Chapter 432 Revenge
"I have never known about the secret passage. It can be said that no one in the Qin royal family knows about it, otherwise it would have been passed down from generation to generation." The emperor said solemnly.
Nan Jiao was even more confused. Even the Qin royal family didn't know about this. "The palace was not built by the Qin?"
The emperor nodded and said, "This place was definitely not built by the Qin State. They just renovated the original building."
Nan Jiao's mind was working quickly, and she asked curiously, "What is this place?"
"There used to be many ethnic tribes on this continent, each with its own territory, but as wars evolved, there were eventually seven countries and some small tribes."
"According to the royal records, this was once a tribe where their king lived. When the Qin State built the imperial palace here, there should not have been a secret passage, otherwise it would have been discovered."
The Emperor narrowed his eyes slightly, with a thoughtful look on his face.
Nan Jiao was slightly startled, then said, "Maybe there are still people alive in that tribe, and they became citizens of Qin, and then secretly built the secret passage."
"Now that you put it that way, it seems possible. Otherwise, the royal family would not have failed to discover the secret passage, unless it did not exist in the beginning." The retired emperor's face darkened slightly.
"It seems that this tribe really has living descendants, and from generation to generation they are preparing to find an opportunity to retaliate against the Qin State." Nan Jiao felt that she might not be wrong.
"Hundreds of years have passed, and they haven't given up yet." The emperor said solemnly.
Nan Jiao thought for a moment and said, "Of course it's also possible that the people of that tribe died after building the secret passage, and the queen happened to discover the secret passage."
The emperor sighed and said, "I think it's the former."
"Don't worry, Grandfather Emperor. No matter what the situation is, Bei Heng and I will protect our country." Nan Jiao's eyes were full of confidence.
The victor becomes the king and the victor defeats the enemy!
If the Qin State is completely defeated one day in the future, she will not think about restoring the country, but will choose to live in seclusion with her family.
"I believe you, but you also have to be careful about your safety. I suspect the queen has been used as a knife." The emperor expressed his guess.
The queen is jealous and may really want to seize the throne, but if no one instigates or encourages her, she probably won't act so quickly.
"That's what I thought." Nan Jiao had nothing to fear.
When enemies come, we will stop them; when floods come, we will block them with earth.
As long as they unite and work together, they will overcome all difficulties.
"If you get rid of the queen, those who instigated her will definitely point the finger at you." The emperor said in a serious voice.
"We are not afraid." Nan Jiao said in a relaxed tone, looking at Youyou Baoer. She was worried about them, afraid that the enemy would take them hostage.
The Emperor said thoughtfully, "It's always good to be more careful."
"You too, Grandfather Emperor. I suspect that the descendants of that tribe are hiding in the palace. The empress did not burn herself to death, but was murdered and then set on fire." Nan Jiao did not hide it from him any more.
"How could this happen!" The retired emperor's eyes widened and his face turned ashen.
Do this right under their noses.
What a courage!
"I have discussed this with Bei Heng. Let's not make any alarm yet. Just tell the outside world that the empress committed suicide by burning herself." Nan Jiao said seriously. As long as the other party is in the palace.
There will always be something wrong.
She wanted to see who it was.
The emperor nodded and said, "Just make your arrangements. I am old and alone, so I may not be able to help you much, but I will pay attention and try not to hinder you."
Nan Jiao looked at Deshou Palace and said, "Bei Heng and I are going to send some people here to protect you."
"Okay." The emperor did not refuse. He didn't want to make them worry.
After the last time he was drugged by the Queen, he felt that it was always a good idea to be more cautious.
After Zhan Beiheng came.
The two had dinner with the retired emperor at Deokshou Palace, and then left the palace with their children.
They did not go back to the palace directly, but went to the general's palace first.
The old lady and Mu Yuanyuan were extremely happy after seeing the two children.
They had already sent someone to deliver the message to the General's Office.
They kept waiting, and unexpectedly saw them in the evening. When they saw that they were safe and sound, they finally put their minds at ease.
Mu Yuanyuan walked up to Nan Jiao and asked, "Did you run into your father and Jiang Yan on your way back?"
Nan Jiao shook her head, "We were in a hurry to get back to the capital at that time, so we took a small road. Dad and second brother should have arrived in Xian'an City, and they are probably confronting the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion."
Upon hearing this, Mu Yuanyuan clasped her hands together and said, "I hope they are safe and sound."
Although Jiang Chi was brave and had rich combat experience, she was still worried about Jiang Yan, after all, his leg had only healed for a short time.
But this time he insisted on going, and she had no choice but to obey him.
"Don't worry, mother. Father and second brother will be fine." Nan Jiao comforted her.
Mu Yuanyuan nodded. "Although you are back, you still have to be careful. In the evening, everyone was saying that the palace was on fire."
"The evidence of the Queen's rebellion is conclusive. Father sent her to the cold palace, and she committed suicide by burning herself." Nan Jiao said calmly. She had discussed this with Zhan Beiheng.
Tell everyone else that the queen set herself on fire.
Mu Yuanyuan sighed and said, "She is asking for trouble."
She is already the empress, such a noble status, but she is still restless.
If she did nothing, she would surely live in glory and wealth until old age.
"Have you been doing well in the capital during this period?" Nan Jiao asked. After all, they had been away from the capital for some time.
"We are all fine. Jiang Ye has renovated the restaurant and is waiting for you to return safely before opening it." Mu Yuanyuan smiled gently.
But now she is worried about Jiang Chi and Jiang Yan.
I don't know if everything is going well with my grandfather now.
Nan Jiao said softly, "Let's find an auspicious day to open the business. You can do whatever you need to do next. Bei Heng and I can handle the rest."
"Well, you guys should be more careful." Mu Yuanyuan was worried. Although she was just a woman, the queen's rebellion was a big deal.
Even though she died, it must not be over yet.
When leaving the General's Mansion.
Jiang Huai, Jiang Ye and Jiang Yu saw them out.
Nan Jiao looked at them and said solemnly, "Although the queen is dead, the matter is not over yet. You all need to be more careful."
She didn't tell her grandmother and mother because she was afraid they would worry too much, but she had to tell her eldest brother and the others.
Jiang Huai said gently: "We will remain cautious."
Jiang Ye smiled charmingly and said, "Don't worry, we will be on guard at all times."
Jiang Yu patted his chest and said, "Don't worry about your family. I will protect everyone. Although I'm not very powerful, I will do my best."
Nan Jiao glanced at him and said, "Go to Qianji Pavilion tomorrow, and I will give you some good hidden weapons."
"Really?" Jiang Yu's eyes lit up with excitement.
"If you don't believe it, you don't have to go."
"Go, go, go. I will definitely go."
Nan Jiao and Zhan Beiheng took their two children onto the carriage and immediately returned to Prince Jin's Palace.
Bai Qin, Ruyi and Chen Dapang all greeted them with bright smiles after seeing them come back. They knew that they had been waiting for them to return to the palace after they entered it.
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