Reborn to marry, she no longer wants to be the young master's mother

After saying that, Xie Chaochao turned around, walked towards the door to freedom with light but firm steps. Her back stretched out in the afterglow of the setting sun, like a soul-stirring painting, lonely and brave. Chu Heng looked at her figure going farther and farther away, with mixed feelings in his heart, both worry about the unknown and deep understanding and respect for her. He prayed silently in his heart, hoping that this pursuit of freedom could lead her to find the destination of her soul, and at the same time, it also added some unpredictable excitement and expectations to this unusual journey.

In the deep palace of the Forbidden City, Empress Xie Chaochao faced the magnificent palace and complicated palace rules day after day. Her desire for freedom and the unknown was like a caged bird, eager to spread its wings and fly high. Finally, on a sunny morning, she made a bold decision - to leave the palace and experience the long-lost fireworks of the world.

In order to ensure that the trip was foolproof, Xie Chaochao made careful plans and changed into simple yet elegant folk clothes. Her long black hair was simply tied up, with a few strands of hair gently falling in front of her forehead, adding a bit of gentleness and agility to her. Beside her was Xiao Cui, her intimate maid who had accompanied her since childhood. Xiao Cui also changed into civilian clothes, with excitement and nervousness about this adventure flashing in her eyes.

The two avoided the guards' sight and quietly passed through the tightly closed palace gates, as if they were two fish swimming in the deep sea, finally jumping out of the water and welcoming the vast world that belonged to them.

As soon as she left the palace, Xie Chaochao was deeply attracted by the bustling and noisy city life. They strolled on the bustling streets, with all kinds of stalls and vendors on both sides, and the hawking sounds were one after another, making it very lively. Xie Chaochao looked around curiously, and every new thing made her feel novel. She stopped and stopped in front of a stall selling candy figures, watching the master's dexterous fingers flying in the hot sugar liquid. After a while, lifelike little animals appeared in front of her. Xie Chaochao couldn't help but buy a candy figure in the shape of a little rabbit, and licked it carefully. The sweetness spread from the tip of her tongue to the bottom of her heart, making her reveal a long-lost innocent smile.

Afterwards, they came to a lively teahouse, where people were enjoying themselves, drinking tea, chatting, listening to books and watching plays. Xie Chaochao and Xiao Cui found a seat by the window and sat down, listening to the storyteller on the stage telling stories of grudges and heroes in a vivid way. They seemed to have experienced thrilling adventures with those legendary figures, and their hearts were filled with yearning and excitement.

As the sun sets, the afterglow fills the streets, giving the city a gentle golden edge. Xie Chaochao and Xiao Cui reluctantly shuttle among the people returning home. Although they are physically exhausted, their hearts are filled with unprecedented happiness and satisfaction. This day's experience is like a dream, which makes Xie Chaochao deeply appreciate the beauty of ordinary life and further strengthens her pursuit of freedom and true love in her heart.

In a corner of the magnificent palace with carved beams and painted buildings, the sun shines through the exquisite window lattices, casting mottled light and shadows, adding a warm and mysterious atmosphere to this quiet place. The maid Xiao Cui walked lightly to the side of Queen Xie Chaochao, holding a fan with intricate cloud and water patterns in her hand, gently waving it to dispel the queen's heat. With a bit of worry in her eyes, she asked softly, "My queen, when are you going to return to the palace? His Majesty and the concubines are looking forward to seeing you."

Xie Chaochao, the famous queen in the capital, was wearing an elegant smoky-colored long dress, with her hair tied up high and a few strands of black hair casually falling on her shoulders, adding a bit of natural beauty without embellishment. She was gazing at the lotus pond not far away, her eyes were intoxicated with the beauty of nature, and seemed to be hiding unspeakable thoughts. Hearing this, she gently tilted her head, a faint smile appeared at the corner of her mouth, her voice was soft but with unquestionable firmness: "You go back first, Xiao Cui, let me play alone in this imperial garden for a while. There are so many trivial matters in the palace, it is rare to have such leisure time, let me quietly enjoy a moment of tranquility."

Xiao Cui frowned slightly when she heard this, and a trace of worry flashed in her eyes. She knew very well that although the queen seemed gentle, she was actually tough and it was difficult to change her mind. But thinking of the rumors in the palace and the increasingly furrowed brows of His Majesty, she couldn't help but muster up the courage and persuaded again: "Your Majesty, you also know that there have been constant disturbances in the palace recently. Your safety is the top priority. If you stay here alone, if something goes wrong, I will be blamed for it!"

Xie Chaochao gently patted the back of Xiao Cui's hand, his bright eyes flashing with understanding and comfort: "Don't worry, Xiao Cui, I know what I am doing. The Imperial Garden is heavily guarded, so what is there to be afraid of? Go back and tell His Majesty that I will be back soon, so that he doesn't have to worry."

Seeing the queen's firm attitude, Xiao Cui agreed with tears in her eyes, bowed deeply, and turned to leave. Looking at Xiao Cui's figure gradually going away, Xie Chaochao's eyes fell back on the lotus again, with mixed feelings in her heart. She knew that as the queen, she shouldered the expectations and responsibilities of the entire country, but in this moment of escape, she just wanted to be the simple and pure self again and enjoy this rare moment of freedom and tranquility.

The breeze blew by, and the lotus flowers swayed gently, as if silently praying for the queen. During this short period of time, Xie Chaochao felt unprecedented release and peace in her heart, but she didn't know that a storm concerning the fate of the palace was quietly brewing...

In that ancient and prosperous imperial city, Xie Chaochao, an aloof and cold queen, always preferred the tranquility of being alone. She hated the cumbersome etiquette and endless companionship in the palace. Those seemingly gorgeous constraints were nothing but heavy shackles for her. Therefore, whenever she felt a desire to escape from the secular world, she would find a trivial excuse, such as asking the maid to accompany her to the market to buy some daily necessities. In fact, this was just a carefully planned self-exile.

It was a late spring and early summer day. The sun shone through the clouds, dappled on the bluestone road, covering the ancient streets with a warm golden veil. Xie Chaochao was wearing a simple light blue dress, with a white jade hairpin in her hair, like a quietly blooming orchid, quietly blending into the hustle and bustle of the city. She walked through the bustling crowd with ease, enjoying this rare freedom and relaxation, and every step she took was filled with joy.