C46

Inside Torrigo's tent, the first wife, Torrigo, had an angry look on her face. She said to Huo Zhi, "You old fellow, I really don't know what happened to you. Even a good plan like mine was ruined by you."

Although Torrigo was scolding him in such a private place, he was still a bit unhappy. He thought to himself, "If you, Torrigo, were not the lover of the old days, and had even the slightest bit of affection for you, you would think that I, Huo Shi, would be obedient to you. To put it bluntly, you and I are the subordinates of the master of Karnas Lake.

After Torrigo's scolding, he also regretted it a little. After all, Huo Shi had been very loyal to him all these years. If it weren't for him scheming behind the scenes, he wouldn't have been able to become the master of Mongolia now.

He then changed his tone and said gently to Huo Zhi, "Alright, don't be angry. It was just an impulse. In fact, the person who treats Northern Concubine well is your Imperial Advisor."

Seeing Torrigo comforting him so affectionately, Huo Zhi's anger dissipated quite a bit.

Torrigo immediately asked Huo Zhi, "Although the Torre family normally goes against us, the assassination of this concubine really isn't something they do. Furthermore, it doesn't conform to their style of doing things. Take a look, who did this?"

Actually, Huo Zhi had already thought of someone in his heart, but he didn't dare to say it out loud.

Seeing Huo Shou not answering his own question, Torrigo immediately said to him, "What's the matter, you sly old fox? Did you think of something and you don't want to say it?"

"Darling, I'm afraid you're also guessing the culprit behind this, but you'd rather not confirm it than reveal it. Instead, you'd rather hear it from the Imperial Advisor himself." Huo Zhi chuckled and said.

Torrigo's reply was: "Then you can write it down and see if what you are thinking is in line with what this Concubine is thinking."

Huo Shi hesitated for a moment, but didn't take out any pen or paper. He just stretched out his index finger and wrote two words on Torrigo's body. Then, he asked, "Is it him?"

"Sigh, to be honest, this Concubine's heart is filled with contradictions. I hope it's him, but I don't wish it to be him at all." Torrigo sighed and said.

It turned out that the word on Torrigo's body was precisely the word "Expensive".

Huo Shi was also quite curious after hearing what Torrigo had said. He asked, "First Concubine, why do you think that?"

"The noble one is this concubine's eldest son. If he had the ability to inherit Mongolia's position, why would this concubine reveal herself and walk up to the front desk. Now, even though we are mother and son, I have truly underestimated this son of mine." Torrigo said.

Huo Shi continued to speak, "Yes, I also thought that your highness was a weak person. I didn't expect you to be so ruthless for the sake of power."

"From ancient times until now, of those who have become great, one hasn't been ruthless, and the other isn't poisonous. If you truly have such a kind heart, then I rather admire him and want to reverse the situation. The reason why I didn't think highly of him in the past is because he lacked the sort of decision to kill an emperor." Torrigo's.

Huo Zhi asked tentatively, "According to your meaning, even if the matter was done by your highness, do you not intend to pursue it?"

"What do you think, my Imperial Advisor?" Torrigo asked.

How could Huo Zhi decide for Torrigo on such a matter? He changed the topic and asked, "Your Royal Highness changed so much. It's a little strange. Is there someone behind his back?"

"The people around him are all important figures. They are all useless people. If we were to say that it's fine to have fun and eat with him, then I'm afraid it's not very likely." Torrigo said.

Huo Zhi replied, "But don't forget, there's still a capable person by your side."

"Who are you talking about?" Torrigo asked.

Huo Zhi replied, "Naturally, it is your good daughter-in-law who is lost."

"That's unlikely. Hai Yunlang is quite scheming, but she's this consort's trusted aide. Even though they're called husband and wife, they don't have a good relationship. You know that." Torrigo said disapprovingly.

Huo Zhi nodded. "Royal Consort, you're right, but don't forget that tonight, husband and wife were merciful in broad daylight. Moreover, they have been married for so many years. We haven't seen each other for such a long time."

"That makes sense. Besides, Hai Yunlang has a strong desire for power. It's very possible that he would stir up trouble. Under this man, the grand imperial concubines above tens of thousands of people would have many women sleeping in their dreams for a long time." Torrigo said.

Torrigo thought about it and said, "That's not a good idea. Right now, Hai Yang has the 'Shadow Legion', but he knows a lot of our secrets."

"Since these two have such ambitions, this Consort will grant them their wish. It just so happens that the rebellion in the forest has just subsided, so we'll send them there to pacify the local citizens." Torrigo said again.

Huo Zhi asked doubtfully, "You didn't punish them, and arranged such a respectable job for your highness and his wife. What's the use of that?"

"This is a test for them. If they really have the ability, then so what if I, as their mother, hand over all the authority to them? When the time comes, I will have the leisure to be happy." Torrigo said.

Only the devil would believe, thought Horace, that you had given up the power in your hand. I'm afraid you must have had other ideas.

However, on the surface, he still smiled and said, "Darling, you really are a good mother. If you become the next King, how can you be happy?"

"Don't worry. When the time comes, you'll get up and build a proper palace. You'll be accompanying this concubine." Torrigo said.

Huo Zhi suddenly thought of something. He said to Torrigo, "The Holy Maiden told us to quickly get involved with her. This matter has been going on for quite some time. If this goes on, I'm afraid the Holy Maiden won't be happy."

"Don't worry, I've been busy dealing with the assassins. Next up, not only will I have to make sure that they don't die of pain, I also have to make sure that the old generals loyal to the Torre family will have a hard time." Torrigo said.

Huo Zhi happily smiled and said, "Darling, you really are amazing."

And so another curtain of darkness descended..................................................................................................................................................................................................