Chapter 396 The Threat from Duke Xie
"Chu Mu, you came to the palace to apologize to the emperor with wounds all over your body?"
Duke Xie had a look of complete understanding on his face. "Tell me, did you know Miss Li's true identity beforehand?"
"I'd better consider whether to plead for you."
Shen Zhao knew that Duke Xie had misunderstood.
He quickly explained:
"I have indeed come to ask for forgiveness from His Majesty."
Duke Xie glanced at her with an expression that said, "I knew it would be like this."
"Old Duke, Miss Li is innocent."
As soon as Shen Zhao said this, a hint of displeasure immediately appeared between Duke Xie's eyebrows.
The man surnamed Chu was blinded by the beauty.
He taught earnestly:
"Chu Mu, I know you are young and full of energy, and you are not very satisfied with the lady of the mansion.
But don’t even think about it, you daughter of a traitor, and don’t let the emperor down.
If you dare to betray His Majesty for a woman, I will definitely take your head."
Shen Zhao choked.
"My Lord, Miss Li is not the Seventh Prince's daughter. I fabricated this identity for her in order to save His Majesty and silence the Empress."
"This matter was all caused by me. If I hadn't implicated Miss Li, she would never have ended up being apprehended by His Majesty."
Duke Xie frowned slightly, not quite believing what Shen Zhao said.
Who knows if this guy is deceiving him in order to save Li Yuwan.
"You should save these words for His Majesty. I will trust His Majesty's judgment."
After saying that, he quickly quickened his pace and rushed towards Lu's study.
Who knows if that brat Xie Yuheng will say something outrageous in front of the emperor.
No one knows a son better than his father. Duke Xie’s concerns are not unreasonable.
At this time, in the study, the old emperor and Xie Yuheng were staring at each other.
Xie Yuheng clenched his hands into fists, his eyes were red and there was a hint of water in them.
The only thing missing was the word "grievance" written on his face.
"Your Majesty, do you think I am so incapable of such a great responsibility?"
"Not even qualified to guard the city gate..."
"Your Majesty, I am loyal to the Emperor and my country, and I want to apprehend the traitors who are endangering our country. Your Majesty, won't you even give me this opportunity?"
Xie Yuheng couldn't figure it out.
He really couldn't figure it out.
Is he really that bad?
His father wanted to protect him like a girl in the boudoir and wanted to pamper him.
He is obviously a seven-foot-tall man, he is not afraid of bloodshed or death.
I’m afraid of living a cowardly life.
He thought that as the emperor of Southern Chu, he was a hero in his heart.
It will be different.
You will see his ability and his sincerity.
It will allow him to show his talents and realize his ambitions.
But he didn't.
Like his father, he directly rejected him.
Let him stay in the camp in the capital, or else go back home.
He was unwilling to accept it.
I am unwilling to live such a mediocre life.
The old emperor looked at Xie Yuheng kneeling below and felt helpless.
Especially when I saw his scarlet eyes filled with tears, I felt so heartbroken.
This naughty kid.
Why is he so stubborn?
Must be at the forefront.
"Yuheng, I promised Lord Xie that I would not let you risk your life alone, and I will not let you fall into danger. You must understand me."
Let's just put the blame on Duke Xie for everything.
Let this brat go and pester Duke Xie.
Duke Xie had the heart to teach this brat a lesson, but as his father, he couldn't bear to do so.
Xie Yuheng's eyes suddenly brightened.
He stared at the emperor and said with a grin:
"My father has just promised me that as long as I can ask for your permission, he won't care whether I go to guard the city gate or not."
"Your Majesty, please trust me. I have also apprehended the rebellious Princess and the Five Princes who tried to sneak into the capital."
"I have the ability to guard the city gate."
Xie Yuheng was still talking excitedly there.
The old emperor's face turned black.
This Duke Xie has no moral principles!
How could he push it onto me?
He completely forgot that he just wanted to push the troublesome brat Xie Yuheng to Duke Xie to deal with.
Xie Yuheng looked at Xie Yuheng with sparkling eyes, and that look made the old emperor feel soft-hearted.
Although he was soft-hearted, he still didn't know who had swapped Yu Heng and the fake one.
He didn't even know whether the group of people who swapped the children knew Yu Heng's current true identity.
He can't take this risk.
But if I reject Yuheng now.
This brat must be extremely depressed and aggrieved, and he must hate his father to death.
Duke Xie, Duke Xie, you old boy, don't let me look at you.
otherwise……
"This old minister requests to see His Majesty"
Before the old emperor finished his harsh words, the voice of Duke Xie was heard outside the study.
He arrived just in time.
There was a hint of anger in his tone as he said, "Come in now."
Duke Xie knew that this little bastard Xie Yuheng must have misbehaved in front of the emperor.
Otherwise, His Majesty cannot be angry with him.
Thinking of Chu Mu behind him, Duke Xie felt relieved again.
There will be someone more unlucky than him later.
I instantly felt much more relaxed.
Even his tone became a little more cheerful, "I obey your order."
The old emperor sitting inside looked even darker.
This old guy must be very happy that a hot potato was thrown to him.
The tone of voice rose.
He will be the one crying later.
When Shen Zhao arrived, he only saw the missing corner of Duke Xie's clothes.
Just as he was about to ask for an audience with the emperor, he saw Zhao Cheng escorting Li Yuwan, followed by Feng Li, walking towards the study.
Shen Zhao took back his words and decided to go in with Zhao Cheng, Li Yuwan and the others.
Suddenly, an angry roar from the old emperor was heard from Lu's study.
"Thank you, Duke, this is how you teach your children."
Well... he thought it would be okay to go in later.
Zhao Cheng, who was about to report, was also stunned.
Should I go in now or not?
His Majesty seemed to be scolding Duke Xie.
If he went in now, would he disturb His Majesty and Duke Xie?
The most important thing is that Duke Xie is a vengeful person!
The last time he was scolded by Duke Xie, Duke Xie had threatened him several times, both openly and secretly, and had also made things difficult for him several times.
He has grievances but cannot speak them out.
Shen Zhao listened to Zhao Cheng's endless thoughts and looked at his hardened face.
People are always two-faced.
Just like her father, the Ninth Prince, who appears to be cold and arrogant on the surface.
The noisy inner voice and childish nature are really annoying.
Duke Xie, who was standing in the main hall listening to the lecture, was complaining in his heart.
Did the guy named Chu crawl here?
Why hasn’t he come yet? Why hasn’t he come yet to bear the emperor’s wrath for him?
And as for that little bastard Yu Heng, can't he have some mercy on his father and stop being so stubborn in guarding the city gate?
Who understands this kind of grievance!
Shen Zhao, who was being muttered by Duke Xie, spoke at the right time:
"Your humble servant Chu Mu requests an audience with His Majesty."
The study room suddenly became quiet.
"Come on in."
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