Chapter 433 Unable to Tolerate Her
The Crown Prince was angry because Xiao Piao didn't want to go to the Thousand Birds Bureau.
Xiao Piao was confined for three days.
Xiao Can brought food to Xiao Piao's room.
Xiao Piao didn't block the bed, but sat by the window looking at the sky.
“Ah Piao, you haven’t eaten all day. You should at least eat something, or you’ll ruin your health.”
Xiao Piao didn't turn around. "Brother, why has everything changed since we returned to the capital? Father is completely different from before. I almost don't recognize him."
Xiao Can laid out the contents of the food box and sat down to one side.
“Ah Piao, don’t blame your father. Your father was already walking on thin ice in that position.”
Xiao Piao said calmly, "Why did he kill my sister's father?"
Xiao Can pondered for a moment before speaking, "Because of suspicion, Jinzhi's father was predicted to have the appearance of an emperor, and he will pose a threat to my father."
Xiao Piao's eyes were glistening with tears.
"Is it acceptable to kill a hero of Jin just because of suspicion? They were brothers who grew up together."
Xiao Can looked at Xiao Piao, "A Piao, look, even you, as your father's biological child, will remember that Uncle Qin was a hero. But what about the people of the world? If a ruler loses the hearts of the people, how can he hold onto his position?"
Xiao Piao wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. "Brother, Father isn't suspicious. He's jealous, angry, and afraid because Sister's father is better than him."
Xiao Can immediately shouted, "A-Piao! You mustn't slander our father like that!"
Xiao Piao stared into Xiao Can's eyes, "Then what about brother? It wasn't just Father who changed after returning to the capital, but you did too. You also want Sister dead, don't you? Father wasn't satisfied with killing Sister's father, now he wants to kill Sister too! She clearly only had two years to live! Why can't you all tolerate her!"
Her voice grew increasingly agitated, eventually turning into a question.
Xiao Can avoided Xiao Piao's eyes, and after a long while, he said, "A Piao, if Father does not get rid of Jinzhi, Father, you, me, and everyone connected with Father will die."
Xiao Piao looked at Xiao Can, her voice tinged with grievance and helplessness.
"Just to prevent something from happening yet, you want her to die?"
Brother, have you forgotten? When we left the capital, you said that you would become a powerful person and protect everyone.
You said you'd marry Sister Jinzhi someday! How come everything's changed now?
You all want her dead.
Now, they still want me to join Chidori Tsukasa.
My father thought I didn't understand anything; he just wanted me to take over my older sister's power.
Chidori-sensei was established by my elder sister herself, and I will not become an obstacle to her!
Xiao Can said with a hint of helplessness:
"Ah Piao! Can you really bear to watch your father die?"
Father may have let the Qin family down, but he didn't let us down!
He has planned so much for us. Over the years, Father has even forbidden the Crown Prince from having another child for our sake!
Even though we had a deep bond with Qin Jinzhi when we were young, we've all grown up now.
You've seen how powerful Jinzhi's influence is now throughout the court. If Jinzhi were to discover what Father did back then, do you think Father would still be alive?
Xiao Piao turned her face away and murmured, "This capital city is too terrifying. It eats away people's conscience. I want to go back to Lingnan."
Xiao Can sighed as he looked at Xiao Piao. "A Piao, Father's birthday is coming soon. Grandfather and Grandmother will announce our identities then. Just stay here for a few days. Think carefully about what your brother said."
After saying that, he got up and left Xiao Piao's room.
Xiao Piao looked up at the clouds in the sky.
Just like the kite that Qin Jinzhi took her to fly when she was a child.
When the wind blows, the clouds disperse and can never be restored to their original state.
Qin Jinzhi has been busy with the repairs of the Inspection Department these past few days.
At the same time, the Empress's booklet was also delivered to her.
Inside are the Empress's subordinates, whom Qin Jinzhi can choose freely.
Qin Jinzhi walked to the room where Mr. Qu worked and knocked on the door.
"Enter!"
Qin Jinzhi pushed open the door and went in, where she saw Old Qu standing in the middle of the room with a ruddy complexion.
The copyist's hands moved swiftly.
The sorting officer flipped through the record book with a rustling sound.
Upon seeing Qin Jinzhi, Qu Kangde immediately approached and bowed, saying, "This old man greets the Inspector."
Qin Jinzhi held his hand and said, "Elder Qu, please take care of your health. The guards said that you have been working non-stop these days. Health is the most important thing. If you collapse from exhaustion, I will lose a great help."
Qu Kangde quickly replied, "This old minister is ashamed. Thank you for your concern, Inspector. Did you come today with important matters to discuss?"
Qin Jinzhi said, "There is indeed something I need Elder Qu's help with today."
"Inspector, please speak."
Qin Jinzhi reached out towards the door, "Mr. Qu, would you like to speak with me in private?"
Qu Kangde nodded slightly, turned around and said to the group, "All the files of the people I just mentioned must be found and copied down."
"yes!"
Qin Jinzhi lifted her foot and walked outside. She usually walked very fast, but today she slowed down.
Qu Kangde, standing behind Qin Jinzhi, watched her deliberately slow down her pace and said with a smile, "The Inspector is kind-hearted and considerate of this old man. I am extremely grateful."
Qin Jinzhi smiled and said, "Mr. Qu, you are too kind. You have been with my grandfather for many years and made great contributions. At your age, when you are enjoying your grandchildren, you are still willing to help me. I am extremely grateful."
The two arrived at the main hall, where Feiyan placed a cup of freshly brewed tea in front of Qu Kangde.
"Lord Qu, this is a ginseng tea prepared by the Imperial Medical Academy's Director Liu. It's good for replenishing qi. Please have some."
After saying that, he walked to Qin Jinzhi's side.
Qu Kangde bowed to Qin Jinzhi with some emotion, "Thank you, Princess."
Qin Jinzhi waved her hand, "Mr. Qu, please have a seat."
After Qu Lao rested for a while, Qin Jinzhi spoke up: "With the establishment of this Inspection Bureau, officials from various departments will be transferred here. My grandfather and grandmother will also send some people. However, the officials in the court are complicated, and the forces behind them are intertwined. You should understand that Qu Lao has great ambitions. It is easy to establish my Inspection Bureau, but it is quite difficult to do anything. Otherwise, my grandfather would not have sent you to the Inspection Bureau before it was even fully repaired."
Qu Kangde nodded. "I understand what the princess means. What does the princess need me to do?"
Qin Jinzhi put down her teacup. "I need a list of usable officials. I need Mr. Qu to write a detailed booklet about their backgrounds, the forces behind them, and who they are associated with."
Qu Kangde stood up after hearing this, "Your Highness, the matter of the official's identity and background is simple, but whether it can be used is something I cannot guarantee."
Qin Jinzhi nodded, "It's alright, then we'll expand the list of personnel. You just need to give me the list, and I'll take care of the rest."
Qu Kangde bowed and said, "This old minister obeys."
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