Do You Know?: Rule the World

She stroked her bulging belly and suddenly understood another thing.

My grandmother must have realized that the official’s identity was unusual a long time ago!

She specifically taught herself the rules of the palace and insisted on not allowing the illegitimate daughter of Aunt Kang to enter the house as a concubine, probably because of this matter.

After all, my grandmother lived in the palace for a few years before she got married, so she must have seen what the official looked like when he was young.

"Sister-in-law, don't get too excited. I only found out about this before my brother left for the war."

Huirou squeezed Hualan's wrist and whispered.

Hua Lan nodded gently, but a hint of unconcealable worry flashed across her face. "I understand, but I don't know when the master will be back."

Huirou smiled brightly and said, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. There are continuous reports of victory in the northwest. Brother will be able to return triumphantly soon."

On the side, the smile on Xiao Qin's face was a little hard to maintain.

She really didn't expect that the person who had always been on good terms with Erlang and led Erlang onto the right path was actually the only prince of the dynasty!

Years ago, she secretly asked someone to go to the White Deer Grotto Academy to inquire about the news, thinking that Erlang would return to his old ways since no one was disciplining him.

Unexpectedly, he actually studied hard day and night in the academy, and even won praise from many great scholars!

How can a lowly merchant girl be more capable than her sister's flesh and blood, and even her own son!

She and her sister are both legitimate daughters of the Marquis of Dongchang!

Princess Pingning's expression remained calm as usual, still maintaining her princess's dignity, and she spoke slowly and steadily, "It is indeed God's will. The emperor has been troubled by the lack of a child for many years, and now his wish has finally come true."

"The reason why Prince Yan suddenly rebelled today is probably because of this matter."

Seeing that there was no movement outside, the eldest daughter-in-law of the Duke of Lingguo's mansion and several other female relatives stood up and walked to Hualan with smiles on their faces.

"Mrs. Sheng is truly blessed. Look at her whole demeanor. She truly is born to be a noble person!"

"Yes, once this matter gets out, I wonder how many people will envy you, Madam!"

"Madam, do you still remember my daughter? Last year at Madam Wu's gathering, it was she who had such a pleasant conversation with your little sister."

"..."

Hua Lan was surrounded by the crowd, maintaining a decent smile on her face.

Huirou looked at the women who came to flatter her, and directly protected Hualan behind her, stiffening her neck and saying, "My sister-in-law is in a heavy body and can't stand the noise. If she gets pregnant, none of you will be able to escape!"

The female relatives who were so enthusiastic just now suddenly fell silent when they heard this and took a few steps back unconsciously.

"Sister-in-law, I'll accompany you to the side hall to rest." Huirou personally reached out to support Hualan.

Princess Yong pursed her lips and said nothing, her expression becoming increasingly gloomy.

Princess Jiacheng watched the scene coldly, and happened to catch a glimpse of Rong Feiyan holding her chin with both hands and looking at her with a smile.

In anger, he almost bit his teeth to pieces.

Chapter 94 Sheng Hong: I am the future father-in-law of the emperor

Prince Yan, Zhao Cexiao, Jiao Feng and others used fireworks as a signal.

If it succeeds, set off two fireworks; if it fails, set off only one.

It was already late at night, and no news had come yet. The two of them suddenly felt something was wrong.

"Sir, the prince's current situation is unclear. How about we..."

Before he could finish his words, he saw torches suddenly lit up on the city wall, and a large number of imperial guards holding divine arm bows were already lined up and waiting.

Then a loud shout came from the tower: "Shoot!"

Suddenly, arrows rained down, and the rebel army was in chaos.

"Protect the prince!" Jiao Feng roared and was forced to retreat repeatedly by the rain of arrows that followed.

The war drums thundered on the city wall, the heavy city gate slowly opened, and the commander of the imperial guards, Xu Xin, rushed out first.

"You...you dare to betray us!"

Zhao Cexiao's eyes were bloodshot. Just three days ago, this man was kneeling in front of his father and swearing his loyalty.

What's the internal and external collaboration, what's the plan to force the emperor to abdicate, it's basically a trap set by the government to lure the emperor into a trap!

Xu Xin reined in his horse and looked at him expressionlessly.

"Prince Yan has been apprehended for his treason, why don't you surrender?"

Zhao Cexiao snorted coldly, then burst into crazy laughter and suddenly drew out his sword.

"Xu Xin! You're a traitorous slave! Even if I, Zhao Cexiao, die today, I'll take you with me!"

"No retreat!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the surroundings suddenly fell into chaos.

The imperial guards who had been lying in ambush nearby several days ago swarmed forward, and the sound of armor colliding was deafening.

At the Sheng Mansion, Sheng Hong and Sheng Changbai heard the sound of hurried horse hooves coming from outside.

Still confused, they opened the side door with a group of servants to find out what was going on.

He didn't expect to see several imperial guards galloping past him and fighting with the rebels who had escaped from Prince Yan's Mansion.

"Kill...kill someone!"

"Changbai, look! They're killing people!"

As a scholar, he had never seen such a bloody scene.

Sheng Hong was so frightened that his hands and feet became weak, his face turned pale, and his whole body was out of control.

"Father, it's dangerous outside, come back soon!"

Sheng Changbai hurried forward to pull Sheng Hong back. When he looked up, he saw flames rising into the sky at the city gate, and his heart tightened.

Compared to Sheng Hong, he thought about it for a while.

He calmly ordered the servants around him, "Guard the gates strictly. No one is allowed to leave. The corner gates must be guarded tightly!"

Several servants responded and went to do it immediately, not daring to delay for a moment.

In Shou'an Hall, Old Lady Sheng learned from Wang Ruofu that there was trouble outside.

Her expression changed suddenly, and she hurriedly asked, "Where's Hua'er? How's Hua'er?"

Wang Ruofu blinked, "Is mother frightened out of her wits? Hua'er knows everything is fine in the Zhao Mansion."

"Mother Wei said this morning that Concubine Rong was hosting a banquet in the palace, and Hua'er also received an invitation."

The old lady didn't want to listen to Wang Ruofu talking about this. She stood up, her fingers trembling slightly.

"Quick, send a few skilled servants to the Zhao Mansion to inquire about the news!"

Upon hearing this, Fang's mother quickly gave orders.

Wang Ruofu frowned slightly, her eyes rolled around, but she still didn't understand. She turned her head and gave Mother Liu a questioning look.

Mother Liu understood, but just shook her head slightly, indicating that she didn't understand why the old lady was so abnormal.

Outside the city gate, Zhao Cexiao's eyes were red, and he was determined to drag Xu Xin down with him.

Seeing this, Jiao Feng knew that the situation was hopeless, so he immediately rode over to help.

It’s worth it to drag the commander of the imperial guards down with him!

He roared, and swept the long sword in his hand across, with his sword skills opening and closing vigorously, and each blow was carried with the determination to die together.

Zhao Cexiao took an unconventional approach with his sword, each move going straight to the vital points. Faced with the double attack from the two, Xu Xin had to retreat repeatedly.

Just as Jiao Feng seized an opportunity, he raised his scimitar and was about to deliver a fatal blow.

A sharp arrow flew through the air and pierced his throat.

Jiao Feng reached out and touched his throat in disbelief.

Before he could turn around and see who was taking his life, he fell to the ground with a bang.

"Your Highness!" Xu Xin saved his life and looked at Zhao Han, who was exhausted not far away, with gratitude on his face.

After seeing Zhao Han's figure, Zhao Cexiao became even more furious, veins bulged on his forehead, and he rode his horse like a madman.

"Protect His Highness!" Xu Xin shouted sternly.

Zhao Han looked at him coldly. Although his brows showed fatigue from days of running around, his aura remained undiminished.

This was especially true for Pei Hu beside him.

Amidst the flashing of swords and the shadow of sabers, the two men fought for only ten rounds before Zhao Cexiao was knocked off his horse and fell heavily onto the stone slab.

"Your Highness, do you want to use his head to intimidate the rebels?" Pei Hu asked in a deep voice.

Zhao Han rode forward and looked down at Zhao Cexiao, who was lying on the ground in a state of disgrace. Seeing the hatred in his eyes, he said calmly, "Let's do it."

Pei Hu responded.

Soon, he was seen holding Zhao Cexiao's head and shouting, "Zhao Cexiao is dead. Those who surrender will not be killed!"

"Zhao Cexiao is dead, those who surrender will not be killed!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the remaining rebels collapsed.

The imperial guards took the opportunity to surround and kill all those who resisted stubbornly. Those who knelt on the ground and begged for mercy were chained and made to kneel in a row.

In less than two hours, Prince Yan's long-planned abdication came to an end.

At the Sheng family.

The old lady breathed a sigh of relief when she learned from the servant that Hualan had returned home and everything was safe and sound at the mansion.

It was already late at night. Wang Ruofu was carefree and had already returned to Weiruixuan to rest after hearing that Hualan was fine.

After all, in her opinion, Sheng Hong was just a lowly official, and no matter how big the rebellion of Prince Yan became, it would have nothing to do with her family.

Sheng Hong has always been timid and fearful. Seeing the old lady so nervous, he has been standing here trembling with fear.

Until the old lady's expression calmed down a little, she couldn't help but ask, "Mother, why are you so angry today..."

The old lady waved her hand. As long as there was no definite news from the palace, all her guesses would be groundless.