Children of Loulan

Chapter 218 Looking for Chapter Questions

Keremu raised his eyebrows slightly and said with a smile: "Let Prince Xin deal with Concubine Xian. This is a very smart move. Madam He is indeed very smart."

He turned to look at Hanguli again: "I wonder what the princess thinks, who is stronger between her and Concubine Xian?"

Hanguli frowned slightly, thought for a moment and replied: "In my opinion, the virtuous concubine is definitely not a match for Madam. But..."

She paused for a moment, then continued, "Behind the virtuous concubine stands the powerful and influential prime minister! How should our Madam He respond?"

Keremu nodded in agreement and analyzed in a serious tone: "Yes, Madam He's biological father is only a mere minister of the Ministry of Revenue, and he has to obey the orders of the prime minister. If she insists on having her own way and is determined to fight to the death with Concubine Xian, then I am afraid her biological father will be implicated, and the consequences will be disastrous!"

Hearing this, Hanguli couldn't help but exclaimed: "Ah? It's so serious! What on earth was the reason that made Madam He willing to abandon the flesh and blood relationship and fight with Concubine Xian? It's really puzzling!" She was full of confusion and stared at Keremu, as if expecting to get an answer from him.

Keremu said solemnly, "This king has investigated this matter in depth. Three years ago, Madam He's mother suddenly fell ill. After hearing the news, she was anxious and hurried back home. However, unexpectedly, her mother died of illness just a few days later. Although Madam He checked many sources at the time, she was still unable to find out the real cause behind it."

Keremu sighed and continued, "What's even more bizarre is that at that time, there was news that Concubine Xian was actually arranging for Prince Xin to marry her biological sister. But at this critical juncture, for some unknown reason, her sister was inexplicably kidnapped by a group of thieves, and not only that, she also lost her virginity. Unable to bear such humiliation, her sister finally chose to hang herself. And her biological mother was also deeply shocked by this incident. She has been ill since then and has been paralyzed in bed for many years!"

Hanguli nodded and continued to analyze: "In this case, it is probably because she found out the truth about her mother's death that she deliberately opposed Concubine Xian and even involved her own father. All of this was to avenge her mother!" Hanguli thought about this and fell into deep thought...

Keremu noticed that she frowned again and fell into deep thought, so he broke the silence again and asked softly: "Princess, this is the first time you have met Third Brother today. What do you think of him?"

Hanguli seemed a little surprised by this question. After a little hesitation, she answered, "Ah? King Cheng?" Then she shook her head and said, "I am not familiar with him. It is really difficult to judge what kind of person he is!"

Keremu did not give up the question and continued to ask: "So what impression do you have of him when you first met him today?"

Hanguli thought for a moment and replied, "I think he is quite similar to Concubine Ru!"

However, Keremu immediately retorted: "But everyone says that my third brother looks exactly like our father!"

Hearing this, Hanguli could not help but stare at him, and Keremu was frightened by her sharp eyes and hurriedly changed his words to explain: "Oh, so the princess said that my third brother's personality is like Concubine Ru! In that case, can the princess describe in detail what kind of person Concubine Ru is? After all, I have been away from the capital for these years, and my memory of many people and events has long been vague!"

"I remember clearly the past. When I left the capital, Concubine Ru was like an orchid in the deep valley, living in harmony with the world. Her noble character inspired respect. Moreover, I heard that she was kind-hearted and made many good friends in the harem full of intrigues and schemes."

Hanguli nodded slightly to show her agreement, and then changed the subject: "Indeed, the image that Concubine Ru shows in the palace today is still the same, but..."

"But what is the truth?" Keremu asked, unable to suppress his curiosity.

Hanguli's eyes were firm, and she spoke slowly: "In the palace, there are indeed some women who have no desires or demands, and just want to live a peaceful and stable life. However, Concubine Ru is definitely not such a person."

Keremu frowned slightly, with a puzzled look on his face: "Why do you say that, Princess?"

Hanguli raised the corner of her mouth, revealing a barely perceptible smile: "A person who truly does not fight with the world will never deliberately build his own sphere of influence, and it is even more impossible to use the lives of other concubines as bargaining chips to force them to serve him!"

Keremu raised his eyebrows: "Oh, then does the princess know who she has coerced, or who is in her camp?"

Hanguli thought of the last time she saw Dalan. She sighed secretly and said, "Your Majesty, you have always been wise and have loyal and brave subordinates who can help you investigate various matters. How could you not know the clues? How could you not know whether Concubine Ru has coveted the noble position?"

Upon hearing this, Keremu couldn't help but chuckle, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "Some things can indeed be revealed through investigation, but there are some things that are hidden deep inside. No matter how hard we try, I'm afraid it will be difficult to touch them!" His eyes were deep and distant, as if he saw the more complicated court power struggles through the scene before him.

Hanguli slowly turned her head and her eyes fell on Keremu. She knew very well that Keremu had been trying his best to find various topics to communicate with her on the way back home after leaving the palace. Although she didn't know the reason, her persistence and effort touched her heart.

At this moment, the carriage carrying them had arrived in front of the palace. The two of them got off the carriage one after another and walked into the Cuihua Courtyard side by side. As soon as they entered the courtyard, they saw Ziya concentrating on teaching Bayer to practice martial arts. On the stone table beside them, there were a variety of exquisite cakes and delicious desserts. However, surprisingly, although Bayer occasionally showed dissatisfaction with Ziya, Ziya always maintained a flattering attitude.

In sharp contrast to this, Baixi, who was on the other side, also looked cautious and timid at this moment, and was carefully pouring tea and water for Dal.

Seeing this scene, Hanguli felt an indescribable complex emotion in her heart - both joy and worry. She thought to herself: Maybe what I saw was just an illusory dream? One day, when the beautiful dream wakes up, all the beauty will disappear like a bubble.

Thinking of this, Hanguli's face became calm, like a pool of still water, and then she turned around and walked into her room silently, as if isolated from the world.

Keremu seemed to notice that she looked a little depressed, and hurriedly followed her into the house. He walked to Hanguli and said softly: "You got up so early today, you must be a little tired, do you want to go to sleep for a while?"