Marrying a concubine to seduce him and lure him into the game

Chapter 197: Going into danger alone

Time passed by minute by minute, but the Queen Mother still hadn't returned. The glimmer of hope in Su Rao's heart gradually dimmed.

Finally, the palace maid sent by Su Rao brought back the news.

Su Rao asked anxiously: "Where is the Queen Mother?"

Without seeing the Queen Mother, she had already confirmed in her heart that those ominous premonitions were most likely to come true, and a heavy feeling weighed on her heart.

The maid replied, "His Royal Highness said that the Queen Mother is feeling a little unwell and is currently being cared for in the East Palace. If Princess Yi is worried, she can go and visit her."

Su Rao's eyes instantly turned cold. This was clearly a naked threat, using the Queen Mother's safety as a threat!

Su Rao was faced with a dilemma: if she went to the East Palace, it would be exactly what Zhao Tingduan wanted; if she ignored it, the fate of the Queen Mother would be like a boat swaying in the wind and rain. Although Zhao Tingduan theoretically did not dare to do anything bad to the Queen Mother, he was almost crazy now and anything could happen!

The Queen Mother's love for her in two lifetimes made it impossible for her to sit idly by and let this loving elder fall into danger.

What's more, even if he didn't take the initiative to go there, Zhao Tingduan would definitely find other ways.

Without the Queen Mother's protection, Shoukang Palace is like a lamb to be slaughtered. Once Zhao Tingduan finds out that his goal has not been achieved, he will probably rob and plunder without restraint!

The sky of the capital was filled with blood and conspiracy, and Zhao Tingduan was in power for a time.

You are facing a desperate situation, and everyone's life is hanging by a thread.

How can I keep escaping just for temporary comfort?

After repeated considerations, Su Rao decided that going to the Eastern Palace was the only way out. Even if there were dangers ahead, she would still stand up.

"Mother Zhou, I have made up my mind. I have no choice but to go to the East Palace."

Most of the Queen Mother's confidants have scattered, leaving only Mother Zhou to depend on her.

Mother Zhou frowned and tried her best to dissuade him: "Princess, you must not do this. This is the prince's trick. You must not..."

Su Rao interrupted her without allowing any rebuttal: "Now that things have come to this, there is no other choice. I'll leave the matter of Shoukang Palace to mother."

Mother Zhou's face showed sadness and despair, and she couldn't help but ask herself, is there really no other way out?

Su Rao quickly wrote a secret letter and handed it to Mother Zhou: "When Prince Yi returns, please hand this letter to him personally."

The letter records everything she knows and is of vital importance to King Yi.

At this moment, all of Su Rao's reliance and expectations are placed on Prince Yi!

Mother Zhou was stunned when she heard this: "Why did the princess say that? Prince Yi...Prince Yi... "

Before she finished speaking, a faint glimmer of hope quietly rose in her heart, "Princess, can Prince Yi really come back?"

A glimmer of light flashed in Mother Zhou's heart. Prince Yi might be the only hope to change her fate.

"He will come back, and he will never let me down."

Su Rao's words were firm and unwavering.

Seeing her determination, Mother Zhou's despair was slightly reduced: "Princess, please rest assured. I swear to protect Shoukang Palace until my death!"

Su Rao nodded slightly, without hesitation, and stepped out of the door resolutely.

"princess!"

Mother Zhou called out from behind, her voice full of reluctance and worry...

Su Rao paused slightly, and the sunlight shone through the gaps in the clouds onto her shoulders, adding a touch of gentle light and shadow to this temporary rest.

She turned slowly, her eyes passing through the past years and falling on the familiar figure not far away.

"treasure."

Mother Zhou's voice was low and warm, like the breeze blowing past your ears on a spring day, carrying with it reluctance and concern.

"Take care of yourself too, we will definitely meet again."

Su Rao's words were firm yet gentle, and her eyes sparkled with hope for a future reunion, as if she was challenging an uncertain fate.

A complex emotion flashed across Mother Zhou's eyes. She was half-believing and half-doubting. The word "reunion" was like the stars in the distant sky. Could it really be reached?

……

Deep in the East Palace, the fragrance of rosewood lingered. Zhao Ting sat upright on the dragon throne, with the Queen Mother beside him holding a teacup. The two seemed relaxed, but the atmosphere was actually subtle.

Outside the window, the flowers in the garden are blooming, forming a sharp contrast with the depressing atmosphere inside.

"Grandmother, I found some new tea especially for you. It has a rich taste and a fragrant aroma."

Zhao Tingduan gently shook the teacup in his hand, his face filled with enjoyment.

The Queen Mother took a sip gently, but her expression did not relax because of the delicious tea. Instead, it became heavier.

"Don't waste your time, Rao'er will never set foot here!"

Her voice was calm and firm, as if she was warning or persuading herself. Her words revealed not only disappointment but also a hint of imperceptible fear.

Zhao Tingduan raised a scornful smile, as if everything was under his control.

"Grandmother, why don't we make a bet? She will definitely show up."

There was a hint of playfulness in his proposal, and he seemed very satisfied with his sure victory.

The Queen Mother did not respond, but only said coldly: "She will not come."

However, his eyes were calm, hiding emotions that were difficult to interpret.

At this moment, a palace maid came in a hurry, breaking the tranquility in the room. Zhao Tingduan and the Queen Mother looked at each other at the same time, and a tense atmosphere filled the air.

"Princess Yi, we've arrived."

As soon as the palace maid finished speaking, Zhao Tingduan's lips curled up into a determined smile, while the expression on the empress dowager's face became more solemn, as if a dark cloud was quietly covering it.

Zhao Tingduan was secretly proud of himself as he looked at the empress dowager's almost stiff expression. The elders who used to be in awe of him now had to dance to his will. The fickleness of human nature and the vicissitudes of the world were vividly reflected at this moment.

As the door curtain was gently lifted, Su Rao's figure slowly appeared. Every step was as light as the wind, with unspeakable calmness and confidence.

Zhao Tingduan's eyes were burning with expectation and provocation. He said in an almost boastful tone, "Princess Yi, please come in."

The Queen Mother's eyes became sharper and her brows were furrowed, as if she was looking for some answers from Su Rao. There was both scrutiny and reproach in her eyes, which was complex and indescribable.

Su Rao knew clearly that her trip would make the old lady worried and blame her for ignoring the danger and taking the risk alone.

She hid her worries with a smile and was about to call Zhao Tingduan "King of Qi", but unexpectedly caught the subtle change in his expression and quickly changed her words with a hint of sarcasm in her voice: "Your Highness the Crown Prince."

After the greetings, Su Rao walked gracefully towards the Queen Mother, smiling sweetly, her eyes full of concern: "Queen Mother, I heard that you were feeling a little unwell, and I was very worried. Are you feeling better now?"

The Queen Mother wanted to reprimand severely, but under Su Rao's gentle care, her anger quietly dissipated.

However, for Zhao Tingduan, her anger was like a ignited wildfire, burning more and more fiercely.

"I am fine, but someone is just trying to be mysterious."

There was a sharp edge in the Queen Mother's words. Although she didn't say it explicitly, everyone knew who she was referring to.