Ninth Imperial Glorious Phoenix Chapter 256

Chapter 256: Several Meanings

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“Mm, I remember. Momo, when you go out, remember to go through those accounts again and pick out the important ones to tell me.” Mingzhu changed her position, motioning for Su Jin to come over and massage her legs and feet. “It hurts here, it’s sore there, oh, be gentle.” All of this was caused by Yuwen Chu. The experience last night felt easy, but this time in the morning was unbearable. Although it didn’t last long, it made her feel like her whole body was falling apart.

As Mingzhu thought about it, her face turned red again, afraid that Su Jin would notice. She quickly turned her back to the wall.

As soon as Zheng Momo left the inner room, a maid named Qing Qian rushed in like a gust of wind, excitedly reporting, “Su Lan, His Highness is back and heading this way! I just saw him and hurried back to report!” When she saw Zhu Changsheng kneeling on the ground and Li Quanxin standing by, she was shocked and quickly covered her mouth.

Su Lan frowned and said, “Don’t be so reckless next time. If people see it, they will say that the people here in the Wangfei’s residence have no manners and spread rumors everywhere. Do you understand? Go and receive your punishment! No manners!”

Zhu Changsheng was happy that Yuwen Chu had returned so quickly after receiving his letter, but when he heard these insinuating words, he felt annoyed again. He thought to himself, indeed, this girl was raised in a power-hungry family; even a nobody like her dared to treat him like this!

Li Quanxin, on the other hand, slapped his forehead suddenly and followed Zhu Changsheng, kneeling beside him, and said with a pained expression, “I failed to handle things properly, causing a misunderstanding between the Wangfei and His Highness. It’s all my fault. I cannot atone for my sins with a thousand deaths. I hope His Highness won’t punish me too severely when he returns.”

This shameless eunuch! Now he was better at pretending than anyone else! Zhu Changsheng spat, raised his buttocks high, and collapsed his waist, then pressed his forehead tightly against the tiles, making himself look humble and terrified, waiting for Yuwen Chu to come in and see.

Su Ju hurried in, looking nervous as she glanced at Su Lan and Zheng Momo, then gestured quietly at Zhu Changsheng, full of concern. Su Lan shook her head. When she heard the boots outside, she took the lead in lifting the curtain, respectfully saluting, “This servant pays respects to His Highness.”

Yuwen Chu walked in, glanced at Zhu Changsheng and Li Quanxin kneeling on the ground, then looked at the pile of account books nearby, calmly stretched out his arms to signal Su Lan and the others to come and help him change clothes, and asked, “Li Quanxin was supposed to bring the account book over for the Wangfei to review. Then, what about Zhu Changsheng? How did you end up here?”

Since he had only returned after receiving the letter, this question was a bit redundant. What exactly was the meaning behind this?

At that moment, everyone’s hearts were in their throats. Su Lan could hear her own heart beating loudly, as if it would jump out at any moment. She felt that Zhu Changsheng would definitely take this opportunity to bite the Wangfei hard. Hopefully, His Highness wouldn’t be angry.

Zhu Changsheng didn’t answer Yuwen Chu’s question. Instead, after a moment of silence, he trembled violently and choked out, “I am incompetent and have offended the Wangfei. I beg His Highness for forgiveness.” With that, he burst into tears, looking as miserable as if he had lost his parents. If it weren’t for the rules holding him back, he would have cried loudly with his head against the ground.

This cunning scoundrel really knew how to play the victim! He looked as if the Wangfei had castrated him. Su Lan’s hand trembled, almost dropping the jade belt she was holding. Yuwen Chu gently held the jade belt and gave her a deep look. Although he didn’t blame her, it was enough for Su Lan to feel guilty.

Feeling too impatient, Su Lan didn’t think carefully and knelt down while holding the jade belt. She almost wanted to speak up to defend Mingzhu, but instinctively bit her lip tightly and didn’t dare to speak rashly. At this moment, anything she said would be wrong. She was already having trouble keeping up with the Wangfei’s train of thought, so she decided not to make things worse.

Ginger is more spicy when old. Zheng Mama quietly brought over the outer robe that Yuwen Chu usually wears. Su Ju came over with her teeth clinking, wanting to help Yuwen Chu put it on. Yuwen Chu waved his hand to stop her and took the outer robe to put it on himself. He glanced at Su Mei, who was holding a basin of clear water and a towel on the side, and his voice betrayed neither joy nor anger as he said, “Come here.” 

Su Mei hurriedly stepped forward, half kneeling and holding up the copper basin high. Yuwen Chu reached into the basin and calmly washed his face and hands. He grabbed the snowy-white cloth to wipe his hands, then threw the cloth into the basin before asking, “Where is the Wangfei?”

Zheng Momo timely replied, “In response to Your Highness, the Wangfei is feeling a bit unwell, so she went back to the inner room to lie down.” 

“Mm.” Yuwen Chu sat on the chair, propping up his feet. Xiangli quickly helped him take off his boots and put on lightweight cloth shoes. Su Ju was about to bring tea when Yuwen Chu got up and went into the room without even asking why Zhu Changsheng was crying so sadly, nor did he pay any attention to Li Quanxin. He just left them hanging. 

Li Quanxin winked at Zhu Changsheng, who was still sobbing and completely oblivious to what Li Quanxin was doing or implying. Li Quanxin chuckled and kicked him with his leg, whispering, “His Highness has already left. Who are you crying for now? So committed. If you ever want to change careers, the theater troupe will surely welcome you.” 

Zhu Changsheng glared fiercely at Li Quanxin, then glanced discreetly into the room. Yuwen Chu was indeed nowhere to be seen. Inside the room, there were only Zheng Momo and a few maids, all watching the scene with great interest. He looked at Xiangli, who had just returned, expecting her to give him a hint since she had been respectful and affectionate towards him earlier, and they were all servants of the Imperial Consort. 

But Xiangli just stood with her head bowed in the corner, seemingly indifferent to the situation, not even looking in his direction. It was as if she was completely detached from what was happening. 

Another one who changes with the wind! Zhu Changsheng gritted his teeth and quickly began to think. His Highness didn’t scold him, but he didn’t inquire further either, and instead went straight into the inner chamber. What did His Highness mean by that?

From the moment he received Li Quanxin’s message, he understood what Fu Mingzhu was up to. But he knew best that His Highness was the key, so he didn’t dare to touch it and instead dug a pit for Fu Mingzhu to jump into. He originally thought that Fu Mingzhu couldn’t help but take action, just like she did with Yin Momo. Then, both groups of old people would be in her hands. Even if others didn’t say it, they would have opinions on Fu Mingzhu. By then, everyone would be in danger, and His Highness couldn’t ignore it.

Who knew that Fu Mingzhu would go against common sense, making his dream of being beaten fall through, and instead making him look overly arrogant! Zhu Changsheng regretted a bit. He had been too forceful! With Fu Mingzhu alone, she couldn’t pull off such a pathetic act. It must have been that Zheng Momo who gave her the idea! Zhu Changsheng glanced at Zheng Momo with hatred and shouted, “Your Highness! I deserve to die!” Once the bow is drawn, the arrow must be released!

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