Chapter 1128: Innocent implicated, Sheng Hong was detained
Zhou Chen stayed in Guangyuntai for more than two hours, and then left Guangyuntai with Gu Tingye.
In fact, Gu Tingye is not as degenerate as the rumors outside. He is a bit of a playboy, but it is not as exaggerated as the rumors say.
Most of the stigma attached to him was framed by other members of the Gu family, as well as deliberate corruption by Mrs. Qin and the elder man of the Gu family.
Except for his stepmother Qin, who was the most hidden, Gu Tingye actually knew who did it, but he didn't refute it. He knew that even if he refuted it, no one would believe it, not his father, nor anyone outside, so
He didn't bother to give those useless explanations.
Gu Tingye's steps were sloppy and he was supported by stones.
"Brother, that's awesome. I haven't met anyone who can drink better than me. I'm convinced today."
"Okay, you drank too much today, Shitou, take Zhonghuai back."
Shitou saluted Zhou Chen: "Master Hou, then I will take our young master back first."
"Go ahead."
When Zhou Chen returned to the mansion, it was almost midnight. Although Hua Lan was lying on the bed, she still did not fall asleep.
When she heard the sound of Zhou Chen opening the door, she sat up immediately, and then she felt inexplicably aggrieved.
"I thought you weren't coming back."
Zhou Chen felt it was funny, walked over and hugged her body.
"If I don't come back, where else can I go?"
"Who knows, it's not like you can't stay overnight in that kind of place."
Zhou Chen smiled and said, "What are you thinking about? I went to drink and listen to music with Zhong Huai today. If I wanted to go to that kind of place, I wouldn't have not gone there for so many years. We have been married for many years, and you still don't understand me?"
"
Hua Lan's face turned slightly red, and she said sheepishly: "Of course I understand, but, I'm afraid that you will be led astray by Gu Tingye. Who among the powerful people in Tokyo doesn't know what kind of person he is."
Zhou Chen said: "He is not as bad as you think. In fact, he is still very good and worthy of close friendship. As for his stigma, haha."
Hearing Zhou Chen's tone, Hua Lan asked strangely: "Are his stigmas false?"
"It's not fake. I can only say that it's hard to distinguish between true and false. I won't go into details. The exam results will be released in a few days. I passed Changbai in the exam. He should be fine in the exam this time. With any luck,
, there is also hope for the top ranks of the First Class A League."
"Really? Changbai can really pass the exam?"
When Hualan heard this, she was overjoyed. Sheng Changbai was her biological brother. If he could pass the exam, she, the eldest sister, would also have a bright face.
"High probability."
"That's great. I'll go there and see for myself on the day the results are released."
"If you want to go, go, but there will definitely be a lot of people and chaos on the day when the results are released. Bring more guards then."
"Okay, by the way, officer, my fourth brother also took part in the examination this time. I don't know if he can pass."
"Hard to say."
Zhou Chen is not even close to his brother-in-law. The fourth child is somewhat talented in reading, but he is not sure whether he can succeed because he has not had any in-depth communication with the fourth child.
Know what his knowledge is.
"I hope he can win. Although the second brother and the fifth brother got the military attache status with my help, their futures are limited. If the fourth brother can win the Jinshi, I may be able to have a good future if I put in more effort."
For a family to be strong, it is not enough to rely on one person. The more promising people there are, the stronger the family will be. He has no conflict of interest with his brothers, so he will help as long as he can.
In a blink of an eye, it was the day when the examination results were released. On this day, the gate of Gongyuan was several times more lively than before when the examination started and ended.
Because today is the day when the results are released, the future of many people will be decided. Many people come to join in the fun, and many want to catch their son-in-law under the results.
But soon, some people were happy and some were sad.
Hua Lan went to see the list and didn't come back until evening. When he came back, he was even a little tipsy.
"Are you drinking?"
Zhou Chen was very surprised. Hua Lan had been married to him for several years and had always been very self-controlled. He rarely got drunk like this.
Hua Lan smiled sweetly: "Well, I'm happy today, so I'll eat more. Officer, you guessed it right, Changbai won, ranking ninth in the first grade."
"I already know, it is indeed worthy of joy."
Zhou Chen had already received the news, and he was quite surprised. He remembered that in the plot, Sheng Changbai won the first and thirteenth place, but now a butterfly effect has occurred, and he actually won the ninth place, improving several places.
"My lord, you don't know how happy my father and mother are. Today they are discussing how to propose marriage to Changbai, and they even asked me for my opinion, but I don't have any good suggestions."
Hualan, who was slightly tipsy, obviously talked a lot more than usual and seemed very excited. Zhou Chen could only smile and nod in response.
Hua Lan talked for a long time before falling asleep under the care of Zhou Chen and Cui Chan.
Zhou Chen told Cui Chan: "Cui Chan, Xu'er is being taken care of by Xing'er. You go take care of Xu'er. Step-by-step is sleeping at my mother's place."
When Cuichan heard this, she immediately said: "Master Hou, then I will take care of Brother Xu first, and I will leave the girl to you, Master Hou."
"Don't worry, go ahead."
As soon as Zhou Chen lay down on the bed, Hua Lan wrapped himself around him like an octopus, his red face looked really pleasant.
I was tipsy when I first came back, but now I'm starting to get drunk.
"hehe,"
Zhou Chen found it funny. It was the first time he saw Hua Lan in this state. It was really interesting.
Hua Lan woke up early the next morning. Hua Lan was already awake. Recalling her behavior last night, she felt extremely embarrassed. She pulled Zhou Chen to prevent Zhou Chen from spreading the news. As a result, Zhou Chen made fun of her again.
On a morning court a few days after the trial, Zhou Chen was about to leave after the morning court, but Li Neiguan suddenly ran over and said that he was summoned by the officials, so he followed Li Neiguan to Chui Gong Hall.
"I pay my respects to Your Majesty."
"Zhou Qing is here."
The official stood in front of a painting and looked at it carefully.
"Every time I see this painting by Zhou Qing, I will remember that year, when you were still young and came to the palace with your father for the first time to attend a banquet. Your performance that year really surprised me.
Even after so many years, I still remember it fresh."
Seeing that Guan Jia actually recalled it, Zhou Chen immediately realized that there was a problem and recalled it when nothing happened. This was not a good sign.
"I was young and frivolous back then. If Your Majesty hadn't been generous and agreed to let me perform my skills in front of His Majesty and the princes, how could I have received His Majesty's generous rewards?"
"Hahaha."
The official laughed and said, "You are not as funny as you were back then. You were so young and crazy. It is really an unforgettable memory. I have met many people in my life, but I still like you very much. I liked the way you were back then."
A fearless aura.”
Zhou Chen said: "When people are young, they don't need to bear heavy pressure and can be as frivolous as they want. But as they grow up, the pressure becomes heavier and heavier, and things will always change. I think this should be growth."
"Growing up? Interesting, Zhou Qing, you know, I just like to listen to you talk, because you are different from those people. You talk very interestingly and always get to the point."
The official walked back to the case and sat down, his smile gradually fading.
"At the end of the morning session today, I left several officials behind. One of them is your father-in-law Sheng Hong. Do you know why I left them alone and called you here?"
Upon hearing this, Zhou Chen immediately realized what had happened, but he deliberately showed surprise.
"My lord, I don't know."
"I really don't know?"
"Your Majesty, I really don't know."
The official chuckled lightly and said: "I let you serve as the commander of the Ma Army Division just because I trust you. You have lived up to my trust in the past few years. I have also heard that you have been very successful in running the family since you ascended the throne.
It is very strict and does not allow family members to discuss the government affairs, nor does it allow family members to participate in the establishment of heirs. This is a good thing, and you are doing the right thing."
"I don't dare to be praised by your Majesty. This is my duty. I only know that my current achievements are all due to your majesty's trust. I can learn from your loyalty to your majesty."
"Zhou Qing, of course I trust you, but I don't know if your father-in-law has the same idea as you."
The official's tone was full of danger. He still trusted Zhou Chen, otherwise he would not have allowed Zhou Chen to become one of the leaders of the Forbidden Army around him. It was only the words of the third son of the Sheng family a few days ago that made him dissatisfied.
He detained Sheng Hong, tested and warned Zhou Chen about this.
"Your Majesty, I can guarantee that my father-in-law, like me, is dedicated to serving the public and is very loyal to Your Majesty, and will never do anything disloyal or unjust."
"You dare to say that I have long heard that you and your eldest wife have a deep relationship. Now it seems that it is indeed the case."
The official suddenly waved his hand and said, "Zhou Qing, I trust you, and I hope you won't let me down."
"I will never betray His Majesty's trust, and I am willing to do anything for His Majesty, even to the death."
"go Go."
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I will take my leave."
Zhou Chen left Chui Gong Hall, with a serious expression on his face, and walked out of the imperial city silently.
He knew that Sheng Hong was detained because of Sheng Changfeng's drunken gaffe, but he didn't expect that the officials not only detained Sheng Hong, but also became suspicious of him, and called him over specifically to test and warn him.
But he is not nervous. The emperor's mentality cannot be completely trusted by anyone, and he also knows that the officials have no murderous intentions. Sheng Hong is still somewhat quick-witted and should be able to overcome this difficulty.
However, what he paid special attention to was that Guan Jia's health was getting worse and his suspicions were getting worse. At this time, the slightest sign of trouble might lead to suspicion, so he should be more cautious in the future.
It was already past noon when Zhou Chen returned to the Hou Mansion, and Hua Lan hurriedly greeted him.
"Officer, why did you come back so late today? I didn't ask anyone to serve the food before you came back."
"The official left me here to talk. We were delayed. Let's not eat anymore. Let's go to Sheng Mansion together. Your family is probably going to be in chaos now."
"ah?"
Hua Lan looked confused: "What does the official mean by this?"
"My father-in-law has been detained in the palace by the officials. I will tell you the details after I meet my grandmother and your mother."
"What, my father was detained in the palace?" Hua Lan's face changed greatly.
As Zhou Chen expected, Sheng Hong never returned. Mrs. Wang soon became unable to sit still. She could not even eat and was worried all the time.
Zhou Chen and Hualan quickly arrived at Sheng Mansion and immediately went to Wei Ruixuan.
"Hua'er, Mr. Hou, you came just in time. Your father hasn't come back yet. Did something happen?"
As soon as Wang Ruofu saw Zhou Chen and Hua Lan, he immediately greeted them, and then asked Zhou Chen eagerly.
Hua Lan spoke quickly: "Mom, the officials said that my father has been detained in the palace by His Majesty."
"What?"
Wang Ruofu's vision went dark, and he fell backwards. Fortunately, Hua Lan and Ru Lan, who followed, had quick eyesight and quick hands, and they saved her from falling.
Wang Ruofu stood still in a panic, and then asked Zhou Chen in panic: "Master Marquis, what is going on? Why was he suddenly detained by His Majesty?"
Zhou Chen said in a deep voice: "Mother-in-law, this is not the place to talk. Let's go to Shou'an Hall to see my grandmother. I'll tell you what's going on."
"Okay, okay, go now, hurry up."
Wang Ruofu lost his sense of control, and with the support of his two daughters, he headed towards Shou'an Hall.
In the Shouan Hall, the old lady sat at the top and Wang Ruofu sat on the chair on the right, already crying.
"So, you were also called over by the officials for questioning, and the officials also talked about Hong'er?" The old lady didn't look good after hearing Zhou Chen's words.
Zhou Chen said in a deep voice: "Yes, it was said to be a question, but in fact it was a test and warning from the officials. If I guessed correctly, the reason why my father-in-law was detained by the officials was related to the establishment of an heir.
.”
"What?"
Mrs. Wang became even more frightened and said incoherently: "How is it possible? He is a cautious official. How can he be involved in the establishment of an heir?"
The old lady was also confused and said: "I still know him. He is good at protecting himself wisely. There is no way he will be involved in the establishment of an heir. Did you guess wrong?"
Zhou Chen said: "I won't be wrong. Simply detaining people in the palace shows how angry the official family is. There are not many things that can make the official family angry nowadays. The most likely thing is related to the establishment of an heir. My father-in-law is cautious.
, it is unlikely that he will be involved in the establishment of an heir, but if someone in the palace makes a mistake and talks about the establishment of an heir, or even talks about the fight between King Yong and King Yan, this matter will definitely be blamed on my father-in-law in the end."
The old lady's eyes flashed: "You mean, it's not necessarily him who caused the trouble. It's possible that the family members said something wrong and the officials knew about it, which made the officials angry and implicated him, and then put him
Detained in the palace?"
"Yes, but this is all my inference. It's hard to say what the truth is."
"Then who do you think it will be from the house?" The old lady stared at Zhou Chen with bright eyes.
Zhou Chen didn't answer, just said: "I can't say."
It was hard to say, rather than not knowing. This answer made the old lady understand.
"According to your conclusion, is your life in danger if you are detained in the palace?"
Zhou Chen said: "If the officials really want to execute them, they won't just detain them. I estimate that their lives will not be in danger, but they will definitely suffer some hardships. As for whether it will affect the future official career, it depends on my father-in-law."
If your Lord's own creation can dispel the anger and suspicion in the hearts of officials, then it's nothing. If not, then..."
After hearing this, Mrs. Wang swayed again. Now that Changbai had just won the Jinshi, if something happened to Sheng Hong, it would definitely have an impact on Changbai.
More importantly, once something happens to Sheng Hong, the entire Sheng family will suffer as well.
Thinking of this, Madam Wang couldn't sit still and rushed to Zhou Chen.
"Master Marquis, Sanlang, you have many connections and are trusted by the officials. Please help me find a way to plead for the officials. The officials are Hua'er's father. You are Hua'er's husband. You must help the officials."
