Xue Mu himself never expected that he would be praised by the Empress of Great Xia who was thousands of miles away.
By some strange combination of circumstances, he imprisoned Cao Peizheng, the head of the civil service department, into a prison.
The Military Aircraft Department of Daxia Kingdom can also take the opportunity to arrange undercover officers.
It can be regarded as unintentional planting of willows and willows.
But Xue Mu, as the number one hero, naturally didn't know about this.
He originally just wanted to solve Beiquhe's case.
I just brought Cao Peizheng in casually.
His heart still firmly belongs to the Daqing Dynasty.
After all, his current status as a hundred households, although his official position is only seventh rank, is already very impressive.
If he were to be promoted to an official of one or two ranks in the future and his strength would be stronger, no one would be able to threaten his life.
Of course, except for the wronged master.
"I hope that unjust master will stop looking for me recently."
On the other side, the second prince Zhao Chengqian was walking with Du Youkang, the minister of official affairs.
Du Youkang couldn't help but sigh: "Today in the court, His Royal Highness Prince Kang is really courageous. He is willing to donate one-third of his family property. I admire him."
After hearing this, Zhao Chengqian laughed: "Mr. Du, of course you know that my father will not agree to this deal."
When Du Youkang heard this, he smiled awkwardly: "Uh."
The second prince, Zhao Chengqian, continued: "Actually, Lord Jiangzuo's plan, the Minister of Household Affairs, was the suggestion of the imperial aunt Princess Changle. I guess Lord Du must have guessed it as well."
"Yes." Du Youkang added: "When Mr. Xu was promoted to the position of Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, all the policies and plans of the Ministry of Household Affairs were implemented under the advice of the eldest princess."
"It's a pity" Du Youkang also showed a regretful expression: "Later, Mr. Xu was really too stubborn. He knew clearly that the taxation and land policies were scars that His Majesty could not uncover. He had to mention them, otherwise he would not be demoted to the head of the Ministry of Household Affairs. , and in the end he was charged with corruption.”
"how?"
Zhao Chengqian asked: "Master Du thinks Master Xu was wronged?"
Du Youkang's expression suddenly changed.
Of course he couldn't say that Xu Jie was wrongly accused!
Because this order was given by His Majesty himself!
Once there is doubt, wouldn't it prove that His Majesty is wrong?
Under the sun.
No one is wrong.
But not just one person.
That is the emperor today.
Du Youkang quickly explained: "No, no, no, the official just feels that we have been unable to arrange manpower in the Ministry of Household Affairs. In the final analysis, Jiang Zuo Jiang Shangshu and the eldest princess are too close."
The second prince Zhao Chengqian said calmly: "Don't worry, I believe my good brother will take action."
With that said, he stood on the steps and looked back at Fengtian Temple again.
The dragon chair above showed a golden color.
sparkling with light.
Very dazzling.
And there seemed to be an expression of determination in Zhao Chengqian's eyes.
"Your Highness Prince Jing, please slow down!"
The eldest prince Zhao Ji was seen returning to the palace in a hurry.
The servant behind him followed all the way, shouting constantly.
Zhao Ji returned to the front hall, took the teapot and poured it into his mouth.
But unfortunately, there was no water in the kettle.
He put it down in anger and then went to get the cup.
As a result, there was no water in the cup.
Zhao Ji was so angry that he threw the teapot and teacup to the ground and cursed angrily: "The huge Prince Jing's palace doesn't even have saliva! Are the others dead?!"
This scared all the other servants to their knees.
Someone even immediately brought a teapot from the next room, holding it with trembling hands.
At this time, a richly dressed woman walked over under two maids.
As early as just now, she heard that her husband Zhao Ji was angry.
"Your Highness, it's my concubine's negligence and it's none of their business." The woman saluted Zhao Ji and said politely.
When Zhao Ji saw it, he felt a little less angry.
He sat down on his own and kept drinking water.
At this time, the woman signaled to the others to step back. She came behind Zhao Ji, rubbed his shoulders and said, "Your Highness, did you encounter something unpleasant? Can you tell me about it?" , I, my concubine, will help you with some advice."
Zhao Ji touched his concubine Xia Ji and said, "Oh, dear concubine, I am sorry for you."
"Why did Your Highness say this?" Xia Ji asked.
"Huo Jiuchuan, whom I arranged, was found by the emperor's aunt to be involved in corruption and collusion with local landlords. As the magistrate of Youzhou, he had some relationship with your family at the beginning. Now that he has been found out, I can only..."
At this time, Xia Ji took the initiative and said: "Your Highness, there is no need to pity this kind of person. Just because he is a member of my family, he cannot be lawless. I will cut off the grass when it is necessary. I support you."
Zhao Ji didn't expect his beloved concubine to be so decisive, and he nodded with pleasure: "My beloved concubine can think like this, and this king will feel much more relaxed. Don't worry, when I ascend the throne one day, I will definitely let everyone in the world know about it. , you are the best mother of a country in Daqing."
Xia Ji also smiled: "Actually, I don't want to be the mother of a country. I just want His Highness to be happy. You can't keep a straight face all the time, otherwise you will grow old quickly."
"Okay, okay." Zhao Ji also laughed: "Then it's up to you."
"Your Highness, the imperial aunt seems to have been targeting us everywhere in the past six months."
When Zhao Ji heard this, his expression also changed: "Well, I don't understand what Huanggu means. At first, I thought she would help me deal with the second child and help me ascend the throne, but in the past six months, I Everyone around her has been dragged down by her."
Xia Ji listened, and then she tentatively said: "Your Highness, how about I go visit the emperor's aunt another day and bring her some jewelry, so as to improve our relationship."
"She doesn't care about jewelry." Zhao Ji shook his head.
He knew this royal aunt too well.
No oil or salt enters.
The main theme is a person who is diligent in government affairs!
But Xia Ji still said: "Oh, all women in the world are the same. Who doesn't love precious jewelry? Moreover, I see that the emperor's aunt has reached her age and has never found the right person. This time I enter the palace, so I can do it." Check it out for the emperor's aunt and ask her what kind of man she likes."
"Although my royal aunt is as old as you, she has never had any affection between men and women. I think your return will be in vain."
"Just give it a try, it all depends on human effort."
The eldest prince Zhao Ji felt much better after the princess coaxed him.
Then he went to the study room, picked up a pen and wrote a letter.
"Lin'er!"
"Yes, Your Highness!"
The maid outside the door came in immediately.
"Bring in the doves."
"yes!"
After a while, a pigeon flew out of Prince Jing's palace.
The eldest princess returned to the palace.
As soon as she sat down, the maid next to her handed her a cup.
Zhao Ruoli took a sip and then said, "Is Mr. Jiang here?"
"Master Jiang is outside the palace." Qing'er, the maidservant, answered.
"Let him come in." The eldest princess Zhao Ruoli responded.
"yes."
Qing'er came to the door and said respectfully: "Master Jiang, Your Highness the Princess allows you to come in."
"well."
Jiang Zuo, the Minister of Household Affairs, wiped the sweat from his forehead, quickly picked up the hem of his clothes and walked in.
"I'm going to pay my respects to the eldest princess."
The eldest princess Zhao Ruoli raised her hand and said, "Master Jiang, please excuse me and sit down quickly."
Jiang Zuo then sat down and said uneasily: "Your Royal Highness, this time Your Majesty did not promise to save the expenses of the harem and various officials."
Zhao Ruoli seemed to have guessed her brother's character a long time ago.
If he was asked to save money on the harem, it would be better to kill a few corrupt officials and confiscate their homes.
But she wanted Jiang Zuo to make this suggestion.
And it must be mentioned.
Only in this way.
Only she can tell about the corruption situation in Youzhou and other three places in the Northeast.
Then His Majesty will follow the pole and let Zhao Ji be responsible for the relief money.
This one million taels.
She believed that her good nephew Zhao Ji would raid the homes of those corrupt officials.
Otherwise, if it is not enough, you can only pay from yourself.
The eldest princess Zhao Ruoli then said calmly: "It's okay. No matter what, we should be able to collect the one million yuan in relief."
"Will His Highness Prince Jing really get it together?" Jiang Zuo asked tentatively.
Zhao Ruoli smiled: "Don't worry, he will definitely get it together. In ten days, you can ask him for some silver. But at the same time, ask Mr. Yanguan Sun to prepare another discount."
"What's the secret?"
"Impeach the Second Prince Kang, His Royal Highness Zhao Chengqian."
When Jiang Zuo heard this, his eyes widened in fright.
At this time, Mu Guifei Nangong Wei was waiting at the palace gate.
As early as just now, Emperor Qing Zhao Hongyin went straight to Penglai Hall.
Before entering the palace, Nangong Wei received the news and greeted her at the door early.
After seeing Zhao Hongyin, everyone on the side knelt down and worshiped.
Mu Guifei Nangong Wei also saluted: "I pay my respects to Your Majesty."
Zhao Hongyin smiled slightly, waved his hand and said, "No courtesy."
"Your Majesty~ Why are you here?" Nangong Wei stepped forward and asked.
Emperor Qing Zhao Hongyin explained: "I just went to the morning court and had nothing to do, so I came to take a look."
"Your Majesty has many things to do, but you must be careful about the Holy Body." Nangong Wei replied.
Then Zhao Hongyin asked: "What has my concubine been doing in the harem recently?"
"I, my concubine, don't have anything to do. I just enjoy flowers and birds, and then look forward to your Majesty's arrival." Nangong Wei said and looked at her with a look of grievance.
Zhao Hongyin smiled: "I'm here now. It seems that my beloved concubine is bored in this harem."
"Not entirely. A few days ago, my niece came to see me." Nangong Wei explained.
Qing Emperor Zhao Hongyin recalled it and asked: "Is it Nangong Xue, the Qianhu of the God Catcher Division?"
"Yes, her father, my eldest brother, was the first deputy commander of the Divine Catching Division when His Majesty established it." Nangong Wei replied.
Qing Emperor Zhao Hongyin pretended to suddenly realize: "I have an impression. I remember that Nangong Qi's wife was killed, which also led to his semi-mad state later."
"Yes, that child's mother was gone and her father was crazy, so I was half her father and mother." Nangong Wei said with emotion.
Zhao Hongyin comforted her and said, "My beloved concubine is kind-hearted."
"When she was chatting with me a few days ago, she kept mentioning a man who was also in the Shenqi Division." Nangong Wei said at this time: "I wonder if that girl will like that man, so I asked her yesterday He even asked him to come into the palace and have a look."
"Oh? There is also this matter." Although Zhao Hongyin was surprised, he seemed to have known about it for a long time.
Nangong Wei nodded: "I look at that boy so much, he looks exactly like my eldest brother back then. It's a pity."
"What's a pity?" Emperor Qing Zhao Hongyin asked.
"It's a pity that he can't see, is blind, and has no father or mother. I felt sorry for him, so I simply recognized him as my nephew. Then I will match them up." Nangong Wei answered.
Qing Emperor Zhao Hongyin smiled: "In that case, that's fine. If they become a couple in the future, they can come to accompany you more often, which will save you from boredom."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your support~"
After chatting for a while, Zhao Hongyin left.
"Your Majesty, be careful and pay more attention to the Holy Body." Nangong Wei warned.
After Qing Emperor Zhao Hongyin walked out of the palace, he asked the eunuch behind him: "Are you sure you can't see it?"
"Your Majesty, the man who came to the Queen's palace yesterday is indeed invisible, and he is indeed the newly promoted Baihu of the Divine Catcher Division." The little eunuch said in a low voice.
After hearing this, Zhao Hongyin nodded and said: "In this case, this man does not need to be monitored in the future."
"Nangong Qi, I couldn't help you back then, but I will help your daughter and future uncle."
After saying that, he also glanced at the sky and ordered people to go back to Zichen Palace.
As for the Penglai Palace, after observing the situation carefully, the maid Yun'er returned to the palace and said to Nangong Wei: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty has left."
"Yes, I understand." Nangong Wei said calmly.
She actually guessed that His Majesty would come.
But I didn't expect it to be so soon.
Now that I am honest with myself, I think there will be no problem even if Nangong Xue and Xue Mu come to my bedroom in the future.
For more than a year, Nangong Wei rarely saw Emperor Qing.
But it was also learned from the mouths of other concubines and sisters that Zhao Hongyin was suspicious by nature.
So if you want to break his suspicion, you must turn passivity into initiative.
Take the initiative to confess and play with reality.
She knew it too.
The reason why I can become a noble concubine.
It's because of her eldest brother.
When His Majesty ordered Nangong Qi to hunt down the remnants of Murong Jin's accomplices, he was killed by those people and turned around.
In the end, Nangong Xue's mother was killed by the thieves in order to protect herself and Xue'er.
But she never told Nangong Xue about this.
Nangong Wei was worried that if this matter was told to her, Nangong Xue would probably transfer this hatred to Emperor Qing.
She knew that going against the imperial court would not end well.
"Xue'er, my aunt has no way to help you take revenge. She can't find those remnants of the demon sect, so she can only try her best to make you as happy as possible."
As she spoke, her eyes couldn't help but become moist.
Since the Bei Quhe case was solved, Xue Mu has become much more relaxed.
Now in the Divine Catcher Division, everyone admires him very much.
Especially that night, one person captured four rough men and determined the direction of solving the case.
It made everyone admire him even more.
Just when Xue Mu thought he could continue fishing, the catcher guarding the D-level cell came to the Divine Catching Department in a hurry.
"Xue Baihu! It's not good!"
Xue Mu asked: "What's wrong?"
"Zuo Yuheng shouted loudly in the prison to find you."
Xue Mu smiled: "It's impossible that he said he wanted to find me, so I just went, right? Let's go tomorrow."
With that said, he stood up and prepared to leave.
When the policeman heard this, he could only say awkwardly: "He will go to the execution ground tomorrow."
"What?!" Xue Mu said in shock: "Tomorrow?"
He knew that logically, Zuo Yuheng should go to the execution ground after the beginning of spring. Why so early? !
The policeman shook his head: "I don't know. Master Nangong said that he will go to the execution ground tomorrow."
After hearing this, Xue Mu gradually calmed down.
On the contrary, he became even happier.
Once Zuo Yuheng dies, he will be unjustly accused.
He then said: "Okay, then I'll leave first."
"Xue Baihu, do you want to go to Tianlao?"
"Not going."
"Then where are you going?"
"I'm sorry, I'm in a good mood today. Let's go have a drink and have some fun."
The policeman behind him looked puzzled.
"Teasing. Teasing. Cousin? What is it?"
(End of chapter)
