A Lesson from the Past
The tea was bitter!
But when swallowed, it was very sweet.
It was definitely comparable to the tea in Jinjiang!
Mo Ruo looked around the room and found …
"Eh?" He suddenly pointed at a large vase and asked curiously, "I remember that there was a pot of Baolan tree here the last time I came. Why is it replaced by such a tacky vase?"
The pot of Baolan tree that was in full bloom was full of life in the room. Why was it changed?
Jing Xian sighed, "That pot of Baolan tree was bitten by insects a few days ago, so it was thrown out. But this place is empty, so it's just a vase."
"But Baolan trees don't attract insects."
"Oh? Then … there might be other reasons. I'm not sure. "Jing Xian took a sip of tea.
Mo Ruo's brows furrowed imperceptibly.
Ji Yunshu saw it!
Jing Xian suddenly asked, "But, why did Lord Ji come today?"
This …
She couldn't answer.
It was Mo Ruo who dragged her here.
Before she could speak, Mo Ruo spoke for her, "It's like this. Lord Ji heard that you've been recuperating in the palace, so he wanted to see you."
"I see!" Jing Xian said, "Lord Ji is considerate, but I heard that Lord Ji has been busy with the 'Lin Capital Case'. How is it going?"
Ji Yunshu said, "This case has been going on for fifteen years. There were dozens of skeletons in the Imperial Duke's residence, but there are only a few left. I believe that it won't be long before they are all solved."
"That's good." Jing Xian's tone was heavy as he continued, "Even though I'm in the palace, I've heard some things about this case. When the Imperial Duke's residence caught fire, I was only about ten years old. When it happened, I was really sad. I still remember when my mother forbade me from eating sweets, Imperial Uncle would secretly bring them to me. He loved me dearly, and the one that left the deepest impression on me was when I wanted a shadow puppet, but the palace didn't have it. Imperial Uncle personally made one for me, but a few years ago, it was bitten by bugs in a box. What a pity, what a pity …"
A little sad.
Ji Yunshu didn't say anything else.
Suddenly, a gust of wind blew.
The wind made the window creak!
She was the closest, so she immediately got up to close the window. Just as she grabbed the iron latch on the window, she saw a few pigeons flying in from outside. They perched on the ground, raised their bodies, and paced back and forth. Their little heads twisted and their little eyes turned, looking extremely adorable.
It was not surprising that there were pigeons in the palace, but —
When her eyes fell on one of the pigeons, she was shocked.
There was a round black mark on the left feather of the pigeon.
This pigeon?
Wasn't it the one he saw in the temple on his way back to the capital? At that time, there was a small bamboo slip tied to the pigeon's leg.
But why was the pigeon in the temple here?
She tilted her head and asked, "Are these pigeons raised by your highness?"
"I raised them when I was bored, but those little guys are not obedient. They always disappear without a trace and only fly back when they are hungry."
"Is this a carrier pigeon?"
"Is that so? I had Bi Lu buy it from a few eunuchs, but I don't know if it's a carrier pigeon or not. "Jing Xian revealed an expression of ignorance.
Ji Yunshu did not say anything else.
He silently closed the window!
He returned to his original position.
He took a sip of hot tea.
Mo Ruo spoke to Jing Xian, "Your illness is no longer a problem. It has been completely eradicated and your weakness has disappeared. I heard that a few days ago, several ministers and the Emperor recommended you to attend court."
"Huh?" Jing Xian frowned, "Why didn't I know about this? But, why would those ministers suddenly have such an idea? I have been sick in the palace all year round. Not to mention attending court, I don't even have court clothes, let alone attending court. I don't even know about the important matters of the court. "
He was different from Jing Yi. In his eyes, there was not the slightest desire for power. Instead, he was indifferent to fame and fortune.
Mo Ruo said, "I hope the Emperor approves."
"It doesn't matter to me whether it's accurate or not."
Thereupon —
This topic was no longer pursued.
Afterwards, the three of them chatted for a while.
Seeing that it was getting late, Mo Ruo and Ji Yunshu excused themselves.
But before they left, Jing Xian ordered Bi Lu to bring over two jars of the wine he had brewed and gave them to Mo Ruo.
Although Jing Xian accepted the wine, he gave the two jars to the two guards guarding the palace gate just like last time.
The two guards were so happy that they could not close their mouths.
Inside the carriage on the way back.
Mo Ruo's face was dark.
He did not speak.
Ji Yunshu sat opposite him. She could not help but ask, "Speak. You brought me to see the Virtuous Prince. It shouldn't be as simple as a cup of tea, right?"
Indeed!
Mo Ruo raised his eyelids and lifted the curtain to look outside. When he retracted his gaze, he sighed softly.
Ji Yunshu's fingers lightly tapped on her thigh. She raised her chin slightly and said, "Is it related to the Virtuous Prince?"
Not a question! But certainty!
Mo Ruo nodded, "That's right."
"Then just say it."
"I want you to help him leave the palace."
"Leave the palace?"
She was shocked!
Mo Ruo frowned and said in a serious tone, "Just now in Tongren Hall, I told you that the Virtuous Prince's health is getting better. Many officials in the court are recommending him to join the court, but the Emperor seems to be hesitant. After all, the Virtuous Prince has never interfered with court politics. Moreover, the Emperor has not paid much attention to him these past few years. He might even forget that he has a son. Moreover, even if Jing Xian's health is better, the Emperor will not allow him to leave the palace. You should know that in the battle between the princes, it is either you die or I die. The Crown Prince and Prince Yi are examples of what happened. Because of the power struggle, the Emperor has already lost two sons. Naturally, he is worried that the Virtuous Prince will also embark on a path of no return for power. Let me ask you, how can he allow him to leave the palace? But I have promised him that as long as he recovers, I will find a way to let him leave the palace. This is what he has been hoping for all these years. So, he can only leave the palace if the Emperor agrees to let him join the court. "
Huh?
"So, what you really mean is that you want me to help the Virtuous Prince enter the court?"
"This is the only way."
"You know it is impossible!"
"But you have also seen that the Virtuous Prince has no desire to fight. Even if he enters the court, he will not become the second Crown Prince or the second Prince Yi. He will never become the target of Jing Rong's struggle!"
Ji Yunshu clenched her fists and said in a serious tone, "Mo Ruo, I will tell you the truth. The Virtuous Prince seems to be aloof from worldly affairs, but … he is not simple at all."
Huh?
"Why?"
"Have you ever wondered why the officials in the court suddenly recommended a sick prince who has never entered the court?"
"…"
"If my guess is correct, you should have a question in your heart!"
Huh!
Mo Ruo was startled. His thoughts were unexpectedly seen through by the woman in front of him.
He had to admit that Ji Yunshu was very smart!
But …
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