Chapter 266 Usable People
Dawn was just around the corner.
Yu Zaiting withdrew first, leaving only Xiao Qing and Fu Mingyi in the hall.
Xiao Qing sat silently in the head seat, not saying a word for a moment.
Although compared to the war at Yongxiao Palace three years ago, this night's so-called "purging the court of corrupt officials and inviting the true emperor" coup drama seemed like a clumsy farce, it was still the first time she had experienced such a farce since she had secured her position in Nanding.
Xiao Qing had only heard about how aristocratic families operated during the Grand Tutor's lessons.
After she was allowed to leave the palace, she saw some people in Nanhua City.
Then came my recent trip to Feng County.
This is the calamity of Mengshan today.
The powerful families had become so arrogant that they had even implicated important officials of the court. Even if Prime Minister Wang Xiang was as timid and cautious as Yu Zaiting had said, he was still implicated in the matter.
Moreover, there is no such thing as an innocent person without a cause.
Wang Xiang received enough from the aristocratic families.
Xiao Qing truly hadn't expected that Yu Zaiting's request after cooperating with the Grand Tutor was to let Wang Xiang go.
She didn't quite understand.
If you don't understand something, you should naturally ask your teacher.
Fu Mingyi simply smiled faintly and offered a comment.
"Yu Zaiting is a smart man."
"What makes you say that?" Xiao Qing tilted his head slightly.
Fu Mingyi refused to say more, only saying, "Your Majesty might as well think about it some more, and ask for an answer even if it's not right now."
Xiao Qing then realized that the Grand Tutor was testing her studies.
Okay then.
She pouted, clearly not expecting to get anything out of her.
Before leaving, Fu Mingyi said, "Your Majesty, although this jade belongs to my student, it may attract evil spirits tonight. If Your Majesty is worried, it would be better if I kept it for you."
Xiao Qing raised an eyebrow, reflecting on the events of tonight, as if she had gained some insight.
She thought for a moment, then shook her head and said, "Grand Tutor, there's no need to worry. I can handle it."
Fu Mingyi didn't try to persuade him any further and left quickly.
After a long night of exhaustion, as dawn approaches and darkness is just beginning to fall, people who have relaxed may feel a little sleepy.
Fu Mingyi sat in a chair by the window in the room, closing his eyes to rest, his posture still as straight as a pine tree.
Because the doors and windows were closed, not a single ray of sunlight could get in.
The room was eerily quiet.
A deep, ethereal voice sounded in his ear.
"The Grand Tutor's heart is as deep as the sea; he is truly unfathomable."
Fu Mingyi's face remained expressionless, but unlike his relaxed demeanor, his mind was clear and alert.
He didn't open his eyes, but slowly said, "I can't compare to your figure, which seems to be in the abyss."
The other party chuckled softly.
"It can't compare to the Grand Tutor, the raccoon prince, or the fake phoenix and real dragon. In any case, the Grand Tutor is still above all others... the Grand Tutor."
When Fu Mingyi opened his eyes, a figure in black was standing against the wall in the shadows of the corner of the room. Although the figure was completely covered from head to toe and its appearance was not visible, Fu Mingyi squinted and felt that it was vaguely familiar.
"Now that the affairs of the Wang, Sun, and Li families have been exposed, and the Prime Minister has disappeared without a trace, even if he is found, he will no longer be able to sit in the position of Prime Minister. The Grand Tutor's scheme has now come to fruition. Next, I'm afraid he will have to change positions again, won't he?"
The man boldly probed, and Fu Mingyi discerned a deeper meaning in his words.
He smiled slightly, "In your opinion, what position would be suitable for me?"
The man chuckled, "The Prime Minister's chair is probably a bit too small."
Fu Mingyi's expression was calm and composed. "Your words of speculation are truly effortless."
"What if I were willing to lend the Grand Tutor a hand?"
He smiled and said, "A fake is still a fake. When it is exposed to the world, the Grand Tutor will not only have to worry about what happens after his death, but he will also have to worry about his reputation in life."
Seeing that Fu Mingyi remained unmoved, he continued, "Besides, that position is not very cold at such a high place. With the Grand Tutor's magnanimity, sitting in it would be a constraint. It would be much more comfortable to be rightfully above everyone else. Why doesn't the Grand Tutor consider it?"
Fu Mingyi said calmly, "You have quite the nerve to say that, but I wonder what gives you the right to speak on this matter."
The man smiled and said, "The Jade of High Mountains and Flowing Water is already in the Grand Tutor's hands. The Grand Tutor knows this perfectly well, so why ask again?"
Fu Mingyi looked at him and said, "Words are no proof."
The man shook his head and took a step back. “Surrounded by wolves, a servant must naturally prepare the scene before welcoming his master. Grand Tutor, you should think carefully about what to do.”
He retreated from the shadows and vanished in the blink of an eye.
Fu Mingyi waited for a long time before his expression turned somber.
Meanwhile, Xiao Qing remained peaceful until dawn without making a sound.
Zhao Youchen and Zhao Ziyuan searched the entire night, leaving no stone unturned, even the courtyards where the women lived. They worked tirelessly all night and managed to capture the Wang, Sun, and Li families and their entire clan.
Only Prime Minister Wang is left, and I can't find him anywhere.
The two reported back to the emperor. Zhao Ziyuan gritted his teeth, thinking to himself that this bastard was really good at hiding.
Fu Mingyi had returned to Xiao Qing's side and was now pondering, "I'm afraid the oriole has already succeeded."
Zhao Youchen frowned. "I've even searched the secret passages. As long as it's within the villa, there's no way I won't find it."
Fu Mingyi glanced at Xiao Qing.
Xiao Qing seemed to be thinking, "Have you checked those people of similar build? Followers are included."
Wang Xiangzhong was of average build and had become overweight, but he had been immersed in power for many years and was usually proud of himself. In addition, he had been highly regarded among the literati in the south for many years because of his outstanding literary talent since his youth. Therefore, he had a refined and cultured demeanor and an imposing presence.
"Is there anything unusual about Wang Yu?" Xiao Qing slowly laid out her thoughts.
To produce something as exquisite as jade from a high mountain and flowing water is something that people like Wang, Sun, and Li cannot accomplish.
There must be someone from the north, and they must be quite capable.
These are probably just ordinary concealment methods, which would be considered naive by everyone.
Xiao Qing suddenly thought of Mr. Wu.
Before she could speak, Fu Mingyi, standing in front of her, said, "Your Majesty, I think there are a few people who are capable."
Xiao Qing's eyes met Fu Mingyi's, and her heart skipped a beat.
There are some things that the Grand Tutor and she don't need to say explicitly, they can naturally understand each other.
She nodded, a premonition in her heart.
It seems we can't invite Mr. Wu, so what about the person the Grand Tutor mentioned...?
Fu Mingyi smiled and said, "Your Majesty can command your people as you see fit."
Xiao Qing then understood.
"come out."
Four figures knelt down in front of her, regardless of the presence of the Zhao family uncle and nephew.
Zhao Ziyuan quickly understood.
These people possessed a similar aura to those hidden in Fengqi Gorge.
Zhao Youchen gripped the hilt of his sword tightly.
Xiao Qing understood that she had driven these people away in a fit of anger, but although she had come to her senses later, she had to play along with the plan because of the situation.
But these people operate in the shadows, and their skills were personally trained by Mr. Wu, which is different from the style and methods of Zhao Youchen and his group who operate in the open.
Xiao Qing pondered for a moment, "Are you willing to accept the order?"
The leader bowed and said, "We dare not refuse the master's order. We only ask that when we return, the master bestow upon us a name!"
As he spoke, he presented a small wooden box, about the size of a palm, with both hands.
Fu Mingyi remained indifferent, acting as if it were none of his business.
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