Shen Yu was terrified; it seemed that Ouyang Meiniang was already clearing obstacles for Liu Chong to succeed to the throne.
Liu Deng nodded in agreement. Today, Prime Minister Qiu and Lord Jia came to the palace and proposed to make Liu Chong the crown prince. To avoid royal infighting, they decided to marry off Lady Yu and bring An'er and Ping'er into the palace to be raised.
Liu Deng adored Liu Chong and naturally wanted to make him the crown prince.
He looked at Chen Yu and sighed, "Alas... Yu'er was deeply devoted to Yu'er, but it's a pity he died young. I certainly can't watch Yu'er grow old alone. So, tomorrow I will arrange a marriage between Yu'er and Prince Jing, and bring An'er and Ping'er into the palace to be raised. As for Yanran's marriage, I should really think about it carefully..."
Shen Yu was naturally unwilling. Seeing that Liu Deng's eyes were only on Liu Chong, she didn't object and bowed to Liu Deng in gratitude.
[Your Majesty is concerned about Chenyu. Chenyu has just woken up and hasn't eaten yet. It's getting late, Your Majesty should return to the palace as soon as possible to avoid catching a cold.]
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After seeing Liu Deng off, Chen Yu sat at the round table, slowly chewing on chicken and pondering:
King Jing was deeply in love with her. Not only did he not marry, but he also remained chaste. Even though he had two talented maids by his side, he did not take advantage of them.
Chen Yu put down her chopsticks and couldn't help but sigh.
Sister-in-law, you've noticed too? The King's heart has been stolen by that Mei Niang; we're in for a rough time.
Shen Yu looked up at Yan Ran and instantly had an idea.
Yanran has always had feelings for Prince Jing, and now is the perfect time to bring the two together.
She looked at Yanran and asked, "The King is going to choose a husband for Yanran. Does Yanran have a man she likes?"
Yanran, who was usually carefree, lowered her head and stammered, unable to speak.
At this moment, Hongyu entered with tea. After pouring tea for Yanran, she stood beside Chenyu and softly reminded her, "Madam, you know that the King intends to bestow a marriage upon you and Prince Jing tomorrow. If you disagree, you should inform Prince Jing beforehand so that he can prepare an explanation for refusing the King's arranged marriage."
Shen Yu suddenly looked at Hong Yu, only to see Hong Yu winking at her and continuing, "[Madam has been forced to kneel for four hours, and her legs have not yet recovered. Why not ask Princess Yanran to pass on the message?]"
She gulped down her tea. She quickly agreed, "Perfect timing. I'll be passing by Prince Jing's residence on my way back. I can just tell him that my sister-in-law doesn't want to accept the marriage arranged by the King."
After saying that, Yanran got up and left.
Shen Yu raised an eyebrow, scrutinizing Hong Yu. "Tell me," she said, "you tricked Yanran into going to Prince Jing's residence. Do you intend to bring them together?"
Hongyu nodded. She naturally did not want Chenyu to remarry. If that were the case, An'er and Ping'er would be at the mercy of others and their lives would be in danger.
She knelt down with a thud and said softly, "Madam, please don't blame Hongyu for meddling. Consort Mei's arrival is ill-intentioned. You know the King's intentions; he desperately wants an heir to pass the throne to his son. If you marry out, An'er and Ping'er will be in danger..."
Shen Yu nodded and quickly asked, "If Prince Jing refuses to accept Yanran, won't our plan fall through?"
Hongyu stood up and whispered in Chenyu's ear, "Don't worry, Madam. I've already had someone put a sleeping potion in Prince Jing's room, and I also slipped a drug into Yanran's tea. They'll definitely be able to consummate their relationship."
Shen Yu nodded, it seemed that Hong Yu and she were of the same mind.
The thought of giving medicine to Prince Jing and Yanran filled her with shame, making her feel like a cunning and manipulative woman.
But if we don't do this, An'er and Ping'er's lives will be in danger!
The only way for her and her two children to survive is to stay and inherit the throne with Ping'er.
Early the next morning.
Eunuch Wei led his men into the Hundred Herbs Garden and loudly ordered, "[By imperial decree, Lady Yu is summoned to the palace for questioning.]"
As Chen Yu walked into the main hall with her eyes lowered, she heard soft sobbing.
Yanran and Prince Jing were kneeling with their heads bowed, their hair disheveled and their clothes in disarray.
Peeking ahead again, Liu Deng sat upright on his throne, his eyes fixed on a piece of cloth in front of him. His face was flushed, and he was panting heavily, like a firecracker about to explode.
Eunuch Wei stepped forward and whispered, "Your Majesty, Lady Yu has arrived."
Liu Deng looked up at Chen Yu and shouted angrily, "Kneel down!"
Shen Yu knelt beside Yan Ran and raised her voice, asking, "Your Majesty, what crime has Shen Yu committed?"
Bang!
Liu Deng slammed his hand on the table, his eyes wide as he glared at Chen Yu. "Mu Chen Yu, don't think I don't know that you don't want to remarry, so you used despicable means to scheme against Prince Jing and Yan Ran, even at the cost of ruining Yan Ran's reputation."
Do you know? You schemed against the princess, and you deserve to die. If you confess honestly, I might spare your life...
Although Shen Yu knew Liu Deng had guessed correctly, she immediately retorted to save her life, "Your Majesty, Shen Yu did not do that. I beg Your Majesty to investigate and clear my name..."
Bang!
Liu Deng was even more furious and looked at Eunuch Wei, saying, "Summon Physician Gu Luo in."
A moment later, a young man dressed in a magnificent azure robe entered, stood beside King Jing, and bowed to Liu Deng, saying, "Guluo greets Your Majesty."
This clear voice is very crisp and pleasant to the ear.
Shen Yu tilted her head and secretly glanced at Gu Luo. A fair and delicate face immediately caught her eye, its smoothness and luster accentuated by the azure robes.
Gu Luo had an oval face, and her slightly upturned lips made her look cute and approachable.
Suddenly, Gu Luo looked over and smiled, pursing his lips.
Shen Yu couldn't help but roll her eyes, thinking to herself: How can this pretty boy's frivolous face compare to Yu Lang's coldness?
She glanced at him again and saw that Gu Luo's figure was slender and strong, just like Yu Lang's.
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