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Xia Chichi looked at Yue Hongling with a hint of trepidation.
From what little she knew about Yue Hongling, it was hard to imagine this woman discussing children, let alone agreeing to be a godmother… and to her, no less.
Out of the corner of her eye, she stole a glance at Zhao Changhe, only to find him smiling, as if this were the most natural thing in the world.
“What are you standing there for?” Zhao Changhe beckoned. “Come, let’s take a walk together.”
“You and Chichi rarely get time alone, so I won’t be intruding on your walk. Otherwise, Chichi might think I’m hovering over you two like a giant lantern[1] and accuse me of lacking social awareness.” Yue Hongling smiled casually. “I’ll use my time to study the White Tiger’s texts instead. As for that so-called dual cultivation sharing… if it turns out to be necessary, we can discuss it then. But I doubt it will be. The White Tiger’s texts aren’t particularly profound in today’s world.”
Xia Chichi tilted her head in disbelief.
She actually said that she would be willing to do so if it turned out to be necessary, meaning that she was not outright rejecting the idea.
Seeing the Empress’ exaggerated head tilt and adorable confusion, Yue Hongling could not help but laugh. She winked playfully before drifting away. “Looks like you and I need to deepen our understanding of each other, Your Majesty. It seems we both only see each other through preconceived labels...”
“What does she mean by that?” Xia Chichi stomped her foot. “Is she saying my impression of her as an upright heroine is wrong? That she’s actually a wild one?”
Zhao Changhe chuckled and pulled her hand, leading her further into the garden. “Alright, you’ve been the empress for so long, but you’re still acting like Baoqin.”
Xia Chichi’s eyes narrowed. “...I suspect you’re insulting me.”
Zhao Changhe finally burst into laughter.
She tilted her head at him. “Do you prefer it when I maintain a regal and dignified air? Does that make things more fun for you? Would you rather...
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