The evil woman is arrogant and the cold emperor can't sleep at night

"My Lord, it's a little early to say that."

Shen Tangan looked calm, with no trace of emotion on her delicate face, and she was not moved at all by his sweet words.

She has been accustomed to the impermanence of love in the world since she was a child, and has always had a lot of distrust towards feelings.

At this moment, her heart was like a deep pool, with undercurrents surging beneath the calm surface.

Compared to marrying Mu Chenye without any feelings, marrying him with expectations obviously made her much more nervous.

Because the more you expect, the more disappointments you will have in the end.

She didn't believe that she could be the lucky exception, but her heart was like the surface of a lake brushed by the spring breeze, and ripples of expectation could not stop appearing.

"It's too early."

Mu Chenye saw that her eyes were indifferent, and a hint of loss flashed across her eyes as bright as stars.

But even so, the fire in his heart that was ignited by her willingness to give him a chance still burned brightly.

He knew that the road ahead might be difficult, but he was determined to make her let down her guard and feel his true feelings.

"But I will definitely let you see my true heart."

He stared at Shen Tangan with burning eyes, his firm gaze seemed to be able to penetrate all the fog, and his tone was full of unquestionable determination.

Shen Tangan turned her head and looked out of the car window, but the bustling street scene was no longer visible to her.

Her heart was struggling with contradictions: "Then we'll wait and see."

Despite such a cold response, she couldn't help but feel a slight ripple of anticipation in her heart.

The carriage continued to move forward, and the interior fell into a brief silence again.

The sound of the wheels rolling was particularly clear in the silence, as if measuring the uncertain distance between the two people.

Mu Chenye thought for a moment, and asked nervously, "The Qiqiao Festival will be here in a few days. Can I invite you to go with me?"

Shen Tangan was slightly startled, and a hint of surprise flashed in his watery eyes.

She hesitated and said, "We'll talk about it then."

Although her tone remained calm, her slightly trembling eyelashes betrayed her inner unrest.

When Mu Chenye saw that she did not refuse directly, a smile flashed in his eyes, and he knew that he still had a chance.

"Then I will prepare in advance. If you are willing, please let me know at any time."

His words inadvertently revealed a hint of anticipation.

Shen Tangan did not respond, but the corners of his mouth unconsciously rose slightly. The barely noticeable arc was like a flower bud in early spring, quietly blooming with a hint of joy deep in his heart.

Soon, the carriage arrived at the gate of the marquis' mansion.

Mu Chenye got off the carriage first, then reached out his hand and carefully helped Shen Tangan down.

His eyes always stayed on her, full of concern and reluctance.

"Go in and have a good rest."

Mu Chenye spoke softly, his voice was like the gurgling of water, gentle and warm.

Shen Tangan nodded slightly, turned around and walked into the mansion, but his steps were a little slow. When he looked back before entering the mansion, he found that he was still waiting there, and he couldn't help feeling a little touched.

Suddenly thinking of something, he turned and walked to his side, dismissed the people around him and lowered his voice.

"My Lord, how is your relationship with the Queen Mother?"

Shen Tangan almost forgot such an important thing.

You should know that Taihou is not Mu Chenye's biological mother, but after the imperial decree granting their marriage came down, she was summoned into the palace.

I thought he would give her a hard time, but unexpectedly their meeting went surprisingly smoothly.

So, even if Mu Chenye is not the Queen Mother’s biological son, she will still treat him as her own son?

Isn’t this probability too small?

Mu Chenye frowned slightly when he heard this, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

"It's better to spend less time with the Queen Mother in the future."

Shen Tangan's heart tightened, and seeing his complicated expression, he asked a few more questions.

"My Lord, is there any hidden secret in this?"

Mu Chenye sighed softly and said slowly: "This is a long story. The Queen Mother is thoughtful and has many tricks. The prince and her are only at peace on the surface. Her concern for the prince is mostly to consolidate her position in the palace."

There wasn't much affection between him and the Queen Mother. After all, the Queen Mother was probably wary of him.

After all, he holds great power, and people are afraid that he will seize the throne from his brother!

Although he never had such intention, being in a high position would inevitably attract suspicion, and he did not want to involve Shen Tangan.

Today, she heard that the Queen Mother summoned her, so she hurried into the palace, fearing that the Queen Mother would do something to her.

Shen Tangan nodded slightly, as if thinking about something: "I see. I should be careful in the future."

Mu Chenye gently held her hand, his eyes firm: "The king will protect you. But you need to be cautious in everything you do in this palace."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. I have the ability to protect myself."

Shen Tangan smiled faintly, wondering if he was too nervous.

However, when she met the Queen Mother today, she felt something was wrong. Although the Queen Mother did not blame her when she talked to her, she could feel that she was putting pressure on her everywhere.

Mu Chenye looked at Shen Tangan's seemingly calm smile and felt even more pity in his heart, and there was inevitably a hint of worry in his voice.

"No matter what happens, I will always be by your side. Even if there are mountains of swords and seas of fire ahead, I will definitely pave the way for you."

"My Lord, can you also say sweet words?"

Shen Tangan was slightly stunned. She had never thought that this high and mighty prince would say such affectionate words to her.

Although these words were meant to tease him, the touch in his heart spread like ripples.

"I know you are smart and strong, but in my heart, I just want you to be free from worries and not suffer any grievances."

Mu Chenye's expression froze, as if he didn't expect her to react like this. He turned his head away awkwardly, a little embarrassed to look at her.

He just wanted to protect her and let her know that she could be relied on, but he didn't expect that these words made her feel that he was just being sweet-talking.

It seems that I have to choose my words carefully in the future. I can't let her think that I am a sentimental person. After all, she is the only one in his heart.

Shen Tangan suppressed the smile in his eyes and whispered, "Your Majesty, I will remember this."

Mu Chenye nodded and reminded again: "If the Queen Mother summons you again, or if you encounter other troubles, you must send someone to inform me immediately, and you must not bear it alone."

Shen Tangan responded, "Yes, Your Majesty."

Mu Chenye was relieved at this and said, "It's getting late. Go back and rest quickly. Don't worry too much."

Shen Tangan bowed slightly, turned around and walked into the mansion. Mu Chenye stood there for a long time, until he could no longer see her figure, then he slowly left.

A few days later, the Qiqiao Festival arrived as scheduled. Mu Chenye began to prepare early in the morning, looking forward to Shen Tangan's arrival.

Shen Tangan was also in a state of confusion in the Marquis' Mansion. She looked at herself in the mirror, recalling every moment she had spent with Mu Chenye. Finally, she mustered up the courage, asked someone to send a message to Mu Chenye, and agreed to go with him.

When Mu Chenye received the letter, a happy smile instantly broke out on his face, and he hurried to the Marquis' Mansion to pick up Shen Tangan in person.

When Shen Tangan appeared in front of him, Mu Chenye's eyes were full of amazement. She was wearing a light pink silk dress, and the pearls and jade on her head perfectly set off her beauty.