Xiahou Chengyu was infuriated as soon as he heard this. Someone had undoubtedly stepped on his sore spot. His expression turned cold. "Consort Li, are you asking a question you already know the answer to? Isn't it all because of that slut? I don't know what kind of demonic technique she used, but His Majesty was completely infatuated with her. In this consort's opinion, that slut is even more abominable than that demonic monk! "
"Sigh!" Consort Li sighed and suddenly switched to using sound transmission. "This concubine has heard some news, but I don't know if it's true or false. I only hope that Your Highness will be careful and not fall into the trap of vile people!"
Xiahou Chengyu immediately became alert. "What news?"
Consort Li wanted to say something but hesitated. In the end, she shook her head. "It's just some gossip and might not be reliable. This concubine doesn't dare speak carelessly."
Xiahou Chengyu said in a low voice, "Consort Li, don't play tricks with me. I've been in the Heavenly Palace for a long time and have seen all kinds of women. Aren't you trying to tell me something? Why are you pretending to be careful here? Just say it, and I'll forgive you! "
Consort Li felt a little embarrassed that the other party had seen through her thoughts. She scanned the surroundings, and after confirming that there was no one around, she carefully said, "I heard that His Majesty is staying in the Li Palace so that he can meet the Heavenly Consort who has been banished from the Cold Palace!"
"Concubine Li, you have to understand one thing. That bitch's title of Heavenly Concubine has already been stripped!"
"Yes, yes, yes. This concubine has spoken rudely. Please forgive me, Your Highness!"
Xiahou Chengyu snorted coldly. "Do I need you to tell this Prince? Everyone knew what His Majesty wanted to do there. Who could do anything to His Majesty? Don't mention such useless things in front of this empress in the future! "
Consort Li reminded, "Your Highness, this concubine has heard that things aren't that simple. Could it be that Your Highness hasn't heard anything about this?"
Xiahou Chengyu narrowed his eyes and said, "What exactly are you trying to say? Don't beat around the bush with this empress. This empress' patience is limited! "
Consort Li moved closer and whispered, "This concubine has heard that the sinful woman intends to make a comeback!"
Xiahou Chengyu sneered, "In your dreams! Why should she make a comeback? Does she think she can make a comeback just because she wants to? "
Consort Li asked, "What if she gives His Majesty a child?"
Xiahou Chengyu's eyes flashed. "What nonsense are you talking about?" These words were a little taboo for her.
Consort Li was not afraid and continued, "Dare I ask, Your Highness, do you think that sinful woman is willing to be trapped in the Cold Palace for the rest of her life? Do you think His Majesty can bear to keep her under house arrest in the Cold Palace forever? "
Xiahou Chengyu had a negative answer in her heart. In her view, Zhan Ruyi had always been putting on an act. Which woman in the palace didn't have a trick up their sleeves? They all had one goal in mind. How could they be willing to be trapped in the Cold Palace for the rest of their lives? Given Qing Zhu's character, she definitely didn't want Zhan Ruyi to stay in the Cold Palace forever. However, she didn't say anything. She just stared coldly at Consort Li, waiting for her to continue.
Seeing that Xiahou Chengyu didn't respond, Consort Li could only continue, "This concubine has heard that the sinful woman seems to want to secretly give birth to a child for His Majesty. His Majesty seems to be tempted, but he is still considering it. There is also news that the sinful woman has already given birth to His Majesty's child. She said that the midwife who delivered the child has already been silenced. In short, the story is very convincing. However, the Cold Palace is isolated from the outside world, so no one knows what is going on inside. Thus, it is only a rumor. This concubine doesn't dare to confirm it."
However, these words really shocked Xiahou Chengyu. She was so shocked that her scalp went numb. That's right! No one knew what was going on inside the Cold Palace. She had really been too careless. She had actually ignored such a big loophole. Even if that slut had a big belly, she wouldn't know. She knew how much Master Qing doted on that slut. If that slut really played such a trick, would Master Qing be able to withstand that slut's coaxing and pestering? The more she thought about it, the more frightened she became.
The key point was that if Zhan Ruyi wanted to make a comeback, he would definitely have such an idea. Since ancient times, a mother's status depended on her son's status. However, her words in front of Master Qing couldn't compare to that slut's weight. If that slut really had a son, the consequences would be unimaginable. She didn't even know what would happen to her son in the future. She was really a little frightened. Consort Li's words had really hit the nail on the head. Her son's future was the only hope that she had been able to hold on for so many years!
Consort Li quietly observed her expression from the side. She noticed the flustered look that flashed in her eyes.
Xiahou Chengyu forcefully suppressed the uneasiness in her heart. She gritted her teeth and said, "Why have I never heard of such news?"
Consort Li sighed softly and said, "Consort Li, I don't know whether this news is true or false. However, even if it is true, if there is really someone in the Heavenly Palace who wants to hide it from you, I'm afraid that you will forever be the last person to know about it … That's right, Consort Li, logically speaking, the Xiahou Clan should have heard of this news. Could it be that they didn't inform you about it?"
The last sentence almost made Xiahou Chengyu vomit blood. If the Xiahou Clan really knew about it but didn't tell her, what did that mean? With a gloomy expression, she said, "His Majesty has decreed that even I cannot enter the Cold Palace where that slut is imprisoned. I also have no way to verify it. Therefore, Consort Li, you cannot speak carelessly. Do you have any proof for the news you heard?"
Consort Li hurriedly waved her hand and said, "Consort Li, I've already said that I don't know whether the news is true or false. It's all specious news. I just can't bear to see that the sinner is confusing the imperial court and causing His Majesty to not even return to the Heavenly Palace. It's really outrageous. In fact, it's not just me. Many of my sisters in the palace are also complaining about this. They blame His Majesty for being too biased. I really can't provide any proof. However … could it be that Consort Li really doesn't know that the sinner is under house arrest on the surface, but in fact, she can enter and leave the Cold Palace freely?"
"There's actually such a thing?" Xiahou Chengyu was enraged. She wanted to turn around and ask someone about it.
However, Consort Li hurriedly pulled her sleeve and shouted, "Consort Li, if I don't even tell you about this matter, I'm afraid that the people around you might not be reliable either! At that time, if someone makes a false accusation and says that I'm inverting right and wrong, I can't afford to bear the consequences! "
Xiahou Chengyu's fists in her sleeves were trembling. "You said that the slut can enter and leave the Cold Palace freely. Do you have any proof?" If she had proof, she would have a good argument with Lord Qing and the Xiahou Clan to give her an explanation!
Consort Li shook her head and said, "Consort Li, I really don't have any proof. However, I heard that there's a valley behind the Cold Palace that has been built very beautifully. I heard that the sinner basically leaves the Cold Palace every evening to play in that valley."
The valley behind the Cold Palace? Built very beautifully? And leaves the Cold Palace every day to play? Xiahou Chengyu's chest rose and fell rapidly. If that was really the case, how could it be called being banished to the Cold Palace? If such a thing really happened, he didn't even need to think to know who allowed it. If not for Lord Qing's permission, how could that slut leave the Cold Palace?
"Consort Li!" Seeing Xiahou Chengyu turn to leave, Consort Li hurriedly stopped her and said in a panic, "Consort Li! I just can't stand that sinner messing with the court and was just venting my anger. You can't tell anyone, or else I won't have a good life in the future. "
Xiahou Chengyu said coldly, "Don't worry, I'm not one to burn bridges after crossing the river. I'll go take a look at that valley right now. If such a thing really happened, there's no need for anyone to remind me. I saw it with my own eyes and accidentally stumbled upon it!"
Consort Li shook her head and said, "Consort Li, that won't do! The palace is filled with His Majesty's eyes and ears. If Consort Li runs over now, how could that sinner show up? "
Xiahou Chengyu frowned. That's right, this made sense. If I really ran over now and waited for that bastard to find out, I definitely wouldn't be able to catch him. After pondering for a moment, he asked, "You said that slut goes to the valley behind the Cold Palace every evening?"
Consort Li said, "I didn't say it. I only heard it."
Unexpectedly, Xiahou Chengyu's expression calmed down and he said to her, "I haven't had a good stroll around the Sunset Garden in a long time. Consort Li, accompany me."
"Yes!" Consort Li replied obediently.
Seeing the two of them strolling around the garden calmly, E Mei, who was following them from a distance, was bewildered. She didn't know what the two of them were doing. Why did it feel like they had gotten into an argument? However, the two of them had been communicating telepathically, and she didn't know what they were talking about. She felt that Consort Li was a little suspicious and was prepared to report what had happened today to the Xiahou family.
Xiahou Chengyu seemed to be in a particularly good mood today. He strolled around the Sunset Garden for a long time, but in reality, he was counting the time in his sleeves.
When it was almost time, they had reached the entrance of the Heavenly Palace. Xiahou Chengyu looked outside the tall palace gates and suddenly said, "I haven't seen His Majesty in a long time. Since we're already here, let's go take a look."
"Yes!" The others naturally agreed.
However, the guards at the palace gates still stopped them for questioning. Although the Empress had the right to come and go freely within the Heavenly Palace, they still had to be interrogated about where she was supposed to go. After learning that she was going to the Li Palace to see His Majesty, they quickly reported the situation to the relevant guards so that they could make preparations. Otherwise, if something happened to the Empress, no one could bear the responsibility.
Under the escort of a team of guards, Xiahou Chengyu and the others quickly flew out of the Heavenly Palace and headed straight for the planet where the Imperial Garden was.
Inside the Li Palace, among the pavilions, Sima Wentian and Shangguan Qing were strolling behind Qing Zhu.
"Have you figured out the situation? Why hasn't this Niu Youde returned to the Primordial Era to cultivate? Why does it feel like the interval this time is a little longer than the previous intervals? " Whenever Qing Zhu asked, Defeating Armies would also frequently ask what was going on. With so many people being on high alert, and the defensive formation being corroded by the demonic aura, the daily consumption was not small. If this continued, they would not be able to hold on for much longer.
Sima Wentian said helplessly, "The interval is indeed longer than before, but Niu Youde's departure from the Primordial Era this time was also a little abnormal. We didn't see anything happening in the Southern Army's territory, but he suddenly came out. Perhaps there was some unexpected situation that we have no way of knowing. However, the Primordial Era is beneficial to Niu Youde's cultivation, so it is inevitable that he will return again. It's just that we don't know how long it will take. Your Majesty, it was really not easy to send people in this time. If we give up now, it will not be easy to find another opportunity! "
After a moment of silence, Qing Zhu tilted his head to Shangguan Qing and said, "Inform Defeating Armies to act according to his plan."
Defeating Armies's meaning was that it was not a good idea to continue wasting time like this. Not to mention the energy consumption of the defensive formation, they could not afford to be so tense for a long period of time. Thus, Defeating Armies suggested that those who cultivated in fire-attribute cultivation techniques should temporarily gather the army and secretly arrange for reliable people to be stationed in the outer perimeter of the Primordial Era. Once someone approached, they would immediately inform the people inside and immediately regroup. This way, the army would be able to maintain their peak condition and save a lot of resources. After all, they did not know how long they would have to wait. Defeating Armies also knew that it would not be easy to enter the Primordial Era, so he made preparations for the army to persevere for a long period of time.
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