Rebirth: The flatterer prince I raised couldn't be so clingy

Half an hour ago.

Gao Ye stood with his hands behind his back in Concubine De's courtyard, waiting for his aunt to dress up.

He looked at the two Taoists guarding outside the courtyard, a smug smile appearing on his lips.

Feng Zhanye had killed their spies long ago, and the two people standing at the door now were Taoist priests from Yunsheng Temple who were bribed by his Gao family.

As of today, there is no reaction from the Black Snake capital, probably because they have successfully fooled themselves.

The master and servant in the room walked slowly. Concubine De changed into a clean Taoist robe, combed her long hair into a bun, and tied it behind her head.

Rong Xu did not let her wear any hair accessories, but only handed her the whisk. Such a scene of a lotus emerging from clear water was just worthy of this pious place.

The two walked out of the house together. Gao Ye turned around and smiled: "Aunt is more beautiful than before."

Concubine De rolled her eyes at him and said with a reproachful smile, "You are such a smooth talker."

Gao Ye smiled and explained the situation to Concubine De.

"The fireworks have already drifted towards the front mountain, and my father has also sent someone to give a secret signal. Everything is going well. It is estimated that His Majesty will set off towards the back mountain in a while."

Concubine De nodded gently: "Okay, Rong Xu and I will go to the back hall to wait, you go down the mountain as soon as possible, be careful not to be discovered by the imperial guards."

Gao Ye nodded, put on the Taoist robe given by the gatekeeper Taoist priest, and quickly went into the forest and left.

Everything is ready, except for the finishing touch.

The show officially began only when the heavy door of the rear hall was creaked open.

A beam of sunlight shone into the hall, reflecting the curling incense. Concubine De knelt upright on the cushion and turned to look at Emperor Yu, who had been waiting for her for a long time.

In my impression, the woman's beautiful face, which should have been bright and charming, now has a bit of the charm of time. The Taoist robe makes her look elegant and beautiful, and only some of her former appearance remains vaguely.

This appearance reminded Emperor Yu of a name that he should have forgotten forever - Concubine Hui.

Once upon a time, before that evil creature was born, his favorite woman was the beautiful Concubine Hui. She had an elegant temperament, was gentle and intelligent, and her every frown and smile was so endearing.

He was stunned for a moment, then came to his senses and brushed away the dust flying in front of him.

"Qin Yan? Why are you......"

He swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth, and the memories of the past slowly opened the box and gushed out from his mind.

"I am sorry to offend you. I didn't know your Majesty came here. I am dressed in simple clothes and feel ashamed to see you."

Concubine De made the blessing seal with her hands, raised her head calmly and looked at Emperor Yu indifferently.

She swept the whisk in her hand, and the scent of incense emanated from her long black hair, her face looking serene.

Defei pretended to leave and was helped up by Rong Xu. However, her body suddenly swayed twice and she quickly covered her forehead.

"Master, be careful!"

Rong Xu tactfully supported her and helped her to keep her feet, thus preventing her from falling into Emperor Yu's arms.

She said distressedly, "You were not in good health to begin with. You didn't sleep much for a month of praying, but you insisted on coming here to burn incense for the Three Pure Ones today. I really worried about you."

Emperor Yu's expression moved slightly, and his eyes turned warmer as he looked at Concubine De.

"Shut up! The emperor is here, how dare you speak nonsense!"

Defei started to scold, and Rong Xu lowered his head, realizing his mistake.

A hand suddenly stretched out in front of Concubine De, and the gold thread embroidered on the cuffs sparkled in the sunlight.

"Why do you have to blame her? What's wrong with letting me know?"

Concubine De looked at the hand in front of her, knelt on the ground respectfully and said, "I am a criminal, and I should not have any delusions. Moreover, I have already offended Your Majesty today. How dare I pollute Your Majesty's eyes and ears with those insignificant things again."

Emperor Yu's expression softened a little, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes.

He knew that Concubine De was a smart person who knew how to behave in front of him, and he was very satisfied with her current respectful and cautious attitude.

He did not retract his outstretched hand. Instead, he gently placed it on Concubine De's shoulder and helped her up.

"Why should you be so modest? You prayed for the country and worked hard physically and mentally, which brought auspicious signs to our Great Yu Kingdom. You shared my worries, and I naturally understand."

Emperor Yu's voice was deep and powerful, full of authority, but also revealed a hint of imperceptible tenderness.

He reached out and held Concubine De's hand tightly, wrapping her skinny hand tightly with his warm and dry palm.

Defei felt the force in her hands was gentle yet firm. She took a deep breath, raised her head slightly, and looked at Emperor Yu with clear eyes, revealing a relieved smile.

That smile was like melting spring water, and in a trance, he seemed to see Concubine Hui smiling at him again.

The impression left by a dead person in people's hearts will always be beautified into the desired appearance.

Concubine De looked at Emperor Yu's expression and naturally knew who he was looking at through her. In order to be more like Concubine Hui, she had made full preparations.

Emperor Yu was stunned for a while, and suddenly felt an impulse in his heart.

He wanted to see such a smile every day. Even though things and people have changed a lot now, only this smile could make him feel like he was back in the past.

Now the Gao family of Yongning Hou is in great use, and if I bring Concubine De back to the palace, it may be of great benefit.

Thinking of this, he suddenly said, "Qin Yan, are you willing to return to the palace for me?"

Concubine De looked at him in surprise and said, "I am already an abandoned concubine, so I dare not ask for such extravagant things."

Emperor Yu shook his head: "You have now prayed for auspicious signs for our Great Yu Kingdom. Your merits have long outweighed your faults. You don't have to belittle yourself. I hope you can come back."

The plan is about to succeed. Now all it needs is the approval of the Queen and the ministers, and then the Gao family can survive the disaster safely.

Upon hearing this, a trace of struggle flashed in Concubine De's eyes. As if after a fierce inner struggle, she slowly knelt down and bowed her head and said, "Since Your Majesty values ​​me so much, it would be ungrateful if I refuse again. I am willing to obey your order and return to the palace to share Your Majesty's worries."

Emperor Yu was in a great mood. He reached out his hand and gently patted Concubine De's shoulder, with a comforting tone in his voice: "Don't worry, I will not pursue the past. I will remember everything you have done for the Great Yu Kingdom. After you return to the palace, I will immediately restore your position as concubine, so that you can always be by my side."

Defei continued to maintain a humble attitude, but her heart was turbulent. She knew that after going through so much hardship and planning, she had finally waited for this opportunity.

She wants to make those who have hurt her pay the price.

When Emperor Yu finished his prayer, he smiled, took Concubine De's hand, and walked out of the back hall with her.

Everyone was waiting outside the hall, and when they saw Emperor Yu come out, they all stood up straight, and saw that there was a woman next to him.

Everyone looked at the woman curiously, including Empress Zou and Zuo Fuhong.

When they saw clearly that the person standing next to Emperor Yu was Concubine De, both of them looked unhappy.

"Your Majesty, you are..."

Empress Zou bravely stepped forward to ask, glancing at Concubine De a few times with a puzzled look on her face.

"Ten years ago, I asked Concubine De to come to Yunsheng Temple to pray for the country. She worked diligently every day without slacking off. Finally, today, she prayed for the auspicious sign of Ruilian for the country. Now she is blessed by the auspicious sign, and I want her to return to the palace."

When Emperor Yu said this, all the ministers were shocked.

Zuo Fuhong quickly retorted: "Your Majesty, there is no precedent in our dynasty for a deposed concubine to return to the palace. Your Majesty's actions may be against etiquette and law."