Chapter 526: Living Chess Piece

In the Imperial Palace, inside the Zheng Hall, the Crown Prince was looking at the time. Today was his day to review the documents. Although he was very curious about the news his father was reading, he did not dare to make any moves.

The prince thought to himself that his father really valued Lord Zhou. But then again, someone like Lord Zhou who was so sensible and capable should indeed be protected.

The emperor put down the news in his hand. Zhou Shuren was poisoned. He immediately tracked down the case. Unfortunately, the person who poisoned him committed suicide. However, it was not completely without gain. His eyes were full of sternness. "Eunuch Liu."

Eunuch Liu, "Yes."

Your Majesty, "Go to Jinzhou City tonight to pick up Lao Wu."

Eunuch Liu's hair stood on end. He knew a lot. This fifth prince was fake. He was stunned for a moment and said, "Yes."

The Emperor looked at the Crown Prince who continued to review the memorials, and waited for Eunuch Liu to leave. "Nothing else you want to ask?"

The prince put down his pen and raised his head, "There is no danger in Jinzhou. The court officials were openly poisoned, and my fifth brother was just assassinated. It is indeed time to bring him back."

The emperor stared at the prince and laughed out loud, "Good, very good."

I can understand his intention to some extent now, and his teaching is worth it.

Although the prince cannot guess everything, he can guess a little. His father wants to use the fake fifth brother to completely muddy the waters. Although he doesn't know what his father has found out, he is not the prince for nothing. The Marquis' Mansion has been dragged into the center by his father, and the fifth brother seems to be very crucial!

The prince curled his lips. The real Old Five should be anxious. His father unexpectedly brought the fake one back to the capital. Haha, this move was really interesting. It turned out that the fake Old Five was a living chess piece in his father's hands. He had learned it again.

The next day at the Zhou Mansion in Jinzhou, Zhou Shuren had just woken up when Jianyan was waiting for him, "Master, Eunuch Liu went to pick up the fifth prince and return to the capital at midnight last night."

Zhou Shuren was gargling and almost spit out liquid. He didn't have time to pay attention to the recuperation of the injured Fifth Prince. But after a long time, he realized something was wrong. The Fifth Prince was seriously injured in the assassination, and it has been quite some time since he was recuperating. It seemed that everyone had forgotten about the Fifth Prince. This was not right. It was a good opportunity to take his life while he was sick.

Combined with Yao Zheyu's reaction, he knew that the Fifth Prince's story was probably not true. Has he been brought back to Beijing now?

Oh my god, the emperor’s operation is really awesome. He couldn’t have imagined that he could play it this way.

It's rare to see an adult stunned, "Sir."

Zhou Shuren spit out the mouthwash, coughed and said, "You go down first."

To put it simply, "Yes."

Zhulan changed her clothes and came out. She had heard it just now. Now Mrs. Song went to prepare breakfast. Zhulan whispered, "Tell me, will the emperor issue an order to grant the fifth prince a marriage next?"

Over the years, Zhulan has gotten to know the emperor more or less. Given her eagerness to get involved, this guess might really be true. It's also a woman's intuition that takes on responsibilities.

Zhou Shuren had a wooden face, "It's possible."

Zhou Shuren really sympathized with those who were hated by the emperor. The emperor had too many ways to be a hateful person.

At the government office, Zhou Shuren was stared at as soon as he appeared. Zhou Shuren was speechless, "Why, didn't you see enough yesterday?"

We watched him the whole afternoon yesterday. These people went back to rest for the night, so why are they still staring at him?

Zhou Shuren touched his face and asked, "Am I getting younger?"

The corners of Lord Wang's mouth twitched. He really admired Lord Zhou. "Lord Zhou, look at your complexion. Did you have a good rest yesterday?"

Zhou Shuren did have a good rest yesterday. "Not bad. I had a dreamless night."

He didn't lie. After he was poisoned, he felt like the dust had finally settled. You know, before he was poisoned, he had been worried.

Lord Wang and Lord Wang the prefect looked at each other. They, who had nothing to do, had not rested all night yesterday. They were already old, and after staying up all night, they seemed to have aged a few years.

Lord Wang said with a dull face, "I'm glad you're alright, I'll go and get busy now."

Zhou Shuren said politely, "Thank you, Lord Wang, for thinking of me."

Lord Wang smiled, turned around and left. He didn't want to deal with Lord Zhou anymore. It was too much of a blow to him.

Zhou Shuren looked at Wang Ju, "Why aren't you leaving yet?"

Lord Wang laughed dryly, "From now on, I will work with you, sir."

He also saw what happened yesterday. There are many capable people around Lord Zhou, and after what happened yesterday, the people around Lord Zhou are actually the safest. Lord Wang was trembling in his heart, and he had investigated a lot. It's scary to think about it. The greater the merit, the greater the danger!

Zhou Shuren was silent for a moment, "Move the table yourself."

"Thank you, sir."

In the backyard of the Zhou mansion, there were several boys of the Zhou family. Because it snowed yesterday, the eldest and second sons of the Zhou family did not go out. Chang Lian and Chang Zhi were also at home, so they really had no idea what was going on outside.

Zhulan called her sons over and told them about the poisoning. They only then knew about it. "You should stay at home if you can."

Afterwards, Zhu Lan said to Xue Han, "Mrs. Song will be in charge of the kitchen recently."

Having someone from the emperor in the family has its advantages. Relatively speaking, the Zhou family's backyard is much safer than other officials' homes.

The Zhou family's children came back to their senses after hearing this. The eldest Zhou's heart was pounding, "Mom, is Dad okay?"

Zhulan, "It's okay, don't worry about it. For now, just take care of yourself."

After a pause, he continued, "Yes, Rongchuan, Mingyun and Mingteng, you don't have to go to the academy these days. Changlian, you and Changzhi will have to teach these boys these days."

Zhulan thought of kidnapping. In order to eliminate the danger, it would be better to eliminate the source directly.

Zhou Laodao said: "Oh no, it's time for these two guys to leave."

Zhulan said, "I have already notified Steward Ding to lock the door."

Boss Zhou was relieved. Although he had more sons than his eldest son in the family, he loved all of them. The eldest son was mature and stable, while the second son was lively and active. If any of them was hurt, he would kill them.

Chang Lian knew more. His master had been very busy recently and had not given him any guidance for a while. He was worried and asked, "Mom, is Dad really okay?"

Zhulan, "It's really okay."

Chang Lian stared into his mother's eyes, and his heart gradually calmed down. He pursed his lips and hated himself. If only he were a few years older, it would be better. He wanted to help his father, but this feeling of powerlessness really made him feel uncomfortable.

Zhou Lao Er frowned, "Mom, my younger sister should stay in the mansion as well, and please reject those social invitations."

At home, because my mother had to take care of my younger brother, my younger sister attended many of the posts on her behalf.

Zhulan, "That's what I want to say, Xuehan, don't go out recently. The Zhou Mansion will be closed to visitors."

Xue Han responded, "Yes."

Zhulan gave some other instructions and waved goodbye to her sons and daughters. As for her daughter-in-law, the sons could go back and talk to her themselves.

After a while, Steward Ding came with a card in his hand. "The invitation from the Lin Mansion to the mistress and the young lady."

Zhulan took the invitation for tea tasting and put it down. Zhou Shuren was poisoned yesterday, and the Lin family immediately sent an invitation. You know, the two families don’t have much friendship!

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