The Virtuous Concubine

After practicing for a long time, a thin layer of sweat appeared on her body, and her thin and close-fitting clothes were soaked, sticking to her body completely, and her skin color was visible through them.

Just as Nalan Rongruo was staring in a trance, perhaps because it was too dark, he suddenly felt dizzy and his nose bleed involuntarily.

Nalan Rongruo was startled and quickly covered his nose, feeling panicked. He knew he couldn't stay here for long and had to retreat further away immediately to avoid attracting attention.

But just as he was about to retreat quietly, he heard Concubine De shouting in a low voice: "Who? Come out!" Although the voice was low, it was like ice piercing the tranquility of the night, causing Nalan Rongruo's heartbeat to suddenly accelerate.

Nalan felt even more desperate. It was over!

He stopped involuntarily. He... He really just wanted to come and see if Concubine De was okay, but he didn't expect to fall into such a predicament.

I also know that what I just did was not a gentleman's behavior. If I really go out, how can I have the face to see her again in the future?

Seeing that the people outside hadn't made any movement, Malu spoke again: "If you don't come out, I'll make a scene! I want to see if you can outrun the imperial guards."

As a last resort, Nalan could only step out of the shadows and try his best to make his voice sound calm and harmless: "Your Majesty, it is your humble servant, Rong Ruo."

Malu's figure appeared in the window. She had put on her clothes, covering up her previous beauty tightly.

Seeing him, she was surprised. She obviously didn't expect to see Nalan Rongruo here. Her eyes fell on his hand covering his nose, which was stained with blood.

If there was anything else he didn't understand, Malu would just slap him and say, "You rascal!"

Nalan Rongruo was stunned by this sudden slap, his eyes were full of shock and confusion. He knew that his behavior was indeed inappropriate, but he had no intention of blasphemy.

"Your Majesty, I, your humble servant..." Nalan Rongruo wanted to explain, but the words were stuck in his throat and he didn't know how to start.

He really wanted to say that he was not a gangster, that he had a family and property, and that he could read and write, so he was not a gangster. . .

At this time, Bai Xia, who was on duty outside, heard the sound and asked Malu through the screen cabinet: "What's wrong with the queen?"

She knew that the queen didn't like others entering her room, so she usually wouldn't barge in without the queen's permission. She only dared to ask what was going on first.

Malu glanced to the side and saw that Bai Xia didn't seem to see it, so he cleared his throat and said, "It's okay, it seems there is a mosquito, it must be my eyesight, go get me some water, I want to take a bath."

Bai Xia responded with a "yes", and the two of them heard her footsteps walking away before continuing their conversation.

Ma Lu said angrily: "Lord Nalan, you are so brave! Sneaking into the harem late at night and spying on me, this behavior is really jaw-dropping! The Nalan family is well-educated!"

Nalan Rongruo's heart and face were burning like fire: "Madam, I know I was wrong. What happened tonight was indeed my fault... Madam, are you okay? Rongruo heard about the adoption of the Fourth Prince, and I am really worried."

After hearing this, Malu felt that Nalan Rongruo was too funny! What does my son have to do with you?

She laughed coldly, "Why, you care about the affairs of the harem so much, do you regard the harem as your own home? Do you care about Concubine Hui in the same way?"

Nalan Rongruo was speechless. He knew that his concern might seem unnecessary or even ridiculous to Malu. He took a deep breath and tried to explain: "Your Majesty, I did not intend to interfere in the affairs of the harem. Concubine Hui is just my cousin... Don't you understand my feelings?"

Malu looked at him coldly, without a trace of warmth in her voice: "Lord Nalan, the affairs of the harem are decided by the emperor and me, and it is not your turn to worry about it. I appreciate your kindness, but please remember your status and don't interfere."

Nalan Rongruo's heart sank. He knew he had touched Concubine De's bottom line. He lowered his head, not wanting Malu to see his red eyes. "Your Majesty is right. I know I was wrong. I was just concerned about Your Majesty and the Fourth Prince. I have no other intentions. What happened today was purely a coincidence..."

A cold wind blew by and Malu shivered. Her body seemed particularly thin in the wind.

Seeing this, Nalan Rongruo was overwhelmed with impulse. He simply jumped into the window and closed it. Just as he was about to ask her if she was still cold, she pushed him away: "Get out!"

Nalan Rongruo was pushed back a few steps by the sudden force, but as a martial artist, he was not injured and he easily absorbed the force in two steps.

"Your Majesty, your humble servant..." He steadied himself. Nalan Rongruo wanted to say something, but the words choked in his throat. He didn't know how to express his apology and concern.

Malu's expression was as cold as ice: "Lord Nalan, I appreciate your concern, but now, please leave."

Nalan Rongruo felt an extremely painful pain in his heart. Why was she so ruthless?

But he still had a stubbornness in his heart that he didn't want to give up: "Your Majesty, I know that what happened tonight made you unhappy, but I have no intention of offending you. I just hope that your Majesty can be well. If your Majesty needs anything, I am willing to serve you."

She said calmly, "Lord Nalan, I know your abilities, but I don't need them. Let's just treat what happened tonight as a misunderstanding. Don't mention it again, and don't appear in front of me again!"

Hearing this, Nalan could no longer control himself.

Is all his enthusiasm and concern so insignificant in her eyes? A strong emotion surged in his heart, and he excitedly stepped forward and grabbed her hand: "My queen, I don't understand why you can't be nicer to me, just a little bit?"

Malu was startled by his sudden action, but soon regained her composure. She struggled to free herself from his hand, stepped back and kept her distance: "Master Nalan, you are overstepping your bounds. Don't you understand what I'm saying? Don't you even know the word 'get out'?"

Nalan Rongruo's hands froze in mid-air, but he felt even more sad. He knew that what happened today had destroyed the delicate relationship between them. If he couldn't let her let go of this matter, he might never see Concubine De again.

He began to take off his nightgown, revealing the eunuch clothes underneath. This action made Malu stunned for a moment. Seeing that she no longer scolded him, Nalan simply gave up and began to take off the eunuch clothes and the underwear underneath.

Nalan Rongruo knelt on the ground and said tremblingly: "Your Majesty, my actions tonight have indeed offended you. I dare not ask for your forgiveness, but I am willing to accept your punishment with this humble body. I only ask that you please do not ignore me."

what?

Malu and the system were both stunned. What the hell is going on?

What is this person doing?