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Chapter 103 Prince Rui wins over Li Youwei
  When Dongfang Zhan arrived, Li Youwei was practicing his swordplay, while Nalan Ling was watching from the side.

Dongfang Zhan didn't want to disturb Li Youwei, so he stood aside and waited for her to finish practicing.

"General Dongfang, are you here to see Vice General Li?"

"Back to Princess An Ning, I would like to ask Vice General Li for help."

"what's up?"

Li Youwei put away the knife and came to Dongfang Zhan.

"Vice General Li, thank you for giving me one day to prove myself today."

Dongfang Zhan understood very well that it was not so much Nalan Ling who believed in him as Li Youwei who believed in him.

He could see clearly at that time that it was Li Youwei who winked at Nalan Ling and she chose to believe it.

"You're welcome, General Dongfang. How's the investigation going?"

Under the circumstances at that time, anyone would think that Dongfang Zhan was the person behind the scenes.

Although Li Youwei felt that Dongfang Zhan would not be a treasonous person, he would not make fun of Nalan Ling's safety.

It wasn't until she accidentally came into contact with Dongfang Zhan and heard his voice that she was sure that he was innocent.

She didn't want such a sincere and capable general to be wronged, so she bought him a day.

"Back to Vice General Li, all the evidence now shows that the letter came from my house."

Li Youwei nodded, "Then have you thoroughly investigated the people in the house?"

"It has been investigated and everyone in the government has been ruled out of suspicion."

"General Dongfang, the most important thing now is to find out who wrote that letter for you."

"I've checked this too, and there are no clues."

"That person who can imitate your handwriting will definitely be able to see your writing from time to time.

Anyone who has such an opportunity should be serving in the study. "

Dongfang Zhan suddenly had an idea, "Vice General Li, I have a doubt in my mind, but she can't read Chinese characters. Can she really imitate my handwriting?"

"What if that person is deliberately illiterate?"

"You're right, I'll go check it out right now."

It's easier to handle once you have the direction. Soon, the real owner who wrote the letter was found.

It turned out to be a little maid who was responsible for cleaning the study. She was quick with her hands and feet, didn't like to talk, and had a very low sense of presence.

If Li Youwei hadn't reminded her, Dongfang Zhan would not have suspected her.

The little maid began to deny it. It was not until evidence was found in her room that had not yet been destroyed that she stopped quibbling.

But she refused to tell anyone who was behind the scenes, and no matter how tortured she was, she refused to reveal even a word.

Later, Huangfu Weihao decided to execute her and Zhang Ju together.

Dongfang Zhan regained his innocence, and Huangfu Weihao even apologized to him.

"General Dongfang, I'm sorry, I made the mistake of blaming you."

Dongfang Zhan was a little flattered. He had grown up listening to the deeds of Prince Rui. It was said that he used soldiers like a god and was very powerful in leading troops to fight.

If it hadn't been for the physical injury, I probably wouldn't have persuaded His Majesty to seek peace this time.

"My lord, you are serious. The enemy is really too cunning."

Huangfu Weihao patted his shoulder and said, "I am very optimistic about you, don't let me down."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, my subordinates will guard Beiguan City well and live up to His Majesty's and your expectations."

Huangfu Weihao nodded happily again, "Okay."

Because of this episode, Huangfu Weihao decided to postpone the negotiation with Beiliang Kingdom.

Although Zhang Ju and the maid who copied the letter were executed, this matter still needs to be taken seriously. Maybe someone in the Northern Liang Kingdom opposed the marriage.

That's why he instigated the soldiers of Nanchen Kingdom to rebel. He had to carefully consider the sincerity of Beiliang Kingdom.

While waiting, Li Youwei and Nalan Ling were not idle. They seized every moment to make themselves stronger.

That afternoon, Li Youwei was reading the Art of War. Someone came to report, and Prince Rui invited him. Li Youwei did not dare to neglect, ordered people to protect Nalan Ling, and then went to Prince Rui's residence.

Prince Rui had already made tea and was waiting. When he saw Li Youwei, he warmly greeted her to sit opposite.

"My lord, are you having trouble with your subordinates?"

"Don't worry, let's drink tea first. This is made by the king myself. How do you like it?"

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Li Youwei couldn't resist his hospitality, so he picked up the cup and took a sip.

"After drinking this tea, the fragrance will linger on your teeth and cheeks. It is good tea and water."

After hearing Li Youwei's evaluation, Huangfu Weihao nodded happily, "Vice General Li is right, the water for making tea is made from frost flowers on the branches in the early morning."

Li Youwei took another sip and waited for Prince Rui to tell her why he wanted her to come today.

"Vice General Li, do you think His Majesty is worthy of being the king of a country?"

Huangfu Weihao's question was a bit treasonous. If he was guilty, he would be beheaded.

"My lord, please be careful what you say."

"Vice General Li, don't be nervous, no third person will know about today's conversation.

This king is the second son of the late emperor. In terms of ability and ambition, I am far superior to your current majesty.

He was able to sit in that position only because he was lucky enough to occupy the position of the legitimate son.

If he were a wise king who could make the people live and work in peace and contentment, I would not be so unwilling. But he is debauched and obsessed with women and the art of immortality.

If Nanchen Kingdom is left in his hands, it will perish sooner or later. "

"Your Majesty, all of this is no reason for you to treat human lives like child's play."

Even without evidence, Li Youwei guessed that the bandits in Bali Village and Zhang Ju in Beiguan City should have been instructed by Prince Rui.

"You Wei, what I admire most is your uprightness.

If you and I join forces, Nanchen will be able to unify the four countries and leave a mark in history. "

"Your Majesty, I do not want to participate in the battle for the throne."

In fact, Li Youwei knew in his heart that the reason why today's Holy Emperor has become so incompetent and cruel is inseparable from Huangfu Weihao's fueling the flames.

Huangfu Weihao's hand holding the tea cup tightened, "You Wei, have you thought about it?"

"Yes."

"Okay, your words are enough. Remember what you said. Okay, you can leave."

Huangfu Weihao waved his hand, his voice seemed to have turned cold.

"Yes, I will retire."

Li Youwei bowed and left.

After Li Youwei's figure disappeared, Jiang Qi walked out from behind the screen.

"Your Majesty, as we thought before, Li Youwei is not so easy to win over."

Huangfu Weihao nodded, "In fact, it is not a bad thing. Once such a person is used by the king, he must be loyal."

Jiang Qi nodded, "Your Majesty is right."

Huangfu Weihao poured himself another cup of tea, "Her current attitude is to remain neutral. Although she is unwilling to surrender to the king, she will not help the prince."

"Your Majesty, my subordinates believe that Li Youwei and His Royal Highness are classmates, and their previous friendship was deeper than ours.

If we really confront the prince, she is more likely to help him. "

"Your analysis makes sense, so let's win her over before we officially break up with the prince."

"Yes, I understand."

Li Youwei left Prince Rui's place and went back to the room, and met Zhou Tengfei who was pacing back and forth on the way.

Seeing Li Youwei coming, he rushed to greet him.

(End of this chapter)