Red Mansion: Bastards rule the roost

Bodhi Nunnery is the most famous nunnery in Liaoyang City, with a prosperous flow of incense.

Master Jingkong, who presides over the Buddhist temple, is profound in Buddhist teachings and has great supernatural powers. It is said that he has developed clairvoyance and can predict life and death, misfortune and blessings. He often walks around the homes of wealthy officials and nobles. He is regarded as a god by countless ladies and ladies who spend a lot of money just to ask for a word of criticism from her.

However, heaven’s secrets should not be leaked lightly. Master Tai’s rule is not to approve even if the person is destined to move in, even if the gold mountain and silver sea move in, so only a few people get her prophecy, but those who get it are all effective, which adds a bit of Buddhism. The credibility of magical powers.

At this time, in the Zen room presided over by Bodhi Temple, a generation of "divine nun" Jingkong was kneeling on the ground, and said respectfully: "Reporting to the Holy Mother, my subordinates are lucky enough to live up to their orders. They have already set a trap, and the sixth prince Sun Yongqi came at night. , thinking that the mother and son covet the title of the prince, there is no doubt that he is involved. "

Bai Qiuwei and Jia Cong, who was wearing a hood and cloak next to her, looked at each other, raised her hands and said: "Get up, you did a good job on this matter. It is of great importance. Everything should be done according to plan. Don't ignore it."

"Yes, I will obey the Holy Mother's decree." Jingkong kowtowed, stood up slowly, and stepped aside.

"Go down and wait."

"Yes."

After Jingkong retreated, Jia Cong sighed: "You guys are really good at deceiving people. You can deceive people into giving up their lives and devote themselves to their lives. Even the inner palace of the Liao Prince can come and go freely. I admire you." "

Bai Qiuwei smiled and rolled her eyes at him, and said, "Why does Commander Jia also speak in layman's terms? Aren't you spies in brocade clothes equally pervasive?"

Jia Cong shook his head and said: "It's different. My people inquire about information from the outside in, making insinuations and monitoring infiltration.

But you are working from the inside out, letting others count the money for you after being sold.

All in all, you are still superior in skills. If the Jin Yiwei had not been supported by the imperial court, I would not be able to compare with you. "

Bai Qiuwei chuckled and said, "I am not worthy of the high title of Duke Guo. In terms of cunning and cunning, I can't even compare to the Duke of Guo."

Jia Cong smiled and said, "You and I love each other as husband and wife, so what's the difference between us?"

"Bah, I'm so embarrassed. Who is...that one with you?" Bai Qiuwei spat with a slight blush on her pretty face.

"Hey, we once had a frank friendship, flirted with each other, and slept together in the same bed. We were not considered husband and wife?" Jia Cong said jokingly.

Bai Qiuwei couldn't hold on any longer, her face turned red, and she scolded: "If you keep talking nonsense, I'll leave."

"Don't say goodbye. Isn't this a long night of unintentional sleep? How can I take a few playful words seriously? I guess I said the wrong thing with my clumsy tongue, and the Holy Mother is in trouble."

Jia Cong hurriedly pulled her to apologize. Now was the "time to employ people," but he didn't dare to offend her.

Bai Qiuwei glared at him in embarrassment and anger, then reluctantly sat down and spat: "I think you are a dog, and you will change your face whenever you ask."

Jia Cong smiled and said, "People born in the year of dog are loyal and honest. Qiu Wei, why don't you trust me?"

Bai Qiuwei sneered and teased: "Is this how you lied to your girl?"

Jia Cong said: "I never lie to others, unless it's a white lie."

Bai Qiuwei spat: "Only a ghost would believe you."

Jia Cong smiled and said: "Speaking of deceiving people, can you deceive Sun Yong with this method? I heard that this kid is quite smart and not a fool."

Bai Qiuwei said calmly: "The world is ignorant and cannot survive the three poisons of 'greed, anger, and ignorance', and cannot escape the harm of 'seven emotions and six desires'. Regardless of whether they are wise or foolish, as long as they ask for something, they will be deceived."

Even people who read more and appear smarter are more likely to be deceived. "

"Why is this?" Jia Cong asked curiously.

"It's just because such people often think they are smart and have a high self-esteem. They think they have the pearls of wisdom in their hands and have no clues. However, they don't know that they have already gone astray. They have neither self-knowledge nor the knowledge of others." Bai Qiuwei said.

Jia Cong thought for a while and said slowly: "This is absolutely true. Let alone ordinary people, so what if you are a noble person? Are you being deceived by eunuchs and concubines?"

Bai Qiuwei said with a smile: "This is what the ancients said, 'The king's concealment is very deep.' Today, he is considered a great talent and a great leader. Haven't you been deceived by you?"

Jia Cong said hurriedly: "I don't dare to wear the hat of deceiving the emperor. Is there anything Qiu Wei can do to prevent others from being deceived?"

Bai Qiuwei rolled her eyes at him, pursed her lips and smiled: "If I had my way, would I still board your pirate ship?"

Jia Cong smiled and said: "This is the first time I've heard someone say that a wise eye recognizes pearls and a good bird chooses wood, so fresh and refined."

"Fuck you. Thousand-layer soles are used as cheeks. You're not afraid of showing off your big teeth." Bai Qiuwei spat.

The two were chatting and joking when they suddenly heard someone at the door saying, "Little prince, your chance of a lifetime is inside the house. Just go in. I'll take my leave."

"Master Tai..."

"My young prince, there is no need to hesitate. If you continue to interrupt, you will be disturbed. Please remember this."

"Yes, Wan Sheng understands."

The two people in the room were busy talking. Bai Qiuwei winked at Jia Cong and retreated into the back hall.

Creak, the door opens.

A young man wearing a flying silver crown, plain clothes, brocade robes, and an azure fox fur cloak walked in. He was slightly startled when he saw Jia Cong sitting on the kang. He looked around and saw that there was no one else in the small room.

Because he raised his hand and asked: "Who is your Majesty?"

Jia Cong's eyes swept him up and down like a knife, and said calmly: "Sun Yong, do you want to be the crown prince? Oh no, it should be the King of Liao."

Sun Ying was startled and took a step back. After a while, he said, "What do you mean by this?"

Jia Cong smiled faintly, opened his cloak, took out a jade plaque, put it in the palm of his hand, handed it to him, and said, "Do you know this?"

Sun Yong was shocked and doubtful. He stepped forward and took a closer look - "Jia Cong, the commander of the Jinyi Guards". His hair suddenly exploded and he lost his voice: "You are Jia...Jia...Dingguo Gong?!"

Jia Cong smiled and said, "Why, doesn't it look like it?"

Sun Yong's three souls and seven souls still haven't returned to their positions, and Qiqi Ai Ai said: "I don't dare, I don't know if the Duke of the country has called me, what are your orders?"

Jia Cong said: "I just said, do you want to be the king of Liao?"

Sun Ying was surprised, happy, scared and worried. At this moment, Jia Cong suddenly appeared in Liaodong. It was obvious that he had a big agenda. If he had anything to do with him, he would have died without knowing it. But since he was looking for him, how could he dare to shirk it?
Yin Zhan said tremblingly: "Yin Sheng comes from a humble background and has an elder brother. How dare he spy on the throne?"

Jia Cong said: "Are you afraid or don't want to? If you are not brave enough, I can lend you some courage. If you are not interested in the position of King of Liao, you can retreat quickly and pretend that I have never met you."

Facing the biggest opportunity in his life, Sun Yong felt as if he was on a stove. His heart was pounding, as if it was about to burst out of his mouth, but his mouth was dry and he couldn't open his mouth.

I wanted to give up and turn around and leave, but my legs were not obedient, as if someone had nailed me to the ground, making it difficult to move an inch.

Sun Ying took a few deep breaths, then wiped his already sweaty hands on his thighs, bowed his hands and said, "Please give me some advice, if you succeed, I would like to tie a grass ring to repay you."

Jia Cong nodded and said: "Your eldest brother Shi Zihuan died in the capital, and the princes and princes of the princes were involved. The emperor ordered your father, King Liao, to come to the capital temporarily to take charge of the case and preside over the case. Do you know?"

"I know." Sun Yong said respectfully.

Jia Cong sneered and said: "Did you know that the King of Liao had a ulterior motive in his heart? He supported his troops and respected himself, but refused to obey the imperial edict? Your Majesty had a clever plan and had anticipated his rebellious intentions.

Therefore, I am sent to Liaodong to arrest the rebels. Are you willing to be loyal to the court or to be filial to the king of Liao? "As he spoke, he took out the golden arrow. Sun Yong was startled, and hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed: "The Duke of the country has learned from the past that it is difficult to have both loyalty and filial piety at the same time. As a member of the clan of the Tian family, Yin Sheng should be loyal and courageous. Be loyal to your majesty and the court.

Yin Sheng didn't know anything about what my father did, and he never agreed with it. "Now that things have happened, he has no choice but to go back. He cannot say that he is willing to rebel.

Jia Cong nodded and said: "Well, let's get up. I heard Master Jingkong say that among the princes in the Liao Palace, you are the only one who understands things, is smart and capable, and when I see you today, you are not very satisfactory. You have gone through so much experience, so you can be considered worthy. "Material."

Sun Yong hurriedly bowed and said, "Yin Sheng obeys the Duke's orders and will serve the country until death."

Jia Cong said: "The vassal king was appointed by Emperor Taizu. Although your father committed a crime, it was only his fault, but the title will not be easily reduced. Someone has to inherit it. If you succeed in this matter, I will recommend it to the court." you.

With my father's recommendation, you don't have to worry about your background or your elder brother? In terms of origin, I am just like you. It should be noted that heroes do not care about their origin. "

These words spoke directly to Sun Yong's heart. Knowing that Jia Cong was also the youngest son of a concubine, he suddenly felt like a confidant. He believed him a little more and hurriedly said: "Yin Sheng has little talent and virtue. How dare he stand shoulder to shoulder with the Duke? I only want to do it for him." To serve the Holy Emperor and the imperial court, I will go through fire and water without hesitation.”

Jia Cong smiled and said: "As long as you have this intention, don't worry too much. You are just using this as a cover. There is nothing dangerous. I will arrange everything. But..."

"Please give me the Duke's orders." Sun Yong was secretly delighted when he heard Jia Cong's turn and quickly became cautious.

Jia Cong's face darkened, he stared at him coldly, and said calmly: "If you were duplicitous and agreed in person, but then went to inform your father behind your back and ruined the important affairs of the court, would you be able to become the heir apparent?

When the heavenly soldiers of the imperial court arrive, you will know for yourself what will happen. "

Sun Yong was frightened by him, with cold sweat dripping from his vest. He hurriedly bowed and said: "Don't worry, Lord, Yin Sheng has the courage to deceive the imperial court. This matter is of great importance and justice, and Ying will never dare to contradict him." , I only want one thing.”

"explain."

"My father has been operating in Liaodong for a long time. He has a lot of money and food, and many soldiers and generals. If he dares to resist and disobey the order, I ask the Duke to take my mother and son back to the capital.

Although Yin Sheng is an insignificant person, he still understands the principle of annihilating relatives for justice. My father rebelled against the imperial court, so I will never associate with him again and seek the prosperity of my country. "

Jia Cong knew that he wanted to leave a way out, so he nodded and said: "Okay! If it goes through, you will be the king of Liao. If it fails, I will take you back to the capital to keep your mother and son safe."

Sun Yong cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Duke Guo."

Jia Cong smiled and said: "Of course, as long as you cooperate fully, we are at least 80% sure of this matter."

Sun Ying suppressed the ecstasy in his heart and said: "Please give me your instructions, Lord Duke."

Jia Cong smiled and clapped his hands, and Bai Qiuwei came out of the back hall.
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When Sun Ying came out of Bodhi Temple, he was already a child. He had mixed feelings in his heart. He didn't know whether he was happy or worried. He just felt that what happened tonight was like a dream. He reached an unpredictable agreement with the giant of the day in a confused way.

Although he was extremely afraid and ashamed of what he was about to do, a burning desire in his heart made him agree to the deal by accident.

Ever since I was born in the royal palace, I have experienced and seen with my own eyes, and I have long understood the truth that power and fame are the foundation of a life, and other things are not worth mentioning.

Turning his head to look at the two people following him, Sun Yong smiled bitterly. At this point, he had no intention of turning back when he fired his bow, and he could not tolerate being indecisive.

Otherwise, you will be the first to die.

Disguised as a servant, Nine Deaths and Master Nu looked at each other and smiled. Does this young man still want to fight his master?
Yin said in much more proficient Mandarin: "It's getting late. Mr. Liu, please get in the car."

Sun Yong nodded, got in the car and returned home, and the two of them followed on foot.

The Prince of Liao's Mansion has been heavily guarded. In addition to the watch gate at the corner gate, there is also a group of soldiers standing with guns. When they hear the sound of the carriage, they all look over.

The captain was acquainted with Sun Yong's carriage, and saw two more people. He stopped him and asked, "Sixth Master, these two people don't seem to be servants in the mansion. They look very nervous."

Sun Yong impatiently raised the car curtain and said, "My eldest brother is in trouble in the capital. My uncle is worried about my safety, so he specially gave me two skilled guards."

He was not afraid of cheating. He had just written a letter about it and sent it to his uncle who trusted Jia Cong, so that he could get the same message.

Captain glanced at the Nine Deads, nodded, and said: "I see, Master Six, please. To be on the safe side, I'd better go out less often these days, so as not to be taken advantage of."

Sun Ying waved his hands nonchalantly and said, "I got it."

The disciples hurriedly led the horses and carts in, and arrived in front of Yimen to serve Sun Yong down.

"The two of them stay in my study on weekdays. They go with me when I go out, so you can greet me." Sun Yong confessed.

The boys hurriedly agreed and led the two people in, arranging food and lodging.

Sun Yong returned to his mother Zheng Ji's yard.

Zheng Ji was anxious and had been waiting for him to come back. She was already drowsy from waiting. When she saw him coming in, she became energetic and lost all her sleep. She hurriedly pulled him into the inner room and whispered: "Master Jingkong said so." What?"

Sun Yong hesitated for a moment, then softly told the story about Bodhi Temple, and sighed: "Mom, this matter is very dangerous."

Zheng Ji's eyes lit up when she heard this, and she said decisively: "Silly boy, is it so easy for you to sit in the position of being the prince?

Although Mom has never met Duke Dingguo, her ears have become aroused over the past few years. The Jia family has always been at odds with our royal family. A few years ago, when he was in Liaodong, he even had trouble with your father. You also know this. .

Now that the imperial court has sent him here, it is obvious that he has the intention to kill. Your father is in danger this time. "

Sun Yong nodded slowly and said, "What mom means is..."

Zheng Ji sneered and said: "It is said that Jia Zilong has great martial arts skills and is invincible in the world, even more powerful than Huo Qubing. Otherwise, the emperor would not have entrusted him with such an important task. Who of the soldiers in our mansion can compete with him?
Now is a good opportunity for you to join the imperial court. What's the use of burning your father's cold stove now? Are you going to be buried with him?

Even if Jia Cong is defeated, will your father be able to make you his heir apparent? Will your brothers obey you?

I am not from a high family background, which has caused you to be despised by others. Now that we, mother and son, have Gao Zhier, why don’t we fly up and wait for death? "

Sun Yong also understood these truths and said hesitantly: "If everything fails, my mother and I..."

Zheng Ji waved her hand and sneered: "As the saying goes, the brave will starve to death, and the timid will starve to death. If we don't win this time, won't you and I be asking for food in the future?

If it doesn't work, Duke Dingguo may not be able to care about you, so don't worry about me. Just focus on escaping for your own life and flee to Fengtian.

That's Yang Xiong's territory, he's a member of the Jia family. If you go there and turn to the light, you're a prince. He won't dare to treat you badly. If you try to find a way to become a saint in the capital in the future, the emperor will treat loyal people favorably both emotionally and rationally. "

"Mom..." Sun Yong's throat was choked and he was speechless.

Zheng Ji patted his hand and said with a smile: "Don't worry, if it comes to something, you will be a meritorious official. Even if you are cut off from the feudal clan, at least you will still have the title of prince.

With the family assets accumulated over generations in the mansion, you will be a respectable prince in Beijing. Isn't it ten thousand times better than the unsuccessful bastard you are now?
It's better for Mom to follow you and live like an old concubine than to live by watching people's faces in the house. "

Sun Yong nodded and said: "Mom, I understand, and I will do it carefully."

"Well, that's right. This is the only chance for us, mother and son, to change our lives against fate. Your father has been sorry to us for many years, but he will at least earn a future for us.

You have been smart since you were young, but you have been oppressed by those idiot brothers. Mom always thinks about it and wishes to kill all those bastards. Now God has finally opened his eyes, and our good days are coming. "

Zheng Ji's expression turned cold, with deep hatred in her eyes.

Sun Ying thought about the past of being squeezed out by his brother, and anger welled up in his heart. He said in a deep voice: "What mom said is, princes, generals and prime ministers, would you rather have the seed? This prince's position is reserved for my son."

"Okay, this is Mom's good son." Zheng Ji said with a smile. (End of chapter)