Chapter 393 Punishing the Second Son

"Your Majesty, I heard that the Second Young Master Qin not only visited the palace at night, but also brought military personnel with him. This is simply disrespectful to the royal family! I am worried that if this continues, the Qin family will become more and more lawless, and by then I am afraid that they will not even take the emperor's will seriously." Concubine An said with a worried look on her face, and her words were full of the intention to sow discord. Concubine

An's words were like pouring oil on the fire, making the emperor's anger even stronger.

After hearing this, the emperor frowned, and his eyes revealed extreme dissatisfaction and anger towards the Qin family. He clenched his fists tightly, and his eyes flashed with anger.

He thought about how the Qin family had been gaining power in the court over the years and had begun to threaten the status of the royal family, and he couldn't help but feel a strong sense of crisis.

The second son of the Qin family was now quite powerful in the army, and he could even bring people from the army to the homes of important officials in the court to cause trouble!

The emperor had been in this position for a long time, and he couldn't help but have more suspicions in his heart.

He was now mobilizing a small team to go to the Jinnan Palace. In the future, would he mobilize an entire army to seize his position?

Although the emperor was a little worried, he couldn't tolerate this possible outcome.

The emperor had an angry look on his face and gave orders without hesitation.

"My beloved concubine is right. I will never tolerate the Qin family being so arrogant and domineering."

"Come here, pass on my order. The second son of the Qin family should not go to the army before going to the border. As for the rest of the Qin family, I will also send people to investigate their actions. If there is anything illegal, they will be severely punished!"

The emperor said angrily, his voice full of majesty and unquestionable determination.

Hearing this, Concubine An was overjoyed and knelt down to thank him.

"I am fortunate to share His Majesty's worries. His Majesty is wise and will surely make the Qin family submit to him and never dare to commit crimes again."

Concubine An understood that the most worrying person in the Qin family now was Qin Qixuan. Although he was young, he had made great achievements in the court. If they wanted to overthrow the Qin family, they would have to drag him down with them. Why not take this opportunity...

"Your Majesty, Qin Qixuan also went there that day. It seems that other people also went there, but they should be accomplices."

Concubine An originally thought that the emperor would definitely order Qin Qixuan to be demoted, or at least confined to the Qin Mansion, but the emperor's angry expression became a little hesitant.

The emperor frowned. A major case had recently occurred in the capital, involving many important officials and wealthy businessmen. The case was complicated and required a joint investigation by the Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple.

If this case was not handled properly, it would likely cause unrest in the court and dissatisfaction among the people. He knew Qin Qixuan's ability in the Ministry of Justice very well. If he was removed from his position at this time, I'm afraid no one would be able to take on this job.

Although the Qin family was a little unruly, Qin Qixuan's ability was there.

The emperor pondered for a moment and spoke slowly.

"Although Qin Qixuan has made mistakes, his ability to investigate cases in the Dali Temple is indeed unmatched. I will not remove his position for the time being, and let him make up for his crime and devote himself to investigating cases in the capital."

When Concubine An heard the emperor's words, she suddenly felt unwilling and angry. She wanted to take the opportunity to get rid of the Qin family, the thorn in her side, but she didn't expect the emperor to think so highly of Qin Qixuan.

However, she was a smart woman after all, and knew that it was not appropriate to say more at this time. She suppressed her dissatisfaction in her heart and respectfully echoed a few words.

The emperor had a headache, so he stood up and prepared to leave. Seeing this, Concubine An hurried forward to support him.

"Your Majesty, let me accompany you to the Yu Garden to relax."

The emperor nodded and let Concubine An support him out of the hall. Although Concubine An was dissatisfied in her heart, she did not dare to say much. If she continued to talk about the Qin family, it would be too much.

The two of them strolled in the Yu Garden, with the fragrance of flowers and the dancing butterflies. But the emperor had no intention of appreciating it. Those things about the Qin family were like thorns piercing his heart.

He turned his head to look at Concubine An. Over the years, Concubine An had suffered a lot of grievances, but she had always been by his side.

When there was turmoil in the palace, he also saw who really cared about him.

He had wanted to promote Concubine An before, although it was not the queen.

The position of queen is not so easy to get, not to mention that the situation in the court is complicated now, and he cannot make a decision easily.

"My beloved, I am going to give you a higher rank."

When Concubine An heard the emperor say this, her heart moved, and her face showed an excited and surprised look.

"Your Majesty..."

The emperor saw Concubine An's joy, he smiled slightly, and began to discuss with Concubine An what kind of title she wanted.

At this time, a eunuch ran over in a hurry, panting and kneeling in front of the emperor.

"Your Majesty, it's not good! Outside the palace... outside the palace..."

"What happened outside the palace?" The emperor's voice revealed impatience.

"There are some rumors about the eldest son of the Qin family and Princess Zhao spreading outside the palace..." The eunuch hesitated for a moment before daring to continue.

"What rumors?" The emperor's face suddenly sank.

"People outside say that Young Master Qin and Princess Zhao are having an affair..." The eunuch didn't dare to look up at the emperor's face, so he could only lower his head and finish his words.

Everyone knows that Zhao Shuo'er is as important to the emperor as his own princess?

The emperor was shocked when he heard this. He didn't expect it to be something related to the Qin family again.

The emperor frowned, and there was silence all around. Concubine An didn't dare to speak.

"Has Zhao Shuo'er entered the palace?" the emperor suddenly asked.

"Your Majesty, Princess Zhao has not entered the palace yet." The eunuch replied.

"Stop Zhao Shuo'er and let her come to me before going to the palace banquet."

There was no emotion in the emperor's voice, he just said it lightly.

The eunuch hurriedly took the order and left, while the emperor sat on a stone bench, lost in thought.

After the eunuch left, the emperor's face remained solemn, as if covered by a layer of dark clouds.

Seeing

this, Concubine An couldn't help but feel nervous. "Your Majesty, could the rumors about the eldest son of the Qin family and Princess Zhao be spread intentionally?" Concubine An cautiously probed.

The emperor did not answer immediately, but pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.

"This matter is of great importance, and Zhao Shuo'er's reputation cannot be tarnished. As for the Qin family, if they are really related to this matter, I will never tolerate it."

Concubine An's heart sank. She immediately understood the emperor's emphasis on Zhao Shuo'er and his attitude towards the Qin family.

"Your Majesty, I have a favor to ask you." Concubine An took a deep breath and said with courage.

"What is it?" The emperor looked up at Concubine An, with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"My younger brother, An Yuesheng, has reached the age of marriage. I would like to ask Your Majesty to find a good marriage for him." Concubine An said with an expectant expression on her face.