The Fourth Prince's inner quarters have been unusually quiet these past few days, so quiet that it seems eerily quiet. The Princess Consort has received Yan Yu's letter, but she hasn't replied. If her reply were intercepted by the Fourth Prince, it would truly be a loss for her.
While listening to Que'er's report, Consort Li was watching the Fourth Prince crawling in his walker.
"But have you figured it out? The eldest prince plays on his skateboard over there every day?" After listening, Madam Li glanced at Que'er and asked. Her brows, which were adorned with flower petals, furrowed slightly.
“This servant has been secretly observing for half a month now. The eldest prince goes there every day, usually around 1:30 PM, and spends about 15 minutes there. Sometimes his several children go with him, and sometimes it’s just the eldest prince alone!” Que’er answered cautiously.
"Is there a pattern?" Consort Li asked. "Que'er, do you know what this means to me? If I succeed, I could rise to the top in one step; if I fail, all my efforts will be in vain!"
Que'er immediately replied cautiously, "Que'er has already figured out the pattern of roller skating on the eldest prince's side, and now all we need to do is find someone to do that."
Madam Li stared at the Fourth Prince's face and said, "Have you figured out when the gatehouse opens and closes? This person must be found outside, and it must be someone who will never be discovered."
Que'er said, "This servant has already told the master about the princess's plan, and the master has promised to find such a person for the princess."
Madam Li flicked the single hairpin on her hand and said, "Que'er, tomorrow take another waist token and go out to tell your father that once this person succeeds, he must be eliminated to prevent future troubles!"
Que'er tensed up. Although Li Shi didn't mean to eliminate her, she still felt a chill run through her. She knew Li Shi's methods; this woman was ruthless and vicious. Although she was beautiful, her heart was more venomous than a viper's. She already knew too many of Li Shi's secrets; who knew if she would be secretly eliminated by her one day!
Seeing that Que'er was looking down, seemingly lost in thought, Li said coldly, "What? Are you worried that you'll end up like him?"
Que'er was unaware that Madam Li had seen through her thoughts immediately, and she was so frightened that she hurriedly said, "This servant was just thinking about how to bring that person in, it's not as Madam said, please be clear, Madam!"
After Li chuckled a few times, she raised her hand, adorned with ruby and sapphire-encrusted gold openwork nails, and gently stroked Que'er's delicate, creamy face.
"Que'er, don't think I don't know what you're thinking! Tell me, do you like the Fourth Prince?" Sharp nail guards lingered on her delicate skin.
"This servant wouldn't dare! This servant is of lowly status, how could I possibly have any thoughts about my master? This servant only asks to serve by the side of the Fujin, please do not doubt this servant!" Que'er said, her face pale. She thought she had hidden her thoughts well, but who knew that Li Shi was like a tapeworm in her stomach, seeing her almost naked.
"Don't give me that nonsense. Tell me, do you like Fourth Master? If so, as long as you help me accomplish this and promise never to betray me again, I can grant your wish and make you a mistress instead of a maidservant who serves others for the rest of your life!" Li Shi tightened her nail guards slightly, and the sharp tips were already pricking Que'er, causing her some pain. However, she dared not escape and could only suppress the immense panic in her heart, fearing that if she angered Li Shi, her face might be disfigured.
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