The mistress was reborn and broke off the engagement, the regent cried and begged to marry into the

Concubine Shu, who was accompanying him, smiled sweetly and said, "Your Majesty's bravery is known to me better than anyone else."

The emperor laughed heartily and embraced the beauty in his arms.

Eunuch Hua followed the imperial physician out and closed the door.

Jinming Palace. Buddhist Hall.

Nanny Mao Xin helped her master up and said, "My queen, are we still not going to the emperor's birthday banquet?"

The queen raised her eyes, her gaze sharp: "No, I will go this time. Let someone tell the prince to stay calm."

"The Crown Princess has tried to persuade him several times. The closer the time gets, the harder it will be to persuade him."

The queen stopped walking and gently pushed the nanny away: "Lock him up, tie him up, and don't let him do anything wrong. If he is allowed to do something bad at an important moment, what's the point of having you servants? Go and keep a close eye on him. Use some tricks when necessary."

"Yes." Nanny Mao Xin bowed and stepped back.

The queen twirled her Buddhist beads and turned to look at the Buddha statue. Prince, you'd better show some courage...

Qiuyao Palace.

Dong Ruosheng trimmed the blooming flowers in the pot: "Hurry up over there, Prince, and get rid of those who are in the way."

Nanny Chunxuan lowered her head and said, "I just received news that the Queen sent Mao Xin to keep an eye on them. I'm afraid it will be difficult for our people to take action."

"Maoxin." Dong Ruosheng curled his lips and cut off a branch of flowers. "Who is she?"

"Yes. I know what to do." Nanny Chunxuan bowed and stepped back, then went downstairs to do her job immediately.

Dong Ruosheng picked up the cut flowers and ripped off the petals one by one. Some accounts should have been settled long ago...

Princess House.

Xun Wei brought the clothes and said, "Princess, how about wearing this on the birthday banquet?"

Gorgeous clothes and exquisite embroidery.

Xie Zhenzhi was very satisfied: "As a sister, I will dress up to attend my brother's birthday banquet."

An official residence.

Several adults gathered together to discuss. When they saw Lord Fang, they all rushed over.

"Master Fang, are the historical books circulating in the streets true? How could the founding emperor of our dynasty be a woman?"

"I heard that there is only the first volume. Where is the second volume? Sir Fang, do you have any clue?"

"Should we report this to the Emperor? Books like these that mislead the public should be banned."

Lord Fang spoke to comfort them: "Okay, be quiet. The emperor has known about the existence of this book for a long time."

"Then why is there no movement? Even the storybooks were banned ten years ago, so why are you ignoring such a ridiculous book now?"

Sighing, Lord Fang explained: "Of course the emperor wants to take care of it, but unfortunately he is unable to do so. The emperor is old and his energy is not as good as when he was young. He is now in the land of pleasure all day long, so how can he care about other things? Don't worry, just find time to ask."

"Ask? How do you ask? How long has it been since the Emperor came to court? All requests for an audience were rejected by the eunuchs."

"What Shufei? I think she is just a beauty that brings disaster. Why hasn't anyone reported it?"

Helan Jie stood among the crowd without expressing any opinion.

When the emperor does not attend court, court officials cannot enter the inner palace.

The feeling of dissatisfaction has been accumulating for a long time, and now this kind of thing has happened again.

"The Emperor's birthday banquet is coming up soon. Why don't we report this matter to the Emperor at the banquet? The Emperor will surely respond."

"That's great. I agree."

Everyone agreed.

Lord Fang nodded: "Since everyone has made up their minds, we will submit the memorial together then."

The corners of Helan Jie's lips slightly raised. Some things were handled secretly and no one would find out.

Once it is revealed, the news will spread to everyone in a few days as if it had wings.

Thank you all for your hard work and for making wedding dresses for them.

Shangguanfu.

Shangguan Sitong sat on the steps and looked up at the sky. She was in a low mood and had a lot on her mind.

Ruhong came over and asked, "Miss, are you going to the emperor's birthday banquet? If you are going, you should get ready now."

"Go ahead." Shangguan Sitong was unwilling to give in.

If I go there, I can see my loved one, even if it's just for one more look.

Ruhong smiled: "I understand. I have prepared everything in advance."

Yun Ping hesitated to speak. The two looked at each other, said nothing, and went back into the house.

Another yard.

Taoyao picked up flower petals and said, "It's the Emperor's birthday banquet, but our girl can't go."

"She's got her status, what can we do about it? Every time there's a party, the second girl is happier than anyone else." Feixiang joked.

Shangguan Yunshu sat at the desk and did the accounts: "It's good to stay at home, it's quiet. The accounts in the shop are too long to settle, so I can't go there. Taoyao, take out my embroidered handkerchief later. I'll take it with me when I go to my elder sister's place."

"Hey." Tao Yao went to take out the handkerchief, "Miss, are you going to take the purse you embroidered yesterday?"

Shangguan Yunshu smiled and replied, "Bring it. The size is a token of my appreciation."

Taoyao nodded and took out the purse.

Shangguan Yunshu's embroidery skills have become more and more sophisticated over the years, and the finished products are impeccable.

She would give them to her family every once in a while, not asking for praise or gratitude, but just wanting to show her appreciation.

After settling the accounts, Shangguan Yunshu went to Luowanyuan.

When she reached the gate, a figure jumped out. She screamed and almost fell down.

The figure quickly extended his hand to help him: "Sorry, I was reckless."

After standing firm, Shangguan Yunshu took a step back and bowed: "My lord, you are polite. I was in a hurry and didn't pay attention to the road."

The man who almost collided was Nangong Qi.

He was clearly the one who was in a hurry, but he didn't expect the girl to take the responsibility.

After taking a look, Nangong Qi asked curiously, "Are you Miss Shangguan's..."

"Sister. I'm Shangguan Yunshu, the third among the sisters." Shangguan Yunshu took a peek and saw a strange man in her eldest sister's yard.

"The sky is empty and the clouds are rolling. What a nice name. My name is Nangong Qi. Nice to meet you, young lady." Nangong Qi bowed generously.

Shangguan Yunshu bowed: "Sir, there is no need to be so polite. I have something to ask my elder sister. Excuse me."

After saying this, she walked quickly into the yard.

Nangong Qi smiled and turned to leave, then saw a purse on the ground.

He picked it up and wanted to shout, but the person had already entered the house.

Nangong Qi threw the purse into his hand and pouted. There was nothing he could do...

inside the house.

Shangguan Yunshu bowed, handed over the account book first and then presented the handkerchief: "This is just a little gift from my younger sister, please don't despise it, elder sister."

Taking the handkerchief, Shangguan Haitong touched the stitches and said with a smile, "Third sister's craftsmanship is getting better and better."

Wei Lingbo held the handkerchief, stepped back and put it away.

Shangguan Haitong stood up and asked: "Third sister, have you ever thought about what you want to do in the future?"

"I have thought about it." Shangguan Haitong said frankly, "If possible, I would like to do business. Every day when I look at the account book, I feel particularly relaxed and satisfied. Big sister, I am sixteen years old, and it is time for me to get married. The families that my mother asked me to look at..."

Shangguan Haitong smiled and comforted her: "Marriage is a serious matter, don't be in a hurry, take your time to choose. You have managed the shop very well over the years, but doing business is not as simple as you think. Go back and think about it, and come to me when you have made up your mind. I will help you."

"Okay." Shangguan Yunshu felt very warm.

The two sisters were chatting about daily life, and when she came back, she saw a strange man waiting outside the yard.

Nangong Qi held up his purse and smiled brightly: "You dropped something. You have really skillful hands, you did a great job."

Tao Yao quickly stepped forward and took the purse: "Thank you, sir."

Shangguan Yunshu saluted and prepared to leave.

Nangong Qi suddenly asked: "Can I talk to you alone?"