"Minister, see Her Royal Highness the Princess."

"Daduhu, you are the brother of your husband, and the family will not be courteous."

In the evening, Li Jiangyao came to the Horse Mansion. Li Xi was not surprised by his second visit.

Shen Lie and Li Jiangyao have a lifelong friendship, this matter is almost known to the whole dynasty, if you want to find out the reason why Shen Lie was convicted, it is not normal for him not to come to him.

Moreover, what happened in the court this morning, Li Xi has also known it clearly through the eyeliner in the palace, and Li Jiangyao brought the power of a great victory to ask himself, which is also the proper meaning.

However, Li Xi was not very flustered.

She has her three advantages, even if she is the commander of the Zhenjiang Army who swept through the Turks and fought invincible opponents all over the world, I am afraid that she is helpless.

First, Li Xi is the daughter of the first emperor and a dignified family, and she is firmly above Li Jiangyao in terms of status; Second, Li Xi is Murong Xue's wife, as a brother, Li Jiangyao is a little bit unreasonable, and he is suspected of overstepping his courtesy; Third, Li Xi is the sister of the king of Huaiyang, and in order to save her brother, she sued the culprit who instigated behind the scenes, which is justified.

To put it mildly, Li Xi is playing tricks and messing around on the spot, and Li Jiangyao can only obediently retreat.

After making up on this idea, Li Xi seemed very calm, and began to chat with Li Jiangyao about family life. Ask Xiahou Ninghan for a while, ask the ghost desert of Western Xinjiang for a while, in short, just idle and talk unhurriedly, waiting for Li Jiangyao to be anxious.

Unexpectedly, Li Jiangyao was more relaxed than her, just the raisins of Shanshanguo and the Hu Xuan dance of Qiuziguo, he was introduced for half an hour, as if he was really here to contact Princess Fenyang.

Li Xi felt strange in his heart, and even began to suspect that he had guessed the other party wrong.

However, just as she gradually relaxed her vigilance, Li Jiangyao suddenly asked a very special question: "Princess, do you believe in Buddhism?" ”

Li Xi's heart froze, and he shook his head vigilantly: "I don't believe it much." You know, the Li royal family is more reverent of Taoism. ”

Li Jiangyao heard that as soon as the other party came up and brought out the "Li Imperial Family" first, he knew that his surprise move had frightened Li Xi, so he smiled slightly and continued: "That's the minister's mistake." I thought that Jinghuini was really a friend of the princess, but it seems that she was lying to me. ”

Hearing this, Li Xi suddenly fell into an ice cave, and was stunned for a moment and didn't know how to answer.

In the afternoon, the Intelligence Department heard from the Xiangji Temple that there was a pending nun with the law name Jinghui who had been in contact with Li Xi alone. But it's a pity that Jinghui has left Xiangji Temple at this time, and there is no trace.

Li Jiangyao thought about it again and again, and decided to start with this mysterious nun, and first deceive Princess Fenyang.

Now just looking at the other party's reaction, it is not difficult to judge that this is the right path.

Li Jiangyao smiled freely, and then flickered: "Speaking of which, my subordinates are too rude and scared people to talk nonsense, and it is estimated that it is also to save their lives." ”

This nonsensical sentence immediately aroused Li Xi's thoughts: What? Did the Jinghui nun fall into the hands of Li Jiangyao? And torture is being extorted? Since she has already said that she is my friend, she will soon confide in more information.

Jinghui is different from others, she has a lot of secrets in her hands through the mysterious master behind her, once she can't stand the torture of the Zhenjiang Army and confesses, no matter how tough she is, she will have to be played to death by Li Jiangyao!

Thinking of this, Li Xi took a deep breath and said with a smile: "When Dadu Hu said this, the palace vaguely remembered it. You're talking about the little nun in the Xiangji Temple, right? A few days ago, when I went to the incense, I had a relationship. How? Did she break any law? ”

Li Jiangyao secretly observed Li Xi's expression, and said in a relaxed tone: "The criminal department is in charge of breaking the law, and it is not our turn to intervene in the Zhenjiang army." I'm only in charge of counterinsurgency! ”

He deliberately put the word "counterinsurgency" more heavily, which suddenly attracted Li Xi's attention.

Counterinsurgency? Don't...... Is Jinghui a rebel?

There are no more than two rebels in the whole world, either Huaiyang or Xuanjia. Looking at the words and deeds of that Jinghui nun, it is categorically impossible to be the old department of the eldest brother Li Jiong, and what Li Jiangyao is now dealing with all his strength happens to be Li Jiong, the pseudo-Jin king of Jiangnan.

In this way, Jinghui was sent by Li Jiong or Lao Jianhua to use him?

Li Xi couldn't help but secretly complain in his heart: The relationship with the Huaiyang rebels has not been cleared, and now he has inexplicably hooked up with the Jiangnan rebels, what kind of fate is this? Can't you even do it without losing your head?

Princess Fenyang's worries were entangled, how could she escape Li Jiangyao's eyes, he knew how to grasp the measure, and didn't want to push it too hard, so that it would backfire, so he suddenly got up and said: "It's getting late, so the minister won't bother." Finally, there is a heartfelt remark, I don't know if the princess can listen to it. ”

Li Xi was slightly stunned for a moment, and responded: "It's okay for most of the protectors to speak out, and this palace listens." ”

Li Jiangyao smiled, stared at Li Xi's eyes and said, "In the past, it doesn't matter what the princess has experienced, the important thing is that you are married to Murong Xue now." For Jiang Yao, Mrs. Murong must also be properly protected. Therefore, as long as the princess is willing to let go of the mustard in her heart and be honest with each other, I have my own way to protect you. But if the princess still thinks that we are not trustworthy, or even hostile to us, then things are simpler. ”

Speaking of this, Li Jiangyao's eyes suddenly flashed coldly, and he said word by word: "Those who have been enemies of the Zhenjiang Army, what will happen in the end?" Please think about it, princess. ”

After that, he waved his hand, turned around and left, leaving the dazed Li Xi alone in place.

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The next day, which coincided with the case of a pilgrimage holiday every ten years, the officials did not need to go to the court early, but only needed to go to the official office before the hour. Li Jiangyao was very happy, practiced a set of knife techniques in the courtyard, and was about to take a shower, and then have breakfast, when he suddenly heard the housekeeper of the Hu Mansion report that Princess Fenyang came to visit Daduhu.

The dignified royal lady took the initiative to ask to see, Li Jiangyao was suddenly secretly happy in his heart, knowing that last night's conversation had an effect, Li Xi thought about it all night, and now finally relaxed his mind and was ready to cooperate obediently.

Sure enough, as soon as Li Jiangyao saw Princess Fenyang in the living room of Hu Mansion, Li Xi immediately ordered all his subordinates to avoid it, and then solemnly gave him a blessing gift, and said, "Please brother, save me." ”

Most of the protectors were changed to elder brothers, and this change in title also reflected Li Xi's mentality at this time.

Li Jiangyao raised his hand and helped him, and said softly: "Princess, don't worry, if there is anything big, Jiang Yao will help you share it." Please sit down and speak slowly. ”

Li Xi nodded obediently, sat down in the chair next to him, and said: "Brother is a great hero of the Holy Tang Dynasty, his achievements are unparalleled, and he is even more righteous. In today's matter, only the elder brother is qualified to come to the rescue. This is not only for Li Xi, but also for her husband Murong Xue. ”

As soon as the other party came up, he flattered and praised him like this, which made Li Jiangyao even more sure that there was definitely something wrong with these seven princesses. He smiled faintly and said softly: "I want to help the princess, but the princess has to tell the truth first." ”

Li Xi hesitated for a moment, as if he had made up his mind, and said softly: "Can my brother promise me, I can't tell anyone about this, especially Murong Xue." ”

She paused slightly, and said with a choked voice: "I really want to be a long-term husband and wife with him, if the matter is revealed, with Murong Xue's temperament, I will definitely not be tolerated." ”

Li Jiangyao nodded in understanding: "If the princess is willing to make Shen Lie's matter completely clear, I can promise you to make up a reasonable statement afterwards to cover up your mistakes as much as possible." ”

Princess Fenyang got Li Jiangyao's promise, and immediately let go of half of her heart, so she told the whole story one by one, including her previous private correspondence with Li Jiong, and also told it without reservation.

Li Jiangyao listened very carefully, but he didn't feel particularly surprised. After Li Xi finished telling the ins and outs, he smiled and said, "Princess, princess, you are really confused, in order to make up for a mistake, you will cause a greater disaster." ”

Li Xiqiao's face was slightly red, and she responded in embarrassment: "What my brother taught me is that I am too confused, and I want to save my imperial brother too much." ”

Li Jiangyao waved his hand: "Your imperial brother covets the throne, and he has already gambled all his net worth and life, and you can never save it, and I don't care if you save it." In other words, even if Shen Lie was framed and instigated behind his back, the emperor would definitely not forgive his sin in the end. Don't forget, those innocent soldiers and civilians who died because of King Huaiyang, and the queen Liu Yanru who was defiled and killed. ”

Li Xi was slightly stunned, his eyes flashed with remorse, and he nodded silently.

Li Jiangyao sighed lightly and continued: "I already know your problem, and it is not difficult to solve it. Correspondence with the King of Huaiyang can be said to be the righteousness of brothers and sisters, which is the normal feeling of people, even if the emperor is displeased, it will not be blamed on you. He always has to take into account the dignity of the royal family, consider the feelings of the first emperor, and add the relationship between Murong Xue, and he will definitely be fine. ”

Li Xi bowed slightly: "My brother's decomposition made me suddenly realize. Alas, Li Xi was so confused before, that he couldn't stop worrying. Now that I've made a big mistake, what should Shen Changshi do? ”

Li Jiangyao thought for a moment and analyzed: "There are two paths. One is simple and straightforward, but it will be very bad for you. ”

Li Xibing was smart and immediately understood: "What my brother means is that I went to confess everything to the emperor, and confessed that I was coerced by a traitor and falsely accused and framed. In this way, Shen Changshi will naturally be able to clear his suspicions. ”

"That's why I said it's bad for you." Li Jiangyao said: "If you take the initiative to confess, Murong Xue will know about this matter thoroughly, and no one can guarantee what he will do to you after that." Another point, what you admit is only framing Shen Lie, but it can't completely prove that Shen Lie himself has no problems. This logic is an iron law for judging cases, and it cannot be bypassed. ”

Li Xi bowed slightly: "Understood." I framed Shen Changshi, which can only show that I am at fault in this matter, but it cannot be used to confirm his innocence. Unless...... Let's find out who is really behind it, right? ”