Jiang Xuelin knew very well that it would be beneficial for them if the Crown Prince ascended the throne. If it were someone else, especially if the Second Prince or Third Prince, whom they had a grudge against, were to ascend the throne by accident, their future would certainly be difficult.
Those two were too despicable and dirty in their methods, and they weren't very kind-hearted either.
Although she doesn't usually pay attention to politics, it doesn't mean she lacks political sensitivity.
Moreover, the Crown Prince and Fu Hanlai have a good relationship.
When he left, the Crown Prince forbade Fu Hanlai from going to see him again, for the sake of Fu Hanlai's health, fearing that he might have caught the illness. This alone shows the Crown Prince's character and his feelings for Fu Hanlai.
Therefore, it's worth the slight risk of taking Hongluo to see him.
During his six-month southern tour to oversee the country, the Crown Prince performed very well. Given Emperor Xuande's temperament, he would never do anything to the Crown Prince out of suspicion. Therefore, as long as the Crown Prince is alive and well, no one can shake his position.
Um……
Fu Yunhui and Fu Yunxu had not been very successful in recruiting people in private; only some opportunists or people with little ability were willing to follow them, which was partly due to this.
Anyone with a modicum of intelligence could see how secure the Crown Prince's position was; why would he risk everything for a chance at success?
Hmm... Actually, Jiang Xuelin really doesn't understand those two.
If the position of heir apparent is unstable, it's understandable that they want to seize the throne. But don't those two really know their own limitations? For example, she is very self-aware and knows that she can't handle those noble ladies.
However, Fu Yunhui and Fu Yunxu seemed to genuinely believe that the Crown Prince was chosen because they were the legitimate sons of the Empress, and that they could also be the Crown Prince.
"I can do it too" is one of the biggest illusions ever.
Fu Hanlai had no doubt about Jiang Xuelin's words, and the next day he wanted to go to the palace to see the Crown Prince again, but he was refused when he arrived at the gate of Zhenyuan Palace.
They won't let you in.
"His Highness asked me to pass on a message to the young master, saying that he should stay quiet and not run around."
Fu Hanlai: "..."
I couldn't help but scratch my head.
They wanted to run inside, but looking at the wary palace servants around them, they probably couldn't get in. Although if Jiang Xuelin took action, he could definitely lead them in, the problem was, he wasn't there to force the palace, so why would he want to rush in?
After lingering at the door for a while, I had no choice but to go back.
On the way back, they also encountered Prince Cheng, Fu Yunhui.
Emperor Xuande is also ill, though not seriously. However, Fu Yunhui still goes to the palace every day to show his filial piety, accompanied by the Second Prince Fu Yunxu. Apart from the Crown Prince, the other princes and princesses have been frequently visiting Emperor Xuande lately.
Then Emperor Xuande got annoyed.
It's good that your children are filial, but besides handling political affairs, you also have to deal with the princes and princesses who come in turn every day, which is really annoying.
Realizing that he had not yet met Ah Shou's twins, he made sure to finish his official duties the next day and then went on a private visit to the Prince of Ping's residence.
Jiang Xuelin had not seen Emperor Xuande for a long time. He had lost a lot of weight. He was not exactly emaciated, but his spirit was obviously not as good as before. However, he still spoke to Prince Ping with the same kind and gentle manner.
He was still in the mood to joke around when he saw Jiang Xuelin.
He's always been a very interesting person.
—That's true. If he had a serious personality, he would probably have been driven crazy by having a younger brother like Prince Ping. The fact that he is still alive and well is enough to prove that he is "worldly and knowledgeable".
“Zi’an, look, I said back then that I would bestow a marriage upon Ashou and Lin’er, but you and Lao Liu were both unwilling. So I said that the two of them were a perfect match.”
Marquis Jing'an: "..."
King Ping: "..."
He gave an awkward but polite smile.
You were aware of the fact that both of them had run away from their weddings. If you had actually granted them a marriage, it would have been disobeying the imperial decree, which would have been a serious problem.
Thinking of what happened between the two on their wedding day, Marquis Jing'an couldn't help but touch his nose, and then eagerly held the child in his arms.
Emperor Xuande was also somewhat tempted, but ultimately gave up. He only glanced at the two children from a distance, remarked that they were both very good-looking, and then had them taken away.
I didn't think about this when I came over. I only remembered that he is sick when I saw the child. The baby is only one month old and very fragile. I hope he doesn't catch the illness.
After you've seen it, you should hurry up and take it away.
When the Marquis of Jing'an saw the two children being carried away, he was filled with longing, but he also felt a sense of relief.
Emperor Xuande was the emperor, and if he really wanted to keep an eye on the children or hold them, no one could refuse him. However, the two children were too young and needed to be carefully cared for.
fine.
Jiang Xuelin left first with the children and nannies, while Fu Hanlai stayed behind to accompany Emperor Xuande and the others.
As the two passed each other, Jiang Xuelin glanced at Fu Hanlai. Fu Hanlai understood and, who never brought maids but was used to bringing servants, left Hongluo behind to serve him.
I'll just take a look anyway.
At noon, Emperor Xuande and Marquis Jing'an had lunch at the Prince Ping's residence. The only junior member, Fu Hanlai, was very busy, adding dishes to this person's plate and offering wine to that person.
The Xuande Emperor always treated him very well, and being the emperor, he naturally had to serve him well.
And the Marquis of Jing'an is his father-in-law! Even though he has a child now, Fu Hanlai's attentiveness and care towards the Marquis of Jing'an are still the same as when they first got engaged.
King Ping, who received nothing, was speechless.
What? So I'm the only one who's not related by blood?
The table was filled with laughter and chatter, but Prince Ping kept glaring at Fu Hanlai.
Unfortunately, Fu Hanlai didn't see it.
Emperor Xuande did notice it, but pretended that he hadn't noticed anything.
Standing behind Fu Hanlai, Hongluo would occasionally step forward to help serve Emperor Xuande.
After finishing his lunch, Emperor Xuande returned to the palace shortly afterward.
King Ping snorted coldly, dismissing everything as insignificant, and turned to leave.
Fu Hanlai: "..."
"What's gotten into Father this time?"
Hongluo: "..."
She didn't know how to answer that question either.
Moreover, Hongluo seemed preoccupied, so she didn't respond in the end.
Fu Hanlai didn't mind, but seeing her blushing face, his brows slowly furrowed. He immediately took her back to Qiutang Courtyard and didn't ask any questions here.
Jiang Xuelin knew Hongluo very well, and upon seeing her return with Fu Han, she immediately dismissed everyone else.
"How about Carrot?"
Hongluo immediately knelt down, "It's not poisoning."
However, upon hearing this, neither Jiang Xuelin nor Fu Hanlai felt relieved; instead, their expressions became even more serious.
If Emperor Xuande was simply ill, then Hongluo wouldn't have this expression.
Jiang Xuelin's idea was merely a spur-of-the-moment decision made after learning of Emperor Xuande's arrival, due to the Crown Prince's illness; she hadn't expected...
"...Is it a poison?"
With an answer in mind, Jiang Xuelin tentatively asked.
Hongluo nodded.
"Ten Kings Gu".
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