readytorunbook Chapter 252 The Empress's Reward
Chapter 252 The Empress's Reward
The emperor's words were even more direct than before. Su Yinyin was also very unhappy.
She also knew that the emperor had become suspicious of her.
How could a frail woman be accompanied by a highly skilled martial artist? This was bound to arouse suspicion.
She felt as if she were trapped in an invisible net, unable to escape.
The emperor sneered, "Su Yinyin, will you lend it or not?"
Seeing the emperor's anger, Su Yinyin couldn't help but break out in a fine sweat on her forehead. She could only say helplessly, "I'll lend it to you, but only for half a month."
Just then, a eunuch rushed in, looking flustered, and whispered a few words in the emperor's ear.
The emperor's expression changed slightly, as if the weather had suddenly turned upside down. He said to Su Yinyin, "Su Yinyin, that's it for now. Send the person to the palace as soon as possible. You may leave now."
Su Yinyin bowed and took her leave, her figure appearing somewhat forlorn. As she walked out of the imperial study, her heart was filled with gloom, as if a huge boulder was pressing down on it.
The king of a country actually asked her to borrow people.
If word got out, wouldn't the emperor feel ashamed? She was filled with doubt and helplessness, but dared not show it in the slightest.
Su Yinyin watched the guards, their expressions hurried and their steps hurried, as if something big was about to happen.
He secretly wondered what had happened in the palace.
After leaving the Imperial Study, Su Yinyin was about to leave the palace when she was stopped by a palace maid.
The palace maid lowered her voice and said nervously, "Princess, Her Majesty the Empress requests your presence."
Su Yinyin knew that the Empress had already woken up.
So he followed the palace maid to the Empress's palace without any hesitation, his mood growing heavier along the way.
Upon arriving at the palace, the Empress greeted them with a kind smile, as gentle as a spring breeze: "Yinyin, come and sit down."
After bowing, Su Yinyin sat down properly to the side, her back ramrod straight.
The Empress said, "Yinyin, I owe a great debt to the divine physician this time. After I woke up, I sent someone to thank the divine physician, but unfortunately, the divine physician had already disappeared. I had no choice but to ask you for help."
Su Yinyin smiled and said, "Your Majesty the Empress is blessed with good fortune; it would be wonderful if she could recover. As for the divine physician, his whereabouts are always unpredictable, which is to be expected."
The Empress sighed softly, her sigh filled with endless emotion: "My illness came on suddenly and fiercely. If it weren't for the intervention of the divine physician, my chances of survival would have been slim. Yinyin, do you know the identity of this divine physician?"
Su Yinyin shook her head, her eyes clear and firm: "Your Majesty, I don't know either. I only know that his medical skills are superb and he has saved countless lives."
The Empress nodded thoughtfully, her eyes filled with doubt: "That's true. But I always feel that this divine physician has something to do with you."
Su Yinyin was startled, but remained calm and composed, smiling as she said, "Your Majesty is joking. Yinyin only met the divine physician by chance; it has nothing to do with him."
The Empress smiled, a smile as beautiful as a blooming flower: "Never mind, perhaps I was overthinking it. By the way, what did the Emperor want to see you about today?"
Su Yinyin truthfully replied, "His Majesty discussed with me the border war and the matter of guarding the frontier."
The Empress frowned slightly, her brows furrowing into a deep frown: "The matter of guards? That's quite unusual."
Su Yinyin said, "His Majesty wants to use Yinyin's bodyguards to train the palace guards."
A hint of surprise flashed in the Empress's eyes, and she was so astonished that she couldn't close her mouth: "Is that so? Then have you agreed?"
Su Yinyin nodded, her tone calm: "His Majesty's words are law, and I dare not disobey. I only borrowed it for half a month."
The Empress said, "That's alright. I'm sure His Majesty has his reasons."
Su Yinyin echoed, "Your Majesty the Empress is absolutely right."
The Empress took Su Yinyin's hand, which was warm and soft, and said earnestly, "Yinyin, I know you are a smart child."
"To navigate this palace, one must be cautious and prudent in every step."
Su Yinyin said gratefully, "Thank you for your guidance, Your Majesty."
The Empress added, "I've heard that things haven't been peaceful at the Marquis's residence lately, so you'll have to keep a close eye on things."
Su Yinyin replied, "Your Majesty has gone to great lengths. My brother will handle the matters of the Marquis's residence properly."
The Empress gently patted Su Yinyin's hand, her eyes full of concern: "If you have any difficulties, you can tell me."
Su Yinyin said gratefully, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."
After chatting for a while, Su Yinyin took her leave and left the Empress's palace.
After Su Yinyin left, the Empress instructed the palace maids and eunuchs to bestow upon Su Yinyin the reward for the divine physician's life-saving grace.
The Empress also consulted the Emperor on this matter.
After leaving the palace, Su Yinyin let out a long sigh, as if she were exhaling all the pent-up emotions in her heart.
Today, the Emperor and Empress are clearly testing her! This palace is truly a place where every step is fraught with danger and traps are everywhere. If one is not careful, one will be doomed.
Back at the Su residence, Su Yinyin hadn't even had a chance to catch her breath when Su Yi rushed over.
Su Yi looked anxious and walked quickly, asking urgently, "Yinyin, are you alright after entering the palace?"
"It's nothing, it's just...!" Su Yinyin recounted everything that had happened in the palace, without holding anything back.
Upon hearing this, Su Yi frowned deeply, her brows furrowing like two deep ravines. She said with concern, "The Emperor and Empress's actions are indeed rather strange. It seems we must be even more careful, just in case."
Su Yinyin nodded, her gaze firm: "Brother, is that Miss Biao behaving herself in the Marquis's mansion?"
Su Yi snorted coldly, her face full of disdain: "She's become honest, but judging from her personality, I'm afraid she won't let this go so easily and will definitely cause some more trouble."
Su Yinyin said, "Send someone to keep an eye on her. I think she's very suspicious, and it's best if it's not one of her people."
Su Yi said, "Don't worry, I've already made arrangements. By the way, the Marquis's estate has been having some trouble lately; it seems someone is secretly sabotaging it."
Su Yinyin pondered for a moment, her gaze calm and wise: "First, find out who is behind this, then we can make a long-term plan."
Su Yi said, "I've already sent someone to investigate, but it will take some time."
Su Yinyin looked at Su Yi with gratitude in her eyes and said gently, "Brother, thank you for your hard work these past few days."
Su Yi smiled and said, "Don't talk nonsense. We are family, so we should support each other and get through this together."