noffsinger Chapter 194 Ling Huan's Dilemma and the Doubt of the Silver Note
Chapter 194 Ling Huan's Dilemma and the Doubt of the Silver Note
Upon hearing about the war on the border, An Lingrong anxiously said to Zhen Huan, "Huan'er, the border is raging. I'm afraid the palace will be plunged into chaos again! We have only just recovered from the ordeal with the Taoist priest."
Zhen Huan nodded, her expression solemn. "That's right, Lingrong. This time, the prince's command of the army will surely be a fierce struggle, and none of the palaces will let it go."
An Lingrong frowned, bit her lip, and, as if making a great decision, she said to Zhen Huan, "Huan'er, there's something that's been bothering me for a while. A few days ago, I specifically asked my father where the ten thousand silver notes he gave me came from. At that time, I looked at him, and his eyes were evasive, not daring to look me in the eye. He just kept telling me not to meddle and just use it with peace of mind. But how can I feel at ease? The origin of this silver note is unknown, like a cloud of mystery. I'm really afraid it hides some great evil that will swallow us up inadvertently."
Zhen Huan frowned, "Lingrong, this is indeed strange. Your father looks like he's hiding something."
An Lingrong paced anxiously, "I feel the same way. Huan'er, what do you think I should do? This palace is already full of dangers, and if there are hidden dangers like this again, I'm truly terrified."
Zhen Huan held her hand and said, "Don't panic yet. Let's first deal with the issue of the prince commanding the army, and then slowly uncover the truth behind the banknotes. There will always be a way out when the time comes."
Soon, the concubines gathered in the Imperial Garden. Concubine Qi spoke with pride, "I heard that the Emperor wants to select a prince to lead the army. My Third Prince is extremely talented and well-read in military studies. He will definitely be able to take on this important task and enhance the prestige of the Qing Dynasty!"
Lipin sneered, "Sister Qifei, commanding a military is not just about reciting poems and couplets. The Fifth Prince is an exceptional martial artist, so he is the perfect choice."
An Lingrong whispered to Zhen Huan, "Huan'er, they are arguing like this and are totally disregarding the Emperor's wishes. I'm afraid it will backfire."
Zhen Huan shook her head slightly: "They are also doing this for themselves and their son, they just acted too hastily."
At this time, Ning Changzai said timidly: "My dear sisters, I heard that the Ninth Prince is very smart and clever. Perhaps we can give it a try."
Concubine Qi immediately frowned and said, "Concubine Ning, please stop talking nonsense here. The Ninth Prince is young and ignorant, how can he lead the army?"
Ning Changzai was so frightened that she quickly lowered her head. Seeing this, Zhen Huan exchanged a glance with An Lingrong and stepped forward, saying, "Sisters, this matter is the Emperor's decision. Let's not damage the harmony and cause unnecessary trouble."
An Lingrong also agreed: "Sister Huan'er is right, we just need to wait for the emperor's order."
Back at Zhen Huan's palace, An Lingrong was still terrified: "Huan'er, I always feel like there's a pair of eyes watching behind this, trying to use this to stir up trouble."
Zhen Huan's eyes were firm. "No matter who it is, we can't be led by the nose. I've thought about it and decided to ask a few concubines for advice. Perhaps there will be a chance for a change."
So, the two of them, bearing gifts, went to the Dowager's residence. Seeing them approach, the Dowager sighed softly, "This matter of the military governor concerns the country, and the Emperor will certainly be extremely cautious. You are in the harem, so you must not get too deeply involved, nor stay out of it. Everything is for the Emperor and the overall interests of the court."
Zhen Huan bowed respectfully: "Thank you for your teachings, Concubine Dowager. I will definitely remember them."
After leaving the Dowager's palace, An Lingrong said helplessly, "Huan'er, the Dowager's words are good, but we still have to decide how to do it."
Zhen Huan looked into the distance: "I think the key lies with the princes. We need to find a chance to talk with them, understand their ideas and abilities, and then make plans."
An Lingrong said worriedly, "Huan'er, contacting the prince privately is too risky. What if someone catches us?"
Zhen Huan said resolutely, "Let's be careful. The situation is urgent now, so we have to take risks."
But when they were about to act, they found that the palaces were heavily guarded by spies, and their movements were restricted everywhere. Zhen Huan frowned: "Lingrong, this is troublesome. We are like birds trapped in a cage, unable to move."
An Lingrong said anxiously, "Huan'er, what should we do? We can't just sit there and wait for death!"
Zhen Huan pondered for a moment: "Don't panic yet. Let's pretend nothing has happened. Secretly, let Jinxi and the others investigate the various palaces and see if we can find an opportunity to break through."
An Lingrong nodded: "This is the only way. Huan'er, I hope we can get through this safely."
An Lingrong's anxiety over the ten thousand silver notes intensified, knowing it was a bomb waiting to explode. Meanwhile, Zhen Huan was racking her brains, wondering how to solve the mystery of the silver notes while protecting them from the prince's battle for military command. The road to the palace seemed increasingly fraught with obstacles. Whether they could overcome the difficulties with wisdom and courage and continue their legend remained uncertain.