Transmigrated Canon Fodder, Please Calm Down! Chapter 461

It is unclear when it started, but both inside and outside the court, everyone began to praise the virtues of Honorable Consort An.

Some even commented that Honorable Consort An’s character was fit to become Empress.

However, these rumors were swiftly suppressed by the An family. They even issued a statement saying they didn’t want to hear such slander that could harm their family’s reputation.

They declared that if anyone was caught spreading these rumors, they would petition the Emperor to have the offender punished.

As expected, no one dared to openly discuss Honorable Consort An’s virtues being suitable for the position of Empress anymore. Instead, people whispered that the An family’s conduct was commendable, with General An being a strict and upright family head. It was no wonder they had raised a daughter with such excellent character as Honorable Consort An.

That summer, the Tianqin Kingdom suffered from a severe flood.

For reasons unknown, Xuanyuan Mo decided to take high-ranking consorts from the palace to experience the lives of the common people.

An Ningxiang even suggested that palace consorts should reduce their expenditures and make a donation to help the disaster victims survive this catastrophe.

This act immediately garnered widespread praise. Many lamented that it was truly a pity that someone like Honorable Consort An was not made Empress.

In contrast, the Imperial Concubine was criticized for being extravagant and indulgent. Though she was renowned for her unparalleled beauty, her morals and virtues were deemed far inferior to those of Honorable Consort An.

Some court officials began to stir, feeling that after all these years of ruling, the Emperor ought to establish an Empress.

Even if he favored the Imperial Concubine, there should still be a proper mistress of the harem, right?

Furthermore, the Emperor, now nearing thirty, still had no offspring. Those who already disliked the Imperial Concubine took this opportunity to submit petitions for her impeachment.

However, Xuanyuan Mo had not yet reviewed these petitions, as he was preparing to take the consorts out to experience the lives of the common people.

“If Guo’er doesn’t want to go, then don’t,” said Xuanyuan Mie with dissatisfaction. He hadn’t expected his younger brother to come up with such a ridiculous scheme to bolster An Ningxiang’s reputation.

Tang Guo set down her book, laughed, and said, “Why wouldn’t I go? It’s an opportunity for them, and for me as well. After all these years, I’ve given An Ningxiang the chance to grow, and now it’s time for results.”

She wrapped her arms around Xuanyuan Mie’s neck. “Ah Mo, it’s time to break the window paper. I don’t want to keep pretending with Xuanyuan Mo anymore—it’s exhausting. Father’s side is almost ready too.”

“I understand.” Xuanyuan Mie embraced her, burying his head in the crook of her neck. “I’ll make sure you’re well-protected on the journey.”

Tang Guo smiled. “Though I’m a bit frail and can’t handle rainy weather, I’m fine otherwise. Don’t forget, I’ve trained in martial arts.”

“Wasn’t that ages ago?” Xuanyuan Mie teased.

When Tang Guo saw he didn’t believe her, she grabbed his wrist, giving it a light twist. The force caught Xuanyuan Mie off guard. “Ah Mie, let’s spar.”

Tang Guo turned and drew a sword she’d hidden earlier, launching an attack.

At first, Xuanyuan Mie held back, worried about injuring her. But as he realized her swordsmanship was incredibly skilled, he grew more serious.

“Mei Lan, bring Ah Mie a sword.”

Mei Lan complied and then tactfully left to guard the door.

The mistress’s whims were growing wilder by the day. Sparring in the bedchamber? Truly an unusual interest.

Half an hour later, with a light sheen of sweat on her face, Tang Guo finally brought the match to a close. Xuanyuan Mie sheathed his sword, stepped forward, and swept the captivating figure into his arms, pressing his lips to hers.

After a long while, he released her.

“Guo’er, why are you so enchanting?”

“Am I enchanting enough to captivate you, Ah Mie?”

“I was captivated the first time I saw you. Ever since then, I’ve been restless, unable to calm down unless I have you in my arms.”

Tang Guo chuckled, tossing her sword aside. “When An Ningxiang becomes Empress, we’ll be free to openly stand by each other’s side. Ah Mie, you’d better be ready for the backlash.”

“As if I’d be afraid. If you, as a woman, don’t fear it, why should I?”

“Fear is useless. You’re already entangled with me. If I go to hell, you’re coming with me.”

“With pleasure.”


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