Shocked! The salty concubine was spoiled by the cold prince

When Pei Xu came back, he saw that there was no one at the place where Gu Jiaorong was, so he knew that someone had taken Gu Jiaorong away while he was away.

His brows were furrowed, and his whole body became fierce.

No matter who this person is or what his purpose is, he has already aroused his dissatisfaction.

Since returning to the banquet, Gu Fuying has been looking for Pei Xu to bring him the news about Gu Jiaorong.

"Your Highness, I got lost just now. Luckily, I met Aunt Gu and Miss Lu He, and was able to find my way back. I was just about to thank her, but why can't I see Aunt Gu?"

Gu Fuying pretended to be confused when she spoke, but Pei Xu had already understood what she meant.

Gu Jiaorong was taken away by Lu He, and for some unknown reason, she asked Gu Fuying to deliver the message to him.

"I think she hasn't finished talking yet. When she comes back, I will tell her that Miss Gu has come to express her gratitude."

Pei Xu's face was cold and he was extremely unhappy. He didn't expect that someone would be so impatient after he left for just a short while.

Gu Fuying had done everything she was supposed to do, so she didn't stay here. Her marriage to the prince was already a done deal, and if she continued to get close to Prince Su, people would probably think too much.

Pei Xu had no intention of chatting too much with Gu Fuying, as he was worried about Gu Jiaorong who had been taken away.

Even if the emperor hosted a banquet, as a prince, he could not go to the concubine's palace privately, which made him feel powerless.

Pei Xu was a little annoyed. He was still too arrogant. He thought that even though Concubine Shu was the prince's biological mother and was favored by the emperor, she was not to be feared. So he did not plant spies in her palace, but instead directed his spearhead at the third prince Pei Yunzhao.

What's more, at the Qiqiao Banquet today, someone would definitely notice Gu Jiaorong. He had known this for a long time, but he still failed to protect Gu Jiaorong.

"My Lord, I'm back."

When Gu Jiaorong came out from Concubine Shu's place, she immediately came back to find Pei Xu. This was the first time she had experienced such a thing since she came here. Only by seeing Pei Xu could she feel a little at ease.

But Pei Xu didn't seem to notice her until she walked over and called out to him.

Pei Xu immediately looked up at Gu Jiaorong, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was quickly concealed.

"It's good that you're back. Don't run around next time. This is your first time in the palace. What if you offend someone noble?"

Pei Xu nodded and spoke in a cold and indifferent tone, but with hidden concern in his words.

Gu Jiaorong knew that she was taken away suddenly, and Pei Xu must be worried.

"Your Highness has taught me this, and I will remember it."

Gu Jiaorong cooperated and lowered her head even more, looking like a bullied young wife.

Pei Xu stepped forward, held her hand, and pulled her to a corner. In front of everyone, he couldn't ask anything.

Gu Jiaorong naturally understood what he meant, so she followed him obediently.

"But are you in trouble?"

Pei Xu held her hand, the tenderness in his eyes almost overflowing.

"It's okay, we are still in the palace, Your Highness, please don't get distracted."

Gu Jiaorong shook her head. Unlike Pei Xu, she remained rational.

Even if Pei Xu vented her anger in public, they could still escape unscathed, but Gu Jiaorong knew that now was not a good time.

Pei Xu had endured for so long, even putting his marriage on the line, it certainly wasn't for the purpose of risking his life for his beloved today.

"It's okay."

Pei Xu looked at her for a long time before speaking slowly.

This is not the place to talk, and Gu Jiaorong has no intention of pouring out her heart to Pei Xu. Pei Xu also understands what she means. After making sure that she is okay, he takes her hand and leads her back to the crowd.

The emperor would not come too early. After all, with the emperor around, the ministers would not be able to talk easily. This Qiqiao Feast was not just a simple banquet. The ministers were allowed to bring their families with them, as it was meant to select a princess for the prince.

Although the Crown Prince is now engaged to Gu Fuying, even if he takes the position of Crown Princess, he still has the position of Concubine. The Third Prince is also a good choice, and he also has some power in the court.

No matter who they become a concubine, it is a good choice for them.

The daughters of prominent families also shoulder the mission of restoring the family's glory and the expectations of their parents.

This has nothing to do with Pei Xu. He has always had a bad reputation in the court, and he also serves as the Minister of the Dali Temple, and has never dealt with other ministers.

"After seeing His Majesty, we will return to the palace. Now that you are pregnant, you should be more careful. It is rare for me to have a child. I am sure Your Majesty can understand my feelings as a new father."

Pei Xu leaned over and whispered in Gu Jiaorong's ear.

Gu Jiaorong didn't think they could leave easily, otherwise the emperor wouldn't have specifically asked her to come.

But she didn't say anything. She couldn't put herself in danger.

Pei Xu is the prince, her master, and he can say whatever he wants. Although she is a favorite concubine, in the eyes of everyone, she is just a trivial thing that is not worth mentioning. If she dares to refute the prince, she will have weight in Pei Xu's heart and become a handle to control Pei Xu.

Pei Xu is now too nervous and perhaps a little confused, but she is not a brave person and does not want to take any risks at all, just to prove that Pei Xu has her in his heart.

Fortunately, Pei Xu only said this one sentence, and it was also for the sake of the child when it was heard by others.

Gu Jiaorong took the snacks and stuffed them into Pei Xu's mouth to prevent him from talking nonsense again.

And the emperor who had never appeared finally appeared.

The ministers knelt down one after another to pay their respects, and Gu Jiaorong did the same. She even lowered her head even lower, just to reduce her presence, hoping that the emperor would forget about her, an insignificant person.

But after the emperor raised his hand to ask everyone to excuse themselves, he asked her first.

"Where is Gu Jiaorong?"

Gu Jiaorong pursed her lips and responded.

"I have met your Majesty. Long live your Majesty."

She did not look up at the emperor, but only acted submissive, making people feel that she was just the most insignificant person.

Seeing her like this, the emperor lost interest in asking questions and internally resented Concubine Shu's claims that this woman was different, even outshining the Xie family's daughter. But now, seeing her, she wasn't even as courageous as a palace maid, though she did look quite charming. However, he had already summoned someone, so he could only say a few words, then give Pei Xu some instructions and a few gifts before the matter was over.

After Gu Jiaorong dealt with the emperor and returned to Pei Xu, she quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

She really didn't know what the point of these gods fighting with a small soldier like her was. She couldn't even get a number to hand over weapons.

Pei Xu knew that she was frightened, but the emperor had not left yet, so he could not say anything. He could only quietly squeeze her hand to reassure her.

Fortunately, the emperor was just going through the motions. He had fun with his ministers for a while and then got up and left.

The emperor had just left, so Pei Xu naturally couldn't leave, but he could now devote some of his attention to Gu Jiaorong.

"Don't be afraid, Rong'er, I'm here, nothing will happen."

Pei Xu's voice was low and powerful, enough to soothe her panicked heart.