Chapter 24: Relief
Zhu Yuhuan didn't know what Zhang Fu and Liu Yongcheng were thinking, he just looked at the three people in front of him calmly.
Zhang Fu and Liu Yongcheng were still beating around the bush, but the youngest, Zhang Zhong, was the quickest to react. He quickly explained, "Dad and the King of Han were just military comrades in the past, so they have some casual interactions..."
Zhu Yuhuan raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at Zhang Fu beside him, obviously waiting for his response.
But she couldn't help feeling a little funny in her heart. The son of the Duke of England was quite "frank" and would say anything when he was anxious. Perhaps it was because Zhang Fu often confided in his son on weekdays.
Although Zhang Fu remained calm, his mind was in turmoil.
His son's words just now had implicitly acknowledged that the two families did have dealings, but he really couldn't figure out what the princess's sudden strange words meant.
Not long ago, the emperor praised the King of Han's memorial and rewarded him with great fanfare. At least on the surface, the relationship between the uncle and nephew is still good.
However, it is an indisputable fact that the Prince of Han had conspired with the Prince of Zhao to murder Emperor Taizong during the Yongle period, not to mention that he had repeatedly contradicted the late emperor who was still the crown prince at the time. Therefore, since the Prince of Han was enfeoffed in Le'an, Zhang Fu gradually kept his distance from him, and only paid him a visit during festivals.
Not to mention him, if you look closely, you'll find that many ministers in the court have connections with the King of Han. But Princess Shunde chose to say such things to him. Could it be that this was also the Emperor's intention?
How could these ministers dare to take sides casually? The King of Han is a royal relative, and even if something really happens, he can still save his life. How can the lives of his ministers be considered lives?
Seeing that they were silent, Zhu Yuhuan finally spoke up, "What's so hard to say? If it's there, it's there. If it's not there, it's not there."
Zhang Fu's mind was full of thoughts, but he finally agreed with her and said, "No, it's just some social interaction..."
"That's perfect." Zhu Yuhuan said with a smile, "To avoid getting into trouble, there are people watching over all the big and small things in the capital."
Zhang Fu and Liu Yongcheng looked at each other and understood almost immediately.
Your Majesty is planning to find an opportunity to settle accounts with the King of Han, and I'm afraid he won't even let go of those officials who had close contacts with the King of Han.
Liu Yongcheng was more nervous than Zhang Fu.
He himself was ordered to monitor the King of Han, and thought that this was also a sign of trust from His Majesty, but he almost forgot that His Majesty, who grew up with Emperor Taizong, was no less scheming than the emperors of previous generations.
Seeing that the two had understood, Zhu Yuhuan smiled and stood up, saying, "I was originally thinking of going to Master's house, but since Master is here, I just mentioned it casually."
Zhang Fu naturally understood that as a student, it was natural for Zhu Yuhuan to pass on the message to his teacher Liu Yongcheng, and he was benefiting from Liu Yongcheng's help today.
Thinking of this, he smiled and said, "Don't worry, Princess. I have already remembered your kindness in my heart."
Zhu Yuhuan walked out a few steps, then returned, picked up the snacks on the table, and said with a smile: "This snack is good. Duke Ying, don't mind if I take a few more."
Zhang Fu saw that she took away the plate as well, but he didn't care at all. Instead, he said cheerfully, "If you like it, Princess, come and try it next time."
Seeing this, Liu Yongcheng also stood up and said to Ying Guogong, "Brother, I'll go first."
Zhang Fu nodded slightly and watched the master and disciple leave together. He then slowly exhaled, but he had a vague premonition in his heart.
He had just caught a glimpse of Liu Yongcheng's expression from the corner of his eye. He was surprised and it didn't seem like he was faking it. It was obvious that he didn't know about these things. It was obvious that he was not deliberately colluding with Princess Shunde to deceive him.
If so, how did Princess Shunde know all this? Jinyiwei Commander Saihazhi was a strict person by nature. Even if he had a close relationship with Princess Shunde, he would never reveal such secrets so easily. The only possibility was that Princess Shunde had planted her own people around the emperor.
What kind of official was so bold as to leak information at will, and the person to whom he leaked the information was a princess.
Zhang Zhong saw his father's heavy expression and asked tentatively, "Did my son say something wrong just now?"
Zhang Fu shook his head and said, "It's okay."
Zhang Zhong looked outside and couldn't help asking, "This princess..."
Zhang Fu sighed and said, "Don't ask too much."
Although I can't be sure whether what the princess said is completely correct, it always helps to be more careful.
Elsewhere, the teacher and student left the Duke of Yingguo's residence together. Liu Yongcheng then asked, "Princess, do you still want to see the three Mr. Yangs?"
Zhu Yuhuan nodded and pointed to the box at the back of the carriage. "Yes," she said, "the three Mr. Yangs, Mr. Xia, and Mr. Jian. Grandma said they are old, and now is the time when they can be of use." Seeing the servants from the Duke of Ying's mansion approaching with horses, she asked, "Is the master going back home?"
Liu Yongcheng smiled and said, "Since I have met the princess today, I will go with her." He saw Huai'en standing aside, not saying a word, with a bit more composure than before, and he couldn't help but feel very satisfied.
Seeing this, Huai En bowed slightly as a gesture of greeting to his former benefactor.
Only Empress Dowager Zhang and Zhu Yuhuan knew that he had helped deliver the message, so naturally he could not have any open dealings with Liu Yongcheng.
By the time they finished their tour of the various mansions, it was already late. Zhu Yuhuan couldn't help but stretch and said, "I was thinking of going to the outer city to see the charity hall, but it seems I won't be able to make it today."
Seeing that there were no one around, Liu Yongcheng whispered, "Princess, please make sure someone keeps a close eye on the charity hall. If someone deliberately causes trouble, I'm afraid it will be hard to explain."
Zhu Yuhuan was startled, realizing that Liu Yongcheng was hinting that the Sun family might intervene. He smiled and said, "Master, don't worry about that. I've already found someone to help watch over you. If anything does happen, we'll see you in court."
After all, this charity hall was named by Zhu Zhanji himself. No matter how upset the Sun family is, they would not go to find fault with Zhu Zhanji. If the matter really goes to court, wouldn't it be a disgrace to the Sun family?
Moreover, she also asked someone to tell Shi Jing's group of teenagers that these kids all looked like chivalrous men with lofty ideals. They even dared to challenge her fifth uncle, who looked like a powerful person. Naturally, they would find a way to maintain order in the charity hall.
Liu Yongcheng was relieved to see her handling things so thoroughly, and he reminded her, "You must be careful and cautious in your actions in the palace. The other princesses don't have to worry, everything has been handled properly."
Zhu Yuhuan understood his hidden meaning, probably because he was afraid that she would worry about Wu Miaosu's identity. He smiled and said, "Master, I have kept all your instructions in mind."
Apart from anything else, she still has this trust.
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