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The more the empress thought about it, the more she understood that she had fallen into the water two days ago.

There was actually someone who still thought of harming her despite her misplaced Phoenix Palace. Since that was the case, she had to live well and take back the rights that belonged to the Empress.

Furthermore, in her heart, Dong Shu was not like any other servants. Because Dong Shu had been treating her with sincerity, she had become more sincere towards Dong Shu as well.

Now that such a thing had happened, there was no need to even think to know that it was caused by her. That was why she ignored Emperor Ruikang's expression and directly said those words.

Emperor Ruikang was also well aware of Empress Hu's character. If not for her anger and ruthlessness today, she would definitely not have said such words.

However, due to the incident with the crown prince ten years ago, he was still partial to his remaining sons and felt that they were all his own sons. Since he had lost his most important sons, even though the remaining sons of his were not as good as his own sons, they could not bear to part with him any longer.

It was precisely because of this that no matter how many mistakes the Third Prince had committed in the past two years, he would at most reprimand him a little and never use any of his force again.

Emperor Ruikang knew that he was growing old and he couldn't be ruthless, but he also knew that he owed Empress Hu.

Now that Empress Hu had finally met someone who was kind and truly loved in front of this junior, that person was also a tactful person.

Seeing that Emperor Ruikang was only frowning and not speaking, Empress Hu guessed that he was unwilling to part with his, but she knew in her heart that although she could be ruthless to the person who attacked her, she could not truly let Emperor Ruikang punish him for what happened today.

Otherwise, if he thought about what happened today and felt pity for her son, Dong Shu would become a person that he detested.

After a moment of thought, the Empress Hu looked straight at Emperor Ruikang and said, "Before Shu'er left, he even promised me to come visit the palace. But now that something like this has happened, I'm afraid that he will never dare to leave home again." After saying this, seeing that the Emperor Ruikang seemed to be deep in thought, she hurriedly continued: "If General Xu is still around, and his own daughter-in-law is being bullied to this extent, he will definitely have to send over eighty guards, he's the most protective of his family."

When Emperor Ruikang heard Empress Hu mention her old friend, his eyes showed that he missed her a lot. After thinking for a moment, he casually said, "Then, how about I arrange some of my personal guards for Shu'er?"

"Just for the personal guards?" The Empress Hu saw that the Emperor Ruikang had followed through with her own thoughts and hurriedly answered, "Your Majesty, I'm currently in a desolate state, so I really do like Shu'er's temper. I wanted to take her in as my adopted daughter and give her the title of County Lord. "

Just as Empress Hu finished speaking, Emperor Ruikang immediately shook his head and said, "Although Shu'er is not bad, she is not a daughter of the imperial family after all, so it is not suitable for the county governor." After saying that, the Emperor Ruikang saw that the Empress Hu's expression was ugly. According to our royal family's rules, a prince's grandson can become a ruler. Now that she has been given this position, it can be said that we value her. As for the matter of you wanting to take her as your adopted daughter, it's better to wait for a while longer. "

Empress Hu only wanted to give Dong Shu a seat, so it was naturally good if she could get a County Lord.

Only with the title and position would she be able to openly spoil him and arrange people for him.

"Since that's the case, then Your Majesty should give Shu'er a better title. She's a person of Xu Family after all."

Empress Hu was well aware of the regret and guilt Emperor Ruikang had towards Xu Zhenbei's premature death. Since it was not good to openly subsidize his Xu Family, and in the name of treating his illness, he naturally had to obtain some benefits for his Xu Family.

When the Emperor Ruikang heard what the Empress Hu said, the originally casual thoughts that he had somewhat dispelled, and he could not help but attach some importance to the matter of giving Dong Shu the title.

"Mn, we will think about this matter when we get back later. Tomorrow morning, you will arrange for someone to go to the Xu Family Villa to deliver a message. The imperial edict is naturally to wait for them to return to the capital, and to receive it at the capital's mansion. "

Emperor Ruikang wanted to send a message to Master Xuan Ling. It would be best to ask Master Xuan Ling if he could arrange this matter like that.

When Empress Hu saw that the arrangements were already made, she did not say anymore and only informed the Emperor Ruikang. Since that was the case, then she would have to arrange more rewards for Dong Shu.

Right now, the Emperor Ruikang was hoping that the Empress Hu would forget about Dong Shu being killed. After hearing the Queen mention this matter, he naturally agreed and even warned the Queen to give Dong Shu more rewards.

If the Queen received the Emperor Ruikang's words, she naturally planned to go to the Emperor Ruikang's private storage to choose a few things for Dong Shu.

After Emperor Ruikang left, he arranged for the eight Monthly Secret Guards to go to Dong Shu's side to protect her.

The Mama Hu was somewhat dazed as she listened to the Empress's arrangement, when she saw the serious expression on Empress Hu's face, she knew that her master was determined to protect her.

"Yes, your servant will arrange it now."

At first, Xu Shiqiu wanted to invite Yan Ye to come for a feast, but he was rejected. He only asked Xu Shiqiu for a few jars of good wine, saying that he liked to drink alone.

Xu Shiqiu did not expect Yan Ye to reply like that, and after sending someone to fetch the good wine for Yan Ye, he sat alone and thought for a long time.

Although Yan Ye could not see through him, up till now, he had indeed never felt any malicious intent from him.

Today, he had saved Young Girl again, and this kindness could not be forgotten.

It was just that because he had been on guard before, it was not easy to get close to him now. He would probably have to spend more effort to get close to him.

He hadn't been home for a long time, and today, he had met with a assassination attempt. After eating dinner, he returned to the Shihuan Courtyard, and after soaking in the water for a while, he fell into a deep slumber. He hugged Yuanxi who refused to let go of her and didn't wait for Xu Shiqiu to go back to sleep early.

By the time he woke up on the second day, it was already noon. Yuanxi had already been carried away, and the courtyard was extremely quiet, with not a single sound to be heard.

When she woke up, Ling Xiang entered the house with Huo Xiang and Li Xiang. Before she could ask about the matters of the family, Mama Yan had already entered and waved for the three to leave.

"Mama Yan, did something happen?"

Dong Shu's long hair had only been combed halfway, when Mama Yan directly stepped forward a few steps, and continued to comb Dong Shu's hair. Her expression was nervous but also carried a hint of happiness: "Madam, Empress has arranged for eight secret guards to protect you."

Dong Shu didn't understand why the Mama Yan was so happy, but she had only heard Xu Shiqiu mention the matter of 'secret guard' once, and said that in another two years, she would arrange for some secret guards to be set aside to protect Yuanxi in the future.

When she heard the Mama Yan mention the secret guard, she immediately thought of what Xu Shiqiu had said before. She then thought about what the Empress had thought about her and hurriedly said with reddened eyes, "The Empress thinks I'm her daughter and pain."

Seeing that Dong Shu understood the Empress's thoughts, the smile on Mama Yan's face became wider, "When I was serving at the Phoenix Palace, I once heard the Mama Su mention that the Empress has a secret guard by her side." Speaking to here, the smile on Mama Yan's face disappeared, and she sighed, then continued, "It's just that in the beginning, the secret guard was prepared to keep the crown prince, but when the crown prince was in trouble, the secret guards had just started to arrange for him. All these years have passed, and I had originally thought that the secret guard would no longer be here, but now, the Empress has bestowed upon me the title of 'secret guard' that is of eight months' age. "

knew what was going on when Mama Yan mentioned the 'crown prince'.

In the past, not only Xu Shiqiu, but even the Old Madame Xu and Xu Nuanwen had warned her repeatedly.

Who would have thought that today, he would receive the benefit of the previous crown prince?

As she spoke, Mama Yan had already coiled up Dong Shu's long hair, and waited for Dong Shu to place the chaste ring in it again before walking out the door.

Mama Yan first sent Lotus and Lixiang out of the courtyard to arrange for lunch, then made Ling Xiang stare at the courtyard gate. Finally, she casually made a hand gesture towards the sky.

The moment Mama Yan's hand gesture landed, eight young girls dressed in simple cyan clothes, who looked like brown short dresses flew out of nowhere.

Dong Shu naturally did not think that the secret guard the Empress had arranged for him was actually a woman, but when she thought about his identity, she thought to herself that it was indeed more convenient for women.

Yan mama saw the joy on Dong Shu's face and hurriedly introduced them, "They are Yue Zhi, Yue Bei, Yue Ping, Yue Yin, Yue Qian, Yue Rong, Yue Ruo, Yue Xuan." The eight of them grew up together, and now the Empress has arranged for them to protect Madam's safety.

The Mi Wei Duo hid in the shadows. It was rare for the eight people to show themselves, and they could be considered to have left the old owner. Looking at them now was a bit unnatural.

It was Dong Shu's first time seeing so many secret guards, so she couldn't really ask too many questions. She immediately said, "Yue Zhi and Yue Bei go and protect Yuanxi. If I want to go out, then bring a few more people out. " After saying that, Dong Shu thought for a while, then continued: "If my husband is by your side in the future, you guys stay far away."

As soon as Dong Shu finished speaking, the eight Moon Secret Guards saluted and acknowledged him.

"Mama Yan, I will leave the eight of them to you to handle. If you need anything, just go to the warehouse to retrieve it." Dong Shu didn't know about the secret guards, so she didn't dare interfere, and only handed them over to the Mama Yan.

Seeing that Dong Shu trusted him so much, Mama Yan immediately agreed to this matter.

After getting the secret guard, Dong Shu was excited, but she thought of informing her mother-in-law, and that she would have to inform Hubby tonight.

The most important thing was, if these few girls were to follow her closely in the future, what would she do if she were to speak some private words with her mother-in-law and the Aunt Sister?

Because of this matter, Dong Shu suppressed her joy, her mind was only thinking about this matter and did not know what to do.

Seeing Dong Shu's changing expression, the Mama Yan thought for a while, and when the secret guards all 'disappeared' again, she still told her about the Queen's words.

"How … How can we do that?" When Dong Shu heard that she was going to be given the title of a Lord, she panicked.

Mama Yan had long ago told her about the 'princess, princess, county lord,' and other rank matters.

Mama Yan had said before that these were all titles that only royal women could have. Although the royal wives were bestowed the titles from the previous dynasty, only royal women had such an honor today.

According to her husband's current rank, even if she received the Empress's Divine Vision, she would at most receive a fifth rank Ingenious Vision.

But who would have thought that he would actually be conferred the title of a Lord?

As he thought about this matter, he decided to leave the matter of the secret guard for the time being. He did not care about eating and directly walked towards the Old Madame Xu's Main Yard.

When Old Madame Xu saw Dong Shu rushing over, she thought that something had happened, but who knew that it would actually happen?

"Mom, what should we do?"

Dong Shu was truly afraid. Although she was happy, she was truly afraid.

She understood her status. Although her husband used to have a first rank national general, his husband was only a middle ranked martial general.

Not to mention, his own family was even less obvious. If he were to be bestowed the title of Country Lord, what would he do in the future?

Old Madame Xu was not as flustered as Dong Shu. Seeing her nervous eyes filled with tears, she pulled her hand and comforted her, "You don't have to worry too much. I see that she treats you like her own daughter, and if there really is such a fortunate thing, you can treat Empress like your own mother. "

Old Madame Xu comforted her as Dong Shu recovered.

However, she was still worried about this matter, and the smile on her face no longer remained.

"Mother, I will naturally honor the Empress. Even if the Empress doesn't give me anything, I will still honor the Empress." After saying that, Dong Shu seemed to have muttered to herself: "I offer my filial piety to the Empress, not for these things."

Hearing Dong Shu's words, the Old Madame Xu raised her hand and tapped her forehead: "This is such a fortunate thing. If it were anyone else, I would have been so happy, but you're so scared." After saying that, the Old Madame Xu smiled and continued, "Don't think too much into it. Since the Empress had already sent word, then she would make arrangements. After packing her things for two days, she would move back to the capital. In this way, you can also receive the royal decree to enter the palace to express your gratitude. "

Hearing Old Madame Xu's words, Dong Shu nodded her head and agreed.

However, in her heart, she was still thinking about this matter. She wanted to wait for her husband to come back tonight and ask him in detail.