When Yu Wenhao was holding Yuan Qingling and walking back to Prince Chu's Mansion, Yu Wenhao was still trembling.
He didn't dare to think about the consequences if he came a step too late.
When he saw Chu Mingcui rushing over and grabbing Yuan Qingling's neck from a distance, despair filled his heart at that moment.
There was a flood in Prince Qi's Mansion, and Lao Qi was trapped in the fire. The fire burned so hard that it quickly cut off Lao Qi's escape route.
The most important thing is that Lao Qi actually passed out and had no idea that there was a fire.
The Ghost Guards arrived first, but the fire was out of control at that time. Once the fire started burning, you could feel the flames burning you within ten feet.
Lao Qi has always been arty. Most of his houses are made of wooden buildings, and the entire gatehouse is made of beech wood. Once it burns, it will form a sea of fire, and the ghost guards cannot get close at all. Although they rushed in at the risk of death, they could not carry him with them.
King Qi rushed out again.
When they arrived, the fire was completely out of control and spreading to the surrounding area.
In order to avoid burning nearby houses, the fire must be extinguished as soon as possible.
He and Lao San went to rescue Lao Qi. After pouring water from the dragon for a long time, they finally destroyed the gate tower and rescued Lao Qi.
But before things calmed down here, someone from Prince Sun's Mansion came to report that a thief had entered the mansion, kidnapped Prince Chu's Mansion and Princess Qi, and even seriously injured Ah Si.
At that time, he was in a panic and didn't know where to look. He led his people to search around the capital like flies with their heads covered, but to no avail. The coolies at the dock came to report that someone had kidnapped Princess Chu and went into the water. He immediately led his people
Go chase.
He now knew that Man'er was the one who asked coolies to retaliate. He put Yuan Qingling on the bed with a dull feeling in his eyes, and stroked her pale and bloodless face. His fingertips were still trembling violently.
Yuan Qingling hadn't woken up yet, she was as weak as an injured petrel and lifeless.
Aunt Xi and her other aunts rushed in, grabbed Xu Yi and asked about the situation. Xu Yi informed them that the princess was injured, but it was not life-threatening, so everyone felt at ease.
Yu Wenhao locked everyone outside, changed Yuan Qingling's clothes, and opened the door again.
"Xu Yi, bring me a glass of wine." Yu Wenhao ordered with a trembling voice.
Xu Yi knew that he was scared, so he quickly poured him a glass of wine.
Yu Wenhao's fingertips holding the wine glass turned white, and his narrow eyes were filled with coldness. He raised his head and drank it all in one gulp, which made his breathing slowly become smoother.
"Prince, don't worry. Just now on the ship, the ghost guards said that the princess is fine." Xu Yi comforted her.
Yu Wenhao's eyes were dark with no end in sight, and he said in a cold tone: "Where has Chu Mingcui been sent?"
Xu Daodao: "The ghost shadow guard wants to send him back to the Chu family."
Yu Wenhao's eyes became colder and colder, "Go and send a message to the first assistant. This is not a family matter. I hope the first assistant will not deal with it privately."
Xu Yiyi was stunned, "This...what do you mean, Your Majesty?"
Yu Wenhao said expressionlessly: "Jingzhao Mansion is responsible for the security of the capital. This is a deliberate arson and murder case. You go to Jingzhao Mansion to convey my order and let the Prime Minister personally take people to Chu's house to get the person."
Tang Yang walked in quickly and said: "Your Majesty, let the chief assistant handle it privately. If this matter goes to the Yamen, there is such a big case in the capital, and the Jingzhao Mansion is accused of poor inspection, then even if everything goes smoothly
If Chu Mingcui is punished, you will also be held accountable."
Yu Wenhao's face was gloomy, "I have indeed neglected my duty. If my father asks me for the crime, I will plead guilty. What do you have to be afraid of?"
Tang Yang said: "Your Majesty, Chu Shoufu will definitely punish him severely, and Chu Mingcui is seriously injured. Even if he is not executed, he may not be able to pass this test. Why do you need to put yourself in it?"
Yu Wenhao raised his sinister eyes, and the sharp light in his eyes was like the sunlight reflected in the vast snow, which made people dare not look directly. His voice did not have any warmth, "Tang Yang, she arranged this matter, don't move."
She first set fire to lure away the ghost guards, then lured people into Prince Sun's Mansion, severely injured Ah Si, and kidnapped the princess. Is this what she can do alone? She, a woman, can tease so many princes in the current dynasty in the palm of her hand.
Above? You believe it, but I don’t believe it. I know very well how capable Chu Mingcui is."
Tang Yang was startled, "This..."
"I believe she can barely set fire to Prince Qi's Mansion, but in fact, upon closer inspection, this fire is not simple at all. Moreover, in Prince Sun's Mansion, with her own strength, she can lead wolves into the house, kill people, and then arrange
Finding the escape route and setting the ship was not something she could do alone."
Just contacting the killer requires someone to pull the strings.
The killer organization has a well-organized plan behind it and will not accept private orders easily.
Moreover, they are also very particular about rules. They basically do not take the heads of the royal family and officials, so as not to be blamed.
But they entered Prince Sun's Mansion directly. As for the fire in Prince Qi's Mansion, they set it off very skillfully, and it was not something that just a maid could do.
Two groups of people are carrying out this conspiracy at the same time. Will Chu Mingcui be able to control it?
Tang Yang came back to his senses and said with a white face: "Your Majesty is very considerate, but this humble position lacks consideration."
Yu Wenhao sat beside Yuan Qingling's bed and said coldly: "You are afraid that I will offend Chu Shoufu, and you are afraid that I will be accused of dereliction of duty. But if the person behind it is not found out, I will have trouble sleeping and eating."
Tang Yang said: "In that case, I should go to the Chu family in person and say, Xu Yi, go to the Yamen and pass on the prince's order."
The two of them went their separate ways.
Aunt Xi ordered Lu Ya to fetch hot water and wipe the princess's face and body.
When the hot water was brought, Yu Wenhao said secretly: "You all go down and prepare some porridge for the princess to eat when she wakes up."
Everyone took the order and retreated.
Yu Wenhao wet his hands and gently wiped Yuan Qingling's face with his fingertips. There was a lot of blood on her face, which had already solidified.
There was no injury on her face and the blood was not hers.
But when he first saw it, his heart still stopped beating.
This was the second time. If he was frightened like this again, he thought he would die.
Today he found out that she fell into Chu Mingcui's hands. At that moment, he was so desperate that he gave up any hope.
In these days, all his assumptions and expectations for the future have collapsed. The feeling of despair cannot be eliminated even when he sees her lying in front of him.
The fingers were warm, but her face was cold.
He almost shed tears.
When Yuan Qingling woke up, she saw his hand touching her face, and her eyes were red.
All the strength in her body was gone. Her whole body felt like it had been run over by a wheel. It was painful and sore. She felt weak even when she opened her eyes.
"Are you awake?" He looked at her dreamingly, raised his lips and smiled, but tears actually fell.
Yuan Qingling looked at him, tears welling up in her eyes. She slowly raised her hand, swept away the tears on his face, and said weakly and hoarsely: "I'm fine."
"I know." There was a faint trembling at the corner of his lips, "If something happens to you, the sky will fall."
Yuan Qingling wanted to turn around and face him, but as soon as she moved, the pain caused her to close her eyes and cry softly.