RPAGF Chapter 181 Play hard to get
Chapter 181 Play hard to get
The Queen laughed. This guy always loved to make trouble with Shen Zhiyao. However, what she said was a serious matter. Even Concubine Zhao had to be wary of her. How could others dare to do that?
Shen Zhiyao was not panicking, but the Shen residence was in chaos during this period.
There were people in the court who took the opportunity to step on the Shen family, there were people who truly spoke up for the Shen family, and there were also people who sat and watched, waiting for the Shen family to be dealt with and to divide up the benefits.
Bo Muxi seemed very hesitant recently. No matter who expressed his opinion on the Shen family and the people in Xuanhou Mansion, he just nodded but did not express a clear statement.
A few days later, the officials in the court could no longer sit still. They were afraid that they would fall behind, and they all rushed to give advice.
The interesting thing is that the meritorious group headed by the Zhao family was collectively silent. Not only did they not comment on what happened between the Shen family and Xuanhou Mansion, they even seemed to be indifferent.
In fact, Queen Mother Zhao had already made arrangements, and the Zhao family took the lead in watching the fire from the other side of the river.
"Grandmother, the situation today is extremely unfavorable to us. Dad is concentrating on fighting the enemy on the front line. He only said that he believed that the emperor would understand clearly. But the emperor's attitude now is very subtle. Are we just going to sit here and wait for death?"
Shen Xun's second wife, Mrs. Song, could no longer sit still. Fearing that her husband would be convicted of treason, she hurried to cry to Madam Shen.
"You've been brainless all day. Daddy asked us to wait patiently. If something really happens, will he just ignore it? If you don't understand, don't make trouble!" Shen Xun's wife Qian looked at Song with disdain, her face full of disgust.
"Hmph! Is it wrong for me to care about my husband? Unlike you, you have no feelings for your husband at all! A cold-blooded animal. In my opinion, we should ask Empress Jin Shuyi for help! The Empress is so favored by the Emperor, what's wrong with helping her family at this time?" Song said righteously.
"Stop talking nonsense!" Old Madam Shen slammed her cane heavily to the ground, and Song immediately became obedient.
Madam Shen sighed, "It's not easy for Zhiyao to climb to her current position on her own. We can't hold her back. Besides, it's not that we can't use her, but now is not the time to use her. This relationship must be saved for the most critical moment. If we use more, it will be useless!"
"Stop arguing, it was all my fault. I was careless and got tricked... I also implicated Brother Gu, and it must have made things difficult for Zhiyao..." Shen Xun held his head in annoyance.
"Someone deliberately wanted to frame you, how can it be your fault? Zhiyao will understand." Qian stroked Shen Xun's shoulder to comfort him.
"Well, look at you all, you are all losing your composure." Old Madam Shen sighed: "Look at Zhiyao, she has been through so many things, but she has never backed down and has never even asked her family for help. This is what we call ability!"
Song pursed her lips in disapproval. She was not very convinced by Shen Zhiyao. She felt that anyone with a little ability could climb up as long as they entered the palace.
She felt that as long as one stood in the right place, even a pig could fly to the sky, and these people were really making a fuss out of nothing.
For several days in a row, Shen Zhiyao confined herself to Cuiweixuan. The emperor did not find anyone to guard her, and the empress would send some rare food from time to time, but no one had the courage to deduct money from Cuiweixuan.
These days, everyone thought that Shen Zhiyao was suffering in the pavilion, but little did they know that she was thinking about another "great invention".
There were no toothbrushes in this era, only things like tooth powder, which could not clean teeth at all.
There were no dentists in this era, and many people's teeth would decay at a young age. Shen Zhiyao thought about it for a long time and wanted to make a toothbrush.
Now, I have plenty of time and can concentrate on making toothbrushes.
She planned to use pig bristles and ground bones to make it, and when it was done, she would make sure to educate the emperor and empress about the importance of brushing teeth.
When Shen Zhiyao was working on his new invention in full swing, unusual movements occurred in the previous dynasty.
Prince Rui and Prince Xiang finally showed up.
"Your Majesty, I risk my life to advise you that if a criminal like Shen Xun continues to be employed, it will be a disaster for the country. He should be dismissed and await trial."
Under the coercion and inducement of Prince Rui last night, Prince Xiang had to be the first to speak out today.
Everyone was shocked when they heard this, and they all held their breath, waiting for the emperor's instructions.
"Yes, that's right. I will consider carefully the proposal of Prince Xiang to cultivate the land in Zhongken," said Bo Muxi.
Bo Muxi's words were like opening Pandora's box, and those who were thoughtful began to take action.
"Master, master, something bad has happened..." After Chu An got the news, he hurried back to Cuiweixuan to inform Shen Zhiyao.
Although Shen Zhiyao is under house arrest, Cuiweixuan's servants can still come and go freely. After all, they still need to go to various departments to withdraw expenses, so they can get the latest news every day.
"What's the matter? Go ahead." Shen Zhiyao was so focused on inlaying pig bristles on the polished bones that she didn't even bother to raise her head.
"It is said that at the morning court today, the emperor received a bunch of memorials criticizing the Shen family..." Chu An said anxiously.
"Haha, that's great! Go ahead, the more the better!" Shen Zhiyao didn't care.
"Master, what nonsense are you talking about..." Qiuyue was speechless.
"Don't you understand?" Shen Zhiyao asked with a smile.
Everyone shook their heads in confusion.
"If the emperor really wants to deal with the Shen family, why is he waiting and dragging his feet like this? Isn't he giving the Shen family enough chance to prepare?" Shen Zhiyao said as she completed the inlay of the last pig bristle, and the toothbrush was ready.
This is the first toothbrush of this era! What a great sense of accomplishment!
"If the emperor believes in the Shen family, why does he have this attitude?" Qiuyue asked.
"Just watch quietly. How can you understand the emperor's thoughts..." Shen Zhiyao ignored them and ran to the inner room to try to brush her teeth.
Three days later, Bo Muxi, who had remained silent, finally responded.
At the morning court session, the emperor threw a pile of memorials impeaching the Shen family onto the ground, and used Prince Xiang as an example, scolding him as worse than a dog.
The Prince of Xiang knelt there, instantly confused. The Emperor had the same attitude yesterday, but now he suddenly changed his attitude!
In the four years since Bo Muxi ascended the throne, he has been known for his kindness and benevolence, and rarely gets so angry.
All the ministers were terribly frightened, only Prince Rui was secretly relieved. Fortunately, he had pushed Prince Xiang to step forward, otherwise, he might be the one kneeling there and being scolded.
"Do you think I don't know about your little tricks? I want to ask you, the Shen family is full of loyal and brave people, and so many men have sacrificed their lives. Except for Ping Xuanhou, who among you can compare with this glorious military exploit?"
"There are some bastards who even suggested that I summon General Shen Li back to the capital for interrogation! He is the only person who can guard the border now, how dare you? Are you qualified to replace him?"
When Bo Muxi was scolding, he pointed at Prince Xiang, but his eyes would glance at Prince Rui from time to time. This was simply a blatant indirect criticism.