The First Empress - Chapter 176

Chapter 176 Tailless Fox

Linglong did not say much to Concubine De. She knew that Concubine De only wanted to be concise. After two or three sentences, the two of them were divided into north and south and left.

Qin’er looked at Linglong and said, “Your Highness, this servant can’t figure out why there are so many things going on between us.”

“This is the imperial court. There are still many things you can’t figure out.” Linglong said coldly, “Have you ever heard of the words’ Heavenly Jealousy ‘?” Qin’er shook her head in confusion and said, “I don’t know.” Linglong smiled sweetly, and the smile on her lips was like a sweet gardenia flower. “In other words, the more you know, the sooner you die. Didn’t you discover such a truth?” “This palace already knows enough. I’m constantly on the edge of danger. I don’t want my most powerful trusted aides to know so much. Everything is two-sided. You only need to see one side. Do you understand now that this palace sees the other side?”

Qin’er couldn’t help but be grateful to Linglong and nodded her head repeatedly.

Not long after, the two of them arrived at Kun De Palace. After the communication, Linglong went straight to Kun De Palace. Ji Zhu Hua sat upright, Linglong Ying Ying bowed down. After a while, she sat down with the guests. Ji Zhu Hua smiled provocatively and said, “It’s been a long time since you came. I thought you forgot this place.”

“How?” Linglong nimbly rolled her eyes and a sly smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. She looked at Ji Zhuhua and said, “Your Highness is safe. Could it be that your Highness doesn’t know that the previous dynasty has already turned into a mess? Seeing someone leading the battle and someone leading the peace, Your Highness doesn’t care.” Actually, what Linglong wanted to say had already reached that level. Ji Zhuhua was indeed calm, but he smiled slightly and said, “You came here with a purpose. Just say it. If I can help you, I will naturally help you. It’s good that you don’t stay here and wrap your fingers around me.”

“Your Highness is a smart person. Your Highness’ concubine is crystal glass in her eyes. Since Your Highness knows what your Highness is up to, I’ll just say it.” Linglong glanced sideways at Ji Zhuhua. Ji Zhu Hua’s expression did not change at all. It could even be said that Xi Ning and An He rolled their eyes a few times and said, “Is the Empress in charge of the battle or in charge of the peace?”

Ji Zhu Hua stretched out his incredibly beautiful finger and waved it lightly in the air, saying, “This palace is not able to control these things. This palace can only tell you that the Emperor will not fight. If you can pull out one or two cents, no one in the world will fight, right?” Ji Zhuhua looked at Linglong and calmly nodded, “This palace’s attitude is the Emperor’s attitude. This is also an important reason why this palace has been able to assist the six palaces for so many years. Do you understand now?” “Sacred Intent is Sacred Intent. As long as the Emperor wants to do something, no one will be able to stop him. It is mainly because the Emperor has decided that there is no way to subvert him.”

“This concubine naturally knows that a gentleman does not stand under the fence, but” Linglong hesitantly glanced at Ji Zhuhua and said, “Can Your Highness help this concubine and not let Princess Baoluo marry far away?”

Ji Zhuhua was like a sculpture, Always with that look on his face, Never happy or worried, Hearing Linglong’s words, she did not express her stance quickly. Instead, she waited for Linglong to finish her sentence. Only then did he calmly say, “You’re here to plead for mercy for Chen Chongyi, but this palace can only tell you that this palace is helpless. The Emperor has already rejected you twice. This palace knows that you are a person who will never give up until you achieve your goal. However, it’s not good that you are trapped for other people’s affairs. This palace is a wise person, and you are also a wise person. Do you understand now?”

Linglong didn’t understand anything else. Just looking at Ji Zhuhua’s expression, Linglong already understood one thing. If he wanted to invite Ji Zhuhua, this mountain, there was not the slightest possibility, Thus, she said calmly, “This concubine understands what Your Majesty means. Your Majesty is naturally very thoughtful. I just want to say that some things are actually the same. This concubine did not come here to let Your Majesty get involved in the mess, but to ask if Your Majesty has any other methods.” “Actually, if Concubine De was as thoughtful as Your Highness, she would probably marry off her Zhenxi. In fact, Your Highness understands that Xi Yi can control her strength. What does Your Highness think?” Ling Long’s dark and shining eyes shone with a bright light. She looked at Ji Zhuhua and said. “If Concubine De is as thoughtful as Your Highness, she would probably marry her own Zhenxi far away. In fact, Your Highness also understands that West Yi can control her strength.”

This sentence suddenly pierced Ji Zhuhua’s weak spot. Linglong watched as Ji Zhuhua’s demeanor and temperament slowly disappeared. It was replaced by a faint sense of decadence. Ji Zhuhua also knew that it would be great if he had a strong enemy like Royal Teacher Mu. He could only slightly nod his head and mutter, “Sometimes I have to say that you are smarter than me, but it’s not good to be too smart.”

Linglong’s delicate and elegant face turned pale. “This concubine is just not choosing her words. Your Highness is a smart person. Please help Bao Luo. As for other matters, this concubine does not care about anything else. The friendship between Chen Chongyi and this concubine and Princess Bao Luo for many years depends on whether Your Highness is willing to help or not. Your Highness-”

Linglong Peach’s cheeks flushed red. Ji Zhuhua said softly, “This palace will not help you. However, if this palace tells you a story, you will naturally be able to tell the meaning behind it. If you are impatient to hear it, you should treat it as a casual remark by this palace. It’s just an old story from years ago, Dongfang Nightmare.”

Linglong knew what Ji Zhuhua meant, and Ji Zhuhua’s story would definitely inspire her, so she opened her eyes wide and said, “Your Highness’s story is naturally interesting. Please don’t hesitate to teach me.” Ji Zhuhua smiled faintly and said, “This story can’t help but attract people’s attention. Don’t look at people who have a heart or people who don’t. Nothing is difficult in this world, just afraid of people who have a heart, isn’t it?”

Linglong adjusted her sitting posture and said, “I’m all ears.”

Ji Zhuhua heaved a sigh of relief and said, “When the previous emperor was alive, he was also related to Rou Ran. You must have heard of these things. Back then, the Princess of the Plains was appointed, but in the end, the Princess of the Plains committed suicide because she was afraid of Guan Shan.”

“Ah?” Linglong couldn’t help but be shocked. What exactly did the Empress mean? The Princess of the Plains was still in Rou Ran’s good condition. How could she commit suicide? Thinking of this, Linglong’s heart tightened slightly. However, Ji Zhuhua did not reply to Linglong. “At that time, Prince Yi happened to have an eldest daughter. Both her appearance and talent were very similar to the Princess of the Plains. On the day of marriage, the Emperor ordered me to convince Prince Yi’s daughter. I had no choice but to follow orders and convince her. Now, it is said that she is living a good life in Rou Ran.”

After she finished speaking, Linglong could clearly feel the coldness on Ji Zhuhua’s face. However, there was a secret concealed on that cold face. This secret was like a window paper that had been pierced through. Linglong quickly knelt on the ground. “Thank you, Your Highness, for your advice. This concubine understands.”

Ji Zhuhua smiled elegantly. “This palace didn’t say anything. This palace just told a story. It depends on whether you can listen to it or not. As for you, you are a smart person. This palace likes you very much. However, there are some things that you can do as best as you can. You overestimate yourself until there is no good result in the end.”

Ji Zhuhua leisurely folded his hands into his sleeves, looking forward to Linglong. Linglong nodded, Ji Zhuhua smiled and said, “Go, go.” Linglong originally wanted to thank Ji Zhuhua, but in the end, she didn’t say anything. She sighed angrily and said, “I will definitely come over to thank the Empress after this matter is settled.”

Ji Zhuhua only smiled gently, his expression filled with endless tenderness and kindness.

“Chen Chongyi is useless to the royal family. Do you see that?” Originally, Linglong wanted to leave, but because this sentence was left behind, Ji Zhuhua smiled slightly and continued, “Sometimes, the Emperor would not lose a lot because of a small matter. There was also a story in ancient times called buying caskets and returning pearls. Do you understand?”

Linglong hurriedly nodded and said, “This concubine understands.” Ji Zhuhua’s eyes were like clear water as he looked at Linglong and said, “Do you understand why this palace is standing aside now?” On the one hand, Chen Chongyi was not beneficial to the royal family. “Even if it’s sacrifice, there’s naturally no way. On the one hand, Concubine De is not compatible. You can see that undercurrents often surge in the calmest lake. You can’t understand Concubine De. You must protect yourself. This palace still wants to push you above everyone else. Don’t let me down.”

Ji Zhuhua hesitated a little as he pointed at Linglong and said, “Don’t risk your life for others. Sometimes, it’s not always easy. It’s easier said than done. It’s best if you understand this principle. I don’t love you in vain.”

Linglong was slightly stunned. She slowly raised her head and said, “This concubine understands. This concubine will definitely measure in and out. She does not dare to overthink herself. When the time comes, she will not be able to save others even if she has enough time to take care of herself.”

Ji Zhuhua nodded slightly and said, “It’s good that you understand.” Although Ji Zhuhua was gossiping, However, Ji Zhu Hua’s entire body had an elegant and noble aura. Ji Zhuhua smiled slightly. “A story is just a story, “I hope that you will only listen to stories. In the end, it will be better to live within your means and not be in a dilemma. No matter how good you are, there is nothing good about you. In short, I will only say those words to your left and right. Protecting myself is the proper thing. Sometimes, friends are the same as enemies. There is no difference between having one more and one less. Do you understand?”

Linglong looked at Ji Zhuhua, who was sitting high up, and unconsciously took a look at him. She nodded and said, “I understand. Thank you, Your Highness, for your compassion and concern for me.”

“Go.” Ji Zhuhua waved her hand slightly, and Linglong closed her cold and arrogant eyes. She lifted her lips and said, “Thank you, Empress.”

Linglong walked out after a while. Ji Zhuhua’s opinion was undoubtedly the most pertinent. However, he was unable to handle the twists and turns in this matter. He had to discuss it with the Emperor. He could only walk out and say to Qin’er, “Come to school for the Emperor’s son.”

Qin’er looked at Linglong as if she had seen a ghost. “Since the Empress doesn’t help, why don’t Concubine open one eye and close the other?”

Linglong sighed and spat out, “This is your fault. Chen Chongyi has helped me a lot. Let’s go to the Emperor and continue to plead.” Linglong’s voice was soft and crisp, and it was soon dispersed in the air by the wind.