The evil woman is arrogant and the cold emperor can't sleep at night

As luck would have it, I met Mu Chenye just after I left the palace.

"Why are you here?"

Mu Chenye saw her, turned around and came to greet her. Seeing that she looked unhappy, he asked her with concern.

"What's wrong? You look so ugly."

"I just met the prince."

For some reason, Shen Tangan felt much more relaxed when he saw him.

Mu Chenye raised his eyebrows when he heard this, "What did he say to make you so nervous?"

Could it be that he was harassing her again about breaking off the engagement?

"Not really."

Shen Tangan shook her head. She was not worried about the prince's actions, but she felt that he seemed much more stable than before, and even his mind became more meticulous, which made her feel inexplicably oppressed.

"Isn't the prince under house arrest by His Majesty?"

"I just came out of the Imperial Study. I heard that my brother is going to send me to Jizhou to handle a case. I'm afraid I'll have to leave the capital for some time."

Shen Tangan was slightly startled. "Jizhou? That's not a peaceful place. Why would His Majesty send the Crown Prince there?"

Mu Chenye pondered for a moment, "Perhaps your majesty wants to take this opportunity to let the prince gain some experience. Or perhaps there is another deeper meaning behind it."

A trace of worry surged in Shen Tangan's heart, "I'm afraid things won't be that simple, right?"

She looked at Mu Chenye worriedly, hoping that this matter had nothing to do with him.

You should know that His Majesty has already granted marriage for the Crown Prince and Shen Qingwan, and the wedding will take place soon. It is really strange to ask him to go to Jizhou at this time.

Could it be targeting Mu Chenye?

However, he is in a high position with great power and is surrounded by many secret guards. If there is any sign of trouble, they will definitely be more sensitive than her.

After hesitating for a moment, he still reminded her with concern.

"Your Majesty, you should be more careful about the prince."

Mu Chenye looked at her, a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes.

"Okay, the king will be fine, you don't need to worry."

"It would be best if nothing happens."

Shen Tangan looked up at him, and when he thought of the assassination attempt on his life in the suburbs of Beijing, he still felt a shadow in his heart.

Mu Chenye chuckled, "Anyway, the prince leaving the capital is a good thing for you. At least, he won't bother you anymore."

Shen Tangan sighed softly, "I hope so. But for some reason, I always have a feeling of uneasiness in my heart."

"Don't be afraid, I will protect you."

Mu Chenye smiled slightly and held her hand.

"Why are you entering the palace today?"

"The Queen Mother was not feeling well, so she summoned me to the palace to talk."

Speaking of the Queen Mother, Shen Tangan couldn't help but look up at him.

"You told me to stay away from the Queen Mother last time, but since the Queen Mother has summoned me, I can't refuse."

Mu Chenye frowned slightly, "The Queen Mother's mind is unpredictable, and I am worried that you will be involved in unnecessary trouble. If the Queen Mother summons you again in the future, you must be careful. I always feel that the Queen Mother may have other purposes in summoning you to the palace this time."

Shen Tangan's heart tightened. The Queen Mother seemed to be normal, but people's hearts are hidden. Who knows what she is thinking?

"It's okay. I know you are a cautious person. We don't need to panic. Besides being ill, is there anything else wrong with the Queen Mother?"

Shen Tangan shook his head. "There's nothing unusual. The Queen Mother just talked to me about some daily matters and asked about my recent situation."

"Okay, I will protect you, but you should not take it lightly in front of the Queen Mother."

Mu Chenye frowned slightly. If it weren’t for him, the Queen Mother would not have summoned Shen Tangan.

He and the Queen Mother were not biological mother and son, so naturally there was no real love between them.

But ever since her brother the Emperor granted her the marriage, she has summoned Shen Tangan into the palace time and again, and her purpose is definitely not simple.

"I will." Shen Tangan nodded in response.

She looked at Mu Chenye, her heart filled with emotion.

With him by her side, she felt like she had a solid support.

"Your Majesty, we should make plans now."

Mu Chenye pondered for a moment, "Let's wait and see what happens after the Crown Prince leaves the capital. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the situation on the Queen Mother's side. If there is anything unusual, inform me in time."

Shen Tangan gently held Mu Chenye's hand, "Okay, Your Majesty, please be careful."

She didn't want Mu Chenye to get hurt again. One such serious injury was enough.

"rest assured."

Mu Chenye lowered his eyes and looked at her with gentle eyes.

Whenever I face her, my heart always softens.

"I will take you back to your home."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The corners of Shen Tangan's mouth curled up, and a sly smile flashed in his eyes.

"Between you and me, there's no need to thank each other."

Mu Chenye frowned somewhat unhappily. Why should they be so polite to each other?

He didn't like the fact that Shen Tangan always thanked him and seemed much more distant.

"Why would the prince be so concerned about such a small matter?"

Shen Tangan achieved his goal and smiled innocently.

She always likes to tease Mu Chenye like this, the key is that he falls for it every time.

Mu Chenye looked at Shen Tangan's snickering face, and the unhappiness in his heart instantly disappeared.

He shook his head helplessly, but the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously.

"You only know how to make fun of me."

The two walked side by side, the sunlight shining on them, as if covering them with a layer of warm glow.

Shen Tangan tilted her head slightly and looked at Mu Chenye's handsome profile, her heart filled with sweetness.

"Your Highness, do you think the prince will encounter danger when he goes to Jizhou?" Shen Tangan asked softly.

Mu Chenye thought for a moment, "The prince will naturally be protected by guards, but the land of Jizhou is indeed not peaceful, and anything is possible. But we don't need to worry too much, let's see how things develop."

Shen Tangan nodded gently, "Yes, we can only wait and see. I just hope that everything can be settled as soon as possible without any more twists and turns."

As they were talking, they arrived at the gate of Shen's Mansion.

Mu Chenye stopped and looked at Shen Tangan gently. "Okay, go in quickly. Remember what I said, be careful."

Shen Tangan looked at Mu Chenye, her eyes full of reluctance. "My Lord, you must take care of yourself too." After saying that, she turned around and walked into the mansion.

Mu Chenye watched Shen Tangan's back disappear behind the door before turning around and leaving. He knew that the road ahead was still full of unknowns, but as long as Shen Tangan was by his side, he would have endless courage and strength to face everything.

"Miss, Madam wants you to go to Biyun Courtyard."

Shen Tangan had just returned home when the maid in the courtyard told her that her mother was looking for her.

When I arrived at Biyun Courtyard, I saw my mother looking through the household account books. Since she took over the management of the household finances, she has become increasingly busy.

Every time she saw her, she was either looking at the account books or assigning tasks to the servants in the mansion. She was worried that her mother would be tired.

"Mother, you should take a rest, why are you always watching?"

Shen Tangan walked forward and said in a slightly coquettish tone.

"coming?"

Hearing this, Lin put down what he was holding, looked up at her with a smile.

"Zheng has messed up the Marquis's Mansion. It will take some effort to sort out these account books."

"There are so many capable people around mother, why do you have to do it yourself? Your own health is the most important. You have just recovered from a serious illness, so you must take good care of yourself."

Shen Tangan held her hand and looked at her with concern.