Chapter 131 Their Target is Meng Tianshu
These words made something flash through Ji Yunshu's mind, and she almost immediately remembered the strangeness of the Suzhou incident.
On the one hand, someone was deliberately luring them to Suzhou.
On the other hand, Suzhou didn't actually set many traps for them to fall into. Several sieges seemed more like hasty responses, especially the siege of Zhao Shen in the garrison town. It looked grand, but in fact, no one was killed.
The Mobei raid was even more so. After the failure, the Mobei people immediately retreated, and it was obvious that they were not really prepared to invade the south.
She had never figured out what was going on, but now she had gotten a glimpse of the clue from Zhao Shen's words.
Prince Yong would certainly not personally get involved in Suzhou's affairs, so it is obvious who is doing the work.
In any case, it couldn’t be Prince Xiao Kun of Yong who was far away in the capital.
"It seems we got a great deal this time."
Ji Yunshu smiled after thinking it all through.
Zhao Shen found that she really understood everything immediately: "It is indeed an advantage. Xiao Xun was able to manage Suzhou to this extent without the court knowing anything. His ability should not be underestimated."
At least in the previous life, the events of Suzhou had never been discovered.
It was not until General Ji and his son died in battle that he realized something was wrong with Zhao Heng.
But it was too late by then.
Thinking of this, he unconsciously tightened his grip on Ji Yunshu's hand.
Thanks to her, everything is different this time.
Knowing that the Yong Palace was not a place where fathers, sons and brothers were united, Ji Yunshu's mind suddenly became clear and he felt that the future was bright.
She didn't say any more about this, but instead asked, "Your target isn't these two, is it that Young Master Tianshu?"
She had just recovered from an illness and it was snowing. Although Zhao Shen was obviously unwilling, he still took her out.
She should have thought that Zhao Shen couldn't have brought her just to see the lanterns.
Zhao Shen seemed to sense her resentment and said with a smile, "Young Master Tianshu, the youngest son of the second branch of the Ruyang Meng family, has been known for his quick wit since childhood, but his greatest talent is not actually poetry."
Ji Yunshu thought of the way that Young Master Tianshu had watched Zhao Shen leave, wishing he could just follow him, and he was too tired to complain: "I see."
Zhao Shen guessed all his riddles in such a short time. He didn't seem to have any emotional fluctuations. Instead, he answered the question and was immediately regarded as a close friend.
It shows what he is really interested in.
Seeing that she seemed to have no interest in Meng Tianshu, Zhao Shen asked again, "Aren't you looking for someone to build a sea ship and improve the Si Nan?"
Ji Yunshu looked at him suddenly: "You mean he can? But isn't he the son of the Meng family? Can he be used by us?"
Zhao Shen said, "He's the youngest son of the second wife, so he doesn't need to inherit the family business. Although he has some talent and reputation, the family won't give him up easily, but they won't interfere too much either. As long as there's enough bait, let him do his job."
Ji Yunshu asked suspiciously, "Tell me the truth, have you been eyeing him for a long time?"
Zhao Shen didn't hide it from her: "Ever since you said you wanted to find someone suitable, I've been looking. A few years ago, I saw a drawing of an improved bow and crossbow by Meng Tianshu. The people in the Ministry of Works were amazed, but unfortunately, they tried several times and never succeeded. He's good at mathematics and ingenuity, so maybe he can make what you want."
Ji Yunshu found that Zhao Shen was really a reliable person.
He remembered everything she said, and even if it sounded like a fantasy, he would try his best to help her achieve it.
"That would be great, but why would he come to Suzhou at this time? The brother and sister from Prince Yong's Mansion are also looking for him, and they seem to know each other well."
Especially the look Xiao Ting gave Meng Tianshu, Ji Yunshu felt that their relationship might not be that simple.
Zhao Shen said, "The second wife of the Meng family is surnamed Zhou, and is of the same clan as Prince Yong's concubine Zhou. In theory, Xiao Ting should call Meng Tianshu cousin, but you've also seen that Meng Tianshu doesn't have a good impression of them."
Ji Yunshu asked curiously, "Why is that?"
"What do you think they're looking for Meng Tianshu for?" Zhao Shen said with a hint of sarcasm in his smile. "The Meng family is also a century-old family, and they're indirectly related to Prince Yong's Mansion. How could they be completely unaware of Prince Yong's secret plots? Would they be willing to be tied to Prince Yong?"
Ji Yunshu understood that the century-old clans only had their own way of survival, and they would not take sides until King Yong had an absolute chance of winning.
The Meng family might not mind secretly helping Prince Yong when he needs it, but they would never let their own legitimate son become the second son of Prince Yong's mansion.
Ever since she transmigrated into the novel and discovered that she was a vicious female supporting character, Ji Yunshu has been under great pressure to overthrow the male and female protagonists.
But now she suddenly realized that she was actually on the orthodox side of the court.
Xiao Xun didn't dare to recruit talents openly, but she and Zhao Shen could.
Meng Tianshu helped them, and it could even be said that he was loyal to the court.
Her cousin, the emperor, was not so incompetent that he needed to be overthrown.
She couldn't help but sigh: "So, we are quite lucky."
Zhao Shen smiled and said, "Indeed, my luck has improved since I married you."
It's not like he hadn't checked before, but the other party seemed to be able to clear all traces, leaving him with no clues at all.
But now it seems like there are flaws everywhere.
The trip to Suzhou, which should have been very dangerous, not only did no one escape harm, but it also yielded a lot of rewards.
He felt that just being able to lure Meng Tianshu to their side would make the trip worthwhile.
Ji Yunshu is his lucky star.
The goal had been achieved, Ji Yunshu had had enough of shopping, and the two of them returned to the Zhou Mansion happily holding hands.
In the restaurant, watching the two people walk away, Xiao Ting said to Meng Tianshu in dissatisfaction: "Brother Tianshu, do you know who those two people are? Why are you approaching them?"
Meng Tianshu was still thinking about the solution that Zhao Shen had just proposed. He found that even if he thought according to Zhao Shen's method, he would not be able to reach a conclusion faster than Zhao Shen. He was very excited to have met such a capable person.
After hearing Xiao Ting's words, he regained his composure and frowned as he thought, "I seem to have heard of the name Zhao Shen somewhere."
Xiao Ting really had no idea what was going on in the mind of this man she was supposed to call cousin. She gritted her teeth and reminded him, "The prince of Changxing Marquisate, the third place winner in the imperial examination who caused a sensation ten years ago."
"Oh, it's him. He's really a genius."
Meng Tianshu seemed to be completely oblivious to Xiao Ting's ugly expression and said excitedly.
He looked as if he couldn't wait to ask Zhao Shen for advice.
Xiao Ting: "..."
Xiao Xun had long known that this man looked smart, but in fact he was not smart at all in some aspects, so he did not beat around the bush and said directly: "Cousin, what I want you to do is not difficult for you, can you help me?"
A hint of coldness flashed in Meng Tianshu's eyes, but his face still looked ignorant: "I already told you, I just drew that crossbow according to an ancient book. I really don't know how to make it."
Xiao Xun's expression turned cold: "We are relatives after all. It won't hurt for you to help me, right?"
Meng Tianshu looked at his expression and had a bad feeling in his heart. He changed his tone and said, "I really don't know now. How about you give me some time and I will study it again?"
Xiao Xun also knew a little about his temper, and was afraid that if he pushed too hard, everything would end up in vain, so he had no choice but to say, "Then hurry up, I have a great use for this thing."
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