latelenovela Chapter 104 The Prime Minister is actually a woman, and His Majesty the Emperor drools over her.
Chapter 104 The Prime Minister is actually a woman, and His Majesty the Emperor drools over her.
"Cui'er, quickly throw the meat into the pot and cook it for a little while."
Cui'er was completely baffled as to why her mistress would have such a strange idea. She had never seen such a way of eating before. She imitated Mu Wanwan's movements and quickly put the meat down.
"Master, please try some!" Cui'er placed the cooked beef into Mu Wanwan's bowl.
Mu Wanwan picked up a piece of meat, puffed out her cheeks, blew on it a few times, and then put it in her mouth.
She closed her eyes, feeling the tender beef melt in her mouth, the wonderful flavor of the broth making her as happy as a flower.
"Wow, this is so delicious! Cui'er, you should try some too! Don't just stand there, come and eat with us!"
In ancient times, the hierarchy was extremely strict, and servants were not allowed to eat at the same table as their masters. When Mu Wanwan called out, although the servants present were full of curiosity about eating hot pot, they dared not step forward when their master invited them to eat together!
"Come quick! Cui'er, what are you all standing there for!"
Cui'er knelt on the ground with a "plop," "Master, we are servants, we dare not..."
Mu Wanwan is a modern woman who despises these feudal and secular customs of ancient times.
Besides, this is her territory, and nobody can interfere.
"Hurry up, or you'll have to go to the Ministry of Justice to get a beating."
The group looked at each other, but in the end they couldn't resist Mu Wanwan's insistence. Each of them took a bowl and gathered around.
Mu Chenfeng originally wanted to go out for a stroll and get some fresh air, but for some reason, as if he had no will to obey, he walked straight to the front of the Prime Minister's residence.
The door was wide open, and cheerful laughter drifted out, causing Mu Chenfeng to frown.
She had just been confined to her home, yet she was still able to laugh so happily. Mu Chenfeng stepped inside and walked a dozen meters before seeing a group of people gathered in a circle, chatting and laughing, thoroughly enjoying themselves!
"Master, Mu Chenfeng is watching you from not far away."
Piggy's reminder did not deter Mu Wanwan at all; she even boldly reached out and pulled Cui'er into her arms.
"Cui'er, eat more!" He was so heartless as to show concern for Cui'er.
Mu Chenfeng's eyes dimmed instantly, and his heart ached slightly. They had grown up together since childhood, and he had never seen her like this before.
In his presence, she was always proper and respectful. Even if there were disagreements or arguments, she never tried to coax him, let alone show such a happy smile.
Even the emperor himself had never possessed such things, so why should these servants be favored by him?
He clenched his fists, his knuckles cracking, and glared resentfully at the group of people surrounding her.
"Master, the emperor's eyes are like they're going to eat me alive!" The pig was already feeling an inexplicable sense of oppression.
"Who cares? I'm in the open while he's in the shadows. If he's got a temper, he can just come over and I'll just bow to him."
Mu Wanwan's lips curled slightly. She glanced at the man who blended into the darkness, and after a moment, seeing that he did not take another step forward, she looked away and continued to enjoy the wonderful and happy time of cooking hot pot around the stove with everyone.
Mu Chenfeng's sharp, eagle-like eyes were fixed on him, unable to look away. He watched her flit about among the crowd like a happy little bird, getting along well with everyone without any distinction between master and servant.
If I joined in, would she smile at me happily and treat me the same way?
He suddenly shook his head, trying to banish the absurd thoughts from his mind.
She's a man, and the Prime Minister! What am I even thinking?!
However, as the emperor, it shouldn't be wrong for him to smile at me.
Suddenly, two little figures appeared in his mind and started fighting and arguing with each other.
A tiny figure dressed in a yellow robe stood with his hands on his hips, arrogantly expressing his opinion.
"You are the emperor, and you must do whatever you order her to do! She dares not disobey! If all else fails, just drag her out and behead her as a warning to others."
A small figure dressed in casual clothes argued vehemently and stepped forward with his hands on his hips.
"No, no! She is your best friend who grew up with you since childhood. Friendship is more important than the formalities between ruler and subject."
"Go, go and immerse yourself in it, and you'll become one of Prime Minister Mu's friends."
The two little men refused to back down and said in unison, "Don't listen to him."
Mu Chenfeng shook his head. He gently pressed his temples to banish the little figure in his mind. He lingered there for a moment, forcibly suppressing the strange feeling in his heart, before turning and leaving.
During her three-day confinement, Mu Wanwan happily organized the people in the manor to eat, drink, and indulge in pleasure every day, having a wonderful time.
The patrolling guards passed by the mansion gate and heard the cheerful laughter inside, and they were filled with envy.
Some people are even inquiring about how to get a job at the Prime Minister's residence.
After the confinement was lifted, Mu Wanwan continued to attend the morning court session on time every day.
Mu Chenfeng saw her standing respectfully in the front row, head bowed and silent, her face expressionless, a stark contrast to the smiling woman of a few days ago.
Is she still angry?
Even after the stay-at-home order was lifted, why was she still willing to forgive herself?
At will, the eunuch beside him shouted, "Speak if you have something to report, otherwise the court is adjourned."
Mu Chenfeng raised his hand, and the father-in-law bowed and stepped back.
"Prime Minister Mu, do you have anything to report?"
Mu Wanwan's lips curled slightly, but the gesture was fleeting. She then respectfully bowed to the Emperor.
"Your Majesty, I have something to report!"
Mu Chenfeng, his hands concealing a slight excitement, secretly felt smug, knowing he had to give her a way out.
"Say!"
She lowered her head and said in a low voice, "Your Majesty, I have recently caught a cold and have been suffering from unbearable headaches from time to time. I am willing to attend court but lack the strength. I humbly request Your Majesty to grant me a month's leave to recuperate."
Mu Chenfeng abruptly rose from the throne, his eyes deep and dark.
Yesterday they were full of energy, and now they say they've caught a cold? Who would believe that!
Piggy covered her mouth and chuckled, "Master, what if he doesn't agree to your request for leave, which is made in the main hall?"
Mu Wanwan was gambling, gambling that the emperor wouldn't expose her, gambling on the bond they had formed since childhood.
"Oh? Is Minister Mu unwell?"
"Yes!"
Mu Chenfeng walked step by step to Mu Wanwan's side, stood in front of her, and could see her smooth forehead when he looked down.
"Then grant Prime Minister Mu a five-day leave, Eunuch Qian!"
Eunuch Qian quickly trotted forward, ready to receive the emperor's orders.
"The Imperial Medical Academy must cure Prime Minister Mu's cold within five days. If Prime Minister Mu is unable to participate in the hunt, everyone in the Imperial Medical Academy will be killed without mercy."
Mu Chenfeng's voice was chilling and resounding, echoing throughout the hall.
"Retreat!"
Mu Wanwan was still stunned. She could tolerate the fact that 30 days had been reduced to 5 days, but why involve the entire Imperial Hospital?
Ugh! That scoundrel!
After the court session, Mu Chenfeng did not leave immediately, but observed Mu Wanwan from behind the screen in the main hall.
Her little face was a fascinating mix of anger, helplessness, and a bitter smile.
Qian Gonggong didn't dare to breathe loudly behind Mu Chenfeng. He secretly observed his master's expression, thinking that he would definitely be furious.
He rubbed his eyes to make sure he was not seeing things.
The Emperor is actually laughing!