Was the whole group wiped out in the previous life? Reborn to drag the crippled king into the bridal

On the third day after Prince Yu was assassinated, rumors began to spread that the assassin was sent by Emperor Wenzong.

The reason was that the Prince of Yu's achievements were so great that Emperor Wenzong was very wary of him and did not hesitate to use assassins to get rid of him.

This is exactly the same as the confession made by the seventh assassin that day. Perhaps it was the news released by the assassins who escaped.

It is also possible that the real mastermind behind the assassination deliberately spread rumors. In any case, Emperor Wenzong was pushed to the forefront.

However, most people were afraid of Emperor Wenzong and did not dare to make comments in public. They only dared to say a few words in private.

But occasionally there are some brave ones who are not afraid of power and dare to discuss this matter publicly in teahouses in groups of three or five.

"This can't be true, can it?"

"The emperor is always ruthless, so it's not impossible."

"Yes, it is said that in Southern Xinjiang, His Royal Highness the King has become a legend."

"I have also heard that people in Southern Xinjiang do not know Emperor Wenzong, but only know the God of War, King Yu."

"There are also rumors that when His Royal Highness was injured, someone lied about military intelligence and tricked His Royal Highness."

"No, no, what I heard was that someone deliberately did not go to support, causing His Royal Highness and others to fight alone."

While they were talking heatedly, patrolling soldiers came in, but they just scolded them and did not arrest them all.

Seeing this, others did not dare to discuss the matter anymore for the time being, but after they walked away, some people continued to talk about it.

Some of these people acted spontaneously, while others deliberately guided public opinion, betting that Emperor Wenzong would not kill them all.

In the inner court of the imperial palace, Emperor Wenzong was so angry after listening to Li Tuquan's report that he glared and asked, "That thief hasn't confessed yet?"

Li Tuquan had personally been to the Tianlao in the past few days to watch their interrogation. "The assassin insisted that it was your Majesty who ordered it."

"Nonsense! I'm not a fool, how could I do such a thing?" It was easy for Emperor Wenzong to take Chu Xuanchi's life.

Li Tuquan could only say nice things to appease him, "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. There are also similar rumors in the streets now."

Emperor Wenzong was eager to find out who was behind this. "How come those good-for-nothings in the prison can't even get the truth out of them?"

Li Tuquan patiently explained, "It's true that the Prince Yu's Mansion was too heavy-handed, causing severe injuries. The people in the Heavenly Prison couldn't do anything about it."

Although the interrogation methods of the people in Tianlao are powerful, the assassin Lao Qi's mouth is harder than bones and he has not changed his words to this day.

Because he had been tortured in Prince Yu's Palace, the people in the Heavenly Prison did not dare to use harsh measures, fearing that he would not be able to bear it and die, and then they would have no way to interrogate him.

Therefore, not only did they temporarily interrupt the interrogation, they also provided him with good food and drink, and even called the imperial physician to come and treat him.

Emperor Wenzong calmed down and understood. He stopped making trouble and asked, "Is there any movement in Prince Yu's Palace?"

Li Tuquan's face was full of worry. "No, from yesterday till now, I haven't seen the imperial physician, the palace physician, or even your highness."

Emperor Wenzong frowned, "If the court physician and the imperial physician had not personally diagnosed him that night, I would have suspected that he was faking illness."

Li Tuquan said confidently: "No, the court doctor and the imperial doctor are all our own people, they will not lie, your highness's injury must be true."

Emperor Wenzong sighed, "This child, even if he really lost face that night, he shouldn't have been so afraid of seeing a doctor and delayed his treatment."

"Not only did His Highness refuse to receive treatment, he also refused to take a single drop of water yesterday. Princess Yu was unable to persuade him, so she had to resort to the self-torture tactic and also went on a hunger strike for a day."

Li Tuquan also got the information from his informant, which was naturally the news released deliberately by Chu Xuanchi in order to cover up the truth of yesterday.

In this way, Mo Zhaohua not only successfully broke through the mental method, but also gained a good reputation. The outside world said that she had a deep affection for King Yu.

Emperor Wenzong was more satisfied with Mo Zhaohua after hearing this. "Let the Crown Prince and the Eighth Brother and Sister go to Prince Yu's Mansion to see if they can meet him."

The prince is friendly and respectful to his brothers. His brothers have always respected him. Chu Xuanchi is the same. Maybe he can meet him again.

The Eighth Prince seldom leaves the palace, so Chu Xuanchi might give face to his brother. Princess Jiashan is lively and will be closer to him.

If Chu Xuanchi refused to see them, they could only use their status to pressure him and ask Empress Dowager Yuande to leave the palace in person.

Emperor Wenzong himself was unwilling to leave the palace. Now the enemy countries were eyeing him covetously, and there were countless spies and assassins in Shengjing. It was too dangerous outside the palace.

Li Tuquan responded in a low voice, "Yes, Your Majesty."

***

Prince Yu’s Palace, East Wing.

The west wing was severely damaged that night and is still under repair.

Therefore, Chu Xuanchi and Mo Zhaohua could only rest in the east wing for the past few days.

Mo Zhaohua sat on the edge of the bed with a plate of snacks in her hand. "Now that I have made a breakthrough, why is my husband still putting on such a show?"

His reputation was earned through military exploits, with blood and tears, and she really couldn't bear to see him being slandered by the outside world.

Chu Xuanchi leaned against the head of the bed and said, "If I act like this for just one day, it would seem like I am being too frivolous and untrustworthy."

Mo Zhaohua picked up a piece of dessert and passed it to his mouth, "How long do you plan to perform, my husband? I will have a better idea of ​​what to do."

This was a snack made by Amber in the small kitchen and secretly brought in by Wuying. The others didn't know and thought they were on a hunger strike.

Chu Xuanchi bit off the dessert with her hand, and his lips touched her fingers, and both of their expressions became a little unnatural.

In the past, he would have preferred to do it alone, but now he enjoyed the intimacy between husband and wife and wanted to get each other used to it.

He simply grabbed her hand and played with her fingers, "It will take at least three to five days. Father will be more anxious than me."

Rumors were spreading outside, and since Emperor Wenzong could not make the assassin tell the truth, he had to show his attention to him to reduce suspicion.

Mo Zhaohua placed the snack plate on the bedside, picking up some snacks with his free hands, "If this continues, will His Majesty come over to persuade my husband personally?"

Chu Xuanchi was one step faster than her, "Not really. It's dangerous outside the palace. Father won't leave the palace easily, but it's hard to say about the Empress and the Empress."

It was something they could clearly do, but they reciprocated the favor. She fed him a bite, and he also fed her a bite. The atmosphere was extremely ambiguous.

Mo Zhaohua was not hypocritical. He fed her and she ate calmly. "If the Royal Grandmother and the Queen come, will you still continue this play, my husband?"

Chu Xuanchi was very satisfied. "It depends on the assassin's confession. I am not doing this just for you, but I have more plans..."

He was unwilling to let the assassin's night attack on Prince Yu's palace go easily, and he was willing to destroy his own reputation and make a big deal out of it.

Although the rumors outside were caused by a mastermind behind the scenes, he also fanned the flames and forced Emperor Wenzong to give an explanation for the matter.

Mo Zhaohua listened and said, "My husband is indeed wise. I didn't think it through. This incident has given my husband a good opportunity."

Chu Xuanchi showed a hint of pride, "The worst result is that we can't find the person behind the scenes, but father will definitely make some concessions to me."