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Chapter 4 004 The Harem Must Not Interfere in Politics
After leaving the Hall of Mental Cultivation, Empress Wu Ying rode in her phoenix carriage to the outside of the Emperor's bedroom.

In the past, she could enter the emperor's palace without any hindrance.

Because the imperial guards stationed inside and outside the palace all knew that she, the empress of the Great Zhou Dynasty, was practically half an emperor.

No one dared to disobey or prevent her from seeing the Emperor.

But today, she was stopped by guards outside her palace as soon as she stepped off the imperial carriage.

"How dare you! Don't you know this is the Empress? Get out of my way right now!"

One of the eunuchs beside Wu Ying immediately stepped forward and loudly reprimanded him.

He was Wei Zhong, the chief eunuch serving Emperor Wu Ying. His status rose steadily after the two emperors, Wu Ying and Emperor Wu Ying, took over the court.

He became the second most powerful figure in the inner court after Zhang De and Zhao Gao, and sometimes even wielded more power than Zhang De and Zhao Gao.

It can be said that he was very powerful and imposing.

"No one may enter without the Emperor's decree."

The guard said coldly, completely ignoring Wei Zhong's unpleasant expression.

Perhaps the Imperial Guards would be mindful of Empress Wu Ying's status and position, but they wouldn't.

Because they were the Bingzhou Wolf Cavalry.

They were loyal only to the emperor.

"presumptuous."

Wei Zhong was furious that a mere guard would dare to disregard his master, the Empress.

He was about to step forward and make a move, but was stopped by a look from Empress Wu Ying.

It was only then that Wu Ying realized that the guards inside and outside the palace had been changed. They were no longer the imperial guards, but unfamiliar soldiers wearing black wolf armor.

Although their numbers were small, each of them exuded a fierce aura and possessed formidable strength, clearly indicating that they were the elite among elites.

They were much stronger than the Imperial Guards.

Where did these elites come from?
Wu Ying's eyes flickered.

As the Empress of the Great Zhou Dynasty, with two emperors ruling, she had never heard of such an elite force existing in the Great Zhou.

at this time.

Lu Bu came out and waved to the guards, who then let them pass, allowing Empress Wu Ying and the others to enter the palace.

However, when Wu Ying entered the palace, he took a deep look at Lü Bu.

Her intuition told her that this unfamiliar general was dangerous.

Upon entering the palace, Wu Ying immediately saw Emperor Zhou Chen sitting there, seemingly without any signs of illness, reviewing memorials that had not been processed previously.

Wu Ying was slightly taken aback.

When she visited Zhou Chen yesterday, he was still bedridden and appeared to be seriously ill.

How come you've fully recovered today?

And he doesn't look sick at all.

While Wu Ying was surprised, a fleeting expression crossed her face.

"Your Majesty, I greet you." Wu Ying bowed deeply to Zhou Chen.

"The Empress has arrived, no need for formalities!" Zhou Chen put down the memorial and looked at Wu Ying with interest.

He was eager to see what kind of woman this Empress of the Great Zhou Dynasty was who could bewitch his predecessor and make him willingly allow two emperors to rule the court.
Take a look now.

She was indeed a beauty of unparalleled grace and charm, capable of captivating a nation.

No wonder he could bewitch his predecessor so much that she willingly gave him power, allowing the two emperors to rule and handle state affairs.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Wu Ying stood up and walked naturally to Zhou Chen's side, asking with concern, "I heard that Zhang De, that damned dog servant, actually dared to poison Your Majesty. Is Your Majesty alright?"

Zhou Chen shook his head.

"I'm fine."

"On the contrary, I should thank Zhang De properly. If it weren't for his poisoning of me, I wouldn't have recovered my health," Zhou Chen said, glancing meaningfully at Wu Ying.

Upon hearing this, Wu Ying breathed a sigh of relief. "It's good that Your Majesty is alright. I was so worried about you. If anything had happened to you, I... I really wouldn't know what to do."

As Wu Ying finished speaking, he looked as if he was about to cry.

Zhou Chen saw this and sneered inwardly.

It's often said that women are born drama queens.

That's absolutely true!
This martial infant probably wishes he would die sooner, and even put on an expression of concern and worry for him.

They really got into character.

If he weren't no longer the Zhou Chen he once was, he probably would have actually believed this woman's lies. "Alright, alright, I'm fine now, I've fully recovered. You no longer need to handle state affairs for me, just manage the harem."

Zhou Chen waved his hand and said.

what?
Wu Ying was taken aback.

She never expected that Emperor Zhou Chen would suddenly take away her power as regent.

They stopped her from handling state affairs.

How is this possible?

She went to great lengths and finally achieved her current power and status.

How could Zhou Chen just take it back like that?

This is absolutely not okay.

Wu Ying looked at Zhou Chen with tears streaming down her face: "Your Majesty, did I do something wrong?"

"Your Majesty's health has just recovered. If you overwork yourself, I would be guilty even if I were to die a thousand deaths!" Wu Ying said with concern.

Zhou Chen glanced at Wu Ying indifferently: "You did nothing wrong, it was I who was wrong. The harem must not interfere in politics, this is an ancient ancestral rule."

Then, Zhou Chen looked at Wu Ying with an unquestionable expression: "I am not discussing this with you, but informing you that the harem is not allowed to interfere in politics from now on. You just need to manage the harem well."

Upon hearing this, Wu Ying's expression changed drastically: "Your Majesty..."

Zhou Chen waved his hand: "I'm tired, you may leave now!"

Zhou Chen didn't give Wu Ying a chance to speak again and directly told him to leave.

Seeing Zhou Chen's unquestionable attitude, Wu Ying had no choice but to give up, looking unwilling.

"Chen and concubine retire."

Watching Wu Ying's departing figure, Zhou Chen's lips curled into a cold smile.

Do you really think he's still the same indecisive, docile, and filial emperor he used to be?

These tricks are not enough to fight him.

"Wu Ying, Wu Ying, I can take back as much power as I can give you."

"After all, I am the rightful emperor of the Great Zhou."

Zhou Chen muttered to himself.

If he hadn't had some reservations, he would have just stripped this woman of her empress title and arrested her.

If he wasn't mistaken, she was probably the most likely mastermind behind Zhang De.

Because the emperor got into trouble, this woman benefited the most.

But that's not necessarily true; perhaps some people are just looking to reap the benefits without doing anything!
However, it doesn't matter whether this woman is the mastermind behind Zhang De or not.

The important thing is that if he says so, then it is.

……

After Wu Ying left the palace, his unwilling expression immediately disappeared, replaced by a calm demeanor, though his face looked somewhat pale.

She felt that Emperor Zhou Chen had changed.

It has become somewhat unfamiliar and strange.

In the past, as long as she used a few tricks, Emperor Zhou Chen would listen to whatever she said.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have the power to rule as one of the two emperors.

But now, Emperor Zhou Chen not only doesn't buy into her act, but also suddenly wants to take back her power as regent, catching her completely off guard.

Fortunately, she has now gained enough power, and it won't be so easy for her to take back her power as regent with just a word.

Furthermore, the emperor Zhou Chen's sudden and complete recovery also made her suspicious.

Yesterday he was bedridden with a serious illness, but today he is fully recovered.

This is almost impossible.

Even the best remedy wouldn't work that fast.

Moreover, Emperor Zhou Chen had been frail and sickly since childhood, and despite consuming countless precious medicinal herbs, he had not fully recovered.

How could he possibly recover completely in such a short time?
But just now, judging from his complexion, he didn't seem to be sick.

Is it a last gasp?
Wu Ying's eyes flickered, and he turned to his personal maid, Wan'er, and whispered a few words.

Then he boarded the phoenix carriage.

"Go to Cining Palace."

(End of this chapter)