Yun Shang's hand holding the teacup suddenly tilted, almost spilling the tea in the cup. Yun Shang quickly came to her senses, with a flash of eyes, she picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea, and
The tea cup hid the surprise in his eyes.
When Yun Shang finished drinking the tea and put down the cup, her expression had already returned to calm.
"Concubine Shu is joking. Now that the Empress is banned from the Weiyang Palace, something has happened to Concubine Xiang. In the harem, she is the only one who is respected now. The glory has long been in the hands of the empress." Yun Shang Qian said.
Smiling, his eyes fell on the tea cup, looking at the pink peach blossoms painted on the celadon cup, but his mind was spinning rapidly.
Concubine Shen Shu has been in this harem for so long, so she naturally understands that if the women in the harem do not have a son and a half to rely on, no matter how noble they are, it is still unknown whether their lives, not to mention their glory, can be saved after a hundred years as the emperor.
Although King Qi is just a fake prince, as long as Xia Huanyu doesn't say that he is a fake, King Qi will still be Concubine Shen Shu's reliance. But now because of the incident with the eldest princess, Concubine Shen Shu's identity has been revealed, and King Qi may also be exposed.
Xia Huanyu regarded him as an abandoned son and threw him away without hesitation.
King Qi can no longer rely on him, and Concubine Shen Shu may have seen more clearly that in Xia Huanyu's hands, she is just a chess piece that can be discarded at any time. She can only find her own backer to protect her glory and wealth.
The Seventh Prince must not be able to do it. The news that she is a secret guard should soon reach the Seventh Prince's ears. Previously, she pretended to be with the Seventh Prince and the eldest princess, but in the end she betrayed the eldest princess. The Seventh Prince must not be able to do it.
Will trust him again.
Looking at all the princes of the Xia Kingdom, Prince Qi could not rely on him, and the seventh prince did not dare to rely on him. Concubine Shen Shu had only one choice left.
Yun Shang raised the corner of her mouth, and there was a hint of coldness in her eyes. The harem is indeed the place that can change a person the most. Concubine Shen Shu was originally just a secret guard, but after enjoying the glory and wealth, she could no longer let it go.
.
But Concubine Shen Shu had forgotten that she saw Concubine Shen Shu betraying the eldest princess with her own eyes, so how could she trust her again?
Concubine Shen Shu frowned slightly and stared at Yun Shang steadily: "I believe that Princess Rui is a smart person and will not understand what I am going to say."
Yun Shang didn't respond. Concubine Shen Shu paused for a moment before slowly laughing again: "That's all. Today I just invite Princess Rui to come to Shuya Palace for a cup of tea. If Princess Rui walks out of Shuya Palace
, when the palace people saw the unhappy look on the princess's face, they thought that I had bullied the princess. Forget it, let's not mention this. I have nothing to do, so I will chat with Princess Rui and talk about Princess Rui.
Something that might interest you."
Yun Shang looked at Concubine Shen Shu with a smile and raised her eyebrows, "Oh? I don't know what it is?"
Concubine Shen Shu thought for a while and then said with a smile: "Let's talk about Master Liu Yinfeng."
Yun Shang's eyelids twitched, but she couldn't help but smile brightly: "I seem to remember that just now, Concubine Shu said that she would talk about something that would be of interest to me. I don't know when I will tell Liu
Are you interested, sir?"
"Haha..." Concubine Shen Shu covered her mouth and laughed, "I am not saying that you are interested in Mr. Liu, I am just saying that Princess Rui may be interested in this matter. I remember that at the end of the year before last, outside Kangyang City,
The person who is the enemy of the princess is Mr. Liu, right?"
Yun Shang listened silently, and then she heard Concubine Shen Shu said with a smile: "I have also heard that Mr. Liu almost killed Prince Rui. Has Princess Rui ever been curious about this Liu Yinfeng?
He doesn’t hold any official position, and in terms of background, he is just Liu Situ’s adopted son, so why is he so favored by Your Majesty?”
Yun Shang raised her eyebrows and slowly raised the corners of her mouth. She was indeed curious about this matter. But she didn't know what kind of story Shen Shufei would tell.
Concubine Shen Shu laughed slowly: "I'm afraid Princess Rui already knew why Liu Situ became the superior of Situ. It's all because he has a daughter who flew up to a branch and became a phoenix. Liu Feixue is Liu Feixue.
Concubine. One year after the death of Empress Hua, he entered the palace and received all the favors. Many people said that just because Liu Feixue was somewhat similar to Empress Hua, His Majesty transferred all his love for Empress Hua to Concubine Liu.
Liu Yinfeng was recommended to Your Majesty by Concubine Liu."
Concubine Shen Shu narrowed her eyes as if she was reminiscing: "At that time, Liu Yinfeng was known as a child prodigy. He was less than ten years old, but his words and deeds were somewhat clearer than adults. He was also proficient in astronomy, geography, military strategy, and everything else.
His Majesty was very fond of Liu Yinfeng when he first met him. Everyone felt that Liu Yinfeng would definitely have a bright future. This was also the case. His Majesty always regarded Liu Yinfeng no matter when he was attending court in the Tai Chi Palace, discussing matters in the Assembly Palace, or even entering and leaving the harem.
The wind carries you around."
"Everyone feels that Liu Yinfeng is young and doesn't understand love. Therefore, even though Liu Yinfeng, as a foreign man, goes in and out of the harem every day, everyone is used to it. Until..."
Concubine Shen Shu's eyes looked a little deep, and her voice was tinged with a bit of sternness: "Up until the death of Concubine Liu, everyone in the palace said that His Majesty went crazy and killed Concubine Liu by mistake. And each of them said it with certainty.
It’s like seeing it with your own eyes.”
"Due to Concubine Liu's death, Liu Yinfeng fell seriously ill. Everyone knew that Liu Yinfeng had always had a good relationship with Concubine Liu, so they just thought it was because he had lost his close sister, and they sympathized very much.
His. That day was the fifth day after Concubine Liu's death. His Majesty went down to court and went to Concubine Liu's palace to offer incense sticks to her according to the custom of the previous days. Liu Yinfeng was also there, looking pale and in low spirits.
His Majesty was offering incense, and he was very close to Your Majesty, so when no one in the palace was paying attention, he raised his dagger and stabbed His Majesty..." Concubine Shen Shu suddenly raised her voice, and a flash of light flashed in her eyes.
Yun Shang frowned. Liu Yinfeng had assassinated Xia Huanyu? If that was true, how could Xia Huanyu allow a person who hated him to be around him, and even entrust him with important tasks?
Soon, Concubine Shen Shu gave the answer.
"But the dagger stopped when it was less than an inch away from His Majesty's chest. Liu Yinfeng's face turned pale, and tears suddenly fell from his eyes. He cried and yelled at His Majesty, saying that he should not let go
Liu Feixue stayed with His Majesty, saying that Your Majesty got Liu Feixue but did not know how to cherish it. He loved Liu Feixue deeply and originally wanted to protect her silently, but there was no one to protect her."
Concubine Shen Shu curled her lips, "Later, Liu Yinfeng said that he should have stabbed him with the knife to avenge the person he loved deeply, but Concubine Liu once told him that His Majesty is a good emperor, and I hope Liu Yinfeng
Help him well. He said that he just didn't want to disappoint Concubine Liu. After saying that, Liu Yinfeng threw down the dagger in his hand and left the palace."
"Dare to assassinate Your Majesty, and His Majesty did not punish him?" Yun Shang still looked calm, took a sip of tea, and then said softly.
Concubine Shen Shu shook her head, sighed softly and said: "Your Majesty asked the guards to let him go, and ordered no one to mention the matter. The next day, Liu Yinfeng came to accompany Your Majesty to the morning court as usual, as if something had happened.
None of this has ever happened, but I have never set foot in the harem again."
Concubine Shen Shu stopped, picked up the teacup, took a sip of tea, and said no more.
"It's a good legendary story. I'm just sorry for my stupidity, but I still don't know. Is there anything in this past event that interests me?" A confused look flashed in Yun Shang's eyes.
After Concubine Shen Shu heard what Yun Shang said, she continued: "Later, Liu Yinfeng repeatedly made outstanding achievements in the court. His Majesty also wanted to grant Liu Yinfeng official titles, but he was rejected by Liu Yinfeng one by one.
Over the years, Liu Yinfeng has been standing by His Majesty's side, more loyal than any minister in the court. Therefore, His Majesty once promised that the new emperor must be recognized by Liu Yinfeng and assisted by Liu Yinfeng.
.”
Yun Shang's hand holding the tea cup suddenly paused, and then she laughed, "It's rare to hear that a king of a country will make such a promise to someone who is not a minister, but if Mr. Liu is really as loyal as Concubine Shu said,
, and he’s talented, so that’s not an exaggeration.”
Concubine Shen Shu laughed when she heard this, "Yes, but I feel that this move is a bit unfair to..."
Even though Concubine Shen Shu hid the middle name, Yun Shang could clearly understand who she was talking about.
Yun Shang smiled lightly but did not respond, so Concubine Shen Shu continued: "The Seventh Prince is Liu Feixue's son. Liu Yinfeng had personally taught him for a long time before, and he also loved and cared for the Seventh Prince. I am afraid.
, Liu Yinfeng loves both the house and the crow, but he lost his justice, stood on the wrong team, and chose the person he shouldn't have chosen."
Yun Shang raised her eyebrows and said with a smile: "This is not unfair. If Mr. Liu chooses the Seventh Prince, it means that the Seventh Prince is also outstanding and is worthy of recognition in Mr. Liu's heart.
You are a wise king. Since your majesty trusts Mr. Liu so much and dares to make such a promise and entrust the country to each other, my wife also believes in Mr. Liu's vision."
An obscure look flashed in Concubine Shen Shu's eyes, and she didn't speak for a long time. After a while, she said, "Maybe, I am a little tired after talking to Concubine Rui about so many things today..."
Yun Shang naturally heard the hint in the words, stood up with a smile, and saluted, "Then I will take my leave first."
Concubine Shen Shu sneered, nodded, and then Yun Shang slowly retreated.
After leaving Shuya Palace, Yun Shangcai also sneered, "I'm so full of tricks that I can't wait to write my purpose on my face. I've gone around and said so much, but she just wants me to unite with her."
Get up and deal with the Seventh Prince together."
Qinyi smiled and put a cloak on Yunshang.
Yun Shang sighed softly, turned around and looked at Qin Yi, "I didn't know that I have become a piece of cake in the eyes of others. Everyone wants to fight for it, and everyone wants to snatch it."
Qin Yi smiled and said: "Why should Princess pay attention to it?"
Yun Shang nodded lightly, "I don't want to pay attention to her, but she is a concubine in the palace. If I didn't ignore her, I'm afraid I would be called disrespectful."
As the master and servant talked, they left the palace, got on the carriage, and walked to Prince Rui's Mansion. (To be continued)
