Chapter 132 Chapter 132 “Don’t worry, I’ve practiced on purpose,…
Chapter 132
Cheng Miao wasn't afraid of being charged with a crime by Ye Changning. He said calmly, "They're just two servants who signed a death contract. They failed to protect their master, so they deserve to die! Master Ye, please don't overreach!"
Ye Changning clenched his fists, said nothing in the end, and turned away.
Cheng Miao stared at his back with a fierce look in his eyes.
Sometimes it is difficult to confirm whether Ye Changning is a princeling.
He should obviously be the one, and it is very logical, but unfortunately, his way of doing things is hard to understand.
Even Lord Ye couldn't do anything to him, let alone the Queen.
Fortunately, he was not a supporter of any other prince.
Perhaps because he had stayed in the Dali Temple for too long, Ye Changning became a person who was known for being harsh and cold.
Jing Zhuorui is currently more worried about the people in the hunting ground.
After comforting Ji Wushuang, he went to find Yan Chongshan and asked about the possibility of breaking out.
The responsibility on Yan Chongshan's shoulders suddenly increased. He advised, "It is safer for us to hide in the dark. Your Highness, don't worry. Once I know their number, we will find a way to break out."
Jing Zhuorui: "Why are these northern barbarians targeting us?"
"They probably thought it was Your Majesty's carriage. Although they later discovered it wasn't, having already appeared, there was no reason for it to leave. That's why they pursued us so relentlessly. After all, if we spread the news of their presence, they would be in even greater trouble."
Jing Zhuorui: "I actually really want to cooperate with Lord Ye to kill that bearded man."
Yan Chongshan: "Your Highness, please do not put yourself in danger!"
Jing Zhuorui shrugged: "We are the best martial artists in our group, right? Lord Yan is worried about us cooperating with him, right?"
Yan Chongshan clasped his fists and smiled bitterly: "Then I'll take care of it."
Jing Zhuorui held him back: "Okay, I was just joking. The atmosphere today is really depressing."
In fact, it wasn't just today. Ever since the spring hunt began, the assassin appeared, and Li Yang was injured, he felt as if a dark cloud was pressing on his heart, and he felt extremely depressed.
Yan Chongshan breathed a sigh of relief: "Your Highness, it is more important for you to accompany the princess. I will go check the defenses again. It will soon be night, and it will be the most dangerous time."
"Okay, then I won't disturb Master Yan."
Jing Zhuorui saw Yan Chongshan off, then sat on the trunk of a crooked camphor tree in the mountains and looked up at the sky.
Fortunately, the weather is good today, with no wind or rain, otherwise they would all be soaked.
Fortunately, they all have rich experience in surviving in the wild and know what to do to be the safest.
Yan Chongshan and his men knew how to set up camp;
Ye Changning and his men knew to keep a close eye on important individuals, and they had meticulously arranged for surveillance and surveillance, even going without sleep or food if necessary.
Jing Zhuorui and his men knew where to find food, and they were careful to find a place sheltered from the wind so as not to reveal their whereabouts.
With such cooperation, we spent the night safely.
The next morning, Cheng Miaoxian came over anxiously and urged them to set off as soon as possible.
Although it is spring now and not as hot as summer, the temperature has risen after all - Lu Nian's body cannot be kept for too long.
He wanted to bring his son home as soon as possible.
Jing Zhuorui, Yan Chongshan and Ye Changning could all understand his anxiety, but they couldn't go down the mountain rashly.
Ye Changning saw Yan Chongshan's dilemma. After all, with the King of Chu around, Yan Chongshan's main responsibility was to protect him.
He said, "I'll order two of my subordinates to scout the way first, and then I'll escort Master Cheng and Master Cheng to set off. There's no need for a large group, and traveling light will actually attract less attention."
Cheng Miao objected: "No, there are too few people. If my son's body is damaged, can you afford it?"
Ye Changning said bluntly, "If His Highness the Prince of Chu were in danger, would Lord Cheng be able to bear the consequences?"
Cheng Miao: “…”
Jing Zhuorui may be gentle in front of others, but when it comes to his and Wushuang's safety, as well as Commander Yan's responsibility, he will not be so generous as to give up his guard team.
Seeing Cheng Miao's disagreement, Ye Changning offered another solution: "Master Cheng is simply worried about the damage to Mr. Cheng's body. That's easy to say. We at the Dali Temple often deal with corpses when handling cases. I can guarantee that Mr. Cheng's body will not be harmed during his stay here."
This statement is quite convincing.
Cheng Miao thought about it and agreed.
The main reason was that he was afraid that if they were ambushed on the way, he would not be able to protect his son in the bumpy and chaotic ride.
Since Ye Changning has a way to protect Lu Nian's body, let's wait for the right time to go down the mountain.
Before Ye Changning and his companions set out from the hunting ground, they placed medicine in Cheng Lunian's coffin to delay the decay of the body, which was enough time for them to reach the capital as planned.
Now they can use local materials. There are many medicinal herbs in the mountains and forests. He ordered his subordinates at the Dali Temple to pick them up if they see any suitable ones and keep them for future use.
They were stuck on the way and couldn't return to the capital, but the letter they had sent back by carrier pigeon had arrived.
As soon as the prince returned to the East Palace after court session that day, he heard Cheng Manyu crying.
Since his father left the capital for the spring hunt, the prince has had a few comfortable days.
Although he still had to submit memorials to his father for major events, he could handle some basic matters at his own discretion. This was also a privilege given to him by his father.
He loves it so much!
Logically speaking, everything is going well at the moment, Lang'er is growing up plump and healthy, and the Queen Mother takes time out every day to come and see her grandson. Manyu is in a good mood as she accompanies the Queen Mother and Lang'er.
Why are you suddenly crying so sadly today?
What happened?!
Could it be...Lang'er is sick?!
Jing Zhuowen quickened his pace and stepped into the inner hall in two steps at a time.
He first asked the maid, "Is Lang'er okay?"
The nanny hurriedly shook her head: "No, the little prince is fine. He has eaten his fill and gone to bed."
"What happened to the Crown Princess? Who made her unhappy?"
The nanny showed a sad expression on her face and whispered, "I heard that... Master Cheng is gone."
Jing Zhuowen didn't understand what it meant at first.
He was stunned for a moment, until Cheng Manyu saw him coming back and threw herself into his arms and burst into tears, then he realized the lethality of those five words just now.
Cheng Lunian? Dead?!
How is this possible? !
"Your Highness... You must make the decision for our Cheng family, Your Highness! Wuwuwu..."
Cheng Manyu once lived a carefree life, enjoying the comforts of life from a young age. As the eldest daughter of the Prime Minister's family, she married the Crown Prince, enjoying exclusive favor and even bearing the Emperor's grandson... She thought her life would be filled with even greater wealth and comfort. But she never imagined her younger brother would die in a hunting ground at such a young age! Her parents, both in their old age, had lost their son! The future of their Cheng family was shattered, and her support in her mother's family was gone!
Jing Zhuowen first hugged her and let her cry for a long time before trying to ask about the situation.
Cheng Manyu: "Father said that it was the youngest of the Zhou family who shot three arrows at Lu Nian! That's why..."
"Was it an accident? Or intentional?"
"It must be intentional! Both the Lin and Zhou families are so arrogant because they rely on their military achievements!" Cheng Manyu hated the Zhou family at this moment, and also hated the Lin family.
Jing Zhuowen: "With such a big thing happening, is Father going back to the capital?"
"No, the Emperor is not coming back. He only ordered people to send Dad and Lu Nian back..."
Everything Cheng Manyu said was beneficial to the Cheng family.
Although Jing Zhuowen felt distressed and shocked, he did not easily believe this side of the story.
After comforting Cheng Manyu, he got up and went to the study, summoning his advisers to inquire about the news.
By chance, the counselor handed him a letter that he had just received.
This is from Emperor Longshun.
Of course, it was not Emperor Longshun who wrote the letter himself, but Xie Junnuo who wrote down the course of events and conveyed the emperor's will - Emperor Longshun ordered him to cooperate with Ye Changning in investigating the affairs of the Wei and Qin families, and not to bend the law and shield the Cheng family just because they were the Crown Princess's maternal family.
Only then did Jing Zhuowen know everything.
Liyang's spine was injured, affecting both legs. She's likely going to be in a wheelchair for the rest of her life...
There are also assassins from the northern barbarians...
Zhou Mingyan attacked Cheng Lunian to protect Liyang and Lin Xiuyuan...
Out of the blue, something like this happened!
Jing Zhuowen pounded the table with his fist in anger.
He had just enjoyed a few days of peace and comfort, and in an instant, everything would vanish into thin air!
What do you mean by investigating the Wei and Qin families?!
If Wei Ying and Qin Xiao were really killed by Cheng Lunian, and he also injured Li Yang this time, his crime would be too great!
Even though Cheng Lunian is dead, there is no guarantee that his father will not vent his anger on the Cheng family and on him, the crown prince!
Why was Cheng Lunian so audacious as to murder his future prince consort? And even accidentally injure the princess? Others wouldn't think he was paranoid, or that he was trapped in love. They would simply place the blame on himself, the crown prince!
Especially those younger brothers who are eyeing the position of crown prince!
What's more, those people are still by my father's side! Blowing a few words in his ear every day is not as good as being close to him!
"Your Highness...what happened?"
Jing Zhuowen was called back to his senses by his advisor. He took a deep breath and said nothing for the time being, "Mr. Liao, please go back first. I will think about it and then discuss it with you again."
"Yes, Your Highness."
The first person he thought of was his mother.
The Queen Mother is the one who can protect him the best.
From childhood to adulthood, his mother has always stood by his side, protecting him and ensuring his position as crown prince.
If he wanted to discuss something with someone, the first person would definitely be his mother.
Jing Zhuowen gave a few instructions, asking those who knew the truth not to gossip about it, and then ordered people to take good care of Cheng Manyu before going to the Queen.
The Queen was still unaware of this major event, and she was in high spirits for several days. When she heard the Crown Prince arrive, she smiled and waved, "Prince, come and see the beautiful crabapple blossoms the Imperial Household Department sent you. Aren't they a very rare color?"
Jing Zhuowen greeted her and ordered all the palace servants to leave.
The queen noticed that his expression was not right, so she didn't say anything. She just nodded and asked the personal maid who looked up to ask her opinion to leave.
"What happened?"
The Crown Prince: "Mother... Cheng Lunian is dead..."
…
In the hunting ground, Lin Zhiyi picked up Jingyue and carried her to the bed.
A few days ago, Jing Yue was worried about her lack of arm strength, but Lin Zhiyi said confidently, "Don't worry, I've practiced it, so I can hold you!"
After the first try, there was indeed no problem.
Jing Yue admired her immensely.
Now she has gotten used to it and even reaches out to hook Lin Zhiyi's neck to make it easier for her to exert force.
"There will be more days like this in the future." Jing Yue smiled in her ear.
Lin Zhiyi: "No problem, I'm happy to serve you, Princess."
The two hadn't joked like this for a long time.
After Lin Zhiyi finished speaking, she felt fresh after a long time. She lowered her eyes and smiled at Jingyue.
After a moment, Lin Zhiyi looked around and lowered his voice, "Have you also been feeling very uncomfortable these past few days?"
Jing Yue: "Yeah, so I specifically pointed out the acupuncture points on my legs to help me get used to it."
Lin Zhiyi: "...You are amazing!"
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