Chapter 726: Treat It Like Your Own Home (Part 4)

However, Xiaowu had no idea what he was thinking at the moment, and just nodded happily in agreement.

——Okay, okay!

She gestured happily with her hand.

Xie Anbai didn't understand, so he could only ask Ye Chutang, "Xiaowu, what is this..."

Ye Chutang curled her eyes, "Xiao Wu said that she would definitely choose more and better gifts to send to Second Master Xie's home in the future."

Xie Anbai was stunned.

Xiaowu certainly didn't know what was going on, but when Xie Anbai said he would take the gift she gave him home to treasure, she was very happy.

——Wherever Xie Anbai goes, isn’t that his home?

That's just how she is.

Wherever sister is, there is her home.

Xie Anbai was silent for a moment and then smiled.

"Okay! Whenever Xiaowu wants to come see me in the future, you're always welcome!"

He carefully put away the fan and said goodbye to Ye Chutang and Xiaowu.

"It's getting late, I won't keep you any longer."

Ye Chutang understood that once Xie Anjun and Xiao Jiayi died, the entire Xie family would be in chaos, and there must be many things waiting for Xie Anbai to deal with, so he didn't say too much and just nodded slightly.

"I hope everything goes well for Mr. Xie."

Xie Anbai slowly tightened his grip on the fan and nodded gently but firmly.

"Thank you very much."

…

Ye Chutang brought Xiaowu back home, changed his clothes, had a simple meal, and then went back to the study to read.

It was no different from her previous visits to the palace, as if today was just a routine visit to the palace to see a patient.

However, what happened in the palace could not be concealed at all. Of course, Emperor Mu Wu might not have intended to conceal it.

It spread quickly in just one afternoon!

At the same time, Emperor Mu Wu sent people to investigate the people involved in this matter.

In just a few hours, dozens of officials in the capital were arrested.

Everyone knew that something big had happened!

When those officials were arrested, some were in restaurants, some were at home, and some were even on the road.

The imperial guards did not give them any chance to defend themselves. They simply arrested them all and locked them up.

After the initial panic, everyone finally realized that these people had more or less contacts with Xie Anjun, Fan Chengzhuo and others.

The Xie family collapsed overnight.

The relationship between Fan Chengzhuo and Zheng Baosu spread quickly and became a topic of conversation for countless people after dinner.

In the evening, Ye Jingyan came back.

"Sister, something seems to have happened in the capital?"

As soon as he entered the house, Ye Jingyan asked directly.

Ye Chutang was reading a travelogue. Hearing this, he raised his head and asked, "Really?"

Ye Jingyan took off his coat, sat down aside, and his eyes fell on Ye Chutang's face.

"I have heard about my elder sister's visit to the palace today."

Ye Chutang raised his eyebrows and chuckled, "So you're back?"

Today is not a ten-day holiday.

Seeing her reaction, Ye Jingyan thought to himself, as expected.

"It seems that my sister also knows all the news outside."

Although she is confined to this small space, Sister always seems to know everything at the first moment and is in control of everything invisibly.

Ye Chutang did not comment and simply recounted what happened in the morning.

"…That's probably it. His Majesty is furious, so naturally someone will suffer."

Although Ye Jingyan had heard some rumors a long time ago, he was still shocked when he learned the details. It took him a while to recover.

"I see... No wonder His Majesty resorted to such drastic measures at such a critical moment."

It was March, and the Spring Examination was about to begin, and countless students gathered in the capital.

If this matter could have been suppressed, it would not have been made a big deal at this time.

Emperor Mu Wu seemed to be extremely angry.

Ye Chutang said, "Precisely because it is at this time, we cannot allow any major chaos to occur."

Ye Jingyan seemed to be thinking about something.

Ye Chutang added, "It's good that you're back. I'm afraid the capital won't be peaceful in the coming period. Even the Imperial College may not be a peaceful place."

Fan Chengzhuo was an official of the third rank and had served as the Minister of Punishments. Xie Anjun inherited the title of Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery and had close connections in the military.

If these two people join forces and communicate with Wazhen, the impact that will be caused is simply immeasurable.

How many minions and followers do they have in the court?

If the matter is not thoroughly investigated, I am afraid Emperor Mu Wu will not be able to sleep well.

Ye Jingyan frowned, "This matter has caused a lot of uproar. I wonder if there will be students who will act impulsively..."

"No."

Ye Chutang shook his head.

"Young people are full of loyalty and are indeed easily led and used by others, but this time, Your Majesty is determined and will never allow such a thing to happen."

Ye Jingyan thought about it and felt that what she said made sense, so he felt relieved.

Although he did not take part in this spring examination, many of his classmates were eager to try and pinned their future on it.

If anything goes wrong, I will regret it for the rest of my life.

Ye Chutang said, "Besides, someone from Nanhu will be coming soon. This period of time will actually be the safest time for the capital."

Hearing her mention this, Ye Jingyan also became a little curious.

"Sister, do you know who Nan Hu will send to Beijing this time?"

Ye Chutang sighed, "Do you really think your elder sister knows everything?"

Ye Jingyan was also a little surprised, "Don't you know?"

Ye Chutang: “…”

She lay on her back in the rattan chair, covering her face with a book in one hand.

"...In addition to several important officials of Nanhu, Shui Xingqiu will also be here."

"Shui Xingqiu?"

Ye Jingyan whispered the name.

"The head of the Nan Hushui family? Why is he here?"

Ye Chutang explained, "He is considered Tuoba Yu's teacher. Tuoba Yu's risky behavior this time is also related to him, so now that Tuoba Yu is trapped, he has to come."

"I see……"

Ye Jingyan was about to continue asking when a maid suddenly came hurriedly to report from outside.

"Second Miss, the Fourth Young Master is back!"

Seeing the little maidservant unable to hide her excitement, Ye Jingyan was a little surprised.

"Why did Afeng come back at this time?"

He had said before that although he had returned to the capital, he still had to abide by the military rules and could not go home often.

"You didn't tell me before?"

The maid was delighted and explained, "In addition to the Fourth Young Master, there are also distinguished guests coming to visit!"

"Distinguished guest?"

They are doing well in the capital now. The maids and servants in the mansion have seen many nobles, but there are probably only a few who can make them react like this.

Especially at this time, who would come?

Ye Chutang put the book away and looked outside, as if thinking about something.

"But Princess Qinyang is here?"

The maid laughed and said, "Not only that! There is also Prince Yannan! Prince Yannan came with Princess Qinyang!"

It’s these two?

Ye Jingyan was startled for a moment, then he reacted and turned to look at Ye Chutang.

Ye Chutang blinked.

"This kid is really unexpected. He did something like this without even notifying us in advance."

She immediately ordered the maid to prepare the table, and then looked at Ye Jingyan.

"It's such a coincidence that everyone is here today."

Ye Jingyan looked at her calm appearance and always felt that something was not right.

Sister, why... does it seem like she's been prepared for them to come long ago?

As he was thinking, Ye Chutang raised his chin.

"Xiaowu is writing in the study. Go call her and tell her that Afeng is back."

…

lobby.

Princess Qinyang greeted her father warmly as soon as she came in.

"Father, please take a seat! It's like being in our own house here, don't feel constrained! Chutang has a lot of good wine hidden here, what kind would you like to drink, Father?"

She was very interested and knew everything about it.

"The drinks in the snow at Yunlai Tavern are a must! But since it's a rare visit, why not try something that's not available outside?"

As she spoke, she looked at Ye Yunfeng, who hadn't said a word since he came in. She thought he was considering King Yannan, so she spoke immediately.

"Afeng, don't be shy! Today we are having a family dinner, just treat this place like your own home!"