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Chapter 349 Where Did You Go?
Rong Zheng's slender eyelash feathers trembled, and he lowered his head without saying a word.

Song Qinghuan knew that she was struggling in her heart, so she didn't speak, but calmly took a sip of the wine in the glass, her eyes darkened.

The relationship is a matter for both parties. No matter how much she contributes to the flames, it is better for the two of them to have an open and honest talk.Rong Zheng feels that his physical condition is not worthy of Mu Bai, but Mu Bai also feels that his identity is not worthy of Rong Zheng. In fact, there are so many things like feelings that are worthy or not. As long as both parties like each other, These problems can all be solved.

But the key is whether they are willing to work together to solve it.

And this is something I can't help even if I want to.

Rongzheng was silent for a while, then slowly raised his eyes, his expression became more bitter, "Ah Huan, I thought about it, but I still can't."

Song Qinghuan was taken aback, and repeated in a daze, "You don't want to clarify the problem with Mu Bai?"

Rongzheng twitched the corners of his lips, his eyes dimmed, "If I said this to him rashly, he would definitely be able to sense my feelings for him. Since the two of us can't be together in the end, I... don't want to burden him."

Song Qinghuan was surprised, staring at Rongzheng blankly, not knowing how to speak for a moment.

She was right, according to Mubai's temperament, if she knew about Rongzheng's condition, she might feel more pity for her, and she would never retreat because of it.However, although Rong Zheng's starting point is for Mu Bai's good, has she ever thought that perhaps in Mu Bai's view, her act of unilaterally cutting off this affection is not what he wants?
"Azheng..." Song Qinghuan pursed her lips, not knowing where to persuade her.

Rong Zheng smiled faintly at her, and interrupted her words, "A Huan, I know you are doing it for my own good, but I have made up my mind about this matter, so you don't need to persuade me anymore." After a pause, she lowered her eyebrows, The tone became more and more bitter, "You should not tell him about my condition."

If Mu Bai knew about her illness, perhaps something would happen instead.Now that the decision has been made, there is no need to add to his burden.The two of them haven't made it clear yet, as long as she treats Mu Bai a little colder, he...will eventually retreat in the end.

Song Qinghuan sighed heavily.

She knew that although Rong Zheng looked fragile, he had an extremely tough character in his bones. Now that she had made a decision on this matter, no matter how much she persuaded her, it would be of no avail. She could only wait for her to think about it slowly. pass.

"I see." She replied deeply.

"Sorry, I made you worry." Rong Zheng smiled apologetically, seeing that the wine cup in front of her was empty, she reached out to pick up the wine pot to fill it up for her, and was about to pour a glass for herself, but Song Qinghuan reached out and snatched the glass away.

"Azheng, you need to take care of your body. Drinking alcohol is not suitable for you. You should drink tea."

As he spoke, he picked up the teapot beside him and poured her a cup of tea.

A light flickered in Rong Zheng's eyes, and he gave a soft "hmm" in a nasal voice, holding the teacup with both hands.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a little depressed for a while, Song Qinghuan hurriedly raised his tone, "Okay, let's not talk about this, the food is cold, let's eat first."

"Okay." Rong Zheng took a deep breath, adjusted his emotions, and started eating with Song Qinghuan.

Both of them deliberately didn't bring up the matter anymore, they only talked about the family life, and the meal was quite leisurely.

After dinner, Song Qinghuan said, "You went to Tianning Temple and woke up early, I won't keep you, go back and have a rest."

"Okay." Rong Zheng nodded.

"Come on, I'll take you back first."

The two walked out of the inner room, Mu Bai and others in the outer room had already finished eating, seeing them coming out, they got up and saluted.

Song Qinghuan said "Yes", looked at Mu Bai and said, "Let's go, let's take Azheng back first."

"Yes." Mu Bai agreed, his eyes seemed to inadvertently flicker across Rong Zheng's face, but Rong Zheng didn't look sideways, with a calm expression, as if he didn't notice his gaze.

Mu Bai's heart was a little astringent, he lowered his head, his eyes dimmed a bit.

Song Qinghuan watched from the side, and sighed inaudibly.

After sending Rongzheng back to Rong's residence, and waving goodbye to her, Song Qinghuan ordered Mu Bai to return directly to the residence.

Along the way, Song Qinghuan didn't speak, just leaned on the soft pillow and closed his eyes to rest.

Liu Yue glanced at her carefully, as if she wanted to say something, but seeing the tiredness in her eyes, she finally shut up.

The carriage quickly arrived at King Han's Mansion.

Song Qinghuan slowly opened her eyes, just as she saw Shen Xing looking towards her, she whispered, "Your Highness, we're here."

Song Qinghuan let out a "hmm" and lifted the curtain to get out of the car.She breathed a sigh of relief, nodded towards Mu Bai, turned around and was about to walk towards the mansion, but was suddenly stopped by Mu Bai behind him, "Young Madam."

Song Qinghuan turned around, "What's wrong?"

Mu Bai took a step forward, lowered his voice, a little hesitant, "Young Madam, Miss Rong...is she alright?"

Song Qinghuan raised her eyes, her clear eyes fell on his face, she slightly opened her lips, "What's wrong?"

Mubai's ears turned red, and his tone stammered a bit, "No...it's nothing...this subordinate just feels...that Miss Rong seems to be a little bit wrong today."

Song Qinghuan sighed inaudibly.

She knew that Mu Bai must have mustered up a lot of courage to ask this question, but she agreed to Rong Zheng, and there are some things that are not easy to tell him.

Nodded, "She's fine, you don't have to worry."

Hearing the words "you don't have to worry", Mu Bai's ears turned redder, and he responded without further questions, bowing his head and stepping aside.

Song Qinghuan sighed in his heart, and brought Liuyue Shenxing into the mansion.

*
That night.

The stars are colorful and the moon is dark.

Emperor Zhao's sleeping hall was still brightly lit. Emperor Zhao sat at the head, and a man dressed in a brocade uniform was kneeling under him, with a solemn and solemn expression.

"You said... Concubine Han went out for a stroll around the mansion today?" Emperor Zhao opened his mouth with dark eyes.

"Yes." Jin Yiwei said in a deep voice.

"Where did you go?"

"Concubine Han first went to the spice shop Chenxiang Pavilion in the city, then went to jewelry shops, fabric shops and other shops, and bought a lot of things."

"Can you find out what she bought?" Emperor Zhao frowned.

Jin Yiwei responded, "My subordinates have sent people to check. The things that Princess Han bought are all things for young women." Unwitting situation.

Emperor Zhao's eyes were deep.

The items used by the young woman, that is to say, were not bought for Concubine Xiao.The new year is coming soon, maybe she just bought some new year goods.

Thinking of this, my heart became anxious again, "Is there anything else?"

"On the way back to the mansion, Concubine Han met the second lady of the Rong mansion, and invited her to come back and live with her for lunch."

"Rong Mansion?" Emperor Zhao's expression froze, "Which Rong Mansion?"

"The residence of Rongyan, a family of medicine."

Emperor Zhao's eyes suddenly turned cold.

Rong Yan, if he remembers correctly, Rong Yan's younger sister was the wife of the former Great General Murong Xiu, and she had good friends with Ling Yi when she was alive!

Could it be that Ling Yi is currently hiding in the Rong Mansion?

Thinking of this possibility, his cold eyes suddenly lit up, but when he suddenly thought of something, his face darkened again in an instant.

Back then when Murong He's family was imprisoned for treason, Rong's family immediately severed their relationship with Rong Yan's younger sister in order to avoid being implicated. The ruthless and bold methods surprised even him.I only sigh that it is really a merchant's family, and the way of doing things is really cold and cold-blooded.

Then, would such a cautious Rong family really risk the lives of the whole family to take in Concubine Xiao?
Frowning fiercely, he asked again, "Can you find out why Princess Han is on good terms with the second young lady of the Rong family?"

Jin Yiwei nodded, his tone still gloomy, "Second Miss of the Rong family is very good at making fragrances, and she is in charge of the Chenxiang Pavilion, a spice shop under the Rong family's name. Princess Han met the Second Miss of the Rong family when she went to the Chenxiang Pavilion. The two became acquainted with each other. Today, when Princess Han leaves the mansion, she seems to be looking for her from the beginning."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Zhao fell into deep thought.

So, is it because I think too much?Since the two of them had known each other for a long time, it seemed that it had nothing to do with Ling Yi's disappearance.

Gritting his teeth bitterly, anger welled up in his heart again.

After searching for so long, I don't even have the slightest clue!What a ghost!

It is impossible for Concubine Xiao to disappear out of thin air, but looking at the appearance of Shen Chuhan and Song Qinghuan, there is no flaw at all. What went wrong?Could it be that this matter really has nothing to do with them?
He raised his head angrily, "Has the search started on the outskirts of the city?"

Jin Yiwei nodded, "When you return to the emperor, the search has already begun, but the people in the suburbs live scattered, and it may take some time to complete the investigation."

"Send more people! We must find out for you as soon as possible!" Emperor Zhao gritted his teeth and commanded sharply, with dark eyes welling up in his eyes.

Jin Yiwei's expression froze, and he hurriedly lowered his head in response.

"Let me keep an eye on the outside of Prince Han's mansion, don't let go of any suspiciousness!" Emperor Zhao's eyes flashed a cold light, and the fingers hanging beside him were tightly clenched into fists.

Regardless of whether Ling Yi's disappearance has anything to do with Jun Shu, but he is Ling Yi's closest person in this world. When the limelight passes, Ling Yi will definitely go to him.

"Yes." Jin Yiwei replied in a deep voice, seeing that Emperor Zhao had no other orders, he bowed and retreated.

Emperor Zhao's eyes were heavy, he slowly exhaled the turbidity in his heart, and sat down on the seat, with a look of despair and madness in his eyes.

Ling Yi, where did you go? !
You have disappointed me too much, it seems that I have indulged you too much!

Emperor Zhao clenched his fists tightly, and the veins burst out on the back of his hand.If Xiao Lingyi could be found this time, he thought, he would not be kind to her again!
*
The weather is getting colder day by day, with the north wind blowing, and New Year's Eve is approaching.

Because the whereabouts of Concubine Xiao Gui has not been found, Emperor Zhao's temperament became more and more violent and manic, and he vented his anger on the servants at every turn. Get up cautiously, for fear that you will offend Emperor Zhao if you are not careful.

Although Wang Xi is an insider, there is nothing he can do.

If Concubine Xiao was not found for a day, Emperor Zhao's anger would not subside for a day.As a slave, he has no other choice but to pray to Jin Yiwei to bring news of Concubine Xiao as soon as possible.

Because of this, apart from the political affairs that had to be dealt with, Emperor Zhao became less concerned about other things, and even skipped the palace banquet that would have been held every New Year's Eve.

When the news got out, the others were fine, but one person was very unwilling——

Queen Xue Ying.

In previous years, the palace banquets on New Year's Eve were all organized by the empress herself, which was undoubtedly an affirmation of her status in the palace.But this year's New Year's Eve palace banquet, if you say you can't do it, you won't do it, and the queen will inevitably have an idea in her heart.

Recently, the Xue family has been struggling more and more in the court. Seeing that the situation of the Xue family is not good, Jun Che deliberately avoids suspicion, as if the original alliance agreement has become a dead letter.

And her life in the harem was not easy.

Emperor Zhao had never been a lustful person, but for some reason, recently he favored many beautiful women who had just entered the palace last year, and left her, the queen of the palace, aside in the cold. How could she not be angry?

Among them, Ruan Sisi, who had just been promoted to Zhaoyi, was the most favored.

Speaking of which, the Ruan family and her Xue family have always been very close. Ruan Jiaming, Ruan Sisi's father, is just a small Beijing official who has always hugged her brother Xue Qi's thigh tightly, so he is not very promising.

Although Ruan Sisi was born in Xiaojiabiyu, she is good-looking and has a pleasant temperament. She and his elder brother's son Xue Yanchen are childhood sweethearts. She thought that Ruan Jiaming planned to marry Ruan Sisi into Xue's family.

Unexpectedly, Ruan Jiaming is not a big official, but he is not small. Last year, the palace called for a draft girl, and Ruan Sisi's name was also included.

Although Xue's family was in full swing in the imperial court, they would not do such a thing of robbing the emperor for a woman, so the marriage between Xue and Ruan's family fell through.

After Ruan Sisi entered the palace, because of her unique personality and elegant appearance, she soon won the favor of Emperor Zhao.Although she was polite and respectful to herself on the surface, the queen always felt that this woman who was only in her twenties must have a lot of ambitions.

The queen raised her head and looked out of the window. There was no moonlight today, not even a trace of starlight, and it was all bleak.

At this time, there were footsteps entering the hall, and when she turned her head, it was Yingluo, her personal maid.

Yingluo hurried up to her and bowed to her.

"How?" The queen raised her eyebrows.

"The servant girl asked the little Fuzi next to the prince, and the little Fuzi said that the emperor is determined not to hold the New Year's Eve palace banquet this time, so that the empress should stop hoping." Yingluo said in a serious tone.

The queen's face darkened.

She had prepared the New Year's Eve palace banquet for more than half a month, but she said she would not do it, did she not take her to heart at all?But the other party is the emperor, so what can she say?

Clenching her five fingers tightly, she looked at Yingluo with a sullen expression, "Did you ask why the emperor is in a bad mood recently?"

Emperor Zhao was in a bad mood, which anyone with a discerning eye could see, but why Emperor Zhao was in a bad mood, except for his few palace servants who served him, almost no one knew.

At first, the queen thought that Emperor Zhao was troubled by political affairs, so she sent someone to ask her father and elder brother, but she didn't expect that it was not the case.

Besides that, what else made him so angry?
Yingluo shook her head.

The queen bit her lip and asked again, "Where has the emperor been staying recently?"

"Returning to the empress, the emperor has been staying in his own palace recently, and has not summoned the concubines in the harem."

The queen was taken aback, her brows furrowed involuntarily, and she sensitively sensed something was wrong.

The last time Emperor Zhao was so violent was when that woman died. For Emperor Zhao, what else could make him so furious?

She stared blankly at the dark night outside the window, and fell into the memories of the past.

She knew that Emperor Zhao didn't like her all the time, and the reason why she was appointed queen was only due to the influence of the Xue family.Especially after he knew that he had poisoned his beloved woman, he never had a good face towards himself.

Even though he would come to his bedroom to spend the night for a few days as usual every month, the queen knew very well that even when he was in bed, his heart was never with her. Every time she lay under him, she looked at him with empty eyes Seeing him taking the ambiguous love between men and women as a task, her heart was bleeding.

If one day the Xue family collapsed, the first person he would deal with would probably be himself.

But she doesn't regret it.

If you can't get what you want, then neither can others, even if that person is Emperor Zhao.Xiao Lingyi is dead, she has been dead for a long time, even if Emperor Zhao hated himself, she would not be able to bring her back to life!

There was a vicious look in the queen's eyes, and the corner of her mouth was smiling.

Yingluo was startled, bit her lip, and called out cautiously, "Mom...mother?"

Only then did the empress come back to her senses, her brows and eyes darkened, "I know, the emperor will send someone to keep a close eye on it. If there is any situation, report it immediately."

"Yes." Yingluo agreed with a low eyebrow.

"Serve me and go to bed." The queen said coldly and walked towards the bedroom.

Yingluo hurriedly trotted for two steps and followed.

The cold wind at night leaked in through the gaps in the felt curtain at the entrance of the hall, and passed through the hall, bringing a chill, which made the queen feel cold all over her body.

She rolled up her sleeves, and entered the inner hall with a cold face, her face was as ugly as the night outside the window, gloomy like splashed ink.

(End of this chapter)