Chu Li’s body stiffened. Hearing her bold and direct words, his ears gradually reddened.

This woman, did she have to be so quick-witted?

Although he couldn’t remember having done that sort of thing with her, it didn’t mean they hadn’t done it.

He had originally intended to tease her, but instead, she had turned the tables and teased him.

Seeing Chu Li silent, Mu Yunjin looked at him more closely. Noticing the slight blush on his cheeks, she suddenly laughed, “Is Prince Ning embarrassed?”

Why did she feel that Chu Li was more fun after losing his memory…

Chu Li glanced at her but didn’t respond.

Noble Consort Rong’s hand, hidden behind her back, slowly dropped. Her eyes were full of disbelief and astonishment. It had only been one day, yet Chu Li and Mu Yunjin’s relationship had already become so intimate again.

What was the point of making Chu Li lose his memory then?

…

…

It seemed that no matter how she tried to drive a wedge between them, those meant to be together would still find their way to each other.

Noble Consort Rong sighed softly. At this moment, her plans had completely collapsed again.

“Mu’er, let’s go,” Noble Consort Rong glanced at Yun Mu’er beside her and turned to leave.

Mu Yunjin, hearing the name “Mu’er,” paused briefly. Her gaze finally fell on Yun Mu’er. As Yun Mu’er was about to leave, she called out to her—

“You, stop!”

Yun Mu’er halted her steps. Noble Consort Rong, who had walked a few steps ahead, also stopped.

“What’s your name?” Mu Yunjin narrowed her eyes, looking at Yun Mu’er.

“Yun Mu’er,” Yun Mu’er answered frankly.

Hearing this, Mu Yunjin raised her eyebrows, a playful smile curling at her lips. “Surname Yun? And called Mu’er? Why not just call yourself Mu Yunjin directly?”

“Mu Yunjin, your words are ridiculous. With so many people in the world, are others not allowed to use the characters ‘Yun’ and ‘Mu’?” Noble Consort Rong stepped forward to defend Yun Mu’er.

Mu Yunjin crossed her arms and looked at Chu Li. “Chu Li, did your mother tell you that this Yun Mu’er was the one who used to live with you?”

After Chu Li lost his memory, this Yun Mu’er had appeared out of nowhere, and she was with Noble Consort Rong. Mu Yunjin immediately suspected their intentions.

Chu Li looked at Mu Yunjin and nodded slightly.

“Heh.” Receiving Chu Li’s confirmation, Mu Yunjin gave a light scoff, looking at Noble Consort Rong with mockery in her eyes. “I’ve never seen someone with so much free time on their hands!”

“Mu Yunjin, don’t forget, you’re supposed to address me as Mother Consort!” Noble Consort Rong was irritated, resentful that Mu Yunjin had once again lowered her image in Chu Li’s eyes.

Hearing this, Mu Yunjin shrugged and pursed her lips. “Weren’t you just saying the young lady beside you is Chu Li’s woman? Now you’re acknowledging that I’m your daughter-in-law?”

After speaking, Mu Yunjin walked to Chu Li’s side and linked her arm with his. The two azure blue figures stood together, looking both compatible and harmonious, drawing everyone’s gaze.

“So tell me, as his mother, why did you give Chu Li a memory-loss drug, making him forget me?”

When Mu Yunjin first took his arm, Chu Li was about to push her away.

But upon hearing her words, his heart suddenly tightened. He turned to look at Mu Yunjin beside him, then at Noble Consort Rong standing before them, his face cold and brow furrowed.

His loss of memory regarding Mu Yunjin was because of his mother?

“Mu Yunjin, don’t talk nonsense! What evidence do you have that I made Li’er lose his memory? He is my son, how could I harm him?” Noble Consort Rong was furious. If Chu Li were to discover that his memory loss was her doing, she would never be able to regain his trust.

“I’m asking you—he’s your son, so why would you harm him?” Mu Yunjin smiled, turning the question back to Noble Consort Rong.

Noble Consort Rong’s face suddenly turned ashen. She wanted to continue, but catching a cold, questioning gaze from the side, she bit her lower lip and said nothing more. She gave Yun Mu’er a look, and the two left together.

As Noble Consort Rong and Yun Mu’er departed, Mu Yunjin thought to herself that it was disappointing—she had nearly completely torn off Noble Consort Rong’s mask.

Having been pushed away by Chu Li the last time she embraced him, Mu Yunjin had learned her lesson. Before Chu Li could react, she removed her hand from his arm.

Chu Li only felt his arm lighten. Looking down at Mu Yunjin, seeing her pale face and slightly pouting lips, his expression softened, revealing a gentleness he didn’t notice.

“How is your illness?” He recalled being called away earlier when he was in her room.

Hearing this, Mu Yunjin looked up at Chu Li. Thinking of her “illness,” a faint smile appeared on her lips.

“It’s fine, nothing serious.” Mu Yunjin lowered her eyes, hiding her smile.

“Mm.” Seeing her able to smile like this, Chu Li thought she indeed didn’t seem ill. He ceased paying her much attention and walked toward the main hall.

The moment he turned his back, thinking of Mu Yunjin’s claim that Noble Consort Rong had drugged him to cause his amnesia, his body was enveloped in a cold aura, his fists clenching slightly.

…

In the end, Mu Yunjin obediently returned to her room to rest. After brewing the calming decoction, Qingmeng immediately brought it to her, along with several light dishes.

“This calming decoction is a bit bitter, you’ll have to endure it.” Qingmeng knew Mu Yunjin feared bitterness; previously, when she caught a cold, she would constantly complain about the bitter medicine. This calming decoction was even more bitter than those medicines.

Perhaps due to her changed mindset, even though the decoction was almost unbearably bitter, Mu Yunjin drank it all in one go without hesitation.

After drinking the calming decoction, she even refused the sweet preserves Qingmeng offered her, fearing they might interfere with the medicine’s effectiveness.

“After about the time it takes to brew a pot of tea, eat these dishes. If your appetite is poor and you can’t eat much, at least try to get some food in. Constantly not eating will affect both you and the child in your belly.” Qingmeng carefully instructed Mu Yunjin.

Mu Yunjin nodded, agreeing to Qingmeng’s words.

“Rest well here, I’ll go help out in the main hall. Ten formulations of Heyu’s antidote have been successfully created. Once we find the medicinal herbs for the remaining ninety, it won’t be long.” Qingmeng said.

“Good, once I’ve adjusted my body, I’ll come help too.” Mu Yunjin smiled.

Qingmeng smiled back and then left.

After Qingmeng’s departure, Mu Yunjin waited for the time it takes to brew a pot of tea, then picked up a bowl of porridge and began eating at a leisurely pace.

After eating, drowsiness overcame her, and she lay down for a nap.

…

As night fell, the sleeping Mu Yunjin was awakened by successive firework explosions outside.

Annoyed, she rubbed her eyes, got up, put on her shoes, wrapped herself in a cloak, and walked to the door. Opening it, the colorful fireworks filling the sky made her freeze in place.

What was going on?

Why was the entire River Moon City setting off fireworks?

It wasn’t the New Year, was it?

Mu Yunjin thought for a moment, stood at the door a while longer, and seeing the fireworks continue, she pursed her lips and returned to her room to tidy herself up.

Shortly after, Mu Yunjin walked out the door.

When she reached the front hall, Qiqi and Hua Ying were standing in the corridor outside, watching the fireworks in the sky.

“My lady, you’re here!” Qiqi noticed Mu Yunjin first and smiled at her.

“Is today a special occasion? Why are there fireworks everywhere outside?” Mu Yunjin asked.

Hearing this, Qiqi answered, “Sister Qingmeng said today is River Moon City’s Fireworks Festival. There are many people gathered on the streets setting off fireworks. Some are also releasing lanterns by the lake, but that’s where young men and women go.”

“Then it must be quite lively outside.” Mu Yunjin watched as the fireworks lit up the night sky like daylight, suddenly feeling curious and wanting to go out to see the festivities.

“Should we go take a look?” Mu Yunjin asked eagerly.

Upon hearing this, both Hua Ying and Qiqi shook their heads.

Mu Yunjin looked at the two in surprise.

“Hehe, Hua Ying and I are cat and snake spirits; we’re quite afraid of things like fireworks. We’d rather just watch from here.” Qiqi laughed sheepishly. Though in human form, she still had a cat’s nature, and she was truly afraid!

Seeing that they were afraid of fireworks, Mu Yunjin found it quite curious.

“If you’re not going, I’ll go by myself then.” Mu Yunjin raised her eyebrows, adjusted her cloak, and was about to leave.

At that moment, Chu Li and Huang Yan happened to walk out from inside.

Qiqi, catching sight of Chu Li, immediately called out to Mu Yunjin, “My lady, it’s crowded and chaotic outside. It’s too dangerous for you to go alone. Let Prince Ning accompany you!”

Chu Li, just stepping out, heard Qiqi’s words and looked up at Mu Yunjin. “You want to go out?”

“Mm.” Mu Yunjin stood in place and nodded.

“Then be careful.” Chu Li spoke without expressing any intention to join her and walked toward the other end of the corridor.

The corners of everyone’s mouths twitched.

Mu Yunjin was so angered that she almost lost her desire to go out. How had this fellow managed to win her over before?

“I’m leaving!” After thinking for a moment, Mu Yunjin still angrily walked out.

On the other side, as Chu Li turned the corner, he instinctively looked toward the main gate. He saw a blue figure hurrying into the night, quickly disappearing.

Huang Yan, watching Chu Li’s conflicted expression, rolled his eyes and threw out a comment, “I’ve heard that several families in River Moon City have lost their daughters recently. There are wild rumors that they’ve been kidnapped and sold to brothels…”

After speaking, Huang Yan carefully observed Chu Li’s reaction.

Chu Li’s lips tightened slightly. After hesitating for a moment, he slowly spoke, “It’s still early; let’s go out and see the festivities too.”

“Yes, Your Highness.” Huang Yan secretly grinned. How contrary his words were to his true feelings.

…

Arriving on the main street, Mu Yunjin discovered that fireworks were being set off in the center of the long street, with people lining both sides to watch.

Perhaps due to the lively Fireworks Festival, all the shops on the street were open, brightly lit inside.

Realizing she had left in a hurry without bringing many clothes, Mu Yunjin specifically turned into a tailor shop and began selecting clothes for herself.

Entering the shop, she found two or three other customers already browsing.

“Miss, good evening. Are you here to choose winter clothes?” The shopkeeper’s wife greeted her warmly. Noticing Mu Yunjin looked unfamiliar, she examined her attire.

Seeing that her outfit was quite valuable, she knew this woman must be either wealthy or noble and should not be treated carelessly.

Mu Yunjin looked at the shopkeeper’s wife and nodded slightly.

At this moment, a surprised and delighted voice came from the side, “Eh? Princess Consort Ning? Is it you!”