NFBE What is the attitude in Chapter 279?
What is the attitude in Chapter 279?
Liu Haifu suppressed his shock and quickly walked away.
He knew that the emperor always had a mysterious secret guard.
There were rumors that these secret guards were the invincible Dragon Scale Army who followed the founding emperor of the Great Zhao Dynasty in conquering the world.
The Dragon Scale Army, which followed the founding emperor of the Great Zhao Dynasty in conquering the world, was a force known as the Army of Martial Gods, with each soldier possessing unique skills capable of taking on a hundred enemies.
However, the Great Zhao Dynasty has been established for hundreds of years, and the original Dragon Scale Army must have long since turned to dust. These rumors should not be taken seriously.
However, this group of secret guards may be descendants of the Dragonscale Army.
Liu Haifu walked absentmindedly to the corridor, looked at the gloomy sky, and sighed softly.
An accident at the winter festival is not a good omen.
This year is likely to be a year of many troubles.
Liu Haifu stood under the corridor for a long time, his mind unsettled.
The situation in the palace is constantly changing, and the slightest carelessness could lead to death.
Recalling the fleeting shadow, he felt an even bigger headache.
The world in Shengjing is truly about to change.
"Eunuch Liu."
Suddenly, a soft voice rang out beside Liu Haifu.
Liu Haifu turned his head and immediately smiled, a smile that carried a hint of flattery, "Miss Sang Yao."
Zhou Sangyao, the niece of Consort Zhou.
After Consort Zhou gained the Emperor Wenjing's exclusive favor, she found life in the palace boring and brought Zhou Sangyao, who was only ten years old at the time, into the palace.
Zhou Sangyao grew up in the palace until she was sixteen years old, and her treatment there was no different from that of princes and princesses.
Zhou Sangyao smiled, a smile as bright and captivating as a flower blooming in spring. "Is Eunuch Liu free right now?"
Liu Haifu felt a chill run down his spine.
Zhou Sangyao wouldn't have come looking for him without a reason. The fact that he asked this question suggests that Consort Zhou probably wants to see him.
Liu Haifu quickly put on a smile and said, "Miss Sang Yao, this old servant has some free time right now. May I ask what brings you here?"
“It’s not me looking for Eunuch Liu,” Zhou Sangyao said with a smile. “It’s my aunt who wants to invite you over. She says she has something important to discuss.”
Liu Haifu felt a chill run down his spine. The fact that Consort Zhou was looking for him at this time must be related to the Winter Festival.
He composed himself, put on a respectful expression, and bowed slightly. "If Your Highness wishes to see me, you can simply send a palace servant. There is no need for Miss Sang Yao to make this trip in person. It is too much trouble for you."
Zhou Sangyao smiled and waved her hand gently, "I've been idle in the palace anyway, so I might as well come out for a walk and stretch my muscles."
"Eunuch Liu, shall we go?"
Along the way, palace lanterns swayed, tree shadows were dappled, and the tranquility was somewhat oppressive.
Zhou Sangyao walked lightly ahead, while Liu Haifu was preoccupied with his thoughts.
Upon entering the hall, one sees Consort Zhou reclining languidly on a chaise longue, a sutra in her hand. She merely raises her eyes slightly when Liu Haifu enters.
Zhou Sangyao walked up to Lady Zhou with a beaming smile, "Aunt, Eunuch Liu has arrived."
Consort Zhou put down her scripture, looked at Liu Haifu, and said in a soft voice, "Eunuch Liu, please sit."
Liu Haifu dared not sit down properly, but only sat halfway on the stool, his face full of smiles. "I wonder what Your Majesty has to do for me by summoning me here?"
Consort Zhou lowered her head and slowly played with her newly painted nails, which were bright and eye-catching, like blood-red plum blossoms.
She asked casually, "Has His Majesty retired for the night?"
Liu Haifu respectfully replied, "Your Majesty, the Emperor has already retired for the night."
The news that Emperor Wenjing was so angry at Huangjue Temple that he vomited blood did not spread, but given Consort Zhou's status and power, it would not have been difficult for her to learn about it.
But she didn’t point it out, and Liu Haifu pretended not to know anything. “The winter sacrificial ceremony is complicated, and the emperor was also tired. He just drank the calming soup and went to sleep.”
Consort Zhou nodded slightly and asked, "Did His Majesty rest alone?"
Liu Haifu seemed to understand something immediately and hurriedly nodded with a smile, "Your Highness, please rest assured, the Emperor only has you in his heart and has not summoned any other concubines these days."
Upon hearing this, Consort Zhou finally smiled, but said, "You're just trying to fool me."
"There are three thousand concubines in this palace. How could the Emperor only have his mind on me?"
Liu Haifu lowered his head, not daring to respond.
Consort Zhou specifically asked Zhou Sangyao to invite him over; it couldn't have been just to inquire whether the Emperor had favored other concubines.
Such matters can be easily ascertained by sending a eunuch to inquire.
Sure enough, the next moment, Liu Haifu heard Consort Zhou speak directly: "I know about what happened at the winter festival today. Eunuch Liu, has His Majesty revealed how he will deal with Prince Yong?"
Liu Haifu did not expect Consort Zhou to ask such a direct question.
He was stunned for a moment.
He was stunned for a moment, then quickly came to his senses, and put on an even more respectful smile, saying, "Your Majesty, His Majesty has not revealed to this old servant how to deal with Prince Yong. His Majesty attended the Winter Sacrifice today and was quite tired, so he drank some calming soup and went to rest."
Consort Zhou frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in her eyes.
His expression turned cold.
“Eunuch Liu, you have served the Emperor for many years, so you can guess a little about his thoughts.”
"I won't beat around the bush with you, nor will I make things difficult for you. Just tell me, what is the Emperor's attitude toward this matter?"
Liu Haifu inwardly groaned.
Prince Yong's birth mother, Consort De, was on good terms with Consort Zhou. Consort Zhou's visit to him to inquire about information was most likely at Consort De's request.
He might have the guts to fob off the less favored Consort De, but he dared not offend the most favored Consort Gui in the palace.
He carefully considered his words before cautiously saying, "Your Majesty, today Master Mingkong of Huangjue Temple directly accused Prince Yong of harming innocent people, and presented evidence in full view of everyone. I'm afraid this matter..."
He paused, sighed, and lowered his voice, "Actually, this servant can see that His Majesty still intends to protect Prince Yong. However, the evidence against him is now conclusive. Although Prince Yong insisted that he was wronged at the time, anyone could tell from his reaction that he was not wronged."
"His Majesty has now ordered the Court of Judicial Review and the Ministry of Justice to jointly investigate this case. The Ministry of Justice is easy to deal with, but as you know, Your Highness, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, Su Mu, is a tough nut to crack."
When Consort Zhou heard the name "Su Mu," her delicate brows furrowed slightly, and a hint of annoyance and apprehension flashed in her eyes.
She gently stroked her nails, and after a moment of contemplation, she said, "Su Mu... this person is indeed difficult to deal with. He is always impartial and only recognizes the law, not people."
Liu Haifu hurriedly nodded in agreement, “Your Majesty is wise. Su Mu is devoted to the law and cannot tolerate the slightest injustice. This time, His Highness Prince Yong’s case has fallen into his hands, and it will not be easy for him to resolve it easily.”
A fierce glint flashed in Consort Zhou's eyes.
It seems that Su Mu must disappear in order to protect Prince Yong.
She lowered her eyes, raised her hand and waved, "I'm tired, you may leave now."
Liu Haifu felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He hurriedly and carefully bowed and withdrew, his steps still slow and cautious, for fear of disturbing Consort Zhou.
Only after he stepped out of the palace did he secretly breathe a sigh of relief and wipe the cold sweat from his forehead.
This imperial concubine is no pushover either.