The fact that Xia Jianchang is not in Beijing does not mean that he does not know the situation in Beijing.

Several princes are adults. And Emperor Qingren didn't know what the reason was, and he never made a prince.

As soon as the kings are uncertain, the struggle between several princes will not stop for a day.

He has long had the ideological consciousness to be a pure minister. Since he is a pure minister, he will not stand by the side of any prince and become a sword in their hands.

After returning to Beijing. In order not to arouse the jealousy of Emperor Qingren, Xia Jianchang handed over the talisman as soon as he entered the palace.

Because of his such neat and neat actions, Emperor Qingren was very satisfied with him.

Xia Jianchang knew what Emperor Qingren was afraid of, and he would never step on the bottom line of this emperor who was a Ming monarch on the surface but was actually suspicious.

But there is one thing, he knows that Emperor Qingren also knows, and these adult princes know better.

Even if he doesn't have a military talisman, it doesn't affect his prestige in the army. After all, the 200,000 troops on the border did not obey him because of the talisman in his hand.

So seeing that Ming Yue was approaching and being so polite, Xia Jianchang's first reaction was to be vigilant.

There are no secrets within the palace walls, and he has one more word to the six princes today. Tomorrow may arouse the suspicion of Emperor Qingren.

"The sixth prince is polite. The old minister still has to go to the side hall, and he will be lost first-"

"The old marquis walks slowly." Ming Yue ignored his cold face and stepped forward: "Master Yiyan asked me to say hello to you." ”

"Master Yiyan?" When Xia Jianchang heard this name, he was stunned for a moment, looked up at Ming Yue, and his eyes became more and more suspicious: "Do you know Master Yiyan?" ”

"Yes, I met Master Yiyan by chance. He has been traveling and only returned to Beijing some time ago. Because something happened at that time, Master Yiyan knew that I had a little relationship with the Hou Mansion. So I once mentioned the old marquis. ”

Xia Jianchang's expression loosened a little, Master Yiyan is not that kind of charlatan. He is a real hidden master, if Master Yiyan will face him in front of Ming Yue, then at least it means that the young man in front of him, Master Yiyan does not hate it.

"It's been a long time since I've seen Master Yiyan."

"Lord Hou is dedicated to guarding the border pass and protecting the peace of the people of Dongzhao. Master Yiyan was very impressed. ”

Xia Jianchang looked at the sincerity in Ming Yue's eyes, and his tone softened by two points: "You just said that you have a relationship with the Hou Mansion?" How did I not know? ”

"That's right. Some time ago, Mrs. Hou went out in distress and happened to pass by. easily saved Mrs. Hou and the three girls of your mansion. ”

Ming Yue said frankly, but Xia Jianchang suddenly thought of what happened before.

This kind of life-saving grace cannot be faked. As long as he goes back, he will find out when he asks.

However, the other party proposed his kindness to the Hou Mansion at this time, and it was difficult to guarantee that he did not want to repay the favor and let him stand in line with the Hou Mansion.

Xia Jianchang's expression became a little more vigilant, but his face did not show anything, but only a look of gratitude: "His Royal Highness Sixth saved the old minister's daughter-in-law and granddaughter, and he has a great favor in the Hou Mansion." But I don't know, what does the Sixth Highness want the old minister to do in return? ”

"The old marquis doesn't have to be like this." Ming Yue smiled: "I save people just easily, and I don't expect anything in return." It's just—"

Ming Yue was halfway through his words, and suddenly saluted Xia Jianchang: "I once heard Miss Xia San mention that the old marquis is extraordinary. I was fortunate to be valued by Wei Zhuang and instructed in a few chess skills. So after hearing what the third girl said, I was very yearning, hoping to have the opportunity to talk to the old marquis. ”

Xia Jianchang's expression was a little weird: "Sister Tong said that my chess skills are extraordinary? ”