RPAGF Chapter 339 Suspicion
Chapter 339 Suspicion
Wen Jiayue was stunned. What was Shen Fuhan up to now?
She tried to push him away so he could speak properly.
Her rejection was obvious, and Shen Fuhan stiffened slightly, almost forgetting that she didn't like being intimate with him.
Shen Fuhan straightened up and sat properly, observing her expression without making a sound.
Perhaps because the hug was only brief, her face showed a slight look of confusion, but no anger or disgust.
Shen Fuhan breathed a sigh of relief and changed the subject before she could react: "Let me see the letter."
As he spoke, he took the letter from her hand, unfolded it, and his gaze fell on the letter, but his eyes were not focused.
His mind was in complete turmoil, and he didn't even know if he should continue what he had just said.
He apologized, but she didn't respond.
Should he repeat it, or just let it go as if nothing happened?
The former might annoy her, while the latter... I'll observe her reaction before making a decision.
Having made up his mind, Shen Fuhan finally focused his gaze on the letter and read it quickly, skimming through it.
He folded it again, placed it in Wen Jiayue's hand, and said, "I will also be in the mansion on the fifth day."
Wen Jiayue looked at him in surprise: "But that day didn't seem to be a day off."
"If there is nothing to do at the Dali Temple, I will stay with you."
Wen Jiayue didn't believe his nonsense and directly exposed him: "You're just afraid that Zhaozhao will be kidnapped by Ayu."
Shen Fuhan paused for a moment, then said frankly, "That is indeed one of the reasons."
Wen Jiayue casually asked, "What about other reasons?"
"Didn't I just say," Shen Fuhan said, sounding somewhat nervous, "that I'd accompany you"?
Wen Jiayue simply said "Oh," not believing it at all; the reason was far too plausible.
She lifted the carriage curtain, and a slightly chilly wind immediately rushed into the carriage. She subconsciously shivered before looking at the bustling streets.
The trees are withered, and the birds have flown south, but the warmth of human life is still strong.
She admired the scene with a contented expression, unaware that Shen Fuhan behind her had already fallen into deep thought.
What does "oh" mean?
It probably means indifference.
Shen Fuhan's face tightened, but she was helpless. Why didn't she believe it?
The noise gradually subsided, and the carriage stopped at the palace gate.
Upon entering the palace, Shen Fuhan asked, "Will you go directly to Chunhe Pavilion or come with me to meet the Emperor?"
Wen Jiayue had just been thinking about this issue. Although the emperor was easygoing, he was still the ruler of a country, and she felt constrained.
However, it is also quite meaningful to be able to observe and resolve the repair issue.
Wen Jiayue then said, "I'll go with you."
Shen Fuhan smiled slightly and replied with an "okay".
Although she was indifferent to what he said, she wanted to stay with him.
Upon arriving at Hanliang Palace, Eunuch Zhao informed them that the Emperor was in Chunhe Pavilion and asked them to sit in a side hall for a while.
Wen Jiayue breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, she didn't go directly to Yunxi, otherwise she would have disturbed her and the Emperor.
Half an hour later, the Emperor finally arrived, followed by Xiao Suye, who was dressed in a royal physician's robe and carrying a medicine box.
Wen Jiayue was stunned for a moment when she saw his attire, then quickly got up and bowed to Shen Fuhan.
Almost forgot, Xiao Suye was able to return to the capital smoothly thanks to treating Yunxi's illness. For convenience, he naturally had to stay in the palace as an imperial physician.
“Minister Shen, Madam Shen, you have been waiting for a long time,” Li Zhixu strode over. “No need for formalities, please sit down.”
Xiao Suye cupped his hands in greeting and said, "Elder brother, elder sister-in-law."
Shen Fuhan remained calm, but Wen Jiayue was startled. They weren't even married yet, so why was he already calling her "elder brother" and "elder sister-in-law"? Wasn't he in a bit of a hurry?
Li Zhixu laughed and said, "It seems that Su Ye is eager to marry you. My elder sister has bestowed upon you a good marriage."
“Your Highness, the Princess, has discerning eyes,” Xiao Suye said respectfully. “This humble subject is extremely grateful.”
"By the way, when are you getting married?" Li Zhixu asked. "I will prepare a generous gift for you then."
"Thank you, Your Majesty. November 16th."
Li Zhixu asked Eunuch Zhao to write it down before saying, "I should thank you. Consort Yun has only been recuperating for a few days, but her health is already much better than before. It's all thanks to you."
Wen Jiayue's eyes lit up upon hearing this; it seemed that Xiao Suyue was truly capable.
Xiao Suye repeatedly said he didn't deserve such praise: "Your Majesty has shown me great favor, so I will naturally do my best to take care of Consort Yun's health."
As he spoke, he glanced at Shen Fuhan, who was being ignored to the side, and reminded him, "Your Majesty, Lord Shen has been waiting for quite some time."
Wen Jiayue was stunned for a moment, only then realizing that since the Emperor entered the palace, he had only said one sentence to Shen Fuhan.
This has never happened before.
Li Zhixu then seemed to suddenly realize something and looked at Shen Fuhan, saying, "Minister Shen, you haven't said a word all this time, I almost forgot. What brings you here today?"
Shen Fuhan paused for a moment, glanced at the emperor who was gradually gaining sharpness and definition, and then spoke: "There is a case in the Court of Judicial Review that I would like to ask Your Majesty for a decision."
He suddenly changed his mind, and Wen Jiayue pursed her lips, understanding somewhat.
It's likely that Li Zhilan entered the palace before them and complained to the Emperor. The Emperor listened to her side of the story, which led to him neglecting Shen Fuhan.
Since the Emperor believed it, he must be angry. At this juncture, it is naturally not appropriate to bring up the matter of resigning.
After discussing the case, Li Zhixu brought up the matter: "I heard from my elder sister that Minister Shen is considering refusing the renovation of Sishui Courtyard?"
Early in the morning, Li Zhilan came over and complained to him that Shen Fuhan was being perfunctory and didn't want to help her with the repairs.
Originally, Li Zhixu didn't take it seriously. He was busy with many affairs of state and had long since stopped paying attention to such trivial matters.
Just as he was about to send her away, Li Zhilan suddenly said that this was an imperial decree he had personally issued, and that Shen Fuhan's attempt to deceive him was tantamount to disregarding the emperor's decree.
Li Zhixu then began to ponder whether he had shown Shen Fuhan too much favor, which had led to Shen Fuhan's outward compliance but inward resistance.
That's why he was somewhat indifferent when he saw Shen Fuhan just now.
“Indeed,” Shen Fuhan nodded. “I have had this idea for a long time, but due to various reasons, I have put it off until today.”
Li Zhixu asked, "What's the reason?"
"Firstly, it was His Majesty's order, and as a subject, I dare not disobey His Majesty's command."
"Secondly, the renovation began when my daughter was just born and continued until she was one year and three months old. Only then did Sishui Courtyard take shape. The reason for this is that the Princess is a perfectionist, which is understandable."
"Thirdly, I am not a member of the Ministry of Works and am not familiar with the repair work. I cannot meet the Princess's requirements, and I am filled with anxiety every day."
"Fourth, the affairs of the Dali Temple are very busy, and I can only go there occasionally. I really can't find the time recently."
"Fifthly, the Sishui Courtyard suddenly collapsed and was razed to the ground recently. I suppose it is because I am incompatible with this courtyard, which is why I finally had the idea of resigning."
The five reasons were well-founded, and Li Zhixu fell into deep thought.
Wen Jiayue was a little nervous. Surely the Emperor wouldn't misunderstand Shen Fuhan anymore?
Ultimately, they are husband and wife; their fates are intertwined, for they share both glory and misfortune.
No matter how much she disliked him, she didn't want to see him lose power.