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This sudden scene stunned everyone present, but He Yue reacted quickly. Just when the teacup was about to hit her, she just tilted her head slightly, her movements light and agile, as if she had already anticipated the Queen Mother's actions.

The teacup flew past He Yue's ears with a sharp sound of wind, and then fell straight to the ground not far behind her, making a crisp shattering sound.

Broken porcelain pieces flew everywhere, and some of them even brushed against the corners of He Yue's clothes, but she still stood there, her expression calm, not looking scared at all.

Nanny Chang looked extremely anxious. She quickly rushed to the Empress Dowager, stretched out her hands and gently stroked her heaving chest, calling out anxiously, "Empress Dowager, calm down! Calm down! Please don't get angry and hurt yourself!"

Her face, which was already a little pale due to nervousness, was now even more bloodless, and a layer of fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.

While comforting the empress dowager softly, Nanny Chang signaled with her eyes to the palace maids around her to quickly get some calming tea.

The entire palace was suddenly filled with a tense and oppressive atmosphere.

The Queen Mother narrowed her eyes slightly and took a deep breath, as if trying to calm the turmoil in her heart. After a long while, she slowly spoke, "Humph! You ignorant people, how dare you believe Mu Nanfeng's words so easily? He said it was my orders, but does that mean it was my doing? In the eyes of the world, is Mu Nanfeng really such a kind and benevolent person?"

Although the Queen Mother's voice was not loud, it was full of majesty and anger, as if it could penetrate people's hearts.

She tightly grasped the handkerchief in her hand, and the veins on the back of her hand bulged, obviously she was very angry.

A cold smile suddenly appeared on the Queen Mother's well-maintained face. She opened her lips slightly and snorted coldly, "Humph, I never thought that Mu Nanfeng's ability was so incredible! He can actually deceive those ignorant people in the world into being dizzy and confused. They are all completely devoted to him and even willingly sing his praises and extoll his merits. It's simply ridiculous!"

He Yue was clearly skeptical of the Queen Mother's one-sided story, and calmly asked her, "With all the evidence, are you still going to make up stories?"

Nanny Chang was the first to get angry and said, "How dare you, a lowly person like you, talk nonsense in front of the Queen Mother and challenge the imperial power. Come here..."

The Queen Mother raised her hand and said, "Madame Chang..."

Nanny Chang immediately bowed and said, "Your Majesty, please calm down. I will have someone drag this lowly person away..."

The Queen Mother looked at He Yue and said, "No, send Miss He back to her room and keep a close eye on her. Don't neglect her."

Nanny Chang didn't understand but still ordered the palace maid to come and take He Yue away.

As soon as He Yue left, Nanny Chang couldn't help but ask, "He Yue has no manners at all, why did the Queen Mother let her go?"

The Queen Mother said slowly, "Can't you see that she's the survivor from that village near the mine? This Mu Nanfeng actually deceived even the woman he loved. Today, it seems that this girl is not an ordinary girl. Once she knows what kind of person Mu Nanfeng is, I'm afraid Mu Nanfeng won't need my help anymore."

Nanny Chang immediately complimented, "The Queen Mother is wise. However, since He Yue is a survivor from the village near the mine, she must know something about Mu Nanfeng. Can we learn some secrets about Mu Nanfeng from her?"

A shrewd glint flashed in the Queen Mother's eyes. "Well, that makes sense. Send someone to secretly monitor her, but don't alarm her. Wait until the time is right, and then let her tell the truth."

At the same time, He Yue, who was sent back to the room, was full of doubts.

She didn't understand why the Queen Mother let her go, nor did she know what secrets Mu Nanfeng was hiding.

She decided to find out the truth on her own and seek justice for the dead villagers.

Mu Nanfeng led a huge army and approached Yudu City in a dusty manner.

As they gradually approached this magnificent city, Empress Dowager Pei, for some unknown reason, decisively ordered the withdrawal of the personnel she had stationed in various places.

As they got closer to Yudu City, Mu Nanfeng rode on a tall and mighty warhorse. He had an upright posture and a sharp gaze, revealing a firm and majestic aura.

The army behind him marched in an orderly manner, with flags fluttering, armor flashing with a cold light, and footsteps resounding across the earth like muffled thunder.

Finally, the towering city walls of Yudu City appeared before their eyes, and the huge city gate slowly opened.

Mu Nanfeng took the lead and led the army slowly into the city.

The streets were crowded with onlookers, who looked at this mighty army with curiosity and awe, their eyes full of expectation and hope for the future.

Although the biting cold wind lashed people's cheeks like a sharp whip and was freezing, it did not diminish the enthusiasm and expectations in the hearts of the people.

The streets were packed with people, from white-haired elders to young children.

Whether they were simple civilians or officials at all levels dressed in official uniforms with solemn expressions, they all stood there quietly, looking forward to Mu Nanfeng's return.

Some people kept rubbing their hands, trying to get a little warmth in this way.

Some people stuffed their hands deep into their sleeves, but still couldn't stop their bodies from shivering slightly due to the cold.

However, even so, no one chose to leave. Everyone's eyes were always fixed on the end of the road, as if by waiting so attentively, Mu Nanfeng would appear in front of them faster.

Guo Yulan, who had just arrived in Yudu, was sitting in the courtyard in a daze when she suddenly heard a noise coming from outside.

It turned out that the news that General Mu Nanfeng had won a victory and returned victoriously spread like wildfire throughout the entire Yudu City.

Guo Yulan's heart skipped a beat as she thought of the man who had haunted her and whom she could never let go of—Mu Nanfeng.

So she quickly stood up, grabbed her personal maid Lu He and said, "Lu He, come with me to the street and take a look!"

Seeing her young lady so excited, Lu He quickly responded, "Okay, young lady. But we have to be careful, there are a lot of people outside and they're all watching." With that, the master and servant hurried out the door.

The streets were already crowded with people, and everyone wanted to catch a glimpse of this prince with great military achievements.

Guo Yulan and Lu He took a lot of effort to squeeze into a position slightly closer to the front.

At this time, the sound of horse hooves came from afar, and a group of mighty soldiers were seen slowly approaching, surrounding a tall horse.