Chapter 471
When the emperor's clear eyes swept over him, Commander Zhao felt as if he had nowhere to hide.
But she was respectful and had no guilty conscience; her loyalty to His Majesty was as clear as day.
Wen Xin said calmly, "Zhao Mo, keep a close eye on Xu Ming. Don't alert her if anything happens."
Commander Zhao's expression changed slightly. His Majesty meant Xu Ming...
"Understood."
Wen Xin smiled slightly, admiring Commander Zhao's intelligence and loyalty.
Then, she spoke a few more words to Commander Zhao, her words filled with dislike and suspicion towards Jiang Yanche.
If an emperor wants to punish someone, he doesn't need to lift a finger, or even do anything at all. He only needs to make a gesture, and there will be plenty of people willing to serve him and curry favor with him.
In his previous life, Jiang Yanche was protected by fragments of his soul and lived a very comfortable life in the palace.
Nowadays!
Wen Xin played with the jade ruyi in her hand, thinking that a hostage should act like a hostage.
Did he really come to Fengyuan as a hostage to enjoy life?
As for why Wen Xin hasn't gone to find Jiang Yanche yet?
Does he deserve it?
I am now the Empress. People should be the ones who go to great lengths to see me. When should I need to go looking for someone?
Where is the emperor's majesty and airs?
Oh, Your Highness the Regent doesn't count. I'm a loyal and affectionate emperor. What's wrong with me humbling myself to pursue my future husband?
Xiao Jin, fully recovered, complains: In the end, you're just being hypocritical!
Wen Xin ignored the silly butterfly and, after Commander Zhao left, she slumped onto the table without any regard for her image.
She's been really busy lately!
Where would I find the time to personally play with that silly dog, the male lead?
Ever since the day she was diagnosed with poisoning, she took the opportunity to play the victim and soften the Regent's heart, agreeing to come and keep him company every day.
After that, he kept his promise and came to see her every day.
but……
After confirming with Yueqi that as long as she doesn't get pregnant, the Butterfly Charm won't affect her body for the time being. She's currently feeling great, with no backaches or leg pains, and can do anything she wants. Then, the Regent solemnly (and ruthlessly) declared: Your Majesty should continue your lessons.
Also, Your Majesty, the morning court session should be resumed!
Wen Xin: "???"
She's still poisoned; shouldn't she be resting and recuperating?
Why do we still need to attend classes and court sessions?
Your Highness, what about the love between us?
Let her be a couch potato!
I'm trying to get Yue Qi and the imperial physicians to issue me a certificate of poisoning and weakness, as well as a leave of absence. I wonder if it's too late?
It's obviously too late!
His Highness the Regent said righteously and sternly, "Feng Yuan belongs to His Majesty. Only when His Majesty is strong can he truly control the country, intimidate the world, and not be deceived by those below him."
Wen Xin said sweetly, "Isn't His Highness here?"
Upon hearing this, the Regent fell silent.
Unable to bear seeing him like this, Wen Xin had no choice but to compromise.
She should study hard and keep striving. Isn't it enough for her to be a diligent emperor?
However, Wen Xin soon understood why the Regent insisted that she attend the morning court session.
Damn it, all those royalists thought she was being held under house arrest by the regent.
Because she was about to challenge his power, the Regent could not tolerate His Majesty.
Wen Xin: "..."
Sure enough, those who get involved in politics are full of conspiracies and schemes.
Can't these idiots just wish me well?
She wanted to play in the dark with the Regent, but the problem was he wouldn't allow it!
Heartbreaking!
If she doesn't appear in court soon, the royalists will completely break with the regent's power.
Meanwhile, the officials who were subordinate to the regent were also getting restless, and were about to raise their flags and urge His Highness to rebel!
Wen Xin: "..." Drag them all out and behead them.
Okay, we can't cut them. If we cut them all, she and the Regent will be left with nothing. What's the point of them playing around then?
If the country is destroyed again, not to mention whether the fragments of her soul will collapse directly, Wen Xin will not allow herself to be the ruler of a fallen country.
I have my pride!
Wen Xin sat on the phoenix throne atop the high jade steps, listening expressionlessly to the civil and military officials below arguing wildly, each one a master of yin and yang, yet none of them used a single vulgar word when they swore.
But she felt as if a hundred ducks were quacking in her ears, making her scalp tingle.
Wen Xin clenched her fists, which were hidden in her sleeves. She wanted to kill someone, she really wanted to kill someone.
Today is another day I feel like being a tyrant.
Damn it, it's just the position of Chancellor of the Imperial Academy, isn't it?
Does it need to escalate into a major power struggle within the imperial court?
Wen Xin couldn't help but turn her head to look at the Regent, who sat on the white jade throne below her. His handsome face was expressionless, his phoenix eyes were deep and calm, like an outsider, coldly looking down on the foolishness of mortals...
He was like a god who could disappear into the chaotic world at any moment.
Noticing her gaze, the Regent instinctively turned to look at her. His usually lifeless and indifferent eyes, like a cold pool, instantly stirred with ripples, as if a storm was brewing for her.
Wen Xin enjoyed seeing him become emotionally charged because of her.
He seemed to belong solely to her.
The Empress unconsciously gave him a faint smile, and the world's restlessness seemed to dissipate from that moment.
The Regent's throat tightened slightly, and his fingertips trembled. Then, he raised his hand and threw the memorials on the table at the group of noisy officials.
His cold, oppressive gaze swept over them, his tone icy, "Have you had enough?"
The court immediately fell silent. Officials from both the royalists and the regent's faction shrank back and dared not utter another word.
This shows how powerful the regent was in the court.
Compared to Wen Xin, who is still a naive empress, the regent is now the true master of Feng Yuan.
Wen Xin not only didn't feel any apprehension or suspicion, but actually felt proud.
Yes, the man I've chosen is just that capable.
Little Jin, fearless as ever, came out to pour cold water on things again: Master, it's not yours yet.
Wen Xin clenched her fist: It would happen sooner or later!
She is the Empress, how can she say she is incapable?
Regardless of the dispute between the two factions, the regent directly appointed a neutral candidate to take office.
No matter what happened next, the two factions of officials would always argue fiercely, but in the end, the regent would always make the decision with a single sentence, and no one dared to object.
Wen Xin: "..."
So what exactly are they arguing about?
Why bother making noise for no reason?
Most importantly, if the regent makes decisions on everything without the officials consulting her, what's the point of having an empress here?
Has anyone considered her feelings?
Her beauty sleep!
Stay calm. An emperor must not show his emotions. Don't bother with fools!
After the court session, the royalist officials requested an audience with Wen Xin.
Thinking of giving these bumpkins a good talking-to and getting them to do real work instead of always focusing on the Regent and opposing him, which also prevented her from getting a good night's sleep, Wen Xin brought them all back to the Chaohuang Palace.
Upon arriving at the Chaohuang Palace, the group of royalists began to weep and wail, overjoyed that His Majesty was in good health and had not been harmed by the Regent, truly a blessing for the Emperor.
Immediately, one by one, they began to condemn the regent for monopolizing power, being autocratic and domineering, and having ambitious plans...
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