Ning He was stunned by Ning Wei, as if no answer was right. He simply ignored Ning Wei and turned to look at Shi Jingyang.
"How about it? Your Majesty, for the sake of the fact that we have known each other for many years, please help me. Your great kindness will never be forgotten."
Shi Jingyang said calmly: "You think too highly of me, a case where human life is at stake is a big case.
These two cases caused a sensation in the capital, and now many people are waiting to see the outcome.
Waiting for the Yamen to give an explanation to the Lu family and an explanation to the people of the capital. How can I deal with it?"
Seeing Shi Jingyang's indifferent expression, Ning He knew in her heart that Shi Jingyang would not help her.
At this moment, Ning He felt that she was living like a joke. The man she longed to marry and relied on was extremely indifferent to her.
After seeing the truth clearly, what followed was overwhelming hatred. She hated Shi Jingyang, and even more hated the little bitch Ning Wei.
Ning He suppressed the hatred in his heart and asked with a worried look on his face: "According to the Master, how will the Yamen judge this case?"
Ning He believed that Shi Jingyang knew the inside story and tried to find out.
Shi Jingyang shook his head, "I'm not the presiding judge, so how do I know how the presiding judge will handle this case?"
Ning He asked: "There is really no room for maneuver in this case?"
Shi Jingyang thought for a while and said seriously: "That's not true. Before the case is announced to be closed, there should be opportunities, but you have to find the right person."
These words are truly true.
"Your Majesty, can you give me a hint?"
Shi Jingyang shook his head, "It's not that I can't, but I don't know either. Mrs. Zhao and Ning Yuanwai must know these things. Why don't you ask them?"
Ning He saw that Shi Jingyang would not tell the truth, so he stood up and said goodbye.
After taking two steps, Ning He turned around and looked at Shi Jingyang, Ning Yu, and Ning Wei. After a moment, he smiled at the three of them, then turned and left.
Ning Wei sighed: "She has a grudge against us."
Ning Yu said nonchalantly: "It's not like I haven't been hated by her before? Let her go. Qing'an, is the Yiyao Store case really going to be closed?"
Shi Jingyang nodded, "Yes, today and tomorrow."
"What will be the verdict?" Ning Wei asked.
Just as Shi Jingyang was about to speak, there was a knock on the door.
Ning Yu looked at Ning Wei and Shi Jingyang and said in a loud voice: "Come in."
Qingshan opened the door and came in.
When Shi Jingyang saw it was Qingshan, he frowned slightly and asked, "What's the matter?"
Qingshan leaned forward and said, "Sir, Qingyun is here to report that Mr. Lu has something to do with me."
Ning Yu and Ning Wei knew that the Master Lu mentioned in Qingshan's mouth was Lu Qichuan who was beside the prince and the commander of the guards of the East Palace.
Lu Qichuan is looking for Shi Jingyang, it is most likely that the prince is looking for him
Shi Jingyang stood up and said, "I have something to do, so I'll go and do it first. I'll talk about this later."
Ning Yu nodded and said goodbye to Ning Wei.
The two sent Shi Jingyang to the gate, watched Shi Jingyang's carriage go away, and then walked back.
Ning Yu asked: "Ah Wei, how much have you seen Qing'an recently?"
Ning Wei knew that Ning Yu was thinking wrongly.
Shi Jingyang has been acquainted with her for two lifetimes. It's not that he has seen her more or less recently, but he can't say this to Ning Yu.
Ning Wei looked at Ning Yu with a guilty conscience, shook her head, and explained: "Not many. When I lived in Baoping Lane before, I met him a few times because of Lingnan Shuangyang. After returning to Qili Street, I only met twice.
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Ning Yu looked sideways at Ning Wei and asked, "I've only seen him twice? Are you serious?"
Ning Wei raised her right hand and promised: "I have only met him twice. One time was the day of the accident at Yiyuan Drug Store. I got the letter and went out to watch the excitement and met Shi Shizi by chance.
One time was at Xingyu’s banquet, and the other time was today. Why are you asking about this? You shouldn’t be thinking nonsense, right?"
Ning Wei told the truth, so she spoke very calmly.
Ning Yu saw Ning Wei's extremely frank expression and thought that she had indeed not left the house these days, and he already believed it in his heart.
But after hearing Ning Wei's last words, he looked at Ning Wei and asked, "What are you thinking about?"
As soon as the words came out of her mouth, Ning Wei already regretted it. Why did she bother to ask more questions?
Ning Wei's face turned red instantly, "Brother clearly knows what I said, but he still asks on purpose."
Ning Yu said seriously: "Awei, I think Qing'an treats you differently. Shouldn't the marriage be called off?"
As an elder brother, Ning Yu hopes that his sister will find a good home, and Shi Jingyang is the one-in-a-million candidate.
Ning Wei shook his head and denied: "Brother, you think too much, how is it possible? It's impossible.
Even if Shizizi treats me a little warmly, it's all for his brother's sake.
Prince Shi and his elder brother are like brothers. I am his only sister, and our family is in such a situation.
Not only Shizi, but also Fourth Brother Yang, Second Brother Lu, and Fourth Brother Jiang treated me very kindly.
In the final analysis, it is their sympathy and pity for us.
Brother, please don’t think too much, lest you embarrass Prince Shi."
Ning Yu thought about it and felt that what Ning Wei said made sense, "I'm sorry, brother, I'm overthinking it. Seeing that Qing'an is very patient with you, brother thought that A Wei was feeling different because of Qing'an."
Ning Wei blurted out: "How is that possible? Prince Shi has a childhood sweetheart, someone who loves and adores him."
"Oh? Really? Who? Why haven't I heard from Qing'an?" Ning Yu asked curiously.
Ning Wei smiled and said: "With Shizi's temperament, why would he shout about this kind of thing everywhere?"
Ning Yu thought for a while and said: "Yes, it is related to the reputation of the girl's family. Qing'an will not talk nonsense. Ah Wei knows whose family this person is from?"
Although he felt a little disappointed, Ning Yu also had a gossipy face as it was a life-long event for his best friend.
Ning Wei nodded, "Yes. I know. Xing Yu told me that at Xing Yu's banquet last time, I also met the eldest lady of the Chengguo Palace."
"It's her." Ning Yu nodded with understanding, and then said: "The eldest lady of the Chengguo Palace is of the same family background as Qing'an, and they are of the same family. They are a perfect match."
Ning Wei nodded, "Miss Wu is not bad in appearance or talent. The marriage between the two houses makes them even closer to each other."
Ning Yu nodded, "That's right."
The brother and sister walked side by side, talking to each other, and unknowingly they reached a fork in the road. Ning Yu asked: "Do you still want to go to Liuyuan to sit down?"
Ning Wei shook her head, "No, I'll go back to Fangfeiyuan to make duck soup for my brother."
Ning Yu smiled and said, "Thank you. Ah Wei has been working hard these days."
Ning Wei smiled and said, "Brother is out of touch when he says this. We are brothers and sisters, the closest people in the world. Wei'er should take care of his brother."
Ning Yu raised his hand and rubbed Ning Wei's head, and said with a smile: "Okay, in this case, brother won't say anything anymore."
Ning Wei smiled and said, "Then Wei'er has gone back."
Ning Yu nodded. "Go!"
Ning Wei turned around and walked to the backyard. After taking two steps, Ning Wei suddenly thought of something and turned to look at Ning Yu and said, "Brother, from now on, we must be more careful when speaking in front of Ning He so as not to anger her."
Ning Yu nodded: "Okay! Listen to Ah Wei."
Ning Yu knew in his heart that now that he was living in the house, keeping a low profile and being patient was the best way.
Ning He came out of Liuyuan and went straight to Lingyun Garden. When he walked to the entrance of the courtyard, the concierge said: "Second Miss, Madam went out early in the morning."
In the garden on Changbao Road, Mrs. Zhao looked at Wan Zhentian and asked: "Is there no room for maneuver in this matter?"
Wan Zhentian sighed and said earnestly: "Xiao Man, this is the most beneficial thing for us.
As you know, Lu Fuyin belongs to the prince, and Mo Shaoyin is suppressed by Lu Fuyin. There is nothing we can do about it.
In order to keep Mo Shaoyin, do you know how many ways I have thought of? How many people have I begged? How much money have I given?
Xiaoman, you are a person who sees the overall situation. You know, if something happens to Mo Shaoyin, we will all be implicated. If the higher-ups find out, it will be a serious crime of confiscating the house and exterminating the family. "
Zhao was silent.
Wan Zhentian was worried that Zhao would not agree, so he continued to advise: "Xiao Man, you are a person who does big things. Those who do big things should not stick to trivial matters and be ruthless.
Huang Hengyuan is too courageous. Over the years, he has done many evil things behind your back. He deserves this end.
As for Sister He, although she only entered Prince Chen's palace as a concubine, it was not an injustice.
With Sister He's intelligence, no one in Prince Chen's Mansion can bully her.
As long as she wants it, she can fight for the position of princess.
In the future, if King Chen ascends to the throne, Sister He's status will be even more extraordinary."
Mrs. Xiao Zhao sighed and said: "But Sister He has a heart..."
Wan Zhentian reminded in a deep voice: "Xiaoman, you can't say these words again in the future, do you understand?
Looking at the world, how many people can have a relationship with the royal family? We must know our blessings and cherish them.
Sister He is a girl, how can she understand the importance of power?
If Prince Shi was even half-kind to Sister He, he would have come to propose marriage long ago.
Rather than letting Sister He's humble heart please someone who doesn't care about her at all, it is better to let Sister He marry into the royal family.
Sister He is young and doesn't understand these principles at the moment, but you, a mother, understand them.
Xiaoman, go back and talk to Sister He carefully. Especially the stakes involved, you must explain it clearly to Sister He.
Also, Sister He is so old, you can tell her some things so that she knows what to do."
Mrs. Zhao thought for a while, nodded and said: "I understand, I will go back and persuade Sister He."
Wan Zhentian nodded, "Be patient when talking to Sister He."
"I understand." Mrs. Zhao said as she stood up.
Wan Zhentian then stood up and said, "Let me see you off. You are tired these days. Let's let this matter go. You can have a rest. I will make arrangements for Huang Hengyuan's house. Don't worry."
Mrs. Zhao nodded, "Thank you!"
Wan Zhentian smiled, squeezed Mrs. Zhao's hand, and said warmly: "There is no need to be polite between you and me. Your business is my business."
"I know, I'm going back." Mrs. Zhao withdrew her hand.
Wan Zhentian nodded: "Go!"
On the other side, after Shi Jingyang's carriage left Ning Mansion, Qingyun reported: "Master, Master Lu asked me to go directly to Xinyuan Pavilion near Donghua Gate."
Shi Jingyang nodded, "Okay, let's go."
Qingshan drove the car to the backyard of Guangmingtang near Donghuamen. After Shi Jingyang got off the car, he entered the utility room on the first floor and then entered the yard next door through another door.
Shi Jingyang walked through two courtyards and arrived at the backyard of Xinyuan Pavilion. The guard saw him and bowed to Shi Jingyang, "Your Majesty."
Shi Jingyang nodded, walked up to the second floor, and met Lu Qichuan at the top of the stairs.
"Here it comes! Go in, I'm in the house."
Shi Jingyang nodded, "Okay!"
Shi Jingyang walked to the door, raised his hand and knocked on the door. The prince's voice sounded in the room, "Come in!"
Shi Jingyang pushed the door open and saw the prince and Pei Dongliu indoors.
Shi Jingyang first bowed to the prince and then bowed his hand to Pei Dongliu.
The prince said to Pei Dongliu: "Go and do your work first, and we'll talk about it later if you have anything to do."
Pei Dongliu bowed and resigned.
After Pei Dongliu retreated, the prince pointed to the chair opposite and motioned for Shi Jingyang to sit down.
After Shi Jingyang thanked him, he sat down opposite the prince.
Lu Qichuan brought tea in, and Shi Jingyang thanked him softly.
The prince took a sip of tea and went straight to the topic: "Today morning, my father appointed the third child to be responsible for Qiu Xi's affairs."
Shi Jingyang nodded slightly. Back then, the emperor also appointed King Chen to be in charge of the Autumn Festival. It was during this Autumn Festival that Liu Jinrui from the Prime Minister Liu's Mansion was instrumental in rescuing the emperor. The emperor transferred him from the Military and Horse Department to the palace as a minister.
bodyguard.
In the autumn of the last life, on the day when Mrs. Qian met Qiqi, Ning Yu was missing and his life and death were unknown. He was worried that Ning Wei wouldn't be able to accept it, so he kept it secret from her and only told her that Ning Yu was traveling.
On July 7th, he accompanied her to the temple to perform rituals for Mrs. Qian.
Therefore, in autumn, he asked the prince for leave.
Thinking about it now, Liu Jinrui's rescue was probably planned long ago.
"Qing'an, what are you thinking about? You are so lost in thought." The prince asked.
Shi Jingyang came back to his senses, bowed and said: "Go back to your highness, I am thinking about Qiu Nian."
The prince raised his eyebrows slightly and asked, "Oh? What do you think?"
Shi Jingyang said: "Taking this opportunity, His Highness will take the next few to have some experience."
The prince thought for a while, nodded and said: "Well, okay, let Qichuan make the arrangements. Is there anyone on your side who can give the list to Qichuan."
Shi Jingyang bowed and responded: "Yes, I understand."
The prince continued: "There is one more thing I want to tell you. Yesterday evening, the third child went to the Qinzheng Hall and told his father that he would take a concubine, and his father agreed."
When Shi Jingyang heard this, he immediately straightened his back and waited for the prince's next words.
Seeing Shi Jingyang's solemn expression, the prince frowned slightly and asked, "Who has Qing'an thought of as the third child?"
Shi Jingyang asked tentatively: "The second young lady from the residence of Wai Lang, Ning Yuan of the Ministry of Industry?"
The prince showed some appreciation in his eyes and nodded, "Yes, how did Qing'an come up with the idea?"
Shi Jingyang said: "On the day of my aunt's birthday, Miss Ning Er slipped and fell into the lake. It was King Chen who rescued her ashore. In addition, Ning Yuanwailang's wife, Zhao Shi, entrusted the matter to King Chen through her connections."
The prince nodded, "The third child wants to take the Chiyang Gang under his control."
Shi Jingyang asked: "How was the Yiyuan Drug Store case decided?"
The prince said: "The case at Yiyuan Pharmacy has been settled. Huang Hengyuan had bad intentions and harmed people's lives. The crime is unpardonable. He must be executed and the Huang family should be fined and compensate the Lu family 10,000 taels of silver."
Huang Hengyuan was solely responsible for the sale of counterfeit medicines in Yiyuan Drug Store. Lu Fuyin fined Yiyuan Drug Store 300,000 taels of silver and the matter was settled.
As for Mo Shaoyan, he was not careful in deciding the case this time and has received a demerit. We will wait until the end of the year to see his performance assessment for the year before deciding whether to stay or demote him."
