Chapter 66 Similar Eyes and Frown Eyes

The Yiyang Marquisate has a deep connection with the Great Zhou royal family. The old marquis Meng Xiang followed the late emperor in his uprising since he was young. At the age of seventeen, he followed the late emperor in his campaigns and made outstanding military achievements.

Meng Yan's maternal grandfather, Ning Zhonghuai, had taken care of the late emperor's pulse for many years and even saved the late emperor's life in an assassination attempt.

The Meng family was a family of loyalty and righteousness, and the Zhou Dynasty royal family trusted them very much.

The Yiyang Marquis' Mansion was also the solid backing for Lu Hao to kill the regent and seize power in the court.

The court was in a critical situation at the time, with several loyal veterans at the border. It was difficult to put out a nearby fire with distant water. The leader of the Imperial Guard, Qin Heng, had an ambiguous attitude. Although there were many loyal officials among the civil officials, they could still curse at each other, but they absolutely could not resort to violence.

At the critical moment, Lord Meng came up to the palace with a sword, beheaded Qin Heng in the palace, took control of the royal guards, and finally stabilized the situation.

Therefore, no matter what the relationship between Lu Haozhi and Meng Yan is, Yi Yang Hou Mansion is his right-hand man.

However, because of this, the Meng family has become a thorn in the eyes and flesh of a group of powerful people, especially the civil officials.

This Western Expedition was a long journey, and the Zhou army was at a disadvantage in terms of timing, terrain, and conditions, making it extremely dangerous.

Although Meng Changwei, the son of Marquis Yiyang, is a talented young man, he does not have much experience in marching and fighting. Pushing him into battle is a sinister act.

However, Lu Haozhi couldn't find a second suitable candidate at the moment.

The war broke out in the southwest, and forces on all sides were watching covetously. If he was not careful, the world would be in chaos. All the generals he could use were sent to various places to take charge, and the imperial guards were guarding the capital, and they could not be moved easily.

Previously, the general he had chosen suddenly fell ill with malaria and was so sick that he could not even get out of bed, let alone go to the battlefield to fight.

If Meng Changwei's trip goes well, it will be a great achievement and he will be of great use in the future; if it doesn't go well, it will be like breaking an arm of his.

In addition to these considerations regarding the court situation, there was another thing that concerned him.

Meng Changwei is Meng Yan's brother after all.

Meng Yan once told him that her mother died early and her father and brother were the only relatives she had in the world.

What would she do if something happened to Meng Changwei?

As the saying goes, a kind person cannot command an army, and a benevolent person cannot govern a country.

As the king of the Great Zhou, Lu Haozhi holds the world in his hands. Of course, he knows this truth very well. Military and political affairs cannot tolerate emotional influence, and he should not worry about anything for a woman in the harem.

However……

"We'll discuss this later."

After careful consideration, Lu Haozhi spoke slowly.

"Your Majesty, the military situation is urgent and there is no time for delay!"

A middle-aged man, wearing a purple robe and a python belt, hurried out of the line and knelt on the ground.

"Liang Benwu, are you trying to force Jun?"

The words were spoken in a light tone, but they hinted at the young emperor's anger.

The emperor was so majestic that Liang Benwu immediately broke out in a cold sweat, buried his head in the ground, and repeatedly said he dared not.

"Nothing to do, leave the court!"

Lu Haozhi snorted coldly, stood up, waved his sleeves and strode away.

The Liang family's family tradition is really inherited from generation to generation. Both the father and the daughter want to make him unhappy!

After the court dispersed, Liang Benwu climbed up from the ground. A colleague whispered to him, "You knew the emperor favored the Meng family, so why did you confront him head-on and get yourself into trouble?"

Liang Benwu showed an ambiguous smile on his face. Since the emperor couldn't persuade him, he decided to go to Yiyang Marquis' Mansion.

Didn't the Meng family always claim to be loyal to the Great Zhou and the Emperor? At this moment, they shouldn't back down.

In the imperial garden, Bai Yuxin brought a few palace maids to a flower pond, enjoying the morning dew.

"Just leave this matter to the servants. Why bother coming here in person, young lady? Besides, the Imperial Concubine has everything, why would she need this?"

Hongdou was busy while muttering to himself.

Bai Yuxin held a white porcelain gooseneck bottle, catching the dewdrops on the rose petals. She pursed her lips and smiled, "I heard from Ruizhu that sister has been overworked lately and has trouble sleeping at night, but she doesn't want to take those tranquilizers. I heard this recipe when we were back home. Mother has used it for years. It's the best for calming the mind and promoting sleep, but it's not a medicine. The imperial palace does have all kinds of treasures, but it doesn't have this. I also heard that there's something in the West that can distill floral dew, which is fragrant and even more effective. When we have the chance, let's learn it and make it for sister to play with."

As the master and servant were talking, a soft yet somewhat sarcastic voice interrupted them.

"Oh, isn't this a waste of time? What are you doing here doing hard labor so early in the morning?"

Bai Yuxin listened and had an idea in her mind. She glanced over and saw two beauties, one tall and one short, standing on the south side of the flower pond.

The taller one was wearing a lake green silk robe with long sleeves, a silk flower on his head, and a red gold peony hairpin in his bun. He had an oval face, charming eyes and eyebrows, and an arrogant look.

The shorter one was wearing plain clothes, had a small face and a pair of lively eyes. He stood beside the tall woman with a calm expression and a smile on his lips.

Bai Yu recognized these two people. They were the newly selected concubines who entered the palace with her, Chang Zai Han Xiaomei and Consort Liu Miaoyi.

The person who spoke just now was the tall one Liu Miaoyi.

She felt a little strange. When they were learning the rules together in Chuxiu Palace, Liu didn't seem to be frivolous at all. How could she become like this after just two days of not seeing her?

I haven't heard that she was favored.

Bai Yuxin suppressed her worries, but remained calm. She stood up and greeted the two men, smiling faintly, "Liu promised to joke, but I'll take some flower dew to send to the Imperial Concubine."

Hearing the words "Imperial Concubine," Liu Miaoyi's face flickered with embarrassment, but she quickly gave a contemptuous smile and nodded, saying, "Mrs. Bai has entered Changchun Palace. This lapdog is indeed quite good. But, you've tried so hard to curry favor with the Imperial Concubine, yet why hasn't she promoted you? You're still just a concubine? Now, I'm afraid the Emperor doesn't even know who you are, right?"

Bai Yuxin was not angry when she heard these rude words.

After she entered the palace, she was assigned to Changchun Palace, which made the other newcomers jealous. She knew it.

However, she hadn't noticed it before, but now that she's been with the Imperial Concubine for a long time, she's finally realized that Liu Miaoyi's eyebrows...

"Your Majesty is of noble status and gracious bearing. I have benefited greatly from being by your side. As for my future, it all depends on the Emperor's wishes, not yours. Since we have entered the palace, we must abide by the rules and keep to ourselves. Liu promised to say these words, which must be due to his ambition. He must have extraordinary skills, able to impress the Emperor. We are ashamed of ourselves. However, I heard from the eunuchs in the Imperial Household Department that the Emperor ordered all the green cards in the harem to be hung up. I wonder where Liu promised to receive such favor from?"

Bai Yuxin smiled, but did not look at Liu Miaoyi. She only stared at the gold hairpin on her head.

"you!"

Liu Miaoyi heard her mocking her own arrogance due to her lack of favor, and her face flushed with anger for a moment, but then she smiled and sneered twice, "I'm not as eloquent as you, but you can only talk for now!"