Years pass in a flash, time flies by

Moonlight and human shadows intersect

The end of the year is approaching, and the scattered stars in the night illuminate the magnificent glazed tiles on the palace roof, flashing charming light. On the palace walls, the red walls and golden tiles complement each other, like a giant dragon winding and circling, showing the majesty and dignity of the royal family.

Inside the palace, the lights were on and the atmosphere was full of festive atmosphere. The palace servants were busy shuttling between the halls, making final preparations for the upcoming feast.

Ripple Palace

"Your Majesty, let me help you dress up." Shuhua stepped forward and said.

Cheng Mingran nodded. Today was the New Year's Eve, and Ji Lingzhou was holding a banquet in the palace. In addition to the New Year's Eve, more importantly, the King of Jin'an returned to the capital today, so it was also a welcoming banquet.

"Your Majesty, the people arranged by His Majesty are all guarding outside." Shuhua said.

Cheng Mingran didn't care. A lot of people came to her these days, all arranged by Ji Lingzhou. Fortunately, Ji Lingzhou told her in advance, otherwise...

But why did he suddenly assign so many people to him? He had been unable to figure this out for some time, but it didn't seem like surveillance.

But even if it was surveillance, it didn't matter, she didn't care about it anymore.

Shuhua stood in front of Cheng Mingran and helped her put on makeup. She must dress up for the event today.

This time, her every move, including Ji Lingzhou's attitude towards her, will affect other people's attitude towards the Cheng family, so she will never let others look down on the Cheng family.

About half an hour later, the calligraphy and painting finally took shape.

Cheng Mingran has outstanding appearance. Although she had stayed in the cold palace for a period of time, she recovered well after a few months of recuperation.

After this attire, her face was as bright as moonlight, her skin was as delicate as porcelain, and faintly flushed, as if peach blossoms were just blooming.

Her eyes were deep and bright, like the brightest stars in the night sky, gleaming with wisdom and tenderness. Her long eyelashes were like butterfly wings, fluttering gently, revealing endless charm.

Her nose is tall and elegant, with smooth lines, giving people a noble yet friendly feeling. Her two thin lips are rosy and full, with a slightly upward arc, revealing a faint smile that warms people's hearts.

She was tall and well-proportioned, like the most perfect masterpiece of nature. She was wearing a gorgeous purple dress, and the hem of her skirt swayed gently with her steps, like a blooming flower, exuding a charming fragrance. Her demeanor was dignified and elegant, and every step she took seemed so calm, as if the whole world was under her control.

Cheng Mingran's beauty lies not only in her appearance, but also in her inner elegance and calmness. Her every smile, every move reveals her noble temperament and unique charm, making it impossible to resist her attraction.

Shuhua was also stunned after seeing this. He hadn't seen his queen like this for a long time. Now he was a little overwhelmed when he suddenly saw his queen like this.

In fact, the Empress now is not much different from before, she is still as bright and beautiful, but because of those things she experienced in the meantime, she suddenly feels that the Empress is much more stunning now than before.

Moreover, the Empress used to look more childish, but now... the Empress seems to be more stable and calm.

"Empress," Shuhua called out. Cheng Mingran was now in a trance. She looked at herself in the mirror and didn't react for a moment.

Let alone calligraphy and painting, she almost couldn't recognize herself. Cheng Mingran raised her hand and touched her face: "I can hardly recognize myself." She said.

"The Queen has become more beautiful than before." Shuhua said.

Cheng Mingran did not answer. If possible, she didn't want to become like this.

"Where is His Majesty?" Cheng Mingran suddenly asked.

Ji Lingzhou... Shuhua's face became embarrassed when he heard this: "Your Majesty seems to have gone to Fengqi Palace."

At first she thought her mother would be very angry when she heard this, but unexpectedly she was quite calm.

Cheng Mingran looked at Shuhua and said, "This is normal, it's no big deal. The Queen is of noble status, so it's natural for us to attend such an event with the Queen."

Shuhua felt sorry for his queen when he heard this: "My queen, His Majesty is on your side."

The corners of Cheng Mingran's mouth curved slightly, but she didn't look very happy, but rather a little sarcastic.

"It's not important." She replied.

Shuhua was helpless. It seemed that the Queen no longer cared much about His Majesty and was indifferent to everything.

"Where is the Empress Dowager?" Cheng Mingran asked again.

"The Empress Dowager is ill and just said she will not attend the banquet." Shuhua said.

After hearing this, Cheng Mingran finally responded: "Are you feeling unwell? What's going on?"

"The imperial physician went there and said that he just caught a slight cold and should not be exposed to the wind, so he did not go." Shuhua said.

"Why didn't anyone tell me?" Cheng Mingran frowned, somewhat dissatisfied.

"Someone just came to report, it should be the imperial physician who was summoned not long ago." Shuhua replied.

Cheng Mingran frowned: "Send someone to check it out, and tell me immediately if there is anything."

"Yes," Shuhua agreed. The Empress Dowager means a lot to the Empress, so naturally it's different.

"The banquet is about to begin, let's go." Cheng Mingran said.

"Yes." Shuhua lowered his head and stepped aside.

Ji Lingzhou and Chi Yue had already arrived. They sat at the top, looking respectful to each other, but there was a subtle rift between their eyes.

Ji Lingzhou was wearing a dragon robe, which was embroidered with golden dragon patterns, shining brightly. His face was solemn and majestic, and his eyebrows revealed a meticulous heroic spirit.

The queen wore a gorgeous phoenix robe, with intricate and exquisite embroidery, like a phoenix spreading its wings, dazzling and dazzling. Her face was graceful and noble, and her manners revealed the demeanor of a mother of the country. However, due to her physical condition some time ago, there was a hint of illness and fatigue between her eyebrows.

The two sat side by side, the emperor raised his glass gently to greet the guests, and the queen smiled and nodded in response. Their movements were tacit and harmonious, as if they were a loving couple.

However, when their eyes met, there seemed to be an indescribable sense of alienation. The emperor's eyes were deep and complex, as if they were hiding many unknown secrets; while the queen's eyes seemed a little empty, as if her heart was no longer at this banquet.

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