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Chapter 610: Winning Over (I)

Jiang Shaohua didn't respond to this and slowly ate the steamed bun in his hand.

Concubine Fan was a little embarrassed.

However, it was a rare opportunity to win over Jiang Shaohua, and she would never let it go. In her opinion, Jiang Shaohua was extremely ambitious about government affairs and was determined to gain power. What she was going to say next would surely impress Jiang Shaohua.

Concubine Fan Gui adjusted her expression, revealing a sad look, and lowered her voice: "The princess saved my life and my son's life. I am so grateful in my heart, and I will definitely repay the princess."

"Prince Ping is young and ignorant. When he inherits the throne in the future, he will need someone to assist him in government affairs. As long as the princess is willing to stay in the capital, no one can compete with her for the position of assistant. We, mother and son, will fully support the princess."

As he spoke, he tugged at Jiang Hao's sleeve and said, "Hao'er, quickly tell your cousin to stay in the palace forever."

Jiang Hao was eating his steamed bun so enthusiastically that he didn't hear what his mother was saying. He nodded randomly, took a big bite of the bun, and then choked.

Concubine Fan Gui: “…”

Jiang Shaohua, who was watching coldly, quickly reached out and patted Jiang Hao's back hard. Jiang Hao coughed a few times and spit out a large piece of steamed bun, and finally he was able to breathe smoothly.

Jiang Shaohua said calmly: "Don't be anxious, eat your meal slowly, one mouthful at a time. Eat as much as you can. Otherwise you will choke or get too full."

There is something else behind his words.

Jiang Hao didn't understand, but Concubine Fan Gui was very sensitive and understood it immediately. She felt a burning sensation behind her ears from the ridicule, and subconsciously tightened her grip on Jiang Hao's hand.

Jiang Shaohua glanced at him and reminded him lightly: "The concubine's grip was too strong and it hurt Prince Ping."

Concubine Fan Gui came to her senses and let go.

Jiang Hao's left hand was free again, and he happily picked up the steamed bun. He had choked just now, so this time he slowed down and ate it in small bites.

Jiang Shaohua praised softly: "Although King Ping is slow to react, he has a clear mind and is willing to listen to advice. He is much better than those arrogant and self-righteous people."

Concubine Fan Gui refused to take it personally and followed Jiang Shaohua's words and said, "The princess is right. Prince Ping is a filial, obedient and sensible child. He will treat anyone who is truly kind to him well. He has always liked the princess, so the princess should treat him as her own brother in the future."

After all the twists and turns, Jiang Shaohua still has to assist Jiang Hao wholeheartedly.

Of course, Concubine Fan Gui said this with an attitude of congratulation. The imperial power is so great, who doesn't want to stand beside the dragon throne and hold the power? No matter how powerful Jiang Shaohua is, she is a woman after all, and there will be many obstacles if she wants to stand in that position. Her attitude with Prince Heping is crucial.

Jiang Shaohua understood the thoughts of Concubine Fan Gui, and responded casually: "After some time, the princes will enter the palace one after another. It is hard to say what the situation will be like in the future. Whether I stay in the capital or not depends on the future situation. Concubine, don't be anxious to make a promise, just wait and see."

Concubine Fan's heart tightened, and her tone was a little hurried: "The father and son of Prince Dongping conspired for treason and bribed Doctor Ji to murder the emperor. This is a capital crime that requires the execution of the entire family. Prince Huaiyang and Prince Wu'an may have secretly participated in this matter and are suspected of conspiracy. When they arrive in the capital, they should be carefully interrogated."

Concubine Fan Gui was not stupid at all and saw clearly the crisis facing Prince Ping.

The age of King Ping is not a major problem. There have been many young emperors who ascended the throne. The biggest problem for King Ping is that he is not smart enough to govern. If the ministers want to support an adult prince of the royal family as the emperor, the Prince of Huaiyang and the Prince of Wu'an are ready-made candidates. However, Jiang Shaohua, no matter how powerful she is, is naturally excluded from the candidates for the throne because of her female body. It can also be said that whoever can win the support of Jiang Shaohua will have a much greater chance of ascending the throne.

Concubine Fan was anxious to win over and show goodwill, because she wanted to gain Jiang Shaohua's support before Prince Huaiyang and Prince Wu'an entered the palace, so as to gain the greatest support for Prince Ping.

Jiang Shaohua glanced at Concubine Fan Gui, and the coldness in that glance made Concubine Fan Gui feel uneasy.

"It's okay to eat one more mouthful of rice, but don't talk too much." Jiang Shaohua's voice was cold: "Treason is a serious crime, there must be real evidence, how can you just talk nonsense. If the concubine's words get out and force the Prince of Huaiyang or the Prince of Wu'an to rebel, then the Daliang Dynasty will be caught in internal strife before the new emperor is established. By then, people's hearts will be in turmoil, foreign enemies will be everywhere, and the country will be unstable. Can the concubine bear this responsibility?"

After hearing this series of accusations, Concubine Fan Gui turned pale and trembled like a white flower swaying in the wind: "I... I just said it casually. I definitely didn't mean to frame the Prince of Huaiyang and the Prince of Wu'an."

Jiang Shaohua said coldly: "Please don't say such absurd words again, Concubine Dowager."

Concubine Fan Gui was completely at a disadvantage and could only nod in agreement.

Changning Earl Cui Du, who was easily ignored when staying next to Jiang Shaohua, ate steamed buns and gave his wife a thumbs up in his heart.

The tongue is as sharp as an arrow, majestic and domineering!
At this moment, a royal guard came in hurriedly and reported: "My Lady, the Prince of Dongping and his son have been escorted through the city gate. They will be at the palace in less than two hours."

Concubine Fan was startled and looked quickly at Jiang Shaohua.

Jiang Shaohua looked calm and first instructed the people around him to deliver a letter to Empress Dowager Zheng.

This kind of calmness and composure in the face of adversity is something that cannot be learned.

Concubine Fan Gui saw this and felt a little envious. Then she looked at her silly son who only knew how to eat steamed buns and sighed deeply in her heart.

This sadness was quickly suppressed by her. No matter what, her son was the most noble Jiang bloodline in the world. He was the legitimate heir to the throne. Whether he was young or a fool, the throne belonged to King Ping. No one could take it away.

She wanted to keep the throne for her son. Even if she had to be humble and win over Jiang Shaohua, and promise countless benefits, she was willing to do so.

……

At midnight, Prince Dongping and his son were escorted into the emperor's mourning hall.

The Prince of Dongping, who was in his fifties, was originally strong and healthy and didn't look old at all. Now he was tossed around by the prisoner cart all the way, his hair was messy and his face was gloomy. Fortunately, he changed into a clean white robe before entering the palace. But this couldn't cover up the sour smell.

The Prince of Dongping was even worse than the Prince of Dongping. He probably resisted when he was captured and was severely beaten. Now he walks with a limp and has large bruises on his head and face.

After the father and son entered the mourning hall, they were greeted by the angry gazes of the ministers.

The young Emperor Taihe, despite his many shortcomings, was still considered a good emperor. But now he was killed by this father and son, and the world of Daliang collapsed.

Empress Dowager Zheng was even more angry and gnashed her teeth as she ordered: "Bring them here, father and son, and kill them in front of the emperor's coffin!"