Chapter Twenty-Three: Unbearable
Finally, Wei Ying walked to Princess Changle, just walked to the princess's side, suddenly there was a rush of footsteps outside, Wei Ying was startled, and hurriedly retreated to the side, at this time, the palace door was vigorously pushed open, the eldest grandson Guifei broke in with more than a dozen palace maids, seeing the scene in the palace, the eldest grandson Guifei's eyes flashed with anger, she didn't speak, just waved her hand, a eunuch stepped forward to cover the incense burner in the corner of the hall, several palace maids walked to the couch, helped Princess Changle up, and then a soft sedan chair used in the palace was carried in, and the palace maids helped the princess to the sedan chair, Quickly carry it away. Wei Ying looked confused, stepped forward and said: "Niangniang is finally here, has the little father-in-law already told the princess about the fainting of the princess, but when Niangniang sees Miss Lu'e, she will think that the minister may have gone the wrong way." ”
The eldest grandson and concubine said with a puzzled look: "The palace received a report that Changle was in danger, so he hurried here, but I didn't expect that it was Lord Wei who ignored the suspicion and was alone in the palace with Changle, and was about to ask you, what do you mean by that." ”
Wei Ying calmly told the matter again, the eldest grandson Guifei's face changed several times, and finally said: "I see, Lord Wei is also kind-hearted, but Changle is a widow, there is a lot of inconvenience, the adult should avoid suspicion, Zhou Shangyi, you go and bring Lu'e back to Cuiluan Palace, Lord Wei still has a will, let's go and do something." After that, the eldest grandson was about to turn around and leave. Wei Ying hurriedly said, "I don't know if the minister can go to greet him?" ”
The eldest grandson concubine hesitated slightly, but remembered which furnace of incense with aphrodisiac effect was secretly made in the palace, and finally said coldly: "No need, the lord is a foreign minister, so he should avoid suspicion." ”
Looking at the eldest grandson concubine in the distance, Wei Ying only felt cold all over his body, he knew that he had lost the beauty he had always dreamed of.
Returned to Cuiluan Palace, recruited the imperial doctor to come to check the pulse, saying that the princess was angry and attacked, and her body was weak, so she would faint, although the eldest grandson Guifei was a little strange, after all, for more than a year, Princess Changle was still in good health, but it was good that there was no big problem, but she hated Queen Dou in her heart, and her good daughter became like this after being summoned by her, how could she not make her heart ache unbearable. But this tone is unacceptable, she is the queen, and the prince is her biological son, what can she do. The more I thought about it, the more annoyed I became, and at this time, seeing that Lu E was brought back by Zhou Shangyi, she said angrily: "Lu E, this palace trusts you so much and lets you take care of the princess personally, although because you are young, I didn't let you be Shangyi, but this palace treats you well, why do you take revenge and frame the princess." ”
Lu E even screamed wronged, and argued: "The slave maid doesn't have this intention, the mother is aware of it, the situation is really critical, Lord Wei is also a concubine approved by the emperor, and the slave and maid really have no intention of framing the princess." ”
The eldest grandson concubine said angrily: "You still dare to quibble, no matter what kind of identity Wei Ying is, you have followed the princess for so long, and you don't know the princess's intentions, if you say that the palace is one step late, I am afraid that the name of Changle will be damaged, even if you are unwilling, you can only marry Wei Ying, no matter what the palace and the emperor think, you always have Changle's own permission, you cheap maid, act recklessly, if you damage the name of Changle, even if you die a thousand times, it is difficult to escape the blame, Zhou Shangyi, bring me this cheap maid down and beat him hard." ”
Several eunuchs dragged the crying Lu'e down, Zhou Shangyi went down to execute, the eldest grandson Guifei sat down tiredly, looked at Tian Shanggong beside her, and said: "Lu'e, this girl has always been favored by this palace, and she was specially sent to serve Zhen'er, I didn't expect to be so confused today, this palace wants to take her away tomorrow, what do you say?" ”
Tian Shanggong's expression moved, and he said in a low voice: "Niangniang, Lu E has followed Niang Niang for many years, and has served the princess for so long, she can always know some of the princess's thoughts, if she gets out, she is afraid of talking nonsense, which will damage the reputation of the princess. She must not be allowed to go out and talk nonsense. ”
Although the eldest grandson concubine has a heart surname of Cihe, but she has been in the deep palace for many years, and she is the respect of the concubine, where do you not understand what Tian Shanggong said is reasonable, her heart is ruthless, and her heart is Dao, for the sake of Changle's name, this palace doesn't care if you are innocent or have a heart. She didn't speak, just glanced at Tian Shanggong lightly, Tian Shanggong understood, went out and gave a look at Zhou Shangyi, who was being imprisoned, Zhou Shangyi understood, but after a while, the screaming outside suddenly stopped. Zhou Shangyi came back to report: "Qi Yu Niangniang, Lu E has been tortured and has died. ”
The eldest grandson concubine sighed: "Bury her well, and say to the outside world that she died of a sudden illness, and her family should also be well cared for." ”
Tian Shanggong said again: "Niangniang, the little eunuch Xiao Liuzi who reported the news this time should also be transferred to serve by Niangniang's side, so as not to let him leak the news." ”
The eldest grandson concubine was shocked, and said: "This child, he is a loss, if he hadn't seen this matter and came to report it, I was afraid, alas, Changle's surname was Zhenlie, if he woke up, I am afraid that he would rather die and be ashamed of the snow than be willing to marry." You go and arrange it, since this kid is so smart and loyal, let him stay on Changle's side, let him pay attention, and can't let these minions who eat inside and crawl outside harm Changle. ”
Tian Shanggong said with a smile: "The slave will do it, don't worry." ”
At this time, a palace maid came out and said, "Niangniang, Your Highness is awake." ”
The eldest grandson concubine hurriedly walked into the dormitory, only to see Princess Changle's bleak face, as soon as she saw her, tears rained down, the eldest grandson concubine stepped forward with a heartache, took Princess Changle in her arms, and said: "Zhen'er, what grievances have you suffered, tell your mother quickly, if someone is rude to you, your mother is desperate, and she will avenge you." ”
Princess Changle suffered for a long time, then stopped crying, and said the matter again, the more the eldest grandson Guifei listened, the more angry she became, she knew that the fan was her daughter's lovesickness, and now it was destroyed, no wonder she fainted with grief and anger, but the master of Fengyi is the emperor and can't do anything to her, thinking about it, the eldest grandson Guifei made up her mind and said: "Zhen'er rest assured, your second brother and they will not stand apart, you will always have a day of revenge, but it is just a fan, I will let Princess Yong give you another handful." ”
Princess Changle cried: "Mother, don't worry too much, Jiang-he is not in good health, if he hears this, he will inevitably be annoyed and hurt, the child is very worried, it is better not to let him know about this matter." ”
The eldest grandson concubine smiled bitterly: "You child, always think about others, okay, my mother won't tell them, but I have to go and say it to your father, I can't wronged you like this, even if I don't avenge you, I can't let your father force you to marry again." ”
Princess Changle sobbed and said, "It's all up to the mother concubine." ”
Leaving the Cuiluan Palace, the eldest grandson Guifei woke up from her anger, no matter how much the emperor favored Changle, after all, Queen Dou and the master of Fengyi were their mother and daughter who could not afford to offend, if they wanted to find justice, they were afraid that they would just make the emperor embarrassed, the more they thought about it, the more sad they were, the eldest grandson Guifei thought, at least let the emperor know about this matter, she knew that the emperor should deal with government affairs in the imperial study at this time, so she hurried there, and after getting permission, the eldest grandson Guifei stepped into the imperial study, but at a glance she saw Ji Guifei sitting next to the emperor, The eldest grandson concubine felt a chill in her heart.
Li Yuan saw the eldest grandson and concubine, and said with a smile: "Oh, why is Concubine Ai here today, it's just right, I want to invite the master of Fengyi to dinner in a while, and Concubine Ai will also go with you, you and the master of the door are also old acquaintances, and it is just right to catch up with the past." ”
The eldest grandson concubine was full of anger and turned into frost, she knew that it was absolutely impossible for Li Yuan to make decisions for herself, so she had to force her face and laugh and said: "The concubine is here to report to the emperor, Changle suddenly fell ill, and the concubine wants to send Changle to the dustless nunnery to recuperate for a few days." ”
Li Yuan was shocked: "I saw Changle a few days ago and was still radiant, why did I get sick today, did I declare the imperial doctor?" ”
The eldest grandson concubine was about to speak, but Ji Guifei said: "Your Majesty, Changle's body has always been weak, according to the opinion of the concubines, it is better to marry Changle as soon as possible, and it is better to be happy." ”
Li Yuan nodded slightly after hearing this: "Concubine Ai is reasonable, eldest grandson, what do you think, Changle's marriage has been delayed for a long time, and it would be good if he could be happy." ”
The eldest grandson and concubine said in a cold tone: "The emperor's intentions are good, but Changle's surname is stubborn, she has always refused to accept this marriage, I am afraid that the emperor's will will make Changle sick, if the emperor wants to think about Changle, let her recuperate." ”
Li Yuan is not a dull person, as soon as he saw the expression of the eldest grandson Guifei who dared to be angry and did not dare to speak, and then thought of the marriage of the queen and Ji Guifei who always talked about Changle in his ear, he knew in his heart that Changle had always been favored, when Changle married Nan Chu, but he had no complaints, which made Li Yuan feel ashamed so far, and now he is naturally unwilling to force her anymore, thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel angry in his heart, and said: "Ai Concubine, you will send Changle to recuperate in secret, pass on my will, let Roulan accompany Changle, Changle has always loved that child, so that her heart can be relieved. ”
The eldest grandson and concubine were overjoyed and said: "Thank you, Your Majesty, the concubine will send Changle out of the palace to recuperate." After saying that, he turned around and walked out of the imperial study, but Ji Guifei's face was a little uncertain. Li Yuan glanced at him and said lightly: "Changle, this child has sacrificed a lot for Dayong, I just want her to have a good life in the second half of her life, and there is no need to mention this marriage in the future, let her make her own decisions, I don't think Changle will do anything that is not in line with etiquette." ”
Although Princess Changle didn't want Jiang Zhe to know what happened today, it was a pity that it backfired, and I already knew the details. Speaking of which, in the harem where Fengyimen is extremely powerful, there are a few little eunuchs who dare to disturb the bureau under Fengyimen, Xiao Liuzi, formerly known as Liu Jie, he is one of the registered disciples of Xiaoshunzi.
At the beginning, I wanted to install a few people in the palace, but this matter is easy to say, but it is difficult to do, and now the power of the harem is in the hands of the prince and Fengyimen, if this secret agent leaks his identity, then not only will I be punished, but His Royal Highness King Yong will not be able to get rid of it, after I Jiang Zhe discussed the matter with Xiao Shunzi, after more than a month, Xiao Shunzi told him that he had done this matter, and his method was very simple, that is, to sneak to the periphery of the palace, In a few remote palaces to find a few qualified little eunuchs, Xiao Shunzi was born like this, naturally knew their suffering, so with their own identity and martial arts quickly got their worship and recognition, and then taught them some martial arts, in this way, they became Xiao Shunzi's registered disciples, know martial arts, plus Xiao Shunzi from time to time, they are like carved jade shines, soon, you will be able to do things, although this method is not very good, there are some troubles, But in desperation, I could only agree, and after I learned that the emperor had discussed the matter of the prince with Changle, I specially asked Xiaoshunzi to arrange for them to pay attention to the safety of the princess, so they were able to invite the eldest grandson and concubine to save the princess at the last moment. Because of this, I knew about it that night, although there are some things that Xiao Liuzi can't witness, but he can also guess some of them.
Hearing this, I only felt a sharp pain in my heart, vomiting blood, frightened Xiao Shunzi hurriedly summoned a doctor, until the middle of the night, my condition stabilized, lying on the bed, groggily remembered when the tragic death of Piaoxiang, the grief in my heart was unbearable, Fengyimen, Fengyimen, when you killed my Piaoxiang, now I want to harm the princess, if I can't eradicate you, I won't be blind.
When I woke up the next day, I saw Xiao Shunzi's self-blaming expression, he was blaming himself for not telling me about it, in fact, I would know sooner or later. After a while, King Yong and Shi Yu walked in, their faces full of concern, and Li Zhen asked anxiously, "Suiyun, why did you suddenly become ill." ”
I looked at King Yong's expression, he was so anxious, it moved me inexplicably, but that was the deepest wound in my heart, and it was also my reverse scale, this matter, I absolutely didn't want to talk about it, so I had to smile and said: "Let Your Highness worry, Zhe is just a recurrence of the old disease, as long as you rest for a few days, it will be fine, I don't know what the situation is outside now?" ”
Li Zhen said worriedly: "It's better to rest well with the clouds, and there is nothing urgent now." ”
I smiled bitterly: "I'm afraid it's going to be delayed for a few days, although I have diagnosed and treated the poisonous injuries of the little marquis, but now I can't afford to acupuncture for him, Xiaoshunzi, you use the acupuncture I taught you to acupuncture for the little marquis first, so that you can suspend the poisonous surname, I opened the prescription yesterday for him to take seven consecutive days, and then I will personally expel the poison for him, these days, the prince and Fengyimen should be busy discussing the mutiny with the king of Qi, His Royal Highness should monitor their actions well, although the old illness recurs, but it should not be a big problem, please rest assured, please rest assured, Every time the information is sent on time, if the minister relaxes during this time, I am afraid that the situation will be out of control, and then I will be ashamed of His Highness's kindness to me. ”
Li Zhen had no choice but to say: "Suiyun, you have to do what you can, Ziyou, you can discuss with Suiyun and share some more burdens for him, his body can't be damaged." ”
Shi Yu nodded and said, "Your Highness, rest assured, the minister will definitely do his best to assist Suiyun in his actions." ”
In the past few days of my recuperation, the information has come like flowing water, since the king of Qi returned to Beijing, the prince's forces have gone all out, and the army of the king of Qi has begun to move secretly, it seems that the king of Qi has completely invested in the prince's party, although I feel a little surprised, but it is obvious that Fengyimen is still preparing to mutiny, so we have not given up the plan.
King Qi's movements could not be concealed from King Yong and General Qin, but they could not be stopped, because King Qi's army near Chang'an was moving in various high-sounding names, and their goals could not be seen, so the armies of King Yong and General Qin began to raise their alert, and near Chang'an, the storm was coming.
In the cold garden, my body gradually improved, and I was almost tired and sick after acupuncture for Jiang Haitao, this time King Yong did not allow me to spend any more effort, and I could only reluctantly recuperate after a few disputes, anyway, now the military forces near Yongdu are clearly arranged by King Yong, and I can recuperate with peace of mind, anyway, if there is an emergency, King Yong has to come and ask me.
This time, I was looking at the lone book I had collected a few days ago in the room, and Dong Que came in and said, "Son, Master Jiang Xiaohou came to ask to see me." ”
I put down the scroll and said, "Why, can he get out of bed already, it's really a good foundation, I didn't expect to be healed so quickly." By the way, how about that? ”
Dong Que looked a little sarcastic and said: "I'm afraid he can't hide it, he may have been in a bad mood recently, the Huo family has been haggard these few times, and Lord Shao Yanshao, the attendant of the East Palace, has become suspicious." ”
I smiled faintly and said, "In that case, let this matter end, remember, it's better to make it boil." ”
Dong Que bowed and saluted: "My subordinates understand, there is one more thing, Li Ye just came back from outside, and left in a hurry, saying that King Qi seems to be under control." ”
I was stunned for a moment, and then smiled and said: "No wonder these subordinates of King Qi are so active, but they don't have King Qi's usual ruthless and sophisticated style, it turns out that someone is coercing the Son of Heaven to order the princes, that's it, it's okay, when the thunder sweeps the hole, it can be easier, wait for Xiao Shunzi to come back, let him come to see me, and tell him that I won't die so easily, if there is anything, tell me, at most I will let him deal with it, and I don't bother to think about it." ”
Speaking of this, I can't help but smile bitterly, now that King Yong and Xiao Shunzi are joining forces, I can hardly see the information outside, although they are for my good, but how can I rest assured?
Dong Que bowed down and agreed, turned around and went out, and after a while, Jiang Haitao walked in, although he was just recovering from the poison, his face was already healthy with blood, and his steps were still frivolous, but he was already very brisk. After coming in, he bowed down and saluted: "Haitao thank you Lord Jiang for saving your life, even if your old illness recurs, Haitao is really very uneasy, so I came here to greet you." ”
I pointed to the chair and said, "It stands to reason that the little marquis is a blood relative of His Royal Highness, and Zhe should not accept your great gift, but Jiang has finally spent his effort for you, and it is not too much to receive your great gift, little marquis, please sit down, I don't know if there is anything I want to discuss with Jiang?" ”
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