Chapter 143 The Fourth Prince Gained the Emperor’s Approval
"Your Majesty, you have really misunderstood me. I simply thought it was a gift from Your Majesty, so it must be extremely precious. How could I dare to wear it so casually? I must keep it well."
Rou Changzai seemed to be completely unaware of the Queen's intention to test her, and her tone was no different from usual.
"Oh, I'm worrying too much. This thing needs to be worn by the right person to show its effect. You've been putting it aside for a long time, isn't it a waste of my kindness? Or do you think nothing of my things?"
As expected of the queen who could sit firmly in the throne of the Central Palace, she knew that the Red Jade Pearl was no longer in Rou Changzai's hands, but she did not show any sign.
"I dare not. I will remember your majesty's teachings."
When Rou Chang returned to her palace, she was still thinking about what the queen had just said to her.
It seems that the Queen has become suspicious of me, but she didn't investigate further today. I think it's because I am still useful to her.
"Xiaolan, I'll give you a chance."
After sending everyone out of the room, Rou Chang took Xiao Lan's hand affectionately. She first asked about some trivial matters in the palace as usual, and then spoke a few words to her softly.
"My lady, this, this, I dare not have such thoughts. My feelings for you are clear to all."
Xiaolan was so frightened by Rou Changzai's words that she immediately knelt down in front of her, with beads of sweat constantly appearing on her forehead.
Why did the young lady suddenly say such a thing? Did she discover something? But I have been extremely careful, how could I still be discovered?
Rou Chang stared at Xiaolan on the ground with a very cold gaze, but the tone she spoke was extremely gentle.
"Xiao Lan, you don't have to be afraid. This is something I've thought about for a long time. I have no one to rely on in this palace right now. If you can gain the emperor's favor in the future, then you and I will be able to help each other."
Rou Changzai stepped forward and gently pulled Xiaolan up, reaching out and slowly stroking her face.
This simplicity is indeed quite elegant, which really compliments her.
Xiaolan was so overwhelmed by the sudden joy that she had no idea why her master suddenly became so kind.
She lowered her head shyly: "I will obey the arrangements of the young master in everything."
Rou Chang looked at her deeply, and the matter was decided. Everything just had to wait for the right time.
In the Yangxin Palace, the emperor was originally dealing with the memorials piled on the desk. For some reason, the more he looked at them, the more irritated he became.
These ministers in the court complained all day long, and every memorial they wrote was about trivial matters. Now they were even starting to urge him to hold a selection of concubines.
In fact, someone had already proposed the idea of a three-year selection at the morning court a few days ago, but he just casually fooled them at the time. He didn't expect that these people still haven't given up.
In the past few years, many princes and princesses have been added to the palace, and the emperor has no intention of adding any new ones now. It’s just that these old ministers nag in his ears all day long, which really makes him a little annoyed.
The emperor put down the pen in his hand and stood up: "I'm going out for a walk, Su Peisheng, there's no need to follow me."
"yes."
I originally wanted to stroll around the Imperial Garden, but unexpectedly I saw the Fourth Prince halfway.
He was standing alone under the bushes, holding something in his hand, and seemed to be reading.
"Why are you studying here? Why aren't you in your room?"
"In reply to Your Majesty, I feel that everything around me is too comfortable inside the house, which can easily lead to fatigue. So I thought of bringing the book out, so that I can hone my character."
The emperor agreed with the Fourth Prince's statement and nodded with satisfaction.
He has also noticed the child's recent efforts. Although he started learning later than other princes, he is very diligent. Occasionally, the emperor would summon him to the Yangxin Palace to test his homework, and he always coped with it well.
Compared to the Third Prince, this child was actually more stable and steady. The Emperor's attitude towards him gradually improved.
"Studying hard is a good thing, but you also have to take care of your body and never hurt yourself."
After hearing the emperor's words, the Fourth Prince's face was full of excitement, as if he was extremely surprised by the emperor's concern for him.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I will definitely keep it in mind. It is my fault that you have worried me."
He knelt on the ground and kowtowed to the emperor excitedly.
Looking at his expression, the emperor suddenly felt a little emotional. This child was so sensible. After all, he had not taken him into consideration when he was a child.
"Get up. If you have any questions in the future, you can come and ask me. It's getting late now, so go back and get some rest."
Watching the emperor leave, the Fourth Prince showed a satisfied smile on his face.
He finally gained the emperor's recognition and occupied a place in the emperor's heart. If this continues, is there any need to worry about not being able to be reused by the emperor?
What happened here soon reached Nian Shilan's ears.
"Sister Hua, the Emperor is increasingly fond of the Fourth Prince. If that day ever comes, then the Empress..."
When the news came, Zhen Huan happened to be with Nian Shilan. When Song Zhi reported the matter, she did not avoid Zhen Huan at Nian Shilan's suggestion.
A trace of worry appeared on Zhen Huan's face. She didn't want her children to sit in that position in the end, but she was also very clear that if the emperor really chose the fourth prince in the end, given the queen's attitude towards them, they would definitely not have an easy life in the future.
"Do you think the Fourth Prince is really on the same page with the Queen? Sister Huan, don't worry. What you're afraid of will never happen."
Although she also disliked the Fourth Prince, she was even more unwilling to see him completely tied to the Queen. She had already thought of this when the Queen proposed to foster the Fourth Prince under her name.
"Sister Hua, did you do something?"
When Zhen Huan heard what Nian Shilan said, her curiosity was immediately aroused, and she quickly asked Nian Shilan.
"Keep it secret for now, you'll know after some time."
Nian Shilan looked at Zhen Huan's longing eyes as she looked at her and gave her a sly smile.
"All right."
Zhen Huan was really curious about the secret that Nian Shilan was keeping, but since Nian Shilan didn't intend to tell her now, she would just wait.
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