The Self-cultivation of a Salted Fish Concubine

Chapter 292 Blood Jade Bracelet

Sometimes, after hearing it so many times, the princess almost believed it herself.

But with the successful operation, the princess came back to life.

All malicious speculations turned out to be in vain.

Xie Run single-handedly pacified the turmoil in the backyard, but he never showed off and served the princess respectfully.

Now that Prince Jing has become the Crown Prince, both the government and the people are debating whether the princess is qualified to be the Crown Princess.

This is also an opportunity for Xie Run.

The princess cannot become the crown princess. Even if Xie Run can only be the crown princess's concubine, she will have the opportunity to slowly climb up and reach the position of the crown princess.

But Xie Run did not show any signs of rebellion. Instead, he tried his best to protect the princess's reputation. For her sake, he even punished several maids for the first time.

The princess could not see through Prince Jing, nor could she see through Xie Run.

She grew up in the palace of the Xia Dynasty, a palace where conflicts over interests were the most intense, and married the prince of the Yu Dynasty, becoming a princess.

Since marrying into the palace, there have been many fights between concubines.

It’s nothing more than the word “interest”.

But Xie Run's behavior is not in the best interest at all.

That's why I'm asking this question today.

This question is not difficult for Xie Run to answer.

Xie Run smiled and said, "Because the princess is a good mistress."

"I know my status is low, and I dare not aspire to a position that does not belong to me. I just want to live a stable life in the palace."

"If the mistress above is not the princess, then it will be someone else."

"If it's anyone else, it might as well be the princess."

Xie Run's eyes were clear, without any ambiguity, and he looked directly at the princess.

She just didn't want to be in charge and didn't want to get involved in the struggles among concubines.

The princess is very capable and is highly respected by the prince, but she still cannot suppress the monsters in the backyard.

If you get a new one, can he do this?

I’m afraid that by then the Prince Jing’s Mansion will be in chaos.

For the sake of stability, it is best to maintain the present life.

The princess was a little surprised and disappointed when she got this answer.

Xie Run has always said and done this, and until now, her answer is still the same.

The princess also knew what she was disappointed about.

Maybe she wanted to hear Xie Run say that she had other purposes, and then thought to herself, this is how it should be?

It's been a long time since I've received kindness from others, so it's always uncomfortable to be suddenly taken care of by someone.

The princess sighed, "After all, I was judging others by my own standards."

Xie Runqian smiled faintly, "How can I be called a gentleman? I am just a lazy person who has no ambition to make progress."

"How can the princess be a villain? If so, it would be difficult for me to live a peaceful life in the mansion."

Xie Run said sincerely, "I sincerely hope that the princess will recover soon and take over the power of the palace again."

"This Jingwang Mansion can be without me, but not without the princess."

Although she knew it was just a coaxing remark, the princess was still happy to hear it.

Just at this moment, Nanny Li came in with a box in her hand.

The princess said calmly, "This Tianqiao Blood Jade Bracelet is a dowry I brought from the Xia Dynasty Palace. It is also one of my most precious treasures. I plan to give it to the Fifth Young Master."

Xie Run quickly stood up and saluted, "Princess, I'm not greedy for these properties..."

Princess: "I know."

"You saved my life, you can't just give me nothing. Telling others about it makes me feel ashamed."

"We must remember the kindness shown and give thanks when due."

"Just keep it with peace of mind, and let the blessings you save for the time being fall on your children."

The princess had a steady demeanor and an attitude that brooked no refusal.

Since the words were said so straightforwardly, Xie Run couldn't refuse anymore.

Mother Li handed over the box.

Xie Run took a look and saw that it was a slender white jade bracelet the size of a fist, which was indeed only suitable for children to wear.

She took it out and touched it gently, with a hint of surprise in her eyes: "This jade is warm, smooth and delicate, the best I have ever seen in my life."

Xie Run had seen quite a few good things, so he was able to tell the quality of the jade at the first sight.

The princess's thank-you gift was indeed very sincere.

If there were such a good jade bracelet in the Dayu Dynasty today, it would be hidden in the palace and kept for the emperor, and would never be lost outside the palace.

Xie Run asked curiously, "This jade is clearly white, so why is it called blood jade?"

Mother Li waited for a long time and finally got the chance to perform.

Mother Li: "Concubine Xie, you don't know this, this is the magic of the Tianqiao Blood Jade Bracelet."

"This jade may appear white at first glance, but once it comes into contact with anything poisonous, it will instantly turn red."

"The more poisonous the poison, the more intense the red."

When Xie Run heard this, he immediately understood the princess's good intentions in giving Tianqiao the blood jade bracelet.

She stood up and saluted, "I would like to thank the princess on behalf of Tao Tao!"

This time the words were much more sincere.

The princess leaned back on the couch, a faint smile on her face. "Looking at you now, I think of how you looked when you first entered the mansion."

"You don't seem to have changed much in the past two years."

Unlike her, now when she looks in the mirror, she can hardly recognize herself.

Xie Run smiled and said, "Perhaps it's because I'm too relaxed and haven't made any progress in the past two years."

The princess knew that she was being modest and smiled and shook her head.

Xie Run then asked about serious matters, "Concubine Wan died outside the mansion, and it was for saving the prince. She was considered a meritorious person, but when she left the mansion, she plotted against Concubine Jiang and harmed many people. Now I don't know how to organize her funeral."

The princess was well versed in handling such matters. "She saved the prince outside the palace. Everyone knows she is a loyal and brave person. She died for the prince, so the funeral ceremony cannot be too shabby."

"As for her plot against Concubine Jiang..." the princess pondered, "Back in Mizhou, Concubine Jiang stole the prescription for curing the epidemic from her, taking away her credit. Even if there was a grudge between them, it's reasonable to pursue it."

"When a person dies, all things are gone. If you still dwell on her faults now, others who don't know will just think that the prince is narrow-minded."

"There is no peace in the imperial court right now, so let's bury her with the rites for a concubine."

Xie Run thought for a moment, "What about the people serving her?"

The princess said calmly, "First, find them some unimportant tasks to do, and then send them away after a while."

"Mrs. Wan has a sinister temperament. I don't know what kind of character the maid she trained is. She shouldn't be kept in the mansion."

Now the princess would not be too secretive when speaking to Xie Run.

Just by listening to her words, you can tell that the princess is fully aware of the backyard's plans, which is why she can say that Wan is vicious.

It seems that the princess is also a little afraid of Wan Linlang.

After asking Wan Linlang, Xie Run brought up King Jing's treatment of Jiang Baobao.

Xie Run: "The prince said that after Concubine Jiang gets better, he will tell her that she has been demoted to a concubine, and then find a courtyard for her to recuperate."

The princess frowned, "Jiang is not a quiet person. When she comes to her senses, I'm afraid she will hate Concubine Sun to death. I'll send two trusted maids to watch over her and prevent Concubine Sun from contacting her again."

Xie Run nodded slightly, "I'll do my best."