The prince heard Ru Yu say that there was nothing strange about Wen Wan, and his attitude was still the same. Nothing showed on his face. But when I heard that Wen Wan agreed that Ling Chang could go to the princess's mansion to play, I was a little surprised: "Wen Wan asked Ling Chang to go to her mansion? What does Wen Wan mean by this?" This has never happened before. It is rare for outsiders to enter Wenwan's mansion. Anyway, he never went in once. It was the third brother and the sixth brother who went there once that year. It's just greeting in the front hall.
Ruyu said with a smile: "How can there be so many ideas? Lingcheng said that he liked Brother Rui and Brother Jin very much, and asked Wenwan if he could visit his brothers often. Wenwan heard that Lingchen liked her children very much, so naturally I agreed wholeheartedly. "Of course, the premise is that Ling Chang really likes the two little ones. If it was taught by her parents, Wen Wan would not agree. Speaking of which, she didn't expect Ling Chang to ask that question at the end.
The prince glanced at Ling Chang's timid look: "Since Wen Wan said it, let him go. If he can get Wen Wan's liking and learn Wen Wan's two skills, he won't have to worry about it in the future."
Ruyu¡¯s expression changed a bit, but quickly returned to normal. If the prince's tone had not been like this, well, it would have been unbearable. This sentence is naturally good. But he was so careless and his tone was indifferent, as if he didn't care. Ruyu was very angry in her heart. But no matter how angry you are. There was still a smile on his face.
In the Third Prince¡¯s Mansion, Qi Mu and Qi Feng were playing chess and chatting.
Qi Mu came up with the idea that it would be better for them to have the queen go to Huangjue Temple to cultivate her character. At least this is a sign of filial piety. As a son, he cannot criticize his own mother harshly. But the fact that he was always holding his mother back gave him a headache. But now the emperor has not agreed yet. What did the queen mother do to make the father so angry? He even refused to go to Huangjue Temple to pray for the emperor¡¯s grandmother. What kind of taboo did this violate?
Qi Mu was also troubled by the fact that Wen Wan only saw Ru Yu. It's not that he hasn't thought of ways to allow his wife to have a normal relationship with Wen Wan. But Wenwan has a few good relationships with other women. I no longer want to interact too much with other people. It's all about saving face. He also wanted to win over the prince and his wife. But both of them also refused. Especially the wife of the Duke of Zhenguo, as long as she talks about being gentle, eating, wearing and dressing up, these women are very happy to talk about it. But when it comes to other things, there are only three words, I don¡¯t know.
Qi Feng is more interested in Wen Wan¡¯s willingness to take Ling Chang to her mansion: ¡°Tell me. Do you have any other plans for Wen Wan to take Ling Chang to her mansion?¡±
Qi Mu shook his head: "Probably not. If Wen Wan comes into contact with Ling Yuan, there may be something else. Ling Chang is just a four-year-old child, and he still doesn't know how to do it. Moreover, Ling Chang has a gentle temperament. He is also timid and has mediocre qualifications. What kind of plan could she have? But speaking of it, I admire the princess. If it weren't for her good calculation, Lingchen wouldn't be so favored by Wenwan. "In Qimu's opinion, Lingcheng had the same birthday as Wenwan. of cheap. This can also be said to be a rare fate. In addition, often, feelings will naturally arise when seeing each other.
Qi Feng deeply agrees with this. His sister-in-law is really powerful. He has to face the pressure from his mother. Next, he has to face the Guo family's difficulties, and at the same time he has to help the prince. He also protected his two children and kept the East Palace in order. He can also put down his posture and maintain a good relationship with Wen Wan. If it were his princess, she would never be able to do it.
Qi Mu smiled and said, "I remember He's pretty good too."
Qi Feng was very depressed when he heard this topic: "The He family has always been a topic of conversation. Before we even entered the door, everyone was watching. Third brother, I always find this strange. The news we got is that the He family is valued by the father? Why? Give it to me for no reason? I remember Wen Wan met He? I heard that Princess Chun had heard that Jiang Wei would give it to me. I am a concubine, so I have no other doubts about it.¡±
Qi Mu put down a message: "Although it looks similar, I can be sure that this matter cannot have anything to do with Wen Wan. Not to mention that Wen Wan and Princess Chun are just casual acquaintances, even if they are as close as sisters, the Duke of Zhen Guo Madam Prince, you don¡¯t have the dignity to allow Wen Wan to risk her father¡¯s taboo and interfere in the harem affairs. If Wen Wan acted so lightly, the second prince would still have such a headache to hate Wen Wan. Bear it. Gentle, no flaws. "It's not that there are no flaws, but that people can't find them. Act in a gentle and upright manner. Even if she wants to plot against you, she is not afraid to let you know that she is plotting against you. Because she acts above board. Every time Wen Wan is used, it's all a conspiracy. Even if you hate it, you have to admire it while hating it.
When Qi Feng heard this, he stopped playing the chess pieces in his hand. Putting it back: "Tell me, how did Wen Wan grow up? At the age of six, he could defeat Song Luoyang with his chess skills."
Seeing Qi Feng, Qi Mu had no intention of continuing.??. He asked someone to collect the chessboard: "Speaking of which, I haven't played chess with Wen Wan yet! When I have the opportunity, I'll have a good game with her."
Qi Feng had a hard time not attacking him. He took a sip of warm tea and said, "Third brother, the fifth brother has calmed down recently. What do you think he is planning?"
When Qi Mu heard this, a smile appeared on his face: "The Marquis of Zhennan had a problem with him. He wanted to escape from his control. He is suffering from a headache now! The Marquis of Zhennan has always been his arm. If he really breaks away, It was a huge impact on Lao Wu. "Without Prince Hao as his father-in-law, Xu Zhongran might not have had the courage. But because of his father-in-law, Xu Zhongran had the confidence.
Qi Feng was about to make a move: "Third brother, what do you think we can bring Xu Zhongran over?"
Qi Mu put down his lucky tea cup and said, "Don't bother with it. If you really break away from Lao Wu, Xu Zhongran will only follow Prince Hao. He will not be won over by us."
Speaking of Prince Hao, Qi Feng mentioned one thing: "I got news that Prince Hao intends to get the military power in Haikou. Do you think he wants Xu Zhongran to go?"
Qi Mu really hasn¡¯t thought about this problem. His face looked a little solemn at the moment: "The Wen family is also thinking about this idea. If they get the military power in Haikou, the benefits will be huge. Now that Prince Hao has also intervened, it must be in Prince Hao's pocket. The Wen family has no extravagant hopes for the military power in Haikou. ¡±
Qi Feng said with great interest: "This is also something that can't be said for sure. We will just see it." Anyway, it is impossible for anyone to have their turn.
Both of them thought that Prince Hao was a sure bet. That's because Prince Hao is not only senior, but also has the merit of being a dragon. The emperor would not refuse.
But as the person involved, Prince Hao is not so sure. Prince Hao didn't think in this direction at first.
Xu Zhongran thought that was a good place to go. And in Xu Zhongran's view, this shouldn't be a big problem. But Prince Hao was not as optimistic as he was.
Prince Hao and Xu Zhongran were talking about this matter in the study. Prince Hao means to wait and see: "If there is no Wen Wan, this matter is naturally very safe. But if there is Wen Wan mixed in, then it is uncertain. Therefore, we cannot take action on this matter for the time being. We can wait and see. Let the Wen family take the lead."
Xu Zhongran was a little surprised now: "What does it have to do with Princess Wenwan? Hasn't the property in Haikou been handed over now, and the princess doesn't care about it. Even if the princess takes charge again in the future, no one will dare not to betray the princess's face." He is No matter how much I think about it, I don¡¯t think this matter can be related to Wen Wan.
Prince Hao exclaimed: "Do you think Wen Wan will take over the industry again?" He had thought about it before. But Wen Wan's attitude was clear and she wouldn't answer. So I didn¡¯t think much about it.
Xu Zhongran nodded: "Yes. I heard that the profits of banks and restaurants last year and this year dropped significantly compared with previous years. Even if the princess is willing to let go, the emperor is reluctant to let go. The money earned from these industries every year can help the emperor solve the problem. What a difficult problem. How can the emperor be willing to do so?"
Prince Hao said with a smile: "If Wen Wan is determined not to do so, we will take care of the children at home!" According to the news, Wen Wan was reluctant to leave her two children. How could he be willing to leave his children behind to manage such a mess?
Xu Zhongran shook his head: "If the emperor is interested, the princess cannot refuse. However, why did father say that the princess would stop it? If it is for the business, it cannot be justified!"
Prince Hao liked Xu Zhongran¡¯s understanding. However, if Wen Wan resolutely refuses to take over, the emperor will force her to do so, and she has a way to postpone it indefinitely. But just wait and see what happens: "I'm not talking about the trading company, but the islands built by Wen Wan. If I'm not wrong, Wen Wan is using them as his retreat. Now the generals in Haikou are all Bai Shinian helped them, and Wen Wan was kind to them, and they were very cooperative in this matter. But if it were to be replaced by someone whom Wen Wan couldn't control, do you think Wen Wan would agree? "In their position, it only depends on what they can do. Can't control it. Rather than looking at trust or distrust.
Xu Zhongran was confused. He knew that Wenwan was building an island. In fact, he couldn't understand how Wen Wan's island construction could be used as a retreat: "Father, I actually don't understand why Princess Wen Wan would use the island as a retreat." A normal person's understanding is that the retreat should be placed in a dark place so that no one can notice it. , without knowing it. But Wen Wan went in the opposite direction, and now built the island with great fanfare, as if she was afraid that the world would not know that she built the island as her own retreat. This is hard to understand.
Prince Hao also couldn't understand: "Wenwan's plan to build the island is a retreat. In fact, it sends another message. She will not get involved in the fight. If the new emperor cannot tolerate her, she will live on the island."
Xu Zhongran shook his head: "I always think there are other uses."
Prince Hao nodded: ???It is not yet known whether the island has other functions. I've seen the news coming out, but there's nothing special about it. "On those islands, the trees were cut down at first. After the trees were cut down, roads were built. After the roads were built, houses were built. I heard that the houses were built, and these craftsmen could go back. So I really don't know what the purpose is. .
Xu Zhongran couldn¡¯t figure out why. We can only wait and see. (To be continued)