Empress, she is rising step by step

"I have eaten some food at Princess Zhu's place, and I don't feel very hungry now. But my mother wants to have dinner, so I am naturally willing to accompany her."

"Then drink some light soup. The Ai family specially ordered it to reduce dryness and clear fire."

The Queen Mother took the bowl from Wuxue's hand, filled a bowl of soup with her own hands and handed it to Shen Que.

Shen Que took it with both hands, "How can we let the mother come later? Sons and ministers should serve the mother and eat with her."

"Hey, you and the Ai family are mother and son. As a mother, the Ai family has nothing to do with serving soup to her son. If you have to pay attention to these red tapes even for a meal, wouldn't it be a birthright?"

After the Queen Mother sat down, she raised her eyes and looked at Shen Que, "The emperor hasn't come to the harem much these days. The Ai family can hear the lamentations of the concubines. The Ai family understands that the emperor is worried about state affairs, but they must also appease the harem. That’s right.”

"I know. It's just that the harem has been in constant turmoil recently, and the previous dynasty has been arguing endlessly. I want to be quiet and peaceful." Shen Que took a piece of ham for the Queen Mother.

"The Ai family knows that it's not easy for you. But you are the emperor, and you have to bear some things. Only when the harem is stable can the former dynasty be stable, and the two are closely related."

Although the Queen Mother stays in seclusion all year round, any news from the previous harem cannot escape her ears.

"The Ai family seems to like the Emperor Zhu Yunu very much? Shu'er also likes her very much and often goes to Qifeng Palace."

Thinking of Zhu Ci, Shen Que had a little smile in his eyes, "I like Zhu Yunv's temperament, and I feel relaxed and at ease whenever I get along with her. Moreover, Zhu Yunv was recommended by the imperial concubine, so Erchen is not too embarrassed." Too cold with her."

The Queen Mother snorted softly, "The imperial concubine is too petty. She is almost a mother-in-law, but she is still so petty. Zhu Yunv is the imperial concubine after all. Even if you love the house and the crow, you can't go too far. A single flower is worse than a hundred flowers blooming."

"It's not like the Queen Mother doesn't know that the imperial concubine has always been that kind of person and has not changed for so many years. Although Zhu Yunv came from Yongfu Palace, her behavior is completely different from that of the imperial concubine."

Shen Que initially suspected that Zhu Ci was sent by Bai Xinrui to monitor his every move, but later he discovered that she had no heart at all, was considerate and considerate, and never asked for anything.

Seeing how Shen Que defended Zhu Ci, the Queen Mother became more and more curious, and she joked.

"The Ai family didn't say anything, but the emperor was anxious to defend her? The Ai family wants to see this lady Zhu, who is she?"

"Queen Mother, please stop teasing me. Queen Zhu is no different from other people. She has two eyes and one nose."

Shen Que smiled and said, "My son just likes the feeling of being with her. She is very timid. Mother, don't scare her."

"Is the Ai family the kind of person who makes you feel distressed?"

The Queen Mother had her own plans in mind. She just wanted to test what kind of person Zhu Yunv was, and had no intention of doing anything to her.

The emperor is her son, but he is also the emperor of Dayan. She will not hurt the relationship between women because of a woman.

"The Ai family has heard about Lu Yunv. Lord Lu is old. You are right to return Lu Yunv's body to the family. It also satisfies Lord Lu's love for his daughter."

The Queen Mother put the simmered ham into her mouth and chewed it carefully.

"Lu Yunv has no ability, and her child is not lucky enough to be born in the royal family. The child in the womb of the beautiful lady and the noble concubine cannot let anything go wrong. The future generations are related to the country and the country."

Shen Que was silent. He also wanted his children to surround him and let his mother enjoy the happiness of a family. But sometimes he also has his helplessness. It would be better if the concubine is pregnant with a princess, but if it is a prince.

Then the Bai family will be even more ready to take action, and Bao Buqi will covet his empire and participate in the battle for the heir in the future. The imperial concubine is innocent, but the Bai family behind her is not clean.

"Whether she is a princess or an emperor, smart or stupid, as long as she has both beard and tail, it will be fine. Don't you think so, emperor?" The Queen Mother raised her eyelids and glanced at Shen Que, "The Ai family is old and doesn't have much. There are so many years left to live. The Ai family just want to experience the joy of having their children and grandchildren surrounded by them."

Shen Que's eyes flickered a little, and he lowered his eyelids to cover the darkness under his eyes.

"The ancients said that 'the more sick you are, the longer you live.' The queen will definitely live a long life. Don't say such unlucky words again, otherwise your sons and ministers will be worried."

The Queen Mother nodded, she knew what her body was like, and it was a blessing to be able to survive for three to five years.

"There is one more thing the Ai family needs to tell the emperor about, which is Shu'er. After the Dragon Boat Festival, Shu'er will be fifteen. Should the emperor consider asking Shu'er to serve as his bedtime attendant?"

Shen Que made a move and said, "Shu'er is still too young, give it a few years."

"You're not young anymore. The Ai family already entered the palace when they were fifteen years old."

The Queen Mother put down the bowl and chopsticks, "The Ai family does not ask the emperor how good you are to Shu'er. As long as Shu'er is safe and can live her life without any worries."

She originally wanted to find a good family for Shu'er to marry among the emperor's grandsons and nobles, but then she had another thought. Shu'er has a simple temper and may not be able to deal with those people who are accustomed to intrigues. If you show off your temper, others will not pamper you as much as you do.

Moreover, Shu'er had a special status, so there was no guarantee that someone would use her status to secretly participate in partisanship. However, it was Shu'er who was tortured at that time.

But she was reluctant to marry him at a low age, so after much deliberation it was better to keep her in the palace. No matter how ruthless the emperor is, he has watched Shu'er grow up since childhood, so at least he can protect her.

Shen Que looked unclear, "Just follow what the queen mother said."

By the time Shen Que left Changqiu Palace, it was already dark and the sky was full of stars. He looked up at the night sky and saw a shooting star streaking across the sky.

Li Quan noticed that Shen Que was in a bad mood and did not dare to express his anger, "Your Majesty, where are you going next?"

"Let's go to Zhaoyang Palace." Shen Que lifted his legs and got on the sedan. It was almost midsummer, the night was not cold, and the night wind brought a warm breath to him.

Shen Que touched the jade pendant on his waist and let out an irritated "tsk" sound.

Li Quan immediately asked: "What's wrong, Your Majesty? Are you feeling unwell?"

No, I'm very good. "Shen Que thought for a while and waved his hand.

"Forget it, let's go to Qifeng Palace."

It is said that accompanying a king is like accompanying a tiger. Li Quan has experienced Shen Que's uncertainty and has become accustomed to it over the years. He responded repeatedly and ordered the palace people to change direction and go to Qifeng Palace.

Zhu Ci was about to take a rest when she heard someone knocking on the door and stopped.

"Who's out at night? If it's not something important, let's talk about it tomorrow. I'm going to bed."

No one answered, Zhu Ci frowned and felt a little suspicious, but then she thought again, no one else could get in without Zhuying and Xiaoyinzi.

Could it be Yan Baolin? But if it were her, why would he be looking for her so late?