After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

After leaving Prince Xiang's Mansion, night had quietly fallen. The moonlight gently spread on the bluestone road like fine gauze, adding a bit of tranquility and depth to the journey home.

In the carriage, Biluo spoke carefully: "My queen, do you really want to help Princess Xiang?"

Zheng Xiyan sighed softly, "Although your majesty is young, his mind is beyond ordinary people. He was hesitant on the matter of King Xiang because of the situation in the court. The ministers either missed the old friendship or sought personal gain, and they all pleaded for King Xiang. However, your majesty had just ascended the throne, so he put stability first and did not want to easily stir up trouble, so he put the matter on hold for the time being."

"Prince Xiang's power is deeply rooted in the court. As long as Prince Xiang is not removed, Ji'er will never be able to sit on the throne in peace. But if we act rashly, there may be a big change. Only by proving Prince Xiang's guilt can everything be settled. Princess Xiang is the key chess piece." When she said this, Zheng Xiyan's eyes became unusually sharp.

Hearing this, Biluo looked even more worried: "But, Madam, if the King of Xiang falls, isn't there still the Crown Prince of Xiang? If those court officials who supported the King of Xiang turn around and support the Crown Prince of Xiang, won't something unexpected happen again?"

Zheng Xiyan smiled gently. In that smile, there was both a calmness towards the world and a deep understanding of power struggles. "Prince Xiang? He is nothing to worry about."

"How do you see that, Madam?" Biluo asked in confusion.

Zheng Xiyan said in a gentle voice: "Although the child is filial and innocent, he does not have the cleverness and cunning of his father. The King of Xiang never trained him as an heir, not because he has no talent, but because of his character. The King of Xiang has actually excluded him from the power struggle."

"So that's it!" Biluo sighed, a glimmer of sudden enlightenment flashed in his eyes, "King Xiang, in the eyes of the world, is a wise and strategic king. I didn't expect that his only bloodline did not inherit that amazing talent, but instead appeared to be so disappointing in the eyes of the world."

Zheng Xiyan raised her hand slightly, and her fingertips brushed across the cup of tea that had been prepared on the table like a light feather. The fragrance of the tea rose up and spread all around, bringing a refreshing feeling that was refreshing.

"Not striving for success may be his greatest luck." Zheng Xiyan opened her red lips softly, shook her head slightly, then took a sip of tea and said in a deep voice: "In this vortex of power and intrigue, the winds and clouds are surging, and the waves are treacherous. Only by being wise and foolish can one find a quiet place in this turbulent sea and protect oneself. This is a rare wisdom."

Biluo heard this, her eyes were full of admiration and gratitude, "Your Majesty, what you said is very true. I will learn from your teaching."

The carriage slowly stopped, and the wheels rubbed gently against the stone road, making a steady and long sound. Outside the carriage, a guard in armor, with an upright posture and a solemn face, gently knocked on the door, and his voice was full of unquestionable respect: "Empress Dowager, we are here."

Inside the car, Biluo frowned slightly when she heard the words, a flash of surprise flashed in her eyes, and then she quickly regained her composure. She opened her red lips and said, "So soon?" After that, she raised her slender hand and slowly opened a corner of the curtain. Her eyes swept through the window and saw not the magnificent palace gate, but an ancient, elegant and magnificent mansion. The four characters "Fanyang Lu Mansion" on the lintel were vigorous and powerful, revealing the accumulation of years and the glory of the family.

Zheng Xiyan, sitting upright in the carriage, tilted her head slightly when she heard the words. She nodded gently, signaling Biluo to understand. Then, Biluo understood, stood up lightly, put his hands lightly on Zheng Xiyan's arms, and carefully helped her out of the carriage.

There were already servants waiting in front of the Lu Mansion. When they saw the Queen Mother coming, they hurriedly ran in to report. Not long after, Lu Xuan, dressed in court robes, walked out of the mansion steadily, followed by a group of family members and servants. The scene was spectacular.

"Your humble servant Lu Xuan did not know that the Empress Dowager was arriving. I am sorry for failing to come and greet you. I hope you will forgive me!" Lu Xuan bowed and saluted, his voice loud but humble. Although he was in his forties, his face was resolute and his beard was neatly trimmed, which added a bit of maturity and stability to his temperament. His every move showed the demeanor of a great man.

Seeing this, Zheng Xiyan's lips curled up into a gentle smile. She slowly stepped forward a few steps, helped Lu Xuan up with her own hands, and said in a soft and kind voice: "Lord Lu, please don't be so polite. I came here casually, and I am sorry for being rude." Her eyes were full of admiration and respect for Lu Xuan.

Upon hearing this, Lu Xuan remained expressionless. He bowed again and said in a low and magnetic voice: "Your Majesty the Queen Mother, you are too kind. I am flattered. It is a great honor for our family that your Majesty can visit the Lu Mansion." His posture was always just right, neither disrespectful nor humble, which made people admire him.