Chen Zihua's funeral was held with utmost honor and dignity. There were countless famous people present. Looking at it, almost all of them were world-famous characters.
It was a pity that Lu Hanjiang did not come to this funeral, which was comparable to a state banquet. It was not because Chen held a grudge and did not notify him, but because he was too lazy to go.
Lu Hanjiang's absence also led to a series of unavoidable problems. For example, regarding the truth about this assassination case, many good people in the capital linked him to Jin Yiwei's evil hand.
For so many years, the fear that Jin Yiwei has brought to the ministers in the capital is indelible, so even if Chen himself comes forward to clarify that the matter has nothing to do with Jin Yiwei, there are still many people who are willing to believe that this is the truth.
Talking back to the funeral held by the Chen family in Yunzhong for the family head, although Lu Hanjiang did not attend, the Lu family sent people to mourn. Perhaps because Lu Yannian had a feud with Chen Zihua during his lifetime, it was Lu Shangshu's son who came forward this time.
, Lu Hongwen.
Lu Shangshu's eldest son is now serving as an official, so he asked his second son to express his condolences, which is considered very important.
After paying homage to the mourning hall on behalf of my father and the Lu family, a young master of the Chen family came to entertain Lu Hongwen.
"Brother Lu, long time no see." It's not difficult to see the reluctance in Mr. Chen's smile. It's no wonder that no one can smile at the moment when his father is dead.
"I've met Brother Chen." Lu Hongwen returned the gesture and followed him to the inner room to have tea.
This man, Lu Hongwen, was no stranger to him. They were classmates five years ago. His name was Chen Heguang. He was the eldest son of the deceased Chen Zihua, and he was also the next generation person destined to be in charge of the Chen family.
The two young men came to the inner room and sat across from each other to have tea. Lu Hongwen picked up the tea and said with some emotion: "Brother Chen left the Imperial College back then, but it made all the masters very sad."
The two were about the same age. Chen Heguang had lived in Beijing for a period of time and also studied in the Imperial College like Lu Hongwen. Unfortunately, within a year, the other party was hastily recalled to the clan, and the two had no intersection since then.
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"Haha, Brother Lu is so ridiculous. There were many outstanding people in the Imperial College back then, and in terms of speaking ability, how could these thirty minor figures catch the attention of all the masters?"
Chen Heguang sighed and shook his head. He looked at Brother Lu and said sincerely: "Brother Lu, you and I are old acquaintances. I won't beat around the bush today. Since Uncle Lu sent you here, it means that Mr. Lu now treats me well."
You are still not hostile, right?"
Lu Hongwen nodded and said: "My father often said that aristocratic families are connected by the same spirit. Now that the Chen family is suffering from this disaster, if you have anything to help, just ask. In the capital city, I, the Lu family, are still a bit thin.
of."
Hearing this, Chen Heguang stood up and saluted gratefully: "Uncle Lu is indeed a distinguished figure in the family... Please accept my respect!"
"You can't do that!" Lu Hongwen quickly supported Chen Heguang.
After that, the two of them chatted for a while about the past events of the two families. Seeing that the time was almost up, Lu Hongwen said goodbye, and Chen Heguang personally sent him out of the house.
When Chen Heguang returned to the inner room, the smile on his face quickly disappeared, replaced by a touch of dark contemplation.
After a while, Chen Nuo, the elder of the Chen family, also appeared here. Chen Heguang turned around and saluted respectfully: "Uncle Chen."
"How?" Chen Nuo glanced at the remaining tea on the table and asked calmly.
Chen Heguang shook his head and said in a rather mocking tone: "As Uncle Chen said, Lu Yannian has a deep scheming mind and lets his eldest son, who is very important, stay in another place, and then sends his second son who doesn't understand anything to act as a frontman. This is a trick
It’s really cunning.”
At this time, Chen Heguang no longer had the innocence in his eyes that he had when talking to Lu Hongwen. He now looked more like a cold chess player than a passionate and affectionate young man.
Today he invited people from the Lu family to come in just to test it out. As a result, Lu Hongwen's first words made him sneer in his heart. Lu Yannian could only be lying when he said such words.
When the emperor suddenly attacked, it was the Lu family who turned against him without any warning, which caught the family off guard. Now, although many people still think that this is an internal conflict within the family, Chen Heguang firmly believes that Lu Yannian's thoughts are
It has long been crooked.
But having said that, meeting Lu Hongwen was not completely fruitless. At least Chen Heguang basically confirmed that this matter should not have much to do with the Lu family and Jin Yiwei.
Otherwise, it would not be this nerd who came today, but the eldest son of the Lu family.
"Who did Uncle Chen think was responsible for this?" Chen Heguang asked in a low voice.
"I don't know."
Chen Nuo said calmly: "But there are only a few people in the world who dare to do something under the eyes of Jin Yiwei in the capital. This matter can't be kept secret for long. Just be patient and it will be over soon."
"I'm just afraid that the Jin Yi Wei Yang will act against the Yin." Chen Heguang said in a cold tone.
"If it's because of this, you don't have to worry too much," Chen Nuo said calmly: "The murder happened at the feet of the emperor. If a suitable result cannot be obtained, Jin Yiwei will also be punished."
Chen Heguang thought for a while, nodded in agreement and said, "Uncle Chen is right, my nephew is too anxious."
As he spoke, he thought of something else, and said apologetically: "The matter about cousin Yongjia... Well, it was supposed to be my nephew who went to the cabinet to question him in person, but unexpectedly, something happened to him.
younger brother."
"What are you talking about?" Chen Nuo glanced at him lightly and said indifferently: "You are the eldest son of the direct clan, and Lu Hanjiang's character is unpredictable. If something goes wrong, how will I explain to the clan? As for Yongjia...
.... The third son’s family is not worthy of being on the stage, so he grabs a lot of bastards, and if they die, they will die.”
Chen Heguang bowed to express his acceptance. There was no sympathy in his lowered eyes. Just like Chen Nuo, they were completely indifferent and indifferent.
Chen Nuo looked down at him, his eyes full of deepness and he didn't know what he was thinking about. After a moment, he said calmly: "Okay, there are a lot of guests outside. It's time for you to go out. If you are absent for your father's funeral for too long,
It’s easy to keep people talking.”
"yes."
Chen Heguang responded and was about to go out. Before leaving, he suddenly turned back and asked, "Uncle Chen, my little sister..."
Chen Nuo interrupted him, frowned slightly and said: "Your father died suddenly, and your sister's marriage seems to be delayed. I will go and tell the Wang family about this matter, and you just need to concentrate on the funeral ceremony."
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Chen Heguang nodded, but said with some embarrassment: "It's just that my father seemed to have planned to send my little sister to Commander Lu's house before he died. Uncle Chen, look at this..."
Chen Nuoping's face turned colder, and he said in a serious tone: "Cutting meat to feed tigers will only cost you yourself. Fortunately, your father no longer has the chance to make a fool of himself. Don't mention this matter again in the future.