Chapter 181 Farewell
Xuanyuan Su felt relieved when he heard this. It was good that the Queen was so understanding. The Chen family was willing to support him, and he also needed the Chen family's support. Letting all those involved in the salt tax resign would be an explanation to the court and the people.
"Mother, there's no need to be so polite between us mother and son."
"There are still some follow-up matters regarding the Yao family that need to be dealt with. I will take my leave now. I will trouble you, Mother, with the Chen family."
The Queen spoke upon hearing this.
"Don't worry, the Queen Mother will definitely handle the Chen family's affairs and will definitely not cause you any trouble."
Yao family.
The imperial edict of confiscating property and exiling was issued.
Driven by officers and soldiers, the Yao family members were driven out of the Yao family with only the clothes on their bodies.
As all the gold, silver and treasures of the Yao family were moved away, the door of the Yao family was also sealed.
Old Madam Yao looked much older. She was being supported by someone as she walked out of the city. Her trembling body was heartbreaking to see.
Because the notice of house confiscation had been posted, the people of the Yao family were escorted along the way with rotten vegetable leaves.
"Corrupt officials..."
"That's right, you exploit the people, you deserve it."
"Fortunately, the Fifth Prince is wise, otherwise who knows how much of the people's hard-earned money the Yao family would have squeezed out."
"Exactly. They actually dared to buy and sell official positions. No wonder Xuanyuan has so many corrupt officials. It turns out that official positions were obtained through corruption."
Two miles outside the city gate.
This is a place for exiled families to say goodbye to their loved ones.
Prince Rong and Su Yan are already waiting here.
When the team escorting the Yao family appeared, Prince Rong felt complicated.
The Yao family has been supporting him over the years, and most of the money he collected went into his pocket. But now that the Yao family has been exiled, he can do nothing.
Old Lady Yao also saw Prince Rong and couldn't help crying.
Prince Rong dismounted and handed a bundle to Old Lady Yao.
"Grandma, I'm sorry. It's my fault that I'm useless and failed to save the Yao family."
"I've prepared some things for you, Grandmother. I've already taken care of the soldiers along the way. The Yao family will definitely reach the border safely. Please promise me that you must take care of yourself and wait for the day when I can bring you back."
Madam Yao handed the heavy package in her hand to Madam Yao, and held Prince Rong's hand tightly with both hands, tears in her eyes.
"Your Highness, please promise your grandmother that you will send your grandfather off for us."
Old Madam Yao's hot tears dripped onto the back of Prince Rong's hand. A trace of guilt flashed in Prince Rong's eyes. Thinking of Duke Yao who was about to be the director, he couldn't help but redden his eyes.
"Don't worry, grandma. I will go and see grandpa off, and I will also take care of his funeral arrangements."
His gaze turned to Madam Yao, and then fell on the eldest son of the Yao family.
"Aunt, cousin, and grandmother, please take care of me."
"Trust me, I will bring you back as soon as possible."
Madam Yao and Young Master Yao nodded.
"Your Highness, please rest assured. We will take good care of your grandmother. We also trust Your Highness."
"It's just exile. The Yao family will definitely be able to handle it."
Prince Rong nodded.
The time for farewell was limited, and the Yao family was soon escorted away by officers and soldiers.
Prince Rong looked at their backs and clenched his fists.
Xuanyuan Su, I really underestimated you.
Su Yan followed him, watching Prince Rong's reaction, then looked at the backs of the Yao family, a calculating glint in his eyes.
A lake on the outskirts of the imperial city.
The lotus flowers are in full bloom.
On a pleasure boat, Xuanyuan Jing and Xiao Fuguang stood side by side. Xiao Fuguang was wearing the lotus skirt given by Xuanyuan Jing and was looking at the lotus with a smile on her face.
Xuanyuan Jing put his arm around her shoulders.
"Once the Yao family falls, Prince Rong will lose a powerful figure. With the support of the Queen and the Chen family, the Fifth Prince will surely be able to share the court power with him. All we need to do is watch them fight and go with the flow."
It is naturally a happy thing that Prince Rong is in trouble. Xiao Fuguang raised a smile.
"In one year, I've cut off one of his arms. My mother's road to revenge is halfway complete."
Then the smile on his face faded.
"It's a pity that Su Yan still has no way to deal with him now."
Xuanyuan Jing looked at her face and spoke after hearing this.
"Su Yan is indeed very cautious. My people have been watching him for a long time, but they couldn't find any flaws."
He reached out and scratched the tip of Xiao Fuguang's nose.
"Okay, today I brought you out to relax and celebrate the downfall of the Yao family. Don't think about these unhappy things."
"Everyone makes mistakes, and the fox will always show its tail. Give yourself more time, and I will accompany you to get rid of them."
Obviously, everything had been explained clearly, but she had been acting unreasonably these past two days. He had been coaxing her patiently. Xiao Fuguang looked at Xuanyuan Jing, put his arm around her waist, and leaned into his arms.
"Xuanyuan Jing, thank you."
Xuanyuan Jing put his arm around her.
"Why are you saying thank you to me? As your husband, it's my duty to protect you."
At this time, Jiang Yuan brought people to the table.
The table was covered with freshly picked lotus leaves and lotus flowers were placed on it.
A beggar's chicken was quickly opened, and the fragrance filled the air.
Then he took out a box of lotus cakes and served a large bowl of lotus seed porridge.
"Your Majesty, Princess, it's time to eat."
Xuanyuan Jing pulled Xiao Fuguang to sit down.
"Come, look at these, they're all prepared for you. This beggar's chicken roasted in lotus leaves is delicious and smooth. Try it."
As he said this, he tore off a chicken leg and handed it to her.
Xiao Fuguang took a bite and his eyes immediately lit up.
"It's delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Thank you, Your Majesty."
The two ate and talked, enjoying this rare quiet moment. Occasionally, a few water birds flew over the lake, adding a bit of vitality.
After dinner, Xuanyuan Jing suggested: .
"Fuguang, let's go boating. It must be a unique experience to sail through these lotus flowers."
Xiao Fuguang readily agreed, and the two of them got on the small boat next to the pleasure boat. Xuanyuan Jing gently rowed the boat, and the boat slowly moved forward.
The lotus flowers swayed gently on both sides, and the boat had already reached the center of the water.
Xuanyuan Jing stopped rowing, pulled Xiao Fuguang to lie down, looked up at the blue sky, reached out and held her in his arms, and the fragrance of lotus flowers came to his nose.
The atmosphere feels a bit ambiguous. Xiao Fuguang looked at the lotus flowers beside him.
Xuanyuan Jing looked at her sideways, his eyes burning.
Xiao Fuguang looked at him and spoke.
"Why are you looking at me, my Lord?"
Xuanyuan Jing reached out and lifted a strand of her hair.
"Look at people who are more beautiful than flowers!"
The cold-faced killer can even say sweet words. Xiao Fuguang couldn't help but turn his head.
"Smooth talk."
Xuanyuan Jing looked at her red ears, leaned forward and kissed her, a smirk flashing in his eyes.
Gently curled her earlobe.
Xiao Fuguang only felt a tingling sensation that seemed to reach the tip of his heart, and his whole face suddenly turned red.
"you…………"
Xuanyuan Jing whispered in her ear.
"You said it, smooth talker."
"Shouldn't my wife be allowed to experience this?"
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