The Regent's Concubine is Crazy

After hearing about the prince's affairs, the queen was in a state of confusion and hurried to the imperial study to defend the prince. She walked unsteadily and looked anxious. She was in a state of confusion all the way and just wanted to see the emperor as soon as possible.

However, when she arrived at the door of the imperial study, she was stopped by Eunuch Chang. Eunuch Chang looked apologetic and whispered, "Empress, the emperor is in a rage and will not see anyone at this time. Please go back to the palace and wait."

The Queen became even more anxious when she heard this. She eagerly explained, "Eunuch Chang, the Crown Prince is innocent. I want to see the Emperor and let him find out the truth."

Eunuch Chang felt quite embarrassed when he saw that the queen was so insistent, but he knew the emperor's temper. If he let the queen in at this time, it would probably only anger the emperor.

Eunuch Chang hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to dissuade the queen: "Queen, please understand my difficulties. The emperor really doesn't want to see anyone at the moment. If you force your way in, you may anger the emperor. Please go back to the palace first. When the emperor calms down, I will convey your wishes."

The queen heard this and had no choice but to temporarily leave. She was extremely anxious, but there was nothing she could do.

The Queen knew the Emperor's character very well. If she forced her way in, not only would she fail to save the Prince, but it would make things worse. She could only return to the palace and wait.

Mo Shaoxie returned to the palace and searched everywhere for Shangguan Ziling. When he saw her sitting quietly on the stone bench in the courtyard, a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

He walked up quickly and gently embraced her from behind. His warm breath and low, gentle voice rang in her ears: "Ling'er."

Shangguan Ziling turned around, her eyes full of concern: "You are back, did the emperor embarrass you?"

Mo Shaoxie looked into her clear eyes, and a warm current surged in his heart. He gently tapped her nose and said in a relaxed tone: "Don't worry, with me here, the emperor, the prince, and the queen will not openly cause trouble for you."

Shangguan Ziling raised her eyebrows slightly, with a sly smile on her lips: "That means they will cause trouble for me in secret."

Mo Shaoxie's heart skipped a beat as he looked at her lively eyes.

Mo Shaoxie gazed at her affectionately and said firmly, "I will protect you."

Shangguan Ziling's heartbeat quickened a bit. The man's eyes and tone made her feel moved.

Mo Shaoxie's figure looked particularly handsome and elegant in the afterglow of the setting sun, and his eyes were full of love and protection for Shangguan Ziling.

Shangguan Ziling leaned in his arms, feeling his strong chest and warm embrace, her heart filled with a sense of security and happiness.

After Shangguan Ziling finished her dinner at the Prince Regent's Mansion, she stood up and prepared to leave. She said softly, "Since there is nothing else, I will go back first."

After hearing this, Mo Shaoxie raised his eyebrows slightly, looked at her with a half-smile, and said with a smile: "Ling'er is really like that, you want to throw me away after using me?"

Shangguan Ziling noticed Mo Shaoxie's teasing and couldn't help but cough, trying to hide her embarrassment. She explained, "No, I just wanted to say that we're going to get married soon, and I want to spend the rest of my time with my father and them."

After hearing this, Mo Shaoxie understood what she meant. He reached out and gently held her hand, his voice soft and affectionate: "I will take you back to the Prime Minister's Mansion." His eyes were full of doting and reluctance, as if he was unwilling to be separated from her.

Shangguan Ziling felt the warmth of his palm and a sweet feeling surged in her heart. She nodded slightly and let him lead her out.

The two walked out of the Regent's Palace side by side, the moonlight shining on them, reflecting a warm and romantic picture.

Mo Shaoxie sent Shangguan Ziling back to the Prime Minister's Mansion. After bidding farewell to Mo Shaoxie, Shangguan Ziling walked into the gate of the Prime Minister's Mansion. She was wearing a gorgeous long skirt, and the hem of her skirt swayed gently with her steps, like a meteor across the night sky, beautiful and moving.

Mo Shaoxie watched her go in before disappearing into the night.

Butler Lin Bo came forward and bowed to her respectfully: "Miss, the master and the eldest young master are waiting for you in the study. Just go there when you come back."

Shangguan Ziling nodded slightly to show that she understood, then walked towards the study, her steps light and graceful.

Arriving at the door of the study, she gently pushed it open and walked in. The study was filled with a faint scent of ink, and the bookshelves were filled with all kinds of books, looking solemn and simple.

Master Shangguan and Young Master Shangguan were discussing something in the study. When they saw Shangguan Ziling come in, they stopped and looked at her.

Shangguan Ziling smiled back, then walked to the desk and asked, "Dad, brother, what are you talking about?"

Shangguan Dong's face was gloomy. He stared at Shangguan Ziling, his eyes full of complicated emotions. He spoke in a deep voice, revealing deep dissatisfaction and worry: "Ziling, you are so bold! How could you do such a thing to the prince? You are a girl!"

Shangguan Ziling felt a little aggrieved by Shangguan Dong's reproach. She pursed her lips and weakly defended herself, "Daddy, it was the prince who hit our boat. Fortunately, Mo Shaoxie and I learned Qinggong, so he didn't hurt us."

Shangguan Dong glared at her and said unhappily, "Where's Jiao Yun? She's your sister after all, so why are you just ignoring her?"

Shangguan Ziling curled her lips, as if she didn't care much about Shangguan Jiaoyun's safety. She said indifferently: "The prince said that it was Jiaoyun and Ruan Feiyin who instigated him to crash. Besides, father, Jiaoyun hooked up with the prince right after she came back, which shows that she likes him too, so I will help her."

Shangguan Dong was furious when he heard this. He slammed the table hard, causing the items on the table to jump up. He shouted angrily, "Zi Ling, how can you talk like that? Jiao Yun is from our Prime Minister's Mansion. If you do this, not only will she be ruined, but your reputation will also be implicated."

Shangguan Ziling turned pale with fright at Shangguan Dong's angry rebuke. She shrank her body and argued in a low voice: "I'm getting married soon anyway. Reputation is not important to me. The same goes for my brother. Youyou will not dislike your brother because of this."

She knew she had gone too far this time, but she didn't want to just endure it.

Shangguan Dong looked at Shangguan Ziling, and his anger grew even more intense. He pointed at her and said, "You, you still have something to say?"

Shangguan Zirun coughed and said, "Father, things have already happened. There is no point blaming my sister now."

Shangguan Dong sighed and said, "Zi Ling, you have to remember that a girl's reputation is very important. You can't do such a thing just because of a momentary impulse and willfulness. Think twice before you act in the future, understand?"

Shangguan Ziling nodded to show that she understood.