In the early morning of the next day, Li Xin hurriedly left Chang'an with the prince and the servants of the prince and the guards of the Pu Wang's tent and the family affairs. This goes south for nearly hundreds of miles, the post road is rugged and tortuous, that is, day and night, and it takes at least ten days to go back and forth. And Li Song, Li Ju's father and son are all injured, no matter how anxious they are, they will arrive in Chang'an in about 20 days.

Li Hui kept sending his brother and friend out of Anhuamen in the southwest of Chang'an City, and then rode back to Yankangfang, and by the way, he sent someone to invite Chen Guoyi from Shangzhou.

Yesterday, Wang Zixian only said his guess, and all the evidence came from the many suspicious traces he noticed. But these traces cannot yet be called evidence, and must be verified immediately to determine whether his guess is accurate. Since the suspect is from Shangzhou, of course, it should be handed over to the worried Shangzhou officials to find out by themselves. Thinking about it, in order to make meritorious contributions to the crime, they can't wait to find out about this matter as much as possible.

Hearing that the king of Xin'an County was invited, Chen Guoyi, who was planning to return to Shangzhou, hurriedly postponed the trip and came to the Puwang Mansion with a lot of Shangzhou Tuyi. Li Hui saw him in the study and smiled slightly: "We have met several times in Lingbeiyi, and we are not strangers to each other, why should Chen Guoyi be so polite?" ”

Chen Guoyi replied with a smile: "These earthen ceremonies can't be counted as a greeting gift, but an apology gift from He Duwei and a certain group to the king. It is all because of the unfavorable jurisdiction in Shangzhou, so that the traitors found a gap, and they dared to assassinate His Royal Highness King Pu. The mistakes caused by dereliction of duty have always made He Duwei and others feel ashamed and remorseful. Moreover, this is indeed just a Shangzhou Tuyi, not some too expensive gift. I only hope that the king can accept it, so that some people can feel a little better in their hearts. ”

Li Hui had to admit that whether it was Chen Guoyi in front of him or his Captain He Du, they were both rare talents. They are not from low backgrounds, they have both the frank side of the martial arts and the exquisite side of the family. Such a person, if he has enough ability, may be the governor of one side in the future. They may have been at fault this time, but they were not derelict in their duties, and he had no intention of angering them. Moreover, it is up to them to investigate the case carefully in the future, so it is natural that goodwill must be released to them.

"Since He Duwei and Chen Guoyi sincerely apologized, I accepted it. Actually, I think it's not the fault of the Folding House. If it must be said that it is a dereliction of duty, it is a dereliction of duty for the yamen who have issued and verified the office. ”

When Chen Guoyi heard this, he immediately showed gratitude; "The king is indeed kind-hearted."

Li Hui hooked the corners of his mouth, and changed his words: "It sounds like Chen Guoyi's official words are very authentic, could it be that he is from Chang'an?" When did you move to Shangzhou? ”

"A certain is not from Chang'an, but from Yongzhou." Chen Guoyi replied briskly, "My home is not far from Shangzhou, and I have been quite familiar with the customs of Shangzhou since I was a child. Later, by chance, he got the position of lieutenant of this Zhechong Mansion, and because of the examination class, he was evaluated on the top and succeeded to the lieutenant of Guoyi after moving to the right. Counting up, a certain has been in Shangzhou for nearly 20 years. ”

"It's not a short time." Li Hui said, "Have you ever heard of the Luo Nantian clan?" He couldn't even memorize the genealogy of the clan clearly, let alone the small clans in the "Chronicles of the Clan". When Wang Zixian mentioned this family, even Li Xin didn't know anything. Nowadays, only by asking the people of Shangzhou carefully can we get more information.

Chen Guoyi was slightly stunned and replied: "The Zhichong Mansion where a certain person is located is not responsible for the levy and defense of Luonan County. However, this person from the Luo Nantian clan has also dealt with him a few times. I heard that they are also a small clan on the "Chronicles of the Clan", but they have declined many years ago. Now the highest official in their family is just the county lieutenant of Luonan County. This kind of small family, most of them are arrogant and depressed, and they are not happy at all when they talk and do things! ”

"County lieutenant? I don't know what the county lieutenant is in charge of? Li Hui said lightly, "I heard that their family was inexplicably killed and injured a few days ago, and after they were hurriedly buried, there was a fuss about the escape of the family members of the tribe...... The piles and piles have become a joke in the family. Strangely, they tried to wash their reputation, but more gossip spread, and some claimed to have taken in the Hakka girls of the Tian family. Wouldn't it be strange that there would be rumors all over the world than that the government would investigate the death of the subordinate? ”

Chen Guoyi's eyes immediately burst into brilliance: "I have heard about this matter, but I haven't thought about it - the king heard Wang Langjun mention it?" Their families have always exchanged news with each other, held several banquets and drinks, and many private things spread everywhere! But what happened in their family, it is difficult for others to know!! ”

Li Hui didn't answer him clearly, but just smiled noncommittally: "After listening, what does Chen Guoyi think?" ”

Chen Guoyi pressed his excitement and excitement, patted his chest and promised: "Don't worry, the king!" Even if it is not under the jurisdiction, He Duwei and a certain will definitely find out the matter of the Luo Nantian clan clearly!! "The king of Xin'an County has already mentioned this point, if he doesn't accept this kindness, wouldn't he be stupid?

"Of course, there is no evidence, and they cannot be accused of doing anything." Li Hui continued, "If you think about it carefully, if those dead soldiers come all the way, the danger of exposure is too great, and it is inevitable that they will leave traces if they are not familiar with the place. Only the high-ranking official families of the recent state capitals can quietly let them sneak into the Qinling Mountains while raising them. It's not the Luo Nantian clan, maybe it could be the Zhang family, the Zhou family, and the Zhao family. ”

"Don't worry, the king will definitely find out thoroughly!" Chen Guoyi once again expressed his loyalty, "Yesterday, the three divisions also asked about some details of this case, and they did send a lot of imperial historians, divisions, and commentators to Shangzhou to investigate the case. However, when the time comes, the errand runners and those who are sent by them will still be the same! ”

Li Hui showed a satisfied smile and personally poured him a cup of tea: "If there is any news, just tell them." This is also your duty, so don't be embarrassed. However, at the same time, a copy must be made with me in passing. There is no need to hide the letters sent back and forth, just send the servants to the Puwang Mansion in Chang'an openly. ”

Since he met Chen Guoyi in broad daylight, it meant that Pu Wangfu would never stand idly by in this matter. Although Li Xin was not there and could not perform his duties as a supervisor, he did not mind letting the crown prince, the king of Yue, and the three divisions know the attitude of the Pu Wang family - after all, it was a matter of life and death, and it must not be ignored.

Chen Guoyi pushed it but drank the cup of tea: "A certain province can be saved." ”

After meeting Chen Guoyi, Li Hui went to the main courtyard to visit Li Tai again. Xu learned that his life was being targeted, and His Royal Highness King Pu felt slightly ill last night, and today he was sick in bed. Although after the imperial doctor came to see him, he only prescribed a prescription to calm his nerves and recuperate, which obviously means that he is fine. But he was still sick, weak, and had no appetite for even the meat snacks and other things he loved to eat on weekdays.

"Grandpa is better?" Li Hui sat on the edge of his bed, glanced at the untouched decoction next to him, and persuaded, "Grandpa still drank the medicinal soup, otherwise how can he be cured?" ”

"It's just a heart disease! What medicine to drink! Li Tai snorted, "This kind of bitter medicine soup is also used by those imperial doctors to deceive people!" Read a few more medical books, and I can also open ordinary soothing prescriptions! "How could a learned person like His Royal Highness King Pu not read medical books? It is also reasonable to be able to understand the prescription.

Li Hui no longer persuaded him to drink medicine, and said: "If you don't drink medicinal soup, you have to eat something." Otherwise, the spleen and stomach will be weak, and the disease will only become heavier. In this way, in a few days, Grandpa can only drink white porridge, and he can't get any meat and fish. ”

His Royal Highness King Pu was able to be as fat and strong as he is now, and his dietary preferences naturally contributed to it. If he is not allowed to eat meat, it is even more terrible than cutting meat with a soft knife. So, he bowed his head very reluctantly. Li Hui immediately instructed the cook to bring the prepared meal and personally serve him to eat.

After a short time, Li Tai, who had eaten and drunk enough, was already drowsy. Before going to sleep, he didn't forget to tell him: "Da Lang is not here, you will keep an eye on this reverse case!" Also, you are so filial in front of me, why don't you stretch out your hand in front of your grandmother?! Between grandparents and grandchildren, what is there to avoid? It's just feeding medicine and feeding! If it weren't for your grandmother rushing me every day...... I ......"

As he spoke, he fell asleep completely. Li Hui couldn't help but feel helpless: First, people who want to be filial in front of their grandmother are like carp crossing the river, just the elders have the crown princess, Princess Yue and several princesses and aunts, how can he squeeze in? To serve this kind of thing with his own hands, Pu Wangfu only needs his mother and sister-in-law to do their best. The second is that the grandmother is willing to accept the service of the grandfather, and the grandfather of his family, who is clothed and stretches out his hand to eat, will not do anything!

However, after having lunch alone, he rode into the palace and went to the Lizheng Palace to visit Empress Qin. At that time, Empress Qin was taking a nap, and several princesses and princesses were sitting outside, talking softly. Seeing him coming, the county lord of Changning's eyes lit up, and when he was about to catch up, he suddenly seemed to remember something, and hesitated slightly.

Li Hui just didn't see it, he still smiled at her, and greeted the elders again.

"You kid, didn't you stay in the house to take care of your grandfather? Why did you suddenly enter the palace? Yan was lightly disgusted, and in one sentence he lightly pointed out the illness of His Royal Highness King Pu, which can be regarded as explaining why Li Hui did not accompany their mother-in-law and daughter-in-law into the palace as usual this morning.

"Grandpa has already fallen asleep, and before going to bed, he worries about his grandmother, so he asks the child to come and visit." Li Hui replied.

"The third brother is actually sick?" Princess Qinghe was surprised, "Are you seriously ill?" ”

"You need to recuperate for a while. Aunt is relieved though. ”

Although King Xin'an didn't say anything, just a moment later, the news of Yu Yu's illness after His Royal Highness King Pu learned of the assassination spread throughout the Taiji Palace. The saint who felt sorry for his son, the prince and the king of Yue, who cared for his brother, immediately sent carts of gifts and medicinal materials to the Pu Wangfu. In the blink of an eye, the half-empty treasury of King Pu's Mansion was filled.

For a time, in the entire Chang'an City, the touching friendship between the royal father and son and brothers was known to everyone.