Chapter 417 A Vast World, A Tiny Heart
Mu Xian said, "This subordinate is not quite sure, but I have heard that it is His Majesty's decree."
"His Majesty?"
The image of that chubby, delicately beautiful face immediately popped into Shang Ruyi's mind—Chu Chengfei?
It was actually him who issued the decree?
The Zhao King Chu Chengfei, who used to be mischievous and playful in front of her, was now enthroned by Yuwen Yuan and shouldered the heavy responsibility of the country. However, Shang Ruyi knew very well that the future of this child was only right in front of her.
Besides, he's still so young; it's impossible for him to become so sensible overnight.
It's likely that others are also advising him on this matter—
Empress Dowager?
Or is it Princess Crescent Moon?
Regardless of who it was, Shang Ruyi finally understood why Yuwen Ye had rushed out before dawn, even skipping court with his father and brothers. He must have been trying to secure an opportunity for himself to lead the expedition to Fufeng.
Even if he tries to win over the ministers at the court meeting, it is difficult for them to make the final decision. The final decision can only be made by the emperor, and the only people who can influence the emperor are the empress dowager and the eldest princess.
These two people held special feelings for him.
Thinking of this, Shang Ruyi's heart sank involuntarily.
Just as her eyes dimmed, Mu Xian said softly, "Young Madam, this expedition is very short. We must depart no later than the day after tomorrow. I have many things to prepare, so I will go now."
Shang Ruyi snapped out of her daze and nodded, saying, "Go quickly."
Mu Xian bowed to her again, then turned and hurriedly left. Shang Ruyi glanced at his back and also turned and walked into the room. As soon as she pushed the door open, she saw Yuwen Ye standing in the center of the room, looking down as he tried to untie the belt around his waist.
He was dressed in court robes, which were layered and heavy, but even so, his waist, which was tightly bound by a jade belt, still appeared slender and supple, exuding a strong sense of power.
Of course, that sense of power isn't just something you see.
Thinking of his tireless movements last night, Shang Ruyi blushed again and stopped in her tracks.
Upon hearing her footsteps, Yuwen Ye immediately turned around.
I noticed her slightly flushed face at a glance.
He said with a half-smile, "Where did you run off to again? You took everyone with you, and I couldn't even find anyone to change my clothes."
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi hurriedly walked in. Without even greeting anyone, she went over and gently untied his belt. The heavy, loose court robe suddenly came undone, and a wave of heat swept over.
Yuwen Ye took off his clothes, his chest soaked with sweat. He said, "If I stand in the court any longer, I'll be bloated with sweat."
Shang Ruyi hurriedly helped him take off his clothes and hung them on a clothes rack to the side. While smoothing out the wrinkles in the clothes, she said softly, "You're already complaining about being hot? Won't you be even hotter if you put on the armor?"
"……Um."
Yuwen Ye raised an eyebrow slightly and looked down at her: "You knew everything?"
Shang Ruyi took a handkerchief and wiped the sweat from his forehead and neck. Without looking up, she said, "I just ran into Mu Xian on the road. He said that His Majesty has issued an order for you to lead troops into battle."
Yuwen Ye nodded: "Mm."
"..."
Shang Ruyi hesitated for a moment, then looked up at him again, as if she wanted to ask something, but hesitated to speak.
When he met her eyes, Yuwen Ye's gaze was clear and lucid.
He said, "Are you trying to ask me if I went to ask the Empress Dowager for help?"
Shang Ruyi looked at him: "Really?"
Yuwen Ye replied, "Yes."
"..."
"However, before I have even met her, the Princess has already sent someone to tell me that she has persuaded His Majesty to issue an edict today at the court assembly, ordering me to lead troops to conquer Fufeng."
Shang Ruyi lowered her eyelashes, concealing the sadness in her eyes, and nodded gently.
"……oh."
It turned out to be Chu Ruoyan.
Her actions were even faster than those of Empress Dowager Jiang, who was always concerned with important court affairs. She had already taken care of things without Yuwen Ye having to ask her personally.
In retrospect, Chu Ruoyan was even more innocent and naive than her younger brother. She never cared about the affairs of the court, let alone made any arrangements. After all, in her vast world, she only had a small heart, and in her heart, there was only one person.
I never expected this to happen—
Thinking of the encounter with her at the entrance of the Buddhist hall of Dayan Temple yesterday, and the almost emotionless blankness she showed when she looked at them, Shang Ruyi suddenly felt a strange unease.
These days must have been a period of earth-shattering changes for Chu Ruoyan as well.
This will transform her from an innocent and pampered little princess into a princess who now cares about the court, the deployment of military generals, and border wars.
But is this the end of her transformation?
Or rather, what will she become?
Just as her mind was in turmoil, she suddenly felt a pain in her chin, which brought her back to her senses. Yuwen Ye reached out and pinched her chin, looking at her with a hint of displeasure, and said, "What are you thinking about now?"
"..."
Are you doubting my relationship with her again?
Shang Ruyi quickly shook her head: "No."
"real?"
"real!"
"..."
For some reason, upon hearing this answer, Yuwen Ye did not feel relaxed or happy as expected. Instead, he raised his eyebrows and revealed a complex and amused expression that was neither a smile nor a frown.
Shang Ruyi didn't know what he was thinking, but the most important thing at the moment was the big picture, so she said, "So, this matter has been settled, which is quite fortunate."
"..."
Yuwen Ye paused for a moment, a strange look in his eyes, and said, "That's not necessarily true."
"Um?"
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi's heart skipped a beat, and she looked up at him in surprise—what did he mean?
Yuwen Ye took a light casual robe and put it on, then sat down at the table and said in a deep voice, "Actually, before His Majesty's decree was issued, some ministers were already arguing about who should lead the troops, and the one leading the argument was Yu Dingxing."
Upon hearing this name, Shang Ruyi frowned again.
She hadn't completely let go of her feelings towards this person, or rather, she sensed that there were still some mysteries surrounding him that she hadn't solved. It was just that yesterday's circumstances prevented her from investigating further, but if she were given more time and opportunity—
Just as she was thinking this to herself, Yuwen Ye asked again, "Guess who he recommended?"
"..."
These words startled Shang Ruyi.
Wasn't Yu Dingxing one of Yuwen Qian's men? Then who else could he have recommended besides Yuwen Qian?
A glint of light flashed in Yuwen Ye's eyes.
He said, "He recommended me."
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