Jiang Chen, seeing this, took the opportunity to lay Consort Shu down on the bed.

Soon, in the sandalwood-scented palace, delicate moans began to echo…

…

Imperial City, Wuyi Lane, the Mei Residence.

Mei Kang and his younger brother, with tightly furrowed brows, entered a study.

"Father, at this morning's court session, that dog emperor actually dared to strike someone from our Mei family! A piece of trash dares to point fingers at you?"

"Careful what you say!"

Mei Wenshi slammed his wolf-hair brush down, sternly reprimanding.

"You impudent fool, how dare you speak such treasonous words?"

"If someone with ulterior motives were to hear, the Mei family's years of planning would be ruined!"

At this moment, Mei Qing, who was watching from the side, stepped forward to advise:

"Father, elder brother is straightforward by nature. In his agitation, he inevitably made some careless remarks. He will be more careful in the future."

"The most pressing matter now is to find out why His Majesty's attitude has changed so drastically."

Hearing this, Mei Wenshi's expression softened slightly as he said in a deep voice:

"Your elder sister sent word that His Majesty spent the night with Consort Shu and seems quite fond of her! His Majesty's change today must be related to this girl."

A thoughtful look flashed across Mei Qing's eyes, and then he frowned and said:

"Father, there are still doubts about this matter!"

"In the past, His Majesty listened to you and elder sister without question, but at today's court session, he not only rejected your memorial in front of all the officials, but even had General Wang, who is friendly with the Mei family, flogged… The change is so great, it's as if he's become a completely different person!"

"Can a mere Consort Shu really have such power?"

As his voice fell, a cold light flashed in Mei Wenshi's eyes behind the desk, and he said in a gloomy voice:

"Your elder sister has already gone to test the reason for His Majesty's change. In a few days, we should have results. If Consort Shu is really behind it all, then this girl must not be allowed to live!"

…

Imperial Palace, Bedchamber.

After a bout of passion, Consort Shu lay in Jiang Chen's arms, her starry eyes glazed over. Her slightly flushed skin was like a honey peach that had been thoroughly watered, tempting one to pluck it.

"Your Majesty… will you come to see me often in the future?"

As Consort Shu spoke, her deer-like apricot eyes filled with tears.

She was still uneasy in her heart.

Even though His Majesty's attitude had been excellent these past few days.

But the experiences of being scolded and beaten in the past.

Made her worry whether the sweetness of these past few days was just a whim of His Majesty's and would not last long.

Jiang Chen sensed Consort Shu's unease, and his heart ached. He couldn't help but curse the original dog emperor.

Not knowing how to cherish such a good woman, and instead favoring a bewitching woman like Imperial Concubine Mei, he deserved to die!

Thinking this, Jiang Chen held Consort Shu in his arms and said in a low voice:

"My beloved consort, you are one of my imperial consorts, and it is your duty to bear children for me. Before you give birth to an imperial heir, I will spend every night here with you. Even if you don't want me to come in the future, I will still come!"

Consort Shu immediately turned her worry into joy, even feeling a little incredulous.

"Your Majesty, do you really mean what you say?"

Jiang Chen pinched Consort Shu's delicate nose.

"A ruler does not jest!"

Tears welled up in Consort Shu's eyes again, but this time, they were tears of happiness.

"With Your Majesty's words, Yun'er has no regrets in this life!"

Jiang Chen's expression was somewhat moved, and he held Consort Shu even tighter.

Only a woman of such heavenly beauty, dignified and virtuous, was worthy of bearing his, Jiang Chen's, descendants.

Just as the two were embracing, a palace maid reported from outside the palace:

"Your Majesty, Lord Yuan and General Xu have arrived at the Hall of Diligent Governance. Should we prepare the imperial carriage?"

On the bed, Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow, then got up.

These two actually came so quickly?

Miscalculated, almost delayed important matters!

Summoning a palace maid to help him change and tidy up, Jiang Chen turned to Consort Shu, who was tidying her clothes, and said:

"My beloved consort, you have worked hard just now, so you should rest well. After I finish dealing with government affairs, I will come find you."

Hearing this, Consort Shu felt a sweetness in her heart.

His Majesty was really different, he would never have been so considerate in the past.

With a sigh, Consort Shu walked to Jiang Chen's side and said softly:

"Your Majesty, can you take me with you to the Hall of Diligent Governance?"

Hearing this, a look of doubt appeared in Jiang Chen's eyes.

It was a great taboo for the harem to interfere in politics, why would Yun'er make such a request?

Just as he was about to ask, Consort Shu explained softly:

"Your Majesty, General Xu is my elder brother. He is straightforward by nature and often acts impulsively. I am worried that he will offend Your Majesty later. If I am present, the situation will be much better…"

Jiang Chen understood.

As the ruler of the Great Wei Empire, he believed he had the right to take his beloved consort out with him.

Without hesitation, he nodded directly and said, "Granted. However, it is best if my beloved consort changes her attire. Imperial consort attire is prone to causing controversy."

Consort Shu smiled sweetly and immediately agreed.

Afterwards, she changed into the uniform of a palace maid of the imperial court and followed Jiang Chen to the Hall of Diligent Governance.

When a bright yellow dragon robe appeared at the palace gate, Yuan Buyi and Xu Changqing immediately rose to their feet and bowed, cupping their hands and saying:

"Your Majesty, long live, long live, long live…"

Jiang Chen quickly helped the two up and said:

"Esteemed sirs, there is no need to be so polite!"

Jiang Chen's uncharacteristic words and actions shocked Yuan Buyi.

What was wrong with His Majesty?

He suddenly summoned them today, and his attitude was so cordial. His Majesty had never given him a good look before.

Xu Changqing, on the other hand, was much calmer, his eyes were cold and unmoved.

He had been completely disappointed in the emperor and would not be moved by these small favors. If it weren't for his concern for his sister in the deep palace, he would have already turned against Jiang Chen.

Xu Changqing was full of resentment towards Jiang Chen's absurd behavior and the mistreatment of his sister!

Jiang Chen saw the reactions of the two in his eyes and couldn't help but frown.

Just how many absurd things had this dog emperor done?

He had actually offended his own brother-in-law and his enlightenment teacher!

Even the famous loyal ministers in the court were treating him this way…

While Jiang Chen frowned, he secretly resolved to win over the two of them.

He didn't want to be a lonely puppet emperor!

After a moment of contemplation, Jiang Chen decided to start with Yuan Buyi first.

He was the original owner's enlightenment teacher and had some feelings of teacher and student with him, so it would be easier to win him over.

Jiang Chen turned his gaze to the front side and said:

"Esteemed Minister Yuan, I intend to send you to preside over the Wei River flood. What do you think?"

Hearing this, Yuan Buyi wondered if he had misheard.

His Majesty was actually entrusting such an important task to him? Someone who had been sitting on the sidelines in the court for many years?

Thinking of his high spirits when he was the Grand Tutor, and the desolate situation after the Mei family gained power, Yuan Buyi was unwilling to let go of this opportunity to display his ambitions and benefit the people, and immediately knelt down and said: "Your Majesty is concerned about state affairs, this is a blessing for Great Wei, I am willing to share Your Majesty's worries!"

Yuan Buyi's reaction made Jiang Chen very satisfied. This was indeed a loyal minister!

Immediately, he got up and personally helped Yuan Buyi up, his tone solemn:

"Esteemed sir, don't be excited. In addition to flood control, I have another difficult matter that I need to ask for your advice!"

Yuan Buyi's expression turned serious.

Jiang Chen's sharp eyes made him understand that the matter to be discussed next was definitely not simple!

At this time, Jiang Chen's personal eunuch, Feng Jin, gave a look and dismissed the attendants in the hall while arranging for Consort Shu to hide behind a screen.

Only when the hall was completely quiet did Jiang Chen speak word by word, his tone icy cold:

"I want to know, which parasites have been fattened by the construction of the Lishan Palace?!"

As the words fell, even Xu Changqing, who had been looking indifferent, looked at Jiang Chen in shock.

This blind emperor, who trusted the Mei family so much and only knew how to indulge in debauchery with Imperial Concubine Mei, actually wanted to investigate the Lishan Palace? That was the project presided over by Imperial Concubine Mei's father, Minister of Revenue Mei Wenshi!