Chapter 686: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 686: Two Imperial Edicts - Fortune and Misfortune Await (3)
The proclamation eunuch glanced at the kneeling woman with a twitching eye, inwardly thinking it was "strange." With so many valuable rewards and an imperial title granted, even the pampered daughters of noble families would be excited. Yet this woman, with her calm demeanor initially, and now her almost foolish delight, seemed genuine.
Having served in the palace for decades, he had seen all sorts of people, but this was his first encounter with someone so… “interesting”! This might make a good story to tell Liang Gonggong when he returned; perhaps it would earn him further favor.
Though the eunuch found it amusing, he knew the edict had been delivered, and any neglect in receiving it could be considered a grave disrespect to the Emperor. If the small-talking eunuchs spread the word, the Mo family might face consequences.
Seeing the clearly important General Xiao on the ground, the proclamation eunuch remembered Lord Yan's instructions and the additional task ahead. He realized: if Mo Yan's fortunes continued to rise, it would be hard to curry favor later if he missed this opportunity.
With his thoughts racing, the eunuch cleared his throat and quickly leaned closer to the still-beaming Mo Yan, whispering, “County Princess, you should kowtow to express your gratitude!”
“Ah?” Mo Yan looked up, clearly not understanding the unfamiliar and strange title being used for her.
Seeing his daughter’s persistent silly smile, Mo Qingze could hardly bear to watch. He stifled the urge to cover his face, subtly tugged on Mo Yan’s sleeve, and whispered, “Quick, receive the edict!”
The scene was clearly visible to Xiao Ruiyuan, whose stern face softened momentarily. However, thinking about what was to come, his brows furrowed with a hint of worry.
Prompted by her father, Mo Yan realized the edict had been read. Embarrassed by the eunuch’s exasperated look, she quickly knelt and said, “I, Mo Yan, thank the Emperor for his great favor. Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor, long long live!”
As she reached out to take the bright yellow edict, her hands trembled. The edict slipped from her grasp.
“Be careful!” Xiao Ruiyuan, kneeling nearby, swiftly got up and caught the edict. If the edict had fallen, even an accidental slip could be seen as a grave disrespect to the Emperor.
The cool, soothing voice of the man brought Mo Yan back to her senses. Looking at the concern and encouragement in his eyes, she suddenly felt that the edict wasn’t so terrifying after all.
Fortune or misfortune, one cannot escape fate! Whether this edict reflected the Emperor's true intentions or not, it was beyond her control. She had no choice but to accept it.
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