I, the prince, only want to be deposed.

Chapter 268 Does he still have me, his father, in his heart?

After Guo Xuanzi's servants left, Liu Ju immediately called Wei Kang over:
"Cousin, you need to work harder these two days. Help me secretly check the backgrounds of local high-ranking officials such as the King of Hejian and the Governor of Hejian. The more detailed the better."

“Is there something wrong with these people?”

Wei Kang also perked up instantly and asked with concentration.

"Just now, Guo Xuanzi sent someone to inform me that she has seen the aura of my lucky star in Hejian Country."

Liu Ju said ambiguously.

"Understood……"

Wei Kang nodded in agreement, but he had already begun to ponder in his heart.

Although Liu Ju had not told him his plan of "turning the tables" before, since it involved Liu Ju's marriage, it was naturally necessary to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the identity and background of this "lucky nobleman".

The backgrounds of the King of Hejian and these local officials were also part of the issue, so as to prevent people with ulterior motives from taking advantage of the matter for personal gain.

And through Liu Ju's words.

Wei Kang also felt that Liu Ju must be suspicious of Guo Xuanzi and this "lucky star". He might not have believed in the so-called "Lonely Phoenix" and "lucky star" from the beginning.

If that is the case, why ask more questions?

As long as everyone is investigated thoroughly, no matter what the secrets of this matter are, everything will come to light.

The only problem now is that time is indeed a bit tight.

After all, after tonight, there are only two days left until Liu Ju's birthday.

He had just arrived in Hejian State, and it was impossible for him to build a decent intelligence network in such a short time.

It was even possible that he was under the eyes of someone with ulterior motives. If he tried to find out, it would be easy to expose his whereabouts and purpose. Therefore, there were many restrictions on his actions. It would be difficult to find out something deeper...

Liu Ju naturally saw what Wei Kang was thinking, and said with a smile:

"Cousin, don't feel too stressed. Just do your best and find out as much as you can... In fact, gathering intelligence is only one aspect. The ability to analyze intelligence is also very important and can also deduce some unknown secrets."

Wei Kang looked thoughtful again after hearing this, and then he seemed to suddenly realize something, and bowed to Liu Ju:
"…Your Highness is right. I have learned your lesson and will do it right away!"

"?"

Liu Ju looked at Wei Kang in confusion.

Cousin, I just wanted to make you feel at ease and at the same time I pretended to be quite arrogant. What did you learn from me?

What he meant by intelligence analysis ability was that he could rely on the foresight of a time traveler to reverse-infer some existing intelligence and thus draw some reasonable and accurate conclusions. This was far from real intelligence analysis.

As for how to conduct real intelligence analysis and what techniques and logic are involved, Liu Ju has never been an agent, so he really can't explain it.

but……

If it was Wei Kang, judging from the talent he had shown before, maybe he really had realized something and would bring some surprises to himself?
Then Wei Kang didn't give Liu Ju any chance to ask questions.

After the greeting, he opened the door and walked out quickly, disappearing into the dim night...

……

Greenhouse Palace.

"Su Wen, Liu Ju hasn't sent back any news about the 'Lucky Star' yet?"

Liu Che's tone was very impatient, and anyone could see his inner anxiety.

Su Wen hurriedly stepped forward and said carefully:
"In reply to your Majesty, I have been going to the Golden Horse Gate three times a day these days, searching the land of Yan and Zhao for memorials one by one, and indeed I have not received any urgent reports on this matter."

"This rebellious son!"

Liu Che impatiently kicked the table in front of the dragon couch and cursed with gnashing teeth.
"Every time I go out, if I don't send someone I can trust to follow me, it will be difficult for me to keep track of his information. Does he still have me, his father, in his heart?"

"Your Majesty, please calm down. Perhaps good news is on the way and will be delivered soon..."

Su Wen quickly ran over to put the table back in place, and advised with a humble look.

He understood very well why Liu Che was anxious at the moment.

When Emperor Wu of Han summoned Wang Shuo, Guo Xuanzi and Liu Ju at the same time that day, he was there "covering his mouth as ordered", so he knew very well what Liu Ju's tour to Yan and Zhao was all about.

But now, Liu Ju's birthday is in two days, and there is still no "good news" sent back. If this continues, Liu Ju will miss what Guo Xuanzi calls the "good luck of the year", and the "Lonely Phoenix Evil" will become an unsolvable fate from then on.

If the "Lonely Phoenix Evil" cannot be solved, Prince Liu Ju will not be able to have children.

By then, even if Liu Che was optimistic about Liu Ju, he would have to consider the continuation of the Han Dynasty and choose a prince who could give birth to an heir as the crown prince...

Therefore, the more anxious Liu Che is now, the more it shows how much he values ​​Liu Ju!
Su Wen still clearly remembered what Liu Che said when he summoned Gongsun Qing to discuss the matter of riding a dragon to heaven in the book Zha:

"If I could be like Huangdi, leaving my wife would be as easy as throwing off a chariot!"

At that time, Liu Che gave people a feeling of being ruthless and selfish. He did not care about his wives at all. He was very indifferent to family affection and did not even have a trace of nostalgia in his heart.

But now Su Wen felt that Liu Che seemed to have undergone subtle changes without realizing it.

At least it was not so easy for Liu Che to let go of Prince Liu Ju. If one day he could really ascend to heaven like Emperor Huangdi, he would definitely do his best to pave all the ways for Liu Ju and make proper arrangements for his funeral.

He knew Liu Che too well.

Once that time comes, those who oppose Liu Ju, influence Liu Ju, and hinder Liu Ju may become Liu Ju's weak spot...

Even the most loyal ministers to Liu Che, even his favorite concubines, even his most trusted relatives, will probably be eliminated one by one, uprooted, and will not leave any troubles for Liu Ju and the Han Dynasty.

The fatherly love he gave was so simple, unpretentious, bloody and cruel.

He didn't even care whether Liu Ju would hate him for this. His kindness to Liu Ju would not allow Liu Ju to refuse, nor did he need Liu Ju to understand.

Because, this is Liu Che...

"How many days will it take to send urgent news back from Yanzhao?"

After hearing Su Wen's words, Liu Che finally calmed down a little, let out a breath and asked in a deep voice.

"It will take ten days to deliver to nearby places, and about fifteen days to deliver to distant places."

Su Wen lowered his head and answered.

This was already the fastest communication speed of this era. Even an emperor like Liu Che could not overcome the information delays of space and time.

"From today on, send a few people to guard the Golden Horse Gate day and night. Any memorials submitted from Yan and Zhao will be delivered to me immediately and I will review them personally!"

"promise."

……

Jiaofang Hall.

"It's Juer's birthday in two days, why is there still no news?"

Wei Zifu was also extremely worried. Not only could she not sleep at night, but she could hardly sit still during the day.

"Didn't I ask Wei Qing to ask someone to find out a few days ago whether his uncle is sincere and whether he takes Juer's matter to heart?"

"..."

The trusted palace maid didn't dare to respond.

She had just gone to the General's Mansion today to inquire, and Wei Qing had indeed not found out any useful information.

However, she also knew that Wei Zifu was just being too concerned, so what she said now was just meaningless complaints and she was not really blaming Wei Qing.

As a palace maid, she was not qualified to comment on either the Queen Wei Zifu or the General Wei Qing.

No matter what, they are siblings whose blood is thicker than water.

Therefore, no matter what comments she makes now, it will only put herself in an awkward position where she will be neither here nor there.

"Your Majesty, that's right. How could you only order Gongsun Jingsheng and Wei Kang to go with you for such a big event? What do these two young boys know? I'm afraid that not only will they not be able to accomplish anything, but they will also cause trouble because of their playfulness."

Wei Zifu suddenly pointed her head at Liu Che again. Gongsun Jingsheng and Wei Kang were not spared either, and they kept chattering.

"If I had known this, I should have suggested to Your Majesty that Wei Qing should go with us!"

"Speaking of Wei Qing, how did he become an uncle? Shouldn't he have thought of this in advance and asked for permission from His Majesty?"

"And you, what are you still doing here? Go to the General's Mansion to ask for information!"

If Liu Ju heard these words at this moment, he would probably think of a type of teammates in later games, and secretly sigh that Wei Qing was too difficult...

The current Wei Zifu is really like the "stress monster" in later games.

It is not obvious in a favorable situation, but once the situation becomes unfavorable, the "pressure monster" can completely destroy the mentality of teammates, and then lead teammates to click "surrender" in harmony.

However, Liu Ju should also know that Wei Zifu in history was not like this at all.

Before the Witchcraft and Poisoning Incident, Wei Zifu had always been a virtuous and dignified queen. Apart from her hatred for those attendants who always gossiped and framed her, and her suggestion that she report to Emperor Wu of Han to get rid of them, there was almost no record of her misbehaving in any way.

During the witchcraft incident, Wei Zifu also behaved rationally and calmly.

He sent out the carriages carrying archers from the stables, opened the armory to get weapons, and mobilized the guards of Changle Palace to join in the battle, until finally he admitted defeat and committed suicide in the palace.

She always stood on Liu Ju's side, stayed in the palace from beginning to end, and remained calm in times of crisis.

If it were Cixi, she would have begged for food overnight and ran all the way from Chang'an to Yan State, and would not dare to come back until she was sure that the government was stable. She would have lost all her face...

But it is undeniable.

Liu Ju before the Witchcraft and Poisoning Incident was definitely not the same as he is now, otherwise how did he get his good reputation of being "benevolent, forgiving, gentle and cautious"?

……

The next morning.

Guo Xuanzi sent his servant to deliver the message again:
"Although the aura of 'Lucky Star' is still faint this time, it has gradually become stronger."

"Lord Guo can clearly see that the aura is now in the southeast direction. Your Highness should set out immediately to find the 'Lucky Star'. Time is running out and there is no time to waste."

Liu Ju continued to use the same strategy against them.

On the one hand, he ordered people to inform the current Hejian King Liu Shou and Hejian County Magistrate Wei Chen of the news, and on the other hand, he ordered the touring convoy to get ready immediately and set off to the southeast half an hour later.

(End of this chapter)