Chapter 153 Did Father die of illness?
That night, after everyone in the palace had dinner, they went to rest.
Just as Jiang Xun said, everything is calm.
However, in a remote and secluded place, there were two people standing there.
"Cousin, why do you have to force me to this point? Aren't you afraid of me——"
"Huai Zhang, you and I are in the same game, isn't it just a matter of who can't afford to lose?"
The night wind was cold, and at this moment it parted the clouds and mist, allowing the moonlight to pour down, illuminating the two faces in the darkness.
Both of them were handsome and gentle, but one of them had an ugly look on his face while the other had a smile on his face. They were Zhao Huaizhang and...King Xiang Zhao Huaixiang.
At this time, Zhao Huaizhang frowned, obviously angry but not daring to speak.
Zhao Huaixiang on the opposite side shook his head and chuckled, "You and I are both at fault for the flower viewing banquet. Once it's exposed, we will both lose."
"But for me, the worst outcome is that I will never get that position again, but at least my life will be safe. As for you..."
"Huai Zhang, if you have such thoughts, I'm afraid that not only you, but also the entire Prince Rong's Mansion will suffer with you."
Zhao Huaixiang's words made Zhao Huaizhang shudder.
He looked up suddenly, his eyes full of reluctance and fear.
However, under Zhao Huaixiang's calm gaze, all his unwillingness was in vain. In the end, his shoulders slumped, revealing a sense of dejection.
Seeing this, Zhao Huaixiang raised his lips slightly and whispered, "In this case, I will have to trouble Huaizhang."
"Huai Zhen is so close to Miss Shen, so no matter what kind of scheme he sets up, it will be easy."
After Zhao Huaixiang finished speaking, he turned around and left calmly without caring whether Zhao Huaizhang responded or not.
But he had only taken a few steps when Zhao Huaizhang's slightly hoarse voice suddenly came from behind him:
"Cousin, have you ever thought about the consequences of losing? You and your cousin's wife have such a deep affection for each other, aren't you afraid of getting her into trouble?"
Zhao Huaixiang stopped suddenly under the moonlight, but never looked back.
After a long while, he finally laughed and said, "Huai Zhang, we are both members of the royal family, how could you ask such a naive question?"
"Don't you know the Emperor's methods?"
"Or, what are you testing?"
As Zhao Huaixiang spoke, he finally turned around and looked at Zhao Huaizhang with inquiry.
Zhao Huaizhang was much calmer at this moment. He shook his head and said in a hoarse voice, "I just want to know if my cousin still has a conscience."
Hearing this, Zhao Huaixiang raised his lips slightly and said lightly: "Huai Zhang, don't worry. If I win in the future, I will never cross the river and destroy the bridge."
"Prince Rong's Mansion will always be here."
Zhao Huaizhang looked at Zhao Huaixiang's expression for a long time and could only utter helplessly: "I hope you keep your word, cousin."
"nature."
Zhao Huaixiang nodded slightly, turned and left.
Zhao Huaizhang stood where he was, staring after Zhao Huaixiang left. How could there be any reluctance in his closed eyes?
There is only determination and perseverance to protect the family.
......
Zhao Huaixiang went all the way back to Qinghui Palace.
The palace was quiet, and Princess Pei Shiyin of Prince Xiang seemed to have fallen asleep with the little Princess Zhao Yuanling.
Zhao Huaixiang sat quietly outside for a long time, until the coldness in his body was completely dissipated, and he took in the warm incense in the hall, then he tiptoed onto the couch.
Zhao Yuanling is only eight months old now and is sleeping soundly in the innermost room.
Zhao Huaixiang gently stretched out his arms and embraced Pei Shiyin from behind.
The person in his arms stiffened, obviously not asleep.
Seeing this, Zhao Huaixiang let out a very light sigh, "Ayin..."
Pei Shiyin immediately turned around, hugged Zhao Huaixiang's waist tightly, buried her head in his chest, and trembled all over.
I don't know if it was out of fear or crying.
Zhao Huaixiang immediately looked distressed. He lowered his head to kiss Pei Shiyin's hair gently and patted her back again and again.
Pei Shiyin bit her lip, tears rolling down silently.
The prince's silence already showed his determination.
She couldn't persuade him, nor could she help him.
But she had a very bad feeling in her heart, especially when she went to meet her mother today, her mother got very angry with the prince again...
Thinking of this, Pei Shiyin couldn't help sobbing.
Zhao Huaixiang did not stop the soothing gesture with his hands, nor did he say anything. He just stared at the bed curtain above his head in a daze.
Until Pei Shiyin lowered her voice and spoke in a trembling voice:
"Your Majesty, Ah Xiang..."
"Don't forget what we said at the beginning, that we will sleep together in life and study together in death."
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Qingyan Palace.
"Mother, where is this? Where is this? Where is this?"
In the palace, there was a little man running around with curiosity and excitement on his face. He sat behind the table, then sat beside the couch, and then leaned on the cushion.
"Yes, both."
The Crown Princess smiled and nodded, but if you looked closely, you could see tears in her eyes, which she carefully hid.
Prince Xianhuai prayed for the people on Mount Zhou several times on behalf of Emperor Sheng, and he lived in the Qingyan Palace.
Zhao Yuanye was still very young at that time, and this was the first time he came to Zhoushan Palace since he could remember.
Hearing that Prince Xianhuai had lived here before, he could not wait to look for traces of the past and touch every place where his father had sat and stood.
After a long time, he finally got tired and sat down opposite the Crown Princess, panting.
The Crown Princess took out a handkerchief and gently wiped the sweat off Zhao Yuanye's forehead. She smiled and said, "Okay, Ye'er, you can still stay here for several days."
Zhao Yuanye smiled and nodded, then reached out for the water on the table.
Seeing this, the Crown Princess stretched out her hand to block it and said gently, "It's a little cold. Change it."
Zhao Yuanye shook his head nonchalantly, "Mother, it's okay, Ye'er is in good health!"
As soon as he finished speaking, his expression suddenly paused and he hurriedly looked at his mother's face.
Fortunately, there was no expression of abnormality on the Crown Princess's face, which made Zhao Yuanye breathe a sigh of relief.
He obediently withdrew his hand and waited for the Crown Princess to pour another cup of warm water. Then he took it with both hands and drank it in small sips.
He knew that his father had been weak since childhood and it was unlikely that he would live long. Later, he fell seriously ill and passed away.
Did I hurt my mother by saying that just now?
When the Crown Princess saw Zhao Yuanye being so cautious, her heart ached and she was distressed.
"Ye'er, don't think too much. Ye'er is in good health, and your mother is very happy."
As the Crown Princess spoke, she reached out to touch the top of Zhao Yuanye's head and smiled gently.
Zhao Yuanye's uneasiness slowly dissipated after hearing this, but... he actually wanted to ask...
He bit his little lip, looking hesitant.
How could the Crown Princess not notice something was wrong with Zhao Yuanye, so she took the initiative to ask, "Ye'er, what's wrong? Are you worried about tomorrow?"
"It's okay. Just follow Mr. Jiang's instructions. Weren't you excited and looking forward to it the past two days?"
Zhao Yuanye shook his head when he heard this. He looked around and a vague figure flashed through his mind. With a gentle aura, he was busy coming in and out of this palace.
Father, he...
"Yer?"
When the Crown Princess saw that Zhao Yuanye remained silent, she couldn't help but feel worried and leaned over slightly.
At this time, Zhao Yuanye finally couldn't help but ask: "Mother, I want to know--"
"Um?"
"Father...Did Father really die of illness?"
If the imperial uncles are full of intrigue and even family affection can be betrayed and deceived, then did my father really die of simple illness?
His father was clearly in his prime, and he could have grown up in his father's arms...
Zhao Yuanye was still young, and he couldn't keep his words in front of his closest mother.
There was silence in the hall for a moment.
The next moment, the Crown Princess stood up abruptly, almost knocking over the low table in front of her. She was so hasty and flustered, as if she was trying hard to hide something.
Zhao Yuanye was startled and looked up. He saw an almost unconcealed look of resentment on his mother's usually gentle face.
His heart trembled, and he slowly opened his mouth...
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