Chapter 771 Rumors (Update 1)
Emperor Mu Wu passed away.
The bells announcing the death rang for a whole day, and the news spread throughout the capital.
Overnight, all government offices were decorated with white lanterns and hung with white cloth.
The third prince, Prince Lie, inherited the throne by imperial decree and became the new emperor, with the reign title of Jianqing.
The country mourns for 100 days.
…
Ye Mansion.
Ye Chutang lay on a rattan chair and picked up a travel book to read.
Xiaowu was sitting next to her, carefully writing the calligraphy stroke by stroke.
Ye Jingyan was just opposite and had just finished writing an article.
“What a pity.”
Ye Chutang turned the page and said lazily,
"I had hoped to see the Spring Examination bring some excitement to the capital, but who knew it would be postponed until next year."
No one expected that Emperor Mu Wu would suddenly fall ill just before the Spring Examination, disrupting all plans.
Ye Jingyan put down his brush and said, "Although it's regrettable, it's the best solution. It's not easy for many students who have to travel far to make the round trip, so the government has already started arranging their food and accommodation."
Ye Chutang nodded and looked up at him again.
"Is this the article that Master Jijiu wants?"
"yes."
Ye Chutang held his chin with interest, thinking, "It seems that the Master of the Imperial Academy intends to let you participate in this year's Imperial Examination?"
When the new emperor ascended the throne, all things were revived.
King Lie, oh no, he should be called Emperor Jianqing now, specially issued an edict to open the special examination in August this autumn. The students who pass the examination will participate in the joint examination next spring together with these people this year.
Ye Jingyan nodded.
Ye Chutang smiled, "That's fine. I delayed you earlier because of family matters, so now is just the right time. Just prepare well."
Xiaowu looked up and looked at Ye Jingyan eagerly.
——Third brother, with his talent, will definitely pass the exam! Maybe by then, their family will have a top scholar!
When Xiaowu thought of the joyful scene with lights and decorations, he could no longer contain his excitement.
Ye Chutang gently tapped her little head.
"You have to write well, so as not to disappoint your third brother's constant guidance. If your handwriting is the same as your fourth brother's—"
Xiaowu nodded seriously.
——Of course!
Last time, Princess Qinyang praised her for her good handwriting!
With fourth brother's handwriting, wouldn't it be easy to surpass him?
but--
Why.
Xiaowu sighed sadly.
During the national mourning period, all activities were cancelled and Lianyunlai Restaurant was also closed.
This is a lot of money lost!
——I originally wanted to hold a farewell party for my fourth brother at Yunlai Tavern.
Ye Chutang curled his eyes and said, "Don't worry, it won't be a problem for your fourth brother to miss this meal."
Firstly, his return to Beijing was unexpected, and he was stationed in the military camp west of the city every day and was not allowed to drink. Secondly, the wind at the border was strong and the wine was strong, so he might like the wine there better.
Xiaowu nodded sensibly.
King Nan of Yan led his troops back to the southwest yesterday.
Ye Yunfeng naturally went with him.
There are still too many things to deal with in the southwest, and border defense cannot be delayed for a single day.
Moreover, I am afraid that Nan Hu’s group will not calm down when they return this time.
They did not wait for the national mourning to end, but set off without stopping.
Xiaowu stretched out his little hand and gestured with anticipation.
——When Fourth Brother comes back next time, they will have a good reunion with him!
…
Dingbei Marquis Mansion.
Chen Yanchuan has been very busy recently, leaving home early and returning late every day.
Emperor Mu Wu passed away, Xiao Chengqi ascended the throne, and the spring examination was postponed. There were simply too many things to do.
The Ministry of Rites has been busy these days with the national mourning and the need to accommodate many students, and everyone from top to bottom is extremely busy.
The more this happens, the more likely it is that trouble will occur. There are countless unknown dangers and unstable factors lurking both openly and covertly.
So Chen Yanchuan also had very little rest.
The general arrangements were finally finalized today, and Chen Yanchuan returned home early, which was a rare opportunity.
As soon as he arrived at the mansion, Yun Cheng came forward and reported, "Master, Uncle Di is out today."
Shen Yanchuan paused, "Oh?"
Yun Chengdao said, "I didn't go anywhere else. I just walked around the streets. At this time of year, the streets are deserted and there's nothing much to see. But according to Su Mu who accompanied me, Uncle Di seemed to be in a good mood."
Chen Yanchuan seemed to be thinking, "He has been locked up for so long, and now he can finally go out and see the world, it's normal for him to be happy."
Anyone who has been locked up in a dark prison for several years would probably go crazy.
What's more, he was suffering inhuman torture.
To be able to endure until today requires an extraordinary character, and the freedom to breathe fresh air is naturally even more precious.
Yun Cheng nodded and lowered his voice again, "However, he did not take the initiative to ask to go to Prince Jing's Mansion, but just let Su Mu take him around casually."
Shen Yanchuan was not surprised by this.
"We've endured all these years, so even a day or a moment won't make a difference."
Uncle Di was imprisoned in the Ministry of Justice's death row for several years, which was closely related to Xiao Chenglin.
But now Xiao Chenglin has also been detained, and apart from Uncle Di himself, I'm afraid no one else knows the inside story.
Maybe he didn't want to expose himself, or maybe... he didn't want to see Xiao Chenglin in the first place.
Yun Cheng nodded. "However, he seems to like the wheelchair that Miss Ye Er gave him very much. He just doesn't wear the prosthetic limb."
This is normal.
Chen Yanchuan said, "Let him be."
As Shen Yanchuan walked, he mentioned another piece of news he got today.
"Fan Chengzhuo is dead."
Yun Cheng was stunned for a moment, "I didn't expect... that he would die even faster than Zheng Baosu."
In fact, Zheng Baosu had been subjected to severe torture every day since he was escorted back to Beijing, and he was almost dying.
But it has survived until now.
"But it's true. Knowing that his only son is not his biological son... I'm afraid he must have lost all hope and wanted to die soon. This way... it can be considered a relief." Yun Chengdao.
As for Zheng Baosu, he won't live long either.
None of this actually matters.
at the moment--
Yun Cheng hesitated for a moment and said, "Master has been busy with many things lately. Have you heard the rumors?"
Chen Yanchuan came into the house and sat down, holding up the freshly brewed tea, "What's the rumor?"
Yun Cheng stepped forward. "Prince Jing's sudden detention has caused widespread discussion within the court. Some say... there are still many details in his case that have yet to be ascertained, and that it's too hasty to convict him so directly."
Emperor Mu Wu personally conducted the trial that day, and there were very few people present.
After the trial, he only ordered Prince Jing to be temporarily placed under house arrest in the mansion, and did not issue any other orders.
But after his death, Xiao Chengqi immediately ordered Xiao Chenglin to be imprisoned, which inevitably made people feel that it was inappropriate.
"Some say the late emperor never intended to kill him and even urged the new emperor to consider brotherly love. But to eliminate dissidents, the new emperor disregarded the late emperor's will and exterminated Prince Jing... I heard some people have privately discussed and plan to jointly submit a petition requesting a thorough re-investigation."
Shen Yanchuan took a sip of tea before speaking lazily.
"Oh? Who are they?"
Yun Cheng took out a list from his sleeve and handed it over.
"These are the ones we've found so far, and there are probably some others waiting in the dark."
Shen Yanchuan took the list.
Some were expected, and some were "surprise surprises."
He raised his eyebrows slightly.
"It seems that our His Royal Highness Prince Jing has put in a lot of effort over the years."
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