bayedsolid Chapter 105 Murong Yi Treats Lin Qianqian with Different Eyes
Chapter 105 Murong Yi Treats Lin Qianqian with Different Eyes
The Empress Dowager held Murong Qing's hands tightly, her eyes like a warm lake, filled with endless tenderness and deep love. She pouted slightly, feigning anger as she muttered softly, "Qing'er, you little rascal, you've really been heartless all these years! You just left without a word, and haven't even come back to see your mother, hmph!"
Murong Qing's lips curled up slightly, and she gently pursed her lips. She turned her delicate body slightly to the side and snuggled into the Empress Dowager's arms as intimately as she had when she was a child. Her eyes sparkled with playfulness and flattery as she said in a soft, sweet voice, "Mother, I know I was wrong! Please forgive me this time! I swear that I will never leave your side again and will stay with you forever."
The Empress Dowager pretended to be angry and turned her head away. Seeing the Empress Dowager's appearance, Murong Qing couldn't help but feel a little helpless. Her pink lips pouted slightly, and she looked at everyone with a pleading look in her eyes. For a moment, she was at a loss.
Seeing this, the Emperor quickly stepped forward and said gently, "Empress Dowager, Qing'er did not refuse to return to reunite with us. She had secretly returned, but for various reasons, she could not show herself to us." Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager looked at Murong Qing again, and Murong Qing nodded repeatedly like an obedient child.
To her surprise, this only fueled the Empress Dowager's feigned anger. She extended a slender, well-maintained finger and gently tapped Murong Qing's forehead, scolding her reproachfully, "You brat, you even kept your return a secret from me, leaving me to wait and long in this palace, shedding countless tears. Is your heart truly as hard as iron?"
Murong Qing felt caught in the middle after being scolded like this. He could only purse his lips helplessly, scratch his head subconsciously, and then shamelessly snuggle into the Empress Dowager's arms, his face full of a playful smile, and said coquettishly, "Mother, please don't be angry. Your son was just afraid of causing you trouble."
Seeing this, Lin Qianqian moved gracefully to the Empress Dowager's side, a gentle smile on her lips, and said softly, "Mother, please don't upset yourself. The Seventh Princess has returned, which means she knows she was wrong. Please be magnanimous and forgive her! The family is reunited now, which is a great joy. Your magnanimity will surely resolve this small rift. There are many days ahead, and the most important thing is for the family to enjoy each other's happiness."
Murong Yi chimed in, "Mother, it's good that Seventh Sister is back. We've all been hoping you'd be happy."
Murong He then ran over with his short legs, blinked his big, watery eyes, and said in a childish voice, "Grandmother, don't be angry. Seventh Aunt must be trying to give you a big surprise." The little guy's innocent appearance made the Empress Dowager's lips curl up slightly.
Seeing this, everyone gathered around, offering words of comfort and encouragement. The Imperial Garden was filled with laughter and joy, and the tense atmosphere from before had completely dissipated.
The Empress Dowager sighed slowly and helplessly, her gaze drifting to Murong Qing. Her eyes instantly became like a deep, unfathomable pool, gentle yet profound. She spoke softly, "How could your mother be angry with you? It's just that sometimes when I think about this, I really can't understand how you could be so resolute, leaving and not returning for so many years."
Upon hearing this, Murong Qing's cheeks flushed red, a color tinged with guilt and shame. She called out apologetically, "Mother!"
The Empress Dowager sighed softly again, her eyes filled with the wisdom and insight of years, and said meaningfully, "Actually, over these past few years, although I have been in the palace, I have always kept an eye on your every move. Do you think I am such a heartless and ruthless person who doesn't care about my children's affairs? I can see clearly now that you are truly in love with Chen Shuyu, and I can also see that he is a responsible and ambitious man. Given time, he will surely achieve great things and will not let you down."
Upon hearing this, Murong Qing was initially taken aback. She hadn't expected the Empress Dowager to know so much about her relationship with Chen Shuyu and to offer such a comment. Then, an overwhelming wave of emotion washed over her, and her eyes welled up with tears. The grievances she had endured alone for so many years and her unwavering commitment to love seemed to find recognition and solace in this moment.
Her lips trembled slightly, as if she wanted to say something, but the complex emotions choked her throat, and she could only gaze at the Empress Dowager with eyes full of affection and gratitude.
Everyone listened quietly, their faces showing varying degrees of surprise and relief.
At this moment, the Empress Dowager suddenly walked up to Lin Qianqian, her posture elegant, her eyes filled with gratitude and relief, like the shimmering lake water under the warm spring sun. She slightly raised her hand and gently grasped Lin Qianqian's soft hand, her gaze remaining tenderly fixed on Lin Qianqian's face: "Qianqian, I truly don't know how to thank you. Since you entered the Prince's residence, you have managed the entire household in perfect order, which goes without saying. What's even more commendable is your thoughtfulness and understanding. With you by my side, I feel much more at ease. Today, your ability to facilitate Qing'er's return to the palace is also invaluable. You are like a clear spring in this palace, bringing a different kind of warmth and harmony to the royal family. I truly like you more and more as my daughter-in-law."
Murong Yi stood quietly to the side, and upon hearing the Empress Dowager's praise of Lin Qianqian, a flash of inspiration seemed to strike her, and she suddenly realized many things she had never noticed before.
He didn't speak, but a different kind of light quietly appeared in his deep eyes, like the dawn light piercing through the clouds at daybreak, carrying a trace of novelty and exploration, and also a trace of gentleness that was not easily noticed.
The corners of his mouth turned up slightly, the curve resembling a crescent moon in the night sky. Though subtle, it was enough to reveal the turmoil and excitement in his heart at that moment, as if he had inadvertently come to know the gentle and intelligent woman before him anew.
Su Wan'er's gaze was like that of a sharp hawk, instantly catching Murong Yi's eyes staring straight at Lin Qianqian. Coupled with the Empress Dowager's undisguised fondness for Lin Qianqian, Su Wan'er's heart was suddenly like a boulder hitting a calm lake, causing turbulent waves. A strong sense of crisis spread wildly in her heart like vines.
Her eyes widened involuntarily, fixed on Lin Qianqian, a burning flame of jealousy raging within them, as if to devour the person before her. Her jaw clenched, her pearly teeth sinking deep into her lower lip, her delicate face contorted slightly with rage. Her hands clenched silently within her sleeves, her knuckles turning white, her nails digging deep into her palms, yet she felt no pain, her heart filled only with the agonizing jealousy and fury.