bayedsolid Chapter 369 Gong Cainu Died
Chapter 369 Gong Cainu Died
Chapter 369 Gong Cainu Died
Xie Run instructed the people at Showa Palace: "You should also prepare. My sister will probably bring two children to the palace tomorrow. Remember to prepare two portions of food and toys."
It is not difficult to meet Xie Jiang, but it is not easy to meet those two genius little treasures.
"Besides, you must keep a close eye on Taotao and don't let him bully his younger siblings."
The incident of Tao Tao bullying the Sixth Prince was still fresh in Xie Run's mind, and he didn't want this kid to do it again.
Dan Tao and Xiao Shu responded with a smile.
Early the next morning, Showa Palace became bustling with activity.
Xie Run stood in the corridor, wearing a cloak, and said with a smile: "It's suddenly sunny today, it's really a good day."
Dan Tao smiled and said, "Isn't it? The snow that fell yesterday has melted a lot, so we don't have to keep sweeping the snow."
Xiao Shu: "Speaking of sweeping snow, this servant recalled what happened a few days ago. The Fifth Prince saw the old nanny at the gate sweeping snow and suddenly wanted to play."
"The old nanny was so scared that she refused to let the Fifth Prince touch the broom. She almost made him cry."
"The Empress is also very naughty. She even had someone get a small broom for the Fifth Prince to play with. The Fifth Prince happily swept the snow for a long time. He almost slept with the broom in his arms at night. If the Emperor saw this, he would think that the servants had taught the Fifth Prince bad things."
Xie Run smiled brightly, "It's children's nature to love playing."
"Your Majesty, you dote on the Fifth Prince too much."
Xie Run didn't want to listen to the two maids' chatter, so he deliberately averted his gaze. "Is there a shadow moving up ahead? Is my eldest sister here?"
Dan Tao and Xiao Shu looked up and saw that the whole place was empty except for the palace maids sweeping the snow under the corridor. They couldn't help but smile at each other.
After waiting for almost a quarter of an hour, Xie Jiang finally appeared at the door with the two children.
Xie Run fell silent as he looked at the little boy who looked like a king of a different surname.
Just because of this similar face, the story of Xie Jiang taking her two children to find their relatives lasted for six or seven years.
It was a series of coincidences and misunderstandings, and it was not until the finale that they recognized their father and reconciled.
It turns out that the power of plot is infinite.
Seeing that she was staring at her son, Xie Jiang couldn't help but ask, "What are you looking at, Madam?"
Xie Run smiled awkwardly and said, "I just feel that this kid looks familiar, as if I've seen him somewhere before."
The maidservant beside Xie Jiang smiled and said, "To answer your Majesty. They say nephews resemble their uncles. The young master bears some resemblance to our eldest son. Is that why your Majesty feels that he looks familiar?"
Xie Run: "...Maybe."
What a liar.
How is this kid similar to Xie Jing?
However, it was not difficult for Xie Run to tell lies with open eyes.
Xie Run: "What are the names of the two children?"
Xie Jiang: "The boy will be named Huai'an, nicknamed An'an; the girl will be named Huaiyu, nicknamed Yubao."
Xie Run nodded, took out the gifts he had prepared earlier and gave them to the two little ones, and asked someone to bring Taotao out to play.
I don’t know if it’s because of blood relationship or for some other reason, but the three little guys get along very well.
Taotao was very generous to the two children. When they played the game of sharing things, he would share everything with the two children except the ones he particularly liked.
Time spent with family flies by.
While Xie Run and Xie Jiang were chatting and laughing, it was already time for lunch.
Just as she instructed someone to set the table, Xiao Shu whispered in her ear, "Your Majesty, Gong Cainu has passed away."
"Princess Sun has been staying in Yongming Palace and has not left the palace at all. She is accompanying her family."
The result was already expected. Xie Run thought he would be calm when he heard the news of Fang Yuaner's death.
But the silent heart still jumped suddenly.
It was like a sharp scream, and then returned to calm in an instant.
She thought she should be very calm, but in the eyes of Xie Jiang and others, she seemed a little distraught.
Xie Jiang noticed that something was wrong with Xie Run, so he found an opportunity to ask her, "But what important matter happened in the palace?"
Xie Run shook his head.
She looked up at Xie Jiang, and suddenly there was a mist in her eyes.
She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but she didn't dare to speak.
She wanted to say that from now on, there was one less person in the world who came from the same hometown as her.
She also wanted to say that in this world, you are the only one she is familiar with.
But Xie Run didn't dare to say it, and didn't dare to reveal anything related to his identity.
Xie Jiang held her hand, his tone somewhat serious: "We are a family. If you have any difficulties, just tell us. At least we can deal with it together."
"If you really treat me as your sister, don't hide it."
"I know your life in the palace is not easy."
When Xie Jiang said the last sentence, his tone was somewhat low and emotional.
Xie Runhui held Xie Jiang's hand and gently leaned on Xie Jiang's shoulder, "Well, we are a family."
"Sister, you are all I have now."
In this world, perhaps only Xie Jiang can give her a sense of familiarity and intimacy.
Xie Jiang sighed softly, with a hint of heartache for Xie Run in his eyes.
There was peace and harmony in Showa Palace, but there was deathly silence in Yongning Palace.
As soon as Mrs. Sun entered the palace, she greeted Concubine Sun in a very polite manner.
He just raised his eyes quietly and saw that his daughter did not look very happy, and doubts arose in his heart.
After the palace maid left, Madam Sun asked with a hint of concern, "Your Majesty seems to have lost some weight compared to when you were at home. Is it because you haven't been using it well lately?"
Concubine Sun opened her dark eyes and looked at Madam Sun.
She did not answer Madam Sun's question, but instead asked, "Mother brought my cousin into the palace this time, but what instructions did father have?"
Madam Sun choked and hesitated for a moment before saying, "The Duke's Mansion has also heard about what has happened in the palace recently."
Madam Sun said with tears in her eyes, "My son, it's a pity that you are being schemed against in the palace. I am filled with heartache, but I don't know how to help you."
Concubine Sun chuckled and said, "After entering the palace, my daughter has gained a lot of experience."
"I don't dare to ask for help now, as long as no one harms me."
When Concubine Sun said this, her eyes wandered between Madam Sun and her cousin beside her.
Madam Sun sneered, "Your Majesty, why would you say that? You are now a second-rank imperial concubine in the palace. Who would dare to harm you?"
Madam Sun said meaningfully, "The Emperor felt sorry for the Empress who had been harmed by the treacherous people, so he specially sent me into the palace to accompany the Empress and comfort her so that she would not be frightened."
"I heard that Your Majesty has been arguing with the concubines recently, and that the Emperor stripped her of her title and punished her for offending Concubine Zhaode. The Duke and your father were deeply worried when they heard the news."
"Gaining advantage in verbal disputes is only a temporary advantage, but it will easily make enemies in the six palaces and make every step difficult for yourself."
Concubine Sun's expression eased slightly, and the next moment, Madam Sun said, "Your Majesty used to be so open-minded. Don't walk into a dead end now."
"When you do something, at least think about your father and your brother. At the very least, think about the Duke's Mansion..."
Concubine Sun's heart sank instantly: "I feel that I have thought enough and done enough for the Duke's Mansion!"
When her face was disfigured, she received a stream of letters from home expressing her concern.
It's not that I'm worried about her injury, but I'm afraid that her appearance will be damaged and it will be difficult to win the emperor's favor.
He was even more afraid that she would fall out of favor and bring trouble to the family!
Later, things went smoothly and I received more tentative letters from home.
Knowing that her appearance was ruined and she had no hope of regaining favor, he changed his mind and asked her to find a way to adopt a child.
She is now a second-rank concubine. If she has a child, she can at least ensure the prosperity and wealth of the Duke's Mansion for decades.
Later, the Sixth Prince fell into the hands of Xian Zhaoyuan, and she was stripped of her title and confined to her house for making a mistake. The letters from home also changed their tone.
He no longer urged her to adopt a child, but instead mentioned several cousins who were about to get married, and asked the emperor and empress if they had revealed when the selection would be held.
The Duke's Mansion's plan hit her in the face, and now she is asked to think for the Duke's Mansion.
Concubine Sun sneered, "I've suffered so much for the Duke's Mansion. When has anyone ever thought about me?"
She looked at her cousin brought by Madam Sun with disdain.
"What a beautiful face! Mother brought her into the palace today to test the emperor's heart? Or do you want to send her directly to the dragon bed?"
Mrs. Sun and Miss Sun's expressions changed instantly.
Madam Sun rebuked in a low voice: "Your Highness, your words are really too much."
"Zhiwei hasn't even reached the age of marriage yet. We're sisters from the same family. Why does Your Majesty have to humiliate us like this?"
Concubine Sun sneered, "Sisters from the same family? Who is she from the same family?"
"If the Duke's Mansion sends her into the palace, won't that mean they can step on me to climb up the social ladder?"
"You are so cold and selfish, yet you expect me to make selfless contributions? To let you be drained of blood and discarded aside as useless pawns?"
Princess Sun's words were too harsh, and she was almost going to cause a quarrel with the Duke's Mansion.
Fortunately, the Duke's wife was thoughtful and didn't change her expression on the spot. Instead, she said earnestly: "Your Majesty, you are my child. How could I possibly harm you?!"
"Your Majesty is young now, and you don't know the hardships of life. There are more women in this palace than flowers. When one flower fades, there will naturally be countless more to bloom."
"The Emperor will sooner or later select concubines to fill his harem. Even if it's not my sisters, there will be others. Rather than someone else, it's better to have my sisters by your side. If there is a chance that they will give birth to an heir, won't they be related to you by blood?"
"Besides, it's always better for sisters to be united than to fight alone. If you were stripped of your title and grounded, the outcome might have been different if you had a sister by your side who could speak up for you."
Madam Sun held Concubine Sun's hand with tears in her eyes. "Don't think my words hurt you, Your Majesty. Your appearance has been damaged, and I'm afraid you will never be able to regain your favor again. Are you willing to spend the rest of your life like this in the harem?"
Princess Sun was shocked and angry, and her hand holding Madam Sun was shaking.
Mrs. Sun's words might be for her own good, or she might have her own agenda, but she didn't like to hear them.
The mother's worries are not unreasonable due to the blood relationship, but why should she let her suffer this injustice?
Why should she give in step by step and make selfless contributions? !
Concubine Sun took a deep breath and said, "Mother is right. It's me who thinks too narrowly."
Princess Sun was raised by Madam Sun, so she could naturally see that she didn't listen to her.
However, Madam Sun was not in a hurry, as she thought that Concubine Sun was still young and had a bad temper, and could not tolerate any grievance.
She only needs to wait until she goes through some more hardships in the palace in the future, and then she will realize that her family members are all doing this for her own good, and that only her family members can serve as her support.
The mother and daughter appeared to be reconciled, but the intimacy between them when they spoke was no longer as it was before.
The further it got, the less willing Concubine Sun became to talk. Her thoughts instead flew to the cold palace, where she wondered if Gong Cainu had drunk the poisoned wine and was on her way.
The more I thought about it, the more anxious I became.
Before the time was up, she found an excuse to urge Mrs. Sun and her less familiar cousin to leave.
Mrs. Sun showed a bit of embarrassment on her face, but finally she sighed and left with her people.
As the two of them left, Concubine Sun's confidant arrived with a message: "Your Majesty, Gong Cainu is dead. The Empress had a coffin prepared for her and sent out of the palace."
"She got away with it!" Princess Sun said viciously.
But in fact, she didn't hate Gong Cainu as much as she said.
Even when she heard that Gong Cainv had died, she was not as excited as when she heard her mother asked her to take care of her cousin in the future.
Ever since Fang Yuaner was demoted to a concubine and imprisoned in the cold palace, she no longer posed a threat to all the women in the harem.
No one would take her seriously anymore.
Therefore, her death was just like a stone thrown into a calm lake, which did not cause much ripples.
Concubine Sun quickly shifted her attention.
"The Duke's Mansion has given up on me. They only want to support a newcomer to the palace and gain favor. But they don't consider how many years it will take for the newcomer to climb to my position."
Concubine Sun slowly closed her eyes. "I have already sacrificed enough for the Duke's Mansion. This time, I must take my own life into my own hands."
She didn't want to support her cousin, let alone become someone else's stepping stone.
The Duke's Mansion did not support her in adopting the child in Wu Baolin's belly, but they still had some extravagant hope. They wanted to send a woman from the Sun family into the palace in the future to give birth to an heir with the Sun family's blood. At that time, the Duke's Mansion would support her with all its strength.
But Concubine Sun didn't want to fulfill their wish.
She married into the prince's palace for the Duke's Mansion, and now that her appearance has been ruined, she has become an abandoned child. Should she sacrifice her last bit of value to praise others?
When Concubine Sun thought about someone else from the Sun family entering the palace and she would have to take the trouble to support her and help her gain favor or decide her life or death, she vomited blood in her throat.
She doesn't want to!
After seeing Madam Sun off, Concubine Sun sat in her own palace for half the night.
Finally, she made a decision and turned her eyes to Wu Baolin's belly.
The emperor has made her suffer so much, isn't it too much to compensate her with a son?
Now that she has a son, the emperor will never give a high position to anyone else sent into the palace by the Duke's Mansion.
Lowly concubines were not even worthy of raising their own children.
By then, both of them will have children. Who will the Duke's Mansion support?
Now she is in a dilemma. When the situation changes in the future, it depends on what choice the Duke's Mansion will make.
This time, the Queen showed mercy and allowed the families of the ladies in the palace to visit their relatives, which greatly eased the atmosphere in the harem.
When the visit was over, the harem was unprecedentedly peaceful.
Of course, it is also because all the people who can make noise are gone, and the remaining ones either dare not make noise or do not like to make noise.
As the Chinese New Year was approaching, the Queen had to take care of all the harem affairs and could not afford to be sick every now and then, so she had to force herself to take charge, and Xie Run also started to get busy.
On this day, Xie Run had just finished dealing with the matters arranged by the Queen and was preparing to take people to the pavilion in the center of the lake to enjoy the snow and make tea.
Lady Lu came over excitedly, holding a hand warmer. "Sister Xie, have you heard the news?"
Xie Run asked curiously, "What news?"