The prince kneels every day. Has the princess forgiven him today?

The others were all stunned.

Xu was actually willing to let the prince and Xi Wan be alone together?

Although they are in the mansion and now they know each other's intentions, if it gets out, it will definitely affect Xi Wan's reputation.

Without waiting for Song Wenyi and Song Junling to express their opinions, Xu drove them away.

As soon as they left the courtyard, Song Wenyi was unhappy, "What does this mean, Madam? How can you allow a man from outside to stay in Xiwan's boudoir?"

Song Junling echoed, "That's right, and Xiwan doesn't seem happy to see the prince either."

Xu glanced at the two of them calmly, "Don't you understand? These two are having a quarrel. This is a good opportunity to clarify things."

The prince is willing to humble himself and coax Xi Wan, and his intentions are obvious.

Although they love Xiwan, they also have to make plans for the future. Xiwan just said that she will not marry anyone but the prince. If there is a conflict between the two families, Xiwan will be the one in trouble.

Song Wenyi understood that Xu had her reasons for doing this, but he still grumbled unhappily, "Why do you insist on us staying away? What if he's bullying Xi Wan behind her back?"

Xu glared at him unhappily and turned back to the yard.

What is there to say to such a stubborn person?

Xi Wan has been recuperating in the prince's mansion for a few days. Why would she come to the Song Mansion to bully people? Isn't this just trying to give someone an advantage?

Song Wenyi knew he was in the wrong, so he snorted and followed Xu's footsteps.

Song Junling was left standing there alone, bewildered.

Is that all?

Song Junling glanced sideways and could vaguely see the prince bending down to talk to Xi Wan, his usually stern face filled with gentleness and flattery.

Xi Wan had a cold face and didn't show any good looks. Sometimes he would frown and say some harsh words.

Look, the one being bullied seems to be the prince.

Only then did Song Junling leave with peace of mind.

in the courtyard.

Song Xiwan glared at the person in front of her and asked in confusion, "What kind of magic potion did you secretly feed my mother? Why didn't she kick you out?"

Xie Chengqian smiled faintly and poured her a cup of hot tea. He said rather conceitedly, "Mrs. Song trusts me, so she is willing to leave you to me."

The second half of the sentence didn't make sense. Song Xiwan's eyes turned cold, and he snorted lightly, not even taking the tea.

This anger can't be easily dispelled!

A prodigal son!

Xie Chengqian saw her face flushed with anger, and the corners of his lips curled up unconsciously, "Just now, I heard you express your feelings to your family, and I thought you forgave me."

Song Xiwan suddenly looked up, looking very embarrassed.

"Have you been eavesdropping?"

"No, I'm just sorry to bother you."

Xie Chengqian denied it outright.

Song Xiwan didn't believe a word he said and stared at him with displeasure, "Are you still embarrassed? Is there anyone in this world who is embarrassed?"

Xie Chengqian felt guilty and sat down beside her, holding her hand and saying, "I couldn't help myself. I really know I was wrong."

Song Xiwan glanced at their folded hands, especially his palm, which was hot and had distinct grooves of calluses on it.

This touch... really made her feel flustered.

Song Xiwan was not angry, but she did not dare to think about the scene that made her heart beat faster. She silently withdrew her hand and refused to pay attention to him.

Xie Chengqian was relentless, resting his chin on her shoulder. "I'll be a little busy these days and won't have time to see you. I'll make it up to you later."

The last sentence was full of ambiguity and charm, but Song Xi's attention was all on the previous words.

"Where are you going?"

Xie Chengqian murmured softly, "There will definitely be chaos in the capital. If it is not necessary, don't go out."

Song Xiwan's eyelids twitched, knowing that danger was approaching.

Ever since the emperor became critically ill, Concubine Shen has been dealing with Xie Chengqian every day, trying to see which one can outsmart the other and defeat the other.

What comes next is probably going to be a tough battle.

Song Xiwan held his hand in return, feeling a sinking feeling in her heart, "When will this be done?"

"ASAP."

Xie Chengqian did not have an accurate answer. He did not know how many people Qi Wei brought with him. If they were not completely eliminated, it would only leave hidden dangers.

Concubine Shen is also a trouble. There are many innocent people in the harem. If she perishes along with the emperor and the empress, they will be doomed.

This matter is very tricky.

Song Xiwan was of course aware of the twists and turns involved, so she asked, "What can I do?"

Xie Chengqian placed a light kiss on her forehead and said, "Just take a good rest in the mansion. After the matter is resolved, I will propose marriage to you and take you back to Prince Xuan's mansion."

Song Xiwan's eyes were dark, and she didn't even bother to refute the joke. She just said, "Keep me updated on the situation."

"it is good."

Xie Chengqian agreed to all of her requests, observing her expression with deep eyes, and then asked again, "So, you forgive me?"

The topic comes back again.

Song Xiwan looked helpless and didn't want to answer this question.

shameless!

Xie Chengqian chuckled and held her in his arms, sighing, "Today I realized that Xiwan's heart is softer than the clouds in the sky."

Song Xiwan asked with a twitch of her lips, "I just realized that in your eyes, I was actually a heartless person before."

"No, it's my sweetheart."

Xie Chengqian answered seriously, almost causing Song Xiwan to choke.

He's crazy!

Song Xiwan felt that she could no longer stay in the same space with Xie Chengqian, so she quickly asked Qiu Zhu to send him away.

Xie Chengqian didn't stay any longer. "Rest early. If you can't sleep, ask Qiuzhu to light the calming incense given by the genius doctor, and send someone to the palace to inform me."

After leaving these words, he finally left.

Song Xiwan was shocked. Forget about the calming incense, but he was planning to come over in the middle of the night to inform him about it.

However, her mind soon turned to other things.

What will happen to Shangjing City in the end?

The military order failed to mobilize all the imperial guards, and the Minister of War was extremely annoyed. He and Su Xunyao went to the military camp outside the city.

"Are these Imperial Guards crazy? They won't even obey the military order. If Prime Minister Su had gone there in person, it might have been helpful, but they've become so sick at this critical moment."

Along the way, Su Xunyao heard a lot of this, and impatience flashed in his eyes.

She threw the question back, "Aren't all the Imperial Guards in Shangjing City incorporated into the Ministry of War? Why can't the Minister mobilize them even with two military tokens?"

The Minister of War was embarrassed by the questioning, but he did not dare to cause trouble with Su Xunyao at this time.

"These guards were all trained by military commanders, and these commanders have always been obedient to King Xuan. This must be King Xuan's order!"

Su Xunyao sneered, "You mean, the prince's command is more effective than this military token?"

The Minister of War choked again.

At present, this is indeed the case.

Su Xunyao was so angry that she was surrounded by all these unpresentable things. She was not as strategic as Concubine Shen.

She said coldly, "If that's the case, then King Xuan is guilty of treason and will be convicted of the crime of rebellion. Those who aided him will be punished with death, and all nine generations of their clan will be exterminated."

The Minister of War was shocked by Su Xunyao's cold tone and stared at her in a daze.

Then, I finally understood what she meant!