[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-eternal-life-as-false-emperor":3,"chapter-eternal-life-as-false-emperor-eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-67":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Eternal Life as False Emperor",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1682713,2149,"Chapter 67 - 59: Noble Consort Cui","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-67",67,"\u003Cp>Jiaofang Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the residence of Noble Consort Cui in the harem, but oddly, there were very few eunuchs and palace maids coming and going, giving it a somewhat deserted appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the eunuch delivering the order hurriedly came over and, after reporting to the palace attendants, was quickly brought inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This servant greets Noble Consort Cui!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind the light gauze curtain sat a delicate woman, holding a book in one hand, seemingly deep in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few moments later, a faint voice of inquiry came: \"What is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In response to Noble Consort Cui, today is the day of the Military Examination and the day of the Champion Banquet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"His Majesty decrees that Noble Consort Cui’s two brothers, Cui Xiazhao and Cui Xiawu, have respectively won the top ranks in the Literary and Military Examinations. This is a significant event for the nation, and tonight a grand banquet will be hosted, inviting Noble Consort Cui to attend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Top ranks in both Literary and Military Examinations?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui’s voice now carried a hint of surprise, and she asked, \"It is true that Cui Xiazhao is my elder brother, but who is this Cui Xiawu?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Which uncle or cousin’s son is he?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little eunuch hesitated for a moment and then replied, \"I do not know, my lady.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I heard from the court officials that the Cui Clan winning both top ranks is a huge triumph, and countless people are heading to the Cui Mansion to offer their congratulations. Elder Master Cui can’t stop smiling.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little eunuch kowtowed on the ground, his heart thumping because delivering the decree to Jiaofang Hall was a task he had managed to snatch from his godfather, Liu Cheng’en. If...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is your name?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui suddenly asked, and the little eunuch quickly replied, \"In response to Noble Consort Cui, this servant is named Ma Bao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ma Bao, is it? You shall be rewarded.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A little maidservant stepped out respectfully from behind the gauze curtain and handed Ma Bao a piece of silver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Overjoyed, Ma Bao quickly said, \"Thank you, Noble Consort, thank you, Noble Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You may leave now. Tell His Majesty that I... will attend the grand banquet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Bao scrambled up and retreated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And behind the gauze curtain, Noble Consort Cui slowly stood up as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sunlight streamed through the paper window, illuminating Noble Consort Cui’s true appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a light green palace dress, she was not very tall, rather petite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes shone like stars, and her face was a delicate oval, though slightly pale, exuding a gentle scholarly aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Noble Consort, the Cui family winning both top ranks is truly a blessing for the family.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little maidservant hurried in, congratulating Noble Consort Cui, \"Congratulations, Your Ladyship, congratulations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is there to celebrate?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui retorted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well... it is the top rank. Young Master Xiazhao has studied diligently for ten years and finally fulfilled his dream.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And though we may not know Young Master Cui Xiawu, he is still part of the Cui family.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Winning both top ranks is something many families dream of but cannot achieve~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alas...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui shook her head, her face full of worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If only Brother Xiazhao had won the top rank, it would undoubtedly be a good thing, but who is this Brother Xiawu?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Winning both top ranks, His Majesty is putting the Cui family under immense pressure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As such, our Cui family has drawn the attention of most officials, and it’s uncertain how many fair-weather friends will flock to become our dependents.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This could make the Cui family prominent for a while, but we are bound to offend countless families and officials.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just like the... Lu Family!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little maidservant was startled: \"Then what should be done, I heard that the elder master is still quite happy~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui could only helplessly say, \"Xiao’er, prepare my bath and attire.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Cui family’s fate depends entirely on His Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We must not follow the path of Yang Ni.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My Jiaofang Hall cannot become another Yonghe Palace.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the mist-shrouded bathhouse, Noble Consort Cui revealed only her fair, jade-like shoulders as she submerged herself in the hot spring, closing her eyes in contemplation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two little maidservants slowly bathed and scrubbed her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the hot spring, Noble Consort Cui’s brows remained furrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alas, to protect my Cui family, we must maintain a good relationship with His Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But before my master left, she strictly ordered that I must not consummate before reaching the Third-layer Qi Cultivation, otherwise, at best, my skills will scatter, and at worst, I could suffer severe injuries.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What should I do about this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ripples on the hot spring water obviously indicated Noble Consort Cui’s anxious thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Previously, I could use the excuse of being weak and ill from a fall to evade the Imperial Household Department’s duty markers, but today...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s been over four years, if I do not consummate with His Majesty soon, it won’t just be His Majesty, even the elder master would be so angered he’d beat his chest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alas... the mundane world really does not allow cultivators to practice peacefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No wonder my master, despite my many pleas, left all those years ago.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, it’s my turn.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed deeply, slowly extending her two fair, jade-like arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Ladyship?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Enough, dry and dress me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pink palace dress gradually draped over her delicate body, and her entire aura transformed in that instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the elegant orchid in a secluded valley to the tender cold plum as white as snow, indescribably tender.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fortunately, before my master left, she anticipated this and left me the Mind-bending Fragrance. This fragrance is particularly good at bewildering the mind, causing people to fall into a deep sleep, even Innate Realm Martial Artists cannot resist it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unfortunately, there are only three sticks, so I must use them sparingly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With her palace attire complete, she now appeared outside Jiaofang Hall as a youthful yet aloof woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sedan had been waiting outside the hall for quite some time, and with Noble Consort Cui’s ascent and command, the procession wound its way forward towards Taihe Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sparse starlight matched their approach to Taihe Hall, where they unexpectedly encountered another procession.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui’s procession slowly came to a halt. Once the opposing sedan was recognized, those standing immediately bowed with respect, \"We greet the Empress!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1075,"2026-06-06T13:34:09.114Z",1,"novelbin.me","9a75e86ca5110955a8e0cdd19e01e234ac59f128418a766bc5f3284bc4f5bb73","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-68","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-66",358,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-as-false-emperor-cover.jpg"]