Su Jingyao would often bring the affairs of the harem to the Qianqing Palace to handle them, and would only return to the Kunning Palace when meeting with female officials.
There are not many concubines in the harem, and Su Jingyao has carefully trained many capable female officials, so it is relatively easy to handle harem affairs. It only takes about an hour to check them every day.
Most of the time, she would stay in the imperial study, sitting next to Jun Zechen, listening attentively as he talked about the factions and families in the court, as well as the implicit expressions of some officials when they submitted memorials.
For example, some memorials appear to be complimenting a certain high-ranking official, but in fact they are complaining to Jun Zechen; some memorials appear to be seeking the welfare of the people, but in fact they are hiding personal gain.
Last night, Jun Zechen kept Su Jingyao awake quite late. After she fell asleep in the bedroom of the Palace of Heavenly Purity, she did not wake up until the end of the Si hour.
After getting up, she was wearing a comfortable silk waist-length dress that was as smooth as flowing water. Her long hair was not tied up, but fell naturally behind her like black brocade.
She walked through a small door and headed straight for the imperial study.
Su Jingyao, who had just woken up, was still a little confused, with hazy eyes and unsteady steps. She walked directly to Jun Zechen and sat down.
Without saying a word, she hugged his waist, rested her head gently on Jun Zechen's shoulder, and called out softly, "Husband."
The voice was a bit naive and dependent.
Jun Zechen naturally put his left hand around her waist, his movements skillful and gentle.
He had been waiting for four years to be called "husband".
"It's almost lunch time. If Jiaojiao doesn't wake up, I will come and help you get up myself. Why didn't Miaoxia do your makeup?" Jun Zechen teased.
"A lazy waist cannot be worn, and a lazy head cannot be crowned. Is that not okay?"
Su Jingyao winked playfully, and raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a lovely smile.
"Jiaojiao is relaxed and at ease, unlike me. I have to get up early in the morning, not only to attend court, but also to have piles of memorials waiting for me after court."
Jun Zechen sighed slightly, pretending to be tired.
“Those who are capable should do more work.”
Su Jingyao smiled sweetly, her eyes full of cunning.
Jun Zechen pinched the soft flesh on her waist with a hint of joking.
"I have been teaching Jiaojiao for such a long time. Jiaojiao, do you want me to see the results too?"
Su Jingyao was originally leaning on his shoulder, but when she heard his words, her eyes instantly became determined and her mind became much clearer.
What does he mean?
Su Jingyao was filled with doubts and speculations.
"How does Your Majesty want to see it?" Su Jingyao asked tentatively.
Jun Zechen chuckled and handed the brush in his right hand to Su Jingyao. "Let me see it?"
When Su Jingyao saw the brush in front of her, she blinked and was stunned. She didn't react for a while.
but......
Su Jingyao's heart suddenly started beating uncontrollably, as if it was about to jump out of her chest.
She didn't know whether it was because of Jun Zechen's unconditional indulgence of her, or whether she might be able to obtain the true rights of not being a vassal of others, just like the Wu and Lu families.
The thought made her breathing quicken.
She was originally leaning on Jun Zechen, and slowly stood up. Even though she was extremely shocked in her heart, she looked as if she didn't care, and calmly took the brush.
"Then let my husband see the results of your teaching."
Su Jingyao picked up a memorial, read the contents attentively, and fell into deep thought.
After a moment, she began to write comments, her strokes smooth and confident.
After finishing writing, she showed the memorial to Jun Zechen with a somewhat boastful look, her eyes full of anticipation, "How is it?"
Jun Zechen took the memorial, looked at it carefully, a satisfied smile appeared on his face, and his eyes were full of admiration.
"Very good. I am fortunate to have Jiaojiao to share my worries with me."
From that day on, Su Jingyao would hide Jun Zechen from time to time to review memorials.
The ministers in the court were very smart and soon discovered that the handwriting on the memorial was wrong.
Memorials to His Majesty came in like snowflakes, all of them sincere and earnest, expressing their concerns and doubts about His Majesty's favor for the Queen.
However, all these memorials were ruthlessly rejected by Jun Zechen.
But power is a very tempting thing. Many ministers have seen the Queen's unique and unshakable position in His Majesty's heart.
Some ministers were dissatisfied, but some...
He actually started contacting her privately, with different thoughts in mind.
Some were demoted for corruption, and they looked fawning and pleading, hoping that the Queen would let His Majesty go easy on them.
There are also some who have never been promoted by His Majesty and want to enter the center of power through the Queen to show their ambitions.
Su Jingyao always had a faint smile on her face when it came to these ministers who came to join her, and she never refused anyone.
Loyal ministers have their own ways, and treacherous ministers have their own ways. This is what Jun Zechen taught her.
So, Su Jingyao developed her own power in the court.
The twelfth year of Chongwu.
Jun Zechen looked solemn, standing tall and straight in the court, his gaze sweeping majestically over all the civil and military officials.
Anshun stood aside and read aloud:
"I have inherited the will of Heaven and am in control of the four seas. Empress Su is virtuous, wise, and intelligent. She has assisted me in governing the country and has made great contributions to the country.
Today you are honored as the Queen of Heaven, the mother of the world. You share power with me and benefit all living beings.
I hereby order you."
As soon as this summons was issued, the ministers standing on Su Jingyao's side in the court showed excitement. They knelt down without hesitation and congratulated in unison.
Many old ministers frowned and looked gloomy, wanting to stop it, but Queen Su had the strong backing of the Su family behind her, and the unreserved favor of His Majesty, so they could only grit their teeth and do nothing.
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