sbdcsierra Chapter 112 The Prime Minister is actually a woman, and His Majesty the Emperor drools over her.
Chapter 112 The Prime Minister is actually a woman, and His Majesty the Emperor drools over her.
"Prime Minister Mu was extremely loyal. To save the Emperor, he disregarded his own life and death, and bravely shielded the Emperor from a poisoned arrow."
His injuries are severe, and his life is hanging by a thread!
Therefore, the Emperor was worried that Prime Minister Mu might suffer some mishap if he returned to his residence to recuperate, and thus ordered that he be placed in his own palace so that he could take care of him and monitor his condition at any time.
Consort Xiao, who had been looking worried, underwent a dramatic change in expression after hearing these words.
Her brows furrowed tightly, and a hint of barely perceptible annoyance and jealousy flickered in her eyes.
Who is this guy surnamed Mu? How dare he live in the emperor's bedroom so openly?
“Your Majesty, I understand that the Emperor is worried about Prime Minister Mu’s safety.”
But as the emperor's personal eunuch, why didn't you try to dissuade him?
Placing ministers in the emperor's bedroom is against the established order and norms.
If this gets out, the officials of the court and the common people will inevitably make wild guesses, damaging the emperor's reputation.
Cui'er, standing to the side, was so angry that her chest heaved rapidly, her heart burning with fury.
She stared wide-eyed at Consort Xiao in front of her, filled with indignation.
It was clearly their mistress who risked her life to save the emperor, and the emperor, out of concern for her health, specially arranged for her to come here to recuperate.
But none of this was something the master wanted willingly!
This Consort Xiao is so arrogant, domineering, and unreasonable; she is absolutely despicable!
"Your Majesty, I am but an insignificant servant. How dare I presume to guess His Majesty's thoughts? His Majesty naturally has his own considerations."
In my humble opinion, His Majesty made this decision out of gratitude for Prime Minister Mu's life-saving grace.
If this matter were to spread, the court officials and the common people would surely praise our Emperor as a man of great loyalty and righteousness!
When Consort Xiao heard Eunuch Qian's eloquent words, her expression changed slightly, but she quickly returned to normal.
Eunuch Qian was the most trusted eunuch by His Majesty the Emperor's side. Even as a noble concubine, she had to show him respect and was not willing to offend him easily.
"Hmph! I hope it's as simple as you say."
The imperial family's reputation is not to be trifled with. I hope that you, Eunuch, will remind His Majesty to be mindful of his actions in the future and not to break the rules due to momentary impulses.
After saying that, she turned her sharp gaze to Cui'er and said coldly, "And you, Cui'er! Since you have always been by your master's side, you should serve her well and give her more guidance so that she does not make any mistakes, lest the court criticize the emperor."
Otherwise, if you cause any trouble, neither of you, master and servant, will be able to bear the consequences!
At this moment, Cui'er was already intimidated by Consort Xiao's imposing aura. She clenched her fists tightly at her sides, her whole body trembling slightly.
Despite feeling resentful and aggrieved, she had no choice but to obediently kneel on the ground and bend down deeply, her forehead almost touching the ground.
At this moment, Cui'er deeply felt what it meant to have a higher-ranking official who could crush you...
"Yes, madam!"
Consort Xiao put on a kind smile again, and walked gracefully to Eunuch Qian. She said in a sweet voice, "Eunuch, may I inform Your Majesty that I have brought some fine medicinal herbs to present to the Emperor?"
After saying that, she nodded slightly and looked at Eunuch Qian expectantly.
In his heart, Eunuch Qian was in despair. Even if he had the greatest courage, he would never dare to let anyone in at this moment!
Just now, the Emperor and Prime Minister Mu were sleeping in each other's arms. If anyone were to see this, his head would probably be in immediate danger.
So, Eunuch Qian hurriedly bowed and replied with trepidation, "I am truly sorry, Your Majesty. His Majesty has just issued an edict, saying that no one should be seen, so as not to disturb Prime Minister Mu who is recuperating from his injuries."
This was, after all, the emperor's bedroom, and even if Consort Xiao had a thousand complaints, she couldn't be too presumptuous here.
After a moment of hesitation, she raised her hand and waved it gently.
Seeing this, the quick-witted palace maid immediately understood and hurriedly led the other servants to deliver all the precious medicinal herbs and other items they had brought to Eunuch Qian.
"Then I'll have to trouble you, Eunuch Qian. Please make sure you deliver these things to His Majesty for me." Consort Xiao smiled at Eunuch Qian, a hint of expectation in her eyes.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured, this servant will certainly convey Your Majesty's heartfelt wishes to the Emperor."
Eunuch Qian accepted the items and answered respectfully.
Seeing how shrewd and diplomatic Eunuch Qian was, Cui'er couldn't help but admire him inwardly. He truly deserved to serve the Emperor.
Consort Xiao stared resentfully at the closed door, then turned and left with a flick of her sleeve.
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"May Your Majesty be blessed!"
With this shout, Consort Xiao's jade-like foot, which had stepped into the room, trembled slightly, and her delicate body also shook.
Immediately afterwards, a male voice that was all too familiar entered my ears.
Her heart clenched instantly, and her light steps abruptly came to a halt.
Consort Xiao slowly opened her arms, like a mother hen protecting her chicks, blocking the crowd following closely behind her outside the door.
She parted her lips slightly, her tone calm yet carrying an undeniable authority: "You may all leave now. I have important matters to discuss with Grand Commandant Zhao."
The servants who followed Consort Xiao were all her confidants, and they always obeyed their mistress's orders unconditionally.
They knew that their master's private affairs had to be kept strictly secret, so without the slightest hesitation, they bowed and filed out of the room, gently closing the door behind them.
After everyone left, Consort Xiao quickly turned around and rushed towards Zhao Yihan, who was sitting in the room.
Zhao Yihan was still wearing the same clothes he wore during the hunt, with a few faint traces of blood on the lapel, like red plum blossoms blooming in the snow, a shocking sight.
However, he appeared remarkably relaxed and at ease, leisurely picking up a cup of fragrant tea and savoring it at a leisurely pace.
"Brother Yihan, let me see quickly, are you injured?"
Consort Xiao rushed forward anxiously, snatched the teacup from Zhao Yihan's hand without saying a word, and forcefully pulled him up from his seat.
Then, her beautiful eyes eagerly scanned Zhao Yihan's body from head to toe, and her slender fingers carefully touched his clothes, meticulously checking every possible hidden wound.
Only after confirming that Zhao Yihan was not injured did her heart finally settle down a little, and she breathed a long sigh of relief.
"I heard that this hunt was extremely dangerous, especially at the last moment, when you actually stayed behind alone to kill the assassin."
My heart was in my throat; I was so afraid something bad would happen to you…
At this point, Consort Xiao's eyes reddened slightly, and glistening tears shimmered in them.
Zhao Yihan gently raised his hand and slowly stroked her delicate, jade-like cheek.