When Consort Xiao’s palanquin came to a slow halt outside the residence, the eunuchs accompanying her shouted, as usual, “Your Highness is here.” In an instant, the whole street was silent. The courtyard was even more deafening. The neighbours who had come to congratulate him quickly knelt down, and the officials looked at each other … Read more
It all happened in a flash of lightning. It was only when the two voices sounded one after another that the crowd reacted, with the scene of arrows raining down on them just now echoing in their minds. It was as if something flashed in the capital’s head, and he opened his mouth, just to … Read more
Seeing such a situation, Song Wangyue, who had already bent down and moved to a short distance behind the man, narrowed her eyes. The capital’s governor had come quickly, he had come as soon as he received the news from Shunde. Dismounting from his horse, he walked up to Consort Xiao Xian’s palanquin and saluted, … Read more
“My lord, it’s not good!” The steward ran into the main courtyard, his voice breaking out of anxiety. Hearing his voice like that, everyone in the house gave a united thump in their hearts. The butler didn’t even care about etiquette and ran straight into the house, “Sun, Miss Sun has been abducted, that, that … Read more
Consort Xiao Xianfei entered the house with the Duchess of Ding, who was in the courtyard with Xiao Zheng and Xiao Qianhou. Xiao Yao got up and was about to pay her respects, but was held back by Consort Xiao Xian, looking at her niece who was as beautiful and dignified after the fine make-up, … Read more
Inside the case, a gold tea caddy glows golden in the sunlight, next to a pair of silver tea caddies and two silver basins, both with thick surfaces, made of solid gold and silver. The onlookers were almost dazzled by the sight. The men from the Ministry of Household Affairs who carried the chest, not … Read more
The glow in the Fourth Prince’s eyes had receded and he returned to his regular appearance, “In reply to Father’s words, it is delicious.” “Oh?” The Emperor did not stop in his steps, and when he reached the room and sat down, the palace maid immediately brought in tea carefully and placed it on the … Read more
As the Fourth Prince’s words fell, the corners of Song Wangyue’s mouth twitched uncontrollably, but she still gave him face and responded. “What kind of dishes do you like to eat?” “Anything, I’m not picky.” Song Wangyue made a list and had the ingredients prepared. “I heard from Sir that you play chess very well … Read more
Within an hour, the news that Song Si had spared Wu Jin spread throughout the capital. The Duke of Ding also heard the news, and stroking his beard, he could not help but praise, “This is a beautiful thing to do.” The Wu family were now commoners, so if they were to hold on to … Read more
The butler’s body stiffened; he hadn’t forgotten that his clothes didn’t fit, but they were the best he had. Sheriff Liu pressed his hand on his waist knife, his tone chilling, “Quickly go and call your master out, or I’ll bring someone in.” The steward was also an old man of the Duke of Qi’s … Read more