In Xie Yuan's imagination, whether it was a struggle for the throne or a rebellion, it should be a scene of swords flashing and bloodshed.
However, Helian Jue seemed to ascend the throne very smoothly.
Meanwhile, the "schemes" of the powerful clans in Yuezhou also seem so low-class.
This is similar to how business battles in novels in later generations are often described as mind-bending and sophisticated.
In reality, however, they're swinging hammers and stealing seals!
"Maybe I'm overthinking it!"
Xie Yuan could only console himself with this thought.
However, Xie Yuan should not underestimate his opponents just because these powerful clans made such foolish mistakes.
Xie Yuan overlooked the fact that there were so many vicious criminals in the Yuezhou government office, while the major clans had thought of it!
What do you want?
Xie Yuan composed himself and continued talking to Zhou Jiao'e.
Xie Yuan never beats around the bush when it comes to a smart person like Zhou Jiao'e.
Although Zhou Jiao'e was somewhat surprised by Princess Xie's directness, she was not too astonished.
"Your Highness, my grandmother is getting old and misses her homeland. My two younger brothers are also of school age."
Zhou Jiao'e raised her head and said slowly, "Our family wants to go back to the capital."
"..."
Xie Yuan thought about it and concluded that the Zhou family's request wasn't too unreasonable.
However, although Zhou Wencheng was pedantic and indecisive, he was still a fairly upright person.
They are also willing to do practical things for the people.
They would not easily back down when facing powerful clans.
After several months of efforts, the situation in Yuezhou has indeed improved.
Yuezhou needs such a benevolent official.
Especially after Helian Jue became emperor, the Yue Prince's Mansion would be "empty and deserted." Without Helian Jue in charge, a reliable person would be needed to govern it.
Zhou Wencheng is a good candidate.
"His Highness holds Governor Zhou in very high regard!"
Xie Yuan carefully considered his words, speaking while observing Zhou Jiao'e's reaction.
Upon hearing this almost dismissive answer, a hint of sadness flashed in Zhou Jiao'e's eyes.
However, she quickly added, "Serving as an official and bringing benefits to the people is my father's wish."
"He said he wanted to govern Yuezhou well and live up to his position as the local official."
"His only worries were his grandmother's health and his younger siblings' future."
"Actually, Father has long wanted to send us back to the capital—"
This is Zhou Jiao'e's bottom line: Zhou Wencheng can continue to stay in Lingnan, but the Zhou family members must return to Beijing!
Xie Yuan smiled, "Prefect Zhou is indeed devoted to the people. However, it is only natural to send his family back to the capital."
Upon hearing this, Zhou Jiao'e smiled.
She knew that Princess Xie had agreed!
She straightened up and respectfully said to Xie Yuan, "Thank you, Your Highness!"
The cooperation between the Prefectural Governor's Office and the Prince of Yue's Office was thus established!
Zhou Jiao'e began a spy-within-a-spy operation, while on the other side was the Fourth Prince. All the plans of the major clans were exposed to Xie Yuan.
A few days later, the prisoners in the government office were indeed released.
Two or three hundred vicious thugs ran like madmen to the Yue King's mansion.
They climbed over walls and pried open doors, using every possible method to break through the gate.
The spies planted by several powerful clans promptly relayed the news.
Then, the several groups of retainers and assassins who had already gathered together came out in full force.
"The prisoners have escaped!"
"Catch the fugitive!"
"The fugitive has fled to the Prince of Yue's residence!"
"Quick! Seize them! Don't let these villains disturb the distinguished guest!"
While they were shouting "Arrest people!", they were actually helping the prisoners break down doors and kill people.
The guards of the Yue King's Palace were forced to retreat in disarray, from the main gate to the front hall, and then from the front hall to the central courtyard.
Several hundred people all entered the courtyard in the central courtyard.
"Kill! Charge!"
"There's a mountain of gold and silver inside. After we pull off this heist, we'll escape to the mountains or go out to sea!"
"Yes! With gold and silver treasures, we brothers can go anywhere!"
The thugs, their eyes bloodshot, resembled ferocious beasts descending from the mountain, having long since lost their reason.
However, the noble retainers and assassins mixed among them did not run around recklessly.
They were deliberately searching for Xie Yuan and the children.
Xie Yuan, sitting in the main hall of the rear palace, heard the commotion outside and asked, "Have they all been brought in?"
"Are you sure there are private soldiers from the Chen, Huang, and other families involved?"
Zheng Yurong, dressed in soft armor, stood gracefully to Xie Yuan's left.
Upon hearing the question, he quickly clasped his hands in a fist and replied, "Your Highness, they've all been let in!"
"The guards have also been identified. In addition to exiles and prisoners with tattoos on their foreheads, there are also retainers from several major families."
Xie Yuan curled his lips into a smile. "Alright! Let's get started!"
Once again, the guards of the Yue Prince's Mansion found it all too easy to trap and beat the dog.
"kill!"
Just as the group of people were rummaging around in the courtyard, rows of guards suddenly appeared on the walls and rooftops.
They held bows and arrows in their hands, their expressions grim.
At the command of the leading captain, everyone drew their bows and nocked their arrows.
Whoosh! Whoosh!
Sharp arrows, like raindrops, flew swiftly and densely towards the villains.
"Oh no! An ambush!"
Seeing their fallen comrade, the thugs, stimulated by the blood, somewhat shed their madness and began to panic.
The leader of the retainers from several powerful clans was Chen Guang's most trusted confidant, and his expression immediately changed:
No! These are soldiers from the Yuezhou camp.
Wasn't it said that the Prince of Yong's personal guards would be sent to restrain the Yuezhou camp?
As the young master also said, Yuezhou didn't have many soldiers to begin with.
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