Chapter 945: 945

He Tang sighed deeply, “Many people who have been in the officialdom for many years still don’t understand this principle. You… you’ve really changed a lot.”

“I know that sometimes people are helpless, but whether to follow the crowd is a personal choice.” Jiang Ning looked up at him, “He Tang, I’m sure you’ll make a good official.”

He Tang sighed, “Having offended Cheng Renyu this time, I fear…”

“Actually, you could totally agree to the marriage with the Cheng family. I’ve met Miss Cheng. She may not be a ravishing beauty, but she’s certainly charming and deeply infatuated with you. If you marry her, Cheng Renyu would undoubtedly support you fully…”

He Tang remained quiet, not saying a word.

Jiang Ning’s voice trailed off and eventually, she could say no more.

It was quite disheartening to voice this, knowing whom his heart truly held.

He Tang was not someone who would stop at nothing for success. When he initially pursued his reputation, it was solely to convince his family to agree to his marriage with her.

Unexpected as it was for him, he had the reputation but the woman he loved was forever beyond his reach.

The sense of loss and frustration he carried was hard for others to fathom.

Yet, He Tang rarely lost his composure. Even when alone with her, he always remained cultured and polite.

No one could deny his gentlemanly manners.

“Today, a fast rider brought news from the frontier,” He Tang broke the silence, “General Jiang has won a battle.”

“That’s great.”

Jiang Ning was not surprised.

She believed in Jiang Ruobai’s capabilities. Given full military and logistical support, there was no reason he wouldn’t win.

He Tang said, “Given the current situation, the war might be over before the New Year. By then, General Jiang will return victorious, and so will the Prince of Zhao.”

“The Prince of Zhao has made great contributions.”

“Ever since he defeated Silla, he has gained more and more supporters in the Imperial Court.”

“I understand what you mean. In my opinion, this is not entirely a bad thing.” Jiang Ning continued, with a relaxed tone, “If the Crown Prince has too much power, it’s inevitable that the Emperor will have doubts. Now that the Prince of Zhao is there as a counterbalance, the Emperor can be at ease.”

“Even so, one should not take it lightly.”

“I think the Crown Prince is well aware.” Jiang Ning glanced at him, and asked with a playful smile, “He Tang, are you planning to support the Crown Prince?”

He Tang said seriously, “As a subject, it’s only right and proper to support the rightful heir to the throne.”

“But the Emperor doesn’t like it when too many officials support the Crown Prince.”

“The Emperor just doesn’t like the phrase ‘Crown Prince’s party’. I’m not any part of the Crown Prince’s party, I am loyal to the Imperial Court.”

“I understand.”

Jiang Ning laughed and said, “It’s getting late. I should go back to the palace. Go home and take care of your family. He Li was a bit shocked, comfort him.”

“He’s not that fragile.” He Tang hesitated, “Princess Consort, Cheng Renyu probably has other tricks up his sleeve. You should be careful.”

“If he behaves, I’ll let the matter drop. Otherwise, wait and see who’ll end up in deep trouble.”

Jiang Ning climbed into the chariot.

He Tang quickly bowed, “I bid the Princess Consort farewell.”

Gufeng drove the chariot away.

A storm was brewing in the palace.

That night, the Prince of Wutong, under the pretext of catching bandits, forced his way into Master Jieming’s house and “accidentally” discovered a secret chamber under Master Jieming’s bedroom.

Then quite naturally, they discovered the two sleeping beauties on the pink bed.

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