The Ming Dynasty: Starting with the Somersault Cloud, Old Zhu was so envious he cried!

Empress Ma's expression froze upon hearing this.

Yes, she almost forgot that Ming'er was different from ordinary people like them.

"Even if what you say makes sense, it has to be something he likes tomorrow. If he doesn't like it tomorrow, no one can force him!" Empress Ma said stubbornly.

It seems she is determined to compete with Zhu Yuanzhang for the title of "the greatest double standard in the Ming Dynasty".

However, when it comes to immortals...

Zhu Yuanzhang finally remembered the important matter.

So he raised his hand to dismiss all the guards and palace servants in the courtyard, and ordered Mao Xiang to lead troops to guard the gate.

No one is allowed to enter without his order!

On the other side...

Xu Miaoyun had already learned her lesson once, and even though she still harbored curiosity, she dared not stay any longer.

So she bowed slightly to Zhu Ming and said softly, "Brother Ming, His Majesty may have something to ask you later, so I'll take my leave first. I'll come and keep you company again when you're done!"

After saying that, Xu Miaoyun turned to leave.

Before they could even take two steps...

Zhu Ming grabbed her leg and wouldn't let her go.

It wasn't that Zhu Ming was deliberately taking advantage of her.

He raised his little face, his voice childish yet earnest, and said, "Sister Miaoyun, don't leave me alone. Could you please stay with me all day?"

Xu Miaoyun was wondering why Zhu Ming, who was usually well-behaved and sensible, had suddenly become so clingy today.

The next second, His Majesty's voice could be heard from not far away.

"Miaoyun, you should stay!"

"So that the kid won't always be on guard against us."

"He's afraid we'll take action against you behind his back, that's why he insists you stay with him!"

After hearing His Majesty's explanation, Xu Miaoyun was instantly moved to tears by Zhu Ming's words.

It turned out the little guy wouldn't let her leave.

It was to protect her, to prevent her from suffering any accidents!

If it weren't for His Majesty being here...

She definitely wanted to hug Zhu Ming and kiss him a few times.

Xu Miaoyun then looked down gently at Zhu Ming, who was clinging to her leg, and softly comforted him, "Your Highness, please rest assured, since His Majesty has already promised you, he will never lay a hand on us again."

However, upon hearing this, Zhu Ming sneered inwardly: Sister Miaoyun, you still don't understand Old Zhu enough!

You might think that as the emperor, his words were law and his promises were absolute, but Zhu Ming, who had read history, knew his father's character all too well.

Whether or not he is willing to keep a promise he once made depends entirely on his mood!

Describing him as treacherous and cunning is not an exaggeration at all.

"Sister Miaoyun, I just want you to be with me. Wherever you go, I'll go!" Zhu Ming hugged her leg tightly and wouldn't let go no matter what.

Seeing this, Xu Miaoyun could only look at Zhu Yuanzhang with a helpless expression.

When Old Zhu saw this, his face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot. He had already spoken so bluntly, but the little guy still didn't believe him.

A surge of anger suddenly rose in Old Zhu's heart.

He was about to pull out his belt and teach Zhu Ming a lesson.

Fortunately, Empress Ma noticed the awkward atmosphere in time.

He quickly stepped forward and tried to smooth things over, saying:

"Chongba, fine. Since Ming'er likes Miaoyun, let her accompany him!"

Zhu Yuanzhang was stopped by Empress Ma, and his anger was forced back down. In the end, he could only let out a cold snort with a dark face.

As for Empress Ma's proposal,

Zhu Yuanzhang had no objections.

After all, Xu Miaoyun already knows quite a few secrets today, so one more won't make a difference.

In addition, Old Zhu has already decided that Xu Miaoyun will be his future daughter-in-law.

As for which prince he would marry, he already had a plan in mind.

Xu Miaoyun, on the other hand, was completely captivated by the woman in front of her.

She had been in the palace for two years and had always served Empress Ma. Which concubine in the harem hadn't she seen?

But where did this young, beautiful, and stunning woman come from?

What horrified her even more was that this woman had just addressed His Majesty as "Chongba".

This is a title unique to the Empress!

Who exactly is this person?

When Empress Ma saw that she remained silent, she assumed that she still harbored resentment, so she took the initiative to speak.

"Miaoyun, I know you're upset."

"But I can tell you, even if Ming'er hadn't shown up just now, Chongba wouldn't have really killed you."

"You're a fine girl raised by Tiande, and I've watched you grow up since you were little. How could I just stand by and watch you die in vain!"

Empress Ma's words were truly heartfelt.

However, Xu Miaoyun was a little unsure of the other party's identity at the moment.

Who is she?

She called her father Tiande.

They also said they watched me grow up.

But why do I have no recollection of her at all?

Xu Miaoyun was unaware at this time that there was a kind of elixir in the world that could make people young again.

Moreover, she had never seen what Empress Ma looked like when she was young, so naturally she couldn't recognize her identity at first glance.

At this moment, Zhu Ming also said, "Sister Miaoyun, although my father isn't a good person, my mother is a good one. Please forgive them for my sake!"

Mother?

The Sixth Prince's mother?

A thunderbolt struck Xu Miaoyun's mind!

The next second, she suddenly raised her head and stared intently at the stunningly beautiful woman in front of her, whose demeanor was dignified and graceful.

How could this person be the Empress?

Xu Miaoyun froze, her pupils contracted sharply, and she asked incredulously in a trembling voice, "You...you are the Empress?"

Empress Ma smiled and nodded gently upon hearing this.

This nod

It completely shattered all of Xu Miaoyun's understanding.

She stood there, stunned, her mind blank.

I can hardly believe that the Empress, who I have been with day and night and who is dignified and composed, has become so young, beautiful and stunning!

Not only her, but even Zhu Yuanzhang was somewhat incredulous.

He didn't even care about Zhu Ming's earlier accusations of being a scoundrel, and asked anxiously, "You brat, why has your mother become so young? What exactly did you feed her?"

Zhu Ming put his hands on his hips, raised his chin, and said smugly, "It's nothing, just some pills my master gave me!"

Zhu Yuanzhang quickly asked, "What kind of elixir? What are its effects? Will our sister revert to her original form?"

Zhu Ming did not answer immediately, but instead asked Old Zhu a question with a strange expression.

"Father, before I answer your question, let me ask you one first."

"Do you prefer your current mother or your previous mother?"

"Is there even a question? Of course, it's now..." Zhu Yuanzhang replied instinctively.

He was halfway through his sentence when he suddenly sensed a murderous aura coming from behind him.

He was immediately terrified, a chill running down his spine, and he quickly changed his tune, saying, "What nonsense are you talking about? Whether it's the current girl or the old one, no matter what she looks like, I'll love her!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang felt the murderous aura behind him disappear, and he breathed a heavy sigh of relief.

You brat, you dare to dig a hole for your dad!

I'll deal with you later!

Zhu Yuanzhang gave Zhu Ming a warning look.