In the cold palace, Concubine Hu Chong looked at the sky calmly, not knowing what she was thinking.
All around her, there was desolation, covered with dead trees, and it looked very dilapidated.
If the personal maid Dongmei hadn't been diligent enough to clean the yard, pull out the weeds, sweep away the dead leaves, and remove the cobwebs, the feeling of dilapidation would be even more obvious.
However, in this courtyard, they are the only two masters and servants, and they look lonely.
Dongmei was even more worried when she saw Concubine Hu Chong in a daze.
She was afraid that Concubine Hu Chong would be confused and have any dangerous ideas.
Therefore, she hurriedly spoke to comfort Concubine Hu Chong and said:
"Your Majesty, don't worry. Your Majesty was just angry, so you sent your Majesty to this cold palace. When your Majesty is relieved, you will definitely think of your Majesty and ask someone to let us out!!"
"Haha, get out? What difference does it make if you don't get out? It's not as cold as in the palace!!"
"I would say it's nice to stay here, it's quiet!!"
"My Lady, you can't think like that. Not only are there no people to serve my Lady here, there are also a lot of mosquitoes and there aren't even enough clothes. It's cold in winter and hot in summer. It's much worse than in our own palace!!"
"Besides, we can't see His Highness yet. His Highness is still young and it would be too painful to be alone outside!!"
"Perhaps there are others who are unfaithful to His Highness. Your Highness is young and does not understand the dangers involved. How can you deal with it!!"
Dongmei could clearly see Hu Chongfei's negativity, which was not a good sign.
Once even Concubine Hu Chong gave up hope of getting out, then the two of them would probably not be able to get out.
Therefore, she quickly mentioned Zhu Zhen's existence, hoping that Zhu Zhen's existence would awaken Concubine Hu Chong's desire to get out.
I have to say that what she did was very wise.
After she said these words, Concubine Hu Chong was visibly shaken.
Her originally negative attitude was suddenly corrected at this moment, and she even sat up straight.
"Yes, you are right, I still have the Emperor, and it is very dangerous outside. The Emperor still needs me!!"
"Calm down, I have to calm down, I have to go out!!"
Thinking of Zhu Zhen, Concubine Hu Chong swept away her previous disappointment and cheered herself up again.
Not only that, she also had an extremely strong desire in her heart.
She must have greater power. Only in this way can she protect Zhu Zhen.
Otherwise, Zhu Zhen might have died in the hands of traitors before he could grow up.
Thinking of this, Concubine Hu Chong forced herself to calm down and began to think desperately about what she should do to get out of this cold palace.
However, after thinking for a long time, she couldn't think of any good solution.
If she was outside the cold palace, she would naturally have many ways to get out.
But now she is in the cold palace, without even the chance to contact people outside.
Under such circumstances, it was very difficult for her to turn around.
After thinking for a while, she sighed.
"Hey! I just hope that Your Majesty can still talk about my kindness and let me out of this cold palace!!"
"otherwise…!"
Concubine Hu Chong didn't dare to say or think about what happened next.
She could only have good hopes in her heart and wait for the good news to come.
And she didn't wait long, and good news did come.
In the deserted Leng Palace, a large group of ceremonial people suddenly appeared. As soon as these people appeared, they looked at Concubine Hu Chong with flattering faces.
"Congratulations to the empress, congratulations to the empress!!"
"His Royal Highness the King of Chu performed a great service in rescuing a horse outside the Garden of Beasts. With His Majesty's permission, the empress and His Highness the King of Chu are reunited!!"
"Empress, let's go. His Royal Highness the King of Chu and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince are already waiting for your Majesty in the palace!!"
"ah?"
Hearing such words, Concubine Hu Chong was obviously stunned.
She wanted to be in the cold palace very much, but Concubine Hu Chong never expected to leave the cold palace like this.
Was Zhu Zhen successful in rescuing the driver? When did this happen?
Zhu Zhen was only ten years old, how could he possibly save Zhu Yuanzhang?
At this time, Concubine Hu Chong had too many questions.
However, before she asked her question, the eunuch who came to deliver the order said:
"We servants don't even know what I want to ask you!"
"Why don't you return to the palace first and ask His Highness the King of Chu? Maybe His Highness the King of Chu can give you a satisfactory answer!!"
"Yes! I know it!!"
Concubine Hu Chong knew that although she had countless questions now.
However, for such questions, it is better to ask Zhu Zhen, and only Zhu Zhen can give her a complete answer.
Moreover, she hadn't seen Zhu Zhen for a long time, and she missed Zhu Zhen very much.
Therefore, she followed these people back to the palace without any hesitation.
After returning to the palace, she found that Prince Zhu Biao was indeed here.
Not only that, Prince Zhu Biao also brought a large number of more than ten boxes of gold and silver jewelry, and a lot of silk and satin.
These things were all awarded to Zhu Zhen by Zhu Yuanzhang.
Concubine Hu Chong was shocked when she saw these things.
Because Zhu Yuanzhang had always been frugal, he set an example and was very temperate in his daily life.
Even when he ate by himself, he only had four or five dishes.
Zhu Yuanzhang was naturally even more stingy with rewards from others.
Zhu Yuanzhang basically never gave such a large amount of money as a reward.
Not to mention, such a reward is only for the prince Zhu Zhen.
This made Concubine Hu Chong really curious about what Zhu Zhen had done for Zhu Yuanzhang to give him such a generous reward.
At this time, Prince Zhu Biao also asked the doubts in his heart.
"Sixth brother, is what my father said true? Have you really done that incredible thing??"
"Well, if my father is telling the truth, then I really did those things!!"
"This...sixth brother, you are really doing nothing but making a sound, and you are a blockbuster!!"
After hearing Zhu Zhen's personal admission, Prince Zhu Biao was still shocked.
However, Zhu Yuanzhang had already told him once, and he was already mentally prepared.
Therefore, he quickly accepted it.
When leaving, he patted Zhu Zhen on the shoulder and said to Zhu Zhen:
"Sixth brother, my father also asked me to bring you the cauldron you wanted!!"
"These gold, silver and jewels are all gifts given to you by your father!"
"In addition, my father has also decided to let you go to the school to study literature with Mr. Chengyi Bo Liu during the day, and go to the Zhongshan Marquis Mansion to study martial arts at night!!"
"Ah? I still have to go to the Zhongshan Marquis Mansion to learn martial arts? Then won't I have no time to rest??"
"This...should be gone! However, not everyone can be taught by Uncle Chengyi and Marquis Zhongshan, especially Marquis Zhongshan. He often goes out to fight, and it is impossible to teach royal disciples!!"
"My father has tried his best for you this time. Don't let your father down for his hard work!!"
The Marquis of Zhongshan was Tang He. At this time, Tang He had not yet been named Duke Xin.
But there is no doubt about his military ability and force. More importantly, he also has super high emotional intelligence and is deeply trusted by Zhu Yuanzhang.
When fighting foreign wars, Zhu Yuanzhang liked Tang He to lead the troops.
Therefore, it is actually very difficult to obtain Tang He's teachings.
This time Zhu Yuanzhang really worked hard to train Zhu Zhen.
In response, Zhu Zhen nodded. He also knew this in his heart. However, he did not react much and just expressed his knowledge.
After Prince Zhu Biao saw Concubine Hu Chong coming back, he didn't stay too much.
He knew that Zhu Zhen and Concubine Hu Chong would have a lot to say when they reunited.
Therefore, after exchanging a few words with Zhu Zhen, he left quickly.
As soon as he left, Concubine Hu Chong couldn't wait to appear in front of Zhu Zhen.
"My good son, have you saved His Majesty ten times? Why does Your Majesty treat you so differently??"
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