Not only the Nangong family, but also other courtiers' residences in the capital were discussing in private that the emperor ordered the five princes to go to Mount Tai to sacrifice to heaven on his behalf, each with their own thoughts.
In the end, Su Zhijing was responsible for all the crimes in the fraud case, but King Shunjun lost his favor because of this, and was even dismissed from his job in the household department. It can be said that he suffered a heavy loss. The other wings in the hall were not implicated.
Of course, he was not willing to suffer this dull loss, so the past few days have been turbulent.
Gongjun Wang Han Lingfu was impeached by the censor repeatedly, and all kinds of dirty things were pulled out one after another.
The situation in Dayu Chaotang became more and more chaotic.
But at this time, there was another severe drought in the south. Early in the court, they fought over who to send to relieve the disaster, and finally chose the Marquis of Pingyang. Just as the emperor wanted to retire, an official came out to ask for orders, and said sonorously : "Your Majesty, please order the third son-in-law Kui Lang to go to southern Xinjiang."
This sentence made the whole court silent and shocked.
In the Golden Luan Hall, many officials stared at the official with "Are you crazy?" Even the emperor looked at him in surprise and said, "Why did Huo Aiqing say that?"
Of course Lord Huo had thought about it a long time ago, and he said calmly: "Your Majesty, the son of the Prince of Zhennan led an army of 100,000 troops to the city of Ruijiang, the capital of Baiyue, and he must be able to break through the city of Ruijiang in a few days." He paused. After a while, he said meaningfully, "Your Majesty, Baiyue cannot be left alone for a day!"
Hearing this, all the officials were quiet again, and they all tasted something.
That's right, Baiyue is thousands of miles away, when the Prince of Zhennan conquers the capital of Baiyue and wipes out the remnant party of the false king, then Baiyue will be in Xiao Yi's pocket.
By that time, Xiao Yi may have enough time to embrace the ground and bury his power in Baiyue. Even if Kui Lang is allowed to go back in the future, it may be difficult to shake Xiao Yi's position in Baiyue.
The Zhennan Palace in the palm of the southern border has already made the emperor jealous, if Baiyue is added... I am afraid that Dayu will have nothing to do with him!
The emperor was thoughtful, and after a long time, he said "discuss later".
Mr. Huo was not impatient, and respectfully agreed.
The morning of the day ended in an eerie silence.
Han Lingfu has no serious errands now, so he went back to the palace directly after he came down to court, but before he could have a sip of tea, an unexpected visitor greeted him.
Han Lingfu looked at Kui Lang who was looking for an excuse to come to his mansion again, with a trace of impatience in his eyes, and said: "Sister-in-law, if you can do it, this king has already ordered someone to do it. As for whether the father and emperor agree, then it is not this king." It's under control."
Kui Lang, who was sitting by the window, squinted his eyes and said, "Brother Sanhuang, don't try to deceive me. This is just a trivial matter. Whether it can be done or not depends on whether you really help me."
Han Lingfu frowned irritably and rubbed his temples.
These days, everything went wrong for him, not only was he pushed hard by the second brother, but also reprimanded by his father a few times because of this, all this is for what? !
If Kui Lang hadn't forced him that day, he could have cut off the power of the second emperor brother slowly, and then dealt with the second emperor brother vigorously after completely defeating the fifth emperor brother.
However, he had to waste manpower on Kui Lang's matter, and he had to accept unnecessary doubts from the other party. If it was before, Han Lingfu would have turned his back on him long ago. Unfortunately, it is different now.
He took a deep breath, tried his best to calm down, and said to himself: What Kui Lang asked for is not bad for him. After Kui Lang left, naturally no one would point fingers at him.
Thinking about it, Han Lingfu's mood improved again, and the corners of his mouth curved slightly.
Han Lingfu didn't pay attention to Bai Muxiao and Bai Yi, these two women were nothing more than a fake tiger, after Kui Lang left the capital, he immediately sent them "on the road"!
At that time, Kui Lang is far away in Baiyue, thousands of miles away, and the court still needs himself to help him check and balance the plan. Will Kui Lang turn his face against himself for two mere sluts? !
Han Lingfu gritted his back molars, a look of ruthlessness flashed in his dark eyes, and patiently said to Kui Lang: "This king never speaks falsely, my sister-in-law waits a few more days, and I know my sincerity."
Kui Lang responded with a half-smile, and believed in Han Lingfu for the time being.
He couldn't wait to go back to Baiyue.
He has been away from Baiyue for too long, and the longer the time, the greater the change. He just wants to regain his throne as soon as possible... When he stabilizes Baiyue, it's time to start cleaning up Xiao Yi!
Kui Lang casually picked up the wine glass at the side, and drank it proudly.
If you want to deal with Xiao Yi, naturally you can't confront him head-on, you just need to order Han Lingfu to operate in the court, try every means to make the emperor afraid of the Zhennan Palace, and even take back their military power. At that time, the case of Guan Ruyan will definitely repeat itself!
He will definitely take back the humiliation that Xiao Yi brought him bit by bit!
The more Kui Lang thought about it, the more complacent he became, and he felt that it was a good move for Bai Yi to hold Han Lingfu for him, and this woman could be considered to be of some use.
Thinking of Bai Yi, Kui Lang remembered something, and urged again: "Brother Sanhuang, for the sake of our friendship, you and Bai Yi should have a child too!"
A child with the blood of Baiyue and Dayu!
When this child ascends the throne, Dayu will be in his pocket!
When it came to the child, Han Lingfu's heart, which had been relieved a little, became chaotic and irritable again.
He wants a child more than anyone else, but it's not He Baiyi, but the second concubine Chen.
Since he and Bai Muxiao fell out, although he often went to Bai Muxiao's yard to "sit for a while" and doted on her superficially, but in fact, he had been resting at Chen's place these days.
However, Chen's stomach was not up to snuff, and she was still unable to conceive.
Not only that, he even pampered a few maids in Chen's yard, but there was no good news for them.
Han Lingfu was so anxious that he once wondered if it was because of the Wuhe ointment that Chen and the others couldn't conceive, but now hearing what Kui Lang said, it seemed that it wasn't...
After all, the child born by the servant girl has a lower status, should he accept another side concubine? !
Thinking of this, Han Lingfu half-cast his eyes.
When Cui Yanyan "died suddenly", he had promised the Cui family that he would accept a girl from the Cui family as his side, so that the Cui family could calm down. Now, maybe it's time...
Han Lingfu was wondering if he should go to the Cui Mansion to meet Cui Wei for a while, but he didn't know that Cui Wei's heart had already been stirred up by someone...
At this moment, Cui Wei was also receiving guests in his study.
"Master Cui," a middle-aged man wearing the imperial master's green brocade robe sat across the table from Cui Wei, and persuaded him kindly, "I have known Mr. Cui for many years, and I also persuade you with good intentions. Sir Cui Think about it clearly, even if Prince Gong would keep his promise and accept another girl from the Cui family as his side concubine, but back then he could even abandon the main concubine at will, so what's the use of a mere side concubine?"
Isn't it easy to kill and discard at any time? !
Cui Weiruo moved, but frowning silently.
The middle-aged man had been observing every change in Cui Wei's expression, and he was not in a hurry, and continued: "Master Cui is the father-in-law of King Gong, what do you think of King Gong?"
For a moment, Cui Wei felt his heart was pressed down by something, heavy.
Han Lingfu, on the surface, is gentle and elegant, like a modest gentleman, but in fact he has a deep scheming mind, and he will use any means to achieve his goals. It is also because of this that Cui Wei feels that Han Lingfu has the courage to do great things and has the appearance of an emperor. In comparison, the fifth prince is so indecisive and indecisive, it is really difficult to take on a big responsibility!
But after his daughter passed away, he realized that Han Lingfu's ruthlessness is a double-edged sword. He is not only ruthless towards the enemy, but also towards other people.
However, the Cui family has already boarded the ship of Prince Gong, so if they want to get off, how easy is it? !
Cui Wei's heart sank slowly.
The middle-aged man sighed and said: "With Duke Gong as a man, even if Cui's daughter is really accepted as a side concubine, I'm afraid the Cui family is taking the opportunity to coerce him, he is unwilling, and even feels resentful." ... Once Prince Gong gains power in the future, with his heart, Master Cui, do you think he will let you go?"
Not to mention anything else, isn't Cui Yanyan, who died inexplicably, a lesson for Cui Wei? !
Cui Wei's heart skipped a beat.
These days, he did have such worries, but he kept restraining himself and didn't think too much about it.
But now, the words and sentences that are constantly pouring into his ears seem to open his heart open, and he has to face it.
That's right, based on his understanding of Han Lingfu, under his gentle appearance, his behavior does indeed have the meaning of "those who follow me will prosper, and those who oppose me will perish". otherwise…
He didn't want to show his timidity in front of outsiders, so he bit the bullet and said lightly: "Even if the little girl dies, everyone knows that I am the father-in-law of Prince Gong, so it's possible that I can choose another path at this time?"
The problem is, even if he is willing to serve other princes, the other princes probably won't regard him as a confidant...
"Master Cui, there are many ways to get things done in this world..." the middle-aged man said meaningfully.
Cui Wei raised his eyebrows slightly to show doubts.
The middle-aged man smiled triumphantly in his heart, and pointed out: "Master Cui, the concubine of Ling Ai County died so unjustly, it must be hard to find peace in the world. Master Cui can only let the world know that there is something strange about Ling Ai's death... so, Gong Jun The king will be afraid of doing things in the future."
Cui Wei lowered his eyes in thought and remained silent for a long time.
If he were to sue King Gong for killing his wife, he would never do it, because in this way, the Cui family and King Gong would have no room for maneuver. If Prince Gong ascended to Dabao in the future, the Cui family would be finished. But if the cause of his daughter's death is only revealed to the outside world, King Gong may not want to bear the notoriety of killing his wife, so he will treat his "former Yue's family" kindly, so as not to be discussed by the outside world.
In this way, regardless of whether he can ascend to the supreme position in the future, the Cui family can also preserve their wealth...
After a while, he looked up at the middle-aged man, and said resolutely, "What should I do?"
Hearing this, the middle-aged man could no longer hold back his lips and smiled.
"Srustling..."
A gust of warm summer wind blows through the window, hiding the whispers in the house in the chirping of cicadas and the swaying of branches and leaves...
In mid-August, the scorching sun at noon is scorching the earth, and the air is so hot that it seems to be burning.
This is the case in the capital of the kingdom, as well as in southern Xinjiang.
The gravel-paved road was shining brightly in the hot sun, and a simple green-covered carriage slowly approached a temple at the foot of the mountain.
From a distance, it attracted the attention of two little nuns sweeping the floor.
Mingqing Temple is located in a remote location, surrounded by barren mountains and wild mountains. It is inaccessible on weekdays. There are even few pilgrims who come to offer incense. Most of the people who come here are female relatives who have been "sent" to Qingxiu, or visitors.
After a while, the gate of the Ming and Qing Temple was wide open, and all the nuns in the temple, from the master to the little nun, knew that the concubine of Zhennan Wang Shizi was coming.
Those little nuns were still young and their minds were uncertain, so they all looked curiously at a certain courtyard in the temple. It is said that the eldest girl of the Zhennan Prince's Mansion lived in this courtyard, and in name, she came to pray for her mother.
"Sister-in-law!"
Xiao Fei looked at Nangong Yue who came from outside the house, and blurted out in surprise, almost suspecting that she was dreaming.
Nangong Yue looked at Xiao Fei with a smile, and saw that she was wearing a white skirt, her jet-black silk tied into a loose braid, and only a white velvet flower on her head. From head to tail, she was so pure There is no color at all.
Xiao Fei's original demeanor was lonely and cold, but at this moment, it seemed that there was a trace of pitiful fragility.
Sister Fei lost weight again! Nangong Yue was so distressed, she held back her words, and shouted with a smile: "Sister Fei!" She took Xiao Fei's arm affectionately, just like in the past.
Nangong Yue dragged Xiao Fei to sit by the window. In August, the cicadas were constantly singing. Xiao Fei used to think that the cicadas disturbed people's peace, but now she felt at ease.
Tao Yao hurriedly served tea to the two masters. Nangong Yue picked up the teacup and looked around the room without any trace. There were still a few scriptures that had just been copied on the desk, and the wet ink on the inkstone was casually placed on the table. The wolf hairs on the pen rest... all of them show that Xiao Fei was copying scriptures just now.
Nangong Yue exerted some force on her fingertips holding the teacup, her eyes flashed, and before she could say anything, Xiao Fei couldn't hide her expectation and said: "Sister-in-law, am I really going to be an aunt?"
Xiao Fei couldn't help but looked Nangong Yue up and down several times, lingering on her abdomen again, a bright look bloomed in her dark pupils, and Tao Yao and Bai Zhou, who were serving beside her, were delighted: After coming to Mingqing Temple, I have never seen the eldest girl having fun, she is still the concubine... no, it is still the future grandson who has the ability!
Ever since she found out that she was pregnant, Nangong Yue's lower abdomen has always been the focus of everyone's attention. She was a little uncomfortable at the beginning, but now she is almost calm.
As Xiao Yi said, if my daughter is attractive, there is nothing I can do about it!
Nangong Yue's heart moved, she was still worried about Xiao Fei's temper, and it might not be easy to persuade her to go back home... Now that I think about it, this matter couldn't be easier. With such a big "face", what can't be done? !
Nangong Yue caressed her belly and said, "Sister Fei, you will be able to be an aunt in the spring of next year." After a pause, she said again, "When your nannie is born, Sister Fei, you can teach her how to play the piano, chess, calligraphy and painting." good?"
"That's natural." Xiao Fei was overjoyed, and responded immediately, "I have to make a few small clothes for my daughter quickly..." At this time, Xiao Fei was really glad that she learned a little sewing from her sister-in-law, otherwise she would not be able to give her clothes. My little niece made clothes.
However, her needlework is still too rough, she needs to practice more quickly! Xiao Fei suddenly has a new goal besides piano, chess, calligraphy and painting.
Seeing this, Nangong Yue deliberately followed her words and said, "Sister Fei, I will leave the spring clothes for my daughter to your aunt."
"Sister-in-law, don't worry." Xiao Fei replied with a serious face, "I will find a nanny to ask for advice, and I will definitely not wrong our daughter..." As she spoke, she was thinking about the situation in her warehouse. There is also a green cicada wing, which is just right for making clothes for my daughter!
The sister-in-law and sister-in-law talked speculatively, but Thrush at the side was a little speechless, looked at Baihui, and said with her eyes, how can this big girl be as virtuous as the eldest son, and the child has not yet been born, so why can't she be the little grandson? !
Besides, even though the eldest girl needs to keep filial piety for her mother for a year when her mother dies, and she cannot discuss marriage for the time being, but after one year, the eldest girl will get married anyway, so how can she stay in the palace forever...
Tao Yao and Bai Zhou also wanted to go together, they secretly exchanged a look, thinking: as long as the eldest girl is happy.
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There are two updates.
Well, some girls said that I only add updates when I ask for tickets. In fact, I misunderstood. I never add updates when I ask for tickets... Adding without quality is meaningless.
At the beginning of the month, I promised to add updates. Recently, I finally saved all the manuscripts, so I added them.
It has been serialized for a year and a half, and I have never asked for a day off. Before July, the daily update was 7,8000 words, and after July, it was also 6,000 words a day, with occasional 10,000 updates. In terms of quality and stability, I will not lose to anyone in Xiaoxiang. As a part-time writer, I have done my best. Please also be considerate of each other. Thanks.