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He smiled, bowed respectfully to Shangguan Jinghao, and left quickly.
Shangguan Jinghao was very smart and he understood the cleverness of the plan. From the moment Zuo Bing avoided Zong Pu, he had guessed that Zong Pu's coming was not the emperor's intention. When he heard what Zong Pu said, he realized that it was true.
And the reason why Zuo Bing came this time was probably to confirm with his own eyes that Zong Pu was Shangguan Jinghong's man.
I don't know where Zuo Bing got the news.
It turns out that Zong Pu is Shangguan Jinghong's woman!
Shangguan Jinghong's ambition - this is even better. Once Zuo Bing reports it, the emperor will not let Shangguan Jinghong go. And there is one thing he should check. He has found evidence of suppressing Shangguan Jingchong's in-laws before. Without the financial support of the Xia family, even if Shangguan Jingchong wants to recruit troops and start a rebellion one day, it will be in vain.
However, when the evidence was submitted to the Dali Temple, a fire broke out in the temple, burning everything, and the case had to be withdrawn. The Xia family case was an urgent case, and his spies had reported that they saw Shangguan Jinghong rushing in and out of the Dali Temple.
Zong Pu was known for her ruthless character, and at the time people thought it was just a coincidence, but now it seems that this matter is closely related to Shangguan Jinghong.
The few months of education he received when he was young was not enough for him to repay the Xia family. Who knows what he will find if he follows the clues
He smiled softly, walked quickly into the cell, grabbed Shangguan Jinghong from the ground, and threw him fiercely against the wall. Shangguan Jinghong groaned, and his head slid off the wall, staining the wall with blood...
*
The next day, at night, at Prince Rui’s Palace.
For the first time, the hall door was closed.
In the middle of the hall, there was a coffin—it was brought back from the old house by Fang Ming and Jing Qing themselves. In the coffin, Qiao Chu's body was placed.
Lang Linling slowly glanced at the man and woman in front of her and laughed at herself. She never knew that Prince Ning and Zong Pu were both Shangguan Jinghong's men. But what's the use now
If Shangguan Jinghong is in danger, everyone is in danger.
At this time, Jing Ping looked at the two maids who stood by the coffin without saying a word all day long. The emperor had ordered that no one could leave the Rui Palace, and Qiao Chu's body could not be transported back to the north! He whispered, "Master Qiao's body cannot be placed here. Although there is ice in the coffin, the weather is hot and the ice is not strong enough, so it will rot. Jing Qing, you and I will carry the coffin to the ice cellar."
Jing Qing nodded dejectedly.
"We'll go too."
Shen Qingling sneered, "The person is dead, just burn the body. What time is it now? If it weren't for her, would your master end up in such a situation?"
Just to feel guilty towards Qiaochu, now—
She was thinking of Shangguan Jinghong, and she was filled with grief and indignation.
"Mr. Shen, have you said enough?"
Everyone was angry, but they didn't expect that Lang Linling was the first to scold. She pointed at Shen Qingling and said coldly: "She's dead, what else do you want? After all, she is my wife, you haven't even married yet, what qualifications do you have to say such nonsense here!"
Lang Linling said this and suddenly laughed. Although she was furious with Qiaochu on the day of the chess game, the paper letter inside the bowl of black and white pieces that Qiaochu sent her afterwards made it impossible for her to really hate this woman. She even thought that if they had not participated in the imperial concubine selection competition together that day, perhaps they could have been friends.
—Sister Lang, we are like these chess pieces, our fate is determined and we cannot help it. We can only let it go if there is no way to change it. You and I will work hard in the future. Although Qiaochu cannot agree to your persuasion that he sleeps with you, the agreement we made that day will be remembered by Qiaochu as long as he lives. If he really becomes the master in the future, the Lang family and you will be there. Unless you choose to leave, you will always be his queen. I'm sorry, this is the only thing I can do.
Shen Qingling was slightly startled. When she looked up, she saw that everyone had a cold expression and she couldn't utter a word for a while.
She looked at Zong Pu, but Zong Pu was staring at Qin Dongning who had been silent in the corner.
For a moment, the whole hall fell into a dead suffocation. This morning, the emperor issued an order that at dusk the next day, Shangguan Jinghong's arms would be removed and executed at the gate of the imperial city.
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However, no one can help now.
The emperor seemed to have a "better" understanding of Zong Pu's identity. In the morning court today, after sentencing Shangguan Jinghong, he said something:
"You are the highest criminal judge in the country. Remember to follow the law in everything you do. I hate forming cliques and pursuing private interests the most, especially those who are disloyal and unfilial."
It is not surprising that the emperor extended his lecture on certain matters and admonished his subjects to be self-disciplined, but the fact that these words came suddenly and the conclusion was even more surprising is intriguing.
When the court officials were suspicious, they began to suspect the relationship between Zong Pu and Prince Rui's Mansion.
Zong Pu's identity was suddenly and strangely leaked. Although the emperor did not say anything for the time being, many court officials at that time could clearly see the gloom in the emperor's eyes. Prince Ning was also present.
Zong Pu's future career would be in great danger, but that was fine, at least it was a matter for the future. But now the emperor had issued an order that before the eighth prince was executed, no one was allowed to enter the clan office.
That night, no one was shy anymore and they all gathered at Prince Rui's mansion to discuss rescue plans, but the situation was now extremely dire.
Finally, Lang Linling stood up suddenly and said, "I'll go back to the Lang family again!"
"Again? Oh, yes, it is said that the concubine has already gone to her parents' home once, and the prime minister refused to help. Would it be of any use if you go back again?"
Shen Qingling was filled with anger, and she let it all out with a low sneer. She knew that her husband would never help her!
"you!"
Lang Linling was furious. Just as she finished her words, she heard a crisp twitch in the air. Shen Qingling took several steps back and trembled slightly, but still stared at the beauty arrogantly and coldly.
The beauty held the long whip in her hand, her face extremely cold, and said word by word: "If you say another word, I will kill you."
Peilan stepped forward, patted the beauty's shoulder, and pulled her down slightly. Prince Ning glanced at Qingling and said coldly: "Qing'er, Concubine Lang also has good intentions!"
He waved his sleeves and said in a deep voice: "Now we are still rebelling inside, how can we save Lao Ba!"
Everyone stopped talking. Shen Qingling smiled and said, "If we want to save Jinghong, there is another way."
Everyone was startled, Zong Pu stood up and said, "Qing'er, tell me quickly."
Shen Qingling knew that the method was extremely dangerous. She had just thought of it and felt complicated. However, she was eager to save Shangguan Jinghong. She also wanted to let everyone know who could help Shangguan Jinghong. So she said, "Try to kidnap Jinghong during the execution. But even if Jinghong is rescued, he will never get away. The emperor will definitely lock the city and will find him sooner or later. So, at the same time, find someone to go to Jiangnan with me tonight to find my mother. Only she knows where Fangfei is now."
"Only if Fangfei asks personally will the emperor pardon Jinghong."
Everyone was surprised when they heard this.
Peilan cried out in amazement: "Fang Fei is still here? Isn't she dead?"
"It's just an announcement to the public. Shangguan Jinghao might not know that his mother is still alive. Fangfei and my mother are good friends. My mother once told me."
"You wonder why the emperor has been in love with Fangfei all his life, but he has never really gotten her. This is one thing. Think about how many brothers the emperor killed to ascend the throne. In his heart, the one he loves and pursues is a kind woman. After Buxie died, Fangfei told the emperor that although Buxie was unkind, she could not be unjust. Although Buxie was punished for his evil deeds, he died because of her, and his death was also miserable. So she and the emperor agreed not to see each other for fifteen years, and to go to Buddhist temples all over the world to pray for Buxie to atone for his sins. This is what my mother told me."
"Fang Fei still seems to be thinking about him. If we can ask Fang Fei to help, Jing Hong can be saved. As long as he stays healthy, he can plan for big things in the future! I have a good relationship with this cousin. If I ask her for help... maybe there will be some hope."
Although she intended to ask the emperor for permission to visit her mother in Jiangnan and get married that day, she did so to avoid being noticed. However, the emperor secretly asked her to tell her mother about Fang Fei, and he soon sent someone to bring Fang Fei into the palace.
He didn't want to wait any longer, and the fifteen-year agreement was almost up!
After hearing this, everyone was even more shocked.
No one can tell whether Fang Fei will save Shangguan Jinghong or not, or even worse, she may bite back. When it comes to praying, who can say for sure that they can see clearly the inside story
But this seems to be the only solution for now.
Prince Ning and Zong Pu were not the type to hesitate, and they quickly made up their minds. They nodded and said, "Then I'll trouble Qing'er."
Jing Ping and Jing Qing also bowed as a token of gratitude.
"Okay, I will rescue you even if I die tomorrow."
Suddenly, a low and hoarse voice came out with all its might. Everyone looked and saw Lao Tie staggering out from the inner hall. Fang Ming hurried over to help him.
Shen Qingling looked at Lang Linling calmly, "Why, does Concubine Lang agree?"
Lang Linling bit her lip and bent down slightly, "Excuse me."
"I will stay here to take charge of the situation. Zong Pu, you should follow me to Jiangnan immediately."
When Shen Qingling heard Zong Pu finish speaking, she looked at Dong Ning and said softly.
Zong Pu was stunned for a moment, then nodded.
The atmosphere became urgent at this time, and everyone began to discuss tomorrow's rescue plan. Peilan looked at Dong Ning, who had been silent, with some concern. Suddenly, a servant reported through the door that someone outside the mansion had delivered a secret letter.
Everyone was shocked again. A secret letter arriving at this time? !
Everyone retreated into the inner hall, and Fang Ming went out to receive the letter.
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When they read the letter, they were even more surprised. It said: If the King Rui cannot save himself this time, he will surely fail. The one who stabbed his mind was Concubine Qiao. How can we not investigate Concubine Qiao's death? How can we not be here for Concubine Qiao's seven days!
Who sent such a letter? Fang Ming asked the servant, and the servant only said that a servant gave it to the doorman.
However, although they didn't know who it was, Prince Ning, Zong Pu and Jing Ping immediately understood the mystery.
The original intention of the letter writer and Zong Pu was the same! They were at their wits' end, but if it was Shangguan Jinghong, he might not have thought of a way to get out of the predicament. It was just that he was immersed in his own world and forgot to survive.
When Zong Pu went to jail to persuade him, he focused all his attention on Shangguan Jinghong's life and death. Although that was the most urgent issue at the moment, it was wrong.
If what Zong Pu said is true, won't you avenge Qiaochu? Will you not send him off at the funeral home on the seventh day
Shangguan Jinghong may not fail to try his best to survive!
But now there is no way to enter the clan residence anymore.
What else does this letter do
Who is this person who gave this reminder
Now, the only thing that can work is Qingling's method—
The emperor sent thousands of imperial guards to guard the prison, and the clan prison could not be moved. They could only make plans on the way. They did not bother to investigate the source of the letter, and continued to discuss the prisoner rescue tomorrow.
"I agree with the proposal in this letter. We should try to enter the clan house instead of looking for Fangfei! From childhood to adulthood, I have heard Brother Jinghong say that he does not believe in Fangfei!"
As everyone leaned over and talked, Dong Ning, who had been silent all this time, suddenly spoke.
Everyone was silent for a moment, and King Ning sighed and said, "Xiaoyao, the key is that we can't get in."
"Dong Ning, it's already this time, why do you still care about Zong Pu and I going to Jiangnan together? You could have come along."
Shen Qingling shook her head and smiled. Dong Ning met her gaze and said softly, "Whoever you like to go with has nothing to do with me."
Zong Pu's heart sank suddenly. Qin Dongning looked like she really didn't care.
"Make your preparations. If I can't find a way to get into jail before noon tomorrow, then we'll follow your plan."
Shen Qingling immediately retorted, "There is no way to get in, why are you arguing over this?"
Dong Ning did not answer her, but smiled at everyone, said goodbye and left. Pei Lan could not stop herself.
Zong Pu followed him out quickly. He couldn't get away, so he told the coachman to hang Dong Ning. Shen Qingling felt a little depressed, but then he thought, okay, Dong Ning, let's wait and see tomorrow.
After a meal, the coachman came hurriedly to report that Qin Dongning had gone to Fan Rusu's residence.
Everyone was shocked. What was Qin Dongning going to Fan Rusu for at this moment? The rescue plan had been roughly drawn up. Although it was extremely risky, it was still not perfect. Zong Pu was furious and rushed to Fan's house.
*
Fan Mansion.
Dong Ning stared at Fan Rusu and whispered, "Zuo Bing, I'm looking for you, come out."
Fan Rusu was at a loss at first, with a puzzled look on her face, but then she suddenly smiled, "What's the matter, Qin Dongning?"
Dong Ning once heard that some people in the world have one or more people living inside their bodies. Sometimes they become the people living inside their bodies. It is a disease, and sometimes, it is a kind of... power.
When Fan Rusu was a left soldier, he was very skilled in martial arts. That day he was seriously injured and actually injured all the secret guards.
"That day, you helped me save Sister Qiao, and you knew my secret. It was you who revealed the matter between Zong Pu and my brother, wasn't it?"
Zuo Bing raised his eyebrows slightly, stared at her bitter eyes for a long time, and said with a smile: "Yes, he shouldn't bring up Fan Rusu's life experience."
Also, he had to protect the emperor's interests.
It was he who told the emperor.
Then the emperor also went to the clan house. Of course, the emperor was far away, but it was enough for the emperor to see Zong Pu go in.
He went in to further listen to the conversation between Zong Pu and Shangguan Jinghong.
"Are you looking for trouble with me?"
"No, I can't beat you."
Zuo Bing was startled. He had thought she would answer yes, but her tone of voice was funny but serious. He suddenly laughed, "Then what do you want to see me for?"
"You can report directly to the emperor. You... work for the emperor, right?"
Zuo Bing did not comment, but said calmly: "You can go."
Dong Ning shook her head and said with a smile, "I still remember Sister Qiao told me that day that she had no way out. Zuo Bing, now I have no way out either. I beg you, help me go in and take a look at Shangguan Jinghong."
"Qin Dongning, I'm not Fan Rusu, do you understand?"
"Please, I just want to go in and take a look at him." Dong Ning said, slowly kneeling down, "I will do my best to repay you. I can do anything I can for you."
Zuo Bing frowned, and a faint smile escaped from the corner of his mouth. He was born to love to laugh, so she thought he was a harmless person like Fan Rusu
He narrowed his eyes,