Chapter 110 Grandfather Wants to See You
The Emperor narrowed his eyes and spoke slowly, "What a coincidence lately! First, the Crown Prince was beaten up for no reason, then the Prime Minister's son, and now even the Marquis of Wu has not been spared! Under the feet of the Emperor, the world is clear and bright, yet in this capital, there are people who dare to be so arrogant and have no regard for the law!"
After saying this, the emperor slammed the armrest and shouted angrily: "Come, summon the regent!"
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Fu bent down and whispered, "Your Majesty, the Regent led his troops to Demon Valley Mountain this morning."
Although Eunuch Fu's voice was small, it echoed in the hall like thunder.
Upon hearing this, the ministers were all shocked. The Regent had actually set out for Demon Valley Mountain? You know, Demon Valley Mountain was a place where bandits were rampant. They took advantage of the complex terrain and the miasma and poisonous gas. Repeated attempts by the officers and soldiers to suppress them were always unsuccessful, with many casualties.
The emperor's eyes flickered, as if he had just remembered something, and his tone was filled with realization: "Oh, I almost forgot, the Regent was sent by me to Demon Valley Mountain to suppress the bandits, Dali Temple!"
Following the emperor's call, Dali Temple Minister Yan Haoxiang stepped out and bowed, "Your Majesty!"
"I order you to investigate the perpetrators of the recent violence within ten days."
Upon hearing this, Yan Haoxiang made a bitter face and groaned in his heart.
The prince was beaten, and several days have passed without any clues being found. Now the emperor has given him ten days...
The emperor's order was hard to disobey, so he could only bite the bullet and agree: "Yes, I obey your command!"
At this moment, Bai Xianzhe said again: "Your Majesty, my son was injured by Lan Zhenrong's daughter, Lan Xiyue. There are also many servants present who testified that they were also killed by Lan Xiyue."
As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar in the hall.
The emperor frowned, "Hmm? Lan Xiyue?"
Seeing this, Bai Xianzhe quickly added, "Your Majesty, it was Lan Xiyue! My son was beaten by her for no reason."
Lan Zhenrong's heart skipped a beat when he heard this.
This evil girl has gotten herself into trouble again! He cursed her inwardly, but didn't dare show it on his face.
No matter what, he couldn't admit to the crime. Moreover, he was beaten up last night. Maybe Bai Xianzhe secretly sent someone to beat him up in order to avenge his son.
Thinking of this, Lan Zhenrong straightened his back, his voice firm, "Your Majesty, the Prime Minister is wrong. Although my daughter is usually spoiled and willful and has a bad reputation, the Prime Minister's illegitimate son's reputation is not much better than my daughter's. A woman is weak, how could she have injured the Prime Minister's son? The Prime Minister should not frame the Marquis's family with any false charges!"
Inside the hall, the ministers all had different expressions upon hearing this. Some were secretly speculating, some looked doubtful, and still others looked like they were enjoying the show.
The Emperor pondered for a moment upon seeing this, "Minister of the Dali Temple, I leave this matter entirely to you. You must investigate it carefully."
Upon hearing this, Yan Haoxiang quickly responded: "Yes, I obey your command!"
The hall fell silent.
The hall was originally filled with whispers of different people, but the moment the emperor stood up and waved his sleeves, it instantly fell silent.
After the Emperor left, Eunuch Fu's shrill voice rang out: "Dismiss the court!"
The ministers hurriedly bowed and saluted, "Farewell, Your Majesty!"
Bai Xianzhe's face was so gloomy that it seemed as if water could drip out of it. He glared at Lan Zhenrong fiercely, snorted coldly, and strode out of the hall.
Upon seeing this, the other ministers also dispersed, not daring to stay any longer.
Yun Yongan walked forward slowly, his eyes filled with confusion. "What happened? Why was Bai Xianzhe's son beaten up by Yueyue?"
Lan Zhenrong shook his head helplessly. "I don't know either! I haven't heard of it!"
Yun Xiancang snorted coldly, "Let's talk about it when we get back."
The group quickly left the palace and returned to the Duke of Protectorate's Mansion.
The atmosphere in the study was solemn. Yun Xiancang sat upright in the upper seat, his gaze as sharp as a torch. "During this morning's court session, Bai Xianzhe wouldn't have mentioned Yueyue beating his son for no reason. He's a calculating man. Yun Jin, go fetch Yueyue yourself. I have something to ask her."
Upon hearing this, Yun Jin immediately stood up and responded respectfully, "Yes, Grandfather." Then he turned and left the study.
Lan Zhenrong looked at Yun Xiancang, feeling uneasy. "Father-in-law, could this injury be caused by Bai Xianzhe in order to avenge his son?"
Yun Xiancang pondered for a moment, then said in a low yet powerful voice, "What's going on? Call Yueyue first and ask her clearly before we speak."
At this time, in Xilingyuan of the Wuguo Marquis Mansion, Lan Xiyue was eating breakfast leisurely.
Chu Xia rushed in, looking anxious, "Miss, something happened in the mansion again!"
Lan Xiyue paused for a moment with the spoon in her hand, then continued to drink her porridge calmly, and said calmly, "What's the matter?"
Chu Xia took a breath and said quickly, "The guards who patrolled last night were all beaten with sticks in the front yard. Also, I heard that the master was also beaten up last night. His face and body are covered with wounds. He was limping when he went out this morning."
Lan Xiyue raised her eyebrows when she heard this. She put down her bowl and chopsticks, stood up, and looked deeply at me. "It seems like I missed a good show. Who beat up my scumbag father?"
Chu Xia shook her head. "I heard that the master was furious and beat two servants from the main courtyard to death with a stick!"
Lan Xiyue was wondering: Mo Liyuan came to her room last night. After he left, he didn't go and beat up her scumbag dad! No matter who did it, she felt a little happy that her scumbag dad had been beaten up.
Chuchun walked in, "Miss, Young Master Yun is here."
As soon as he finished speaking, Yun Jin walked in.
Lan Xiyue stood up upon hearing this. Before she could say anything, Yun Jin asked, "Lan Xiyue, did you beat up Bai Jinbao?"
Lan Xiyue heard this, a hint of innocence flashed in her eyes, she bit her lower lip lightly and said, "No."
Yun Jin looked at her suspiciously, frowning slightly. "Really? Then why did the Prime Minister say at the morning court that you beat up his son?"
Lan Xiyue spread her hands helplessly, "Cousin, look at my skinny arms and legs. How can I be a match for Bai Jinbao? He can almost beat me."
Chu Xia stood aside, listening to her young lady lying without blushing or beating her heart, a hint of disbelief flashed in her eyes.
She glanced at Lan Xiyue secretly. Lan Xiyue seemed to notice Chu Xia's gaze and glanced at her lightly.
Chu Xia quickly lowered her head, but Yun Jin hadn't noticed the interaction between them as master and servant. She just nodded slightly and said, "That's the best. Come with me to the Protectorate Mansion. Grandfather wants to see you."
Lan Xiyue heard this and a sweet smile appeared on her lips, "Okay."
Yun Jin was stunned for a moment. His older cousin seemed to be becoming even sweeter and cuter.
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