Dugu Jingyao is reborn as Li Chu's beloved

Chapter 559 Prison Visit

Time flies, and it has been seven days since Li Chu woke up from his coma.

During these first few days, he was able to stay in the house obediently. After all, he had Dugu Jingyao, Li Shi, and Li Ying by his side, and the family was happy and enjoying the joy of family life. However, due to his long coma, his legs were weak, and he needed Li Neng or Dugu Jingyao to support him around the house every day. This continued for five days before his body gradually recovered to its previous state.

However, after he fully recovered, Li Chu began to long to walk in the yard and breathe some fresh air. However, he could not do so because he had to continue pretending to be unconscious and must not reveal any flaws, otherwise all his previous efforts would be wasted.

When Li Chu was distressed about this, Dugu Jingyao had an idea and came up with a disguise method. Through this method, Li Chu finally had the opportunity to walk out of the room and take a walk in the yard.

However, since his face has been disguised to look like someone else, he can no longer follow Dugu Jingyao around as openly as before, but can only wander around the mansion alone.

Despite this, Li Chu still felt very satisfied. Every day, he would stroll around the house in the guise of "Feng Shengyi", and then return to his room, change into his own appearance and spend sweet time with Dugu Jingyao. However, this made Li Neng and others dare not easily step into Li Chu's room.

Even so, the attentive Li Wanqing still found a flaw. Because in the past, Dugu Jingyao would also bring Li Shi and Li Ying to see Li Chu, and almost every time, Li Ying would cry, and even Dugu Jingyao's face would be stained with tears.

However, recently, when Li Wanqing saw Dugu Jingyao, she found that although her expression was still sad, there were no traces of tears. Moreover, when she occasionally took a walk in the mansion and passed by the Chenxiang Pavilion, she could faintly hear the laughter of children.

Adults can lie, but children are the least likely to lie, so she made a guess. She thought Li Chu might have woken up, but for some reason, she could not announce to the public that he had woken up.

She didn't delve into the reason. As long as it didn't hurt her and her unborn baby, she wouldn't reveal the secret easily.

Compared with the harmony in the Prince Chu's Mansion, Concubine Lan Shu in the palace was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, because after the meeting with Gu Shiyi, Gu Shiyi really couldn't resist the temptation and went to the appointment. She told her strength to Gu Shiyi, and if she cooperated with her, she would definitely find a way to help Li Xi get that position.

Gu Shiyi also temporarily agreed to Concubine Lan Shu. After all, there was no written contract. She also showed her sincerity. After getting Li Xi drunk, she found out that the emperor seemed to have secretly sent people to the south to investigate the matter of Magistrate Du.

The next day, after paying her respects to Concubine Xiao, Gu Shiyi took a detour to Xiaoxiang Pavilion and left a note for Concubine Lan Shu.

Concubine Lan Shu sent people to Xiaoxiang Pavilion every day, hoping to get some information, but now when she received this news, her heart suddenly rose to her throat. After all, if anything was really found out, then Magistrate Du and his wife would surely not escape death.

So Concubine Lan Shu went to see Emperor Suzong again. Seeing that she had not pleaded for Magistrate Du and his wife in recent days, Emperor Suzong met her.

After meeting, he found that Concubine Lan Shu had become much more haggard, and he softened his heart a little. He said softly, "My beloved concubine, please get up. Why did you suddenly come to see me?"

After thanking her, Concubine Lan Shu said, "Your Majesty, I haven't seen you for a while, and I miss you a lot. I've also figured things out during this time."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Suzong stopped writing and looked at Concubine Lan Shufei and said, "Oh? What did you figure out, my dear concubine?"

Concubine Lan Shu said, "Before, I missed my brother so much that I forgot that I am now married to the Emperor and belong to him. But I have come to my senses. If my brother and sister-in-law really did something wrong, the Emperor should punish them according to the law."

Suzong was a little surprised and asked, "How come my beloved concubine figured it out in just a few days?"

Concubine Lan Shu lowered her head and said, "Last time, the Emperor spoke of my brother and sister-in-law's crimes. I went back and looked up the laws of the dynasty and learned that they could be implicated along with the entire nine clans. However, the Emperor only imprisoned them and did not make any further decisions. I'm sure he's endured a lot of criticism. I'm just being ignorant."

Emperor Suzong felt relieved, so he stepped forward and personally helped Concubine Lan Shu up and said, "Well, my beloved concubine is still sensible. However, I may still have to impose some punishment on them. You..."

Concubine Lan Shu smiled and said, "I understand. Your Majesty has your reasons. But I want to see my brother and his wife one last time. I wonder if Your Majesty would grant me permission?"

Although Concubine Lan Shu had a smile on her face, tears were glistening in her eyes. Seeing her expression, Emperor Suzong finally softened his heart and said, "Okay, I agree to your request. However, I can only see each of them for no more than a quarter of an hour. If we are discovered, I will not be able to explain to the ministers if it takes too long."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Lan Shu's smile became more genuine, and she bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your assistance."

Suzong did not keep her any longer, but said: "If you want to go, come and find Li Fuguo, I will ask him to take you there."

Concubine Lan Shu nodded in agreement and then returned to her own Zi Lan Palace.

In order to avoid putting Emperor Suzong in a difficult position, Concubine Lan Shufei chose the evening to find Li Fuguo.

Suzong had instructed Li Fuguo, so he naturally knew what Concubine Lan Shu wanted to talk to him about, so he said, "This old servant pays his respects to Concubine Lan Shu."

Concubine Lan Shu gave Li Fuguo a light support and said, "Please stand up, eunuch. Thank you for accompanying me for a while." After saying that, she took out a small stack of banknotes and stuffed it into Li Fuguo's sleeve.

Li Fuguo looked around and saw that there was no one around, so he said, "Your Majesty, you are too polite. It's not a big deal. Let's go." Concubine Lan Shu nodded slightly, and Li Fuguo took Concubine Lan Shu out of the palace and went to the Tianlao of the Dali Temple.

The guard at the door saw that it was Li Fuguo and greeted him cordially, "Eunuch Li, what brings you here? Does His Majesty have any instructions?"

Concubine Lan Shu was wearing a black robe and covering her face with a hat. Li Fuguo said, "Yes, His Majesty asked me to bring a distinguished guest to meet Du Bin and his wife."

After saying this, he pulled out two silver notes from his sleeve, stuffed one into each of them, and said, "But remember, keep your mouths shut. If anyone asks, just say that His Majesty sent me here to ask a question."

The two men were overjoyed to receive the banknotes and said quickly, "Yes, yes, we only saw Eunuch Li. Please come in."

Li Fuguo was very satisfied. One of the guards led Concubine Lan Shufei and Li Fuguo to the door of Du Bin's cell and said, "Eunuch Li, since these two are being held in solitary confinement, the other one will have to wait until later."

Li Fuguo covered his nose with his hand and said, "Okay, I got it. I'll call you in a quarter of an hour." The man quickly retreated.

Li Fuguo said to Concubine Lan Shu, "You can chat with Lord Du first. I'll rest for a while."

Concubine Lan Shu said, "Thank you, eunuch."

Du Bin, also known as Du Zhifu, saw Concubine Lan Shu coming and ran up excitedly and said, "I knew you wouldn't just stand by and watch my brother die."

Concubine Lan Shu lost her gentleness and modesty. Instead, she said in a deep voice, "Brother, have you forgotten how you came to possess all that gold and silver? How can I save you?"

Du Bin, upon hearing this, understood that they were not going to save him, so he said with a somewhat desperate tone, "Humph, of course I haven't forgotten, but if I die, you and your sister-in-law won't have an easy life either!"

Concubine Lan Shu approached, her expression becoming somewhat distorted. She said to Du Bin, "You'd better know what to say and what not to say. Otherwise, even if you don't think about yourself, you should think about your mother and sister, right?"

Du Bin was indeed threatened by her. After all, his sister was now the emperor's favorite concubine, and the emperor might not believe what he said. He could only say, "You are so cruel, but you must ensure their safety!"

Concubine Lan Shu felt relieved, her expression returning to normal as she said, "Don't worry, brother. I will plead for my family. Oh, and I brought some clothes for you. This prison is dark and damp, so it's best to wear some warm clothes."

Although Du Bin was angry, he could only say viciously: "Thank you for your kindness, sister."

Concubine Lan Shu just said, "You're welcome." Then she left Du Bin's cell.

Arriving at the place where Li Fuguo rested, Concubine Lan Shu said to him, "Eunuch, I have finished talking to my brother."

Li Fuguo didn't expect it to be so quick. He thought he would have to wait for him to urge him. He quickly stood up and said, "Okay, let's go."

Then he asked the guard to take them to Mrs. Du's cell. Li Fuguo still found a place to rest.

Only when Concubine Lan Shu saw that Li Fuguo was not looking in her direction did she dare to hug Madam Du.

Concubine Lan Shu asked with tears in her eyes, "Are you okay? Did they torture you?"

Mrs. Du smiled and shook her head: "No."

But she was a little confused and asked, "Why are you here?"

Concubine Lan Shu confessed the truth, saying that it was she who had begged Emperor Suzong for this opportunity. Madam Du said sternly, "You are foolish! You shouldn't have gotten involved with us. What if you get implicated?"

Concubine Lan Shu shook her head and said, "No, don't worry. But I heard from Princess Zhao that the Emperor seems to have sent people to the south. I don't know if they will find out anything, so I can only take the risk and come to see you and brother."

Madam Du said with a look of heartache, "I never thought you would have to go through all this at such a young age."

Concubine Lan Shu said: "This is nothing. If it weren't for you, I don't know if I would still be alive now."

Madam Du said, "Alright, alright, let's not talk about this anymore. I know I'm doomed this time, but remember, you must take care of yourself. If he really finds out something, then we should proceed with the plan ahead of time."

Concubine Lan Shu said, "I think so too, so I'm already trying to convince Princess Zhao. She really wants Prince Zhao to get that position. As long as I'm sincere enough, I believe Prince Zhao will join my camp."

Madam Du touched Concubine Lan Shu's head with a look of pity and said, "Well, that baby has grown up. But I'm afraid I won't be able to accompany you in the future. Please be careful."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Lan Shu couldn't help but burst into tears, but she quickly wiped them away, not wanting Li Fuguo to notice anything. She said, "The Emperor only gave me a quarter of an hour. Here are the clothes I prepared for you. It's damp and cold here, so please keep warm."

Mrs. Du nodded and said, "Okay."

Then Concubine Lan Shu reluctantly left Madam Du's cell and called Li Fuguo back to the palace.