Xie Shuning was startled, then chuckled coldly.

No matter how dilapidated Izumo-den is, it won't collapse due to the rain. What's more, Izumo-den is not broken at all.

She lowered her voice and asked Turan: "Can I ask if there are any casualties inside?"

Turan shook his head and replied amidst the crackling sound of the night rain: "I only say that Princess Shu was frightened. I don't know if there were any other casualties."

When such a big event happened, everyone's attention was naturally focused on the most important Princess Shu. After taking care of her, a group of people no longer cared about anyone else.

Xie Shuning sent Tu Lan down, tidied up the tents scattered around the bed, and once again covered Ji Tongying who was sleeping inside tightly, then took two steps back and sat down on the couch beside her.

The sound of rain continued in my ears, but the chaotic footsteps gradually subsided and were replaced by the sound of orderly steps. It seemed that in just a moment, the footsteps began to come out. When such a thing happened, Princess Shu did not

If it's a big problem, it's not a big deal, but it's not a small thing either.

Xie Shuning listened with bated breath. Suddenly someone opened a long bead curtain, and the round pearls collided and made a slight sound.

She turned to look and saw the imperial concubine walking in slowly, wearing a spring gown on a summer night.

"But she was woken up?" The imperial concubine was not too surprised to see her sitting outside. She smiled and walked over to help her tuck a strand of hair from her temples behind her ear, "Huihe actually slept peacefully."

Xie Shuning laughed along with her and said, "Princess has a broad heart and sleeps well."

A person who has nothing on his mind and does not dwell on trivial matters will always be able to sleep peacefully at night.

Those who have trouble sleeping, like her, or like the imperial concubine... are all because they are depressed and unable to calm down even when they are trapped.

In the silent night, the imperial concubine narrowed her eyes and looked at her carefully, as if she suddenly heard a different meaning from her casual words.

This child's eyes seemed to have the power to see through people's hearts.

It was only then that the imperial concubine was shocked to realize that Xie Shuning's eyes were not as pure as she should have been at her age. They were filled with a pool of water.

The water, which has been frozen for many years and has melted with the arrival of spring, is deep and calm, making it impossible to see the bottom at a glance.

The imperial concubine was slightly shocked.

"It's still early, go back to sleep." The imperial concubine looked away and sighed slightly, urging Xie Shuning to fall asleep again.

When Xie Shuning saw that she was wearing a dark green spring shirt, her long hair was loosely pulled up, and she had put on the shoes she wore when going out, she knew that she was going to Izumo Temple in person.

Without saying much, he lay down again obediently and watched the imperial concubine leave.

The lights in the room were extinguished again.

The gentle footsteps of the imperial concubine completely disappeared from Xie Shuning's ears.

Xie Shuning closed her eyes. Listening to the sound of rain that seemed to never stop, she slowly fell asleep.

In Izumo Temple, it was a mess, and no one could sleep peacefully.

Everyone was in shock, and everyone was terrified.

What collapsed this time was the area of ​​Izumo-den near the Forbidden Forest.

But even though that area is old, it has not fallen into disrepair. It was repaired just last winter. Logically speaking, there is absolutely no chance that it will collapse due to a heavy rain.

However, seeing is believing. The loud bang is still lingering in everyone's mind. Who dares to say that the house did not collapse?

Concubine Shu was really just frightened. Her bedroom was still some distance away and was not affected. Two nuns who guarded the secret forest passage lived in this room, and they had always lived there.

this.

The emperor was busy tonight talking with the Minister of War and Aircraft in the imperial study by candlelight. When he heard that a corner of the Izumo Palace collapsed, he immediately asked Concubine Shu. When she heard that it was no problem, he put the matter behind him and ignored it.

The empress and the imperial concubine got up overnight, changed their clothes, and took the Luan sedan chair to the Izumo Palace.

The aroma lingers in Izumo-den, and it smells like honey.

The imperial concubine frowned slightly, and inexplicably the scene of the emperor being close to Concubine Shu emerged in her mind, and she couldn't help but feel annoyed.

The queen walking beside her didn't feel much better either.

The queen didn't even know about Emperor Sufang's relationship with Concubine Shu. She was only annoyed by Concubine Shu.

Who is Concubine Shu, who dares to play tricks on her! Whenever the queen thinks of the past when she listened like an idiot in front of Concubine Shu, and the hands hidden under her sleeves, she can't help but clench her fists. She has always been

She is not a good-tempered person. Regardless of the reason, Princess Shu has deceived her and must pay the price.

As she walked forward hurriedly, the queen's young face was full of anxiety.

As soon as she entered Concubine Shu's bedroom, she raised her voice and said, "Is Concubine Shu okay?"

Everyone knew that the Queen and Dowager Shu were on good terms in private, so it was reasonable for her to be so eager.

Concubine Shu leaned on the soft pillow, the look of fear on her brows still lingering, and she looked toward the door. Her face turned pale, and she tried her best to smile: "Thank you for your trouble, Queen."

However, while she was speaking, her eyes fell on the imperial concubine walking behind.

Concubine Shu looked over with a cold look in her eyes.

This strange look disappeared in an instant.

But the imperial concubine still did not miss anything.

Ever since she entered the Izumo Palace, she had been paying attention to every move of Concubine Shu. Under her nose, Concubine Shu got involved with Emperor Sufang. For the imperial concubine, it was a great shame and humiliation. All it took was one moment.

When she thinks of it, it feels like a lump in her throat, causing her pain and hatred.

But she was still the graceful imperial concubine. She clearly saw the suspicion and coldness in Concubine Shu's eyes, but she still seemed to be unaware of it and followed the queen steadily step by step.

The queen is different. She is young after all and can't hold herself back.

Seeing that Concubine Shu was really safe and sound, the Queen was inevitably disappointed, and she couldn't help but have a hint or two in her eyes.

"It's fine, Concubine Shu. I'm frightened." The queen stood in front of the bed, leaned down, and tucked Concubine Shu herself into bed. As soon as she lowered her head and raised it again, the look in her eyes changed.

It couldn't be more sincere. She looked around and asked worriedly, "Where is Miss Rong Jiu? Is she still okay?"

Concubine Shu was slightly stunned.

"She was also frightened. I'm afraid she has stopped now."

The queen nodded repeatedly and said, "As long as nothing happens, as long as nothing happens." After saying that, she stood up suddenly, "Since Miss Rong Jiu is here, she is a guest in the palace. I, the master of this palace, should go there in person."

Just express my condolences."

The imperial concubine was sitting there drinking tea and almost laughed out loud when she heard this.

Such a queen, does she really think that this huge palace belongs to her, the Li family?

The Queen's words were spoken not only to Concubine Shu, but also to her.

Likewise, these words were also used by her to check the truth.

Everyone here knows that there is no Miss Rong Jiu in this Izumo Palace. And at this moment, they are talking face to face with Concubine Shu. Where can they find the fake Miss Rong Jiu?

Concubine Shu naturally excused herself: "How can I ask you to see her? It's her turn to come see you. But it's late at night, so I'll ask her to come and say hello to you tomorrow morning."

The queen came well prepared, how could she be dismissed by her with such a few words? Otherwise, wouldn’t this beautiful Izumo-den collapse in vain? The queen would not only feel distressed for the money spent, but also for the future repair project.

I feel bad. I won’t go along with Concubine Shu’s wishes.

She smiled generously and said: "Look what the concubine said, this is not a big deal. It doesn't matter if I go to see Miss Rong Jiu in person. Besides, Miss Rong Jiu was frightened.

It’s my turn to go ahead.”

There was silence in the room.

Concubine Shu had a troubled expression on her face, and after a while she said: "The queen has good intentions, but you really shouldn't push it away. Then let someone take you there, but she may be fast asleep."

Everyone thought that she was still trying to shirk things. Who knew that she actually directly asked someone to take the queen to see Rong Jiu.

The queen was confused.

Concubine Shu was right in front of her. Where could she get another Rong Jiu?

Could it be that she made a mistake?

When she was in shock and doubt, the queen pretended to be affectionate and quickly leaned over to lift Concubine Shu's hand. She quickly put her hand into the quilt and said, "Concubine, please be careful. It's rainy and windy. Don't do it."

It’s freezing.”

After saying that, she straightened up, waved her hand and ordered: "Take me to Miss Rong Jiu."

"Here."

The palace attendant responded and led her down.

The pink scar on the back of Concubine Shu's hand that was about to disappear was imprinted in the Queen's eyes and would never go away.

She wanted to see what kind of medicine Concubine Shu was selling in the gourd this time!

The queen's back gradually faded away until she disappeared, and only the two mistresses, Concubine Shu and Concubine Huang, were left in the bedroom.

The imperial concubine then put down the tea cup and said leisurely: "The tea served by the concubine is really excellent."

Concubine Shu had not received news from Emperor Su Fang. He had already informed the imperial concubine of the matter and asked her to arrange it. At this moment, she always felt quite uncomfortable when meeting the imperial concubine. She felt that the queen had no brains and she would not dare to

He also looked at the imperial concubine in this way.

As early as when Emperor Qinglong was still alive, she had heard the name of this imperial concubine who was born in the Bai family of Yanling more than once.

Not an ordinary person.
To be continued...