In the twilight of the morning, when Qin Wan opened his eyes, he finally felt a little relieved.
Although Ning Yi committed suicide, the case was finally solved, so there is no need to worry about death after a long time.
Qin Wan was lazy for a while before getting up. After breakfast, Qin Wan took Bai Ying and went straight to the government office. She went to the government office today because of Taoist Zhang.
When he arrived at the government office, Zheng Baishi entered the court to close the case and make a statement. Only Zhan Yang was in the yamen. Although the case was closed, the official document had to be written in detail. Zheng Baishi's entry into the palace was just to tell everyone that the case had been solved.
Zhan Yang is not good at writing official documents, holding a pen, Zhan Yang's brows frowned into the word "Chuan".
Seeing Qin Wan coming, Zhan Yang put down his pen and came to salute, Qin Wan chuckled, "Zhan Butou, I wonder where Daoist Zhang is?"
Zhan Yang pointed to the direction of the classroom in the backyard, "It should still be in the room."
Qin Wan nodded, and glanced at the official documents on the table, "Yesterday, I heard Zhan Butou said that I was going to Fengqi Tower, what did I ask?"
Zhan Bu nodded his head, "I went there early in the morning, and told Ning Buyi to be friendly with Qingmei, saying that Ning Buyi really liked to hear her talk about the benefactors in the city when he came to her, but he didn't intentionally ask, Qing Mei regards him as a confidant, and also feels that these rich and noble people have done evil things and it is very unfair, so she uses it as an example of a wicked person and tells Ning not easy to listen to."
Qin Wan sighed, "Ning Buyi came to the capital alone, and then opened this dyed ink painting studio. When he became famous, he did such things. He has no relatives or reasons in Beijing, and he doesn't even have a most trusted servant..."
Zhan Yang frowned, "The princess thinks this is too weird?"
Qin Wan nodded, "Yes, I always feel that something is not quite right."
A person is born to be a human being, whether he is chasing fame and fortune, or being indifferent to his ambitions, he must always have a pursuit in his heart. Ning Buyi likes to paint. When he is in danger, he will change hands of the art gallery. It seems that he wants the art gallery to continue to be preserved. Looking at his daily behavior, he is not very paranoid and cruel. Although he is such a deep-minded evil person who is used to covering up, Qin Wan always finds it very strange when he thinks of Ning Buyi's performance last night. He is alone. Wandering into Beijing, without care, what is the purpose of setting up the dojo
Qin Wan sighed, "His Royal Highness has sent people to Huzhou to investigate Ning Buyi. When there is news there, we will know some cause and effect. The other person in Beijing is dead, so many details of this case will be lost. It's a pity."
Zhan Yang smiled wryly, "Yes, I have nowhere to start with this official document."
Qin Wan couldn't help with this, so after saying a few more words, he went to the classroom where Taoist Zhang lived.
It was already summer, and when Qin Wan entered the yard, Daoist Zhang was sitting under the eaves to enjoy the cool air. At this time, the sun had already risen in the hollow, and it was hot. Seeing Qin Wan coming in, Daoist Zhang stood up immediately.
"Meet the Princess—"
Zhang Daoshi was busy all day yesterday, and he didn't calculate the third position until the time of day at night. The case was solved last night, and he probably had a good night's sleep. He looked much better.
Qin Wan smiled slightly and said, "The case has been solved, Daoist Zhang has finally cleared his grievances."
Zhang Dongxuan laughed loudly when he heard the words, "Yes, although I regard this matter as a practice, the feeling of being wronged by others is really not very pleasant. Now the truth is finally revealed, and I have made it through."
Qin Wan said casually, "What is the Taoist priest's plan in the future?"
Zhang Dongxuan looked at Qin Wan and smiled slightly, "I still remember I told the princess before that after this matter is over, I will go outside for a walk. I have been in that prison for the past few years, and the old man's muscles and bones are weak Rusty."
Qin Wan continued, "What about after going outside?"
Zhang Dongxuan raised his eyes and glanced at Tianqiong, "This little old man hasn't figured it out yet, but the world is so big, there is always a place for a little old man." He said and looked at Qin Wan, "What suggestion does the princess have?"
Qin Wan smiled and said, "I don't know if Chang is interested in Chaotang?"
Zhang Dongxuan seemed to know what Qin Wan was going to say, his eyes rolled and he said, "Is the princess speaking for himself or for others?"
Zhang Dongxuan is very human, Qin Wan naturally understood that he understood what he meant, so he said with a clear smile, "Of course it's not for me, but I don't want to waste the talent of the Taoist priest, but since the Taoist priest likes to travel, I will definitely not force him Daoist, but if one day the Daoist wants to return to the vanity of the world, he will come to find me."
Zhang Dongxuan quickly cupped his hands, "The princess has saved the little old man's life, not to mention what the little old man thinks, if the princess has any orders, the little old man will follow."
Qin Wan waved his hand, "The Taoist priest is serious. It was just a matter of effort before. I just said it. If the Taoist priest has any ideas, please let me know."
Zhang Dongxuan nodded solemnly, and Qin Wan turned around to say goodbye. After taking two steps, Zhang Dongxuan said, "Hold on, princess."
Qin Wan turned around, and Zhang Dongxuan continued, "The princess's worries will definitely be resolved. There are many nobles around the princess, and His Royal Highness is an excellent choice." Then, Zhang Dongxuan smiled again, "That's The Princess must have seen it clearly, but recently His Royal Highness may be doomed, and the Princess and His Royal Highness have a very close relationship, so don't pay attention to reminding."
Qin Wan's complexion changed slightly, Zhang Dongxuan's two short sentences really had a profound meaning, "Master Daoist, what do you mean..."
But Zhang Dongxuan smiled mysteriously, "It's indescribable, the princess just remember what the little old man said." As he spoke, Zhang Dongxuan raised his eyes to the sunny sky, "Although this capital is a land of tigers and wolves, it can For His Royal Highness, it is best not to leave this place for the next half a year, and wait until the end of the calamity."
Qin Wan was full of questions, but Zhang Dongxuan could never explain everything thoroughly.
Qin Wan took a deep breath, then nodded, "Thank you, Daoist, I will remember."
Zhang Dongxuan nodded, without further words, Qin Wan turned around and walked away, his pace was much heavier than when he came.
Zhang Dongxuan saw the friendship between her and Yan Chi? The recent case of Shuoxi's military rations has made Yan Chi very worried. Yanchi said that if there is no news from Shuoxi, he will go to Shuoxi himself, but Zhang Dongxuan said that it is difficult for him to leave the capital within half a year. Well, Zhang Dongxuan didn't know about Shuoxi's rations, and he had no reason to lie to her.
Qin Wan's heart sinks more and more, which means that Yan Chi will not be able to leave the capital for half a year, and his doom may happen after he leaves the capital—
Yan Chi's temperament is one of a kind, and the matter is related to the Shuoxi Army, so he will never sit idly by. If the matter really comes to that point, how can she persuade Yan Chi
For your own safety, do you want to ignore the Shuoxi army
Qin Wan shook her head secretly, Yan Chi couldn't do such a thing, and she couldn't even say such a thing.
Back in the front hall again, it was a very hot day, but Qin Wan had a layer of cold sweat on his back. Zhan Yang saw that her expression was wrong, and said, "What's wrong with the Princess? What did Daoist Zhang say?"
Qin Wan regained her composure. The matter hadn't happened yet, so she couldn't let this mess her mind.
"It's nothing, I asked Daoist Zhang about his plans, and he said he was going to go out for a wandering."
Zhan Yang nodded, "It's been unfair to him these years. I wonder if the government can compensate him. We have to wait for the adults to come back from the palace."
Qin Wan gave a "hmm" and was about to say something more when a clerk walked in from outside.
"Captain, a girl came outside and said that she wanted to get Ning Buyi's body."
When Qin Wan heard this, his heart suddenly brightened, and he hurriedly said, "Invite that girl in quickly!"
Zhan Butou looked at Qin Wan suspiciously, and Qin Wan said, "I don't know if it's the person I'm thinking of. I saw Ning Buyi talking to a girl in the art gallery. That girl is the daughter of his uncle's family. I also had a verbal engagement with him before, but later his family fell into poverty, and this girl's parents wanted to marry her to someone else, when I saw this girl was being rejected by Ning Buyi."
Zhan Yang thought for a while, "I see, this is what he used to disguise himself as a victim last time."
Qin Wan nodded, just happened to be seen by her, and she also acted as a witness for Ning Buyi.
Soon, the girl who went to the Yamen was invited in. Qin Wan saw that it was really the young girl Qin Wan saw that day. She was led by the Yamen, her eyes were red, and she looked a little haggard.
When she came in and saw Qin Wan, she was slightly taken aback, obviously she remembered Qin Wan.
"This is Princess Yongci, and this is our head catcher Zhanyang."
The girl's eyes were startled, she didn't seem to expect Qin Wan's status to be so noble, she hurriedly saluted, "Yu Fangze pays respects to the princess, and the head catcher—"
Qin Wan took two steps forward, "You don't need to be too polite, Miss Yu, I remember you."
Yu Fangze smiled wryly, "Princess, the daughter of the people also remembers you."
Thinking of that day, Yu Fangze's eyes turned red again, Qin Wan stepped forward and took her hand to sit down, "You came to collect Mr. Ning's body? Then you know everything about him, right? "
Yu Fangze burst into tears instantly, "Princess, catch the head, I don't believe she would do such a thing, he must not have done it, is there something wrong with the government?"
Qin Wan and Zhan Yang looked at each other. Although there was disapproval in Zhan Yang's eyes, he couldn't say anything serious to Yu Fangze who was crying, so Qin Wan avoided the words first, "I I heard Mr. Ning talk about you that day, saying that you and him are childhood sweethearts?"
Yu Fangze was a little excited. In her impression, Ning Buyi would naturally not be a villain. It would be useless for Qin Wan to distinguish these things from her. She didn't answer Yu Fangze's question. Brought to a new question by her, she nodded with tears in her eyes, "Yes, we are family friends. His father used to be the Deputy Envoy of the Chief Secretary Yamen on the Huzhou River. It is also a very honorable thing to hold a position."
Qin Wan did not expect that Yu Fangze would come. Hearing what Yu Fangze said, Qin Wan knew that now is the best time to inquire about Ning Buyi's life experience, "But I heard Mr. Ning said that something happened to his family later."
When Yu Fangze talked about this, tears fell again, "It was eight years ago, in the summer of eight years ago, there was heavy rain in Huzhou, and the Minjiang River and Qinhe River in Huzhou were flooded, and then there were even more floods. Together with the Huzhou magistrate's Yamen to rescue the disaster, but for some reason, a corruption case happened. In the end, the Huzhou magistrate and Ning Shibo were convicted. Both of them were punished by beheading. When the incident happened, he He was still studying abroad, and when he came back, Ning Shibo's body was cold, and Aunt Ning couldn't afford it because of this incident, and died not long after."
"Originally, their clan was the light of the Ning clan, but after this incident, the clan members were afraid of being involved, so they drove out their orphans and widowed mothers, and his uncles ignored them. He felt that Uncle Shi was wronged. In the middle, he went to the prefect's yamen many times to appeal for grievances, and even went to the governor's yamen, but there was no result. Moreover, after he became a criminal minister, he could no longer obtain fame. Later, his aunt died of illness, and he left Huzhou in a fit of anger. I don't know the time after that. Where did he go? Three years ago, I heard that he had opened a painting studio in the capital. I wrote many letters to him, but there was no reply. I just met him when I arrived in the capital at the beginning of the year. I haven't seen him for seven years. Back then, Shibo and my father made a baby marriage, and I always regarded him as my future husband, but after that incident..."
Yu Fangze wept secretly, and Qin Wan's heart sank when he heard it, "When something like this happened, your parents also hoped that you would marry a good man, but it's a pity for your deep affection."
Yu Fangze shook his head and smiled bitterly, "I got news about him three years ago. I thought he would return to Huzhou, but he didn't. I entered the capital at the beginning of the year. After all, I didn't give up. I only went to look for him a few times. He also did it for me. ... My father and mother have arranged a marriage for me now, I shouldn't have... But I don't believe that he is what people say, and he is alone now, and I am afraid that there is not even a tomb when he passes away, so I want to take him well Burial."
Ning Yi committed a serious crime, and naturally there will be no good end for the condemned prisoners, the mass grave outside the city is the place to go, but now Yu Fangze came to collect the body, but it is not inconvenient.
Seeing that Qin Wan and Zhan Yang were silent, Yu Fangze said again, "Princess, Chief Zhan, did he really kill someone? How could it be? He liked to paint when he was young, and all his thoughts were devoted to painting. Uncle Shi didn't want him to be a prison student earlier, he was never as unruly as other officials' children, on weekdays, he would not even have the heart to trample ants to death..."
The more Yu Fangze talked, the more tears came. Qin Wan and Zhan Yang looked at each other, not knowing how to persuade them.
Ning Buyi in the past might really be as good as Yu Fangze said, but when the Ning family had an accident, Yu Fangze hadn't seen Ning Buyi in the seven years between them, seven years is enough for a person to change his temperament drastically.
"Miss Yu, don't be sad. This case has not been completely closed. Normally, the murderer's body should not be returned to his family, but... he is dead. If you are sincere, you can wait for the magistrate to come back and make an agreement."
Yu Fangze, a woman who has not left the court, can come to pick up Ning Buyi's body, which shows that she has great affection and righteousness for Ning Buyi. Qin Wan couldn't bear to refuse, and looked at Zhan Yang, Zhan Yang nodded and said, "Master Zheng should be back soon."
Yu Fangze took Qin Wan's hand, "Princess, did he really kill someone?"
Yu Fangze seemed to want to ask about the result, Qin Wan sighed and could only answer, "Yes, he admitted it himself."
Yu Fangze's complexion turned pale, and the corners of her lips were tightly pursed.
Qin Wan patted her on the shoulder twice, "He died of poison last night, and he intended to kill himself in fear of crime. Before he died, he personally admitted his crime, but we don't know many details about his departure. You Do you know if he has any trustworthy friends or old friends in Beijing?"
Yu Fangze shook his head with tears in his eyes, "I just entered Beijing at the beginning of the year, and every time I saw him, I only saw him for a moment. I don't know who his friends are. I only know that he has been running this art gallery for almost six years. There is nothing else I can do. knew."
Qin Wan nodded, and took out a handkerchief to Yu Fangze. Yu Fangze took the handkerchief and wiped away his tears. Then he felt a little rude. Of course, Qin Wan and Zhan Yang would not blame him. Qin Wan originally planned to leave, but seeing As for Yu Fangze, he stayed here for the time being, lest the yamen be full of men, which would be inconvenient for Yu Fangze.
Not long after Zheng Baishi came back from the palace, the case was solved, the emperor put away his earlier anger, and even praised Zheng Baishi a few words, so Zheng Baishi was in a good mood, seeing Yu Fangze crying and begging to take back Ning Buyi's body, it's okay There is no embarrassment, a few words are enough, Ning Buyi's personal connections need to be checked, but his body is just a skin, death is like a lamp going out, the Yamen will not hold on to it, even if it is thrown to a mass grave, it will not be released. It's just a formality.
Yu Fangze's wish came true, he thanked Qin Wan repeatedly, and then followed the Yamen to Yizhuang.
Watching Yu Fangze leave, Qin Wan sighed, Ning Buyi is not alone, at least Yu Fangze's heart towards him is very admirable.
After leaving the magistrate's yamen, Qin Wan went directly to Anyang Marquis Mansion.
Yue Ning went back so late last night, not to mention that Wei Qizhi was injured, and he didn't know the extent of his injury.
Qin Wan thought this way, but when he arrived at Anyang Hou's Mansion, he found that Wei Qizhi was actually in Anyang Hou's Mansion!
In the garden, Yue Ning said as soon as she saw Qin Wan, "You came just in time, he brought the painting."
Qin Guan was slightly surprised, and saw Wu Shu standing beside him holding several scrolls, Wei Qizhi said, "I have bought all the two paintings that the princess liked earlier, the princess has a look?"
Qin Wan was very surprised, she originally planned to buy it herself, "I wonder how much the two paintings cost in total?"
Wei Qizhi waved his hand, "This is my gratitude to the princess for treating the injury that day, so I will never ask for money from the princess. If the princess treats me as a friend, he will accept this painting."
Qin Wan frowned, and accepted Wei Qizhi's painting, which was impossible for her.
But Qin Wan is not in a hurry to argue with Wei Qizhi at this moment, "Then thank you first." Then he said, "Although your injury is not serious, you should stay in bed today, why did you come to Houfu gone?"
Wei Qizhi glanced at Yue Ning, "Isn't this here to apologize to the princess?"
Yue Ning narrowed her eyes when she heard the words, "How dare you say that?"
Wei Qizhi laughed, not afraid of Yue Ning's attack, "The situation was urgent last night, and I didn't know what to say, so I just said it according to our drama a few days ago. The princess must not be offended."
Yue Ning frowned, wanted to reprimand, but didn't know what to reprimand, last night was indeed an emergency, if Wei Qizhi did something wrong, his life would be on the line, so what else!
Wei Qizhi grinned when he saw Yue Ning's fiery but suppressed expression, took the scroll in Wu Shu's hand and said, "This painting is for the Princess, such a steed, if you want to come to the Princess' meeting like."
Yue Ning raised her eyebrows, "What's the reason?"
Wei Qizhi was sure that Yue Ning would like this, and said, "Of course it's to make amends."
Yue Ning pulled Qin Wan down the corridor, "No need! In that case, just don't talk nonsense in the future, I won't bother with you at the critical moment last night..."
Hearing Yue Ning's words, Qin Wan looked back, and saw Wei Qizhi still following carefully, Qin Wan said, "This painting is really good, and it's not very expensive..."
Wei Qizhi immediately said, "Yes, it's not expensive, the princess will accept it, lest I have trouble sleeping and eating."
Yue Ning frowned, but she didn't believe that Wei Qizhi would really have trouble sleeping and eating.
Seeing that Yue Ning was unmoved, Wei Qizhi said, "If the princess doesn't accept it, then I have no choice but to come to the door every day."
As soon as Yue Ning heard it, she suddenly felt her head was as big as a fight. In terms of thick skin, Wei Qizhi really didn't give in, so Yue Ning said helplessly, "Well, you stay here, and people can go. You can hurry up."
Wei Qizhi smiled and said, "Thank you Princess for your concern, the paintings have been delivered, so I will take my leave first, Princess Yongci, farewell."
Qin Wan nodded, and watched Wei Qizhi leave with Yue Ning.
As one of Wei Qi left, Yue Ning said angrily, "This Wei Qizhi is really getting more and more out of character, and his cheeks are getting thicker and thicker. He even dared to threaten me. If it wasn't for the fact that he was injured , I really want to beat him."
Qin Wan laughed when he heard it, and Yue Ning said, "What are you laughing at? Do you think I won't hit him?"
Qin Wan shook her head, "No, no, I was just thinking, if you really want to hit him, he might just stand there motionless and let her do it, so, if you want to hit him, hit him!"
Yue Ning blinked, hearing Qin Wan's words, her ears felt feverish for no reason.
Wei Qizhi looked like a big man, how could he let her beat him without moving
Qin Wan didn't want to joke about this too much, so he said, "Tomorrow I plan to visit the Queen Mother in the palace, do you want to go together?"
Yue Ning nodded casually, "Naturally."
"Okay then, I'll come find you when the time comes—"
The Anyang Marquis Mansion is closer to the imperial city, so she did not go too far to find Yue Ning.
Qin Wan stayed in the Anyang Hou's Mansion until the afternoon before returning to the Hou's Mansion. Early the next morning, he came to the Hou's Mansion early. Princess Taichang was lazy these days, so only Qin Wan and Yue Ning entered the palace.
Qin Wan has not been in the palace for many days because of the case, but when he arrived at Shoukang Palace today, the Queen Mother was full of joy.
"I know all about it. This case is also bizarre. Thanks to your help."
Qin Wan shook her head, "The empress dowager's words are biased. The magistrate and Zhan Butou are the main force, and I am just a helper. Oh, by the way, Yue Ning also helped in this matter!"
The queen mother hurriedly asked Yue Ning, and Yue Ning had no choice but to briefly explain the conspiracy between Qin Wan, her, and Wei Qizhi. The queen mother listened like an obedient script, knowing that Qin Wan had thought of such a scheme, but Wei Qizhi's life was on the line The first line was also injured, so he couldn't help being surprised, "You guys are too courageous, you are not afraid of making mistakes..."
But he said, "Hey, only you young people can do these thrilling things, I'm already old..."
There was regret in the words, if the queen mother was young, she might have to make trouble with Qin Wan and the others.
Just as he was talking, His Highness Ninth Prince Yan Sui staggered in from the outside, saw Qin Wan and came forward and asked, "How is my bird?"
When asked such a question, Qin Wan immediately didn't know how to answer.
Yan Sui stared at Qin Wan eagerly, Qin Wan had no choice but to say, "Of course, I didn't eat or drink when I first went out, but I'm used to it now, and I can hear her chirping every morning. .”
Yan Sui's eyes lit up, "That's right."
Yue Ning said, "What does your Highness say is right?"
A smile appeared on Yan Sui's face, "It's right to take her out."
The queen mother laughed straight when she heard it, "Silly boy, a bird has memorized it for so many days. He heard Su Mama say that from time to time he would start talking about it—"
Just as she was talking, Chen Momo walked in from the outside and said, "Empress Dowager, the attendant from the fifth princess' side has come over and said that there is something urgent to see you—"
The Queen Mother frowned, and hurriedly said, "Let her in quickly."
Nanny Chen went out, and soon a servant girl came in. The maidservant's eyes were red, and she knelt down when she saw the queen mother, "My queen mother, please, please go and save our princess. His Highness was killed."
The Empress Dowager's complexion changed, and Qin Wan and Yue Ning also subconsciously looked at each other!
The queen loves the princess the most, how could she beat her to death? !
The Empress Dowager stood up. Although the servant girl's words sounded unbelievable, if it wasn't a big deal, why would she ask her to come here! The Empress Dowager immediately ordered Nanny Chen, "Show me, show me where the fifth princess—"
The fifth princess lived in Jingning Palace, north of Kunning Palace. The Queen Mother was going to Jingning Palace. Yue Ning and Qin Wan looked at each other, wondering whether they should follow. The Queen Mother said, "Just wait here. Don't know what it is."
I don't know what's going on, they just rushed over, I'm afraid it's inappropriate.
Qin Wan nodded, and stayed with Yue Ning in the Shoukang Palace. When the Queen Mother left, Yue Ning said in a low voice, "The envoys of the Northern Wei Dynasty have been away for several days. Before they left, they made a marriage alliance. The queen said that the fifth princess agreed But now that it’s out, I’m afraid that the fifth princess didn’t really agree to it at the time, and now she’s probably going back on her word.”
Tuoba Wu and the others left after delays and delays. They were about to leave a long time ago, but the fifth princess refused to marry to the Northern Wei Dynasty, but the queen was very optimistic about the marriage. The fifth princess changed her mind.
Qin Wan sighed, "Married to the Northern Wei Dynasty to be the queen of a country. Although honorable, it is too far away from home."
Yue Ning nodded, "That's right, once you go to the Northern Wei Dynasty, you probably won't be able to return to your mother clan for the rest of your life."
The two of Qin Wan were bored, and in a blink of an eye, Yan Sui was writing and drawing on the table again. Qin Wan's heart moved, and he hurriedly went to see what he was writing. Write a king character.
Yan Sui is used to writing and drawing, and he even drew a very weird portrait that day. Qin Wan has always been very interested in this, but he did not get any definite clues when he visited the Weishan hunting ground. Now, Yan Sui He actually wrote the word Wang.
"Why did His Royal Highness write this word?"
Yan Sui raised his head and looked at Qin Wan, "Mother Concubine."
Yan Sui is withdrawn, sometimes he can say a whole sentence, but sometimes he can't say a whole sentence, for example, now, he only said these two words, Qin Wan didn't know what she meant at all.
"Did Concubine Jin teach you?"
Yan Sui shook his head, then lowered his head again, Qin Wan became anxious, "What did Empress Jinfei tell you?"
Yan Sui said nothing, and didn't even look at Qin Wan.
Qin Wan wanted to ask again, but Yue Ning looked outside vigilantly and said, "Why are you asking these questions? Don't you know this is taboo?"
When Yue Ning said this, Yan Sui seemed to understand, and stopped writing, turned around and ran out.
Qin Wan was in a hurry, Yue Ning looked at her suspiciously, "What's the matter with you? You can't speak for Concubine Jin in the palace."
Qin Wan could only smile wryly, "Don't worry, I know."
Qin Wan didn't dare to show his thoughts, but although Yan Sui was close to her, he still didn't seem to have opened his heart. On the day when Concubine Jin was killed, Yan Sui was the first to arrive at the scene, and it was very likely that he saw something. important clue.
Qin Wan didn't ask any more questions, and soon, the Queen Mother returned to Shoukang Palace with an angry face, and Qin Wan and Yue Ning rushed to greet her.
As soon as she was seated, the queen mother sighed, "What a crime! The queen loves Zhen'er the most, but this time she has made a fool of herself..."
Nanny Chen followed, and hurriedly said, "Da Zhou has formed a marriage alliance with the Northern Wei Dynasty, and we will wait for the Tianjian to set a date."
The queen mother sighed for a long time, waved her hands and said, "Forget it, I won't keep you guys anymore, I'm a little dizzy, I have to lie down for a while." She said, "Look at the movement of Jingning Palace. "
Seeing this, Qin Wan and Yue Ning had no choice but to leave first. Mother Chen sent them out. Yue Ning couldn't help asking, "Mother Chen, what's going on?"
Nanny Chen took Yue Ning and Qin Wan as her own, and said, "Forget it, if the slaves don't say anything, I'm afraid there will be rumors in two days that the princess doesn't want to marry to the Northern Wei Dynasty. Not only that, the county The Lord also said that he has someone he likes."
Yue Ning also said this, Qin Wan continued to look at Chen Nanny, Chen Nanny smiled bitterly, "The princess said that she fell in love with Zhao Yu, the deputy commander of the imperial guards, and said that she was absolutely devoted to Commander Zhao, and she would not marry unless he was the only one. When the slaves and the queen mother passed by, the queen beat the fifth princess with a whip. The fifth princess kept saying that she would rather die than marry. I'm afraid I'm calling Vice Commander Zhao for questioning."
Zhao Yu! Yan Zhen actually fell in love with Zhao Yu—
Qin Wan didn't expect that Yue Ning was not familiar with Zhao Yu, but the imperial guards were in charge of guarding the palace, so he could see the princess often, so it was not impossible.
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In Kunning Palace, Empress Zhao Shuhua sat on the main seat with a cold face.
Not far from her, Zhao Yu was kneeling on the ground dripping with cold sweat.
Zhao Shuhua's cold eyes narrowed, like a sharp knife hanging over Zhao Yu's head, "When did the princess start sending you things?"
Zhao Yu was sweating profusely, "Yes... after my subordinates helped the princess find the white fox."
Zhao Shuhua's eyes suddenly flashed a bright light. This incident happened in the Weishan hunting ground. At that time, she also knew that Yan Zhen was very sad when she lost the little fox, and she cried in her arms. Later, the little fox was found. Only then did she become happy. At that time, it was Zhao Yu who found the little fox. Afterwards, Zhao Shuhua gave Zhao Yu a reward. For Zhao Yu, this was also his job. Zhao Shuhua thought that the incident had long since passed. Unexpectedly, it was only today that I learned that Yan Zhen had developed a crush on Zhao Yu from then on. Not only that, Yan Zhen also sent gifts to Zhao Yu many times.
Yan Zhen grew up held in the palm of Zhao Shuhua's hand. She never thought that her daughter would be so against her one day. She looked at her palm, and it seemed that there were still marks of holding the whip tightly. She had never treated Yan Zhen since childhood. Zhen had gone too far, but today, she beat Yan Zhen with a whip, it was her negligence! She put too much thought on Yan Che, thinking that Yan Zhen was carefree and had nothing else to worry about.
But she forgot that Yan Zhen is getting older, and at this age, it is the time when the spring heart sprouts, especially Yan Zhen is ignorant of world affairs, Zhao Yu is just a young talent, and even brought back her most precious little fox, how could she Will not give birth to the meaning of liking
Zhao Shuhua really hated it, "The fifth princess is the jewel in the palm of the palace and the emperor, she has a noble status, and you dare to accept the things she gave you over and over again?!"
Zhao Yu lowered his head, not daring to look back at Zhao Shuhua.
"Empress Qi, my subordinate... this subordinate once told the princess not to do this, but the princess didn't listen. She said... she said that she was grateful to her subordinate for saving the little fox, so it should be done. This subordinate once thought about whether to Tell His Highness the Crown Prince, but for such a trivial matter, the subordinate was afraid that His Highness the Crown Prince would misunderstand, so he did not say—”
"Is this a trivial matter?! The princess made you a sachet with her own hands. Do you think it is a trivial matter?!"
Zhao Shuhua was angry and distressed, she was angry with Zhao Yu so lightly, and her distress for Yan Zhen was probably the wrong person.
Zhao Yu hurriedly said, "It's inappropriate for me to report to the empress, but... But this is a gift from the princess, and I dare not refuse it. Besides, Your Highness is lively and innocent, and I can't bear to refuse."
Zhao Shuhua narrowed her eyes, "You can't bear to refuse?!"
Zhao Yu swallowed with difficulty, Yan Zhen was lively and naive, but she was a bit savage, he refused, and she acted like a princess. Couldn't bear it, and even felt the heartbeat after realizing the princess's heart. He is a son of a family, and it is not impossible to be with the princess. He loves Yan Zhen's innocence and ignorance of the world. It's not too late to propose a promotion.
And although Yan Zhen showed her kindness several times, she didn't say anything to show her heart, so he silently accepted Yan Zhen's kindness, thinking about it and seeing, if Yan Zhen's intentions were true, it would not be too late for him to plan for the future.
Unexpectedly, it took just over a month for the incident to happen.
Zhao Yu pursed his lips and straightened his back, "Yes, this subordinate feels that the princess is innocent and sincere to everyone and everything, so this subordinate dare not and cannot bear to refuse."
Zhao Shuhua sneered, "Then do you know that this is a private gift and acceptance, if others know, will the princess' reputation be lost?!"
Zhao Yu hurriedly said, "If others find out, this subordinate will definitely take responsibility, and this subordinate will marry the princess with all sincerity!"
Zhao Shuhua sneered even worse, "You want to marry my Zhen'er? It's up to you?!"
Zhao Yu seemed to be slapped by someone, but Yan Zhen was a high-ranking princess, so he didn't dare to say anything more, but said, "I know that I am not good enough for Her Majesty, but Her Majesty is still young. His Highness thinks highly of his subordinates, and his subordinates must be loyal to the Emperor for His Highness the Princess, and strive to marry the Princess in a fair and just manner one day!"
Although Zhao Shuhua looked fierce, she also wanted to see Zhao Yu's thoughts. After hearing Zhao Yu's words, she knew that Zhao Yu was not a coward, so she finally said a few pleasant words.
If there was no Northern Wei Dynasty, a young talent like Zhao Yu could be called a son-in-law, but...
The intolerance and pity in Zhao Shuhua's heart disappeared in a flash. She said coldly, "Do you know about the Northern Wei Dynasty asking for a princess? Although you are not of low birth, how can you compare with the Northern Wei Prince?"
Zhao Yu could only feel the bitterness in his throat. The Northern Wei Dynasty, the Northern Wei Dynasty was cold all year round, the princess must not be used to it, not to mention how lonely the princess must be without these familiar relatives? When the news of the prince's proposal for marriage in the Northern Wei Dynasty came out, the subordinates knew it, but they thought that the empress And His Majesty loves Her Highness the Princess very much, and the marriage will definitely follow the Princess' wishes, so, my subordinates have never worried... "
Hearing this, Zhao Shuhua's eyes grew cold again, "I've never been worried? Are you going to use Bengong's love for Zhen'er to threaten and persecute Bengong?! If Bengong doesn't follow Zhen'er's wishes , doting on her is fake?"
Zhao Yu hurriedly lowered his head, "I don't dare! Not only my subordinates, but everyone in Dazhou will think so." After saying that, Zhao Yu raised his head, "Empress Empress, Your Highness the Princess would never marry someone who went to the Northern Wei Dynasty. Please… "
Zhao Yu wanted to ask Zhao Shuhua not to force Yan Zhen, but how could he have the qualifications? !
Seeing Zhao Yu's pained face, Zhao Shuhua's heart still felt a bit rippling, Yan Zhen resisted so much this time, if Zhao Yu was still calm, then she might kill Zhao Yu!
Yan Zhen is her favorite child, she wants Yan Zhen to be happy for the rest of her life, but after all, her thinking is too simple, and Yan Zhen, how can she understand her thoughts
It's okay, I hate her now, but one day, she will understand the painstaking efforts of being a mother.
"Your family, you are the only official in the court now, right?"
Zhao Shuhua spoke suddenly, but started another topic. Zhao Yu raised his head, "Yes..."
He was clearly talking about his relationship with the princess, why did he ask this
When Zhao Yu thought of his family, he couldn't help but feel a little nervous. The Zhao family can be regarded as an aristocratic family. Although it is not the same Zhao family as the queen's Zhao, it is also a big clan. One person supported the door, the queen suddenly mentioned this, this is to...
Zhao Shuhua said coldly, "It is imperative for the princess to marry to the Northern Wei Dynasty. If you are obedient, I will not move your seat. If you insist on going against me, I promise that you and your family will be married soon." Disappeared in the capital."
Zhao Yu's back stiffened, and the blood on his face faded instantly.
Although he is a son of a noble family, it is not easy for him to be today at such a young age. He is the youngest deputy commander of the imperial guards. He has a great future and is deeply appreciated by the emperor. A promotion means the consolidation of the country, and it may not necessarily be possible for the family to be able to compete with the government of the three major kingdoms and the residence of the general of the auxiliary country.
It would be fine if he was alone, but with the hopes of nearly a hundred people in the whole family on his shoulders, would he become an enemy of the queen just because of this? He knew that in front of the queen, he had no chance of fighting back at all.
Zhao Yu's throat tightened. He was able to achieve today, so he naturally had a plan and vision. In this matter, he had only one choice.
However, thinking of Yan Zhen's eyes full of smiles every time she gave him a gift, he felt a pain in his throat. Speaking of which, he and she hadn't reached the point of exchanging their hearts, but in the past twenty years , He has never received sachets from other women.
How to choose is clear at a glance, but Zhao Yu feels that he can't say it, as if once he says it, his whole life will be shrouded in the shadow of these words, and he will not be able to enjoy all the glory and honor in the future with peace of mind.
Seeing Zhao Yu poking his neck in silence, Zhao Shuhua said, "If you agree to my request, the future commander of the imperial guards will definitely be yours. Shame!"
This condition is really too tempting. The commander of the imperial guards is the emperor's confidant and the commander of the palace guards. However, hereditary ancestor Yin can guarantee that his family will not decline within a few generations of hereditary.
Zhao Yu's back was tense, like a bowstring that was about to break. His eyes were silently staring at the floor in front of him. After a long time, he said in a hoarse voice, "I don't know... I don't know what the empress wants me to do."
As soon as these words came out, the corners of Zhao Shuhua's lips curled up into a sarcasm, Zhao Yu's tense back slowly relaxed, and his head drooped down. He was dejected, as if an invisible big hand was pressing down on his spine. bent.