Emperor Changshun looked at Lu Bochu inscrutably.
Lu Bochu said truthfully: "Last year, I sent someone to check the details of Aunt Shen's family. At that time, Shi An learned that Aunt Shen had entered the Marquis' Mansion. She was worried that her identity was unknown and would affect her sister, so I did nothing. Helped with the investigation.”
Emperor Changshun knew about Lu Bochu's friendship with An Shi'an, and he also liked An Shi'an more.
This explanation makes sense.
Emperor Changshun asked: "Does that mean the woman told lies?"
Lu Bochu said thoughtfully: "The crime of deceiving the emperor is a serious crime of beheading. I think she may have some experience in her, but she is definitely not the daughter of King Taifeng."
At this time, the eunuch came in and reported: "Your Majesty, Lord Zhao of the Inspectorate is here."
Emperor Changshun: "Pass."
Mr. Zhao came in, bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty, may you be blessed."
Then he saluted Lu Bochu: "Seventeenth Prince."
Lu Bochu nodded slightly.
Emperor Changshun: "Have you found out?"
Mr. Zhao respectfully replied: "Your Majesty, this person is not the daughter of Taifeng, but the daughter of the adopted son of Yuhe Wang. Although the mark on this woman is very similar to the mark on King Taifeng, it is not the same pattern. Prince Taifeng The mark on the Si's body is a tiger's head, and the mark on this woman's body is a lion's head. The two animal heads are so similar that most people will mistake them."
"The adopted son of Yu and Wang died on the battlefield nineteen years ago, leaving orphans and widows to flee. Yu and Wang once sent people to search for her but found no whereabouts. I interrogated this woman. This woman only knew that her identity was extraordinary, because she did not know her identity. The difference between a tiger and a lion is that she thinks she is the illegitimate daughter of King Taifeng.”
"In addition, I have notified Prince Yuhe's Mansion. After seeing the appearance of this woman, the old prince said that she was very similar to his dead adopted son. To be on the safe side, I asked your Majesty to send an order to Hehengzhou to bring Prince Yu and Prince Edward's adopted son to the palace. The wife's bones will be brought back to Beijing, and blood will be poured into the stock for a marriage verification, and then the truth will be revealed."
Emperor Changshun: "Leave immediately."
Master Zhao clasped his fists: "I accept the order."
"Back off."
"I excuse myself."
Lu Bochu frowned. Now he was in trouble. Since he had something to do with Yu and the prince, Shen Shuli would be in trouble!
He sighed deeply in his heart, and tested Emperor Changshun and asked: "Father, the Hou Mansion has really failed the An family by doting on concubines and destroying their wives. What are your plans for the reconciliation of the women?"
Emperor Changshun put his hands behind his waist, walked to the dragon chair and sat down, his eyes deepened, he took a sip of tea and said leisurely: "I think you are not generally interested in the Hou Mansion?"
Emperor Changshun looked at Lu Bochu as if he was asking him if he was interested in other people's wives.
Lu Bo didn't change his expression at first, and said frankly: "My son and the young lady of the Hou Mansion have met several times. She saved my life, but I almost died when I was ambushed. If it weren't for her, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to meet him." Now that the father has arrived, Erchen has seen her articles from her brother and played with her on the polo field. This woman is not worthy of the prince's palace. Erchen is willing to bear all the suspicions and rumors, just because his benefactor can Get what you want and live freely.”
He has always been an upright and open person, and Emperor Changshun was convinced of this.
It's just that this is someone else's family matter, and it would be inappropriate for a prince to interfere in it.
Emperor Changshun did not answer the question directly, and said perfunctorily: "We will talk about this matter after we find out the identity of the second concubine of the Hou Mansion."
Lu Bochu's face couldn't help but look a little heavy. Judging from Emperor Changshun's attitude, he had never thought of agreeing to the Hou Mansion's reconciliation.
After coming out of Emperor Changshun, he left the palace directly. Both the Hou Mansion and the An Mansion were monitored by officers and soldiers.
He asked Agui to send messages to several high-ranking ministers to explain the matter.
In the morning of the next day, several high-ranking officials impeached Qiao Jianghong for spoiling his concubine and killing his wife. They should let a good woman like An Jia go.
Emperor Changshun naturally knew that Lu Bochu was provoking trouble here. He said sternly: "Marriage is a gift from me. It is a court matter and a family matter. It is difficult for an upright official to interrupt family affairs. Let's put this matter aside for the time being and I will think about it carefully."
As soon as these words came out, it was hard for the ministers to say anything.
7 days later.
Lord Zhao of the Inspectorate brought back the bones of Yu and Wang Yizi.
Shen Shuli was beaten with bruises all over her body, and her clothes were torn into slender holes by wicker sticks. Her hair was unkempt, and her dying hands were tied with black iron chains.
She sat slumped in front of Emperor Changshun. At the same time, Lord Zhao took out the gold ounce and placed it on the white cloth on the plate prepared by the eunuch.
Another eunuch used a needle to squeeze a few drops of blood from the pad of Shen Shuli's index finger onto the white bones.
Soon, Shen Shuli's blood merged into the bones!
Emperor Changshun breathed a sigh of relief instantly! As long as they were not the children of the traitor King Taifeng, he was in a good mood instantly, and his frown relaxed.
Mr. Zhao respectfully reported: "Your Majesty, we are of the same flesh and blood. The truth has been revealed. How to deal with this person is up to Your Majesty."
Before Emperor Changshun could speak, the eunuch came in and knelt down on one knee to report: "Your Majesty, Mr. Yuhe wants to see you."
Emperor Changshun knew why this person came and told the eunuch: "Pass it."
He also ordered the eunuch: "Take the person down first to settle down."
The eunuch ordered to drag people down.
Yu Hewang walked in with a crutch supported by the eunuch, and walked tremblingly. His hair and beard were all white, and he had only one tooth left. He was thin, and his face was wrinkled with vicissitudes of life. He looked like he was running out of time. .
As soon as he came in, Emperor Changshun immediately stood up from the dragon throne to greet him.
"Uncle Emperor."
"I send my regards to your majesty. May your majesty be blessed with peace and prosperity."
Yu Hewang was about to kneel down, but Emperor Changshun immediately supported him: "Uncle, no courtesy."
He personally helped Yu and Wang sit down. The tea served by the eunuch was also Emperor Changshun's favorite Mansong tea.
King Yuhe said in an old voice: "Your Majesty, I came today with an old face. I know there is something wrong, but if I don't ask Your Majesty, I will die with my eyes in peace."
Emperor Changshun sat back on the dragon chair and said gently: "Uncle, please speak up."
King Yuhe respectfully said sadly: "I already know about the affairs of the Hou Mansion. Aunt Shen is the daughter of my adopted son. He was my most proud general during his lifetime. He saved me several times and was my savior. Now he has passed away." After being away for many years, the remaining orphan girl got into a huge disaster, I should not plead for her."
"But I feel guilty towards the Shen family. I only have one daughter and a son. When I think of my daughter's death at such a young age, I feel extremely sad. I beg your majesty to spare the life of the Shen family's daughter. Just keep her alive."
When the benefactor spoke, Emperor Changshun had to reminisce about his old friendship. Emperor Changshun was able to successfully ascend the throne, which was indispensable for the contribution of Yuhe Wang.
Over the years, King Yuhe never asked for credit and quietly contributed to the court. Emperor Changshun immediately agreed.
"Uncle Emperor, don't worry. I will spare her life, but the crime of murdering the mistress depends on the handling of the Hou Mansion. The death penalty can be avoided, but the living crime cannot be escaped. After all, I have to consider the feelings of the An family."
