Last year, King Yan was assassinated on his way to Pingjiang Mansion, and he almost died at the hands of the assassin. The case was officially closed, and everyone knew who the real culprit was. Emperor Long'an had been keeping King Qin under house arrest in the Qin King's Mansion, just for Give King Yan an explanation. It is not unusual for him to be imprisoned for three to five years.
Who would have thought that just one year later, King Yan would take the initiative to plead for his brother?
Eunuch Shen, who was waiting by the side, was startled and subconsciously looked up at King Yan.
His Highness the King of Yan, who is tall and heroic and in his prime, continued with a sincere look on his face: "Yesterday, I went to visit my eldest brother. My eldest brother burst into tears and said he missed his father very much."
"My father has not seen my eldest brother for a year, so I must be thinking about him. I beg my father to issue an order to let my eldest brother enter the palace!"
Emperor Long'an's eyes flashed with astonishment and a hint of relief. He looked at King Yan for a moment and said slowly: "I originally planned to let King Qin take care of him for two years. Since you opened your mouth, I will meet him first. "
King Yan's expression perked up, and his face was full of joy. He raised his hands to thank me and said, "I would like to thank my father for his kindness on behalf of my eldest brother."
Emperor Long'an's expression became gentler: "I didn't expect that it was you who opened this mouth."
King Yan responded calmly: "My eldest brother and I have grown up together since childhood. When our teeth are still biting our tongues, it is inevitable for the two brothers to have quarrels occasionally. Brothers are like siblings, and disputes of spirit are nothing."
No matter how strong his anger is, he can't help but kill time. It's been a year, and Emperor Long'an's anger has almost dissipated. As long as someone opens his mouth to intercede on behalf of King Qin, he can go along with the flow and let King Qin leave the palace.
Emperor Long'an originally thought that the person who came to intercede would be the King of Han or the King of Zhao.
Unexpectedly, it was King Yan who came on his own initiative.
Only with this kind of mind and courage can he be able to assume the position of Crown Prince of Qi.
There are some things that are inconvenient to say and cannot be said.
Emperor Long'an took a deep look at King Yan and said, "I am very pleased that you can think so." He turned to Eunuch Shen and told Eunuch Shen: "Go to Prince Qin's Mansion and pass on my instructions to King Qin to come to the palace to see me. "
Eunuch Shen hurriedly bowed to accept the order and quickly withdrew.
King Yan secretly let out a breath.
This move was indeed the right move.
Emperor Long'an was a ruthless emperor and the biological father of his four sons. From the emperor's point of view, he wanted to select the best prince to be the heir apparent. Therefore, Emperor Long'an did not interfere in the overt and covert struggles of the princes.
From a father's perspective, Emperor Long'an hoped that his sons could be friendly to each other.
Emperor Long'an would not express this contradictory and subtle feeling even to Empress Dowager Cao. Today, King Yan clearly grasped it.
It's a critical moment for him to establish a reserve, and today's move will bring him huge rewards.
"Father," King Yan knew the way of advance and retreat, and said with cupped hands: "The Ministry of Punishment has many official duties, so I will go on errands now."
Emperor Long'an nodded slightly.
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Eunuch Shen went to the palace of the King of Qin to deliver the emperor's oral instructions.
King Qin was so excited that he almost burst into tears on the spot. He had not left the Prince of Qin's Mansion for a whole year. Today, he was finally able to step out of the main entrance of the Prince of Qin's Mansion and go to the palace to see his father.
The King of Qin personally stuffed a thick purse into Eunuch Shen's hand: "Thank you very much, Eunuch Shen."
For the sake of his wallet, Eunuch Shen smiled and reminded: "Today, His Highness King Yan mentioned His Highness King Qin in front of the Emperor, so the Emperor ordered his servants to deliver the order. When I see the Emperor later, Your Highness, please don't forget to mention it one more time. His Royal Highness King Tiyan."
King Qin was in a complicated mood and responded in a low voice: "Thank you, Eunuch Shen, for the suggestion."
"I am going to change my clothes. Please wait a moment, Eunuch Shen."
Eunuch Shen smiled and said, "I'll just wait here."
King Qin took advantage of the time to bathe and change clothes to calm down. After hearing the news, Princess Qin hurried over, her face full of joy and her voice trembling with excitement: "Father, has it really been necessary to summon His Highness to the palace?"
King Qin nodded slightly.
"Great! This is so great!" Princess Qin shed tears on her clothes and choked with sobs: "In the past year, Your Highness has had trouble sleeping and eating, and has become haggard and thin. I am also worried about Your Highness. Today I can enter the palace to see my father. , it’s really a happy event.”
As soon as the King of Qin's ban was lifted, she, the Princess of Qin, would be able to leave the palace and meet people.
"By the way, who begged for love in front of the emperor?" Princess Qin wiped her tears and asked earnestly.
During this year, no one interceded in front of Emperor Long'an. Unfortunately, Emperor Long'an was as cold as iron and ignored him. Who persuaded Emperor Long'an?
King Qin's eyes were dim and he uttered two words: "King Yan!"
How could it be King Yan!
Princess Qin was shocked and her eyelids twitched several times: "Your Highness, what is going on? Why did King Yan suddenly plead for His Highness..."
"There is no need to ask anything." King Qin took a deep breath and said solemnly: "No one can stop King Yan from establishing the throne. When you meet Princess Yan in the future, don't act like a eldest sister-in-law."
After saying that, he stood up and left.
Princess Qin sat in a daze for a moment, and it took a long time before she figured out the key, and couldn't help covering her face and crying.
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A year later, standing outside the Hall of Supreme Harmony, it felt like a lifetime ago.
Eunuch Shen went in to announce that King Qin was standing under the eaves of the corridor, looking a little dazed.
"The Emperor has an oral order, please come to the palace to see His Highness." Eunuch Shen quickly turned around.
King Qin responded, calmed down his chaotic thoughts, and followed Eunuch Shen into the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
The Hall of Supreme Harmony was as solemn and quiet as before. Emperor Long'an was sitting on the dragon chair, and a dozen tall and mighty guards in golden uniforms stood behind the emperor. The pressure of the emperor was like a towering mountain, making people breathless.
King Qin knelt on the ground with a plop and kowtowed three times: "My son, I have met my father."
This year, King Qin had indeed become haggard and thinner. His former arrogance was gone, his expression was awkward, and his voice was uneasy.
Emperor Long'an's heart, which was as cold as cold iron, couldn't help but soften: "Get up and speak!"
King Qin thanked him for his kindness and stood up. When he raised his head, father and son looked at each other.
Before Emperor Long'an had time to take a look, King Qin's eyes were already red, and tears of regret rolled down his face.
Emperor Long'an sighed silently and glanced at Eunuch Shen. Eunuch Shen bowed slightly and led his servants out. Most of the Jinyi Guards also retreated, leaving only a few of the Emperor's confidants.
"King Qin, I ask you, do you know that you are wrong?" Emperor Long'an asked in a deep voice.
King Qin wiped his tears with his sleeves and responded in a hoarse voice: "I know I was wrong. I was confused that day and almost made a big mistake. Over the past year, I have been quietly thinking about my past in the mansion, and I often wake up from nightmares. .Looking back now, I feel really ashamed.”
"Second brother, instead of remembering his old sins, took the initiative to plead for mercy for his elder brother, Erchen. Erchen is really grateful."
"From today on, I will take my second brother's lead and help my second brother with all my heart."
