Chapter 395 Tang Ning angrily criticizes Emperor An
Not to mention that Zhao Yuanlang and others kept crying out for injustice when they were taken away, Emperor An's face also looked extremely ugly.
He was simply fed up with the Lu family.
They have repeatedly provoked the court, targeting Xiao Yan every time. He has let them go several times, but the Lu family still does not know how to restrain themselves. Does Lu Chongyuan really think that he dare not touch them, or does he think that the Lu family can still cover the sky with one hand in the capital as before?
Did he think the emperor was a fool?
After watching the Zhao family being dragged away, Cao Dejiang took a half step forward and said:
"Your Majesty, let's put aside other matters for now. The Zhao family's entry into the palace today, as well as the death of the Fourth Prince's wife, are clearly suspicious. Their previous disturbance in the Privy Council alarmed many people. If we can't quickly investigate what happened today, I'm afraid it will cause panic among the people."
Cui Lin was of course happy to see the Lu family in trouble. Unlike Cao Dejiang, who spoke in a fair and just manner, he went straight to the Lu family.
"What Lord Cao said is true. These people are too audacious. They killed the prince's consort without authorization and even murdered her in public. If Princess Xiangning hadn't happened to meet Madam Zhao, no one would have known about this incident today. However, General Zhao used to be considered a rough and tumble general, but I didn't expect him to be so cunning."
Emperor An sneered upon hearing this: "Zhao Yuanlang? How could he have such a meticulous plan? It's obvious that someone is giving the Zhao family advice!"
As he spoke, he looked at Wu Huai: "Where's Lu Yin?"
Wu Huai said quickly, "He's in Jingzhao Prefecture. I'm afraid something might happen, so I asked someone to keep an eye on him."
Emperor An: "Did he say who was colluding with Prince Cheng?"
Wu Huai shook his head: "No, he just said that Guan's death was unjust, and he was not the one who made peace with Prince Cheng."
"Lu Yin said that ever since His Majesty sent him back to the Lu family, they have treated him terribly, humiliating him and nearly dying several times. He wanted to plead with Lu Langling to return to his biological parents, but Lu Langling refused to say a word and even allowed the young men in the mansion to abuse him."
"Back then, when Madam Rongguo gave birth, her child was swapped with someone else's. However, Guan Shi hadn't given birth at the time. Lu Yin thought that he was forcibly taken away by Guan Shi and separated from his parents for many years. He felt that he was an innocent victim and didn't deserve to be blamed by those in the Lu family. So he wanted to secretly investigate his identity."
"Who knew that after this investigation, he would find that all the clues related to his life were as if they had been deliberately erased, and he couldn't find a single clue."
Feng Qiuli frowned and said, "The matter of Prince Cheng has long been settled. Lu Yin is of no use anymore. Since His Majesty has not pursued the matter and released him back to the Lu family, the Lu family should have sent him away. Why keep him in the mansion and humiliate him? Moreover, how could someone deliberately erase all traces of a person of no importance?"
"Why else? I feel guilty."
Cui Lin sneered, "Who took Lu Yin away back then? Others don't know, but don't his biological parents know either? The Lu family has a guilty conscience, so they have to clean up their mess."
"The Lu family has repeatedly deceived the emperor and colluded with the Zhao family. What do they think of Your Majesty?"
Emperor An already hated the Lu family to the extreme, and as his anger rose, his eyes were filled with frost.
"Yu Yanfeng, bring your men to surround the Zhao family and investigate for me. I want to see what they are up to."
"Also, the Lu family, tell them that Lu Chongyuan must enter the palace immediately!"
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The poison in Mrs. Zhao's body was suppressed. Although she saved her life, she remained unconscious.
Emperor An ordered people to temporarily place him in the palace and make a decision after the affairs of the Zhao family were clarified.
The Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple continued to investigate the case of the Fourth Prince's wife, and also asked them to handle the Zhao family's affairs. After everything was explained, the others withdrew, and Emperor An left Tang Ning alone: "Go back and tell Xiao Yan to come to the palace to see me."
Tang Ning pursed her lips and said nothing.
Emperor An frowned: "Didn't you hear what I said?"
Tang Ning raised her head with red eyes. "Why did His Majesty ask my brother to come to the palace? Is he investigating the Lu family again?"
"How dare you!" Emperor An scolded.
Tang Ning's face turned pale, but he stood firm, not taking a single step back. "Your Majesty knows that my brother and the Lu family have been locked in a life-and-death struggle for a long time. In order to eliminate the aristocratic family for you, he has become a thorn in the eyes of those people who can't wait to get rid of him."
"Last time, you forced him to back down on the grain tax case and let Lu Zhao take over. My brother accepted it. Even though he became a laughing stock in the court, he never resented you. He only said that Your Majesty had a choice and was forced to do so. But this time, do you want to do the same thing again?"
"Song Tangning!"
Emperor An slammed his hands on the chair, his face filled with anger at being offended.
Eunuch Feng felt his legs go weak as he stood by, and he wished he could shut this girl up.
But Tang Ning's eyes were still red and he did not retreat: "I don't know what you are thinking, but my brother's life is also his life."
"You've been so soft-hearted towards the Lu family. Even the Zhao family knows you've been so indulgent towards them. No matter what happens, the Lu family will cover it. That's why they dared to kill the Fourth Prince's wife and murder people in the street. But Your Majesty, my brother doesn't have the guts to do that."
"He is born inferior to others because of his disability. He risked his life to serve Your Majesty, but all he got in return was a denunciation of a eunuch abusing his power. He relies only on your trust, but you don't trust him. Any slanderous words from anyone would make you suspicious."
The little girl spoke with a hint of resentment, unwillingness and grievance. When she raised her eyes and glared at Emperor An, she was like a newborn calf, tearing his inner and outer dignity apart.
"Your Majesty is well aware of my brother's methods. Once he enters the palace to take over the cases of the Zhao and Lu families, he will definitely investigate thoroughly. The Lu family has gone to great lengths to cover up something that must be serious. Perhaps after the investigation is completed, confiscating the family property and exterminating the clan will be considered a light punishment. Is your Majesty sure you want my brother to investigate?"
“How dare you!!”
Emperor An's face turned dark with anger, as if his inner secret had been exposed. In a rage, he grabbed the brush washer in front of him and smashed it down.
Tang Ning didn't move. The brush fell on her shoulder, causing her to stagger and almost fall.
The little girl's face turned pale with pain, and Eunuch Feng was on the verge of collapse.
He regretted getting on this pirate ship a thousand times, and even more so, he wished he could hold Tang Ning's hand and stop her from speaking again.
How come such a nice girl has a mouth!
Eunuch Feng quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, please calm down. Your Majesty, please calm down. Princess Xiangning did not mean to offend Your Majesty."
"Master Xiao's injuries are indeed still serious. Even Imperial Physician Jiang said he needs to rest. Furthermore, you've asked Lord He and his men to take over the Zhao family's affairs. The Privy Council is currently in the spotlight due to the death of the Fourth Prince's wife. It's a good thing that Master Xiao doesn't intervene, lest outsiders accuse you of favoritism."
After he finished speaking quickly, he turned towards Song Tangning.
"Princess Xiangning, His Majesty has asked Governor Xiao to investigate the case because he places great trust in him. Look at the entire capital. How many people could have offended His Majesty with words like Governor Xiao, and yet His Majesty has not yet pursued them?"
"I know you're unhappy with what happened today, but Your Majesty has been deceived. Things at court aren't as simple as you think. If Your Majesty truly didn't trust Governor Xiao, you would have sent someone to capture him after what happened today. Why would you have sent me and the imperial physician?"
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