Chapter 276 Princess Selection

The next day.

Before Gu Huan and the others could take action, Duan Yu had already taken action.

Gu Huan heard Chiyu's report that Duan Yu had sent an envoy to the posthouse early in the morning.

In front of Wang Heng and Jiang Ruoxi, she angrily accused Jiang Ruoxi of lacking in womanly virtues, having bad behavior, and bullying others by taking advantage of her power, and said she was not worthy of being the princess of Dali. She demanded that Wang Heng immediately report to the court, either to replace the marriage with a woman with both talent and virtue, or to stop the peace talks forever.

If the two countries were to go to war again, Daliang would not be able to bear the burden.

Jiang Ruoxi smashed the house she lived in like a madman, clamoring for Yuan's army to attack and destroy Dali.

Wang Heng was so angry that he was fuming and overwhelmed that he had no time to take over the Juzhou government office.

The marriage proposal failed, but the emperor could not forgive him.

He had no choice but to write a memorial and send it back to the capital in an emergency over a distance of 800 miles, while at the same time trying to get close to the envoy and find out Duan Yu's true intentions.

The post station set out fine wine and delicious food, and also invited the most popular dancers and musicians from the Music Bureau to entertain.

This envoy was the one who had met Gu Huan. At this moment, he had a dark face and didn't say a word.

Wang Heng was born into the noble family of Wang of Langya and had always considered himself noble, but now he had to kowtow to an envoy from a mere small country.

But what can he do?

Who made him end up with this bitch Jiang Ruoxi?

"Lord Qiang, all the rumors are just gossips and cannot be trusted. Although the princess is not of the emperor's bloodline, Concubine Jiang is deeply loved. Prince Ping'an has great power and she is also a royal relative. If she becomes the princess of Dali, she will definitely help the king."

Lord Qiang gave him a sidelong glance.

"Lord Wang, you think we are fools, easy to fool, right? Do you think that since Southern Xinjiang is far away from Bianjing, we don't know the news? We have people from Dali in your Bianjing. Jiang Ruoxi's bad reputation is known to anyone you ask.

Not only did she commit adultery with her own brother in public, she also used all means to force Madam Mu and even killed people in order to marry Duke Yong. A woman like this is still alive. You people in Daliang are really kind. ”

Wang Heng looked unhappy.

He also wished that Jiang Ruoxi would die.

But Jiang Ruoxi is the face of King Ping'an.

If Jiang Ruoxi cannot become the Princess of Dali, she will have no way out but death.

But her death could only be allowed by King Ping An.

"Besides, everyone in Juzhou knows what happened yesterday. With her little brain, she is almost a burden to my king. How can she be a help?"

The envoy spoke bluntly.

Wang Heng held back his anger and asked in a gentle voice: "Since Dali Kingdom has people in Daliang, they should know something about the princess of Daliang's royal family. The princess of Daliang is really not old enough to get married."

The envoy nodded: "That's right."

Wang Heng smiled and nodded: "So..."

The envoy interrupted him: "So, our king said that it doesn't matter if a woman is from the royal family, as long as she is kind and intelligent, her status is not important."

Wang Heng was stunned.

He said it so easily, but where can I find it?

Is there going to be a beauty pageant in Daliang?

It’s too late.

Prince Ping'an promised him that if he could take over the military power of the Mu family army through the marriage, the position of Minister of Rites would be his.

The envoy suddenly smiled and said, "Actually, Lord Wang, there is no need to be so embarrassed. There is a most suitable candidate right in front of us. As long as the Emperor of Daliang is willing to issue an order for her to marry, everything will be fine."

Wang Heng was overjoyed: "Does Prince Duan have a crush on someone? Who is it?"

"Gu Huan."

"Gu Huan? Gu Huan?"

Wang Heng was still wondering who this name was when his eyes suddenly widened: "Gu Huan! The widow of Duke Yong?"

The envoy nodded: "That's right."

Wang Heng's face changed slightly, and he blurted out: "This is ridiculous! She is already a married woman and has given birth to two children. She is not worthy of being a princess at all."

The envoy sneered: "If she is not worthy, then no one in Daliang is worthy. Madam Mu is both wise and brave. We all know that she sent food to save Juzhou over a thousand miles. If it weren't for Madam Mu, I'm afraid it would not be so easy for you in Daliang to defeat us."

Wang Heng became angry.

Do you also know that you are a defeated country?

He is so arrogant and tough, and he even wants to marry the wife of Duke Yong!

Wang Heng's heart suddenly brightened.

It may not be a bad thing for Gu Huan to marry into the Dali Kingdom. Once she leaves, only the old lady and her two children are left. The Mu family army will be leaderless, so won’t it be easier to subdue them?

As for whether her becoming the Princess of Dali would be detrimental to Daliang, that is another story for later.

A mere princess cannot influence the government.

After he figured it out, he asked tentatively, "Has Prince Duan met Gu Huan?"

The envoy looked mysterious and said, "I am a minister, and I don't know the reason. But we all know Madam Mu's deeds."

Wang Heng rolled his eyes and said, "It will take at least a month to write a memorial and return to the capital. At this time, we have to convince Madam Mu and the old lady. They are both difficult to deal with and have stubborn personalities."

The envoy smiled faintly: "I believe Lord Wang can do it."

Wang Heng froze.

Shit, he can do that.

Isn't this a difficult problem for him?

"I cannot make the decision on this matter. Please allow me to write a memorial and return to the capital to discuss it with Madam Mu and the old lady."

After seeing off the envoy, Wang Heng immediately summoned the new prefect Lu Lei.

"Lord Lu, have you handed over all the account books and files of the government office?"

Lu Lei looked frustrated: "Where is the transfer? This morning I went to the prefectural government office, but it was empty. The account books and files were neatly laid out on the desk, but there were no loopholes. Forget about the other things, all the people involved have gone on strike. We are all outsiders, so we are completely in the dark."

Wang Heng was so angry that his face turned green.

"No one?"

"Yes, yes, there are people in the prison. The cells are locked, and there are no guards. The prisoner's file is also there, so we know who is imprisoned."

Wang Heng frowned. He didn't expect that there would be an empty city plan.

If the prefectural government can’t handle it, how can it suppress the Mu family army?

"By the way, the Huang family, a royal merchant, is imprisoned there. I asked them and they said they were the richest people in Juzhou before, but after they left, the government gave all their private property to the Pei family. They came back to take back their property, but Madam Mu arrested them."

Wang Heng's eyes lit up: "Are you sure it was Gu Huan who caught him?"

"Yes."

Isn’t this the handle?

Wang Heng didn't want to see Gu Huan, but given the current circumstances, he had to.

Gu Huan, the old lady, Zhao Luoxuan, and Yuan Jieying were playing mahjong when the doorman came to inform Wang Heng that he wanted to see Madam Mu.

Gu Huan put down the cards in her hand and said, "Here it comes."

Yuan Jieying quickly stood up and said, "Then I'll take my leave first."

"You go back." Gu Huan stood up and supported the old lady.

"Mother, would you like to go with your wife?"

The old lady said without hesitation: "Okay."

Zhao Luoxuan also stood up and supported the old lady on the other side: "I will go with you too."

Wang Heng's heart skipped a beat when he saw the old lady coming out. He quickly stepped forward and bowed, "Your humble servant greets the old lady."

Gu Huan and Zhao Luoxuan looked at him.

According to rank, although Wang Heng was an imperial envoy, his level had not changed, and he should have saluted them both first.

Wang Heng was naturally unwilling to pay his respects to Gu Huan.

But today's target is Gu Huan, so he can only bite the bullet and salute Zhao Luoxuan, and finally salute Gu Huan.

Gu Huan felt amused.

The first time I met Wang Heng, he was not of high status, but he always acted superior.

But now, for the sake of his future, he had to wade into muddy water and bow to the woman he despised the most.

Gu Huan returned the gift.

"Master Wang, please take a seat."