0p0 Chapter 410: Who do the two princes favor?
Chapter 410: Who do the two princes favor?
After waking up, Xiao Yu chatted and played chess with Jiang Fu, Jiang Siyuan and Jiang Siqi in the hall. Su Lingyue talked about embroidery with Madam Jiang, Jiang Yan and Wang in the hall of Furong Pavilion, and discussed the popular fabrics, dresses, spices and jewelry in the capital.
Everyone had a great time chatting throughout the afternoon.
After dinner, everyone rested for a while, and Yan Qing strode in and said happily: "Your Majesty, the fireworks are ready!"
Xiao Yu stood up and said in a gentle voice: "Master Jiang, Madam Jiang, the mansion has prepared fireworks, let's go and take a look."
Hearing that there would be fireworks, Jiang Yan immediately became excited and couldn't wait to see them. "My brother-in-law and cousin are so thoughtful. My father and mother won't let me leave the house. I haven't seen fireworks for a long time! Let's go!"
Mrs. Jiang looked at her daughter's playful appearance and felt helpless. "It's for your own good that I don't let you leave the house!"
Su Lingyue smiled and said, "Aunt, you and uncle don't have to worry about each other in the palace today, just let Yan'er have fun."
Madam Jiang nodded, looking at Jiang Yan lovingly but helplessly, "You, stay away when you watch, don't get hurt!"
Everyone left the hall together and came to the yard.
Yan Qing and Butler Wu, along with their servants, had already placed the fireworks in the yard. At Yan Qing's command, the servants lit the fireworks. Brilliant meteors shot up into the sky, blooming in the air and illuminating the entire night sky.
Colorful fireworks continued to rise into the sky and bloom brilliantly.
Beautiful things always make people happy, and everyone’s face is filled with joy and happy smiles.
Su Lingyue took Xiao Yu's hand and interlocked their fingers.
As soon as Xiao Yu lowered his head, he met Su Lingyue's loving gaze. He curled the corners of his lips and clenched the little hand in his palm.
Su Lingyue leaned her head gently on Xiao Yu's shoulder and looked up at the fireworks blooming in the sky.
No matter what happens in the future, Su Lingyue feels that she will never forget the warmth of her palms and this grand love in her life.
After the fireworks were over, Jiang Fu and Madam Jiang came over and nodded to Xiao Yu: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for the welcoming banquet."
Xiao Yu looked at the two of them and said in a gentle voice, "During the time when Lord Jiang was wrongly accused, Yue'er has been very worried. Today, seeing that your family is safe, Yue'er is happier than anyone else."
Su Lingyue turned her eyes away from Xiao Yu's face and said to Jiang Fu and Madam Jiang obediently: "My uncle and aunt love me, and you are safe. This is Yue'er's wish. I hope that my uncle and aunt's family will be free from disasters and troubles from now on, and Yue'er will be at ease."
Jiang Fu looked at the daughter that his sister had given birth to at the cost of her life, and the eyes of the usually dignified man became moist.
He nodded, his throat choking slightly, "Then uncle also wishes Yue'er all her wishes come true, and a happy and peaceful life."
His beloved sister passed away, leaving behind a daughter who was so sensible and lovable. He would definitely take good care of her on behalf of his sister.
He helped Yue'er find the herbs she wanted. No matter what, he couldn't let Yue'er experience the pain of losing her husband at such a young age.
Su Lingyue was about to send Jiang Fu and the others off with Xiao Yu, but Xiao Yu held her back and said gently, "Yue'er, I have something to discuss with Lord Jiang and Young Master Jiang about the court. You should go back and take a bath first."
Hearing Xiao Yu say this, Su Lingyue became curious. She met Xiao Yu's gentle gaze and asked in confusion: "What is there about my uncle and cousin that I don't know? Did something happen?"
"Just explain some things about Wang Qing's case. Yue'er knows all of them."
Worried that she would continue to ask, Xiao Yu raised his lips and whispered in her ear: "Your husband will go to Lingzhou tomorrow. You should go take a shower first. We still need to say goodbye properly, okay."
The low and gentle voice, coupled with ambiguous words, made Su Lingyue blush and lower her head.
However, she did have a lot to say to Xiao Yu alone.
"Okay," Su Lingyue blinked, looked at Xiao Yu and nodded, "It's cold, Your Majesty should go back to the house early."
Xiao Yu pinched the soft and boneless fingertips in his hand and chuckled, "Okay, wait for me in the room."
In the hall, Jiang Fu sat down opposite Xiao Yu. He was puzzled that Xiao Yu only invited him and his eldest son Jiang Siyuan to come. "What's the matter, Your Majesty?"
Xiao Yu's face was gentle, but his eyes were a little more gloomy than before. "Master Jiang, Master Jiang, I called you two here to talk to you about Wang Qing's matter."
It was almost a foregone conclusion that Wang Qing was guilty, and Jiang Fu didn't know what Xiao Yu was going to say.
After spending some time together, Jiang Siyuan had come close to trusting Xiao Yu. He said respectfully, "I'd like to hear more about it."
Xiao Yu said in a low voice: "Lord Jiang, I have already found out about your injustice. Xiao Changan is the mastermind behind it. There will be disputes in the court in the future, but Xiao Changan can't stand being implicated this time. Lord Jiang and Young Master Jiang, don't be reckless in the court."
Jiang Fu frowned, "Your Highness, do you mean that this was a joint frame-up by Prince Jing and Wang Qing?"
As far as he could remember, apart from the fact that Jiang Yan had rejected King Jing, he had never gotten involved in disputes between King Jing and the Crown Prince in the court. He always acted cautiously and never made friends with anyone.
Xiao Yu said calmly: "As the son of an emperor, all he plans for is power and status. The Jiang family cannot be used by him, which is an obstacle to him."
Jiang Siyuan's expression was icy. He was usually gentle, but now he was angry and said, "My Jiang family is devoted to Your Majesty and has never had any second thoughts. King Jing is so vicious to persecute loyal ministers like this!"
Family is Jiang Siyuan's weak spot and also his bottom line.
On the day his cousin came home, Jiang Yan almost got into trouble. He was terrified every time he thought about it. He never expected that King Jing would actually want to attack his father.
The Jiang family has always been loyal to the emperor. If the emperor knew what King Jing had done, it would be impossible for him to remain indifferent.
Thinking of what Xiao Yu had just said, Jiang Siyuan asked, "Your Highness doesn't want us to take advantage of this opportunity to overthrow King Jing, but what's the hidden reason?"
Jiang Siyuan was furious just now, but now he has completely calmed down. Xiao Yu felt a little impressed with Jiang Siyuan for being able to ask the key point so accurately.
But he doesn't like to put his life in the hands of others.
Xiao Yu said calmly, "There is indeed another connection, but even if you investigate this matter, I'm afraid it will just be brushed aside."
Jiang Siyuan frowned. He didn't quite understand what Xiao Yu said. Just as he was about to ask again, Jiang Fu spoke.
"It's because of the prince!"
Jiang Siyuan was a few years older than Xiao Yu, but he had Jiang Fu's care in the court, and his career had always been smooth. He had never thought so much and could not understand what Jiang Fu said.
Jiang Fu explained to him, "This is a method of checks and balances. Your Majesty is in his prime, and the Crown Prince has reached the age where he can take charge of his own affairs. Naturally, there must be someone in the court to counterbalance him."
After listening to Jiang Fu's words, Jiang Siyuan felt as if he had suddenly been enlightened.
Thinking carefully about what had happened recently, he understood.
Imprisoning the prime minister and arranging a marriage between the crown prince and King Jing are all aimed at balancing the power of both sides.
Seeing that his son understood, Jiang Fu's expression eased and he nodded to Xiao Yu, "Thank you for your advice, Your Highness. Yuan'er and I will try our best to avoid this matter."
After this incident, Jiang Fu was surprised at Xiao Yu's political acumen and his abilities.
Even though he had not attended court for many years, he was still able to clearly understand the situation in the court and was able to send back witnesses who proved his innocence under the power of King Jing. This was definitely not something that an idle prince could do.
At the gate of the palace, when Jiang Fu was still a few steps away from the carriage, he stopped and turned to look at Xiao Yu and asked, "I have a question, Your Majesty, can you explain it to me?"
Under the dim light, Xiao Yu's expression was gentle, "Master Jiang, please ask."
"Of the two princes in the court, which one does Your Majesty favor more?"
Xiao Yu paused, not expecting Jiang Fu to ask this question. He then smiled faintly, "Lord Jiang, who do you think has the virtue to be a king?"
He said this with a smile, but Jiang Fu still heard contempt and disdain in his words.
Jiang Fu remained silent and said nothing more. He nodded to Xiao Yu and got on the carriage.
In the carriage were three men from the Jiang family.
Jiang Siqi saw that his father and brother looked solemn, and asked, "Father, brother, what did the prince say to you?"
Although Jiang Siqi's personality has changed a lot in the past six months, he is still impulsive and reckless. Jiang Siyuan has no intention of telling him that King Jing is plotting against their family.
I guess Xiao Yu also took this into consideration and didn't let Jiang Siqi know.
Jiang Siyuan said casually: "I'm just reminding you of something. The situation in the court is very treacherous right now. Don't act impulsively when you are on duty, so as not to get into trouble."
Jiang Siqi always listened to his brother, so he nodded solemnly.
Xiao Yu's answer, and his vague contempt, made Jiang Fu feel uneasy for a long time.
Maybe no one is optimistic about Xiao Yu, but for a prince who is deep-minded and good at hiding things, it is not impossible for him to change his mind and make things happen.
After a long silence, Jiang Fu suddenly said, "In the future, we should not get involved in matters concerning the two princes, especially the fight for the throne. Do you understand, Yuan'er, Qi'er?"
Jiang Siqi was a little confused, and nodded along with Jiang Siyuan, not quite understanding what he was saying.
Jiang Fu was confused, if the two princes couldn't catch Prince Su's eye, who could?