Chapter 841: Private Artillery Workshop Incident, Mei Changsu Banquet
Zhuo Dingfeng failed to assassinate him again, and he was even slightly injured. Although Xie Yu was very unhappy, she could only comfort Zhuo Dingfeng.
Even Zhuo Dingfeng, the most capable man under his command, couldn't do this. He knew that if he wanted to solve this matter by killing people, he would not succeed. Now he just hopes that the things Shen Zhui investigates are not too many, even if it bothers His Majesty.
There, the prince can also have less responsibility.
Mei Changsu thought about it for a long time, and finally made the decision not to tell King Yu about the private artillery workshop.
After Zhou Chen learned about Mei Changsu's decision, he also agreed very much.
"Xiao Shu, you did the right thing. King Yu's character is not worthy of trust. The people around the private artillery workshop are so innocent. We cannot let them lose their lives because of King Yu's selfishness."
Mei Changsu smiled bitterly and said: "To tell you the truth, I actually had a slight hesitation. Now that I think about it, I really feel sorry for my father's teachings. We want to achieve our goals, but we can't involve innocent people."
life."
"However, I still feel uneasy. We can find out about the private artillery workshop, but there is no guarantee that the people under King Yu will not find out. Although Qin Banruo of Red Sleeve Recruitment is not very wise, he has been lurking in the capital for a long time. Many high-ranking officials
There are people from the Hua tribe lurking in the nobles’ homes, and there are also Gray Harriers under King Yu’s command, who also have some abilities.”
"So in order to prevent Prince Yu from knowing about the private artillery workshop and having such thoughts, we must solve this matter as soon as possible. Just as you said, we will find a way to divert the black fire from the private artillery workshop."
Zhou Chen said: "The private artillery shop is the property of the prince. We have no one there. It is not easy to get rid of such a large amount of black fire without anyone noticing."
Mei Changsu said in a deep voice: "Let's try it first. If it doesn't succeed, we can only choose to attack by force and expose this matter completely. As long as it doesn't cause too many casualties, I will let Li Gang do this."
They will do it, and you will be responsible for secretly supporting them when the time comes."
Zhou Chen didn't have any objections. The people in the private artillery workshop were much worse than the elites of the Jiangzuo Alliance.
Zhou Chen and Mei Changsu moved very quickly. After making a decision, they immediately gathered people.
However, things went much smoother than they imagined. They successfully bribed the people working in the private artillery workshop and transferred more than half of the Black Fire without anyone noticing, and the price they paid was only a small amount.
A little less money.
Although their actions were very fast, just as Mei Changsu had worried, as soon as Shen Zhui's memorial was handed over and before Emperor Liang saw it, King Yu had already received the news.
The overjoyed King Yu immediately prepared to cooperate with Shen Zhui to impeach the crown prince, but Qin Banruo gave him an idea to make the matter worse.
So King Yu became cruel and decided to take the big shot, so he sent people to secretly go to the private artillery workshop, pretending to be staff, and took the opportunity to set the private artillery workshop on fire.
A large amount of black fire piled up together, and once ignited, it exploded rapidly, causing the private artillery workshop to be horribly blown up.
But fortunately, Zhou Chen and the others had already smuggled away most of the black fire, so the private artillery workshop exploded. Although it seemed that there was no movement, it actually destroyed the private artillery workshop and a few surrounding buildings. Except for the private artillery workshop,
Except for those who had no time to escape, there were not many casualties among the surrounding people.
But even so, dozens of people died in the explosion, and many others were seriously injured. It immediately caused a huge sensation in the capital and reached the ears of Emperor Liang as quickly as possible.
When Emperor Liang knew about this, he was furious. He was not angry because of the people who died, but more because this was his capital. Someone dared to cause such a big thing under his eyes, which made him feel that his own
His authority was challenged, so he became furious.
He called the prince in front of him and reprimanded him severely, but the prince was also prepared and directly pushed the matter to his subordinates, saying that he had no idea about the private artillery workshop.
Although Emperor Liang was angry, he still had feelings for the prince. Even though he knew that what the prince said was nonsense, he still took the initiative to help the prince to excuse himself in front of Shen Zhui, King Yu and others.
Although King Yu and Shen Zhui were very reluctant, there was no substantial evidence to prove that it was related to the prince, and Emperor Liang was partisan, so he could not cure the prince's crime at all.
But of course Emperor Liang would not let the prince go so easily. He already knew exactly what happened, so he punished the prince by confinement in the East Palace for two months, and he could not leave the East Palace unless summoned.
After sending away King Yu, Shen Zhui and others, Emperor Liang called the prince to the side hall and scolded him for a while. The prince knelt with his head lowered and did not dare to speak, so he could only listen to the lecture.
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Time flies, and more than a month has passed.
After the New Year, Mei Changsu renovated his Su residence, both inside and out, and also bought and opened up the house next to it.
Of course, other renovations are just to hide the truth from others, and the real purpose is to create an underground passage to connect the back-to-back Prince Jing's Mansion.
Today is the first time Mei Changsu has hosted a banquet after the new house was built, so Meng Zhi came to Su's house early.
"Xiao Shu, tsk tsk, I really can't tell. After you renovated it, I can't recognize it at all. Is this still the house I introduced to you? The remodel is so good."
Meng Zhi had already walked around the Su Mansion and looked at it again. The Su Mansion was not only bigger, but also more spectacular, countless times stronger than before.
Mei Changsu smiled and said: "The renovation this time did take some effort, but after the renovation, it will definitely be more comfortable to live in."
"Indeed, I haven't been here for a long time. When I came here this time, it was really much better than before."
Meng Zhi praised him a few times, and then said: "Isn't this your first time hosting a banquet since you came to the capital?"
Mei Changsu said as he walked: "Yes, the newly built courtyard can be lively if everyone comes together."
Meng Zhi asked with a smile: "I am really flattered to be invited by Jiangzuo Meilang."
Mei Changsu also smiled and said: "Commander Meng, the guests haven't even arrived yet, so you start acting with me?"
Meng Zhi laughed a few times, saw the tables and stools Mei Changsu had placed in the pavilion, and asked curiously: "How many people did you invite today, and how many places were there?"
Mei Changsu elaborated: "Of course there are Jingrui and Yujin, as well as the princess, Xia Dong, and Xiaochen."
"Xiao Chen is coming too. This kid is so powerful now that even I am no match for him. I have to practice hard these days and try to beat him."
Meng Zhi knew that Nie Feng had returned, also knew Zhou Chen's true identity, and even had a fight with Zhou Chen.
But what he didn't expect was that he, the second-ranked master on the Langya master list, would actually lose to Zhou Chen.
Mei Changsu said: "It's not that easy to defeat Xiaochen."
"But even if Xiaochen and I are included, there are only six people, and Nie Feng can't show up. Why do you put so many people there?"
"The princess will bring Mu Qing with her, and Sister Dong will bring Xia Chun with her."
Meng Zhi was immediately surprised and said, "Xia Chun is coming too?"
He knew that Emperor Liang had arranged for the Xuanjing Division to investigate the murder of the inner prison on the previous eve of the lunar calendar, with Xia Chun and Xia Dong being the main force.
Mei Changsu nodded: "Not only them, but there is also someone. Although I didn't invite him, I believe he will definitely come."
"Who?"
Mei Changsu smiled mysteriously and did not answer.
Zhou Chen often comes to the Su Mansion, so he can go in directly without having to report. When he reached the pavilion, he saw someone arriving before him.
"Brother Yu, you are finally here. I originally wanted to call you on the way, but Yujin is too lazy."
When Xiao Jingrui saw Zhou Chen coming, he was the first to stand up and said very happily.
Before Zhou Chen could speak, Yan Yujin took the lead and shouted: "Jing Rui, how do you arrange me? I'm already very fast, okay?"
"Jing Rui, Yujin."
Zhou Chen responded with a smile: "I don't live far away, it's just a few steps away."
After saying hello to them, he also said hello to Meng Zhi and the Mu family siblings.
When it was Xia Dong and Xia Chun's turn, he kept smiling.
However, when Xia Chun saw Zhou Chen, he stood up, clasped his fists, and performed courteous etiquette.
"I have heard of your Excellency Gong Ziyu for a long time, and I feel very honored to meet you today."
Zhou Chen politely replied: "Mr.
Mei Changsu said at this time: "Everyone is Su's friend. You can come here to give Su some face. Please take a seat. There is another distinguished guest who needs me to greet him personally. Please rest for now."
"
With that said, he walked outside.
Zhou Chen sat cross-legged on the cushion next to Xia Dong. As soon as Mu Qing saw Zhou Chen sitting cross-legged, he immediately prepared to imitate him and changed from kneeling to sitting cross-legged.
But as soon as he made a move, Mu Nihuang scolded him: "Sit tight, behave yourself."
Mu Qing had a bitter look on his face and mumbled in a low voice: "Brother Yu also sits like that. If you don't tell him, you insist on lecturing me."
Mu Nihuang glared at him, and he quickly shut his mouth and glanced at Zhou Chen, only to find that Zhou Chen ignored him at all.
The people present, Meng Zhi, Zhou Chen, Xia Dong and Mu Nihuang were all accompanying the performance. Xia Chun also had his own purpose in coming here. To say that the only ones who sincerely came to congratulate him were Xiao Jingrui, Yan Yujin and Mu Qing.
Most of them just come to join in the fun.
Xia Chun kept looking at Zhou Chen. Seeing that Mei Changsu hadn't come back yet, he couldn't help it.
"Brother Chen has been in the world for several years and has already ranked seventh on the Langya List's top ten masters. He is really a young talent with extraordinary talent."
Zhou Chen said humbly: "Master Xia is ridiculously complimenting me, and I don't deserve it. There are countless hidden masters in the world, but many people don't care about fame, so I am lucky enough to be on the Langya List; just like Master Xia's master, Xuan
Xia Shouzun from the Mirror Division has unfathomable skills and is admirable."
Xia Chun chuckled and said: "Brother Chen is being too modest. I heard that more than half a year ago, Brother Chen easily defeated Mr. Jiangdong. Now his martial arts must have improved further. It shouldn't be a problem to break into the top five, right?"
"No way, no way."
"By the way, I heard that Brother Chen has superb swordsmanship and is famous throughout the world. I wonder when I can see it?"
As soon as these words came out, the faces of everyone present changed slightly. Xia Dong took the opportunity to wink at Zhou Chen,
Zhou Chen understood and knew that Xia Chun suspected that he was related to the murder of the internal prisoner years ago and came to test him.
"Master Xia is joking. I am on the list of top ten masters not because of my swordsmanship. My swordsmanship is mediocre and mediocre, and I can't stand on the stage."
"Brother Chen..."
Xia Chun wanted to test again, but at this moment Mei Changsu came over with someone and interrupted him from continuing to ask.
Following Mei Changsu were King Yu and a woman. When everyone saw King Yu, they all stood up and saluted.
King Yu had a kind smile on his face and signaled everyone not to be formal. Like everyone else, he was here to attend the banquet.
Under Mei Changsu's reception, everyone sat down. Mei Changsu arranged King Yu's seat next to him to show respect. Qin Banruo placed a small table and knelt down behind King Yu.
side.
In fact, Qin Banruo was not qualified to participate in such a banquet, but since she was brought by King Yu, others could not say anything even if they were dissatisfied.
The servants who had already taken their seats served everyone wine and food one by one. Everyone was talking and laughing, but they were also enjoying themselves.
Another kind of wine was served, and Yan Yujin couldn't help but sigh: "This is the ninth kind of wine, right? Brother Su's dishes are just that. The best thing is that each dish is paired with a different wine. It's really
It has a unique flavor.”
King Yu smiled and said: "Yujin, you are a good drinker. Mr. Su has so many kinds of wine, can you name him?"
Yan Yujin picked up the wine glass and said, "This should be Qiu Yuebai."
Mei Changsu said to King Yu: "Yu Jin is a good drinker. It's not surprising to guess that."
Then he looked at Xiao Jingrui who seemed to be worried: "Jingrui, how many kinds can you taste?"
Xiao Jingrui raised his head and said: "I can't. I can only taste three kinds, one is Zhaodian Red, one is Bamboo Leaf Green, and the other is Sangluo Wine."
Yan Yujin next to him looked shocked: "No way, can you taste Zhaodianhong, Zhuyeqing and Sangluo?"
Xiao Jingrui explained: "During the Chinese New Year, Brother Qingyao gave a small jar to Xie Bi. I have tasted a little, so I remember it; as for the Bamboo Leaf Green and Sangluo Wine, it was when I traveled with Brother Yu before, Brother Yu invited me
for drink."
Yan Yujin's eyes suddenly widened: "You guys are drinking Zhaodianhong and you don't call me? I won't pay attention to Xie Bi anymore. And Brother Yu, you are too unloyal. Please treat Jingrui to drink Zhuyeqing and Sangluo wine."
, you actually didn’t invite me.”
Zhou Chen said with a smile: "Yujin, what you said is that when I first bought the mansion in the capital, you went to my place frequently, and a lot of the good wine from my place ended up in your stomach."
"Haha, that's true. Brother Yu is all about loyalty and magnanimity." Yan Yujin gave Zhou Chen a thumbs up.
Mei Changsu looked at the good atmosphere and said with a smile: "Speaking of fine wine, I have to mention my good friend Rakshasa. He is also a good drinker. Several of the fine wines we drank before were made by him.
The person who came out is the most knowledgeable person I have ever seen about wine."
As soon as these words came out, many people present looked surprised.
Yan Yujin asked curiously: "Brother Su, is the Rakshasa you are talking about the Rakshasa who is the deputy sect leader of your Jiangzuo League and ranked fifth on the Langya master list? Is he also a good drinker?"
"Yes, that's him. He's also a good drinker. Yujin, if you two are together, you will definitely have many topics in common."
"Brother Su, when you say that, I am really eager to get to know this Rakshasa brother."
Mei Changsu smiled and said: "It's a pity that he is not in the capital, otherwise I would definitely introduce you to him."
Xia Chun's eyes flickered a few times. Rakshasa had always been the target of his suspicion, but he was not sure whether Rakshasa was in the capital. Listening to Mei Changsu's tone, was Rakshasa really not in the capital?