dognovel Chapter 166 Wait and see what happens
Chapter 166 Wait and see what happens
Xu Feng took the gold medal and investigated with the Jinyiwei before returning to Yifang Palace.
The performance in the palace had long ended, leaving only an empty stage.
He found the eunuchs in the Imperial Household Department to ask, and learned that everyone had been assigned to the laundry department. It was the order of Concubine Yi. No one in the troupe could leave the palace tonight. They had to undergo inspection by the Imperial Household Department and the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and could only leave tomorrow after confirmation.
Xu Feng secretly admired in his heart that it was indeed extraordinary that Concubine Yi could sit in the position of the master of the harem, and the arrangements were so thoughtful and meticulous.
When he was about to go to the laundry department to check on the placement of the troupe members, a little palace maid hurried over and said that Concubine Yi wanted him to come over.
Xu Feng did not dare to delay for even a moment and quickly followed the palace maid to Concubine Yi's residence.
When I entered the room, I saw Concubine Yi sitting upright on a chair with a dignified face and a bit of majesty in her eyes.
The imperial concubine spoke first: "Everyone from the Imperial Guard, thank you for your hard work in preparing for my birthday these days. You are truly meritorious officials."
Xu Feng quickly bowed and humbly said, "I don't deserve it. This is what I should do."
The imperial concubine smiled slightly, then asked, "I saw you hurriedly bringing the emperor up tonight. Is there something urgent?" Xu Feng understood that the imperial concubine was worried. After all, the women in the harem depended on the emperor's favor to survive, so this was naturally a top priority.
He answered frankly, "It's because the Queen Mother is feeling unwell. When I discovered this, I had to report it to the Emperor."
After hearing this, the imperial concubine's expression obviously relaxed, and a smile inadvertently appeared at the corner of her mouth, but then she realized that it was inappropriate. The empress dowager was ill, but she was smiling. It would not be good if this got out.
She coughed lightly and said seriously, "The Queen Mother's health is a blessing for our Dashun. You did a great job in noticing it in time. I just lost my composure, please don't take it to heart."
Xu Feng quickly said, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. I just hope that the Empress Dowager can recover soon and the country will be at peace." After that, the atmosphere in the room eased a little. The imperial concubine gave a few more instructions, and Xu Feng respectfully accepted the order and left.
Xu Feng had just come out from Concubine Yi and was about to leave when he heard someone calling him from behind.
He turned around and found that it was the imperial concubine's personal maid, holding a sign in her hand, walking towards him.
The palace maid handed the sign to Xu Feng, saying that this sign represented the imperial concubine's decree, which could command the eunuchs of the palace's internal affairs department to assist him in investigating the case.
Xu Feng took the sign and quickly expressed his gratitude.
The maid carefully observed Xu Feng's expression, then suddenly grabbed his sleeve and whispered in his ear, "The Queen asked me to tell you not to tell anyone about what happened just now."
Xu Feng immediately understood that the imperial concubine was worried that he would spread the news that she heard the queen mother laughing when she was sick, so she sent a palace maid to deliver the sign and give him instructions.
Xu Feng thought for a moment and said seriously, "Please tell the Imperial Concubine that our Dashun Kingdom has a wise ruler on the throne. Next to the wise ruler, the Imperial Concubine is naturally the mother of the country. As the Jinyiwei, we must protect your majesty and the future Empress."
The palace maid seemed a little surprised when she heard this, but soon showed a happy expression, bowed to Xu Feng, and went back to report to the imperial concubine.
Xu Feng looked at the palace maid's back and couldn't help but sigh.
He could understand Concubine Yi's current mood and situation. She had always hoped to give birth to a prince and then be crowned queen, but unfortunately she had never been able to do so. She must be under a lot of pressure.
Besides, everyone else in the palace was eyeing her position. It was not easy for a girl in her twenties to live under such pressure. She also had to deal with various struggles and emergencies in the palace. She couldn't make a mistake at every step. It seemed that she really needed allies.
Xu Feng knew that if he could have such an ally in the palace, it would definitely be of great help in his future struggle with Prime Minister Wang.
Xu Feng put the medal given by the imperial concubine and the gold medal bestowed by the emperor into his arms, walked briskly, and went straight to the laundry bureau.
When he arrived at the door, he happened to meet Eunuch Liu from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He had a sad face and grabbed Xu Feng and started to complain.
"Master Xu, you have to speak up for our Imperial Household Department! We are really wronged in this matter! It was just a good show, but who would have thought that the fire-breathing man would vomit blood and die. This is not putting the blame on our Imperial Household Department!" Eunuch Liu danced with joy, looking helpless.
Xu Feng soothed him, "Don't worry, Eunuch Liu. I know how to handle this matter. When the time is right, I will speak well of you to the Emperor. We, the people below, should help each other."
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Liu's eyes reddened slightly, and he was deeply moved: "Master Xu is so righteous. As for the affairs in the harem, just a word from Master Xu, and our Ministry of Internal Affairs will do its utmost to help."
Xu Feng smiled calmly and said softly, "Okay, okay."
But he was secretly thinking in his heart: The Imperial Household Department will probably be implicated this time.
Let’s not talk about other people for now. The person breathing fire in Sichuan opera is definitely not ordinary. He must be an assassin without a doubt.
It would be impossible for this person to sneak into the palace without an insider.
However, this matter is complicated and cannot be rushed, nor can it be reported rashly. Firstly, I fear offending Eunuch Liu, and secondly, it may lead to misunderstandings, such as him trying to seize the power of the palace guards.
In fact, Xu Feng was not interested in this. What he really wanted was to practice martial arts and expand the territory.
Thinking of this, Xu Feng became more determined in his mind: if he could hand over the affairs of the palace to his allies, he would be able to devote himself to martial arts training and frontier development, and live up to this opportunity for rebirth.
So, he still had that faint smile on his face, but he had already made up his mind.
Xu Feng said to Eunuch Liu, "I'll trouble you and the others in the Imperial Household Department with the laundry department's affairs. I'll lead the Imperial Guards to patrol elsewhere to ensure peace in the palace."
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Liu stepped back slightly, his expression solemn, and he raised his hands and bowed, saying, "Thank you very much for your trust, Lord Xu. I will always remember this kindness and this friendship!"
There was a barely perceptible hint of relaxation in his eyes, and he was obviously quite satisfied that Xu Feng did not go deep into the laundry department.
Xu Feng knew clearly that Eunuch Liu's move was intentional, and he was worried that the Jinyiwei would intervene and lead to the incident in the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
He thought to himself: It seems that Eunuch Liu is not completely confident in the Imperial Household Department, so he is waiting here to prevent the Jinyiwei from investigating. If so, why not go with the flow and give him face?
Moreover, what happened today has made it impossible for the assassin to continue. Even if there are bad guys hiding, it will be difficult for them to find an opportunity to act.
Anyone with a bit of common sense would not try to assassinate again tonight.
So Xu Feng said goodbye politely to Eunuch Liu, and without setting foot into the laundry room, he turned around and walked into the night, heading straight for Qilian Palace.
Qilian Hall is the core of his formation, guarding the emperor's bedroom, study and other important places. Staying here at night can ensure that nothing goes wrong.
Arriving at the Qilian Palace, Xu Feng looked around and felt more relieved when he saw that the formation was functioning as usual.
All we need to do tonight is to guard this place well, and tomorrow we can send the laundry troupe out of the palace safely, and then everything will be settled.
At that time, we just need to wait and see what happens from Prime Minister Wang's side.