Qi Kuan and Zhi Chun both looked shocked, "Master, have you ever alienated the Emperor and Prince He?"
Xianyue gave an overview of what happened that year, and then sighed: "It's a good thing that the original strategy didn't succeed, otherwise the grudge in the emperor's heart may not be gone for the rest of his life." After that, she said to Qi Kuan: "No matter what.
How about you, just come back safely, and we can discuss the remaining matters slowly."
A Luohu said: "Master, I have been thinking about this for a long time. Perhaps... we can really use the help of Prince He for this matter."
Xianyue frowned and said: "You also heard what Qi Kuan just said. Prince He knows that he is lying, so how can he help us?"
"My slave knows, but..." A'luo rolled his eyes slightly and said something that surprised Xianyue, "What if we tell the truth?"
Qi Kuan was the first to say: "How is this possible? According to the master, the prince and the master have a close relationship and are loyal to the emperor. If the truth is told, he will definitely tell the emperor about it. When the time comes,
The emperor will think that it is not good for the master because he cannot accommodate Concubine Yu and her son."
"It is true that the master and Prince He have a quarrel, but they also indirectly saved his life. Judging from the appearance of the prince and me yesterday, I think the events of that year have been forgotten, and... he seems to still have affection for the master."
Xianyue scolded: "Nonsense. I have no relationship with Prince He for a long time. How could he have such thoughts? Also, if your words are heard by outsiders, you will spread rumors and cause trouble in front of the emperor."
, if you stir up trouble, I and Prince He will be in trouble."
A Luo lowered his head and said, "I know I'm guilty, but I'm not talking nonsense. Back then, I and the prince were obsessed with my master. Although I later realized that my master was using him, and turned against my master, that affection can't be broken off with just words."
Yes, I just buried it, otherwise Prince He would not have rescued Qi Kuan today, and he would not have blamed Qi Kuan at all even though he knew that Qi Kuan had lied several times."
"With Prince He as a person, as long as we meet him, he will definitely not leave it alone, so what you said is nothing." Before A Luo could speak, she added: "Okay, I don't want to do anything anymore.
Listen to this nonsense and get out."
A Luo did not listen to Xianyue's words, knelt down and said: "Master, the biggest disadvantage for us is that we have no power outside the palace. You know this better than the slaves. Although it is not obvious for a while, in the long run, even if the master tries his best to think about it,
, it is still inevitable to suffer losses, for example this time, if we had the power to rely on, why would Liu Erniang be allowed to escape, and why would Qi Kuan be injured?!"
Xianyue was silent for a moment and said: "Most of my family members are dead. Even those who are lucky enough to be alive will be sent to Ninggu Pagoda or the northwest and will never be allowed to return to the capital."
"My servant knows that, so I want to take advantage of Prince He's power." She paused and said, "Prince He has a deep brotherly relationship with the emperor and is loyal. If he finds out that someone is fooling and plotting against the emperor, he will definitely not stand by and watch, and will definitely investigate to the end.
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"What if Prince He thinks that the master and son are deliberately plotting against Concubine Yu and her son?" Faced with Qi Kuan's words, A Luo shook his head and said, "No, Prince He has seen with his own eyes how injured you are today.
We are the ones being calculated."
Xianyue looked at the delicious food on the table, but had no intention of using her chopsticks. She said in a cold voice: "Of course what you said makes sense, but we are not with the prince. No one can predict what he will do when the time comes.
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"I know this, but if I don't take advantage of it, I'm afraid we won't be able to catch Liu Erniang in our lifetime, and we won't be able to prove that the vision and auspiciousness of the fifth elder brother's birth are all fake. He Prince... is the only opportunity that I can think of!"
"Hong Zhou..." Xianyue murmured these two words, but she still did not agree with A Luo's words. "I don't want to have anything to do with him anymore. This will be good for both him and me."
Seeing that Xianyue remained unmoved, A Luo said a little eagerly: "Then the master will let Concubine Yu deceive her and do whatever she wants?"
Xianyue said in a cool voice: "Even without that Liu Erniang, I can deal with the Corriette family, and I won't let her continue to be complacent."
"Concubine Yu has many tricks and deep thoughts. It's not that easy to deal with her. It's not easy to find a flaw. If..."
Xianyue interrupted A Luo and said: "I have made up my mind, you don't have to talk about it anymore, and you are not allowed to mention this matter again in the future!"
Seeing her resolute attitude, A Luo had no choice but to swallow his words and lower his head to agree. However, what Xianyue never expected was that Hong Zhou actually appeared in Yanxi Palace in the afternoon of the next day.
"I see you, your concubine, and your concubine is safe." Faced with Hong Zhou's gift, Xianyue said in surprise: "Prince He? How did you come here?" Although Hong Zhou is the prince, he is still not allowed to enter the harem forbidden area without permission.
If someone knew about it and reported it to Hongli... I really can't imagine what the consequences would be.
Hong Zhou saw the panic in Xianyue's eyes, smiled slightly and said: "I escaped from the disaster thanks to the grace of the empress, so I specially requested the emperor's order and came here to thank the empress for saving my life."
Hearing what was going on, Xianyue felt relieved and motioned for him to sit down and said: "I met the prince at the Yangxin Hall the day before yesterday. The prince has already thanked me, so why bother coming here all the time.
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Hong Zhou glanced at Qi Kuan, who was standing aside, and said, "Qi Kuan must have told your Majesty what happened yesterday. I also want to ask your Majesty why I want to find that Liu Erniang?"
Xianyue put down the tea in her hand and said coolly: "Didn't Qi Kuan already tell the prince about the reason?"
Hong Zhou immediately said: "I can tell whether what Qi Kuan said is true or false. I came here today just to ask clearly. If the empress really has something important to do with Liu Erniang, I am willing to do my best to treat it as if it is true."
To repay the empress for saving her life."
Xianyue nodded slightly and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty, but I don't dare to bother Your Majesty with these trivial matters."
Seeing that he came here specifically to inquire about this matter, Xianyue resisted and refused to say more. Hong Zhou was also a little angry. He stood up and said: "Since the queen has said this, I don't dare to say more, so I will take my leave."
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Seeing Hong Zhou about to leave, A Luo quickly said: "Your Majesty, please wait." After Hong Zhou stopped, she knelt down and persuaded: "Master, since Your Majesty is willing to help, why don't we tell the truth, if you have
If you are worried, you can make an agreement with the prince not to tell the emperor until the matter is found out. I believe that the prince is a man who has made a huge promise and will definitely not break the contract!"
Xianyue stared at her and said coldly: "Do you remember what I told you last night? Don't mention it again!"