Chapter 1098: Some People Walked and Dispersed

The assassination was too big a matter, and it was impossible for the emperor to let Chu Liuchen intervene.

Even if Chu Liuchen had no suspicion, he would not let him ask questions, but what happened with Zhu Ping was different. It was an obvious frame-up, and it happened even before he was stabbed.

Wei Dahai was not a simple person. Shao Wanru had a hunch that such a small person who didn't seem very obvious seemed inconspicuous, but in fact many events locked him.

For such a person, if Chu Liuchen went to investigate him, it would seem too careless, and it would also make people feel strange, but if there is a reason for the matter, then it is a different matter...

On the day of the Queen Mother's birthday, Cining Palace was filled with joy early in the morning.

There was a big banquet in the main hall. It was still early and no one had come yet. The palace people were very busy, going in and taking out some things from time to time. Aunt Wei was in charge of everything and was very busy.

When the female relatives come over soon, they will go to the flower stand first, and only come to the main hall when the banquet is held.

The palace gate opened early, carriages stopped everywhere, and palace sedans were prepared at the entrance of the inner palace. Madams of fourth rank or above took the ladies of the palace, got out of the carriage, and walked through the long corridor of the palace gate. The older ones got on After getting out of the palace sedan, the others walked to the Queen Mother's Cining Palace, chatting while walking.

When they met Sanwu who was close to each other, they even talked about going in together.

In previous years, this time was also the most relaxed time in the palace. It can be said that today is the most relaxed day in the entire palace.

But today was different. The dull atmosphere in the palace seemed to have subsided a lot, but in fact it was not the case. Although the Queen Empress was released to accompany the Queen Mother, everyone could see that the matter was not over yet.

In previous years, His Royal Highnesses King Zhou and King Yue would come into the palace early to accompany the Queen Mother. At this time this year, several princes were still outside, detained by the emperor. After a while, the emperor came in with his ministers and several princes to pay their respects. Queen Mother, this is the time for the final banquet.

In a garden outside Cining Palace, there is a tall flower platform.

The high platform is surrounded by many rare flowers. The flowers are rich in color, and even the air is filled with a faint floral fragrance, which is extremely pleasant.

The weather is very nice, neither hot nor cold, and the girls are dressed very brightly. For those who failed in the draft before, or did not participate in the draft, now is their chance.

Several princes chose the main concubine at that time, and only a few side concubines were selected. Besides, there was also His Highness Prince Xin, and even the main concubine was not selected. Today, the presence of Concubine Ming could be an opportunity.

Something happened to King Yue and King Zhou, and many people focused on King Xin, who had never been noticed. At least King Xin was also the emperor's son.

The position of the prince is the most unclear thing. Until the truth comes out, anyone can have a chance. Who can say that King Xin definitely has no chance?

If something happens to King Yue and King Zhou, if the throne is not passed to King Xin, can it be passed to King Chen?

Many people thought so in their hearts. The ladies had received orders from their parents, and they were all waiting with joy. If Concubine Ming or Prince Xin took a fancy to her, the future Princess Xin might be them!

Of course, there are also people who have always been optimistic about one of King Yue and King Zhou, and they are interested in the position of concubine or concubine in their palace.

In addition, there are also some people who have no intention, just trying to please the Queen Mother. No matter what, the ladies sitting in front of the flower stand are all dressed up very well.

There are several rows of tables on both sides of the flower bed. Fruits and snacks are placed on the tables. There are chairs beside the tables for the ladies and ladies who come to watch to rest and sit down.

Facing the flower bed, there are several gauze tents, the largest of which is naturally where the Queen Mother, the Empress, and several noble concubines are.

The much smaller one on the right is where other high-ranking concubines in the palace rest.

The tent on the left is reserved for the royal princesses and their wives and granddaughters.

Someone with sharp eyes discovered that there was a very small tent on the side of the Queen Mother's big tent. There were also people in the small tent, and some people recognized them as people around the eldest princess Ruian.

I don’t know who brought the news, but they said that the injured Princess Chen also came and rested in that tent. It was said that this was the first time that Princess Chen celebrated the Queen Mother’s birthday, and she came here specially with her injuries. After giving the congratulatory gifts for a while, he went back to rest and did not attend the banquet.

Everyone knew about Princess Chen's injury. I heard that something big happened very close to it, but I didn't expect that Princess Chen would come back.

This matter has not been settled yet. The emperor's attitude is unclear. The empress and the three princes have been harassed together. It is said that it is all because of Princess Chen. If something happens to her again, it may happen again. It's up to someone else to blame.

Whatever you say.

Zhang Qilan couldn't sit still beside Mrs. Zhang Xiang, and put her head to the ear of Luo Xiaowan who was sitting over, "Shall we go see Princess Chen?"

Luo Xiaowan had wanted to go for a long time, but the palace wouldn't let her go, saying that no one was allowed to visit in Prince Chen's palace at the moment. The eldest princess Ruian was guarding her at Prince Chen's mansion, and wanted Princess Chen to have a good rest.

Hearing Zhang Qilan's words, he nodded.

The two of them went to the most inconspicuous small tent together. When they arrived at the entrance of the tent, they saw the grandma guarding the eldest princess Ruian and hurriedly stepped forward to salute.

Aunt Gao also returned the gift politely.

"Mother Gao, is Princess Chen inside?" Zhang Qilan pointed inside and asked in a low voice.

"Princess Chen is in very poor health. She can only push herself through now. The eldest princess Ruian asked her to take a rest. She will close her eyes and rest for now. She will wait for the Queen Mother to come over, give her gifts and then go back." Aunt Gao said.

"Is there a bed in here?" Zhang Qilan asked in shock.

"The Queen Mother has graciously prepared a bed for us, Princess Chen, otherwise Princess Chen would not be able to persist. Princess Chen is a filial person. Originally, the Queen Mother asked her not to come, but she refused to listen. She will definitely watch others personally offer gifts to The Queen Mother." Aunt Gao sighed and said rather helplessly.

"Is Princess Chen seriously injured?" Luo Xiaowan asked eagerly.

"The injury was very serious. I almost had an accident. Fortunately, Bodhisattva protected me." Aunt Gao clasped her hands together and bowed in the air, her face full of gratitude.

Zhang Qilan took a deep look at Aunt Gao and was frightened when he saw the excitement on her face. It seemed that the injury was real. She frowned and said, "Aunt Gao, can we go in and see Princess Chen?"

A look of embarrassment appeared on Aunt Gao's face. She looked at Zhang Qilan and Luo Xiaowan, as if she couldn't answer.

Luo Xiaowan didn't want to embarrass Aunt Gao, so she took Zhang Qilan's hand and said, "Aunt Gao, let's see Princess Chen next time. Please let her take good care of her and don't suffer any bad sequelae."

"Old slave, I will. Thank you, Miss Zhang, and thank you, Miss Luo!" Aunt Gao nodded repeatedly and lowered her folded hands.

Luo Xiaowan pulled Zhang Qilan's hand and motioned for her to leave, but Zhang Qilan was unwilling to leave and deliberately turned her head to look at the slightly raised tent.

Seeing a bit of displeasure on Aunt Gao's face, Luo Xiaowan hurriedly pulled Zhang Qilan away. Their behavior just now was too rude.

After walking to a place far away from the tent, Zhang Qilan shook off Luo Xiaowan's hand in displeasure: "Xiaowan, I just want to see if Princess Chen is alright. I just take a look from a distance and will not disturb her. Princess Chen, Princess Ruian won’t let me see her no matter what.”

"Qilan, Princess Chen is injured right now, and she is still insisting on giving gifts to the Queen Mother. If there is no gift-giving part, Princess Chen may not even come here."

Luo Xiaowan advised.

"So what, now that Princess Chen is here, it's rare for us to have such a chance to see her, so we should go take a look at her. Maybe she just needs our help!" Zhang Qilan said with a displeased face.

"But the eldest princess Ruian won't let us pass..." Luo Xiaowan said nagging. Aunt Gao was guarding the door, which already explained everything, "Princess Chen is so seriously injured that she doesn't have the strength to talk to us at this time. The two of us can't help, but instead make her waste her energy."

"But I'm worried if I can't see Princess Chen!" Zhang Qilan said.

"Then... what should we do?" Luo Xiaowan looked around and said helplessly.

"How about we go see her secretly?" Zhang Qilan rolled his eyes, laughed, and pointed to the back of the tent, and we walked over there.

"There's no one behind that." Luo Xiaowan looked at the position and said helplessly.

"Let's just ask Princess Chen a few words quietly across the tent. Ask her how she is doing. It's okay. We don't really want to do anything. We can rest assured after asking her clearly that there's nothing wrong." Zhang Qilan said.

What he said did make sense. Although Luo Xiaowan was timid, he thought that it shouldn't be a big deal just to say a few words across the tent, so he nodded, but then shook his head, "No, The eldest princess Ruian is guarding there, it’s useless for us to go there, we will be discovered.”

"What are you worried about? Princess Ruian will definitely join the other princesses soon. Princess Chen is not feeling well. She can't wait all the time. She doesn't want to disturb Princess Chen's rest!" Zhang Qilan pointed at her. The princesses prepared the tent and said proudly.

"Then...okay!" Luo Xiaowan agreed reluctantly.

The two of them did not return to the seats, and just waited there. After waiting for a while, they saw Princess Ruian coming out, but Aunt Gao was still guarding the door, obviously afraid that people would disturb Shao Wanru's rest.

After Princess Ruian left, the two of them looked at each other and then turned to the back of the tent. As expected, there was no one in the backlit area, but it was a nice quiet place with no one around.

The two of them walked hand in hand to the back of the tent without a maid. When they arrived at the small tent, the two of them started walking more and more lightly.

It was not winter, and the tent was not tightly pitched. There were actually voices coming from inside. They were afraid of being discovered by others inside, so the two of them were very cautious.

Suddenly, Zhang Qilan stopped and pulled Luo Xiaowan hard. Luo Xiaowan was pulled hard to the right. If she hadn't reacted quickly, she would have almost fallen.

"Qilan..." Luo Xiaowan was about to speak, but she saw Zhang Qilan stretched out her fingers in front of her mouth nervously, making a gesture not to speak, and her footsteps immediately slowed down...