"The Heavenly Guards noticed that after Lord Gao left court this morning, he was in contact with the Duke of Rong's residence. His motives are unclear, and we are currently tracking him... I believe that Lord Gao's motives deserve Your Majesty's careful consideration."
"Promotion?"
Hearing the title of Lord Gao, Xiao Ling hesitated for a moment.
The Rongguo Mansion is the Shi family behind Shi Qingxue, and Shi Qingxue’s grandfather is the current Rongguo Duke.
Today she had just announced her identity as the empress to all the civil and military officials. As a cabinet minister, Gao Qian came into contact with the Shi family, who controlled the Xinjing Camp, right after leaving the court. Xiao Ling naturally didn't believe that it was just a simple reunion.
As the emperor, if she didn't even have this little bit of vigilance, she wouldn't be able to stay on the throne for three years.
"Is it someone from the Gao Mansion, or did Gao Qian personally contact the Rongguo Mansion?"
Xiao Ling asked again and silently stopped Chu Yi's hands from moving around under the blanket.
Mu Ci shook his head and explained, "It was Elder Gao who came to our house in person. Of course, he didn't come in a swaggering manner, but rather in secret."
"Then it seems that this Mr. Gao is really going to make some moves."
Before Xiao Ling could say anything, Chu Yi expressed his opinion first.
Hearing this, Xiao Ling nodded slightly.
Chu Yi continued to explain, "Since Gao Qian dared to take the risk and come in person, it clearly shows that he is sincere enough and has enough confidence in this matter."
"Do you think... Shi Qingxue will choose to betray in exchange for better interests for the Shi family?" Xiao Ling frowned.
"No, I believe she won't rebel at all. The Shi family is already incredibly glorious nowadays. If General Shi had such an idea, he would have launched a mutiny long ago. What I mean is... the problem might lie with Duke Rong!"
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