Wearing a book, hooking him up

Tai Chi Palace.

Xiao Liefeng, the third-rank general of Huaihua who did not follow Jun Zechen to the expedition against Canglang this time, had a gloomy face and wide-open eyes, with an aggressive look in his eyes.

"Minister Su, it's been a month. Shouldn't you give us ministers an explanation as to why you secretly swallowed the letter from His Majesty?"

"In this month, we haven't heard any news about His Majesty."

Xiao Liefeng took a step forward and clenched his fists, as if he was trying his best to suppress the anger in his heart.

"You didn't intercept the military intelligence on purpose!"

His voice was as loud as a bell, echoing in the court and making everyone's ears buzz.

Su Hongyu's face was as calm as water, he held the tablet steadily in his hands, and his posture was upright.

He said slowly, "General Xiao, His Majesty has indeed not sent any news back to the Imperial City in the past month, and I have not concealed it."

"I just received an urgent secret report from His Majesty two days ago."

His eyes were firm and he was not affected by Xiao Liefeng's aura at all.

"Your Majesty has been trapped in Yiyuan City in Canglang Yuzhou for a month. The city is surrounded by Canglang soldiers, so there is no news."

Su Hongyu's voice was steady and calm.

"Then your Majesty is in danger. Since the Minister of State is the regent, why doesn't he send troops to help your Majesty?"

Xiao Liefeng frowned, his tone filled with dissatisfaction.

He was already feeling uncomfortable that His Majesty did not bring him along on the expedition this time. If he could send troops to aid His Majesty, wouldn't he be making a great contribution?

Thinking of this, his eyes flashed with eagerness and desire.

This is a great achievement, and perhaps it will help me regain the trust of His Majesty.

At this time, another regent minister slowly spoke up: "General Xiao, please be patient. The general of the Zhen army has already recovered Yuehui and is on his way north. He will come to help Your Majesty in a few days."

"If Your Majesty has already besieged Yiyuan City for a month and still has no food, the soldiers are probably in danger."

"Even if the soldiers can hold on, they will have no strength without food and fodder. If the wolves break through the city gates and attack, Your Majesty will be in danger."

A minister spoke worriedly, his face full of anxiety.

The rest of the ministers also looked at each other, each with their own thoughts as their eyes met.

Some people lowered their heads in thought, some were whispering, and some had flickering eyes.

Xiao Liefeng didn't like Su Shangshu Ling in the first place. He glanced at Su Hongyu and made some guesses in his mind.

If something unexpected happens to His Majesty, wouldn't Minister Su be able to directly support the eldest prince to ascend the throne?

The eldest prince is young, so Minister Su and the Queen can control the government.

By then, will there be any place for him in the court?

Regardless of whether they remained neutral in the court or were once secretly ministers of the Ye family, no one wanted to see the Su family dominate.

If something unexpected happens to His Majesty, as long as the eldest prince does not ascend the throne, they all have a chance.

Everyone had their own ulterior motives, and the court was filled with a tense and weird atmosphere.

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"Master, there is news from the master."

Miaoyun walked into the hall in a hurry and hurried steps, bringing up a breeze.

Su Jingyao was lying leisurely in the rocking chair, with a relaxed posture, her eyes focused on Xingxing's homework.

To be honest, every time she looked at his homework, Su Jingyao couldn't help but frown slightly, feeling that she had to learn everything again.

Miaoyun came in front of Su Jingyao and presented the letter with both hands, her breathing still a little unstable.

Su Jingyao took the letter, opened it, and glanced at it casually.

However, his originally relaxed expression froze in an instant and turned extremely serious.

There has been no news about Jun Zechen for a month. At first, my father and several regent ministers tried their best to conceal the matter.

I finally got the letter back two days ago, but I received the news that Jun Zechen was besieged.

Although the court seems calm on the surface, the ministers are secretly ready to make moves.

Su Jingyao tightly held the token given to her by Jun Zechen in her hand, rubbing it with her fingers.

His brows were furrowed, and he was lost in thought.

Does Jun Zechen have other intentions in giving her the token?

"Miaoyun, let the leader of the Yulin Army come to see me immediately."

When the leader of the Yulin Army arrived at the main hall of Kunning Palace, Su Jingyao straightened her back and gave instructions on all matters in a serious manner. Only then did her tense body relax a little and she felt a little relieved in her heart.

After a few more days, the imperial city seemed to be immersed in ink, and it was cloudy and rainy for several days in a row.

The thick dark clouds were like a huge grey quilt, tightly covering the sky above the imperial city, making it almost impossible to breathe.

The fine rain threads intertwined into a web, blurring the hearts of everyone in the imperial city.

Today, Concubine Xian brought the third prince into Kunning Palace.

The third prince is sturdy and strong, with a lively and funny personality.

As soon as he entered Kunning Palace, he was like a whirlwind and couldn't wait to find his royal brother.

"Your Majesty, the eldest prince is really hardworking. If the third prince is as hardworking as the eldest prince, I don't have to worry so much."

Xianfei forced an envious smile on her face.

"Yihuan is the eldest prince. He should be a good role model for his brothers and sisters. He should be more motivated so as not to let down his status."

Su Jingyao sat lazily on the couch, with one hand casually placed on the armrest, looking a little nonchalant.

The virtuous concubine sat on the other side, leaning forward slightly.

Then he asked tentatively, "Empress, I heard that the situation in the court has become a little complicated recently."

Her voice was low and her eyes flickered.

"The fourth prince of Bai Fei is the child of a girl from the Ye family. Bai Fei's father is also the Minister of the Central Secretariat. In the past, there were many generals in the court who flattered the Ye family. Although the Ye family has fallen and the remaining forces have been cleared out by His Majesty, these people are still there. What if..."

The virtuous concubine hesitated to speak, with a hint of worry in her eyes.

Su Jingyao was not very nervous, as she was familiar with Jun Zechen's abilities and skills.

He left the Yulin Guard to her and let the Su family govern the country, which may have had a deeper meaning.

Moreover, they were triumphantly conquering dozens of cities in Canglang, but when they were about to reach the imperial city, they suddenly met with disaster?

Su Jingyao doesn't think Jun Zechen is that easy to deal with.

But these are just Su Jingyao's guesses.

Or does Jun Zechen also want to use this opportunity to eradicate the forces that had secretly defected to the Ye family before?

If Jun Zechen really encounters an accident, she must never let the power slip away from her.

No matter who is against the Su family, she must be prepared for everything.

"There are people to handle the affairs of the court. The Fourth Prince is still young, and it is unknown whether the Bai family will do something. In addition, Your Majesty is very brave, and he may return to the court soon."

Su Jingyao took a sip of tea, narrowed her eyes slightly, and had a calm expression.

She had just finished speaking when Xilu walked in hurriedly with unsteady steps.

"Master, news has come from the previous dynasty that His Majesty is missing!"

When Su Jingyao heard this, her face did not immediately show any obvious emotion.

But there was a hint of coldness in his originally calm eyes in an instant, as if a cold light flashed in them.

Jun Zechen had better pretend. If he was so useless, she would...

She gritted her teeth secretly in her heart.

An undisguised panic instantly appeared on Concubine Xian's face. She stood up abruptly and looked straight at Xilu.

His eyes seemed to be confirming the accuracy of the news with Xilu.

After confirming again and again that she had heard correctly, Concubine Xian looked at Su Jingyao in panic.

"My lady, this..."

"All the concubines must stay in their own palaces these days. No one is allowed to come out without my order. Send guards to guard each concubine's palace."

Su Jingyao spoke in a steady tone, giving orders in an orderly and calm manner, with a firm and decisive look in her eyes.

Then Su Jingyao chuckled, and there was something elusive in her laughter.

"I'm afraid there will be something interesting to watch these few days, Concubine Xian, you should go back first."

When Concubine Xian saw that the Queen still had a calm expression, the panic in her heart miraculously subsided a lot.

She bowed quickly and said, "Yes, I'll take my leave."

Su Jingyao stood up, walked to the window, and looked out through it.

The rain has been falling for a few days and there is still no sign of stopping.

She narrowed her eyes slightly, wondering if it was time for a rainstorm to completely end this boring and sultry weather.

Jun Yihuan walked in because the third prince was taken away.

"Mother, have you finished reading my homework?"

Su Jingyao, who was standing by the window, heard the clear sound of the stars and came back to her senses from her complicated thoughts.

She turned around, a gentle smile immediately appeared on her face, and she took his little hand and walked towards the study.

"I've finished reading it. Today's star has done a great job on his homework."

Su Jingyao's voice was as gentle as the wind, full of relief.

When they arrived at the study, Su Jingyao handed the homework to Xingxing.

Then she squatted in front of him, her eyes as gentle as water.

He asked softly, "If Xingxing saw a stern-looking, tall adult, would she be afraid?"

Xingxing blinked her big eyes, full of confusion, and her little head tilted slightly.

"Will he be more serious and more majestic than our father?"

Su Jingyao thought for a while, looking serious.

"It's not a serious attitude. Maybe some people's seriousness is full of malice. They will hurt the stars. Will the stars be afraid?"

"Don't be afraid! Although I am still young, the Grand Tutor said that strength is not the key to victory or defeat. Moreover, I am the child of my father, the Emperor, and my mother, the Empress, so I cannot lose in terms of momentum."

Jun Yihuan raised his little chin, his face tense and full of determination.

The pair of small hands unconsciously clenched into fists.

"Well, the stars are amazing."

Su Jingyao couldn't help but touch his head, her eyes full of admiration.

"Then...what if someone bullies your mother? Your father is not here now."

Su Jingyao asked this question deliberately to embarrass Jun Yihuan, because she wanted to hear how he would answer.

Jun Yihuan's face suddenly became serious, with a stubborn light flashing in his eyes.

Without hesitation, he said, "Mother, I will protect you! Even if father is not here, I will stand in front of you like a little man and won't let anyone bully you!"

After saying this, he puffed out his small chest, as if he was ready to fight at any time.

The smile on Su Jingyao's face became even gentler, and she would protect him as well.

This kingdom can only belong to Xingxing, and Su Jingyao will not give anyone the chance to covet Xingxing's kingdom.