Red Mansion Rebirth: Ghost Phoenix

As expected, when Empress Mo heard this, her face turned unhappy. After thinking about it, she asked Gan Lan, "Does your uncle have a suitable boy?"

Gan Lan thought for a long time, then shook his head hesitantly: "My uncle's youngest son is thirteen years old this year, but he is a concubine's son.

"As for grandchildren, my eldest sister is only five years old this year, and my younger brother is still breastfeeding~"

What Empress Mo hated most in her life was a "bastard" - the so-called "little grandson" of Nan'an Prefecture. She disliked him ever since she knew him.

But Wang Xifeng explained it clearly:

If this little boy was gone, the Nan'an family would either have the princess "die of illness", and the young prince Nan would marry a young lady from an aristocratic family and have a legitimate son; otherwise, the concubine would have a child who would be registered under the princess' name.

There is no other way.

——It would be better to keep the existing one and raise it with the stepmother and forget about the biological mother.

But how could my own brother Tao be mixed up with a bastard? ! Are they worthy?

It’s the same even if they are children from my uncle’s family.

Queen Mo shook her head: "Forget it then."

Thinking of this, Queen Mo suddenly smiled again, her heart warmed: If the emperor wanted to take control of the Nan'an Palace, in fact, it would be most legitimate to bring this so-called little grandson into the palace to be Tao Ge'er's study companion.

But the emperor clearly knew that he cared a lot about the distinction between legitimate and illegitimate children, so he did not use this most convenient method.

This means that even though the emperor no longer loves her in his heart, he still respects her as his original wife and the Empress Dowager!

That's good.

Thinking of this, she felt relieved, and with a smile she sent someone out to say, "Your Majesty is in charge of Brother Tao's affairs, and I have nothing to worry about.

"If you have chosen the candidates, please let me know. I will send a letter and invite their mothers to come to the palace to chat during the flower show."

The etiquette is very thorough.

Emperor Chongzhao was also satisfied after hearing this and asked the imperial concubine for her opinion.

Jianzhong shrank his head: "The imperial concubine asked me to ask Prince Duan. Tell me, tell me, he is not her study partner, what does it have to do with her..."

Emperor Chongzhao laughed.

Wang was smart. When it came to Prince Duan's affairs, she only passed on messages without offering suggestions. She stayed out of the matter and was very careful in judging the situation.

Chen Duo listened, thought for a moment, and asked carefully: "In fact, the little grandson of the Nan Mansion is also five years old... If he can be brought into the palace to be raised..."

Emperor Chongzhao's heart was pounding!

But the child was born out of wedlock, so the Queen would definitely not agree.

Emperor Chongzhao went to find Wang Xifeng to discuss the matter in person.

Wang Xifeng rejected it outright: "Now is not the right time!"

Emperor Chongzhao was stunned.

“Once this matter comes, it is necessary for the Little King of Nan to return and for His Majesty to speak to him personally and have him nod his head;

"Secondly, the child's biological father just died. You have to wait for him to observe mourning for a few months before you can do anything. Otherwise, people will start to talk about you and say that you are trying to take him hostage!"

After Wang Xifeng finished her justifiable reasoning, she moved closer to the emperor and whispered, "If we really bring that child into the palace, wouldn't that force the Little Prince of Nan to have a child?"

This is quite...

Emperor Chongzhao gave up this advantage and stayed in Yinyu Palace to have lunch in disappointment.

During the banquet, he informed Wang Xifeng of the change of military power in the southwest, and said jokingly, "I have begun to use my relatives by marriage. Shouldn't the imperial concubine thank you?"

Wang Xifeng didn't even move her butt, she just calmly picked up a piece of celery for him with her chopsticks:

"The relationship between me and the second branch of the Wang family is irreconcilable. Your Majesty's appointment of him is a slap in my face. Should I thank you? No thanks, no thanks!"

Emperor Chongzhao nearly burst out laughing, and coughed twice. He pointed at Wang Xifeng's nose and scolded her, "You've got the advantage, but you're still acting cute!

"Your father and the Wang Ziteng brothers stood firmly together, and with their in-laws, the Jia family, the whole group of people stood out so conspicuously!"

"I saw it, too!" Wang Xifeng answered as she ate, her eyes fixed on the food, "A bunch of targets.

"Don't even mention you. I guess there are many other people who are interested in them!

"Just wait. It won't be long before people start to accuse me of being a foxy emperor and accusing them of forming cliques and using nepotism to gain favor!"

Emperor Chongzhao looked at her with amusement: "Since you know everything, why don't you help your father and persuade me to show mercy?"

"No, didn't my father get promoted right away? Is this a done deal?

"No matter how defensive I am, I know my limits. Since Your Majesty has already made up his mind, he must have already made a plan for how to deal with the aftermath.

“Even though I am extremely smart, I am still a woman in the deep palace, a woman of the upper class. There are some things I don’t know and some situations I can’t guess.

"Besides, I believe in Your Majesty!"

As Wang Xifeng spoke, she moved closer to Emperor Chongzhao, her smile becoming three degrees sweeter than usual.

"I have always known that Your Majesty is a man of great talent and vision, and that you have great ambitions!

“I don’t understand many of the things you have arranged, but I know that they are for the sake of the dynasty’s longevity, for the smooth governance of future generations, and for the people to have enough food and clothing!

“So, I am not in a hurry, and I won’t ask too much.

"My father is a cautious man. He made mistakes in his early years because of filial piety. Now, as long as he continues to follow the right path of loyalty, filial piety, chastity and righteousness, Your Majesty will naturally not treat him unfairly.

“Everything else is just minor details!

"The best thing about me is that I am not greedy. I am content with just having enough for what I have."

Wang Xifeng's casual confession made Emperor Chongzhao feel very happy, and he gave her a thumbs up and praised her:

“Transparent!

"Your Highness is so insightful that even the entire harem, or even half of the court, might not be as good as you!

"Father chose you to be my close friend. What a good vision!"

Wang Xifeng blushed slightly and glared at him: "Eat! Even in summer, cold food is not good for your health!"

Emperor Chongzhao ate happily until his stomach was full, then walked slowly back home with his food.

As soon as he left, Wang Xifeng collapsed on the bed exhaustedly and ordered, "I'm going to sleep. I won't see anyone!"

Close your eyes and fall into a deep sleep——

I was busy too late last night and I am so sleepy.

She slept until the afternoon. An'er felt that if she continued to sleep, she would not be able to sleep at night, so he dragged her up:

"Your Highness, you haven't even seen the venue for the flower show yet! You have to discuss with Liu Shang how to arrange the banquet and how everyone should sit!"

Wang Xifeng sat up dazedly, looked at the sky, and yawned: "It's too late now, let's talk about it tomorrow!"

"But Wangxiantai has already told them that you will be there today. You are busy in the morning, at noon, and in the afternoon. What an ugly excuse!"

An Er coaxed her, "It's said that watching the sunset and the moonrise on the Wangxian Terrace is extremely beautiful. Let's go. If you get tired of walking around, you can have dinner there and come back later. It's also a beautiful thing!"

This sentence touched Wang Xifeng's heart, and she immediately came to her senses, her eyes lit up: "This is a good idea!

"Go tell He Ke, Sister Lin, and Princess Zhai now, and I'll take them to visit Wangxiantai!

"Tell Cai Xiangchun that I will be drinking wine facing the moon over there tonight, and ask her to prepare a feast for at least four adults and two children!

"Come, wash and dress for me, and notify Wangxiantai to let them know that I'll be there soon!"