Powerful

Chapter 222
At Chenshi in the past, concubines, beauties and talented women would all come to Yonghe Palace to pay their respects to Concubine Shu. This was the busiest moment in Yonghe Palace.But today, it was unusually quiet here.

There was no sound of warblers being greeted by all kinds of beauties, nor the sound of court ladies serving tea and cups of tea, only a burst of crying.This crying sounded in the quiet Yonghe Palace, and it made people feel terrified.

Concubine Shu was dressed in bright rosy peony brocade, leaning against the gold silk mandarin duck brocade pillow, her phoenix eyes half-closed, she looked in a good mood.

This gentle and leisurely posture has a majestic aura, which makes the maids and servants dare not even vent their breath.Even the person kneeling in front of her tried her best to suppress the sound of crying, but still sobbed.

The kneeling and sobbing person is none other than Princess An Rong, the Princess An Rong who just discussed marriage with the Fang family.She lives deep in the palace and has no news. She only found out that her future husband-in-law was dead last night. She was anxious and sad, so she came to Yonghe Palace early in the morning to cry.

Princess Anrong doesn't have as much thought as Princess Anchang, but she also knows who is really in charge in the harem.This person is not the queen who is in charge of Fengyin, but Concubine Shu who holds the real power, so she did not go to Kunning Palace, but came to Yonghe Palace.

Kneeling here in the Yonghe Palace, she naturally begged Concubine Shu to take pity on her and make decisions about her marriage.Originally, she was overjoyed. Being able to marry the eldest grandson of Shang Shuling was definitely a good marriage.But now everyone is dead, which is simply a great misfortune!
"Okay, I already know about this matter. What are you crying about? You're useless!" Concubine Shu opened her eyes, and reprimanded her in a very stern tone.

It's time for Princess Anrong to be in trouble. Concubine Shu is in a bad mood at the moment, and she specially dismissed all the concubines who came to pay her respects, and Princess Anrong came to cry when she didn't want to.

She glanced at Princess An Rong contemptuously, and laughed a few times in her heart.The royal daughter Jingui absolutely has no reason to marry a dead man.An Rong must be aware of this point, she came here to cry, nothing more than gaining some benefits, something with shallow eyelids!
In the past, Concubine Shu would still say a few words to make better use of these princesses.But at this moment, she almost wanted to give An Rong two slaps.Weeping and weeping, even the Yonghe Palace is a bit more unlucky.

Concubine Shu's mood is so irritable and angry, it still has something to do with the Fang family.Fang Jixin was on the side of the third prince, and Shang Shuling's help was what the third prince needed most. For this reason, Concubine Shu made many plans and specially promised Princess An Rong to Fang Ke, so as to better win over the Fang family.

She still thought that Fang Jixin would be of great use, but what's the use now?An Rong can choose someone else for his marriage, but where can the third prince find a minister?Thinking of this, Concubine Shu became depressed.
"Okay, let's go down. I will choose another marriage for you, and you won't be wronged." Concubine Shu's tone softened.These princesses will still be useful in the future, she doesn't want to say too much.

After Princess Anrong left, Concubine Shu gently stroked the armor on her little finger, and asked lightly, "Is there any movement over there?"

"Return to your mother. The emperor has been to Kunning Palace more and more times recently, but that person's stomach still hasn't moved. The servant has sent someone to Xie's house to check if there is something wrong with that person. Please rest assured, my mother." , is Qingluo, the eldest court lady next to Concubine Shu.

Concubine Shu nodded, but there was still a trace of jealousy in the phoenix's eyes.In her eyes, apart from being younger, Empress Xie Zi has nothing to be afraid of.But the emperor went to Kunning Palace more times, which still made her feel a sense of crisis.

Men are often lustful, even the emperor is no exception.It's just that youth is fleeting, and the most unretainable thing in the world is beauty.Looking at Xie Zi again in a few years, she must also look fading.What she was worried about was Xie Zi's heir.
Xie Zi has been in charge of Kunning Palace for almost three years, but she has never conceived.Concubine Shu was delighted about this, but became suspicious.This Xie Zi, could it be that she is sick?If it is true, this is a serious crime of bullying the emperor, and she will never want to be the queen again!

Xie Zi is still barren, which is probably the only happy thing on Concubine Shu's mind recently.
Seeing Concubine Shu like this, Qingluo knew that only by mentioning the most outstanding Third Highness, could Concubine Shu's depression dissipate, so she said: "Your Majesty, don't worry, the Third Highness will be here later, and the Third Highness needs Madam Planning for it."

After hearing Qing Luo's words, Concubine Shu's brows relaxed slightly.That's right, now is not the time for depression, the most important thing is to plan for the emperor and help him ascend to the throne of God.As long as the emperor ascends the throne, no matter whether it is Xie Zi, Fang Jixin or the others, there is nothing to worry about.

Not long after, the third prince Zhu Xuanming came to Yonghe Palace.He came by himself, the third concubine Zhang Miaomu was taciturn and did not like Concubine Shu, so she was picky about him in words.Except for the few times when they were newlyweds, Zhang Miao seldom entered the palace now, which benefited both parties.

When Zhu Xuanming came here, besides greeting Concubine Shu, he also had important matters to discuss with her.Although Concubine Shu is a palace concubine, she is very capable, because she has many eyes and ears in the palace, and she can get a lot of information, especially about things related to Zichen Palace. Concubine Shu knows more and faster than the important officials outside the palace.
Zhu Xuanming's success today is inseparable from Concubine Shu's ability.Even if he has already left the palace to start a mansion, he still needs Concubine Shu's help, which is the case at the moment.

"Mother and concubine, something happened to Fang Jixin now, and the original plan got in the way. I don't know if the emperor cares more about Shang Shuling or the Fu family?" After paying his respects, Zhu Xuanming asked.

Only when you know your father's intentions can you start the next step.As for the royal father's intentions, I have to ask the concubine mother.

"Don't worry about the candidate for Shang Shuling. Fang Jixin had just had an accident, and the emperor would definitely not like it if he planned to replace Fang Jixin at this moment. You must remember, my son, that you must not be unable to do things that the emperor doesn't like. Do it according to the emperor's liking. Only then can things be done." Concubine Shu said like this.

She told about Emperor Chongde's reprimand of Han Shiyuan and Han Shiyuan in Zichen Palace.The two of them were reprimanded because they mentioned the Shang Shuling openly and secretly, saying that this position is too important, please the emperor to make the Shang Shuling as soon as possible.

It can be seen from this that the oral order issued by Emperor Chongde was his truest intention.At this time, it is indeed inappropriate to plan for a minister, and it is best to stand still.

And after Fang Jixin's big event, the emperor summoned Huo Tao, Shangshu of the Ministry of War many times, and asked him about the situation of the Sixteenth Guards General.In this way, things are very clear.
"My son knows, it seems that the father still cares about the Fu family. It's a pity that Fang Jixin had an accident, and he hasn't had time to recommend a candidate for Xijiangwei's succession. This matter is a bit difficult." Zhu Xuanming thought for a while, and couldn't help frowning. .

Zhu Xuanming knew about Fang Jixin's plan over there.He thought that the net would be drawn in a few days, and he would be able to catch the big fish Xijiangwei, but he didn't want to have a gap temporarily.How to fill up the gap quickly is what Zhu Xuanming cares about now.

Fang Jixin's position is too high, when he planned to let him directly recommend that person, Father would consider it.Now it is no longer feasible to directly recommend candidates, so how can father give special consideration to and accept that person?
"On this point, the emperor can rest assured. There has been news over there. One of Huo Tao's staff has been bribed. That person's name will definitely be listed on Huo Tao's list. Before Fu Tong came to Jingzhao , the candidate must have been decided." Concubine Shu said with a slight smile.

The news from there will be sent to the Yonghe Palace first, which is not unrelated to the surveillance of the princes' mansions by Huben soldiers.Emperor Chongde allowed adult princes to go out of the palace to build curtains, but he was in his prime after all, and he "cared" a lot about the princes, especially the letters sent to the prince's mansion from other places, which would always attract the attention of Huben soldiers.

Besides, Zhu Xuanming knew that he was in the spotlight, so it would be safer to make a turn for this kind of information exchange.

After hearing Concubine Shu's words, Zhu Xuanming's eyes couldn't help but brighten up.Sure enough, there is a solution there, and the facts are well considered. Even if something happens to Fang Jixin, the final result will remain the same.

"The other side also said that after taking over the Xijiang Guard, you will be able to help the army even more. Establishing a crown prince and ascending the throne is the next thing." Concubine Shu said with a smile.

Concubine Shu firmly believed in what was said there.Among the current princes, there is really no one who can compare to her prince!
"Thank you, concubine mother! The day when the child ascends the throne is the time when Xie Zi will die, please rest assured, concubine mother." Zhu Xuanming said, he knew what concubine Shu cared about most.

As the empress dowager, he will definitely make the concubine mother's wish come true!
Because of Zhu Xuanming's arrival, the Yonghe Palace became lively, and there were occasional bursts of laughter, as usual.

At the same time, Huo Tao, Minister of the Ministry of War, looked at the list in his hand, his head grew dizzy.In the past few days, he has integrated the situation of the sixteen generals of the guards, checked the achievements and achievements of these 16 people in the past years, and sorted out the relationship behind them, so as to find the most suitable replacement for the generals of the Xijiang guards.

However, after comparing and comparing, he still felt that Fu Huaide was the most suitable to be the General of the Western Border Guards.Woohoo, what should I do?
Huo Tao sighed, scratched his hair with both hands, his eyes were still staring at the list.The emperor asked about the candidate again, and he couldn't delay any longer.
Seeing that Huo Tao was so distressed, the staff around him persuaded: "My lord, please consider the previous proposal of this subordinate. This person is suitable in all aspects. The most important thing is that he is familiar with Xijiang Wei and can also adapt to Xijiang. Bitter cold, it will be easier after taking over Xijiangwei."
This aide has been with Huo Tao for many years, and Huo Tao will ask him for his opinion whenever there is an unresolved matter.He had suggested someone to Huo Tao before, but Huo Tao was not satisfied.What he is most satisfied with is Fu Huaide, ahh~
"My lord, the final candidate is determined by the emperor. Your lord will submit the list first, so you don't have to be so distressed. Madam said that your lord has lost a lot of weight, and she blamed your subordinates." He seemed to be thinking of Huo Tao.

Huo Tao removed Douyan from the list, thought for a long time, and finally nodded.

(Outside the chapter: At the end of the chapter, he murmured: "I am very diligent, I am very diligent..."——Xianglin's sister-in-law is possessed.)
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