Accidentally dressed as an empress

In the dim morning light, the soft light falls on the towering palace, giving the ancient building a golden edge.

Yun Se stood on the steps of the palace with a calm expression. The transfer of power was completed. She was ready to go to the temporary palace and never ask about the affairs of the court again.

At this moment, Gu Zezhi hurried over, his figure standing tall in the morning light. "Your Majesty, I heard you were going to the palace. I am willing to accompany you and protect you," Gu Zezhi said firmly, kneeling on one knee.

Yun Se frowned slightly, a hint of hesitation flashed in her eyes, and she said softly: "I'm going to the palace just to get some peace and quiet. You're busy with official duties, so you don't have to come with me."

However, Gu Zezhi was loyal and had no intention of backing down. He kowtowed again and said earnestly, "Your Majesty's safety is of paramount importance. I am really worried. Please let me accompany Your Majesty." That persistent look made Yun Se unable to refuse, and finally he could only nod helplessly.

After arriving at the palace, life became leisurely and comfortable. Yun Se would play chess with Gu Ze every day to pass the time.

In the afternoon, sunlight shone into the house through the carved window lattices. Yunse sat by the window, reading quietly.

When she is in the mood, Yun Se will go to the garden herself, carefully trim the branches and leaves, water and fertilize the flowers, while Gu Zezhi will quietly accompany her.

On this day, the sun was high in the sky, and the scorching sunlight filled the entire palace.

Yunse was taking a nap, and the entire palace was immersed in silence.

Suddenly, the sound of hurried footsteps shattered the silence. A guard hurried over, kneeling nervously at the palace gate, and reported, "A woman with a scarred face has arrived with a refugee. The refugee calls herself Yi Yuan and requests to see you."

"Your Majesty... wuwuwu..." Yi Yuan's voice was hoarse and filled with tears. He staggered over and was about to hug her while crying.

Yun Se looked at the ragged and dusty man in front of him, and was about to avoid him subconsciously, but the moment he saw his face clearly, his eyes widened in shock.

After a moment of hesitation, Yun Se blurted out: "Xiao Yuan?"

Yun Se never imagined that the miserable refugee in front of him was Yi Yuan who had been missing for a long time.

Yun Se raised her hand and gently stroked Yi Yuan's cheek, her voice unconsciously carrying a bit of distress: "Xiao Yuan has suffered, it's okay, it's okay."

At this time, Gu Zezhi, who had been guarding Yun Se's side, frowned slightly, and a complex emotion flashed in his eyes. He quickly returned to his respectful look, quietly stepped aside, and looked at everything calmly.

Yi Yuan clutched Yun Se's hand tightly, as if grasping a lifeline, and sobbed uncontrollably, "Your Majesty, Aunt Fang and I were pursued as soon as we left the palace. We fled all the way and got separated in Baili City. I was almost sold into a brothel, but fortunately, I was saved by a chivalrous woman. We wandered through the open air and finally found the palace."

Yun Se patted his back gently and comforted him, "Don't be afraid, I'm here, no one can hurt you again."

After saying that, he turned to look at Gu Zezhi and said, "Gu Zezhi, take some money and thank that chivalrous woman."

Gu Zezhi accepted the order and withdrew. Yun Se then ordered the guards to prepare hot water, clean clothes and meals. After everything was arranged, Yun Se supported Yi Yuan and slowly walked towards the inner room.

In the inner room, Yun Se gently wiped the dirt off Yi Yuan's face. Yi Yuan looked at the gentle Yun Se in front of him, his heart filled with mixed emotions. "Your Majesty, Aunt Fang may still be in Baili City. Your Majesty, send someone to look for Aunt Fang and the little prince. It's all my fault for being so useless and conspicuous that I was targeted..."

A glimmer of hope flashed in Yunse's eyes. "Okay, don't worry. I'll send someone to look for them in Baili City. Aunt Fang and the child will definitely be fine."