The Poisonous Consort, the Regent's Beloved

When Biluo woke me up early in the morning, it was just getting light.

The air after the rain was filled with a damp smell, the earthy scent of soil wafted through the air, and a gentle breeze brought a chill.

"Miss, please close the window quickly."

As soon as Biluo entered, she saw Su Fuying standing in front of the window, dressed in thin clothes and lost in thought.

It was almost mid-August, and autumn had already begun. The weather was getting colder, so Biluo quickly stepped forward and draped the coat over the young lady.

Su Fuying watched the busy little girl with a smile in her eyes. Unbeknownst to her, the little girl had become the housekeeper.

She nags me every day, and I've actually gotten used to it.

"Stop daydreaming, miss, come and get ready."

Seeing that Su Fuying was still standing there, Biluo felt a little anxious. Today she was supposed to go to the Ren residence to attend Miss Ren's birthday banquet, but Miss Ren was still dawdling.

After they finished getting ready, it was already broad daylight. When they arrived at the gate of the mansion, they were somewhat surprised to see two carriages parked there.

"Princess, let's go together."

The carriage curtain was lifted, revealing Ji Zhiyun's bright smiling face as she excitedly greeted Su Fuying.

A person slowly stepped out of the carriage behind, a familiar Barbie pink figure; one didn't need to look to know who it was.

"Sister, would you like to come with me?"

I haven't seen Su Wan'er for a long time, and I wonder if her father has woken up yet.

"No."

Su Fuying coldly refused and went straight to Ji Zhiyun's carriage.

Ji Zhiyun looked smug, never expecting that Su Fuying would actually be willing to go with her.

The two sat in the carriage. Su Fuying squinted her eyes slightly and leaned against the carriage wall with a relaxed expression, as if she was resting with her eyes closed.

Ji Zhiyun, however, chattered incessantly beside her like a little sparrow, telling her all sorts of gossip she had heard over the past few days.

"How old is the Regent this year?" Su Fuying suddenly asked, her voice as calm as a still lake.

Ji Zhiyun's words came to an abrupt halt. She stared wide-eyed at Su Fuying in surprise, repeating, "How old is the Regent this year? What is his age?" Then, as if remembering something, she hurriedly lifted the curtain, cautiously peering outside to make sure no one was nearby. Only then did she lower her voice, quietly leaning close to Su Fuying's ear, and whisper, "The Regent is only twenty years old this year. Why would he ask such a question?"

Su Fuying, who had been feigning sleep, suddenly opened her eyes, a hint of doubt and curiosity flashing in them. "Twenty years old? You're twenty?" Her voice unconsciously rose a little, tinged with surprise.

Startled, Ji Zhiyun quickly covered Su Fuying's mouth and said anxiously in a low voice, "Keep your voice down, don't let anyone hear! Criticizing the Regent is a serious crime!" Her eyes were filled with fear, as if warning Su Fuying not to take any risks.

Seeing Ji Zhiyun's nervous expression, Su Fuying couldn't help but laugh. She gently slapped Ji Zhiyun's hand away and teased, "Is he really that scary?" Her smile revealed a dismissive attitude.

Ji Zhiyun frowned and replied seriously, "Yes, you mustn't take this lightly! None of those who gossip about the Regent in private can escape punishment. So let's be careful." Her tone was full of awe, clearly showing her great fear of the Regent's authority.

"Lu Yanxiu?"

Upon hearing the name Su Fuying utter, Ji Zhiyun searched her memory but couldn't recall it. "Who is he?"

Su Fuying's eyes flickered. Yes, how could he possibly use his own name?

"Then tell me what the Regent's name is."

Ji Zhiyun was even more shocked. "You don't even know his name?"

Su Fuying asked in confusion, "Is that so strange? You all call him the Regent, how am I supposed to know his name?"

Ji Zhiyun said with some helplessness, "I dare not call the Regent by his given name."

"Tell me quietly, no one will hear you."

Su Fuying was a little curious about Lu Yanxiu's real name.

Ji Zhiyun was somewhat embarrassed, but she couldn't go against Su Fuying's wishes. In the end, she dipped her finger in tea and wrote three characters on the small tea table.

"Xiao Yuheng".

Su Fuying unconsciously uttered the name aloud; it was a pretty good name.

"Oh, my dear aunt, please, keep your voice down."

Ji Zhiyun looked terrified and pounced like a startled rabbit to cover Su Fuying's mouth. Su Fuying quickly reached out and blocked her, saying, "Okay, okay, I know, I won't say it again."

"Calling someone by their name is a capital offense, and it must never be overheard. Fortunately, the Regent is not in the capital right now."

Ji Zhiyun patted her chest with lingering fear and let out a long sigh of relief. It was clear that she felt genuine fear and awe towards the regent.

When will the Regent return?

Su Fuying is now 99% certain; she only needs to confirm the last point: once he returns, she will be able to verify whether her guess is correct.

"It would be impossible to complete the bandit suppression in less than a few months, but the Regent is a brilliant military strategist, and we estimate that he will be able to return in triumph in about half a month."

Ji Zhiyun's tone carried a hint of admiration, after all, this regent was the God of War of the Great Chu, invincible and unconquerable.

She herself practiced martial arts and always longed to fight on the battlefield like a man, killing enemies for her country.

Unfortunately, she was just a woman and could not fight on the battlefield.

"So much earlier?"

Su Fuying was somewhat suspicious. Others took several months, but he only took half a month.

It's only been four or five days, it seems we'll have to wait a while longer.

At this point, Ji Zhiyun became interested and sat up straight, ready to begin her lecture.

"Miss, here we are."

The coachman's voice from outside interrupted Ji Zhiyun's eagerness, and the carriage gradually became steady.

Ji Zhiyun seemed a little unsatisfied, "I'll tell you more slowly when we go inside."

"it is good."

After getting off the carriage, I saw a magnificent mansion, but it was still far inferior to the Regent's Palace.

The two walked in one after the other, and many noble ladies had already entered.

Upon seeing someone approaching, they all naturally turned to look at the newcomer.

The previously noisy front hall suddenly fell silent, and everyone's eyes were fixed on that purple figure.

The girl's cloak had been removed, revealing a purple silk dress with intricate and beautiful patterns that accentuated her slender figure.

She slightly raised her chin, looking straight ahead, her eyes carrying a hint of coldness.

It was as if no one here could catch her eye. Her skin was so fair it was almost translucent, which only made her features appear even more delicate.

She had delicate eyebrows and pearly teeth, but what was most captivating were her long, narrow eyes with a slight upturn at the corners, which added an extra touch of charm.

Cold yet alluring, subtle yet intense, as if the breeze around her carried an added hint of ambiguous fragrance with her arrival.

"A fox in the making."

As everyone was completely absorbed in the moment, someone in the crowd suddenly muttered a curse under their breath.

Su Fuying glanced over and saw a woman in a pale yellow dress staring at her with resentment.

"Biro".

The woman's eyes were sharp, and her voice was like the wind in the dead of winter, making the person who had just spoken feel a little scared.

However, considering that her father was a high-ranking official, on par with Su Chengde, she figured he wouldn't dare to do anything to her.