Daily life of black skin cub's princess

The hidden guards sent to various places reported back, and one of the hidden guards did not wait for Lu Xi's response after reporting back. He could feel the master's gaze on his face.

The secret guard was worried: "I don't know, but what is wrong with this mission? I implore the master to punish."

"Head up."

The dark guard was startled, and raised his head, but his gaze was still fixed on the floor honestly.

Lu Xi rubbed his chin: "Have you trained on your face recently?"

This was not the first time, more than one of the dark guards had bruises on their faces.According to his observations, only the girls in the dark guards have no bruises on their faces, and the rest have more or less bruises.

The dark guard hurriedly said, "It's because my subordinates are not skilled in martial arts."

Lu Xi waved him back, but when An Yi went back and forth to report the search results of the private soldiers of the Qiu Mansion overnight, Lu Xi couldn't help asking after finishing the business: "You raise your head."

An Yi was startled, but Lu Xi didn't see any bruises on An Yi's face.

"Recently, the training in the dark guard camp has been very hard?"

Although An Yi was a little surprised that Lu Xi would care about this issue, he still answered honestly: "Recently, the training intensity is indeed higher than before, but in the past, the dark guards were slack in training, and now it is just time to strengthen training and re-establish rules."

"Why do you hit your face when you just look at it alone?" Lu Xi still asked doubts.

An Yi is clear about the whole story: "Recently, I have focused on training the reaction ability of the dark guards, and it coincides with the tense situation in the capital, so it is inconvenient to injure hands and feet during training."

Lu Xi understood that there was indeed some truth, and finally asked curiously: "How do you train?"

"Blindfolded, the men first attack with fists and feet, and then attack with hidden weapons after the fists and feet are blocked, and the women use sandbags instead of fists and feet, and if the sandbags block them without hindrance, then attack with wild fruits."

Lu Xi couldn't help laughing out loud: "How come Gu doesn't remember that you used to feel pity and cherish jade? The queen mother has told Gu several times that you are too strict with the dark and the dark."

He choked secretly: "Subordinates really feel that since they have entered the dark guard camp, if they are too lax, they will lose their lives. However, women's faces are more refined than men's, and this alternative method will not hinder training."

"I didn't say you did it wrong." Lu Xi looked at An Yi with a smile, "It's just that you came up with this training method?"

"Gathering the strengths of all families is not the work of one person."

"Then if Gu Ruo wants to go to the Dark Guard Camp to see how you train, is it convenient?"

An Yi was silent for a moment: "Master, how can a body of a thousand gold set foot in the dark guard camp?"

"It's not that you haven't been there before, or are you hiding someone in the dark guard camp?" Lu Xi's tone was cold.

Again and again, An An ignored his superiority and humbleness, and suddenly raised his head, but bumped into Lu Xi's phoenix eyes with a strong smile, and was a little dazed for a moment.

Lu Xi waved his hand with a broken smile, restraining his cold tone just now: "Go on, I know." He patted the memorials piled up on the side casually, and sighed, "Even if Gu wants to go, he will not be free in the near future."

An Yi quietly breathed a sigh of relief, but he was not sure whether His Highness knew, and how much he knew.

***

The search for the private soldiers of the Qiu Mansion went smoothly, and the scholar and the strong man who was stunned by Chen Jinyi with a hidden weapon quenched with anesthesia should be the leaders of these people.It's just that the two don't count as dealing with each other, and their personalities are very different. After the scholar was arrested, he basically confessed to them, and just wanted to survive.But that brawny man didn't say anything, he was loyal to Qiu Chao.But this did not prevent them from capturing the private soldiers and seizing a large amount of weapons and armor according to the scholar's confession.

Some even bear the brand of the Ministry of War.

And from the dark room in the southern suburbs, a large amount of gold and silver treasures were found. According to the scholar, these are the money that Qiu Chao has received from corrupt ink for so many years.It also solved the mystery that when they ransacked the Qiu Mansion, there were no valuable items in the Qiu Mansion, and by the way, dispelled the rumors in the capital that Qiu Chao was dedicated to the people.

When the wall falls, people push it, and when the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.This has been the case since ancient times. The story of Caishikou robbing the Dharma Field was widely spread, and it spread out of the capital at an extremely fast speed. Everyone from old women to young children knew that Qiu Chao was a traitor who secretly hoarded soldiers and horses in an attempt to seek power and usurp the throne. .

The Qiu party was about to end, and His Royal Highness's blade was clearly aimed at Qiu Chao and the party members behind him.

Finally someone couldn't bear it any longer. When Lu Xun received the first memorial to retire and return home, a satisfied smile appeared on the corner of his lips.

Zhu approved a tick, yes.

As a result, many requests for resignation or memorials for self-invitation flew to Lu Xie's hands. Lu Xi only refuted the memorials of a few people, and almost agreed to the rest.In less than half a month, the members of the Qiu party in the capital were almost dead, those who were imprisoned were sent to prison, and some scattered.As for those vacant positions, Lu Li quickly issued new appointments, and a group of young and energetic officials began to emerge in the court.And those high and powerful positions were also taken over by some upright old ministers, and the court was completely renewed in just a few dozen days.

Han Dang finally breathed a sigh of relief, he was afraid that Lu Xun would drive out and kill all members of the Qiu party in a fit of anger.It's just because he understands in his heart that there are reasons for the formation of cliques in all parties. In the past, the emperor could tolerate and use crony parties to achieve the balance of government, but now one party is so powerful that it seems to override the monarchy and the prince cannot tolerate it, that's all.If you don't ask the reason, it is not an act of a wise king, but Han Dang also knows that if Lu Xi really wants to do this, no one in the world will be able to stop him.

Even the emperor can't.

Just because the emperor ordered the prince to be the marshal of the Northwest Army, he gave the prince the military power in the Northwest.In the earlier battle of the Fujian Sea, the prince had a secret order to fight against the bandits. Perhaps the tiger amulet that commanded the Fujian navy is still in the hands of the prince.When the emperor ordered the prince to supervise the country, he gave Zhu the right to seal and approve the decree, and also gave the Manchao Luanjia.This kind of power and courtesy seems to far exceed the power of the vice monarch.

The officials thought that the crown prince was too powerful, but after thinking about it, they felt that there should be nothing wrong with Qiu Chao's check and balance.But in an instant, Qiu Chao was imprisoned, the Qiu party was defeated, and he assassinated the prince with private soldiers in full view. He was an undoubted traitor.

Now instead of saying that Lu Xi is the deputy prince of the state, it is better to say that he is already the same monarch, and even far surpasses the present in terms of power and decisiveness.

Han Danghou was thinking wildly outside the East Palace, and before he could figure out the worries in his heart, Li Fu had already left the East Palace to lead him in.Han Dang followed behind Li Fu, thinking again about what he was waiting to say, and couldn't help but smile wryly after he realized it. He hadn't been so cautious with the emperor before.

Li Fu led him to the study, and when he was about to report, Han Dang hurriedly dragged Li Fu back a few steps, and said softly, "How is your Highness today?"

Li Fu looked at Han Dang like this amusedly, and said: "Han Gong has broken the old slave, how does the slave know His Highness's mind?"

Han Dang hesitated for a moment, reaching out his hand as if wanting to touch some broken silver, but he seldom did such a thing, and his movements were a little hesitant and unfamiliar.Li Fu knew what he was going to do with just a glance, and put his hands together in his sleeves: "But Your Highness has always respected Han Gong, even if Han Gong Shangshu thinks His Highness doesn't like it, His Highness will definitely not blame Han Gong."

"Thank you, father-in-law." Han Dang remembered his wife's advice before going out, and still took out the broken silver.

Li Fu pretended he didn't see it, bowed his head and smiled and said, "Mr. Han, please come in. Don't make His Highness wait any longer." He had been immersed in the palace for so many years, and he was an eunuch, so he was naturally not a high-spirited person. But he also knew that the money from some people in Donggong Walking could not be accepted.This is also what Director Shen mentioned to him before - money from criminals, powerful traitors, and upright officials cannot be accepted.

And Han Dang is the last category.

Han Dang had no choice but to stuff the broken silver back into his sleeves, straightened his robe and walked into the study.The reason why he was so cautious this time was because of Li Fu's words just now, he knew that the memorial he presented this time must be disliked by Lu Xi.

Sure enough, after his memorial was presented, Lu Xun carefully flipped through it several times, and only after a stick of incense was burned did he speak in an undisputed voice: "Han Gong thinks that Gu should not punish Shen Hebi?"

Han Dang has not sat down since he entered the study room, and even bowed at this moment: "Rong Chen detailed report, Shen Hebi is five years ago Renshun 20 years Lin'an Prefecture Xie Yuan, should have participated in the 21 year examination, However, when he lived in the Kongzhu Villa, he was involved in a murder incident, and he was the most suspected suspect in the case. During this period, Qiu Chao ordered people to look for him three times, and finally went to the Kongzhu Villa to take him under the door, but finally returned home. Unwilling to succumb to Qiu Chao, he was deeply imprisoned, although in the end Dali Temple found out the murderer and returned his innocence, but he also missed the exam that year."

Lu Xi twitched his lips: "Of course I believe what Han Gong said, but I have to believe the evidence. According to the testimony, Shen and Bi are Qiu Chao's staff. Han Gong thinks that Dali Temple needs to frame such a commoner who has not even entered the court. ?”

Lu Xi's tone was not harsh, but Han Dang knew that he was already angry, and he couldn't help but sweat a little on his forehead: "There is still an inside story about this matter. Shen Hebi's family is in Lin'an, and his father died early. There are only mother and siblings in the family. My younger brother also has a younger sister. Her younger sister is a well-known talented woman in Lin'an. In order to force her to submit, Qiu Chao wanted her younger sister to be her daughter-in-law and marry that prodigal son of Qiu Chengtian. Shen Hebi had no choice but to enter Qiu's mansion, just to ensure the safety of his family. .”

Han Dang knelt down in his robes: "The minister pleaded for Shen Hebi, not only because Qiu Chao threatened him first, but also because he is a man of great talent. His talent is well-known in the south of the Yangtze River. This is well known in the court and the public. His younger brother Shen Jifeng has practiced martial arts since childhood, and Shen Hebi After missing the test, his younger brother joined the army, and the Minhai campaign was also included in the award. I have read Shen Jifeng's war strategy theory, and although he is not well-known now, with his wisdom and bravery, he will surely become a fierce general in time."

"According to what you said, Shen Hebi has been in Qiu's residence for four years. Can Prime Minister Zuo guarantee that he did not advise Qiu Chao? And in the past, the Ministry of War was controlled by Qiu Chao. How can Prime Minister Zuo guarantee that Shen Jifeng has no help from Qiu Chao behind him? His meritorious service All for him?"

Han Dang smiled wryly. He watched his beads of sweat hit the floor tiles. Even if he could guarantee it, what guarantee could he take?The most important thing is that kings have been suspicious since ancient times, and His Royal Highness should have been suspicious of himself this time, otherwise, how could he directly call the official name?But he was unwilling to give up like this. Qiu Chaoquan has been in power for decades, and he has threatened countless people. Some of his subordinates are willing to follow him, and some have to submit to survive. People in similar situations are likely to be spared.

The most important thing is that the disaster of Shen and Bi was caused by Qiu Chao, but it was also caused by today's arbitrariness of power. Killing Shen and Bi is a small matter, but what should be done if it chills the hearts of scholars all over the world?

"For the time being, Mr. Han, let's get up." Lu Xi closed the memorial and put it aside.

Han Dang was somewhat disappointed and somewhat fortunate. Disappointed that Lu Xi's attitude seemed to have confirmed that Shen Hebi was guilty, and fortunate that there was still room for discussion. He didn't bother anymore, and just said: "The case of Shen Hebi, I have a peek at the leopard. I am afraid that there may be some inaccuracies. I implore Your Highness to investigate thoroughly."

"Yes." Lu Xi replied indifferently, "I have one more matter to discuss with Mr. Han." This half sentence obviously softened, "This time, Mr. Wu has made great contributions to disaster relief, and he has solved a strange case, bringing his notoriety to the public." Yuanyang's Yue Huacheng was arrested and brought to justice. In about three to five days, Duke Wu will return to Beijing, and he wants to reward him alone, but he is suffering from not knowing how to reward him. I wonder if Duke Han has any suggestions?"

Han Dang pondered for a moment: "My minister thought that Wu Guogong deserved to be rewarded for what he did, but he was already granted the title of duke when he was only young enough to be crowned. Reward gold, silver, and silk as a reward."

"If you don't know him well, if you reward him with gold, silver and silk, you might as well reward him with a few bunches of candied haws."

Han Dang was surprised by the intimacy in Lu Xi's tone, and remembered the marriage gift that was missing.In fact, the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty secretly speculated that with the power of the current crown prince, how could he be at the mercy of the emperor, and the matter of marrying a man might be nothing.Although Han Dang, as a powerful minister and close minister, knew that the marriage was requested by Lu Xie, but now he said it from Lu Xie's mouth, there is still a bit of horror.

"It's just a joke. What Duke Han said is true. There is nothing to seal and can only be rewarded. Gold, silver and silk are naturally needed, but it is not easy to make too much publicity. Gu has another idea. Gu wants to allow him to walk in the palace and carry a sword in front of the emperor." , I don't know what Han Gong wants?"

Han Dang couldn't help but gasped, this was worse than adding an official to a noble rank. Since Dayu's reign, except for the guards of the imperial army on duty and the generals when he was crowned triumphantly, only the powerful ministers of Jiuxi Jia , or in other words, it is the regent who has the most power in the government and the opposition.As for horse riding in the palace, only Jiuxi's important ministers have this honor, and even the important officials who are over sixty years old can only ride in the palace.

Han Dang was stunned and remained silent for a long time, gently remonstrating: "My minister remembers that Wu Guogong does not have a mansion in Beijing, and gold, silver, money and silk are things outside of him, but the mansion is a place to settle down, so it is better to give Wu Guogong a mansion."

Unexpectedly, Lu Xi refused directly: "Gu will not give Wu Guogong's mansion, so there is no need to mention this matter again. If Han Gong feels that the palace has passed, then allow him to carry a sword in front of him."

His Highness had already taken a step back, and Han Dang couldn't push him any further.After discussing a few more things, Han Dang stood up and resigned, but before leaving, he mentioned the matter of Shen Hebi again.Looking at Lu Xi's dark and deep eyes, Han Dang once again felt that he was old. Compared with the so-called tyrant, Han Dang still had a feeling that he was on a chessboard and Lu Xi was a chess player. feeling.

I can only comfort myself that the future monarch has plans, at least the people of the world will not suffer too much.

Li Fu sent Han Dang out of the East Palace. When Han Dang turned to leave, Li Fu called him back and said, "Your Highness was forced by the Qiu party in the early years, so he had to hide his strength and bide his time. I think Mr. Han understands the hatred in his heart."

Han Dang smiled wryly, he couldn't bear to die because he understood.

"But Your Highness is not a hard-hearted person, but if Han Gong directly admonishes His Highness, it will always be unattractive and damage your friendship with His Highness."

Han Dang hurriedly bowed: "I also ask my father-in-law to enlighten me."

"Oh." Li Fu hurriedly replied, "Han Gong is too polite, our family just can't bear Han Gong and His Highness's divorce because of such things. Naturally, someone can say things that Han Gong can't say."

"I don't know what Eunuch is referring to..."

"Han Gong waited for another three or five days, and that talented Shen must also wait for another three or five days." Li Fu saluted with a smile, turned and entered the East Palace.

Han Dang was stunned for a while, and waited another three to five days...

Just now His Highness said that Wu Guogong will return to Beijing in three to five days. Could it be that Wu Guogong is the one Li Fu wants him to ask for?