For a long time, Princess Suxi has occupied an important weight in the heart of the crown prince Liu Ju. Perhaps it can be said that she is his most important relative in this world besides Empress Wei.

The years in the palace, under the calm surface, hide countless turbulent waves. Their sister and brother have experienced ups and downs, and even life and death moments. The taste of this is far from being understood by outsiders.

Everyone in the world says that the prince is benevolent today, but a few people know what a sensitive heart is hidden under his forbearance!

The adult crown prince Liu Ju is not unaware of the emperor's growing indifference to his mother. He was deeply distressed by this, but he was helpless. And the emperor's dislike for him has become more and more obvious in recent years. If it weren't for the strong help behind him, I am afraid that he would have been difficult to survive in the several crises he has experienced.

But now, his best friend and most powerful support are no longer around. Weiyang was lonely, Chang'an was empty, and for the first time, he felt panic and helplessness in his heart.

The crown prince is no longer the child who ran to his mother to seek refuge when he encountered anything. He has his own strength, and he wants to spread his wings and resist the wind and rain of the outside world alone.

It's just that the murderous intent surging in his heart was stopped by a few henchmen. Whether it is Dongfang Shuo, Sima Xiangru, or Zhongjun, Yan An and others, they will never agree with the prince to use radical means to solve the problem.

"Your Highness! and calm your anger, and do not lose your proportions. His Majesty the Emperor is now out on patrol, and Chang'an must not have any trouble. Otherwise, it is likely to affect His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's ability to handle the affairs of the court in the emperor's mind! ”

Although Dongfang Shuo is extremely wise, in the current situation, he also doesn't understand why those people led by Shang Shuling Liu Quyak are so blatantly provocative. It stands to reason that even if Yuan Zhao and Wei Qing had accidents one after another, the prince is still the prince after all, and it is unwise to go against someone who is destined to inherit the throne in the near future. With Liu Quyak's cunning and cunning, it is really incomprehensible that he did this.

"These days, they have repeatedly deliberately made things difficult in the affairs of the imperial court, and that's it. I can tolerate some gossip about me. But I didn't expect that this time I would have to make an inch and intensify it. first sent people to disturb Changle Yuan under the pretext of disturbing Changle Yuan, and even raided the Marquis of Anguo's mansion last night...... If I can be indifferent to such a thing because of the prince, then I would rather not be this prince, and I will never be able to swallow this breath! ”

The crown prince Liu Ju was in a stirring mood. Since those bad news came not long ago, he has also visited Sister Suxi in Changle Houfu several times for various reasons. Every time he saw her look of happiness and longing, he couldn't tell what it was like in his heart. Although he understood that the people of the Hou Mansion had strictly blocked the news and prevented Princess Suxi and Su Lingzhi from knowing about Yuan Zhao, he knew very well that this was not a long-term solution after all. Sooner or later, Sister will know everything. Prince Liu Ju didn't dare to think about how sad she would be at that time!

Dongfang Shuo and Sima Xiangru shook their heads and sighed at each other. They fully understood the prince's feelings, and even more understood the resolute meaning of his words. But now is not the time to be immediate, and if you make a mistake in judgment and make any decision without fully understanding your opponent's ultimate goal, it is likely to cause irreparable consequences. By that time, it will be too late to regret it!

"His Royal Highness the Prince, no matter what, don't use swords and soldiers! Maybe someone is doing this on purpose, wanting to provoke His Highness and achieve some ulterior motives from it. Don't be careful! ”

Since Sima Xiangru came back from Changle Yuan, he personally sent people up and down the Wei River to investigate the ins and outs of that incident. It is certain that those so-called thieves have nothing to do with Changle Yuan at all. It's very difficult to just point out who is behind it. If the other party really wants to implicate the prince with the help of such a thing, then it is even more difficult to take it lightly.

Several other people had the same opinion as Dongfang Shuo and Sima Xiangru, and advised the prince to calm down and think about it in the long run. Liu Ju took a few deep breaths and barely suppressed his anger. When he looked up and saw Chang'an Ling Ren Kuan who was following behind, he asked a little anxiously.

"What is the relationship between that Lantian County Order and the Marquis of Zhongshan?"

"Back to His Royal Highness the Prince, Liu Quyak, Marquis of Zhongshan, is the uncle of Ling Jingxing in Lantian County. This time, they searched the Marquis of Anguo's mansion without authorization, and they were ordered by Liu Quyak. ”

Ren Kuan did not hide it. Now that this struggle is inevitable, he must provide the crown prince and everyone with the most accurate information, so as to make a clear judgment.

"There is no doubt that behind this is the old fox Liu Quyak who is supporting him! His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, ladies and gentlemen, I advocate that this time we must fight back fiercely, and we must not let the Yuanhou Mansion bear any trumped-up charges. The other party's purpose is not just to fight the Yuanhou forces. I'm afraid the direction they are pointing in is the prince! ”

Captain Si Li, who had not spoken, raised his head, and the light in his eyes flickered. After so many years of investigating and correcting evil, he is used to seeing the ghosts and ghosts in this world, and he understands more deeply than anyone else that in the struggle for power, there is no evil that cannot be done, only evil that cannot be imagined!

Although there have been speculations about this for a long time, Zhong Jun's blunt statement still made everyone here feel shocked. They all know very well who Liu Quyak is. As the highest-ranking court minister in the clan, the forces attached to him would be a very formidable force if they united.

Prince Liu Ju was in good spirits. That's exactly what he wanted to hear. The final army is a man who acts sharply and has never been afraid of the powerful. When Yuan Zhao was in Chang'an, he greatly appreciated him. When this time of crisis, it really showed its edge.

"Humph! The Marquis of Zhongshan relied on himself as an old minister of the clan, and he had long colluded with Dazongzheng and others to be friends with each other. They are probably thinking about how to make His Royal Highness the Crown Prince lose the trust of the emperor all the time. The motivation behind this can be imagined. ”

Ren Kuan immediately answered. He is also a resolute person, and he disapproves of the seriousness of Dongfang Shuo and others. The other party has already bared its fangs, if you don't immediately counterattack and take the initiative, do you have to sit back and wait!

"Indeed it is! They deliberately made things difficult in the court, not once or twice. I've decided that I'm not going to back down this time! Since Zhu Qing does not agree to use force, is there a good strategy for counterattack?"

The crown prince Liu Ju high-fived. The look on his face was more resolute than ever. Dongfang Shuo sighed slightly, he was not timid and retreated, but wondered why the anti-prince forces led by Liu Quyak suddenly became so fearless? This made him very uneasy. But since the princes are not willing to endure the current humiliation, as supporters of the princelings, they are of course obliged to offer advice.

"Your Highness, if the other party wants to use intrigues to achieve their goals, we must not let them do so. His Royal Highness, as the prince of the Han Empire, should be fair and honest and use upright means to see the moves. But tomorrow, at the Hanyuan Palace, the Lantian County Commander was summoned to come and ask the Marquis of Anguo about the Mansion in public. When the time comes, the ministers will naturally help by the side and get this matter to a conclusion. Let all subjects understand the merits of these conspiracy tricks...... His Royal Highness the Crown Prince should not have mercy on his subordinates, and no one has anything to say about whatever crime should be punished. Even if it is reported to the emperor, I believe that His Majesty will have his own judgment. ”

After listening to Dongfang Shuo's words, the prince's face showed joy. Several others nodded their heads. This is indeed the safest way to go. It was immediately decided, tomorrow Hanyuan Hall court meeting, everyone prepared in advance, and we must win this war that happened in the court is no less than sword fighting.

Soon after, Lantian Ling Jingxing, who was in Chang'an, received an order from the prince of Bowangyuan himself, saying that Chang'an ordered Ren Kuan to play Zhang Shen and he violated the laws of the Han Dynasty and entered Chang'an without authorization to search and arrest people. Let him go to the palace tomorrow and explain the situation in front of hundreds of civil and military officials.

Jing Xing looked at the tightly sealed Anguo Marquis Mansion behind him with cold eyes. He knew very well in his heart that a serious struggle that had begun around this Hou Mansion had officially kicked off from now on. As for who wins and who loses, he has no bottom in his heart. But as the vanguard of this war, whether he wants it or not, it is no longer avoidable. Tomorrow Hanyuan Palace, the biggest test for him, is coming.

Jing Xing instructed his subordinates not to slack off and continue to take care of the Marquis of Anguo's mansion. Then he went straight to the mansion of Liu Quyak, the Marquis of Zhongshan. When the big war comes, he must get the most powerful guarantee before he can fight hard.

As if he had already known that he would come, Liu Quyak waited for him calmly in the hall of the backyard. And to Jing Xing's surprise, there were many people present, and they all watched the young Lantian county magistrate walk in with different expressions. Then, the Great Han Shangshu ordered Liu Quyak to order all the irrelevant people to retreat, close the door of the hall, and keep a tight guard outside.

After listening to Jing Xing's order from the prince, Liu Quyak laughed slightly. He looked at Jing Xing, who was looking at the people around him with a puzzled face, and said mockingly.

"Our Royal Highness the Crown Prince is too arrogant! Does he really think that now or in the future, this Chang'an City is really his world? ”

"Tomorrow in the Hanyuan Palace, I'm afraid the prince will personally ask ...... If the prince's forces are not good, how should he answer if he does not know his humble position?"

Jing Xing lowered his head and asked with some concern. On such an occasion, of course, he could no longer casually reveal his special relationship with Liu Quyak. Liu Quyak patted him on the shoulder and motioned to sit down on the side.

"Answer whatever you want. What about the Prince? The human and material evidence is there, see what else they have to say. ”

"But...... If those things are carefully interrogated, I'm afraid they won't stand up to scrutiny! ”

"It doesn't matter. After tomorrow, even if all this incriminating evidence is unfounded, it will no longer matter...... Hehe! ”

Liu Quyak unfolded a secret letter in his hand in public, glanced at it again, and laughed incomprehensibly.