Chapter 374 - Consort Yu Heads to the Banquet and Causes More Trouble (1/2)

Many people came to the wedding of King Ning’s since it was important to the Empress Dowager.

Even though the Empress Dowager and the Empress did not turn up personally, they sent Consort Yu over with their gifts.

Mo Xuetong had come early and had intended to just hang around for a while before leaving. After all, she could use Feng Yuran’s injury and her having to care for him as an excuse to leave. Someone would let her know what kind of trouble happened in King Ning’s Manor in the end. She really did not wish to be involved in it lest someone grow suspicious. It was difficult for her to be active outside since Feng Yuran was still “injured”.

Yet, she did not manage to leave just because she wanted to!

Mo Xuetong had not reached the entrance before someone yelled shrilly, “Consort Yu is here!”

Consort Yu’s arrival represented the palace’s arrival. No one would be able to leave before Consort Yu did! Consort Yu had arrived at a very coincidental timing, just when Mo Xuetong was about to leave.

“My Lady, should I send word to get His Highness to pick you up?” Mo Ye asked uneasily as she realized that something was up.

She was aware of the turbulent relations.h.i.+p between Consort Yu and the Mo Manor, and she also knew that Consort Yu had ill intentions towards Mo Xuetong. Consort Yu was sent to the Cold Palace in the past because of the Mo Manor. She might make things difficult for Mo Xuetong when she saw her later.

“It’s alright. His Highness is hurt, let him have more rest!” Mo Xuetong said lightly. Since someone did not want her to leave, she would not. She would not only be impolite if she left now, but it would also make her look guilty. Consort Yu would not do anything overboard in front of so many people here. No matter what had happened, Mo Xuetong was King Xuan’s Consort and was once Princess Anping. Her rank was higher than Consort Yu’s.

The procession had already entered. Consort Yu sat on the palanquin. She had used an uncovered palanquin. d.u.c.h.ess Ding’s expression changed slightly. She looked at Consort Yu with unfriendly eyes. The palanquin was meant specifically for the Empress. Even though Consort Yu used an uncovered palanquin, the significance behind it was distasteful.

No matter what, the Empress was from the Ding General Manor. Consort Yu was behaving too flamboyantly by using the Empress’ palanquin, especially with this procession.

The procession stopped and Consort Yu appeared at the entrance, holding a palace maid’s hand. She was dressed in a blue dress and her hair was held up to the side with a pin. Pearls draped down the pin and hung in front of her face, adding to her charms. It even gave off a sense of licentiousness. If not for the obvious rise of her stomach, it was difficult for one to believe that the woman was pregnant.

Consort Yu moved carefully and slowly with the help of the palace maid, not daring to be the slightest bit clumsy.

The young ladies and madam had all dressed in bright colors for King Ning’s wedding. However, compared to Consort Yu, Consort Yu seemed more charming and beautiful. She was indeed the favored consort of the Emperor. She was still beautiful and charming under such circ.u.mstances.

“Welcome, My Lady!” No matter how unwilling d.u.c.h.ess Ding was, she still went up to greet the consort with a smile. She curtsied deeply. Consort Yu now represented the palace and no one was her match.

“It has been hard on you, d.u.c.h.ess Ding. I am only here on taking a look on behalf of the Empress Dowager. King Ning’s wedding banquet is indeed bustling and I’ve managed to catch it.” Consort Yu enjoyed the gazes of everyone upon her. Her eyes roved over the many faces and she smiled lightly.

Consort Yu seemed calm but Mo Xuetong could still feel the consort’s gaze settling on her face for slightly longer than the others. The other person who enjoyed this treatment was King Ning, Feng Yuzhen!

Mo Xuetong could understand why Consort Yu’s gaze was on her for slightly longer. Consort Yu had never liked her and it was normal for her to take a longer look at Mo Xuetong. But what about King Ning? Consort Yu visited the Empress Dowager’s Cining Palace often and was familiar with King Ning. She would like King Ning, even if it was just because of the Empress Dowager.

Was this also a reason for her to take a longer look at King Ning?

Mo Xuetong did not think so!

But why did Mo Xuetong feel that the smile on the consort’s face when she looked at King Ning was different from the cold smirk she had when she looked at Mo Xuetong? The Emperor’s favored consort had a small, gentle smile on her face when she looked at the Emperor’s nephew. Mo Xuetong had a sudden epiphany. She lowered her head slightly and avoided Consort Yu’s glance when she looked over again.

“Your Highness, you are too kind. Please!” d.u.c.h.ess Ding smiled and extended her arm to welcome her guest. King Ning went to the front courtyard. He would receive the male guests there.

He turned around to say something to d.u.c.h.ess Ding, who nodded with a smile. King Ning bowed deeply and politely to Duke Ding. Then, he looked up and saw Consort Yu’s smile and bright eyes. The two looked at each other. Consort Yu smiled gently while Feng Yuzhen’s lips tugged upwards slightly. He smiled politely and turned around, flicking his wide sleeves.

It was a very normal scene. However, Mo Xuetong felt that the two were very close to each other.

An understanding pa.s.sed through both of them with a single glance. This was something that could not be cultivated in a short period of time!

“Consort Xuan, long time no see. The Empress Dowager asked about you not long ago. Shall we visit the Empress Dowager together? She wants to know how King Xuan’s injuries are.” Consort Yu approached Mo Xuetong, holding on to the palace maid’s hand. She pushed the palace maid away and reached out to hold Mo Xuetong’s hand in a friendly manner.

“Consort Yu, you are too kind. Please greet the Empress Dowager on my behalf. I do not have time to go and chat with her right now. When His Highness is completely healed, we will go and kowtow to the Empress Dowager together.” Mo Xuetong smiled gently. Her lively eyes flickered as she answered Consort Yu.

News out there was that Feng Yuran’s injuries were very serious. As his consort, it would not be justified if Mo Xuetong had the time to go out and walk around leisurely.

“Oh, then forget it. The Empress Dowager has been missing King Xuan recently. If the Emperor had not stopped her, the Empress Dowager would have visited King Xuan personally. How did he hurt his leg? He is so young but managed to do something like that.” Consort Yu smiled and held Mo Xuetong’s hand as they walked into the building. She seemed friendly as they spoke in detail.

However, she suddenly shook and seemed to collapse before she could finish her sentence. She leaned slightly into Mo Xuetong and panted. Her face was a little pale.