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The queen's palace is luxuriously decorated, and the artificial hills and pools in the courtyard reflect the sky, occasionally interrupted by the chirping of birds.
"Chang Yu, you must understand that every step now is crucial. Your position, our Zhao family's position, is gradually rising," said Empress Zhao with an unmistakable seriousness in her voice.
Li Changyu, a 14-year-old boy, exudes a mature determination in his eyes, "Mother, I understand. I will do my best and not disappoint your expectations."
Empress Zhao nodded, her eyes filled with deep ambition, "Your brother Li Chung-Shen may be of noble birth, but he is still part of the royal family. We must ensure that you come out victorious in this power struggle."
Li Changyu's eyes flashed with a hint of complex emotions, revealing a trace of unease. His fingers lightly tapped the tabletop, showing his inner restlessness.
"Mother, the current status of Zhao family relies entirely on Zhao Fier. If she falls out of favor, wouldn't we be back to square one?" Li Changyu spoke with a hint of concern.
Empress Zhao With a slight smile, her eyes were firm and deep, "Chang Yu, you're worrying too much. Zhao Fier is clever and knows how to establish herself in the palace. Besides, our Zhao family is no longer what it used to be."
Li Changyu nodded, but the worry in his expression didn't completely disappear. He changed the subject, "Mother, I heard that Miss Wang Shimeng of the royal family is very beautiful."
Empress Zhao flashed a strange light in her eyes, "Oh? Are you interested in her?"
A shy smile appeared on Li Changyu's face, "I've only heard about her. However, the relationship between the royal family and our Zhao family now..."
Empress Zhao interrupted him, "Chang Yu, as a member of the royal family, you should understand that political marriages are common. If you truly like someone, it's understandable if you can't marry into the royal family, but if the other party is from the royal family, you really need to consider it carefully."
Li Changyu remained silent for a while, then slowly said, "I understand your meaning, Mother. In the future, I will consider the pros and cons."
Empress Zhao nodded in satisfaction, her gaze seemingly penetrating the walls of the palace, gazing into the brilliant future.
At this moment, in the courtyard of the Zhao family, several maids are whispering to each other.
"Have you heard? Zhao Fier has received another reward from the emperor, this time it's a pair of pearl hairpins."
"Really? Zhao Fier is so lucky. Ever since she entered the palace, the position of the Queen Zhao family has been steadily rising."
"However, the power dynamics in the palace are unpredictable. How long can Lady Zhao maintain her position?"
"Shh, keep it down, don't let anyone hear."
The maids exchanged a glance and then went about their business.
In a corner of the Zhao family, Li Changyu stood alone by the window, gazing into the distance.
His eyes fell in the direction of the royal family in the distance, and he couldn't help but think of the face of Wang Shimeng. He didn't know what role this beautiful woman would play in his life.
At this moment, the scene switches to the royal family. The atmosphere of the royal family is completely different from that of the Zhao family.
In the mansion of the royal family, Consort Yang and her sister Wang Fengluan were discussing the recent situation with a worried expression.
"Sister, the power of the Zhao family is rapidly rising, which is not favorable for our royal family," said Wang Fengluan with concern in her voice.
Consort Yang also showed concern in her eyes, "Yes, after Zhao Fier entered the palace, the power of Zhao family has been growing stronger. We must be careful in dealing with it."
Just then, Wang Shimeng walked in. There was a hint of unease on her face, "Mother, Aunt, I heard that the power of Zhao family is on the rise. Will this have an impact on prudence?"
Consort Yang looked at Wang Shimeng with a hint of satisfaction in her eyes, " Poetry vine, you have grown up and started to care about these court matters. Indeed, the rise of the Zhao family is not favorable for prudence, but our royal family is not easily shaken."
Wang Shimeng firmly said, "Mother, Your Highness, on the day I entered the palace, in the garden, I met Second Prince Li Changyu. He seems to have a favorable impression of me."
Consort Yang and Wang Fengluan locked eyes, with a glint of scheming in their gaze.
Consort Yang pondered, " poetry vine, this may be a good opportunity. Although Li Changyu has not been named the crown prince, his position is still significant. If we can establish a good relationship with him, it will undoubtedly benefit our royal family."
Wang Fengluan nodded in agreement: "Indeed, poetry vine, we should seize this opportunity. In the midst of the ever-changing court, we need to lay down pieces in all directions to be prepared for any eventuality."
Wang Shimeng hesitated slightly: "But mother, I have known Li Chung-Shen since childhood. It seems too ruthless to do this."
Wang Fengluan gently strokes her head: "poetry vine, this is not only a choice of emotions, but also concerns the future of the family. As a daughter of the royal family, sometimes we have to consider the family and decide our own future: whether to become the crown princess, or to fall into the ordinary prince's consort. This requires careful consideration on your part."
Wang Shimeng lowers her head silently, struggling in her heart. She understands her mother's meaning and knows that love cannot be everything in life. If she chooses the wrong side, she may end up with nothing in the end.
Wang Fengluan looked at Wang Shimeng and said softly, " Poetry vine, you are a smart girl, and I believe you will make the best choice. Besides, Li Changyu is indeed a good choice. He is intelligent, knowledgeable, and has feelings for you."
Although Wang Shimeng hesitated in her heart, she deeply understood that as a member of the royal family, her choices often involved not only her personal happiness but also the fate of the entire family. She lifted her head, with a determined gleam in her eyes, "Mother, I understand. I will consider the royal family and make the most suitable choice."
Wang Fengluan nodded in satisfaction. She knew that her daughter had grown into a woman capable of shouldering heavy responsibilities.
After Wang Shimeng left.
Consort Yang asked her sister Wang Fengluan in confusion, "Sister, you know that Li Chung-Shen likes poetry vine, so why do you still do this?"
A hint of depth appeared in Wang Fengluan's eyes as she replied, "Sister, things in this world are not so simple. Although Li Chung-Shen is the Third Prince, he is still a member of our royal family. In the court, the emperor fears the expansion of our royal family's power and intends to support another force to counterbalance us. Our position is not secure. As for Li Changyu, his mother is the empress, and his family comes from a humble clan. If poetry vine can marry him, it will be a great help to our royal family."
Consort Yang fell silent for a moment, then slowly said, "But poetry vine and prudence are innocent. If we force them apart, it may hurt prudence's heart."
Wang Fengluan sighed softly, "Sister, this is the fate of being daughters of the royal family. Our choices have never been just for ourselves, but for the rise and fall of the entire family. poetry vine is a clever girl, she will understand."
Consort Yang nodded, a hint of sadness flashed in her eyes, but more of it was helplessness.
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