Murong Jing guessed that this tea wasn't something to be drunk for free. To be honest, he didn't want to get involved in the mess of the sixth son of the Dong family, and he also wanted to advise Hong Xiaoduo not to get involved in this trouble.
However, judging from the tone of their conversation and expressions after Hong Xiaoduo and that boy met, it is certain that their friendship is truly extraordinary.
He, the young master of the capital who was always envied by others, had just envied a spoiled brat.
Even if you know that this person works as a clerk in the county government office in Mopan Town, it's not because he has any real skills, but because his father is Prime Minister Dong.
Hong Xiaoduo followed Murong Jing into the teahouse closest to the Ministry of Justice, where they were immediately led to a private room.
"Please feel free to order whatever tea Your Highness prefers," Hong Xiaoduo said generously after they sat down.
"Forget it, you still have six children to raise. Besides, in the capital, I'm the host and you're the guest. How can I let you spend money?" Mu Rongjing said with a smile, then ordered tea from the waiter next to him and asked him to bring up the best pastries and dried fruits.
Hong Xiaoduo didn't insist on treating everyone: "Now that I have some money, don't you feel that I'm much more confident than before?"
I even managed to steal a thousand taels of gold from your Emperor yesterday, so what's a pot of good tea to me?
"It seems you've figured out what to do. Tell me, what do you need me to do?" Murong Jing asked with a smile.
"Ahem, well, I'm not very familiar with the procedures for handling such important cases in the yamen. Since someone has died, there should be a coroner to examine the body, right? Could you help me find out the results of the autopsy?"
Also, Your Highness, could you think of a way to let me participate in the trial? No matter how many departments conduct the trial, they all want to solve the case as soon as possible, right?
"Oh, by participating in the trial, I don't mean being the presiding judge. I just mean being able to help with the identification of certain evidence. You know, I have a secret technique for identifying blood relatives, which can be used in this case." Hong Xiaoduo didn't beat around the bush or waste time, and stated her meaning directly.
Upon hearing this, Mu Rongjing realized what she was planning to do. It seemed that she was determined to get involved in the matter of the sixth son of the Dong family.
"If it's difficult for you, Your Highness, it's alright. I'll think of another way," Hong Xiaoduo said quickly when she saw that he didn't respond immediately.
Hearing this, Mu Rongjing raised an eyebrow: "Find another way, do you mean go to Lord Wei?" Besides himself, the only other option is Minister Wei!
Hong Xiaoduo smiled and shook her head, saying, "Your Highness has more connections than Uncle Wei. If you can't handle things properly, then it's useless to seek him out. Otherwise, why did I return overnight and come to you instead of him?"
Mu Rongjing said, somewhat amused and exasperated, "You're really quite honest." So that's why she asked him for help instead of Wei Junpei!
Hong Xiaoduo smiled generously. At this moment, the waiter brought in tea, as well as exquisite snacks, dried fruits, and fresh fruits, which quickly filled the tea table.
After the waiter left, Mu Rongjing immediately asked, "Then tell me, if I can't help you with the next matter, who are you going to ask? I really underestimated you. You said you've never been to the capital and don't plan to set foot there, but you know quite a few people and have quite a wide network of connections."
"If I said I was going to seek out the one on the dragon throne, would you believe me?" Hong Xiaoduo said, while observing the reaction of the person in front of her.
Mu Rongjing had just poured tea for Hong Xiaoduo and was pouring tea for himself when he heard this and looked at her, wanting to make sure she wasn't joking.
"Haha, it seems the young master doesn't believe it, but I'm not joking. As long as he nods and speaks, the people from the Ministry of Justice naturally won't dare to refuse. Young master, it's full, it's full." After saying that, Hong Xiaoduo quickly pointed to the teacup overflowing with tea and reminded him.
Upon seeing this, Mu Rongjing quickly leveled the teapot in his hand and hurriedly grabbed a tea towel to wipe the tea on the table.
As he was wiping, he suddenly stopped, looked up at her as if remembering something, and asked, "Did he ask you for help?"
Thinking of what had happened in the palace, Murong Jing immediately realized what was going on.
Mu Rongjing only spoke of him, but Hong Xiaoduo knew who he was referring to, so she nodded.
"You're really bold. Even if you help him, don't expect him to appreciate it. In his eyes, all the land under heaven belongs to the king, and no matter how powerful you are, you are still his subject."
"I'm already being kind by not killing you to silence you after it was all done, and you actually want him to help you?" Mu Rongjing was truly impressed by the person in front of him; he really dared to think and act.
“Your Highness, it’s not appropriate for you to say that. You’re working for him, yet you speak of him like that. Be careful he doesn’t find out and punish you. As for him wanting to kill you to silence you? He can think that way, but he’d better not actually do it,” Hong Xiaoduo said nonchalantly.
It's not that she's arrogant, ignorant, or fearless; she just knows that if others don't mess with her, everyone will be fine.
However, if someone really goes against her and wants her dead, sorry, she's not a coward who will be slaughtered. She doesn't mind helping the people of this country change their ruler.
Hearing her outrageous words, Mu Rongjing's temples twitched, and he subconsciously felt that he should change the subject.
He never expected that he, who could be considered the emperor's right-hand man, would discuss such sensitive and disrespectful content with someone in a teahouse.
“Even if you want that person to help you, you still need me to pass on the message. Naturally, I am the most suitable person to pass on the message; Lord Wei is not suitable,” Mu Rongjing reminded him.
Unexpectedly, the person opposite immediately waved his hand and said, "No need to pass on the message, I'll tell him myself." After saying that, he picked up his teacup and smelled the aroma of the tea.
Mu Rongjing was taken aback: "You don't mean you're planning to trespass into the palace, do you?"
"It's not really considered breaking in. At most, it's just sneaking in unnoticed. Breaking in would make too much noise and be too exaggerated," Hong Xiaoduo corrected.
You know that's too exaggerated? Mu Rongjing really didn't know what to say.
"It's not that I think you're incapable, but the palace is different from other places. It's guarded by imperial guards both inside and out, and there are also highly skilled imperial guards lurking in the shadows. If you want to sneak in to see that person without anyone noticing, it's very difficult and risky." Seeing that she wasn't joking, Mu Rongjing quickly reminded her seriously.
"Of course I know all that. I'm confident, don't worry." After saying that, Hong Xiaoduo imagined it for a moment and thought it must be quite exciting.
“If you go in like this and are discovered, you’ll be mistaken for an assassin and riddled with arrows,” Murong Jing said, pointing to the sword at her waist.
Hong Xiaoduo laughed and said, "Is that so? Then I won't bring my sword."
This is the first time in my life that Mu Rongjing has experienced what it means to have a huge headache!
He has only a handful of people with whom he has a good relationship, but they are all steady and reliable. This is the first time in his life he has met someone like her! Describing her as reckless is not quite right, yet he can't find a suitable word!
He rubbed his temples and said, "Even if you can successfully get in and see that person, and persuade him to let you participate in the trial of that Dong family kid's case, have you thought about what will happen after this? Whenever that person thinks that someone can easily enter the palace and get to him, what do you think he will think and do?"
"Hey, it's simple. Didn't I just tell you? If he dares to do that, I dare to... mmm..." Hong Xiaoduo looked at the person who suddenly stood up and covered her mouth.
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