northernbook Chapter 283 Supplies
Chapter 283 Supplies
Looking at his daughter's anxious expression, Dongfang Zheng sighed softly and said, "The affairs of the court are ever-changing, and even I, as her father, cannot be certain. However, His Majesty's actions today are indeed a strong attempt to suppress the Regent's power." Dongfang Mingzhu's eyes lit up, and a smug smile appeared on her lips: "Hmph, that Dongfang Wan'er thinks she's climbed the social ladder. Now that the Regent has fallen, let's see how long she can remain arrogant." Dongfang Zheng frowned and scolded, "Don't say such gloating things here. Wan'er is, after all, your sister." Dongfang Mingzhu pouted, her face full of disapproval.
In the backyard of the Prince's mansion, Xinran, who was imprisoned, was extremely anxious. She had thought that Ye Jiuchen's coma was a good opportunity for her to rise to power, but she never expected that the situation would take such a sharp turn for the worse, with Ye Jiuchen's influence being purged in the court. Unwilling to be trapped here, she began to plan how to send the message out again, contacting her connections outside, and trying to find a way to turn things around.
Meanwhile, inside the space, Dongfang Wan'er was intently focused on the spiritual spring water before her. Under her careful manipulation, the spring water gradually shimmered with a strange light, seemingly undergoing a new transformation. Fine beads of sweat covered her forehead, but her eyes remained resolute. "If I can successfully improve this spiritual spring water, it will be a great help to both the royal palace and myself," she murmured to herself.
An Ye patrolled the Prince's residence, reinforcing security. He knew the residence was in a precarious situation and could not afford any loss. While arranging for his guards to remain hidden and closely monitor the surroundings, he pondered how to deal with this complex situation. He understood that with the Prince unconscious and the Princess focused on studying the spiritual spring water, he had to shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting the residence.
After the morning court session, Ye Erxiao returned to the imperial study, a smug smile on his face. "Ye Jiuchen, you've finally met your match," he murmured. But he also knew that Ye Jiuchen's influence in the court was deep. Although he had launched a major crackdown today, many potential forces were still watching from the shadows. He needed to find a way to further consolidate his position and completely eliminate the threat posed by Ye Jiuchen. Therefore, he summoned his trusted ministers to discuss the next steps, preparing for a more thorough investigation of Ye Jiuchen's supporters.
After returning to his palace, the Third Prince, Ye Jinghao, remained deeply troubled. He knew he was at a disadvantage in this power struggle, but he refused to sit idly by and await his doom. He began secretly contacting neutral officials in the court, attempting to build his own power base while waiting for the right opportunity. At the same time, he also sent people to closely monitor the actions of Ye Erxiao and the Crown Prince, searching for any weaknesses in their plans.
As time passed, rumors about the Regent intensified, casting a tense and mysterious atmosphere over the entire capital. Meanwhile, Dongfang Wan'er remained busy in her spatial dimension, unaware of the even greater storm that was about to break, and oblivious to the crucial role she would play in this complex situation…
Dongfang Zheng gazed at his daughter's anxious face, a complex emotion welling up within him. He sighed softly, his voice low and slow as he said, "The affairs of the court are always unpredictable and treacherous. Even as someone caught in the middle, I cannot accurately predict the course of events. However, His Majesty's actions in court today clearly demonstrate a strong crackdown on the Regent's power. Such an event may trigger a series of unpredictable chain reactions." Upon hearing this, Dongfang Mingzhu's eyes brightened, like cold stars twinkling in the dark night. A slight smile played on her lips, revealing an undisguised smugness. "Hmph, that Dongfang Wan'er is always so arrogant, thinking she's firmly attached herself to the Regent's powerful backing. Now that the Regent is being suppressed by the Emperor and his power is waning, I want to see how arrogant she can be, and how long she can remain so smug." Dongfang Zheng frowned immediately, his thick eyebrows furrowing tightly together, and he blurted out, "Don't utter such gloating words here! Wan'er is still your sister, blood-related, and you can't slander her like this." Dongfang Mingzhu just pouted, her face full of indifference, as if she didn't take her father's rebuke to heart.
Just as the tension was palpable and the atmosphere heavy, a sudden uproar erupted outside, like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, shattering the silence. Dongfang Zheng's expression immediately sharpened; he dared not be negligent in the slightest and hurriedly ordered his men to rush out and investigate. Who was making such a fuss outside the mansion? Had some trouble come knocking again?
A moment later, the servant who had gone to check rushed back, looking flustered and panting, reporting that Ye Erxiao had arrived at the Dongfang residence with a large entourage, looking menacing. Upon hearing this, Dongfang Zheng's heart skipped a beat, and an ominous premonition arose within him. He knew that Ye Erxiao's visit would not be without reason, especially given the turbulent political situation at court. The Regent was facing strong pressure from the Emperor, and Ye Erxiao, as a confidant of the Regent, must be involved in court affairs at this critical juncture.
Ye Erxiao's face was as cold and stern as frost, seemingly capable of freezing a person to death, his eyes radiating a sharp and authoritative aura. He strode into the Dongfang residence, each step carrying the weight of a thousand pounds, causing the ground to tremble slightly. He went straight to Dongfang Zheng standing in the courtyard and, without any politeness, spoke directly: "This young master has business with Miss Dongfang Wan'er today. I heard she is at the residence?" His voice was icy and forceful, leaving no room for negotiation. Dongfang Zheng was startled and was about to speak, trying to tactfully deflect the question, but Dongfang Mingzhu, unable to suppress her jealousy and resentment, spoke first: "Oh, Young Master Ye, your backer, the Regent Prince, is about to fall from power, and you still have the mind to come looking for my sister? Don't you know what time it is? Do you want to drag our Dongfang family down with you?" As Dongfang Mingzhu spoke, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly, carrying a mocking smile, attempting to humiliate Ye Erxiao. However, Ye Erxiao ignored her words and didn't even glance at her, as if she were just an insignificant nobody in this mansion. His gaze remained fixed on Dongfang Zheng, waiting for Dongfang Zheng to give an answer.
Dongfang Zheng sighed softly, knowing that it was impossible to hide the truth under these circumstances. He could only tell the truth: "Wan'er is currently in seclusion practicing medical skills and is unable to receive guests. I hope Young Master Ye can understand and visit another day."