Heartstrings Resonance: The Beloved Princess of the Female Power

Emperor Qing Zhao interrupted with a dignified tone, "Sir Zhou, is my position as a fourth-rank prefect of Zhao State so lowly? How could you look down on me like this? I imagine you look down on me as a third-rank official as well. If that's the case, you don't need to take this position. The Zhou family is a powerful clan, so you should go back and inherit the family business!"

The man looked incredulous, and it took him a while to react. He knelt down and begged, "Your Majesty! That's not what I meant! I..." He was about to say something, but Eunuch Fu signaled the guards to cover his mouth. Several officials nearby wanted to plead for him, but they were stopped by the people around them.

At this moment, the entire Imperial Garden was silent, and no one dared to speak easily. Mu Yunxi glanced at everyone, and the corners of her mouth curled up slightly.

Most officials understood that the children of aristocratic families who could still remain in the court were all clear-headed. Emperor Qing Zhao would not retain such self-righteous individuals who were proud of their aristocratic status. The Zhou family relied on the fact that they had daughters serving as concubines in the palace and had a sixth prince. This person also had a high opinion of himself. The emperor was already dissatisfied with aristocratic families' excessive interference in government affairs, so it would be strange for him to retain him.

As time went by, the atmosphere in the Imperial Garden gradually eased.

Emperor Qing Zhao looked at the silent ministers and sneered in his heart: Humph! If a tiger doesn't show its might, everyone will think I'm a sick cat?

But he smiled and said, "My dear ministers, I have won. So, shall I issue an order?"

Seeing that no one said anything, Emperor Qing Zhao said, "Scholar of Literature, you will draft the edict. I will read it, and you will write it."

The scholar came to the prepared desk, picked up his pen and prepared to write. When Emperor Qing Zhao spoke, he quickly wrote: "By the will of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:

I have heard that Mu Yunxi possesses exceptional talent and skills, possessing unique insights into the art of bows, crossbows, and warships. As our nation is in need of talented individuals, I have appointed Mu Yunxi as a Fifth-Rank Deputy Director of the Ministry of Works, specializing in matters concerning bows, crossbows, and warships, hoping that he can fully utilize his strengths and serve the nation.

I hope Mu Yunxi will diligently fulfill her duties upon receiving this order and live up to my high expectations. I decree this!"

Emperor Qing Zhao stopped talking, and the scholar's pen also stopped. Mu Yunxi admired in her heart: No wonder the emperor still uses this person even though his words are so unpleasant to the ear. It turns out that he is not only talented but also has extraordinary qualities! Amazing!

Mu Yunxi then knelt down: "Mu Yunxi accepts the order! Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace! Yunxi will definitely live up to your high expectations!"

Emperor Qing Zhao looked at Mu Yunxi, too lazy to complain about her, but he couldn't help but sigh inwardly: This little girl is truly extraordinary. Not only is she clever, but she also possesses extraordinary courage and strategy. In the days to come, she might truly become an outstanding official and contribute greatly to the country.

Officials who had previously harbored resentment towards Mu Yunxi were now forced to reconsider her. They realized that this young woman was no ordinary person, and her talent and abilities should not be underestimated. Perhaps they should give her more opportunities and support, rather than blindly suppressing and excluding her.

Under the scorching sun, Princess Yongle paced restlessly in front of the palace gates, beads of sweat dripping from her forehead, soaking her hair. Her maid, Ruo Ling, watched her with pity and couldn't help but persuade her, "Your Highness, please wait in the carriage! The sun is blazing, don't get sunburned."

Princess Yongle paused, looked up at the glaring sun, then at the closed palace gates. After a moment's hesitation, she nodded and returned to the carriage. However, even inside, she couldn't suppress her inner worry, and from time to time she lifted the curtain to look out.

Seeing this, Ruo Ling fanned herself and softly consoled him, "Your Highness, don't worry. I think Guard Mu has a plan in mind. He's tried it several times during his time at the Mu Mansion, so he's sure he won't make a mistake."

Princess Yongle sighed softly, her tone filled with worry: "I'm not worried about what she makes, but I'm worried that those ministers will make things difficult for her."

Ruo Ling smiled slightly, a sly look flashing in her eyes. "If that's what Your Highness is worried about, then you can rest assured. Guard Mu has never suffered a loss in a verbal battle. It's just a matter of whether she is willing to pay attention to others, and there is no one she can defeat. Your Highness, you are really worrying too much!"

Princess Yongle glared at Ruoling and said coquettishly, "You are the only one who understands, okay!" After that, she turned her head to look out the window, her brows still furrowed, as if she had not completely let go of her worries.

Ruo Ling giggled and whispered in Yongle's ear, "I think Your Highness can't live without Guard Mu. You miss him after just a short separation." Yongle blushed and her heart beat fast when she heard this. She didn't know why. She had experienced two lives and shouldn't be so shy. But whenever she thought of Mu Yunxi, she couldn't help blushing and her emotions were completely out of control.

Yongle, feeling somewhat embarrassed and angry, reached out and pinched Ruo Ling's waist: "I told you not to talk nonsense!"

Ruo Ling was tickled by the pinch and burst into laughter, begging for mercy while laughing: "Good prince, I know I am wrong!"

The two waited for a while, but still no Mu Yunxi came out. Ruo Ling poured Yongle a cup of tea and complained with a pout, "Your Highness! Guard Mu just told you to go back to the palace and not wait for her here. You wanted to send it to her, but now you're still waiting here. When Guard Mu comes out and sees her, he'll definitely blame me."

Yongle stared at the gate leading to the palace and answered firmly, "It should be soon..."

Princess Yongle looked at Ruo Ling and said sternly, "When we return to the Princess Palace, I will marry you off and let you nag others!"

Ruo Ling panicked when she heard this. Her eyes instantly turned red and tears welled up in them. She quickly knelt down and begged, "Your Highness, please forgive me! I know I was wrong! Please don't marry me off. I only want to stay in the Princess's Mansion and serve Your Highness for the rest of my life!"

Princess Yongle looked at her pitiful, tearful appearance, gently pinched her eyebrows, and sighed helplessly: "I was just teasing you, get up quickly!"

Hearing Princess Yongle's words, Ruo Ling, who had just been trying hard to hold back her tears, burst into tears. She sobbed uncontrollably, crying with tears of gratitude, "Thank you, Your Highness, for your kindness! Thank you, Your Highness, Your Highness!"

Princess Yongle looked at the tearful maid in front of her and sighed inwardly, "Ah, she still hasn't gotten over her tearful nature!"

In fact, the reason why Ruo Ling knew about the affair between her and Mu Yunxi and was valued was entirely because this girl had always treated her well with all her heart in her previous life. In the previous life, because this girl told her some truths about the prince consort and pointed out that the prince consort was insincere towards her, Princess Yongle drove her out of the princess's mansion in anger. She didn't execute her directly, which was a consideration for the years of master-servant relationship. In this life, she also knew the truth and would not blame her. After knowing about her relationship with Mu Yunxi, Ruo Ling was only shocked. Therefore, she also asked Ruo Ling curiously, "Don't you think that I am violating moral ethics? Don't you have no sense of shame?"

Ruo Ling's answer surprised her. "In my heart, Her Royal Highness is the most beautiful woman in the world. No one is worthy of Her Royal Highness. But if Her Royal Highness likes her, then I think that's good. Miss Mu, although a woman, is as talented as a man. She doesn't flatter the princess, but always considers Her Royal Highness's best interests. She also obeys Her Royal Highness in every way. If Her Royal Highness likes her, you can keep her by your side."

Hearing this, Yongle was deeply moved, so she decided to treat this girl well in the future.

While Yongle was still immersed in his memories, he suddenly heard Ruoling's voice: "Your Highness, your sweetheart is out!"

She came to her senses, looked into the distance, and saw the familiar figure.

Yongle didn't even have time to scold Ruoling. He glanced directly at the palace gate and saw a slender figure slowly emerging from the gate. The corners of her mouth curled up slightly, and a hint of tenderness and love flashed in her eyes. Mu Yunxi saw that her carriage was still there and hurried over. Yongle wanted to get off the carriage to greet her, but Mu Yunxi used her Qinggong skills and quickly reached Yongle's carriage.

Yongle quickly stretched out his hand, wanting to help Mu Yunxi get on the car, but she had already stepped into the car, causing Yongle's hand to stop awkwardly in mid-air.

After getting on the carriage, she looked at Ruo Ling who was standing beside her. Ruo Ling hurriedly explained, "I have tried to persuade His Highness, but he won't leave!"

"Well! You can go out!" Mu Yunxi said lightly, as if she had no emotional fluctuations.

Ruo Ling glanced at Yongle weakly, and when he nodded, she quickly left the carriage. After exiting, she stroked her chest, muttering to herself, "Guardian Mu's aura is even more terrifying than Her Royal Highness's! Like when I was a little girl, the maids would give me tasks, and if I didn't do them well, the look in their eyes was truly terrifying!" She shook her head as she spoke, "No! It's even scarier than that!"

At this time, the guard on horseback looked at her and asked with concern: "Miss Ruoling, what's wrong with you?"

Ruo Ling stuttered, "No...it's okay, I'm just...a little nervous." She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself. Then she glared at the guard, who curled his lips and muttered to himself, "I'm just being nosy, okay?"

At this moment, Yongle ordered: "Return home!"

"Yes!" The guard responded respectfully and drove the carriage slowly towards the princess's mansion.

The ministers who came out from behind looked at Yongle's carriage going farther and farther away, looking at each other, not knowing what to say.

Lin Wenyuan stepped forward and explained to the puzzled crowd, "My Lords, you may not know this, but Princess Yongle and Mr. Mu are good friends. She even attended Mr. Mu's coming-of-age ceremony a while ago!"

Upon hearing this, everyone suddenly realized what was happening, remembering that Princess Yongle had only just returned to the capital the day before. They were so stunned by Mu Yunxi's official appointment that they had forgotten she had arrived in the capital with Princess Yongle. Then, everyone realized that Mu Yunxi had only just turned fifteen, and they were once again shocked.