Xiao Ce didn't want to say more at first, but when Qin Zhao mentioned the matter again, he simply made it clear: "I plan to find an opportunity after the year to dissolve the harem."
He didn't want to mention the matter prematurely because there was no actual timetable yet.
At this moment, because Qin Zhao once again mentioned the promotion of the status of his concubines, he might as well let Qin Zhao know his plan earlier.
Qin Zhao was completely dumbfounded when he heard this and looked at Xiao Ce blankly.
"I remember you mentioned this to me before. My answer must have made you sad. I couldn't help you." Xiao Ce squeezed Qin Zhao's palm.
In the past, he felt that rules were more important than anything else. The existence of concubines in the harem was reasonable and was a rule passed down by ancestors from generation to generation. The existence of concubines in the harem could also restrain the ministers in the court.
Now he feels that there are many people in the harem, and there are many right and wrongs. Since they are just decorations, it is better to let these women leave the palace and maybe find another good match.
It took Qin Zhao a while to return to normal, and she laughed dumbly: "Don't you think this is against the rules, your Majesty?"
Of course she hoped that there would be as few people in the harem as possible, but after mentioning it that time, she also thought about it.
There are some decorations on the left and right, it doesn't matter if you keep them or not.
Qin Zhao looked at Wu Xirou with complicated eyes.
There are always people in the world who can't get what they want, but she and Xiao Ce are attracted to each other and love each other, so they are the lucky ones.
It's better than being trapped in the palace and never seeing hope, right?
It would be a good thing if these women could leave the palace and regain their freedom. I am afraid that there are many like Yun Ran who would not want to leave if they have the chance.
Disbanding the harem is not an easy task.
"I know it well, you don't need to worry, just take care of the pregnancy." Xiao Ce said softly.
"Nothing, just asking." Qin Zhao stopped continuing the topic.
"Little Master..."
Qin Zhao deliberately stayed with Wu Xirou and said to her: "Sister, please accompany me for a walk."
However, this was not the result of Xiao Ce deliberately seducing Wu Xirou, and there was no way to blame Xiao Ce, just like she had accidentally provoked Xiao Yi.
These concubines in the harem are all noble daughters selected by famous nobles, and each of them has a good background. Having people in the harem equals the family's reputation, and these are all closely connected.
Qin Zhao's beautiful eyes half-bent: "Let's find a suitable time to deal with this matter after that year. I'm afraid that if the emperor raises this matter, it will cause turmoil in the court."
If she had no memory of her previous life, if she had not fallen in love with Xiao Ce at first sight in this life, maybe she would be willing to find another way out.
She tried her best, but if she couldn't stay like this, what hope was there for such a day?
"My slave feels that if there is a chance to leave the palace, it would be a good thing." Fangruo pondered for a moment and expressed her thoughts: "My master is still young, talented, and has a clean body. It would be a good idea to leave the palace."
A way out."
Qin Zhao was silent for a moment and then asked: "Sister, how do you feel about the palace?"
After that, Wu Xirou came with Cui Jieyu, and Qin Zhao briefly explained: "The affairs of the harem are quite simple now. The Sixth Bureau and the Twenty-fourth Division will also cooperate with you. The New Year matters in recent months will be handed over to you."
On your hands. If you two don’t understand something, you can come to me to discuss it without being formal."
She remembered that she had already asked Wu Xirou if she would be willing to leave the palace if she had the chance. Wu Xirou's answer at that time was that she wanted to stay because Xiao Ce was in the palace.
Wu Xirou left Kunning Palace with a heavy heart. Fangruo saw that she was in a low mood and asked, "But the queen is embarrassing the young master?"
"Sister, if you have anything to explain, just tell me." Wu Xirou looked directly at Qin Zhao.
But having loved someone like Xiao Ce, it was impossible for her to settle down with other men. She was sure that she couldn't do it.
Since Xiao Ce was here, the two of them did not dare to stay for a long time and planned to say goodbye and leave.
"You don't need to persuade me anymore, I won't leave under any circumstances. The Emperor is here, and I'm happy to see him from a distance every now and then. That's also my sustenance. But if I leave the palace, I may not be able to come in again. I won't be able to leave again."
I can't see the person I like either. No one is me, and no one can make decisions for me, not even the Queen!" Wu Xirou choked with sobs and walked away quickly.
Aren't people like He just unwilling to leave?
"I was too pedantic before and didn't know how to adapt." Xiao Ce admitted his mistake frankly.
"It's good. As long as you stay safe and contribute to the glory of the family, you will have endless glory and wealth." Wu Xirou said her words from the bottom of her heart.
Wu Xirou stepped forward to help Qin Zhao: "Sister, please be careful."
Wu Xirou and Cui Jieyu should be at the same time.
Upon hearing this, Wu Xirou let go of Qin Zhao's arm and asked hoarsely: "Is there something wrong with my sister?"
Sometimes she had to admit that Wu Xirou was so devoted to Xiao Ce that she couldn't even be jealous.
"I don't want to leave the palace." Wu Xirou had her own insistence.
We really should wait until the day when the harem is disbanded, since it's still early anyway.
She has no desires and desires anymore. She just wants to live the rest of her life peacefully in the palace without getting into trouble or causing trouble. Isn't this okay?
Qin Zhao felt uncomfortable when he saw Wu Xirou's red eyes.
Even the former Princess An can make peace with her, so why can’t the young master?
Even if you are a widow, it is a blessing to be able to enter the palace.
She would rather Wu Xirou was as calculating as before...
In order to prevent herself from getting into trouble again, she even stopped using Liuli and only kept Fangruo by her side to serve her.
Of course, Qin Zhao knew that Xiao Ce knew what was going on. He never liked to talk about things, and usually expressed them through actions.
Qin Zhao was not surprised at all by Wu Xirou's answer, "If one day you have to leave the palace, will you be willing?"
Wu Xirou thought of Qin Zhao's previous temptation and felt a little dazed: "My sister asked me more than once if I would like to leave the palace. If it is anything else, I don't care, but I want to stay in the palace."
In the past, she always felt that she and Wu Xirou could not get along, and she never thought that one day she and Wu Xirou could live together so peacefully.
Considering the emperor's affection for the queen and his never walking around the harem, the other concubines had no hope for their lives.
Judging from Xiao Ce's tone, he had already planned to disband the harem, but he never showed it. If she hadn't brought up the idea of promoting concubines this time, he probably wouldn't have revealed this plan at this time.
Qin Zhao stood in the corridor and heard Wu Xirou's heartfelt words.
Only then did she realize that Wu Xirou's obsession with Xiao Ce was deeper than she thought.
That's right, Wu Xirou also loved Xiao Ce in her previous life, right? A person who has experienced two lifetimes of not getting what he asked for in both lifetimes naturally has a deep obsession.
When the day comes to disband the harem, where should Wu Xirou go?
"It's so cold, what are you thinking about here?!" Xiao Ce's voice sounded behind her.
