And Shen Wuzheng was the one who advised Yu Wenye in this plague managent event!
So Yu Mingyue wants to take action against him!
Therefore, this ti, she recomnded Shen Wuzheng for the secretary position in order for him to take part in the battle of Taiyuan, which was precisely to—
Kill him!
Shang Ruyi took a deep breath and imdiately raised her head: "Father!"
When she spoke, everyone in the grand hall beca silent again. Yu Wenye still did not turn his head, nor did he raise it, yet in the shadowed corner, his face appeared even darker.
Yu Wenquan turned to look at her: "Ruyi, is there sothing you want to say?"
Shang Ruyi slowly walked to the center of the grand hall, bowed, and softly said: "Your daughter also has a request."
"..."
Upon hearing this, Yu Wenquan took a deep breath.
A faint smile appeared at the corners of his lips, and he kindly said: "Speak."
At this mont, it was almost universally expected. Shang Ruyi stood beside Shen Wuzheng, who furrowed his brows tightly, seemingly wanting to stop her but unable to speak in front of the Emperor. Shang Ruyi clearly said word by word: "Your daughter also wants to go on the expedition."
"..."
No one spoke.
Only Yu Wenquan looked at her with a faint, almost imperceptible smile, glancing at her aningfully.
Then said: "Ruyi, you want to go too?"
"Yes,"
Shang Ruyi replied loudly: "I was also part of the battle at Fufeng last ti. It’s my duty this ti with the fall of Taiyuan."
Compared to the straightforward agreent with Yu Mingyue earlier, Yu Wenquan’s attitude changed this ti. He slowly and ticulously said: "But this battle is more dangerous than Fufeng. You—"
Shang Ruyi said: "I’m not afraid."
"..."
A faint smile appeared on Yu Wenquan’s face, a smile that held sothing beyond satisfaction for his daughter-in-law. However, no one dared to stare at him directly, nor could they see the deep aning in his sharp eyes.
Then he said: "Fine, I approve your request."
Shang Ruyi imdiately said: "Thank you, Father!"
Yu Wenquan smiled faintly again and glanced at Su Qinglan, who had been silent, cautious enough not to even let out a breath. He then said: "It seems tonight’s banquet—will end here. Mr. Su."
Su Qinglan hurriedly stepped forward: "Your Majesty."
Yu Wenquan said: "I have so matters to discuss with these few, so it seems your trip is in vain tonight. After winning the battle, we will have another banquet, and you can co to receive your reward."
Su Qinglan quickly said: "Your humble servant is unable to ease Your Majesty’s worries. I will take leave for now. I only wish that in this battle, the Two Highnesses will prevail and defeat the enemy."
Yu Wenquan smiled faintly, nodded, and said: "Ruyi, escort Mr. Su. There’s no need to co back, just go back and rest early. We depart first thing in the morning."
"Yes."
Following orders, Shang Ruyi bowed again and then led Su Qinglan out.
From beginning to end, Yu Wenye did not turn back.
As they walked out of the grand hall, night had already fallen. Though it was not yet so dark that one couldn’t see their hand in front of their face, the view was obscured, only able to faintly see the distant palace walls stacked like mountain ranges, increasing the feeling of being lost in a fog, as if no way out could be found. As Shang Ruyi hesitated, a little eunuch approached with a lantern, grinning: "Princess Qin, Mr. Su, Eunuch Yu asked to lead you two."
Shang Ruyi smiled and gestured, and the little eunuch stepped aside to lead them.
The cold night breeze chilled them.
For a mont, Shang Ruyi and Su Qinglan seed to have nothing to say.
After all, the upheaval of tonight was shocking. What was supposed to be a reward for those who managed the plague succeeded, but news of Taiyuan’s fall ca suddenly, more importantly—the plan for Yu Mingyue to act against Shen Wuzheng was known.
Just this point was enough to beco a nightmare.
Shang Ruyi silently walked forward, and it took her a while to co to her senses. Realizing Su Qinglan was still beside her, feeling she might have been rude, she turned to look at Su Qinglan, who remained silent, not wanting to disturb her, even keeping her steps gentle. She forced a smile and said: "Tonight, it’s a pity Mr. Su ca for nothing."
Su Qinglan quickly shook her head: "Princess, you exaggerate."
She continued to walk forward with an expression of contemplation on her face. After a while, she said softly: "Actually, your humble servant sowhat envies the Princess and admires Lord Yu."
"Oh? Why?"
"Both are won yet can wield influence on the battlefield where n fulfill their aspirations. The Princess even has achieved rit in the battle of Fufeng—sothing I dare not imagine."
"..."
"Unfortunately, my abilities are limited—"
Hearing this, Shang Ruyi imdiately laughed and said: "Mr. Su, don’t underestimate yourself."
"Hmm?"
Su Qinglan looked up at her, her eyes calm and gentle, allowing Shang Ruyi to relax a bit despite feeling tension as if entangled by snakes.
Shang Ruyi smiled and said: "Mr. Su, victory may bring rit, but your service to heal people is comndable."
Upon hearing this, Su Qinglan also smiled.
She said: "Thank you for your kind words, Princess."
As they spoke, they arrived at the Guangyun Gate. Unable to leave the palace gate, Shang Ruyi stood facing Su Qinglan and said: "I can only see you off this far."
Su Qinglan said: "Princess, please stay."
After saying this and bowing to her, she turned to leave the palace gate. Just a few steps out, Shang Ruyi suddenly called her: "Mr. Su."
Su Qinglan quickly stopped and turned around: "Is there anything else, Princess?"
"..."
Shang Ruyi hesitated for a mont and softly said: "If I rember correctly, today—is the fifth day, right?"
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