"The execution will be in seven days?"
"Yes!"
Princess Taiping got a positive answer and stood up anxiously. She thought to herself, "I have to hurry!"
She walked back and forth in the hall twice and suddenly stopped. She said to Zhou Min, "Get dressed. I want to go to the palace to see the emperor!"
In the harem, there was a pile of bird feathers in the "Xifang Courtyard".
The civet cat named "Qian Wen Qian" squatted under a pillar in the hall. It stuck out its tongue and licked the last trace of blood from its lips. It meowed contentedly.
Wei Tuan Er timidly said to Wu Zetian, "Everyone, I am guilty …"
Wu Zetian didn't have any expression on her face. She looked at the few feathers on the ground that could prove the existence of the parrot. She slowly said, "Punish it by starving it for a few meals. Bring another parrot. I don't believe that the whole world can obey me. I can't make a civet cat yield! "
After Wu Zetian finished speaking, she turned around and walked out.
Perhaps when people were old, they would have a childlike innocence and stubbornness. Wu Zetian didn't know why, but she suddenly had a competition with a civet cat. Maybe it was because she couldn't choose a candidate for the crown prince. She could only project this dilemma on the civet cat and the parrot, hoping to find a revelation from their interaction.
"Your Majesty, Princess Taiping is here to see you!"
"Oh? Lingyue is here? "
Wu Zetian's face showed a trace of a smile. Whether it was her son or nephew, or even all the civil and military officials in the court, there was no one who didn't make her worry. Now that she thought about it, it was this baby girl who made her happy.
Wu Zetian's face just bloomed with a smile. Princess Taiping, who was dressed like a man, came in and affectionately said, "Mother!"
Wu Zetian smiled and said, "You are not a child anymore. You are still so mischievous. You are a dignified princess, but you dress like a man when you go out. "
Princess Taiping made a playful face at her and said with a smile, "It is convenient to go out like this. Mother knows that I like to dress like a man since I was a child. It has been raining non-stop for the past few days, making me feel bored. I went to the Golden Grain Garden for a few days to relieve my boredom. As soon as I returned to the city, I came to visit Ah Niang. "
Wu Zetian let her hold her arm, and as they walked out, she said, "You're so free, girl. I have countless things to worry about every day. I heard that Great Elder Princess built a villa in the Golden Grain Garden. Do you also have a garden there? Why haven't I heard you mention it? "
Princess Taiping pouted and said, "Do I still need to tell Mother about this? Your daughter is too ashamed to say it. My daughter's manor is very small, far from being comparable to the manor of Great Elder Princess of Yan 'an (i.e., the daughter of a wealthy family). Sooner or later, I will build a manor far more magnificent and magnificent than her manor. At that time, I will invite Mother to stay there for a few days. "
Wu Zetian chuckled and said, "You little girl, you've always been unwilling to fall behind others since you were young. Do you want me to help you build a garden? "
Princess Taiping proudly said, "That's not necessary. Your daughter has her own way. Last time, Ah Niang made an exception and increased your daughter's land to one thousand mu. There are already people who are jealous. Your daughter doesn't want others to gossip. "
Wu Zetian knew that her daughter had always been strong-willed. She only smiled and did not say anything.
Princess Taiping accompanied Wu Zetian to her bedroom. The mother and daughter talked for a while. Wu Zetian felt tired and fell asleep on the bed. Princess Taiping waited for her to fall asleep. Then she left the bedroom and went to the History Library.
In the History Library, Shanghai Wan 'er asked her trusted female official, Fu Qingqing, "Did Scholar Zhang find any news?"
Fu Qingqing said, "Scholar Zhang has not entered the Palace yet. Don't worry, Qingqing has sent someone to stand guard in front. As soon as he arrives, I will bring him to see you immediately."
"Very well!"
Shangguan Wan 'er agreed, but she couldn't hide her worry.
Fu Qingqing saw this and was very surprised. She knew that Yang Fan and Daizhi had a close relationship. But even if Yang Fan died, Daizhi's power would not be affected at all. He was just a general. As long as Daizhi was willing to put down her status, there were many officials who were willing to follow her. Was there a need to care so much about a mere Yang Fan?
But seeing that Shanghai Wan 'er was upset, Fu Qingqing did not dare to ask.
At this time someone reported, "Daizhi, Princess Taiping has arrived."
"Ah?"
Shanghai Wan 'er was startled. She waved her hand and Fu Qingqing immediately retreated. Just as she reached the door, Princess Taiping was already walking in leisurely. Fu Qingqing quickly bowed and retreated to the side. She waited for Princess Taiping to come in before she retreated and closed the door.
Shanghai Wan 'er squeezed out a smile and greeted, "Lingyue, why did you come on such a cloudy and rainy day?"
Princess Taiping winked at her and said with a smile, "We haven't seen each other for a long time. I missed you very much. I came to the palace to see you. "
Shanghai Wan 'er secretly smiled bitterly and said, "This weather is very annoying. I was just thinking of chatting with someone to relieve my boredom. Sit down, what do you want to drink? "
Princess Taiping sat down behind the table, glanced at Shangguan Wan 'er, and suddenly said, "Wan' er has always been indifferent, everything is like a cloud, unmoved by anything. Now you look gloomy and upset, is it really because of the rainy weather?" Shangguan Wan 'er asked.
Shanghai Wan 'er was secretly startled. She looked at Princess Taiping and said, "Lingyue, why do you say so?"
Princess Taiping smiled slightly. She picked up a stone carved into the shape of a white rabbit from the table and gently played with it. Without raising her head, she said, "If I'm not wrong, Wan 'er is worried about someone locked up in the Senate, right?"
Shanghai Wan 'er's face suddenly turned pale. She exclaimed, "Lingyue! You … "
Princess Taiping slowly raised her eyebrows. Her pair of charming and bright red phoenix eyes slightly revealed a murderous aura. Unexpectedly, there was a kind of astonishing beauty in them. Her plump and delicate petal-like little mouth opened and closed. She said word by word, "That person's name is Yang Fan, right?"
"Bang!"
The stone lightly hit the table. Shanghai Wan 'er felt as if she was struck by lightning. She staggered back three steps. Her beautiful face turned pale. She said in shock, "Lingyue, you … you …"
Princess Taiping lightly shook her sleeves. She acted as if nothing had happened. She leisurely said, "Wan 'er, what are you afraid of? Actually, I already know about the matter between the two of you. But don't worry. Only I know about it. "
She raised her head and looked at Shanghai Wan 'er. She smiled and said, "I won't tell anyone else."
When she was not known, she was afraid of being known. Now that she was known, Shanghai Wan 'er quickly calmed down. She walked to the opposite side of Princess Taiping and slowly sat down. She looked at Princess Taiping and said, "Princess, you said these words to Wan' er. You must have a reason. Can Princess tell me why you are here? "
Princess Taiping picked up the white rabbit stone again. She gently stroked it and felt its smooth texture. She whispered, "There are six days left before he is beheaded. How do you feel now? Is your heart like being cut by a knife? Or is your heart broken? "
Shanghai Wan 'er said in a deep voice, "What do you want?"
Princess Taiping suddenly raised her head. Their eyes met. These two used to be close friends. Their eyes were as sharp as knives. It was as if there were sparks between their eyes. But it was only a moment of confrontation. Princess Taiping's eyes became soft. It was like a scabbard that absorbed Wan 'er's sharp eyes. She said, "Wan' er, do you have a way to save him?"
Shanghai Wan 'er didn't say anything. Princess Taiping didn't hear her answer. She smiled and said, "Maybe … I have a way! Although I am not 100% sure! "
Shanghai Wan 'er's delicate body subconsciously leaned forward. Then she realized that she had lost her composure. She slowly sat up and asked, "What do you want?"
Princess Taiping slowly showed a bright smile. It was like the 'Snow Reflecting the Morning Glow' bloomed in an instant. It was so beautiful that it dazzled people's eyes. But her voice was as cold as an unsheathed knife. "I want you to give him up!"
Shanghai Wan 'er looked at Princess Taiping with astonishment. She looked at her for a long time. Her eyes gradually showed a look of understanding. She said with surprise, "You … you like him?"
Princess Taiping stopped smiling and tightly pressed her lips together.
Shanghai Wan 'er suddenly smiled. She smiled happily and said, "But he doesn't like you, right?"
Princess Taiping coldly stared at her and said coldly, "If you only want to talk fast, it's up to you. Just wait to collect his corpse! "
After saying that, Princess Taiping waved her sleeves and stood up. She walked towards the door.
"Wait!"
Shangguan Wan 'er suddenly called out to her. Princess Taiping withdrew her hand from the handle of the door and slowly turned around. She looked down at her with the posture of a victor.
"I promise you!"
Wan 'er's eyes were shining with tears. She choked and said, "As long as you … can save his life!"
Princess Taiping proudly said, "You have to make a poison oath!"
Wan 'er felt like her heart was being cut by a knife. She said in a low voice, "Okay! This … I also promise you! "
Princess Taiping said, "How touching! Wan 'er is really in love with him. I really don't know what's so good about that kid. Even Shangguan Waizhi, who has always been arrogant, likes him so much! "
Wan 'er's eyes became fierce. She said, "Aren't you the same? If not, why are you here? Why are you saying such words? To be honest, I am much luckier than you. At least … "
Wan 'er didn't continue. Even though Princess Taiping was taking advantage of her, she still didn't want to say anything hurtful. But Princess Taiping had already understood what she meant. Her face suddenly darkened. She said, "Not only you, but also Xiao Man! She also has to promise that once she saves Yang Fan, she will ask Yang Fan to divorce her and leave him! "
Shanghai Wan 'er was silent for a long time. She said, "I can't promise for her. But … I will try my best to persuade her. I will ask the Emperor for an edict. I will go home and take this opportunity to see her. "
Princess Taiping nodded and said, "Good! I will only take action after I get your promise. You better hurry up. Six days will pass in the blink of an eye! "
Shanghai Wan 'er's heart ached so much that she almost couldn't breathe. She couldn't talk anymore. She just nodded heavily.
Princess Taiping said, "I need a keepsake. A keepsake that can make Yang Fan believe me!"
Shangguan Wan 'er was silent for a moment, then walked to the inner room with heavy steps. She came to the bed, opened the drawer under the dressing table, and took out a small sandalwood box. She opened the box, and inside was a lifelike grasshopper. The grasshopper's color had already turned yellow.
Shanghai Wan 'er gently held it in her hands. Her tears fell on it. Her heart was broken!
Princess Taiping saw the grasshopper that Wan 'er held like a treasure. Her heart was also broken. "Am I not good to you? How much have I sacrificed for you? Why can't I get a little bit of your affection? "
She was very sad, but she didn't want to shed a tear in front of Wan 'er. She said to Wan' er in a tough manner, "When it comes to the palace, I am not as good as you! If you need to use the people in the palace … "
Shanghai Wan 'er said, "I will do my best to cooperate!"
Princess Taiping didn't say anything. She turned around and walked to the door. She said lightly, "Wan 'er, don't forget your promise. Give me a result as soon as possible!"
You used your power to save your man. You still want to owe me a favor and give your man to me! This kind of method was just like an arrogant and overbearing "Little Wu Xu!"
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