princess

Chapter 49

After waiting for a while, Xiao Yuanmin reckoned that Emperor Xuanhe had finished asking the Fourth Prince and the others, then got up and let Madam Zheng tidy up, called Banxia and ordered, "Let the small kitchen cook some stalk rice porridge for preparation." Let’s wait until my younger brother wakes up and let him eat the porridge first and then take the medicine.”

"Yes." Ban Xia Fu Li Fu came down.

"During this period, you stay here first. Later, when Zhao Momo comes back, you can go back to Fengyang Pavilion to pack your things." Xiao Yuanmin was worried after all. Banmei hadn't come back yet, and he was afraid that he would be punished by Emperor Xuanhe. up.

"Yes." Although Banxia agreed without hesitation, she stared at Xiao Yuanmin.

Xiao Yuanmin smiled and said, "Just wait until you come back, it's not that I don't want you."

Banxia breathed a sigh of relief, and explained a little embarrassedly, "I don't mean that." You must know that although she was left behind by the eldest princess, she is not familiar with the East Palace after all, and there is also the eldest palace maid Banmei. It is better for her to stay. Feel at ease in Fengyang Pavilion.

Xiao Yuanmin gave a few more instructions, such as what kind of candied fruit Xiao Yuzuo should eat after drinking the medicine, the rice porridge to make soft and glutinous, what side dishes to prepare, and Banxia one by one, before Xiao Yuanmin took Madam Zheng to the imperial study go.

The fourth prince and the others had already been dismissed, and the palace servants serving Xiao Yuzuo were all kneeling at the door, among them was Banmei, who saw Xiao Yuanmin with pleading eyes.

Xiao Yuanmin only glanced at it, but ignored it. After all, the incident of Xiao Yuzuo falling off the horse was no wonder that Banmei and the others were on top of them. It was just angered by Emperor Xuanhe, and nothing would happen. Just kneel down and it will pass.

The little eunuch had already gone in to report, and not long after, Emperor Xuanhe let Xiao Yuanmin in. Xiao Yuanmin left Nanny Zheng outside and wanted her to investigate, and Nanny Zheng understood.

Emperor Xuanhe was not at peace at this time. Although he didn't care much about the affairs of the harem, he had a lot of eyes and ears. Although the fourth prince, sixth prince, and seventh prince couldn't say they were ugly, Li Dezhong went out to investigate. It turns out that all the clues point to the fourth prince.

But it was those clues that made Emperor Xuanhe, who was suspicious of the fourth prince, hesitate a bit. After all, the clues were too obvious, and it was more like setting the blame.

Hearing from the little eunuch that Xiao Yuanmin was here, Emperor Xuanhe naturally wanted to see him, among other things, he had to give an explanation to his son and daughter, Emperor Xuanhe knew exactly what those people were planning, and it was because of the clarity that Emperor Xuanhe became more and more sympathetic. Angry, with a touch of sadness, after all, no matter who made the move, they couldn't get rid of those who gave birth to the prince.

After Xiao Yuanmin came in to salute, he was summoned by Emperor Xuanhe. Xiao Yuanmin saw that Emperor Xuanhe's complexion was not good, and said softly, "Father, please pay attention to yourself." Seeing that the tea on the table was no longer steaming, he reached out to touch it. , As expected, it was cold, so I felt a little displeased, "How did this man serve you, how could you let Father drink cold tea, what should you do if you hurt your body?"

Emperor Xuanhe thought that his daughter would ask about Xiao Yuzuo as soon as he came in. Who would have thought that every sentence was related to him, and his heart warmed up, and his expression eased a lot, "It's okay, I didn't pay attention."

"This kind of trivial matter should be taken care of by the servants." Xiao Yuanmin frowned slightly, looked around, and saw all the little eunuchs kneeling on the ground, "If Eunuch Li is by Father's side, how can we let him Father touches this cool thing."

When Emperor Xuanhe heard it, it was the same thing. When Li Dezhong was around, he didn't need to speak, and everything was prepared properly for refreshments. He didn't pay attention to it before, but now that he was mentioned, Emperor Xuanhe remembered Li Dezhong serving in the palace. "Li Dezhong is indeed a loyal one."

Xiao Yuanmin didn't say a word, and waited for Emperor Xuanhe to regain his senses before saying, "Daughter crossed once, please don't blame the emperor."

Emperor Xuanhe understood Xiao Yuanmin's intention to plead guilty first, and nodded.

Only then did Xiao Yuanmin speak, "Today, those who serve in the room will be fined for three months."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, and Princess Xie." The eunuchs were relieved to hear that the fine was only three months' salary.

"Those who serve the tea, go to the Shenxing Division to study again, and you don't need to serve the emperor anymore." Xiao Yuanmin's voice was faint, and the skin would peel off if he entered the Shenxing Division, and if he couldn't go back to Emperor Xuanhe, then It just fell to the bottom of the cloud.

Eunuch Zhao's face was dreamily pale. He wanted to ask for mercy but saw that Emperor Xuanhe had no expression on his face. He swallowed the words again, knowing that his life was over, but he didn't know that the eldest princess would help Li Dezhong, and even asked the eldest princess to help Li Dezhong. The princess seized the opportunity. You must know that since he came to Emperor Xuanhe's side, he has liked Emperor Xuanhe because of his cleverness. He also lost face to Li Dezhong when he had the opportunity. He just wanted to squeeze Li Dezhong's position, but he didn't expect today...

After finishing speaking, Xiao Yuanmin didn't care, and waved the people in the room to go down, "Change a group of people to serve."

"Yes."

Seeing that Emperor Xuanhe didn't speak out against it, and their expressions were not displeased, they responded after paying respects.

"Serve hot tea... Forget it, some osmanthus clear dew." After speaking, he looked at Emperor Xuanhe, "Father, drink less tea today, and choose a few light pastries."

Emperor Xuanhe nodded with a smile, "Xuanxuan is still careful."

Xiao Yuanmin also smiled, as if thinking of something, the smile on his face disappeared, and he said in a low voice, "My brother and I only have father, if father doesn't pay attention to his body, what will Xuanxuan do?"

Emperor Xuanhe sighed when he heard the words, reached out and patted the back of Xiao Yuanmin's hand, "Sit down first."

"Hmm." Xiao Yuanmin sat next to Emperor Xuanhe, waited for the things to come up, watched Emperor Xuanhe drink and mix sweet-scented osmanthus clear dew, and after persuading him to use a few pieces of cakes, he asked, "Father, brother?" Is there any clue about what happened?"

"I was wondering when Xuanxuan would ask." Emperor Xuanhe said with a smile.

Xiao Yuanmin took a sip of honey water, "Because I know my father will never let my brother suffer this crime for nothing."

Emperor Xuanhe nodded, "This matter all points to the fourth prince."

It is the fourth prince and not Concubine Shu, which made Xiao Yuanmin a little confused, "Could it be for hunting?"

"I'm afraid someone will make a fuss about this matter." Emperor Xuanhe said bluntly.

It's just that the implication is that he doesn't believe it's the fourth prince, Xiao Yuanmin lowered his eyes slightly, "My daughter also thinks it's strange, the fourth brother treats my younger brother very well on weekdays, how could he do this..." After all, he hates it very much, "It's a dirty thing, If you really want to fight, you have to be upright."

After hearing what his daughter said, Emperor Xuanhe said, "Not everyone thinks so."

Xiao Yuanmin thought for a while and said, "Could it be someone who poured dirty water on Concubine Shu and Fourth Brother?"

Emperor Xuanhe didn't say a word, Xiao Yuanmin understood that Emperor Xuanhe thought the same way.

Xiao Yuanmin didn't say anything about it again, "My brother was raised by my father and I. Now... I'm terrified when I think about it. If there were no Murongxi and the guards, the horse's hoof would step on my brother, my brother... ..."

Suppressing sobs, Xiao Yuanmin continued, "Even if you are lucky enough to save your life, if you break your arms, break your legs, or something goes wrong, my brother's life will be over."

Sensing his daughter's fear, Emperor Xuanhe reached out and touched her head, "Father knows, don't worry."

Xiao Yuanmin rubbed Xuanhe Emperor's hands, "I don't want to see my relatives again..." Before finishing speaking, "Xuanxuan is left with my father and younger brother. If any of you have an accident, I will be killed." life."

Emperor Xuanhe felt a twinge in his heart. In fact, these are not very pleasant words, but they are different from his daughter's mouth, "Don't worry."

"En." Xiao Yuanmin responded, "With the words of my father, Xuanxuan feels at ease."

After saying a few more words, seeing Li Dezhong came back, Xiao Yuanmin resigned first, "By the way, Banmei and the others have also learned a lesson, why not punish them with their salaries, and my brother will also have people to serve him."

"Alright." Only then did Emperor Xuanhe think of it, "You can figure it out, Li Dezhong will send Xuanxuan off."

"Yes."

At the door, Xiao Yuanmin stood still and said, "Eunuch Li, go back."

"Yes." Li Dezhong naturally knew about the imperial study, but he didn't say anything, "The servant waits for the princess to go in and serve His Majesty."

"Yeah." Xiao Yuanmin didn't mention it, just glanced at Banmei and the others, "Get up, go back and serve the prince with your heart, you know?"

"The slave (servant) must serve the prince with all his heart."

Xiao Yuanmin nodded and walked out slowly.

Seeing that the eldest princess had left, Li Dezhong went back to the imperial study and reported the findings to Emperor Xuanhe in a low voice.

Emperor Xuanhe didn't show it on the face, but he had some calculations in his heart, so he nodded and didn't speak again.

Xiao Yuanmin did not go back to Fengyang Pavilion, but went to the East Palace. At that time, Xiao Yuzuo had already woken up, with medicine on his face and hands, which looked a bit ridiculous.

"My sister is back." Xiao Yuzuo was very happy to see Xiao Yuanmin, "I asked someone to prepare my sister's favorite scented tea, and my sister came to drink some."

Xiao Yuanmin wanted to poke Xiao Yuzuo's forehead twice, but seeing his appearance, he sighed, "I brought Banmei and the others back, do you want to meet?"

"No more." Xiao Yuzuo said.

"Then let Nanny Li make arrangements." Xiao Yuanmin didn't say it clearly, but the intention was to hit those people, and Nanny Li naturally understood that after Xiao Yuzuo nodded, it was all right and Wan Fuli went out.

There was no outsider in the room. Xiao Yuanmin felt a lot more relaxed when he saw his younger brother looked good. He took two mouthfuls of rose cakes and said, "Father said that all the clues point to the fourth brother."

"Father might not believe it." Xiao Yuzuo thought for a while and said, "What does sister think?"

"What do you think?" Xiao Yuanmin asked back.

"I'm afraid that the father will be suspicious of the imperial concubine." Xiao Yuzuo said slowly, "But I don't think this is the work of the imperial concubine."

Xiao Yuanmin tapped the table with his fingers, "Madam Zheng, what did you find out?"

After saluting, Mother Zheng said, "Your Majesty reprimanded the three princes and ordered the seventh prince to move into the prince's residence immediately."

Although he didn't say much, the meaning was already understood, this was beating Concubine Lin Gui.

Xiao Yuanmin nodded, "I don't know why, but I always think it's not Lin Guifei."

"I think so too." Xiao Yuzuo smiled, "My younger brother thinks that the more unlikely the more likely the person is."

(End of this chapter)