The black belly king loves evil concubine

Chapter 17
Since the third prince Murong Rui retired to Youcheng, he has been diligent in governing and caring for the people. He is deeply loved by the people in Youcheng and has left an excellent impression in the hearts of the people.Then, Murong Rui patrolled the barracks every day, gradually buying people's hearts. The current situation in Youcheng is that the soldiers and civilians are united, and when the time is right, they will rush into Shengjing to kill the traitors.

In terms of strength, Murong Rui's 50 soldiers and horses are completely capable of annihilating the prince's garrison in Shengjing, but they are also of the blood of the Shengtian Dynasty, so Murong Rui doesn't want to see such a frontal fight.Therefore, he must do everything possible to minimize the damage to the entire dynasty, which also means that he must spend more time to win over more forces, or at least let them stand by, instead of directly joining the court in the internal struggle.

The most important thing at the moment is to strengthen contact with the generals stationed on the southern border of Shengtian, and make joint preparations to resist the invasion of foreign enemies, in case they are attacked from behind by Nanyue Kingdom when they go north.If the soldiers of the Nanyue Kingdom suppressed the border, and the defense at the rear was involved in civil strife in the court, even if the crown prince was overthrown, the Shengtian Dynasty would be in danger.

"Old General Xue, the 80 troops stationed on my southern border are still under the command of Situ Qingfeng?" Third Prince Murong Rui asked.

"Yes, the third prince. The general of the southern border garrison is Situ Qingfeng. This person is a descendant of General Shenyou. He is 27 years old this year. He is both civil and military. He is young and promising. Even people from Nanyue Kingdom would not dare to underestimate Look at him. He has been stationed at the border for more than ten years. Five years ago, the emperor personally named him the Great General of Nantian, which means the god of the southern gate. Since then, he has been stationed at the border and has never been called back to Shengjing." Xue Yang said.

"I knew it when my father rewarded him, and I also heard that this man was resourceful, well-managed, upright, and heroic! Nowadays, the border troops are far away from the imperial court, and I am afraid that the situation of the imperial court is unknown. We should send people to him as soon as possible. Just to explain. Although we have blocked the passage of the imperial edict going south in the area of ​​Youcheng, it is still unknown whether the border guards can understand our actions of raising troops in Youcheng." Murong Rui said seriously.

"The third prince is right!" Xue Yang couldn't help but praise the third prince's foresight.He knew that the third prince not only wanted to go north to kill treacherous officials, but also to make plans for the future of the Shengtian Dynasty.

"Now, who does Old General Xue think it is better to send to convince General Situ?" Murong Rui asked.

"The third prince is now alone in the secluded city, and the officials who supported the third prince in the past are far away in Shengjing. There are not many people available. I think I should go there in person." Xue Yang also considered the current situation, so he had no choice but to recommend himself.

"Then I have to trouble Old General Xue." Murong Rui didn't delay, he knew that only Xue Yang went to persuade him to appear more sincere. Regardless of the importance of the matter, there is indeed no one available now, and some of them are just some. A brave and powerful general.

In Shengjing Palace.

Murong Qing'er has been kept in the palace by Murong Xiang since the palace banquet. The name is protection, but it is actually a prison. Although she can move freely in the harem, she has no way to return to the Southwest Palace.

"Report to the crown prince, Princess Qing'er is asking to see you." A eunuch reported in a high-pitched voice.

"Is she here to ask to go home to visit my father again? If so, tell him that the prince is not free now." The prince said coldly.

"The princess said it wasn't for going home! I'm afraid it's something else important? The prince should meet up!" said the eunuch. See you last time.

"Then let her in."

I saw a woman in Tsing Yi approaching gracefully, her gestures and gestures carried an aura of everyone's demeanor, she didn't look like a delicate lady in a deep boudoir, but calm and composed, with a small smile on her face.

"Sister Qing'er, what do you need from me?" Prince Murong Xiang spoke first.Southwest King Murong Yangxiong was originally a member of the Shengtian imperial family, so in terms of family relationship, he and Murong Qing'er should also be close relatives.But the relationship between the royal family is extremely delicate. If they are in power, they are naturally relatives, but when they are not needed, they are extremely cold.

"His Royal Highness, my father is in the southwest, and the current situation is chaotic. Qing'er also knows that it is extremely inappropriate to go home at this time." Murong Qing'er said slowly.

"Sister Qing'er is indeed a sensible person!" Seeing that Murong Qing'er did not mention going home, the crown prince felt relieved.

"It's just that Qing'er is living in the palace now, and he hasn't visited the emperor's uncle yet. Recently, he heard that the emperor's uncle is seriously ill. Qing'er should visit him to show his filial piety. Otherwise, Qing'er will have trouble sleeping and eating every day! I hope the prince and brother can Qing'er's request is granted." Murong Qing'er called the prince and brother, and inadvertently drew the relationship between the two closer.

"It's natural. Father is seriously ill. It's rare for you to be so caring. It's Father's blessing. How about this, you go back and wait for my news, and I will arrange for you to see Father as soon as possible." Murong Xiang didn't expect that Murong Qing'er could Calling myself Emperor Brother, I felt very happy in my heart, you know, Murong Qing'er always didn't take herself seriously when she only kissed the third brother.

"Thank you, Prince, Brother Huang, for your success, Brother Huang is really understanding!" Seeing Murong Xiang's agreement, Qing'er breathed a sigh of relief.

"Sister Qing'er, feel free to talk to Brother Huang if you have something to do in the future, and Brother Huang will definitely satisfy you!" Murong Xiang felt very proud when he heard Qing'er praise himself.

"That Qing'er is very grateful!" Murong Qing'er said with a smile, but in her heart she despised the prince from the beginning to the end. This person really has no ambitions and is not successful enough!
Besides, the old emperor, since the palace banquet, has been lying on the hospital bed with a dull expression, thinking of him all his life, although he has not made great contributions to the court, he has tried his best to do what he should do in this position.However, no matter what, he never expected that now his eldest son would conspire with killers, mutilate his favorite younger son, and imprison himself.How can I hand over the great country to this cruel and merciless son?Thinking of this, I feel extremely sad, and I only hate myself for not making a decision earlier, which caused today's catastrophe.

"Father, I see that you are here." Murong Xiang walked into the room, looking at the haggard old emperor in front of him, he couldn't bear it.But what can he do?Who made him, the emperor, only have his third son in his heart?
"I'm very happy that the emperor can come to see me!" The old emperor's weak voice sounded.

The prince was shocked, shouldn't the father hate himself?Why would you be happy to see yourself?After the palace banquet, he never came to see the old emperor again, and always felt unable to face him. Although he was ruthless, the person in front of him was always his biological father.

"Father is old, so I can't control that much anymore. The future of the Shengtian Dynasty will be handed over to you." Seeing Murong Xiang hesitate, the old emperor continued, "Father's time is numbered, you can supervise the country for now, When the father rides the crane to the west, the throne will be passed on to you. As the prince of a country, it will be justifiable for you to ascend the throne when the time comes, and the courtiers will submit to you."

(End of this chapter)