The legitimate daughter becomes cannon fodder? Rebirth to overthrow the system's fatality

The case of the assassination of Prince Rui was quickly solved, and the final result was that it was just a gang.

When Mengzhou reported the results to Emperor Zhaolie, he snorted and laughed.

"Forget it, bring everyone back."

I've been watching them, and I don't know how I'm going to let these two fight.

"Yes."

"What's going on with the Queen and the Wei family recently?" Emperor Zhaolie asked again.

"In recent days, the Queen and Consort Xian are on the verge of falling out. The Queen has personally sent someone to watch over the Crown Prince. Other than that, there has been no movement."

Emperor Zhaolie stopped writing and said, "Who can be hurt by the Crown Prince's petty tricks? We still have to force Wei Lingyi to take action."

"The Queen never takes action easily."

"So I have to add some firewood. You go down."

"My minister retire."

After Mengzhou left, Eunuch Quan stepped forward to add more tea to Emperor Zhaolie.

"You mentioned these two people. I wanted to give them a break, but they refused to accept my kindness. The imperial examination is coming soon, so don't let anything go wrong."

"No, there are several ministers and the prime minister in the Spring Examination."

"How is Lao Wu doing in the Ministry of Personnel recently?"

"…The Fifth Prince goes to the Ministry of Personnel every day and is very dedicated to his work."

"Tsk, even if you don't tell me, I know that boy will take the job seriously?"

Is there any emperor in the world who is as cowardly as him?

I worried so much about that boy, but he just ignored me.

Emperor Zhaolie threw down his pen and stood up: "It's time to go to Concubine Xian's palace for lunch."

Recently, Concubine Xian and Prince Rui have been on the rise, and Prince Rui has also been working hard, doing the tasks assigned to him by Emperor Zhaolie very well.

Emperor Zhaolie was very happy and spent almost half of the month in Concubine Xian's palace.

Not only that, Emperor Zhaolie also promoted several officials from Prince Rui's faction to participate in the spring examination.

The Spring Examination was an important way for the imperial court to select talents. Whichever side took the lead would be more advantageous.

In the court, rumors of a new heir gradually spread.

This time, not to mention the crown prince, even the queen could hardly sit still.

"Bang!" An exquisite glass cup shattered into pieces.

"The emperor really doesn't take my Wei family seriously!" Wei Xiangming sat on the chair with a gloomy face and cold eyes.

"Brother, it's time to let those people know who has the final say in Dongling!" The queen's eyes were also cold.

"Don't worry, didn't the emperor promote those minor officials? I will let him know what it means to lose the watermelon while picking up sesame seeds."

"What are you going to do, brother?"

"I have my own plan. I will make sure you get rid of this anger."

Within two days, a major case occurred that shocked the government and the public.

Duke Mu was unexpectedly involved in a case of smuggling salt.

If it were just this, it would not be considered shocking to the government and the public.

During a thorough investigation of the case, it was discovered that Duke Mu had forced women of good families into prostitution and even committed numerous evil deeds in order to win over court officials.

The most important thing is that Duke Mu is the cousin of Concubine Xian’s mother.

“Your Majesty, do you want to continue investigating? If you continue, Prince Rui might be implicated. In the end, in order to protect Prince Rui, the Duke Mu’s Mansion can no longer be saved. I’m afraid that Concubine Xian will…” Mengzhou asked in a low voice.

Emperor Zhaolie threw the memorial on the table and said, "Since the Wei family has given me such a huge gift, I must accept it. Investigate! Investigate thoroughly!"

"Yes."

When Mengzhou went out, Concubine Xian happened to come in with a food box.

"Your Majesty." Concubine Xian bowed.

Emperor Zhaolie asked in a neutral tone: "Why are you here?"

"The emperor did not come to my palace for lunch. I was worried about his health, so I made some soup for him."

"Leave it alone."

The virtuous concubine put the soup down, spoke a few more words of concern in a gentle voice, then turned and left without saying a word to plead for Duke Mu.

When she returned to Yunguang Palace, Chu Ze was already waiting for her.

"Mother, have you gone to ask for mercy from the Emperor?"

"The harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs. Even if I plead for mercy, it won't change anything. Now I just ask your father to look after our faces and not involve too many people."

Chu Ze slammed his palm on the table and said, "The Wei family is going too far! I haven't settled the matter with them about the coming-of-age ceremony last time. Do they really think I am a pushover?"

The expression on Concubine Xian's face remained calm, but there was a chill in her eyes.

"He has touched Duke Mu's residence, so we have to make them suffer!"

Duke Mu’s Mansion is an extremely important member of their faction. All financial matters and official connections depend on him.

Now that he's in trouble, their faction has been severely damaged.

……

That night, the moon was as white as snow, and its lonely and cold light added a sense of mystery to this imperial city.

Inside the house, two people sat opposite each other.

"Brother Emperor has established a new palace, which is really enviable."

Chu Ze curled his lips: "What are you envious of?"

"I envy you your freedom."

"You're almost there, you'll be crowned next year."

Chu Ze picked up the cup and took a sip, then sighed, "Good wine."

A faint smile appeared on Chu Heng's face.

Chu Ze asked: "By the way, I remember you said that you wanted to leave Beijing and go to your fiefdom when you came of age?"

"Yes."

"Would Miss Cheng be willing to go with you? After all, her family is in the capital."

“When the time comes, there will always be a way out. Maybe then, we will both be willing to change for each other.”

Chu Ze's hand holding the wine glass tightened, and he quickly put away his expression.

"What do you think about Duke Mu's matter?"

"Royal brother, please make a decision now, so as not to implicate yourself."

Chu Heng also knew that even if he didn't say it, Chu Ze would do the same.

Even if Chu Ze didn't do this, this incident would not implicate Chu Ze.

The old fox still wants to keep Chu Ze to check and balance the prince, and nothing will happen to Chu Ze until the prince is completely overthrown.

"But I am unwilling to accept this!" Chu Ze sighed.

"If he cuts off one of your arms, you can also pull out one of his fangs. One day, the Wei family will be a toothless tiger."

"Do you have any idea?"

"This time, the reason why the Wei family couldn't sit still is because the emperor promoted your people and let them participate in the Spring Examination."

Chu Ze nodded: "Yes, the Wei family has always been domineering, controlling the Spring Examination and recruiting talents for the prince's faction."

Chu Heng continued, "So, this move made him feel a sense of crisis. The Ministry of Rites is responsible for etiquette and diplomacy, and is also involved in the compilation and approval of classics, history, and the imperial examinations. It is easy for him to recruit talents. Since the emperor wants to make him suffer for a while, what's the point of making a small fuss?"

"You mean... the Minister of Personnel Wei Yuanshan?"

Chu Heng didn't say anything, but picked up the wine glass and took a sip.

Chu Ze frowned and moved closer: "It's not that I haven't thought about it, but Wei Yuanshan is very careful in his work, and the relationships behind him are complicated."

"It's quite complicated. I remember he had quite a few daughters..."

"Eighteen of them, all married into noble families."

Chu Heng's mouth twitched, and he sighed: "Minister Wei is really still strong despite his old age."

"This old man is a smooth person, and he has such a strong backer. It's really hard to touch him."

"Hey, brother, think about it. His position is stable because of his marriage relationship, but if this marriage relationship is gone..."

"Even if I can destroy one in-law, there are eighteen families. Do you want me to send people to kill all his eighteen daughters? Wouldn't that cause unrest in the government and the country, and everyone would rise up to attack me?"

"Why kill people? Just make them avoid the Wei family girl."

Chu Ze narrowed his eyes thoughtfully.

"Now that you mention it, I have some ideas. Wei Yuanshan's hands are clean, but his sons-in-law may not be."

After saying that, Chu Ze raised his lips and patted Chu Heng on the shoulder: "Old Five, Old Five, what would I do without you?"

After saying this, he picked up the wine glass and drank it all, then put the glass back on the table and stood up.

"It's getting late. I should go home. Come to my house for a drink another day."

Chu Heng raised his glass, looked at Chu Ze's back and curled his lips slightly.