Mrs. Qiao knew what her mother-in-law meant. "Mother," she answered, "Xiao Wu just went to pick up Jiu Jiu from her lessons. She knows her limits and won't disturb His Majesty."
The Old Madam was still doubtful and wanted to question her in person.
"Have her come see me."
Mrs. Qiao sounded a bit helpless. "Mother, Xiao Wu went out to the lantern market with her maids."
And it was true; Xiao Wu was not in the manor.
「Half an hour earlier.」
Ji Qingwu had changed into an aquamarine long robe, dressed as a man. She had tied her long hair up high, revealing a smooth forehead and a slender neck.
Wearing a Lan Jade Hairpin, her features were as bright and captivating as the shining moon.
She was already tall, so the masculine attire didn't look out of place. Instead, it gave her the air of a slender young man.
