Chapter 142 What kind of storm can a woman create?
"Second brother!" Xiao Wu couldn't help but shout, but the only response he got was Bai Yu'an's indifferent back.
He couldn't help but shook his head with a wry smile. In fact, after he came back this time, he tried to talk to Bai Yu'an several times, but almost every time he failed.
This brother, who used to have the best relationship with him, obviously no longer regards him as his younger brother.
"Third brother, don't argue with your second brother..." Wei Ranzhu didn't know what to say. She tried to persuade Bai Yu'an, but... there was almost no effect. Bai Yu'an really didn't consider the third brother, the sixth brother and the seventh brother as a family, and would never accept them.
She had thought of every possible solution and could only accept this result.
"Mom, it's okay." Xiao Wu pulled the corner of his mouth, not wanting to make Wei Ranzhu worry, and asked in confusion, "But why is Second Brother angry?"
"Why else?" Bai Yunfeng was clearly in a bad mood. "When will this ignorant brat grow up?"
Wei Ranzhu said slowly, "Your second brother...he didn't support your father in mobilizing military officers to intercede for Mr. Jiang."
So that's what it was.
Xiao Wu nodded in understanding. If the other party was not Li Suining's relative, he would not really agree with the General's Mansion getting involved in this mess.
In the court, Zuo Shanzhang represents the civil officials and Bai Yunfeng represents the military officials. The two have always been at odds, but there is no winner in their fights. Jiang Heci has always been neutral. If Bai Yunfeng stands up to support Jiang Heci now, then in the eyes of the emperor, Bai Yunfeng's influence will be even greater.
The four words "merits surpassing the master" are a taboo for all military generals, especially for someone like Bai Yunfeng who has countless military exploits.
Xiao Wu could even imagine that after this incident was over, the emperor's heart would subconsciously lean towards Zuo Shanzhang, so he could understand Bai Yu'an's attitude.
But, maybe he's just too sensitive, this time framing Jiang Heci, he can't help but suspect Zuo Shanzhang and Beiman...
Although the Northern Barbarians had been defeated and recaptured by Baiyun Peak many years ago, the Northern Barbarians are warlike. Are they really willing to become a vassal of the Great Jin?
"Third son?" Wei Ranzhu gently patted his third son's shoulder. "What are you thinking about? You look so engrossed."
"Nothing." Xiao Wu withdrew his thoughts and smiled softly.
"By the way, how is Sui Ning living in the Prime Minister's Mansion? Are you used to living there?" Wei Ranzhu asked with a smile, and Bai Yunfeng also pricked up his ears.
"Don't worry, Dad and Mom, my sister is fine. Aunt Yinyue and Qingyun are here, so she is not in danger." Xiao Wu said truthfully. However, he saw that his parents were still looking at him expectantly, obviously hoping that he would say something.
He quickly realized, "Just one thing. Today she was crying and wanted to come back. I coaxed her for a long time."
Sure enough, Bai Yunfeng and Wei Ranzhu looked at each other and seemed to feel a lot more relaxed.
Bai Yunfeng cleared his throat and said, "This child just misses home too much, but it's understandable. She's only four years old. How can she be away from her parents for too long?"
"Dad, Aunt Yinyue's matter should be almost over, and my sister will be back soon." Xiao Wu spoke again.
"That's good, that's good." Bai Yunfeng was obviously happier.
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In the general's mansion, Chen Shaoyou secretly came to see Zuo Shanzhang after searching Jiang's house. At this time, the two were in Zuo Shanzhang's study, and Zuo Sixian was also next to them.
"Didn't find it?" Zuo Shanzhang was obviously a little surprised. "It's the place Sixian mentioned? No?"
Chen Shaoyou nodded and said, "Yes, Lord, I have looked for it several times, but I really can't find it..."
He glanced at Zuo Sixian and asked hesitantly, "Could it be that the eldest master... remembered it wrongly?"
"Father, there is no way Sixian could have remembered it wrong." Zuo Sixian immediately assured.
Zuo Shanzhang did not doubt his son. After all, this thing was released almost every two or three years, and it had been going on for so many years. It was impossible for Zuo Sixian to remember it wrong.
Then, there is only one possibility, "You said... Jiang Yinyue is also in the Jiang residence?"
"Yes." Chen Shaoyou lowered his head. "During our entire search, Madam and the servants of the Jiang residence were always by our side, so it was really difficult for my subordinates to do anything tricky."
He paused, then tentatively asked, "Prime Minister, I think... Madam seems to have reconciled with the old Grand Tutor..."
Zuo Shanzhang didn't say anything, but he knew that this matter was almost certainly true. The servant in the mansion also said that Jiang Yinyue had returned to the Jiang residence more frequently recently. He guessed that it was that Tuanzi who was mediating between them.
"Damn it!" He couldn't help but curse for a long time. He had planned this for many years, but he didn't expect that something would go wrong at the last moment. "This time... let that old bastard go."
"Prime Minister, we can't give up easily." Chen Shaoyou couldn't help but worry. When he captured Jiang Heci, he was determined to win and left no way out for himself. If Jiang Heci was released in the end, then he... would probably be in trouble.
He thought anxiously for a moment, then asked cautiously, "Prime Minister, are you still in contact with the Northern Barbarians? Perhaps... they can still send some evidence to prevent Jiang Heci from turning over."
"How could I, the Prime Minister, have any connection with the Northern Barbarians?" Zuo Shanzhang said coldly, "Do as I say. Imprison him for a few more days and then release him."
It’s not that he can’t contact the Northern Barbarians, but if he takes too many actions and loses the emperor’s trust, that would be disastrous.
Since something went wrong this time, perhaps it was God's will, he could only think about it carefully.
"Yes, I understand." Chen Shaoyou didn't dare to raise any more objections. After staying for a while, he secretly left through the back door.
"Father..." Zuo Sixian spoke at the right time, "I'm afraid this incident will make Grandfather completely hostile to the Prime Minister's Mansion. Our future..."
"What are you afraid of?" Zuo Shanzhang said nonchalantly, "Don't you understand Jiang Heci's character? As long as Jiang Yinyue is still in the Prime Minister's Mansion, even if he hates me, he won't dare to do anything to me."
"But..." Zuo Sixian still felt something was wrong. "My mother would probably have some opinions about this matter. Would she..."
Zuo Shanzhang sneered, "First of all, there's no evidence that I was directly involved in this matter. At worst, I'll say a few good words for him in court tomorrow, but... I believe Baiyun Peak will probably take action as well."
Zuo Sixian nodded in agreement.
"Even if Jiang Yinyue has doubts, what can she do?" Zuo Shanzhang snorted. "She's just a woman, and the mistress of the Prime Minister's Mansion. What kind of trouble can she cause?"
"Father is absolutely right." Zuo Sixian's heart was at ease. "It's a pity that we can't bring down Grandfather this time. I guess he'll be on guard against it in the future. We can only make a long-term plan."
This was what Zuo Shanzhang was most unhappy about. He had thought that he could use this opportunity to kill Jiang Heci, and from then on, he would completely get rid of the shadow of the Jiang family, but now... he could only think of another way.
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