The early morning of Xianyang, before entering the autumn season, looks particularly sultry.

On this morning, colorful flags were displayed everywhere in Xianyang, all the subordinates were in neat uniforms, and even many courtiers who had not participated in the court meeting came, and everyone seemed to have some kind of festival. The solemn ceremony is being carried out in an orderly manner, and people can't see what King Qin is going to do for the time being.

In a palace somewhere in the Qin Palace, Ah Fangnu frowned, and there were too many doubts in her heart that she wanted to ask Yingzheng. Others may not know, but as a princess of the Zhou Dynasty, it can be seen from the etiquette specifications and the rank of the courtiers who participated in the court meeting that Yingzheng is preparing the gift of the Nine Queens.

Looking at the whole Xianyang, the only person who can receive with this kind of etiquette is Jing Ke. The Rite of the Nine Servants has always been a ritual formulated by the emperor with the highest standard of reception, and ordinary people are not qualified to enjoy this kind of treatment at all.

Yingzheng is not an emperor yet, although the Qin State is the strongest, but it has not unified the Central Plains for a day, and it has always been just a vassal state. The vassal states have coveted the rules of the royal family by using the Nine Rites, and God knows what will happen to the royal families and worshippers of the countries.

Ah Fangnu didn't think Ying Zheng had the intention of offending her, although she was the princess of the Zhou Dynasty, the Zhou royal family had already existed in name only, and sooner or later it would be replaced by the Qin State. A long time ago, she was ready for this day to come, when Yingzheng completely showed her ambition with the gift of nine maids, Ah Fangnu was uneasy.

The Central Plains has not yet been unified, and there are still three kingdoms of Chu, Yan, and Qi standing side by side, and it is too early to expose the ambition of becoming the emperor. Based on Ah Fangnu's understanding of Ying Zheng, Ying Zheng is not an impatient person, how can he be anxious to show his ambitions in public?

Pacing left and right in contemplation, frowning, even if you want to perform the ritual of the Nine Graces, at least you have to say hello to yourself. If the princess of the Zhou Dynasty came forward, this set of etiquette would be more authoritative, but Yingzheng did not notify her in advance at all, it seemed that it was only a temporary decision. For Ying Zheng to have this idea, it is definitely related to Jing Ke, could it be that the treasure that Jing Ke carried can really affect the national policy of unifying the Central Plains?

In any case, there must be a conspiracy here, and now is not the time to claim the throne. According to the national policy of Great Qin, Fan Ju's strategy of long-distance and close attack is still followed, dividing the countries and breaking them one by one, which has also been done over the years. If the countries join forces again because of this incident, it will be extremely detrimental to the unification of the Central Plains.

The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics, which can affect the great cause of reunification, and Ah Fangnu cannot ignore it. If Yingzheng can't unify the Central Plains and replaces it with other kings, it will be too bad for her. Ah Fangnu has a son, and there is a lineage of Ji clan people living in Yongcheng, and even the palace maids and eunuchs who are waiting around her are all people who have followed her for a long time.

If Yingzheng did not unify the Central Plains, the position of King of Qin would be replaced by someone else sooner or later. Once a son of heaven and a courtier, others are not so kind, they will definitely cut the grass and eradicate the roots, so as not to make a comeback of the Zhou Dynasty.

Thinking of this, Ah Fangnu couldn't think about it anymore, and hurriedly left the palace and rushed to the Zhong Palace. She had to have a serious discussion with Toshiyo, and to hold such a ceremony at this time was simply to slap the worshippers and the elders of the royal family in the face, which was not a decision to stabilize the monarchy, but to roast herself on the fire.

Directly into the bell hall, the maids met on the road all saluted respectfully, and the subordinates did not stop asking, the women of the house came to the bell hall many times, they have long been used to it. It's just that they don't understand one thing, Yingzheng's concubines all live in the Zhong Palace, why are Ah Fangnu and Xin Rong reluctant to move in? Of course, people can't guess this reason, and it is mainly a matter of position.

A Fang Nu is the princess of the Zhou Dynasty and is most familiar with the affairs of the palace. The Zhong Hall is full of Yingzheng's concubines, don't look at them living together, in fact, everyone has their own thoughts. Because they all want to win Yingzheng's favor, they always think that one day Yingzheng is in a good mood and will canonize the position of wife, and some people even covet the position of queen.

The concubines who seem to be in harmony have their own forces, the Qin Palace has never been monolithic, the Zhong Hall is a hodgepodge of concentrated places, there are a large number of people from the Mi clan, Leng Yue people, Mo family, Beigong people, Huayang Palace people, the people who really belong to the Zhong Palace, but the least.

The internal forces are intertwined, and they are not smart people, so they can't control them at all. Ah Fangnu felt that she was not as smart as others, and she didn't want to roll in this troubled water, so she naturally didn't want to live in it. In particular, Hu Ji and Lin Ye went to Zhongnan Mountain, and they made their position clear, and sooner or later several forces would fight again. And Xin Rong has no quarrel with the world, and she also sees this, even if she is timid, she does not dare to participate, and she rarely even comes to the Zhong Palace.

Entering the central hall, Mi Run and the Seven Swordsmaidens were talking, and they were also happily welcoming the arrival of Ah Fangnu. After sitting down, Ah Fangnu asked directly, "Where is Sister Mindai?" I have important matters to discuss with her. ”

Mi Run smiled: "Sister Fangnu, Sister Min Dai hasn't gotten up yet, it's too early for you to come to say hello." ”

A Fang Nu said: "Run'er, hurry up and urge, my matter is very important, 100,000 urgent, but it can't be delayed until noon." ”

Mi Run had never seen Ah Fang Nu so urgent, and she didn't dare to delay, so she hurriedly ordered the two girls among the Seven Sword Girls to go to the top floor to wait for Min Dai to get up and wash.

Someone finally called, no matter how anxious Ah Fangnu was, she could only wait patiently. Min Dai is Mrs. Jun, respected in the Qin Palace, the eldest sister of the concubines, and the head of the concubines. Mrs. Jun gets up to see people, even if she meets her sister who has a good relationship, she will pay attention to her makeup, which is the majesty of the eldest sister. Ah Fangnu grew up in the Zhou royal family since she was a child, and the etiquette of the harem is naturally clearer than many others.

Recently, I heard that Toshiyo is very sleepy, and I shouldn't have disturbed her so early. But Ah Fangnu really couldn't wait, so she could only find it in a hurry. If you don't exchange your opinions with Toshiyo, you don't feel at ease at all, especially when you smell some kind of conspiracy, you have to find someone to talk to.

After waiting for an hour, Toshiyo came late, sitting on the main seat and still snorting.

Ah Fangnu stood up and saluted, and said respectfully, "My sister has seen my sister." ”

Mindai raised his hand and said, "No courtesy, my own sister, sit down and talk." ”

When Ah Fangnu sat down, Toshiyo smiled listlessly: "Let my sister laugh, I often snooze lately, and I lose my grace, so I'm a little late, but I don't really snub my sister." ”

Ah Fangnu smiled bitterly: "My sister is the most noble person in the palace, how dare my sister complain." If you say that you have lost your demeanor, it is still your sister's shouldn't, I came to see my sister so early, and I didn't say hello in advance, it's good that my sister can see me, and if I change to other sisters, my sister may not see me. ”

Min Dai smiled: "You are different from other sisters, you are the princess of the Zhou Dynasty, and you are more familiar with the rules of the court than anyone else. It's just that you have been refusing to live in the bell hall, otherwise, the housekeeper of the house may not really fall on Hu Er. After all, she was born in the people, although she has studied in the palace for so many years, but she is not familiar with some obscure rules of the courts of other countries, which will be a problem sooner or later. ”

Ah Fangnu nodded with a smile, what Min Dai said was right, Hu Ji was not even familiar with some of the unspoken rules of the Qin Palace, let alone the palaces of the nations. Every court has some different etiquette, and when the Great Qin unifies the Central Plains, it is necessary to be familiar with the palaces of all countries, and at this point, Orchid is definitely not competent.

Toshiyo took a sip of water, didn't raise his head, and asked while drinking: "It's all my own sisters, my sister doesn't treat you as an outsider, just do whatever you want." In fact, in my opinion, you should take over as the commander of the Zhong Palace, because you are familiar with the palaces of the nations, and the orchids can't do this at all, Lin Ye is still learning, and I don't want to manage mundane affairs, except for you, I can't find anyone who can use it. What do you think? When will you move in with me? ”

Ah Fangnu shook her head and said with a wry smile: "Sister, don't make trouble for me, I don't want Hu'er to misunderstand, and I don't want to offend any sister." Qin Gong and Zhongnan Mountain, sooner or later there will be a dispute, I just hope that it doesn't affect my little fish, how dare you fight with others anymore? ”

Toshiyo sighed: "It's true, once you live in, caught in the middle, it's a dilemma. But I still have to say, I have to stand in line early, maybe I won't say anything, but Xiao Ai will definitely do something. I might as well tell you, now that Xiao Ai is willing to stand with me, Zhongnanshan can't fight us at all, maybe our sisters won't be in any danger to their lives, but our children, there will always be a few in trouble. Xiao Zhong's eyes can't be mixed with sand, and all actions that don't conform to the rules will cause her hostility. ”

Ah Fangnu's whole body was cold when she heard this, Zhong Hall and Yiling Hall had actually joined forces secretly, what did Zhongnan Mountain do? There must be some threat, Ling Ying Ai and Min Dai are going to join forces, is he really going to take sides?

After closing his eyes and pondering for a moment, he asked, "Isn't it enough for my child to learn power and martial arts?" ”

Min Dai said sincerely: "Gu Mo's mother-in-law has joined Zhongnan Mountain, and the power of Beigong is even greater, although Mihuan is my daughter-in-law, she is very assertive. We are familiar with the personalities of each child, but are Mihuan and Gu Mo's mother-in-law familiar? They all grew up in the palace, and you know some things even if you don't talk about them, they won't care about your relationship with Hu'er. ”

"Hu Er is waiting to give birth in Zhongnan Mountain, if she gives birth to a princess, it will be fine, if she gives birth to a prince, it is estimated that there will be another lively scene on Zhongnan Mountain. The sisters may continue to be harmonious, but for the sake of the children's future, who can really do it? Not everyone is like Ye Zi, who sent the child outside the palace very early, do you also want to send the child out of Xianyang? I don't think you're reluctant. ”

Ah Fangnu smiled bitterly: "I was still seen by my sister, I can fight for nothing, just for my child." But to send the child away, as a mother, no one would want to, I don't want my child to be confined to Afang Palace. ”

Min Dai clapped his hands and smiled: "That's the reason, since there is a Fang Palace named after you, it is really the day to send the child away, if you don't send it to A Fang Palace, where else can you send it?" ”

"I can assure you that as long as you are willing to live in the Zhong Palace, your children will choose their own fiefdom in the future, and they can still return to the palace to reunite with you at any time."

Ah Fangnu's face was sad and said, "My sister is forcing me." ”

Min spoke: "It's not to force you, but the most correct choice." I can reveal a piece of news to you, Brother Lige and the five brothers may also follow Xiao Zhong. We will not play any tricks with Zhongnan Mountain, and only speak with the strength of unity. My sister can see that you are tempted, they are for the Mo family, and you have to think about your children. ”

At this moment, Ah Fangnu pondered completely, and after half a pillar of incense, Ah Fangnu nodded bitterly and said: "I won't leave today, please ask my sister to prepare a dormitory for me in the central hall, and the servants who are waiting with me will also move in." By the way, I said hello to Sister Ling Yu and asked her to take care of the Ji clan in Yongcheng. ”

Min Dai, Mi Run and others were overjoyed, and Ah Fangnu finally agreed. There is always a hidden danger in the Zhong Palace, that is, the identity of Hu Ji, Princess Yiqu is still a little sensitive within the Ying royal family, and it is very troublesome to deal with things. And Zhongli wants to follow Ying Zheng's side, and will not be in the Zhong Hall often, and now that Ah Fangnu has joined in, it is definitely more suitable than anyone else to deal with the internal affairs of the palaces of the countries.

Now that the decision has been made, Ah Fangnu quickly entered the role, and said: "Since my sister has joined forces with Princess Ying Ai, as the manager of the Zhong Palace, I must get a promise from her, otherwise there will be no mental matter." ”

Ying Ai's voice came from the central hall, and she smiled coquettishly: "Sister Min Dai is still stronger than me, Sister Fang really agreed, Xiao Ai knows what you want." I can guarantee that what Sister Toshiro said represents what I mean. ”

Ah Fangnu nodded and said, "In this case, from now on, I will definitely be in the same boat with everyone." When I move in, the Zhongnan Mountain side will soon know, and I will deliver a message to Hu'er. The time of the battle between the two sides must be after the reunification of the Central Plains, and the location is in Luoyang. ”

"Fighting privately in secret has always annoyed the husband, so let's put this kind of fight on the surface, and set a time and place, and everyone will fight fairly. Only in this way can there be fewer deaths, and all within the controllable range. ”

"In a word, this battle must not be carried out in the Qin Palace. Lin Sheng's sister's tombstone is still in the backyard of Huayang Palace, which is the husband's warning to us, everyone can't commit this taboo. And in Luoyang, it is most suitable, the husband will unify the Central Plains, and it is likely to move the capital to Luoyang. The land of Xianyang is not suitable for Dingdu to be called emperor. ”

Min Dai and Ying Ai said at the same time: "This is how it should be. ”

They are all people who grew up in the palace, and of course they understand the king's mind. Ying Zheng set up a tombstone for Lin Sheng in the Qin Palace, just because he didn't want any palace changes in the Qin Palace, and put the battle in Luoyang, and he could also warn those worshippers.

When the masters of both sides come out together and the strength is placed in front of the people of the world, do the worshippers still dare to make the decision to break the net? Even if you have this idea, you have to speak with strength and strangle those ideas in the cradle, which is the biggest help to Yingzheng.

After the three of them reached this agreement, Ah Fangnu said the purpose of coming here.

"One thing, I want to ask my sister, what kind of treasures did Jing Ke bring to make her husband make such a grand reception ceremony? There's definitely a conspiracy in this, I can feel it. ”