Secret agent crossing: Overbearing prince's favorite concubine

Chapter 287 Gu Tao Chen Bing
Chutang bowed to Mo Qingli, knowing that Mo Qingli trusted her, but she still had to abide by the rules in the palace, and said in a low voice: "Your Majesty really takes good care of Concubine Xue."

Indeed, she went to help Shangguan Wenxue manage the Qixia Pavilion with great fanfare just now, punished Yun Yixue to copy the scriptures, and sent Cui Ling to serve Shangguan Wenxue. No concubine in the harem has made Mo Qingli so troublesome. She is too kind to Shangguan Wenxue If it is not the case, Shangguan Wenxue can easily be placed in a place of right and wrong. This is not to protect her, but to harm her.

Mo Qingli said lightly: "Auntie, think about it, this harem is here, if I don't do anything, nothing will happen?"

"Your maidservant knows what your mother wants, but you must have a degree in everything. You only think that Concubine Xue will bring disasters because of your preference, but have you ever thought that if something happens to Concubine Xue, the harem will point the finger at you? Who?" Chutang asked earnestly.

Mo Qingli smiled instead, "Auntie said it too seriously, I just want to take care of Shangguan Wenxue more because of Qianqian's face, anyway, there is the entire Shangguan family behind Shangguan Wenxue, in terms of foundation, she is more I'm much stronger."

"Also." Mo Qingli said slowly, "Instead of letting me face Yun Yixue, it's better to cultivate an opponent to restrain Yun Yixue, so that she won't be staring at me all day looking for trouble."

If this is what Mo Qingli really thinks, Chutang really can't say too much. After all, Mo Qingli is the real master, and what the masters think in their hearts is beyond what the slaves can guess. The empress was sincere, which made Chutang feel more at ease.

Shangguan Wenxue was in Qixia Pavilion, just had dinner, when she saw Cui Ling coming, Cui Ling said with a smile: "My maidservant pays homage to Concubine Xue, and the empress sent my maidservant to serve Concubine Xue in the future."

Shangguan Wenxue was taken aback for a moment, and quickly said: "Why did your mother suddenly make such an arrangement?" You must know that Cui Ling has made a good name in the harem today, and is the capable maid beside Mo Qingli.

Cui Ling smiled and said: "Your Majesty said that Mistress Xuebi is weak, so she thought that this servant could be more capable, so she asked this servant to come and serve Mistress Xue."

Hearing that it was Mo Qingli's order, Shangguan Wenxue's heart felt hot, her eye circles were slightly red, she held Cui Ling's hand and said: "I have already understood how your empress takes care of me, but my position is low. And I don't understand anything, so it's hard for your mother to bother about me, and even make Cui Ling and you come to my place to suffer."

Cui Ling said: "It's best for the empress to understand the painstaking efforts of the empress. The servants will be the servants of the concubine Xue in the future, and the slaves will follow the master. There is no need to endure hardships."

The two little maids beside Shangguan Wenxue were very happy that Cui Ling could come over, because Sister Cui Ling treated them pretty well on weekdays, and she was always like a big sister. Others would not despise her because of this, after all she was sent by the empress, with her around, others would not dare to easily bully their Qixia Pavilion members.

Mu Jin came back with the food box, and smiled and asked Mo Qingli to go to the imperial study.

The imperial study room was brightly lit at this time, the guards were patrolling outside, and Xing'an was coming out to send someone to exchange tea, when he raised his eyes, he saw Mo Qingli walking leisurely with hibiscus, and hurriedly knelt down to salute and said: "The slave has seen the queen Empress."

"Where's the emperor?" Mo Qingli asked.

Xing'an said cautiously: "The emperor is discussing matters with General Zhang in the Imperial Study Room. Your Majesty should go to Xinuang Pavilion to wait for a while."

General Zhang, Zhang Chu.Mo Qingli frowned slightly. Although she never asked about the affairs of the court, she generally knew that this General Zhang now had the power to rule the country, and he was appointed by Jun Shecang to stabilize his power.

In stabilizing the court, Zhang Chu has indeed played a big role, and is Jun Shecang's right-hand man, but this General Zhang has a very bad impression of her.

Thinking about Mo Qingli's current status, it is indeed quite offensive. She is Jun Shecang's concubine. In terms of status, she cannot be compared with Yun Yixue. She is also the daughter of a guilty minister. During Cang's regency, her family was ransacked and beheaded. Her younger sister, Mo Zhiyan, was once the late emperor's favorite concubine, but because she conspired with Luo Zishang to poison the late emperor and the queen mother, she was finally executed.

Her identity is almost a joke.The reason why Jun Shecang is so anxious to support the Murong family is precisely because of the pressure Zhang Chu put on him.

Now that Zhang Chu and Jun Shecang are discussing politics in the imperial study, I am afraid that they will definitely not say anything good about her.Mo Qingli pouted, and followed Xing'an to Xinuang Pavilion to wait.

It is still very warm in Xinuange, and the faint fragrance of plum blossoms wafts in the air.

Seeing that Mo Qingli's complexion was not very good, Mu Jin asked with concern: "Is there something wrong with your mother?"

Mo Qingli looked up at the red plum blossoms on the table and said, "This year is coming to an end, and the state banquet is about to begin. You said that if this Palace hosts the state banquet for Mrs. Gao Ming, how will those people discuss my identity in private?"

Hearing what she said, Mu Jin couldn't help but her heart was blocked, but soon Mu Jin said: "They must think that the emperor really loves the empress."

Mo Qingli couldn't help laughing when she heard the words, and squeezed her face, "When will your mouth be so flattering?"

Mu Jin pouted, "This servant girl is telling the truth. In their opinion, the current conditions of the empress are not suitable for being a queen, but the emperor is willing, but they are always worried about their old age and the loss of their mother's family. Of course, they are envious of the empress. You."

"This is indeed true." Mo Qingli has also heard it before, serving people with color, and love to relax when color fades. All things outside her body cannot be kept or relied on, but she is thinking again, "Then you It is said that they rely on their beauty and family background, so what does this Palace rely on?"

Mu Jin was taken aback for a moment, not understanding what Mo Qingli was talking about, and said awkwardly: "Your Majesty is of course dependent on the Emperor's favor."

Mo Qingli spread her hands, "It's the same. If I am old and ugly, do you think he will still like me? If I become stupid and useless, will he still like me?"

Embarrassed, Mu Jin wailed, "Niang Niang." Such a question, a little court lady, was totally unable to answer her.Seeing her pitiful look, Mo Qingli couldn't help laughing, such a question is really embarrassing for Mu Jin.

But Mo Qingli didn't intend to get any answer from Mu Jin, she just thought about it out of boredom.

At this time, the atmosphere in the imperial study room was not very good.

Jun Shecang's face was tense and serious. He looked at Zhang Chu and said, "When did the Gutao Kingdom Chen Bing Xisu Pass?"

Zhang Chudao: "The military newspaper came in half a month."

Half a month ago, Jun Shecang and Mo Qingli were still outside the palace. Jun Shecang only received general information about the military report, but did not know the specifics.Zhang Chu has fought against the Flying Wolf Army of Gutao State for many years, and has a relatively clear understanding of the military situation of Gutao State.That’s why Jun Shecang specially summoned Zhang Chu to discuss matters.

"Half a month ago, according to General Zhang, what is the purpose of Chen Bing from Gutao Kingdom to Xisu Pass?" Jun Shecang asked.

Relying on his own experience, Zhang Chu pondered and said: "Among Yi Chen, Gutao Kingdom and Chen Bing are probably for the Six Nations Alliance in March. This time, the agreement of the Six Nations Alliance will be held in our Liukong Kingdom. Our two countries are not friendly, and there have been many frictions over the Xisu Mountain and Stone Carved Lake north of Xisu Pass for many years."

Jun Shecang nodded, but still frowned, "The alliance of the six nations in March is still early, I am afraid that Chen Bing of Gutao Kingdom this time is not just for this simple matter, no matter what, I will never act rashly during the alliance of the six nations, otherwise I would not be so stupid to offend the other five countries, and Gutao country would not be so stupid, I am afraid that their ulterior motives are not drinking."

Zhang Chu shook his head and said: "For the time being, I can't guess what they are going to do. Now His Majesty can order more troops to approach Xiguan. Firstly, the important border areas really need to be well defended. It is natural for us to increase our troops at this time. Secondly, it is also against the solid Tao Guo has a warning."

The increase of troops is of course inevitable, but Jun Shecang thinks that it is difficult to have anyone who can be used under his command. Now that all the generals in the court respect Zhang Chu, such a power will inevitably make Jun Shecang feel scrupulous.When he and Luo Zishang fought to the death before, Zhang Chu escaped in the name of Ding You. He was a slippery person. If Zhang Chu was given a chance to further expand his power, it would be a situation that Jun Shecang did not want to see.

"It's approaching the end of the new year, so it's not a small move to increase troops rashly." Jun Shecang looked at Zhang Chu and said, "Now I, Liukong, is about to hold the Six Nations Alliance. Although increasing troops at this time can deter Gutao, it will also damage our national prestige. , we still have to choose some safe methods.”

Seeing that Jun She Cang did not accept his opinion, Zhang Chu lowered his eyes and said lightly: "Your Majesty is holy, then when you go to court tomorrow, please ask your lord Shangguan to think of a way. Since we don't want to send troops, we can also send foreign ministers to serve people with uniforms." .”

Jun Shecang let Zhang Chu back down.

After Zhang Chu withdrew, Jun She Cang showed a look of worry on his face. He was worried about state affairs. Gutao Kingdom’s move was not well-intentioned, so he had to think of a comprehensive way to deal with it.Now Gutao is very ambitious and wants to expand everywhere, and the Liukong Kingdom that is close to it may have already been regarded as something in his pocket.

But the country of their Jun family is not so easy to swallow.A stern look flashed across Jun She Cang's eyes, and Xing'an walked in and whispered, "My Majesty, the Empress has come to bring you meals."

Meals?Mo Qingli actually remembered that he didn't eat much.

The corners of Jun She Cang's lips curled slightly, and he said casually, "Let her in."

Mo Qingli came in with Hibiscus, first saluted, and then left after letting Hibiscus prepare the dishes.

"I know you haven't eaten well, so come here soon." Seeing Jun Shecang still lazily sitting on the couch, Mo Qingli couldn't help laughing.

"I don't want to eat it." Jun Shecang said lazily while playing with the jade beads in his hand.

Mo Qingli sneered, "Every time General Zhang comes, you look like you have a bad appetite. If it wasn't for General Zhang being a man, I would have misunderstood you."

Hearing this, Jun She Cang's face turned dark, what was going on in this woman's mind.

(End of this chapter)