There are many restaurants in the capital, including high-end places such as Moyuan and Alum Tower, as well as restaurants such as Xinle Dian and Gaoyang Building, which have their own characteristics and are popular with gourmets.

Qin Zilong is a native of Guangling Mansion in Huaizhou, and was taken under Lu Tong many years ago, because of his cleverness and talent in martial arts, he gradually emerged together with Tan Zheng, Jiang Sheng, Qu Zhong and others, and was second only to Li Chengen in the younger generation of the Lu family.

Now that Tan Zheng and the others have their own responsibilities, Qin Zilong is particularly honored that he can be responsible for Lu Shen's safety, so he strives to do his best in all aspects of clothing, food, housing and transportation.

It's just that he didn't expect Lu Shen to be interested in an ordinary small restaurant.

When he walked into this empty small restaurant in the outer hall, and saw Lu Shen walking in without saying a word, and the shopkeeper also stepped forward to guide the way without any doubts, Qin Zilong woke up in his heart, and hurriedly arranged for his soldiers to be on guard outside the restaurant.

Lu Shen followed the shopkeeper through the patio to the back hall, where the windows are bright and bright, the furnishings are elegant and the atmosphere is quiet.

The warp weaver lifted Qin Zheng to greet him, and said with a smile: "I originally wanted to see you at the general office, but then I heard you say that you want to find a quiet place, this place should be very suitable." ”

"The Hou Yu case has ended, and it will be too noticeable for me to go to the general office of the warp weaving department."

Lu Shen responded with a smile, looked around and said, "Presumably this is also the industry of the Warp Weaving Division?" When I was in Guangling, I once met with the Su Jian School in a similar place. ”

"The household department does not allocate money to the warp weaving department, and His Majesty's treasury is not rich, so the sons and daughters below have to think of a way, so that they can still hold on to it all these years."

Qin Zheng's tone was calm, as if the experience of the past fourteen years was not worth mentioning, he pointed to the side and said, "Lu Hou, please take a seat." ”

When Lu Shen sat down, he looked at the young man standing at the bottom, and said with a smile: "Hou Yu's case can be successfully concluded, and Yang Cha has made great contributions, and I have never had the opportunity to thank you in person, so I really don't want to go." ”

This is not a polite remark.

Case investigation is not an area that Lu Shen is good at, not to mention that the files involved in Hou Yu's case are all old and old, if it weren't for Yang Jingxuan to help him take charge, plus the various evidence found by the Weaving Division, this case would not be so easy to ascertain.

Yang Jingxuan said humbly: "Master Hou praises falsely, the lower officials are just doing their duty. ”

In fact, Lu Shen just asked Qin Zheng to meet in private today, but he didn't expect him to bring Yang Jingxuan, and while guessing the deep meaning of this lifting adult's move, he chatted with Yang Jingxuan.

After the two of them finished greetings, Qin Zheng said: "Bringing my nephew today, the main thing is to say hello to you in advance, and I hope you can take care of it in the future." ”

Lu Shen became more and more puzzled.

Although his title and military position are far above Yang Jingxuan, the Warp Weaving Division is a yamen independent of the imperial court, and Yang Jingxuan has the protection of Qin Zheng's own uncle, when will it be his turn to take care of him?

Qin Zheng said unhurriedly: "Do you remember Ji Ximing? ”

Lu Shen nodded and said, "Naturally, I remember." ”

The superstructure of the Warp Weaving Division is relatively simple, the promotion is always in charge of the overall situation, and the two mentioners are Qin Zheng's deputies, and at the same time have the responsibility of supervising Qin Zheng for the Son of Heaven, Ji Ximing is one of the two mentioners, of course, he has been removed from his post after framing Lu Tong.

The Son of Heaven thought that he had no merit and hard work for more than ten years, and Lu Shen punched him to the point that his meridians were broken, so he did not exert the wrath of thunder.

Qin Zheng continued: "After Ji Ximing was deposed, there was a vacancy in the mention. A few days ago, His Majesty asked me for my opinion, and I recommended Su Yunqing, and His Majesty recognized him quite a lot, so he approved my proposal. ”

Su Yunqing?

Lu Shen suddenly remembered that when the Huaizhou West Route Army had just arrived outside Heluo City, he and Su Yunqing had a simple but profound secret conversation after arriving close to observe, and Su Yunqing calmly stated his position and attitude in that conversation.

If Su Yunqing can enter the high-level of the Warp Weaving Division and return to the capital, it will naturally be a good thing for Lu Shen.

He didn't show too obvious joy, and said with his chin bowed: "Su Jianxiao is dedicated to the country, and he does not lack ability and skill, this time he can be recommended by the promotion of the Lord and the respect of His Majesty, I think it can allow him to play a greater role." It's just that the Jiangbei secret spy has always been in the hands of the Soviet Inspection School, which is an extremely important position. If the Su inspection school returns to Beijing and is promoted to the point of promotion, I don't know who can take over the post of Huaizhou inspection school? ”

At this time, he saw the smile on Qin Zheng's face, and instantly understood: "I see, congratulations to Yang Inspector for his promotion to Huaizhou Inspection School." ”

Yang Jingxuan bowed his head and returned the salute.

Qin Zheng looked at this scene, and his mood was actually very complicated.

A few days ago, Yang Jingxuan took the initiative to mention that he wanted to go to the frontier, but Qin Zheng naturally didn't want to let go, after all, Yang Jingxuan's parents had long since died, and he didn't want this only nephew to die on the frontier as well. However, Yang Jingxuan's attitude was extremely resolute, not to mention the past when his parents died in the hands of Jing Ren, Qin Zheng could only agree in the end.

Suppressing the chaotic thoughts in his heart, Qin Zheng said gently: "He can't go to Jiangbei for the time being, after all, Su Yunqing needs time to prepare. Lu Hou, I don't know what's the important thing to meet me today? ”

Lu Shen hesitated for a moment and asked, "Lord Tiju, what does Your Majesty think of Hou Yu?" ”

Qin Zheng's eyes condensed slightly, and he quickly understood the deep meaning of his words, and muttered: "For the sake of Zuo Xiang and so many courtiers, Your Majesty will definitely not be sideways, as for whether Hou Yu can live well after arriving in Taiping Prefecture, it depends on how hard his life is." However, there are so many Zhijiao clans behind him, and I don't think it will make his life too miserable in Taiping Prefecture. ”

Lu Shen picked up the teacup in his hand, lifted the lid and took a sip, and said slowly: "During this time, I have a peculiar feeling, those high-ranking families are too honest, and their pace is quite consistent, it seems that someone is secretly connecting them. Yesterday I went to the western suburbs to bid farewell to Luo Jiujiu, and she said that she would not assassinate Hou Yu again, and then I suddenly thought that if Hou Yu died in exile, what would be the reaction in Beijing? ”

The two people in the hall reacted immediately.

Qin Zheng said in a deep voice: "You mean, someone will be unfavorable to Hou Yu? ”

Lu Shen bowed his head and said, "It's not impossible. After His Majesty's rectification and suppression during this period of time, the Jiangnan clan has obviously felt great pressure. If someone makes a fuss about Hou Yu's life and death, it is very likely to ruin the situation that His Majesty has worked so hard to maintain, and make the Great Qi court fall apart. ”

Qin Zheng pondered for a long time, looked at the young prince and asked, "Why don't you directly face Your Majesty?" ”

Lu Shen said calmly: "I can't hide it, I have too many things on my hands, and I can't be busy, and this is just my guess, and it is definitely not as good as your professional judgment." ”

Qin Zheng smiled and nodded, "It's very likely that Ling's speculation will come true, if Hou Yu dies on the way to exile, those gate lord clans may really become monolithic because of the fear of death." Thank you for the reminder, I will show your majesty, and then send more people to protect Hou Yu along the way. ”

At this moment, Yang Jing suddenly said, "Raise your lord, this may be an opportunity." ”

Qin Zheng and Lu Shen turned their heads to look, only to hear Yang Jingxuan continue: "We can set up a bureau, if someone really wants to murder Hou Yu, let him jump into the pit, and then we will find out the mastermind behind the scenes." In this way, His Majesty will be able to occupy the absolute name of righteousness, and there will be more reason to take back the authority in the hands of those people. ”

Lu Shen's eyes lit up slightly, and he praised: "Yang Cha is really smart, and he is deeper than I thought." My lord, I think this strategy is feasible, but it needs an experienced person to preside over the overall situation, and it can neither let Hou Yu really die on the road, nor scare those people into making a move. ”

Yang Jingxuan bowed and said: "Lord Luhou, raise the lord, the lower officials are not talented, and they are willing to go to the southwest." ”

Lu was silent.

Qin Zheng was silent for a while, looking at the bright eyes of this nephew, and said, "Okay, when I invite Your Majesty, you will take care of this matter." ”

Yang Jingxuan saluted again: "Thank you, sir." ”

Lu Shen looked at this seemingly thin young man, and felt the blood and sharpness that were quite rare in this capital from him, and couldn't help but secretly praise him.

If this person can prove his ability in this matter, it will also be a good choice to succeed Su Yunqing in the future.

……

Xiude Fang, Chen Wangfu.

Recently, the wind and waves in Beijing will definitely not blow this palace, but the mood of the eldest prince cannot calm down.

When he greeted Lu Shen in the northern suburbs, the eldest prince was full of smugness and calm, as if the position of the prince was within reach, so he showed his hand in front of Lu Shen on a whim, wanting to envelop the upstarts of the border army in this way.

The second prince invited Lu Shen to participate in the Moyuan Literary Conference in front of him, he didn't take this matter to heart at the time, but he gradually reacted afterwards.

It turns out that the reason why his father has not established the crown prince is that he likes the second guy!

"Fool, fuck off!"

Thinking of this, the eldest prince angrily threw the wine cup in his hand to the ground, raised his foot and kicked the waiter to the ground.

The waiter didn't dare to stay, so he endured the sharp pain in his waist and abdomen and got up and kowtowed to excuse himself, and then crawled out of the flower hall.

The eldest prince looked at the delicacies on the table, he had no appetite at all, and his face was extremely gloomy.

After a while, a middle-aged man walked into the flower hall, came to the front and saluted, "Your Highness is angry." ”

This man's name is Changsun Jun, and because he is eloquent and good at flattery, he is quite favored among the scribes around the eldest prince.

The eldest prince looked at him coldly, and said coldly, "What are you doing here?" ”

The eldest grandson Jun said unhurriedly: "The villain knows why His Highness is troubled, and he is willing to do his best to give advice for His Highness." ”

The eldest prince poured wine from the pot and sneered: "You really have a good way?" ”

Changsun Jun said calmly: "Your Highness, there is only one person in the capital who can change the mind of the Son of Heaven now, as long as His Highness can move this person, then a big thing can be done!" ”

The eldest prince suddenly changed color, his right hand involuntarily clenched the wine jug, and hurriedly asked, "Who has such ability?" ”

The eldest grandson Jun said word for word: "Shanyang Hou, Lu Shen!" ”

The eldest prince's mind was racing, and he gradually understood the power of Changsun Jun's method, and nodded: "Indeed, according to my father's attitude towards Lu Shen, if Lu Shen can stand on the side of this king, the situation is very likely to be reversed." However, as the prince of this king, it is taboo to have private contact with the generals who lead the troops, if the father and emperor know......"

Eldest Sun Jun said earnestly: "Your Highness, what time is it?" How can you be indecisive and hesitate? Didn't His Royal Highness remember that the second prince openly invited Lu Shen to the appointment? Now that he has walked in front, His Highness can't drag it out any longer, and the top priority is to invite Lu Shen to see him, envelop this person during the banquet, and then try to go further. ”

The eldest prince put down the wine jug, got up and paced for a long time, and finally said decisively: "You are right, this king just invited him to a banquet, and it is not an unsightly thing." Thinking about it, he has no reason to refuse, after all, he gave the second child this face, and he can't be prejudiced against this king. ”

The eldest grandson Jun said respectfully: "Your Highness is wise! ”

The eldest prince couldn't help but smile when he heard this, sweeping away the haze of these days.

Eldest Sun Jun lowered his eyebrows, and a trace of coldness quietly flashed in his eyes.

At sunset, in the Jianwang Mansion, which is not very far from King Chen's mansion, the three princes sat alone on the side of the wind pavilion, looking at a pool of clear water sparkling, holding a fishing rod in their hands.

A henchman walked quickly, leaned over to the third prince's side and said a word.

"This fish is stupid."

The third prince raised the fishing rod, and a mocking smile appeared on his lips.

(End of chapter)