Rumor Has It That I’m Pregnant with His Highness’ Child

Empress Dowager Deng was originally a believer in Buddhism, and there is a saying of fate in Buddhism.

She agrees with what Yu Niao said.

"Yes, there is a fate between mother and child. Ai's family was able to enter the palace and conceive the emperor's heir back then. It was all because of fate."

The topic of children is like a switch, opening the chatterbox of the female relatives.

Everyone spoke in agreement one after another, and began to narrate the process of their own pregnancy and childbirth.

Empress Dowager Deng listened with gusto.

Seeing that the Empress Dowager's attention was finally diverted from her body, Yu Niao secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

She retreated back to her original position silently. It seemed that her plan to go home early was unsuccessful, and now she could only sit obediently and minimize her sense of existence.

Two flowers bloom, each representing a branch.

Xiao Juan and the rest of the princes, nobles, and civil and military officials went to the Zhengde Hall with the prince after paying homage to the emperor.

In the past, they had to accompany the emperor to talk in the Zhengde Hall, but now the emperor's health is very poor, and it is difficult to even sit up, so the prince can only do it for him.

Shen Zhuo first talked in a warm voice to several respected elders, then changed the subject and suddenly asked Xiao Juan.

"I heard that a female body was fished out of the Yu River last night. It just so happens that your people from the Justice Department are nearby. I wonder how the case is going?"

Everyone turned their heads to look at Prince Lang.

Xiao Juan stood up and responded calmly: "The female body has been brought back to the Justice Department. It is confirmed that she was killed. The identity of the deceased has also been ascertained. As for who the murderer is, further investigation is still underway."

Shen Zhuo smiled slightly.

"As expected of King Lang, he found out the origin of the female corpse in just one night.

I believe you should be able to find the real culprit soon, and give justice to the deceased, the hearts of the people in Ancheng, right? "

This remark seems to be a compliment, but it is actually a trick.

Xiao Juan didn't answer, and responded cautiously: "This minister will definitely do his best."

Shen Zhuo: "It happens that everyone is present, why don't you make a bet, how long will it take for you to solve this case?"

After speaking, he looked at everyone present.

Immediately, many people echoed, expressing their desire to participate in this bet.

Xiao Juan glanced at those people, all of them were princelings.

There were still many people who didn't say anything, but they didn't mean to speak for King Lang.

They obviously don't want to get involved in this matter.

Shen Zhuo said with a smile: "Why doesn't Prince Lang speak? With your ability, it should be very easy to solve such a case."

Speaking of this, Xiao Juan has no room to refuse.

But Xiao Juan said.

"His Royal Highness doesn't know that this minister has asked the emperor for a three-month vacation.

Weichen will leave Yujing tomorrow, and the case of Yuhe female corpse can only be investigated by other people in the Department of Justice.

I can't make this bet with you, and I hope His Highness the Crown Prince will forgive me. "

Shen Zhuo didn't expect him to say that, he was startled for a moment, then sighed, feeling very sorry.

"Since that's the case, it's not good for Gu to make things difficult for others."

Then, as if he suddenly remembered something, he asked again.

"You have to leave for three months, and there is no leader in the Department of Justice. What if something happens?"

Xiao Juan's heart skipped a beat, he had a bad premonition.

He said in a deep voice: "Although I'm not here, there are still many capable people in the Department of Justice. They can take care of the Department of Justice for me."

Shen Zhuo expressed his disapproval.

"No matter how capable those people are, they can only deal with small things.

If there is any urgent matter, there must be a serious person in charge.

How about this, send someone alone to help you manage the Justice Division.

Make sure that during the three months you leave Yujing, you will take care of the Department of Justice in an orderly manner. "

Xiao Juan's heart sank.

The crown prince wanted to take advantage of his absence in Yujing to put people in the Department of Justice and divide the power in his hands.

Those princelings spoke up one after another, in favor of the prince's proposal.

Xiao Juan said calmly: "Since it is a kind intention from His Highness the Crown Prince, I will accept it."

After speaking, he cupped his fists and saluted Shen Zhuo, without any intention of resisting.

Now it was Shen Zhuo's turn to feel uneasy.

Based on his understanding of Xiao Juan, Xiao Juan is not the kind of character who would allow others to intervene in the Judiciary, but now Xiao Juan agrees to his suggestion without saying a word, which is unreasonable!

When something goes wrong, there must be a demon.

Shen Zhuo secretly became vigilant in his heart, he asked with a smile.

"King Lang thinks it would be better to send someone to help you manage the Department of Justice?"

Xiao Juan: "All the ministers listen to His Highness the Crown Prince."

Shen Zhuo: "You have always been in charge of the Department of Justice. You are the most familiar with the Department of Justice. You should be the one to choose the right person."

Xiao Juan: "But you are His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, you are the future master of the Dayan Dynasty, and I should listen to you."

These words sounded flattering to the prince, but in Shen Zhuo's ears, it was like cold water in his head, which made him wake up all of a sudden.

He is very aware of his father's temper and is extremely suspicious, even if he has been named the crown prince, even if his father is bedridden and dying soon.

But the emperor still wouldn't be completely at ease with him.

Xiao Juan obeyed him, and said that he was the future owner of Dayan Dynasty. If this matter got to the ears of his father, he would be able to guess how his father would react without even thinking about it.

His father would definitely feel that he was secretly wooing important officials of the court, intending to take the Justice Department for his own use, and couldn't wait to replace his father.

Shen Zhuo was secretly annoyed that he had underestimated Xiao Juan. This guy seemed taciturn and unsociable, but he had a lot of scheming in his belly.

Shen Zhuo quickly sorted out his emotions and said calmly.

"Langjun Wang don't want to say such a thing.

Gu Gang became the prince not long ago, and he doesn't understand many things, and he still needs the help of ministers.

As for who to send to help you manage the Justice Division?

Since you can't find a suitable candidate, let the elders discuss together.

If it is impossible, I can only ask my father for advice with the cheek. "

Xiao Juan: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is wise, and I am convinced."

Shen Zhuo then changed the subject and talked about other things.

This little episode is over.

No one seems to take it to heart.

But in fact, everyone is guessing who the prince will send to temporarily manage the Department of Justice?

And Shen Zhuo himself was thinking secretly, how should he explain this matter to his father later?

After lunch, everyone can finally leave.

Yu Niaoli stood up impatiently, and was about to go out with the other female relatives when she heard Empress Wen suddenly speak.

"Princess Langjun, wait a moment, I have something to tell you."

Yu Niaoyou had to hold back the anxiety in her heart, and stopped in place.

Empress Wen stood up: "I'm going back to Fengyi Palace, let's talk while walking on the road."

Yu Niaolong: "Here."

The two walked out of Biquan Palace and got into their respective sedan chairs.

Originally, the two sedan chairs were placed one behind the other, but for the convenience of talking, Empress Wen specially allowed the remaining sedan chair to walk side by side with her.

The distance between the two sedan chairs is very close.

Empress Wen asked calmly with the stove in her hand.

"I heard that Qirui Garden performed a new play last night, called "A Tale of Two Sisters"?"