Help! The innocent prince always tries to seduce me clumsily

Li Nu struggled to get up from the ground with his arms, brushed away the long hair that had fallen from his face, and said, "Who is she and what does she have to do with me?"

Ji Shu sneered, "Le Ji, if I didn't know you were blind, I would have smashed your mouth."

The raccoon sensed something and became alert instantly.

Although she can live like a normal person by relying on other senses, she is still blind after all. This is particularly evident when judging things that can only be seen by the naked eye.

"Who is she?"

The person who can make the former crown prince Xuan Changji lower his posture so devotedly must have a great relationship with that person.

Ji Shu stood with his hands behind his back, looking far away and said, "If my guess is correct, she should be Ah Qi's daughter."

Li Nu's face suddenly changed, "How is it possible? Ah Qi died a long time ago!"

Ji Shu said: "This matter still needs to be investigated slowly, and the result cannot be confirmed directly, but what can be confirmed at present is that she looks almost 70% similar to Ah Qi. I recognized her at first sight. I think she had to dress as a man for so many years."

Li Nu clutched the corner of his clothes tightly, unable to believe what he heard.

Ji Shu asked, "If she is really Ah Qi's daughter, are you willing to serve her loyally?"

"Haha." Li Nu gritted his teeth and laughed grimly, "If she really is, it is my innate duty to protect her, but I must kill the dog emperor of the Chu clan first! How dare he do such a dirty thing in private!"

Ji Shu lowered his eyes, calmed down a bit, and said: "Then, wait for my news in the mansion. I will find a way to investigate this matter. The prince's appearance is so ostentatious. If he is seen by someone who has seen Ah Qi before, it will definitely cause trouble."

"What are you afraid of? The Chu family is as cowardly as a dog. After they plotted to usurp the throne, they didn't hesitate to kill all the ministers and bloodbath the court. I think they had already planned for this day to come."

"This matter cannot be rushed. It involves too much time. Although the Beiqing Dynasty was established less than 30 years ago, the previous Beiqing King was too ruthless and almost wiped out all traces of Ah Qi's existence, except for the Qun Yu Tower..."

"Since the Qun Yu Tower is here, isn't that the best evidence?"

Li Nu, who originally had no interest in life, now has his blood rekindled.

It was at this point that Li Nu finally understood what his old friend had said.

"All truths are unbearable because human nature is unbearable."

……

When Wang Zexu arrived at midnight, Chu Shitong was lying in a rocking chair in the yard to enjoy the cool air.

This rocking chair was specially brought back from Qingliang Mountain Villa. It is really comfortable to lie on.

"Your Highness, the prince is here."

"Well, please ask him to come in."

Wang Zexu changed into casual clothes for a rare occasion. He took off the dustpan in his hands and the official hat on his head. He looked tall and graceful, with a dignified demeanor, without any sign of being a eunuch.

Chu Shitong stood up and asked Wang Zexu to sit down, saying, "Eunuch Wang, you are not here early."

"Your Highness Prince Qi."

Wang Zexu smiled politely and sat down in front of him.

"There are many people in the capital, so I have no choice but to bother Your Highness at this time."

Chu Shitong said: "Of course I can understand it."

To be honest, Chu Shitong didn't know why Wang Zexu came to see him. The two had met privately before, but at that time they only discussed matters in the palace. Now the harem is relatively stable and there are not many changes in positions, so he really didn't know what to talk about.

Wang Zexu took a sip of tea and said, "I guess His Royal Highness Prince Qi has been waiting for a long time. The tea has already gone cold."

"The weather is getting hot. This is a pot of cold brewed Longjing tea specially made for Eunuch Wang. I heard it is a new signature of Michelin. I think it tastes good, so I want to ask Eunuch to try it too."

"That's right." Wang Zexu said, "I misunderstood Your Majesty."

He took another sip and realized that there was indeed ice in the tea. He then put down the teacup and said, "This tea is indeed sweeter and more refreshing than brewed tea. It is indeed refreshing."

"As long as my father-in-law likes it."

Chu Shitong was lying in the rocking chair. Wang Zexu was not in a hurry, so she was naturally not in a hurry either.

Wang Zexu sat for a while and finally couldn't help but speak.

"Your Highness Prince Qi, to be honest, I came here this time... to ask for a favor."

"Just say it."

Wang Zexu is also a rare person. Few people can keep such a distance from Chu Shitong for two years. It is not entirely because of interests, but they keep in touch with each other unless there is something going on, which is a contradiction.

Wang Zexu said with difficulty: "It's like this, I have a nephew who is in Qingshui County, far away from the capital. He wrote to me a few days ago, hoping to get a position in the capital. I am in the harem and can't help, so I thought maybe Your Highness could have some ideas."

Chu Shitong said frankly: "An official position in the capital is not like that in other places. If you don't have real ability, I'm afraid you won't be able to bear it even if you are given it."

"I know a little about this. My nephew has no talent, and he only has brute force. Your Highness can arrange a rough job for him. At least he can make a living and take care of his family."

Chu Shitong then understood that Wang Zexu meant that he did not need to be arranged to serve as an official in the court, but only needed to be given a job within the court system.

"That's fine, but I don't lack people here. I can only send them to guard the house. It's hard to say, but the prefect of the capital should be able to arrange for them to come in."

"Then thank you, Your Highness."

-

Princess Linglan went to see Chu Shihan four times. At the beginning, Chu Shihan was very resistant, but later he gradually became numb.

Princess Linglan had only been in Beijing for half a month, but she was already able to enter and leave Prince Han's palace at will.

Chu Shitong was happy when he heard the news. He didn't expect Princess Linglan to be so efficient. If Chu Shihan and Princess Linglan really got together, he wouldn't have to do anything to Chu Shihan.

In his previous life, Chu Shihan was bullied by Chu Shitong and was driven to a barren fiefdom to be a king. After all, Chu Shihan only captured Chu Shitong's men a few times and did not really do anything to Chu Shitong.

But he was a very rigid and just person, and would not let go of any mistakes he made. Chu Shitong used both soft and hard tactics, but could not shake him.

If Chu Shitong had not seen the red paper on which Chu Shihan made his wish under the wishing tree in the temple, he would never have realized that Chu Shihan was someone who also had ideas about the throne.

After Si Xunhuan was thrown back to Prince Rong's Mansion, he heard that the method of gouging out his eyes was too bloody, and he didn't know where he was injured, and he almost became paralyzed.

May 23rd, Grain Full.

The Western Region envoys returned to the Western Region, preparing to discuss a marriage with the King of the Western Region. Princess Lily of the Valley stayed in the capital, under the pretext of spending more time with the princes and cultivating their relationship.

And this day happened to be Yun Xiangrong's birthday. The ministers were not required to attend the birthdays of the concubines in the harem. Only some royal relatives and nobles were allowed to enter the harem to attend the birthday banquet.

As Yun Xiangrong's biological son, Chu Shitong had to go to Luhua Palace to participate even if he was unwilling.

In the past two years, every time this time came, Chu Shitong would grit his teeth and enter the palace, put on a fake smile for the whole day before leaving.

Yun Xiangrong has been very quiet in the past two years. Because of Chu Shitong's previous contributions, she rarely offended Chu Shitong after she was promoted to concubine.

In the Luhua Palace, there were brocade clothes and gorgeous robes, the air was filled with fragrance, and the maids in cloud-like robes frequently poured birthday wine and played the reed pipes.

Yun Xiangrong was dressed in gorgeous attire, looking elegant and graceful. Even though she was over thirty years old, she still looked like a beauty.

Master Chu sat on a high platform. Although he raised his cup to drink with them, his brows were always furrowed.

Queen Zhang Sinuo stood beside her, dignified and elegant, with a smile on her face.

Chu Shixuan sat in front of the emperor, drinking wine carelessly.

Princess Linglan sat next to Chu Shihan, talking non-stop with a smile on her face. Chu Shihan got tired of listening to her, so he stuffed some cakes into her mouth, trying to shut her up.

Chu Shihuan was ill and did not come.

His mother, Concubine Xiang, also claimed to be ill and did not attend.

Chu Shifeng kept talking to Chu Shitong. Today, the only one beside them was the concubine from Concubine Li's mother's family. It seemed that Si Xunhuan had been recuperating after being thrown into Prince Rong's Mansion. After all, although she was sent back, her status was not abolished. At least the title of concubine was still there.

After Chu Shitong presented the gift, he returned to his seat and performed the drama of loving mother, filial son, friendly brothers and respectful younger brothers, just like in previous years.

Si Jingli sat at the prince's seat, looking at the table full of fruits and pastries with a look of disgust, and did not eat any of them.

It was unknown what Chu Shifan said to the eldest princess, but he made her laugh non-stop.

After Chu Shixuan got married, she could no longer sit in her original seat and could only sit in the prince's seat opposite, together with her husband. It seemed that the two of them were not in harmony after marriage.

The eighth princess is five years old this year, but she still sits with her mother.

Zhao Heng, the prince of the Duke of Qing, was in love with a delicate woman beside him. In the past two years, he had changed many women beside him.

Chu Shitong never saw Ying'er, the girl in the brothel again.

Yun Xiangrong put down the golden cup and asked softly, "Your Majesty seems a little worried today, but what's wrong with the banquet?"

Chu Shiyu said in a deep voice: "Today is your birthday, you shouldn't talk about these things."

"How could I blame Your Majesty for such a trivial matter as your birthday? If Your Majesty has any worries, you are all here today, and perhaps you can help Your Majesty to relieve your worries."

The Queen immediately said, "What your Majesty is worried about must be a matter of state affairs. Concubine Yun, the harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs. You'd better not ask any more questions."

Yun Xiangrong said gently: "Your Majesty the Queen is right. I was not thoughtful enough."

"It's not a big deal." Chu Shiyu said, "It was just that this morning, Qiongzhou reported that there has been drought for more than two months. The local Taoist temple has been praying for rain for a long time but to no avail. The governor of Qiongzhou reported that the Taoist temple wants to invite a prince to offer sacrifices and pray for rain. The dragon's energy may help."

As they heard about the political affairs, the sound of silk music gradually became lighter, and the people who had been drinking and having fun just now finally became serious.

Chu Shiyu raised his eyes, glanced at the prince's seat, and asked, "I haven't decided who to send yet. After all, this is a major event of offering sacrifices to the gods and praying for rain, which concerns people's livelihood."

The Queen was afraid that Chu Shixuan would be involved in this matter, so she said, "I think Xuan'er will definitely not be able to go to such an event. After all, Xuan'er has never worshipped any gods in all these years, so even if she offered sacrifices to the gods, it might not be useful."

"What are you saying, Queen?" Concubine Li was just watching the fun. "Although His Royal Highness Prince Yuan has never believed in Buddhism or worshipped gods, the Queen has been copying scriptures and worshipping gods for many years. Mother and son are one. The blessings accumulated by the Queen are also the blessings accumulated by His Royal Highness Prince Yuan. I think His Royal Highness Prince Yuan is the most suitable candidate."

The Queen glared at her coldly, "Although I worship gods, I have never worshipped the Lord of Rain. Xuan'er may not be suitable, but His Royal Highness Prince Yu was born during the plum rain season, so perhaps His Royal Highness Prince Yu is the most suitable."

Seeing Chu Shiyu thinking for a moment, Concubine Li quickly said, "Your Majesty, you are joking. Although Feng'er was born in the plum rain season, she certainly can't ask the Rain Master to bring rain."

There is no sure thing about offering sacrifices to gods and praying for rain.

It's not like rain will fall just because of one's efforts.

If this matter is not handled well, not only will the people's love be lost, but Chu Shiyu will also be unhappy.

The atmosphere at the banquet suddenly grew colder, and no one dared to respond.

Princess Linglan did not notice and took the initiative to speak: "Your Majesty, in the Western Regions, praying to gods and Buddhas is done by wizards, and praying for rain may not necessarily lead to rain. What if we send people and it doesn't rain?"

This question really hits the point.

Chu Shihan immediately tugged at Princess Linglan's sleeve under the table and signaled her with his eyes to stop talking.

Princess Lily of the Valley felt puzzled. Why didn't they say anything for no reason? Didn't they say they were going to discuss this matter together?

But she was a guest after all, and she didn't know what the rules were in Beiqing, so she had to keep her mouth shut.

Chu Shiyu said: "I have sent people to Kaiyuan Temple to ask Master Wuji about this matter. Offering sacrifices to the gods and praying for rain is a major event, so naturally we have to choose a suitable person."

The Queen and Concubine Li, who had originally been feeling a little bit lucky, started to become worried again after hearing this.

Who knows whether Master Wuji will choose Chu Shixuan or Chu Shifeng.

The Queen forced herself to keep a smile and said, "That's good. If the Master can really find a suitable candidate, at least this matter can be explained."

Chu Shiyu nodded, "Let's leave it at that for now, and wait for Master Wuji to make the decision."

The palace music started and the atmosphere finally returned to normal.

Chu Shifeng came closer and whispered, "Xiao Qi, who do you think Master Wuji will choose?"

Chu Shitong: “…”

Why do I feel like I'm the unlucky one?

"It's hard for me to say about this kind of thing."

That old man, Master Wuji, might really let you go.

However, Chu Shitong was not afraid because she remembered when it rained during this drought in her previous life.

Today is May 23rd, and it just started raining on June 4th, and it has been raining for three days in a row.

At this time in his previous life, Chu Shiyu also went to find Master Wuji to settle the matter, but Master Wuji went there in person. It started raining as soon as he arrived in Qiongzhou, so he did nothing and came back after watching the rain for three days.

I think things like algorithms will not change, so Master Wuji will probably go there in person in this life.

"It would be nice if you let me go."

Chu Shifeng smiled and said, "It's ok for you to go. Let's go to Qiongzhou for a trip."

Chu Shitong was ashamed, "Brother, Qiongzhou has been dry for several months. What is there to do there? If you ask me, the fun places are Jiangzhou and Quanzhou."

Jiangzhou is guarded by Chu Shifeng's maternal grandfather, and Quanzhou is also guarded by Si Jingli's maternal grandfather. One of the two areas is full of mist and rain, while the other is close to the mountains and the sea, so it is naturally very lively.

Qiongzhou is just a remote place in the southwest of Beiqing. Han Zijun fled here from Qiongzhou a few years ago.

"Yes, I haven't visited my grandfather for a long time. If we can leave the capital this time, you and I will go to Jiangzhou to play after praying for rain."

"Okay."

Chu Shitong agreed casually, since it was impossible to achieve anyway.

As night fell, the lights in Luhua Palace were on as usual.