Chapter 88 Reactions from All Parties
Emperor Xiao Xuan was also somewhat surprised that someone would try to harm Xiao Jingjue in the Linde Hall.
If it weren't for the female official in charge of the ceremony protecting him with her life, Xiao Jingjue would most likely have been harmed.
It seems I underestimated those princes...
"The Ruan family has been causing trouble lately. Tell the Censorate to keep a close eye on them," Emperor Xiao Xuan suddenly said.
Eunuch Xue immediately agreed, but he also gave a reminder.
"His Highness Prince Qi... should have made some moves as well. The information I have received is that His Highness Prince Qi has not only ordered the Ruan family to be impeached tomorrow."
He also had people gather information about the Yongping Marquis's residence, intending to impeach the Marquis at tomorrow's court assembly.
The Marquis of Yongping was from the maternal family of Consort Wu.
He didn't have any great abilities, but because his family produced a concubine, Emperor Xiao Xuan granted him the title of Second-Class Marquis.
"Seventh Brother has his eye on it! Fine, then you don't need to worry about it."
Let Lao Qi keep an eye on things!
"Seventh Brother, you're quick on your feet! You found out who was behind this so quickly!" Emperor Xiao Xuan smiled, a rare occurrence for him.
Eunuch Xue quickly chuckled twice as well.
"When it comes to matters concerning the Crown Prince, His Highness Prince Qi always pays more attention!"
Emperor Xiao Xuan felt a little relieved. The two brothers had a truly good relationship, which meant he would have less to worry about in the future...
"Your Majesty! Lord Ye of the Censorate has submitted his request; he has important business to discuss with you tomorrow!" a young eunuch whispered as he entered.
Eunuch Xue immediately dared not speak, but only glanced cautiously at Emperor Xiao Xuan.
Emperor Xiao Xuan paused, feeling somewhat guilty.
Such a big thing happened today, and he deliberately didn't let her enter the palace on this day beforehand, just so she wouldn't know about it.
If nothing unexpected happens, she definitely won't have anything to say.
But now that the young prince almost got into trouble, that girl must be holding a grudge.
"Understood! Let Lord Ye enter the palace after noon!" Emperor Xiao Xuan waved his hand, signaling the eunuch to leave.
Eunuch Xue didn't dare say a word.
Zheng Wanwan, who kept brewing tea for Emperor Xiao Xuan, was overjoyed.
Ah, finally I can see my parents!
I haven't seen my master since I entered the palace. The palace is very strict, and the lady from Ronghua Palace often comes to deliver things, so I don't dare to leave.
"You're really something, sir. I can't leave the palace to see you, but can't you come into the palace to see me?"
Never mind, the adults love jasmine tea, so I must prepare the best jasmine tea for them tomorrow.
Also, the master loves fermented rice cakes, so I'll personally oversee the preparations at the imperial kitchen tomorrow...
Thinking about it this way, Zheng Wanwan couldn't hide the smile on her face.
When Emperor Xiao Xuan saw Zheng Wanwan smiling so happily, he was displeased.
Why are you so happy that your master is going to the palace?
"Ah? This servant...this servant didn't!" Zheng Wanwan quickly lowered her head.
"Alright! Go and prepare!" Emperor Xiao Xuan waved his hand.
Zheng Wanwan immediately withdrew happily.
...
Inside the Zhao King's residence, the Zhao King looked at the Wu King, who stood before him with his hands tied, with a gloomy face.
"Fifth Brother, did you send those two people out? Why did you do that?"
Did you know? I almost accidentally hurt Little Twelve today.
"If it weren't for Juege'er's female official risking her life to protect the two of them, who knows what would have happened!" King Zhao looked coldly at King Wu.
The King of Wu already knew that the King of Zhao would definitely know as well.
But he didn't care at all.
"Third Brother! What a great opportunity! Why don't we make the most of it?"
The scene was so chaotic today, anything could happen!
Look at how Father Emperor treats the Crown Prince's family today. He not only rewarded the eldest son, but also the youngest!
Isn't this blatantly telling the entire court that he only values the Crown Prince?
Then what are we?!
Just for that one short-lived wretch, are we all going to be trampled underfoot?
"Third brother, in terms of talent, in what way are you inferior to that crown prince who can't even mount a horse?" King Wu immediately stated his reasoning.
The King of Zhao glanced at the King of Wu.
This younger brother... although he is not from the same mother, he has been with me since he could walk.
Back then...
The emperor's heart was with the crown prince, and he rarely paid attention to him. The crown prince rarely even left the palace.
Even when she saw the Crown Prince, it was only at palace banquets; at other times, the Crown Prince was in the Empress's palace.
I feel that my relationship with Lao Wu is deeper.
As they grew older, their relationship became even closer.
Seeing the King of Wu's resentful expression, the King of Zhao sighed.
"Fifth brother, I know you're doing this for my sake, but... if you make a move in a situation like today, it's easy for it to be discovered."
Little Twelve was almost hurt...
He's still too scared to go back to his own palace to sleep, and he's still staying in his mother's palace!
Today's move... you rushed things a bit too much!
The King of Wu, however, did not think so.
"Third Brother, if it weren't for that female official protecting me today, that little one would definitely not be here today."
Little Twelve... those two people know Little Twelve, they wouldn't possibly harm him.
On the contrary, because Xiao Twelve somehow hid with Xiao Jingjue, the two lost their best opportunity to strike.
If we succeed today...
"That useless crown prince..." King Wu's face was cold and sinister.
"Alright! You're still too hasty!"
As for the Crown Prince... we all know what happened; his life is nearing its end.
The people we consulted examined the medications he was taking, and they all said he would only live for another three to five years at most.
When the time comes, the King of Hell will naturally come to collect you.
"Can't we wait a few more years?" King Zhao couldn't help but rebuke.
"Will Father give up? Look at how Father protects him."
What if Father Emperor sends someone to find some miracle doctor to extend his life by another ten or eight years?
The younger one had just grown up by then, so the line was formed.
Father is so biased! You're clearly more suitable than the Crown Prince.
"Which emperor of Dayu was unable to mount a horse? Well, this one is one of them!" King Wu's tone grew increasingly forceful as he spoke.
King Zhao quickly stopped King Wu from continuing.
"Alright, that's enough! No one can fathom Father's thoughts, and we dare not guess them."
I will fight for that position; I will show my father that I am more suited for it.
In the meantime, we just need to wait patiently!
Let's make preparations for tomorrow! Jue-ge'er almost got into danger. Even if Father doesn't investigate, the Crown Prince and the Seventh Prince will.
I doubt things will calm down tomorrow!
The King of Wu responded with an "oh".
Actually... no matter what he does, people will blame it all on King Zhao, because in their eyes, he's just King Zhao's lackey...
...
As everyone expected, the morning assembly on the second day was indeed a lively and bustling affair.
The first person to submit a memorial to apologize was actually Prince Zhuang.
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