Moreover, she was very sensible and would occasionally bring gifts to the ladies of the palace, so apart from the Empress Dowager, the other ladies also liked her very much.
Moreover, she is the daughter of the prime minister, and many people secretly wish their sons could marry her.
However, the imperial harem was mostly populated by powerful and influential concubines. If they actually did this, it might arouse the emperor's suspicion and make him feel that they were plotting something, thus causing him to feel disgusted. Therefore, they could not say it outright.
She simply tried to arrange for her son to run into her whenever Wan Ge entered the palace.
If two people are mutually attracted and have been childhood sweethearts, then it's not unreasonable for them to be together.
Although the original owner of this body had hardly spoken a word to those princes, because she frequently entered and exited the harem, it was barely acceptable to say that she was their childhood sweetheart.
…
As soon as Wan Ge entered the Empress Dowager's palace, she saw the Empress Dowager smiling broadly; she seemed genuinely happy.
Wan Ge obediently bowed, and the palace maid beside him accepted the pastries he brought.
The original owner's pastries were really delicious. Moreover, considering the elderly's health, the original owner carefully researched how to make pastries so that the Empress Dowager would find them delicious without harming her health.
The sweet pastries in the palace weren't entirely unappetizing, but they weren't suitable for someone of the Empress Dowager's age; eating too many might lead to high blood sugar and high blood pressure.
The Empress Dowager would only eat a few pastries made by Wan Ge. They were sweet but not cloying, fragrant and soft, and wouldn't burden her body. In addition, each pastry was exquisite and beautiful, so it's no wonder the Empress Dowager loved them so much.
The Empress Dowager chatted with her for a few moments, then remembered something: "By the way, I heard you just went to see the Ninth Prince?"
"Yes."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager sighed again and, together with Wan Ge beside her, thought of Chu Yue Zhao's mother and his maternal family.
“He was also a child with a tragic fate. I know about his story. Those unruly servants were truly despicable. Fortunately, he met you, otherwise he might have suffered even more.”
"It was my good fortune to meet His Highness the Prince; perhaps this was destiny."
The Empress Dowager shook her head again and said, "To be honest, I still don't believe that General Yue would rebel. Although I didn't have much contact with him, the late emperor trusted him quite a bit when he was alive."
The late emperor had excellent foresight; otherwise, he would not have been able to create such a prosperous and flourishing era.
Whether in governing the country or in selecting personnel, his unique vision created a peaceful and prosperous era.
However, it seems that the emperor did not inherit this trait.
Hearing this, Wan Ge could only remain silent. She couldn't say too much about this matter, since General Yue's family was accused of treason, and if she said anything, she might anger the emperor.
Therefore, remaining silent was the best option for her; in any case, it would prevent either of them from getting angry.
Wan Ge was well aware that even if it was a misjudgment, it was already a fact, and he couldn't do anything to change it.
Even if changes are to be made, it shouldn't be done now. Chu Yue Zhao has finally achieved a stable life, so the emperor should at least pay more attention to her.
Otherwise, even if there is a misunderstanding, if Wan Ge does it now, she will only anger the emperor and ultimately implicate Chu Yue Zhao.
Besides, Chu Yue Zhao is too young to do these things now. Let him grow up a bit more. If there is any misunderstanding, let him clear it up himself.
Let him overturn the injustices suffered by his maternal grandfather and his mother on his own. As for now, what Wan Ge needs to do is protect him and help him grow up properly. There are still more than ten years until he turns twenty.
As the Empress Dowager spoke, she seemed to realize that she should not continue this topic. Although she had doubts, she could not raise any questions.
After all, this matter is in the past. Isn't her raising questions now just slapping her son in the face?
"It wouldn't be a bad thing for you to spend more time with him. If there are any problems, just tell me."
Wan Ge knew what the other person's words meant; they meant that Chu Yue Zhao had the Empress Dowager backing her up.
Wan Ge bowed respectfully again: "Thank you, Empress Dowager."
The Empress Dowager reached out and touched her head: "I am your great-aunt, why be so polite?"
Although she and her sister came from prestigious families, they were merely pawns in a political marriage. Although she married the late emperor, who treated her exceptionally well, she still walked a precarious path in the palace. In his youth, the late emperor, due to his father's incompetence, held relatively little power. He also faced considerable difficulties in court affairs.
Just when they were in dire straits, the Meng family, the sister's family, extended a helping hand.
The Meng family was not as powerful as it is now, but they were still important officials in the court. With the help of the Meng family, the late emperor had a much smoother time in the court.
After the late emperor consolidated his power in the court, Wan Ge's grandfather became the prime minister. Later, his son, Wan Ge's father, was also extremely outstanding. So after the old prime minister retired, her father became the new prime minister.
Prime Minister Meng had once been the emperor's study companion, and the two shared a deep friendship. The emperor also trusted the Meng family.
However, despite the trust, the emperor never wanted the Meng family to become too powerful.
…
When Wan Ge left the Empress Dowager's palace, she deliberately passed by the palace where Chu Yue Zhao was currently located.
Chu Yue Zhao seemed to have been waiting for her as well, and when she saw her, she immediately stepped forward and said, "Sister."
Wan Ge stepped forward again with a gentle smile: "I heard that Your Highness will be starting school at the Imperial Academy tomorrow. Is Your Highness not making any preparations?"
Chu Yue Zhao looked at her with her beautiful eyes and slowly replied, "The palace servants are all ready. I will go there tomorrow."
"Sister, I..." Chu Yue Zhao gently grasped her sleeve with her fingertips, looking at her with eyes that seemed to have a lot to say but didn't know what to say.
Wan Ge reached out and touched him: "Your Highness, rest assured, no matter what happens, I'll be here for you."
After hearing this, Chu Yue Zhao nodded again. Hearing what she said, her worries subsided, and she felt much more relaxed.
"Your Highness, keep up the good work and study hard. I'll come see you again tomorrow."
"Okay." Hearing this, Chu Yue Zhao was overjoyed.
Wan Ge didn't linger for long; she left shortly after finishing her speech.
…
Normally, ordinary women are not allowed to enter the Imperial Academy, but Wan Ge's uncle is the Chancellor of the Imperial Academy, and her younger brother is studying at the Imperial Academy, so it is not difficult for her to enter.
But before Wan Ge could see Chu Yue Zhao, she met the Crown Prince: "Why is Sister Wan Ge here?"
"Greetings, Your Highness. I have come to visit my younger brother."
"I see. You don't need to call me 'Little Sister Wange' so formally. I still prefer you when you were little, always following behind me and calling me 'Crown Prince Brother'."
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