Chapter 794: Startling Heart Mingyu 6
Chapter 794: Startling Heart Mingyu 6
Kangxi quickly walked to Mingyu, gently held her arm, his tone full of concern.
Mingyu raised her eyes and met Kangxi's deep gaze. Her heart was warmed and she said softly, "I feel much better. Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."
She smiled slightly, with a hint of shyness between her eyebrows, just like the peach blossoms blooming in spring, delicate and charming.
Kangxi's gaze fell on Mingyu's slightly pale face, and a trace of heartache surged in his heart.
He held her soft little hand, kneading it gently, and said in a gentle voice: "I heard you cough a few times last night. Do you want to call the imperial physician to take a look?"
Mingyu smiled brightly and charmingly, with her eyebrows and eyes curved like a crescent moon.
She shook her head gently and said softly, "Your Majesty, don't worry. I am fine."
She held Kangxi's hand, and said in a coquettish tone: "I am not so coquettish."
Kangxi was amused by Mingyu's naive tone, and he held Mingyu's hand tighter.
"My Mingyu is naturally the strongest woman in the world." The tenderness in his eyes almost melted Mingyu. In this deep palace, besides Mingyu, who else could make him put aside the majesty of the emperor and show such a gentle look?
Mingyu struggled slightly, and Kangxi realized that he had been holding her hand too tightly. He quickly loosened his grip a little and gently stroked the back of her hand with his fingertips.
Mingyu's hands are small and soft, with distinct joints and fingertips that are light pink, like flower buds about to bloom in spring.
"What's wrong?" Kangxi asked cautiously, with a hint of barely perceptible nervousness in his tone.
He noticed Mingyu's slight struggle, like a frightened deer, which made him feel even more pity for her.
Mingyu lowered her eyes, her long eyelashes casting a faint shadow on her fair face, covering the complex emotions that flashed through her eyes. She bit her lower lip lightly, as if she was hesitating about something.
“Your Majesty.” Mingyu finally spoke, her voice as soft as a mosquito: “Your Majesty… Your Majesty is just…”
She hesitated to speak, which aroused Kangxi's curiosity. He waited patiently, his deep eyes locked on Mingyu's face, trying to see what was in her mind.
"Just what?" Kangxi asked softly, with encouragement in his tone.
Mingyu took a deep breath, as if she had mustered up her courage, raised her head, met Kangxi's gaze, and said, "I am just... worried that the emperor will offend the court officials for me."
Kangxi was stunned for a moment, then he understood Mingyu's thoughts. He felt warm in his heart, this little girl was actually worried about him.
He reached out and stroked Mingyu's soft hair, and said softly, "Silly girl, I am the emperor, and my words are golden. How can I be influenced by those pedantic old ministers?"
"But..." Mingyu wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Kangxi.
"No buts."
Kangxi said firmly: "I like you, so I will give you the best, and no one can stop me."
Mingyu was not used to life in the palace. At home, she was the little daughter doted on by the whole family. She could get whatever she wanted. Even in the Eighth Master's house, no one dared to look at her, let alone blame her. Therefore, she developed an arrogant and domineering personality over a long period of time.
Kangxi's sweet words made Mingyu feel a little flattered. She had been pampered since she was a child, so how could she have heard such straightforward love words?
But on second thought, she recalled the palace secrets she had heard at the Eighth Master's house, the concubines who were favored by the emperor and then quickly fell out of favor, the open and covert struggles, the intrigues and deceptions... She couldn't help feeling uneasy again.
"Your Majesty's words are golden, and I naturally believe them."
Kangxi noticed that she looked strange and asked with concern, "What's wrong? Do you have any concerns?"
Mingyu bit her lip and hesitated for a moment before deciding to speak out her worries: "Your Majesty...I am just worried...The palace has strict rules and regulations. I am afraid that I may not do well and displease the emperor."
Kangxi laughed loudly upon hearing this, and took Mingyu into his arms, ruffling her hair lovingly: "My Mingyu is innocent and naive, just the way I like her. Why should I care about all those red tape?"
Mingyu was a little overwhelmed by his sudden hug. She leaned stiffly in his arms. A faint scent of ambergris lingered around her nose, making her a little dizzy.
"But... the ladies in the palace are all well-educated, gentle and virtuous, and I... I don't know anything..." Mingyu's voice was muffled, with a hint of grievance.
Kangxi chuckled and whispered in her ear: "My Mingyu, you don't need to be like them. I like you because you are innocent and unique."
Mingyu's heart beat faster. She raised her head and looked at Kangxi timidly, with an expectant light in her eyes: "Really? Your Majesty really likes me like this?"
"Mingyu, this is not your usual self..." Kangxi bent down slightly, and his warm breath brushed Mingyu's ears, bringing a tingling sensation.
His slender fingers gently lifted Mingyu's chin, forcing her to look at him. Mingyu's cheeks instantly turned red, like a ripe apple, delicate and tempting.
"Your Majesty..." Mingyu said coquettishly, trying to avoid Kangxi's burning gaze, but he held her firmly in his arms.
Kangxi liked Mingyu even more when he saw her shy appearance.
"There's no need to be so reserved in front of me." Kangxi's low voice was a little hoarse, as if it had a magical power to bewitch people.
Mingyu's heart beat faster and faster. She felt like a butterfly entangled in spider silk, unable to struggle and could only let him do whatever he wanted.
Kangxi's kiss gently fell on Mingyu's forehead, then along the bridge of her nose, all the way down, and finally stopped on her delicate lips.
This kiss was gentle and long, filled with infinite pampering and tenderness.
Mingyu's mind went blank. She had never experienced anything like this before. She just felt soft all over, as if she was about to melt in his arms.
After the kiss, Kangxi reluctantly left Mingyu's lips, looking at her confused eyes, an indescribable sense of satisfaction surged in his heart.
Kangxi coughed lightly to hide the desire in his eyes. His fingertips gently brushed across Mingyu's rosy lips and he said softly, "Mingyu, I... I'm afraid I can't control myself. The scenery in the Imperial Garden is nice. Do you want to go for a walk?"
Mingyu was still immersed in the kiss just now, feeling dizzy. She just felt that everything Kangxi said was right, so she nodded obediently.
Kangxi took Mingyu's hand, interlocked their fingers, and strolled in the imperial garden together.
The Imperial Garden in late autumn is less colorful but more peaceful and tranquil. The fallen leaves cover the paths, making a rustling sound when stepped on, like a melodious autumn love song.
"Mingyu, look, the chrysanthemums over there are in full bloom." Kangxi pointed to a golden field not far away and said with a smile.
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