The disputes in the harem are never a trivial matter. The Geng family was also from the Qing noble family and had talents in the court. They were the subjects valued by the late emperor back then. They chose to be the emperor's first wife and shared hardships together.

However, things are impermanent. The queen back then was generous and dignified, with a strong, firm and forbearable personality. She had advantages everywhere. However, after the emperor ascended the throne, he became the lord of the world, this personality was not suitable.

The emperor is the most macho person in the world. Facing an aggressive wife who is unwilling to retreat and compromise, it will only anger the emperor.

In addition, the Geng family did not know how to restrain themselves, attached too much importance to power, and tried every means to pursue the maximization of interests. Instead, they ignored the emperor and the people of the world, and tried their best to accumulate wealth and power for themselves, which had touched the emperor's bottom line.

The contradictions became increasingly fierce, but for the sake of stability in the court, the emperor also endured it again and again, and was nostalgic for the time being. After all, he was once a couple in distress. Although the relationship was gone, he didn't want to tear his face until he had no choice but to keep his last dignity.

The master of the Geng family is the queen's brother. Now he has become a first-class official. He was also a stunning figure back then, and he is really one of the best in terms of talent.

"There is another thing, I'm a little confused. Grandpa second was very angry when he heard about the Geng family before and accidentally let it go. If he hadn't been neglected a little back then, how could the eldest brother die? How could it be the Geng family boy's turn to take over?"

After saying that, Zi Yan's face was not very good either.

Zilan frowned, "What do you mean is our own grandfather who was harmed by the Geng family, or did they make a profit from it?"

"I always feel something is wrong, but after I asked my second grandfather, I refused to tell me, just said that I will understand in the future.

Do you remember your father said that his grandfather was classmates with the Geng family. They were students of the same class, their grandfather was the top scholar, and Geng was the Tanhua, but he was a little older than his grandfather and had failed the exam for one class. It would be a scam to say that he was not familiar with him."

Zi Lan nodded after hearing this, "It's really a skeptical to say this. I have checked my grandfather's notes and notes, and my thoughts and writing are very forward-looking and practical, and I have a very thoughtful and practical spirit. I am definitely not a person without talent.

In this way, my grandfather's future should be very good. He was already a third-rank official at that time, which means that the emperor still attached importance to the promotion, and it was not that he did not give him any chance. It was difficult for the emperor to forget it at this level. There must be a reason for his sudden death."

Zi Yan asked for his head, "I don't know the specifics. Once I asked my father, my eyes were red and sad, and I didn't want to mention them, so I didn't dare to ask again, but I saw that the attitudes of the second and third grandpa were a bit strange.

But you and I are not old this year and do not have enough ability. Even if we have enemies, can we take revenge?

To change the idea, if the Geng family really hurts grandfather, then the second grandfather and the others are unwilling to say can be explained.

I have also heard from my elders that before my grandfather passed away, the court disputes were very fierce and almost reached a white-hot stage.

There were several princes outside who wanted to fight for the imperial power. Even the emperor had to endure the situation back then. Several ministers were indeed killed, all of whom were important officials, and they died in court disputes."

After hearing this, Zi Lan sighed, "It's really not easy to analyze like this. Maybe many parties have reached out to eliminate dissidents."

"Yes, I guessed that too, but we have never had any contact with the Geng family and have no friendship, which is worth pondering.

It is logical that I was classmates with my grandfather and had fame and fortune together. How could I not have had any relationship? I had no friendship at all. This is unreasonable."

Zi Yan became more and more thorough, and he could analyze and think about many things by himself.

"You are right. It would be a good thing for us to save Mo Yan in this way. Then, is there a secret instruction from the queen behind the Zhang family? I read the newspaper in the mansion that the queen is very good to the third prince and the mother and son are very close to each other."

Zi Yan chuckled, with a look of contempt on his face, "It's not for the throne. Although the third prince's mother passed away early, the mother's family is still alive and has a certain force. They gather together for their own interests.

The queen has no son but has a vast power. The Yan family, the mother of the third prince, does not have much power. However, they have a prince who is eager to learn and motivated. Wouldn't they come together after two conspiracy?

Unfortunately, I heard from my uncles that the emperor did not choose a crown prince, and it might not be the third prince. At present, I have not seen the special preferential treatment and upbringing of the third prince. On the contrary, the sixth prince is very promising.

The mother's clan is also a big clan. The mother's mother is well educated and has never relaxed her teachings to the sixth prince. The sixth prince is now old enough to choose a legitimate wife.

Going out with a good attitude, knowledge, conversation and treating people very well, which makes people happy, and never form cliques for personal gain, nor do you flatter the court officials. This is a smart person.”

"Yes, I'm not dead yet. It's useless for you to rush to curry favor with officials. It's just that you're too anxious."

Zi Lan nodded, but she might not be able to bear it in the game.

If other brothers have the power to help him, they will inevitably be anxious. But in fact, the emperor does not need to be too close to the officials of the court. Instead, it will be difficult to do things impartially, and there are only a few loyal and useful people.

Only when you become a superior will you understand that the relationship between your superiors and subordinates should be harmonious but not as close as a family. In that way, problems will arise in the future. The most taboo is to be inseparable from public and private affairs, and this is especially true with politics.

As the brother and sister talked, they arrived at the Song family's old house. Zi Yan helped her sister get out of the car and went to the main courtyard together.

Several uncles, second and third grandfathers and others in the hall were all in the room. All those who were qualified to be present were men and ladies. Only Zilan could attend such occasions and participate in the discussion with the elders.

"You are here, don't have to salute you anymore. Let's sit down. Some things need to be discussed."

The second grandfather stopped them from saluting, and his face looked a little serious.

Zi Lan sat in the starting position of her brother. She had long been accustomed to such a scene and was calm and composed.

"Do you know about the Geng family? Lan'er?"

"I heard from my brother that he was almost clear. In other words, the person who was fighting with us was the Geng family, but there are other alliances?"

Zi Lan thought about it and asked.

"The third prince's mother tribe is also in it. I suspect it was fought for the third prince."

Grandpa San pursed his lips and said, looking solemn.

"So that's the case. Since this is the case, we can only advance but not retreat at this time. Even if we withdraw from the emperor at this time, it is not easy to explain.

You should know that the emperor allows us to build ships and go to sea to ask for that money. We gave up because we were afraid of the Geng family, and I am afraid that the emperor will not use the Song family again in the future.

The Geng family has reached the point of half a dynasty. I guess I don’t want it in my heart.
Chapter completed!