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Chapter 49: Third Princess and Empress’s Turbulent Scene (Middle)

“Hmm? You said someone wants to ask me about romance?”

Chu Qingyue’s voice, carrying an endless imperial aura, was heard, instantly making the Great Elder tremble with fear.

A hundred years ago, Empress had written “Dao Companion Theory” and had explicitly expressed her disdain for romance.

The Grand Elder felt a chill run down his spine as he thought about discussing such matters in front of Empress.

“Empress, I’m just conveying the message. The Third Princess of the Imperial Court is still young and has just begun to understand love, so it’s somewhat understandable. I’ll go and teach her a lesson, and she’ll leave immediately.”

The Grand Elder bowed deeply, showing extreme humility.

“It’s fine, let her in.”

The Great Elder was momentarily stunned, as he had not expected Empress to agree so readily.

“Empress, please wait for a moment. I’ll bring Shu Xiangdie here immediately.”

After saying this, the Grand Elder hastily left the Heavenly Cloud Palace.

Once he was gone, Chu Qingyue stretched out her slender, jade-like hand and grasped something in the hall.

Instantly, a white mist filled the large hall.

“Sigh, it’s been ten days already.”

In the empty hall, Chu Qingyue’s melancholic voice echoed.

Nie Chen had been gone for ten days, and although the past ten days had seemed fleeting to her, these ten days without Nie Chen had felt like an eternity.

The reason she had summoned Shu Xiangdie was that she indeed wanted to discuss romance.

As Empress, even though she had some thoughts in her heart that she had been suppressing for a long time, Chu Qingyue couldn’t openly discuss such matters with others.

However, if she were to do so as a mentor, it might be worth a try.

Before long, Shu Xiangdie entered the large hall.

The hall was filled with a white mist that was slightly cool, yet seemed to carry a hint of a gentle, soothing melody.

Although she couldn’t see Empress Qingyue through the mist, Shu Xiangdie could vaguely make out her elegant, captivating silhouette.

In this calm and peaceful environment, Shu Xiangdie’s previously restless heart suddenly felt much more at ease.

She was slightly surprised and even more amazed by this sudden change.

‘In this world, there’s probably no one more perfect and flawless than Empress Qingyue.’

Shu Xiangdie couldn’t help but feel a sense of admiration.

Empress Qingyue was powerful and beautiful.

With a mere lift of her finger, she could move mountains and destroy seas, and her mental state was as solid as gold, never to be swayed by emotions.

Compared to Empress Qingyue, Shu Xiangdie felt that her own emotional turmoil was laughable.

Even someone as handsome and charming as Nie Chen would probably not be worthy of a second glance from Empress Qingyue.

Although her emotions had calmed down slightly, Shu Xiangdie felt even more inferior.

“What brings you to see me?”

Just then, a dignified, cool voice was heard, making one feel a sense of reverence.

Shu Xiangdie hesitated slightly.

She knew that if she mentioned romance, Empress would probably find it laughable, but she still decided to speak up:

“I’ve come to ask Empress about romance.”

“Oh? Tell me more.”

Hearing this, Shu Xiangdie was taken aback.

She hadn’t expected Empress to respond in such a way, and Empress’s voice even seemed to carry a hint of interest.

What she didn’t know was that behind the mist, Chu Qingyue had picked up a string of crystal-clear grapes and was watching with sparkling eyes, her face filled with excitement.

For some reason, Chu Qingyue had recently become quite interested in romance.

In the past, she could only occasionally pretend to pass by and listen to a few female disciples discussing romance.

However, she would often scare them off before she could hear the whole story.

Now, she finally had the chance to hear a complete romance story!

Shu Xiangdie slowly began to speak:

“Actually, I think I’ve fallen in love with someone.”

Chu Qingyue asked softly, “How do you know you’re in love with him?”

Shu Xiangdie lightly pursed her lips, her eyes filled with hesitation and a hint of sadness:

“I don’t know. Since I was young, I’ve always looked up to Empress as my goal. I’ve memorized your ‘Dao Companion Theory’ and thought I understood its meaning. However, I’m still far from it… His repeated appearances completely overturned my understanding of men. He won the martial arts competition, took me to the Three Emperors’ Mausoleum, and even saved my life. After experiencing these events, even though I tried to control myself, my heart still couldn’t calm down.”

Hearing these words, Chu Qingyue remained silent for a moment.

It seemed that the obstacles and difficulties this couple faced were not few.

The person Shu Xiangdie loved had also gone to the Three Emperors’ Mausoleum?

Would Nie Chen be able to overcome such a strong opponent in the tomb?

Shu Xiangdie continued to speak, but this time, she seemed even more hesitant and embarrassed:

“Furthermore, I’ve committed a taboo that Empress once mentioned.”

“Taboo?”

“Yes.”

Shu Xiangdie lightly pursed her lips, her face filled with shame:

“Empress once said that men are the most evil things in this world. No matter what, we must not be swayed by men, hold hands with them, kiss them, or go on dates… However, I accidentally held hands with him…”

“Pfft, it’s just this?”

Unintentionally, Chu Qingyue laughed.

At the same time, she felt a bit ashamed.

It seemed that the “Dao Companion Theory” she had written had indeed influenced many people, and it might have even ruined many true loves.

Rather than destroying a temple, it’s better to destroy a marriage.

Although past mistakes could not be made up for, at least she could try to make amends by helping this couple.

Chu Qingyue coughed lightly, her voice still carrying an inviolable dignity, but also a hint of warmth that made one feel close to her:

“Have you ever asked yourself if you truly love him?”

“Disciple… doesn’t know.”

“Then let me ask you another way. When you see him, does your heart feel different from usual?”

These words instantly struck a chord in Shu Xiangdie’s heart.

She quickly recalled the feeling she had when she saw Nie Chen – the uncontrollable heartbeat that she had never felt before when facing anyone else.

Biting her silver teeth, Shu Xiangdie finally nodded: “It seems so.”

“Then there’s no mistake. You might truly be in love with him.”

Chu Qingyue sighed: “It seems that you still haven’t understood the true meaning of my book.”

“Empress means…”

Chu Qingyue smiled slightly: “The purpose of my book was indeed to make you understand not to waste your thoughts on unnecessary searches for a Dao Companion. However, there’s another layer of meaning. A Dao Companion might be nonexistent, but it’s also possible to find one. If you truly love each other and are like one person, why worry about minor details? Love is human nature, and love is a gift from heaven. If you didn’t have seven emotions and six desires, what would be the point of cultivation? If you truly love him, then you can completely forget what I said in my book and boldly pursue love!”

After saying this, Chu Qingyue felt a small sense of pride.

Not only had she perfectly rounded out her previous absurd statements, but she had also easily helped this couple’s romance!

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