Chapter 170 Holding Hands
When the grand banquet was over, night fell quietly.
Quan Minghe and Shen Yuning walked out of the Hall of Supreme Harmony together.
Outside the palace, the sky was completely dark, with stars twinkling in the night sky.
The group of people marched in a mighty procession along the winding palace road towards the more spacious platform.
Quan Minghe and Shen Yuning stood side by side in the center of the team, surrounded by noble royal relatives, clan members, and imperial concubines from various palaces.
Princess Xi and Princess Chang were also among them.
She looked solemn, her eyes slightly narrowed, and she stared quietly at Shen Yuning in front of her.
My own brother, the current emperor, may be able to deceive the world, but how can he deceive her?
The so-called Empress Shen Yuning in front of her was clearly her former daughter-in-law Shen Yuling.
But the eldest princess held the idea that "less trouble is worse than more".
Anyway, my son is in love with Liu Ji, and since my younger brother likes this woman, what's wrong with him taking her?
When Feng Jin betrayed her, the eldest princess only knew that the only man in the world who was truly good to her and worthy of her trust was her younger brother, the current emperor.
In her eyes, her only son, Feng Moheng, was nothing more than a shield in front of outsiders.
The eldest princess is the only woman in the court who holds real power and can participate in political affairs. Although she holds power, she is actually His Majesty's knife.
Whatever His Majesty cannot do, her sister will help him accomplish it and take the bad reputation, while His Majesty only needs to be a Majesty who dotes on his sister without any stigma.
Therefore, it aroused the jealousy and dissatisfaction of many officials in the court.
In addition, she was bold in her behavior and liked handsome men, so she was labeled as "extremely licentious" and made many enemies.
There were countless people who tried to assassinate her, including her enemies in the court and the handsome men she had snatched away.
In order to protect herself, the eldest princess showed her extreme love for her son Feng Moheng.
Over time, everyone knew that Feng Moheng was her sweetheart, and it was rumored that killing Feng Moheng would cause her more pain than killing her.
As a result, the target of assassination by those with ill intentions became her only son.
Why not?
Besides, the eldest princess has many favored ministers, so how could Feng Moheng be her only son?
It’s just that no one knows about the existence of other sons.
After Princess Xi and Princess Chang became pregnant, they would go to the palace to "indulge in sensual pleasures" for five or six months after their pregnancy became apparent.
In her heart, she would not give any love to the child born by the man who betrayed her.
She only gives birth to children for the man she loves.
Perhaps it was because he grew up next to his father, the ruler of the Gan Kingdom, and then had close contact with his younger brother, who unified the country.
The eldest princess has long been accustomed to thinking about everything with a male mindset.
Don’t men also care little about their own children?
Don't they all like a mother and also like that mother's children?
Princess Xihe naturally also holds this idea.
In her heart, the one she loves most is herself.
She gave Feng Moheng everything on the surface, allowing him to be conferred the title of a prince at a young age and live a life of luxury since childhood.
Now, what's wrong with letting him take some risks for his mother?
Princess Xihe's complicated gaze fell on Shen Yuning again.
But she never expected that her cold-blooded brother would actually make a married woman the empress.
It seems that Shen Yuning does have some tricks up her sleeve.
When Shen Yuning married into the Prince's Mansion, she really underestimated this daughter-in-law.
When Princess Xihe was lost in thought, the sky suddenly lit up, followed by a series of loud noises.
The colorful fireworks burst into the night sky, like dreamy flowers blooming in an instant, decorating the entire night sky like a dream.
Everyone's eyes were attracted by the magnificent scenery and they involuntarily looked up at the night sky.
Shen Yuning's left hand was held tightly by Quan Minghe, and they both looked up to admire the fireworks.
The brilliant light shone on their faces, outlining their beautiful contours.
Quan Minghe then tilted his head slightly and lowered his head slightly, and his eyes happened to meet Shen Yuning's.
Shen Yuning's eyes moved, and seemed to be filled with endless emotions, like a pool of spring water, gentle and affectionate.
The two looked at each other for a moment, then tacitly raised their eyes again and cast their gazes towards the fireworks that were blooming continuously.
However, at this time.
Shen Yuning's other hand, which was hanging by her side, was suddenly tightly grasped by another hand.
Shen Yuning:! ! !
This is a man's hand.
She subconsciously tried to break free, but the hand was like an iron clamp. She tried her best but couldn't get free.
She glanced back calmly and was shocked to find that the person holding her hand was the masked man!
The two men's hands were hidden by their wide sleeves, and the masked man's broad back also blocked all eyes behind him.
Everyone was staring at the fireworks in the night sky. After all, fireworks were precious and the chances to see them were few and far between.
Shen Yuning frowned, feeling angry.
She wanted to push the man away, but before she could make any move, the masked man spoke first.
"Your Majesty, I haven't seen such a grand fireworks display for a long time. It is truly magnificent."
The masked man's voice was clear.
He paused for a moment, and then continued, "Seeing the affection between Your Majesty and the Empress, I also thought of my wife. My wife once said that I was as beautiful as a jade and had an outstanding demeanor. She fell in love with me at first sight and couldn't help herself."
"It's a pity that my appearance is now damaged."
Shen Yuning's pupils dilated instantly.
Aren’t these the same words she said to Feng Moheng after she lost her memory!
She was shocked.
Is this masked man Feng Moheng? ! !
She seemed to remember that there was something hidden in Feng Moheng's identity in the original book, but how could he be a member of the royal family of Jinlin Kingdom?
Quan Minghe did not notice that Shen Yuning's other hand was tightly held by another man.
The corners of his mouth turned up, he was happy today, and his smile was gentle, "Don't be sad, Gui Ming Hou, your wife will not change her mind about you because of your appearance."
While the two men were talking, Shen Yuning realized the identity of the masked man and silently increased the strength of his hands, trying to free his hand from Feng Moheng.
Feng Moheng seemed unaware of anything and still held her hand tightly, with no sign of abnormality on his face.
He just lowered his head slightly, and said with a hint of self-mockery in his tone: "It's a pity that she has left me."
Quan Minghe couldn't help but frown.
It is really puzzling that there are women who leave their husbands because of their appearance.
Before Quan Minghe could say anything more, Feng Moheng immediately added: "But no matter what, I just hope that Madam is well and has a sunny and peaceful life every year."
Quan Minghe had never expected that this Guiminghou was actually a lovesick man.
If it were in the past, Quan Minghe might not be able to understand such deep affection, but now, after experiencing everything with Shen Yuning, he actually has a little more affection for such a man.
A feeling of finding a kindred spirit.
And Shen Yuning, after hearing the masked man's "Madam, you are well, and may you be safe every year," his guess became more certain.
What right does an ex-husband who abandoned her have to say this?
But she couldn't break free of Feng Moheng's hand, so she could only purse her lips and glare at him with her beautiful eyes. But her voice was still gentle, for fear that Quan Minghe would notice anything unusual. "Your wife must be as you wish, and may the weather be fine every year."
After saying that, Shen Yuning turned to look at Quan Minghe and said softly, "Your Majesty, I am tired."
"It's almost time for today, let's go back to the palace."
Feng Moheng stood there, his eyes seemed even deeper in the night, like a bottomless spring.
He watched Quan Minghe and Shen Yuning leave. At this time, everyone around them was also watching them leave. His gaze blended in with them, so it didn't seem out of place.
Feng Moheng narrowed his eyes slightly, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.
Yuling, shouldn't you spend a wedding night with me?
Tonight, I will give you a surprise.
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