RNP Chapter 495: Death of Shangguan Shu (3)
Chapter 495: Death of Shangguan Shu (3)
Emperor Jianxi looked at Concubine Gao, who said in a pretentious manner, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. I spoke out of turn."
At this time, Zhao Xi stepped forward and volunteered, "I am willing to lend my life to my father!"
Emperor Jianxi was deeply moved, but how could he borrow the life of his beloved son?
Emperor Jianxi refused.
But Emperor Jianxi also did not want to die. Since ancient times, all emperors have longed for immortality. With a stern look in his eyes, Emperor Jianxi forced Master Wufa and Zhao Zihua to find a way to achieve immortality.
If they don’t agree or can’t find the answer, they will be killed!
Zhao Zihua felt very aggrieved. Her maternal grandfather actually wanted to kill her. It seemed that he really didn't love her anymore.
But she had to agree, and Master Wufa was forced to obey the order.
However, Concubine Gang's eyes darkened.
Zhao Xi took Zhao Zihua and Master Wufa away and asked, "Is there really no way to prolong life?"
He selfishly wanted Emperor Jianxi to live longer.
He had not been loved by his father since he was young, and he wanted to stay longer.
However, the Hairless Master was determined.
Zhao Xi felt indescribable pain and regret in his heart.
At this time, Concubine Ge's personal maid came over and wanted to call Master Wufa over.
Although Zhao Xi was confused, he still let Master Wufa pass.
The next day, Master Wufa came up with an idea and told Emperor Jianxi that borrowing someone's life span would not harm that person, as long as the person had a very noble fate and had the appearance of an emperor, he would not be affected by the emperor's power.
Concubine Gang came out at the right time and tried to test him, "Prince Ding's filial piety is truly touching, and your majesty's love for his son is also the same. But if your majesty makes Prince Ding the crown prince, your majesty can prolong his life and Prince Ding's life span will not be shortened. Isn't that the best of both worlds?"
Emperor Jianxi frowned, as if he was thinking seriously.
But Zhao Xi understood, his face looked unhappy, and he cursed Concubine Qi as a fool in his heart!
Although this move is beneficial to him, it is not what he really wants.
Wouldn't it be possible for his father to misunderstand him and think that he was threatening him for the throne if he acted like this?
He is not that despicable!
As expected, Emperor Jianxi said solemnly, "Xi'er, do you think this method is feasible?"
Zhao Xi knelt down, "Father, you must not do this! I am willing to help you live a long life, but I have no intention of threatening you with this!"
Emperor Jianxi leaned on the jade pillow listlessly, stared at him for a long while, and said softly, "I know."
"My Xi'er is filial."
"You are so filial, I cannot let you down. Don't worry, I will give you what you want."
"Father..." Zhao Xi's face looked extremely ugly.
Concubine Chuang was afraid that Zhao Xi would do something bad, so she hurriedly said, "With your majesty's promise, Prince Ding will definitely make your majesty's wish come true, your majesty..." Concubine Chuang pretended to be tender and said, "You must stay with me forever, I can't bear to leave your majesty."
Emperor Jianxi looked at Concubine Ge for a long while. Before she became angry, he looked away and said in a slightly hoarse voice, "I know what you want. That's all."
"I will issue a will on a chosen day."
Concubine Xiang was ecstatic because her son was going to become the crown prince!
Emperor Jianxi spoke for a while and felt a little tired. "You all should leave!"
Concubine Qi avoided Zhao Xi's cold gaze and said, "Your Majesty, I will stay and serve you!"
"You go too!"
Concubine Gang paused and had to take her leave.
Sure enough, Zhao Xi found her, had someone wait in the distance, and warned her coldly, "Who told you to do this?! Do you really think you are my biological mother?"
Concubine Gang looked at Zhao Xi with a look of pain and reluctance, "How can you say this about me? If it weren't for that fake, I would be your biological mother!"
Zhao Xi snorted coldly, "What do you mean by biological mother or not? Did you give birth to me? Don't forget that we are in a mutually beneficial relationship. You helped me to ascend to the throne, and I rewarded you with wealth and glory. As for the rest, don't even think about it!"
"Okay, okay, I finally see through you. I treated you like my own son! But don't think you're a good person. What did I do wrong? Now that you've gained the benefits, don't act like a good kid and act wronged!"
The two of them completely fell out.
Zhao Xi was speechless.
Yes, what right does he have to say anything else? It's just the same end.
Zhao Xi and Concubine Gang parted on bad terms. After they left, a young eunuch with great martial arts skills also left.
In the Yangxin Palace, the young eunuch told Zhao Xi and the other man everything they had said.
Emperor Jianxi looked indifferent and did not say anything. He raised his hand and let him leave.
The news that Emperor Jianxi wanted to appoint a crown prince quickly spread throughout the court, the country, and the princess's mansion.
There is also news that Zhao Zihua has entered the palace, the spirit boy has blessed the emperor, and the emperor is in good health.
After being frustrated for a long time, Zhao Ying couldn't help but want to laugh. She was really going backwards as she grew older. Zhao Zihua could see her father, but she couldn't.
Fortunately, my father is in good health.
If her father can live longer, she can also live longer.
In the past, she could relieve her depression by sucking the baby's milk, but Shangguan Qingyue and Shangguan Qingwan went to stay temporarily in the Duke's Mansion, and she couldn't see them.
Zhao Ying asked someone to bring Shangguan Qiyou over to smell for him, even though her son had the smell of a chicken when he grew up, and her three sons, Chengjing, smelled like a cowshed, and Bailin smelled like a puppy... But as a mother, she had to endure it. However, after a while, someone came and told her that Shangguan Qiyou had gone out to play.
Maybe it was because of the hot weather, Zhao Ying was very anxious and angry, so she simply went into the palace to find the queen. Although her father forbade her to enter the palace, she was used to being domineering and willful. Could her father really beat her for this?
Zhao Ying felt that as long as she did not covet the throne, her father would not do anything to her.
Last time, Concubine Xiang provoked and wanted to force the Queen to move to another palace, but after she made a big fuss, the matter was left unresolved.
In Kunning Palace, the mother and daughter were chatting, when suddenly, Wu Yonggui came over to convey an imperial decree.
"Empress, Princess Chengqian, His Majesty summons you two to the Yangxin Palace now."
Zhao Ying was pleasantly surprised, "Father is finally going to see us!"
However, the next second, seeing Wu Yonggui's expression of reticence, Zhao Ying subconsciously said in panic, "Could it be that my father is not well?"
Wu Yonggui quickly denied it, "The emperor is in good health, your majesty and your highness can rest assured."
The Queen was surprised, "Then why did he call us?"
Wu Yonggui looked at the two of them with eyes full of worry.
Wu Yonggui watched Zhao Ying grow up, so he naturally headed towards the East Palace. He glanced around, and Zhao Ying understood immediately and withdrew everyone.
Seeing that no one was around, Wu Yonggui said anxiously, "It's bad, Madam, Your Highness, Concubine Gang has found Princess Huai'an and the former midwife of Kunning Palace from somewhere, and they are making a fuss together, saying that they have evidence to prove that Your Highness is not a dragon seed!"
Upon hearing this, the Queen stood up and said angrily, "What the hell? You're throwing dirty water on me. If Ying'er isn't a dragon, then who is?"
"Ah, this damn Huai'an has framed me. If I don't show my power, you're treating me like a sick cat!"
"Come on, Ying'er, let's go over there. I want to see what tricks they use." As she said this, she pulled Zhao Ying and rushed to the Yangxin Palace.
Zhao Ying asked doubtfully, "Manager Wu, are you sure it's Huai'an?"
Chief Steward Wu nodded solemnly, "Your Highness, it is Princess Huai'an. I will not make a mistake!"
The wrinkles between Zhao Ying's brows deepened.
Didn’t Shangguan Shu say that Huai’an was dead?
What went wrong?
She couldn't figure it out, but she was not panicking about the current situation. Since they stood up to testify against her, then it was their bad luck!
How could Concubine Qi be involved with Zhao Yao?
Concubine Gang is Zhao Xi's person. Could it be that Zhao Xi wants to get her?
Zhao Ying's heart sank. Her brother was so cruel and ruthless.
The Queen noticed that Zhao Ying's face was not looking good. She thought Zhao Ying was afraid, so she comforted her, "Don't be afraid, Ying'er. You are definitely my mother's biological child. It can't be fake."
The queen was actually a little impatient, muttering quietly, "I've watched the blood test so many times, and finally I have the opportunity to show my skills..."
Zhao Ying followed the queen, but was worried along the way.
She always felt that things were not that simple.
But for a moment, she couldn't think of it.
Never mind. Anyway, she has no guilt in this matter.
Zhao Ying and the Queen came to the Hall of Mental Cultivation and paid their respects.
At the head of the hall, Emperor Jianxi seemed to be in better spirits and had someone offer him a seat.
Zhao Ying sat down and looked at everyone in the hall.
Zhao Xi, Wang Po, Concubine Qi... and Zhao Yao.
Zhao Yao is not dead after all!
It looks like a life worse than death.
At this moment, she was looking at her provocatively.
Zhao Ying sneered and cursed in his heart, "Idiot."
The Queen spoke, dignified and majestic, "Why did your Majesty summon me and Cheng Qian here?"