Capítulo 11: The Treacherous Minister Who Helps the People 11
Shen Qi had considered it for a long time and set up one trap after another even before they arrived in the capital.
Meanwhile, in the residence of Grand Preceptor Shen, a bright light illuminated his mind as soon as he met Li, the official who came to complain.
Censor Li had mentioned how Shen Qi had deliberately “threatened” him, and the Grand Preceptor knew that his own son had made it onto Li’s list, destined to be restored sooner or later.
Therefore, he earnestly comforted Censor Li, acknowledging that his own position might not be secure for long, but Censor Li, being still in his forties, had a promising future ahead.
However, Censor Li had no expectations for his own future; he only pleaded with the Grand Preceptor to ensure the safety of the Crown Prince.
While nodding on the surface, the Grand Preceptor secretly pondered their family’s predicament.
The next day, he harmonized with Shen Qi in the court, allowing her to successfully become the Crown Prince’s Preceptor.
Although there were objections from court officials, the Emperor simply refused to listen.
Censor Li, witnessing this, wore a face of despair; his eyes filled with an intense desire to beat Shen Qi senseless.
Shortly after, he himself was accused by others and subsequently dismissed by the Emperor.
Shen Qi smiled kindly at him, earning a resentful glare from Censor Li. She paid no mind to it and, after leaving the court, went straight to the Eastern Palace to meet Liang Sirui, who was engrossed in his studies.
Previously, the Emperor had arranged two eminent scholars to enlighten Liang Sirui, but he paid little attention to his son’s study.
Consequently, these two scholars did not put much effort into their teaching.
“Minster Shen,” the two scholars greeted Shen Qi with a slightly ingratiating smile, while her gaze fell upon Liang Sirui beside them.
He was holding a brush, practicing calligraphy, and was still working on the elementary text of Expanded Wise Words.
“Your Highness, you haven’t even finished studying the Expanded Wise Words?” Shen Qi furrowed her brows slightly, appearing somewhat displeased.
The two scholars, unwilling to shoulder the blame, smiled awkwardly and said, “The Crown Prince is rather mediocre. We have already done our utmost, but…”
As they spoke, they let out a long sigh, assuming the role of good teachers.
Shen Qi couldn’t be fooled by these petty tricks, so she silently sneered and said, “Then let me try for a few days.”
The two Grand Scholars were eager to have someone take over, so they immediately praised Shen Qi repeatedly and quickly left the study to him.
As soon as they left, the dull and lifeless expression in Liang Sirui’s eyes instantly became lively. He looked up and smiled at Shen Qi, saying, “Uncle Shen.”
Liang Sirui was naturally good-looking, with round watery eyes that were incredibly innocent and pure. His eyes naturally revealed a hint of trust and concern.
Shen Qi couldn’t help but soften his demeanor. He had always been kind to children.
“Your Highness should address me as Minister Shen,” Shen Qi said, slowing down his tone.
Liang Sirui blinked his eyes and said, “Mother said that Uncle Shen is good to me, so I trust and like Uncle Shen.”
Upon hearing this, Shen Qi gently stroked Liang Sirui’s head and said, “You have a good mother.”
That Empress, who had disappeared from the palace, was also a perceptive and intelligent person.
“Censor Li said that you are talented and intelligent, and I believe his words,” Shen Qi half squatted down, locking eyes with Liang Sirui. “Da Liang is currently in a precarious situation, but I believe Your Highness will protect it. However, Your Highness will have to learn many things and endure hardships. Do you agree?”
“Yes, I agree,” Liang Sirui nodded solemnly, his small face looking particularly delightful. “I will protect Da Liang!”
Shen Qi smiled and said, “Good, I will teach you.”
Many years later, Liang Sirui could never forget this day, this scene.
His teacher, Shen Qi, had gradually pulled him out of the quagmire, teaching him martial arts and literature, paving the way for his life. From that moment, his life took a turning point.
And he never let his teacher down, protecting the crumbling Da Liang!
Of course, these are stories for later.
Now, Liang Sirui is still discussing his progress with Shen Qi, listening to him teach History as a Mirror and narrate history.
He rarely felt so happy.
When he returned to the Empress’s place at night and saw that there was no one around, he couldn’t hide his joy as he told her everything that happened that day.
He hoped the Empress would be happy.
But little did he expect that after hearing it, the Empress was first stunned for a while, then tears streamed down her face as she hugged his small body, her voice hoarse, “Sirui, your Uncle Shen is a good person!”
Although she was once the Empress, she couldn’t even get a royal physician. Now, although her treatment was still the same as before, no one bothered them any more.
Even her illness was truly improving!
She was also perplexed, but after thorough verification, she discovered that it was the first-ranked palace maid, Qiu Hua, by Zhao Baiyue’s side who was helping her.
Only then did she realize that Qiu Hua was from Shen Qi’s side.
And now Shen Qi was personally and carefully instructing Sirui.
She was truly dedicated to protecting her and Sirui!
The Empress felt both heartache and moved, whispering, “You must remember, our survival is all thanks to the protection of your Uncle Shen. Therefore, no matter what, you must believe in him. He would never harm you.”
Liang Sirui nodded skillfully.
He had heard these words many times before from the Empress. In his young heart, a tree named “Shen Qi” had already taken root.
So, no matter what happened in the future, he was willing to firmly believe in Shen Qi.
Then, he took out a letter from his pocket. “Mother, Uncle Shen asked me to give you this letter. He forbade me from opening it.”
The Empress, with teary eyes, wiped her hands and took the letter. She had no intention of letting Liang Sirui see it. After putting him to sleep and mentally preparing herself, she opened the letter.
After reading the letter, her jaw almost dropped in astonishment!
Sending another beauty to the Emperor, would this plan really work?
The Empress frowned but suddenly remembered Consort Zhao Baiyue, who enjoyed special favor in the harem. In an instant, she made up her mind.
She was, after all, the rightful Empress. And… the Emperor had once loved her and said things like “a lifetime spouse”.
Now it seemed like a joke!
Putting these thoughts aside, though the Empress was not in a good position, she still had some influence in the palace.
So, after making up her mind, she quickly selected the right candidates and prepared to follow Shen Qi’s words.
In less than two days, the Emperor encountered a delicate and pitiful Noble Consort Jia on his way to find Zhao Baiyue. That very night, the Noble Consort Jia ascended the dragon chamber.
But no one paid much attention to this small matter, including Zhao Baiyue, who didn’t raise any suspicions.
“He is the Emperor, it’s normal for him to favor another woman for a change,” Zhao Baiyue didn’t take it seriously.
Such things had happened before, as long as the Emperor’s heart remained with her, nothing else mattered.
However, Zhao Baiyue privately grumbled. She always felt that she had been having a streak of bad luck lately.
None of the tasks she had to do were accomplished, and she even had to spend so many points. The Emperor was reverting to his old ways and found himself a beauty…
Should she go to a Buddhist temple and pray?
Qiu Hua half-knelt, gently massaging Zhao Baiyue while lowering her gaze. She softly said, “If Niangniang is talking about a Buddhist temple, I’ve heard that the White Horse Temple on the outskirts of the capital is quite efficacious. Many women have successfully prayed for children there.”
Successfully prayed for children!
Zhao Baiyue touched her belly and asked, “Is that true?”
She didn’t know what was going on, even though she and the Emperor were so affectionate, they still didn’t have a child.
She truly wanted a son!
“I’m not entirely sure, but I’ve heard that many people like to visit the White Horse Temple,” Qiu Hua replied softly.
After pondering for a moment, Zhao Baiyue said, “Then let the Emperor accompany me on a trip there.”
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