Chapter 1 — The Poinsettia's Husband and Wife's Oath Under the Moon That Year

When I was born, my mother held my hand and stood under the blooming begonia bushes all over the yard, speaking slowly and deeply:

"Wuan Uyen, a woman living in this world, her heart must be like this begonia flower."

“It can bloom brilliantly, but it can also fade away decisively…”

“But you absolutely must not rely on others to survive.”

She gently stroked my hair, her eyes were gentle but serious.

"True hearts are difficult to seek, vows are easy to change."

“If I don't meet someone who is truly faithful in the future…”

“What I hope for the most is not living in glory and wealth.”

"But no matter what time it comes, I still have enough courage and support to turn around and leave."

Those words... I once engraved them deep in my heart. Among countless people who came to seek marriage, I only chose one person from a cold background, To Mac Ngon. Just because under the bright moonlight that year, you once made an oath facing me.

"Yuen Uyen, I To Mac Ngon will definitely pass the gold medal in this life, use the phoenix mandarin to take her as my wife, this heart is only for you, absolutely not betrayed."

Sure enough, he passed the poinsettia. At the banquet, Quynh Lam was also praised by the saint himself. On the day of his glorious journey, he rode his horse with his head held high, wearing a flower on his chest, amidst thousands of people watching, the first thing he did was ride straight to the front door of the Co family, loudly announcing.

"The Uyen Uyen family is where my heart is, the only wife in this life."

Hong covered ten miles, making the whole city admire. I used to think that I had reached the happiness that my mother once talked about. Found someone called "unchangeable loyalty". But unexpectedly, it all lasted only three years. After To Mac Ngon entered Han Lam Academy, work became increasingly busy. I understand the great will in your heart, and wholeheartedly take care of all the big and small matters in the palace, I just hope you don't have to worry about anything behind. He often returned late at night, his body full of fatigue. I personally warmed up the soup for him. He held my hand, a look of guilt in his eyes.

"Uyen Uyen, you have worked hard. Wait until the day I stand in the highest position in the court, I will definitely let you enjoy all the glory and wealth."

I smiled and shook my head slightly.

“Mac Ngon, I don't need glory, I just hope your heart remains the same as in the beginning.”

He nodded, but his eyes sometimes wavered slightly, then quickly avoided. I'm not completely unaware. It's just that I don't have the heart to use malice to speculate that the husband I once loved with all my heart also cherished me like a treasure. Until that day, there will be a flower reward party at Thi Lang Bo Lai palace. I originally didn't plan to come, but Lady Thi Lang personally sent an invitation. During the banquet, the ladies laughed and chatted, but every time I passed by, they suddenly lowered their voices, their eyes mixed with a vague pity. Lady Thi Lang smiled and pulled the hand of a lady standing next to her.

"Lady To, you haven't seen her yet, right? This is my niece, Lieu Y Y, just arrived from Giang Nam, Y Y, quickly meet Mrs. Poinsettia."

The young lady bowed slightly and bowed, her voice as soft as water.

“Y Y introduced himself to his wife.”

I raised my eyes and my heart suddenly sank. Lieu Y Y has phoenix eyes and eyebrows, her appearance is like a painting, and her light blue dress accentuates her softness, making people vulnerable. have a cold. But what surprised me the most was this. Her five senses are five or six points similar to mine. The only difference is that she is more gentle and submissive, like a delicate vine that needs protection. As for me, because I was taught by my mother since childhood, between my eyebrows I always retain some noble and independent parts. During the banquet, I faintly heard a few whispers.

"See, Miss Lieu family's personality. I heard that the first time To Pou Nguyen met her at Thi Lang's palace, she was surprised..."

"Isn't that right? I heard that recently, To Nguyen often came to Thi Lang's palace to discuss matters, and each time he was absent-minded and absent-minded..."

The words behind were so quiet that they could no longer be heard clearly. But each word is like thin needles, quietly piercing deep into my heart. On the carriage back to the palace, my mind was in turmoil. The fingertips were cold and even trembled slightly. When it's time for dinner, To Mac Ngon rarely leaves early. His expression showed a joy that was hard to hide, but mixed with some hesitation that was not convenient to say.

“Yuan Uyen…”

He gave me a piece of food, his voice still gentle as usual.

"Today at Thi Lang's residence, you met Miss Lieu family, right?"