"The Empress Dowager. The crown princess and the crown princess left the prince's palace together."

What the. The Queen Mother frowned. Why is the crown princess with the princess of the Yi Kingdom. At this juncture. Don't the side concubines know how to measure?

"The Queen Mother. Do you stop them?"

The Queen Mother thought for a moment. Originally, he ordered people to stare at it. And there was no emphasis on them to hide. That princess of Yi must have also discovered the person she had sent. Now he is still with the side concubine openly. What exactly are you happing with?

"No. Just follow them. Move on as soon as there's a movement."

"Yes."

In the Imperial Garden. The appearance of Xiyue immediately attracted countless eyes. Du Yuanxiu specially kept a little distance from her. I'm afraid she'll do it again like last time. Anyway. She has to keep the baby in her belly.

Xiyue didn't care about Du Yuanxiu, who was vigilant at that time. She silently looked around. Sure enough, I found a lot of guards hiding in the shadows. And they don't seem to be afraid of themselves. Or maybe they deliberately want to warn themselves not to act rashly.

"The Crown Princess."

Du Yuanxiu called a few times on the side. In front is the palace of the second prince. And Xiyue looked absent-minded. At the moment she regretted it a little. Shouldn't you agree to come with Xiyue?

"Ahh Sister rest assured. My sister really wants to help His Royal Highness the Crown Prince this time. After a while, he entered the palace of the second prince. I'll leave it to my sister."

……

No man's garden. It's so calm that it's like it's isolated from the rest of the world.

Gazebo. The woman sat quietly in front of the chessboard. But just staring at the black and white chess pieces above. There was not the slightest movement.

"Mother's ......"

Wu Huiyun raised her head at this time. But there's news from His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

The palace maid shook her head slightly. It's the crown princess and the side concubine who are visiting."

Wu Huiyun was slightly surprised. This kind of time. What are they doing here? These days. The two highnesses did not return to the palace. Wu Huiyun was less frightened. But he was a little more sorrowful.

The Marquis of Changyuan once went to the palace to see her privately. Actually said to her. Maybe there will be a drastic change in the DPRK and China. I want her to serve His Royal Highness well. Wu Huiyun immediately inquired about the prince, and there has been no news so far. And the emperor and the queen seem to be in a bad situation. And what does the father mean......

Wu Huiyun's heart didn't have much joy. She is not favored by the second prince. Even if it's really as my father said. It's just a change of identity. But it's not going to get any better. And there will be more women entering the palace. Maybe. Her fate will be even worse.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince...... She couldn't help but worry about him. Let's be honest. Wu Huiyun's heart did not want Dongfang Rui to sit on the throne of the crown prince. The torment of these days. It has already left her disheartened. She knows no matter how much she pleases. can't get Dongfang Rui's heart. He loathed himself in the beginning. There has never been half a point of tenderness.

She began to feel nostalgic for the old days. At least when she was still the concubine of the Hou Mansion. She could see His Royal Highness the Crown Prince smiling at her. Even if it doesn't mean much. At that time, she was full of anticipation. And now. All she had left was exhaustion.

"The Emperor's Brother and Sister ......"

Xiyue's friendly smiling face gradually approached. Wu Huiyun stood up calmly. And her gaze fell on Du Yuanxiu's face. Surprised to find. When she saw the crown princess again, she didn't have the same jealousy in her heart as before.

Because of the present self. It doesn't seem to qualify for jealousy. Some. It's just a sentiment about fate.

"See the Crown Princess. Crown Princess."

"The emperor's brother and sister are not in good health. Don't be polite." Even now. Xiyue did not forget to maintain a friendly attitude.

Du Yuanxiu discovered. In Wu Huiyun's body, she can no longer feel the edges and corners. Her eyes weren't as bright as they used to be. Instead, it has a thick layer of gray.

She didn't have a good time in the palace. So much so that she wore away her pride.

Du Yuanxiu deeply sympathized with Wu Huiyun. Because in the midst of this harem. They're all the same people. I can't get my husband's heart. I don't have a close friend. There is just endless loneliness and loneliness.

"I don't know if the two royal sisters-in-law are here today. So what's going on?" Wu Huiyun no longer greets Xiyue like before. The calm voice did not make the slightest wave.

Xiyue looked around for a while. Wu Huiyun immediately understood what she meant. Go down."

Soon. The three of them were the only ones left in the courtyard.

Xiyue deliberately lowered her voice. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's whereabouts are still unknown. I don't know what news the emperor's brothers and sisters have."

Sure enough, they are here for His Highness's business. Wu Huiyun's eyes showed a little clarity. However, his expression did not change much." This matter has been handed over to the Prime Minister. How can my sister have any news?"

"Then my brother and sister do you think. What strange actions have the Second Highness had in the past few days?"

Strange moves. Wu Huiyun's expression was a little unnatural. Du Yuanxiu and Xiyue immediately glanced at each other. Looks like she knows something.

However, the other party fell silent for a while. Doesn't seem to be very willing to speak.

"Brother and sister. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince used to treat you well. Now His Highness is in trouble. My brother and sister won't sit idly by." In fact, Xiyue has known for a long time. Wu Huiyun has affection for Dongfang Xu. She didn't come here to inquire about news. Now it's a change of heart. Maybe you'll get some useful information from here. You can use it to make a deal with Dongfang Rui in exchange for your own life.

Now the prince is in trouble. Wu Huiyun knew that if she said the wrong thing. It can cause a lot of trouble. But at this moment, she is unwilling to deny her feelings for the prince at the beginning. She hopes to prove it. I'm not for the position of the crown princess. I like Your Highness.

"His Royal Highness often does not return to the palace. I don't know ...... either."

"Your Highness will not return to the palace. It's where it went." Xiyue seems to have heard some useful news. There is a light in the eyes.

……

Palace gate.

"Who's coming?"

"Bold. Don't you even recognize the carriage of the Prime Minister's Mansion?"

Then. A pair of white and slender hands stretched out from inside the carriage. Gently lift the curtains." This official has something important to do."

The two guards were expressionless. There is an order in the palace. No one is allowed to enter the palace for these two days."

"Gibberish. Why didn't you hear about it this morning?" The guard next to the carriage snorted coldly. Ji Jin raised his hand to stop him. So what about tomorrow morning."

"I'm just following the orders of the palace."

Ji Jin understands. It looks like the other party has already done it. I'm afraid that tomorrow will be early. In addition to the officials of the previous dynasty. No one can enter the palace.

Then. Behind him, a fertilizer truck drove slowly. Sure enough, he was stopped by the guards.

"These are the flower fodder that the palace needs."

Several of the guards glanced at each other. Immediately leaned over with his sword. The weapons in their hands pierced into the feed mercilessly. As if I'm afraid of someone hiding inside.

"Alright. Let's go inside."

"Wait. Lift your head up." One of the guards stopped the coachman. He scrutinized the man's face. Let's do a closer search." Why haven't I seen you. Not allowed in."

"What. Every time the feed is sent in small quantities......"

Ji Jin looked at the guards meaningfully. I'm afraid this group of people is new. Really. The guard's eyes flickered. They avoided the Prime Minister's gaze." Hugh quibbled. You are not allowed to enter the palace."

"But...... No more fertilization. The Queen Mother's favorite pots of flowers ......"

Then. Ji Jin had already gotten out of the carriage and stepped over." It's not as good as this. The official alone brought this cart of feed into the palace. Don't embarrass a few travel duties."

"How can this work? How can the Prime Minister do such menial work?"

"This official also has something important to do. These are the critical times. The palace fears that the assassins will infiltrate the palace. And it makes sense to do that."

Several of the guards glanced at each other. After a few thoughts." The Prime Minister understands the righteousness so well. Impress your subordinates. The Queen Mother loves those flowers so much. If the fertilization is delayed. My subordinates can't afford it. Then you will be wronged......"

"It doesn't matter."

Ji Jin opened his sleeves very calmly. Both hands grasped the handle. Slowly dragged into the palace. He didn't see the playfulness in the eyes of the guards.

……

In an uninhabited courtyard." Your Highness. It's time to come out."

A man got out from under the car. He's covered in dirt. Ji Jin looked at the fine crumbs on the top of Dongfang Xu's head. The man in front of him fiddled a few times without paying attention. Wronged Your Highness."

"The Prime Minister can tow this cart. What am I worth?" The palace people came and went along the way. Everyone saw Ji Jin's embarrassed appearance. Presumably tomorrow. The prime minister's embarrassment will spread throughout Kyoto. And he just hid under the car and no one saw him. Compared to Ji Jin. He's not wronged at all.

The two looked at each other and smiled. Then he looked around for a moment." This side courtyard is not guarded by guards. But the surroundings of the Nine Dragons Hall and the Phoenix Hall must not even be able to fly in. Maybe. It would be easier to see the Queen Mother."

Ji Jin saw that Dongfang Xu didn't speak. I knew that he wanted to go to the emperor and queen to check on the situation first." Your Highness. It is imperative to inform the Queen Mother as soon as possible. The minister did not dare to fly the pigeon without permission to pass the book to the Queen Mother. I'm afraid that someone will intercept me halfway. Only with the support of the Queen Mother. Your Highness can stand rightfully on top of the court."

Dongfang Xu sighed lightly. He knew that what the prime minister said was reasonable.

"Your Highness. Let's get dressed quickly."

Ji Jin took out a burden from the grass on the side. Open it and take a look. Inside is a complete set of palace clothes. Dongfang Xu glanced at him suspiciously. Ji Jin smiled slightly. This is what Wechen prepared before. Just in case."

"......" this prime minister. Sometimes I really feel jealous of his cleverness.

Put on this palace dress. Wear a mask that has been prepared beforehand. Ji Jin took a look. I couldn't help but be stunned. Isn't this the father-in-law Yu in the Empress Dowager's palace who likes to apply grease and powder. Dongfang Xu specially imitated the tone of Father-in-law Yu. Orchid fingers are in the hair." Prime minister. Without further ado."

“…… Good ......"