The Jinwu Guards will be responsible for the aftermath, and the rest has nothing to do with the Qiao family.

Qiao Zhongguo was thinking about taking Qiao Jiaojiao home, so he immediately took his leave from the prince.

The prince's face was warm, "This time it's all thanks to Imperial Censor Qiao who arrived in time."

Qiao Zhongguo's eyes flickered slightly. Although he didn't know whether there was any hidden meaning in the prince's words, fortunately he had already prepared a perfect reason.

"I am also very scared. I was originally worried that the second son would not be able to take good care of his sister, but I didn't expect to encounter the Northern Kingdom's assassins causing trouble."

"Your Highness is lucky to be alright, but the second son is really useless. Look at how cold Jiaojiao's hands are. I will teach that son a lesson when I go back!"

As Qiao Zhongguo spoke, he became more and more angry. His distressed look was flawless to anyone who saw it.

The prince smiled when he heard this, "It is widely rumored in the capital that Censor Qiao dotes on his wife like his life, and now it seems that there is another rumor."

Qiao Zhongguo laughed and said sincerely: "Your Highness, this is my blessing, and it is enough for my life."

When the prince saw Qiao Zhongguo's satisfied look, he was actually envious at that moment.

It is a rare blessing in this world to find a true lover, have children around you, and enjoy a happy family.

But this blessing is too luxurious for the royal family...

"Qiao Yushi, my mother really wants to meet the little sister of the Qiao family. Could Madam Qiao bring the little sister of the Qiao family to the palace in a few days to sit with my mother?"

Of course, I cannot refuse the summons from a noble person.

Qiao Zhongguo looked flattered, "That is naturally a blessing for my wife."

Qiao Jiaojiao was already yawning.

[Ah——I’m so sleepy. I miss my mother so much. I want her to hug me softly! ]

When Qiao Zhongguo heard Qiao Jiaojiao's voice, he became even more eager to return home.

When the news got back to the Qiao residence, the lady began to worry.

The prince was very satisfied. "In that case, Censor Qiao, please return quickly. We will discuss this matter in the court tomorrow."

After Qiao Jiaojiao was sent to the carriage, Nanny Liu immediately changed Qiao Jiaojiao into clean clothes with concern. When she returned to the Qiao Mansion, Qiao Jiaojiao was already fast asleep.

In the next few days, the news that the Northern Kingdom's assassins had assassinated the prince in the street spread like wildfire, causing an uproar.

No matter how turbulent the court is, it has nothing to do with Qiao Jiaojiao.

She was dressed up beautifully today because someone from the palace would come in a while to take her and Mrs. Qiao to meet the Queen.

When Qiao Zhongguo returned triumphantly from the north, Mrs. Qiao was conferred the title of first-rank imperial lady. Now, wearing the imperial robes, she looks even more radiant.

While busying herself around, Aunt Liu smiled and praised, "Madam, look at you, you are still exactly the same as when you first put on this imperial robe."

Qiao Jiaojiao curled up on the couch and nodded with a smile.

[That’s right, there are three kinds of fate in this world: life, lifespan, and my god, the charming but deadly one! This is totally a show of skill by the goddess Nuwa! ]

Mrs. Qiao burst out laughing. Jiaojiao's little mouth is really getting more and more talkative.

"Madam, people from the palace are here." Liu Mo said at the door.

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Qiao leaned over, picked up Qiao Jiaojiao, walked out the door, and got on the carriage prepared by the palace.

Qiao Jiaojiao was so excited.

[What does the imperial palace look like? Is it magnificent and dazzling?]

[I really want to go to the Imperial Garden, the kind of Imperial Garden where concubines can always encounter the emperor! ]

[Ah, there is also the Golden Throne Hall, but I may never get to see what it looks like in this lifetime! ]

Qiao Jiaojiao kept thinking along the way, and Mrs. Qiao felt relieved when she heard her chattering in her ears.

However, Qiao Jiaojiao was destined to be disappointed. When they arrived at the palace gate, they immediately changed into a sedan chair. According to the rules, the curtain could not be lifted at will.

After the sedan chair was lowered, a voice was heard, "Madam Qiao, we have arrived at the Yikun Palace. Please get off the sedan chair."

Mrs. Qiao came out holding Qiao Jiaojiao. When Qiao Jiaojiao looked up with her dark eyes, the three words "Yikun Palace" came into view.

Before Mrs. Qiao could take a step, a lively figure ran out from the palace like a little swallow!

"Mother, my little sister is here! Come and see, she is the prettiest!"

The fourth prince, Shen Yuanling, is still at a carefree age and is noisy all day long. It can be seen that the Queen and the Crown Prince protect him very well.

However, after seeing how calm he was when the Northern Kingdom's assassins besieged him that day, Qiao Jiaojiao no longer dared to underestimate this little brat.

Mrs. Qiao was led in by the palace maid. She bowed respectfully, but a crimson purple figure personally helped her up.

"Mrs. Qiao, you don't have to be so polite."

Qiao Jiaojiao looked up at the Queen Mother, who was the mother of the country.

She was about the same age as Madam Qiao, and was equally well maintained. However, she was in charge of the six harems after all, and was busy every day, so she could not hide the fatigue on her face.

At this moment, she had a smile on her face and her eyes were gentle. She didn't look like a queen with great power, but more like an aunt next door.

The moment the Queen saw Madam Qiao clearly, she could not hide the surprise in her eyes.

"The most beautiful woman in the capital city is indeed worthy of her reputation."

Mrs. Qiao was terrified, "Your Majesty, you are too kind to me. I am ashamed to accept it."

The Queen smiled gently, her eyes showing intimacy.

"Mrs. Qiao, there is no need to be so restrained. If it weren't for Mr. Qiao who arrived in time to save the Crown Prince and Xiao Si on Putian Street a few days ago, I don't know how terrified I would have been."

"There is no monarch or minister today, so we can just treat it as two sisters chatting casually, okay?"

Mrs. Qiao didn't expect the Queen to be so easy-going. She didn't dare to relax in her heart, but a smile appeared on her face.

"It is my honor."

At this time, the Queen turned her attention to Qiao Jiaojiao again.

"What a pretty girl, would you like me to hug you?"

The Queen's eyes showed joy and she extended her hand to Qiao Jiaojiao.

Qiao Jiaojiao was not a real child. Seeing that the Queen wanted to get close to her, she immediately smiled and leaned towards the Queen.

The queen's eyes lit up slightly, and she picked up Qiao Jiaojiao.

Qiao Jiaojiao was wearing a festive little red jacket today, with two little buns on her hair and a small red mole on her forehead. She looked pretty and particularly adorable.

The queen originally had a bit of courtesy in her heart, but now seeing Qiao Jiaojiao smiling at her so cutely, her heart almost melted.

When she was pregnant with Xiao Si, she also fantasized about giving birth to such a cute little girl.

Thinking of this, the queen took off an exquisite bracelet from her wrist and gently put it on Qiao Jiaojiao's small hand.

Mrs. Qiao had seen good things before, and when she saw that the bracelet was of extraordinary value, she quickly declined it.

The Queen Mother spoke first, "I am delighted when I see this girl. This is a meeting gift. Madam Qiao, you are not allowed to refuse it."

Qiao Jiaojiao pretended to raise her hand with a strange expression on her face, which made the queen laugh again.

[The Queen is so kind, but unfortunately her life is so hard, alas——]

Qiao Jiaojiao suddenly sighed, which frightened Mrs. Qiao.

Fortunately, no one else could hear this, otherwise it would be a capital crime!