C88 (2/2)

The carriage had a peaceful and happy atmosphere that spread throughout the entire journey.

As the sun set, the last rays of sunlight lost their radiance under the cover of the dark clouds.

The distance between Blue Cloud Temple and capital was a day and night, and because of Empress Dowager Cheng's orders, everyone rested in the depths of the mountains and forests for the night. Tomorrow, they would head to Blue Cloud Temple.

As Bai Zhixi and Jun Mohan had been sleeping during the day, they were not sleepy at all. They sat on the mountain rocks as they blew at the cold wind and roasted the flames, looking at the hidden moon in the sky.

After all, he was responsible for the empress dowager's safety. It was the new year, but when it came to the matter of Hong Mei, everyone was worried.

The next day, the sky in the east turned white, and the ground also gradually brightened up. Everyone began to pack up their luggage as they headed in the direction of the Biyun Monastery.

Shortly after they left, a group of masked men in black riding horses stood where they had rested the night before. The horse's hooves were stained with some yellow mud and its tail was wet. It must have chased him through the night.

”Sir, the soil is still warm. It seems that they have not gone far.”

The man dressed in black spoke respectfully to a middle-aged man wrapped in a gray robe.

”Chase at full speed.” If I meet Jun Mohan, I will kill him secretly. Listen to my orders, and don't alert the enemy. It alarmed the empress dowager of the Dongjun Kingdom, and delayed Master's grand matter. ”

The gray-robed man was mounted on the bay horse. His exposed eyes had a lazy look, but the depths of his eyes were absolutely cold and chilling. His voice was extremely cold.

The horse's mane was long and loose, and it proudly held its head high as if it was its master.

”Giddy …”

The man shouted loudly, and everyone began to chase after Bai Zhixi and the rest.

And at this time, Bai Zhixi and the others didn't know that the danger was approaching, they were still laughing and talking along the way, feeling extremely uncomfortable.

Fortunately, the distance from the temple to the temple wasn't too far. It only took them four hours to reach the foot of the mountain. Even so, they had managed to escape a calamity.

The Jade Cloud Temple was located on top of the Yunluo Mountain. The grand and majestic temple was decorated with an ancient style and solemn style. The cold winter and hot summer weather made the scenery even more beautiful. Due to the rules set by the Biyun Temple, everyone had no choice but to abandon their carriages and climb up the stairs step by step.

Climbing the stone steps, one could see that the Blue Cloud Temple was situated in a snow-covered forest. The surrounding trees, flowers, and plants were all bent over by the snow, adding an inexhaustible splendor to the magnificent temple.

Although the sun was high, it was extremely cold at its highest point. There was still an unmelted snow on the ground. A bone-piercing cold wind blew, sending chills down their spines. The young ladies of the Shangguan Family couldn't help but shiver, but they endured the discomfort and worked hard to climb up.

”Amitabha, this old monk pays his respects to the empress dowager!”

Just as he arrived at the temple entrance, he saw a bald old monk with a white beard saluting to the empress dowager.

”Amitabha, Reverend, sorry to disturb you.”

The empress dowager had a benevolent expression on her face as she clasped her hands together, returning Grandmaster Kong Chen's greeting. She was like a different person from the usually aloof and aloof empress dowager.

”You flatter me. This old woman has already ordered the monks to clean the rooms. Esteemed empress dowager, please!”

Upon hearing these words, a mysterious and benevolent smile appeared on Kong Chen's aged face. His voice sounded casual, as if everything was under his control.

When the empress dowager heard her words, she suddenly turned around and gave the people behind her a profound look. Her eyes were filled with cold warning as she walked in slowly after a long while.

Upon seeing the empress dowager's icy gaze, all the young ladies were shocked. They exchanged glances but didn't speak a single word as they followed behind her in silence.

In that instant, he understood that they were all women who were born that day. They probably came to Jade Cloud Temple to let Buddha confirm the matter of the Phoenixis Maiden.

Furthermore, every empress of the Dongjun Kingdom would come to the Jade Cloud Temple to stay for a few days before entering the palace. They would bathe in Buddhist music, soak in blessings, and bring good luck to the Dongjun Kingdom in order to be able to enter the palace.

The ladies of the emperor's household were already speaking softly and cautiously, hoping to show their best side in front of the empress dowager. If not, then the position of imperial concubine would bring honor to the family.

”Xi Er, listen to me, I didn't do it on purpose just now. ”I originally wanted to go with you, but the princess' words couldn't be disobeyed either. It's already …”

Amongst Sang Sang's noisy crowd, Bai Zhixi was squeezed till she was dizzy. She stood firm with much difficulty, not wanting Shangguan Jingyan to grab onto her hands tightly.

Hearing Shangguan Jingyan's panicked voice, she turned around, only to see her beautiful face filled with worry and guilt.