Chapter 1493 Deliberately Killing Feng Qianyan's Child
The expression on Gu Tingqiu's face became more serious.
He took a step forward, got in front of He Yi, and said in a deep voice: "Besides the matter of Concubine Ning and the little princess, is there anything else?"
“…”
After all, he has been in the officialdom for such a long time, handled several major events, and now he is in the cabinet. Naturally, his perspective on things is different from that of ordinary officials.
He Yi glanced at him and was silent for a moment.
Choosing words carefully.
At present, there doesn't seem to be any major problem with Zhu Feng's condition. Perhaps it is because the imperial concubine has been by his side since the incident happened this time. Now, He Yi can only use this explanation to convince himself why the situation is not as out of control as the previous time at the great altar.
But the emperor can control it, but what about other things?
Many times, public opinion can stir up more waves than the emperor's decrees.
He thought for a long time and said, "Recently, I'm afraid I should pay attention to the direction of the court, and also--"
"What?"
“…”
He Yi was silent for a long time, then looked at Gu Tingqiu. Gu Tingqiu's eyes were sharp, and naturally he saw some worry on his face, so he seemed to want to say something but stopped.
A person like He Yi could stay by the side of the evil-like Zhu Feng, accompanying him from the Prince of Yan to where he is today. Moreover, as a meritorious official who had contributed to the enthronement of the emperor, he now sits as the chief minister of the cabinet and is still trusted by the emperor. This shows that his strategies for doing things and for himself are much better than those of ordinary people.
Such a person never shows his emotions on his face, and his thoughts are not something that ordinary people can understand.
Then she knew that he had intended for her to see this look.
So, Gu Tingqiu said frankly: "Lord Heyi, you and I are ministers in the same palace, like family. If you have anything to say, you can speak frankly."
"All right,"
He Yi nodded and said, "I just feel that the Imperial Concubine's situation is a little unusual."
"What?"
When Gu Tingqiu heard that the matter concerned the imperial concubine, he became nervous.
He Yi immediately smiled and said, "Master Gu, don't worry. I don't mean to imply that the Imperial Concubine has done anything rebellious. It's just that the Imperial Concubine has been through a lot these days, and she must be feeling very sad. I'm afraid we should pay more attention to her."
“…”
After hearing these words, Gu Tingqiu suddenly had an idea in his mind.
He knew a little about Si Nanyan's character. The constant ups and downs could easily change a person's mentality. The imperial concubine's current behavior seemed to be somewhat different from her previous stubborn yet resolute temperament.
He said softly, "I understand."
He Yi then nodded.
This is the advantage of smart people dealing with each other. You don't have to say everything. Just a few words and they will understand everything.
So, the two of them went about their own business.
On this side, the former dynasty quickly stabilized.
As for the harem, just after the noon hour, the Imperial Hospital sent a message to Yonghe Palace. A short while later, Empress Xu Miaoyin left Yonghe Palace and went to Jianfu Palace.
When I walked to Yanchun Pavilion, I saw that there was no one inside.
Fortunately, the palace maid Chun'er beside her turned around and saw Eunuch Yu and several young eunuchs waiting at the door of the side hall, so she hurried over.
As soon as they saw the Queen arrive, Eunuch Yu and the others immediately came forward to pay their respects.
"Greetings to Her Majesty the Queen."
"Please stand up."
Xu Miaoyin waved her hand, and when Eunuch Yu stood up, she said, "I heard that the little princess's coffin has been placed in the Imperial Ancestral Temple. Where is the emperor?"
Eunuch Yu glanced behind him.
He whispered, "To answer the Empress, the Emperor is still in the side hall... resting."
"Rest in the side hall?"
Xu Miaoyin frowned slightly.
Wasn't it the Imperial Concubine who stayed in the side hall of Jianfu Palace last night...
She immediately understood and nodded, but after a moment, she asked softly, "Is there anything unusual about the Emperor?"
Eunuch Yu hurriedly said, "This servant has observed that the Emperor is in good condition."
"Then why haven't you woken up yet?"
"The Emperor didn't sleep a wink last night. It was only recently that he was able to—oh no, he barely managed to lie down and rest for a while."
"oh……"
Xu Miaoyin raised her eyebrows slightly.
Although I know there is some water in what Eunuch Yu said, I will not find fault with him at this time.
As long as Zhu Feng doesn't do anything unexpected, it will be the greatest luck.
At this time, the sound of their conversation reached the side hall.
Nan Yan, who had been leaning against the headboard, half asleep, listened, then slowly opened her eyes and murmured, "Is it the Queen?"
…
Of course, the room was still quiet.
The heavy man on her body was already snoring loudly in her arms.
Sleep well!
Nan Yan couldn't help but frown, but she regained consciousness and heard Eunuch Yu's voice coming from outside. He said softly, "Is the Empress here to see the Emperor? I just don't know when the Emperor will get up."
"That's fine."
Xu Miaoyin was very calm and said only, "It's just that there is something going on at the Imperial Hospital, and I want to report it to the Emperor."
“…”
"If the Emperor hasn't woken up yet, it will be the same if I tell him later."
Imperial Medical Service?
What happened to the Imperial Medical Bureau?
When Nan Yan heard this, she immediately became more sober, opened her eyes wide, and pricked up her ears to listen to what was happening outside.
Xu Miaoyin said, "Last night, Feng Qianyan and her people confessed that the person who performed the moxa burning ritual to induce labor and preserve the fetus was Shao Ren, the director of the Imperial Hospital, and his apprentice Han Guangqi. Last night, I sent people out of the palace to arrest them."
“…”
"Shao Ren has been apprehended, but Han Guangqi actually escaped."
Ran away?!
When Nan Yan heard this, her breathing paused.
This guy is so fast!
Even the eunuch Yu outside was startled and said, "How could this Han Guangqi move so quickly? He even managed to escape before his master was caught."
Xu Miaoyin said, "I also find it strange."
“…”
"Logically speaking, he shouldn't be more informed than his master, but Shao Ren still doesn't know what's going on in the palace. When the arresting officers arrived at Han Guangqi's house, they found it deserted. It seemed like—"
It seems like——
I was ready to leave early in the morning.
But this is not right. They used the method of inducing labor and preserving the fetus for Concubine Ning, weren't they waiting for Feng Qianyan to give birth to a prince so that they could rise to prominence? Since it was for fame and fortune, why would Han Guangqi plan to leave at any time?
Could it be that he had this plan from the beginning?
Thinking of this, Nan Yan suddenly felt a chill and her body trembled.
Han Guangqi deliberately killed Feng Qianyan's child.
But why did he do that?
You know, the crime of murdering the royal heir is punishable by the execution of the entire family. He was able to get close to Feng Qianyan, and he should have no personal grudges against her. What was his purpose in doing this?
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