[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace":3,"chapter-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-974":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},411005,676,"Chapter 974: Excitement","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-974",974,"\u003Cp>To be honest,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This life is without pressure, indeed nourishing, but doesn’t it isolate one from the world?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ultimately, people must return to society, whether in ancient times or modern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While mountains and countryside are beautiful, the bustling Capital City isn’t bad either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s like wild game will forever be wild, not suitable for regular meals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Madam...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue seemed a bit worried, fearing she’d upset her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, she understood there was a reason Madam felt uncomfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She cautiously spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Madam, whenever you decide to go back, just let me know!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These matters are out of the Emperor’s concern too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you feel unwell, talk to me about it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please don’t harm yourself with anger!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing pondered whether her tone earlier was inappropriate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, she couldn’t help but chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, alright, I’m not angry, just a bit helpless!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he is the Emperor, yet his actions resemble those of a child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking this way,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>a warm smile appeared on her lips, unnoticed by her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s fine, really!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m really okay! I’m thirsty, go pour me some red date tea!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue responded and left, returning shortly with the tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing took two sips, and holding the tea bowl, said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In a few days then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll return after the White Dew is over!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Indian summer can get quite intense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since this pregnancy, she’s been feeling especially warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue thought for a moment and smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s just perfect!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the time we return, White Dew will be halfway through!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Soon it will be the autumn equinox, and perhaps chrysanthemums will bloom by then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Returning, we might still savor fresh chrysanthemum cakes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing teased her with laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They say one becomes like the master they serve!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ve been with me for so long, and indeed, you’ve turned into a gluttonous cat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In ancient times, the term ’foodie’ didn’t exist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gluttonous is simply gluttonous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gluttonous cat is what women jokingly refer to, showing intimacy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue blushed upon hearing this, stomping in protest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, I’m just thinking of you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was about to laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Su suddenly came in excitedly asking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chrysanthemum cakes? Where are chrysanthemum cakes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing and Zi Yue paused for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the master and servants burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goodness, as soon as we mentioned one, another came along. You truly are sisters, hahaha...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue almost laughed until tears came to her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zi Su was somewhat baffled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, why are you laughing? Did I misspeak?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing held her stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, no!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh dear... almost laughed myself silly, Zi Yue, quickly rub my belly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue listened and dared not laugh anymore, holding back as she went to rub the master’s belly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her face turned red from holding back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Su, however, pouted, displaying indifference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, you’ve had your laugh now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She suddenly leaned in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, if you really laugh till you’re out of breath, don’t blame me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing laughed again, continually hitting Zi Su with a handkerchief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue couldn’t hold back her laughter either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laughter filled the small room in waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>relaxation was Xia Ruqing’s main purpose for coming this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bonding with Zi Yue and others was perhaps an unintended consequence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While away from home,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t like strict regulations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kneeling and kowtowing every day, constantly saying the maid deserves death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Young girls being stifled, losing their vitality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Really, wasn’t that dull?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How wonderful is so much lively spirit?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In military strategy, winning hearts is paramount.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There’s nothing harder to divide than emotions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once gratitude reaches its peak, loyalty naturally follows, doesn’t it? Who needs schemes?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The master and servants chatted for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, lunchtime arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lunch was still abundant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it couldn’t compare to the palace’s luxurious feasts, it was composed of wild game, vegetables, and fruits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not greasy, quite healthy, yet spicy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Consistently spicy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roast fish, chicken, beef soup, all topped with bright red chili powder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue and Zi Su watched, feeling apprehensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Xia Ruqing was already salivating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where’s the rice? My rice?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With those dishes, she could eat two large bowls of rice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue and Zi Su exchanged glances, both feeling rather helpless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Seems there’s no hope!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Indeed!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After lunch, Xia Ruqing took a nap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon waking,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sought Ni Manxue and Xia Caiying to discuss returning to the Capital City after White Dew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both nodded immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’ve been away for quite a while, it’s time to return!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think so too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If we don’t return soon, mother will surely worry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A few days ago, she even had someone bring me a letter asking about my health!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was a bit puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mother?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t your mother in Jiangnan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying paused, then sheepishly lowered her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sister, I meant... my mother-in-law!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing realized and laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s nice!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They say a good relationship with one’s mother-in-law is like with one’s mother!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Yang Family’s reputation is traditionally upright, not prone to troublesome matters!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cherish this opportunity! Don’t overthink!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying, feeling embarrassed, said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood, Sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She also felt she’d grown sentimental since marriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far less decisive than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his presence, what need is there for decisiveness?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She felt only boundless affection, longing to become as pliable as water, forever wrapping around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After confirming the schedule for returning to the Capital City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Capital quickly received the news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two long-isolated men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both received the news one after another, excitement nearly keeping them awake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao handled it much better, after all, an Emperor must possess patience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What hasn’t he endured over the years?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few days of solitude is insignificant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for another, he nearly couldn’t contain himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A young, vigorous man, not seeing his wife for one or two months.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he’s patient, certain instincts can’t resist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The day he received the news, he didn’t sleep a wink, including his instincts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He managed to sleep a bit on the second day, experiencing a vivid dream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon waking, he found a large wet patch beneath him, drenching the bedding too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the maid tidied his clothes and bedding, her face instantly flushed red upon touching them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the third day, he finally got a proper night’s sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But midway through sleep, he was suddenly disturbed awake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Straining to open his eyes for a closer look, his supposed warming maid was stark naked, kneeling beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Engaged in some unspeakable action against him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room was filled with an unusual fragrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately realized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’It’s aphrodisiac incense!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then sprang up, kicking the maid off the bed while dressing himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Angrily shouted in a low voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How audacious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1114,"2026-05-30T07:41:24.511Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","b411b825ef7d286bfb5748156a89a61b54dec5cecddd84159f7ea8d6afe527ce","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-975","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-973",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]