dognovel Chapter 134: Parting is inevitable
Chapter 134: Parting is inevitable
As Xu Ke watched, he couldn't help but think of Chu Musheng who was going to the battle.
I was a little lost in thought for a moment.
The Empress Dowager looked at Xu Keke's expression and understood.
"My little daughter-in-law, you and Sheng'er have only been married for a short time, so it must be hard for you to be separated. If you feel too bored in the palace, come to the palace more often and talk to me."
Xu Ke nodded and shook the Empress Dowager's hand.
Just like with my mother in my previous life.
"I understand. I will come to accompany you more often in the future."
The song is over.
The Empress Dowager sighed:
"These mountains and rivers stretch thousands of miles, and countless soldiers have fought bloody battles for their country."
Xu Ke nodded in sympathy.
"I just hope they can all return safely."
The two discussed the drama for a while, and then the second play went on to be performed.
......
The secret guard camp deep in the palace.
Anxiang was massaging Eunuch Pan's shoulders and back.
Eunuch Pan looked very happy.
"Little girl, you've followed Princess Sheng into the palace several times, but you've never come to visit our family. Why did you think of Master this time?"
Anxiang's hands kept moving, but the smile on her face remained unchanged.
"Master, look at what you said. I have always been thinking of you.
It’s just that the princess stays in the palace for too short a time each time, and I really don’t have time to come.
Look, the princess has gone to watch an opera with the Empress Dowager, and I will come to see you soon."
Eunuch Pan snorted.
"You still have some conscience, girl. Tell me, why did you come to see me this time?"
Anxiang said coquettishly.
"Master, can't I come to your temple if I don't have anything to do? Can't I just come to see you?
However... I do have a small matter that I would like to ask for your help."
Eunuch Pan opened his eyes and glanced at Anxiang sideways.
"Oh? Come to our house and tell us about it."
Anxiang leaned close to Eunuch Pan's ear and whispered:
"Master, I'd like to know if there's anything unusual happening in the palace recently."
Eunuch Pan frowned and looked stern.
"Girl, why are you asking these questions? Is this something a little secret guard like you can find out?"
Anxiang hummed twice.
I stopped massaging him and just sat aside.
He picked up a cup of tea from the table and was about to drink it.
There was a "bang" sound.
The teacup suddenly broke and the whole cup of tea spilled out.
Fortunately, Anxiang dodged quickly and the spray didn't get on me.
Eunuch Pan glared at her.
"What's so confusing to you, little girl? That's our newly brewed tea. If you drink it, you'll become a madman or a fool."
Anxiang was startled and quickly threw away the broken pieces of teacup in her hand.
He ran to the sink to wash his hands before returning to sit next to Eunuch Pan.
"Master, you are too cruel. I will ask around a bit so that I don't have to suffer such a severe punishment!"
Eunuch Pan snorted coldly.
"Who told you to be so unruly and take things without asking? Tell me, why did you come to me?"
Anxiang curled her lips and said aggrievedly.
"Master, please don't be so mean to me. Actually, I want to ask you for a favor."
Eunuch Pan frowned and glanced at her sideways.
"Help? What are you doing?"
Anxiang approached Eunuch Pan and whispered in his ear:
"Master, I would like to ask you to help protect the Empress Dowager."
"Jie Jie Jie."
Eunuch Pan laughed his usual laugh again.
"You are really unnecessary, girl. How come there is no one protecting the Empress Dowager?
But you, why did you suddenly make this request?"
Anxiang hurriedly explained.
“Master, you know that the prince is not in the capital right now, and my princess is worried about the safety of the Empress Dowager.
I came to the palace today to remind the Grand Empress Dowager to be on guard against the Queen Mother.
I think you have great connections in the palace, so helping to protect the Grand Empress Dowager is no problem."
"You are a girl who actually considers your master."
Eunuch Pan pondered for a moment and spoke softly.
"Go back and tell Princess Sheng not to worry about the Grand Empress Dowager. These matters have been arranged before the Prince Regent left the capital."
Anxiang breathed a sigh of relief and secretly praised the Regent for his thoughtful consideration.
Since everything was fine, Anxiang was about to get up and leave, running away.
Eunuch Pan closed his eyes and meditated without saying anything else.
Anxiang took a few steps and turned back.
"Master, what is your newly brewed tea for? Can I have some back?"
"We'll talk about it later. I just made these, and you just ruined a cup."
Subtle fragrance...
Are you sure you didn't break it yourself?
Eunuch Pan didn't even open his eyes, but waved his hand to urge Anxiang to leave quickly so as not to disturb him from practicing the Eyes Closing Mantra.
Anxiang refused to leave and kept asking.
"Master, who are you going to give this tea to?"
Eunuch Pan rolled his eyes and looked at Anxiang as if he was looking at an ungrateful person.
"Why, have you forgotten how your sister died so quickly? The culprit is still lingering in the cold palace. Our family will not give her a chance to turn the tables."
Anxiang was stunned.
After a moment, he knelt down and kowtowed to Eunuch Pan.
"Master, don't worry. I will definitely take care of you until the end of your life."
"Get lost! I'm still alive and well, you're cursing me to death."
Eunuch Pan glared and waved his hand to drive Anxiang away like a fly.
Only after watching Anxiang crawling away did Eunuch Pan reveal a relieved smile.
Talking to oneself in a low voice.
"It's okay if you don't want to be a secret guard. Just live a good life. When I can't walk anymore, I will come to you to take care of me until the end of my life."
......
Xu Ke stayed in the palace with the Empress Dowager for dinner before saying goodbye and leaving.
As night fell, Xu Keke, Nanny Wang, Dingdang, and Anxiang returned home in the palace's carriage.
Soaking in the bathtub filled with flower petals, Xu Keke began to miss Chu Musheng again.
We have been married for a few months. We used to be together every night without noticing it, but now the prince has gone to the northern border.
Xu Keke felt empty inside.
What do you mean a short separation is for a better reunion?
Not at all!
Parting is inevitable.
Just thinking about it!
Dingdang came in and rubbed the lady's back.
"Miss, Anxiang just told me that you don't have to worry about the Empress Dowager. The prince has arranged for people to protect you."
Xu Keke scooped up a handful of water and poured it on his face.
"Well, the prince has always been thorough in his work. Miss, what I am worried about now is the prince's safety. I am not used to him not being around."
Xu Keke sighed and said.
Dingdang smiled softly.
"The young lady and the prince are deeply in love. They miss each other so much after being apart for just one day. When the prince returns, who knows how much they will love each other."
Xu Ke looked at Ding Dang with a reproachful look.
"You're the only one who's good at talking."
Dingdang continued to rub Xu Ke's back.
"Miss, do you think the prince will suffer in the North?"
Xu Ke frowned slightly.
"The conditions in the north are harsh. Your Highness will certainly face many difficulties when you go there. It's not like we enjoy such comforts in the palace."
Dingdang looked at the back of her young lady's head very seriously.
"Miss, I have always wanted to tell you that it is not easy for the prince.
You have so many official business to deal with outside, and when you return home, you still make trouble with him.
I overheard you arguing with the prince earlier.
I don't think the prince has done anything wrong. At most, it can only be said that the prince cares too much about you."
Xu Ke blushed a little because of Dingdang's words.