"Send them all to Lingshan!"
Wen Hu glanced at Yuan Li, and seeing that Yuan Li did not react, he said, "Your Majesty, Zhao Huan and his son are dead, and these people can't cause any trouble. As for Lingshan, it is a vast area with a high altitude, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack. It is also a no-man's-land in the local area. To take it up would cost the court a lot of manpower and resources, which I think is not worth it."
"Not worth it?"
Yuan Xiu was somewhat annoyed and said, "My imperial sister and nephew are still on the mountain. As long as we can rescue them, it's worth it no matter what we do!"
Just as Du Yucheng was about to speak, Wen Hu glanced at him, and he immediately shut up.
Wen Hu nodded and said, "Of course, if Your Majesty requests it, I will make the arrangements. This matter is of great importance, please allow me, Your Majesty, time to discuss it with His Highness Prince Xin."
Yuan Xiu's mood improved, and he said, "Yes, you and Prince Xin should discuss this carefully. I must bring back my elder sister and Changli."
Wen Hu said, "Your Majesty, there is one more matter that requires your decision."
"explain."
"Now that Zhao Huan and his son have fallen, and Xu Shouli has betrayed us, shouldn't we also clean up the mess of people associated with them, such as Li Shu, the Minister of Rites, and the son of Pu Jian, who is still doing business in Changsui City?"
“Lord Shaxian, isn’t this a bit inappropriate?” He Yin, who had been silent until now, stepped forward and said, “Although Xu Shouli has betrayed us, his conduct during his tenure as an official is evident to all. He is not the kind of person who forms cliques for personal gain. Moreover, Li Shu’s appointment as Minister of Rites is by His Majesty’s decree.”
Wen Hu smiled and said, "The Empress has given birth to a prince, and I haven't had a chance to congratulate the Imperial Brother-in-Law yet. But the Imperial Brother-in-Law should be careful with his words. It's not appropriate to speak so openly in support of a traitor, is it?"
"I didn't take anyone's side!"
He Yin shouted sharply, turning to Yuan Xiu and saying, "Since the establishment of the Central Secretariat, first came the anti-corruption storm, then the destruction of the Left Prime Minister's residence, followed by the Tianyong County riot, the Zhao family's defiance of the imperial decree, Xu Shouli's betrayal, and now we're sending troops to Lingshan to rescue the Eldest Princess. All of this is internal strife within the Great Jing Dynasty. Your Majesty, I don't object to rescuing the Eldest Princess, but please give the Great Jing Dynasty some time to rest. Let's avoid these unnecessary internal conflicts!"
Yuan Li said sternly, "Minister He, what is your intention in making such alarmist remarks? Does His Majesty need you to teach him?!"
"Hmph!" He Yin snorted coldly and said arrogantly, "I, He Yin, will speak my mind when I am right and vent my anger when I am angry. I only speak the truth and am not afraid of slander!"
"Hahahaha!!" Just as Yuan Li was about to argue, Yuan Xiu suddenly burst into laughter, pointing at He Yin and saying, "What I like most about He Yin is her temperament!"
As he spoke, Yuan Xiu put his feet on the table, looking languid, and said, "He Yin is right, Da Jing should also rest. Besides, the Crown Prince Zhengzong was only born a few days ago, so let's be on the safe side and not commit any unnecessary killings in Chang Sui. As long as those people associated with the Zhao and Xu families are honest and law-abiding, we don't need to pay them any attention. Although the business in Chang Sui City belonged to Zhao Cheng, now that Zhao Cheng is gone, doesn't it become my sister's business? And isn't my sister's business also mine? I can't let my brother-in-law's hard work go to waste, can I? Wei You."
“Your subject is here,” Wei You replied.
Yuan Xiu asked, "What was Park Gyeom's son's name again?"
“Park Invincible”.
"Go and make contact with him. I can let him continue his business in Changsui City. It all depends on his response."
"clear."
“And then there’s the Eastern Chamber of Commerce.” Yuan Xiu smiled smugly and said greedily, “You should send someone to talk to Xiao Luomu at the Xiao family in Jingdong. Their family produced Xiao Luofeng, a traitor, so in principle they should all be implicated. But the Eastern Chamber of Commerce has rendered meritorious service to Dajing. If he agrees to let the court take a stake, then everyone can live in peace. Let him figure it out himself.”
Wei You smiled and said, "Your Majesty is wise!"
"Go and arrange a banquet! There have been many joyous occasions lately, and I wish to drink with all my officials for three days!"
With that, Yuan Xiu stood up and, supported by Jin Hu, left the central platform.
night.
Letter to the palace.
Yuan Li was drinking in the lobby, while Gong Xue leaned against a doorpost, gazing at the night sky.
"Gong Xue, come and have a few drinks with me."
Although the plan to deal with the Zhao family father and son was successful, Yuan Li was not in a good mood. He felt very frustrated when he thought about what happened at the Central Secretariat today.
First, he felt that Yuan Xiu's attitude towards him had changed.
Secondly... he always felt that he was not the biggest beneficiary of this incident.
Of course, there were also happy things.
For example, He Wusheng.
He's become an uncle.
Gong Xue didn't even turn her head, still staring at the night sky, and said, "I won't drink."
Yuan Li said angrily, "Even you want to anger me?"
Gong Xue said, "The first cup of wine we drink together must be a nuptial cup."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Li's anger immediately subsided. He walked behind Gong Xue and said in a flattering tone, "Once I accomplish my great task, you will be the most powerful woman in the world."
Gong Xue shook her head and said, "I don't care. You know why I followed you. Even if we were just ordinary people, I would still be willing."
"No."
Yuan Li embraced Gong Xue and said, "I want both you and the country!"
Just then, a voice came from outside: "Your Highness, the Marquis of Sha County requests an audience."
Yuan Li's face immediately darkened. He released Gong Xue and walked towards the main seat, saying, "Greetings!"
A while later, Wen Hu came in alone; Gong Xue had already disappeared.
Seeing Yuan Li drinking alone in silence, Wen Hu walked over and said with a smile, "Your subject Wen Hu greets Your Highness."
Yuan Li, his face dark, sneered, "You still have the nerve to come see me, the King?"
Wen Hu asked in confusion, "Your Highness, I don't understand..."
Snap!
Yuan Li slammed his wine cup down, interrupting Wen Hu, and said, "Why did you contradict me when we were talking about the Princess today?!"
Upon hearing this, Wen Hu understood, but he calmly sat down in the chair below him and smiled, "Your Highness, I was just trying to help you out of a tight spot!"
Yuan Li shouted, "What are you trying to resolve? Even a fool knows that Heng Wenhao and A Tao would never betray the Princess!"
“That’s right.” Wen Hu continued, following Yuan Li’s words, “It’s precisely because I know that Heng Wenhao and A Tao wouldn’t betray the Eldest Princess that I deliberately said they were bribed by Zhao Cheng. Otherwise, would Your Highness want His Majesty to accept the fact that the Eldest Princess has betrayed him?”
Yuan Li's pupils contracted, and her hair stood on end!
He was a smart man, but he hadn't thought of this point for a moment. After Wen Hu reminded him, he immediately understood.
Wen Hu continued, "There were many people in the Central Secretariat at the time. If Your Highness had continued to argue with His Majesty, wouldn't you all have been embarrassed? The fact that His Majesty kicked you actually proves His Majesty's favor towards you!"
Yuan Li took a deep breath, quickly stood up, bowed to Wen Hu, and said, "Brother, I misunderstood you!"
As he spoke, Yuan Li called out to the outside, "Serve the Marquis of Sha County his dishes and wine!"
Wen Hu stood up to express his gratitude, his expression becoming more serious. He said, "Your Highness, I came to see you urgently because I have important matters to discuss!"
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