SEC Chapter 292 An Duidui
Chapter 292 An Duidui
Yongzheng's voice was deep and rich, with a hint of relief after exhaustion. He paused and said, "I have endured for many years, exhausting all my energy. But in her eyes, I am perhaps just a cold symbol sitting on the throne, far less than the person she cherishes in her heart. How can I not feel the pain in my heart too?"
But now, after hearing what you said, I seem to have broken free from my long-held obsession a little. This mother-son relationship is already like this, and I have no choice. There is no need to force anything else!"
Shen Meizhuang put down her chopsticks and spoke softly, "Your Majesty, you are the ruler of the world, and you care about the people. Although the Queen Mother may not fully understand, your achievements and hard work are witnessed by everyone. You don't have to be too sad. I am here to wait by your side. Huan'er will be back in a few days, and then, a new scene will appear."
"Yes, Your Majesty, in a few months, when Sister Zhen's child is born, our palace will be much busier. Your Majesty will be very busy. Not only will he have to deal with important state affairs, but he will also have to care for the growth of several children. This is also the joy of family life for Your Majesty."
Yongzheng's originally furrowed brow gradually relaxed under the soothing words of the two. He looked at Shen Meizhuang with a little more gratitude in his eyes: "Mei'er, you and Rong'er are both my close friends. With you around, I feel a lot more comforted."
After finishing the meal, Yongzheng stood up and patted An Lingrong on the shoulder: "I will not stay overnight today. I will go to Jingren Palace to discuss with the Queen about Huanhuan's return to the palace."
"Congratulations to your Majesty!"
After the emperor's back disappeared, Shen Meizhuang asked anxiously, "Rong'er, was today's plan considered a success?"
"Very successful, sister!" An Lingrong raised the corners of her mouth slightly, her eyes gleaming with pride. "After this incident, the rift between the Empress Dowager and the Emperor is probably deeper than the Mariana Trench. Unless the Empress Dowa has the power of Nuwa, I wonder how she can mend this mother-son relationship!"
Although she didn't know how deep the Mariana Trench was, Shen Meizhuang understood An Lingrong's meaning. She breathed a sigh of relief, and her tense posture relaxed a little. "That's good, that's good! I noticed the emperor's expression from outside the window. He was almost in tears after hearing what you said. Only you can accurately grasp his thoughts!"
Unfortunately, An Lingrong didn't see his expression.
"So, sister, am I great?" An Lingrong put her hands on her hips and made a teapot shape. She looked so smug, just like a rooster that was proud after winning a battle, with an irrepressible pride on her face.
"Great, you've always been great." Shen Meizhuang looked at her cute and mischievous appearance, couldn't help but smile and pinched her nose, "But don't come up with this kind of trick again in the future. I was so scared when I saw you pick up the dagger that my heart almost jumped out of my throat!"
Thinking of the scene at that time, Shen Meizhuang still felt a lingering fear. "This time it was an emergency and there was nothing we could do. Next time I will definitely not let you take the risk alone."
"Sister, I just think that dagger is very beautiful. The gems on it are shining so brightly that they must be worth a lot of silver. Besides, how could I commit suicide according to the Queen Mother's order? Do you think I am the kind of person who is at the mercy of others?" An Lingrong shrugged nonchalantly, but there was a hint of cunning in her eyes.
"I know, but I'm always a little worried when facing the Queen Mother." Shen Meizhuang sighed softly. She looked into the distance, her eyes full of worry. "The Queen Mother has been immersed in this palace for many years. Her methods and thoughts are unfathomable!"
An Lingrong nodded slightly, the playful smile on her face subsiding a bit as she became more serious. "Sister is right, but we just have to be careful. She has her methods, and we have our wisdom."
She took Shen Meizhuang's hand, patted it soothingly, and then chuckled as if she had thought of something.
"What are you laughing at?" Shen Meizhuang asked curiously.
"Sister, I've had a very exciting few days. A few days ago, I offended the Emperor, and today I offended the Empress Dowager. Adding the Empress, I've offended all three masters in the Forbidden City. Haha, I feel like I'm playing a very novel game."
"what game?"
"Nine Clans Elimination Fun."
An Lingrong's eyes gleamed with a different light: "Sister, do you think I've lost my mind? Seeing these high and mighty masters being moved by me, I actually find it quite amusing."
Shen Meizhuang listened, but frowned slightly, looking at her with a worried look on her face: "Rong'er, you are very smart, and your plans are always successful. I believe in you, but...ah, you still have to be careful, and don't get carried away!"
An Lingrong gently held Shen Meizhuang's hand, a faint smile still on her lips. "Sister, I know what's going on. Although they are powerful, they all have their own thoughts and weaknesses. I'm just using them to fight for a place for us. Besides, the Emperor already cares about me a little bit, so even if the Queen Mother and the Empress want to make a move on me, they'll have to think twice."
Shen Meizhuang sighed, raised her other hand, and gently stroked An Lingrong's hair. "Rong'er, I know everything you do is so that we can live a stable life. I won't say much else, but I will say this: I support everything you do, even if you make mistakes. It doesn't matter. I'm here. Although I don't have the ability to mend the sky like Nuwa, we will advance and retreat together."
An Lingrong nodded slightly, and their eyes met. They both saw trust and dependence in each other's eyes.
"Sister, I am getting bolder and bolder now, and it has something to do with your indulgence."
Shen Meizhuang couldn't help but smile after hearing An Lingrong's words. That smile was full of doting and helplessness. She gently pinched An Lingrong's cheek and said, "You only know how to shut me up with these words. I'm not indulging you at all. I just know how smart you are. I think we can't be timid in everything we do in this palace."
An Lingrong stuck out her tongue and playfully responded, "Sister, I know it all in my heart. Without you supporting me from behind and giving me the confidence, I wouldn't dare act like this. Every time I think of you, I feel less afraid no matter what I do."
After a while, Shen Meizhuang asked again, "So what attitude should we take towards the Queen Mother from now on?"
"As long as it's acceptable for the sake of appearances, it's enough. The emperor's order for me to no longer go to the Cining Palace is actually to protect the empress dowager."
"Oh, isn't this the Emperor's way of protecting you?"
An Lingrong approached Shen Meizhuang and lowered her voice, saying, "Sister, if I go there a few more times, I'll make the Queen Mother so angry that she'll do something. Do you believe it?"
Shen Meizhuang nodded solemnly: "I believe it."
"Ha ha!"