Chapter 566: Concubine De’s Wisdom
Emperor Tianyuan nodded, a hint of satisfaction and relief flashed in his eyes.
"That's great. I'm very pleased that Concubine De is taking such good care of Concubine Liang. It's rare to see such harmony in the harem. Please continue to pay attention."
Zhao Ping nodded when he heard this.
"Yes, I understand."
And at this time in Jing'an Palace.
Lady Liang spoke doubtfully.
"Aunt, the Emperor has already granted you the power to assist in managing the six palaces. Why don't you seize this opportunity while the Empress is busy with the Crown Prince's affairs to fight for power?"
Upon hearing this, Defei drank her tea and spoke.
"You, indeed, are more simple-minded. Even though the Emperor is angry about the Crown Prince, the Empress has been his wife for so many years, how could she easily give up on him? The more we don't fight or compete with each other, the more comfortable the Emperor will feel. In this palace, power is not the most important thing; the most important thing is the Emperor's heart."
Liang Ruxia nodded when she heard that.
"Ruxia understands. Thank you for your advice, aunt."
White House.
Jun Moyong was taking out a list and giving it to Jun Moye.
"Cousin, this is the list of ministers who are in the court and are working hard to protect the prince."
Jun Moye took it and took a look at it, then put the list on the table.
"Well, the prince has really managed a lot over the years."
Seeing Jun Moye put the list on the table in front of him instead of handing it to him, his expression changed slightly, but he didn't say much.
"Cousin, what should we do next? So many ministers have pleaded for mercy, and the emperor has always wanted to give my brother a chance. If we still can't bring him down..."
Jun Moye glanced at the memorial on the table.
"Why are you panicking? He's already been imprisoned, how can he still think of turning things around?"
Jun Moyong originally wanted to say something else, but Jun Moye's words reached his ears again.
"But it's not wrong to be cautious. He has the support of a giant like the Hua family. If they get the chance, they will definitely fight back with all their might."
Jun Moyong nodded upon hearing this, a glint of determination flashing in his eyes. "My cousin is absolutely right. I will continue to monitor the Crown Prince's movements, while also strengthening my efforts to win over and divide officials within the court to ensure the stability of our position."
"Very good." Jun Moye looked at Jun Moyong sharply.
"Also, we need to pay attention to one point, and that is your father's attitude. Although he appears disappointed in the Crown Prince, deep down, he may not easily give up the father-son relationship. Moreover, the Emperor's friendship with the Empress is also extraordinary. What we need to do is to gradually guide your father, make him see the Crown Prince's irreparable mistakes, and make him understand that the Crown Prince's virtue is unworthy of the position. If he continues to serve as the Crown Prince, it will be a disaster for Tianyuan."
Jun Moyong nodded thoughtfully and then asked.
"As for the Hua family, should we take any action? They have already started visiting various ministers these past two days."
Jun Moye smiled slightly, with a hint of deep meaning in his eyes.
"The Hua family? No rush. The more they act now, the harder they'll fall in the future. We can secretly gather evidence of their corruption and abuse of power, and when the time is right, we can root them out completely. Remember, be steady and don't rush for quick success."
After hearing this, Jun Moyong's mind suddenly became clear. He understood his cousin's foresight and was full of confidence in his own future.
"Don't worry, cousin. I will definitely follow your instructions and make sure every step is solid."
The two smiled at each other, and the tacit understanding and trust between them seemed to have foreshadowed their victory in this power struggle.
Hua family.
Hua Yuanzhou handed a sign to Old Madam Hua.
"Mother, I dug this out from under the peach tree and hid it in a jar of wine."
Old Madam Hua held the sign in her hand and closed her eyes.
"Is our Hua family ultimately going to go down this path?"
Hua Yuanzhou spoke with some doubt after hearing this.
"Mother, does this brand have any special origin?"
Old Madam Hua looked at the sign in her hand and spoke slowly.
"A few years ago, the Qin Palace collapsed overnight, and several major families closely associated with it were confiscated and exiled. Naturally, our Hua family also saw the crisis. Serving the emperor is like serving a tiger, and stepping on wealth and glory is like walking on a tightrope. To avoid falling like the Chen family one day, the Hua family secretly cultivated some forces with your father and your second uncle. This sign is the key."
Hua Yuanzhou's face became solemn when he heard this. He realized that the appearance of this brand meant that the hidden power behind the family was about to surface, and all this might push the Hua family into a more dangerous situation.
"Mother, how should we respond? The Crown Prince is already in a difficult situation. Should we continue to support him?"
Old Madam Hua pondered for a moment, a hint of determination flashing in her eyes.
"Yuanzhou, you must understand that the Hua family's century-old foundation cannot be destroyed in our hands. Although the Crown Prince is the one we support, the situation has changed. We cannot put all our eggs in one basket."
Hua Yuanzhou hesitated and spoke after hearing this.
"Mother, the prince has called me uncle for many years, and he has also called you grandmother for many years."
Old Madam Hua also looked sad when she heard this, as she remembered how the prince was very filial to her every time he came to the Hua family.
"Forget it, let's wait and see what your sister has to say."
Then he explained.
"Yuan Zhou, arrange for someone to send the Hua family's insignificant bastards away. Send one to the south and one to the north. If anything happens, the Hua family's bloodline will depend on them."
Hua Yuanzhou nodded upon hearing this.
"Yes, I will make the arrangements, mother. The evidence appeared before the Emperor shortly after the Qian family left the Imperial City. I suspect they set us up before they left."
Madam Hua thought about it after hearing this.
"The Qian family is indeed suspected. After all, the possibility of the Dali Temple finding the evidence is almost zero. But why would the Qian family do this? The young master also has Qian family blood in his veins. In order to avoid resentment from the Qian family, the Hua family has not sent any daughters to the Crown Prince's Palace over the years. If the Crown Prince ascends the throne one day, the Qian family will definitely produce a Queen."
Hua Yuanzhou spoke upon hearing this.
"I managed to meet with you, father. Although it was hasty, I was able to speak a few words. Father is also suspicious of the Qian family. Mother, the Crown Princess passed away, and the young prince is also missing. Father and son both suspect that someone is playing a big game, and the Qian family is the most important chess piece."
Meanwhile, in the Crown Prince's Mansion, Crown Prince Jun Moxu's days of confinement were not easy...
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