Chapter 549 Qian Zexi resigns
Listening to the high-sounding words of Emperor Tianyuan, Su Hanchu sneered.
"For now, I will believe what Emperor Tianyuan said. Tianyuan has no intention of coveting Baise City. But yesterday's incident involved so many assassins, all dressed in night clothes. If they hadn't been premeditated, how could they have come to this? Not to mention that the assassins disappeared into the Crown Prince's residence. This matter is too strange. I simply don't believe it has nothing to do with the Crown Prince."
Emperor Tianyuan sighed softly, looking quite helpless.
"Don't worry, City Lord Su. I have ordered Lord Zhou to fully investigate this matter and will give you a satisfactory answer. As for the Crown Prince, if he does anything wrong, I will never condone it."
After saying this, Emperor Tianyuan changed the subject, and his tone became a little gentler and more inviting.
"City Lord Su, how is Aye doing? This is what I'm most worried about. After all, Aye is my nephew. His father is away, and I feel even more sorry for him. Was he injured yesterday?"
Upon hearing this, the coldness on Su Hanchu's face faded a little.
"Thank you for your concern, Emperor Tianyuan. I do have some martial arts skills, and the people who were secretly protecting me showed up in time, so Ah Ye was not injured. However, he was frightened. The little bit of spirit that I had cultivated in the imperial city was gone.
At this time, my husband was still lying in bed. I looked at him with grief in my heart. I thought that after the assassin's matter was thoroughly investigated, I would see if I could return to Baise City based on Aye's physical condition. Although there are many doctors in this imperial city, and it is convenient to find all kinds of precious medicinal herbs, there are still concerns about his life.
When Emperor Tianyuan heard that she was leaving the imperial city, he became anxious.
"City Lord Su, the assassination was caused by the poor security of Tianyuan. I am deeply sorry. I will order people to prepare the best medicinal herbs, which will be sent to the Bai residence later. I hope Ah Ye can recover soon. I will have people strengthen the patrols in the Imperial City. In the future, if City Lord Su wants to go out of the city to play, I will also send experts to protect him. Since the Imperial City is conducive to Ah Ye's recovery, City Lord Su can rest assured to stay in the Imperial City. I promise that assassinations like this will not happen again."
Su Hanchu stood up and said.
"Thank you very much, Emperor Tianyuan, for your concern. I thank you on behalf of my husband. As for the assassination, I will wait for good news. I miss my husband at home, so I will take my leave."
Upon seeing this, Emperor Tianyuan immediately gave orders.
"Zhao Ping, escort City Lord Su out of the palace for me."
White House.
Jun Moye looked at Qian Zexi who came to his door.
"Master Qian is an honored guest. Come, serve tea to Master Qian."
Qian Zexi spoke after sitting down.
"Master Jun, I came here today because of what we discussed before."
Then he gave Gundam a look.
Gaoda handed a box to Jun Moye, and saw a thick stack of account books, letters and the like inside.
Qian Zexi continued to speak.
"Master Jun, I have brought you what you wanted. My sister's illness can't be delayed any longer. Please, Master Jun, can you fulfill your promise?"
Jun Moye raised his hand and took the account book and letter inside to take a look, with a sarcastic smile on his lips. It is said that a magistrate can earn 100,000 silver coins in three years. What the prince has done in these years is really too numerous to list.
"Master Qian is a worthy friend. I will arrange for Doctor Li to treat your sister. However, Miss Qian's status is somewhat special. The Prince's Mansion..."
Qian Zexi hurriedly spoke upon hearing this.
"Master Jun, my sister has been living in the Qian family these days."
Jun Moye looked at the pile of evidence on the table about the prince's corruption, bribery, and buying and selling of official positions, and tapped the table lightly with his index finger.
"Well, Lord Qian, since we can be considered friends now, I will give you another reminder. It won't be a big problem for your family to leave the Imperial City, but it will be difficult for the Crown Princess to leave the Imperial City. I think the Crown Princess's illness is quite serious. Why not report this to the higher-ups? It's normal for someone with that kind of illness to die, and since it was infected by the Crown Prince, that higher-ups will probably show some leniency to the Qian family for the sake of face."
When Qian Zexi heard this, it was as if a flash of lightning illuminated the fog in his heart, and a complex emotion flashed in his eyes. This Jun Moye was indeed meticulous.
"Thank you for your guidance, Master Jun. I understand now."
Jun Moye smiled and took a sip of tea.
"You are too polite, Master Qian."
Then he gave the order in a deep voice.
"Qian Gu, let Doctor Li and Master Qian go to the Qian family."
Three days later.
The Crown Princess's condition worsened and she fainted in the Crown Prince's Mansion.
He hurriedly invited the imperial physician from the palace.
After making the diagnosis, Doctor Hu shook his head and declared that the patient was beyond help.
The prince's illness was discovered before it became apparent, but the condition was only controlled and not cured.
Such a big thing naturally alarmed the emperor and empress. The Crown Princess was suffering from an internal organ disease and was critically ill. This was simply a great shame for the royal family. What's more, the root of the disease came from the Crown Prince. Emperor Tianyuan was anxious and angry.
Qian Zexi, dressed in plain clothes and carrying his official seal and uniform, asked to see Emperor Tianyuan.
Emperor Tianyuan spoke in surprise upon seeing this.
"Qian Aiqing, why are you doing this?"
Qian Zexi knelt in front of Emperor Tianyuan holding his official uniform and seal.
"Your Majesty, I have come today to ask Your Majesty to allow me to resign and return home."
Emperor Tianyuan frowned upon hearing this.
"My dear Qian Aiqing, you have assisted me for many years. Everything is going well. Why do you suddenly want to resign?"
Upon hearing this, Qian Zexi knelt down and spoke respectfully.
"Your Majesty, I dare to say that the Crown Princess's illness is beyond human control. I believe that Imperial Physician Hu has already informed Your Majesty that the illness originated from His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and it is no longer a secret. I fear that if this matter were to become known, it would be a devastating blow to the reputation of the royal family. However, I have a plan in mind that may resolve this crisis."
The prince caused trouble one after another. Tianyuan felt his anger rising when he heard it. He suppressed his anger and signaled Qian Zexi to continue.
Qian Zexi continued to speak.
"I would like to suggest that we publicly announce that the Crown Princess died suddenly of an incurable illness, unrelated to His Royal Highness, to preserve the royal family's reputation. At the same time, I would like to resign from my official position and move far away with my family to prevent this matter from escalating further."
Upon hearing this, Emperor Tianyuan frowned, sighed, and spoke.
"Alas, Qian Aiqing, this matter is indeed absurd, and it is this that has implicated the Crown Princess. However, Qian Aiqing, you do not need to resign for this matter. Since the Qian family is concerned about the reputation of the royal family, I will follow your previous words. I will pretend that I did not hear of your resignation."
Qian Zexi spoke hurriedly after hearing this.
"Your Majesty, my younger sister was born in our old age. She is the only daughter of the Qian family. She has been pampered since she was a child. Now, seeing her lying in bed, pale and barely breathing, I, your parents, and I are deeply saddened."
Then his tone changed, filled with sadness.
"Your Majesty, my parents are old and perhaps unable to accept my sister's illness. After hearing the news, they have fallen ill. My parents are ill, and my sister is seriously ill. Your Majesty, I really have no interest in government affairs. I am afraid it will be difficult for me to serve Your Majesty anymore. I only ask Your Majesty to consider the Qian family's diligence in serving Your Majesty for so many years. Please allow the Qian family to return to their hometown and allow me to serve my parents in the future."
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