The emperor finally understood the reason
Three years ago, the real Gong Huaijin came to the imperial city to take the imperial examination, but was assassinated and impersonated by people from the previous dynasty. He entered the Hanlin Academy as an editor, and even found a way to keep Minister Wang's son away, just to have more opportunities to enter the palace with Minister Wang.
Because he was good at telling stories, was young, had a gentle and handsome appearance, and was also an expert in calligraphy and painting, he was introduced to the noble concubine to paint for her.
One of them was deliberately flirting with the other, and it didn't take long for them to fall in love and become a couple. From then on, things got out of control. He got a lot of information from Concubine Gui, and also used Zhuang's status and ability to help him deal with some people.
Anyone who stands in the way of their great cause will be brought down.
Because he looked similar to the real Gong Huaijin, Minister Wang had never realized that he was a fake. The Gong family hadn't come to the capital in the past few years, and he hadn't returned to the Gong family either, so no one noticed the replacement.
Some time ago, when Rong Yang was in trouble, people were organized to rescue him. However, Bai Zhiyue discovered evidence of his collusion with the previous dynasty to rebel, and eventually wiped out his family. They also lost a stronghold and the manpower they had raised for many years.
So he also hated the Bai family. This time when the Cui family took action, he used their force to get rid of Bai Zhiyue, but she resolved the situation.
He even mentioned her during his secret meeting with Zhuang, trying to attract her attention and take action against her.
After the emperor investigated the matter, he didn't hold the Gong family and Minister Wang accountable, as they were genuinely unaware. He then eliminated the chief eunuch and several palace servants who had helped the fake Gong Huaijin, whose real name was Ji Zirun, to gain the attention of the noble concubine, and then released the two families.
But Ji Zirun wants to use it again
A notice was posted throughout the city, announcing that he was a descendant of the previous royal family, had been arrested for treason, and would be beheaded in public ten days. The news then spread, hoping that no one would come to rescue him.
Qin Minghao sent his shadow guard to inform Bai Zhiyue of these things, fearing that there would be other hidden people who would attack her and her son, so he asked her to be prepared.
"So, have I stabbed someone from the previous dynasty again? Someone from the royal family? He made such a huge sacrifice, selling himself to an old woman for the sake of a great cause, and in the end, he was... Isn't this a disgrace to his bloodline?"
The corner of Shadow Guard's mouth moved slightly.
"Madam, you should be worried about whether their people will seek revenge on you!"
"Why are you seeking revenge on me? Did you leak the information that I provided?"
"No, but he was going to seek revenge on you anyway. This time, he was arrested and interrogated and found two secret military bases. The Emperor has already sent people to eliminate them. They will definitely take revenge. The Emperor has Shadow Guards and Feather Guards, but you are the easiest place to attack."
"Wouldn't it be better if we came here to capture more of their people?"
"The Emperor asked if we should send a team of shadow guards for secret protection?"
"No need. You should just protect the Emperor. I dare not take up the Emperor's manpower. If I really send someone, everyone will doubt whether my son is his. Those people are already wondering why the Emperor treats me differently than usual. I can't bear it."
The shadow guard had a blank expression on his face, but he was furious inside. Bai really dared to say anything.
"Then I hope the King of Hell can protect Madam Bo."
Hey, this shadow guard has a poisonous mouth.
"I've accomplished something great, and even put myself in such great danger, and yet the Emperor doesn't have an explanation?"
"The Emperor has all been remembered. He will reward you when there is a chance."
"Remember, it's better to settle the accounts promptly. It shouldn't be difficult for the emperor to find a title. It's better to raise the rank. If the rank wasn't so low at this banquet, not so many people would dare to trouble me."
After the shadow guard left, Doudou was also worried.
"Mother, they will definitely come for revenge. After all, the one they lost this time was a son of the royal family, not to mention the two training grounds. This is not something that can be achieved with just a little money."
"I know that the reason why you rejected the people sent by the emperor is that you want to seek wealth and honor in danger."
"Are you trying to earn credit?"
"Yes, we don't have any other abilities. It's unrealistic to expect to quickly improve our rank by relying solely on private information. If they really send people to retaliate this time, we can capture a few more people and gain credit.
Don't worry, my body is almost ready now. Ordinary drugs and poisons are useless to me. I have so many weapons, so I'm not afraid of any of them. But for the time being, you have to sleep in the space at night."
"Okay, I'll listen to Mom. Staying out there will only be a burden to you. Be careful. If you can't win, don't try to hold on."
"I understand. What we're doing is to make our lives better, not to risk our lives. Besides, we have Congcong and the others. Let them take turns on duty with the guards and report any situation immediately. We will definitely make sure they never come back."
"Yes, Congcong is still very useful. Mom, why don't we raise some dogs or cats? Besides getting information, they can also provide us with security."
"I've thought about this before, but their lifespans are limited. Communicating with them every day makes us feel like family. If they reach their end of life, it would be like saying goodbye to a loved one, and it would always be hard to bear. So I don't plan to keep them, lest I have to send them off one by one in the future. There won't be anything else to control in this mansion if they're gone."
"That's right, mother has thought it through thoroughly. It's just as you said."
The other party did not take any action for several days, and Congcong was tired, while the others stood there and took a nap at any time.
In the morning, Congcong couldn't even fly and lay on the stone table.
"I need artificial respiration. I'm dying."
Just as Bai Zhiyue was about to press her hand on its fat belly, Congcong immediately climbed up.
"Okay, I'm alive again. You really don't care about me at all. If you put your hand on me, I would really be dead.
"Yueyue, aren't you being too cautious? They are rebels now, so they shouldn't be so bold as to come and kill people and burn things."
"If my enemies kill my people, destroy my power, and steal my property, I will definitely take revenge. I must be looking for an opportunity even if I haven't come yet."
"But not sleeping at night makes me sad. I can't hold on. I'm a night owl, not a night owl. Look at my stomach, it's so thin from exhaustion!"
As he spoke, he sucked in his stomach hard.
"Do you want me to help you tighten your stomach?"
Although they were asked to help keep watch at night, various grains, fine meat, chopped nuts, and snacks were prepared every day to ensure their nutritional supply.
Congcong eats too much. Look, his belly has gotten bigger. We have to wait until spring when there will be enough food in the wild. We must not provide him with this food anymore. Let him find food by himself. What if he gets fat, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol?
"I'm sorry, you're really not suitable for night watch. Let the three rat brothers and sisters come first, and you can have a good rest!"
It's okay if it happens once in a while, but it's really not possible to keep watch all night long, it's really difficult for them.
"No need to apologize, we are willing to help you."
"I understand. Go and get some rest."
"Mom, are they deliberately hanging us?"
"Yes, they are using the strategy of wearing out the enemy. They are targeting the emperor's men. We are just incidental."
"So will they come or not?"
"Yes, wait a little longer, it's almost done."
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