Pampering the outside room alone? I entered the East Palace to pass on the sick and weak prince

Shen Ruoxi immediately said: "I don't dare!"

"You do not dare?"

Emperor Renjing seemed to sneer, then poured himself a cup of tea and took a slow sip: "I think you are very brave."

Shen Ruoxi lowered her head and remained silent, always looking submissive.

Emperor Renjing didn't say anything either.

In the imperial garden, the only sound left was the wind blowing the fallen leaves, and it was eerily quiet.

After several minutes of silence, Shen Ruoxi felt even more stressed.

As a leader, he always likes to have control over everything.

If she didn't tell the truth, she would definitely arouse Emperor Renjing's suspicion and concern.

Only when she took the initiative to confess could he let down his guard.

But she wasn't sure how far she could let down her guard.

After a long time, Emperor Renjing finally spoke.

"The Queen Mother's tonic was sent by the Imperial Hospital, and the Imperial Hospital would never dare to do such a thing so blatantly, unless there is someone behind the scenes. This person must be of high authority and not an ordinary person."

He turned his head: "Shen Ruoxi, you are a smart man. I know that you must have guessed that it was me who did it, but you just didn't dare to say it openly."

Hearing this, Shen Ruoxi felt her scalp numb.

She took a deep breath and replied.

"The heart-biting powder will only make the Queen Mother more and more confused, but it will not harm her body. Therefore, I feel that the person who drugged the Queen Mother did not want to harm the Queen Mother, but may have other reasons."

Hearing this, Emperor Renjing chuckled: "You can climb up as soon as you see the pole."

Emperor Renjing glanced at her and sighed.

"The Queen Mother did not have a good life when she was young. There were many harems in the late emperor's harem, and she was just an ordinary one among them. Others competed for favors for power and status. She was the only one who really liked that person, but the late emperor did not like her."

Shen Ruoxi didn't know about the Queen Mother's past, nor did she want to know.

There are some things in the palace, and it is not a good thing for her to know too much.

But Emperor Renjing said it, so she had no choice but to listen.

Emperor Renjing seemed to be mocking himself: "She wasted so many years and still had wishful thinking. She kept the bracelet that the late emperor gave her for the only time and never forgot it. Until I ascended the throne, this thought has not disappeared. The older I get, the better it seems. I'm getting stuck in the past and can't get out."

"So sometimes, I feel that instead of being sober and sad, it is better to live like this in confusion, at least my life will be comfortable."

After saying that, he looked at Shen Ruoxi.

"What do you think?"

Shen Ruoxi lowered her eyes.

"My son has always felt that the person who administered the medicine did not intend to harm the Queen Mother. Now that my father said it, I suddenly feel enlightened."

Emperor Renjing snorted coldly and then said.

"Stop kneeling and get up."

Shen Ruoxi stood up slowly, and at Emperor Renjing's signal, sat on the stone bench opposite him.

Emperor Renjing's eyes fell on her face and he said.

"Do you know that what you just said could lead to death if you are not careful?"

"I believe that my father understands justice and will never offend me at will."

"Okay, I no longer intend to blame you for this matter, and you don't have to be careful to flatter me anymore."

"Every word from my son is sincere."

Shen Ruoxi raised her head and met Emperor Renjing's burning gaze, neither humble nor arrogant.

"When I was in the General's Mansion, my father often told me that my father was tolerant and kind, with both filial piety and righteousness. He was a rare benevolent king. So even if I guessed that the Queen Mother's medicine might have come from you, I would still I firmly believe that you must have had no choice but to boldly tell the truth today."

"Shen Aiqing..."

The upright face of Shen Tianrong appeared in Emperor Renjing's mind, and he nodded slightly.

It was indeed Shen Chu's words.

He looked at Shen Ruoxi again, his eyes softening a lot.

"You have inherited your father's straightforward and loyal temperament." He waved his hand, "That's all, I came to you today to clear up this misunderstanding. Now that we have said it, you can go back."

Shen Ruoxi was relieved.

She stood up, straightened her skirt, and stretched herself slowly.

"Then I will go back first."

Emperor Renjing nodded.

When Shen Ruoxi took a few steps, he suddenly called her again.

"and many more."

Shen Ruoxi turned around: "Father, what else can I do?"

"Have you ever told Heng'er about the Queen Mother?"

Shen Ruoxi was stunned for a moment, and then she met Emperor Renjing's sharp eyes.

His eyes were filled with scrutiny, as if he wanted to analyze her piece by piece.

Shen Ruoxi said slowly.

"My son, I haven't had time to say anything yet."

"Oh?"

"Your Highness was ill yesterday, and the fever only subsided at night. He felt better this morning and went out, but he has not come back yet."

She was telling the truth. From yesterday to today, Murong Heng was rarely in the East Palace.

Hearing this, Emperor Renjing thought for a moment, then nodded.

"Heng'er is not in good health, please pay more attention."

"Father, don't worry, my son cares about His Highness and will never let him worry about trivial matters."

What she meant by this was that she would not tell Murong Heng about the Queen Mother.

Emperor Renjing nodded and responded lightly.

Shen Ruoxi turned around and slowly left the Royal Garden.

Looking at her back, Emperor Renjing's eyes gradually became darker.

Shen Ruoxi...

Why didn't you realize before that she was so smart and aware of current affairs?

That's it.

Dealing with smart people also saves you a lot of trouble.

As long as she sticks to her duties and knows what to say and what not to say, she will be a pretty good princess.

……

After Shen Ruoxi left the imperial garden, her tense nerves finally relaxed.

She breathed a sigh of relief.

Thinking of Emperor Renjing's sharp gaze just now, I still feel a little frightened.

But this time, it should have passed without any danger.

When she came out, Leng Shuang and Tao Ye immediately greeted her.

"Princess, are you okay? Why has the emperor been talking to you for so long?"

"Nothing, just asking about His Highness's condition."

Shen Ruoxi responded lightly, then stretched out her hand to put on the back of Tao Ye's hand, preparing to get on the sedan chair.

However, a call was heard at this time.

"Princess."

Shen Ruoxi turned around and saw Nie Yulan standing not far away with the palace maid, looking towards her.

She wore a smoky green brocade skirt, with pearls and jasper steps slanted in her low-hanging temples. On her skin as white as snow, her watery eyes held a faint smile.

After not seeing her for a while, she seemed to have lost some weight.

Shen Ruoxi stopped.

"Empress Lanbi."

Nie Yulan moved her steps lightly and walked towards her.

"I haven't seen you for a while. I didn't expect you to be the princess now. I haven't had time to say congratulations in person."

As she spoke, she smiled and said, "I have something to tell you. Can you move to Yaoguang Hall?"

Shen Ruoxi was about to refuse, but she heard her say.

"Ming Yue has been asking me recently, saying why you haven't entered the palace. The medicinal diet you gave her last time tasted good and nourished the body. The child has been thinking about you."

Hearing this, Shen Ruoxi paused.

She prefers children and is more in tune with Murong Mingyue, so she agreed after thinking about it.

"it is good."

The two of them walked side by side towards Yaoguang Palace.