vrcanaries Chapter 579 Concubine Xian investigates Chu Xiyan again
Chapter 579 Concubine Xian investigates Chu Xiyan again
Then there is only the second possibility left.
Shen Zhinian raised his eyes and asked, "Did the Yangxin Palace summon the imperial physician yesterday?"
Yuan Bao nodded and said, "Your Majesty, the ladies in the palaces are all very concerned about your Majesty's health, but Xiao Huizi said that your Majesty summoned the judge of the Heyuan Court only to check on his pulse."
This matter alone is fine, but when combined with the change in the emperor's attitude towards the third prince, it is enough for Shen Zhinian to analyze a lot of things...
Everyone knew that the third prince was growing slowly, and there had been all kinds of rumors about this in the palace. However, since it was a serious crime to make irresponsible remarks about the heir to the throne, no one dared to bring this matter to the surface.
Now it seems... Could it be that the emperor finally found out from He Yuanpan the reason why the third prince was developing slowly?
In order to compensate the third prince, he gave Concubine Shu a lot of respect?
Of course, these were just Shen Zhinian's guesses. She had no idea of the specific situation.
However... Shen Zhinian has confidence in himself and the Fourth Prince.
No matter how much the Third Prince is the eldest son, Shen Zhinian will definitely seize the position of Crown Prince for Ah Xu!
At this time, Shen Zhinian was sitting on the soft couch by the window, holding an account book in his hand, but he was not looking at it carefully. Instead, he seemed to be thinking about something.
Handan replaced a new cup of hot tea for her and asked curiously, "My queen, are you still thinking about the Third Prince?"
Shen Zhinian shook her head: "The Third Prince is only ten months old. Even if His Majesty treats him well, I am not afraid of such a young child."
"I was just thinking... that Xi Yan is really interesting."
When she first surrendered, Shen Zhinian had someone investigate her background, but found nothing wrong.
Later, Xiyan turned around and went to serve in Yongshou Palace, but said that the only person she was truly loyal to was Shen Zhinian.
Shen Zhinian asked Xiao Mingzi to ask her why she did this, but she didn't get the answer. She only said that if the virtuous concubine ordered her to do so, she would do it even if she died.
There was also some curiosity in Fuqiu's eyes: "Madam Shufei is not an easy master to serve. Xiyan became her personal maid so quickly, which shows her ability."
"Especially since Cuizhu is almost old enough to leave the palace, Xiyan will have a bright future if she follows the Empress Shufei."
"So... I also find it very strange. She has a bright future in Yongshou Palace, so why would she pass on the news to us in private?"
"You can't say that she sneaked into Yongshou Palace just to be an undercover agent for our queen..."
Fuqiu didn't believe that Xiyan was so loyal to the Empress.
Shen Zhinian's eyes flashed with contemplation: "...There are indeed many abnormal and unreasonable things about her."
"Unless...she has a grudge against Concubine Shu and deliberately approaches Concubine Shu for revenge, then everything makes sense!"
Handan was surprised and said, "But Xiyan is only ten years old. She has never even seen Concubine Shu before. How could she have any grudge against her?"
"Besides, didn't the queen also send people to investigate Xi Yan?"
Shen Zhinian pondered and said, "As long as you have money in the capital, it is not difficult to forge a new identity."
"Besides, I didn't take Xi Yan seriously at the beginning. I just ordered people to do a general investigation."
"It's different now. She is Concubine Shu's personal maid. If I really want to use her, I must find out everything about her!"
Otherwise...what if Xiyan has bad intentions and turns against her one day?
Fuqiu understood: "Madam, do you mean to ask the master to investigate her carefully?"
Shen Zhinian nodded slightly: "Besides that, I also want to know if she will tell me the truth."
"Xiao Mingzi, find a chance to tell Xiyan that I want to see her."
Xiao Mingzi bowed his head and said, "Yes."
He had met Xiyan several times and felt that although the little girl looked weak and frail, she was actually very tough.
Xiao Mingzi also didn't want her to have any second thoughts about the Empress.
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Changchun Palace.
Ruoli walked in from outside: "Madam, Concubine Wu wants to see you."
"Invite her in."
"Yes."
These days, Wu Changzai has become a frequent visitor to Changchun Palace.
She walked in familiarly and bowed to Concubine Liang who was sitting in the main seat: "I pay my respects to Concubine Liang. May your majesty be blessed with good health!"
Concubine Liang said in a gentle voice: "Sister Wu is here? No need to be polite, please take a seat."
"Ruoli, serve the tea."
Ruo Lifu said, "I obey your command."
The two drank tea and chatted for a while, and then Wu Changzai told her the purpose of her visit today: "...To be honest, I want to ask the queen for some advice."
Concubine Liang looked at her with a smile: "Sister Wu, if you have anything to say, feel free to speak up."
Wu Changzai said truthfully: "My Lady Liang Fei, ever since the New Year's Eve Palace Banquet, I can clearly feel that His Majesty's attitude towards me has become much colder."
"What the harem lacks the least is beauties like flowers. I am worried that if this continues, Your Majesty will completely forget about me."
"I hope that Lady Liangfei can show me a clear path..."
Concubine Liang likes to talk to smart people.
She did not answer Wu Changzai directly, but asked: "Sister Wu, do you know why you were favored in the first place?"
Wu Changzai looked a little embarrassed...
Of course, it was because Your Majesty had seen many stunning beauties, and it was very fresh to suddenly see a beautiful girl like Concubine Hao.
But before His Majesty's novelty towards Concubine Hao wore off, Concubine Hao's face was injured. Her temperament was similar to Concubine Hao's, so she took advantage of the opportunity.
Although this was the truth, Wu Changzai was too embarrassed to say it out loud, and only said: "...Maybe, Your Majesty finds me new and fresh."
Concubine Liang smiled slightly: "In this case, it is a good thing that Your Majesty ignores Sister Wu."
"After all, if Sister Wu accompanies me all the time, this sense of novelty won't last long."
"Sister Wu, why don't you take this opportunity to think carefully about how to use new things to arouse His Majesty's interest again?"
Wu Changzai lowered his head and thought.
Soon, she stood up and bowed: "I understand, thank you for your understanding!"
Concubine Liang smiled slightly: "We are all sisters in the harem, no need to be polite."
Concubine Hao took these words very seriously, but Concubine Wu did not take them to heart.
If she had no use, would Concubine Liang be so good to her?
She stood up and said, "If there is nothing else, I will not disturb Her Majesty Liang Fei and will take my leave first."
Concubine Liang nodded: "Ruoli, send Sister Wu out."
Ruoli responded and made a "please" gesture: "Changzai Wu, please come this way."
When she left Changchun Palace, Concubine Hao happened to come over.
Seeing the other person getting off the sedan chair, Wu Changzai stopped and bowed: "I pay my respects to the noble lady Hao, may the noble lady be blessed!"
Ever since Concubine Hao felt that the grudge between her and Concubine Wu was settled, she was too lazy to make things difficult for the other party.