In Nanxia Ridge, there is a mountain called Feihong Mountain, which is surrounded by water on three sides and can only be accessed from one side. Moreover, there is only one road on this side. The other side roads are dangerous and slippery, and it is easy to fall into the river.
The leader of Flying Red Mountain is a woman, and I've heard she never kills or robs. It seems she was framed and her identity was stolen.
Qiao Qiu was lost in her own thoughts, completely unaware that the emperor had glanced at her several times, waiting for her to speak, but she ignored him completely.
Just as the emperor was about to explode in anger, the general quickly stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I request permission to lead an expedition to quell the bandits in the Nanxia area and restore peace to our land."
"Minister Ji, you've even learned to use literary cues now, not bad, not bad. Your Highness, what do you think?" The Emperor didn't give a direct answer, but praised General Ji before singled out Dongfang Wuche.
"Your subject thinks, let them be granted amnesty." In the end, Qiao Qiu couldn't bring herself to do it. Why should women make things difficult for each other? Even if the general went, he might not necessarily gain anything.
"Recruit amnesty? That's a novel idea of yours. Tell me more." The emperor became interested.
"The leader of Feihong Mountain is a woman. A woman is still a woman, even a ruthless killer, she still needs someone to rely on in the end," Qiao Qiu explained. "If we are willing to offer her amnesty, she might agree. Putting aside everything else, it would clear her name considerably. In addition, I have heard that this leader does not usually enjoy burning, killing, and looting, so there may be other reasons behind it. If Father Emperor wrongs an innocent person, it would damage Father Emperor's imperial prestige. It would be better to send someone to investigate the truth before making a decision."
Ring: Talking about women all the time, as if you, master, aren't a woman.
Qiao Qiu: Ring, are you looking for death?
The ring exclaimed in surprise: "Master, how did you know what I was thinking?"
Qiao Qiu: ...You said it out loud.
Qiao Qiu lowered her head and tapped the ring on her finger. Why is this child getting sillier and sillier?
“Your Highness, is what you’re saying wrong?” The Prime Minister stepped forward, bowed to the Emperor, and said respectfully, “Your Majesty, bandits are bandits. How could they not burn, kill, and plunder? Your Highness is too soft-hearted. Your Majesty, you must investigate thoroughly and absolutely cannot let these bandits go unpunished.”
"How can the Prime Minister be so certain that things are as they are? Could there really be some hidden story behind this?" Qiao Qiu's lips curled up, and a cold smile appeared in his piercing eyes.
The Crown Prince merely gave him a glance, and the Prime Minister immediately sensed a hint of fear. However, he concealed it well, showing no fear on his face. "Your Highness speaks up for the bandits. Is there some hidden reason behind this? Perhaps it is more worthy of your consideration than this humble subject's."
“Your Majesty, I think the Crown Prince is right. It would be unfair to the people if we launched an attack without prior investigation. Your Majesty’s imperial power is immense, and you certainly don’t want to see any accidental killings, do you?” General Ji, who had always disliked the arrogant Prime Minister, spoke up in support of the Crown Prince.
“Yes, and once the army sets out, the expenses will be considerable. Your Majesty should think twice before acting,” the Minister of Revenue also chimed in, speaking on behalf of the Crown Prince.
In just a few words, the winds of change in the court were already clear. Qiao Qiu lowered her eyes, unwilling to speak further. Given the current situation, Qiao Qiu felt that overthrowing the prime minister would be a piece of cake for her. As long as she didn't court disaster, the throne would ultimately be hers.
The emperor on the high throne was silent for a moment (actually observing Dongfang Wuche, but what he saw most was the top of his own crown prince's head), before saying, "As the crown prince says, but who would be the most suitable to send to investigate?"
“Father, I am willing to go and investigate,” the Second Prince stepped forward and said.
Qiao Qiu gave the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review a look, and the Minister immediately understood. He stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, it is not appropriate for the Second Prince to go to this matter, lest it give others something to say."
"Then who do you think is most suitable to go, my dear minister?" the emperor asked.
"Your Majesty, I recommend Lord Liu of Shuntian Prefecture," the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review said respectfully.
Lord Liu of Shuntian Prefecture is a confidant of the Emperor. He is usually fair and impartial, quick-witted, and deeply trusted by the Emperor. This recommendation is without question. Qiao Qiu mentally gave the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review a thumbs up.
"Hmm, that makes sense. Then approve Liu Aiqing's request to go."
Lord Liu stepped forward and respectfully said, "Your humble servant obeys the decree."
"However, it's time for my sons to go out and gain experience." The Emperor looked at Dongfang Wuche and the others and said, "You will all go together, but you must not interfere with Minister Liu. If you discover anything later, write a report for me."
"Yes, Your Majesty, we obey." Qiao Qiu and the others replied.
After the morning court session, Qiao Qiu took her folding fan and left directly.
Dongfang Wuye looked at Dongfang Wuche's back, hesitated for a moment, and finally gritted his teeth and followed.
Qiao Qiu hadn't gone far when she noticed someone following her. She knew who it was, and with a smirk, she said, "You all step back, I want to walk around by myself."
"yes."
Qiao Qiu walked alone toward the Peach Blossom Garden. Her purple and gold four-clawed python robe made her figure elegant and eye-catching. As she walked, many palace maids couldn't help but swoon over her back.
If you want to flirt with someone, the best place is, of course, a place with a romantic ambiance.
As Dongfang Wuye watched her walk towards the place full of peach blossoms, his heart pounded even harder, not only because of nervousness, but also for some other unknown reason.
Seeing that the person was about to disappear, Dongfang Wuye quickly followed.
The peach trees in the Peach Blossom Garden weren't very tall, and once he got there, he couldn't see Dongfang Wuche anywhere anymore.
Dongfang Wuye became anxious. This was a rare opportunity to get close to Dongfang Wuche. If he missed it, it would be difficult to find another chance.
Qiao Qiu looked at Dongfang Wuye and sighed softly. If he hadn't schemed against Dongfang Wuche later, she would have thought he was a very cute little brother.
With a swift movement of her feet, she used her lightness skill to instantly appear behind Dongfang Wuye.
Dongfang Wuye was in a hurry when he unexpectedly bumped into a wall of flesh as he turned around. He rubbed his sore nose, looked up with teary eyes, and froze.
Before him appeared Dongfang Wuche's handsome face. Though expressionless, his eyes seemed to draw his soul in when they looked at him. Dongfang Wuye's heart pounded in his chest; his mouth opened, but he couldn't utter a word.
It must be said that Dongfang Wuche has very high standards. Dongfang Wuye is indeed a rare beauty, and even just one expression of hers can captivate people's hearts.
If Qiao Qiu hadn't already had someone in her heart, she reckoned she wouldn't have been able to resist either.
"Third brother, is there something you need from me?"
"I, I, I..." Dongfang Wuye was very nervous, and after stammering for a long time, he couldn't come up with anything coherent.
"It's still chilly in early spring, why is Third Brother only wearing so little clothing?" Qiao Qiu was warm because of her internal energy, but when Dongfang Wuye bumped into her, she felt a slight chill coming from the tip of his nose.
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