Chapter 295: Chapter 295

The young man was hot-blooded.

Song Yuan glanced at Chen Sheren and Ma Sheren, who were visibly excited, and spoke in a steady voice: "Prime Minister Wang has vast influence in the court. Minister Zhang of the Ministry of Personnel and Minister Dai of the Ministry of Justice are both his people. Among the military generals, both the Left General and General Wei look to Prime Minister Wang as a leader. These are the highest positions among civil and military officials, and there are many officials below the third and fourth rank as well."

"If Prime Minister Wang starts to make things difficult, the Nanyang Prince Mansion will become the target of many. Just to give an example, the Nanyang Guard Camp has been secretly recruiting soldiers and significantly exceeds the number of personal guards allowed by the court for Vassal Kings."

"Once investigated, it becomes a ready-made handle."

Chen Jinyu remained confident: "Since the Commandery Princess has done this, she must have a way to handle it. Isn’t that right, Commandery Princess!"

Jiang Shaohua was amused again: "Chen Sheren is wrong here. I did it for temporary pleasure and didn’t think about these things at all."

Chen Jinyu had complete confidence in Jiang Shaohua: "The Commandery Princess is hardly a reckless person; everything she does is well-planned. I’m sure she already has a strategy."

Ma Yaosong thought, Chen Sheren, your flattering makes it hard for the rest of us to keep up.

Seeing Jiang Shaohua’s relaxed and happy smile, Song Yuan also laughed: "I am just reminding the Commandery Princess, not afraid of anyone."

With Chief Historian Chen and Chief Historian Feng absent, and both Chen Jinyu and Ma Yaosong being youthful and vigorous, the pressure on his shoulders suddenly felt heavy.

Jiang Shaohua comforted Song Yuan: "Rest assured, uncle, I have everything under control." Follow current novels on 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝·𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖·𝕟𝕖𝕥

Song Yuan didn’t say more: "It’s already the third hour of the night. Commandery Princess, you should rest first!"

Jiang Shaohua nodded: "I can only sleep for a little over an hour. I must enter the palace before the fifth hour. Tomorrow there is a grand meeting, and the Crown Prince cousin has asked me to attend the court together."

Song Yuan, being born of a military family, was more sharp-minded about court affairs than the two Sherens Chen and Ma. Upon hearing this, his eyes suddenly brightened: "Since the Crown Prince has personally instructed, the Commandery Princess can go to the court with confidence and dignity."

Chen Jinyu also became excited, suddenly standing up: "Commandery Princess, are you entering Jinluan Palace tomorrow?"

Jiang Shaohua smiled and affirmed.

Chen Jinyu almost jumped: "That’s wonderful!"

What is Jinluan Palace? It’s the place where the Emperor holds court meetings and officials present themselves. It’s undeniably the political center of Da Liang. Even Empress Dowager Zheng, given her status, is blocked from participating in politics by the iron rule of the back palace and kept out of Jinluan Palace.

Yet, the Commandery Princess is able to openly enter Jinluan Palace for court today!!!

This is an event significant enough to be recorded in Da Liang’s history.

Jiang Shaohua laughed softly: "I’ve entered Zhaohai Palace, visited the Imperial Mausoleum, so entering Jinluan Palace is the most natural thing. Please prepare the Commandery Princess’s formal attire for me, I want to wear it early tomorrow morning."

Chen Jinyu nodded enthusiastically.

Jiang Shaohua then spoke to Song Yuan: "According to court rules, no more than five personal soldiers are allowed to attend when a courtier enters the palace. Uncle, please bring Qin Huma, Meng Sanbao, Chen Sheren, and Ma Sheren; that will make up the right number."

Song Yuan accepted the command with a salute.

Ma Yaosong did not expect to have a share in entering Jinluan Palace. Even waiting under the eaves of Jinluan Palace for half a day would be enough to brag about for half a lifetime after returning to Nanyang County, so he agreed excitedly.

Jiang Shaohua slept for a little over an hour before getting up and putting on the Commandery Princess’s formal attire that Chen Sheren had carefully arranged.

This set of formal attire was black with a tinge of mysterious color, similar to the Prince’s clothes. It was intricately embroidered with gold thread into a Xuan Bird Pattern, showcasing exquisite detail and grandeur.

At thirteen years old, Jiang Shaohua was gaining in beauty and could completely carry off the weighty formal attire. Her pretty face, highlighted by the profound color of the garments, looked particularly solemn and dignified.

Chen Jinyu couldn’t take his eyes off, praising: "The Commandery Princess looks truly stunning!"

Jiang Shaohua glanced at herself in the mirror, smiling gently: "Today, as I enter the palace as a courtier, beauty doesn’t matter; the important thing is to display the bearing of a court official."

"Of course you do," Chen Jinyu spoke without hesitation: "Among all the civil and military officials, who can match the Commandery Princess!"

Jiang Shaohua chuckled: "Chen Sheren is becoming increasingly skilled at flattering. Were Chief Historian Chen to learn of this, he would reprimand you for half the day."

Chen Jinyu grinned widely: "I speak the truth, there’s not a single word of flattery. Commandery Princess, just accept my words peacefully."

After a few jokes, Jiang Shaohua left the Prince Mansion and boarded the carriage.

Song Yuan, Qin Huma, Meng Sanbao, and Ma Yaosong each rode their horses and accompanied her. Only Chen Jinyu, thanks to his status, traveled in the same carriage as the Commandery Princess.

The Da Liang Imperial Palace has four palace gates, and usually when entering and exiting the court, one uses the Vermilion Bird Gate or Chaoyang Gate. Only courtiers attending the court can use the East Splendor Gate.

On the day of the grand meeting, the East Splendor Gate is crowded with carriages. The order of stopping is crucial, just like the standing positions inside Jinluan Palace, not a single error can be made.

The coachman of Prime Minister Wang’s Mansion, who couldn’t care less about even fifth-rank officials, wasn’t concerned about arriving late or early. Regardless of timing, the best spot at the very front is reserved for Prime Minister Wang’s carriage, and no one dares to seize it...

Whose coachman was so unseeing today, daring to park in the spot reserved for Prime Minister Wang’s Mansion!

The coachman’s eyes flashed with fury.

Such a minor issue naturally shouldn’t bother the Prime Minister who was resting in his carriage. The coachman signaled to the long-term follower nearby, and they nodded in agreement and dismounted decisively to confront the offender.

Moments later, one of the followers returned with a troubled expression and whispered to the coachman: "It’s the Commandery Princess of Nanyang’s carriage."

Nanyang County Princess Jiang Shaohua!

This name has been so frequently heard lately. The Prime Minister had faced two unexpected setbacks in the palace because of her but couldn’t do anything about it. This incident has spread throughout the palace, and the coachman and followers are well aware.

The once arrogant coachman deflated like a pricked balloon, instantly losing his vigor.

If even the Prime Minister couldn’t suppress her, how could a mere coachman dare to argue with the Commandery Princess? However, beneath the eyes of the public, simply giving up was impossible.

Yielding the spot today would be a blatant indicator to everyone that Prime Minister Wang’s people were afraid of the Nanyang County Princess.

Thinking this, the coachman straightened his back once more, whispering to the followers: "Make them move out. Inform them this spot is customarily used by the Prime Minister."

The followers nodded, ready to "negotiate" again.

Soon, the commotion escalated, finally disturbing the resting Prime Minister in the carriage.

"What is going on?" Prime Minister Wang’s voice held a trace of irritation, sharply asking, "Why is there a commotion outside the East Splendor Gate?"

The coachman broke out in a cold sweat, answering softly: "Reporting to the Prime Minister, the usual spot for the carriage has been occupied. The party is people of the Nanyang County Princess, they are being unreasonable and refuse to move their carriage, causing much annoyance."

There was silence within the carriage for a moment, then a voice spoke: "Find another spot to park."