Chapter 258 The Prince's Suspicion
Zhu Mingqing stared at him motionlessly, as if the other party was some gold, silver or jewelry, which made Luo Tingshan feel a little uncomfortable.
He explained, "Court affairs are complicated. There are people like Pei Shangling and the eldest prince. It all depends on what you want!"
Zhu Mingqing frowned. He really didn't know much about politics. "What do you mean?"
Luo Tingshan said solemnly, "Pei Shang ordered the troops to remain in place, firstly because this evidence can only harm Liang Zongwu, and secondly because of His Majesty!"
"In Southern Xia, Pei and Liang were the leaders of literature, while Luo and Xu were the leaders of military affairs. The Luo family was raided, and the balance of power among the military commanders was disrupted. Now the court is dominated by Pei, Liang, and Xu. The eldest prince has the Xu family behind him, the third prince has the Liang family behind him, and Pei Shangling is loyal to the emperor. If this situation is disrupted again, the court will be in chaos!"
Zhu Mingqing immediately understood, so it was not that Pei Shangling did not want to take action against the Liang family, but the timing was wrong!
"So what's the method you just mentioned?"
Luo Tingshan: "The eldest prince has a reckless personality, so he's a good opportunity to break through! Most importantly, the emperor has his eye on the third prince, but with the Xu family around, he doesn't dare to act rashly!"
Zhu Mingqing frowned: "If that's the case, then why are you still..."
If you want the third prince to ascend the throne, the best way is to suppress the Xu family, but why in the end, the Luo family is the victim.
Luo Tingshan understood what she meant and shrugged his shoulders slightly. This was also what confused him.
Zhu Mingqing guessed: "Maybe... the Third Prince has lost his mind?"
After carefully recalling the contents of the book, there was not much description or introduction of the third prince. I only knew that he died early due to poor health.
Not long after the eldest prince ascended the throne, the court was controlled by the Liang family. As for the Xu family, it had long been submerged in the torrent.
Luo Tingshan smiled and said, "So, if you just want the position of prefect of Guancheng, there are many ways to do it, but if you want to deal with Liang Zongwu, the eldest prince is a good breakthrough point."
Zhu Mingqing smiled and said, "I choose the latter!"
Once something happens to Liang Zongwu, everyone's attention will be diverted, and the position of the prefect of Guancheng will be easy for Prince Zhou to handle!
Luo Tingshan: "Okay, I'll have someone pass the message to the Crown Prince."
"Wait, what if the eldest prince wants to take advantage of the opportunity to control the Liang family?" Zhu Mingqing thought of another question.
Luo Tingshan said in a cold tone, "If you want to succeed the emperor, you must not waver. Liang Zhongling won't do that, and the Third Prince won't agree to it either!"
"If you help me like this, what are your requirements?" Zhu Mingqing couldn't help but ask.
Luo Tingshan's eyebrows twitched slightly, and his deep pupils stared at her: "You think the Luo family has nothing to do with me?!"
Zhu Mingqing: ...
That’s right, the Liang family is their common enemy.
She twitched her lips and said embarrassedly: "Sorry, I just spoke too quickly and forgot!"
"However, if we touch Liang Zongwu, the Liang family will be alert in the later period, and it will be difficult to touch them again!"
I'm afraid that old fox Liang Zhongling will only show his true colors when there is real unrest!
Luo Tingshan sneered: "Civil strife in Nanxia is inevitable. No one will remain indifferent when it comes to interests!"
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The autumn wind is unbridled.
Kuang Qiu stayed in Zhending Prefecture for a few more days before leading his men back to the capital.
"Sir, do you think he really hasn't found anything?" Liang Zongwu has been raising troops these days, and now he has come to see them off.
Mr. Zhou raised the corner of his mouth. "We have to find out something, otherwise we won't be able to explain! As long as it doesn't implicate you, adults, it's fine!"
Liang Zongwu nodded slightly: "Order someone to keep an eye on him and check the people around him at night!"
Mr. Zhou nodded: "Don't worry, Second Master, there are old doctors watching over us in the capital, so there won't be any major trouble!"
The branches and leaves on both sides of the road swirled and fell, and the towns that had been hit by the floods gradually recovered.
It was already late autumn when Kuang Qiu arrived in the capital.
On the first day, he was about to go to the palace to report to the emperor, but was stopped in time by Liang He.
Kuang Qiu frowned, "Are you sure this is what Pei Shangling meant?"
Liang He nodded: "I am sorry to hear that you have been waiting for so long. I hope you will think twice before you act. This matter cannot be rushed!"
After saying that, he jumped off the carriage and left quickly.
When he came out of the palace, Kuang Qiu didn't feel very relaxed. At least the matter of Liang Zongwu was still weighing heavily on his mind.
Moreover, he had just returned home, bathed and changed his clothes, and as the night grew darker, he heard from people in the mansion that the eldest prince had come to visit.
Kuang Qiu's expression tensed, and he immediately asked, "What's the matter?"
The butler shook his head. "The eldest prince said nothing, only wanting to see you. This happened too suddenly, you must be careful."
Kuang Qiu hurried to the main hall and bowed respectfully, "Your humble servant greets Your Highness. I wonder what brings you here so late at night?"
The eldest prince placed his hands on either side of the armrests, and sat at the head of the table, his eyes sparkling. "Did you bring back anything interesting from Zhending?"
Kuang Qiu was stunned for a moment: "What does Your Highness mean?"
The eldest prince said directly: "Liang Zongwu's account book is here with you, hand it over!"
Kuang Qiu's head was buzzing and he was deaf for a moment. He looked up and saw the determined expression of the prince, and his breathing became increasingly rapid.
"Sir Kuang, I wouldn't have come to you if I didn't have solid evidence." The eldest prince's eyes were sharp and his voice was rough. "Furthermore, you probably didn't tell my father about this when you met him today. But what would my father do if he knew?"
Kuang Qiu's heart tightened. His Majesty was getting older and more suspicious. He would definitely suspect that he was in cahoots with the Liang family.
The eldest prince continued, "However, Lord Kuang didn't say anything today, I believe he must be in some difficulty. I am not an unkind person. Lord Kuang only needs to hand over the things, and everything will be fine!"
Kuang Qiu didn't know whether Pei Shangling had leaked the news, but it was obvious that he had no choice but to hand it over.
He raised his eyes and couldn't help asking, "Your Highness, how did you know about this?"
The eldest prince clenched his fist hidden in his sleeve and found it was true.
He warned: "Master Kuang, it is better not to know!"
Kuang Qiu pursed his lips and calmed down: "I have one last question. If Your Highness does not answer, then I will not be able to hand over the things!"
The eldest prince's expression darkened: "...Speak!"
Kuang Qiu looked over with his old eyes, not afraid of the other party's threat: "Your Highness, now that you have this item, are you going to give it to the Liang family, or present it to His Majesty?"
If it was handed over to the Liang family, even if he died now, he would knock on the gate of the palace and deliver the things to the emperor!
The eldest prince suddenly laughed: "Don't worry, Lord Kuang. I can guarantee that this item will never flow from my hands to the Liang family!"
It will only become one of his means to control his subordinates!
As long as the Liang family obeys, they will be safe for the time being.
Kuang Qiu, however, thought the eldest prince was simply displeased with the Liang family's actions, so he returned to his room and took out a box. "Your Highness, please keep this carefully. This is the only copy. If it's destroyed, there's no way to save it!"
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