After rebirth, I became Little Marquis’s Bai Yueguang

Chapter 12

After returning to the room, Grandma Cui saw no one around and couldn't help but asked: "Girl, is that really..." Yuan Miaoyi nodded, confirming what Grandma Cui had in mind.

Since she asked Aunt Cui to stay, she had no intention of hiding it from her.

Aunt Cui verified her suspicion and couldn't help but turned pale and said in shock: "Whoever eats a bear's heart and a leopard dares to chase this person, could it be him?"

Yuan Miaoyi waved her hand and interrupted what Grandma Cui was saying: "Mammy, where did you think you were?"

It's been raining for several days, so it's a bit cold today.Yuan Miaoyi picked up the fox fur hat she was wearing. There were too many things going on in the past few days. She had not slept a full night, so she always looked a little sleepy.

She brushed the pot of sword-heart orchid placed by the window with her hand: "I have a tough hand today, and I have long been determined to thoroughly investigate corruption in Jiangnan Road."

Not long after the founding of the Yan Dynasty, the late emperor was obsessed with Sun Guifei in his later years, and a fight for the throne broke out, causing turmoil in the world.But when he was young, he was still diligent in governing and benevolent in his administration.

After he ascended the throne, he eliminated Sun Dang and stabilized the government.Externally, the southwest and Youzhou lands were pacified.At this point, Dayan was already in its prime.

Just several consecutive years of fighting naturally led to an empty treasury.Not to mention that the six departments are living with tight belts, even the palace is continuously cutting expenses.

At the same time, extravagance became common in the south of the Yangtze River, and wealthy families squandered wealth that did not originally belong to them. Some wealthy families' ostentation was even greater than that of the palace.

If the emperor could still endure it, he would no longer be the iron-blooded emperor who chased Rouran from the north and conquered the tribes in the southwest and south of Nanping.

"So." Yuan Miaoyi leaned back on the couch and continued: "The people in Jiangnan know that Jinshang will definitely investigate Jiangnan Road thoroughly, and Jinshang also knows that they know that it is only a matter of time."

Aunt Cui was confused by this tongue twister for a while before she understood the meaning of Yuan Miaoyi's words. After all, even she had heard about Jiangnan Road.

She sighed and said, "Why bother? I heard that some families already have more money than they can use for food, clothing, and food for generations. Now that the court intends to conduct a thorough investigation, it is the right thing to stop in time."

Why bother?Of course it's because of greed.People's hearts are not as good as snakes swallowing elephants. Even though they know that after a thorough investigation by the court, there may be a disaster of confiscating the family and exterminating the clan, it is not as good as the white money lying in front of them.

Moreover, it was not like the late emperor had never thought of taking action against Jiangnan Road.However, the wealthy families in the south of the Yangtze River and the important officials of the imperial court colluded with each other. They tried the inspection three times but failed. Naturally, they were lucky this time.

Although he knew that there was a sword hanging above his head, who knew whether the sword would fall down or land on his head?
In fact, as early as a month ago, the Minister of Hubu suddenly wrote a letter begging for the remains to return home. After today's approval, when the left minister of Hubu was promoted to the position of Minister of Hubu, Yuan Miaoyi had some premonitions.

The former Minister of the Ministry of Finance has just passed the age of hearing, and is far from the age of retiring and returning to his hometown. However, Zuo Shilang happens to be the minister of humerus who has been single-handedly promoted today.

After reading Yuan Lingheng's family letter, Yuan Miaoyi was more sure of her thoughts.

Although today's methods are tough, he is not a person who only acts recklessly.When he was still in the East Palace, he understood the shortcomings of Jiangnan Road.

If an imperial envoy is only sent out openly, the result will be nothing more than the imperial envoy going down for a formality like the late emperor did.

So today we sent out two people, one on the bright side and the other on the dark side. Needless to say about the imperial envoys on the bright side.

But the candidate secretly had to be of noble birth and deeply trusted by the emperor.It is best to be proficient in political affairs and not too poor in skills.

The emperor turned over and over among his many ministers, thinking about it, and finally selected his nephew after all kinds of considerations.

The Marquis of Pingyang is a member of the royal family, so it goes without saying that his status is noble.

Of course, intercepting and killing the Marquis of Pingyang was a serious crime of confiscating the family and annihilating the clan, but if Xiao Yunyue was allowed to hand over what he had in his hands, it would also be a disaster for the nine clans.

Both sides are dead, so it’s better to take a big gamble.Moreover, Xiao Yunyue had no clear purpose, and only a few people knew that he was secretly exploring Jiangnan Road.

If the interception is successful, and the unknown person's identity can be killed, there may be room for maneuver.

But soon the wealthy families in the south of the Yangtze River discovered that the title of this young marquis, who had made great military exploits even before he was crowned the weakest, had no title at all.

In Jiangnan and Shengjing, many people secretly and openly sent dead soldiers to intercept him, and actually let him return to the capital.I'm afraid that if Xiao Yunyue doesn't show up for a day, someone in Shengjing will not be able to sleep peacefully.

"Moreover." Yuan Miaoyi smiled slightly: "I'm afraid that when my uncle asked my brother to go to Qingzhou, I have already made up my mind to rectify Jiangnan Road."

Aunt Cui looked at Yuan Miaoyi with some confusion. She had known that Yuan Miaoyi was smart, but when she heard her smiling and speaking softly and analyzing the court situation, she was still shocked and speechless for a long time.

Yuan Miaoyi didn't care about Grandma Cui's complicated feelings at this moment, and just continued to give instructions: "The safety of the young Marquis is of great importance, so until he recovers from his injuries, no trace of his whereabouts can be revealed."

Aunt Cui came back to her senses and said seriously: "I understand that I will not let this news leak out from the inner courtyard."

In Shengjing, everyone in the inner palace who had lost traces of Xiao Yunyue, as well as everyone with ulterior motives, were all anxious. The atmosphere in Shengjing became more and more tense day by day.

At this time, Xiao Yunyue stayed safely in Futian Manor to recuperate.

Because there were always spies of unknown origin spying around Zhuangzi, Yuan Miaoyi always lived in the east room of the main house.

Sometimes, in order to show that her daily life was normal, she would read the account books in the main hall during the day, and even met the steward once.

There is a silk screen between the inner room and the main hall. Xiao Yunyue has excellent archery skills and very good natural eyesight.When he was lying on the bed recovering from his injuries, he would often turn his head and see Yuan Miaoyi sitting in the main hall.

Yuan Miaoyi is a very attentive person. Because of the differences between men and women, she rarely comes to see Xiao Yunyue alone.But fearing that he would be bored while recuperating, the small table within his reach was filled with books.

From miscellaneous works from all over the world to the Four Books and Five Classics, to the Spring and Autumn History, there is everything you need.

The interior is kept clean and tidy every day, and even the meals are light and warm, suitable for people recovering from injuries, and everything is taken care of properly and meticulously.

In the past few days, Xiao Yunyue always recalled that when he first met her many years ago, she was different from the calmness and calmness that a young lady of that age should have, which made him remember her for many years.

During this reunion, except for the moment when he rolled in and covered her, she seemed a little frightened.Later, when I turned around, I saw him covered in blood and in a state of embarrassment.When the inspector came into the village and asked for a search, she always looked as calm and calm as when they first met her.

Thinking of the ridiculous scandal of Marquis Rongan many years ago that he had occasionally heard about when he was in Beijing, and his reputation for doting on concubines and killing his wives over the years, coupled with Yuan Lingheng's occasional mention of his father's partiality, Xiao Yunyue thought , is she having a bad life at home?

The more he thought about it, the more he felt that it must be like that. Without the protection of his mother, his father was partial, and the only brother who loved her was still away from home all year round.So let her get used to facing everything by herself, and she will naturally be much calmer than other young ladies of the same age.Xiao Yunyue turned his head and looked at the beautiful figure that looked a little hazy across the screen.

She wore a loose bun with only a few small beads on it, which made her hair look like clouds.Dayan Su likes to look gorgeous and luxurious, but Xiao Yunyue rarely sees Yuan Miaoyi dressed luxuriously.

When Yuan Miaoyi looked at something seriously, she would often frown slightly.Her manners are very good, and sometimes she can even sit there for an hour without slumping down. One look at her shows that she has put in hard work.

Most of Yuan Lingheng's friends knew that he had a sister whom he loved as much as the palm of his hand. Xiao Yunyue thought, if I had such a sister, I would definitely give her the best things in the world.

After raising him like this for a few days, Xiao Yunyue was young and had a good foundation after all.Although the injury is not completely healed, he can already get up and get off the ground.

Yuan Miaoyi also received good news. Xiao Yunyue, the guard who was separated from him in the suburbs of Beijing, was found.

At that time, most of the people who were chasing him were aimed at Xiao Yunyue, so after they separated, he was rescued by a farmer in the suburbs.

His injuries were lighter than Xiao Yunyue's, and he had been inquiring about Xiao Yunyue's news these days.

Yuan Miaoyi told Xiao Yunyue everything: "It's just that if an outsider comes in now in Zhuangzi, he is afraid that he will attract attention, so he is hidden in the Jokhang Temple."

Xiao Yunyue had been worried about him in the past few days, and was relieved to hear that he was fine.

After thanking him again, Xiao Yunyue pondered for a moment and said: "Thanks to the second lady for taking care of me, my injury has improved a lot. It's just that I have the emperor's order and cannot stay here for a long time. My guards have also been found. I'm afraid I have to leave today." In Shengjing City.”

After hearing this, Yuan Miaoyi frowned slightly and said, "The guards I brought with me said that during this period, there are many suspicious strangers outside Zhuangzi, and I'm afraid they are all coming for you. This place is far away from Shengjing City. It will take half a day even if you are riding fast. If you encounter another interception, it may be detrimental to your injury."

Xiao Yunyue also knew that they would not give up intercepting him until they got what he had.It's just that it will take a lot of time until his injury is fully recovered.If the time drags on for too long, it will have a great impact on today's layout.

Moreover, the palace had lost news about him in the past few days, so he was probably very anxious at the moment.

Yuan Miaoyi also knows that the court situation is like a battlefield, and opportunities always disappear in an instant.Moreover, if this matter is accomplished, it will be of great help to her brother's future.

She thought for a moment, then suddenly bit her lower lip and said, "I do have a way, but I'm afraid I will wrong you and the adults around you."

The people who had been closely monitoring Zhuangzi outside suddenly noticed a noise in Zhuangzi.It seems that he is packing his luggage and preparing to return to Shengjing City.

Several guards on horseback were in front, and behind them, a large cart made of red tung lacquer wood drove out from the village, accompanied by several small carts hung with green cloth. Looking at the ruts, you could tell that they were full of goods. carriage.

A large and mighty team marched towards the Jokhang Temple.

The eyes of the people following him continued to roam the team, but there were too many guards following Yuan Miaoyi, most of whom had retired from the army and had similar body shapes. They did not see anyone suspicious among them.

Yuan Miaoyi did not stay in the Jokhang Temple for a long time. It seemed that she just refilled the lamp oil and came out.

Seeing that there seemed to be nothing unusual, the people following him did not intend to waste time on Yuan Miaoyi. They planned to take advantage of the empty space in the village to conduct a closer inspection.

So Yuan Miaoyi's team returning to the city went to Shengjing City so easily.

On the carriage ride back, Grandma Cui and Yuan Miaoyi were sitting in a carriage.She asked with some concern: "Girl, is this okay?"

Yuan Miaoyi closed her eyes to rest her mind and said, "Nothing, the young Marquis is not someone who cares about such trivial details. Mom, just rest assured."

Thinking of Xiao Yunyue's various behaviors in the past few days, Grandma Cui felt a little relieved, and said with some joy: "That's true. Now that this is done, the prince will probably be promoted again."

Yuan Miaoyi didn't speak. After a moment, she suddenly asked: "What about the family? How's it going?"

When Grandma Cui said this, she felt quite unkindly.Yuan Miaoyi was right, the middle minister of the Honorable House was indeed not that easy to host.

Not long after they left Beijing, Liu Shutang made a big mistake.

Liu Shutang was indeed a smart person. After seeing her learn to take care of the house by her side, the wife saw that the house was in good order, so she handed over most of the middle income to her.

Unexpectedly, the old lady of the Huai'an Hou Mansion passed away a few days ago. After knocking on the cloud board, the Rong'an Hou Mansion did not send a funeral ceremony.

Fortunately, the steward of the external affairs department saw something was wrong and reported it to the Dowager Madam. Otherwise, the Huai'an Marquis Mansion would have thought that the Rong'an Marquis Mansion was going to sever diplomatic relations with them.

This incident made the Dowager very angry, and she took back the power of the middle minister. Even Yuan Fuwei, who had always been partial to Liu Shutang, was a little dissatisfied with her this time.

After the fun was over, Aunt Cui said to Yuan Miaoyi: "Girl, if we go back now, I'm afraid the lady will be angry. Don't let this mess come to our courtyard again."

Yuan Miaoyi smiled faintly and said: "No, I'm afraid that after we go back, Mrs. Tai will not have time to worry about such trivial matters."

Yuan Miaoyi and Xiao Yunyue separated ten miles away from the inner city of Shengjing. Xiao Yunyue and his guards pretended to be Yuan Miaoyi's bodyguards and mingled with the team until here.

Afraid of causing unnecessary trouble, both Xiao Yunyue and Konoe put on some subtle makeup on their faces.But Xiao Yunyue has a tall and straight figure, and even wearing the most ordinary guard clothes on him can give him a unique look.

Yuan Miaoyi also took good care of his horse.At this time, he was sitting high on the horse, and he had a bit of a cold attitude.Even if the makeup on his face has not been wiped off, you can still get a glimpse of his undisguised elegance.

Xiao Yunyue held the reins and cupped his fists in salute: "I can't repay the kindness of saving my life. I'm in a hurry to say goodbye today. In the future, if the second lady needs help in Shengjing, just ask."

Yuan Miaoyi did not refuse Xiao Yunyue's kindness. Xiao Yunyue saw that the sky was dark and it seemed that a heavy rain was coming, so he said: "It's getting late. I'll take a step forward. Second lady, go slowly."

After saying that, he tightened the reins, turned the horse around, and galloped towards Shengjing City.

Seeing Xiao Yunyue's back gradually disappearing, Yuan Miaoyi returned to the car until he was out of sight.She gently lifted the car curtain, and there was a strong wind outside.She lowered the curtain and said.

"Let's go, there will be a heavy rain soon."

(End of this chapter)