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Chapter 445: Opening a Shop

Tears immediately welled up in Liuli's eyes, making her look pitiful.

Upon seeing Liuli like this, the Emperor felt a pang of heartache and immediately embraced her, gently comforting her.

"Alright, I have already punished you for this matter, so let's consider it over. But you must not be so careless in your actions in the future."

Despite saying that, the Emperor still felt uneasy and didn't believe Liuli's words at all. The heartache he could see at a glance was just a result of the examination.

Liuli nodded repeatedly: "Your Majesty, I understand. I will certainly remember Your Majesty's words."

The Emperor held her in his arms and suddenly remembered the rumors circulating in the palace that she had gone mad. He was also worried that she might really be mad and whether it would affect the baby in her womb.

"My beloved concubine, I heard that you suddenly shouted in the palace. Why was that? And why is there such a big difference between what you said before and after?"

The Emperor looked at Liuli very seriously, wanting to hear her explanation.

Liuli stepped out of the Emperor's embrace, bowed slightly, and explained in a soft voice, "Your Majesty, after Your Majesty locked me up..."

I was terrified, so I tried to get out, but I couldn't. And it was so dark inside that I was even more frightened, which is why I screamed.

Actually, I didn't understand why Your Majesty had imprisoned me before, but now I understand. Your Majesty was protecting me. I was foolish before.

"Your Majesty, from now on I will protect you and will never let you be in danger again."

The Emperor looked up at Liuli, whose eyes were bright as she gazed at him, and a slight smile played on his lips. He still had some doubts about what she was saying.

So he simply nodded, held her in his arms, and all he cared about now was the baby in her belly; he didn't care about anything else.

Originally, Liuli thought that she had regained the emperor's favor and that she should go to the evil concubine to seek justice.

But to her surprise, the emperor's next words completely shattered her plans.

"Alright, I still have state affairs to attend to. You should go to the Cold Palace first. I will have someone find someone to bring you here when I have time."

The Emperor released Liuli and said expressionlessly.

Liuli could hardly believe what the Emperor was saying. She opened her eyes wide and asked incredulously, "Your Majesty, what did you say? The Cold Palace? Why should I go to the Cold Palace?"

"If you don't go to the Cold Palace, where else can you go? Didn't you find the palace you lived in before too dark and too noisy? I've found you a quiet place."

"Isn't it great? It's perfect for your pregnancy, and no one will bother you. It's the best place for you."

The Emperor looked at Liuli, his face expressionless, exuding an imposing aura without anger.

Liuli trembled slightly, realizing that she had just been assuming things; the Emperor had never intended to restore her favor.

Even when she sees herself, it should be for the sake of the child in her womb, not because of her.

"Your Majesty, I thank you for thinking of me. I will go to the Cold Palace now," Liuli said to the Emperor with an impeccable smile.

The Emperor said, "Don't worry, no matter what, you are carrying the Emperor's child. I will send people to take care of you, just like you would in the palace. Don't worry."

"How could they be the same?" Liuli thought to herself.

Entering the Cold Palace is a way of telling everyone that she has fallen out of favor and is even worse off than before she became pregnant. That wicked concubine will definitely mock her even more.

Although she was unwilling, it was the emperor's order, and even if she didn't want to, she could only obey the emperor and go to the cold palace.

The Emperor ordered Liuli to be taken away, while he sat on the edge of the bed with a cold smile on his lips, lost in thought.

The news of Liuli being sent to the Cold Palace quickly spread throughout the entire palace. Many people had heard that she was pregnant and were worried that she would regain favor.

Unexpectedly, before they could even do anything, she was banished to the Cold Palace by the Emperor. It was truly gratifying!

The only one truly relieved was the palace maid beside the demon concubine. Upon hearing the news, she breathed a huge sigh of relief, fearing that Liuli would regain favor.

Seeing her like this, the concubine couldn't help but laugh and ask, "Is there any need to worry so much? It's just about regaining favor, nothing serious."

"Your Highness, of course I'm worried. That Consort Jieyu is known for her vengeful nature. If she really regains favor, the first person she'll come looking for will definitely be Your Highness."

It was a servant girl who hit her back then, and servant girls are naturally not afraid, but what if she were to harm the Empress? Fortunately, the Emperor sent her to the Cold Palace.

It seems the Emperor isn't that worried about her or that fond of her. If I'd known it would end like this, I would have been better off staying in the palace. The situation is worse than before.

The palace maid helped the wicked concubine walk slowly, her face full of sarcasm.

The wicked concubine sneered, "The Emperor's relationship with her is nothing more than a facade. He was poisoned by Wang Jianjun, whom she recommended, and she claims to be unaware of it."

Did she really not know? Even if she did, who would believe that? Now everyone can see that Wang Jianjun is one of her people.

Even though she's pregnant now, the Emperor still harbors resentment towards her, so she has a long way to go if she wants to regain his favor.

Song Miqiu was unaware of the treacherous affairs within the palace. Bored at home, she decided to open a shop to make money, and even discussed it with Qiu Tianlei and Tian Yumei.

"Mother, if you're planning to open a shop, what about your position at the Imperial Hospital? Are you not going to quit?"

Qiu Tianlei had no objection to Song Miqiu's suggestion to open a shop; his only concern was what was happening in the palace.

Song Miqiu nodded: "I really don't plan to do it anymore. Working in the palace, you could lose your head with the slightest mistake. Your mother values ​​her life more."

What do you guys think about the shop I just mentioned? If it's feasible, I'd like to go look at some potential locations.

"Mother, you can decide this yourself. You don't need to ask us," Qiu Tianlei said anxiously.

Song Miqiu glanced at Qiu Tianlei, then turned her gaze to Tian Yumei and asked softly, "Yumei, what are you thinking? Just say what you have to say."

If you think this store shouldn't be open, then I won't open it.

Upon hearing Song Miqiu's words, Qiu Tianlei turned his gaze to Tian Yumei, glaring at her fiercely, as if afraid that she would displease his mother.

Although Tian Yumei sensed Qiu Tianlei's gaze, she didn't turn her head to look at him, keeping a smile on her face as she looked at Song Miqiu.

"Mother, your daughter-in-law has no objections. You can decide what to do. You are more knowledgeable and capable than your daughter-in-law. You should make all the decisions."

Song Miqiu actually really wanted to open a shop, but since they were family, she naturally had to ask for their opinions. Since they had no objections, she felt relieved.

"Alright, since you have no objections, I'll go check out the shop tomorrow and open it as soon as possible."