After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

Lu Moyu was about to open her mouth to comfort him when she heard this. Unexpectedly, the horse under Lu Chuyi's crotch suddenly ran wildly across the boundless grassland like a wild horse that had broken free from its reins. She was so frightened that she cried out softly, "Ah?"

“My queen!” Lu Moyu was so anxious that his voice pierced through the wind. He rode his horse and chased after her without hesitation, shouting, “Go!”

Lu Chuyi clutched the reins in panic, forcing himself to calm down, "Ah——"

Lu Moyu quickly caught up, and the team of guards following behind him was like a black torrent.

"Empress! Don't be afraid." Lu Moyu's voice was gentle, trying to give her more peace of mind.

Lu Chuyi was very calm and not afraid. The horse didn't seem frightened either. It seemed to really understand her desire and took her to gallop across the grassland. She gently pulled the reins and murmured: "Whoa~" Miraculously, the horse stopped.

"You...could it be that you heard my thoughts and wanted to take me for a ride?" Lu Chuyi looked at the horse with surprise in his eyes.

She looked back at Lu Moyu and the guards, a hint of mischief flashed in her eyes, and then she shouted loudly: "Gee!" The sound of horse hooves rang again, carrying her away into the distance.

"Protect the empress!"

Seeing this, Lu Moyu was still worried, but he seemed to see through her thoughts and deliberately slowed down his pace, wanting to fulfill her wish.

The breeze blew gently, bringing the unique freshness and freedom of the grassland, across Lu Chuyi's face. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and her heart was filled with unprecedented satisfaction. At this moment, it seemed that all the troubles were gone with the wind, leaving only the purity and joy of the soul.

"Gee!" Lu Chuyi urged the horse forward again, her laughter echoing across the grassland.

But the freedom did not last long. Not far away, Xiao Xuanchen's figure came into view. He had just captured a deer. Lu Chuyi's smile froze instantly, and the joy in her heart was replaced by displeasure.

"Whoa~" She reined in her horse gently, and the team behind her also stopped. Xiao Xuanchen walked slowly towards her with a faint smile on his face, "My beloved, you are here just in time. I hunted this deer, come and have a look."

Lu Chuyi forced a smile and let Xiao Xuanchen carry her off the horse and lead her to the deer. The deer was shot by an arrow and there was no life in its eyes, only a trace of despair.

"I heard that my beloved concubine is an excellent archer?" There was a hint of tentativeness in Xiao Xuanchen's words.

Lu Chuyi shook her head slightly, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. I only know a little bit."

"Lord Lu once said that you have had a special liking for riding and shooting since childhood. Most women in Daliang are interested in playing the piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, but you are unique." Xiao Xuanchen's words revealed some admiration.

Lu Chuyi smiled slightly, with a flash of reminiscence in her eyes, "I have been weak since I was young, and my elders loved me very much, so they let me learn riding and archery to strengthen my body. Although I don't have any special talents, I also enjoy it."

"Looking at how charming my beloved concubine is now, their efforts are worthwhile." Xiao Xuanchen said with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Lu Chuyi responded softly.

On the way home, Xiao Xuanchen and Lu Chuyi rode together. The horses trotted lightly and their steps were steady. However, Lu Chuyi's mood was as complicated as the darkening sky. She lowered her head slightly, and her hair brushed across her cheeks, bringing a barely perceptible chill. Her eyes were less lively than before, and more melancholy. Her body tensed unconsciously. Even though she was riding with the emperor, this honor did not make her smile. Her face was not only without any joy, but also with a hint of resistance and uneasiness.

Lu Ran followed silently, his steps steady, his eyes revealing a bit of alertness. Lu Moyu approached quietly, lowered his voice, and said with a bit of curiosity and caution: "Commander Lu, I see that Empress Chongyi seems to be in a bad mood, what's the reason?"

"Why are you asking this?" Lu Ran asked.

"I almost angered Madam Chongyi just now, so I was just a little curious."

Hearing this, Lu Ran glanced at him coldly and said in a low and majestic voice: "Guard Lu, take care of your own business. There are some things you shouldn't ask." His eyes were like torches, as if he was warning or reminding.

Lu Moyu's heart trembled, and he quickly bowed and said, "Yes! I know I was wrong, thank you for your advice, Commander Lu."

Inside the palace, the lights were bright, and a feast was about to begin. Xiao Xuanchen specially prepared a banquet for those who returned from hunting today. Zheng Xiyan, dressed in gorgeous clothes, looked dignified and elegant. She walked slowly into the hall with a group of concubines and saluted as usual: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. May your Majesty be blessed with good health."

Xiao Xuanchen smiled, stepped forward, gently stroked the back of Zheng Xiyan's hand, and said softly, "Queen, please don't be polite."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Zheng Xiyan responded gently.

At the banquet, Xiao Xuanchen mentioned his hunting gains, his words full of pride: "I hunted a majestic deer today. The queen will definitely want to taste the deer meat later. It is extremely delicious."

"I will definitely savor it carefully. Thank you for your gift, Your Majesty." Zheng Xiyan agreed with a smile. Her eyes inadvertently swept across Lu Chuyi. She saw that although she was sitting at the table, her expression was indifferent, which was out of tune with the hustle and bustle around her.

At this time, Consort Yi opened her red lips and said, "Sister Chongyi is so lucky to be favored by His Majesty and personally taken to the hunting grounds. This kind of favor is something that my sisters and I cannot even envy."

Lu Chuyi smiled softly, "What Empress Zhaoyi said is true. It is indeed my blessing."

"But why do you think your sister is unhappy?"

Lu Chuyi didn't want to pay attention to her and said, "Of course I'm happy, but I don't have to show my happiness on my face, don't you think?"

Upon hearing this, Yi Zhaoyi was speechless for a moment, wanting to say something but stopping herself. "Yes! Sister is right."

Concubine De sneered and interrupted, saying sharply: "Some people just like to make trouble for themselves. Why do you want to humiliate yourself? People don't want to pay attention to you, but you have to rush to them."

"I……"

Lu Chuyi pretended not to hear anything. She just raised the wine cup lightly and took a sip. Her indifference and detachment made the noise around her seem out of place.

Zheng Xiyan took in all of this, pondered in her heart, then turned to Xiao Xuanchen and asked in a relaxed tone: "I heard that Lu Chongyi is good at riding and shooting. I wonder if Your Majesty has witnessed her archery skills with your own eyes today?"

Xiao Xuanchen smiled slightly, his eyes full of doting: "Your riding skills are indeed amazing, but I have never seen your archery skills. I will appreciate them someday."

Zheng Xiyan heard this, a sly look flashed in her eyes: "I am also quite interested and want to see it."

Xiao Xuanchen laughed when he heard this, and held Zheng Xiyan's hand tightly, saying gently: "Since the Queen is so interested, I will take you to the hunting ground tomorrow, how about it?"

"Okay! Your Majesty wants to take me with you, so why shouldn't I go?" Zheng Xiyan smiled like a flower and she smiled at Xiao Xuanchen.