Chapter 275 Going to Yunnan
Everyone in the capital knew that the daughter of the King of Yunnan went to the princess's mansion and went crazy when she returned home.
No one knows what happened.
Except for Zhang Yun who was also present that day.
Those girls who didn't usually interact with Zhang Yun were instructed by their families to find out the news.
After all, no one dared to get close to Princess Jia'an.
The letters were delivered to Zhang's house one by one.
Zhang Yun told others that she was sick.
She was indeed ill.
Scared.
After leaving the princess's mansion, she felt like a lost soul and didn't know how she got home.
Mrs. Zhang blamed her for being disobedient, but she didn't listen to a word she said.
"Where's Dad? I have something to say to him."
When Zhang Jing came back, Zhang Yun handed him the secret letter that Qu Ling had given her.
Zhang Jing finished reading it with a serious expression.
There was no news about this matter in the court.
However, Yunnan's daughter going crazy is no small matter, and everyone has their own guesses.
Half a month later, Zhang Yun sent invitations to the girls from several important officials' families.
Yang Yi does have some abilities, and the girls he makes friends with are not from ordinary families.
At the Zhang family banquet, the girls returned home in a hurry.
Within a few days, there was a disturbance in the court.
A memorial was submitted to the Censorate to impeach the King of Yunnan.
"I accuse King Yang Shao of Yunnan of shielding his daughter's murderous behavior and allowing her to experiment on living people with drugs, thereby killing the people."
Imperial Censor Zhang Jing spoke in a loud voice.
"Yunnan is the territory of the Son of Heaven. How can he be allowed to trample on your Majesty's people at will?"
"I request that the throne be reclaimed, military power be returned, and a new Protectorate be established to guard the border."
"I second the motion."
"I second the motion."
......
This time, everyone's opinions were surprisingly unanimous.
The banquet at the Zhang family must have been ordered by the emperor.
The news leaked out in advance.
They were tactful enough to support the emperor's decision.
Anyone who sings a different tune at this time is a follower of the King of Yunnan.
The seriousness of the matter is simply not comparable to the previous divorce.
The emperor sat high on the dragon throne with a calm expression.
"This is just speculation, so don't jump to conclusions."
Zhao Yuanrong stepped out of the line.
"Why not let me go to Yunnan and find out the reason for this matter?"
Qu Ling immediately responded, "I would like to accompany His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
Almost at the same time, Pei Jingming also stepped out from the other side, "Your Majesty, please let me go."
The emperor's eyes swept over the three people's faces, "We will discuss this matter later."
After the morning court was over, the three of them stayed behind without any prior agreement and knelt outside the council hall.
It was almost noon when the emperor summoned him.
"Who first proposed going to Yunnan?" the emperor asked
Zhao Yuanrong kowtowed, "It's me."
After a pause, he added, "They don't know."
The emperor was silent.
Qu Ling had already reported Yang Yi's affairs in detail through memorials.
The emperor did not take it to heart, but later occasionally mentioned it, "If you want to kill her, kill her, don't worry about her being Yuan Rong's sister."
Qu Ling's answer was, "Her mind was destroyed, and she was tortured by fear every day. It was far more painful than death."
At this time, Qu Ling said, "Aunt, I found out about this. Please let me and my sister go to Yunnan together."
The Yang Yi incident happened some time ago, but Zhao Yuanrong never revealed that he would go to Yunnan in person.
She was really shocked today in the court.
"Just let me go."
Pei Jingming frowned, "The Crown Prince left the capital without permission. I wonder how many assassinations he will encounter along the way. He might even be stabbed like a hedgehog before he even reaches Yunnan."
He and Zhao Yuanrong cannot leave the capital at the same time.
The emperor must have someone he can trust by his side.
The corners of Zhao Yuanrong's mouth twitched, and he looked up and glared at Pei Jingming.
"Isn't that a good way to lure the snake out of its hole? I know exactly who has ulterior motives after this trip."
"You're putting yourself in danger."
"You can't get a tiger cub without learning the tiger's den."
Zhao Yuanrong turned to the emperor, his eyes burning. "The matter of the King of Yunnan must be resolved, and those forces with ulterior motives must be exposed. No one is more suitable than me."
Outside the window, the leaves of the sycamore tree are falling.
Zhao Yuanrong said to Pei Jingming, "I'll tell you a secret."
"Yang Shao is my father."
A rare dull expression appeared on Pei Jingming's handsome face.
The emperor sighed softly, "Yuanrong, are you really going?"
"go."
Zhao Yuanrong said firmly, "If we want to achieve peace and stability in the world, we cannot have such vassal kings who control their own armies."
"Okay." The emperor did not object anymore.
"It will also let those who disobey you see who is the crown prince of the dynasty."
After leaving the Council Hall, the three of them walked along the long palace road.
The autumn wind blew dead leaves around my feet, bringing with it the chill of early winter.
Zhao Yuanrong spoke first, "After I go to Yunnan, Prince Rui, the family will be handed over to you."
She has a far-sighted vision. Although the aristocratic family has declined, it still retains a lot of power. She must not allow them to revive, nor allow them to join forces with any force.
Pei Jingming nodded.
"Don't worry, I've already caught quite a few fish with my line, I just have to wait to reel it in."
Qu Ling said, "Winter is coming soon, and the deposed emperor's birthday is approaching."
"Zongshi, leave it to me."
The three people have clear division of labor, no further explanation is needed.
"When you come back from Yunnan, you'll be able to drink at my wedding," Pei Jingming said to Zhao Yuanrong, "so, you must come back safely."
"What? You want to get married?"
Zhao Yuanrong was so surprised that the birds flew away at his voice.
"Yes, I'm going to ask for a marriage proposal." Pei Jingming said lightly.
"Whose girl is this? Why won't you let me see her?"
Qu Ling took Zhao Yuanrong's hand and said, "She is the prince consort's cousin, from Yuezhou. She helped build Fengzao Pavilion."
"Yuezhou people?"
Zhao Yuanrong looked at Pei Jingming.
"When I went to Yuezhou on business, that girl was there too," Pei Jingming said. "It was she who brought the blood letter to the capital and exposed the crimes of the Yuezhou governor."
"I got a lot of help from her. She's a good girl."
Zhao Yuanrong stopped asking.
It doesn't matter whether it's true or not.
As long as the explanation is reasonable, it's fine.
From then on, this was the story of Prince Rui and the Princess.
"Will she marry you?"
"I'm willing," Pei Jingming said without showing any strangeness on his face. "I'm young, promising, and talented. I'm the ideal husband for many people."
Zhao Yuanrong nodded, "That's good, that's good."
After having lunch in the East Palace, Pei Jingming left first.
Zhao Yuanrong called Hou Xu over and also called Zhao Chongxian.
"I am going to Yunnan, and Hou Xu will go with me."
"Chongxian, you stay in the capital."
She placed the Imperial Guard's fish token in Qu Ling's hand and said, "While I'm away, you can mobilize the Imperial Guard as well."
Zhao Chongxian understood, "Don't worry, Your Highness. I will do my best to assist the princess."
When no one was around, Qu Ling couldn't help but ask, "Can Hou Xu be trusted? He's the former leader of the Imperial Guards. What if..."
Zhao Yuanrong hugged her and said, "Don't worry, dear sister, I have a way to save my life."
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