When Gu Yunxi heard what Concubine Xu said in a casual tone before she stood still, she immediately froze on the spot with raised eyelashes and awkwardly red cheeks.
Although she hadn't been in the Palace for a long time, things happening around her made her own a deep understanding of the danger and ruthlessness of the Palace.
Since she met a master who appreciated her and dared to stand up for servants, Gu Yunxi naturally cherished their relationship.
But the words of Concubine Xu just now intended to alienate her seemingly, and her abnormal coldness made Gu Yunxi be at a loose end.
Concubine Xu smiled and sipped a mouthful of the fragrant tea. Her eyes narrowed to look at the girl's embarrassment.
"Perhaps you think that I'm a cold and heartless person, so I can speak so bluntly. Although what I said is not a joy to hear, it is my true words. I'm one of the concubines in the imperial harem, so I have to be elegant a
"Hey!""Prince Chen!"Lanxin and Gu Yunxi cried out in unison.The other servants set out after hearing the sound, and the cooks also ran out of the kitchen to find what had happened. Soon, Jinzhu supported Concubine Xu to come to the courtyard.The fool was crazily active. Finding a lot of people coming, he released Gu Yunxi and sat on the ground, shaking his limbs constantly in order to eat the food on Lanxin's tray.Concubine Xu asked about the situation, simply obeyed Prince Chen's intention, and rewarded them with some delicious food.The three people returned to the side room, cleaned their hands, and ate around the table.Lanxin looked at the sumptuous meals with her face lighting up with pleasure, and said."Hahaha, this is the blessing of Prince Chen to eat such good things. Hey, you are so helpful!"Lanxin turned to look at Prince Chen on the side of the tab
"Gosh—"Looking at the broken bracelet on the ground, Lanxin screamed in shock and trembled continuously. Her pretty face turned deathly pale.With mind completely blank, Gu Yunxi stood there still and widely opened her eyes in amazement as if she had gotten petrified.Among the three, only Prince Chen was elated. He clapped and laughed at the broken bracelet."Bravo! Great! The treasure is broken now! Hahaha, interesting!"An idea flashed into Gu Yunxi's mind. Gu Yunxi suddenly looked excited and smoothed her knitted eyebrows. She slammed on her palm and said with her sharp and bright eyes."Good! I have come up with a plan to make the one self-exposed. Thank you, His Highness."As soon as she finished her words, she hurriedly and urgently turned to whisper in Lanxin's ear.Prince Chen, opposite Gu Yunxi, gazed at her quietly. The light gleaming in his eyes was transitory as an e
The courtyard in Chuxiu PalaceYunmei never thought that the bracelet in the box was broken. She was confused by the unexpected situation and betrayed by her own words.When the crowd burst into an uproar, Gu Yunxi knelt on the floor, with her head down and her body immobile. Her thick eyelashes fluttered as her cold eyes flickered.Yan Gui put back the lid and waved at some eunuchs, who then swarmed to Yunmei and pinned her down under his indifferent gaze.Caring for nothing else, Yunmei burst into tears and screamed."Your Grace, Lord Yan, I will never do it again! It was Madam Liao. She put me up to it.""Nonsense!"Opposite her, Madam Liao's cheeks bulged and flushed with shame, looking angry and panic.Crawling on her knees, she rushed towards Yunmei across the aisle. Scraping her way over the rough brick floor, she sounded like a ghoul gnawing on human bones.Pi
Under the umbrella, Gu Yunxi watched Madam Liao slowly disappeared with her ceaseless cursing behind a side door at the gate of divine prowess.Refraining from anger, Gu Yunxi regained her composure silently and swiftly."Muxue, let's go back."Holding up the umbrella, Lanxin noticed her friend's strange look. Her limpid eyes blinked as she urged.Gu Yunxi shook her head and replied casually."You may go first. I want to have a walk.""Walk? In this weather?"Lanxin's small face was full of disbelief. But when she saw Yunxi's solemn look and tightly pressed lips, she changed her words."Well, as you wish. I will follow you.""You don't have to..."Retracting her cold gaze from the gate, Gu Yunxi turned to Lanxin and smiled."Take the umbrella with you and go first. You don't need to follow me."Then, she withdrew her damp hands i
Gu Yunxi heard him clearly under the umbrella. Shocked and flattered, she stepped back fast.Puzzled, Leng Qingtang followed up closely, lest the drenched girl be caught in the rain again.After all, she was now "Tu Muxue", a stranger to him, so she should be more reserved.There were many eyes in the Palace. The two of them walking under the same umbrella would draw unnecessary attention due to the disparity of status.Thoughts were whirling in Gu Yunxi's head. She looked down and refused unwillingly with a frown."Thank you for your kindness, Master. But I'm already soaked and dare not to bother you."Realizing that his offer had been abrupt, Leng Qingtang nodded understandingly. He handed the umbrella to her and said,"Take it with you on your way back."Stunned, she gazed into his beautiful eyes that seemed to be looking back smilingly.Composing herself, she reac
Chuxiu PalaceWhen Gu Yunxi came back under the umbrella, she came across the surprised Lanxin."You have returned!"She stared at her good friend as Gu Yunxi shut the umbrella and leaned it against the wall corner.The drop of water flowed down the smooth oilpaper to the ground, which formed a squiggly and slender water line that flowed to the bottom of the steps."Oh, where does the umbrella come from?"Lanxin asked.Gu Yunxi looked down. Her cheeks were a little hot. She stammered,"Well, when I came back, I came across a sister who came to the Garden during the same period with me. She gave it to me."Before Lanxin finished, Gu Yunxi had already retreated to her bedroom. She took off her wet shoes and socks beside the bed and wore a clean court dress.Lanxin looked at the umbrella while frowning and feeling suspicious.She knew that the o
After seeing that everyone was so awkward, Gu Yunyao felt a little embarrassed. She was antsy on the chair and regretted coming to Chuxiu Palace at an improper time.Concubine Xu perceived Gu Yunyao's passiveness. Her smile was pleasantly warm. She put the prince in the arms of Gu Yunyao and said gracefully,"He wanted to see you yesterday. Coincidentally, you come today. He missed you very much. Hug him!"The prince was just over one year and a half. He was chubby and pink. His two dewy eyes were like his mother very much.Half lying in Gu Yunyao's arms, the little prince opened his rosy mouth and looked cheerful. His small and soft hands grasped a wisp of hair in front of Gu Yunyao's ear. He called her with a child's tone."Your Grace Yu, Your Grace Yu..."Gu Yunyao was touched by him. She embraced him happily and kissed his cheeks.Then the prince pointed at a place with his pink and tender
During the lunch, the little prince Huanan Lin showed symptoms of panic. First, he vomited up milk, refused to eat, and then his whole body got fever.Concubine Xu sent a palace maid to invite an imperial doctor to come over. Later, Emperor Jing Xiao and Empress Qian were informed and hurried to Chuxiu Palace to visit.Everyone in the small kitchen was busy. Gu Yunxi made the sweet juice to cool the little prince down, and deliberately added mint leaves, lilies, and other ingredients.After the sweet juice was boiled, it was poured into a small porcelain bowl and quickly cooled with ice cubes, and then was put into a food box. Gu Yunxi took it to the side palace hall and gave it to the female slave of the palace."Where is Tu Muxue? I want to see her."The food box was passed in, and soon a clear male voice came out from inside. The low voice sounded like rubbing against sand, revealing an undisguised impatience. Gu Yu