Chapter 81 What is the relationship between the woman he was intimate with and Shen Chu?
Pei Yuan said in a deep voice, "Although I often linger at Qingfeng Tower and know Liufeng, I do not know his background or the hatred between him and Pei Ji."
If I had known earlier, I would never have let him go to the Censorate to plead his case.
Your son will personally bring Pei Ji before you so that you may decide his fate.
"You!" Emperor Longqing frowned. "What Pei Ji? He's your third brother."
Pei Yuan raised his head, a cold sneer curling at the corner of his mouth.
"Does Father Emperor think I should acknowledge someone who has been trying to drug me and get me into bed since I was twelve years old as my elder brother?"
Shen Chu gasped.
No wonder Pei Yuan hated the Third Prince so much that he was willing to cut him off with his own hands.
That beast, even cutting him to pieces wouldn't be enough to satisfy my hatred; he should be sliced into pieces, one slice at a time.
Yes, like slicing potatoes into thin strips.
Emperor Longqing was clearly shocked by Pei Yuan's words. After a moment of stunned silence, he asked, "That beast actually drugged you? Why didn't you tell me about these things?"
Pei Yuan said softly, "Father, don't worry, he didn't succeed."
Emperor Longqing frowned and paced back and forth in the hall for a while, seemingly somewhat agitated.
Shen Chu felt somewhat out of place here, but dared not say goodbye.
She shrank into the shadows and looked up at Pei Yuan.
Pei Yuan knelt upright, his eyes lowered, revealing no emotion, and a somber aura surrounded him.
This is completely different from the usual dissolute or indifferent sixth prince.
She suddenly felt that the rumors were not credible. Did His Majesty not favor Pei Yuan as much as the rumors suggested?
Otherwise, how could he not know that he was almost harmed by the Third Prince?
The last time Pei Yuan was drugged at Jingguo Temple, it must have been the Third Prince's doing, right?
In a daze, the voice of the Longqing Emperor rang in my ears, "Shenchu, did you really not know about Liufeng's appeal for justice beforehand?"
She quickly regained her composure and nodded calmly.
“This morning, after I went to the Censorate, Liu Feng came to my door to plead his case. At that time, no one was willing to accept his petition, so I accepted it.”
Afterwards, Liu Feng was taken to the duty room for questioning. It was learned that he had secretly collected a great deal of evidence, which is why he immediately drafted a memorial and brought him to the palace.
The Longqing Emperor stared at him without speaking, seemingly assessing the truthfulness of his words.
Shen Chu was open and honest, and was very glad that Pei Yuan hadn't told her about his plans when she pressed him about them last night.
Otherwise, she wouldn't be able to be so open and honest in her words and expressions.
After a moment, Emperor Longqing withdrew his gaze and said coldly, "Although the Third Prince has committed grave sins, he was clearly beaten last night before being thrown into the stable."
This is the imperial city! How could someone use private torture against a prince right under the emperor's nose? The thought alone sends chills down my spine.
Sixth Brother, what does your Five Cities Garrison do? Do you spend all your nights drinking and gambling?
"If this continues, will I never be able to sleep peacefully at night?"
Pei Yuan lowered his head, "Your subject knows his mistake and will investigate this matter as soon as possible."
"Hmph, I'll give you one day to find out exactly what happened last night and find out who the mastermind is."
"Your subject obeys."
"Alright, you may all leave."
Shen Chu let out a long breath and came out of the palace, only to hear Pei Yuan instructing Sun Yan:
"Go and bring back all those who participated in yesterday's dragon boat race, as well as those who have had a grudge against the Third Prince, to the Flying Eagle Guard. I want to question them personally."
"yes."
Pei Yuan turned and glanced at Shen Chu. "Young Master Shen, shall we go with this prince to the Flying Eagle Guard?"
Shen Chu smiled and said, "Okay."
Both of them were well aware of the Third Prince's situation.
Pei Yuan's request for her to go to the Flying Eagle Guard was merely a show for outsiders.
She also wanted to ask Pei Yuan why his gaze was so strange today.
The two entered the Flying Eagle Guard one after the other.
The Flying Eagle Guard's office was closest to the palace, located in the southwest corner of the imperial city.
The room was dimly lit, and the air pressure was so low that it was hard to breathe.
No wonder most officials are unwilling to join the Flying Eagle Guard.
Shen Chu thought he would be taken to the cell where prisoners were interrogated, but instead he heard Pei Yuan instruct the Flying Eagle Guard: "Take Lord Shen to my duty room."
Turning around again, Pei Yuan had already entered a side room.
She looked puzzled, but still followed the Flying Eagle Guard into the main room.
As she pushed open the door, she couldn't help but let out a "tsk."
Pei Yuan's former duty room was clean, tidy, spacious, and bright, with valuable furnishings. Bright sunlight streamed in through the window, and through the half-open window, one could see a small artificial lake outside, with weeping willows swaying by the lake and a gentle breeze blowing.
What made it even more captivating for her was the comfortable chaise lounge placed under the window.
The soft couch was over ten feet long and wide enough for two people to roll around on.
The three sides of the railing are inlaid with cross-shaped panels, which are beautifully carved and openwork. The soft pillows and quilts on them exude a calming fragrance, making people want to lie down and roll around.
Look at other people's duty rooms, and then think about your own dimly lit little duty room in the grinding station.
She couldn't help but widen her eyes and clench her little fists.
Why would you use a sour chicken knife to kill me?
But it really is sour.
Is this the difference between a fifth-rank official and a first-rank official?
I feel like I've found another source of motivation to keep striving!
She also wanted a spacious, bright, and fragrant room with a soft couch!
Just as his hand was about to touch the soft couch, he heard footsteps behind him.
She alertly withdrew her hand and stood up straight.
Pei Yuan strode in, having changed into a bright red, wide-sleeved robe. A falcon with outstretched wings, poised to take flight, adorned his chest, exuding an air of aloofness and arrogance.
This was the first time she had seen Pei Yuan wearing the brocade robe exclusive to the Flying Eagle Guard. The intense and beautiful bright red color gave him a slightly enchanting air, making people want to take a second look.
So, in such a short time, this guy changed into a new set of clothes?
What's wrong?
"Chen Chu!"
The pressure on her shoulder brought her back to her senses, and she couldn't help but glare angrily, "Why did Your Highness hit me?"
Pei Yuan retracted his jade-bone fan and snorted coldly, "What are you thinking? This prince is asking you, why did you accept the petition?"
She rubbed her forehead. "Does Your Highness wish for me not to accept?"
Pei Yuan didn't say anything, and went straight to the soft couch and lay down.
He was lying there comfortably, with one hand clenched into a fist and his forehead propped up.
She couldn't help but feel jealous again.
Bang.
Another pain shot through my forehead, and a book slipped off my forehead.
"If you drool over my good looks again, I'll gouge your eyes out."
Shen Chu subconsciously caught the book and smirked.
Pshaw, who's drooling over his good looks?
Her saliva was clearly dripping onto the large, fragrant soft couch.
No, she didn't have any saliva.
Chen Chu glanced at the corner of the book, which was completely dry, and asked, "Why did Your Highness look at me with such a strange expression during the Grand Court Assembly?"
Did I do something wrong?
"Want to know?" Pei Yuan raised an eyebrow.
"Um."
"come over!"
Pei Yuan beckoned to her, a gesture that made Shen Chu feel as if he were calling her pet dog.
"Your Highness, please speak freely. I can hear you here."
Pei Yuan gestured with his chin towards the soft couch, "Sit here, and read!"
What should I read?
She paused for a moment, then looked at the travelogue in her hand before realizing what was happening.
Should I read to him?
Ha, she certainly knows how to enjoy herself.
She rubbed her forehead and refused, "My forehead hurts, I'm afraid I won't be able to read properly. Your Highness, please find someone else."
Pei Yuan raised an eyebrow. "Does it really hurt that much? Come here and let me see."
Chen Chu leaned closer and took the opportunity to touch the cushion on the soft couch.
Mmm, it smells wonderful, it's soft, and it feels amazing.
Pei Yuan's gaze fell on Shen Chu's forehead.
Her forehead was full and smooth, her skin was porcelain white, and there was a faint bluish mark at her temples, which looked somewhat jarring.
As Shen Chu approached, the wisteria-like fragrance emanating from her body lingered around his nose, causing him to stiffen involuntarily.
A lingering doubt remained in my mind.
The woman he entwined with at Jingguo Temple that night made him sleep soundly all night, and the scent of Shen Chu could also lull him to sleep.
Did Shen Chu have a relationship with the woman at Jingguo Temple that night?
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