Surprise! I emptied the emperor's private treasury before exile

The emperor shook his head and waved slowly at Zhang Rang, his expression showing fatigue. His eyes, which were originally sharp like an eagle, now became a little dim, as if shrouded in a layer of haze.

Although Zhang Rang was still full of worries, his brows were tightly furrowed as if he could pinch a fly to death, and his eyes were full of undisguised concern. The worry was so strong that it almost overflowed, and people could see through his inner anxiety at a glance.

But he understood his own identity better and knew that he should not disturb her too much at this moment, otherwise it would be a big taboo.

So, after bowing respectfully, he shook off the dust in his hands and said softly: "Everyone, follow me." Although his voice was soft, it carried unquestionable majesty that made people dare not disobey.

Then, Zhang Rang methodically led all the standing palace maids and eunuchs away. Before leaving, he did not forget to look back at the emperor deeply, and then carefully closed the palace door.

At the moment of closing the door, he was particularly gentle, fearing that the slightest sound would disturb the emperor. His cautious appearance fully demonstrated his dedication to duty as a personal eunuch.

If Chu Ci were here, he would have sighed: No wonder he is the emperor's personal eunuch!

Look at this ability to observe words and expressions. That keen insight seems to be able to see through every emotional change of the emperor; this ability to adapt to circumstances, can cope with any situation with ease; and this precise grasp of the emperor's thoughts, is absolutely accurate, this value emotion is directly maxed out!

In fact, the emperor was indeed very satisfied with Zhang Rang's reaction, and secretly praised him for being sensible and polite.

When only the emperor and the empress were left in the room, the emperor slowly took the empress's hands, his eyes full of affection and guilt, as if they could penetrate the vicissitudes of life, his voice was low and full of endless emotion: "Wanyi, you have suffered a lot these years!"

For many years, the emperor hasn't heard the name Queen for a long time.

At this moment, the queen could no longer hold back, tears burst out like a flood, and she sobbed and said: "Your Majesty, I am not suffering, not suffering——"

The queen sobbed and wiped her tears with a handkerchief. Her voice was trembling but firm, and her firmness revealed her deep affection and tolerance for the emperor.

Although the queen was very pleased that the emperor could see her difficulties, a warm feeling surged in her heart, as if she was bathing in the spring sunshine in the cold winter.

But she was first and foremost the empress of the Great Zhou, carrying the heavy responsibility of being the mother of a country. That responsibility was like a thousand-pound burden on her shoulders. Only secondarily was she the emperor's wife.

Soon, she realized that the emperor's transformation was too rapid, as if he suddenly became clear-headed. Yes, his entire body went from being in chaos and confusion to being clear-headed, as if the clouds had cleared and the sun had appeared.

So the Queen asked tentatively: "Your Majesty, why are you suddenly..."

There was a hint of doubt and caution in the Queen's tone. She stared at the Emperor closely, trying to find the answer from his expression. Her eyes were full of concern and expectation.

The emperor, who came during the Qingming Festival, naturally understood the deep meaning of his wife's words.

He sighed slightly, his eyes filled with emotion and self-blame, and said, "Don't be so cautious. I don't know why, but I suddenly realized that I have done a lot of stupid things over the years."

The emperor's voice was low, like thunder echoing in his ears, and his face was full of regret. That regretful expression could not help but move anyone who saw it.

As expected, the queen became nervous again, with an anxious look on her face, and said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty, how about calling the imperial physician to take a look at you? Your Majesty is in this and that, and this and that... How can you attend court tomorrow to handle government affairs?"

The emperor thought for a moment after hearing this, and then said, "We really need to invite someone in to ask."

Then, the emperor said to the secret guards hiding in the dark, "Go and bring Feng Yan in quickly."

"Extend?" The empress was slightly startled when she heard the emperor's order. Her eyebrows were knitted tightly, and she asked with a puzzled look on her face: "Your Majesty, you mentioned this person. Are you guessing that this is a method of exorcism?"

This time the emperor did not answer, but sighed deeply. The sigh seemed to carry endless vicissitudes of life, and his eyes were filled with deep fatigue and helplessness. He only said: "Wanyi, I am tired."

When the queen heard this, her heart suddenly tightened, as if it was grabbed by an invisible big hand. Her pretty face was instantly filled with deep worry, which weighed heavily on her face like a haze.

So she stopped asking questions, because she knew very well that what the emperor needed at the moment was quiet and rest.

She immediately stood up, her movements as gentle as the wind, and personally helped the emperor to the bed in the inner room, and then said softly, "Your Majesty, please lean back and rest for a while. I will stay here with you, just tell me if you have anything to say."

The emperor was indeed tired, and he didn't say anything polite. "Wait a minute, Feng Yan will come and wake me up."

His voice was filled with deep weariness, as if he had used up all his strength to utter every word. After he finished speaking, he slowly closed his eyes, and countless worries seemed to be hidden behind those tightly closed eyes.

The queen was about to speak when she heard this, as if there were thousands of words surging in her heart. After thinking for a while, she gently closed her mouth. She nodded slightly, her eyes full of obedience and concern.

This situation is also happening in many places within the Great Zhou, but the circumstances are slightly different.

Some were very proactive and started flipping through the piles of files without saying anything;

Some people think about it for a moment, pause for a moment, and then immediately conduct a detailed inspection of their home.

Although their methods are different, the ultimate goal is the same.

On the emperor's side, things were not going well.

Before the secret guards sent by the emperor could enter the Feng Mansion, they were ruthlessly stopped by the personal guards that Feng Yan had arranged to be on high alert outside.

It was not the first time that the secret guard had set foot in the Feng Mansion, and he immediately started fighting with the Feng guards.

What is even more embarrassing is that the other side is obviously more powerful, but they just surrounded them and did not kill them.

This situation was a great humiliation. An Yi could no longer hold back. He opened his eyes wide and asked in a stern voice, "Who are you?"

"You all know that we are here to take Lord Feng to the palace on the orders of the Emperor. If we delay important matters, can you bear the serious consequences?"

Unfortunately, the Feng Guards only listened to Feng Yan's orders. One of the leaders had a blank expression on his face and said firmly, "The head of the family has ordered that even if the sky falls today, not a single fly can be allowed into the Feng Mansion."

"You..." An Yi was so angry that his whole body was shaking, his eyes were about to spit fire, but he also realized something in an instant. He stopped pestering, gritted his teeth, and returned as quickly as possible to report.

Royal Palace

Hearing the secret guard's reply, the emperor's face suddenly darkened as if water could drip out of it. He clenched his fists tightly and shouted angrily, "Feng Yan!"

Then, as if realizing something, the anger on his face was gradually replaced by deep fear, and he murmured to himself, "Feng Yan!"