In front of Chen Ning, Chen Yuhong softened her posture, revealing a weak and heartbroken appearance.
She said aggrievedly, "I acted on my own initiative, and Lord Xie didn't blame me because of Xi'er..."
Ning Wei was somewhat relieved of his annoyance by her understanding.
Seeing that Ning Wei was not angry, Chen Yuhong continued to whisper in his ear:
"Actually, I did this not only for myself."
The Marquis, mindful of past favors, naturally couldn't bring himself to act. But given the current political climate, the whereabouts of the Prime Minister's family are unknown...
Although it won't cause any major trouble, the whole capital knows that the Prime Minister's family cherishes the elder sister like the apple of their eye...
Now, the Crown Prince's men have searched the entire capital, but they can't find any trace of the fortune teller. You still have your sister...
Perhaps, might this cause the Crown Prince to harbor resentment?
Chen Yuhong carefully chose her words, secretly observing Ning Wei's expression after each sentence...
Over the years, she has managed to guess Ning Wei's thoughts; she does have some skill.
Sure enough, Ning Wei's expression changed when he heard the words "Crown Prince".
Even if Ning Wei remained calm and composed, Chen Yuhong, who knew her well, knew that she had played right into his hands.
So Chen Yuhong continued, "I know that the Marquis is reluctant, but also has many concerns..."
The situation is chaotic right now, and my sister's condition has suddenly worsened. She was buried before Prime Minister Shen could appear...
Even if they come back in the future, what's the point of saying anything?
Ning Wei lowered his head, seemingly pondering Chen Yuhong's words.
Chen Yuhong added, "If Your Excellency is worried that the Heir Apparent and the Second Young Master might develop a rift..."
Chen Yuhong changed the subject, "They care about more than just my sister..."
Ning Wei's eyes widened suddenly; he had been so busy these past few days that he had completely forgotten about this...
Chen Yuhong, observing the situation, continued, "With my sister here, and because Prime Minister Shen values this, it might make the Crown Prince suspicious of the Marquis's stance..."
If it were the Crown Prince's wife and several children, the Crown Prince might not think that way...
Although my elder sister is the mother, many years have passed since she spent time with the young prince and the second young master during their childhood...
Moreover, the Crown Prince is already an adult, married, and has children. After several years on the battlefield, the weight of his wife and children is naturally...
Chen Yuhong's words were brief and to the point, leaving the meaning unsaid.
It means that even if their mother dies, the eldest and second eldest brothers will be sad for a while...
But having a family eventually helps to ease the grief...
"As long as the Marquis and I, and the entire Houhou Mansion, treat the Heir Apparent's wife and the younger generation well, the day the Heir Apparent and the Second Young Master return..."
"And it won't cause trouble with the Marquis for too long."
After Chen Yuhong finished speaking, Ning Wei felt enlightened.
Indeed, all he could think of was that as long as Shen Qing was alive, he couldn't easily lay a hand on Shen Ning...
I never imagined that this would be the current situation. Shen Qing wasn't dismissed from his post or retired; he simply disappeared.
His handling of Chen Ning, on the contrary, made him more cautious.
Although Shen Qing requested to retire shortly after his daughter Ning Xi'er's marriage and exile, Emperor Xiaowen rejected his request in court...
Subsequently, his only favored protégé broke with him due to differing political views, a fact known throughout the court...
The tide has turned, and Shen Yan, the only son of the Shen family, is of a weak and scholarly nature, unlikely to amount to much...
Even if it appears, it's unlikely to be very capable...
After being reminded by Chen Yuhong, Ning Wei realized that he had been overly cautious.
Therefore, his expression softened slightly. Seeing that besides the two people in the room, there was only a person in a wheelchair who was unable to move or speak, he affirmed:
"Madam's analysis is correct. Fortunately, Madam reminded me!"
However, the situation in the capital is tense right now, and everyone is on edge.
Even if Shen Xiang is missing, it's inevitable that some people will try to make a fuss and connect Shen Ning's situation with Shen Xiang's...
They think I did it...
Ning Xi'er curled her lips, her eyes and face filled with chilling coldness.
A mere concubine, called "Madam"? She doesn't even deserve it!
She bore Ning Wei children, but they were all manipulated and controlled by him. Now, in her mouth, they are just a name with their full names?
Ning Xi'er looked at her mother with concern, her eyes filled with heartache.
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