Chapter 226 Meeting with Emperor Yuan Yong
But by this moment, Du Qingzhi had calmed down and recovered. So what if she was beautiful? No matter how beautiful she was, she was just a shell. The Emperor... had never judged people by appearances.
The emperor values love and friendship. If the choice is between her and him, she is confident that the emperor will definitely choose her.
By then, would the imperial concubine still be so peaceful? She would only be filled with jealousy and become ferocious.
No matter how beautiful a woman is, once she becomes hideous...she is no longer beautiful!
The Queen sighed, "Yes, only by seeing it in person can you understand. What do you think? I didn't lie to you! That Concubine Chen is actually very intelligent!"
Du Qingzhi smiled and said nothing more, obviously feeling dissatisfied.
The Queen sneered and despised her in her heart, but she did not expose her true feelings. She ordered Nanny Yan, "Nanny, send someone to see when the Emperor is free so that they can inform him that Miss Du has arrived."
Du Qingzhi's eyes lit up and he let the queen make her arrangements.
And he was obviously impatient.
Nanny Yan agreed and left immediately.
Fortunately, the emperor was in Ganyuan Palace at that time. After hearing the report, he ordered Miss Du to be summoned.
Du Qingzhi was overjoyed and a look of joy appeared on his face.
The Empress patted her hand affectionately and said with a smile, "Are you relieved now? I was told that the Emperor is a man of old times and will never forget Miss Du! Nanny Yan, you should still take Miss Du there in person and explain everything clearly."
"Yes, Queen!"
Du Qingzhi was originally smiling shyly, but she froze slightly when she heard this - Nanny Yan sent her there? The emperor...didn't he send someone to pick her up...
Yes, she is living with the Queen. The Queen is very polite and will naturally send someone to see her off. The Emperor is giving the Queen respect.
Thinking of this, Du Qingzhi felt calm again.
They soon arrived at Ganyuan Palace. Nanny Yan gave clear instructions and then left. In the palace, apart from Dong Zhi and others, there was only Du Qingzhi. Her maids Yunlan and Yunxiang were not allowed to enter the palace.
"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to His Majesty! Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor!"
Du Qingzhi knelt down and bowed. Her eyes turned red as soon as she opened her mouth. Before she could finish her sentence, she was already choking with sobs.
"Hurry up and take a seat."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Du Qingzhi turned slightly, raised her handkerchief and quickly wiped the corners of her eyes, blinked and forced a smile: "Your Majesty, I am sorry to make you laugh. I haven't seen Your Majesty for many years. I can't control myself at this moment... Please don't blame me..."
Emperor Yuan Yong was slightly startled and a little dazed.
The Du Qingzhi in my memory doesn't seem to be like this.
For some reason, seeing her like this, he couldn't help but think of the concubines in the harem, as if she had a face exactly like theirs.
He also felt a little emotional. Indeed, many years had passed in a flash.
If it weren't for him, she wouldn't have been forced into marriage. Ultimately, it was him who had implicated her. Emperor Yuan Yong had always felt guilty, and now that she was finally back, he would naturally compensate her and let her live a worry-free life for the rest of her life.
Back then... it wasn't like he loved her that much. It was just that the more the Queen Mother controlled her, the more stern she became, the more he opposed her. He deliberately didn't deny the rumors circulating in the palace.
Moreover, she was gentle and considerate, beautiful, and they grew up together in the palace. He did not dislike her and was even willing to look at her differently.
If he took her into the harem, he would not refuse.
Will treat her well.
But as for going further, it seems that there is no such thing.
The Queen Mother overreacted, as if facing a great enemy. His lack of explanation seemed to be a tacit agreement, which exacerbated the situation. In the end, she was forced to marry, and he was unable to protect her at that time...
"How could I blame you!" Emperor Yuan Yong sighed softly and said gently, "How have you been these years?"
Du Qingzhi felt a warmth in his heart, both happy and aggrieved.
She was happy that he hadn't forgotten her, that he still remembered her. She felt wronged because how could she possibly have lived well all these years? What kind of place was that beyond the Great Wall? Desolate, poor, with a harsh climate, and dusty skies. And then there were those people, each one of them crude, rude, and rude. They were ugly, their words were incomprehensible, and no matter what they did, they were clumsy. How could she possibly like them?
These years have been a torment for her every day!
"Your Majesty..."
Du Qingzhi looked towards Emperor Yuan Yong, wanting to tell him about her grievances. However, as soon as she opened her mouth, her throat felt hot. She had so many grievances to tell that she didn't know where to start. Tears had already started to flow.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty..."
Seeing her like this, Emperor Yuan Yong didn't know what to do. He coughed and comforted her, "There's no need to talk about the past. It's all in the past. From now on, you can stay in the capital and enjoy your life. I have built a mansion for you. Everything is ready. If you need anything in the future, just tell the Shanggong Bureau. The Empress will also take care of you. If anyone dares to wrong you, just tell me and I will definitely help you!"
What happened before will never happen again!
He now has the ability and confidence!
"Yes, I thank the emperor for his grace!" Du Qingzhi wiped away her tears, lowered her eyes, and a hint of coldness flashed across her eyes.
Out of the palace? Out of the mansion? How ridiculous!
She had been thinking about him for so many years, and when she finally came back, he actually asked her to leave the palace.
She won't leave the palace.
"Your Majesty, I have a humble request. I grew up in the palace. When I was in the frontier, I would always dream of the time in the palace at midnight. This time was the happiest and most blissful time in my life. I would like to stay in the palace for a while. Please grant me this..."
When she talked about the past, Emperor Yuan Yong couldn't help but feel soft-hearted.
It was indeed his willful and stubborn nature that harmed her.
But he was young and frivolous at that time, and everyone knew that they were childhood sweethearts. Even if he denied it, I'm afraid the Queen Mother would not listen because of her personality.
"Alright," Emperor Yuan Yong nodded with a smile. "If you want to live in the palace, then go ahead. How about you live with the Empress? Then she can take care of you."
Emperor Yuan Yong already knew that she stayed in Fengwu Palace last night, so she might as well stay there.
But how could Du Qingzhi agree?
Living with the Queen, her every move was under her nose. How could she get along with the Emperor privately? How could the Emperor find her conveniently?
So should I look for her or the queen?
"I have troubled Her Majesty the Queen very much last night. Her Majesty is in charge of the six palaces, with numerous affairs and many things to worry about. I cannot bear to add to the chaos. I would like to stay in Jinfang Pavilion. Is that okay? In the past... I loved that place very much and always hoped to stay there. Now I finally have the opportunity..."
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