Chapter 100 Liu Yu lowers her status and asks for the position of concubine!
Liu Mansion.
A period of depression and self-reflection.
Liu Yu once again opened the cage in her heart called "ambition".
She knew that the imperial decree bestowing the marriage was openly proclaimed to the world.
The affair between Crown Prince Xiao Qingxuan and Qian Yueshu is now a done deal.
After all, they've already arranged their marriage!
"Some things cannot be changed..."
Liu Yu murmured to herself, a faint smile playing on her lips, "Then don't try to change it. She can completely blend in."
His Highness the Crown Prince may now regret his proposal to marry Qian Yueshu!
After all, it was because of his marriage proposal.
The Emperor has the idea of deposing the Crown Prince...
In any case, the Crown Prince is in a very difficult situation right now!
At this time, Liu Yu voluntarily married the Crown Prince as a concubine, with the support of the Prime Minister's faction.
His Highness the Crown Prince would be so moved he'd die!
Even if there isn't much affection involved.
Based solely on the support given during the most critical time, and the influence of the Liu family.
The crown prince would be very happy to accept her!
Liu Yu still has this much confidence.
Anyway, Qian Yueshu is just the Crown Princess.
When Xiao Qingxuan really becomes the emperor...
Who the empress is is anyone's guess.
Even if we take a step back and say that...
Even if Qian Yueshu remains the empress, can she hold her position securely?
Moreover, if Xiao Qingxuan really becomes the emperor.
She, Liu Yu, should at least be a Noble Consort, or even an Imperial Noble Consort...
It's still uncertain which prince will ascend the throne!
When Liu Yu proposed to Prime Minister Liu that she would voluntarily marry the Crown Prince as a concubine.
Even this veteran minister, who had been wielding immense influence in the court for decades, was so shocked that he dropped his teacup.
"Yu'er, do you know what you're saying?"
Prime Minister Liu frowned, his voice filled with incomprehension and regret, "My Liu family's eldest daughter is so noble, how could she be a concubine? That Qian Yueshu is just a merchant's daughter, how could she be above you!"
Council chamber.
The sandalwood incense wafted gently, yet it couldn't dispel the heavy atmosphere.
Liu Yu slowly knelt down in front of Prime Minister Liu, her posture respectful but her eyes sharp.
She raised her head slightly, her gaze intense: "Grandpa, please believe me one more time! The Crown Prince's proposal was rejected by the Eastern Palace, and he has lost some of the people's hearts. The Crown Prince is currently facing internal and external troubles, and he needs your support more than anyone else. My actions are a sacrifice of my own 'humiliation' to ensure the future of the entire Liu family."
Prime Minister Liu looked at his granddaughter, whom he was most pleased with.
He knew.
Actually, it's a lie to say he's thinking of the Liu family.
She was deeply devoted to the Crown Prince and unwilling to marry another prince.
At this time.
In fact, Liu Yu could have been the principal wife of any of the powerful princes the Liu family could have chosen.
But she insisted on becoming a concubine!
However, even though the crown prince has temporarily lost power.
He still has the best chance of ascending the throne!
The Liu family placed their bet on him, and the price they had to pay was minimal.
"But I'm sorry to have wronged you..." Prime Minister Liu's sigh carried a hint of compromise.
Liu Yu laughed, a bittersweet joy in her smile: "Feeling wronged? Grandfather, a temporary title as a concubine is nothing to feel wronged about. What I want is not just temporary fame, but lifelong honor... Even if I become a concubine, I will still sit in that position."
These words seemed to be addressed to Prime Minister Liu.
It's like he's comforting himself!
actually.
Prime Minister Liu thought so too.
The fact that he came from a merchant family is nothing to be afraid of for the Liu family.
Actually, this is fine too.
With Qian Yueshu protecting her, Liu Yu will be less likely to be schemed against by other women!
It's truly unfair to make the eldest daughter of the Liu family a concubine...
but.
Once Xiao Qingxuan ascends the throne, there won't be too many grievances.
After all, given Liu Yu's status, even if she couldn't become Empress, she would still be a Noble Consort!
From now on, we'll just have to fight it out slowly...
Prime Minister Liu was confident that he could defeat the Qian family.
As for whether Liu Yu can defeat Qian Yueshu?
He believed he could win.
All Qian Yueshu had was the Crown Prince's favor.
But how long can a man's love last?
It's just a passing fad!
In the end, only someone as knowledgeable and reasonable as his granddaughter, who could also be of assistance to the crown prince, could be worthy of being the mother of the nation...
The Xiao residence.
Liu Yu knew that she might not be able to get Crown Prince Xiao Qingxuan to come out of her presence.
So they borrowed Xiao Li's name.
Grand Tutor Xiao was once the Crown Prince's mentor.
His son, Xiao Li, was not only the Crown Prince's advisor, but also his study companion and close friend.
Xiao Li secretly loves him.
Liu Yu is very easy to use.
at the same time.
The Crown Prince's Temporary Palace.
Xiao Qingxuan had just finished dealing with some official business and rubbed his slightly swollen temples.
Wang Xi then handed over a letter.
The letter was written in messy handwriting, just like Xiao Li's unruly nature. He said that he had received two jars of fine wine from the Western Regions and invited him to his residence for a chat, to enjoy the wine and appreciate the spring.
He didn't think much of it and simply instructed Wang Xi to prepare a sedan chair.
The Xiao residence.
Reception room.
Xiao Qingxuan felt something was wrong as soon as he sat down.
It's too quiet.
If Xiao Li were hosting a banquet, his hearty laughter or the sound of wine jars being opened should have already echoed through the garden by now...
But there was no sign of him...
Soon someone arrived.
However, it wasn't Xiao Li.
Instead, it was Liu Yu, dressed in a moon-white ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress).
"It's over."
This was not an invitation from Xiao Li.
It was a carefully designed scheme by Liu Yu.
They took advantage of his trust in his brother and lured him to this place.
The crown prince's first thought was that it was all over.
Then a second thought surged uncontrollably into his mind, tinged with a helpless irritation: "If Qian Yueshu finds out about this, I wonder how jealous she'll be?"
Their relationship has been incredibly sweet lately.
He didn't want any more complications!
Liu Yu stopped three feet away from Xiao Qingxuan and bowed gracefully: "This humble woman, Liu Yu, greets Your Highness the Crown Prince."
Xiao Qingxuan nodded slightly, his voice calm: "Miss Liu, what are you doing here? Where is Xiao Li?"
"Your Highness, please forgive me," she said, her voice still soft, yet revealing a resolute determination. "It was I who... borrowed Young Master Xiao's name to invite Your Highness here. I knew that if I used my own name, I was afraid I wouldn't be able to persuade Your Highness to come."
Xiao Qingxuan frowned even more deeply.
He'd better be careful.
If Liu Yu were to drug her, Qian Yueshu would never allow her to sleep in her bed again.
"Your Highness, Liu Yu admires you!" she confessed tentatively.
“Miss Liu is beautiful and talented, and comes from a distinguished family. She deserves a better man.” He first gave his usual affirmation, then changed the subject, “But in my heart, there is already someone I love deeply.”
She leaned forward slightly, her voice filled with an unprecedented humility and pleading, a posture that trampled all her pride underfoot: "Your Highness... I know that Your Highness and Miss Qian are deeply in love, and I dare not presume to be your principal wife. But... but my feelings for Your Highness are as clear as day! I love the Crown Prince deeply, like a moth drawn to a flame, knowing it is impossible, yet I cannot restrain myself!"
Her voice choked, and she almost breathed out the words: "Even if... even if I were to become Your Highness's concubine, I would be willing!"
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