Chapter 137 The Divorced Heiress of a Noble Family—A Declaration of Love
Yaoyao followed another palace maid to a room next to the main hall, where there were many different kinds of new clothes.
The palace maid said, "Miss Su, all the clothes here are new. You can choose any one to wear."
Yaoyao: "Okay, thank you."
After the palace maid finished speaking, she opened the door and left. Yaoyao chose a dress similar to the one she wore today and quickly changed into it.
When Yaoyao finished getting ready and came out, she found that the palace maid had already left. Although the way she came was not far, the path was somewhat complicated.
Yao Yao had made a point of memorizing the route, but at this moment she didn't want to go back.
Yao Yao followed a small path to the side, looking around at the road. She walked unhurriedly, her sixth sense telling her that what she was looking for was not far away.
"How dare you! Who's over there!" a shrill voice rang out.
Yao Yao wasn't scared at all; instead, she smiled knowingly.
This is the voice that announces "The Emperor has arrived" when you enter the main hall!
Yao Yao stopped and walked out of the dark forest toward the brightly lit pavilion.
As expected, the bright yellow robe reappeared.
Yao Yao knew the rules; she couldn't look the emperor directly in the eye. Her lowered eyes swept over the bright yellow dragon robe, and after confirming the emperor's identity, she knelt down again.
"This humble woman is guilty; I was unaware that Your Majesty was here. Please forgive me, Your Majesty!"
Her melodious voice, like that of a lark, carried an ethereal quality in the night sky, unconsciously relaxing the mind.
Xiao Heng was drawn to the pleasant voice. He turned around, stared at the woman before him, and asked meaningfully:
"Who are you from? What brings you here?"
Yao Yao said clearly, "I am Su Huan's daughter, Su Yao Yao. I came with my father to attend the Empress Dowager's birthday banquet. In the main hall, water was spilled on my clothes. Her Majesty the Empress graciously allowed me to change my clothes. When I returned to the main hall, I got lost, which is why I unintentionally disturbed you."
"Hmm? Su Huan's daughter?" Xiao Heng raised an eyebrow, his eyes showing surprise.
Yao Yao: "Yes, Your Majesty."
Xiao Heng: "Rise."
Yao Yao: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Xiao Heng became interested and continued to ask, "Is it the one who once married into the Marquis of Weiwu's household?"
Hearing the Emperor's tactful question, Yao Yao felt a warmth in her heart and continued to answer clearly, "Yes, Your Majesty."
As expected, Xiao Heng only knew the general outline of the children's affairs between the Marquis of Weiwu's mansion and the Marquis of Chengen's mansion.
He didn't know the details, but that didn't stop Xiao Heng from making his judgment. In his opinion, Zhao Fengyin's decisive choice to divorce his wife was simply because he valued the power behind his new wife.
He was still in his prime, and everyone was thinking about his throne.
Xiao Heng raised a highly sarcastic smile.
"Don't you think you'll be unable to make ends meet?" Xiao Heng turned around again, looked at the calm lake surface, and suddenly said this.
Not only was Yao Yao stunned, but even the eunuch Chen Bao, who was standing aside as a mere decoration, was stunned.
Yao Yao raised her eyes, staring at the emperor's broad and upright back, and said gently but firmly, "No."
“I know that in their eyes, my reputation is ruined, and I have brought shame upon the entire Su family. In the eyes of the world, I should die to prove my innocence.”
"But I'll do the opposite of what they want! If I die, my parents will suffer the loss of their child, and only my family will be heartbroken; no one else will suffer any loss. But as long as I live well, my family won't be sad. Even if I can't bring them down, I can still disgust them, make them hate seeing me, and infuriate them!"
Towards the end, Yao Yao's tone became somewhat childlike.
Upon hearing Su Yao's words, Xiao Heng, with his back to the two of them, smiled broadly.
If his biological mother had the same idea, today's birthday banquet would naturally be a completely different story.
Xiao Heng has very few images of his mother left in his mind, but he still remembers the gentle way his mother hummed a little tune in his ear when he was young.
Chen Bao was also taken aback by Yao Yao's words. He glanced at her in surprise and then quickly looked away.
None of the three spoke again; in the quiet air, only the sound of the evening breeze could be heard.
Xiao Heng was in a great mood; he hadn't felt this carefree in a long time.
"Do you need my help?" When Xiao Heng was in a good mood, he was generous with his rewards. He would even agree to grant her the title of county princess.
Chen Bao was startled again. He glanced at the emperor's back in surprise and thought to himself how lucky Miss Su was to have the emperor's promise to help her.
This is an incredible blessing, but I wonder if Miss Su dares to mention it.
Yao Yao never expected the Emperor to be so kind-hearted, actually offering to help! The situation is much better than she imagined!
"Yes! Your Majesty's help is needed!" Yao Yao said excitedly and urgently.
Xiao Heng stood with his hands behind his back, facing the lake, and slowly paced back and forth, saying, "Speak."
Yao Yao looked up again, a little embarrassed, her face flushed, and said shyly:
"Your Majesty, I wish to enter the palace and become your concubine."
Yao Yao's words were like a landmine, leaving the master and servant opposite her completely bewildered.
Xiao Heng froze, while Chen Bao's reaction was even more exaggerated.
He looked at Su Yaoyao in shock, forgetting all the etiquette he had maintained for so many years!
Chen Bao knew that this Miss Su was extremely beautiful, even more beautiful than some of the mistresses in the harem, but he did not expect that the woman in front of him was also extremely bold!
Xiao Heng had considered many requests, but he had never imagined this one.
He slowly turned around and looked at the little girl in front of him.
Xiao Heng gained a new appreciation for the courage of the person in front of him. She dared to look him in the eye, and there was not a trace of fear or apprehension in her beautiful and lively eyes, only a slight shyness.
The woman was extremely beautiful and very young. Judging by her age, Xiao Heng estimated that he was about ten years older than the woman in front of him.
"Why? Is it because of my power?" Xiao Heng went straight to the point.
Yao Yao nodded, then shook her head, blinked, and said:
"Your Majesty, I do not wish to conceal this from you, but please do not blame me for my treason after hearing it."
Xiao Heng raised an eyebrow again and said, "Alright."
After bolstering her confidence, Yaoyao asked, "Your Majesty, do you know what I like to eat?"
Xiao Heng looked at her in confusion and shook his head: "I don't know."
Yaoyao said coquettishly, "This humble woman loves to gaze at Your Majesty! It's not just because of Your Majesty's power, but also because of Your Majesty's appearance. This humble woman fell in love with Your Majesty at first sight in the main hall. This was the first time this humble woman had seen Your Majesty, and this humble woman thought Your Majesty was the most handsome man in the world!"
Xiao Heng: "..." Drag him out...
Chen Bao: "..." Where did this madman come from?
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