A moment later, Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gaoxian, came to the study of Sima Song, the Marquis of Quliang, under the guidance of his family members.
In order to conceal himself from others, he was still wearing a gray cloak today.
When he saw Zhang Qigong, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin was slightly startled, but he was not too surprised.
After all, before Zhang Qigong defected to the crown prince Zhao Run, he was already famous when he was still assisting the old crown prince Zhao Yu. After the death of the old crown prince Zhao Yu, Zhang Qigong defected to the new crown prince Zhao Run and was entrusted with important tasks by the latter. Gao Xianhou Lu
Xin, as a member of the nobles of the Su-royal Party, had also heard about it.
However, he did not expect to see Zhang Qigong, a cruel official, in the residence of Quliang Hou Sima Song or Wei Shan.
As for the "Yang Yi" in black attire next to Zhang Qigong, although Gao Xianhou Lu Xin did not recognize the latter, he could vaguely guess that he was probably an assassin affiliated with "Double Crows", or directly
It is said locally that it is the secret power of Prince Zhao Run that is not visible in the water.
"God bless me, and my brother Xian has a good chance to escape from the murderous hands of the thieves..."
After glancing at Zhang Qigong, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin greeted Wei Shan with a smile.
Yes, Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, and Sima Song (Wei Shan), the Marquis of Quliang, were acquainted. After all, Wei Shan pretended to be Sima Song, the Marquis of Quliang and lived in Wei for more than 20 years. Of course, he had to deal with the nobles in the country, such as Gao
The wise prince Lu Xin had drunk wine many times and had some cooperation in the family business, but they did not expect that each other was actually the downline of Xiao Ni's development, or to put it simply,
Money bag.
Seeing that Gao Xianhou Lu Xin still called him Xian Xiong, Wei Shan sighed with a wry smile, spread his hands and introduced Zhang Qigong, saying: "Brother Lu, let me introduce you. This is the newly appointed "Captain of the Prince's Mansion", and also serves as the internal court officer of Chui Gong Palace.
"Minister Zhang Qigong, Mr. Zhang, was ordered by His Highness the Crown Prince to take full responsibility for the encirclement and suppression of Xiao Luan... This is Mr. Zhang's deputy, Yang Yi, the leader of the Black Crows."
"..."
Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, was really surprised when he saw Zhang Qigong open his mouth slightly.
He only knew that Zhang Qigong had defected to the prince Zhao Run, but he did not expect that he had now infiltrated the core group of the princelings, the "Captain of the Prince's Mansion". People like Gao Xianhou Lu Xin, who was immersed in the aristocratic system of Wei,
As soon as I heard this official name, I knew that this official position was actually more intimidating than "Minister of the Imperial Court in Chui Gong Palace".
Thinking of this, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin apologized and said with a bit of self-mockery: "I made you two laugh."
Zhang Qigong waved his hand. Of course he could understand Gao Xianhou Lu Xin's behavior just now, but it was because Lu Xin saw that he, an outsider, was in the study, so he had some words that were difficult to clarify with Quliang Hou Sima Song (Weishan).
That’s all.
"Yang Yi, close the door." After inviting Gao Xianhou Lu Xin to the table, Zhang Qigong told Yang Yi.
Yang Yi nodded, went straight to the study, closed the door, leaned against the door, folded his hands and closed his eyes, as if he was concentrating with his eyes closed, but in fact, he was concentrating on listening to what was going on outside the room.
"With just this, can you monitor what's going on outside the house?"
Since he had not been in contact with Yang Ji for a few days, Zhang Qigong did not know the capabilities of his deputy, so it was inevitable that he would feel a little murmuring in his heart.
But seeing that Yang Yi was so confident, he couldn't say anything else. Anyway, this mansion was full of Zongwei sent by the Zongfu, and Zhang Qigong was worried that someone was eavesdropping outside.
Thinking of this, he turned his attention to Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, and asked carefully, "Marquis Gao Xian, when did you arrive in Daliang?"
"I will be here when Daliang opens the city gate today." Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gaoxian, licked his lips, and after a slight hesitation, he said straight to the point: "Originally, I planned to stay in Daliang for a few days to see what was going on.
Then I tried to ask for an audience with His Highness the Crown Prince... Unexpectedly, I went to the Zongfu today and unexpectedly learned that Zhao Sheng, Lord Yao, had arranged a marriage for Brother Xian... For this reason, I decided to meet Brother Wei first.
.”
There is indeed no adulteration in his words.
After all, when he came here this time, although he intended to rebel and report Xiao Luan, due to various reasons, he inevitably had concerns in his heart. Unexpectedly, as soon as he arrived in Daliang and visited the clan mansion, he heard that Lord Yao Zhao Sheng was preparing to
Bringing together two people, Sima Song (Weishan), the Marquis of Quliang, and the daughter of Shangshi Pingqiu.
Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, was very clear about the details. It was simply that the Zongfu saw that Weishan, a fake guy, did not have the blood of the Sima clan of Quliang Marquis, so they found the daughter of the Shang clan who had the blood of the Sima clan.
At least we can continue the incense inheritance of Qulianghou Sima's family, so that the old Qulianghou Sima Fang, the tiger general of Wei, will not have any heirs.
In the view of Gao Xianhou Lu Xin, since Weishan wanted to marry the daughter of the Pingqiu Shang family, the imperial court would not burn bridges, in other words, it had truly pardoned Weishan's crimes.
Under such circumstances, Lu Xin, the high-ranking prince, dared to come to the house in person and take the initiative to "expose" himself. Otherwise, he might have to wait and see for a few days to find a way to see the prince Zhao Run, tell him the inside story face to face, and seek forgiveness.
Upon hearing this, Wei Shan couldn't help but smile bitterly, but Zhang Qigong touched his chin thoughtfully, nodded after a while and said: "This is... a good suggestion." After that, he turned to look at Wei
Mountain.
Seeing this, the bitter smile on Wei Shan's face became even thicker: "Master Zhang, you don't really want to force me to marry the daughter of the Shang family, do you?"
"Facts have proved that this is very effective." Zhang Qigong pointed at Gaoxianhou Lu Xin, and then said seriously: "Weishan, the court has announced your true identity. Now your title as Marquis of Quliang is not justified.
But if you marry the daughter of the Pingqiu Shang family, you can legitimately inherit the Sima family's incense. But now, those who were hesitant about the imperial court in Xiao Ninzhong will also abandon their doubts and rebel... Gao Xianhou
What do you think?"
Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, nodded. It was precisely because of this incident that he gave up his worries.
"No! I can't do it!" Wei Shan shook his head and refused.
Seeing this, Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, misunderstood and said with a strange expression: "Brother Wei, it seems that you have been in the Sima family for nearly twenty years, but in fact there is no difference between you and the Sima family..."
"It's not because of this." Wei Shan shook his head, and then explained to Gao Xianhou Lu Xin: "The clan government does not know that my good wife is still alive, so it wants me to marry the daughter of the Pingqiu Shang family..."
"Is your lady still alive?" Gao Xianhou Lu Xin opened his eyes and said in disbelief: "I heard..."
As if he had guessed what Gao Xianhou Lu Xin was thinking, Wei Shan clasped his fists in the direction of the palace and said gratefully: "Thanks to His Highness the Crown Prince, thanks to the Green Crows... and the Black Crows, Tui Jing and Quan Zi Er"
Everyone was lucky enough to escape." As he spoke, he put down his hands, looked at Zhang Qigong and said decisively: "Master Zhang, Tu Jing and Wei have been in love for more than 20 years. It was precisely because of Tu Jing that Wei fell in love with Xiao.
Rebellion. Therefore, this is the only thing I can't do no matter what."
Zhang Qigong was indifferent, but Gao Xianhou Lu Xin was very impressed by Wei Shan, the guy pretending to be Sima Song, the Marquis of Quliang. After all, he also had deep feelings for his wife Yang, whom he had obtained through domination during his playboy days.
Therefore, he couldn't help but help: "Can I take Shang as my concubine?"
Zhang Qigong shook his head and said calmly: "The Shang family must be the legitimate wife, and the son born to her can be the legitimate son and inherit the incense of the Sima family... Otherwise, the name is not justified. Furthermore, this marriage is a lineage.
The house is open and I can take her as a concubine?"
He laughed, with a hint of mockery.
After hearing Zhang Qigong's last sarcastic words, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin also suddenly realized: Indeed, wouldn't this be a slap in the face of the clan?
"In short, you must marry the daughter of the Shang family." He said something that could not be refuted. Zhang Qigong said before Wei Shan wanted to speak directly: "Don't forget, Wei Shan, because of His Highness the Crown Prince, you and your
Your wife and children were lucky enough to escape. Now, His Highness the Crown Prince has pardoned your crimes. The king's grace is so great. Just like what you said that day, even if you risk your life, you will capture and kill Xiao for His Highness the Crown Prince.
Luan, repay His Highness the Crown Prince's kindness, not to mention that there is no need for you to throw away your life right now..."
Wei Shan was speechless, and after a while he frowned and said, "But...but the Shang family's daughter is younger than my second son..."
However, Zhang Qigong no longer ignored him at this time, but turned to look at Gao Xianhou Lu Xin.
He said seriously: "Marquis Gao Xian, I wonder if you can help Zhang capture Xiao Luan?"
After hearing this, Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, quickly expressed his feelings: "Please convey it to His Royal Highness, Mr. Zhang, at your leisure. Lu Xin was young and ignorant at the time, and was coerced by Xiao Ni. Over the years, he was forced to provide money to Xiao Ni repeatedly, but
This is definitely not my true intention. I am willing to help His Highness the Crown Prince, help Lord Zhang capture and kill Xiao Luan, and beg His Highness the Crown Prince for mercy..."
Zhang Qigong nodded when he heard this and said with relief: "You can rest assured on this point. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has issued an edict, but anyone who abandons the dark and surrenders to the bright like Gao Xianhou will not be pursued. If we can provide the whereabouts of Xiao Luan, there will be another merit.
reward."
Hearing this, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin nodded, and after taking a breath, he said in a deep voice: "I don't know the whereabouts of Xiao Luan. I just heard rumors that he seems to have escaped to Wei and Song...
"As he said that, he saw the disappointment in Zhang Qigong's eyes, and quickly added: "But I think I may know the whereabouts of that 'Mr. Gong'."
"Mr. Gong? Gong Zheng?" Wei Shan interrupted with a frown.
Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, nodded and lowered his voice and said: "In recent years, I have followed Prince Chengling, Marquis Anping and others, and my family has become increasingly prosperous. Therefore, the palace requires me to transfer a sum of money every six months.
They will be escorted to a place and Xiao Ni will take over... With Master Zhang's resourcefulness, as long as he plans well, he will surely be able to catch several of Xiao Ni's repeat offenders."
"Where?" Zhang Qigong asked tightly.
At this time, Gao Xianhou Lu Xin suddenly sat up straight and said softly: "It's not that I can't trust Mr. Zhang, but I still hope to get a pardon from His Highness the Crown Prince! ... Mr. Zhang, is this request not too much?"
Looking at the cautious gaze of Gao Xianhou Lu Xin, Zhang Qigong smiled, took out a pile of silk that looked like an imperial edict from his arms, and placed it on the table casually.
He randomly picked out a copy and spread it out. To his surprise, it was an edict of pardon without adding his name, stamped with the royal seal enshrined in Chui Gong Hall and the private seal of Prince Zhao Run.
This made Sima Song, the Marquis of Quliang, and Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gaoxian, stunned.
"Pa"
Holding the amnesty edict with the name blank between his two fingers, he threw it into the arms of Gaoxianhou Lu Xin. Zhang Qigong crossed his index fingers on the table and looked at Gaoxianhou Lu Xin intently: "Tell me now, that place
Where."
Lu Xin, the Marquis of Gao Xian, carefully read the pardon edict in his hand, folded it carefully and put it in his arms, and then uttered a place name from his mouth.