Chapter 1142: Not impossible
When Tang Bao saw that the little brother had returned to normal, she started to get down to business.
"Brother, this list is for you!"
Tang Bao took out a piece of paper from her all-purpose little bag.
"List?" Xuanyuan Jin reached out and took it.
Moreover, he casually gave the phoenix hairpin to Tang Bao again.
Tang Bao lowered her head and stuffed the phoenix hairpin into her small bag.
Xuanyuan Jin didn't rush to look at the list, but watched Tang Bao's actions, and his eyelids twitched violently.
Jiuwa’s phoenix hairpin is very heavy, especially the nine tail feathers, which are so bright and shining that they are even bigger than Tangbao’s small bag.
However, Tang Bao stuffed the phoenix hairpin in as if by magic.
Tang Bao explained as she stuffed the phoenix hairpin into her pocket, "This is the list of women who pleaded for mercy for Princess Rong and her daughter today. These people dared to plead for mercy in front of the Empress Dowager, so they must have a close relationship with the Rong Palace."
After hearing this, Xuanyuan Jin narrowed his eyes slightly.
His eyes fell on the long list of official titles, and his expression became increasingly cold.
Slowly, a sarcastic arc appeared at the corner of his mouth.
"It seems that father has underestimated Prince Rong!" Xuanyuan Jin said coldly.
After saying that, he put the list in his arms, reached out to rub Tang Bao's hair, and carefully straightened the pearl flower on Tang Bao's head.
Then, the tone became casual.
"Prime Minister Zheng's wife was the first to plead for mercy. I'm sure she's very supportive of the marriage with Prince Rong's Mansion..."
Tang Bao opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say.
Because she also felt that Prime Minister Zheng's wife liked Xuanyuan Hui, her future daughter-in-law, very much.
Although it is said that sisters share the same fate, the Empress Dowager's reprimand of Xuanyuan Min did not affect the status of her elder sister Xuanyuan Hui in the heart of Mrs. Zheng Shoufu.
At this time, in the flower room, the Imperial Concubine looked at her brother with a cold expression and said, "Cancel the marriage with Prince Rong's Mansion!"
"Your Majesty, why is this happening?" Prime Minister Zheng looked puzzled.
The two families are just waiting to make a decision. It would be too unfair to cancel the engagement now!
Not only that, he also completely offended Prince Rong's Mansion.
The Imperial Concubine looked at a cluster of gorgeous peonies and said worriedly, "The Zheng family is now flourishing. I am in charge of the six palaces in the palace, and my brother handles important matters at court with ease. There is no need for any more icing on the cake. Otherwise, a raging fire and boiling oil will only take a moment for the Emperor to decide..."
Prime Minister Zheng was shocked.
"Your Majesty, could it be the Emperor..."
The Imperial Concubine shook her head and said, "Today, the Empress Dowager intended to punish Princess Rong and her daughter, killing the chicken to scare the monkey. Who would have thought that my sister-in-law, the Princess of Qingping County, the wife of the Marquis of Yongning, the wife of Lord Li, and Zhang Hanlin..."
The imperial concubine said a long list of names.
It is also preceded by official titles and nobility.
"These people couldn't wait to come forward and plead for Princess Rong and her daughter. This is extremely terrifying when you think about it. What do you think, brother?"
After the imperial concubine finished speaking, she looked at Prime Minister Zheng quietly.
Prime Minister Zheng's expression changed.
He is not stupid since he can hold the position of Prime Minister.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have figured out some inside stories because of the incident with Prince Cheng'en, and wouldn't have given up the idea of having a prince as his nephew.
Now, after hearing what the imperial concubine said, the more I think about it, the more frightened I become.
Not to mention, just a few years ago, there was an incident where King Rui intended to rebel.
Just because Prince Rong is a member of the royal family and has a sensitive status, his family should avoid suspicion.
How could I have overlooked this?
Prime Minister Zheng secretly regretted it.
Prince Rong is a military general, and I am a civil official. If the two families marry, wouldn't this arouse the emperor's suspicion for no reason?
What's more, such a small matter has caused so many officials' families to plead for mercy.
When did Prince Rong become friends with so many ministers?
What exactly is he going to do?
Prime Minister Zheng instantly thought of King Xiaoyao again.
As far as he knew, although King Xiaoyao told the outside world that he had handed over his military power, the emperor did not take back the tiger talisman from King Xiaoyao because he was deeply trusted by him.
Now, Prince Xiaoyao's legitimate daughter is the Crown Prince's Consort of Prince Rong's Mansion...
Prime Minister Zheng shuddered and broke out in a cold sweat.
"Your Majesty is absolutely right," said Prime Minister Zheng, alarmed. "This marriage was due to my poor consideration and excessive haste."
When the imperial concubine saw that her brother understood the seriousness of the matter, she nodded.
"Brother, please remember that the Zheng family is only loyal to its loyal subjects. With my brother and I protecting them, Ziqian is also a promising child. This will surely ensure the prosperity of the Zheng family for a hundred years. As for the rest..."
The imperial concubine shook her head.
After all, it was not pointed out that the niece's wish to marry the third prince was probably just a mirage.
The Imperial Concubine knew that both her brother and sister-in-law hoped that her niece could marry the Third Prince.
The third prince is the emperor's only legitimate son and the best candidate for crown prince.
With Xuanyuan Jin's return to the palace, the Imperial Concubine never doubted that the Emperor would make Xuanyuan Jin the Crown Prince in the future.
Presumably, her brother and sister-in-law also understood this.
Therefore, the imperial concubine couldn't pour cold water on her brother and sister-in-law's wishes.
Prime Minister Zheng understood what the imperial concubine was trying to express, but he did not express his opinion.
The third prince is already of marriageable age, and is the same age as my daughter.
As long as there is a possibility, he hopes that his daughter can marry the third prince.
Even if she becomes a concubine of the prince, after the third prince ascends the throne in the future, my daughter will at least be one of the four concubines.
In this way, I can help my son.
Just like himself and his sister, they support each other and ensure the prosperity of the Zheng family.
Seeing that her brother was silent, the imperial concubine didn't say anything more and waved her hand for Prime Minister Zheng to leave.
After leaving the greenhouse, Prime Minister Zheng was thinking about what excuse he could use to cancel the marriage without offending Prince Rong's Mansion...
"father."
Zheng Ziqian had been waiting outside the greenhouse. When he saw his father come out, he hurried to greet him.
Prime Minister Zheng glanced at his son and nodded casually, still thinking about breaking off the engagement.
"Dad, what did my aunt say to you?" Zheng Ziqian asked.
"It's nothing. It has nothing to do with you." Prime Minister Zheng said absentmindedly.
Zheng Ziqian looked at Prime Minister Zheng, opened his mouth, and hesitated to speak.
Finally, thinking of Princess Linghua holding the little white fox and showing off everywhere, he made up his mind and said, "Dad, I have also learned horse riding and archery. Today, Su Zhuangyuan and Zhao Tanhua have gone into the forest to hunt. Why don't I go and try my skills tomorrow..."
After hearing what his son said, Prime Minister Zheng instinctively wanted to refuse.
"No! Have you forgotten how your cousin broke his leg? You..."
When Prime Minister Zheng said this, he suddenly stopped.
It is said that Zheng Ziming, the nephew of Prime Minister Zheng, accidentally broke his leg while riding a horse to hunt last year, and became disabled and became a cripple.
The originally arranged marriage was therefore cancelled.
The consequence of this incident was that the old lady of the Zheng family no longer allowed her grandchildren to ride horses or hunt.
Prime Minister Zheng's heart moved.
If he wanted to preserve the reputation of the Zheng family and not offend Prince Rong's Mansion, he would have to cancel the marriage smoothly, but his son would have to suffer.
However, as long as everything is arranged properly, it would be worth it if my son suffered some physical pain.
Prime Minister Zheng gritted his teeth and said, "Alright! Tomorrow you bring a few guards with you to the hunting grounds!"
Zheng Ziqian was overjoyed when he heard this.
"Thank you, Dad!" Zheng Ziqian said happily.
I secretly hoped that I would be so lucky and pick up a little fox...
Zheng Ziqian didn't know that he didn't pick up the little fox, but he suffered a lot.
Princess Mingli found Tang Bao and asked excitedly, "How about going hunting with me tomorrow?"
Tang Bao thought about it and said, "It's not impossible..."
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