Quick Wear: The bad girl only wants to flirt with handsome men

Chapter 289 The Queen is so beautiful 18

Gradually returning to her senses, Hua Fangfei learned that on the 23rd of every month, Shangguan Ming, who had already left the palace, would return to the West Palace in the imperial palace for a short stay, apparently to celebrate the Dowager Concubine's birthday.

Hua Fangfei thought, I didn’t expect that the Concubine Dowager and Yu Xue’s birthdays are only one day apart.

Before she knew it, she followed her memory and came to Xingqing Palace, the palace where Concubine Hu lived.

However, just as she arrived at the majestic and solemn palace gate, a melodious and ethereal sound of a beautiful piano, like the sound of nature, drifted over slowly like wisps of light smoke.

The sound of the piano is sometimes clear and pleasant, like pearls falling on a jade plate; sometimes it is gentle and lingering, like a nightingale singing; sometimes it is passionate and surging, like waves crashing on the shore.

Every note seemed to have life, leaping and dancing, weaving into a dreamlike melody that lingered in her ears, making her stop involuntarily and indulge in it.

The song ended, and the lingering sound lingered.

Hua Fangfei couldn't help but applaud, the crisp applause echoing in the silent air. Her beautiful face was filled with an appreciative smile, as charming as a flower in full bloom in spring.

She opened her red lips and spoke softly, "I've long heard that His Royal Highness Prince Cheng's zither playing is superb, divine and beautiful. Today, I'm fortunate enough to hear it in person, and I know the rumors are true. It's truly enchanting!"

Her words were full of sincere praise for Hua Fangfei's piano skills, and her tone could be described as polite.

Time flies, the years are like a shuttle.

Actually, this was the first official meeting between the two since they separated in childhood.

Shangguan Ming gazed at the graceful and elegant woman before him, and a myriad of thoughts welled up in his mind. Thinking back to the delicate, innocent and adorable little baby of the past, he realized that she had now grown into such a charming young lady.

His mood was complex and subtle, with the joy and excitement of reunion, mixed with a bit of loss and melancholy.

I really don’t remember it.

Looking at Hua Fangfei's beautiful face, Shangguan Ming secretly admired her in his heart.

Her skin is as white as snow, her eyebrows and eyes are picturesque, and she exudes charming charm in every frown and smile.

However, in addition to this appreciation, Shangguan Ming felt a sense of indescribable discomfort.

This feeling is like being gently scratched in the heart. Although it is not intense, it always lingers.

He knew that she was no longer the little follower behind him. She now had a new identity, the emperor's brother's concubine.

Now in this palace, her position is supreme.

According to common sense, he should respectfully call her "Emperor's Sister-in-law" based on her status.

However, when the two words were about to come out of his mouth, they seemed to be stuck in his throat. No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't say them out smoothly.

Since there was no one around at the moment, he simply threw aside all the formalities and affectionately called her "Sister Fangfei".

Hua Fangfei's lips curled up slightly, outlining a gentle and charming smile.

Her eyes, clear as autumn water, shone with a gentle light, as beautiful as flowers blooming in spring. Then, following Shangguan Ming's words, she called out sweetly, "Brother."

This call was like a spring breeze blowing through Shangguan Ming's heart, making him feel moved.

Hua Fangfei then turned her gaze to the dignified and noble Concubine Hu standing beside her. She bowed gracefully before softly saying, "May the Queen Dowager be well! I've heard that today is your birthday, and I've come specially to congratulate you. I wish you happiness as vast as the East Sea and a long life as long as the Southern Mountains. May you be blessed with happiness every year. May the Queen Dowager remain youthful and youthful, and enjoy the wealth and happiness of family life."

Concubine Hu knew everything about their childhood, and naturally she also knew that her son's reluctance to marry for many years was not just due to his own weak health.

In fact, there is an inextricable connection between him and the woman in front of him.

And what about Concubine Hu herself?

Her moral bottom line has always been quite low, and her educational philosophy towards Shangguan Ming has always been the same: as long as you like something in your heart, you must rely on yourself and go all out to fight for it.

Since her first marriage did not go as she wished, now that she saw her son was still in love with this girl, she decided to lend him a helping hand.

The imperial concubine smiled faintly and whispered to the respectfully bowing Hua Fei, "Hua Fei, please excuse the formalities! Since we've been fortunate enough to be here today, let me and Ming'er serve as hosts. The palace is filled with numerous rules and a dreary atmosphere. I imagine someone as bright and lively as Hua Fei would find it difficult to adapt for long. It just so happens that Ming'er holds the token to leave the palace. Why don't we take this opportunity to leave together and celebrate? What do you think, Fang Fei?"

As she spoke, the concubine affectionately took Hua Fangfei's hand, her eyes full of anticipation and joy.