As soon as the prince said this, the emperor felt his heart tighten.
I always feel like something is different from before.
Ever since he doted on the prince, the prince has been respectful to him. Now that he is unwell, the prince is always by his side. All the affairs of the court, big and small, are handled by the prince. He has just been involved in court affairs, but he handles everything well. However, he is still respectful to him. Almost every memorial is read to him first. Only when he nods will the prince feel at ease to pass on the government orders.
And now, the prince directly refuted his words.
Is it for this girl from the Xiao family?
The surprise that had appeared in her eyes just now suddenly turned into displeasure.
No matter who it is, no one should affect the prince's admiration for him.
The prince looked extremely respectful, but before the emperor could ask, he continued, "Today, Miss Xiao Qi... there is something concerning the people of the world that you must inform your father."
"What's the matter?" the emperor asked coldly.
Xiao Cunyu said, "I observed the celestial phenomena tonight and found that within March, there will be a major flood in the Pingzhou area in the south. Tens of thousands of people will be affected and displaced. Moreover, after the heavy rain, bandits will be rampant. I hope Your Majesty will prepare money in advance and send soldiers to provide disaster relief."
As soon as the words fell, the whole court was in an uproar.
Minister Xiao felt like he was hit on the head with a hammer and almost fainted.
This crime of deceiving the emperor... I could have exchanged it for the Xiao family's favor, so I wouldn't have lost my life. But now... you're being so shameless in the hall. You really can't expect to live anymore, unless...
Unless what my niece said is true!
Minister Xiao was also a little shaken. After all, this kid had been stuffing coffins into the house every day recently, and he was able to find the bones that had been buried for many years. He must be capable, but this disaster was extraordinary, and he really couldn't help but feel nervous.
"Observing the celestial phenomena? Xiao Qillang... Miss Xiao, who is your master? How many years have you been practicing?" Someone immediately stood up and asked.
"I haven't been practicing for a long time. I probably started when I was in my mother's womb, and it's only been seventeen or eighteen years. However, this kind of ability depends on hard work, talent, and destiny. I was born to do this, so the divinations I make must be accurate. I was afraid that you didn't believe me, so I specially invited several Taoist priests to testify for me. They are all highly respected masters in the capital, and they all agree with what I just said." Xiao Cunyu replied bluntly, without any girl's reserve and caution.
Although her words were harsh, she was too arrogant and made people feel uneasy.
If Xiao Cunyu was not sure, why would he speak so frankly in the hall?
Moreover... these Taoist priests, even one of them, are hard to come by on ordinary days, but now they are indeed standing here, making Xiao Cunyu's words and deeds even more believable.
There were more whispers in the court, and they were probably all discussing whether this matter was credible or not.
"Your son has known Miss Xiao for a long time and knows that she has the ability to predict the secrets of heaven. I ask Your Majesty to issue an order and make preparations in advance." Ying Huaiji had complete faith in Xiao Cunyu.
"Nonsense, a few words from a woman can make you dizzy!" The emperor was furious and spoke so much that he coughed a few times. There was even a fishy-sweet taste in his mouth. Feeling discomfort in his chest, the emperor was suddenly startled.
My health is getting worse and worse, and the prince...
This child, clearly poisoned, stood straight today, his face rosy, and he didn't look as frail as usual...
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