The abnormal situation made Jiang Chen feel a chill in his heart.

What was that old fox, Mei Wenshi, up to?

It seemed that he had to pay more attention to his movements during this period!

Yingtian Gate, Imperial Path.

The only way for officials to leave the palace.

"Father, His Majesty is so partial to the Consort Shu, should we find someone..."

As he spoke, Mei Kang gestured at his neck with his hand, his eyes full of fierce light.

"Slap!"

Mei Wenshi stopped, and slapped Mei Kang backhanded.

"You rebellious son, don't you even look at the place when you speak!"

"This is the inner palace, how dare you be presumptuous?"

Mei Kang was beaten and felt somewhat unconvinced.

He raised his head to argue, but met his father's experienced eyes.

The gloomy and cold gaze made him instantly quiet and lower his head.

"Ahem, Minister Mei, although your son was a little careless in his words, what he said is indeed true."

"Now that His Majesty intends to support the Consort Shu's family, should we make some arrangements?"

Grand Censor Zhang Kang came over at this time, looked around, and asked in a low voice.

The dignified Deputy Prime Minister, the head of the Censorate who supervises all officials, was so respectful to Mei Wenshi, the Minister of Revenue, that he didn't even dare to make his own decisions.

Mei Wenshi glanced at him, his expression slightly relaxed, and said, "His Majesty is now determined to support the Xu family. Ordinary methods may not be able to change the situation. In my opinion, a swift strike is the most appropriate!"

"You go and find a few officials from the Ministry of Rites, fabricate a few serious crimes for the Consort Shu, and write a memorial impeaching her."

"The Wei River flood can also be tampered with and blamed on this woman. When the public opinion in the former dynasty and among the people ferments, your Censorate can step in and force His Majesty to bestow death upon this woman!"

After speaking, a cold light shot out from his deep eyes.

"Xu Changqing is going to Wei River to suppress bandits. Once the Southern Army leaves, His Majesty's power will be difficult to compete with us."

"At that time, the life and death of the Consort Shu will be in our hands!"

...

After leaving the court, Jiang Chen went straight to the Hall of Diligent Administration.

He strolled on the path of the Imperial Garden, pondering Mei Wenshi's unusual performance at the court meeting, and frowned.

Today, I issued an edict in public to arrange for Xu Changqing to suppress bandits, and my intention to support the Xu family was very clear.

But this old fox, Mei Wenshi, did not step out to stop it. What was he planning?

It seems that I have to find a chance to test this old fellow...

Just as Jiang Chen was thinking, a clear and娇嗔 voice interrupted his thoughts.

"Your Majesty, you have deceived your concubine so miserably!"

"You clearly said yesterday that you would spend the night at Chengqian Palace, but your concubine waited all night and didn't see you!"

"You are the supreme ruler, how can you go back on your word!"

Mei Ruoying?

Jiang Chen reacted and looked up.

He saw that the beautiful phoenix eyes of Mei Ruoying had already gathered tears.

Her shapely body also began to tremble.

The pitiful appearance made Jiang Chen's heart heat up.

Unlike the plain clothes and cold arrogance she wore yesterday,

Today's Mei Ruoying was dressed with extra care.

The concubine-colored palace dress set off her snow-like skin, the moon-blue ribbon outlined her slender waist, black hair and red lips, and her cloud-like hair was piled high. The whole person was like a blooming peony in spring, radiant and dazzling, making it impossible to look away.

She could be ethereal, and she could be beautiful.

This woman is truly an absolute enchantress!

Jiang Chen's eyes greedily swept over Mei Ruoying.

Even though he was suspicious and wary of this woman, his male instincts made him unable to resist the urge to conquer the beauty in front of him.

Jiang Chen sized up Mei Ruoying's delicate body unscrupulously, and perfunctorily said:

"Beloved Consort, didn't you send someone yesterday to report that you were feeling unwell?"

"I felt sorry for you and wanted you to have a good rest, so I didn't visit Chengqian Palace."

"I put in so much effort, why don't you understand?"

As he spoke, he stretched out his long arm, wrapped it around Mei Ruoying's slender waist, and stroked it slowly.

Mei Ruoying didn't make any small movements this time. She nestled in Jiang Chen's arms, docile and obedient, letting him move as he pleased, only her tone was a little resentful.

"Your Majesty, don't deceive your concubine!"

"Your concubine has heard that you stayed at the Consort Shu's place last night, and didn't leave all night... How could you have time to think of your concubine?"

Hearing this, Jiang Chen's hand, which was wandering over her plump curves, stopped instantly.

Where did this woman get the news from?

Didn't I already deal with the servants around her yesterday?

It seems that the spies that the Mei family has planted in the palace are more numerous than I expected!

Thinking of this, a faint murderous intent arose in Jiang Chen's heart. xxs12

He raised his hand and pinched the chin of the woman in his arms, stared at Mei Ruoying's phoenix eyes, and smiled after a long while:

"It was indeed my fault for making Beloved Consort so sad."

"Tell me, Beloved Consort, how do you want me to compensate you?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Mei Ruoying's heart was startled, and her thick eyelashes trembled.

What, what does this tyrant want to do again?

I just complained a few words casually, why is his gaze so cold, as if he wants to kill someone?

She had deeply learned the emperor's tyranny and capriciousness a few days ago.

Most of the attendants who were beaten to death were her confidants.

Not wanting to relive the nightmare of the Hall of Diligent Administration a few days ago, Mei Ruoying immediately put away her pitiful appearance and said in a娇声 weak voice, "Your Majesty, your concubine was just joking with you just now. You are the Son of Heaven, the Lord of all people, how could you make a mistake!"

As she spoke, Mei Ruoying untied the purse around her waist and took out a stack of silver notes.

"Your Majesty, look, this is all the money your concubine has. Now that there is a flood in the Wei River, your concubine is willing to donate it all to support you in disaster relief!"

Jiang Chen raised his eyebrows and took the silver notes.

Tsk, 150,000 taels!

This is equivalent to one-third of the national treasury's share!

Plus the ones that Mei Wenshi donated at the court meeting... This Mei family is richer than the country!

Mei Ruoying didn't know what Jiang Chen was thinking. She opened her red lips slightly and leaned closer, saying:

"Your Majesty, are you satisfied with this amount?"

Jiang Chen put away the silver notes and motioned for the palace maids and eunuchs to retreat.

"Not bad, Beloved Consort is very much to my liking."

Jiang Chen didn't know if he was talking about her figure or answering her words.

"The fine has been paid, so I won't pursue Beloved Consort's fault anymore. I only hope that Beloved Consort can remember this lesson and never make the same mistake again!"

Mei Ruoying's smile froze, and then she lowered her head and replied softly:

"Your concubine will definitely remember Your Majesty's teachings, and will abide by her duties in the future and never cause trouble again."

She could clearly see the warning in Jiang Chen's eyes.

The current emperor has changed greatly, and she can no longer perfunctorily deal with him with the means of the past. Before eliminating the Consort Shu, she should be obedient.

Mei Ruoying's statement made Jiang Chen quite satisfied.

Since she has entered the palace, she is my woman.

Anyone who dares to betray me will only die!

Mei Ruoying's slender waist was held by Jiang Chen, and her pretty face was flushed.

If this continued, she would be embarrassed!

Her素白 jade hand resisted the man's chest, Mei Ruoying exerted a little force, and slipped out of Jiang Chen's arms like a fish.

"Your Majesty, your concubine will take her leave first."

"Tonight at Chengqian Palace, your concubine will be waiting for you, you can't break your promise again~"

After speaking, Mei Ruoying bowed her waist and bowed gracefully.

Between her gestures, a large expanse of雪腻 scenery was displayed in Jiang Chen's sight.

Feeling the fiery gaze coming from in front of her, Mei Ruoying's red lips slightly curved.

It's done!

His Majesty will definitely come to her tonight.

Jiang Chen stared at her departing figure for a long time without regaining his senses.

However, unlike Mei Ruoying, who thought he was full of infatuation, Jiang Chen's eyes were full of deep thought.

This woman is indeed not simple!

After practicing the Qiankun Guiding Technique, my strength is no weaker than that of the Imperial Guards who have been practicing their bones for decades.

But just now, this Mei Ruoying was able to easily break free from my imprisonment... It seems that it is indeed necessary to go to Chengqian Palace tonight!