Chapter 226 Dark Cloud Pearl & New Moon (VIII)

As soon as Xinyue finished speaking, the hall fell silent. Xinyue realized that as a princess, this was inappropriate. However, she looked up at the kind Queen Mother, choked with tears in her eyes and said, "Queen Mother, you are so kind and so good, you must understand Xinyue's worry, right? The lifesaver was seriously injured. Xinyue prayed every day on the road hoping that he would get better soon. Xinyue had no other way to repay the benefactor, but only to take care of the benefactor, even if it was just to take a look, she would be relieved. Xinyue knew it was against the rules, please Queen Mother. "After that, please be considerate of Xinyue. Xinyue kowtows to you."

Xiaozhuang looked at Xinyue who was trying to pull Keshan with her when she kowtowed, narrowed her eyes, and her expression became cold, "Pull Keshan away, don't hurt him at such a young age! Xinyue, I'm not saying anything to you, now you only have Keshan as your relative in this world, you should protect and love him, don't get him hurt when you get emotional."

Xinyue was stunned for a moment, and when she turned around, she saw a red patch on Keshan's forehead, and he was crying in grievance. She didn't kowtow very hard, but she didn't pay attention to the severity when she pressed Keshan's hand. She suddenly blamed herself in her heart, rushed over to hug Keshan and cried: "Keshan, Keshan! How are you? It's all my fault, I didn't mean it, can you forgive me? Okay?"

Keshan was hugged tightly by her, a little breathless, and nodded vigorously.

Xiaozhuang shook her head and said, "Xinyue, rules are rules. As the orphan of Prince Duan, you should pay more attention to your reputation. If you enter other men's bedrooms to visit, I'm afraid the reputation of Prince Duan's mansion will be ruined, and Keshan will also be criticized. Besides, it is still the mourning period for Prince Duan, so it is not appropriate to see other men."

Xinyue was very sad about Xiaozhuang's impolite words. Why can't anyone understand her? She raised her head blankly and happened to see the sympathy in Wuyunzhu and Shunzhi's eyes. She felt much better all of a sudden. It seems that there are still people who agree with her. People like the emperor and the virtuous concubine are true to their nature.

Xiaozhuang looked at them and smiled, "It seems that Concubine Xian and Xinyue are very compatible?"

Wu Yunzhu was thinking about how pitiful Xinyue was and how cold Xiaozhuang was, who didn't even allow her to see her lifesaver. She was startled by being called out, and turned her head and smiled, "Yes, in my opinion, Xinyue is a sincere girl. As a noble princess, she can attach so much importance to her lifesaver, which really touches me."

Xiaozhuang smiled and nodded, "It seems that you really like her. I believe your family will like her too. Emperor, Xinyue's personality is somewhat similar to Concubine Xian. She will definitely feel the warmth of her relatives in Concubine Xian's home. Why not let E Shuo take care of the orphan."

Wu Yunzhu was stunned. She looked at Xiaozhuang carefully, but didn't see any conspiracy. It seemed that Xiaozhuang just mentioned it casually. She looked at Wu Yunzhu again. She was innocent and kind, and there was no threat. If she came to her house, her family would rise to a higher level in the aristocratic circle because of the good reputation of raising an orphan. The royal family would also give her many rewards. Moreover, her brother was thirteen years old. It would be good if he could become a prince consort in the future.

Wu Yunzhu thought about it for a while, but her face immediately showed a happy expression, "I thank the Queen Mother for her trust. Father will take good care of Xinyue and Keshan."

Xinyue listened to them and said hurriedly: "Queen Mother, this is too troublesome, General Hetala saved Xinyue and Keshan, and he is also very good to us. Why don't we go to General Hetala's mansion? Right? Keshan!"

Xinyue bowed her head and asked Keshan to speak together. Wu Yunzhu's face was already stiff. She looked at Shunzhi with grievance. Shunzhi immediately frowned and shouted: "Okay! If you really want to repay your kindness, you should let Nu Dahai recover from his injuries. You went to the general's mansion and it was just a mess! Let E Shuo take care of the orphan, no need to say anything more."

Originally, he thought that Xinyue was grateful to her savior and valued friendship. Although it was not in line with the rules, it was understandable. However, Xinyue was really ungrateful to Wu Yunzhu. Besides, Nu Dahai was still in prison, and it was impossible for her to know the truth.

Shunzhi had been the emperor for more than ten years, and he still looked quite angry when he was wearing a dragon robe. Xinyue was frightened by him and dared not speak again, but just hugged Keshan and cried silently. At this time, Xinyue and Nu Dahai had just known each other for a short time. Although they were in love, they separated before they had time to deepen their feelings. It was nothing compared to the strong feelings they had later.

Seeing that her goal had been achieved, Xiaozhuang's smile deepened a little. She glanced at Keshan, thought for a while and said, "You are on the run this time, with only a maid and a guard with you. I'm afraid you can't serve you. Although there will be no shortage of people serving you in E's Mansion, the people I give are also my intentions."

After she said that, she gave Xinyue a nanny and a palace maid, and gave Keshan a personal eunuch and a palace maid. These four people are all trained. With them, Xinyue can't hurt Keshan no matter how careless it is.

After Xinyue cried and thanked her, Xiaozhuang rubbed her forehead and sighed, "I'm old, and I'm tired after just a while. You all kneel down and pay your respects."

Shunzhi was a little awkward sitting next to her. When he heard her say that, he stood up and accompanied Wuyunzhu back to Chenggan Palace. Concubine Shuhui was so angry that her face turned blue.

Naren stayed behind and walked to Xiaozhuang worriedly and asked, "How is the Queen Mother? Do you want to lie down and rest for a while?"

Xiaozhuang patted her hands and smiled, "I'm fine, I just don't want to see them crying anymore. You, are you tired today? Go back and rest early and take good care of your baby."

Naren smiled and said, "I know, I'll take my leave first and come to pay my respects to the Empress Dowager tomorrow."

"Well, go back."

Naren walked out of the Cining Palace and smiled at the direction where Wu Yunzhu and the others left. It was obvious that the Empress Dowager came for Wu Yunzhu today, otherwise why would she be released because of the orphan of Prince Duan after being confined for so long? I guess Concubine Tong and Concubine Ningxu also saw it, so they didn't talk to her like her, just accompanied her quietly. Only her sister, who was simple-minded, was very angry with Wu Yunzhu. She shook her head and said to the maid beside her, "Go to Concubine Shuhui."

The Minister of the Interior, E Shuo, was ordered to take care of the orphan. His only son, Fei Yanggu, asked in confusion, "Father, we have nothing to do with this matter. Why are you asking us to take care of the orphan?"

E Shuo stroked his beard, frowned and shook his head, saying, "Father, I don't know either. Maybe your sister did something in the palace. Your sister is deeply favored by the emperor and knows a lot of news. No matter what, she is always good for us." Thinking of this proud daughter, he smiled. It was not in vain that he loved her.

Fei Yanggu looked at his expression and said nothing more. He was the son of E Shuo's second wife, six years younger than Wu Yunzhu, the daughter of the first wife. He was not close to her. Later, she became the wife of Prince Xiang and seduced the emperor, which made him even more ashamed. He had different ideas from E Shuo. He thought that Wu Yunzhu was simply a shame for their Dong E family. Haven't you seen that the sisters of the clan can't find a good marriage? Except for those who want to get close to each other, who would be willing to marry the same clan as this woman? Thinking that the job of raising orphans was done by Wu Yunzhu, he felt a little repulsive about it and decided to stay as far away from the two orphans as possible.

While the E's family was busy preparing to welcome the orphans, the General's Mansion was in a tense atmosphere. The old lady was panicked and would stop Yan Ji every day to ask how Nu Dahai was doing, but how could Yan Ji know? Her husband had gone to war and should have returned victorious, but they suddenly received the Queen Mother's decree saying that Nu Dahai was seriously injured on the battlefield and needed to rest at home for two months, but they didn't see Nu Dahai at all!

It was Gan Zhu who reminded her and asked the eunuch who delivered the decree to drink a cup of tea and offer a lot of filial piety, and then she learned from him that Nu Dahai had committed a crime and was imprisoned by the Queen Mother. At that time, she was so anxious that her eyes went black and she fainted. Since the Queen Mother had issued an imperial decree, they could not let the truth out. She was busy for several days inside and outside the General's Mansion, and finally surrounded it like an iron barrel to ensure that the news would not be leaked. Then she waited anxiously. Unexpectedly, even the ministers who took care of the orphan were decided, but there was still no news from Nu Dahai.

Yan Ji hesitated for two days. She was really worried about her husband, so she handed a sign to the palace, wanting to ask Concubine Ning Que to help find out.

Concubine Ning Que saw a bad sign from Xinyue's attitude that day. When she saw Yan Ji was going to the palace, she knew what she was doing. After thinking about it, she stayed alone to tell Xiaozhuang about this matter while paying respects.

Xiaozhuang smiled and said, "Yan Ji is a good child and she is affectionate. It's a pity. When she entered the palace, you brought her to Cining Palace to show me. You should also persuade her more. It's rare for her to have these twenty years of harmonious life with her husband. Don't be too sad."

Concubine Ning Que was stunned for a moment, and nodded quickly, "Yan Ji is lucky to be cared for by the Empress Dowager. I thank the Empress Dowager on her behalf." Although she guessed something, she didn't think that Nu Dahai really changed his mind. After all, twenty years is not twenty days. If he wanted to change his mind, shouldn't he have changed it long ago? Thinking of this, she laughed at herself. There is no man who doesn't change his mind. Nu Dahai has been fighting outside for many years, and he may not have concubines. Who knows?

Yan Ji followed the maids and eunuchs in formal attire, holding back her inner anxiety and walking slowly. After a while, she asked in confusion, "Eunuch, is this road to the Cining Palace? Did we take the wrong road?"

The eunuch turned around and said respectfully, "To the wife, it is the Empress Dowager who wants to see you. Concubine Ning Que is already waiting for you in the Cining Palace."

"This... Eunuch, do you know why the Empress Dowager summoned you in person?"

"To the wife, I don't know about the master's affairs."

Yan Ji calmed down and knew that she would not get anything out of asking any more questions, so she had to smile and said, "Then trouble the eunuch."

She was in a state of confusion. Nu Dahai was imprisoned by the Empress Dowager, and she didn't know what mistake she had made. Why did the Empress Dowager come to see her in person? Would her entry into the palace cause trouble for Concubine Ning Que? What would the Empress Dowager's attitude be? Should she apologize when she arrives at the Cining Palace...

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