In Xianfu Palace, Concubine Duan simply dressed up and walked out of the palace with several palace ladies.
Concubine Duan's status in the harem was that of the standing deputy queen, and she was even more powerful than the queen in many cases. She naturally attracted the attention of many people when she went out.
Concubine Duan ignored the others and rushed to Qian'an Palace anxiously.
She was well-informed and had already known about the emperor's physical decline.
Decline is supposed to be a slow process, and it is inevitable as one gets older, so Concubine Duan is not too worried about it, after all, the emperor is already over fifty years old.
According to Concubine Duan's estimation, if the emperor's body remains strong for another seven or eight years, it should not be a problem.
So when she learned that the emperor could no longer stand up, Concubine Duan was completely confused.
Her status in the harem all depends on the emperor. If the emperor has any shortcomings, her status will be in jeopardy.
With anxiety in mind, Concubine Duan arrived outside Qian'an Palace.
"Is the emperor here?" Concubine Duan asked bluntly.
"Your Majesty, please wait a moment. I will report to you right away!"
Knowing that the emperor was inside, Concubine Duan still had time to wait for someone to report her, so she walked directly into the main hall.
The eunuchs on duty didn't dare to stop her, so they actually let Concubine Duan appear in front of the emperor's bed.
The strong smell of herbs in the room made Concubine Duan frown, while the emperor was leaning on the couch, reading the memorial in his hand.
Seeing Concubine Duan coming over, the emperor put down what he was doing and asked with a smile: "What's important for Concubine Duan?"
Walking up to the emperor, Concubine Duan whispered: "I just came to see the emperor!"
He couldn't hide the news that his physical condition was deteriorating. Zhao Yongcheng had already anticipated this, so he was very calm at the moment.
"What's so good about me? My beloved, I'd better go back first. I'll talk to you when I'm free!"
But at this time, tears welled up in the eyes of Concubine Duan, who had always been strong. She only heard her say: "Your Majesty, I am afraid!"
These words were spoken out of emotion. If the emperor, her great supporter, fell, her life would never be easy.
Although she helped Zhao Weilong a lot, the relationship between the two was an exchange of interests, and Concubine Duan could never trust Zhao Weilong.
He was very aware of his physical condition and that he might die soon, so he asked the emperor's grandson to supervise the country in the hope of a smooth transition of power.
Of course, he will also find a way out for Concubine Duan.
"You all stand down!"
As soon as the emperor said this, all the serving maids and eunuchs withdrew, leaving only Zhao Yongcheng and Concubine Duan in the room.
"Don't be afraid, my beloved, I have already thought of a way out for you..."
"After a hundred years of my life, you can escape into Buddhism and guard my soul, so that you can enjoy your old age in peace!"
This is the most reliable and appropriate method that Zhao Yongcheng came up with.
As long as Concubine Duan gives up her position and escapes into Buddhism, she can stay out of it, and her own safety will be natural.
Of course, Zhao Yongcheng arranged this because he wanted Concubine Duan to stay with him all the time.
Concubine Duan burst into tears when she heard these words. She just heard her say: "Your Majesty is in good health, how can you talk about what happens after your death?"
Just at this moment, Zhao Yongcheng coughed several times in succession, and Concubine Duan quickly straightened out his breathing.
"My beloved concubine, over the years the imperial court has been troubled by internal and external troubles, my body and bones have long been exhausted. Today it is even difficult to walk. Alas..."
Zhao Yongcheng didn't say anything else, he could already feel that his end was approaching.
"emperor……"
"My beloved, listen to me, stop fighting... and live well!"
At this moment, Zhao Yongcheng did not call himself "I", indicating that he was playing the role of a husband.
This was also the first time that Concubine Duan heard Zhao Yongcheng make it clear that she should stop fighting for anything.
This is tantamount to saying that if she insists on having her own way, she will not get the support of the emperor.
Concubine Duan wiped her tears and said: "Your Majesty... the fourth and sixth sons are gone, what's the point of living as a concubine!"
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In Qian'an Palace, Concubine Duan was talking to the emperor, but Zhao Weilong had already arrived outside the palace.
The court meeting was over, and Zhao Weilong came to Qian'an Palace to express his gratitude and visit his imperial grandfather.
"Your Highness, Concubine Duan, you are inside, the Emperor asked us to wait outside the palace!" the eunuch on duty reminded.
Logically speaking, if the grandson of the prison country wants to see the emperor, he should be given the highest priority.
But at this time, Zhao Weilong said calmly: "In that case, just wait!"
The emperor's grandson had to wait for someone, so naturally he would not let the cool breeze blow outside the main hall, so the eunuchs found a place for him to wait in the side hall.
After half an hour, Concubine Duan left Qian'an Palace.
In the end, she accepted the emperor's suggestion that after the emperor's funeral, she would voluntarily escape to the empty gate to guard the mausoleum.
The reason for this choice was that Concubine Duan had no choice. She relied on the emperor for everything, and the emperor's will was something she could not violate.
Soon, Zhao Weilong in the side hall was notified and walked to the emperor's palace.
"My grandson bows to the emperor!"
Zhao Yongcheng looked calm and said: "Get up!"
"Everyone else, stand down!"
Only the grandfather and grandson were left in the palace.
"I heard that Grandpa Huang was in poor health and my grandson was worried, so he came over to visit him in a hurry. Is Grandpa Huang feeling better?"
"As people get older, their bodies and bones will no longer function!"
"You must quickly shoulder the burden of the imperial court, familiarize yourself with various government affairs as soon as possible, learn more, read more and ask more questions..."
After hearing the emperor's teachings, Zhao Weilong nodded repeatedly.
From the emperor's words, he felt a hint of joy and eagerness, as if he wanted to leave all state affairs to himself.
"My grandson is young and may not be able to take on a big responsibility... Please give me some advice from Grandpa Huang!"
"What you see on paper is ultimately shallow... Many truths need to be experienced by yourself before you can understand them. I can't teach you!"
Speaking of this, Zhao Yongcheng couldn't help but laugh at himself: "The country of our ancestors has become like this in the hands of the emperor. I am not a wise king or wise master, so how can I dare to teach you!"
This was Zhao Yongcheng's summary of himself. It could be said to be so straightforward and explicit that Zhao Weilong didn't know how to answer the question.
"Grandpa Huang..."
Zhao Weilong wanted to say a few nice words, but he heard Zhao Yongcheng say in a gloomy tone: "Boy, when you are an emperor... you are cruel!"
Zhao Yongcheng said the word "ruthless" in a particularly sinister way, which made Zhao Weilong feel chills all over his body.
"Those who are officials form cliques for personal gain, talk secretly and use secret swords, and wield power and chaos in government... They are absolutely untrustworthy!"
"You have to guard against them. You must not be influenced by them, let alone be used by them!"
Zhao Yongcheng hated the civil service group deeply, so he warned his grandson these things.
Throughout his life, he originally wanted to achieve something, but it was because of the suppression of the civil servant group that he ultimately achieved nothing.
Even the most important crown prince, Zhao Yongcheng, was stuck.
It can be said that Zhao Yongcheng's words opened a door to Zhao Yongcheng.
It turned out that officials could not be trusted, and this knowledge took root in his mind.
All young people have great ambitions. At this moment, Zhao Weilong swore in his heart that in the future he would clear up the troubled times and stabilize the Jin Dynasty.
"My grandson must remember the teachings of the emperor!" Zhao Weilong said very solemnly.
Zhao Yongcheng was about to answer when he coughed. His health was indeed not optimistic.
