The First Empress - Chapter 78

Chapter 78 Occasionally
Linglong was helpless and could only flee this place.

Mu Qianzhi looked at Linglong’s back, which was gradually fading away in the afterglow. He had a feeling that it was an excellent flash in the pan, and in an instant, it was fragrant and luxurious.

The smile at the corner of his lips was gentle and pity. He looked at Linglong’s back and said, “Linglong, we’ll see each other again.”

She was going back to the palace tomorrow morning, so Linglong got up early and hurriedly left Baohua Temple after finishing her grooming. The old abbot of Baohua Temple and the little monk put their hands together to send Linglong off to the outside of the mountain gate. Linglong routinely gave these monks a set of ten before leaving in the wind.

The matter of Minister Lan absconding for fear of crime yesterday was probably stirring up a commotion, but just as he got up today, the outside world was in a mess. There was really a kind of desolate “rattling of carriages and horses”. There were some pavements lying on the streets, and there were even melons, fruits, and vegetables that had been crushed before they could be cleaned up. It was as if they had arrived at a purgatory in the mortal world.

“Miss, could it be that yesterday’s interrogation had already reached such an abominable level?” Qin’er stared at the bastards outside in disbelief.

Linglong also found it hard to believe. Was this Imperial Guard Long? “Let’s go. Don’t look at it anymore. The entire family has been like this since ancient times. Haven’t you heard of it?” Linglong frowned and said coldly.

His voice was low, and it was probably the feeling of a rabbit dying and a fox sad.

There weren’t many pedestrians on the streets anymore. The usual clamor and prosperity seemed to have been crushed by the chaos of war, completely disappearing. There were also horses constantly traveling through the streets. Linglong frowned and handed a bright yellow silk scarf to the guards outside. The guards tied it to the sedan chair. Only then did these officers and soldiers respect the owner and guards inside the sedan chair.

After leaving Treasure Radiance Alley, he didn’t want the outside world to be even more ruined. A big man was whistling as he sat on his horse. In a while, a group of men from his horse arrived at lightning speed. All of them were extraordinarily mighty.

Several horses drove away at the same time. Seeing the congestion in front of her, Linglong was afraid that she would delay her entry into the palace and urge the sedan chair forward.

Unexpectedly, she met the bodyguard who robbed the house yesterday. The Dragon Forbidden Commandant did not have a name, so Linglong did not know how to say it. She did not forget that this person had already remembered this concubine who was chewing incense.

“Is that Empress Jie Yu?” The commandant asked.

“This palace is going back to the palace. I hope the leader will let his men off the hook. It’s so crowded. I wonder when this palace will arrive in Zihua Palace.” Linglong looked ahead worriedly. Imperial Guard Long was also helpless. She pointed at the front with her horse whip, “Your Highness, there’s something you don’t know. Minister Lan fled yesterday because of fear of crime. The Imperial Court issued a sea arrest paperwork, and the four checkpoints were also closely checked. Minister Lan didn’t leave the capital, so …”

Linglong could not argue with this grand reason, but seeing the mess on the ground and the bleak autumn breeze, she could only sigh slightly.

The Dragon Taboo Commandant thought that Linglong was worried because of the delay, so he lowered his eyebrows and said, “Your subordinate, send Your Highness out of the city.”

Linglong didn’t have the nerve to ask them to escort her. She waved her hand repeatedly, “Your Excellency is the leader of the group of dragons. You mustn’t delay the capture because of this palace’s matters. Although this palace is a female genius, I still understand the priorities.”

Linglong looked at the sky. She should be able to return to Zi Hua City by noon. Even if she was anxious, she could not do anything. She waved her sleeve and fanned the wind.

The leader of the Dragon Taboo Lieutenant nodded his head and said, “This street belongs to the area under close scrutiny. Can’t Your Highness tell?”

“I’ve heard for a long time that Imperial Guard Long was extraordinary. Not only did he act swiftly, he was also able to predict things as he wished. Now that he saw it, he really didn’t hold back.” Linglong praised sincerely and said, “I wonder if there’s anything strange going on over there?”

As Linglong spoke, she used her chin to point at the Seventh Prince’s Mansion not far from her.

When had Imperial Guard Long ever seen such a bold and meticulous woman? Her face couldn’t help but turn a little pale. “Your Highness is the one who predicts things as she pleases. Your Highness is truly admirable for being able to see through a mere sentence from this subordinate.”

Linglong did not enjoy these compliments and looked at the Dragon Forbidden Commandant and asked, “Is there anything strange there?”

The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant nodded, “There is no change. This is also puzzling.”

Linglong smiled and said, “Is there anything you can’t understand? Did you go in and investigate, or did you personally see that the Seven Kings are still in the manor?”

“This” Even if the Dragon Taboo Commandant had a hundred heads, he wouldn’t dare to rashly investigate the Seventh Prince’s Mansion. Therefore, even now, he didn’t know if Minister Lan was hiding inside, much less if the Seventh Prince’s emblem was inside.

Linglong looked at the sky and saw that the sedan chair could not walk out for a while, so she could only submit.

“This palace can help you” Linglong waved her hand and the Dragon Taboo Commandant’s ears moved closer. Linglong finished her sentence and the Dragon Taboo Commandant’s face turned abnormally pale. “No, no, it’s too dangerous.”

The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant knew better than anyone else that the Seventh Prince’s Mansion was the real Dragon Pool Tiger’s den, and the Empress Jie Yu in front of him was the pet imperial concubine of the palace. If anything happened to her, it would naturally be related to him. Therefore, he repeatedly declined Linglong’s suggestion.

Linglong smiled, “Didn’t you also say that this palace is cautious and meticulous?”

“This … this …” The Dragon Forbidden Lieutenant was speechless. Linglong smiled. “Don’t you hear what the Sage said? Sister-in-law is in a hurry to help? Now is the perfect time for you and the other men to make contributions. Could it be that this palace can’t participate in the grand ceremony together?”

“Your Highness, how can you take risks?” The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant paled in shock. He waved his hand repeatedly. He suddenly felt that Jie Yu in front of him was not ordinary at all. There was a kind of magic in this person’s eyes, as if she could seduce people.

“It’s just that I can do whatever I want to do. At that time, please put in a good word, my lord.” Linglong originally didn’t want to cause any complications, but on the one hand, the sedan chair wouldn’t be able to walk out for a long time, and on the other hand, she couldn’t explain the reason for delaying her return for four hours. On the other hand, if she could really make a contribution, then there wouldn’t be any delays.

After thinking for a while, Linglong finally made up her mind. With a beautiful glance, she said, “I’ll just go in alone. I’ll contact you when the time comes.”

“This … this …” The Dragon Taboo Commandant had seen all kinds of great worlds, but he had never seen such a calm woman who was also a ruthless character. Was it possible for an ordinary person to enter that place?

“Your Excellency, there’s no need to worry. I think this palace can save the day.” Linglong nodded and walked out of the sedan chair.

The two of them were like puzzles. In a few words, they reached an important deal. However, Qin’er was completely unclear. Seeing Linglong leave with her sleeves, she quickly grabbed Linglong’s hand and said, “Miss, where are you going? You can’t just disappear for no reason.”

Yesterday’s disappearance had already caused Qin’er’s head to skyrocket. If she continued to disappear today, she would be ruined by the nine races.

“Don’t worry,” Linglong looked at Qin’er and smiled, “I’m just going to play in the wolf nest. Oh, right, I remember something.” As he spoke, his gaze fell on Qin’er …

After a while, a maidservant walked out of the carriage. This maidservant looked no different from an ordinary child in a small household. However, there was a sense of heroism between her brows. Imperial Guard Long arrived at the door of the Seventh Prince’s Mansion as if she were at a distance from this maidservant. Then, they maintained a little distance.

The maidservant went to the door and said, “This servant is a maidservant from Gao Zaifu’s Manor. I wish to see His Highness the Seventh Prince.” She had already figured out what she had to do and what she had to know. Thus, she could hear the six paths of her eyes and ears. The door had already opened with a “creak”. The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant was quick-witted, and the people guarding the door had all died silently.

Linglong walked to the inner courtyard. Now that she was well, the rough messenger’s maidservant’s clothes were almost the same color. There was probably no need to lie anymore.

“Sister, His Highness the Seventh Prince wants tea. Do you know where His Highness is now?” Linglong’s face was full of anxiety as she looked at a maidservant who was in a hurry but looked very kind.

The maidservant stopped and said, “Are you new here? Your Highness Seventh Prince is listening to the Fragrance Pavilion. From here …”

Thus, Linglong knew where Seventh Prince Huiye was now. After knowing the exact location, Linglong prepared the tea and went to the Incense Hearing Pavilion.

Flowers and trees were scattered here, and while leaning against the mountains, they were facing the water. Occasionally, a few songbirds would swim across the water, flapping their wings. Linglong had a feeling that everything was fine. After all, it was too risky. Her heart was like a songbird in the water.

Lotus Steps lightly moved into the Incense Hearing Pavilion. Hui Ye was playing chess. To be exact, he was playing chess by himself.

Linglong didn’t dare to go forward. She staggered and her hand that was holding the tea trembled slightly. Only now did she know that she had met Hui Ye once. If she was recognized at this time, it wouldn’t be that simple.

Linglong quickly touched the black spider web on the pillar beside her and gently smeared it on her face.

“What is it?” Hui Qi’s voice was extremely cold.

Linglong hurriedly walked to the front. In front of her was a stone table. Hui Ye was playing chess with him. This person’s hobby was really abnormal. Linglong glanced at the chessboard and saw that Fang Tan was flat. However, now that Black and White had arrived at the dead end, it could be seen that the two sides had been at a stalemate for a long time. Hui Ye’s face was covered in sparkling and translucent sweat.

Linglong quickly glanced at the chessboard. The black and white pieces on the chessboard actually had words on them. In the blink of an eye, Linglong quickly turned her head and placed the tea on the table. “This servant, this servant is here to deliver tea.”

Hui Ye wasn’t afraid that others would see his secret, so he waved his hand and said, “Get down! Get down! When did you get permission to go to the Incense Hearing Pavilion?”

Looks like the avatar is useless, right? Linglong is shocked. It’s just a game of chess. How can it make a person so tired?

Moreover, it could be seen that he was playing chess wholeheartedly, and he was holding a white piece in his hand.

Her ink hair trembled with her fingers, and Linglong took a step forward adventurely, “This servant, this servant …”

“What else do you want to do?” Her voice was slightly unhappy. Linglong cried, “This servant has not cleaned up His Highness for a long time. I want to help His Highness clean up now.” As he spoke, he stood up and picked up the broom beside him.

“I’ve never seen someone who likes to work so much. Alright, you just need to clean it up. Don’t make any noise.” Hui Ye angrily waved his hand.

Linglong smiled and stood up. Then, she picked up the broom in the corner of the wall. As she slowly swept across the ground, she looked at the black and white pieces on the stone table with the wind in her eyes. He secretly remembered in his heart who exactly was who, and those official positions and names had probably been remembered less than 50% when he heard the sound of ceramics shattering.

“Bang–”

Hui Ye suddenly stood up, and the armrest made a mess of the chess pieces on the chessboard.

“What exactly are you doing?” Hui Ye stood up and slowly approached Linglong. Linglong was anxious, but she still showed no fear in the face of danger. “This servant will pack up immediately. Immediately …”

“Your voice is so familiar. Turn around.” Hui Ye approached dangerously and narrowed his eyes dangerously.