Chapter 226 Ask Your Good Son-in-law
If Lu Youping knew what He Yu thought of him, he would probably complain to him endlessly.
He doesn't even take a look at his own character, yet he still has the nerve to say that he is timid and flattering. He is the Marquis of Wu'an, but he is like a coward.
However, facing He Yu's question, Lu Youping just said: "Don't say you are surprised, I am also wondering, I met you by chance on the road, and the Eighth Prince saw that I was in a hurry and asked me, I just said that something happened in the mansion and urgently needed the help of Jingzhao Yin, and the prince immediately agreed to accompany me to He Mansion to find you."
Also because of the Eighth Prince's "enthusiasm and initiative", Lu Youping had to tell the truth, and he felt so sad that he could not even cry.
It was already embarrassing enough to have the Jingzhao Yin come to search the house, and now even the Eighth Prince knew that his daughter had been kidnapped. Although they were victims, Lu Mingzhu's reputation was affected to some extent. If this matter spread throughout the city, it would affect the reputation of other daughters.
"That's it?" He Yu looked at Lu Youping in disbelief, his eyes silently accusing him of not telling the truth.
This is what you want to ask. If you still don’t believe me after I tell you, then don’t ask.
Lu Youping felt very aggrieved, but the other party was Marquis Wu'an and held the official position of Jingzhao Yin, so he could not afford to offend him.
"I dare not lie to you, sir. It is true." Lu Youping said in a flattering tone, "My daughter's affairs should not be spread. I hope you will ask me to keep it a secret. I will be very grateful."
He Yu nodded readily: "Don't worry, Lord Lu, I understand."
The Eighth Prince looked like he was going to make the decision for Lu Youping, so how could he dare to gossip about the Lu family? Before he figured out the relationship between Lu Youping and the Eighth Prince, he should not offend Lu Youping easily.
Soon, the carriage stopped in front of the Xiao Mansion.
Xiao Muheng's new mansion is very grand. There are two big red lanterns hanging high at the door, and the gold-plated words "Xiao Mansion" are written in a flamboyant style. It is said that it was written by Prime Minister Liu himself.
There were not many officials from the Jingzhao government office, only six. He Yu gave some instructions to a few of them, and then asked the runners to go forward and knock on the door.
Because the new mansion is nearing completion, a group of servants have been arranged to move in.
After waiting for a while, the side door was finally opened. Who would open the main door so late at night?
A servant poked his head out and saw a group of people in yamen uniforms standing at the door. His eyes widened with fear: "Gentlemen... Gentlemen, what can I do for you?"
He Yu walked to the front and said expressionlessly: "I am the Marquis of Wu'an, and I am here to search the mansion on behalf of Minister Lu."
The servant's expression changed slightly, and he said anxiously, "My Lord, there must be a reason for this search, right?"
They came to search for no apparent reason. The Xiao family is now a well-known family.
"You don't have to worry about so much. Once I find out, I will naturally ask your young master to record his statement." He Yu said.
The servant looked conflicted.
He Yu's face darkened: "What? Are you going to stop me from doing my job? If things are delayed, will you be responsible?" He was afraid of Xiao Muheng because he was a sure thing to be the son-in-law of the Prime Minister's Mansion, and he didn't want to get involved in this mess and make Prime Minister Liu hate him.
His daughter was about to marry into the Xiao family. If a scandal of Xiao Muheng kidnapping the minister's daughter were to be exposed at this time, wouldn't it be like further trampling on the Liu family's already embarrassed face?
Can Liu Xiang forgive him?
But since the Eighth Prince had given the order, he dared not disobey.
He Yu felt that he was already wronged enough. Did he still have to consider a servant at this time?
That's definitely not possible.
He waved his hand at the yamen runners behind him and said, "Go in and search. Anyone who obstructs me will be arrested and locked up in jail."
Although the jail cells of Jingzhao Prefecture were not as scary as those of the Ministry of Justice and the Dali Temple, servants who went there, especially those who had offended someone, would not come out without being severely punished.
The servant stepped aside in fear and could only watch as a group of people entered the Xiao Mansion.
Many of the houses in the front yard were lit up, and those who didn't know would think that someone was already living in the house.
The quiet mansion suddenly became noisy. Soon, Xiao Muheng strode over here, followed by Liu Xiang.
When He Yu saw Liu Xiang, his face suddenly changed in shock, and his legs began to tremble weakly.
Why is Liu Xiang here?
Isn't it true that no one has officially moved into the Xiao Mansion yet?
Lu Youping swallowed secretly and subconsciously took a few steps towards Chu Jinyan, as if standing next to him would give him more confidence.
He puffed out his chest and raised his chin slightly, and he looked quite imposing.
The Lu family and the Liu family have already become enemies. Even if he lies on the ground and licks Prime Minister Liu's shoes, Prime Minister Liu will not forgive him. Instead, he will step on his face and humiliate him severely.
In this case, he might as well have some backbone. As long as he does not commit rebellion, Prime Minister Liu cannot punish him.
"What happened?" Xiao Muheng asked, looking at the group of people in the yard. When he saw Lu Youping behind them, his handsome face suddenly became cold: "Lord Lu, isn't it too much for you to bring these people to my house to cause trouble in the middle of the night?"
As soon as Xiao Muheng finished speaking, Prime Minister Liu strode past him and walked in front of Chu Jinyan, bowing and saluting: "I pay my respects to His Highness the Eighth Prince. May His Highness be well and safe."
Xiao Muheng looked at Chu Jinyan in astonishment.
The man was dressed in a black brocade robe. He had a tall and slender figure and a handsome face. His eyes were like cold pools under his brows. He looked intimidating without even being angry. His thin lips were lightly pursed into a line, which was intimidating.
Xiao Muheng has seen him.
At the banquet at the Qin Mansion in Yangning City, he was treated as an honored guest by Governor Qin. Everyone was guessing about his identity. They only knew that he was from an important background, but no one expected that he was actually a prince.
He is the eighth prince who is deeply favored by the emperor.
Chu Jinyan glanced at Prime Minister Liu with a half-smile, and said in a cold voice, "Prime Minister is really in a good mood. He is here in the middle of the night instead of staying at the Prime Minister's residence."
Prime Minister Liu thought to himself, why are you not at home late at night and coming here?
However, he said respectfully, "My daughter's wedding day will come soon. Mu Heng was afraid that my daughter would be wronged, so he specially asked me to come and take a look to see if there are any changes that need to be made in this mansion. I have many things to do during the day, so I made an appointment in the evening. I don't know if I failed to welcome you in person."
As he said this, he gestured to Xiao Muheng.
Xiao Muheng hurriedly bowed to Chu Jinyan and said, "Student greets the Eighth Prince."
Chu Jinyan glanced at Xiao Muheng with a frosty face, but just this slight glance made Xiao Muheng feel a sudden chill in his heart, as if he was in an ice cellar, which made him tremble.
Prime Minister Liu asked again, "I wonder why Your Highness came here so late?"
Chu Jinyan sneered: "You'll have to ask your good son-in-law about that."
Upon hearing this, Liu Xiang looked towards Xiao Muheng, frowning, "Muheng, what did you do?"
"Father-in-law, I don't know." Xiao Muheng shook his head.
He guessed why Lu Youping came, but how could he know how he had offended the Eighth Prince?
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