Reborn to marry, she no longer wants to be the young master's mother

She put on the lavender palace dress made of the finest silk and a snow-white fox fur coat, which made her look both noble and gentle. Empress Xie Chaochao knew that as a member of the royal family, her every move touched the hearts of the people. So she decided to step out of the magnificent palace again, go deep into the people, and share the joys and sorrows with them.

The moment she stepped out of the palace gate, the cold wind was like a knife, cutting every inch of her exposed skin, but Xie Chaochao's steps were extremely firm. She led a team of guards and palace maids, crossed the long imperial road, and came to the most prosperous but also the most vulnerable neighborhood in the capital. Here, the snow last night was ankle-deep, hindering the pace of pedestrians and making the situation even worse for many poor families.

Without any hesitation, the queen immediately ordered the guards to divide into several groups, holding shovels, and began to remove the snow. She also personally took part in the battle, holding a delicate silver-rimmed shovel tightly with both hands, and each swing seemed so powerful and determined, as if she wanted to remove all difficulties and obstacles at once. The snowflakes flying in the air, together with the fine beads of sweat on the queen's forehead, formed a touching picture.

By the time the snow was cleared, it was already noon, and the sun shone through the clouds, casting mottled light and shadows. Empress Xie Chaochao did not rest for a moment, and rushed to the refugee settlement outside the city. There, countless people displaced by natural disasters and man-made disasters were huddled in simple tents, their eyes full of helplessness and longing.

She ordered people to quickly build a temporary stove, cooked in person, and directed the palace maids to prepare the ingredients for cooking porridge. The steaming pots of millet porridge gradually exuded an alluring aroma in the cold wind, which was the smell of hope and warmth. Xie Chaochao personally carried the porridge bowls, shuttled among the refugees, and handed bowls of hot porridge to them. Every time she handed out a bowl, she had a gentle smile on her face, as if she could dispel all the cold and despair.

The refugees received the porridge with tears of gratitude in their eyes. They had never thought that the queen would cook porridge for them personally. This kindness was more precious than any gold, silver or jewelry. At this moment, Queen Xie Chaochao not only warmed people's stomachs with her actions, but also illuminated people's hearts with her love, making this winter no longer cold and letting the fire of hope burn in everyone's heart.

Eunuch Xiao Lizi ran back to Empress Xie Chaochao with small steps, panting. His face was slightly flushed by the cold wind, but his eyes were shining with relief after completing the task. He bowed and saluted, his voice trembling with anxiety: "Your Majesty, the snow that was blocking our way has been cleared away. The road is unobstructed. We can set off back to the palace at any time."

Queen Xie Chaochao, wearing a gorgeous brocade robe and a light white fox fur coat, stood in the snow, like a plum blossom that defied the cold, quietly gazing at the snow-covered palace in the distance. Her brows revealed an unquestionable determination, and the corners of her mouth curled up in a faint smile, which concealed her contempt for worldly constraints and cherishment of a moment of freedom.

"Little Li, your efficiency is getting higher and higher." Xie Chaochao's voice was cold but with a hint of tenderness. She raised her hand and motioned for Little Li to stand up. "However, I have made up my mind today. I want to stay a little longer and feel this rare tranquility and whiteness."

When Little Li heard this, a flash of surprise flashed across his face, and then he returned to a respectful look, secretly guessing the queen's thoughts. He knew that every decision made by this seemingly gentle but in fact tenacious queen was not made on a whim, and there must be a deep meaning behind it.

The surrounding snow scene seemed to sense the queen's persistence and became more vivid. Snowflakes continued to fall slowly, and each one was like a messenger sent by the sky, gently and quietly covering the queen's shoulders, adding a bit of otherworldly temperament to her. The palace in the distance was looming in the snow, like an elegant ink painting, quiet and mysterious.

Xie Chaochao slowly turned around, her eyes swept across the snow-covered world, and her heart was filled with indescribable emotions. She knew that as a queen, she had to be cautious in every step, and every decision could affect the fate of the country. But in this moment of tranquility, she seemed to be able to temporarily forget those heavy responsibilities, and just enjoy this rare peace and freedom as an ordinary woman.

"Go, Little Leo, ask someone to prepare some hot tea. I want to sit here quietly for a while." Xie Chaochao's voice was soft but firm, as if she was talking to herself and also declaring to the world: At this moment, she belongs to this snowy area, to herself.

Little Leo took the order and left, but in his heart he couldn't help but secretly admire the queen's courage and persistence in transcending the world.

Emperor Chu Heng, wearing a dragon robe and revealing extraordinary heroism, was sitting in the magnificent imperial study, reviewing a mountain of memorials. Suddenly, a gentle but firm sound of footsteps broke the silence in the room, and Empress Xie Chaochao walked in slowly. Her face was gentle and picturesque, and her eyes were shining with wisdom and determination.

"Your Majesty," Xie Chaochao said softly, with unquestionable power in her voice, "I have a favor to ask of you."

Chu Heng raised his head, his eyes gently fell on the queen, and a gentle smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "Oh? Queen, what do you want me to do?"

Xie Chaochao took a deep breath and looked at Chu Heng firmly: "I have decided that we should no longer be confined within the palace walls. The sufferings of the people and the problems of the world all require us to personally understand and solve them. I am willing to go out of the palace with Your Majesty, go deep into the people, listen to the people's voices, and seek common welfare."

Chu Heng heard this, and a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, which then turned into deep admiration. He stood up, walked to Xie Chaochao, and gently held her hands. Although her hands were as delicate as jade, they seemed to contain endless power and warmth. "What the Queen said is exactly what I want. I have had this idea for a long time, but I have been worried and have never put it into action. With the Queen by my side, what do I have to fear?"

Therefore, Chu Heng and Xie Chaochao decided to temporarily put aside the red tape of the royal family, put on civilian clothes, and go incognito to the people. They knew that taking this step meant facing countless unknowns and challenges, but the deep affection and responsibility for the people in their hearts made them go forward without hesitation.

As night fell, the two quietly left the palace and set out on the road outside the palace. The moonlight was like water, sprinkling on their way forward, as if guiding the direction of the imperial couple.