The delicate little cabbage was pushed by the old emperor

After seeing the Queen and the others walk away, Shen Leyan was no longer interested in appreciating the scenery here, and after a while she took the two of them back to the tent.

Shen Leyan, sitting on the couch, fell into deep thought about what happened today. The queen suddenly mentioned Bai Jingxuan intentionally, wondering if it was related to her marriage.

She had originally planned to use this spring hunt to make things clear with Bai Jingxuan, but she never found a chance to meet him. Unexpectedly, it was him who saved her that day.

However, she had a good impression of him last time, but her current relationship with the emperor seemed to have exceeded her previous expectations...

As soon as Shen Lebai came back, he went straight to his sister's tent. Not only did he perform well in the polo match today, but he also did well in other aspects. He also received praise from the emperor and many rewards.

Seeing his sister's worried expression, he generously gave all the things to Shen Leyan. When she was a child, whenever Shen Lebai made her angry, he would always find ways to give her gifts to cheer her up, and this habit has continued to this day.

Shen Leyan would be quickly coaxed whenever she received a gift. After all, which girl wouldn't be happy when receiving a gift?

At this moment, she immediately stopped the messy thoughts in her head and happily chose her brother's spoils of the day.

Shen Lebai was also very excited to share the results of today's game with her.

The one who gained the most this time should be the third prince. Not only did he get the most prey among the hunting team yesterday, he was also the most outstanding in all the competitions today.

This is also thanks to the fact that the most proud eldest prince in the past was unable to attend this time. Today, not only did many ministers praise him, but even the emperor praised him today.

Everyone looked at the emperor's outward attitude. The eldest prince was punished, and the third prince had the upper hand. It seemed that the position of the crown prince was almost certain to be secured.

The ministers' speculation was soon confirmed. On the morning of the second day after returning to Beijing, Emperor Yong'an announced the edict to establish a crown prince.

"Fengtian Chengyun Emperor, the imperial edict said:

I have received the mandate of Heaven, nurturing the people, with the safety of the state as my primary concern, and the succession of my throne as my primary worry. Among my sons, the Third Prince, Xiao Yu, is my legitimate son, of pure virtue and virtuous character, and is well-suited to succeed the throne.

I have observed the past and present. The prince is the heir to the throne of the country and the pillar of the nation.

After careful consideration, I have decided to appoint Xiao Yu as the crown prince to inherit the throne in order to consolidate the foundation of the country and reassure the people.

I hope that the Crown Prince will be diligent in his work and care for the people, learn the ways of literature, carry on my legacy, work diligently to govern the country, and create a prosperous era. I will teach him with all my heart, so that he will have the virtue and talent to rule the world.

Admire this! "

The news caused an uproar in the court. The ministers who supported the third prince were naturally overjoyed, while those who originally supported the eldest prince sighed inwardly.

The Queen's mother's family, the Lu family, as the Prince's maternal grandparents, naturally rose in status and became extremely prosperous for a time.

The ministers who were previously on the side of the eldest prince will probably be suppressed and unable to move an inch in the court in the future, but the Ye family's position as a large military force is also difficult to shake.

Regardless of who became the crown prince, the Shen family wasn't greatly affected. Shen Hong'an, a humble man, had risen to the position of prime minister, and he had nothing more to ask for. If he hadn't been favored by the emperor, and if it weren't for the fact that it wasn't time to abdicate, he would have wanted to live a peaceful and quiet life with his wife.

After Shen Leyan learned in her father's study that the third prince had become the crown prince, she was in a daze for a long time. Recalling the queen's attitude in the peach forest last time, she felt a little uneasy in her heart.

Shen Leyan's worries were confirmed soon after, but it was not because of her.

Before the Spring Banquet, the Queen wanted to find a concubine for the Third Prince. Now that the Third Prince has become the Crown Prince, his status is naturally more noble, and there are naturally countless noble ladies in the capital who want to become the Crown Prince's concubine.

The Queen's idea of ​​choosing a concubine for the Crown Prince naturally does not require Shen Leyan, as the Shangguan family can also be considered.

The Shangguan family, the empress dowager's maternal family, is also considered a royal family. The empress dowager's younger brother Shangguan Rui originally wanted to let his daughter Shangguan Yueyin enter the palace as a concubine.

The emperor is in his prime and has few children. The empress dowager is also optimistic about her niece. Once she enters the palace, she will not only be able to take care of him but also stay with him for a long time.

However, seeing the emperor's attitude towards the harem in the past two years, his own son was of course very clear about his temper. He was afraid of ruining his niece's life, so he was not in a hurry to summon her into the palace.

However, Shangguan Rui did not expect that the emperor would be so eager to appoint a crown prince, and his original intention to let his daughter enter the palace was not so strong at this time.

Although Shangguan Yueyin was indeed a few years older than the prince, the queen thought that the Shangguan family was also a prominent family, and there was also a relationship with the empress dowager. If she really became the prince's concubine, it would be a great addition.

Moreover, if Shangguan Yueyin entered the palace, she would be a big worry for the Queen under the care of the Queen Mother.

Kunning Palace

The queen has been enjoying great glory these days. Even the imperial concubine has changed her arrogant attitude and started to act low-key and not compete with her.

Now that her son has become the crown prince, she is looking for a new concubine for the crown prince. Even if the imperial concubine's confinement is lifted, she is not afraid of the imperial concubine and the eldest prince at all.

"Shangguan Rui, this old fox, really knows how to adapt to the situation."

"But I heard that Miss Shangguan seems to be already eighteen years old this year, which makes her several years older than our Crown Prince."

The Queen put down the book and sighed, "I know this too, but the Shangguan family only has one legitimate daughter. How can a concubine's daughter be worthy of Yu'er's concubine position?"

"Besides, Shangguan Yueyin is a well-educated lady from a famous family. Even though she is a few years older, it doesn't matter. It's better for her to be Yu'er's concubine than to be sent to the palace by that old fox."

"Your Majesty is wise."

Emperor Yong'an, who was reviewing memorials in the Yangxin Palace, soon learned of the marriage between the Crown Prince and the Shangguan family and frowned.

Although he had no romantic interest in Shangguan Yueyin, the Queen Mother loved her dearly. He did not particularly approve of this marriage, but his plan could not be exposed.

"Has the Queen Mother expressed her opinion?"

"Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager was a little unhappy when she learned about this, but she didn't say much. After all, Your Majesty is unwilling to take any more concubines."

"Besides, Lord Shangguan has made up his mind, and Miss Shangguan is too old to delay any longer."

Emperor Yong'an stroked his brows. He was just worried that after the Lu family fell, Shangguan Yueyin would also suffer and make the Queen Mother sad.

The more complacent the Queen and the Lu family become, the more likely they are to make mistakes. Now he can only wait for the fish to take the bait.

He didn't have much affection for the queen, they just treated each other with respect.

But the Lu family's hands are getting longer and longer, and it's time to eliminate them.

The Queen Mother was also displeased with the Queen because of the previous Queen's annoyance, but Fang Nian had to compromise because of the power of the Lu family.

Since the queen could not be deposed without reason, he created an opportunity.

In fact, he was quite satisfied with Prince Xiao Yu at the beginning, but under the influence of the Queen, he was too indecisive and unable to handle important responsibilities.

Even if he came to power, I'm afraid that his in-laws would take power and become puppets of the Lu family.