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Consort Chu smiled gently and walked gracefully to the Third Prince's side, settling softly in his embrace as if to bolster his confidence. With a firm tone, she said, "So what? Yun Qingyu is inherently cruel; if betrayed by someone she trusts, she won't easily let it go. Before the Autumn Examination poetry gathering, Your Highness can arrange for a few people to act as insiders. As long as we create an opportunity for Yun Qingyu to misunderstand, we need not worry about eliminating that shadow guard."
The Third Prince reached out and tightly grasped his beloved wife's hand, his brow furrowing as he fell into deep thought. His fingers instinctively caressed the back of her hand, as if this gesture could aid his contemplation.
After a long while, he slowly nodded, a glint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes. "This method is indeed feasible, but this matter is of great importance; we must ensure that everything goes flawlessly."
As he spoke, he released Consort Chu's hand and began pacing back and forth in the room, continuously refining his plan in his mind.
The more he thought about it, the more he felt that Consort Chu's words made sense. A look of longing gradually appeared in his eyes as he envisioned the beautiful scene following the successful execution of their plan—Yun Qingyu eliminated and himself smoothly ascending to the throne.
As these thoughts swirled in his mind, his mood finally began to settle somewhat, and the tension in his nerves relaxed.
Although he had lost an important ally in the Minister of Revenue, which pained him deeply—like having a piece of flesh cut from him—he felt that if he could eliminate Yun Qingyu, it would also serve as a form of relief for him.
He believed that with the Empress Dowager and the Prime Minister's Residence supporting him from behind, he still held significant competitive strength among the many princes and would not fall behind.
Regarding the issue of insiders, the Third Prince propped his chin on his hand and pondered for a moment before suddenly speaking up. "Isn't Chu Ling from the Princess Residence your half-brother? You could ask him for help."
Upon hearing Chu Ling's name, a flicker of disdain crossed Consort Chu's eyes. She frowned slightly and replied dismissively, "He's nothing but a lowly illegitimate son; what help could he provide? Your Highness knows well that I have no dealings with him; please do not put me in such a difficult position."
Seeing her reaction, the Third Prince smiled gently and lightly patted her shoulder. "It's alright; if you don't wish to associate with him, I won't force you. There are plenty of people in this world who can be utilized; we don't need him."
Consort Chu immediately smiled sweetly, her eyes filled with affection. "As your wife, I naturally want to consider everything thoroughly for Your Highness."
As she spoke, she moved closer to the Third Prince, her tone turning somewhat serious. "It's just that Chu Ling is truly an unworthy person. Not only does he come from a lowly background, but now he also serves as a plaything for others, which is simply disgraceful for a man. I do not wish to associate with him, and it is also for your reputation, my lord."
Her words were grandiose, as if she had already forgotten that it was she who had personally sent Chu Ling to Princess Manor.
The Third Prince responded with a slight "hm," a hint of satisfaction in his eyes. "They say one should marry wisely. When the Japanese king ascends the throne, you will be worthy of being the queen who commands respect."
Consort Chu smiled gently, her eyes sparkling with dreams of the day she would become queen. Her smile grew softer and more virtuous, resembling a blooming peony. She said softly, "It's getting late; I should help you to bed, my lord."
The Third Prince nodded and lay down. He closed his eyes, but his mind continued to whirl.
He pondered to himself: Chu's nature cannot truly be considered virtuous; she merely possesses a bit of cleverness and can occasionally offer him some advice. However, her most significant value lies in her family background.
Her father is the Northern Protectorate Prince, who commands a formidable military force and holds sway over a region—this is no small power.
This marriage was initially arranged by the Empress Dowager herself to provide him with a stronger bargaining chip in his quest for the throne.
Yet the Third Prince understood very well that the Baron’s influence was too great and ultimately posed a threat that would need to be dealt with sooner or later. Thus, even if he were to ascend as emperor in the future, Chu could never become queen.
After all these events today, he felt utterly exhausted and soon drifted into slumber without realizing it.
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