sick princess

"Your majesty, the concubine refuses to obey, the concubine refuses to obey! The root of this matter lies in the imperial concubine and the fifth princess, why is the concubine the one who was punished the most!" Concubine Zhuang lost all her appearance, but she failed to win Zhaode The emperor showed no mercy.

Emperor Zhaode didn't even look at the woman who lost her composure, but said coldly: "Drag on."

Compared with Zhuang Guifei, no, the abandoned concubine Zhuang's family, Huang Guifei's performance is much smarter.Just now she was pleading for the fifth princess, but when she saw that the situation was not good, she immediately changed her tune.

"The matter of Princess Longevity is Han'er's fault. It is time for Han'er to learn some lessons. Parents should have far-reaching plans for their children and should not condone their wicked behavior. Han'er will understand the emperor's painstaking efforts. As for the concubine ... Although the concubine released someone by the emperor's side, it was out of concern, but in the end it violated the palace rules, and the concubine was willing to accept the punishment. If the emperor did not find out the existence of that person in time and wake up the concubine, the concubine would only I’m afraid I’ll make the same mistake again and again.”

The imperial concubine's words of admitting her mistakes were very sincere, but there always seemed to be some other meaning hidden in the words.

When Emperor Zhaode heard what the imperial concubine said, he couldn't help but think a little more.

After the incident happened, the people who came to him found out the identities of the three spies, and the whole process seemed to go too smoothly.Of course, Emperor Zhaode did not doubt the abilities of his subordinates, but even in the past, his subordinates found out the identities of those spies, and it took a lot of effort to obtain the corresponding evidence.

But this time, it was as if someone had prepared those materials and stuffed them into his hands.

But is it possible?In the palace, who else has such ability?Prince?

Thinking of the prince's mediocre performance in the court, Emperor Zhaode denied this guess.The prince is fledgling, so he probably doesn't have this ability yet.Perhaps, this time, he was overthinking.

Seeing that Emperor Zhaode didn't seem to suspect the prince, the imperial concubine felt a little regretful.However, she has always been an extremely patient person, and she doesn't care if things can be done in a while.Furthermore, the situation has developed to the present, and it is not all bad things.

Don't look at this time, Zhuang Guifei was abolished, and even the imperial concubine was neglected by Emperor Zhaode, but the price paid by the empress family was not small.If the teacher cannot be invited back in time, I am afraid that Princess Longevity will not be able to survive this time.

As long as the long-lived princess dies, the queen's line will lose the biggest bargaining chip.At that time, the ones who can have the last laugh will probably not be the queen and the prince.

Empress Xu looked at the hypocritical face of the imperial concubine, wishing to rush forward and tear off that layer of skin, but she finally held back.

"The emperor has praised the imperial concubine for her understanding of righteousness many times. In the past, I always didn't believe it, but now, I have to accept it." Empress Xu said this with a bit of sarcasm: "It is said that the daughter is like her mother. If the fifth princess If I can get half of the true biography of the imperial concubine, I think in the future, the imperial concubine will not have to worry about the five princesses anymore."

If the imperial concubine really understands righteousness, how could the fifth princess follow her mother's example and develop such an arrogant temperament?He even did things like letting wild cats scare Baoluo!Everyone knows that cats are the most wild and unruly, let alone wild cats?If it went crazy and hurt Baoluo, the consequences would be disastrous.

Even though it was not the fifth princess who pushed Baoluo down the steps, the fifth princess's intentions are not without sinister.

"It's good to know your mistakes. I only hope that the imperial concubine really knows her mistakes in her heart, not just talking about them. In the future, I will just look at the performance of the imperial concubine."

After Empress Xu said these words unceremoniously, she said to Emperor Zhaode: "The concubine is very worried about Baoluo's situation. Now, I will go back to guard Baoluo first, and the concubine will resign."

She and Emperor Zhaode had never been a loving couple, and Emperor Zhaode allowed her to continue sitting in this position, not because of her lying in front of him.That being the case, she might as well be more casual.

Under such circumstances, even Emperor Zhao De couldn't argue with her for such a degree of disrespect.

Seeing the back of Empress Xu gradually going away, the imperial concubine's hesitant voice sounded in Emperor Zhaode's ears: "...the empress, compared to before, it seems that she has changed a lot. I have never seen such a dignified empress before. Where's the lady?"

"Everyone will change, just like you, the imperial concubine, you have changed a lot since you entered the palace." Emperor Zhaode stared at the imperial concubine, with some emotion in his tone: "I originally thought that this imperial palace had never changed you. But it's only now that I realize that this is just my illusion..."

In Emperor Zhaode's view, Empress Xu's change was understandable.As a mother, she is strong. Although she is weak, for the sake of the child, being strong is nothing.But the imperial concubine made him feel a little strange...

The imperial concubine's heart tightened, and she didn't dare to say anything, for fear of self-defeating.

In the next period of time, rather than fighting with the empress, regaining Emperor Zhaode's favor and trust is the most important thing for the imperial concubine.

Ever since Princess Longevity fell into the water, things have been out of the imperial concubine's control.One wrong step, one wrong step, now she can no longer stand any mistakes.

At the same time, in the East Palace, the prince was talking with his staff.

"Your Highness, you were too impulsive this time. Not only did you use our power to investigate the case, but you also directly brought the information of the three spies to the emperor. Our power was almost exposed to the emperor. Although the emperor didn't find out about us, I'm afraid he already has doubts. Your Highness, you must be more cautious in your words and deeds in the future, otherwise, our strategy of keeping a low profile will be ruined."

"There's no need to mention such things in the future. My sister is still lying on the bed, life and death are uncertain. If Gu knows who the murderer is, but dare not speak out for my sister, is Gu still a person?"

"Your Highness, don't be emotional..."

The crown prince shook his head: "I will not sacrifice my mother and sister for anything. I fight for that chair in order to give my mother and sister a stable life. If I lose my mother and sister, even if I sit on that chair , everything is meaningless to Gu.”

Hearing this, the staff member said with emotion: "Your Highness is a person who values ​​affection."

Such a person may not be able to become the best emperor, but he must be a master worth following.

No one would like to follow a ruthless and ignorant monarch. Under such a person, when you are no longer useful, what awaits you will be a situation where all the birds are hidden and the rabbit is dead.

"This time we will do our best to find the national teacher, even if it will expose our power, we will not hesitate. My sister's life is the most important thing to Gu, understand? As long as I can save my sister, all other troubles will be solved. Not too much trouble!"

The staff member nodded.

They couldn't be more clear about the significance of Princess Longevity to the East Palace. With Princess Longevity, no matter how unfavorable the prince is, as long as he doesn't make a mistake, his position will always be stable.Therefore, the subjects of the East Palace were naturally very concerned about the safety of Princess Longevity.

"The Emperor's mother clan, the Lan family, has also recently sent people to investigate the location of the national teacher. If our people find the national teacher, we may be able to use the name of the Lan family..." In the name of the Lan family, you don't have to be in the court of Emperor Zhaode. The power of the Eastern Palace is exposed under the nose.

The prince waved his hand: "This plan is feasible, but right now, finding the national teacher is still the top priority..."

The prince discussed with his staff again, and then went to Fengyi Palace.

Since Da Baoluo was injured, the prince took some time every day to wipe the sweat on Baoluo's forehead, pinch the quilt, feed her some medicine, or talk for a while in front of her bed.

For this younger sister, the prince felt distressed and guilty.

The younger sisters of other people's families are all held in the palm of their families, leading a carefree life.Only his younger sister dragged her sick body to plan for him at a young age, using her immature body to protect him.

Of course the prince knew how smart his sister was.Even in the royal family, he had never seen a child as intelligent as her, who could understand the plots of the harem at such a young age.

Maybe it's because he feels that his life is not long, but since he became sensible, Baoluo has forced himself to grow up at the fastest speed.However, her mind is so heavy, it makes her body weaker...

If possible, the prince would rather that she not be so smart, and only wish that she could grow up healthy and healthy like an ordinary child.It's a pity that this is always a luxury dream for them who are in the center of the storm.

"Your Highness, you are here. The empress is waiting for you."

Hearing this, the prince knew that the interrogation in Qianyuan Palace was over.

"My lord, thanks to your godmother's words, my concubine calmed down the situation, and both the Zhou family and the Zhuang family were convicted." Queen Xu has always been gentle, let alone in front of others. What are you talking about.However, after saying those words in front of Emperor Zhaode, she gradually found the feeling that she would be able to learn those words by herself in a short time.

"Unfortunately, the emperor is really partial to the Zhou family. It is clear that Zhou's handwriting was involved in this matter, and the punishment for her is still so mild. It is really hateful." Regarding the result of this time, not only Mrs. Zhuang was dissatisfied, and Queen Xu was also dissatisfied. The judgments of Mrs. Zhou and Mrs. Zhuang differed too much.

"Father has always been kind to the Zhou family, and it's not the first day that the mother knows about it. The Zhuang family has no children, so it's not a big deal if it is abolished. As for the Zhou family, not only is the father's favorite, but also a princess and two princesses. The prince's mother and concubine, even if it is for the sake of the princes and princesses, the father will not touch the Zhou family easily."

Empress Xu listened, lowered her eyes, remained silent for a while, and then said: "Although the Zhuang family has no sons, there is a family of the Zhuang family behind them, and the father of the Zhuang family is now in use. The emperor's punishment is unfair, isn't it afraid that the hearts of the subjects will be chilled?" Is it?"

"If you were afraid, father wouldn't do this. General Zhuang has always been cautious, and I'm afraid he wouldn't question father about this matter. However, the Zhuang family will definitely have a grudge against the imperial concubine's natal Zhou family because of this matter. , I can use the Zhuang family for me..."

"That, that..." Thinking of the disused concubine Zhuang Shi who was just thrown into the cold palace, Empress Xu just wanted to ask if she should send someone to take care of her, but then she thought, Zhuang Shi was also one of the people who participated in the murder of Baoluo , Empress Xu couldn't say what she said.

The prince seemed to see through what Empress Xu was thinking, and shook his head at her: "Mother, you can do whatever you want, and you don't have to take special care of Mrs. Zhuang for any reason. No matter what, Mrs. Zhuang is a harm For those who lost my sister, we and the Zhuang family may use each other in the future, but we cannot have a heart-to-heart friendship."

Empress Xu breathed a sigh of relief when she heard the words: "That's fine."

"Empress, His Highness the Crown Prince, Mrs. An Guogong and the Prince An Guogong have entered the palace. They want to come to greet the two masters and visit His Royal Highness the Princess again." The servants at the side reported.