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

Seeing this scene, Zheng Xiyan's mouth curled up involuntarily, her eyes filled with tenderness and doting. She felt that she was like a child who had not grown up, pure and innocent, and not interested in worldly matters.

Lu Moyu and the guards looked at each other in amazement when they saw this scene. As a concubine who was high above them, she could show such unadorned innocence and casualness. It was incredible. How could she...

"No one is allowed to spread what happened today." Zheng Xiyan ordered.

"Yes! Your Majesty." Everyone responded in unison.

Then Zheng Xiyan slowly dismounted and walked towards Lu Chuyi with light steps. Seeing this, Lu Chuyi quickly sat up with an innocent smile on her face, "Sit down, Madam!"

Zheng Xiyan sat down with a smile, her eyes full of pity, "You! You really shouldn't have entered the palace. I should have chosen you not to enter the palace in the first place." Her tone was mixed with self-blame and helplessness, and she blamed herself for her original decision.

Hearing this, Lu Chuyi said, "My elders at home wanted me to enter the palace, but they also didn't want me to enter. They were still happy that I was finally selected."

"They just want a girl from the Lu family to enter the palace, and they don't care who that person is." Zheng Xiyan whispered.

"Your Highness is right. How could I not know what the elders in my family are thinking? I have been the most favored child in my family since I was young. That's because I have been weak and sickly since I was young. They thought I would not live long, so they doted on me more. But I know very well in my heart that no amount of doting can compare to the glory of the family. No matter what, since I am a daughter of the Lu family, I have the responsibility to do my part for the family."

Zheng Xiyan nodded slightly, her eyes full of emotion, "Yes, family honor is often heavier than Mount Tai, which makes people breathless. But you can face it so calmly, which is rare." As she spoke, she gently stroked Lu Chuyi's hair, the movement was soft and delicate.

"My life is good, but not good either. But I'm still quite happy. There's nothing wrong with being content." Lu Chuyi smiled slightly.

"But many people live their whole lives and still can't see things as clearly as you do." Zheng Xiyan replied.

"Why make your life so exhausting? Queen, you are a really good person, just like my sister. But I always feel that you have endured a lot, and there are many things weighing on you. You should be more open-minded. No matter how difficult the road ahead is, you should learn to let go and not be too persistent. Because some things will come eventually, and if they don't belong to you, it's useless to force them."

Zheng Xiyan felt warm at the words and said with a smile, "I am a few years older than you, but I am not as clear-headed as you. I have lived in vain."

Lu Chuyi comforted her, "That's because Your Majesty is always bound by many things. You are the Queen Mother who rules the country, and you often have no choice."

Zheng Xiyan's lips curled up into a bitter smile, but there was a bit of relief and self-mockery in her eyes. She said softly: "Yes, I should really learn from your open-mindedness. Don't force things, and your heart will be full of hope."

"Well, I'm glad that your Majesty thinks so." Lu Chuyi's eyes flashed with a warm light when she heard it. Then she stood up, naturally stretched out her hand, and gently pulled Zheng Xiyan up. The two figures stretched out in the soft autumn sunlight, looking particularly harmonious. "Your Majesty, you see that the river water is clear and the fish are swimming in it. They must be very delicious. Why don't I catch a few and grill them for you myself?"

Zheng Xiyan frowned slightly when she heard that, and looked at Lu Chuyi in disbelief, as if she had heard something shocking, "What? You want to catch fish?"

"That's right, catching fish in the water is a unique kind of fun." Lu Chuyi looked serious, with a bit of childish excitement in his tone.

Zheng Xiyan hurriedly stopped him, looking anxious, "That won't do. The autumn wind is getting colder and the river water is freezing. What if you get hurt? Besides, you and I are of noble status. How can we be so disrespectful and make others laugh at us? Your reputation will also be damaged."

Lu Chuyi didn't care. She smiled lightly, her brows full of uninhibitedness and carefreeness. "Your Majesty, you worry too much. Of all things in this world, only sincerity and freedom are the most precious. As for the word reputation, to me, it is nothing but a floating cloud. I, Lu Chuyi, only want to do things with a clear conscience. Besides, I didn't do anything excessive when I went into the water to catch fish."

Zheng Xiyan saw that she was so persistent. Although she felt reluctant, she also understood her temper and had to dissuade her again: "Even so, it is not in accordance with the rules. Given our identities, we must be cautious in every move to avoid giving people a chance to criticize us."

Seeing this, Lu Chuyi's eyes rolled, and a plan came to her mind. She smiled and said, "In that case, your majesty, please relax. I have a good plan. Guard Lu!" She turned around suddenly, and her crisp voice echoed in the empty river bank, attracting everyone's attention.

Hearing the voice, Lu Moyu quickly stepped forward and bowed, "What do you want, Empress Chongyi?"

"Guard Lu, I'd like to ask you for a favor." Lu Chuyi said with a hint of playfulness in his tone.

"Your Majesty, please feel free to speak. I will do my best." Lu Moyu replied respectfully.

The breeze blew across her delicate face, causing a few strands of her black hair to dance. Her eyes were playful and serious. She opened her red lips and asked Lu Moyu beside her: "Who of you is good at swimming?"

When Lu Moyu heard this, a look of astonishment flashed across his face, "What do you mean, Madam?"

Lu Chuyi chuckled, with a childlike innocence and curiosity in her eyes. "I just want you to do me a small favor and catch some fresh fish in this blue water, okay?"

Hearing this, Lu Moyu's mouth twitched slightly, his eyes full of disbelief. He repeated, "My queen...you mean, you want us to...go down to the river to fish?"

Seeing his expression, Lu Chuyi couldn't help but become more serious and said, "That's right. With so many of you, there can't be even one person who knows how to catch fish!"

Lu Moyu smiled bitterly in his heart, thinking that he had misheard, and asked again: "Madam, are you sure you are not joking? Do you really want me to go fishing?"

"Of course it's not a joke," Lu Chuyi said seriously, "Why would I take such a thing for fun?"

At this time, Zheng Xiyan, who was standing by, saw this and smiled gently. She slowly walked between the two of them and said softly, "Sister Chuyi, forget it. Don't embarrass them. These guards are all from famous families. How could they go into the water to catch fish?"

Hearing this, Lu Chuyi frowned slightly and asked in confusion: "Why? A guard can't even catch a fish? This is too useless."

Zheng Xiyan smiled even more when she heard this. She gently patted the back of Lu Chuyi's hand and said softly, "Okay, let's not talk about this anymore."

Lu Moyu and the others looked at each other. Although they felt helpless, they had to silently endure this misunderstanding. No one dared to refute.

Seeing this, Zheng Xiyan narrowed her eyes slightly and said sternly, "This matter must not be spread to others, so as to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. If I hear any rumors, I will not let them go easily."

"Yes, Your Majesty." Everyone responded in unison, their tone full of respect.

Then, Zheng Xiyan turned to Lu Chuyi and said gently, "We have stayed here for a long time. It's time to go back."

Hearing this, Lu Chuyi's eyes flashed with reluctance. She looked at the sparkling river in front of her, then looked at Zheng Xiyan's gentle face, and finally nodded, saying, "Okay, but... we've only been out for a moment, and we have to go back again."

Zheng Xiyan smiled softly and consoled him, "There will definitely be another chance to come back in the future."

"it is good!"