Consort of a Thousand Faces - Chapter 300

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Chapter 300

CHAPTER 300 (1): SQUEEZE SOMEONE IN

Old Maidservant Liu pondered over Su Xi-er’s words for a moment before coming to a realisation a few moments later . It’s just that the Empress Dowager has liked Prince Hao for many years . Surely she has to be frustrated now that she’s been forced to bring Pei Anru into the imperial palace? .

However, it was difficult for an old maidservant like her to make a judgement .

"Old Maidservant Liu, you should head back first . No matter what happens tonight, it will not implicate the Palace Side Quarters . " Su Xi-er’s eyes curved into crescents .

Old Maidservant Liu nodded and exited the room, leaving Su Xi-er along in the room as she gazed at the moonlit courtyard .

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While it was extremely quiet at the Palace Side Quarters, it was the exact opposite for the Imperial Garden . Unlike Nanzhao, there weren't any parterres in Beimin’s Imperial Garden, nor was the garden encompassed by a stone wall . There would also be maidservants who came by monthly in order to maintain the garden .

Large red lanterns were hung on every tree; adding onto that was a group of palace maids holding lanterns in their hands . Combined with the bright moon, the atmosphere appeared to be very festive .

All the court official had smiles on their faces . Even the emperor, Situ Lin, had his eyes curved into crescents as he displayed a huge smile . But when he happened to spot his Imperial Uncle sitting on the right, he couldn't help but feel a shiver go down his spine .

Xie Yun, who was seated on Situ Lin's left, noticed his reaction and couldn’t refrain himself from laughing . "Is Your Majesty feeling cold?"

Situ Lin immediately shook his head . "This Emperor isn't cold . Don't worry, Commandery Prince Xie . "

Pei Yaran took a glance at Pei Qianhao, noticing that he was seemingly disinterested in the entire event . She then observed the other people sitting opposite her . Xie Yun was collected and indifferent; Consort Dowager Guo was doused with the smell of temple incense; and Situ Lin was cold and aloof .

Just then, Pei Anru suddenly stretched out a hand to tug at Pei Yaran's sleeves and called out to her .

Pei Anru's soft call attracted the attention of Pei Qianhao . When his gaze fell upon her, Pei Anru’s heart sank as she took in the frosty look in his eyes . So this person before me is Prince Hao . Before I entered the palace, everyone told me that my mission was to close the distance between me and Prince Hao . Mum even held my hand and said that Dad's life is in my hands .

It was a heavy burden, so heavy that Pei Anru felt like she was suffocating . She cautiously glanced at Pei Qianhao and clenched her tiny hands into fists . If I don't curry favour with him, Dad will die! Dad has doted on me since I was young; I don't want him to die!

Stirred by the thought, Pei Anru tugged at Pei Yaran's sleeves again .

Pei Yaran's brows furrowed together as Pei Zheng signalled to her with his eyes .

All of this didn’t escape Xie Yun’s eyes . With a nonchalant gaze, he suddenly asked, "Empress Dowager, this woman standing behind you bears some resemblance to you . "

Taking the bait, Pei Yaran replied, "She is this Empress Dowager's niece, Pei Anru . Here, take a step forward and let everyone take a good look at you . "

Pei Anru acknowledged Pei Yaran’s words as she took a step forward and greeted everyone deferentially . "This official's daughter, Pei Anru, pays her greetings to everyone . "

Situ Lin was just a young child, and was piqued with curiosity when he saw Pei Anru . "You look just a few years older than this Emperor . They said that women from the officials' household can sing and dance well . Since you are Empress Mother's niece, why don't you perform a dance for us?"

Situ Lin's careless words suited Pei Zheng’s wishes perfectly, causing him to immediately concur . "Your Majesty is absolutely right . Anru, perform a dance for us . "

Pei Anru nodded and flashed everyone a sweet smile . Just as she was about to start her dance, an icy voice rang out . "This Prince has already seen an exquisite dance in Nanzhao . Unless you have the courage to say that you can match up to such skill, there would be no meaning to your dance . "