Tang Dynasty: To win Yang Guifei, they asked Emperor Xuanzong to die.

Today is the first day of the issuance of the Hematite Edict.

For the next few days, Li Mao's men relayed the messages to Xiao Xizi.

Finally, Xiao Xizi relayed the message to Gao Chen.

Gao Chen looked at the message that came back and hesitated several times about whether he should report it to the Emperor.

But upon closer reflection, it turns out to be nothing more than a trivial matter.

It's almost identical to the previous ones; even if it were presented to the Emperor, he probably wouldn't even glance at it.

Not to mention the current emperor, who deals with memorials when he is sober, and drinks wine at night while being served by Xianglan.

Gao Chen said with a gloomy look, "His Majesty will get into trouble sooner or later because of that Xianglan."

Despite this fact, Gao Chen had no way to deal with it.

They could only let Li Longji do as he pleased.

Chaos reigned both inside and outside the palace.

Gao Chen waited, he couldn't believe that he had already tampered with the racecourse and informed the various princes.

After the princes lost money at the racecourse, they would surely go together to cause trouble for Li Mao.

They might collectively petition to impeach Li Mao and force him to close the racetrack.

Thinking of this, Gao Chen felt much more relaxed.

at the same time.

As planned, Xianglan stopped poisoning Li Longji for a period of time.

This poison should not be given to Li Longji continuously.

Otherwise, not only will the poison fight poison with poison, but Li Longji will also gradually develop antibodies, allowing the poison to take effect gradually in his body.

Another purpose was to preserve the fragrant orchid.

Xianglan usually served Li Longji. Not only did the concubines in the harem have a lot of complaints about Xianglan, but even the families behind those imperial concubines harbored resentment towards her.

Judging by the time, Li Longji will soon be poisoned, so it's time for Xianglan to go into hiding for a while.

Therefore, today Xianglan deliberately arranged to have Consort Liu Hua serve Li Longji together.

"Sister Hua Fei, I got my period today, so today..."

Consort Liu quickly grabbed Xianglan's arm and said, "Sister, what are you saying? I'm so grateful to you for bringing me along to serve His Majesty today."

Xianglan smiled faintly, then walked hand in hand with Consort Liu into the Imperial Study.

At this moment, Li Longji was reviewing memorials, with several jars of tribute wine beside him.

It was clear that he planned to drink after reviewing the memorials.

"Greetings to the Holy One."

Li Longji said without looking up, "No need for formalities."

As Li Longji finished speaking, the two women sat quietly to the side, waiting for him to review the memorials.

An hour later,

Just as the two women were dozing off, Li Longji snapped the memorial shut.

"Your Majesty."

The two looked at Li Longji with delight.

Li Longji took a deep breath, then smiled and looked at the two of them, asking, "Why are you traveling together today?"

Consort Liu smiled gently and said, "My sister has her period. I was afraid that Your Majesty would be lonely, so I dared to keep you company."

As she spoke, Liu Huafei glanced at Xianglan with a hint of apology.

The tea flavor is so strong that it's quite fragrant.

Xianglan smiled outwardly, but inwardly she was cursing.

"You deserve to be the scapegoat."

After hearing this, Li Longji deliberately scrutinized Xianglan a few more times.

I always felt that Xianglan was not acting voluntarily; perhaps she was secretly coerced and lured by Consort Liu.

Li Longji was most disgusted by the infighting in the harem, which is why he would prefer Xianglan even more.

It was precisely because of this that Li Longji felt somewhat annoyed when Xianglan brought Consort Liu Hua to the capital.

But there was nothing he could do. Xianglan had started her period, and even if Li Longji had his own ideas, he couldn't ignore them.

"Since you've started your period, go back to the palace to rest."

Xianglan quickly stood up, then clasped her hands at her waist and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your consideration, Your Majesty. I am unwell, but I will do my best to serve you in the future."

"Well, back off."

"Chen and concubine retire."

After saying this, Xianglan slowly walked out of the Imperial Study.

When Gao Chen, who was hiding in the shadows, saw this situation, he was immediately stunned.

Why is this happening today?

After thinking about it, I understood.

He then immediately sent someone to fetch the eunuch from Consort Liu's residence and whispered a few words to him.

As night fell, lingering sounds echoed in the Imperial Study.

Gao Chen stood outside the door, enduring the cold wind and mental torment.

Seven days passed quickly.

Everything went exactly as Gao Chen had predicted.

Many princes have lost several thousand taels of gold at the racecourse, and some have even lost tens of thousands of taels.

This amount of money is enough to make the princes feel the pinch.

Gao Chen didn't believe these princes could remain indifferent.

In fact, all the princes felt they hadn't lost enough.

It was precisely because of these seven days that Xianglan's menstruation had stopped.

Li Longji couldn't wait to summon Xianglan.

Upon seeing Li Longji, Xianglan immediately bowed and said, "This humble servant greets Your Majesty."

Li Longji waved for Xianglan to sit down.

Two flames seemed to be burning in his eyes.

Xianglan not only had no background, but also knew how to be considerate and caring, and never participated in the palace intrigues. Most importantly, Xianglan not only looked like Consort Wu Hui, but was also a disciple of a famous courtesan.

This is something that none of the beauties in the harem could match.

Especially these past few days, being served by the other concubines, there's no harm without comparison.

Even if the concubines were changed every day, none of them could compare to Xianglan.

Xianglan naturally sensed Li Longji's aggressive gaze.

But she was prepared.

She not only put on a pale white makeup, but also deliberately covered her mouth and coughed twice.

"I dare not approach Your Majesty. I have caught a cold today and would never dare to get close to you."

Li Longji rarely showed a smile and said, "It's alright, I'm strong and healthy, it's nothing to worry about."

“Ahem!”

Xianglan looked at Li Longji pitifully, her eyes already brimming with tears.

"Your Majesty, even the slightest movement causes me to break out in a cold sweat, which may not satisfy you."

As she spoke, two lines of clear tears slid down Xianglan's cheeks.

Seeing this, Li Longji felt disappointed but still said with some concern, "Since you are not feeling well, then go back and rest."

"I will send an imperial physician there later."

Xianglan bowed and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. I will take my leave now."

The moment she stepped out, Xianglan gave Liu Huafei a kind look, to which Liu Huafei returned a grateful look.

These past few days, if it weren't for Xianglan, she probably wouldn't have even been able to see Li Longji.

Fortunately, the imperial physician had already been bribed by Li Mao, so when Li Longji asked, Physician Wang said very firmly, "Her Majesty has indeed caught a cold and needs to rest for some time."

Li Longji said somewhat helplessly, "Never mind, never mind, Consort Hua, come and pour me some wine."

Consort Liu stepped forward with a joyful expression and gently picked up the wine jar to pour wine for Li Longji.

In the blink of an eye.

Ten days have passed, and Li Mao has taken back the Red Iron Token, causing all the princes to become excited...