The virtuous concubine hesitated to speak, with a hint of worry in her eyes.
Su Jingyao was not very nervous, as she was familiar with Jun Zechen's abilities and skills.
He left the Yulin Guard to her and let the Su family govern the country, which may have had a deeper meaning.
Moreover, they were triumphant all the way, conquering dozens of cities in Canglang, but when they were about to reach the imperial city, they met with an unexpected setback?
Su Jingyao didn't think Jun Zechen was that easy to deal with.
But these are just Su Jingyao's guesses.
Or does Jun Zechen also want to use this opportunity to eradicate the forces that previously secretly defected to the Ye family?
If Jun Zechen really encounters an accident, she will never let power slip away from her.
No matter who is against the Su family, she must make sure everything is in place.
"The affairs of the court will be handled by others. The Fourth Prince is still young, and it is unknown whether the Bai family will do something. Moreover, His Majesty is very brave and may be returning to the court soon."
Su Jingyao took a sip of tea, narrowed her eyes slightly, and had a calm expression.
She had just finished speaking when Xilu walked in hurriedly with unsteady steps.
"Master, news has come from the previous dynasty that His Majesty has disappeared!"
When Su Jingyao heard this, her face did not immediately show any obvious emotion.
But there was a hint of coldness in his originally calm eyes, as if a cold light flashed in them.
Jun Zechen had better pretend. If he was so useless, she would...
She gritted her teeth in her heart.
Xianfei's face instantly showed undisguised panic. She stood up suddenly and looked straight at Xilu.
His eyes seemed to be confirming the accuracy of the news with Xilu.
After confirming again and again that she had heard correctly, Concubine Xian looked at Su Jingyao in panic.
"My Lady, this..."
"All the concubines must stay in their own palaces for the next few days. No one is allowed to come out without my permission. Guards will be posted to guard each concubine's palace."
Su Jingyao spoke in a calm and steady tone, giving instructions in an orderly manner without any rush, with a firm and decisive look in her eyes.
Then Su Jingyao chuckled, and there was something elusive in her laughter.
"I'm afraid there will be some good shows to watch these days, Concubine Xian, you should go back first."
When Concubine Xian saw the Queen's still calm face, the panic in her heart miraculously subsided a lot.
She quickly bowed and said, "Yes, I'll take my leave."
Su Jingyao stood up, walked to the window, and looked out.
The rain has been falling for several days and there is still no sign of stopping.
She narrowed her eyes slightly, wondering if it was time for a rainstorm to completely end this boring and sultry weather.
Jun Yihuan walked in because the third prince was taken away.
"Mother, have you finished reading my homework?"
Su Jingyao, who was sitting by the window, heard the crisp sound of the stars and came back to her senses from her complicated thoughts.
She turned around, a gentle smile immediately appeared on her face, and she took his little hand and walked towards the study.
"I've finished reading it. Xingxing has done a great job on his homework today."
Su Jingyao's voice was as gentle as the wind, full of relief.
When they arrived at the study, Su Jingyao gave the homework to Xingxing.
Then she squatted in front of him, her eyes as gentle as water.
He asked softly, "If Xingxing saw a tall and serious adult, would she be afraid?"
Xingxing blinked her big eyes, full of confusion, and her little head tilted slightly.
"Will he be more serious and more majestic than my father?"
Su Jingyao thought for a while, looking serious.
"It's not a serious attitude. Perhaps some people's seriousness is filled with malice. They might hurt the stars. Will the stars be afraid?"
"I'm not afraid! Although I'm still young, the Grand Tutor said that strength isn't the key to victory or defeat. Furthermore, I'm the child of my father, the Emperor, and my mother, the Empress. I can't afford to lose in terms of momentum."
Jun Yihuan raised his little chin, his face tense and full of determination.
A pair of small hands unconsciously clenched into fists.
"Yeah, the stars are amazing."
Su Jingyao couldn't help but touch his head, her eyes full of admiration.
"Then...what if someone bullies your mother? Your father is not around now."
Su Jingyao asked this question deliberately to embarrass Jun Yihuan, wanting to hear how he would answer.
Jun Yihuan's face suddenly became serious, with a stubborn glint in his eyes.
Without hesitation, he said, "Mother, I will protect you! Even if Father is not around, I will stand before you like a little man and won't let anyone bully you!"
After saying this, he puffed out his small chest, as if he was ready to fight at any time.
The smile on Su Jingyao's face became even gentler, and she would protect him.
This kingdom can only belong to Xingxing, and Su Jingyao will not give anyone the opportunity to covet Xingxing's kingdom.
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