Minister Li had been listening silently to the conversation between the two. Both of them had higher status than him, so it would be better for him not to speak easily without their permission.
"But Prime Minister Liu, don't be too relaxed. General Shen's military power has not been taken back yet, so you still need to act with caution." The Ninth Prince turned and reminded. His voice was gentle, and his eyes were full of charm. Although it was a warning, it did not make people feel disgusted.
"Write more of the Ninth Prince's reminders. I will definitely keep them in mind." Prime Minister Liu nodded repeatedly.
Fu Huaiyu's peach blossom eyes curled up slightly, and a smile appeared on the corners of his mouth, but the chill in the smile was self-evident. "I must remember what Prime Minister Liu said." He whispered in Prime Minister Liu's ear. He only said this to Prime Minister Liu.
Prime Minister Liu nodded hurriedly. He naturally knew the meaning of Fu Huaiyu's words. Although he didn't point it out explicitly, it was reminding him of his position. If he blocked his way, he would probably not end well.
Fu Huaiyu flapped the fan in his hand and walked out.
Finally, Fu Huaiyu was sent away. Prime Minister Liu watched his back as he left and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He couldn't help but stretched out his sleeve to wipe the cold sweat from his forehead.
Li Yuhang, who had been listening to the conversation silently, lowered his head and pretended to be calm, but the joy in his eyes was hard to conceal.
I didn't expect that Prime Minister Liu and Fu Huaiyu had such a good relationship. It seems that I chose the right person this time. Li Yuhang thought happily.
However, Prime Minister Liu felt panicked because of Fu Huaiyu's arrival. Fu Huaiyu could see what he was thinking, and the emperor might be able to see it too. Thinking of how Nanny Gui, who was beside the queen, had come to warn him to make a careful choice, he couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat on his face again.
"Still no news from General Shen?" Fu Yuheng held the memorial in one hand and picked up the teacup with the other hand and put it to his lips, but then put it down again. His sword-like brows were furrowed, adding a bit of sharpness.
"In reply to the emperor, there is no news yet..." The guards kneeling below spoke with regret in their tone. You know, in the eyes of these guards, General Shen is like a god of war, but now his life or death is unknown, which is really hard to accept for a while.
"Is there any trace of Guard Ye?" Fu Yuheng tightened his grip on the teacup.
General Shen is missing, and there is no news about Ye Feng. If the two of them are together, it's fine. If they are not together, then wouldn't it be...
Thinking of this, Fu Yuheng felt a headache and waved his hand, "Explore again!"
The border incident has come to this, but General Shen is an old general after all. If there is any accident again, there will be no one left in the court. And he has some reservations about the young general promoted by Fu Huaiyu before, so how can he reuse him
General Shen has lost his power in the court today, and Prime Minister Liu is the only one in power. This is a big problem. It may not be a problem in the short term, but if it lasts for a long time, I am afraid the world will be in chaos.
The document in his hand was like a snake with venomous fangs. Seeing it at this moment, he wanted to get it out of his hand immediately.
The peach tree outside the window is already in bud, just like the conspiracy contained in this court, gradually sprouting branches and leaves, gradually gaining momentum in the night when people are unprepared.
"Your Majesty, where are you going?" Lianyun was a little confused when she saw Shen Qingwan wrapping up the zither. Usually, Your Majesty would only wrap up the zither when she was going out of the yard to play, so that it would be easier to take away.
"Go to West Garden." West Garden is where Concubine Wu Ling is. Lianyun nodded in understanding. It was true that the Queen had not visited Concubine Wu Ling for a long time.
"By the way, bring some cakes." Shen Qingwan lowered her head and fiddled with the piano, while not forgetting to instruct Lianyun. She made some cakes when she was free yesterday, and now was the perfect time to bring them over to her to try.
Lianyun nodded. She had tasted the pastry before. She had to say that the Empress's craftsmanship was very good. The pastry was sweet but not greasy, and had a faint fragrance of tea. "Yes." She turned and went out, but because of this she missed the flash of sadness in Shen Qingwan's eyes.
How could she not be worried when her father's whereabouts were unknown? However, she hid all her emotions deep in her heart and never showed them in front of others.
In the end, what should she do
Shen Qingwan's worry was reflected in her eyes, but no one could see it at this moment.
She still remembered that when she first entered the palace, Fu Yuheng once told her that her father forced her to enter the palace, but she didn't know whether it was true or not, and why. She had always wanted to find a chance to ask her father, but every time the words came to her lips, she couldn't ask them, so she had to give up.
"My queen, everything is ready." During the time she was thinking, Lianyun had already brought back the pastries, so she didn't think about it anymore and just smiled to herself.
Fortunately, the weather has been sunny and pleasant these days. Walking outside makes people feel better and less depressed. The birds are beginning to become more energetic and chirping, which is also very pleasing to the eye.
"Why are you here today?" When Shen Qingwan arrived, Wu Ling was just about to play the piano in the yard. When she saw her coming, she stopped what she was doing and looked at her with a faint smile.
"I have nothing to do today, and I remembered that I haven't come to see you for a long time. Come over and have a personal chat with you." Shen Qingwan asked Lianyun to put the zither on the stone table beside her, and then sat down. "I made these cakes yesterday. They taste good. I'll give them to you to try. If you like them, I'll make some more for you another day."
Upon hearing this, Wu Ling reached out and took a piece of cake, nodding her head as she took a bite, "You are thoughtful. I'm afraid you are the only one in the harem who cares about me." When Wu Ling said this, her eyes dimmed a little. She would never want to come to this harem.
"You can't say that, otherwise your girl might not be happy if she hears it." Shen Qingwan smiled and covered her lips with her hands. She also glanced at the person who had been standing next to Wu Ling in silence.
Wu Ling was startled, and seemed to sense the gaze from behind. She turned around and saw Mo Lan staring at her with his lips tightly pursed. Then he smiled, "It's my fault." Wu Ling raised her lips and smiled, "Okay, it's my fault, don't blame me, okay?"
Seeing this, Moran no longer had any temper. She had been by her side since she was a child. If she had to say it, she was more out of heartache. She couldn't bear to see her say that about herself, and she also hoped that she would still remember that no matter what, she was still by her side.
"Since you are here, let's play a song together." Wu Ling glanced at the piano in Shen Qingwan's hand with a gentle expression. There are not many people in the world who like piano, let alone people with similar interests.