How could someone as well-behaved as Sister Yue possibly be a playboy?

"You, don't you know who I am? How dare you hit me!"

Xiuer looked up, her expression one of shock.

"I know, aren't you this old woman's dog?" Ye Yueyue said calmly.

Jian Youqing nodded in agreement from the side.

"you!"

"How dare you disrespect me and even lay a hand on my maid! This is outrageous! Guards..." Qi Yixin was furious and immediately gave orders to the people beside her.

Where did this crazy woman come from?

What the hell.

She went home and got bitten by a dog. Does anyone know why?

Ye Yueyue was speechless. Facing the layers of eunuchs and palace maids who were attacking her, she drew her sword, ready to play with these people.

She had intended to take Qingbao and her senior brother around quietly, so she didn't have anyone follow them. She only sent a message, but as soon as they arrived, they encountered a stranger who challenged her.

Suddenly, a dignified voice interrupted the farce.

Who is making such a racket here?

Ye Tian had just come out and was about to greet his princess at the gate when he heard a loud commotion coming from the Imperial Garden. He frowned in displeasure.

Normally, it's one thing for these concubines to cause trouble.

Ye Tian was getting impatient with the fact that Yue'er had finally come back, and they were still making such a fuss.

He walked into the Imperial Garden expressionlessly, intending to reprimand these inconsiderate people and, better yet, confine them for a few months to prevent them from disturbing Yue'er.

"His Majesty?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Qi Yixin's eyes lit up with joy, and she immediately changed her expression:

"Waaah... Your Majesty, you've finally come..."

Tears fell from that delicate face, giving her a somewhat tearful appearance.

A beautiful woman shedding tears is extremely pleasing to the eye.

But Ye Tian wasn't in the mood to watch; he was only focused on resolving this farce as quickly as possible.

Ye Tian frowned and asked her, "What happened?"

Qi Yixin was overjoyed and pointed at Ye Yueyue, saying:

"This lowly maidservant, I don't know where she came from, offended me. I asked her which palace she was from, but she wouldn't say. Instead, she attacked and hit my maidservant. Waaah..."

She covered her face with her bare hands, her expression becoming increasingly aggrieved, while inwardly she snorted coldly.

You lowly servant girl, how dare you insult this old woman!

I'll show you what's what today!

Ye Yueyue and Jian Youqing watched in stunned silence, their eyes wide with disbelief.

One second she was all fierce and aggressive, the next she was crying her eyes out, looking so pitiful...

As expected, palace intrigue never lies; it's full of unexpected twists and turns.

So you're playing this game?

Row.

It's just an act, she's such a good actress.

However, in her previous life, she never engaged in female competition; she only pretended to be affectionate towards men.

She has too many fish, sometimes she can't even feed them all, so why would she compete for them? She's overjoyed that someone is sharing the burden.

Ye Tian followed the gaze and spotted the person he had been longing for. His face lit up with joy, but before he could take a step, he heard Consort Xin's voice beside him.

"Your Majesty, you must do me justice!"

He was taken aback, and then remembered what the Imperial Noble Consort had just said.

Ye Tian immediately looked at the girl.

Sure enough, she stood there looking aggrieved, tears welling up in her eyes, about to fall but not quite. She opened her mouth as if to say something but didn't, and finally just pursed her lips.

When she saw him looking over, she turned her head away, looking aggrieved.

Ye Tian's heart was breaking. How much injustice had his princess, whom he had cherished since childhood, suffered?

The person who used to love to act spoiled and would immediately call for their father when wronged, now just stands there without crying or making a fuss.

"Your Majesty... you can hand this wretched maid over to me later. She hit my maid, sob... she's been by my side for over ten years, practically a sister to me. How can I live without her..."

"Then you should go with her."

Ye Tian sneered, not even glancing at Qi Yixin.

"what?"

Qi Yixin was stunned. Before she could understand what Ye Tian meant, she saw him walk towards the lowly maid.

His face was full of aggrieved expression.

Her Majesty, however, spoke with a pained expression.

"Moon, you've been wronged."

?

Qi Yixin was dissatisfied and said angrily, "Your Majesty, it is I who have been wronged!"

"Didn't you hear what I just said? This lowly servant girl is speaking rudely..."

"Guards! Take the Imperial Noble Consort away. I don't want to hear another word from her." Ye Tian's eyes flashed with disgust as he gave the order indifferently.

"Yes."

Immediately, someone came over and pulled Qi Yixin away.

"Woo..."

Qi Yixin's eyes were filled with disbelief. Before she could speak again, the guard beside her quickly covered her mouth to prevent her from saying anything disrespectful.

They disappeared into the imperial garden in no time.

Only four people remained, surrounded by the vibrant colors of blooming flowers.

Suddenly, with a soft thud, a tear fell to the ground.

"Yue'er...! It's all your fault, don't cry." Ye Tian reached out, wanting to step forward but then stopped. He could only say this cautiously.

"Isn't this my home?"

She blinked and asked pitifully.

Jian Youqing frowned, took her hand and walked away, "Yuebao, let's go back to Xuanling Sect."

Yue Du didn't say anything, just followed along.

Oops, I overdid it!

Ye Yueyue twitched her lips, gave her extremely innocent Qingbao a wink, and then stopped.

"Yue'er, I was wrong!" Ye Tian was a little anxious. He immediately strode forward to catch up and said cautiously.

"I don't blame my father, I'm just a little sad."

"I promise that crazy woman will never appear in front of Yue'er again!"

Ye Tian raised his hand, his expression serious.

"Hmph, then we'll see how Father performs." Ye Yueyue wiped away her tears and snorted coldly.

Ye Tian gave a sheepish smile. "Alright, alright, my dear Yue'er, you must be tired from your journey. I'll host a welcome dinner for you. And who are these two...?"

He turned to look at Jian Youqing and Yue Du, a questioning look in his eyes.

Seeing the displeasure on Jian Youqing's face and her unfriendly attitude towards him, Ye Tian was not angry.

He was not offended by the person who had just led Yue'er away; on the contrary, he was quite satisfied.

Yue'er has made some friends; it seems she's doing well at the Xuanling Sect.

Ye Tian had initially worried that something might have happened to get him back, but now he was completely relieved.

He must have been thinking about his elderly father, so he came back to visit.

"Father, these are my senior brothers and sisters!" Ye Yueyue explained.

With his guess confirmed, a look of understanding flashed across Ye Tian's eyes. He nodded slightly and said, "Come with me, and let me do my best to be a good host for you."

"Hmph, that's what you should do!"

"Yes, yes, yes," Ye Tian replied cheerfully.

"Let's go, Senior Brother Yue, Qingbao!"

"Hmm." Yue Du responded lightly, his gaze falling on the girl's face. Seeing that she was no longer looking aggrieved, his brows relaxed.

However, he himself did not realize it.

Ye Tian glanced at him without saying anything, but began to subtly observe Yue Du.

Hmm, she's alright looking.

He could barely stand next to Yue'er, but his character and conduct need to be verified.

Although he seemed quite satisfied, Ye Tian couldn't help but feel displeased.

His princess deserves the best man in the world. Yue'er is still young and should see more of the outside world. She shouldn't be easily deceived by others.

It seems he needs to give them a proper talking-to.

Now that he has gone to the world of cultivation and become a powerful cultivator, he can no longer consider Yue'er's future or influence her marriage.

Ye Tian felt both gratified and somewhat regretful.

Becoming a powerful cultivator is certainly impressive.

But even that won't protect her; she'll have to face the future on her own.

In this secular world, he is heaven.

No one can harm Yue'er as long as he doesn't allow it, but once he leaves this land, he will have no power left.