The Divine Doctor and Adorable Consort: The Demonic Emperor is Too Cunning

Although her words sounded respectful, they didn't reveal any sense of being flattered or excited, making him feel that Fang Qingyou didn't care about Luo Qianmo at all.

It's rare that Fang Qingyou could catch Mo'er's eye, but this little girl is so pretentious.

However, Emperor Mingde quickly suppressed his anger, because he suddenly remembered that Luo Qianmo had just argued with someone because of her, so he must still care about her.

When it comes to young people, let's give them more opportunities and more time.

Therefore, Emperor Mingde shifted the topic to Fang Qingyou's medical skills: "Fang Qingyou, you possess such medical skills at such a young age; it is truly a blessing for my Yunyue Kingdom..."

Upon hearing this, Fang Qingyou breathed a slight sigh of relief. Emperor Mingde had finally stopped bringing up the topic of Luo Qianmo, probably because he believed that she had no intention of having any feelings for Luo Qianmo.

Fang Qingyou was unaware of Emperor Mingde's thoughts at that moment; otherwise, she would definitely have burst into tears.

When Fang Qingyou came out of the Imperial Study, her legs were numb and her neck was very sore. Standing with her head down in front of Emperor Mingde was a very uncomfortable experience.

Emperor Mingde granted Fang Qingyou a visit to the Imperial Garden, a task that fell to Xiao Shunzi.

Fang Qingyou was initially very excited, but her enthusiasm waned considerably after being told that she couldn't go with Yi Lingyun.

Such a beautiful day and scenery, how could it be complete without a handsome man by your side?

Knowing that there were many taboos regarding outsiders entering and leaving the palace, Fang Qingyou didn't make things difficult for Xiao Shunzi. She silently apologized to Yi Lingyun in her heart and then let Xiao Shunzi lead her towards the Imperial Garden.

Unbeknownst to Fang Qingyou, her departure from the Imperial Study and her journey towards the Imperial Garden were discovered by palace servants hidden in various corners. The servants then hurriedly turned and left, eager to relay the news back to their master.

Unbeknownst to Fang Qingyou, after she left the Imperial Study, Emperor Mingde gave Eunuch Luo a meaningful look, and Eunuch Luo, understanding the signal, withdrew...

Along the way, palaces and pavilions stood side by side, and corridors and paths meandered and stretched, all of which were spotless and clean.

Along the way, guards, palace maids, and eunuchs came and went, busy but not noisy, and all matters were handled in an orderly manner.

People would pass by Fang Qingyou from time to time, but they wouldn't give her a second glance. Occasionally, someone who was familiar with Xiao Shunzi would just nod and greet each other.

Fang Qingyou observed all of this and realized that although Emperor Mingde was a cunning old man, he was quite adept at managing the palace and governing the country.

Before long, Fang Qingyou smelled a refreshing fragrance of grass, trees and flowers, and couldn't help but take a deep breath in contentment.

At the same time, Fang Qingyou looked up and saw lush trees, blooming flowers, and colorful flowers in the distance, as well as artificial hills, pavilions, winding streams, and jade bridges—truly a beautiful scene of earthly beauty.

It's summer now, and everywhere else is green, but here it's still as bright as spring.

Compared to the palace walls, halls, red bricks, and green tiles, this place is like another world.

Fang Qingyou couldn't help but ask, "Eunuch Shun, is this the Imperial Garden ahead?"

"Yes, Miss Fang, we're almost there," Xiao Shunzi said with a smile and a nod.

Fang Qingyou's mood brightened. Although the Imperial Garden was man-made, its beauty was indeed pleasing to the eye.

Soon they arrived at the Imperial Garden. Fang Qingyou walked along, admiring the scenery, and was deeply moved.

The Imperial Garden is filled with a wide variety of flowers and plants, including many rare and exotic plants that Fang Qingyou had only ever seen in ancient medical books. As a result, she often felt a strong urge to dig them up and take them away.

Seeing Fang Qingyou's expression, Xiao Shunzi knew that these flowers and plants must be more extraordinary than he had imagined. So he would ask about their names and uses from time to time, and he was always amazed by Fang Qingyou's medical skills with admiration.

Just as Fang Qingyou was drooling over the jade star begonia planted in the very center of the garden, a gentle female voice suddenly reached her ears: "Excuse me, are you Miss Fang Qingyou?"

When Fang Qingyou turned around, she saw a kind-looking middle-aged palace maid standing not far behind her. Judging from her clothes, she should be a stewardess from one of the palaces.

At this moment, Xiao Shunzi, who had come to his senses, immediately knelt down in great alarm: "This servant greets Your Majesty the Empress, may Your Majesty live a thousand years!"

Fang Qingyou was still wondering if this middle-aged palace maid was the empress when she saw a woman not far behind her, dressed in dignified and luxurious clothes, wearing a phoenix hairpin, and with kind eyes.

The woman was accompanied by several palace maids and eunuchs, and they were slowly walking towards this direction.

Realizing the woman's identity, Fang Qingyou immediately bowed and said, "This commoner greets Your Majesty the Empress. May Your Majesty be blessed with peace and happiness."

At this moment, the woman walked over with a kind smile, bent down and helped Fang Qingyou up: "You silly girl, why do you have to do such a big bow? Get up quickly."

This amiable attitude showed no trace of the empress's airs.

Fang Qingyou disliked kneeling, so she naturally went along with it. It seemed that this woman was the legendary Empress Qin.

As Empress Qin helped Fang Qingyou up, she gently said to Xiao Shunzi, "Get up quickly, don't kneel."

Xiao Shunzi quickly expressed his gratitude: "Thank you, Your Majesty the Empress."

"Let me see what kind of girl she is, that she can cure Madam She at such a young age?"

Empress Qin pulled Fang Qingyou along, scrutinizing her closely with a smile on her face the whole time. But once Fang Qingyou saw her expression, she instantly became wary.

Not for any other reason than that she saw through the fakeness of Empress Qin's smile.

She is so familiar with the human body that even though they all look like smiles, some of those smiles are not genuine.

Therefore, no matter how kind Empress Qin's expression was, Fang Qingyou would not believe that she was truly kind.

While Empress Qin was sizing up Fang Qingyou, Fang Qingyou was also subtly sizing up Empress Qin.

Women in the palace are best at scheming and maintaining their appearance.

Empress Qin was a beauty, but not stunningly beautiful. She was probably over forty years old, but her skin was still fair and plump, making her look like she was only in her early thirties. Coupled with her gentle smile, she looked exceptionally kind and virtuous.

"What a clever and intelligent girl." After looking at Fang Qingyou for a long time, Empress Qin finally said this.

Fang Qingyou's lips twitched. Compared to the concubines in the harem who were vying for attention, her appearance was indeed too ordinary. It was hard to believe that Empress Qin could still praise her.

"Your Majesty, are you also here to enjoy the Imperial Garden?" Fang Qingyou asked tactfully. She had never met Empress Qin before, so what did she want with her?

Although it was the first time Empress Qin and she had met, Empress Qin acted as if she were treating her as a junior relative. The key point was that this closeness was feigned, which made her suspicious.