Princess mansion.
As the carriage started, Cao Bin also got on the horse. The princess suddenly opened the curtain, stuck out her head and said:
"Cao Bin, come here, I have something to ask you!"
Cao Bin drove his horse forward and followed the carriage and said, "I wonder what the princess has ordered."
The princess was a little confused and said:
"Shouldn't you be in Xiangyang? Why did you suddenly come to Beijing?"
"Also, why do you want to see your mother?"
She felt that she needed to ask clearly to avoid being implicated.
Chen Shimei suddenly remembered something and said quickly:
"It seems that the Pang family is going to be killed today. Uncle Zhongjing should not have come to Beijing."
Yesterday, he heard the prince's consort say that the court was in turmoil and Prime Minister Kou was going after the officials in the court.
A moment's thought will tell you what Kou Zhun's purpose is.
Now no one dares to approach Master Pang for fear of attracting the attention of Prime Minister Kou.
Considering the relationship between Cao Bin and Master Pang, isn't he looking for death if he returns to Beijing at this time?
It doesn't matter if Cao Bin is unlucky. Don't implicate yourself.
Thinking of this, Chen Shimei quickly said: "Uncle Zhongjing entered the palace, could it be that he wants to intercede with the Queen Mother?"
As he said this, he couldn't help but worry:
"The Queen Mother never likes to participate in government affairs. If this matter makes her angry, we will all bear responsibility."
"Others are avoiding me, so why would Uncle Zhongjing come together to cause trouble?"
Cao Bin ignored him and said directly to Princess Zhaoyang:
"Princess, don't worry. He is Cao's father-in-law after all. I will just do my best and won't get entangled."
He didn't say anything about the military siege of the execution ground. If he scared her away, it would be troublesome.
Princess Zhaoyang raised her head and glanced at Cao Bin. She suddenly felt that he was no longer such a scoundrel and a playboy, and nodded:
"Well, I didn't expect you to be somewhat responsible..."
Soon, the princess' carriage arrived at the gate of the imperial city.
It would not be difficult if the princess and his wife asked for an audience alone, but with Cao Bin, it would be a bit troublesome.
After a lot of trouble, Cao Bin finally met Empress Dowager Liu.
"Cao Bin, why do you want to see the Ai family?"
"If you are interceding for Pang Ji, there is no need to say it. That is a matter for the court and the Ai family has nothing to do with it."
After some salutes, Cao Bin was about to speak, but Queen Mother Liu interrupted him directly.
Then, he reprimanded sternly:
"You are too bold and bold! You actually coerced Zhaoyang to take you to ask for an audience with the Ai family. Don't you know the etiquette of foreign ministers?"
It was also the first time for Cao Bin to meet Empress Dowager Liu alone, and he didn't quite understand her temperament.
Seeing that she was well-maintained, I thought she was a peaceful woman. Unexpectedly, she was very angry and gave Cao Bin a lesson as soon as she came up.
When Princess Zhaoyang saw this, she couldn't help but raise her forehead. She had known her mother's temper for a long time. Cao Bin was just asking for trouble by asking for a meeting.
Chen Shimei was originally a little gloating, but when he saw his mother-in-law getting angry, he couldn't help but feel frightened.
Although this temper was not directed at him, he was still worried about causing harm to innocent people.
When Princess Zhaoyang saw this, she couldn't help but roll her eyes at him. Although her mother was angry, it was not directed at you. What are you worried about?
Are you not afraid at all when you see Cao Bin, the person involved?
Cao Bin originally wanted to pave the way, but when he saw this, he was no longer polite and directly handed over his hand and said:
"The Queen Mother, please forgive me. I found some treasures in the Xiangyang Palace. I was going to present them to the Queen Mother as a token of loyalty."
"Since the Queen Mother is not happy, I might as well dedicate it to the official family..."
Saying that, he was about to leave.
Upon hearing this, Queen Mother Liu's expression changed and she quickly said:
"Hold on...come in with the Aijia!"
After saying that, he got up and walked into the side hall. Cao Bin smiled and followed quickly.
The two princesses couldn't help but be a little surprised. What is going on? They couldn't understand it at all.
"Tell me, what did you find in Prince Xiangyang's Mansion?"
Entering the side hall, Queen Mother Liu suddenly turned around, stared at Cao Bin closely and asked.
Cao Bin smiled and said: "Queen Mother, why did Empress Zhang pass away ten years ago? Cao Bin doesn't need to say more..."
After hearing this, Queen Mother Liu suddenly lost her luck and stared at Cao Bin fiercely and said:
"Do you want to use this matter to threaten the Yi family?"
"Don't forget, the Ai family is the emperor's aunt!"
Cao Bin shook his head and smiled: "How dare Cao threaten the Queen Mother? He just wants to cooperate with the Queen Mother."
...
Half an hour later, Cao Bin followed the Queen Mother out of the side hall.
Empress Dowager Liu pretended that nothing happened and said with a smile:
"Monkey cubs are always good at whetting people's appetites. Your gift is a good one. The Ai family likes it very much."
The two of Zhaoyang looked at each other, wondering what happened in the side hall that could change the Queen Mother's attitude.
However, Empress Dowager Liu had no intention of entertaining them anymore. She waved her hand and said:
"Zhaoyang, the Ai family is going to meet the officials. You two should go back first and come see me next time."
With that said, she turned around and went to the bedroom, where she ordered people to serve her and change her clothes.
Princess Zhaoyang looked at Cao Bin in surprise and said, "Did you really convince the queen mother?"
Cao Bin smiled and said: "The Queen Mother is compassionate. Cao moved her emotionally and rationally, and finally made her feel sympathetic."
Princess Zhaoyang was stunned and a little unbelievable. Her mother was not an easy person to talk to.
At this moment, the Queen Mother had already changed her clothes and came out. She ignored Princess Zhaoyang and called Cao Bin and said:
"Come with the Ai family. Let's meet Concubine Pang first."
Concubine Pang's bedroom has been sealed off, and there is no one in the courtyard. It is deserted, and there are only faint sounds of people in the main north hall.
Concubine Pang has faced Li Meiren's revenge again, and she has become somewhat used to it after so many days.
However, today is particularly different, because the Pang family is about to be executed.
Therefore, Li Meiren was in a particularly cheerful mood, with a spring breeze on her face.
"Sister Pang, are you happy? Why don't you smile?"
Concubine Pang was filled with despair, how could she laugh? I just feel that life is hopeless and my death is approaching.
Seeing her like this, Li Meiren's face immediately turned cold and said:
"I am happy today, but you are crying with a sad face. Someone, please give me a beating to death..."
As of today, she no longer has any scruples and Ponzi is gone.
Even if Concubine Pang is really dead, I'm afraid no one will investigate her carefully. It can be said that she committed suicide out of fear of crime.
When the confidant eunuch heard this, he immediately rolled up his arms and sleeves and laughed ferociously.
Concubine Pang felt cold in her heart as she looked at the approaching eunuchs.
At this moment, an old and majestic female voice came in:
"Li Meiren, didn't you just have a miscarriage? You actually have the strength to dominate here! Who gave you the courage?"
Then, there was just a "bang" sound, and the door was kicked open.
"Too...Queen Mother!"
Li Meiren was startled when the Queen Mother, who had not been seen for a long time, appeared. She quickly knelt down and explained in a panic:
"Queen Mother, it was Pang who caused my body to be separated from my flesh and blood. I couldn't help it..."
Cao Bin was next to the Queen Mother and saw that Concubine Pang's face was red and swollen, her eye sockets were sunken, her expression was haggard, and several slap marks were clearly visible.
Suddenly some anger rose, and he couldn't help but pull the Queen Mother's clothes.
Empress Dowager Liu glanced at him with some disgust, did not listen to Li Meiren's excuse, and directly drank coldly:
"How dare you speak out in front of the Ai family? Come on, slap me!"
Just as the eunuch was about to step forward, Cao Bin jumped out first and shouted: "I'll come..."
Li Meiren was a little stupid. The Queen Mother was so violent?
I have a hard time. Have you listened to my explanation?
Before she could react, Cao Bin stepped forward quickly and slapped Li Meiren twice.
She let out a shrill scream and almost flew up.
This was Cao Bin's intention to hold back his strength, otherwise he could have beaten her to death with a slap.
At this time, Concubine Pang also noticed Cao Bin and said in surprise: "It's Juncai, how come you..."
