Phi-Fic Chapter 886 Sun Ruoxiang Returns to the Capital!
Chapter 886 Sun Ruoxiang Returns to the Capital!
Since her engagement, Duanmu Qing has rarely gone out. Now that the wedding date is approaching, she naturally dares not leave her room at will.
With the wedding day fast approaching, it would be a lie to say that Duanmu Qing wasn't nervous.
"Princess, I heard that there has been a lot of commotion in the back courtyard these past few days. I don't know what's wrong with Miss Ya. She often smashes things and hits people in the middle of the night."
"Why did she do this? She's just needlessly upset her father and mother."
"She is still young, and this young lady has always been very proud. Now, she naturally feels even more unable to swallow this insult. I'm afraid she will think that this is all your fault. I heard that she hates you to no end in private."
"Let her be. I can't control what others think. But we're family after all, and we all share the surname Duanmu, so we can't let things get too out of hand."
"Princess, you are kind-hearted, but who knows if the other person feels the same way?"
Duanmu Qing waved her hand, indicating that they didn't need to say anything more.
Some things are best kept to yourself; there's really no need to bring them out into the open.
On this day, Sun Ruoxiang brought her child to Beijing.
Mu Xin Nuan had already sent people to meet them at the city gate, and they headed straight for the palace.
Sun Ruoxiang first paid her respects to the Emperor Emeritus and Empress Dowager with her child before being invited to Kunning Palace to speak.
The child and wet nurse were left in Fushou Palace. After all, he was the great-grandson of the retired emperor, so how could they not be close to him?
When Sun Ruoxiang arrived at Kunning Palace, Mu Xinnuan hurriedly got up from her phoenix throne, went down the steps, and personally went to greet her as soon as she entered the hall.
"Greetings to your Majesty."
"Get up quickly!"
Before Sun Ruoxiang could kneel down, Mu Xinnuan helped her up, saying, "You're really something. There's no one else here, why do you need to perform such a grand gesture?"
Sun Ruoxiang felt a stinging sensation in her eyes. She knew that without Mu Xinnuan, she would never have had the chance to return to the capital.
"Good Ruoxiang, stop crying. Come, sit down. I have already sent someone to invite Madam Sun. She will be here soon. If she sees you like this, she will probably cry even harder."
Upon hearing that her mother was mentioned, Sun Ruoxiang immediately understood and wiped away her tears.
Sure enough, Madam Sun arrived shortly afterward.
Upon seeing Sun Ruoxiang, he seemed to forget everything, rushing over to hug her tightly, only able to say one thing: "My child, your mother has missed you so much!"
Seeing such a scene, how could Mu Xin Nuan feel good?
If it weren't for Duanmu Chen being so restless, why would the mother and son be suffering the pain of separation?
Seeing the deep bond between the mother and daughter, Mu Xin Nuan knew they had a lot to say, so she waved her hand, and the palace servants who had prepared tea and snacks withdrew.
Mu Xin Nuan also went outside, supported by Aunt Fang, to get some fresh air.
"Life is unpredictable. Back then, so many noble ladies in the capital envied Sister Ruoxiang for her good fortune in becoming the concubine of His Highness the Great. But what about now? How many people in the capital still remember Sun Ruoxiang? Even if they are mentioned, how many would still think she was lucky?"
"Your Majesty, please don't be sad. If the Emperor sees that you are in a bad mood, he may take his anger out on Madam Sun and her daughter."
Mu Xin Nuan sighed softly and said no more. She looked at the osmanthus flowers in the yard, which were in full bloom and their strong fragrance completely masked the fragrance of other flowers in the yard.
"Aunt Fang, tell me, if I were to suggest that Lady Wang and Lady Sun return to the capital, would the Emperor agree?"
Aunt Fang was startled and looked around. "Your Majesty, you must never mention this again. If you really ask such a question, I'm afraid that if someone with ulterior motives finds out, they will surely accuse you of interfering in state affairs."
Mu Xin Nuan also knew that the world of men's power was more complicated than their so-called feelings.
She could only shake her head and say, "Don't worry, Aunt, I won't say anything more."
“Your Majesty, the fact that Prince An committed such a grave mistake back then, yet was spared his life and is now guaranteed a life of comfort and security, is already a great blessing from the Emperor Emeritus and the Emperor. Consider that Lady Sun is able to return to the capital to visit her mother; she is already blessed beyond measure.”
“You’re right. I was too naive. Even if a villain like Duanmu Chen repents, so what? If Aze hadn’t been on guard, Aze and Ming Wang would probably have fallen victim to his schemes by now. Aze is right. Sometimes, being too kind-hearted won’t do any good; instead, it will only harm more people.”
"Your Majesty understands, that's for the best. Fortunately, Yanzhou is our territory, and they are currently under house arrest in their residences, so they can't cause any trouble."
The sadness in Mu Xin Nuan's eyes never faded.
Ultimately, it all comes down to the issue of power!
"Your Majesty, it's about time. Shall we go in and take a look?"
Mu Xin Nuan nodded, drank another cup of tea, and then returned to Kun Ning Palace.
Madam Sun's face was still wet with tears, but she seemed to have calmed down. As soon as she saw Mu Xin Nuan come in, she knelt down with a thud.
"Thank you, Your Majesty! I am deeply grateful for Your Majesty's great kindness!"
"Madam Sun, please get up quickly, don't make me shed tears too."
Sun Ruoxiang helped her mother up and they talked for a while before Mu Xinnuan said, "I have already discussed this with the Empress Dowager. When Wang Shi returned to the capital last time, she stayed at the residence for a few days. Now that Ruoxiang is back, you should also return to the Sun residence for a few days. However, today is the first day back to the capital, so rest for another day, and then move to the Sun residence for a short stay the day after tomorrow."
"Yes, thank you, ma'am."
Madam Sun was naturally delighted. With her daughter's wedding day fast approaching, this was a respectable gesture for the Sun family.
Even though he was a person who had been demoted, he was still able to return to the capital to visit his relatives, which is enough to show how much the emperor valued the Sun family.
"Your Majesty, the Emperor has returned to Chengqian Palace and is searching everywhere for you. What do you think?"
"Alright, I understand."
Mu Xin Nuan looked at the mother and daughter, "There is no one else here, so you can continue your conversation here. At noon, I will have someone bring lunch over. Madam Sun, you can wait until the palace gates are about to be locked before leaving. Don't worry, no one will disturb you and your daughter here."
"Thank you, ma'am."
Mu Xin Nuan nodded and left. Sun Ruo Xiang looked at her former friend, who was now the most honored woman in Dayong. Naturally, she felt a mix of emotions.
"Xiang'er, my poor child."
“Mother, I don’t feel bitter. Our family lives in the Chang Le Prince’s Mansion. Although we can’t be considered proper masters, I heard that the Empress once instructed that our family’s food, clothing and daily necessities have never been lacking.”