CHAPTER 10

Although most of the plot has collapsed now, according to the nature of the plot, even if it collapses, it still has to go through the process. Whether it is the imprisonment plot or the fire in the villa, they are all part of the original plot. Even if Song Yuanzhi collapses it, it will stubbornly go through the process to show its presence.

This gives Song Yuanzhi a lot of room to maneuver.

Although Yu Ling’s original work is no different from non-recyclable garbage, Song Yuanzhi, as someone who has read the entire original work, still has a little more foresight advantage than others.

For example, the most important thing is the succession of the throne.

In the original novel, the original owner and Xuanyuan Yu had been entangled and tortured for three years. Later, Emperor Yongkang died, Prince Wu ascended the throne, and Bai Yue also came back. The plot had a big outbreak. The original owner cried and was sad in the villa, while Xuanyuan Yu and Bai Yue were affectionate and came to the original owner to show their affection all day long, and even got the marriage granted by the new emperor.

The original owner finally lost all hope and set fire to the villa. She didn’t want to be entangled with Xuanyuan Yu anymore. She just wanted to burn herself to ashes in the fire so that she would never meet Xuanyuan Yu again in her next life.

Song Yuanzhi traveled through time, and it would probably be impossible for Xuanyuan Yu to turn her into a Stockholm patient, but that is not the point. The point is that Emperor Yongkang only has three years to live. If it is really like in the original book, and Prince Wu finally ascends the throne, allowing Xuanyuan Yu to continue to shake his cockscomb, then how can Song Yuanzhi survive in the Rong Dynasty?

If you want to cause trouble, make it big. The Empress’s side seems to be much more reliable than Xuanyuan Guifei’s. Look at the nephews from both sides’ natal families. One raised a legendary general who died on the battlefield, and the other raised a psychotic legal expert. Their personalities are not on the same level.

Song Yuanzhi was very courageous. She identified her target in a flash. She tilted her head slightly to look at Empress Lu. Looking at the calm expression on her face, Song Yuanzhi suddenly felt relieved for some reason.

Prince Ning’s expression was equally calm. He gracefully bowed and said goodbye to Empress Lu. “It’s been hot these days. Mother must be suffering from the heat. You should take care of yourself. I’ll take my leave.”

Empress Lu’s eyebrows moved slightly; her eyes were full of turmoil, but she instantly calmed down; an elegant and calm smile appeared on her face, and she nodded lightly, “You are thoughtful.”

When their eyes met in the air, there seemed to be a tacit understanding between them.

Song Yuanzhi looked at Prince Ning’s departing back, then at Empress Lu’s drooping eyelids. For some reason, a sigh escaped from her heart.

Empress Lu was very tolerant towards Song Yuanzhi. Not only did she not take seriously what Xuanyuan Guifei had said before about the entanglement between Song Yuanzhi and Xuanyuan Yu, but she also comforted Song Yuanzhi and said in a gentle voice, “Xuanyuan Guifei has a straightforward temperament and actually has no ill intentions. You don’t have to take it to heart.”

Song Yuanzhi automatically translated: That girl is just a brainless person; you don’t have to take her seriously.

Song Yuanzhi really didn’t take Xuanyuan Guifei seriously. She threw the Trump card right at the beginning. She was arrogant and domineering, but not smart or scheming. She was not a difficult person to deal with.

The really tricky thing is Emperor Yongkang behind her.

Even the Prince Wu is not the most important one.

The final decision on who will be the heir to the throne will be made by Emperor Yongkang. The key lies in the imperial edict placed behind the plaque of the Taiji Hall.

Song Yuanzhi couldn’t help but blink and suddenly became curious: Has Emperor Yongkang already written his will at this time?

Seeing Song Yuanzhi in a daze, Empress Lu thought she was frightened by Xuanyuan Guifei’s words. She patted Song Yuanzhi’s hand soothingly and continued to comfort her. “A girl from one family is sought after by hundreds of families. It shows that you are an outstanding girl. What’s more commendable is that you can still reject other good men in the capital for Ahji. No wonder Madam Qin praised you so much when she mentioned you.”

Song Yuanzhi touched her nose in embarrassment, feeling a little guilty. Madam Qin guessed that she was also happy to meet someone of the same kind. After all, there were only a handful of ladies in the capital who could practice with her for a few hours in the martial arts arena. The daughters of military commanders with good family backgrounds were not willing to let a good girl become a widow. Didn’t this just show Song Yuanzhi?

However, when it comes to Lu Shaoyou, Song Yuanzhi still nodded in agreement and said, “No matter how many young talents there are in the capital, there is no one more outstanding than the Marquis of Zhenbei.”

Empress Lu’s smile grew wider, and she glanced calmly towards the inner hall, “It seems that this is the fate of the two of you.”

Song Yuanzhi nodded vigorously and looked at Empress Lu calmly. “Your Majesty has a good temper, and Madam Qin treats me very well. I am not smart, and I don’t have a delicate heart. Living with Madam Qin in the Marquis’ Mansion is much more peaceful than it is now. So, I am still the winner.”

Empress Lu has lived in the palace for a long time and has seen many people who speak in a roundabout way. It is very rare to see someone as frank as Song Yuanzhi. She was stunned for a moment, then nodded and smiled, “There is no shortage of smart people in this world. What is lacking are people who know they are not smart and are willing to live a down-to-earth life. In this regard alone, you are better than most people. You are indeed worthy of the position of the wife of the Marquis of Zhenbei.”

Song Yuanzhi exhaled slightly and then heard Empress Lu continue to say, “Rest well after you go back, and wait for good news from the palace.”

Song Yuanzhi was stunned. Is this a marriage? Soon, Song Yuanzhi came to her senses. She thought about the life span of Emperor Yongkang, looked at Empress Lu’s expression, and after careful consideration, she said in a low voice, “There is no need to disturb the Empress and His Majesty for such a small matter. The good health of the Empress and His Majesty is a blessing for all the people.”

“You are such a worrywart.” Empress Lu smiled, gently brushed her temples with her right hand, and said calmly, “There are imperial doctors in the palace who come to check our pulse every day. You don’t need to worry.”

As she spoke, Empress Lu’s eyes suddenly flickered, and then she continued to smile at Song Yuanzhi and said, “On the contrary, you are in a rather awkward situation at home. Seeing how frail you are, I will ask the imperial physician to go to the Song Mansion to check your pulse and take care of your body.”

Song Yuanzhi gained a lot from entering the palace this time.

In addition to the precious supplements and jewelry bestowed by Empress Lu, Emperor Yongkang probably heard that Xuanyuan Guifei had specially gone to Fengyi Palace to cause trouble for Empress Lu, and in order to appease Empress Lu and Madam Qin, he also gave Song Yuanzhi a lot of things, including a peacock fur coat that was tributed from the Western Regions at the beginning of this year. It was extremely precious, ingeniously crafted, and breathtakingly beautiful. Xuanyuan Guifei had been asking for it for a long time but failed, but Song Yuanzhi got it instead.

Song Yuanzhi felt secretly happy whenever she imagined the scene of Xuanyuan Guifei exploding with anger. There was no way; Song Yuanzhi was so petty that she didn’t want to let the people who had embarrassed her live a happy life.

After returning home, Song Lilan saw the pile of rewards behind Song Yuanzhi. She looked quite regretful. She glanced at Song Yuanzhi coldly and said with a curled lip, “You are so lucky to have caught the Empress’s eye.”

Song Yuanzhi’s eyebrows curled, “I also think I’m lucky. I heard that Xuanyuan Guifei thinks highly of the son of Nan’an Marquis. You will also have this blessing soon.”

Song Lilan was overjoyed when she heard this. She didn’t care about finding fault with Song Yuanzhi for a moment, but asked carefully, “Did you also meet Xuanyuan Guifei? What is her personality like?”

“The Imperial Concubine has a very nice personality, but she thinks I’m dull and not smart enough. I think she likes a girl like you who is straightforward and lively.”

“The palace is really a place where people can be trained. Look, you’ve only been in there for half a day, but you’ve become much sweeter.” Song Lilan nodded with satisfaction and generously decided to let Song Yuanzhi go. “Of course I’m more likeable than you!”

Song Yuanzhi could only complain that she didn’t know who gave Song Lilan such confidence, and it was not easy to be so confident that one was blind and clueless.

She was looking forward to the encounter between this clueless little princess and the equally clueless and arrogant Xuanyuan Guifei in the palace. When she thought of that scene, Song Yuanzhi even wanted to take out a handful of melon seeds and eat them while watching the show.

After sending Song Lilan away with a few words, Song Yuanzhi finally became happy and began to look forward to the fairy-like days in the future when she could chat and laugh with Madam Qin and practice martial arts in the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion.

Absolutely perfect!

Song Yuanzhi was secretly happy when suddenly a man appeared in the yard, leaning against a tree with his arms folded, looking at Song Yuanzhi with a smile.

When Song Yuanzhi looked up, she was met with the other person’s handsome face, which was like the blue sky after the rain, clean and clear, which made people feel better.

Song Yuanzhi was very surprised. “Brother, weren’t you transferred to guard the bamboo forest? Why are you here again?”

The other party chuckled, “The secret guards are short of manpower, and someone is sick and has asked for leave. So I’ll come over to take over for a few days.”

Song Yuanzhi nodded to show her understanding and suddenly remembered something: “By the way, brother, I don’t even know your name yet.”

Then, Song Yuanzhi was surprised to find that the smile of the big brother opposite her was frozen on his face.