Chapter 906: 517: The Noble Consort's Inebriation (Unlocked)

Chapter 906: Chapter 517: The Noble Consort’s Inebriation (Unlocked)

Chunhua Palace.

Noble Consort Yang’s face looked somewhat unwell; she had just heard about the Northern Barbarians amassing an army of seven hundred thousand to assault Liangzhou, and for some reason, her heart was filled with anxiety and hidden worries.

Chen Yuan… was stationed in Liangzhou.

Faced with the assault of the Northern Barbarians’ Iron Cavalry, as the Golden Envoy of Liangzhou, he certainly couldn’t and wouldn’t flee; he had to confront this great battle.

As it is often said, on the battlefield, swords and spears have no eyes.

No matter how advanced his cultivation and exceptional his talent, what could they amount to in front of an army of seven hundred thousand?

Indeed, she was worried for Chen Yuan.

It was hard to articulate this feeling, but she was certain of it.

As for when it began, Noble Consort Yang subconsciously touched her left cheek, her fair fingers rubbing gently, seemingly starting in Shuanghe Temple.

Then, that evening at the Earl’s residence, it reached its peak.

Thinking about what happened under the table that day, Noble Consort Yang couldn’t help but feel her mouth watering, swallowing a mouthful of saliva involuntarily, her smooth face blushing with a layer of crimson.

So… shameful!

That guy Chen Yuan actually dared to put it in her mouth!!!

Ever since Chen Yuan left, she hadn’t been able to forget what happened that day; as she was recalling it in detail, the maid outside walked over, bowed, and said,

“Your Highness, the Fourth Prince has arrived.”

“What is he here for? I won’t see him!”

Noble Consort Yang snorted coldly.

Her face looked somewhat unnatural.

Ever since Sima Ke said those treasonous words, she had stopped seeing this unfilial son, besides the shame and anger, there were also the events that happened at the Earl’s residence that day.

Making it even harder for her to accept.

She remembered, at that time, the distance between her and her son was no more than three feet, with only a tablecloth concealing them; every time she recalled it, Noble Consort Yang felt uncomfortable all over.

However, at the same time, a strange feeling also filled her heart.

So, whenever Sima Ke wanted to see her, she always felt extremely awkward and naturally wouldn’t agree to meet him, but this time Sima Ke didn’t leave.

Just after she said she wouldn’t meet him and before the maid could turn around and inform him to leave, Sima Ke broke in directly, and the few palace maids outside naturally didn’t dare to stop him.

After all, no matter what conflicts Noble Consort Yang and the Fourth Prince had, they were still mother and son, with blood thicker than water.

“Your child greets Mother Consort.”

Sima Ke bowed with a calm expression, a light smile on his face.

Not feeling any awkwardness in the slightest due to the displeasure on Noble Consort Yang’s face.

“I said I wouldn’t see you, go out.”

Noble Consort Yang snorted coldly.

“Has Mother Consort still not forgiven your child’s unintentional words after such a long time?” Speaking ingratiatingly, Sima Ke signaled to the nearby palace maids to retreat.

The palace maids exchanged glances, saw that Noble Consort Yang just gave a light hum, and then bowed and withdrew.

“What more do you want to say?”

Noble Consort Yang’s expression slightly changed as she asked.

The Fourth Prince, with a smile flickering on his face, approached and said in a low voice:

“Mother Consort, it was my mistake earlier; you should have calmed down by now.”

“Hmmph.”

“But those things I said that day, though harsh, weren’t entirely without reason.”

“You…”

Noble Consort Yang stared at Sima Ke.

Seeing a hint of anger on Noble Consort Yang’s face, Sima Ke hurriedly changed the topic, speaking,

“Mother Consort, you have heard about the Northern Barbarians’ major invasion, right?”

“Hmm.”

Noble Consort Yang was silent for a moment and nodded.

“Then what does Mother Consort think?”

“Think about what?”

“This time, the seven hundred thousand strong Northern Barbarians’ Iron Cavalry attacking the Central Plains is a dangerous thing for the officials of Liangzhou. I remember Chen Yuan seems to be the Golden Envoy of Liangzhou.”

“What does Chen Yuan have to do with this palace?”

Noble Consort Yang tried her best to maintain a displeased expression.

Sima Ke looked at the expression on Noble Consort Yang’s face as if he had already seen through something, and then said,

“Chen Yuan is now a strong ally for you and me, Mother and Son. If he dies in Liangzhou, there really will be no hope for your child to ascend to the position of Crown Prince.”

“You want this palace to beg His Majesty to summon Chen Yuan back?”

Noble Consort Yang frowned, hearing the implication in Sima Ke’s words.

“With Chen Yuan’s talent, give him a few years to grow, and he is bound to become a significant minister in the court. Moreover, you have also seen how he handled your child,

if such a person could be used by me, what is there to fear about unresolved major events?”

Sima Ke lowered his voice and said.

He had no other way, thus seeking help from Noble Consort Yang.

Ever since that incident, Jingtai has only shown revulsion in his eyes whenever he sees him, so how could he dare to provoke him? The officials attached to him have all been removed by the eldest and the second.

His elder sister didn’t favor him at all either.

Here, he was as unwelcome as a dog.

So, he could only turn to Noble Consort Yang, hoping that she would whisper sweet nothings in His Majesty’s ear.

“This palace says this matter is inappropriate.”

Noble Consort Yang replied coldly.

Though there wasn’t a clear rule that the harem couldn’t meddle in state affairs, wasn’t it an unspoken rule? If she pleaded for Chen Yuan, what would that look like?

“No… Mother Consort, in fact, you are the most appropriate person to speak on this matter. Previously because of Uncle’s matter, His Majesty knows you are annoyed with Chen Yuan, surely he will not think much of it,

he might just feel that you are eager to cherish talent, moreover… if Chen Yuan truly dies in Liangzhou, how would Mother Consort relieve worries and solve difficulties in the future?”

Sima Ke lowered his voice, slightly hinting.

Unexpectedly, Noble Consort Yang’s face changed abruptly, suddenly picked up a jade ornament on the table, and threw it at Sima Ke, shouting angrily: