The regent is determined to get the daughter of a minor official.

When Rong Mama saw Sheng Liu coming, she was like seeing a patron saint and quickly retreated to his side.

"Commander Sheng, I was ordered by the Grand Empress Dowager to come and ask for the Empress Dowager's approval, but they tried to stop me and even intended to kill me!"

Madam Rong glanced at the whole room, pointed at the eunuch who had not yet thrown away the stick, and made an angry accusation.

"Look, look, this bastard is holding a stick, he wants to beat me to death.

If you had come a step later, I would no longer be able to serve my master!"

Wei Qilin's face changed and he hurriedly explained.

"Commander Sheng, don't listen to her nonsense. The Queen Mother is unwell and needs to rest. We are only following orders."

Sheng Liu put his hand on the hilt of the knife at his waist and said in a deep voice.

"Someone, go and invite the Prince Regent and the Grand Empress Dowager over."

After saying that, Sheng Liu arranged for people to surround the Queen Mother's bedroom.

Wei Shushu was confused about what was going on inside and was still blaming Commander Sheng for surrounding the Empress Dowager's bedroom like this.

Aunt Pi, Wei Qilin and the others were terrified.

Wei Qilin tried to move his feet and try to escape, but it was impossible as Sheng Liu's men held a knife to his neck.

Sheng Liu glanced at him sideways and spoke word by word.

"From this moment on, no one in Fengqi Palace is allowed to move. Anyone who disobeys will be killed without mercy!"

Time seemed to stand still, and Mama Pi and the others could only wait for an unknown outcome of life or death.

......

The banquet has begun. This flower-viewing banquet hosted by the Queen Mother is very good.

But not many people actually care whether she comes or not.

The Empress Dowager had forgotten all about this at this moment, and was chatting and laughing with Xu Keke while enjoying the singing and dancing.

Only the little emperor was holding his dragon robe under the desk, looking towards the palace entrance from time to time.

The palace maids carried plates back and forth and served food to the young masters and ladies.

Those who came today were either the mistresses of various families or young gentlemen and ladies.

As for those ministers in the court?

You are so old, why do you still appreciate flowers?

Wouldn’t it be nice to stay at home and accompany your concubine?

The mistresses of the house came here to socialize and help the master of the house build connections.

The second reason is to help the children in the mansion to look after each other. After all, the children are too young, so we have to help to take a look at them.

Appreciating the flowers is secondary. The flowers in the palace are indeed more abundant and rare, but who doesn’t have a small garden in their house?

Everyone had a pleasant exchange with each other and enjoyed the first court song and dance at the beginning.

Suddenly, the atmosphere in the hall became lively.

Unexpectedly, before the first song and dance was over, a young eunuch guarding outside the hall hurried in to report.

"The Empress Dowager, the Regent, and the Commander of the Imperial Guard, Lord Sheng, have sent to invite you two over.

It was said that something unusual was happening in the Empress Dowager's bedroom, and Rong Mama, who went to ask for the Empress Dowager's help, was beaten by her people."

The eunuch's shrill voice reported throughout the room.

The Empress Dowager frowned, her face instantly darkened, and she placed the cup in her hand heavily on the table.

"How outrageous! When did the harem become so unruly? I have to go and see what this abnormality is all about!"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone present stood up and expressed their desire to go together.

Concubine Shu was the first to express her loyalty.

"Grand Empress Dowager, this matter is of great importance. I am willing to go with you to ensure your safety."

The mistresses of each family also spoke at once.

"Grand Empress Dowager, let's go and take a look. Perhaps we can help to persuade them. Please don't damage the relationship."

Although the young men and women did not dare to speak rashly, they all showed curiosity and worry that was hard to tell whether it was true or not.

The Empress Dowager glanced at everyone and said in a deep voice:

"After all, this is the harem, so please don't follow me, gentlemen. I must get to the bottom of this matter today!"

Then, the ladies stood up one after another as if they had received permission, and some young ladies who loved to watch the fun also followed.

Xu Keke sat there without moving. There were too many people around and she had to protect the fetus in her belly.

Seeing that she didn't move, Chu Musheng said to the Empress Dowager.

"Mother, please take someone to see what's going on. I need to stay here to accompany the princess. She's not feeling well."

The Empress Dowager nodded and said to Xu Keke.

"My daughter-in-law is waiting here. I will be back soon."

After saying this, he left the banquet hall surrounded by people.

The little emperor looked panicked and at a loss as to what to do in the direction where the Empress Dowager and the others had left.

Xu Ke's eyes fell on the little emperor's face, and he suddenly felt a little sorry for him.

He was crowned emperor at such a young age and shouldered a heavy burden that he shouldn't have to bear at his age.

This is not a shortcut to growth, but a restriction on children's nature.

Although the yellow robe is glorious, it is not what the young boy wants.

Xu Ke's heart softened, and she walked to the little emperor and comforted him softly.

"Don't be afraid, Your Majesty. The Empress Dowager will definitely handle this matter."

The little emperor looked up at Xu Keke, his eyes full of confusion and helplessness.

"Aunt Imperial, are Mother and Grandmother going to have a quarrel? I'm... a little scared..."

Xu Ke gently held the little emperor's hand.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, everything will be fine."

Chu Musheng watched Xu Ke comfort the little emperor and did not say anything to stop him.

Instead, he sighed softly.

After today, the little emperor will no longer have his mother's care.

Cruel?

Chu Musheng didn't think so. He was just using his own method to retaliate.

Besides, Shen Qingfeng was also found by the Queen Mother herself.

At this time, other people in the hall also began to discuss in low voices.

"What on earth happened in the Queen Mother's chamber? Why is there such a commotion?"

"Who knows? I'm afraid it won't be a small matter."

"Alas, I'm afraid the days in this palace are not so peaceful."

Xu Keke became more and more worried as he listened to these discussions.

She looked at the little emperor and saw that he was pursing his lips and his face was pale.

"Your Majesty, why don't we go and take a look too?"

Xu Ke asked tentatively.

The little emperor hesitated for a moment and nodded.

"No need to go, the princess will wait here, I believe there will be a result soon."

Chu Musheng said lightly.

"Come here, send the emperor back to the palace."

Soon several eunuchs came forward and prepared to escort the little emperor back to the palace.

The little emperor was somewhat reluctant. He looked at Xu Keke, then at Chu Musheng, and finally left with the eunuchs.

Xu Keke sat back next to Chu Musheng and whispered to him.

"Your Majesty, I don't know if it's because I'm pregnant, but my heart is always so soft.

Look at the little emperor. When something happened with the empress dowager, no one came to ask for his opinion, let alone care about his thoughts.

Childish and innocent.

He was still so weak and helpless that he was sent back to the palace by you, Your Highness, even while he was sitting here waiting for the result.

He's just a child, he doesn't know anything in the palace, wouldn't that make me even more worried?"

Chu Musheng held Xu Keke's hand and massaged her gently, his voice unable to tell whether he was happy or angry.

"Things in the palace are always complicated. Princess, please don't worry too much, or it will affect the fetus in your womb."

Xu Ke didn't say anything else. He turned around and looked behind him. The faint fragrance of Dingdang was still there.

However, Nanny Wang was missing. She must have gone to the Empress Dowager's bedroom with the Empress Dowager and the others.

Yes, I heard from Nanny Wang that she and Nanny Rong have been good sisters for many years.

Rong Mama was bullied, so how could Wang Mama not go and take a look?