News of the War King's defeat spread throughout Wucheng before dawn, and some veteran generals were unable to accept this reality.
The War King, from the moment he first stepped onto the battlefield until now, has accumulated countless merits in just a few short years. He possesses not only superb tactics but also a shrewd mind. Although he has an eccentric temperament, he is also the object of affection for many noble ladies. Now, he has not only returned defeated but has also become a useless cripple, causing countless noble ladies to weep at home.
"The War King has returned defeated, why didn't you tell me about such a big thing?" Qian Sheng scolded the steward angrily, pacing back and forth with his hands behind his back.
For so many years, he had been trying to figure out the Emperor's thoughts, and occasionally he would have the illusion that the Crown Prince was just the Crown Prince and might not necessarily be the one to inherit the throne. Now that the War King had become a useless person, his only bet was on the Crown Prince.
However, the Emperor has just deposed the Crown Prince's marriage to Youxue, so even if he wanted to help the Crown Prince and Muxue get together, the chances are extremely slim.
Whoosh!
He angrily swept the books off the table and sat down dejectedly.
"My lord, please don't be so angry. If His Majesty truly cares about the Prince of War, there will definitely be follow-up. Perhaps you should wait and make a decision later." Qianmo advised his anxious master. He knew his master's thoughts all too well, but there was no emperor in the world who could be easily understood by his subjects.
Qian Sheng found the steward's words laughable. Everyone knows that the imperial family is the most ruthless and indifferent. Which emperor would care about a good-for-nothing? He felt that this was completely impossible.
His fingers tapped on the table as he pointed at Qianmo and ordered, "Go, go, go! Send more people into the palace to gather information. Once the War King is defeated, Wucheng will definitely be in chaos. Tell the young ladies in the family to stay home and not go out unnecessarily."
"Don't worry, sir, I've already sent over a dozen men to inquire." Qianmo was always thorough in his work, and he had dispatched his men as soon as he heard the news. Seeing that his master's expression had softened slightly, he tentatively asked, "Sir, Concubine Liu sent me yesterday to ask you about Fourth Miss..."
Qian Sheng had almost forgotten about this incident; Qian Yingxue's mistake was no small matter. However, he wasn't stupid and guessed that it must be related to the Crown Prince. Yingxue had only given that order to appease her mother's anger by doing things for the Crown Prince. Now that some time had passed, it was time to release Yingxue.
but……
Remembering his mother's words, he hesitated for a moment, then shook his head helplessly and said, "Go tell Aunt Liu that Yingxue's mistake this time was too big, and it's more appropriate for her to continue reflecting on her actions. However, she can't lack food and clothing; send her everything she needs."
"This servant understands." Qianmo acknowledged the order and left the study.
In the courtyard outside the study, Aunt Liu had been waiting for a long time. When she saw the steward come out, she strode up to greet him and asked, "What did the master say?"
Qianmo repeated what the master had said. Aunt Liu's face turned extremely ugly after hearing it. She guessed that the master's decision was probably related to the old man, and she was very unhappy.
Seeing Aunt Liu's displeasure, Qianmo could only gently persuade her, "We just received news this morning that the War King was defeated and seriously injured. He probably won't even be able to stand up. There will probably be some unrest in Wucheng for a while. Miss Yingxue always likes to go out, so not being able to come out might not be a bad thing."
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