Chapter 38: Change of Mind
“…”
Xuan Yi stared into her clear eyes and opened his mouth slightly.
It is undeniable that this little woman aroused his great interest in a short period of time, both visually, psychologically and physically.
But he wasn't sure if he was moved...
He was a man, and no matter how rational and restrained he was, love of beauty was an indelible bad habit in his nature. In the past, he had taken a concubine to his bed just because of her good looks.
But beauty is just a shell, and it becomes boring after a while.
With the previous experience, he really couldn't guarantee that one day he would suddenly get tired of seeing this face...
“…”
The man's pensive eyes were complicated, hesitant, and confused.
Su Ci slowly raised the corners of her mouth, her clear eyes were filled with charming brilliance, perfectly hiding the hint of understanding in her eyes.
See, men are the same, both in ancient times and today.
At least this one is honest.
"Your Majesty, I said something wrong, please punish me..."
Her red lips were slightly parted, her breath was as sweet as orchid, and her slender hands unbuttoned his shirt. Her playful and slightly cool fingertips touched his chest, slowly moving down, stirring up the unforgettable wave of desire that was so thick that it eroded his bones.
Xuan Yi's breathing became heavier unconsciously. The inexplicable feeling in his mind was blocked by the red lips that came up to him before he could ask, and the smooth and soft tip of the tongue swept across the corner of his lips.
Reason dissipated inch by inch.
"Hmm..."
"Your Majesty, please be gentle..."
A night of red waves, extremely lingering.
It was already dawn when Xuan Yi opened his eyes. He paused slightly and turned his head.
She did not sleep on his chest or in his arms as before, but with her back to him. Her slender white shoulders were covered with ambiguous red marks and many purple finger marks.
She was very proactive last night, which made him lose all his rationality, so he couldn't help but use a little too much force.
She cried out in pain as delicately as before, but she continued to tease him instead of beating, biting and pushing him out of shame and anger.
It seemed as if he suddenly understood the rules.
“…”
Xuan Yi frowned slightly.
The suppressed feeling of unease surged into his heart again.
…
Su Ci slept until noon, stretched comfortably and let out a sigh.
Guyu helped her wash up, and after Shaoyao Yanyu left, he brought her a cup of warm water and took out a small pill from his arms.
“…”
Su Ci took the pill, looked at it for a moment, then threw it into the cup and shook it slightly.
"master?"
"Just melt and pour out the remaining pills. I don't need them."
Guyu was slightly stunned: "Uh, Master has changed his mind?"
"yes."
Su Ci walked to the window, raised her hand to pour out the yellowish potion, and looked at the lush greenery outside with a smile.
"There's a change of plans. Compared to those fickle human emotions, the heirs of the royal family are more reliable."
She had a preconceived idea from the beginning and thought in the wrong direction.
She changed the script from the moment she chose to enter the palace, and Xuan Yi was not paired with her.
An emperor, and a pure ancient man at that. Perhaps the deep affection he has for the heroine in the book is largely due to the fact that he cannot get the love he wants.
It’s human nature that things that you can’t get will always be filtered.
Since I no longer hope for the Holy Heart, I will hope for something else.
She wants the emperor's favor, offspring, power, glory and wealth, so that her journey through this life will not be in vain.
"Let's go, I should go pay my respects to the Queen Mother."
Su Ci put down the teacup and walked out of the room leisurely: "Ask Fulu to go to the Su Mansion from the palace. My mother probably has something to tell me."
"…yes."
Guyu looked at his master's back, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.
She was naturally happy that her master changed his mind.
That day, the master took the risk of letting Aunt Lin bring contraceptive pills into the palace, which was a serious crime. Although she didn't understand why the master didn't want to conceive a dragon heir, she also carefully kept the secret.
But for some reason, after just one day, the master suddenly changed his mind...
Baorong Palace.
The Queen Mother smiled and held Su Ci's hand.
"After court today, the Emperor came to pay his respects to me. He said that since there haven't been any new people in the harem in recent years, it's time for the concubines to have their ranks raised. He asked me to discuss this with the Empress and make an announcement during the New Year's Eve dinner to add to the festive atmosphere."
"This is the first time the Emperor has discussed harem matters with me. Do you understand his intentions?"
"I understand."
Su Ci nodded gratefully. "I have just entered the palace. If I were to be promoted hastily, I would probably become the target of public criticism. Your Majesty is considering me. I am deeply grateful."
"Okay, okay, I'll say you're a smart kid."
The Empress Dowager nodded with a look of satisfaction on her face. "Your father is now the Minister of Rites. He is diligent and conscientious, and has made many achievements. This is also your confidence. You must not underestimate yourself. Serve the Emperor well and give me a few grandchildren as soon as possible. That would be your blessing."
Su Ci smiled shyly.
"I obey your command."
**
After leaving Baorong Palace, Su Ci went to Zhaohua Palace. As soon as she entered the main hall, she was almost knocked down by Xuanrui who ran out.
"Be careful, Prince!"
The two maids exclaimed and supported the retreating boy, looking at Su Ci with frowns.
"Is Su Zhaorong okay?"
Su Ci glanced at the eldest prince's tear-stained eyes, smiled and shook her head: "It's okay, the eldest prince didn't fall, did he?"
"Who are you?"
Xuan Rui sniffed and glared at her angrily: "How dare you bump into this prince! I'll have my mother chop off your head!"
Su Ci raised an eyebrow and glanced at the figure behind the beaded curtain in front of her, her smile still intact: "Prince, I am Su Zhaorong from Yufu Palace. I am here to pay my respects to the Empress. I'm sorry, I accidentally bumped into you."
"Su Zhaorong?"
Xuan Rui narrowed his eyes, suddenly rushed up and pushed hard!
"The eldest prince!"
"oops!"
Su Ci was wearing a thick fur coat and was pushed unexpectedly. Her heel hit the threshold and she fell back with a scream.
"master!"
Guyu held his master in his arms and retreated, stumbling and falling to the ground.
Xuan Rui shouted angrily: "So you are the vixen who caused me to be punished by copying books! It's all your fault! I will let my mother chop off your head..."
"stop!"
Jiang Song hurried forward, his gray eyebrows furrowed tightly, "Prince, what are you doing?"
Xuan Rui was startled and quickly turned around and ran inside: "Mother, save me! I don't want to copy books anymore!"
Chu Yunzhou also frowned slightly and turned to look at the two people still sitting on the ground: "Is Zhaorong okay? Are you hurt..."
Su Ci covered her stinging ankle and looked up, slightly stunned.
Oh my god, what a handsome man...
"Uh, I'm fine..."
Su Ci glanced at the silent hall, her eyes slightly turned, and she stood up with the help of Gu Yu's hand, smiling and nodding at the two of them.
"I accidentally bumped into the eldest prince. I'm sorry to have embarrassed you two."
Jiang Song quickly raised his hand to salute.
"I am Jiang Song, the eldest prince's tutor. I would like to greet Su Zhaorong."
Chu Yunzhou came back to his senses and lowered his eyes.
"Chu Yunzhou of Xuanhou Mansion greets Su Zhaorong."
Chu Yunzhou? ?
Su Ci blinked and knelt slightly in response: "So it's the Master of Learning, Lord Jiang Song, and Prince Chu. My apologies."
Jiang Song glanced at her slightly raised ankle, and his tone became more apologetic.
"It is my fault for not disciplining you properly. I will report the matter to Your Majesty truthfully..."
"Need not…"
Su Ci pursed her lips slightly and glanced around the palace with a hint of fear: "The eldest prince is still young and was just being naughty. I'm fine. I hope you won't tell His Majesty. Thank you very much. I'll go back now."
“…”
Chu Yunzhou raised his eyes and looked at the back of the woman who was staggering, his heart tightening.
Why is Su Zhaorong so similar to the woman in his dream...
…
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