Tang Yinyu pondered for a moment and said, "I will consider everything carefully and make proper arrangements for them."

Seeing that the emperor had made up his mind, the ministers knew that it was useless to persuade him any further, so they could only express their willingness to fully assist the emperor in handling the matter.

After coming out of the imperial study, Tang Yinyu came to Fengyi Palace and told Chu Yuqin about this matter.

Chu Yuqin said in surprise: "Your Majesty, this matter is of great importance. I am worried that it will affect your Majesty's reputation."

Tang Yinyu held Chu Yuqin's hand and said affectionately: "Qin'er, I don't care about those false reputations, I only care about you. I don't want the disturbances in the harem to affect our relationship."

Chu Yuqin was so moved that she threw herself into Tang Yinyu's arms: "Your Majesty, how could I be so worthy of your love?"

"You and I are in love with each other, so we should support each other and be together forever." Tang Yinyu stroked Chu Yuqin's hair, his eyes as gentle as water.

"Your Majesty..." Chu Yuqin looked up at Tang Yinyu, her eyes were hazy and tears welled up in the corners of her eyes.

Tang Yinyu gently stroked Chu Yuqin's hair and said, "Qin'er, there is no rush for this matter. I plan to send someone to investigate after a while and confirm that there is no problem before officially announcing it to the world."

Chu Yuqin nodded: "Your Majesty, I understand. Everything is up to you."

Tang Yinyu lowered his head and kissed Chu Yuqin's red lips...

Chu Yuqin moaned softly: "Hmm..."

Soon, waves of charming and ambiguous sounds were heard from the bedroom.

……

In the following days, Tang Yinyu began to arrange a way out for the concubines in the harem. He first summoned all the concubines and solemnly announced his decision in the palace hall.

Tang Yinyu personally met with those concubines who were willing to leave the palace and return home.

He carefully inquired about their family situation and future plans, and gave them generous wealth.

These properties included gold, silver, jewelry, silks, satins, fields and real estate, ensuring that they would have a rich and worry-free life after leaving the palace.

Not only that, Tang Yinyu also carefully arranged special escorts. These escorts were all well-trained and loyal guards in the palace to ensure the safety of the concubines on their way back.

For those concubines who had nowhere to go, Tang Yinyu set up separate residences for them in more secluded and quiet places outside the palace.

Although these residences were not as luxurious as the previous palaces, they were also warmly and comfortably decorated, and all necessary daily necessities and serving maids and eunuchs were properly arranged.

He also ordered that sufficient living supplies and monthly allowances be sent to these concubines on a regular basis so that they could live the rest of their lives in peace.

At the same time, Tang Yinyu also issued an edict to the world, explaining the reason for disbanding the harem.

The edict was posted all over the country, causing a great uproar. It read: "Since I ascended the throne, I have deeply felt that the love between husband and wife is more precious than loyalty. Now I want to set an example for the world by disbanding the harem and leaving only the queen to prove my persistence and perseverance in love."

The people were talking about this matter. On the busy streets of the capital, people gathered in groups of three or five to discuss it.

An old man stroked his beard and said, "His Majesty the Emperor is truly a man of deep affection. He is truly admirable for being able to do so much for the Empress."

A young man next to him shook his head and said, "Although it is touching that the emperor pursues true love, if this happens, the royal family will have few descendants, which may be detrimental to the long-term stability of the country."

In a teahouse, several scholars and men of letters were also arguing heatedly.

One of them slammed the table and stood up, saying loudly: "The emperor's action is a great story for all ages and should be praised by future generations! His deep love for the queen is the true meaning of love that we all yearn for."

Another person said worriedly: "Although this move is romantic, the harem system has a long history. If it is suddenly disbanded, it may cause a series of problems."

"Since the emperor has made such a decision, he will definitely consider these issues. There is no need to think too much. I believe that the emperor is a sensible person."

The man sighed and said helplessly: "I hope so... As long as our Dongyue Kingdom can prosper and our people can live and work in peace and contentment, that's all that's good."

……

On a sunny morning, Concubine Qin packed her bags and prepared to leave the palace that had trapped her for many years.

Before leaving, she decided to go to Fengyi Palace to say goodbye to Chu Yuqin.

When Concubine Qin entered Fengyi Palace, Chu Yuqin was reading a book in the palace. After hearing the palace maid's announcement, Chu Yuqin put down the book in her hand, smiled and stood up to greet her.

"Sister Qin Fei, you're here." Chu Yuqin's voice was gentle and kind. She stepped forward and held Qin Fei's hand.

Qin Fei had tears in her eyes. She stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, I am here to say goodbye to you today."

Chu Yuqin quickly helped Concubine Qin up, took her hand and sat down together, carefully looked at Concubine Qin's face, and said softly: "Sister, the journey is long, you must take good care of yourself. The outside world is not like the palace, you must be more careful about everything."

Concubine Qin nodded, tears could not help falling, her voice choked with sobs: "Your Majesty, I will never forget your kindness. If it were not for your help, I would never be able to be with my beloved in this life. I don't know how to repay you for this kindness."

Chu Yuqin gently patted Concubine Qin's hand, her eyes full of sincerity and blessing: "Sister, please don't say that. I am very pleased to see that you have achieved your wish. I only hope that you will be happy and sweet in the days ahead."

As she spoke, Chu Yuqin asked the palace maid to fetch an exquisite brocade box and handed it to Concubine Qin: "This is a little gift I prepared for you, sister. Please accept it."

Concubine Qin took the brocade box and opened it. Inside was a dazzling pearl necklace and a pair of exquisite jade bracelets, both of which were rare treasures in the palace.

The pearls are round and full, exuding a soft luster; the jade bracelet is delicate and as warm as water.

"Your Majesty, this is too valuable. I cannot accept it." Concubine Qin quickly declined, holding the brocade box in both hands, wanting to return it to Chu Yuqin.

Chu Yuqin smiled and said, "Sister, please don't refuse. These things are just dead objects in the palace. Keeping them with you is a blessing from me. I hope you can live happily with your lover in the future. The pearls symbolize perfection, and the jade bracelets represent peace. I hope they can protect you."

Concubine Qin was deeply moved and knelt down again to thank the queen: "I will repay your kindness even if I have to work like a slave in my next life."

Chu Yuqin helped Concubine Qin up, wiped the tears from her face, and said, "Sister, please get up quickly. I don't want any reward from you. I just hope you can be happy, that's enough."

Concubine Qin stood up and held Chu Yuqin's hand tightly, her eyes full of concern: "Empress, you must take good care of yourself after I leave. The hearts of people in the palace are complicated, you must be more careful. Those intrigues must not be taken lightly."

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