Chapter 872: Frost Flowers (Part 62)

ow""Do you think I'm joking with Young Master Xiao"Xiao Simu could tell Feng Lingxi wasn't in a good mood today, and he didn't want to anger her. After all, he needed her help right now.She could alre..."Is the Fourth Princess questioning the Empress Dowager's decision"

Her gaze in the twilight carried a warning, as if to make Feng Lingxi retract her words. However, Feng Lingxi showed no regard for it whatsoever.

"Your Majesty, I heard about this from you. As for whether the Empress Dowager truly issued the order, I remain unaware." Feng Lingxi finished her words and looked at Empress Dowager Cen, her tone slightly cold. "Empress Dowager, I recall that you once mentioned to me the matter of bestowing upon someone the title of Grand General Who Protects the Nation. At the time, you agreed to cancel it"

"Indeed, I agreed to it."

Empress Cen spoke first, following Feng Lingxi's suggestion.

Seeing the Empress Dowager's expression, Feng Yu hastily said, "Empress Dowager, didn't you promise to bestow upon my father the title of Great General who Guards the Nation"

Feng Lingxi coldly reminded, "Your Majesty, this is a matter of state. The harem should not interfere in politics. Your Majesty wouldn't be unaware of this, would you"

"Didn't you just say that"

Windling, upon hearing this, let out a cold snort and reminded, "That depends on what capacity I and the Empress Dowager are discussing this matter. Besides, before this, I have never told the Empress Dowager about conferring the title of Grand Marshal of the Nation. You can ask the Empress Dowager yourself about this."

Feng Lingxi's blatant denial of the relationship caused Empress Cen's brows to furrow slightly. However, she still stood on Feng Lingxi's side. If Feng Lingxi could truly suppress this matter, it would be a good thing.

Once the position of Generalissimo was bestowed upon Feng Aotiān, the military power within the court would fall into his hands, which would be detrimental to the imperial court.

To hand it over to Dugu City would mean giving him the power of a million soldiers. At that point, the entire Yuan Dynasty would fall under his control. All her efforts these years would likely be for nothing.

"Indeed, this matter stems from my insufficient contemplation."

Empress Dowager Cen spoke, her face ashen with worry. She hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I know I shouldn't interfere in government affairs, but this matter, the Emperor has also agreed to it. He bestowed upon my father the title of Generalissimo. Why not allow it"

How about this instead

Feng Lingxi ignored the wind and rain and discussed with Empress Cen, "Empress, just like we talked about before, if this bestowment is truly going to fall on General's Residence, then let it be bestowed upon Feng Cangkai."

When Feng Yu Xi heard that Feng Cang Kai was in danger, she immediately refuted.

"Your Majesty, it's not appropriate. Grandfather is already so old, how could he..."

"Who decreed that titles must be granted to the young If we follow Empress Dowager's logic, wouldn't all positions of king and minister also have to be held by young people" Feng Lingxi's interruption left Feng Yu Xi with a face ashen with anger, her eyes narrowed in warning. Feng Lingxi, however, completely ignored it.

Today Feng Ling is quite alright, I've been going against her all the time, she's really annoying.

Upon hearing what Feng Lingxi had said, Empress Cen nodded in agreement.

"This matter, the Empress has carefully considered with the Emperor before issuing an edict. Today, the Empress is also tired, so she will return to the palace to rest first. The fetus in her womb is important."

"Your Majesty, my humble self..."

"Your Majesty, please take care of your health. The child in your womb is hard-won and must be carefully nurtured. Avoid getting angry, and it's best not to meddle in matters of state." Feng Lingxi interrupted Feng Lingxi's words again and turned to face the Empress Dowager.

Feng Yu Xiqi trembled all over, stood up, bowed to Empress Cen, and left Shou'an Palace.

The atmosphere at Shou'an Palace had become somewhat strange after what had just happened. Feng Lingxi remained silent, as did Empress Cen. They sat in silence for a while.

"Today, the Fourth Royal Wife's demeanor is beyond my understanding."

Feng Lingxi's beautiful eyes swept across Empress Dowager Cen, unable to discern her emotions. She spoke softly, "Is this not what the Empress Dowager desires Conferring the title upon Feng Aotian is tantamount to strengthening the power behind Empress Niangniang. Thus, the military might of the court would fall into her hands, something the Empress Dowager would disapprove of."

Queen Cen looked at Feng Lingxi and did not refute.

Feng Lingxi said again, "Half of the military power of the Great Yuan Dynasty is in Dugu City's hands. If this half of the military power were to be given to Feng Aotian, the military power would be scattered, and the Empress Dowager and the Emperor's hearts would likely be filled with apprehension."

Both Feng Aotien and Dugu Cheng are unreliable. Unless Dugu Yan and Cen Taizi don't want the Great Yuan Dynasty, there's no other reason for this.

"You are right. This palace indeed does not want to hand over military power to Feng Aotian. Feng Aotian is brave but lacks wisdom, he is not the most suitable general. This palace does not wish to place military power in his hands."

This is one.

Feng Lingxi looked at Empress Dowager Cen, seeing a hint of surprise in her eyes. She continued, "Although the Sixth Prince is rebellious, the Empress Dowager has never had the intention to kill him. Now that he's summoned back, if I'm not mistaken, military power will return to his hands."

The Empress Dowager Cenzhao narrowed her eyes, "Today... you are particularly..."

Feng Lingxi smiled faintly, "Since the Empress Dowager summoned us today and we've already provoked Her Majesty the Queen, it is best to make everything clear. Afterwards, we should seek the Empress Dowager's protection." Feng Lingxi bowed towards the Empress Dowager.

"These days, I've seriously considered returning the military power to Xiu'er. I always felt I was somewhat unfair to him. The fact that he dared to plot treason against me stemmed from his dissatisfaction with me. I feel guilty about this in my heart."

"Your Majesty the Empress Dowager, since ancient times, there has been an order of seniority. The throne has always been passed down to the eldest son. This time, what the Sixth Prince did indeed hurt Your Majesty's heart. But if we think from a mother's perspective, Your Majesty should compensate him."

When Empress Cen heard what Feng Lingxi had said, she was shocked.

She actually stood on her side and spoke for her, and even understood her, which made a lot of the resentment in her heart subside.

"The Fourth Princess, do you have any good suggestions This Empress doesn't want to hand over military power to him, at least not for now."

"It would be better to bestow upon him the titles of king or marquis, and grant him land. This way, both his crime of treason would be punished, and Empress Dowager's debt to him would be repaid. After Prince Six achieves military merit and establishes his own legacy, the Empress Dowager could reward him further during the bestowal ceremony, thus silencing the public's speculation."

"He'll like it" Empress Cen frowned.

“Your Majesty Dowager, if the Sixth Prince remained in the capital, given the current situation, he would inevitably be brought forward. At that time, even Your Majesty Dowager might find it difficult to protect him.” Feng Lingxi’s words caused Empress Dowager Cen to hesitate.

"What should I bestow upon them"

Feng Lingxi smiled and said, "Didn't King Pingxi already have his title revoked With no one leading in the West Chu side of Empress Dowager Xi Chu, isn't it true that granting Xiu Wang to guard West Chu comes with both military power and territory"

Cen Taizi's dowager nodded, "What you say makes sense. Let this old woman think about it properly."

Feng Lingxi bowed and said, "Your Majesty Dowager Empress, I've only offered a suggestion. How to proceed is entirely up to Your Majesty."

"Your Majesty understands my meaning. What you said makes sense."

Feng Lingxi looked at the entanglement in Cen Taizi's eyes. It seemed that Dugu Xiu's return was just a plan by Cen Taizi. If he stayed in the capital, Dugu Xiu would definitely cause trouble. Going to Xichu, at least he would be within the court's sight, stabilizing Dugu Xiu. That was the most important thing right now.

"Fourth Royal Wife, this plan is excellent. If you want any reward, please just say it."

Feng Lingxi glanced around and said in a deep voice, "Empress Dowager, may I ask you to agree to one thing"

"What's up"

Feng Lingxi smiled faintly, Cen Taihou frowned, she didn't know why, Feng Lingxi's smile made her very displeased.wder, and with the special status of the Yao Clan's Saint Master, if she wants to stay out of it and have a sweet romance, that would be truly asking for trouble."Then don't worry about it. The affair...