Selling wife for fame? Kick out the scumbag and marry the new emperor to enjoy the harem of favors

Chapter 38: There are also gains
Facing Zhao Xingjin's displeased gaze, Xie Jiu calmly saluted.

"I know that the emperor summoned me today because he was thinking of me. I am very grateful to the emperor."

"You know the truth, but you still want to stir up trouble. Do you think taking risks for a palace maid can satisfy your so-called kindness?"

Zhao Xingjin raised his chin slightly, a cold light flashing in his phoenix eyes.

These words were quite serious. Xie Jiu couldn't help but frowned slightly, then said calmly.

"Your Majesty, I'm not being kindhearted. I'm simply protecting her. Qinlan belongs to Princess Wenxi. I see how much she relies on and loves her. Qinlan is definitely not someone who would harm anyone. Today, the princess came to me crying. I know that if even a teacher like me refuses to help her, I'm afraid that in this huge palace, no one will be able to warm the princess' heart again. Does Your Majesty want to watch the princess lose her sense of security at such a young age and grow up curled up?"

Her question made Yang Zhian, who was standing next to the imperial sedan chair, gasp.

My goodness, are you questioning the emperor?

As expected, Zhao Xingjin's face quickly turned gloomy.

He sneered, "You mean, my daughter can't grow up well without a little palace maid? I, as a father, can't give her a sense of security? Xie, don't take yourself too seriously."

"I don't dare."

Xie Jiu lowered his eyes and bowed respectfully.

"Your Majesty, you are well aware of my experience, so I can naturally discern it better. Your Majesty loves Princess Wenxi, but you are a man after all. Your fatherly love is like a solid wall and armor to the princess. Although it can protect the princess from harm, it lacks softness and warmth. The princess is still a child, she also needs a warm embrace and companionship day and night. Without these, the princess can still grow up safely, but she will easily grow into a girl who lacks warmth."

Having said that, Xie Jiu raised his eyes again and met Zhao Xingjin's eyes.

"I was indeed impulsive in my actions today, but I simply cannot ignore the princess's tears and requests for help. She is the emperor's child and my student. Even if I may say something disrespectful, I still consider the princess my own child. So even if I had to do it over again, I would save Qinlan for the princess."

After she said this, she clenched the handkerchief in her hand and pursed her red lips, showing stubbornness and nervousness, but her waist was straight and her eyes did not avoid, appearing frank and sincere.

On the imperial carriage, Zhao Xingjin took in the expression of the woman in front of him. After a while, he took a deep breath, and the gloom on his face slowly receded.

"Okay, it's hot outside, let's go back to the palace first."

After he finished speaking, he closed his eyes and leaned back, as if he was tired.

But Yang Zhian, who knew him very well, knew that the emperor had calmed down.

My heart finally settled down.

He was also afraid. If the emperor was unhappy, he would be the easiest person to be used as a punching bag because he was serving him closely. So he hoped that Zhao Xingjin would be in a good mood more than anyone else.

At the same time, he secretly gave Xie Jiu a thumbs up in his heart.

He is courageous and good at speaking. If he doesn't think things through and the emperor gets even more angry, who knows what will happen next.

Yang Zhian narrowed his eyes, feeling more and more that once Xie Jiu entered the palace, there would be a lot of fun to watch.

At the same time, Xie Jiu watched the imperial sedan chair go away, and then she quietly set off, following behind at a close distance.

"Miss." Qingfang called out worriedly.

Xie Jiu patted her hand soothingly, "It's okay, you did a great job today, thank you for your hard work."

Fortunately, she was careful and split her troops into two groups, sending Qingfang to Changle Palace to check the situation. Otherwise, Qinlan might not have been saved with just a few words.

But in fact, this is not easy. After all, her current identity is just Princess Wenxi's teacher. Asking Qingfang to rush to Changle Palace to search may not be enough. Qingfang's smooth progress is actually due to Qinlan's kindness to others. Most people in Changle Palace are willing to help her.

Therefore, Qin Lan's rescue was due to her own good karma. Her actions today were indeed a bit impulsive, but they were not completely without reward. For example, Princess Wenxi would undoubtedly have a stronger affection for her, and Qin Lan, needless to say, this laid a good foundation for her future entry into the palace and her successful adoption as Princess Wenxi's mother.

Yes, Xie Jiu had already thought about raising a child. After all, a concubine with children would be different, but she was not sure whether she would have her own children, so it would be okay to adopt one.

Furthermore, Xie Jiu could see that although Zhao Xingjin was not a meticulous and considerate father, he still truly loved his offspring, which was why she said that just now.

And it was obviously effective. Zhao Xingjin's opinion of her must have improved a little, otherwise he would not have calmed down.

Finally, the Queen intended to harm her. She has now discovered it, so she will be more cautious in the future. Although today's matter has been resolved, the real murderer, the Queen, has not been dug out, so Xie Jiu will not give up investigating this matter.

Since we didn't kill her, we must be prepared for her counterattack.

Xie Jiu lowered his eyes, calculating the time when the Queen Mother would return to the palace, and already had a plan.

Chengming Hall.

She thought Zhao Xingjin would not want to talk to her today, but she did not expect that she was called to the main hall as soon as she arrived.

"Your Majesty." Xie Jiu saluted and carefully looked at the other person's expression.

She didn't know what the other party wanted to do at this moment, so she had to be cautious.

What if this moody guy changes his mind on the way back?

"Why are you so reserved now?" Zhao Xingjin looked at her, picked up the teacup beside him and took a sip. "Where's the energy you had when you were talking to me just now?"

It seems that it's okay to be able to tease people.

Xie Jiu made a quick judgment in his mind, then showed a somewhat flattering smile on his face, and slowly moved two steps towards Zhao Xingjin.

"I'm being obedient now. I'm afraid the emperor will be angry."

Zhao Xingjin snorted coldly, obviously not buying it.

Xie Jiu continued to move forward slowly. "Your Majesty is still angry? I apologize to Your Majesty. It was my fault today that things became so complicated. Your Majesty is magnanimous and please don't hold my fault against me, okay?"

The combination of soft and hard tactics is applicable at any time. Just now, you confronted the other party head-on with your head held high. Now, while the other party's mentality has changed, it is time to soften it and act coquettishly to please him.

"How dare I be angry with you? You are so powerful." Zhao Xingjin was still sarcastic.

Xie Jiu was not afraid. She just stared at the teacup in his hand and said, "The emperor said he was not angry, but I have not even been able to get a cup of tea since I came in. I went out of the palace today and came back after a long time. I am almost exhausted."

As she spoke, her face showed a hint of grievance and fatigue, and it was obvious that she was tired.

Originally, Zhao Xingjin was no longer angry about what happened just now. He just wanted to calm down his anger by scolding Xie Jiu. So after hearing what she said, he backed down.

"Yang Zhian, serve tea."

"Thank you for the reward, Your Majesty." Xie Jiu curled his lips and smiled.

After taking the teacup handed to him by Yang Zhian, he finally sat down in the empty seat next to him.

Then, Zhao Xingjin asked, "Did you see your father when you left the palace today?"

(End of this chapter)