Yu Youhan’s words left the Empress somewhat caught off guard.
More than just sleeping together?
After getting drunk that day, not only did he kiss her lips, but he also spilled the ink, making her lose focus four or five times, and at night even recorded a shameful video...
Before leaving, Chen Mo’s gentle kiss and the words "Empress darling" have made it difficult for her to calm down; even now, recalling it causes some panic.
Such a scandalous occurrence must definitely not be exposed!
Especially to Yu Youhan!
The Empress calmed down and shook her head, saying, "I don’t know what you are talking about."
"Still playing dumb?" Yu Youhan’s slightly upward slanting phoenix eyes were filled with disdain, "Do you think I couldn’t tell? After learning about Chen Mo’s incident that day, your reaction explained a lot of things."
The Empress said calmly, "Chen Mo repeatedly solved major cases, his ability is extraordinary, he is a pillar minister for the court, I cherish talent, being a bit tense is normal."
Yu Youhan laughed coldly, "Do you believe your own words?"
Over the years, the two have fought openly and secretly, like water and fire.
Even though they are in the same deep palace, the chances of meeting are rare.
But the Empress, as the head of the Six Palaces, disregarded Holy Empress’s dignity, running to Frozen Sky Palace at midnight, in such a lost state...
This obviously exceeded the expected care and boundaries for a minister.
"Jiang Yuchan, you better not forget your identity."
"Being in the Central Palace yet having disgraceful relationships with outside ministers, if this matter spreads, aren’t you afraid of the populace pointing fingers at you? Where will the reputation of the Imperial Family be placed?"
Yu Youhan stared at the Empress, her tone low.
Shameful relationships?
Upon hearing this, the Empress also felt a bit of anger rising and sneered, "Do you have the face to question me? What improper dealings did you have with Chen Mo, do you really think I don’t know?"
Yu Youhan’s expression froze, she turned her head and said, "I don’t understand what you’re saying."
The Empress gritted her teeth, "Do I really need to say it directly? The incident of you playing with the Ink Treasure on the Flying Boat..."
The stone table cracked inch by inch, covered in fine cracks.
Yu Youhan’s vicor blue eyes narrowed, the released pressure made the fish in the pond stop swimming.
The Empress met her gaze without backing down, snorted coldly, "What, are you angry out of humiliation?"
Yu Youhan’s slender hand clenched tightly.
What happened that day on the Flying Boat, besides her and Chen Mo, no third person knew.
This dog-like lackey actually told such a thing to the Empress!
Looks like he should be dealt with properly!
The Empress seemed to see through Yu Youhan’s thoughts, shook her head and said, "You don’t need to blame Chen Mo, I used Heart-Seeking Incense, even if he wanted to hide it, he couldn’t."
Speaking of this, the Empress couldn’t help but remember that under the influence of Heart-Seeking Incense that day, she actually took the initiative to ask the little thief for a kiss... indicating that this was her true feelings, unable to be disguised by the excuse of being drunk.
Could I really be a woman without restraint?
Both felt somewhat guilty, and involuntarily averted their gazes.
One Imperial Concubine, one Empress, actually vying for a foreign minister in such jealousy, this scene is truly too ridiculous...
"Let’s set this aside for now, I have another matter for coming here."
The Empress shifted the topic and said, "Bai Lingchuan is dead, the official position is vacant, I know you have been maneuvering secretly, wanting to vie for the Fire Department Thousand Households position..."
Yu Youhan’s eyes slightly narrowed.
Sky Scale Guard by Imperial Power’s special permission, has the responsibility of monitoring all officials, a crucial intelligence and special service agency, a sharp blade hanging over the ministers.
Although not participating in government affairs, its influence is significant, always a contested ground between the two parties.
Originally among the five offices, the Imperial Consort occupied two, the Empress occupied three.
If the Fire Department can be taken, her influence in the Sky Scale Guard will greatly increase.
Such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity must not be missed, upon learning of this, Consort Yu had Ye Zi’e and Yun He prepare.
Yet didn’t expect the Empress to directly acknowledge it...
What is her intention?
The Empress did not rush to explain, took a cup of tea, and savored it leisurely.
"I know, you won’t give up this juicy opportunity, but now the Fire Department has been through many twists and turns, lacks successors, truly can’t afford more turmoil."
"It’d be better to find a compromise rather than vainly injuring each other."
Yu Youhan raised an eyebrow, "What compromise?"
The Empress said, "Whether in merits or strength, Chen Mo is qualified to enter the Qilin Pavilion, but advancing three grades within a year is really against the rules... better let Luo Huaijin temporarily manage Fire Department affairs, next year during the evaluation, Chen Mo can enter the pavilion smoothly."
The so-called evaluation is the court’s examination of an official’s background, resume, and meritorious service, every three years there’s a chance for promotion.
Next year is precisely Chen Mo’s third year in the Sky Scale Guard.
While Luo Huaijin is Sky Scale Guard Commander, always not involved in factional disputes, considered a neutral figure.
The Empress’s goal is simple, the position of Fire Department Thousand Households is Chen Mo’s, have this position occupied first, nobody can seize it.
"Once my word is given, it cannot be taken back."
"Good, then as you say."
Yu Youhan’s mouth curled slightly.
Seems the Empress is cultivating Chen Mo as a confidant...
Yet little does she know that Chen Mo and she are already tightly bound by the red silk, sharing joys and woes, outsiders simply unable to intervene.
This act is just making bridal clothes for herself!
A hint of amusement flashed in the Empress’s eyes.
Yu Youhan absolutely does not imagine that she has already used Heart-Seeking Incense to ascertain Chen Mo’s intentions—