Kunning Palace.
Something happened to Xiao Chen's fleet, and the ship was destroyed and people died. This incident can be said to have shattered the sky.
It's almost 800 miles over there by rush, up to Tianting.
So when Chen Jin reported to Chu Yanwu, Kunning Palace also received the news.
After listening to the report from her subordinates, the Queen's eyes also flashed with regret.
However, compared to Chu Yanwu's concern, the Queen was not worried about the property the most at this time...
Her beautiful eyebrows were furrowed into the character "Sichuan", and the rhythm of her long jade fingers tapping on the table became more rapid: "I didn't expect that Xiao Chen would die so quickly..."
"However, this is indeed not beyond my expectations. It's just that I underestimated the power of the Zhou family, and also underestimated the determination of the Zhou family!"
When the Zhou family was mentioned, the queen's face became cold, and a pair of phoenix eyes flashed coldly.
The female official next to her understood the situation and said: "Empress, it's not your fault that Xiao Chen can't be used by you. It's because he is unlucky and can't bear this important responsibility!"
The queen also knew in her heart that the words of the female officer beside her were flattering her.
But flattery doesn't solve the problem.
The Zhou family and Concubine Rong were indeed threatening her position as the Lord of the Sixth Palace.
Now, I had finally hoped for a good helper who could check and balance the Zhou family and restrain Concubine Rong... but it was gone again.
The bitterness in the Queen's heart is really indescribable to outsiders.
But facing the worried female officer, she didn't say much. There was a hint of fatigue in her tone: "Please step back first..."
The female officer's heart skipped a beat and she quickly retreated.
Kunning Palace became silent, and the tired look became more and more obvious on the queen's dignified and majestic face.
Half an hour later, in Concubine Jing's palace.
The shipwreck spread in a small area, but Bai Zhi, who had mastered the Chamber of Commerce, learned about the situation immediately.
Almost without thinking, she rushed directly to the palace and reported the situation to Concubine Jing.
"What did you say?"
Concubine Jing looked surprised and almost stood up: "Xiao Chen's fleet was attacked. The ship was destroyed and everyone died?"
"Indeed."
Bai Zhi also had a complex look in her eyes: "I have confirmed this news repeatedly... and just now, a secret order was sent from the palace to send people to salvage Xiao Chen's body."
Concubine Jing felt dizzy and almost fainted: "How is this possible..."
"Your Majesty, please forgive me."
Bai Zhi sighed softly, with sadness in her tone.
Concubine Jing gritted her teeth, supported the table again, and continued to argue: "Who cares about that person... I just feel that I have lost a way to make money, and that bitch Xiao Chen will help me make some money." money."
She said this, but when she said the last sentence, Concubine Jing's voice was a little choked.
Bai Zhi naturally knew what her mother-in-law was thinking. There was also a hint of worry in her eyes, and even her eyes were no longer red.
She could no longer bear to bear Xiao Chen's death.
Concubine Jing suddenly raised her head again, stared at Bai Zhi's face, and said: "Tell me, he is not dead, right... He will definitely not die! The one who killed a thousand swords has not said anything to me, how could he be dead... …”
Bai Zhi's eyes were full of sadness, and she was mumbling, but she couldn't speak.
This matter spread very quickly, and not long after, Zhao Jieyu also knew about it.
There was a hint of disbelief on her heroic yet charming face, and she asked again: "Are you right?"
The round-faced maid nodded and said in a very affirmative tone: "Mother, Ruby didn't say a word wrong. That's how it is..."
"how so……"
Zhao Jieyu almost fell down on her seat, her body almost going limp: "How could he die... He won't die..."
The round-faced maid’s lips twitched, but she didn’t speak.
She knew that the empress was in agitated mood at this time, and persuasion was useless...
Zhao Jieyu fell into annoyance.
Xiao Chen was extraordinary to her.
He is not only her benefactor, but also her confidant.
And in this deep palace, Xiao Chen was the only one who gave her comfort.
At this moment, Zhao Jieyu finally understood.
Why did I care about him so much before, why did I never forget him...
Because I already like this "man".
I should have expressed my feelings earlier...
Tears fell down the side of Zhao Jieyu's face drop by drop, and her heroic face became pale, as if it had lost its color... It was pitiful and deplorable.
At the same time, the Prime Minister's Mansion.
"What did you say?"
Zhou Tianfu didn't feel happy immediately, but he was a little confused at this time: "Xiao Chen, the ship was destroyed and people were killed? Have you investigated clearly?"
Qian Jilai's eyes were a bit cold: "Prime Minister, this is indeed the case."
"It shouldn't be..."
Zhou Tianfu narrowed his eyes and said: "Who could be so powerful? Can sink Xiao Chen's team... From my point of view, no other force can do this..."
Qian Jilai smiled and said, "Your Majesty, Prime Minister, this is wrong."
"Maybe one force can't do it."
"But what about the many forces combined?"
Zhou Tianfu suddenly smiled, and a clear understanding flashed in his eyes: "You are right, the major families, academies, salt gangs in Jiangdong Road. Dali Temple and the sloppy rivers and lakes trying to make a name for themselves... there are too many People want to take Xiao Chen’s head!”
"What's more, there are countless good players from Huishui in the Yan Gang! Xiao Chen's death is not that puzzling!"
Qian Jilai flattered a few more words: "That bitch Xiao Chen dared to go against the Prime Minister. He already had a way to die! My subordinates still think that his death was not miserable enough!"
Zhou Tianfu sneered and said: "That's natural. According to the original plan, if the gelding is not stripped of its muscles, skinned, broken and ashes, it will be an advantage for him!"
Qian Jilai continued: "But Prime Minister, once Xiao Chen dies, the situation in the court will definitely change... His Majesty the Emperor will also make various responses as a result. Should we make plans in advance?"
"It's natural."
Zhou Tianfu snorted coldly, and the corner of his mouth curled up: "As soon as Xiao Chen dies, regardless of other things, the governor of the East Factory will be vacant, and another bloody storm will inevitably happen!"
"In addition, several major factions in the court will also take action... But no matter what, this gelding is no longer a stumbling block. The truth is that in this big Chu, there is a lot to do!"
Zhou Tianfu was steadfast in his oath, but he never expected that Xiao Chen, who he thought was dead, was not dead at all.
Even, he was traveling around the mountains and rivers with a few beauties, which was extremely enjoyable!
All I can say is, don’t laugh too early.
