How could the emperor be angry?

Yu Gong and Wei Ning Hou are the mainstays of the Great Yan Army, stationed at the border for several years, and have made great achievements. The meritorious man was assassinated, which was simply a slap in the face of the emperor.

Yu private, Weining Hou is the elder brother of Concubine Ji Xian and the uncle of King Qin. In the future, the king of Qin will be appointed as the prince, and the king of Qin will also be indispensable to be assisted by the Marquis of Weining.

No matter which identity it is, Wei Ninghou cannot afford to lose.

The emperor ordered the criminal department to solve the case within three days, find out the real culprit, and rescue Weininghou.

In the huge Bianliang City, who knows where this gang of murderers hid Weining Hou? In just three days, the time is too urgent Wang Shangshu of the Criminal Department secretly complained in his heart, but he didn't dare to hesitate at all, and responded loudly: "The minister's decree!" The minister must do his best to solve the case as soon as possible! ”

The emperor's anger did not subside, and he said coldly: "If you can't save Weining Hou with all your might, you don't have to do it." ”

Wang Shangshu resignedly agreed, and the wrinkles on his old face deepened.

Ji Ze, who was kneeling on the ground, opened his mouth and said: "The minister's father suffered this catastrophe, and the minister is worried in his heart, and he implores the emperor's favor and the minister to lead the guards to search Bianliang City." Even if it is heaven and earth, the minister must save his father! ”

As he spoke, he knocked his head a few times.

Everyone looked at Ji Ze's gaze with a subtle change.

I heard that Ji Ze and Wei Ninghou were at odds before, but now it seems that it is obviously a rumor! Wei Ninghou had an accident, and Ji Ze's son was obviously more anxious than anyone else.

The emperor's gaze was also gentle: "Quasi-play!" ”

Ji Ze thanked him for kowtowing gratefully. The moment he lowered his head, a sneer flashed in his eyes.

Take this opportunity. He can finally be released from house arrest and returned to office.

The assassination, which had been planned for more than a month, was perfect. Most of the dead men died. The rest were also killed by him, and the corpses were cleanly disposed of. The only thing the Criminal Department could find out was the clues that he deliberately ordered people to leave

The only thing to worry about is that Wei Ninghou does not know where to go. Last night, he led the guards to search all night, but he couldn't find Wei Ninghou's person or body.

However, according to the words confided by the dead soldier before he died, Wei Ninghou was seriously injured. There is no way to escape. Maybe he has fallen into the Bianhe River and fed the fish

The assassination of the Marquis of Weining was missing, and the kings of Wei and Chu were concerned on their faces, but they were secretly happy in their hearts.

If Wei Ninghou is dead. It was definitely an extremely powerful blow to King Qin. King Qin's power would also be greatly weakened, which was naturally good news for them. Even better, it didn't take the two of them to do anything.

The king of Chu went to Yanfu Palace and told Queen Ye the good news.

Empress Ye was very happy to hear it.

Concubine Ji Xian was favored in the palace. It's not just about the beauty. More importantly, the elder brother Wei Ninghou sat in the border pass and made great achievements. Now that Weininghou had an accident, Concubine Ji Xian didn't know how panicked she was.

When Concubine Ji Xian heard the news of her brother's assassination, she was shocked, angry and sad, and ran to the emperor's Chongzheng Palace and cried for a long time: "Your Majesty, the brother of the concubine has been guarding the border for so many years, and has made great contributions to the Dayan Dynasty. Now he has been assassinated by gangsters, and his whereabouts are unknown. The concubine's heart is like a knife."

Concubine Ji Xian wept sadly. It's poignant.

The emperor didn't feel good in his heart, and his kind words comforted Concubine Ji Xian: "Concubine, relax." Wei Ninghou is by no means short-lived. It must be hiding somewhere to recuperate, and there will be news soon. ”

Before Concubine Ji Xian's sobbing and choking cries stopped, Gonggong Zhao ran to report: "Your Majesty, the King of Shangshu of the Criminal Department asks to see you!" It is said that clues have been found in the assassination of Wei Ninghou, and they must report to the emperor. ”

The emperor perked up: "Announce quickly!" ”

It's only been half a day, and there are clues.

Concubine Ji Xian stopped crying, wiped her tears with a handkerchief, and pleaded: "Your Majesty, the concubine also wants to stay and hear the news of her brother." ”

It stands to reason that when the emperor is dealing with political affairs, the harem concubines should avoid danger and should not be present. However, when it comes to the safety of Wei Ninghou, Concubine Ji Xian's worries are inevitable.

In order to appease Concubine Ji Xian, the emperor agreed to Concubine Ji Xian's request: "It's okay, you can stay!" ”

Concubine Ji Xian also knew how to measure, and after thanking her, she obediently stood aside.

Wang Shangshu, who was over fifty years old, entered the Chongzheng Hall with a solemn face, and was about to salute, when the emperor waved his hand to avoid these cumbersome etiquette: "Wang Aiqing, it's only been half a day, what clues have you found?" Hurry up! ”

Wang Shangshu glanced at Concubine Ji Xian, his expression was a little hesitant, and he stopped talking.

Concubine Ji Xian felt a sigh in her heart.

Could it be that the body of my brother has been found?

The emperor obviously had the same guess, and his face sank: "What's wrong?" If you have anything to say, just say it directly, and do what you want to do. ”

Wang Shangshu gritted his teeth and said, "Your Majesty, you have indeed found an important clue. The corpses of the dead bodies were taken away, leaving no trace. However, when searching the body of Wei Ninghou's personal soldiers, it was found that one of the personal soldiers was holding a waist card in his hand. It seems to be left over from the previous grappling. ”

A chill flashed in the emperor's eyes: "Which mansion's waist card is it?" ”

Wang Shangshu lowered his head, not daring to look at the emperor's face: "It's the waist card of the Chu Palace!" ”

There was silence in the Chongzheng Hall for a moment.

The emperor's face suddenly became very ugly.

Concubine Ji Xian's whole body was shocked, and she fell to her knees on the ground, crying bitterly: "I ask the emperor to be the master of the concubine's brother!" The mournful cry echoed in the Chongzheng Hall for a long time.

The emperor was not in the mood to appease Concubine Ji Xian, so he simply ordered: "Come on, go and invite the King of Chu to come to the Chongzheng Palace." ”

Immediately, an attendant was ordered to retreat.

Wang Shangshu took the opportunity to present the waist card, and said respectfully: "The top priority is to find Wei Ninghou first." The minister retired first! ”

When the matter involves the prince, it becomes complicated. Obviously, the king of Chu has the ambition to win the position of prince, so he will attack the backbone of the Qin king's faction.

This waist card is related to the reputation of the king of Chu. It's a hot potato in your hand. The slippery and veteran Wang Shangshu refused to get involved in the dispute with the crown prince, and after presenting the waist card, he retreated in a slippery manner.

After a cup of tea. The king of Chu is here.

Time was in a hurry, and the king of Chu didn't figure out what was going on for a while, thinking that the emperor had specially summoned him to ask and encourage him. With a smile on his face, he stepped into the Chongzheng Palace.

King Chu soon couldn't laugh anymore!

With a "bang", a familiar waist card was thrown in front of him, accompanied by the emperor's cold questioning: "What's going on with this waist card?" ”

The King of Chu was stunned: "This is the waist card of the guards of the Chu Palace, how can my father have a piece here?" ”

The emperor laughed angrily: "The good things you have done yourself, you still have the face to ask me." Good. I'll tell you about it now, and see how you can tell. ”

"This waist card was found in the hand of Wei Ninghou's personal soldier. You explain it to me. Why did the waist card of the Chu Wangfu appear on the assassin? ”

The king of Chu was shocked and angry, but he never thought that this basin of dirty water would be splashed on him.

This is not the time to be shocked and angry, the most important thing is to dispel the emperor's suspicions first.

The king of Chu knelt down with a plop: "Father, please calm your anger." Erchen didn't know anything about this, someone must have secretly framed Erchen. Intended to assassinate Wei Ninghou. Blame the sons. Erchen has read the books of sages since childhood. He learned the way of Confucianism, and would never do such murderous things. Please also ask the emperor to see the emperor! Strictly ordered the Criminal Department to thoroughly investigate the matter and return the son's innocence. ”

As he spoke, he knelt down.

The emperor looked at the young son kneeling in front of him, and his anger in his heart did not subside, but he calmed down a lot: "Whether you are innocent or not, I can't make a conclusion yet." From today on, you will stay in Yeonfu Palace. Not allowed to return to the Chu Palace. I'll wait until the investigation of this matter is understood. ”

This is house arrest in disguise.

King Chu's heart was overflowing with unwillingness and resentment, but he didn't dare to reveal it on his face: "The son of the minister has the order." ”

Queen Ye didn't have time to be happy yet. I was shocked by this amazing news.

"Ah Yun! What's going on! Empress Ye had a pale face and held King Chu's hand tightly: "Why did your father put you under house arrest in the palace?" What the hell is going on? ”

King Chu's face was gloomy, and his eyes flashed with anger: "When the people from the Criminal Department were investigating, they found a waist card of the King of Chu's mansion. My father decided that I was secretly instigating someone to assassinate Wei Ninghou. ”

Empress Ye gasped and shook her body: "How is this possible." How could those assassins have the waist card of the Chu Wangfu in their hands. ”

In the eyes of outsiders, the King of Chu did have a reason to make a move against the Marquis of Weining. What's more, there is also a bright waist card as evidence.

This basin of sewage was splashed over, and it couldn't be washed clearly.

King Chu gritted his teeth hatefully: "I don't know which villain is secretly planning to harm me." Mother, I can't sit still, I have to find favorable evidence as soon as possible to clear my name. The father will definitely let people stare at our mother and son, and can only secretly order people to act. ”

Empress Ye knew that the situation was urgent, so she took a deep breath and said, "Don't worry, after so many years of business, I still have some manpower in my hands." This is quietly commanded. Don't do anything, stay in Yanfu Palace honestly. ”

……

King Wei had eyeliner in the palace, and the scene that happened in the Chongzheng Palace soon reached his ears.

This waist card appeared so wonderful!

King Wei was silent on the surface, but he was pleasantly surprised in his heart. Regardless of whether this matter was ordered by the King of Chu or framed by others, in short, as long as the Marquis of Wei Ning died, the King of Chu would betray it.

Originally, he was secretly planning to deal with the King of Chu, but he didn't expect that someone would take the lead.

King Wei thought for a while, summoned his subordinates, and ordered in a low voice: "Spread the news that the King of Chu secretly ordered someone to assassinate the Marquis of Weining, and let everyone know about it within one day." ”

Such a great opportunity, of course, should be taken advantage of.

With such a reputation, what face does the king of Chu have to compete for the position of the prince?

……

It was getting dark.

In the inner house of the Marquis of Weining, the cry of a baby was finally heard.

Ji Yu stayed up for a day and finally gave birth to a baby boy. The baby boy was in good health, as evidenced by the earth-shattering cry......

Ji Yu fainted with excessive exertion. Li Rui is not much better, his hands and feet are soft, and he almost has no strength to hold the child.

The hearts of the people were heavy, and they had no time to rejoice in the birth of the baby.

The people of the Li Mansion had already gotten the news and sent a few shrewd and capable housekeepers to pick them up and return to the house.

Hanyu cheered up and dealt with the Li family.

I waited all day, but I didn't wait for Ji Ze to return home, and I didn't wait for any good news. Everyone was very tired.

Zou glanced at Xu Jinyu and quietly pulled Xu Jinyu aside: "Jinniang, we have been here for a day, and we have done our best." It's time to go home, too. ”

As soon as Xiao Zou died, Zou also stopped moving. When encountering such a big event, it is impossible not to come and see. But you can't stay in the Weining Hou Mansion forever!

Xu Jinyu's concern about Wei Ninghou's life and death is far better than that of the Zou family, but he actually doesn't want to leave. But what Zou said also makes sense, Wei Ninghou has no news, what's the use of them staying here?

Xu Jinyu went to say goodbye to Hanyu, Ji Yu and others.

Ji Yu cried intermittently for a day, her voice was hoarse, and she nodded listlessly.

Hanyu's eyes were slightly red, her eyebrows showed tiredness, and her face was quite calm: "Jinniang, thank you for being here with me today." Otherwise, I was really panicked and didn't know what to do. ”

Xu Jinyu sighed lightly: "I can't help here, if there is any news of the Hou Ye, please ask Aunt Yu to send someone to tell me." ”

Hanyu nodded and agreed, and personally sent Xu Jinyu's mother and daughter out of the house.

As soon as Xu Jinyu stepped out of the Hou Mansion, he saw a group of people coming over on horseback.

The man in the lead had a handsome face, a tired and anxious face, and it was none other than Ji Ze.

Hanyu hurriedly greeted a few steps: "Shizi, does Master Hou have any news?" ”

Xu Jinyu looked over quietly, paying close attention to the change in Ji Ze's expression. I saw Ji Ze frowning, and responded in a hoarse voice: "I led people to search Bian Liangcheng, but I still haven't found my father." However, the background of the Assassins has some eyebrows. ”

Hanyu heard that Wei Ning Hou had no news, her pretty face turned white, and her voice trembled and obscure: "Who sent someone to assassinate Hou Ye?" ”

Ji Ze's eyes flashed, his face showed grief and indignation, and he said in a deep voice: "It's the King of Chu!" ”

In just three words, everyone was surprised.

"When the people of the Criminal Department searched the corpse, they found the waist card of the Chu Palace. When the emperor saw the waist card, he was furious and put the king of Chu under house arrest in the palace. Ji Ze looked sad and indignant: "The emperor Shengming will definitely return justice to the Marquis of Weining." ”

Ji Ze's performance is impeccable, and he is completely like a son who is angry about his father's assassination.

Xu Jinyu saw it in her eyes, but her heart was cold.

With Ji Ze's meanness and ruthlessness, it is impossible for him to be so anxious about Wei Ninghou's life and death. These distinctions are clearly deliberately shown for others to see.

It is the so-called desire to cover up. This matter was obviously planned by Ji Ze secretly, and then blamed the king of Chu!

…… (To be continued......)