Shengpingle

Chapter 194 The truth of the year ([-])

Shi Jingqian thought about it, quickly packed the meat and did not call anyone. He poured oil around the main courtyard, lit it on fire, carried the meat on his back into the secret passage, and fled for his life.

Not long after he entered the secret path, raging fires burst into the sky.

The guards of Prince Fuguang's Mansion, who originally said they were going to leave, appeared in front of the secret passage he left, turned the mechanism like him, and got in.

The military adviser had instructed not to intervene too much, lest the barking emperor would notice the traces.

Now Shi Jingqian has his own way to escape from the city, just right!

It is much easier and more convenient to catch him outside the city than inside the city!
Many of Shi Jingqian's guards were killed by Huo Yanzhi's men, and the rest were completely killed by the imperial palace's secret guards, leaving only a few servant women in Shi's mansion.

When the flames of the main courtyard burst into the sky, they tried their best to put out the fire at first, but after realizing that they couldn't put it out at all, fearing that Shi Jingqian would punish them later, they simply rolled up Xirou and fled the house.

When the yamen servants of Jingzhao Yin's Mansion came to the door, they saw the rapidly spreading fire and the wide open door of Shi Mansion.

After learning that the Shi mansion was on fire, Zheng Hedi thought it was the secret guards sent to kill Shi Jingqian at first, so as to destroy the corpse and wipe out the traces.

I didn't want to, but it was too late to wait for the hidden guard to return, and then I realized something was wrong, so I hurriedly sent someone to investigate.

Since the servants of Jingzhao Yin's Mansion went in time, and the vicinity of Shi's Mansion is full of dignitaries' homes, the fire in Shi's Mansion did not spread to other families.

However, Zhishi Mansion was burnt to ruins, especially the main courtyard where the fire started.

Zheng Hedi's people went there and only found a few charred corpses. They couldn't tell who was who. They could only tell that they all died before the fire.

Therefore, someone must have survived and set fire to extinguish the traces after surviving.

His hidden guards didn't come back, so it's self-evident who survived!

Zheng Hedi was so angry that his head ached again, trash!

It's all trash!

Four of the most elite royal secret guards went to kill an old man, but they still missed!

It has been such a long time now, Shi Jingqian is as cunning as a fox, he must have escaped from the city long ago, and it will be difficult to kill him again!

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Regardless of where Shi Jingqian fled and what the truth is, the government's explanation to the outside world is that Shi Jingqian committed suicide in fear of crime.

Jing Zhaoyin's house counted Shi Jingqian's property in the capital and decided to pay Yu Feng.

The famous and powerful Shi Jingqian came to an end in the capital, becoming a hot topic among storytellers in the capital, and also a topic of conversation for countless people after dinner.

Shi Jingqian has a good name, and there are not many properties in the capital. The most valuable thing is the teahouse that was convenient for him to do evil. Half of it was burned down, but the land was still valuable.

After Yu Feng got the teahouse, he sold everything else, renovated the teahouse and turned it into a tavern.

Hua Pingle gave him a few wine recipes, and the wine brewed according to the recipes is almost comparable to the wine in Xinghua Village, but the selling price is much lower.

Jiu Fangfeng sent him an excellent storyteller, and sent him a few younger brothers who, although they didn't know what they were capable of, were sure to be very capable as waiters.

There is also the gimmick of Shi Jingqian privately meeting his apprentice's daughter-in-law here. The business is very booming, and it has gradually become one of the favorite taverns for the middle and lower class people in the capital.

Yu Feng gradually established his foothold in the capital, and managed the tavern with peace of mind.

He knew that the storyteller and waiter brother sent by the Jiufang Army Division were not just storytellers and waiters, but what did that matter?
The prince and the military adviser are his benefactors, let alone sending a few people to the tavern, even if he wants to kill him, he will never frown!
With the help of Yu Feng and Yu Feng's tavern, Hua Pingle and Jiu Fangfeng's intelligence network all over the capital became more and more tight and solid.

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On the second day after Shi Jingqian's death, an imperial decree was sent to Cheng's mansion, who had been packing his luggage since Qian Lingyue's wedding.

Emperor Zhenghe personally ordered Cheng Shangshu to return to the Ministry of Punishment and continue to hold the post of Shangshu of the Ministry of Punishment.

Cheng Shangshu, "..."

No, although his legs are already healed, he obediently sits in a wheelchair every time he sees people or goes out!
Why did the emperor think of him again?

The reason why Zheng Hedi would think of him is simple.

Although Shi Jingqian was at fault for Shi Jingqian's matter, he, the emperor who promoted Shi Jingqian with all his strength, also gained a notoriety of "unknown people".

In order to restore the reputation of "Mingjun", in order to suppress Shi Jingqian, the best way is to quickly appoint a new minister of punishment.

For a while, when he found a suitable candidate, he simply reactivated Cheng Shangshu.

Zuo Chengshangshu has been the Minister of the Ministry of Justice for so many years, and he has a good reputation and is quite popular among the people, and he can be regarded as obedient. It is better to use the familiar than the familiar, especially at such a time.

Cheng Shangshu complained about the old wives and mothers-in-law, who had to bring everything.

He also scolded Cheng Xiuyuan for bringing back a milk doll. There were more things to do, which slowed down his schedule.

But no matter how much he scolded, the imperial decree had already been issued, and he had no choice but to go to the Ministry of Punishment to take up his post with a forced face and a smile.

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In a few days, Hua Pingle's birthday will arrive.

Because it was a small birthday, Princess Ninghe didn't plan to make a big deal, so she told Aunt Hua to organize a banquet, and invited Hua Pingle's friends and children to come and have fun for a day, that's all.

Speaking of this, Princess Ninghe couldn't help wiping away another handful of bitter tears.

On other girls' birthdays, they always invite their boudoirs to hand over handkerchiefs to the family reunion, but it happens that in my own family, the good friends are all young men!
Although it is true that her old man prefers to look at handsome young men, but——

When Princess Ninghe thought of this, she suddenly grabbed her thoughts, there was nothing to worry about, the emperor didn't care, what did she care about?
Her old man was so happy to have a group of handsome teenagers dangling in front of her eyes all day long, which was seductive and comfortable!
Princess Ninghe felt relieved, she didn't want Aunt Hua anymore, and went to watch the banquet in person with great interest.

Well, a group of handsome young men are going to come to the door, of course we must prepare the best food, so as to make them come more times.

There is also the future grandson-in-law, who was a little taken aback, but he is definitely the most handsome among them, and he can come every day!
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On the day of Hua Pingle's birthday, the boys and girls who had been friends with her arrived as scheduled, and even Shen Qi was dragged here by Cheng Xiuyuan.

Although it was just a small banquet, Princess Ninghe arranged it very properly. The food, drink, and entertainment were definitely the best in the entire Great Xiao, and everyone had a great time.

At the noon banquet, everyone more or less drank some wine.

During the banquet, a young man took advantage of the alcohol and said, "It's a pity that it's too cold now, otherwise, after drinking, we can go horse racing outside the city together, and have fun in Luohua Mountain for a few days, wouldn't it be wonderful?"

Hua Ping Leben was interested, and when he heard him mention it, he slapped his chopsticks, "A man is not afraid of death, why be afraid of the cold? Let's go now!"

After Hua Pingle finished speaking, he rushed out holding his skirt, Huo Yanzhi immediately put down his chopsticks, and followed closely behind.

Most of the young people were lively and good-natured, so there was no one who was not excited when they saw this, they all patted down their chopsticks in a similar manner, and chased Hua Pingle out the door.

Cheng Xiuyuan stared dumbfounded at the flower hall, which was half empty in an instant, and a chopstick caught celery in the middle of the air, neither putting it down nor eating it into his mouth.

Shen Qi, who was working hard, raised her head in a daze, and murmured, "The one who spoke just now was Miss Hua Er? Does she think she is a man?"

Cheng Xiuyuan, "..."

Su Li slowly wiped the corners of his mouth, "Let's follow, so as not to be scolded by Miss Hua for not being a real man."

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As soon as Hua Pingle left Washington, he saw a young man wrapped in a coarse cloth cloak and a veiled hat running over, but it was Zuo Qionglou.

Hua Pingle asked in surprise, "Brother? What are you doing dressed like this?"

Zuo Qionglou lifted the coarse cloth from the veiled hat with one hand, and stuffed a box into her hand with the other, "I'm here to congratulate you on your birthday.

It's just that Master doesn't allow me to leave the palace, let alone come to see you, so I can only do this."

Hua Pingle pouted, "How did I offend your master?"

Zuo Qionglou smiled wryly, "You still have the nerve to ask, last time you caused Master to lose face in Luohua Peak, and you even forced the servant to snatch my master's sacred objects, so you still offended Master?"

Hua Pingle continued to curl his lips, "Isn't he just a broken compass? He is a big man, and he is a celestial master, so his mind is too small, right?"

Zuo Qionglou could only smile wryly, "I will slowly persuade Master to change his mind, but you should not always blow your beard and stare when you see Master.

Master is just a bit cold-tempered, he is not a bad person."

Hua Pingle was too lazy to argue with him whether Zuo Tianshi was a good guy or a bad guy, so he changed the subject, "By the way, let me ask you, can your master really heal the prince's wound?"

Zuo Qionglou shook his head, "Master said it can be cured, so it should be curable.

Master doesn't let me take care of the affairs of the East Palace, and every time I go to the East Palace, he doesn't even allow me to follow him."

Zuo Qionglou didn't look like he was lying, and Hua Pingle suspected that Zuo Tianshi didn't allow Zuo Qionglou to follow him to prevent him from tipping her off.

Hearing what Zuo Qionglou said, she could only nod.

The twelfth lunar month is about to enter, and when it comes to the first month, there will be many opportunities to see Xiao Ming, so let's see when the time comes.

Hua Pingle invited Zuo Qionglou to go to Luohua Mountain to play together, but Zuo Qionglou didn't dare to stay for long, so he left in a hurry.

Hua Ping was happy to see that he couldn't be kept, so he no longer forced himself to go straight to Luohua Mountain with a group of teenagers and girls.

Although she hasn't been to Banshan Villa for some time, everything inside is well prepared, and there are also ready-made waiters, making daily life very convenient.

Everyone was of the same age and shared the same interests, and they kept making noise until midnight before falling asleep.

Su Li didn't sleep, and Hua Pingle and Huo Yanzhi also didn't sleep.

The mountain wind at night was so cold that Su Li was carried up to the top of Luohua Peak by Xi Xin.

There, Dang Gui was waiting with Shi Jingqian.

The last time Su Li saw Shi Jingqian was outside the Imperial Academy, and when he was on a business trip, he met Shi Jingqian who happened to be on a business trip as well.

At that time, Shi Jingqian was wearing a vermilion official uniform, a black gauze hat, and a long beautiful beard floating on his chest.

After just a few days, Shi Jingqian was almost out of shape, and the skin on his face drooped like old bean curd skin.

I don't know who shaved off his hair and beard, and wore a dusty Taoist robe. His face was blue and purple from the cold in the night wind on the top of the mountain, and he was shaking all over.

If Hua Pingle hadn't mentioned it, he wouldn't have recognized it at all!
Shi Jingqian has been tortured all the time these days, under all kinds of torture, life is worse than death.

He originally thought that Su Xianyu's people had arrested him, but he suddenly realized it when he saw Huo Yanzhi.

Subconsciously straightened his back, and snapped, "King Fuguang still remembers the hatred of his uncle's family? Thinking about revenge? This is rebellion!"

Hua Pingle sneered, "Master Shi still hasn't realized his current situation?"

Shi Jingqian reacted as soon as the words were out of his mouth, and he just replied stubbornly, "Miss Hua Er? The girl is the granddaughter of Princess Ninghe, who has been greatly favored by the emperor. How can she forget her ancestors and get mixed up with the rebels?"

Danggui kicked over, hum, "Be honest!"

Shi Jingqian had suffered enough from angelica these days, and immediately shrank back.

Danggui smiled triumphantly at Su Li, "Young master, look at it, you can't be polite to this kind of person! Those who bully the weak and fear the hard will deserve a beating!"

As he spoke, he kicked Shi Jingqian's knee, and Shi Jingqian fell to his knees with a thump.

Instinctively, he wanted to struggle to stand up, but under Dang Gui's smiling eyes, he knelt back obediently.

"Here, I have confessed to you these days. About the Huo family's past, please explain clearly to our lord and girl carefully!"

Shi Jingqian knew much more details than Shi Yun. He was even present when Huo Ying and Huo Jie's fathers were ordered by the Holy Order to go to the Jiufang Clan to snatch Su Xianyu back.

At that time, Su Xianyu's mother left the Jiufang clan because of picking medicine, Master Huo took advantage of the loophole, snatched Su Xianyu back, and killed Su Xianyu's mother to prevent future troubles.

In order to deceive others, Mr. Huo went back to Beijing first, while Shi Jingqian brought Su Xianyu into Beijing slowly.

He also claimed that Su Xianyu was his apprentice and took shelter in the Huo family as the son of an old friend of Mr. Huo.

Afterwards, under the order of the government and the emperor, he traveled around the Great Xiao, continued to deceive the world and steal his name, and built momentum for his return to Beijing to join the cabinet in the future.

Ordering Shi Yun to hide the dragon robe and jade seal in Huo's house was just an order he received when he returned to Beijing.

Xu was afraid of arousing the suspicion of the Huo family, afterward, Zheng Hedi never let him intervene in the Huo family's affairs, let alone Shi Yun.

As for Su Xianyu, he is very clear that apart from Su Xianyu knowing that he is the illegitimate son of Emperor Zhenghe, he is unaware of all the plots of Emperor Zhenghe against the Huo family.

In his words, "The emperor has always been careful and suspicious. According to the emperor's temperament, he will assign different tasks to different people for this kind of private matter.

Do not interfere with each other, and do not know each other, so as to ensure that the secret is kept, and it can also make people afraid of each other, so that they dare not betray each other easily.

My task is to use my reputation to give Su Wencai a good background, and hide the dragon robe and jade seal in the Huo Mansion.

As for Su Wencai, his mission is to bring Guan San Guan Si and our master and apprentice into the Huo family.

He is a little bit worse than us, at least we still know what the emperor wants to do, but he has no idea at all.

Su Wencai was still young when he first entered Huo's mansion, it was absolutely impossible for the emperor to tell him such a confidential matter.

Later, as he grew older, he was very close to the eldest son of the Huo family, and fell in love with the eldest daughter of the Huo family.

Young mind, who knows what he will value more?
Will he really abandon his best friend and beloved girl because of fame and fortune?

The emperor will not let him realize that he is planning to target the Huo family. Anyway, he does not know and does not affect the overall situation.

Moreover, the more innocent and ignorant he is, the more he can win the trust of the Huo family, and it will also make it easier for us to enter and leave the Huo mansion."

Su Li felt his heart beating back and forth when he heard this, and hurriedly asked, "Are you sure that Uncle really doesn't know?"

Shi Jingqian didn't know what he thought of, and smiled wretchedly, "Su Xiao Zhuangyuan, I don't know what you want to hear.

But the old man really can't stand the prince's powerful methods. To be honest, it's impossible to change his mouth at this time.

When the Huo family had an accident, I was still in Wuchang Mansion, so I had no idea that the emperor would choose that time to attack the Huo family.

But if something happened to the Huo family, Su Wencai and Shi Yun would have nothing to rely on, and no matter how far away I am, I still have to go back to Beijing."

(End of this chapter)