The Regent Princess has run away again

It was a rare occasion that Mrs. Xue invited Aunt Zhou out for breakfast this morning, saying that a family should be together and in good order.

At the dining table, only the sound of dishes and chopsticks could be heard, and Prime Minister Xue, who was sitting in the seat, had no expression on his face.

Xue Zhiyu was eating as usual. She was planning to go to the general's residence later, so she didn't pay much attention to the unnatural atmosphere.

"Master, someone has come from the palace and is waiting in the front hall," the butler walked in and said respectfully.

Prime Minister Xue, who had been expressionless, raised his eyelids, took a look, and waved his hand, "Got it, I'll go over now."

"Master, I didn't ask you to go over there. I said... Miss Xue San should go over there to receive the order."

"what?!"

As soon as the housekeeper finished speaking, Xue Yulu could no longer sit still. She couldn't believe what she heard. She glared at Xue Zhiyu who was still sitting there, pointed at her and looked at the housekeeper, "Are you sure you're right? How could it be this stinky girl?!"

"How dare you! You stay in your room and reflect on your mistakes. No one can let you out without my order!"

Prime Minister Xue looked at Xue Yulu, who completely disregarded her manners, with disappointment in his eyes, then turned to look at the butler.

"Dehong, please continue."

"The one sent by the palace was none other than the eunuch Huang who served the emperor, and he specifically said it was Miss Xue San."

"Well, I understand." Prime Minister Xue pondered for a while, then walked over to look at Xue Zhiyu who was not in a hurry and said, "Zhiyu, go to the front hall for me."

Aunt Zhou looked at Xue Zhiyu with concern and could only pray in her heart.

"Okay, Father."

Xue Zhiyu gave Aunt Zhou a comforting look, then stood up and followed Prime Minister Xue out.

lobby.

"Eunuch Huang, long time no see. Would you mind coming in?"

"Oh, thank you Prime Minister for caring about me so much. I am doing fine. I am here to tell Miss Xue the good news."

Prime Minister Xue pretended to be casual and said, "What good news did Eunuch Huang come to announce this time? Let me be happy too."

Eunuch Huang still had a smiling face and said, "Prime Minister, please don't test me. Who can guess what His Majesty is thinking? We'll know after Miss Xue goes there."

"Hahahaha, I'm just curious. Let Zhiyu receive the order." He then looked at Xue Zhiyu who had been standing obediently on the side, "Zhiyu, hurry up and receive the order. Don't keep Eunuch Huang waiting for too long."

Eunuch Huang then looked towards Xue Zhiyu, a smile flashing across his squinting eyes. Even after knowing that she came from the palace, he remained so calm and composed, neither humble nor overbearing. No wonder she won the favor of His Majesty.

"The Emperor, by order of Heaven, declares: I have heard that Prime Minister Xue has a daughter who is very intelligent, and I would like to discuss some issues with her, so I am inviting her to the palace today to discuss matters. I decree this."

"Your servant accepts the order."

After receiving the imperial edict, Eunuch Huang made a gesture of invitation, "Miss Xue, the carriage has been waiting outside for a long time."

"Well, please."

"Hey, look at what Miss Xue said, this is what I should do."

Xue Zhiyu didn't say anything more and followed Eunuch Huang out of the front hall.

Stepping onto the carriage, looking at the Xue Mansion getting farther and farther away from her, Xue Zhiyu couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. Why did the emperor invite her into the palace for no reason? She could only fight back.

........

"Ms. Xue, we're here."

"Well, thank you for your help, Eunuch Huang," Xue Zhiyu said as she opened the curtain and walked down.

What caught her eye was a palace with red walls and green tiles, which reminded her of the Forbidden City she had visited in modern times. Compared with the Forbidden City, this place was naturally different.

"Miss Xue, follow me. The palace is complex. If you get lost, I won't be able to explain it to the Prime Minister."

Xue Zhiyu came back to her senses. Although she wanted to slow down and appreciate the scenery, she was summoned to the palace by the emperor after all, and she didn't know what she would face later. She had to retract her gaze and follow Eunuch Huang to the palace in front.

"Ms. Xue, please."

"Well, thank you for trouble, Eunuch Huang," Xue Zhiyu nodded and walked in.

After following the palace maid who led the way and turning a few corners, I saw the man in the bright yellow dragon robe sitting at the desk and flipping through the memorials in his hand.

"Your Majesty, Miss Xue is here."

"Well, back off."

The palace maid bowed and then left.

The man put down the memorial in his hand and looked Xue Zhiyu up and down. Seeing that she showed no fear at all, but looked at him boldly, he had to say that the person Nangong Ye liked was indeed interesting.

In fact, Xue Zhiyu had already clenched her hands into fists in her sleeves. Although she knew that she had to kneel and kowtow when meeting the emperor, as a modern person, she really didn't have the habit of kneeling casually. What would she do if the emperor was unhappy and punished her later?

Just as she was daydreaming, she heard a faint voice.

"You must be the third daughter of the Xue family. I see you today and you are indeed different. I won't beat around the bush with you. I heard that you know a lot about the Stone Street area. I want to hear your thoughts."

After hearing what the emperor said, Xue Zhiyu was stunned at first, but then she reacted and spoke out what was in her mind.

After saying this, Xue Zhiyu was already feeling uneasy when she saw that the man still had no expression on his face.

Just as she was falling into anxiety, the man's chuckle pulled her back.

"You are a thoughtful person. I never thought that none of the imperial doctors in the Imperial Hospital could compare to Miss Xue."

"Your Majesty, you are joking. This is just my humble opinion. How can it be compared with the imperial doctors?"

"...Hahahaha, you are indeed the daughter of Prime Minister Xue. If you are like this, then do as you say. If anyone disobeys my order, just take out this jade token. Seeing it is like seeing me in person."

The man placed the jade token on the table, but his eyes were fixed on Xue Zhiyu, curious about her next reaction.

"Thank you for your majesty's trust. I don't think I have the ability to do this, so why not leave it to the imperial doctors of the Imperial Hospital..."

"I have made up my mind. I will leave it to you to take full responsibility."

Xue Zhiyu knew she couldn't refuse politely, so she had to accept it.

The two chatted for a few more sentences, and after Xue Zhiyu took the jade token from the table, he asked Eunuch Huang to send the person out.

After everyone left, Xia Yu leaned back and glanced at Nangong Ye who was drinking tea slowly behind the curtain. "That woman is interesting. She looks respectful on the surface, but in fact, she doesn't take me seriously at all. Am I so lacking in dignity?"

"...Your Majesty, you worry too much."

"Tsk, even you are trying to fool me, that's pointless."

Nangong Ye held the teacup without answering. His deep eyes were reflected in the clear tea, as deep as an ancient well.

He was also very curious about how this young lady, who seldom stepped out of the house, would deal with this difficult matter.