Chapter 521: Chapter 520: 520: It's Getting Cold, Put on More Clothes

Huang Ying seemed somewhat anxious as she whispered, “Master, weren’t you going to ask the Crown Prince if he could allow the ladies from your family to come to the palace? Why didn’t you ask just then?”

“Can’t you see?”

“What?”

“He took away even my authority in the East Palace, it’s clear that he wants to keep me locked up, how could he possibly let me see my family?”

“What exactly does the Crown Prince mean by this?” Huang Ying seemed a bit worried, “The more I look at the Crown Prince, the more inscrutable he appears.”

Jiang Ning said, “What is there to ponder? Everyone in this world is bustling about for their own gains.”

“This servant doesn’t understand.”

“Anyone who does anything is bound to have their own reasons and motives behind it. Li Hongyuan is no exception.”

“The Crown Prince said he asked you to stay in the East Palace to protect you.”

“If I were to believe that, I would truly be a fool.” Jiang Ning looked up at the sky, “It’s getting cold, put on an extra coat.”

Huang Ying hurriedly fetched a cloak for her to wear, “Could the Crown Prince have other reasons?”

“I’m not sure about other motives, but for Li Hongyuan right now, the succession to the Imperial Throne is the top priority.”

Huang Ying quickly looked around to make sure there were no palace maids or eunuchs nearby, and then quietly said, “Master, you shouldn’t speak such words in public. The Emperor is still alive and well, we can’t discuss succession to the throne.”

Jiang Ning chuckled, “You said the Emperor is well? He was alright before, but since the weather turned cold, have you ever seen him leave the Heavenly Mandate Hall? He doesn’t attend the morning court at all anymore, leaving everything to Li Hongyuan.”

“Is the Emperor really in bad shape?”

“It’s hard to tell.” Jiang Ning shook her head, and felt a little sad thinking about the Emperor’s condition.

Who would have thought that this unfitting Emperor was truly infatuated with Concubine Jin?

The Imperial Court appears calm on the surface, but there are indeed undercurrents surging beneath.

After all, there are more power factions within the Imperial Court than just the Crown Prince from the East Palace.

The person who sabotaged Concubine Jin in secret has not been exposed yet.

Jiang Ning believes that whether or not she harmed Concubine Jin doesn’t really matter to Li Hongyuan.

Obviously, killing Concubine Jin wasn’t the objective.

Their real target is Li Hongyuan.

More accurately, it’s the Crown Prince’s position, as well as everything that comes with it.

The important thing for Li Hongyuan at the moment is to identify that power entity, eliminate all obstacles, and prepare for his imminent ascension to the throne.

Huang Ying finished fastening her windbreaker.

Xiachu came running, to say that Concubine Li had arrived.

“Will you see her?” Huang Ying asked, “Could it be that she’s here to flaunt her victory?”

“Let her in first.” Jiang Ning picked up an apple as she sat leisurely in her chair, biting into it, watching Li Yuanyuan walk elegantly with the support of her maids.

Li Yuanyuan was dressed in a splendid water-pink gown, with an elaborate headpiece and her radiant, beautiful face.

She is truly very attractive.

Jiang Ning had always wondered, Li Yuanyuan had been with Li Hongyuan for many years, wouldn’t a man like Li Hongyuan be tempted by such an alluring and gentle concubine by his side?

Li Hongyuan is no saint.

At least currently, it seemed that his ambition for power is quite large.

“This humble concubine, Ms. Li, pays respect to the Princess Consort.” Li Yuanyuan offered her salutations with respect.

“Rise.”

Jiang Ning smiled, “Congratulations to Side Concubine Li.”

Li Yuanyuan blushed slightly, “It is all because of the Princess Consort’s recommendation and trust that this concubine has reached this point.”