So, she carefully crawled out from behind the curtain and fled towards the palace entrance before he could discover her, running to Wan’er who was kneeling nearby. Without hesitation, she pulled her up. Seeing Wan’er’s shocked face, she had just dragged her a short distance when, losing her balance, Wan’er was flung to the ground. Wincing in pain, she looked at Mei Siyu with watery eyes and helplessly shook her head, indicating she needn’t be concerned.
Seeing him about to approach, Mei Siyu abandoned Wan’er and fled. Don’t blame her for not rescuing her – after all, she lacked athletic ability and would fall after just a few steps. One must look out for oneself, and for self-preservation, she could only ignore Wan’er, hoping she wouldn’t hold a grudge!
She ran at full speed, not daring to slow down even after going far, desperately sprinting through winding corridors. “Ouch, that hurts!” Mei Siyu crashed into a “wall”, clutching her nose in annoyance and grumbling, “Who’s wandering around at night, scaring people?”
“Oh, it’s you. How coincidental, you always like nighttime wandering!” The person she bumped into said gently.
“Well, no, I just had something important that delayed my return,” she said, wondering why she always embarrasses herself when he’s around.
Ming Lengchen watched her with interest, observing her panic. He knew he shouldn’t think about her, shouldn’t love her – she was a mysterious woman destined to be beyond his reach. Yet he couldn’t control his thoughts, unable to stop noticing every detail about her – her good points, her flaws, her playfulness, her quirkiness, her thick-skinned nature. All of these had made him obsessed, crazy enough to love her irrationally, disregarding ethics and norms!
Is this really so difficult to answer? Looking at his expression, he seems so troubled! It seems that revealing one’s identity is not a wise move at all, look, the last lifeline is now gone.
“Well, I’ll take you out when there’s a chance, as long as you’re still willing then.” After a long internal struggle, he finally confirmed his intentions and made a reply that satisfied himself. No matter what the future holds, he couldn’t care less. Everyone knows that the eighth brother doesn’t like Mei Siyu, so let him bring happiness to the woman before him. She deserves him to brave fire and water, give up all glory and wealth, and relinquish vague power.
“I’m so happy!” Mei Siyu was so emotionally excited that she involuntarily wrapped her arms around Mu Lengyun’s neck, stood on tiptoe, and lightly kissed his face. She didn’t know that this action made Mu Lengyun even more gratified by his own choice!
She walked lightly into the Yangfeng Palace’s inner courtyard, turning back to wave at him, reluctant to part!
Only after her figure disappeared did he withdraw the smile from the corner of his mouth, stepping lightly and quickly towards the palace exit. Perhaps she also likes him, otherwise she wouldn’t have taken the initiative to kiss him. This is what he thought in his heart. Inside the Yangfeng Palace!
“Your Majesty, this concubine is in pain.” The woman in the curtained bed said softly. After all, she was still a virgin, how could she bear such a fierce assault!
“Tonight, let me love you well.” He said, then buried himself in the woman’s warm body again, declaring his possessive desire. Mei Siyu’s escape pained him.
[Text: 026 Hey kid, don’t run, take my punch]
After a night of torment, Wan’er was now extremely haggard, the pain between her legs leaving her without the strength to move. Dragging her exhausted body and seeing his disgusted expression, she helplessly and difficultly returned to her residence, with a hint of loss and sorrow in her heart!
When she saw the Emperor’s deep and affectionate gaze following Mei’s sister, she knew that the Emperor’s eyes would never contain her existence, nor would his heart have a place for her. The Emperor would only love Mei’s sister, and no one could replace her. Even if she gained favor, she was just a substitute.
As a woman who entered the palace, most would probably have a tragic fate!
In the Yangfeng Palace. Looking at the traces of intimacy on the bed, Mu Lengchen remained calm as water, without a hint of guilt about his actions the previous night. Seeing the bloodstains on the white bedsheet, he only disgustedly ordered the palace maid to replace and discard it, and that was all.
It was the midway escaped Mei Siyu who made him more concerned. Her cute escape made his heart tremble, her shy demeanor nestled in his arms brought him a bit of joy. Her actions betrayed her inner feelings. He was certain that this stubborn woman had also fallen for him because her eyes showed subtle, barely perceptible changes.
[The rest of the text continues in a similar narrative style, describing Mei Siyu’s interactions, thoughts, and subsequent events in the palace.]
Miss, you are Mei Fei, how can you casually leave the palace? This is unreasonable!”
”Who says so? I’m going home to visit my family, which is perfectly reasonable.” Mei Siyu naturally knew that the emperor’s women could not leave the palace casually, but she had a full reason to go out. Her clever little tricks were unbeatable. Hehe, thinking about being able to go out and get some fresh air soon made her feel refreshed.
By the way, she hadn’t seen Ming Leng Yu for a long time. She had recently learned that he was actually the current emperor’s biological older brother, the famous virtuous prince. At 27 years old, he was still unmarried. According to Xiao Rou, men could marry at 15, so why was such a handsome prince still alone? Rumors spread that he had a “cut sleeve” preference, which she didn’t quite agree with, but his unusual story was worth exploring!
Xiao Rou tugged at her sleeve, bringing her back to her senses. She saw that the visitor was actually Wan’er, dressed in pearl-like luxury, unlike her previous fresh and elegant appearance. She looked more vulgar now. Her originally delicate features were covered by thick makeup, looking somewhat dull, though her figure remained slender.
”Sister, Wan’er has come to pay her respects. I apologize for not reporting earlier and hope I haven’t disturbed your peace,” she said softly, elegantly bowing with a perfectly executed courtesy.
”Wan’er, don’t be so formal. I’ll feel uncomfortable,” Mei Siyu pulled her to sit on a chair with a backrest. The clever Xiao Rou promptly served tea and stood obediently behind Mei Siyu.
”Sister, you are truly unrestrained, which makes me admire you. However, certain etiquettes must be observed in the palace. You should simply accept them and not feel uncomfortable,” she said softly.
Though she appeared fragile, her words were powerful. Indeed, she was suited to life in the palace! Her manners were impeccable, and her cunning was no less impressive. Mei Siyu had truly underestimated her. Looking at herself, she was always naive, speaking without caution, probably offending others without even knowing. She disliked this cage-like life, full of hidden dangers, making her anxious every day, afraid she might lose her life at any moment.
”Sister, do you have anything important today?” Xia Wan’er asked.
Surprised by her sudden question, Mei Siyu reflected but couldn’t understand, so she counter-questioned, “What do you mean, sister?”
”It’s like this. The emperor wants to have a meal with you. I happened to be there, so I took the opportunity to deliver the invitation,” she said casually.
So Ming Leng Chen was hosting a banquet. She was conflicted about whether to go or not! On one hand, she didn’t want to see him, but on the other, she couldn’t refuse, especially since Wan’er had personally come to invite her. Not going would make her seem too arrogant.
