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Coming out of the Ministry of Works, a cool breeze unique to autumn blew over me.

Chen Jinyu felt a little cold and turned to look at the princess: "It's too late tonight, the palace gate has been locked for a long time. Is the princess still returning to the palace?"

Jiang Shaohua hummed: "Of course I have to go back. There will be a small court meeting tomorrow morning."

This energy and overwhelming sense of responsibility made Zheng Chen, who had been busy for most of the day, silent.

Jiang Shaohua's visit to Beijing this time was beyond his expectations. While he was shocked, he was also silently guessing Jiang Shaohua's intentions.

Now it seems that Jiang Shaohua is actually fully supporting and assisting Emperor Taihe. In the process, he naturally gained the emperor's trust and some authority, and his prestige and power were established little by little.

A woman who is so ambitious for power, does she want to be regent in the future?

Or do you have greater ambitions, to become the Queen of Daliang?
It's really no wonder that Zheng Chen is suspicious. The 18-year-old Emperor Taihe has not yet married. After the three-year mourning period is over next year, the selection of concubines will be officially held for the wedding. Jiang Shaohua's father is a son-in-law, otherwise, Jiang Shaohua today should be Lu Shaohua. In terms of blood relationship, she is absolutely qualified to be the Queen of Daliang.

If Jiang Shaohua wants to follow the path of Empress Dowager Zheng, there is indeed room for maneuver.

As for the feelings of Emperor Taihe towards Jiang Shaohua, how much is brother-sister love, and how much is a man's admiration and love for a young girl? Brothers and sisters of the same clan are taboos, but for the emperor, as long as he has this heart, all taboos are not real problems.

Zheng Chen rode his horse to the palace gate in silence and showed his badge. General Liu, who was guarding the palace gate, unlocked it and the group entered.

"It's too late today, the emperor should have gone to bed." Jiang Shaohua said: "I will go back to Jingyang Palace to rest, and go to see the emperor early tomorrow morning to report the progress of the Ministry of Works."

Zheng Chen looked at Jiang Shaohua deeply and said, "Maybe the emperor has been waiting for the princess to return to the palace."

Jiang Shaohua raised his eyebrows slightly, looked at Zheng Chen for a moment, and then said calmly: "The emperor is in poor health and should not stay up late or work hard. He should have gone to bed long ago, why would he wait for me to return to the palace? Zheng Sheren is the emperor's confidant, and he should know the principle that he can eat whatever he wants but cannot say whatever he wants."

Zheng Chen also had a calm expression: "You can't say anything careless, but no one can control what people think. The princess can make things happen in the palace, and now she is stirring up trouble in the six ministries. Everyone is watching. You really need to be extra careful in what you say and do to avoid rumors."

Jiang Shaohua said coldly: "This princess and the emperor are cousins. I share the emperor's worries out of brotherly love. People who think too much and worry too much have dirty thoughts in their hearts, and everything they see is dirty."

Zheng Chen was so angry after being scolded that he whispered, "Jiang Shaohua, being overconfident is not a good thing. It's not uncommon for the goddess to have no intention and the king to have a dream. If you want to go back to your Nanyang County, you have to be more cautious about some things."

Jiang Shaohua raised the corner of his mouth sarcastically: "Isn't it just what you want that I can't go back to Nanyang County? I came to the capital, didn't you think that I would never leave again?"

Zheng Chen: "..."

Before Zheng Chen became angry and embarrassed, Jiang Shaohua had already turned and headed towards Jingyang Palace.

Zheng Chen took a few deep breaths in the autumn breeze, then walked back to the Showa Hall.

Emperor Taihe had indeed gone to bed and did not wait for Jiang Shaohua to come back.

Zheng Chen secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

……

The next morning, Jiang Shaohua came to Showa Hall.

Actually, Jiang Shaohua had never been alone with Emperor Taihe. Every time, there was either a secretary or an eunuch waiting on him.

This morning, several Zhongshu Sheren were present. Jiang Shaohua recounted his trip to the Ministry of Works yesterday: "... With someone watching, the Ministry of Works is much more efficient. Most of the discussions were already held yesterday, and the results should come out today."

Emperor Taihe looked through the records made by Zheng Chen and was quite satisfied: "Thank you, cousin Shaohua." Jiang Shaohua said casually: "Zheng Sheren recorded for most of the day yesterday, it was really hard work. Let's change someone today!"

Emperor Taihe nodded: "Wang Sheren will follow you."

Zheng Chen naturally did not want to be replaced, and he cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty, there is no need to replace me. I can handle it. Besides, the Empress Dowager will also need me to report back. I have to go to the Ministry of Works in person to keep an eye on it."

Jiang Shaohua interrupted with a smile: "Let Wang Sheren go! Wang Sheren is Prime Minister Wang's beloved son. When Minister Zhou meets Wang Sheren, he will be less resistant and the job will be done more smoothly."

Emperor Taihe weighed the pros and cons for a moment and said, "According to your suggestion, I will let Wang Sheren accompany you today."

Zheng Chen: "..."

Why do they all want to be the emperor's close minister and favorite?
This is the biggest advantage. Being close to the emperor, always by his side, you can understand his intentions and influence his mind.

In the past, Jiang Shaohua was in Nanyang County, and she wrote letters from time to time, but distant water could not quench nearby thirst. Now, she is in the Zhaohe Palace, and her influence on Emperor Taihe is really amazing.

Zheng Chen was unhappy, but Wang Jin, who was chosen to accompany them, was very happy.

Jiang Shaohua is in the capital, but the engagement is proceeding in an orderly manner. The Nanyang Palace has already made an engagement with the Cui family of Boling, and the Earl of Changning will marry into the Nanyang Palace.

Fortunately, the wedding date is three years later.

Three years is a long time. Maybe something unexpected will happen and the marriage will be in vain. He still has a chance.

……

On this day, Jiang Shaohua did not leave the Ministry of Works until midnight.

Wang Jin wrote for half a day and a whole night, and his wrist was almost broken. Although he was physically tired, his spirit was full and happy: "The princess is really amazing. With such a watchful eye, the efficiency of the Ministry of Works has increased by more than five times."

Jiang Shaohua smiled and said, "I don't understand the affairs of the Ministry of Industry, and this is all I can do."

Wang Jin smiled and said, "It is already remarkable that you can do all this. Recently, I have observed the actions of the princess and have devoted myself to learning, and have gained a lot."

After a pause, he whispered again: "This person, Minister Zhou, may not be pleasing to the eye in what he says and does, but he is really capable. He is a real expert in river management."

Jiang Shaohua hummed: "It is because he has some ability that I want to give him some face."

Wang Jin smiled and flattered her without leaving any trace: "The princess is well versed in the ways of the upper echelons, and has a good grasp of people's hearts and minds. I admire her very much."

Regardless of the past relationship, Jiang Shaohua felt more comfortable with Wang Jin at the moment. At least, Wang Jin would not be jealous and was particularly respectful and polite to her.

Jiang Shaohua smiled slightly, turned around and was about to speak, when he suddenly caught a glimpse of a cold light coming at him from the corner of his eye.

Jiang Shaohua's heart trembled, and he reacted very quickly. He twisted his waist sideways, and kicked Wang Jin to the ground while leaning down. His right hand quickly grabbed Chen Jinyu. Chen Jinyu staggered and almost fell, and a cold light flashed past him.

"There are assassins!"

Song Yuan's scream and roar rang out from behind: "Protect the princess!" (End of this chapter)