In recent years, Han Zhongyu, Xie Yushu, and Emperor Qingyuan have all been dedicated to one thing: to fully develop the economy of the Great Qi, boost the economic income of the people, and thus improve the overall national strength of the Great Qi.
The Third Prince's faction also actively assisted Emperor Qingyuan in ensuring that all imperial edicts were implemented.
Therefore, in the past two years, the Third Prince and Han Zhongyu have had many interactions. When they encounter difficulties, they will occasionally meet for a meal to discuss them.
Therefore, even though Han Zhongyu and Xie Yushu never explicitly said whose side they were on, the result showed that like-minded people ended up on the same path.
Anyone with eyes can see that Han Zhongyu and the others are definitely supporting the Third Prince to the end.
Seeing the Empress's attitude towards Xie Yushu, some quick-witted individuals have already begun to follow the Empress's lead and befriend Xie Yushu.
This scene was like a knife to the heart for Consort Chu. She gave Xie Yushu a venomous look before lowering her head to play with her twin children.
Although Xie Yushu wasn't facing her directly, the piercing gaze she received made Xie Yushu feel something.
Han Zhongyu told her that the Fifth Prince's faction had been active, and that Consort Chu had been released from confinement some time ago. The latest news this morning was that on New Year's Eve, Consort Chu played a piece called "A Little Red" at the royal banquet, a piece that brought her together with Emperor Qingyuan when they first met.
Deeply affectionate and sorrowful, with unspoken words, it stirred up many fond memories of Emperor Qingyuan's youth.
He was deeply moved to see that her feelings for him remained unchanged.
So, after the banquet, he went directly to her palace.
Although it hasn't immediately regained its former glory, it clearly shows signs of wanting to regain favor.
Therefore, it's true that when it comes to "true love" or trying to get something, it's much easier for them than for others.
Fearing that Consort Chu might also make a move, Xie Yushu kept a close eye on Consort Chu's actions.
The Empress truly lived up to her title as the mother of the nation; she was magnanimous and tolerant. No matter who Emperor Qingyuan visited or who he favored, she remained calm and composed, smiling gently and virtuously at the sight of all the beautiful women in the room.
However, Consort Chu's attitude today was somewhat unlike her usual style.
Given her personality, having regained the Emperor's favor, she should be arrogant and domineering, or at the very least, she should hold her head high and show off her honor.
But now, she just sits quietly in her seat, coaxing her child! She's as docile as a rabbit, completely unconcerned with the world.
Xie Yushu didn't believe that she had realized her mistakes and become a virtuous person just because she was confined to her quarters.
It's possible that he'll do a deep squat first, just so he can jump higher and take a big bite out of you.
Something unusual is bound to happen; this is a sign that a storm is brewing!
After chatting with the Empress for a few more minutes, Xie Yushu bid farewell to the Empress and went to the Empress Dowager's palace.
The Empress Dowager's palace was just as it had been back then, with everything in its original place, which made Xie Yushu feel a pang of heartache.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year, the Empress Dowager continued to chant Buddhist prayers as usual. Although she was somewhat thin, her spirits were still good.
After paying their respects to the Empress Dowager for the New Year, the two remained silent for the time it takes to drink a cup of tea.
The greeting was too superficial, and Xie Yushu couldn't give her what she wanted. She knew nothing to say except silence.
It was the Empress Dowager who spoke first.
"I heard that Han Wuyong and his wife went to your place to relax?"
"yes!"
"You're not going to take care of elderly care?"
"Tube"
"Once this matter is settled, Aunt Wen and I will also go."
"You're most welcome! As long as you don't mind that it's remote."
Xie Yushu nodded silently. It was fine to go anywhere. The palace was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations everywhere, but the Empress Dowager's palace remained unchanged. Her heart was not here. Going to the villa was fine too.
After a moment of silence, Xie Yushu spoke again.
"I heard things are a bit unsettled in the palace lately?"
"There will be some trouble, but with me here, the harem won't be turned upside down."
Although Emperor Qingyuan is not my biological son, I am still the Empress Dowager of the Great Qi Dynasty. Any concubine who dares to threaten the fate of the nation will be sent to the ancestors to beg for forgiveness.
"Take care of yourself too. I'll come pick you up once things have settled down."
The Empress Dowager nodded, and then the two remained silent for a long time.
Although they didn't speak, they were both at ease.
The Empress Dowager silently chanted Buddhist prayers, while Xie Yushu found a book and settled into her recliner to read.
There isn't a single decent book here; they're either picture books or books on unorthodox or unorthodox topics.
For example, there are teachers who teach drawing talismans, playing dice, and raising crickets.
The variety of things broadened Xie Yushu's horizons!
After lingering until noon, Xie Yushu had lunch at the Empress Dowager's house before leaving the palace.
The next few days passed calmly on the surface.
Envoys from all countries have arrived in the capital, and people from all over the country are flocking to the capital in large numbers.
Colorful lanterns have been hung in the streets and alleys of the capital.
The colorful lights on the shops stayed on all night, and there were several times more street performers and street vendors than usual.
Compared to the previous few days when Han Zhongyu was busy like a spinning top, he actually had some free time and spent his days accompanying Xie Yushu, strolling around outside with his maids and guards.
Only they themselves know that the plan has already been laid out, and the current relaxed exterior but tight interior is just a smokescreen.
Although Han Zhongyu and the others did not know the full extent of the Fifth Prince's actions, they knew that there were only a few places where trouble was likely to occur. Just in case, the Third Prince even secretly sent 10,000 elite soldiers and 3,000 elite soldiers from Pei Jie's side to be integrated into his personal guards, making two preparations.
This is to prepare for emergencies.
The rest were secured by deploying tight defenses in areas where the Fifth Prince's faction and the First Prince's faction could reach.
Even though it was still uncertain whether the eldest prince would join forces with the fifth prince, they still made the worst-case scenario plan.
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