Chapter 203: Everything is born with its own strengths
Shang Yuwan's expression became extremely terrifying.
If what Cheng Qi said was true, then Emperor Chengming's move was not only to use Xiao Qinggu as bait to lure Xiao Tong out, but also to completely break up her relationship with Xiao Tong.
At the same time, he also wanted to see how determined Xiao Qinggu was in caring for the people of the world.
But no matter whether this move succeeds or not, Xiao Qinggu will definitely suffer a heavy blow and may even lose his life.
This time, Emperor Chengming was betting on Xiao Qinggu's life.
Shang Yuwan lowered his eyes and was silent for a moment, then asked, "Is there a way to kill the Gu without hurting anyone?"
Cheng Qi shook his head. "I don't know about that. If you want to know, I'm afraid you'll have to ask the emperor."
The person who could have made the information about the Langjiang alien race disappear from the world so quickly was either the Empress or Emperor Chengming.
In that case...
Shang Yuwan's eyes flashed, as if she had made up her mind. She suddenly raised her eyes, "...your fan?"
Seeing that Shang Yuwan finally noticed his fan, Cheng Qi hurriedly moved over with a smile and raised the fan to show her.
"Please look!"
Front: [Wanjie].
Reverse: [The best].
Cheng Qi asked her expectantly, "How is it? Does it look good?"
Shang Yuwan: “…”
Yuan Ji was right, there was indeed something strange about Cheng Qi.
She really couldn't appreciate it, so she said a few perfunctory words and left.
Lili knocked on the door with her lunch box in hand. "Sir, may I come in?"
Cheng Qi stood up and wanted to hold Shang Yuwan back, asking her to have some midnight snack before leaving.
Shang Yuwan glanced at him sideways.
Cheng Qi: "...No, take it back and eat it yourself."
Lili, who was standing outside the door, said: "...Yes."
Lili turned around and left with the lunch box.
Before leaving, Shang Yuwan thanked Cheng Qi and then left without any reluctance.
Cheng Qi stood there and touched the tip of his nose.
Shang Yuwan's temperament is now a little colder than before.
——
The following day, news came from the Dali Temple, revealing most of the truth. Xiao Qingxu was acquitted and immediately returned to Prince Qi's residence. Meanwhile, Xiao Qingji was deposed from the crown prince's throne by Emperor Chengming's personal order and sent to the Fengsi residence near the imperial mausoleum to guard the tomb of his ancestors. While ostensibly a mausoleum guard, he was actually under house arrest.
If someone wants to kill him, it depends on whether the person has the ability to do so.
Mingshu was sentenced to death, while Peiyun and Xiaoli were redeemed from slavery and taken home by Louke to reunite with their biological mother.
Seeing Peiyun and her mother hugging and crying, the guest silently put down a bag of money and left.
"I'm glad you're back, I'm glad you're back... Yun'er, I have something to ask you."
Peiyun wiped away her tears and helped her mother sit down. "Mom, tell me."
"Those people were sent by that young lady, right?"
Peiyun was stunned and looked at her mother's cloudy eyes.
"That young lady is truly kindhearted." Liu patted Peiyun's hand. "Her maid told me that when you were a child, you were abducted by human traffickers, and it was that young lady who took you in."
"The young lady saw that you were very secretive about your family affairs, so she investigated, but she didn't expect you to be abducted. However, she thought you didn't want to go home, so she didn't tell you."
"That young lady is kind-hearted, and her maid knows medicine, which is amazing. But my mother is old, and it's only a matter of time before she loses her eyesight. There's nothing we can do about it, so don't blame the young lady."
Peiyun was silent for a moment and then nodded softly.
......Is it still late?
"Mother heard from them that you were redeemed by the young lady and are no longer a slave."
As she spoke, Mrs. Liu began to laugh.
"That young lady is such a kind person! Not only did she send people to help me with my chores, she also arranged for me to be treated for my illness, without asking for money, not even a copper. She also bought a lot of food for our family, and it's all in the kitchen."
Peiyun felt a sore nose and her vision blurred.
"Yun'er, mother is asking you why you don't want to continue working for the young lady? The young lady is so kind-hearted. Being a slave to her is better than doing needlework here with us."
"mother......"
"Um?"
Peiyun sniffed and said with a wry smile, "Yun'er doesn't want to leave mother anymore."
Liu smiled and said, "Okay."
"I'm not leaving. I'm not leaving."
No matter how heatedly the people discussed the situation, some people knew the truth but kept it to themselves. Shang Yuwan told Shang Mingqi to stay in the princess's mansion and not to wander around. Only after giving him numerous instructions did he and Xiao Qinggu board the imperial carriage.
Yuezhu knew that this was not a simple outing, so he rode his horse on the left side of the imperial carriage and was very vigilant along the way.
Yuan Ji rode his horse on the right side of the imperial carriage, his mind heavy, with a hint of gloom between his brows.
Shang Yuwan sat opposite Xiao Qinggu with a calm expression, "He couldn't help but take action."
It seems that what Cheng Qi said was right. The secret method of the Gu beast is indeed a thorn in the side of Emperor Chengming that must be completely eradicated.
"Today, do you really just need me to be a bait?" Xiao Qinggu was a little uneasy.
Although Shang Yuwan told her the purpose of going to Jinfu Temple today last night, she still felt a little uneasy for some reason.
I always feel like something big is going to happen.
Shang Yuwan saw that she was a little nervous, so he held her hand and comforted her softly: "Don't be afraid, Your Highness, I'm here, nothing will happen."
Xiao Qinggu looked at her and suddenly nodded vigorously.
"I'm not the same as I used to be! I can do it!"
Shang Yuwan smiled at Xiao Qing and Gu Rourou, "Yes."
"Our Highness has become better than before."
Her eyebrows and eyes were as soft as a soft cloud, which made Xiao Qinggu slightly stunned.
Today's Shang Yuwan...seems different in some way? Yet, nothing seems to have changed.
Xiao Qingxu returned to Prince Qi's Mansion. After receiving the news left by Yuan Ji, his face changed drastically. He immediately took everyone from Baijialou and rushed to Jinfu Temple.
But Shang Yuwan and his group were one step ahead and arrived at the foot of the hill where Jinfu Temple was located faster than Xiao Qingxu and his group.
In order to enter Jinfu Temple, they have to climb the mountain first - Jinfu Temple is halfway up the mountain, and to get up, they have to climb three thousand steps.
However, there is a road not far away, and you can go there directly in the imperial carriage.
However, it was a rare opportunity for Xiao Qinggu to come to Jinfu Temple, so he wanted to walk up step by step by himself, doing it sincerely and exercising his legs at the same time.
She wanted to go up, and Shang Yuwan and the others naturally accompanied her without any hesitation.
After an incense stick of time, Shang Yuwan and the others finally made it up. Standing at the entrance to Jinfu Temple was a kind-looking monk in a patchwork robe, followed by a group of disciples. When he saw Shang Yuwan emerge from the imperial carriage, the faint smile on his face deepened.
Shang Yuwan and the other three bowed respectfully to the monk.
After Master Shanhe and his disciples returned the gifts, he looked at Xiao Qinggu with a smile, "Your Highness, the Princess, is devoted to the common people of the world. It is truly a blessing for us. It is truly glorious to meet you in person today. You are truly extraordinary."
Xiao Qinggu was neither arrogant nor impatient, and said softly: "Master, you are too kind. This is all part of my job, not worth mentioning."
Master Shanhe kept smiling and looked at her kindly.
"Your Highness, there is no need to be modest. You are the first princess to achieve this. You are truly a role model for women all over the world."
Xiao Qinggu smiled lightly, "Master, do you think women can show their faces in public just like men?"
"That's natural," Master Shanhe nodded. "Everything is created by nature, and each has its own strengths. The difference between men and women is simply that they are mortals. If men can do something, women can do it too."
Xiao Qinggu's eyes lit up slightly, and he politely thanked Master Shanhe.
Master Shanhe waved his hand and turned to look at Shang Yuwan.
"It seems this is Miss Shang."
Shang Yuwan said gently, "It is my daughter. How is Master Shanhe doing in your temple these days?"
Master Shanhe smiled so kindly that just looking at him made people feel like they were bathed in spring breeze.
"Miss Shang has donated so much money to our temple. I am very happy."
He used humble words, but his words hinted at a love of money. Master Shanhe was not a staid monk, and his words were quite amusing.
Shang Yuwan smiled faintly and said, "Master, you're joking. How can the money I donated compare to your merits?"
Not every monk can wear a patchwork robe.
But this patchwork robe... according to Master Shanhe's past habits, he would never wear it out on ordinary days. Why today? Because of Xiao Qinggu?
Yuan Ji glanced at Shang Yuwan calmly.
I'm afraid it's not because of Her Royal Highness the Princess, but someone else.
Yesterday, news of the princess's visit to Jinfu Temple spread throughout Kyoto. Today, there were fewer pilgrims than usual, mostly young nobles and young men curious about Shang Yuwan and Xiao Qinggu, making the place seem rather deserted. Xiao Qinggu was currently enjoying a surge in popularity, and Master Shanhe had come to greet him early this morning. Shang Yuwan hadn't expected Master Shanhe to come just for her.
Master Shanhe took Xiao Qinggu and the others to the main hall with a smile.
Compared to the abnormality of Master Shanhe coming out to greet him in a patchwork robe, Shang Yuwan was more pleased with Xiao Qinggu's growth.
As long as Xiao Qinggu remains a princess who is devoted to the people and cares about the lives of the people of the world, the more credibility she has among the people now, the smoother it will be for her to take charge of power in the future.
Yuan Ji: “…”
Xiaowan always habitually ignores herself without realizing it.
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