In the imperial study room, Duanmu Chen sat down and heard Duanmu Yi ask coldly, "Fourth, what do you think?"
After Duanmu Chen pondered for a while, he said, "I heard yesterday that the eldest and second emperor brothers were having some unpleasant troubles in Changchun Garden."
Duanmu Chen was not present at that time. He believed that Duanmu Yi must also know the information he received.
The deposing of Duanmu Sheng as the crown prince and the appointment of Duanmu Ao as the crown prince the day before yesterday, as well as the quarrel between the brothers in the theater yesterday, can definitely be the motive for Duanmu Sheng to kill Duanmu Ao. No matter how you look at it, it is very reasonable.
Moreover, both Duanmu Yi and Duanmu Chen knew that if Duanmu Sheng got rid of Duanmu Ao, the Wan family would fully support his rise to power and even rebel.
Only by getting rid of Duanmu Ao can Duanmu Sheng have a chance to make a comeback.
These are all indisputable facts.
Duanmu Yi had already said that Duanmu Sheng sent people to kill Duanmu Ao, and asked Duanmu Chen what he thought, which made Duanmu Chen unsure for a moment. Duanmu Yi wanted to hear what he had to say.
After a pause, Duanmu Chen spoke again, "I don't know the circumstances of the murder of the second emperor brother, but I just thought that someone might take advantage of this opportunity to kill the second emperor brother and frame it for the eldest brother."
When entering the palace, Duanmu Chen thought that if the evidence pointed to Su Liang, he would have to find a way to lead it to Duanmu Sheng.
Unexpectedly, the matter seemed to be less controversial.
But since Duanmu Yi asked, Duanmu Chen still had to say a few words about the situation.
What he means is that Duanmu Sheng does have a clear motive to get rid of Duanmu Ao, and this may be used by someone with ulterior motives to kill Duanmu Ao and frame Duanmu Sheng.
Duanmu Yi frowned, "The killer he caught is the boss's man. Could it be that the person who framed him controlled his mind?"
When Duanmu Chen heard this, he actually wanted to laugh a little in his heart, but naturally he had to try his best to control his face, showing surprise and a bit of sadness.
At this point, Duanmu Chen still felt that Su Liang must have done something crucial. Maybe the killer's inferior antidote was bought from Su Liang? It was so outrageous that he found it difficult to operate, but things went too smoothly and
It is God's will to benefit him and make him unable to believe it.
"The killer's weapon is similar to Su Liang's weapon." Duanmu Yi said with a cold face, "The affairs of the Su family are related to the eldest son and the second son, and it is also the direct reason why I deposed the eldest son as the crown prince."
Duanmu Chen had not seen it for a long time, but he still showed just the right amount of shock, "This..."
So the fact that Duanmu Yi determined was that Duanmu Sheng killed Duanmu Ao and intended to frame Su Liang?
Duanmu Chen could only use two words to describe Duanmu Ao's death: perfect.
Not only was Su Liang not suspected, he was innocent and almost wrongly accused.
"I am going to transfer Wan Shan back to the capital. Who do you think is the most suitable person to take his place?" Duanmu Yi asked Duanmu Chen.
Duanmu Chen's heart skipped a beat, and then he was overjoyed.
The biggest backer behind brothers Duanmu Sheng and Duanmu Ao is their uncle, Marshal Wan Shan of the Qian Kingdom, who is currently guarding Northern Xinjiang.
This was also the biggest obstacle to Duanmu Chen's desire to rise to power. It was the main reason why he deliberately wanted to take advantage of Su Liang, and later wanted to win over Nian Jincheng, and did not want to offend Lin Bojun, hoping that Su Liang could make a difference in the army.
He needs the support of military commanders.
At this moment, Duanmu Chen heard Duanmu Yi's intention to completely abolish the Wan clan, and he instantly understood why Duanmu Yi chose to abolish the prince because of the death of the Su family.
It wasn't because of the death of the Su family at all, but because Duanmu Yi had long been afraid of the Wan family's power.
Duanmu Chen even suspected that the performance opportunities he had received in the past two years were due to Duanmu Yi deliberately training him for today.
After thinking carefully, Duanmu Chen answered Duanmu Yi's question, "Today's generals with military exploits are either too old to be reused, or they have various relationships with the Wan family."
This is very straightforward to say, but it is true.
It is not easy for military generals to get ahead. Except for Duanmu Che's grandfather Lin family, the most powerful military general families in the Qian Kingdom have all been infiltrated and controlled by the Wan family. The inextricable marriage relationship can sometimes be very difficult. It's secret and I can't control it.
By the time Duanmu Yi discovered the problem, he had already reached a situation where he had to mobilize his entire body and dare not act rashly for the sake of the stability of the country.
However, the entire generation of the Lin family declined completely, leaving only the reputation of their ancestors.
This was also one of the reasons why Duanmu Yi had previously intended to promote young generals and attached great importance to martial arts.
It's a pity that Nian Jincheng, the confidant he once wanted to cultivate, was abandoned after he gave up.
Lin Bojun and Su Liang, who was only selected this year, have never been on the battlefield.
It is impossible for Duanmu Chen to recommend Lin Bojun or Su Liang, who are too young and inexperienced, to succeed Wan Shan. This is very risky and will not convince the public at all.
But at this juncture, someone must seize the military power of Wanshan and not allow the Qian Kingdom to be in turmoil.
Duanmu Yi wanted to touch the Wan family for a long time. This time he finally got the chance to attack his two useless sons, but the Wan family was still a big trouble.
Originally, Duanmu Yi gave the crown prince position to Duanmu Ao just to stabilize the situation and slowly abolish the Wan family.
Unexpectedly, one day later, Duanmu Sheng killed Duanmu Ao, which completely intensified the conflict.
It is impossible for Duanmu Yi to give the crown prince position to Duanmu Sheng again, so he must beware of Wan's rebellion.
Duanmu Chen was thinking about the nobles in the capital who were related to Su Liang at the moment, but unfortunately there were no generals.
But suddenly his heart moved and he blurted out, "Hou Zhongxin!"
Duanmu Yi stared, "Xing Ji?"
"Yes, Father." Duanmu Chen said seriously, "After what happened before, I think there is no need to doubt his loyalty. He is a person who values affection and justice. As long as his whole family is in the capital, there is no need to worry about what he will do. Anything that is detrimental to the country of Qian. Although he is not considered a military general because of his past status, he actually went to the battlefield when he was young and captured enemy generals alive, which shows his bravery."
Duanmu Yi frowned and thought.
Duanmu Chen continued, "Marquis Zhongxin is in his prime, has status, prestige and military exploits, and is married to the Lin family. It would be better for him to take Lin Bojun to the north with him. Su Liang can also go with her. She has a very powerful mind. .At this time, it’s not about fighting. You have to convince the public on the surface, but you have to be tough behind the scenes.”
There cannot be internal chaos, otherwise it will give the enemy an opportunity to take advantage of it.
"How do you think I should deal with the boss?" Duanmu Yi mentioned Duanmu Sheng again.
Duanmu Chen naturally did not dare to speak nonsense, "But according to the father's disposal, I dare not speak nonsense."
In fact, he could say that for the sake of the Queen Mother and the Empress, he should at least let Duanmu Sheng live.
But Duanmu Chen didn't want to say that.
"Stay back. I ordered Marquis Zhongxin, Lin Bojun and Su Liang to enter the palace immediately!" Duanmu Yi looked grave.
Duanmu Chen said respectfully, "Yes, father."
The moment he walked out of the imperial study, Duanmu Chen looked at the gloomy sky and felt that his future was bright.
…
As soon as Duanmu Chen left, Uncle Huang pushed Duanmu Che over and asked to see Duanmu Yi.
Ning Jing has not had time to poison Duanmu Che these days. He no longer goes crazy intermittently, but his complexion is still bad.
"Weren't we able to leave before?" Duanmu Yi asked.
Duanmu Che shook his head, "I feel weak today."
"What's the matter?" Duanmu Yi's attitude was not as concerned as before.
Duanmu Che felt it, he frowned and said, "Father, I heard that the eldest emperor brother killed the second emperor brother?"
"You don't have to worry about this. Take good care of yourself first." Duanmu Yi had no intention of discussing business matters with Duanmu Che.
Duanmu Che snorted coldly, "Father, I think it must be Su Liang who is behind the scenes! She killed the second emperor brother and slandered the first emperor brother. I think it was all her fault! Father, please don't be deceived by her."
Got it!"
When Duanmu Yi heard this, his face turned dark instantly, "Che'er, Su Liang just rejected you. If you can't get her, do you have to destroy her? Why are you so narrow-minded? I'm really disappointed.
!Come here, take the fifth prince out of the palace and back to the mansion!"
Duanmu Che did not expect that Duanmu Yi would identify the murderer as Duanmu Sheng so quickly. He had no intention of doubting Su Liang, but instead annoyed him and refused to let him live in the palace.
Duanmu Che wanted to say something else, but Uncle Huang had already entered the door.
Duanmu Yi got up and went to the side hall directly, not wanting to hear another word from Duanmu Che.
Uncle Huang pushed Duanmu Che's wheelchair out of the royal study and sighed deeply, "Master, what is impossible about the eldest prince killing the second prince? Why do you want to involve Miss Su in it? Even if the Su family died that year.
It has something to do with those two people, just because Miss Su wanted to kill the second prince, it doesn’t mean she did that."
"How do you know it wasn't her?" Duanmu Che asked coldly.
Uncle Huang smiled bitterly, "How do you know, master, that the eldest prince did not do it? Since the emperor thinks it is, there must be irrefutable proof. The old slave thinks that the eldest prince and Miss Su both wanted to kill the second prince, and the eldest prince took action first, and Miss Su
If she didn't do anything, it has nothing to do with her."
"But my intuition is that she did it!" Duanmu Che looked gloomy.
Uncle Huang shook his head, "Master, take good care of yourself first. Other things have nothing to do with us, so don't get involved."
…
When Duanmu Chen went to Zhongxinhou Mansion to inform Xing Ji, he was looking at the dowry prepared by Miao for his daughter.
After Mr. Qin's previous intentional reminder, Xing Ji also felt that he was a little too harsh on the Miao family and their children. In the past two days, his attitude has softened a bit. Except for Xing Yusheng, the family is also happy.
The betrothal gift given to Lin Xueqing by Xing Yusheng was prepared by Mrs. Xing, and Miao was not allowed to interfere.
Xing Ji was very surprised when he saw Duanmu Chen coming to the door. He quickly saluted and said, "I am here to see His Highness the Fourth Prince."
The capital has been turbulent these past two days, but Xing Ji feels it has nothing to do with them.
Until he heard Duanmu Chen say that the emperor asked him to enter the palace immediately to discuss important matters.
Mrs. Miao looked very happy, "Husband, go quickly!"
Duanmu Chen didn't even sit down and came out directly with Xing Ji.
When Xing Ji asked, Duanmu Chen didn't hesitate and directly told him Duanmu Yi's plan.
"He is the loyal marquis recommended by me." Duanmu Chen said clearly. Regardless of whether Xing Ji is willing to do so or not, this is not a bad thing for the Xing family.
Xing Ji didn't say anything, separated from Duanmu Chen, and went to find Lin Bojun himself.
As for Su Liang, she was in the palace at the moment, giving Queen Mother Wan an acupuncture, but she didn't know that she had been arranged by Duanmu Chen.
When Wan saw Su Liang again this time, she yelled and cursed, saying that she was the one behind the scenes, killing Duanmu Ao and framing Duanmu Sheng, and ordered her to be arrested.
However, Duanmu Yi had already changed all the servants serving in Ci'an Palace, and no one listened to Wan's advice.
Su Liang is in a good mood.
The careful arrangements we made before are just waiting for today.
She is not afraid of being suspected.
But not only did all the evidence point to Duanmu Sheng, but Duanmu Sheng really wanted to kill Duanmu Ao last night.
I'm afraid Duanmu Sheng himself felt that the killer he arranged had bought inferior medicine and failed.
"Your Majesty, the Queen Mother, please be patient and take care of yourself." Su Liang's smile did not reach her eyes.
Is it painful? That’s right.
How did these high-ranking nobles treat human lives so lightly in the past, and now they are waiting to lose everything.
The way of heaven is good for reincarnation, and those who do evil will be punished.
Wanshi gritted her teeth, "Bitch! Sooner or later, the Ai family will tear you into pieces!"
Su Liang looked calm, "I'm so scared."
Since the situation is already as strong as fire and water, there is no need to compromise.
Wan was so angry that she almost vomited blood, "Your Majesty! Your Majesty, listen to this, this bitch has no regard for the Ai family at all!"
Su Liang put away the last golden needle and heard the old eunuch's voice coming from outside Ci'an Palace, "The emperor ordered Dr. Su to go to the imperial study room immediately after he has treated the Queen Mother."
"Okay." Su Liang responded, looking at Wan with a distorted expression, and smiled slightly, "The emperor invited me to the imperial study room. There must be something important to discuss. I will tell the emperor that the Queen Mother wants to see him. He
Whether he will come or not, I don’t know.”
Su Liang carried the medicine box on his back and walked out of Ci'an Palace with a calm face. He looked up at the sky and saw that it was going to rain again.
Su Liang didn't know if Duanmu Yi was suspicious of her when he wanted to see her now or because of something else, but she had made complete preparations in advance and was not worried about any situation.
Su Liang walked in and was a little surprised to see Duanmu Chen, Xing Ji and Lin Bojun there.
After the salute, Duanmu Yi asked about Wan's body.
Su Liang told the truth, "The Queen Mother is suffering from anxiety and needs careful rest."
But if a grandson is dead, a cripple may even be executed, it is impossible for Wan to be careful.
Although Duanmu Chen and Duanmu Che are also the grandsons of the Wan family, she has always only liked those with the blood of their Wan family.
"The Queen Mother wants to see the Emperor." Su Liang said.
Duanmu Yi said solemnly, "Sit down."
Su Liang sat down where Lin Bojun started, still unaware of Duanmu Yi's intention.
But since Xing Ji and Lin Bojun were here, Su Liang felt that there was no need to discuss how Duanmu Ao died.
Duanmu Yi did not beat around the bush, and directly stated his arrangement, asking Xing Ji to take Lin Bojun and Su Liang north to take over the military power from Wan Shan and his two sons, and let them return to Beijing to resume their duties.
The most unexpected one is Xing Ji.
He didn't expect that he would be reused one day, let alone that such an important matter would be entrusted to him at this juncture.
"Marquis Zhongxin, do you understand what I said?" Duanmu Yi looked at Xing Ji and asked.
Xing Ji said respectfully, "I understand that I will live up to the emperor's trust."
When Duanmu Chen heard this, he felt that this was the King of Beijing who dared to break into the enemy camp alone.
"Very good!" Duanmu Yi was very satisfied with Xing Ji's answer. "If anyone resists the order and disrespects it, he will be executed on the spot! General Lin and General Su will assist Marquis Zhongxin. They must complete what I have told them to do and don't cause any trouble!"
Lin Bojun and Su Liang didn't even get a chance to ask about their wishes, so they had no choice but to accept the order and thank them.
"Let's set out today and take the Imperial Monk Fang Baojian with us," Duanmu Yi said.
Xing Ji took the imperial edict and the sword and left with Lin Bojun and Su Liang.
After leaving the imperial study, Su Liang sighed, "Brother Lin, your wedding is going to be postponed."
Xing Ji said, "Yusheng and Xueqing's wedding cannot be postponed."
Lin Bojun: ...Not only can he not marry a wife on time, but he can also not send his precious sister to get married? Is it so miserable?
"If I go back and beg the emperor to take Ningjing with me, will it be allowed?" Su Liang asked.
She was serious, because she felt that Ningjing probably didn't want to go to Hubu to drink tea every day. It was so fun to go out and play.
Xing Ji and Lin Bojun both looked at Su Liang.
Xing Ji said, "No."
Ning Jing is a civil servant, this time is of great importance, and Duanmu Yi will not allow it.
Moreover, the Xing family and the rest of the Lin family are all in the capital, which is also the prerequisite for Duanmu Yi to trust them with the important task.
As Su Liang's only family member, Ning Jing must stay in the capital.
This is an unwritten rule.
…
They each went home to pack their luggage, and agreed to meet at the military camp outside the city an hour later.
Su Liang walked into the yard carrying the medicine box and saw Ning Jing sitting by the window reading a book, with a calm and beautiful profile.
Ning Jing heard the sound and looked over, "Yan Yu is practicing martial arts in the backyard."
When Nian Jincheng came back last night, Su Liang told him this morning that he would put the matter of training Yan Yu on the agenda.
Su Liang walked over and said, "The emperor asked Zhongxinhou to take Brother Lin and me to Northern Xinjiang to take over the military power of the Wan family. We will set off today."
Hearing this, Ning Jing put down the pen in her hand and said, "I want to go too."
Su Liang shook his head, "Unless you let the emperor know what you are hiding, I will definitely not let you go."
After a moment of silence, Ningjing said, "Forget it."