The Royal Family's Orphan is on the Rise

For Shen Jiarou, who is experienced in handling affairs, no matter how big the harem is, she can handle it well without anyone finding fault with it.

Since Defei was slightly punished by Ji Chenyu, her attitude towards Shen Jiarou has changed drastically. She is more active than anyone else in visiting her morning and evening, for fear of being corrected again.

Even if Shen Jiarou didn't punish her, she wouldn't dare to challenge her authority again on the grounds of her seniority when she entered the palace. In fact, she understood Shen Jiarou's methods a little bit, but she didn't know what was wrong with her at the beginning, and she had to suffer the consequences.

The harem was peaceful, but the previous dynasty was indeed not so peaceful because during the morning court session, Tang Wenzong, who was the envoy of the Censorate, submitted his resignation, which caused an uproar in the court. After all, his position was extremely important, ranking second rank.

"Master Tang, have you thought it through?"

Tang Wenzong raised his head and said seriously, "Your Majesty, I have thought it over. I am old and I don't have the energy to continue serving as the Director of the Censorate. I should give more opportunities for development and promotion to younger officials. Please allow me to resign and return home to enjoy my old age. I will be grateful."

Ji Chen thought for a moment, then looked at the calm and composed Shen Jiarou.

"What does the Princess Regent think?"

Shen Jiarou stepped out and bowed, "Your Majesty, my father has been an official for many years. Now that he is old, he is not as energetic as the younger officials. I think it would be a good idea for him to resign and return home to enjoy his old age. After all, he has done a lot for the court and the people. The court should support my request."

Emperor Wenzong of Tang nodded solemnly: "The Regent Princess is right, Your Majesty, look at this..."

Ji Chenyu frowned in thought. The court officials all looked at him, wanting to see how he would handle his father-in-law's request and whether he would be biased.

Ji Chenyu sighed softly and looked at Emperor Wenzong of Tang reluctantly: "In this case, I will approve your request, dear, but do you have any recommendations?"

When the court officials heard this, they all pricked up their ears to listen.

Emperor Wenzong of Tang cupped his hands and said, “This old minister really has it.”

"who is it."

"Lord Quan, the Third-Rank Left Vice-Minister of the Imperial Censorate."

Lord Quan, who is fifty-five years old, did not expect that Lord Shangguan Tang would recommend him. He looked up at his old back with a look of shock.

Ji Chenyu asked curiously: "Why did you recommend him?"

"I have often seen Lord Quan working late into the night. He usually handles things well and rarely makes mistakes. He has been in office for many years and is still honest. The court and the people need such officials who care about the people. The emperor needs them even more. That is why I recommend him with all my strength."

Upon hearing this, Ji Chenyu felt that what he said made sense.

"In this case, the new post of Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate will be taken over by Master Quan. You will take care of the handover in this month."

They both bowed and said, "Yes, Your Majesty."

After the court session, Lord Quan caught up with Emperor Wenzong of Tang and bowed to him solemnly.

"Master Tang, thank you for your recommendation."

"You're welcome. I'm just telling the truth. Work hard, and the emperor and the court will not treat you unfairly." He reached out and patted Lord Quan on the shoulder, then walked forward.

Lord Quan, who was standing still, hurried to follow.

"Yes, Lord Tang, I will do my best and live up to the trust of the Emperor and you."

Tang Wenzong smiled and nodded: "I am optimistic about you."

The two then went to the Censorate to report for duty together.

In the main hall of the imperial study, Ji Chenyu and Shen Jiarou sat down one after another.

"Has the Queen recommended Lord Quan to Lord Tang?"

"I just pointed out the strengths and weaknesses of several adults. Father has his own thoughts. Doesn't the emperor agree with it?" Otherwise, he would not have agreed to father's recommendation.

"I agree. This Lord Quan has been an honest official for many years. It is difficult to find such a talent in the court."

"really."

"After this incident where many old ministers resigned and returned home, I'm afraid that many old ministers will be affected." Whether it was voluntary or forced, the next month will probably be uneasy.

Ji Chenyu sometimes felt that Shen Jiarou was actually very suitable for political intrigues, but she herself did not like political intrigues, but she was not afraid of them either.

The couple began to repeat their previous life trajectory, reviewing memorials one after another.

The decree appointing Mr. Quan to office was sent to the Censorate the next day. Everyone was amazed at the speed, and it made people wonder if the matter had been discussed long ago.

However, except for Lord Quan, Ji Chenyu, Shen Jiarou and Tang Wenzong all knew about this matter, which caught everyone off guard.

The news of Emperor Wenzong of Tang's resignation and returning home and Mr. Quan's inauguration spread quickly among the upper class in Beijing.

Jade Prince's Mansion

To this day, Prince Yu still finds it incredible that Emperor Wenzong of Tang suddenly resigned and returned home, and he is also shocked that he recommended Lord Quan to take over his position.

"It looks like this matter was planned in advance. Otherwise, how could it be so smooth that even the replacement was considered."

The strategist, who was over 40 years old, seriously speculated, "Could it be a coincidence? Although Lord Tang and Lord Quan are superiors and subordinates, they rarely interact with each other in their daily lives."

Prince Yu fell into deep thought: "Could it be that I really misunderstood? The Fourth Princess is now the Queen, and Lord Tang is still her mother's family no matter what. It won't be good for her if he resigns and returns home."

Another counselor speculated and analyzed: "Yes, Your Majesty is right. Perhaps Lord Tang is really old and powerless, so he wants to resign and return home."

After they comforted and convinced themselves, it seemed as if everyone believed it.

Ever since Emperor Wenzong of Tang was allowed to resign and return home, he had felt free of stress and seemed to be several years younger. He would either hum songs involuntarily or go to a teahouse to drink tea and listen to stories after leaving office. His life was extremely happy.

The Queen Mother's secret guards reported everything that happened in the previous dynasty to her. The Queen Mother was shocked that things had escalated so quickly. She had never even heard the couple say anything about this matter.

"What? Lord Tang wants to resign and return home. The Queen agrees and the Emperor also permits him to do so?" How could this matter develop so suddenly? It was unbelievable to her.

In the main hall of the imperial study, Bai Yuechu came personally to ask for an audience.

A palace servant hurried in and said, "Your Majesty, Aunt Bai wants to see you!"

Both the couple were stunned.

Bai Yuechu walked in and bowed respectfully: "Your servant greets His Majesty, and Your Majesty the Queen."

Ji Chenyu raised his hand: "No need to be polite, Aunt Bai. But what does the Queen Mother want?"

"The Queen Mother invites you to have dinner at Anhe Palace tonight."

The couple looked at each other and felt that their mother had something to ask them.

"I understand. Thank you, Aunt Bai, for making the trip."

"Your Majesty, I am so polite. I will take my leave."

Ji Chenyu nodded silently, and he looked up at Shen Jiarou.

"Has the Queen guessed why Mother is looking for us at the same time?"

Shen Jiarou analyzed and said, "Maybe it's about Daddy."

Hearing this, Ji Chenyu also felt that this possibility was greater.

The couple went to Anhe Palace for dinner together in the evening. When the empress dowager saw them, she couldn't wait to ask.