Xia Dongchun from Legend of Zhen Huan: I want to live till the last episode

Xia Dongchun sat for a while with Noble Borjigit, then left with Yunling Qiling.

After all, they weren't very familiar with each other.

But before leaving, Xia Dongchun couldn't help but say, "If you need anything, please ask Zi Su to come to Yanxi Palace and tell me. I will do my best to help you."

Borjigit knew that his current situation was not good, so he did not refuse, but agreed: "Then I would like to thank the concubine first."

"Zi Su, send Concubine Xia out." Noblewoman Borjigit ordered Zi Su.

"No need for that. Let Zisu stay and take care of the nobleman." Before Zisu could agree, Xia Dongchun refused first.

It's not like she doesn't know the way. At the moment, Zisu is the only capable person around Borjigit, so there is really no need to ask her to send him off again.

After returning to the Yanxi Palace, Xia Dongchun asked Qi Ling to pack two new thick clothes and a basket of silver charcoal to send to Lady Borjigit.

In the blink of an eye, it was the day of the New Year's Eve family dinner. Almost all the concubines in the palace were there, and several princes also came with their relatives. Yinzhen looked much more relaxed as he watched.

"This old seventeenth man is late again. It's the same every time. He either comes late or leaves early. When he comes, I will make him drink three glasses of wine as punishment." Yinzhen said while holding up the wine cup.

Everyone laughed.

Shen Beile continued: "Brother, don't you know Brother Seventeen? He is the most free and easy-going one."

Yinzhen laughed out loud.

As they were talking, Prince Guo came in. Shen Beile was the first to see Prince Guo: "Seventeenth brother is late, you have to drink three cups as punishment."

Prince Guo smiled and did not refuse. He picked up the wine poured by the palace maid and faced Yinzhen: "I am late, and I am willing to be punished. This first cup is for my brother. I wish you longevity and happiness, and peace and prosperity for the Qing Dynasty!"

"Okay!" After hearing this, Yinzhen felt very relieved. He couldn't help but drink two more glasses of wine and became a little drunk.

Just at this time, Noble Lady Fucha had finished playing a piece of guzheng. Yinzhen glanced casually and saw the red plum blossoms in the vase on the table nearby. His smile froze for a moment and his expression dimmed.

The Queen followed his line of sight and also saw the dazzling red plum blossom. After hesitating for a moment, she supported Yinzhen and said, "Your Majesty, Concubine Hua entered the palace late. She didn't do it on purpose..."

"Perhaps the plum blossoms in Yimei Garden have all bloomed? There is something special about admiring plum blossoms in the snow." Yinzhen cleared his throat, "I will go to Yimei Garden for a walk."

"Your Majesty, it's freezing outside, or..." The Queen was about to say that she would accompany him, but she was interrupted by Yinzhen before she could even finish her words.

"I'm going to go for a walk alone, no one is allowed to follow me."

After saying that, Yinzhen walked out. Concubine Hua was also a little drunk. She was always paying attention to Yinzhen. When she saw him walking out, she stood up subconsciously and asked, "Where is the emperor going?"

Songzhi and Lingzhi hurriedly supported Concubine Hua, fearing that she would fall if she lost her balance.

"The Queen is drunk." Songzhi reminded in a low voice.

"Your Highness, look..." How could Su Peisheng really let Yinzhen go out alone? He looked at the Queen with a sad face, "It's freezing outside, the roads are slippery due to the snow, and the Emperor is drunk, but he doesn't allow anyone to follow him. What should I do?"

The Queen also frowned. She was worried about Yinzhen going out alone. She thought for a week and finally her eyes fell on Prince Guo.

"Seventeenth brother." The Queen called Prince Guo.

Prince Guo stood up and came over: "Sister-in-law, what happened?"

The Queen's eyes were filled with worry. "The Emperor is drunk and said he wants to go to Yimei Garden for a walk, but he doesn't allow anyone to follow him. But I'm worried, so you can go with him and take a look."

After hearing this, Prince Guo's eyes fell on the red plums on the table: "Why are you putting this out there?"

The Queen sighed, "This year's banquet was organized by Concubine Hua. She entered the palace late and doesn't know about this."

Prince Guo nodded, indicating that he understood: "Don't worry, sister-in-law, I will go find my brother right away."

With Prince Guo's words, the Queen felt relieved.

At the same time, Suiyuxuan was not so deserted.

Zhen Huan was wearing a thick cloak, and Jing Xi and the others were all trying to persuade her.

"My lady, you are still recuperating. It is not appropriate for you to go out at this time." Jin Xi was very worried.

Xiao Yunzi also said: "Yes, young master, I deserve to die. If I had known this earlier, I would not have told you."

"Everyone, get out of the way. If anyone dares to follow me, I will punish him..." Zhen Huan paused and winked playfully, "I will punish him to stay up all night in the corridor."

After saying that, Zhen Huan trotted out.

Only Jinxi and others were left looking at each other, not knowing what to do.

Holding a lantern in one hand and the small portrait cut by Xiao Yunzi in the other, Zhen Huan walked towards Yimei Garden with one foot deep and one foot shallow.

Today is New Year's Eve, and the palace maids and eunuchs have all gone out to take time off, which is just convenient for Zhen Huan.

The plum blossoms in Yime Garden were in full bloom. The snowflakes reflected the clusters of red plum blossoms, and being in the garden felt like being in a fairyland.

As Zhen Huan walked, she looked around curiously, thinking of what Jin Xi said, that if she hung the small portrait high up, her wish would come true, so she was looking for the highest branch.

At this time, Yinzhen and Prince Guo also came to Yimeyuan one after another.

Finally, Zhen Huan stopped in front of a red plum tree and placed the lantern at her feet. In the distance, lights were dim, and one could occasionally catch a glimpse of Zhen Huan's pious expression.

The girl stood on tiptoe and hung the statue on the branch. She clasped her hands together and closed her eyes slightly. "Since I came to the palace, everyone has been begging for the emperor's grace and favor. I wish my parents and sister are healthy and well. I also wish to live a peaceful life in the palace. There are constant fights in the palace. It is not easy to protect myself. I hope... if the north wind understands my feelings, it will not destroy me."

Unexpectedly, just as Zhen Huan finished speaking, she heard a voice from a distance: "Who? Who's there?"

Zhen Huan was panicked for a moment. Today was the New Year's Eve family dinner. She had taken sick leave and was allowed by the Queen to rest in the palace. It would be bad if she ran into someone now.

So Zhen Huan picked up the lantern and quickly stepped back.

"If you don't come out, I'll have people turn the entire Yime Garden upside down." Yinzhen put his hands in his pockets and slowly walked towards the voice.

In a hurry, Zhen Huan had to lie that she was a maid from Yimei Garden: "I am... a maid from Yimei Garden. I don't want to disturb you. Please forgive me."

Yinzhen did not stop, but continued to ask: "What is your name?"

Zhen Huan's eyes turned, and she had a plan in mind: "My humble name may taint your ears."

This is what I don't want to say.

Yinzhen probably understood it, but he became even more interested.

Zhen Huan heard that the man did not stop but continued to walk towards this side, so she concentrated and said, "Don't come over. I got my shoes and socks wet and I'm changing them."

Sure enough, as soon as these words were spoken, the man stopped.

Zhen Huan also breathed a sigh of relief, and quickly picked up the lantern and quietly retreated. After she had retreated for a distance, she turned around and left at a quickened pace.