Chapter 394 Who is so wicked?
Early in the morning.
It's just dawn.
When Jiang Zijin woke up, King Chen had already left.
Prince Chen was really good to her. He would grant her whatever she wanted. As long as he didn't attend the morning court, he would come to accompany her after finishing his official business.
Although she doesn't need anyone to accompany her.
But day after day, she got used to King Chen's kindness to her and his constant presence around her.
I won't attend the morning court today.
Prince Chen left without even saying goodbye, and left so early.
When he opened his eyes and saw no one, Jiang Zijin was still a little panicked.
I feel inexplicably anxious.
She was actually a little worried, worried that King Chen would hand her over.
She has seen many people who treat you like a treasure when you are useful to them, but when something happens they want to pull you out to ward off disaster.
My father is a typical example of this kind of person.
She had to be on guard.
Jiang Zijin asked Yaer, "Where is the prince?"
"The princess sent someone to call the prince back. They said that many beggars had gathered at the gate of Prince Chen's mansion, blocking the entrance and demanding silver... The prince looked very unhappy when he left..."
"Beggar? What reward do you want?"
"They said that Prince Chen's Mansion paid them to spread the news of the prince's achievements and slander Princess Yuqing and Prince Jing. They also asked them to come to the palace today to collect their reward. Your Majesty, this is not right."
Yaer saw that the people coming from the palace were in a panic, so she went out to investigate. Even she, a maid, could see that something was fishy.
Jiang Zijin felt a pang in his heart after hearing this.
He folded his hands tightly together, suppressing the panic in his heart.
She asked the storyteller to publicize the achievements of Prince Chen and also mentioned Prince Jing and his sister.
But what they said were all facts, and they were only publicized in a small circle.
How did this storyteller become a beggar?
And you still come to ask for tips?
She understands the principle that too much is as bad as too little.
So we didn't spread the word elsewhere, but targeted people, such as young students and imperial censors...
A new emperor appoints new ministers.
In the future, some of these students will surely pass the imperial examinations and enter officialdom. Now that they have developed a liking for Prince Chen, they will naturally support him in the future.
But now it's all ruined.
If this gets to the emperor's ears, he might think that Prince Chen has rebellious intentions.
They will also be cursed by those pedantic literati and even become the subject of conversation jokes among the people.
Who is it?
Who is so wicked?
“A-choo… A-choo…”
Miaomiao, who was eating breakfast, sneezed loudly.
Who is thinking about her? Her ears are hot.
She rubbed her ears and remembered the appointment two days ago.
"Mother, I'm going to the Cui family to look for Uncle and Auntie. We made an appointment earlier."
Lu Qingyao thought about it and it seemed to be the case.
But the princess came back yesterday and told us not to go out today. "How about we go another day?"
"Why?"
"Didn't you ask those beggars to go to Prince Chen's Mansion today to ask for reward money? Have you forgotten?" Xiuxiu had just come back from outside.
She just wanted to see if the money her sister had spent was wasted.
Those beggars went to ask for money but got none.
Fortunately, no, the effect is excellent.
She plopped down next to Lu Qingyao and said, "Sister, the gate of Prince Chen is completely blocked. It feels like half of the beggars in the capital are blocking it. I guess Prince Chen is almost going crazy with anxiety."
"Really? This is quite difficult to handle. If Prince Chen wants to spend money to avoid disaster, then the fact that he ordered the beggars to direct and act out the incident will be confirmed. But if he doesn't give it to the beggars and uses force to suppress them, he will be criticized by the people, which goes against the good reputation he wants. Just wait and see, there will be a commotion." Lu Qingyao said while shaking her head.
Xiuxiu also cooperated very well and said with a smile: "Yes, I am worried about them. I heard that the emperor knows everything and has summoned him to the palace."
Lu Qingyao: "You and Miaomiao should not go out for the next few days. Don't let those beggars see you. If they recognize you, all your efforts will be wasted. I will send someone to tell the Cui Mansion."
Xiuxiu nodded.
She doesn't care. She never walks on the usual roads when she goes out, so no one can see her.
Miaomiao could only nod obediently.
I was careless.
You should cover your face when you do bad things.
Didn’t it say seven days?
It has been more than half a month.
She really forgot. After all, who would always think about scheming against others for no reason?
Actually, this was not a calculation, it was just tit-for-tat, just to help Jiang Zijin and King Chen and add fuel to the fire.
I haven't even collected her money yet.
It’s a great bargain.
The royal palace courtyard.
Seeing Ya'er running back breathlessly, Jiang Zijin asked, "How's it going? Have you dealt with the beggars?"
Yaer nodded and shook her head. "It was settled. The government sent people to disperse them... but..."
"But what?" Jiang Zijin was extremely anxious.
"The Emperor summons His Majesty, His Majesty, and you... Enter the palace immediately. The carriage is waiting outside."
"Go back to your room and dress up." Jiang Zijin was supported by her maid and went back to her room. Her steps were unsteady and her palms were full of sweat.
What is coming will come.
Fortunately, she was well prepared and had found a substitute before this.
It finally came in handy.
A girl named Ruyue is a prostitute.
The woman was about the same height as her, with a beautiful and elegant appearance, except for a scar on her face.
Ruyue scratched herself on her own initiative.
She was originally the daughter of an official, but was demoted to the music camp because her father and brother were convicted.
When she heard that she could escape from suffering, she was willing to do anything.
What's more, she is the substitute for Prince Chen's concubine.
To show his sincerity, he scratched his face without hesitation.
The two of them changed into the same dresses and attire, and put on the same masks. As long as they didn't speak, even King Chen couldn't tell them apart.
Jiang Zijin usually treated Ruyue as a maid.
Let her out only when it's necessary.
Entering the palace might be a trap waiting for her. Jiang Zijin would not go there in person for such a dangerous thing.
She knew Princess Yuqing.
Now that I'm suspicious of her, it won't be so easy.
Besides, Jiang Miaomiao was fanning the flames.
This trip is likely to be dangerous.
But Ruyue can't notice it.
Ruyue was a little nervous, feeling that what this substitute did was too dangerous, as he had to enter the palace right away.
The palace is a place where anything can go wrong.
The head is about to move.
She felt like she had escaped from a wolf's den and fallen back into a tiger's mouth.
But she was like meat on someone else's chopping board. If she advanced, she would die; if she retreated, she would also die. She didn't know where to go.
She had no choice.
Jiang Zijin noticed Ruyue's timidity and fear and tried to comfort her, "Ruyue, you are the concubine of Prince Chen and his savior. As long as you are careful and cautious, with Prince Chen protecting you, no one will dare to do anything to you."
"But...but I'm still afraid..."
Ruyue is not stupid since she can survive in a place like Leying.
It’s true that she plays the concubine of Prince Chen.
But this concubine was originally a dancer of lowly status, and she had severely offended Princess Chen some time ago.
Naturally, he is not welcome.
One can imagine what one will face when entering the palace.
Prince Chen cannot be by her side all the time.
How could she not be afraid?
Jiang Zijin always has a backup plan when doing things.
Seeing Ruyue was reluctant, she ordered someone to fetch a hairpin and handed it to her, "Have you seen this object?"
Ruyue's pupils trembled slightly, and she took the hairpin with trembling hands.
Because Prince Su rebelled, her father and brother were exiled, her mother died of illness, and she and her sister were demoted to the Music Camp.
When Prince Chen redeemed her, she didn't know whether the future would be good or bad, so she didn't say a word.
I just want to rescue her after I have established myself in the palace.
But how come my sister’s hairpin is in Jiang Zijin’s hand?
Could it be...
Ruyue fell to her knees and begged, "My Lady, please save my sister."
Jiang Zijin helped her up with both hands. "Don't be nervous, your sister is fine. As long as you help me get through this difficult time, I will reunite you two sisters."
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