Tearing the Prince's Clothes after Withdrawing Marriage
Chapter 1149 - 1148: Do You Know Why the Empress Dowager Invited You?

Chapter 1149: Chapter 1148: Do You Know Why the Empress Dowager Invited You?

Chu Qianli boarded the carriage at twilight, following the Princess into the palace.

"Where are the Princely Heir and the Commandery Princess?" To her surprise, they did not set off together.

There was only one carriage, and on the carriage, there were only her and the Princess.

The Princess smiled and said, "Those two have already entered the palace early on to pay their respects to the Empress Dowager."

Chu Qianli returned the smile and did not continue to inquire.

The two must have wanted to go to the Empress Dowager earlier to win her favor.

In fact, life within the Imperial Family is not easy for these children.

Only those who are favored can live well; those who are not are bullied.

The carriage traveled along the main street.

During the ride, the Princess and Chu Qianli exchanged only a few words of idle chat.

The Princess was not a talkative person but was neither cold nor indifferent; even when silent, she was warm and gentle.

Regarding Chu Qianli’s past, the Princess did not ask, showing considerable consideration.

Had Chu Qianli not seen her with her own eyes at the State Preceptor’s Lingjiu Hall that day, she would not have thought to trouble such a gentle and beautiful woman.

Why can’t she be as simple as she seems on the surface?

The Prince is straightforward and honest; if the Princess could also be like him, simple and plain, their life would surely be envied for its comfort and warmth.

Lost in thought, she arrived at the palace gate.

"Today, the Empress Dowager is hosting a banquet. We won’t go through Qianwu Gate and will directly enter through Zimei Gate that leads to the Harem. Miss, please don’t mind."

When getting off the carriage and entering the gate, the Princess thoughtfully explained, "This is not disrespect to the guests but for convenience."

High-ranking dignitaries usually enter through Qianwu Gate, but essentially, they are there to see the Emperor.

A banquet hosted by the Empress Dowager, especially at night, is naturally different.

Chu Qianli just nodded and smiled faintly, not taking it to heart.

Fu Ning was walking beside her.

The Princess glanced at Fu Ning and said, laughing, "Lady Fu Ning will need to rest in Qingxin Garden later."

"I understand, the palace has its rules," Chu Qianli said, waving her hand.

After bowing, Fu Ning followed a maid to Qingxin Garden to wait for the banquet to finish before returning with her mistress.

Before leaving, Chu Qianli gave her a meaningful look.

Fu Ning nodded, understanding her intent.

She would certainly remember to avoid conflict with anyone as much as possible.

Endurance is key here in Nanming, which is not their own turf.

After Fu Ning left, Chu Qianli followed the Princess through several corridors and archways into a garden.

Although the palace was beautifully constructed, having seen many before, Chu Qianli did not pay much attention today.

She was rather inexplicably eager to meet the legendary Emperor of Nanming who reportedly had no Harem.

In the Harem, the Empress Dowager reigned supreme because there were simply no consorts in it.

"Why does the Emperor not choose consorts?" Chu Qianli asked softly.

The Princess, hearing this, showed no change in expression, and even her speaking voice did not need to be deliberately lowered.

She smiled and said, "The Emperor has unique tastes, and amongst all the beauties in the world, not one has caught his eye. The Empress Dowager is quite anxious about this but is also helpless."

Chu Qianli looked at her, somewhat surprised.

Seeing this, the Princess couldn’t help but deepen her smile, "Don’t worry, this is not a secret in our Nanming, nor is it any hidden palace history, so there’s no need for taboo."

Chu Qianli silently sighed.

It seems she had been overthinking.

The Princess gave her another look, her gaze somewhat intriguing.

She suddenly lowered her voice and asked softly, "Do you know why the Empress Dowager is so keen on holding banquets, and why she also invited you?"

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