Chapter 1492: So Fast

Nan Yan said, "Send more guards and don't let anyone get close to the little princess's coffin."

He Yi was stunned for a moment: "Huh?"

As the chief minister of the cabinet and previously half prime minister, he was very clear about the etiquette of the court.

Although the death of the little princess was a big event, the little princess died at birth and had no title. In addition, her mother was now a criminal and was not even sent to the cold palace, but directly to the prison of the Ministry of Justice. Moreover, the emperor was still alive. In this case, her funeral could not be held in a grand manner.

Why did the imperial concubine ask for more manpower?

He hesitated for a moment and said, "My Lady, are you worried about something?"

“…”

Nan Yan couldn't bring herself to say this directly. Although everyone present could be trusted, she didn't know if there were ears outside. She could only say, "Anyway, just follow my instructions."

"……yes."

He Yi probably sensed something from her conflicted look, so he didn't ask any more questions and just agreed.

Then he added: "Well, I will take my leave first."

After saying that, he walked out.

After he left, the remaining Eunuch Yu seemed to feel that he was a little redundant and said softly, "Then, the Imperial Concubine and the Emperor will rest first. I will be waiting outside with my men. If you have any instructions, please just call them."

As he said this, he also wanted to leave.

Just as he reached the door, he saw Ran Xiaoyu still standing by the bed, so he whispered to her again: "Miss Yu, why don't you come out quickly? Do you really want to be beheaded?"

“…”

Ran Xiaoyu hesitated for a moment, looked at him, and then looked at Nan Yan.

At this time, Nan Yan couldn't help but feel that the situation was hopeless.

I could only sigh helplessly: "You go out first. I will call you if there is anything. You should listen carefully."

"yes."

Ran Xiaoyu also retreated and was pulled out of the door by Eunuch Yu, and then the door was closed.

After they all left, Nan Yan lowered her head and looked at the person in her arms.

He is really the place.

He was lying on the bed with his head resting in his arms, and his hands were around his waist. He was originally hot and not afraid of the cold, so at this time, hugging him, even without a blanket, was like hugging a heater, which was very comfortable.

Nan Yan sighed again and could only pull out a thin blanket from the bed and put it on him. She then lay helplessly against the head of the bed with her eyes half closed.

The person who fell into her arms, not knowing whether it was because of the warmth or the comfort, pursed his lips slightly, which had been tense before.

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At this time, it was already dawn.

Xiao Shunzi followed Heyi and hurried back along the same route. The classroom was already noisy. Some ministers who were waiting outside also came here and asked what was going on.

In the years since he ascended the throne, Zhu Feng rarely left people attending the morning court alone like this.

Of course, there are precedents.

The last time was shortly after she was canonized as a noble concubine and she stayed overnight in the Yiku Palace.

However, everyone soon found out that a big incident had occurred in Jianfu Palace last night. Not only did Concubine Ning give birth to a stillborn baby, but she was also found guilty of several crimes. Now, she has been thrown into the Ministry of Justice prison.

No wonder no one saw the Minister of the Ministry of Rites early this morning.

Originally, some time ago, because Concubine Ning was favored and pregnant with a prince, the Minister of the Ministry of Rites was extremely proud. Many ministers in the court also flattered and tried to please him, which made him even more proud.

However, when the incident happened today, no one even asked about his whereabouts.

Everyone was just whispering about other things.

And everyone's attention slowly focused on another person.

At this time, He Yi walked in front of everyone and said to them, "Everyone, because the little princess has passed away, the emperor is extremely sad. Today's court is adjourned. You should all go back to your own affairs."

Everyone said, "Yes."

Everyone saluted and prepared to leave, and many people walked in unison towards Gu Tingqiu.

Everyone said, "Master Gu."

Gu Tingqiu also received some news early in the morning. At this time, he was shocked and naturally thought of some things. However, before he could think about it slowly, a lot of people had gathered around him.

"Master Gu, I haven't been close to you for a long time."

"Yes, Master Gu. You have looked haggard recently. It seems that you are worried about state affairs. You should rest well."

"I have prepared some wine at your house, Lord Gu, and I hope you will do me the honor of visiting me."

…

Listening to these people's words, Gu Tingqiu felt a little dizzy for a moment. Fortunately, at this time, He Yi's voice came from behind him: "Master Gu, please stay."

As soon as they heard him speak, everyone immediately fell silent.

Gu Tingqiu turned around hurriedly: "Master Heyi."

He Yi said, "I still have something to discuss with Lord Gu, so you should all go back first."

Everyone had no choice but to retreat in a meek manner. Gu Tingqiu finally breathed a sigh of relief and turned to look at He Yi, who seemed to be smiling, and said, "Thank you, Master He Yi."

He Yi also smiled: "No, no."

A few days ago, when the Imperial Concubine fell out of favor, although Zhu Feng did not demote Gu Tingqiu and his disciples, these people were eager to stay away from him during the morning court. Now, when they saw Concubine Ning fall, they also knew that the Imperial Concubine was about to rise, and they immediately changed their faces.

It can be seen that the world is fickle.

Gu Tingqiu continued, "I wonder if Lord Heyi has something important to tell me by calling me?"

He Yi said, "Originally, the Imperial Concubine instructed me to go down and take care of some important matters. Since I am the Prime Minister, I want to inform you that the cabinet will be temporarily closed today. However, I didn't see General Xu and Lord Wu."

"General Xu?"

Gu Tingqiu thought for a moment and said, "I saw General Xu leave early in the morning."

"What's up?"

"I heard that it was the Empress's decree that the little princess's funeral be arranged in the Imperial Ancestral Temple. However, it cannot be too quiet, and they are worried that someone might disturb the place. So, they had General Xu send troops to surround the Imperial Ancestral Temple and not allow anyone to enter."

"oh?"

He Yi was stunned for a moment, but immediately came to his senses.

The Queen...moves so quickly.

Although the queen seems quiet, she is the daughter of a general after all. When encountering such things, she reacts quickly.

He said, "If that's the case, then I'll have less trouble."

Hearing this, Gu Tingqiu was stunned for a moment and turned to look at him: "Why, is this also what the Imperial Concubine asked Master Heyi to do?"

He Yi nodded.

The expression on Gu Tingqiu's face became more serious.

He took a step forward, got in front of He Yi, and said in a deep voice: "Besides the matter of Concubine Ning and the little princess, is there anything else?"