Gong Che clenched his fists tightly. Even though he was under the bright sun, he felt cold. A chill rushed to his head, making him feel as if he was in a cold lake and unable to breathe.
But he just wanted to see her! He had been looking forward to Gong Dai's return day after day. Wasn't it just to see her?
Now that the beauty was in the capital, he couldn't even see her. Others couldn't understand this heart-wrenching pain!
Gong Dai saw that Gong Che didn't follow him, and a trace of ruthlessness flashed through his eyes!
If only … he could make Gong Che disappear unknowingly. In this world, anyone who fought with him for the Royal Sister deserved to be killed by him!
But when he thought of Su Miaolan, he was relieved … He would do his best to make this happen! Because he knew very well that the Royal Sister wouldn't accept any kind of man. What the Royal Sister wanted was monogamy …
When he thought of GongYimo, Gong Dai felt sweet again and went to Hexi Palace.
The Empress Dowager had been worshipping Buddha all year round and didn't care about worldly affairs, so Gong Dai originally thought that he was just going through the motions. But after he finished speaking, the Empress Dowager didn't seem to have any intention of letting him leave. Gong Dai secretly frowned. He didn't want to stay here for too long.
Gong Che was called to Feng Qi Palace by the Empress's people in a daze. He had a bad premonition in his heart, but he still went.
During this time, Empress Liu was a little afraid of her son.
Gong Che seemed to have transformed overnight. He used to be kind and benevolent, but now, in just over a month, he had used the Emperor's hand to eradicate many people!
And he even coaxed the Emperor to feel guilty. His intelligence and methods were much better than before. Sometimes, the Empress felt that she didn't know this son anymore …
However, the benefits were also obvious. Because the Eastern Palace was stable, even her status had risen along with it. The matters of the harem were gradually becoming easier to handle. Although she was still a little busy, her life was much better than before!
Upon seeing Gong Che, the Empress revealed a smile. Recently, she had experienced many happy events, and her entire face was glowing. Moreover, the Emperor had also come several times. This made her, who was already in her forties, have a faint hint of spring on her brows.
Gong Che handed the fur coat to a palace servant and walked over. Seeing the Empress' appearance, he sighed in his heart … For a woman, no matter how much status, wealth, or children she had, it still couldn't compare to her husband's pity …
He was still as gentle as before. His handsome face had a smile that made people feel like they were bathing in the spring breeze, making people feel good about him.
"Imperial Mother, why are you looking for me so urgently?"
The Empress smiled faintly and pulled him to the table. On the table, there was a mountain of files. Gong Che looked at them and found that they were all files introducing the women of the court!
He squinted his eyes, but Empress Liu didn't notice. She only thought about the past and smiled bitterly, "Che, you should have chosen a concubine long ago, but before …"
She paused and shook her head, "Don't mention it! Now that you are about to leave the capital and go to Huai River, before you go, you should settle the marriage. When you return to the capital, you can hold the wedding ceremony! It's a double blessing! "
The Empress's words left Gong Che rooted to the ground. He stared at the dossiers as though they would all disappear just like that!
He … didn't want to get married!
Or rather, the person he wanted to marry wouldn't even appear on the list of concubines.
Seeing that he didn't speak, the Empress thought of something. Her eyes flashed and she said with a smile.
"Che 'er, now … you're almost eighteen years old. Your brothers are all married at fifteen to sixty percent of the time, and your sixth brother already has two children … The imperial family places great importance on heirs. You … must make plans early …"
As she said that, she showed him the files on the top of the pile, "These women are all daughters of aristocratic families of the right age. Not to mention their strong background, their appearance and temperament are all outstanding … For example, Su Miaolan …"
At this time, Gong Che finally found his voice. He forced a smile, "Imperial Mother, let's talk about this after I finish building the canal."
Empress Liu glared at him, "It will be at least two years later when you finish building the tributary. If these women don't settle down early, where will Imperial Mother find the right person for you?"
As she said that, she raised her eyebrows and asked with a strange expression, "Or … do you already have someone you like?"
Gong Che couldn't answer her question!
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Smoke filled the room. Gong Dai hated the strong smell of sandalwood. He glanced at the Bodhisattvas in the temple hall and sneered in his heart. He had done too many guilty things. No matter how many Bodhisattvas there were, they couldn't make him feel at ease.
There was no sound from behind the curtain for a long time. Gong Dai narrowed his eyes slightly. He didn't know what trick the Empress Dowager was playing.
At this time, the Royal Sister must still be lazing in bed. He didn't know if Bai Sheng had woken her up for dinner …
But Bai Sheng was also useless. He was definitely not the Royal Sister's opponent …
At this time, a low cough was heard. Gong Dai quickly focused his mind.
He heard the sound of the curtain and an old woman walked out of the dark temple hall.
The Empress Dowager was not yet sixty years old. He didn't know if she was too worried. Her well-maintained face was actually accompanied by a head of silver hair.
She was supported by people. When she saw Gong Dai, she smiled lovingly. "My grandson, you have grown so big. Come here … let me have a good look at you."
Gong Jue walked over steadily. The Empress Dowager looked at him with a pair of shrewd eyes. The more she looked at him, the more satisfied she became. She praised him and pulled him to the side hall where the guests were received.
After ordering the servants to serve the best tea, she let go of Gong Dai and smiled. "Now that you are a big child, did you encounter anything interesting during this year's journey to the west?"
Gong Dai was too lazy to talk more. He just coldly replied. "Grandson went to provide relief. I didn't encounter anything interesting."
His words made the Empress Dowager's smile slightly stiff. She looked at Gong Dai deeply and smiled. "So, you didn't meet any girl you like?"
Gong Dai's mind was like lightning. He almost immediately understood what she wanted to do. The Empress Dowager was Liu Xian Fei's aunt. She wanted to pull him to Liu Xian Fei's side after seeing him gradually gaining power and making a great contribution.
Without waiting for Gong Dai to speak, the Empress Dowager said. "Now that you are not young … it is time to find a wife. Pity … you don't have a mother to take care of things for you. Otherwise, you wouldn't be so passive."
Gong Dai naturally wouldn't let her go on like this. He quickly said. "Grandson is still young. I don't know much about love. I just want to share father's worries and contribute to the Dai Yu state."
His resistance once again made the Empress Dowager a little unhappy. She squeezed the prayer beads in her hand and sneered.
"If you haven't experienced it, you won't be able to taste the good. It just so happens that Aijia has a little niece. She is virtuous and has a good appearance. Her family background is worthy of the Imperial Family. In Aijia's heart … the one I miss most is you!"
She said so. Gong Dai didn't know what was good for him if he refused again. He looked up and fixed his eyes on the Empress Dowager. Suddenly, he smiled. This smile made the originally low-key and luxurious side hall suddenly dim. The Empress Dowager's heart skipped a beat.
"Since grandmother is so kind, would you allow grandson to see?"
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