Di Rong's guard glared at Awan, but due to Cao Hong's power, he retreated. After arriving at Jingzhao Yin Mansion, he couldn't wait to file a complaint.
Fortunately, Xie Yanping, the prefect, understands multiple languages, and the Di Rong guards clarified the cause and effect in the Di Rong language mixed with Dajing dialect.
Awan claimed that she had no intention of assassinating Princess Erya, refused to plead guilty, and told about the herbal medicine a few days ago. Although she spoke cryptically, Xie Yanping felt like a mirror and frowned when she heard it.
As far as he knew, Fang Zilan had indeed been sleeping recently. Although he didn't know the reason, if Awan's words were true, it was probably due to poisoning or illness. Come to think of it, this matter not only involves Di Rong's Princess Erya, but also involves the life and death of the Duke of Yue in Da Jing. It is no longer something that he, the governor of Jingzhao, can handle.
So he immediately imprisoned Awan and brought Cao Hong and Di Rong guards into the palace.
Originally, Awan wanted to minimize the big issue, so she suddenly had the wisdom to ask Cao Hong to escort her to Jingzhao Yin Mansion, but now it seems that she is going to make trouble in front of Li Shengxuan after all.
The people in the Ministry of Rites also quickly received the news. Wang Quanrui, the Minister of Finance, entered the palace together with Di Rong Zhengshi, and bumped into Cao Hong and Di Rong's guards.
Wang Quanrui was startled when he saw this, and blurted out: "General Cao, why don't you see Mr. Yin Xie of Jingzhao Mansion?"
Cao Hongshi said sincerely: "Master Xie said that he would inform His Majesty of the details of the matter first, and then listen to His Majesty's will whether he wants to be summoned."
Wang Quanrui's face was calm, but he was shocked in his heart. Logically speaking, the Jingzhao Yin Mansion should not take over this matter. However, Xie Yanping not only brought people into the palace, but also went to the palace alone to face the saint. Is there any hidden secret behind it?
The little medical girl in the Yue Kingdom's palace doesn't look like someone who would assassinate Princess Erya...
"Master Wang?" Commander Di Rong's voice brought back Wang Quanrui's thoughts. He smiled apologetically, "Master Xie, as a parent official in the capital, has always been meticulous and acted according to the regulations. No accommodations are allowed even in the slightest step. Please forgive me, Commander-in-Chief. Wait a moment."
This serious speech not only smoothed things over for Xie Yanping, but also blocked the way for Envoy Di Rong, making him think that this was indeed a normal process, so he said politely: "Master Wang, you are serious. This is Princess Erya who was rescued today. General, right? Thank you General for saving your life."
After he finished speaking, he bowed. Cao Hong was flattered and quickly waved his hand and said, "Just so that you don't have to do this."
Several people were outside the palace, but Xie Yanping inside the palace always maintained a salute posture, "Your Majesty, if what Miss Awan said is true, I'm afraid the Duke of Yue..." Before he could finish his words, he saw Li Shengxuan asking Xia Houzhang He winked.
"I will send someone to investigate this matter in detail. When you go back, take good care of Awan. Never happen again like Ouyang Zirou and Fang Zitong." Li Shengxuan ordered, Xie Yanping nodded and said, "I understand, Your Majesty, please rest assured .”
Li Shengxuan waved his hand to indicate that Xie Yanping could retreat, but he still stood where he was and said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, the Southeast Camp is about to be reorganized, and it coincides with the Di Rong delegation in Beijing. At this juncture, if something happens to the Duke of Yue, I'm afraid that Miluo people may not be able to keep their peace."
He paused as he spoke and said in a deep voice, "Do we need to strictly monitor Prince Zhongzheng's residence?"
"No need." Li Shengxuan said softly: "I have never done anything to threaten a child. The Miluo people can send Crown Prince Zhongzheng here, but I will not use Crown Prince Zhongzheng as a shield to interact with him. No matter what the neighbors are, Dajing has never fear."
Xie Yanping was stunned for a moment. This was the first time he felt the bloodiness and confidence of their emperor so directly. He had no doubt that one day, if there was a last resort, when everyone used the loyal prince as a shield to defend Miluo Xu, their emperor would have already protected the people of his family and country.
"I understand." Xie Yanping felt inexplicably relieved when he heard his own voice, as if a big stone suddenly fell from his chest, feeling indescribably relieved.
So Cao Hong, Wang Quanrui, Di Rong, and all the guards watched helplessly as Xie Yanping walked out with his head held high, and then invited them in without being humble or arrogant. Although they didn't understand what was going on, they quickly followed him in. .
After entering the palace, Li Shengxuan comforted Envoy Di Rong and said some polite words, and then dismissed them all, leaving only Cao Hong.
"Your Majesty..." Cao Hong hesitated, and Li Shengxuan got straight to the point: "Cao Hong, I want to order you to take charge of the Southwest Camp. What do you think?"
"Your Majesty is destined to die, but..." Cao Hong clenched his fists and simply knelt on one knee and said: "Your Majesty, the Duke of Yue also mentioned that if your Majesty is destined to die, I will agree to it. But I’m afraid that if I take over, Duke Yue will be criticized by others, so..."
He didn't continue, Li Shengxuan said clearly: "Has Fang Zilan mentioned this to you?"
"It is not what the Duke of Yue said personally, but someone told him." Cao Hong pursed his lips and added: "I have been very busy recently, and the Duke of Yue has no time to spare..."
The more he spoke, the lower his voice became. He seemed to be superfluous. Li Shengxuan felt his heart sinking. He had never seen Fang Zilan before, so something had probably happened to her.
"Cao Hong, you think Fang Zilan can't think of things you can think of?" Li Shengxuan's face remained calm, "The reason why she took the risk of being criticized was because she didn't want you to refuse. I'm afraid she had expected such a thing. It’s been a day.”
Cao Hong said in a daze: "Your Majesty means..."
"Reorganization of the Southeast Camp is a matter of time, but those who choose the leaders of the three camps must be cautious." Li Shengxuan's expression was dark and unclear, "The White Jade Tiger Talisman is an opportunity, but this is not a good time, but it is inevitable. hair."
Cao Hong was confused and only listened to Li Shengxuan continue talking to himself, "Fang Zilan trusts you, and so do I. It is enough to leave the southwest camp in your hands to keep the people safe. As for the talk in the court, , none of it matters.”
"Thanks to the trust of Your Majesty and the Duke of Yue, even if Cao Hong is shattered to pieces, he will still protect the southwest." Cao Hong kowtowed solemnly, and Li Shengxuan looked at him with mixed feelings in his heart.
In order to protect Cao Hong, Fang Zilan tried every means to send him out of the Yue Kingdom's independent house. Now that he is far away in the southwest, can it be regarded as fulfilling her wish? But as a result, there were fewer and fewer people around her.
"Your Majesty?" Cao Hong straightened up, and Li Shengxuan raised his hand to signal him to get up, "Who is in charge of Jiangnan Camp? Does Fang Zilan have anything to say to me?"
Cao Hong coughed lightly and said truthfully: "The Duke of Yue has said that if your Majesty asks about the Jiangnan Camp, he should refer it all to Duke Wei."
"That's what she can say." Li Shengxuan raised the corners of his lips helplessly, "Okay, I understand, please step back."
