12dz Chapter 192 The Queen Asks for Help
Chapter 192 The Queen Asks for Help
As a person in the martial arts world, Ye Sanniang already knew the other party's identity in her heart, but the queen's behavior really made her feel unhappy.
Seeing that the queen was about to go upstairs, Ye Sanniang rushed forward and blocked her way.
"How dare you..."
The maidservant beside the queen saw that Ye Sanniang dared to step forward to stop her. She was about to open her mouth to scold her, but the queen raised her hand to stop her. She only heard the queen sternly say, "Shut up and stop talking nonsense!"
"But, empress..."
"Shut up! Humph, I guess I spoiled you!" The queen scolded with a gloomy face and full of anger.
The maid standing by was so frightened when she saw that the queen was really angry that she became silent. She dared not say another word and quickly shut her mouth.
The queen took a deep breath, suppressed her anger, turned to look at Ye Sanniang, and the expression on her face eased a little.
She bowed slightly, and although her tone was stiff, it also contained a hint of sincerity, "Young lady, I was not good at disciplining my servants just now, and I let this maid disturb you. I hope you don't mind."
Ye Sanniang raised her eyebrows slightly and looked at the queen with a smile, but she didn't say anything. However, there was a hint of searching in her eyes, as if she was waiting for the queen's next words.
Seeing this, the Queen gritted her teeth inwardly, but maintained a forced calm on her face, and spoke again: "I came here today for an important matter, and what I did just now was indeed inappropriate. Young lady, you have always been free and unrestrained in your travels, and I believe you would not want to bother with such trivial matters. I hope that young lady will not bear grudges against me, and consider it as a favor that I owe you."
After saying this, the queen looked straight at Ye Sanniang, with a hint of expectation in her eyes, mixed with a little worry, fearing that Ye Sanniang would not give in.
Ye Sanniang was silent for a moment, then she slowly spoke in a cold voice, "Your Majesty, what you said is very serious. I, Ye Sanniang, am just an ordinary person in the martial arts world. I cannot accept your kindness."
The queen couldn't help but feel a little unhappy when she heard this, but she didn't dare to show it on her face. She could only force a smile and said carefully, "I know that the young lady is a straightforward person. She says whatever she wants and never hides anything. Right now, I came here specially to find the girl from the Mu family. I really have something very important to discuss with her. I hope the young lady can help me and convey this matter. Thank you for your help."
Ye Sanniang saw the urgency in the queen's eyes and was afraid that something important would be delayed, so she stopped trying to stop her. She just said calmly with a calm expression, "Forget it, come with me!"
The queen heaved a sigh of relief when she heard this and nodded hurriedly, "Thank you, young lady!"
Ye Sanniang led the queen and her servant upstairs.
Mu Lanfeng continued to sip his tea as if nothing had happened, occasionally glancing out the window, then immediately looking away.
Mu Lanfeng heard clearly the noise downstairs from upstairs.
She was full of doubts and really didn't understand why the queen came to see her?
And how did you find yourself?
This series of questions kept flashing through Mu Lanfeng's mind, but before she could sort out these thoughts, the queen had already appeared in front of her.
Mu Lanfeng subconsciously stood up and bowed slightly, but there was not much emotion on her face. She just said lightly: "Empress!"
"You don't seem surprised by my appearance?" the Queen asked in confusion.
Mu Lanfeng bowed again, looking calm and unhurried, and said slowly: "Your Majesty, please take a seat!"
Then, she turned to Ye Sanniang and said, "Sanniang, please help keep an eye on it and don't let anyone else come up!"
Ye Sanniang nodded, then turned around and left, her figure disappearing into the darkness of the corridor in an instant.
Mu Lanfeng's gaze moved slightly, first lingering on the maid beside the queen, and then turned his gaze to the queen's face. There seemed to be deep meaning in his eyes, but he did not utter a word.
When the queen saw this, she immediately understood what Mu Lanfeng meant. She turned around and whispered to the maid beside her: "You should also leave."
Although his tone was light, it revealed unquestionable majesty.
The maid had a worried look on her face, and she looked up at the queen, her eyes full of concern. However, seeing the queen's solemn expression, she dared not say much, and could only bow respectfully, and then tactfully retreated slowly.
The queen sat down by herself, and Mu Lanfeng made tea for her and then sat down as well.
"Your Majesty, please forgive me for being so rude. I wonder what brings you here specially this time?" Mu Lanfeng bowed slightly and asked softly.
The queen pursed her lips slightly, her expression slightly solemn, and responded eagerly: "Ling Xiao wants to see the fourth brother."
Mu Lanfeng was slightly startled, then a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of her lips, and she said slowly: "My queen, you may have found the wrong person. The Crown Prince wants to see the Prince of Yan, so you should go to the Prince of Yan to discuss it. Why did you come to me? Lanfeng is really confused."
The Queen smiled and said slowly, "Girl, you are a very smart child. You must know clearly why I came here, right? As for the stubborn temper of the Fourth Prince, you are probably the only one in the world who can persuade him!"
Mu Lanfeng lowered her head slightly, the smile on her lips gradually disappeared. After a moment of silence, she slowly said, "Your Majesty, I am too kind. I am just an ordinary woman. How can I have the ability to persuade His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan? His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan has always acted decisively and has his own opinions. How dare Lanfeng speak rashly to influence his thoughts?"
When the queen heard this, the smile on her face froze slightly, and a hint of displeasure flashed in her eyes, but she still suppressed her temper and said gently: "Girl, this matter is of great importance. I know you can convince the fourth master!"
Mu Lanfeng frowned slightly. Although she was a little confused about the Queen's intention, she knew that the matter was of great importance and she must not agree to it casually.
She bowed slightly, and said softly and with a bit of helplessness: "Your Majesty, Lan Feng is really terrified. His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan has always acted steadily and attached great importance to friendship. He is naturally a sensible and understanding person."
"Besides, Your Highness always makes his own decisions. As for your side of the matter, as long as you tell me honestly and explain the interests, causes and consequences one by one, I believe that I will carefully consider it and give a proper response. So, I hope Your Majesty will not embarrass a little girl like Lan Feng. Lan Feng would like to thank Your Majesty for your kindness."
After saying that, Mu Lanfeng bowed deeply again, his expression full of sincerity and determination, and it was obvious that he would not agree to this matter no matter what.
"Girl, I know clearly that you are afraid that Ling Xiao's rebellion will implicate the fourth brother, so you refuse to help. How can I not understand your thoughts?" The queen frowned, her eyes full of anxiety, and her speech speed unconsciously increased a bit, and there was a sense of urgency in her words.
"You have to think about it carefully. Ling Xiao's actions were acts of rebellion and treason. According to common sense, it is a serious crime that cannot be forgiven lightly! But look, the emperor has only locked him up in the Sky Prison and has not taken any further action at all. You must understand the seriousness of the matter here?" the queen explained.
The queen became more and more excited as she spoke, her hands unconsciously trembling slightly. She took a step forward, tightly grasped Mu Lanfeng's arm, stared at her with burning eyes, and said anxiously: "Girl, think about it, this matter is by no means as simple as it seems. The emperor must have many considerations for handling it this way, but the undercurrent behind it may drag the fourth child into the endless whirlpool at any time."
She let go of his hand and paced back and forth in the room, muttering to herself, "I'm so nervous all day long, afraid that if I'm not careful, the fourth child will be in trouble. Now you are the only one who can speak to the fourth child. If you can persuade him to come out and mediate, maybe we can find a glimmer of hope in this chaotic situation."
The queen stopped and looked at Mu Lanfeng again. The anxiety in her eyes almost overflowed, and her voice was filled with pleading: "Lanfeng girl, please think of it as a pity for me as a mother. I really have no other choice. If you agree to this, I will definitely remember your great kindness and repay you in the future. Please, just help me this time."