Seeing her straightforward refusal, no one else dared to bring it up again. Laughter and chatter eased the awkwardness, and other topics were discussed. It wasn't until mid-afternoon that everyone gradually dispersed.
By the time she returned to Qingya Residence, it was already getting dark. Xia Ruqing and Consort Hui Pin walked together for a while, one in front and the other behind. They hardly spoke along the way, simply smiling and bidding farewell when they parted.
「Qingya Residence」
As soon as Xia Ruqing entered, she called for someone to hastily remove the phoenix crown from her head.
"It's so heavy!"
Zi Yue smiled. You think this is heavy? In the future, there might be even heavier ones on Your Highness's head! But of course, no one dared to say that out loud.
After removing the phoenix crown and washing off her heavy makeup, Xia Ruqing changed into comfortable clothes and lay down on her bed.
Sister Liang brought Little Bun over.
