So now, when Murong Feng saw Yu Qingli again, he looked excited. He didn't even have time to tidy up his clothes before he hurried towards Yu Qingli and looked at her through the thick iron fence.

"Qingli! Are you coming to see me again?"

Yu Qingli said anxiously, "What are you standing there for? Hurry up and open this cell door!"

Upon hearing this, the jailer hurried forward to open the iron door of Murong Feng's cell. Yu Qingli then ordered them to remove the torture instruments from Murong Feng as well.

Murong Feng was a little confused and looked at Yu Qingli with a hint of doubt. His eyes were as innocent and pure as an ignorant child. If Yu Qingli didn't know this person too well, she would almost think that he was gentle and harmless as in her previous life.

"Your Highness, you have suffered."

Yu Qingli saluted Murong Feng respectfully. Murong Feng stepped forward and took Yu Qingli's hand. The excitement in his eyes was self-evident. "Qingli, you are really here."

"I will naturally fulfill my promise. Your Highness, don't worry. Everything is over. His Majesty has ordered me to take Your Highness back to the palace."

Murong Feng was delighted when he heard this and kissed Yu Qingli on the face passionately, "Qingli is truly my benefactor!"

Yu Qingli only felt that the place where she was kissed was hot and painful, as if there was a disgusting venom that was about to burn the skin there, making her unbearable. However, due to her current status, she could not push it away abruptly. She could only clench her fists secretly, with a cold heart.

"It's all thanks to His Majesty's wisdom that His Highness was able to be released so smoothly. After His Highness is released, he must express his gratitude to His Majesty!"

"I know it in my heart. If Qingli hadn't been running around, I don't think my father would have let me go so quickly. Qingli, don't worry. This disaster has made me clearly know who in this world is sincere to me. Don't worry, from today on, I, Murong Feng, will never let you down!"

Looking at Murong Feng's confident expression, Yu Qingli felt nauseous. She turned her face away calmly, hiding the bloodthirsty light in her eyes.

Murong Feng understood Yu Qingli's action as being shy. He immediately felt something in his heart and his feelings for Yu Qingli deepened.

The two men walked out of the cell together. Murong Feng, who had not seen the sun for many days, covered his eyes as soon as he got out. The dazzling light made him unable to adapt for a while, but the biting cold wind in winter also made him suddenly sober up, realizing that he was finally out.

Yu Qingli followed closely behind. Murong Feng turned his head and gave her a gentle smile. He then took Yu Qingli's hand and said in a light voice, "Qingli, let's go back to the palace!"

This scene fell into a pair of peach blossom eyes not far away. The anger and jealousy in the eyes made the already enchanting face even more cold-blooded. Qing Jiu couldn't help but shudder secretly, but still reminded fearlessly: "Master, this person has also seen it. Now that everyone has left, we should go back."

Murong Yan glared back at him. "When did it become your turn to intervene in my affairs? Besides, when did I even tell you I was here to see you? Isn't it my place to just enjoy the scenery?"

Qingjiu was speechless. The prince really loved to joke. What scenery was there outside this prison? Could he count the ant nests under the tree? Besides, it was so cold, he probably wouldn't even find an ant.

"Master, the wind is too strong here. Besides, the scenery here is not as good as that in the palace. If you want to enjoy the scenery, you might as well go back to the palace!"

Murong Yan raised her eyebrows slightly, "What? Do you dislike your master? Or do you want to be lazy?"

Qing Jiu pointed to the sky and swore, "God and Heaven, I only care about my master. Besides, isn't the young master still in the palace? I am also worried..."

"Alright, alright, it's time to go back after being out for so long. Stop talking nonsense and drive me back to the palace."

Qingjiu responded loudly and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. His master was finally planning to return to the palace, which saved him a lot of trouble.

Besides, as soon as Yu Qingli and Murong Feng returned to the palace, they were summoned to Wolong Palace.

When stepping into the Wolong Hall again, Yu Qingli discovered that a lot of things inside had been replaced, from curtains to tables and chairs, and even the paintings on the walls had changed.

There was no trace of Concubine Yu's life in the entire palace, which made Yu Qingli sigh. This emperor was really heartless. Could it be that this heartlessness was hereditary?

The emperor was waiting in the hall. After paying his respects, Yu Qingli and the others stood aside politely. Eunuch Fu tactfully stepped aside, lowering his head and looking submissive.

Murong Shiling raised his head, his eyes sweeping coldly across Murong Feng's face. "Come out, even though you were framed this time, if you hadn't been careless, how could someone have caught you?"

"Father, what I'm saying is that it was because I contacted those soldiers without thinking carefully that I suffered this unprovoked disaster. However, this incident can be regarded as a lesson for me."

Murong Shiling's expression softened slightly. "I'm glad to know. In that case, well, you've suffered a lot these past few days. Hurry back to the palace and have a good rest. Don't forget to pay your respects to your mother."

"Yes! Thank you, Father."

Murong Shiling waved his hand. "It's not me you should thank, but your princess consort. Do you know how much she has done for you these days?"

"I know!"

"That's good, Feng'er, you are very lucky, so you should cherish the people who bring you luck."

"My son, I will obey my father's teachings!"

Afterwards, the two of them arrived at the Queen's Palace and had the inevitable lecture. Fortunately, Queen Li was more relieved, and her attitude towards Yu Qingli also improved a lot.

When Murong Feng returned to Ju'an Palace again, it was almost dusk. The fiery red sunset painted the entire sky, making it look as beautiful as the finest brocade.

Murong Feng's gaze fell on Yu Qingli's face beside him. Her beautiful face was stained with a touch of red glow and coated with a thin layer of golden light. She looked sacred and inviolable, yet so fascinating.

And this woman had just been running around for him not long ago. She looked haggard and her heart seemed to tremble. A strange feeling lingered in Murong Feng's eyes. He quickly looked away. His heart was in turmoil.

At this moment, Murong Feng had a feeling that, unconsciously, he seemed to have slowly fallen in love with this woman who was supposed to be used purely. Although her temperament was not pleasing, and she was not as enthusiastic towards him as other women, and was even a little indifferent and distant, it seemed that it was this feeling of wanting to refuse but also to welcome that made him unable to stop!

The layout of Ju'an Hall has not changed at all, it is still the style that Murong Feng likes. He only removed some complicated and messy things, making it more tidy and clean. There are a few freshly picked plum blossoms placed in the vase on the windowsill. The mist on the stamens has not even dissipated yet, and it condensed into tiny water droplets, making the petals look even more crystal clear.

Murong Feng glanced around and said, "Qingli, you are so thoughtful. How can I thank you?"

"Your Highness, are you kidding? What is there to be grateful or not grateful about between you and me?"

Murong Feng held Yu Qingli's hand and said, "I'm serious. I did many things wrong in the past and even hurt your heart. Now that I've been through the gates of hell, I realize that you are the only woman who can always stand by my side!"

Yu Qingli pulled her hand out without leaving a trace. Facing Murong Feng's deep affection, she had already been able to deal with it calmly.

"Your Highness, I am already very happy that Qingli can occupy a place in your heart. What's more, hasn't Qingli always stood by your side?"

"Qingli..."

Murong Feng's heart moved, and he gently embraced Yu Qingli in his arms. The warmth and softness in his arms inevitably made him feel distracted, not to mention that all the tension and anxiety had disappeared the moment he walked out of the cell.

Yu Qingli felt vaguely uneasy in her heart. Murong Feng's embrace only made her feel as horrible as a cage.

"Your Highness, Concubine Zhen has arrived!"

At this moment, Xiaoliu's voice sounded from outside the door in time, eliminating the threat in time. Yu Qingli secretly breathed a sigh of relief and gave Xiaoliu an appreciative look. No one knew the news of Murong Feng's return to the palace yet, and it was probably Xiaoliu who leaked it intentionally.

Yu Qingli quickly pushed Murong Feng away, straightened her clothes and said, "Sister Zhen is here. Your Highness hasn't seen her for quite some time. Just have a good chat with Sister Zhen. I won't bother you any more."

Murong Feng had a look of displeasure on his face. Yu Zhenzhen came at a really bad time, but when he thought of Yu Zhengsha behind Yu Zhenzhen, he had to greet her with a smile. If he wanted to successfully seize the position of crown prince, he really needed the help of his father-in-law.

However, he was reluctant to let Yu Qingli leave like this, so he said, "We are all family, let her come if she wants. Qingli, you don't have to leave either. It's a good opportunity to ask the imperial kitchen to prepare more dinner, and we can dine here together today."

After hearing what Murong Feng said, it would seem a little strange if Yu Qingli insisted on leaving, so she smiled and said, "That's fine. Your Highness, I will have someone prepare whatever you want to eat."

"Just keep it simple. Ever since I ate the food in that prison cell, I now think every bowl of porridge in this palace tastes delicious."

Yu Qingli smiled lightly but said nothing, but she thought coldly in her heart that the food in this cell was just simple tea and plain food, not to mention that she had specially taken care of the jailer, so Murong Feng's food should not be too bad. When she was imprisoned in the cold palace, let alone cold rice and rotten vegetables, as long as there was something to eat, it was considered good.

The more Yu Qingli thought about it, the more she couldn't stay here. She leaned forward and thought of a good excuse, "Those servants may not understand Your Highness's taste. Why don't I cook a few dishes myself to welcome Your Highness and get rid of the bad luck? Besides, Sister Zhenfei has been missing Your Highness very much these days. I think there are some things that she might be embarrassed to say if I'm here."

Murong Feng thought about it and said, "Alright! Thank you for your hard work."

"I don't find it tiring to work for Your Highness."

Yu Qingli spoke softly and gently, which made Murong Feng's heart sink a little more. He had never realized before that this cold Yu Qingli also had such a warm and gentle side.

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