Chapter 174 Negotiation
When the virtuous king heard the imperial concubine's ambiguous answer, he understood that once his father passed away, his mother would be buried with him.
This was not what her father asked for, but what she thought in her heart.
Qingyue also noticed the imperial concubine's thoughts and said nothing more. Before leaving, the two of them kowtowed three times to the imperial concubine.
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Gu Rongyu invited the virtuous king to have a talk, and the virtuous king only asked if he could bring his princess with him. Gu Rongyu also sent someone to ask the virtuous king.
The servant said, "My general asked... if you could bring Madam Chang with you. If you do, then you, the virtuous king, can bring the princess with you. That way it's fair, and people won't gossip. We should meet in a teahouse, so we can say... Madam and the princess are old acquaintances and are here to show their support."
After hearing these words, the wise king said, "Tell your general that it is confirmed. You really can't see him in the palace, otherwise it would be considered as a clique."
The servant went back and conveyed the message.
Gu Rongyu was getting better time, and Chang Xixi also received better notification.
That day soon arrived.
Chang Xixi refused to ride in the same carriage with Gu Rongyu, thinking it was indecent, as if she was telling other people... that the two of them were actually together.
She didn't want to hear it, but she didn't refuse Gu Rongyu's expression of love for her in public.
Don’t mind at all!
And Chang Xixi would not flirt with other men, as if she only gave special treatment to Gu Rongyu.
A carriage stopped in front of the teahouse, followed by Gu Rongyu on horseback. His handsome appearance and tall figure charmed the ladies, and they all blushed.
He dismounted as if nothing had happened, then stretched out his hand and let Chang Xixi hold it. Then he got off the carriage and the two of them went into the teahouse together.
The shopkeeper was a man who had seen the world, but when he saw our general being so servile, he still felt amazed!
What is so good about Madam Chang that our great general would deign to come to her?
The virtuous king also came and rode in a carriage with the princess. They were both a handsome man and a beautiful woman. They walked into the teahouse together, attracting a lot of attention.
This is terrible!
Today, this teahouse is bustling with activity!
It's incredible.
Rarely seen!
Usually only some officials come here, but the one coming today is a big shot.
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In the room on the second floor, Chang Xixi had already asked the waiter to serve good tea and snacks.
Prince Xian and Qingyue also came and sat at the table. Gu Rongyu glanced at Prince Xian with some dissatisfaction, and also glanced at Qingyue slightly.
He didn't have any thoughts about Qingyue's beauty, she was just a good-looking person.
I drank a cup of tea.
Chang Xixi didn't see Gu Rongyu speak, and she couldn't force herself to speak, "Xian Wang, Gu Rongyu and I are here to meet you today because we have something to ask of you."
"What do you want?"
The virtuous king glanced at Gu Rongyu, then at Qingyue.
This time, Qingyue no longer helped the virtuous king. If Chang Xixi hadn't saved her at that time, there would be no virtuous king admitting his mistake later. Chang Xixi also said that she would escape back for this favor.
I'm afraid this is just asking for a favor!
The virtuous king should do something for Xixi. After all, she had helped him a lot back then. If not, Chang Xixi would have been infamous for eternity and become a laughing stock of the world.
Where do these good days come from?
No expression was given to the wise king!
She just drank tea.
This reaction was also within Chang Xixi's expectations. After all... she had been with Qingyue for many years.
"I'm afraid you've heard about my husband's life story! But, I wonder if you can help? We want to redress the injustice and restore the Gu family's innocence. As long as the injustice is cleared, we can retire. We don't even need to return to the Southern Dynasty!"
Chang Xixi's words were a bit harsh!
The virtuous prince frowned and said, "This... I, I never get involved in these matters. How do you want me to explain this to my father? This will piss him off to death."
"No, we don't want you to speak to the emperor alone. We want you to echo the other court officials when they agree. You just need to stand within the circle."
"Why me?"
"Because you are the emperor's favorite son."
"Haha! Who of these three children does Father like best? I'm afraid only he knows. He says he likes me, but he's doing it for Mother's sake. If it weren't for Mother's intervention, I wouldn't know where I am."
What the wise king said was a bit unscrupulous.
Everyone knew how much the emperor loved him, and it was impossible for him to be wrong.
He said this simply because he didn't want to help.
Chang Xixi finally understood the meaning behind these words. She said, "Your Majesty, there's no need to be so modest! A few days ago, when the Imperial Concubine asked you to enter the palace, she probably said the same thing to you. She asked if you wanted to fight for that position. If you do, she'll help you! If not, then... let you go to your fiefdom."
"How do you know what my mother told me?"
The virtuous king now turned his gaze to his princess and asked, "Did you say that?"
Qingyue opened her mouth to explain, but she was in no hurry. She just said calmly, "I've been with you these past few days, inseparable. Who I met, what I said, what books I read, and where I went! Don't you know everything? Why do you still doubt me?"
"It was my fault, my lady! I'm sorry!"
Chang Xixi watched the conversation between the two and tried to hold back her laughter.
Do we need others to spread this kind of thing?
Most people in the capital knew about it, and the corners of her mouth curled up.
"Xian Wang, what have you considered? Gu Rongyu and I are both your saviors. Back then, when I went to treat Qingyue, my husband was right beside me. If it weren't for him, I definitely wouldn't have made up my mind to save him! Because I hate trouble."
Chang Xixi did not hide her actions at that time and spoke directly.
At that time, she really felt troubled!
I didn't think that she was a friend and I had to save her. And I helped Qingyue because I felt that she had been deceived and I felt sorry for her.
The virtuous king also understood the meaning of her words and asked, "General, do you have anything to say?"
Gu Rongyu spoke after a long while, "I chose the Crown Prince. I didn't choose to push you into that position. I felt that you... weren't suitable."
Not suitable! The wise king smiled.
"I'm really not suitable. The general is right," he said.
"If you help me... I can keep you safe in your fiefdom. If that doesn't work, I can also make sure you never live in peace. Even without any physical effort, the new emperor will kill you!"
"What can you use to protect me? I'm afraid you made the same promise to the prince? Help him, then he helps you, and then you retire?"
"Why not?"
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