(Two in one. Today, my son had a full-moon party and drank too much. I am so drunk that I can’t sustain it anymore, so I can only order this much. Sorry!)
In the city of Hangzhou, the death of the prefect Kang Zizhen caused great shock. After hearing the news, officials at all levels in the government panicked and didn't know what to do. Soon they reached a consensus and went to see the prince to confirm the matter. After all, there were rumors among the people.
Well, there are various versions. They feel that it is better not to act rashly at this time, but to ask the person involved. This matter is too important. If the report is untrue, it will cause trouble.
Guo Bing received the officials in the palace. To everyone's surprise, Guo Bing admitted that he had killed Kang Zizhen. However, it was a manslaughter rather than a deliberate killing. Guo Bing told the officials that he would personally report this matter to him.
The court explained that if there was any punishment from the court, he would bear it. He told the officials that what they had to do was to perform their duties and not cause chaos. They did not need to worry about other things.
All the officials were eager for this, and were worried about how to report the matter to the court. Since the prince confessed to killing someone and voluntarily reported the matter to the court, the rest of the people would not have to go through this muddy water. Kang Zizhen came to Hangzhou all the time, and he could not unite with everyone.
, which is already annoying. Now that he is dead, many people are secretly happy.
Of course, there were also some officials who were close friends with Kang Zizhen and immediately wrote a memorial to the court after returning. They absolutely did not believe what the prince said about the accidental killing, so they listed the rumors in the city of Hangzhou in the memorial, hoping to arouse the court's attention.
Pay attention to.
Guo Bing also made some gestures. He ordered people to pay for Kang Zizhen to make a good coffin and carry it to the Yamen for his family to collect the body. The funeral expenses were also borne by the palace. He also secretly sent someone to send 100,000 yuan.
Two silver coins were given to Kang Zizhen's wife Qin, saying that she expressed the prince's apology and asked them to express their condolences and send the body back to her hometown in Lingnan for burial as soon as possible. Kang Zizhen's wife Qin was a sensible person, although she understood her husband's death in her heart.
It was definitely not a manslaughter or an accident, but she understood that her husband was actually the one to blame.
Since Kang Zizhen became successful, he has completely changed. He has become arrogant and unsympathetic. Qin has advised Kang Zizhen many times to restrain himself and not to do things that are detrimental to the people and get scolded by them.
Don't have an inflated mentality and think you are great, and leave some room for things. In the past, when he was in a small county in Lingnan, Kang Zizhen would definitely listen to her advice and accept it humbly. But now, Kang Zizhen responded to her with a meal
Swearing.
Kang Zizhen even took in a teenage concubine without even asking Mrs. Qin's opinion. From then on, she even disliked him horizontally and vertically. Mrs. Qin had long been disheartened by Kang Zizhen.
Although she was also very hurt when Kang Zizhen was killed, she understood that this day would come sooner or later.
Qin's cleverness is that she knows that she must be aware of current affairs in this matter. He is the prince of Zhou Dynasty, a respected royal family. How can she still make a fuss? She makes such a fuss that the court kills the prince.
Revenge for your own husband? This is simply impossible. If others can kill your arrogant husband in front of everyone, and think he is the king of Hangzhou, you may do anything. It is better to hold the money than to be ignorant of current affairs.
She took her three children back to her hometown in Lingnan and lived a peaceful and contentious life. As for the revenge of Kang Zizhen's murder, that was not something that a woman like her could avenge.
So this woman made the decision, dismissed Kang Zizhen's concubines and servants, took Kang Zizhen's three children and coffin, and a hundred thousand taels of silver, and left Hangzhou to return to Lingnan the next morning.
Since then, there has been no news from them.
In sharp contrast to Kang Zizhen's wife Qin, Qian Zhongze's wife Zhao and daughter Qian Xing'er made serious mistakes.
Guo Bing also sent people to comfort and provide compensation. However, the mother and daughter did not appreciate it at all. They cursed Guo Bing and Lin Jue as murderers in front of the visitors. The mother and daughter spread the word on the street that Qian Zhongze was a murderer.
The prince and his son-in-law Lin Jue were killed. On the morning of the next day, the mother and daughter actually went to the front of the palace to cause trouble, and the other went to Lin's house to cause trouble.
Guo Bing sent someone to give him advice again and promised generous compensation. However, the mother and daughter took things even further. Thinking that the palace had wronged them, they even threatened to go to the capital to file a complaint and leave the matter to the emperor for review. In this way, Guo Bing
Of course Bing was extremely angry, and no one came to negotiate with them anymore.
But this time, they became even more angry. On the morning of the third day, they actually prepared carriages and horses with great fanfare and asked their servant Lao Xia to drive their mother and daughter out of the city to go to Beijing to file a complaint. This move finally cost them their lives.
life.
At the canal ferry in the north of Hangzhou City, the Qian family's carriage was suddenly frightened when it landed at the ferry crossing, and the carriage and the people fell down under the canal pier. When a group of people rescued them, Qian Xing'er and Zhao's mother and daughter
Both of them and Lao Xia, who was driving the carriage, had drowned. A person who participated in the salvage of the carriage later secretly told others that the horse pulling the carriage of the Qian family was missing a hoof when it was retrieved that day. It was simply a hoof.
What a strange thing. No matter how you slip, even if you twist the leg, one of the horse's hoofs will not be lost. It can only be cut off with a sharp knife. When it comes to the shore from the ship, this knife is enough to kill the horse.
If it falls into the water, it will cause disaster.
Of course, it was the work of the palace guards. He Chao sent several guards to follow the Qian family's carriage out of the city and boarded the boat with them. When they landed, a guard gave the horse pulling the carriage a knife in the leg and cut off the horse's leg.
One hoof killed the Qian family, mother and daughter, and Lao Xia.
In fact, Qian Xinger and her daughter did not remember what Lin Jue said to them on the dock that day. Lin Jue told them at that time to pack up their belongings and leave Hangzhou immediately, and go as far away as possible. They regarded these words as
Lin Jue actually predicted at that time that with Qian Xing'er's character, if she refused to give in, she might annoy Guo Bing. For Guo Bing, what does it mean to kill one or two more people? If this pair of mothers
If the woman had paid a little attention, I'm afraid she would have understood the meaning behind her words. Maybe she would not have been killed. But everything was irreversible.
…
The big ship arrived in Chuzhou three days later. According to the plan, Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang disembarked from the ship and headed overland to Funiu Mountain and Luoyan Valley. At around midnight, the big ship docked at Chuzhou North Pier, and Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang changed into men's clothes and got off the ship.
Lin Jue ordered people to put the more than 50,000 taels of silver they had saved into a cart for them to take away. Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang firmly refused to take it, saying that the money should be used to redeem their lives and should belong to Lin Jue.
all.
How could Lin Jue want their money? The two parties declined for a while, but it was Lin Hu who came forward and said a word that finally solved the problem.
"Two girls, money is also needed in the mountains. You two girls can't go into the mountains penniless. I have an idea. Now that the two girls are going to establish themselves in the mountains, why not use the money to buy some supplies and bring them into the mountains. In the mountains.
It is already difficult, and many materials are in short supply. Bringing materials into the mountains will make it easier to establish a foothold, and secondly, it will alleviate the urgent needs in the mountains. Wouldn't it be great?"
Lin Hu's words reminded Lin Jue, and Lin Jue smiled and said: "Xiao Hu is right. You two go to the mountains to live in peace, and you can't rely on people to support you. It's better to purchase some supplies and go to the mountains to open a small shop or something.
Yes. Let me give you a suggestion. There is a shortage of clothing and fabrics in the mountains. You two might as well purchase a batch of cloth materials and go into the mountains to open a sewing shop. There are tens of thousands of soldiers and civilians in the mountains, so business must be very good. Although there may not be anything in the mountains.
Gold and silver can be earned, but in exchange for some of the necessary materials for daily life, isn't it just to support yourself? If not, do you really have to cultivate the land? I'm afraid you two girls are amateurs in this area."
When Gu Panpan and Chu Xiangxiang heard what Lin Jue said, they stopped insisting. The two of them had indeed discussed privately in the past two days. Although Mr. Lin said they didn't have to worry about their daily necessities, the village would support them.
But they don’t want to be idle and rely on others to support them. It would be best if they can support themselves. But they are obviously incapable of farming and farming, but they don’t know what to do. Mr. Lin’s suggestion is very good, and the female red sewing
These things are also one of the skills they have learned. It is a good idea to open a tailor shop. It is not to make money. It only needs to be exchanged for some food, firewood or labor, and it can be regarded as self-reliant.
Because he was carrying a large amount of gold and silver and had to protect two women, Lin Hu was not qualified to do the job alone. The palace guards could not accompany him either. After all, they were going to Funiu Village, and this secret could not be known to outsiders. Bai Bing took the initiative to ask for orders, and
Lin Hu escorted Chu Xiangxiang and Gu Panpan into the mountain together. With Bai Bing escorting them, Lin Jue felt relieved. She alone could replace a small group of palace guards.
After bidding farewell to the group, the ship continued its journey. After passing Chuzhou, it had already walked less than half of the way. At the ship's sailing speed, it would take another five days to reach the capital. But as it got closer to the capital, Lin Jue's mood became more and more complicated.
It gets more complicated and tense. Because he knows that when the news of Kang Zizhen's murder reaches the capital, the capital will probably be in a state of excitement. When he arrives in the capital, the situation may be difficult to deal with.
Lin Jue made a decision. Before arriving in the capital, he must ask some things from the princess. Now is the best time.
The fifth day of May, the day before arriving in the capital, was also the traditional Dragon Boat Festival. Although they were on the boat, the princess and the princess still made rice dumplings according to the rules and took a moxa bath. Along the way, they also watched the dragon boat race on the border. In the evening of the same day,
After throwing a large pot of rice dumplings into the canal according to the traditional custom, Lin Jue set up a banquet and invited the princess to sit down for the Dragon Boat Festival dinner.
The princess has been in a low mood these past few days, thinking and worrying. Today during the Dragon Boat Festival, she watched some programs and enjoyed some customs to relax. So she felt a little better during the dinner. The princess is actually a cheerful person and loves to have sex.
During the banquet, Lin Jue and the little princess deliberately talked about some light-hearted topics, which made her feel happy. The little princess couldn't drink, so Lin Jue took the opportunity to toast his mother-in-law with several glasses of realgar wine.
After drinking several glasses of realgar wine, the princess was obviously a little drunk. Her face also turned slightly red.
"Lin Jue, you can't drink anymore. I haven't drank so much in many years. If I drink any more, I'm afraid I'll get drunk on the boat. It's not good to make a fool of myself while drunk. I can't drink anymore." The princess finally said
Blocking the wine glass that Lin Jue raised again.
The little princess also smiled and said: "Husband, my mother is not as good at drinking as you. Just have a few drinks to suit the occasion, but you still plan to get my mother drunk."
Lin Jue put down the wine glass and said with a smile: "I didn't think so. Wasn't my mother-in-law a good drinker when she was young? How could she get drunk with these few glasses of realgar wine? Today is the festival, don't I also want to make my mother-in-law happy?
"
The princess smiled and said: "How did you know that I was a good drinker when I was young?"
Lin Juedao: "Hey, didn't my mother-in-law say it herself? When I was in the capital, I traveled around with Concubine Rong, and she said that once while boating in the northwest lake, the two of them drank a jar of strong liquor."
The princess said in shock: "Did I say that? Why don't I remember?"
The little princess also looked at Lin Jue in confusion. Lin Jue smiled and said: "My son-in-law can still make it up. Of course my mother-in-law said these things."
The princess smiled and said: "I think I was drunk and couldn't remember it."
Lin Jue smiled and said: "My mother-in-law talked about what happened with Concubine Rong that day. My son-in-law thought it was very interesting. Can you tell me about those things again?"
The princess waved her hand and said: "Didn't I tell you everything that day? What else should I say? In fact, I and You Rong...um...Rong Guifei's relationship was very short. After I left Hangzhou, we rarely interacted with each other."
Lin Jue nodded, suddenly let out a long sigh, turned to look at the sunset outside the window and fell silent.
Guo Caiwei said hurriedly: "Husband, what's wrong with you?"
Lin Jue turned around and said with a forced smile: "Nothing, nothing. Let's eat vegetables, eat vegetables."
The princess frowned and said, "Lin Jue, if you have anything on your mind, just tell me. Why would you leave half of it behind? It makes people feel so confused."
Lin Jue smacked his lips and said, "My son-in-law just doesn't want to ruin the scenery. Today is the Dragon Boat Festival. Originally, my mother-in-law and Wei'er were very happy, but my son-in-law didn't want to spoil the atmosphere. But after listening to my mother-in-law's words just now, my son-in-law really couldn't be happy anymore."
ah."
The princess hurriedly asked: "Why is that?"
Lin Jue sighed: "The purpose of your mother-in-law's visit to Beijing this time is to plead with Concubine Rong. I thought that the friendship between mother-in-law and Concubine Rong was quite deep. Concubine Rong might be able to give me a helping hand in view of the friendship back then.
. But from what my mother-in-law said, it seems that you have not been in contact with each other for so many years, so your feelings must have become indifferent. After so many years, even if you were good friends at the time and haven't seen each other for many years, it will be completely worn away. If Concubine Rong rejects her mother-in-law
Sir, then the purpose of this trip will be in vain."
When the princess heard this, her expression became solemn. She sighed softly and said: "Yes, it's really confusing for the prince to cause such a thing. I don't know if I can succeed if I ask for help this time. But no matter what, I always have to
Just give it a try. I think Yourong is not so heartless, after all...after all...we still have friendship."
Lin Jue said softly: "Mother-in-law, forgive my son-in-law for saying a word of rebuttal. The prince's killing of Kang Zizhen this time is likely to have great consequences, and may even bring about the annihilation of Prince Liang's palace. My son-in-law
I’m not trying to be alarmist. I haven’t said this to you just because I’m afraid you’ll be worried.”
The princess panicked and said: "Is this matter so serious? Could it be that just because you kill someone, there will be such serious consequences?"
The little princess looked at Lin Jue and said angrily: "Why did my husband say these things to worry my mother? Didn't I promise not to say these things?"
Lin Jue waved his hand and said: "Weier, this is not a hidden matter. I want my mother-in-law to understand the heavy responsibility on her shoulders during this trip. Concubine Rong must come forward to speak to the Queen Mother before this can happen."
The matter will not be magnified. If the emperor cannot make the matter smaller, the consequences will be worrying. We are about to arrive in the capital, but now my mother-in-law's words make me feel anxious. I originally thought that my mother-in-law's intervention would be successful, but now it seems that it is not the case.
So, how can I not be anxious?"
"Then... what should we do? What should we do?" The princess turned pale, rubbed her hands and murmured: "I didn't know that the matter would be so serious, would it endanger the entire palace? I thought it would not succeed or not.
As for the seriousness, that’s why I told the prince that I could give it a try. If I had known this, I should have been more cautious. This is going to be troublesome."
Guo Caiwei hurriedly comforted her: "Mom, don't worry too much, there will always be a way. My husband will find a way."
The princess looked up at Lin Jue and said, "Yes, yes, Lin Jue, you have a quick mind, what do you think we should do now?"
Lin Jue said: "Mother-in-law, I actually don't have a good way. If I want to persuade Concubine Rong to help, the only way is to play the emotional card with her. We can't force others, can we? Unless we have some handle.
If Concubine Rong refuses to agree, then we have to force her to agree at all costs. After all, it is a matter of life and death for the palace, and we don’t care about anything else. But what can we do about Concubine Rong? Could it be that he had a relationship with Lu when he was young?
It’s up to her to talk about the affairs of the Minister, but she doesn’t have any deep connection with Minister Lu, so it’s not possible. My mother-in-law told you all the things you knew that day, but it doesn’t sound like there’s anything you can rely on.
.Hey, there’s no way, there’s really no way.”
Lin Jue shook his head and sighed deeply, his face full of sorrow. It seemed that he was helpless and extremely depressed.
"If Yourong refuses to go to the Queen Mother to plead for mercy, what is the worst result?" the princess asked blankly.
Lin Jue frowned and said: "My father-in-law and I have already discussed this matter. The worst result is...someone will take advantage of the opportunity and push my father-in-law to death. If the emperor chooses not to act in order to appease their anger, my father-in-law's life will be in danger."
Worrying. Prince Liang's Mansion... I'm afraid it will not escape destruction. What I'm most worried about is that this matter is not handled well. If the young prince does anything to get caught, the roots will be pulled out. Me and
Needless to say, Wei'er naturally doesn't end well."
The princess slumped back and sat on the chair, her face as white as paper.
Guo Caiwei hurriedly moved over to wipe the princess's chest, and said angrily to Lin Jue: "Husband, why do you say so scary things? If you say this again, I will be really angry."
Lin Jue hurriedly said: "Weier, don't be angry, I shouldn't have said anything. Mother-in-law, please take care of yourself, just think that my son-in-law is just farting. This is the worst result, and it is not certain to happen."
The princess waved her hands feebly and said: "Weier, don't blame him. If he doesn't tell me the truth, does he want me to be kept in the dark? My lord, oh my lord, this time I have found out something big. What should I do?
, Yourong, she may not be willing to speak for me."
Lin Jue said softly: "Mother-in-law, Concubine Rong was so good to you back then. Didn't you have any leverage? You can't hide it for her now. Now you have to force her to do things for us."
The princess was stunned, shook her head and said: "No, no, there is no reason."
Lin Jue sighed: "Mother-in-law, please don't be confused. Even I know about Concubine Rong and have heard some rumors. You and Concubine Rong are very close, how can you not know what happened to her back then? My son-in-law
I know that some things are indeed taboo or cannot be spoken out. But at this critical moment, what is more important to protect the palace and the prince? Besides, the son-in-law is not brainless, he will think carefully and will not be reckless.
.”
The princess frowned and pondered undecided. Her confusion at the moment made Lin Jue believe even more that the princess knew some secret things. But these were too sensational and she didn't dare to talk nonsense.
