strictlysupreme Chapter 309 Rat crossing the street
Chapter 309 Rat crossing the street
When Jiang Shuyu woke up in the morning, Xiao Jingchuan had already gone to the morning court. A lot of things had happened in Dongli Kingdom during this period. Although Emperor Shunqing was out of danger, his health was getting worse day by day. Naturally, he had no energy to take charge of state affairs. All of this fell on Xiao Jingchuan. Knowing that Xiao Jingchuan was busy with official duties, Jiang Shuyu felt a little disappointed when she saw Xiao Jingchuan leave, but she didn't care too much.
Jiang Shuyu sat on the bed, looking at the bright light outside, and thinking about what happened last night, she suddenly felt ashamed. She endured the pain in her body and finally walked down.
Yu Lan heard the sound and hurriedly pushed the door open. Seeing Jiang Shuyu already sitting in front of the dressing table, she walked over to serve her:
"Princess, when the prince left, he instructed her to have a good rest. I will help you wash up first. He will send someone to take you to the palace later. The prince is so considerate!"
Hearing Yu Lan's words, Jiang Shuyu's cheeks suddenly turned red. She didn't expect Xiao Jingchuan to specifically instruct Yu Lan not to call her. Although Xiao Jingchuan had already made arrangements, she couldn't feel at ease to enjoy the protection he brought.
With Yu Lan's help, Jiang Shuyu quickly finished washing up. Looking at the woman in front of her who was more beautiful than a flower, Yu Lan couldn't help but exclaimed: "The princess is so beautiful."
Listening to Yu Lan's words, Jiang Shuyu said helplessly: "Alright, stop joking. We have to go to the palace to express our gratitude soon. Go and see if everything is ready outside!"
Seeing Jiang Shuyu's red cheeks, Yu Lan couldn't help but chuckle. As a new wife, the girl was really shy.
Jiang Shuyu watched Yu Lan leave, with helplessness in her eyes. She couldn't help but look at the woman in the mirror. Seeing the woman in the mirror with spring in her eyes, Jiang Shuyu quickly withdrew her gaze, feeling shy in her heart. Is this still her? Hiding the strangeness in her eyes, Jiang Shuyu hurriedly walked outside.
Jiang Shuyu was just about to get on the carriage when she saw Xiao Jingchuan rushing over. Jiang Shuyu paused and couldn't help but look at Xiao Jingchuan:
"Why is your Highness here at this time?"
Listening to Jiang Shuyu's words, Xiao Jingchuan couldn't help but say, "Things have been dealt with. I will naturally accompany you. Father has woken up. Let's go together!"
Knowing that Xiao Jingchuan came back specially to accompany her to the palace, Jiang Shuyu felt warm in her heart. She immediately placed her hand in Xiao Jingchuan's and got on the carriage together.
Inside the carriage, Jiang Shuyu sat on one side, watching Xiao Jingchuan tightly holding her hand. Jiang Shuyu blushed and glanced at Xiao Jingchuan. She thought Xiao Jingchuan would let her go, but Xiao Jingchuan not only did not let go, but held her even tighter: "It's a bit cold today, why don't you wear more clothes?"
Listening to Xiao Jingchuan's words, Jiang Shuyu couldn't help but lift the car curtain and look outside. The sun was shining brightly outside, and the sky was full of clouds. It was a beautiful autumn day. How could it be cold?
Seeing the accusation in Jiang Shuyu's eyes, Xiao Jingchuan's mouth curled up slightly into a smile, but his hands did not move at all. Seeing this, Jiang Shuyu's face became a little unnatural, and then she looked outside.
Feeling an unfriendly gaze directed at her, Jiang Shuyu frowned and could not help but look to the side, just in time to see a vicious gaze. Perhaps she did not expect Jiang Shuyu to suddenly see her. The viciousness in Jiang Wanrong's eyes had not been hidden in time, and she could only look at Jiang Shuyu. Feeling Jiang Shuyu's gaze, Jiang Wanrong lowered her head. Now that she had become like this, Jiang Shuyu would definitely not notice her. Thinking of this, Jiang Wanrong did not stay any longer, and immediately turned around and left.
Xiao Jingchuan looked at Jiang Shuyu in a trance and couldn't help but look outside. There were people coming and going on the street, and he didn't find anything unusual. Then he looked at Jiang Shuyu and asked:
"What are you looking at? You're so lost in thought."
Hearing Xiao Jingchuan's words, Jiang Shuyu's eyes darkened. She lowered the curtain, then looked at Xiao Jingchuan and said, "Jiang Wanrong is not dead!"
On the day when the news of Xiao Jinrui's death came, Jiang Wanrong, as the Princess of Rui, could not bear the blow and set herself on fire in the Rui Palace. Although Xiao Jinrui was a traitor and sought to usurp the throne, the Princess of Rui swore to stay with him until death, which made people admire her. However, Jiang Shuyu did not think so.
Now it seems that her guess was right. Jiang Wanrong is still alive in this world. Although she is dressed like a peasant woman, she has lived with her for so long that she would not be wrong. Thinking of the widespread news that Princess Rui died in a sea of fire in recent days, a hint of sarcasm flashed in Jiang Shuyu's eyes. Jiang Wanrong cherishes her life so much, how could she burn herself for Xiao Jinrui? It seems that all this is just her escape.
Listening to Jiang Shuyu's words, Xiao Jingchuan's eyes flashed with caution. Although Xiao Jinrui is dead now, his remaining power is still there. He had already made some progress, but he didn't want it to disappear suddenly in such a short time. He always felt that someone was manipulating the situation behind the scenes.
Now it seems that it was Jiang Wanrong that day. No matter what she wanted to do, Jiang Wanrong would not be able to stay the next day. Seeing the strange look in Jiang Shuyu's eyes, Xiao Jingchuan couldn't help but comfort her: "Leave this matter to me."
Listening to Xiao Jingchuan's words, Jiang Shuyu nodded slightly. Thinking of the person Jiang Wanrong could use, Jiang Shuyu's eyes flickered slightly. She looked at him and said, "Inside the Rui Palace, there is a palace maid named Miaohan. She used to serve Jiang Wanrong. I think we can get some useful information from her!"
"Okay, I'll let Mu Yi handle these matters, and he will definitely not leave any threats behind!"
Jiang Shuyu was naturally relieved about Xiao Jingchuan. Jiang Wanrong had no way out now. As long as she appeared in front of people, she would be beaten like a rat crossing the street. Soon, the two of them came to the palace.
Seeing Emperor Shunqing sitting upright in a wheelchair, Jiang Shuyu and the others hurriedly bowed and greeted him respectfully.
"I, your son (daughter-in-law), pay my respects to your father. May your father live a long and healthy life!"
"Be flat!"
Seeing Xiao Jingchuan and his wife coming over, Emperor Shunqing's eyes were full of relief. He had figured it out during this period. He had worked hard for half his life and now it was time for him to give up the throne. He asked Eunuch An to hand over the reward he had prepared long ago. Emperor Shunqing looked at Xiao Jingchuan and said:
"Now that you're married, I can now confidently hand over the responsibility of the Dongli Kingdom to you. My time is running out, so it's time to enjoy the joy of family life!"
"Father..."
Knowing what Xiao Jingchuan wanted to say, Emperor Shunqing interrupted him immediately, "Alright, you don't need to say anything more. I have made up my mind. The Crown Prince will stay. I still have something to tell you. The Crown Princess should go to the Queen's Palace to pay her respects."