Qin Yueyao was enchanting and charming, but Xiao Shuyu, who had been staying in the deep palace and had experienced countless things and time, was calm and elegant, but she had a unique temperament and charm.
It seemed that nothing could shake her heart.
Qin Yueyao suddenly felt the threat of a natural enemy and cheered up instantly. Those who can survive in the deep palace compound and live well, especially those with a good mental outlook, are by no means ordinary people.
Qin Yueyao did not dare to look down upon her in the slightest, and saluted Xiao Shuyu very respectfully: "The concubine summoned me, what's the matter?"
Xiao Shuyu smiled and said: "Speaking of which, we two are very destined. You were canonized as Concubine Hui by His Majesty, and I am Concubine Hui. It's just that you have just entered the palace, and I have been in the palace for almost ten years."
Qin Yueyao nodded with a smile and said, "The concubine is right."
Xiao Shuyu waved her hand for Qin Yueyao to sit down and said calmly: "How do you feel now that you have entered the palace? Are you used to it? You are from Xiangyang, Jingzhou. The eating habits and customs of Xiangyang are completely different from those of Luoyang."
Qin Yueyao sat down and said, "Everything in the palace is fine. I'm used to it."
Xiao Shuyu continued: "The palace seems calm, but in fact, under the calm lake, there are undercurrents. If you are not careful, you may be overturned, and you will never be able to stand up again."
Qin Yueyao smiled and did not answer.
Until now, she still doesn't know the other party's intentions, let alone whether Xiao Shuyu is a member of Chu King Zhao Rui.
Xiao Shuyu saw that Qin Yueyao was tight-lipped, not relaxed at all, and a little cold. She could not get closer through chatting, nor could she open up the other party's mouth. She sighed: "Hui Bin, after all, we are fellow villagers, and I am also from Xiangyang."
Qin Yueyao smiled, but felt alienated, and asked, "What next?"
A flash of light flashed across Xiao Shuyu's eyes, and she said: "I have some contact with the King of Chu, and he often gives some relief. This time he arranged for someone to send a message, saying that you are his and asking you to follow my arrangements."
Qin Yueyao said: "The Nu family doesn't understand what the concubine said. The Nu family is from Xiangyang, but she is just a singer. She doesn't know about King Chu or other things."
Xiao Shuyu took out a jade pendant from her sleeve, handed it over and said, "The King of Chu said you recognize this jade pendant."
After Qin Yueyao took it, her expression suddenly changed and she could no longer control her emotions.
This jade pendant belonged to her younger brother Qin Wuji, who always wore it, and Qin Yueyao personally selected the jade pendant for Qin Wuji.
Qin Yueyao's eyes suddenly became sharp and she said in a deep voice: "What does the concubine mean?"
Xiao Shuyu's expression was very calm, without any impatience or panic. She smiled and said: "Hui Bin, there is no need to be impatient, and there is no need to worry about anything. Your brother is still intact."
"The King of Chu said that if you are obedient, Qin Wuji and your mother will not only be safe and sound, but also have enough food and clothing. If you don't cooperate, something might happen to your brother."
Xiao Shuyu had a sense of condescension and asked: "Do you believe my identity now?"
Qin Yueyao's thoughts turned rapidly, but a smile appeared on her face, and she replied: "I didn't expect that the concubine was actually one of my own. The slave family is in a deep palace compound, and their status is sensitive. They must be cautious and don't dare to be careless. Please, ma'am." Concubine, please forgive me."
Xiao Shuyu said calmly: "It's a good thing to be cautious, because being careful can only sail the ship of ten thousand years. Now that you have confirmed that it is one of our own, are you willing to cooperate?"
Qin Yueyao said: "What orders does the concubine have?"
Xiao Shuyu smiled and said: "You took advantage of the opportunity of blowing the pillow wind to suggest to the emperor that he should use Daqian clan members. Especially my son Zhao Ce, who is eight years old this year, can go out to open a government and serve in the government earlier. Early training can also Contribute to the royal family.”
Qin Yueyao was a little stunned and asked, "Is that it?"
"that's it!"
Xiao Shuyu said calmly: "Don't be too wild. If you are too wild, problems will easily occur. Don't take too big steps when doing things. Otherwise, it will be uncomfortable to pull your crotch."
Qin Yueyao was unsure of Xiao Shuyu's specific attitude and plans for a while.
However, Qin Yueyao did not refuse.
Qin Yueyao thought for a moment and replied: "I have written down the arrangement of the concubine. I am not sure whether this matter will come true. Although I am favored, His Majesty has always had his own opinion and may not necessarily adopt my suggestions."
Xiao Shuyu said: "You have the ability to charm and seduce people's hearts. It is easy to accomplish such a thing. I believe you."
Qin Yueyao said: "Do your best."
Xiao Shuyu took a sip of tea and said slowly: "I'll wait for the good news."
Qin Yueyao stood up and left the palace.
After walking far away, Qin Yueyao stopped and looked at Xiao Shuyu's bedroom.
At this moment, Qin Yueyao suddenly understood what Shen Gong Sihai said, because a very inconspicuous person in the imperial city turned out to be the backbone of King Chu and had connections with the outside world. Besides Xiao Shuyu, how many other people do you have contact with?
Besides Xiao Shuyu, how many people have hidden thoughts and other plans?
Qin Yueyao was not a political figure and did not have much talent in this area. She went back to her palace directly and then arranged for someone to see Zhao Shan and ask Zhao Shan to come to the palace at night.
After things were arranged, Qin Yueyao actively prepared for the evening.
As the sun set and the moon rose, when night fell, the sound of footsteps came from outside the palace. Qin Yueyao quickly stood up to greet him. She looked at Zhao Shan who was striding towards him and saluted, "Your Majesty."
Zhao Shan nodded with a smile, took Qin Yueyao's hand and walked inside, sitting down with Qin Yueyao in the hall.
There are sumptuous meals and fine wines on the desk in front of you.
Qin Yueyao served Zhao Shan to eat, chatting while eating. After finishing the meal, Zhao Shan asked, "Have Zhao Rui's people come to see me specifically tonight?"
Qin Yueyao solemnly said: "It is true that someone contacted me, and it was someone from the palace."
Zhao Shan's brows rose, very surprised.
It turned out to be someone from the palace!
Zhao Shan asked: "Who is it?"
Qin Yueyao replied: "It's Concubine Hui, Xiao Shuyu. She took the initiative to contact me."
Zhao Shan nodded, although he was surprised, but not too surprised. The number of people in the harem was too large and extensive. There were many maids, concubines from the previous generation, and even concubines from earlier generations.
With such a huge crowd, there is no way to investigate how many hidden stakes there are, unless they are all driven out, which is impossible.
Zhao Shan asked: "What did Xiao Shuyu ask you to do?"
Qin Yueyao replied: "Concubine Hui asked my concubine to persuade your majesty to appoint the Daqian clan, and then arranged for her son Zhao Ce to open the palace and go to work outside. Nothing else was mentioned. The concubine was also a little confused. She was Zhao Rui's. People still have something on their minds."
Zhao Shan was also confused.
Xiao Shuyu's arrangement was purely to support Zhao Ce, and Zhao Shan was completely unaware of Zhao Ce's situation.
Zhao Shan suppressed his thoughts and just arranged for Zhang Xu to investigate. He stayed in Qin Yueyao's palace at night and used the power of nine cows and two tigers to drive piles. After some passion at night, Zhao Shan went to court early the next morning as usual.
After the morning court was over, Zhao Shan returned to the palace, and Zhang Xu came to report the situation about Xiao Shuyu.
Zhang Xu arched his back and said: "Your Majesty, Concubine Hui is from Xiangyang, and she should have some connection with Zhao Rui. The specific situation will take time to investigate. Concubine Hui's son Zhao Ce is not currently ennobled, and he is raised in Hui Concubine By the concubine’s side.”
After thinking about it, Zhao Shan decided to test it out and ordered: "Send the carriage to Concubine Hui's palace."
"As you command!"
Zhang Xu immediately made arrangements.
Zhao Shan walked directly towards Xiao Shuyu's bedroom. When Zhao Shan arrived, Xiao Shuyu, who was wearing a plain dress, was holding Zhao Ce's hand and waiting at the entrance of the hall.
Today, Xiao Shuyu's clothes are still very ordinary, but she wears light makeup. She is elegant but not vulgar. There is a hint of heat in her coolness, making her look delicate and charming, with outstanding temperament.
