Dowager Consort Qu had already fallen asleep, and after taking the medicine, the drowsiness started to overcome her, making her feel extremely weak.A palace maid carefully covered Dowager Consort Qu with a blanket and walked to the window, partially closing the curtains, obscuring the light in the palace. Then she went to where the incense burner was previously placed and noticed its absence, furrowing her brow. She approached the door and called over another palace maid, lowering her voice as she asked, "Where did the incense burner go?""Just now, Dowager Consort Qu ordered it to be removed, stating that the air inside was not circulating," the young palace maid replied softly."Air not circulating? That can't be right. It was perfectly fine before. Dowager Consort Qu's health is not good, and she can't arbitrarily change things in the room. Go bring the incense burner back and light it again." the displeased palace maid retorted. She

"Indeed, the person is no longer in the capital of the North!" Pei Yuanjun concluded after reading the letter, lazily remarking. He then set the letter aside and walked towards the desk, where a large map of the North was placed. The map was mostly complete, with a few areas still requiring further investigation. Currently, his focus was primarily on the location where the two armies were facing each other.Pei Yuanjun gestured with his hand and a faint smile curled upon his thin lips, revealing a chilling demeanor. "I have been here for quite some time, yet only letters have arrived.""You mean… he left?" Ji Hai followed along, his eyes widening in astonishment. "But wasn't it said that there was no definitive conclusion over there? After all, they are still family!""To achieve what the Second Prince has accomplished in this situation is no simple feat. He is truly extraordinary. No wonder he has been causing unrest and disturbances in

"Gift? Why did they send a gift?" Qu Moying exclaimed in surprise. She couldn't believe that the Duke Qi’s Mansion would still be sending gifts at this time. The chrysanthemum appreciation party they had mentioned earlier was just around the corner. Why would they send another gift now?"I find it strange as well. The gift bearer claimed it was a return gift from the Duke of Qi's Mansion. By chance, while talking to the gatekeeper, I overheard the mention of Lady. So, I had the carriage stop in front of the gate and listened to find out what it was about. That's when I learned that the Duke of Qi's Mansion had sent a gift for you." explained Granny Yan."Who sent this return gift? And what is it?" Qu Moying asked while looking at the box presented by Granny Yan.The box was small, indicating that it didn't contain many items."It is said to be from… the First Young Master Qi." Granny Yan replied, her expression somewhat pecu

"My lady!" Granny Yan was so shocked that she could barely find words to speak. She thought her previous words had dispelled any such thoughts from the young lady's mind, but now the young lady brought up an even more alarming topic."The Crown Princess was my cousin, but she died shortly after the marriage. When she was critically injured, the prince’s side princess entered the mansion. Everything in the Eastern Palace was controlled by this princess. And when the uncle got into trouble, all the benefits went to the second branch, Princess Ji. If it wasn't for the subsequent birth of the Crown Prince, who belongs to the main branch, the position of Crown Prince would have gone to Princess Ji's family. Doesn't Granny Yan find it strange?" For the first time, Qu Moying openly revealed all the events to Granny Yan in a logical manner. When Granny Yan appeared by her side, she had planned for this day. Granny Yan was the best piece sent by fate, her mo

Qu Moying had no idea that the carriage coming in was Liu Jingyu's. She followed behind Qu Qiuyan as they walked inside.They reached a beautiful flower hall, where Qu Qiuyan stopped and waited for Qu Moying. Together, they entered the hall, adding grace to the Qu Mansion.The design of the flower hall was exquisite. One side was adjacent to the water, while the other faced a garden. Large windows adorned both sides, creating a seamless connection.The windows facing the lake were closed, shielding the gentle breeze. On the side facing the garden, the windows were open, revealing several pots of chrysanthemums. It was a rare sight to behold the blossoming chrysanthemums during this time of year. Two young ladies approached the flower hall with excitement, using a door that bypassed the group.The flower hall had only a few guests, including three elderly ladies and a few young ladies.Upon seeing the arrival of