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The Empress's brows furrowed slightly.

"Yes, there is a bit. For some reason, the lake water smells much stronger today; it makes me feel nauseous and dizzy."

Just as Yin Liuli was about to speak, she heard Cheng Yi scoff lightly and glance at her sideways.

"The Empress Dowager just said that she was too lazy to move, and everyone here heard that."

You just had to use that as an excuse to make it sound so scary; it's practically alarmist!

A hint of disdain flashed across Consort Zhang's beautiful eyes, followed by a subtle, cold laugh.

"I thought something was wrong, but it turns out someone was just making a fuss and creating a mystery."

The Empress may have caught a slight cold this morning, and someone has found an excuse to fawn over her!

Yin Liuli looked at her coldly.

"Even if Her Majesty the Empress catches a cold, the Consort does not advise her to rest, but instead encourages Her Majesty the Empress to go into the lotus pond?"

The vast lotus pond is densely packed and deep, with lotus leaves reaching the sky blocking the misty water vapor from the lake surface. Wouldn't the Empress feel even more dizzy and nauseous if she smelled it?

What if one accidentally falls off the boat? Liuli dares to ask, what are you thinking, Consort?

As soon as she finished speaking, Consort Zhang's face darkened, and she was about to lash out.

"How dare you! What nonsense are you spouting! Her Majesty the Empress is the mother of the nation. Her health is crucial to the fate of our Great Chang Kingdom. I follow Her Majesty's lead without question. How could I not be considerate of her?"

"Am I, Liuli, wrong? Was the Imperial Concubine's frantic urging just now really this considerate of the Empress?"

From the high seat came a soft snort from the old lady of the Duke's family, her eyes, filled with a hint of ambiguity, scrutinizing Consort Zhang.

"Look at what you're wearing today! You know Fengyi doesn't like bright colors, yet you're wearing a bright fuchsia!"

Even the roses on this wall pale in comparison; you are so dazzling!

The old lady's words made no attempt to conceal her reprimand.

Consort Zhang's expression changed drastically, and she hurriedly knelt down to apologize.

"Yes, yes, Your Majesty, I misspoke. Please forgive me! I know that Her Majesty the Empress has a fondness for lotus flowers and leads us to pick lotus flowers every year in hopes of receiving blessings from the Flower Goddess."

Your Majesty also wanted to bring good luck, so I said a few more words.

As for this garment, it was a gift from His Majesty, who, out of consideration for my diligent service, bestowed upon me several bolts of fabric, which is why I dared to wear it.

The old lady of the Duke's household lazily scratched her hair and chuckled softly.

"So it was an imperial reward from His Majesty. Fine, I'll talk to my brother and we'll decide not to give you these things again!"

Wearing this is more eye-catching than flowers! Do you want me to admire the flowers or look at you? You're not in my way at all!

After saying this, he exchanged a glance with the Empress, who smiled knowingly.

When Consort Zhang was reprimanded, many of the other concubines present covered their mouths and chuckled, finding it incredibly satisfying.

His eyes were full of mockery and disdain as he looked at her.

These days, Consort Zhang has been using some tricks to get the Emperor to visit her palace every few days.

The old lady raised her chin at Yin Liuli with an air of dominance.

"Liuli girl, if you have anything else to say, just tell the Empress everything."

"I'll keep watch here for you, and see who dares to say a word!"

These words were directed at Yin Liuli, but they were clearly a warning to Cheng Yi.

Princess Chengyi lowered her eyelids, bit her lip hard, and dared not utter another sound.

No matter how arrogant she was, she wouldn't dare to easily offend her important imperial aunt.

Consort Zhang glared at Yin Liuli secretly, gritting her teeth.

"Thank you, Grandmother!"

Yin Liuli revealed a big smile and looked at the Empress frankly, "Your Majesty, I, Liuli, am not very talented, but I have some knowledge of physiognomy and the art of observing qi."

Today, I noticed a deathly aura lingering between Your Majesty's brows; you would be in danger if you were near water. It was for Your Majesty's safety that I stopped you from boating to pick lotus flowers.

The Empress's expression tightened. "Female Envoy, is this deathly aura... serious?"

"Your Majesty, don't be afraid, it's nothing serious."

Yin Liuli said calmly, "Your Majesty is the mother of the nation and is naturally protected by imperial aura. If you do not touch the lake water today, your deathly aura will dissipate on its own. I can guarantee Your Majesty's safety."

"Your Majesty, the auspicious time for picking lotus flowers and praying for blessings has arrived..."

The chief eunuch in charge of the Imperial Garden rushed over, looking excited, and said...

"I just went to take a look, and the lotus flowers in the pond are blooming exceptionally well this year. They are so beautiful and vibrant, it's breathtaking!"

One of the lotus flowers is a twin lotus, symbolizing that the emperor and empress will be forever united in love, which is very auspicious!

From afar, this servant saw an auspicious sign in the sky; there was even a rainbow hanging above!

It must be the Flower Goddess herself who has come to ward off misfortune and bring blessings, increasing the Empress's fortune and longevity!

The sight of twin lotus blossoms and rainbows made everyone's hearts itch with anticipation, and they couldn't help but whisper among themselves.

"There's only this one chance a year to pray to the Flower Goddess. If we miss the appointed time, won't the Flower Goddess be angry?"

"Every year, Her Majesty the Empress personally presides over the lotus-picking and blessing ceremony. Wouldn't it be a shame to miss this auspicious occasion if we didn't go this year?"

"I'm afraid we've offended the Flower Goddess. What should we do?"

……

Twin lotus flowers have been regarded as auspicious since ancient times, not only symbolizing a harmonious and lasting marriage, but also foreshadowing national peace, prosperity, and good weather, a sign of a flourishing era.

The Empress naturally did not want to miss such a good opportunity to pray for blessings.

She looked troubled and hesitant as she gazed at Yin Liuli.

"this……"

Yin Liuli's eyes were firm.

"Whether Your Majesty believes in me or not is fine. For Your Majesty's well-being, even if Your Majesty were to punish me, I would stop you!"

A hint of satisfaction flashed across the Empress's plump and dignified face. Just as she was about to speak, Gu Jinyan stepped forward and said...

"Grandmother, Liuli once used her Taoist magic to help me solve a mysterious case and even saved me twice!"

Actually, she was being modest. She wasn't just somewhat familiar with Taoist arts; she was an expert!

As he spoke, he bowed and knelt before the Empress, his handsome face filled with solemnity and seriousness.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to risk my life to vouch for her. Please, Your Majesty, you must believe in Liuli!"

The Empress raised her hand and patted his head, a bitter smile playing on her lips.

"I know you're all good children... Fine, fine, I won't go then, but you have to swear oaths here!"

"Yan'er, since the female envoy is so capable, why does she need you to vouch for her?"

Princess Chengyi glared at her son with a look of disappointment and resentment, and said...

"Twin lotus flowers are a rare sight and have a very auspicious meaning. It is a real pity that the Empress Dowager did not personally preside over the blessing ceremony."

"How about I pray for Mother's sake? I will certainly pray to the Flower Goddess to bless Father and Mother so that they may bloom together like twin flowers, forever united in heart, and I pray for peace and prosperity for our Great Chang Kingdom, with favorable weather and abundant harvests!"

After being reprimanded by the old lady of the Duke's household, she became more cautious in her speech.

Something flashed through Gu Jinyan's mind, but before he could speak, Princess Chengyi looked coldly at Yin Liuli and said sarcastically,

"I would like to trouble this female envoy to check on me to see if I am in any danger today, and whether I can pick lotus flowers or touch the water."

If even I cannot go and miss such a wonderful opportunity to pray for blessings, I don't know what I would do.

Yin Liuli glanced at her and said casually,

"Your Highness may go if you wish."

Go if you want, just ask me, haha!