Rebirth and Revenge: The Imperial Master’s Pampering of Me is Addicting Me

Changing clothes didn't take much time at all. When Mu Qingli returned, the guests in the main hall were still enjoying their meal. Some of them might not even have noticed that she had left for a short while.

But there were also people who had been paying attention to what was happening on her side, and especially when they saw that there was a maid beside her, a smug smile appeared on the corners of their lips.

Mu Qingli went straight back to her seat and continued eating with a smile on her face as if nothing had happened, until a few girls stood up and walked to her, looking down at her condescendingly.

"Miss Mu, you seem to have almost finished eating. I see there's a pavilion over there. Why don't we go sit there and chat?"

"That's right, Miss Mu, you've been away from Jinghua for five years now, and everyone has changed a lot. You and we aren't very familiar with each other anymore, so this is a good opportunity to get to know each other better."

"Miss Mu, I heard that you've been soaking in a medicinal spring outside these years. Is your medicinal spring the same as an ordinary hot spring? What does it feel like to soak in it? I'm quite curious."

"This is your home anyway. Everyone can see you in that pavilion, so you don't have to worry about anything happening in your own home. Let's go over there and chat so we can get to know each other."

Mu Qingli didn't even raise her eyes when she heard a group of people talking to each other, trying to get her to stand up. She knew very well that not all of them had any ill will towards her, and most of them were probably curious and wanted to see the show.

Cheng Qin didn't expect so many girls to come and invite her daughter at once. After hesitating for a moment, she turned her head to look at her daughter and asked softly.

"Ah Li, you're already an adult and can make your own decisions. If you're tired, I'm sure these girls won't make things difficult for you. Mother is also worried that something might happen to you. If it goes on for another five years, Mother won't be able to bear it."

This was too direct, and Fang Jiale felt helpless, but after thinking about it, he didn't stop it. He just helped to polish it.

"After all, Madam Mu has been without her daughter for five years since Ziyue went to seek medical treatment. I'm sure any mother would be a little nervous. The girls should understand, too. Your parents surely love you very much."

Most of the noble ladies who came directly here were daughters of second- and third-rank ministers. The noble ladies of first-rank ministers had already sat in the pavilion, waiting for them to bring people over. In the final analysis, these people were just errand boys.

The wives of the two second-rank ministers both spoke. Some people would not show any opinions on the surface even if they had them in their hearts. No matter how capable the people in Jinghua were, they would always do a good job of pretending.

Hearing that those people were silent, Mu Qingli slowly wiped his lips and looked directly at the two relatives beside him.

"Mother, Aunt Fang, don't worry, nothing will happen in our own home."

Qiu Jin, Qi Lan, Qi Xue and others were waiting in an empty space on one side of the banquet table. They looked at each other and kept their heads down in silence, not saying anything, but hiding the smiles in their eyes.

Even if something really happened, it wouldn't be her daughter who got hurt. There will be a good show to watch later~

Since she had already spoken, Cheng Qin and Fang Jiale naturally couldn't stop her, otherwise it would be like slapping their own child in the face in front of outsiders. The two of them stopped talking and watched quietly as Mu Qingli left with those noble ladies.

Cheng Qin had been traumatized many years ago, and after thinking about it, he was still a little worried, so he raised his hand and motioned Qiu Jin to follow him.

"Qiu Jin, hurry over and keep an eye on her. Remember to protect her."

Qiu Jin smiled and bowed, gave a look to Qilan and Qixue beside her, and hurriedly followed.

Little did he know that someone at the table beside him would glance over from time to time, and frowned slightly when he saw Mu Qingli and those noble ladies leaving.

Gu Luoheng looked over there feeling somewhat worried, and only felt relieved when he saw Qiu Jin following over.

People in Jinghua are too thoughtful, especially the children from official families. After what happened last time, he had a knot in his heart just like Aunt Cheng. Even though he knew that Ali had arranged it on purpose, he was still scared.

He also deliberately got to know the girls around Ali, and found that Qiu Jin was the most calm and reliable, so he felt more at ease with her around.

Who knew that just when he breathed a sigh of relief, someone next to him disliked him and spoke again.

"Speaking of which, after Master Gu finishes his Autumn Imperial Examination, it's time for him to get married. Hasn't the Emperor always valued you the most? My fifth sister has been in love with you for a long time. Who knows, she might even grant you a marriage right after you finish your exams."

Mu Fushu's face didn't look good either. He glanced at his brother beside him silently without saying anything.

The fifth sister that Lu Shaocong mentioned is Concubine Ying's daughter - Lu Yao. Concubine Ying only has this one child and she dotes on her very much. Who would have thought that she would fall in love with this Master Gu after meeting him by chance in the palace.

If it weren't for the rule in Dayan Kingdom that men who marry princesses cannot be among the fifth rank in the court, and if Gu Luoheng was the eldest grandson of this generation of the Gu family and was highly valued, the emperor might really grant him a marriage with the princess.

Even if he didn't want his sister to get married so early, he had to admit that Gu Luoheng was the most outstanding among all the men in Beijing. He didn't expect that a prince would have set his sights on his sister just after a coming-of-age ceremony. This marriage...why not plan it in advance?

Prince An has always been fed up with him and this time he has been making things difficult for him again and again. Even if Gu Luoheng has a good temper, he couldn't help but feel a bit of anger in his eyes this time.

Then he looked towards them, his brows slightly gloomy, looking a bit intimidating.

"Your Highness, are you probably drunk today? You've already said a lot of nonsense. Your Majesty is the Holy Lord! My marriage was arranged by my mother and grandfather. Your Majesty naturally understands this. How could you disturb the marriage arranged by your subjects by granting me a marriage for no reason?

Besides, I've never even met the Fifth Princess, so how could she possibly have feelings for me? If your Highness' words were to get out, it would not only tarnish the Fifth Princess's reputation—I'm afraid Concubine Ying would be furious—but would also hurt Your Majesty's wisdom.

If His Majesty heard this, I wonder if His Highness would be able to withstand his wrath. Your Majesty is kind and considerate of the family. Today, I will pretend that I have not heard His Highness's nonsense. However, Your Highness should think before speaking in the future!"

His words were a bit harsh, and Lu Shaocong's face instantly darkened. He was about to lose his temper when the fifth prince Lu Junli reacted quickly and held his hand, pulling him aside and whispering a few words to him.

Lu Shaocong is not a fool after all, but he has always looked down on "other people's children" like Gu Luoheng. Even though he understands the consequences and dares not say anything, he cannot suppress the anger in his heart.

He looked in a certain direction for a while before reluctantly looking away, snorting coldly and standing up.

"It seems that I am drunk today. In that case, I will take my leave. Master Gu, we will meet again later!"