sjar Chapter 52 Qin Jiuwei almost burst out laughing
Chapter 52 Qin Jiuwei almost burst out laughing
Xie Yanli bowed slightly to Prince Qi, "Greetings, Your Highness."
King Qi smiled faintly, "There's no need for such formalities between us; it's far too distant."
He patted Xie Yanli on the shoulder, "Come on, it's been a long time. Follow me to the main courtyard, and we can have a proper chat. Let's not linger here."
Xie Yanli nodded, "I would be most honored to comply."
Seeing that they were about to leave, Gao Shuyu immediately said, "Father, I want to hear what you have to say!"
King Qi glared at her, "You child, how can you be so ill-mannered?"
"Alright, alright, I was just chatting with Prince Xie. If you want to come, then come."
Gao Shuyu happily followed behind, but when she glanced at Qin Jiuwei beside her, her expression instantly turned cold.
He snorted at her and immediately took a few quick steps, not wanting to be near her.
Qin Jiuwei was unaware that she had just been targeted again, and she couldn't help but feel a little uneasy.
She was unaware of the specific details of the assassination attempt by the King of Qi in her previous life.
Therefore, it is unknown when King Qi will make his move, or whether the methods he uses in this life will be different from those in the previous life.
But there's no better way right now, so we can only deal with things as they come.
After the group left, the area in front of the Qi Prince's mansion instantly fell silent.
Many of those who came to the poetry gathering today are there to curry favor with King Qi.
After all, Prince Qi was the emperor's only uncle, a man of noble status, and highly regarded by the emperor.
But the King of Qi only had eyes for Prince Xie and couldn't see anyone else; they couldn't even curry favor with him.
That makes sense, they can't possibly compare to Prince Xie.
The main courtyard of the Prince Qi's residence.
King Qi smiled gently, "Yanli, this is a fine wine I recently acquired. You must try it."
Upon hearing these words, Qin Jiuwei's back instantly stiffened.
She didn't know what the King of Qi was planning to do.
In short, do not touch anything that the King of Qi gives you.
After King Qi finished speaking, the attendant standing to the side immediately took a wine cup that had already been filled and walked to Xie Yanli's side.
Xie Yanli knew this was a social obligation; he would be discussing tax reform with the Prince of Qi later, so he couldn't refuse this drink.
He reached out to take it, when a clear female voice suddenly rang in his ears.
"Husband," Qin Jiuwei called softly, interrupting Xie Yanli's action of accepting the wine.
She said gently, "You caught a cold a few days ago, and the doctor specifically instructed you not to drink alcohol these days, as it is not good for your recovery."
Xie Yanli turned to look at her, raising an eyebrow.
It's as if it's asking, "How come I didn't know I caught a cold a few days ago?"
But soon he couldn't help but chuckle to himself, fearing it was probably because of that vague and unreal dream again.
Xie Yanli didn't take it seriously, but he wouldn't publicly embarrass Qin Jiuwei.
He said calmly, "What you say is absolutely right, Madam. I almost forgot."
Xie Yanli did not accept the wine cup, but turned to look at Prince Qi, who was sitting in the main seat. "I am truly sorry, but I am not feeling well and cannot drink with Your Highness today."
King Qi still had a smile on his face when he heard this, but the corners of his mouth were noticeably stiff.
He did indeed put a drug in that glass of wine that made Xie Yanli's limbs weak.
After all, Xie Yanli was highly skilled in martial arts, and the assassins he prepared might not be able to defeat him, so he had to prepare for both possibilities.
But unexpectedly, a young woman ruined his plans.
Gao Shuyu glared fiercely at Qin Jiuwei from the side.
Is there any place for her to speak here?
She's clearly using the guise of doing what's best for Prince Xie to flaunt her status as the Prince's wife!
Are you afraid others won't know that Xie Yanli married her?
Just wait, after today, the position of Crown Prince's wife will be hers!
Thinking of the packet of medicine powder she had prepared, Gao Shuyu curled her lips into a smug smile.
King Qi chatted with Xie Yanli about everyday matters, inquiring about the health of Old Madam Xie and her three adopted sons.
Xie Yanli answered them one by one, but suddenly the King of Qi changed the subject, "I have another important matter to discuss with you today."
"The tax reform has now reached a critical juncture, with opinions from all sides arguing endlessly. I would also like to ask for your opinion."
Xie Yanli's expression turned serious, and he quickly cupped his hands and said, "Tax law reform is a major issue concerning people's livelihood. I will do my best to speak out without reservation."
This is also why he came to the Qi King's poetry gathering today.
King Qi nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to Qin Jiuwei, who was sitting quietly to the side, and paused before saying, "This tax reform is a matter of great importance to the nation..."
Qin Jiuwei knew that the King of Qi was kicking her out.
"I am but a woman, not fit to participate in politics. I will wait for the young master outside."
After saying that, she frowned and made a worried expression, "But the summer heat has not yet dissipated, and the room is crowded and stuffy. Moreover, Prince Xie's health has not yet fully recovered. I am really worried. Why don't we go to the pavilion outside to discuss this? It will be cooler there."
She then stood up and bowed gracefully, saying, "I am a woman confined to the inner quarters, and I only know how to care for my husband. If my words or actions are improper, I hope Your Highness will not blame me."
King Qi was filled with rage; he had indeed planted a squad of assassins in the main house.
Once the door is closed, who will know what's going on inside? In the end, it's up to him to say what he wants.
After Xie Yanli's death, the court was thrown into chaos, and his foolish nephew was utterly incompetent. He would surely succeed in ascending the throne.
But Qin Jiuwei first ruined his plans with her words, and then immediately bowed and apologized.
He couldn't scold me, nor could he blame me; I just suffered a lot for no reason!
What kind of woman did Xie Yanli marry?! She ruined his plans twice in a row!
A cold smile curled at the corner of the Prince of Qi's lips as he said in a sinister tone, "The Crown Prince's wife truly cherishes Crown Prince Xie."
Qin Jiu smiled calmly: "As a wife, it's what I should do."
My husband was killed by you, what am I supposed to do?
She suddenly remembered that Xie Yanli was assassinated here in her previous life.
We absolutely cannot let Xie Yanli stay here.
King Qi pursed his lips, wanting to ask for another reason.
Gao Shuyu, standing to the side, said impatiently, "Father, the tax reform you're discussing isn't some confidential matter of the court. It'll be the same if we go outside. We should be more concerned about Prince Xie's health!"
She was unwilling to let Qin Jiuwei steal the limelight, making it seem like only she cared about Xie Shizi's health.
She wanted Yanli to know that she cared about him too!
After saying that, she raised an eyebrow at Qin Jiuwei in a provocative manner.
Qin Jiuwei almost burst out laughing.
I still want to thank her for this.
King Qi gave Gao Shuyu a cold look. Fool!
How could he have given birth to such an idiot! He even ruined his plans!
But now that two people have already brought it up, it would be a bit unreasonable for him to insist on keeping Xie Yanli in the room.
However, since Xie Yanli has come to the Prince of Qi's residence today, he will have plenty of opportunities to kill him.
King Qi smiled weakly, "Shuyu is right. Yanli, your health is the most important thing. Let's go to the pavilion outside and discuss this slowly."
Xie Yanli remained silent, simply listening quietly.
He came today only to discuss tax reform with the King of Qi.
As for other matters, it's fine to listen to Qin Jiuwei.