The experience of living in the cold palace

Li Xuan just felt that his brain was a little exhausted.

What's going on?

It's not enough to have Duke Wei, Jin Yiwei, and Dongchang. Now there's a queen.

Isn’t this messy enough?

but.

Li Xuan thought about it carefully and felt that Zhao Feilong must have some reason for saying this.

However, this sentence alone is not enough to conclude that the Queen must be related to Zhao Feilong's treason case.

Li Xuan couldn't help but ask: "Empress, did your father behave in any unusual way before you entered the palace?"

He remembered that the empress entered the palace seven years ago. One year after the empress entered the palace, Zhao Feilong was convicted of treason.

Empress Zhao recalled carefully and frowned: "I remember that my father's face was very ugly at that time, as if something had happened to him. However, I asked him, but he refused to tell me that at that time, the palace was selecting a concubine, and my father Then he arranged for me to enter the palace."

"After that, he returned to Yuanzhou and continued to guard the border to prevent Turks from attacking."

Li Xuan's eyes flashed suddenly when he heard Empress Zhao's narration.

He couldn't help but ask: "I remember, Yuanzhou is next to Zhongzhou, right?"

Empress Zhao nodded: "Well, Yuanzhou and Zhongzhou are connected. If Yuanzhou is lost, the Turks can march straight in and attack Zhongzhou. Zhongzhou is the hinterland of Daqian. Once it is broken, Daqian will be in danger, so my father always I stay in Yuanzhou and rarely go home."

Although she looks sweet, she is the daughter of a Marquis after all.

Some common sense about military equipment is a little more clear than other women.

Li Xuan's eyes showed a look of contemplation: "That's right, maybe the problem lies here."

Empress Zhao was puzzled: "What's right? Xiao Xuanzi, please explain it clearly."

Li Xuan did not sell it: "Xu Anshu, the Duke of Wei who is currently the governor of the two states, manages one of the states is Zhongzhou, and Zhongzhou is the headquarters of the Xia family, and the queen was born in the Xia family. Aren't all these connected? Are you on it?!"

"Xiao Xuanzi, your mind is really active. You thought of the joints so quickly. But, is my father's treason case related to the Xia family?"

Empress Zhao was close to Zhu Zhechi, and she also learned some flattery skills from Li Xuan.

Although it is still very raw, it is quite useful to Li Xuan.

The sweet girl's flattery still smells good.

Li Xuan shook his head: "The information currently available is still too little, and we can't draw a conclusion yet. However, your father reminded you to be careful about the Queen. He must have found something wrong with the Xia family."

There was a pause.

He expressed his conjecture: "Maybe your father was discovered by the Xia family on the way to investigate the Xia family, and then framed. This Wei Guogong may also be involved."

Empress Zhao frowned, somewhat puzzled: "If it is really the Xia family, then why did the Xia family want to harm my father? The Xia family is the head of the nine great families in the world. They are relatives of the emperor and have countless resources in their hands. What is there to be ashamed of? Place?"

Li Xuan put his finger on his chin: "I don't know either. If we can find out what is the secret connection between Jin Yiwei, Dongchang, Wei Guogong, and the Xia family, then maybe we can solve your mystery."

There was a trace of sadness in Empress Zhao's eyes: "These forces are not trivial, Xiaoxuanzi, how are you going to investigate? Even if the investigation is clear, with the energy of these forces, can my father's case still be overturned?"

She had a clear mind and quickly saw clearly the huge risks lurking in it.

This case, involving just one of Wei Guogong, Jin Yiwei, Dongchang, and Xia family, is extremely troublesome.

Not to mention being related to these forces.

The most important thing is, does the emperor know the truth of that year?

If the emperor knew about it, would there be any point in overturning the verdict? !

Li Xuan comforted him: "Mother, I told you that justice prevails in people's hearts. No matter how complicated and involved this matter is, at least we have some clues now, right? Don't worry, I will investigate it carefully."

There was a pause.

He said in a solemn tone: "One is one, and two is two. Even the emperor cannot confuse right and wrong. If your father is really framed, I will definitely seek justice for your father and make the person who deserves to pay the price All pay the price."

Under the current situation, if he didn't give Lady Zhao some encouragement, he suspected that Lady Zhao might not be able to persevere.

after all.

The strength involved behind it is far beyond imagination.

When the truth is revealed one day, it will definitely cause shock throughout the world.

It will even have a greater impact than the birth of the destiny map.

Empress Zhao looked at Li Xuan's firm eyes, and her somewhat gloomy mood seemed to be ignited.

Li Xuan, an outsider, could have such confidence, how could she be discouraged? !

"Thank you, Xiaoxuanzi, but if nothing can be done, stop investigating. I'm very grateful that you can help me find this." Empress Zhao said.

Li Xuan smiled: "Don't worry, empress, take care of yourself and wait for the day when the truth comes out."

Think about it.

He added: "Oh, by the way, I may go to Dongzhou tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. It will take some time before I can come back."

Dongzhou is much farther from the capital than Taihu Province. Even riding a fire cloud horse requires almost ten days of journey.

A round trip, plus the time spent in Dongzhou, it may take at least a month before he can return to Leng Palace.

You still have to tell Empress Zhao in advance to avoid worrying her.

"What are you doing in Dongzhou?" Zhao Niangniang asked curiously.

Li Xuan said ambiguously: "A friend of mine has encountered some trouble, and I have to help her deal with it."

Empress Zhao thought for a while: "I remember that Uncle Wang served as the navy marshal in Tianhai Province, Dongzhou. Do you need me to write a letter to him for you?"

The Uncle Wang she was talking about was naturally her father Zhao Feilong's best friend, Wang Qinghou, the Marquis of Huai'an.

Since Zhao Feilong was beheaded, Wang Qinghou was transferred to Dongzhou as the navy marshal.

Now he is considered to be in a high position of authority.

"No need, my status is low now, so I'd better not go see this Marquis yet." Li Xuan shook his head and refused.

The protons of Huai'an Hou Wang Qinghou and Wang Wenliang are different.

If you receive a letter from Empress Zhao, you can easily find out what happened to you.

There is no need to take this risk.

after all.

Li Xuan didn't know what role Wang Qinghou played in Zhao Feilong's case.

You know, before Zhao Feilong was convicted of treason, Wei Guogong, the commander of Jinyiwei, and the deputy director of Dongchang all came to Wang Qinghou.

Li Xuan didn't know what Wang Qinghou talked about with these people, so he didn't know whether Wang Qinghou was good or bad.

Although Wang Qinghou ran around for Zhao Feilong afterwards, there was no guarantee that this was not staged.

"That's right. This matter is too involved. It's better not to meet Uncle Wang rashly before you have conclusive evidence." Empress Zhao nodded.

She also didn't want Li Xuan to be put in danger just to help her investigate her father's case.

Li Xuan chatted with Empress Zhao for a while, and after confirming that there was nothing wrong with Empress Zhao's mentality, she left with peace of mind.

After a while.

He came to Empress Xiao's palace again.

Since becoming the general manager, he doesn't have many worries anymore.

From time to time, he interacts with various empresses in the name of patrolling.

The people under his command naturally did not dare to say anything.

now.

Empress Xiao was not in the palace, but resting in the bedroom.

Although she was nourished by the Nourishing Tree, she was still severely affected by the incarnation outside her body.

As a result, she was always in a depressed state.

Fortunately, she is at least alive now, proving that her incarnation is also alive.

Otherwise, Madam Xiao might also die.

"Empress, how are you?" Li Xuan looked at Empress Xiao who was leaning on the bed with a concerned expression.

Empress Xiao's face was pale, her whole body was weak, and she had completely lost her past charm:

"Hey, it's still the same. I can't die for the time being."

Li Xuan said: "Mother, I'm ready. I'll go and ask for leave from Manager Zhang later, and I'll leave tomorrow or the day after tomorrow to deal with your incarnation in Dongzhou. It may take about a month to come back. "

When Empress Xiao heard this, her beautiful eyes lit up slightly: "Are you going to leave? Can you still sense my external incarnation now? Do you want me to help you strengthen your thoughts?"

"You can still vaguely sense it, but it's not too clear." Li Xuan said.

Empress Xiao sighed: "That's right, this means that my external incarnation is also extremely weak now. After you arrive in Dongzhou, you may not be able to sense the exact location of the external incarnation. When the time comes, you can go to Penglai, Dongzhou first Take a look at the island. Before I left, I put my incarnation here."

"Yes, I understand." Li Xuan nodded.

Empress Xiao looked at Li Xuan: "Be careful."

"Don't worry, empress. I will try my best to help empress bring her incarnation back." Li Xuan said.

He couldn't help but have some expectations in his heart.

Now Empress Xiao's favorability towards herself has reached 100.

If I bring her incarnation back, will her favorability directly exceed 100? !

The favorability of Empress Duanmu exceeded 100, and she brought herself the gift of swordsmanship, a reward that transcended magical skills.

I wonder what rewards Empress Xiao will bring to me? !

'However, this trip to Dongzhou may not be smooth sailing, so we have to be careful. ’

Li Xuan silently warned himself not to drift.

After leaving Empress Xiao's palace.

Li Xuan went straight to Manager Zhang's yard.

In addition to practicing martial arts, General Manager Zhang makes tea in the yard on weekdays, as if he is taking care of himself.

When Li Xuan arrived at General Manager Zhang's yard.

General Manager Zhang was sitting in a rocking chair making tea. Next to him was an old acquaintance, Zhao Hao, the stall owner of Dongchang.

"General Manager Li, Eunuch Zhao and I were chatting about you just now, but I didn't expect you to come." Manager Zhang Da said with a smile when he saw Li Xuan.

Zhao Hao also smiled and said: "Eunuch Li, I haven't seen you for such a long time and I haven't even had time to congratulate you on your promotion to general manager."

Li Xuan said: "It's all thanks to Manager Zhang. I'll be the host tomorrow and invite you two to have a drink at Cuiyun Tower in the capital."

Cuiyun Tower is the best restaurant in the capital. The minimum consumption is ten taels of silver per person.

Those who can enter Cuiyun Tower to eat are basically either rich or noble.

The reason why Li Xuan took the initiative to ask for a treat was because he wanted to take the opportunity to trick Zhao Hao about Zhao Feilong's case.

However, now is not a good time. It will not be too late to talk after I have finished dealing with Madam Xiao.

"Tsk, tsk, then our family will be waiting." Manager Zhang said with a smile.

Zhao Hao said: "No problem, I've been free recently, and the steamed fish at Cuiyun Tower is a must-have. I haven't tried it for a long time."

Li Xuan said: "Okay, I will order one for each person then, but this meal may have to wait for a month."

"What, is there something wrong with Mr. Li?" Mr. Zhang couldn't help but ask.

Li Xuan nodded and said: "I came here this time to ask for leave from General Manager Zhang. A friend of mine outside the palace has encountered something. I need to help her deal with it. It may take about a month."

"Does it take so long?" Manager Zhang asked in surprise.

Li Xuan smiled bitterly: "I have no choice. I have to go to Dongzhou. The round trip may take twenty days. I hope Manager Zhang will approve it."

Manager Zhang pondered for a while, then nodded and said, "Since it's a friend's matter, it's okay with our family. Anyway, there's nothing special to do in Leng Palace recently. Manager Li, remember to go early and come back early."

"Thank you, Manager Zhang." Li Xuan bowed.

Zhao Hao said: "Eunuch Li, if you go to Dongzhou, you can take the waterway, which should save a lot of time."

"Thank you, Eunuch Zhao, for reminding me. That's what I had in mind." Li Xuan nodded.

After getting the leave note from Manager Zhang.

Li Xuan didn't stay any longer and said goodbye.

…

The next day.

Li Xuan got up early and went to each palace to say goodbye to the ladies one by one.

Except for Empress Luo, who was sarcastic and could not hide the concern in her words, the other empresses told Li Xuan to be more careful.

after all.

It's hard to find a manager who takes such good care of them and is considerate these days.

An hour later.

Li Xuan used Dongchang's token to leave the palace, then came to his small courtyard and brought Jinhua out.

Wanhua Mountain in Dongzhou is also the hometown of Jinhua.

This time, Li Xuan planned to take Jinhua back to have a look in his spare time.

He told He Yuzhu about his itinerary again, and then told her to practice with peace of mind, then took Jinhua and rode out of the capital.

Seven days later.

Aboard a luxury passenger ship.

Li Xuan had dressed up as a young master, looked at the city looming in the distance amid the mist of the river, and asked:

"Boatman, is Shuiyun City ahead?"

The boatman rowed the boat hard on the bow and said loudly:

"Yes, young master, when we reach Shuiyun City, we have reached the boundary of Dongzhou."

Li Xuan nodded slightly and breathed a sigh of relief.

Indeed, as Zhao Hao said, traveling by water would be faster, saving him three days.

"Chi chi chi chi."

Jinhua was hidden in Li Xuan's sleeves, and she also poked her head out, looking around.

Li Xuan rubbed Jinhua and whispered: "When I finish handling the business, I will take you back to Wanhua Mountain."

In his mind, he could already roughly sense the location of the external avatar.

Although it is still unclear, it is definitely still within Dongzhou.

The passenger ship swayed on the river and moved towards Shuiyun City.

However.

Just when the passenger ship was getting closer and closer to Shuiyun City.

Li Xuan raised his eyebrows slightly and looked not far away.

Clang, clang, clang!

The sound of gold and iron clashing resounded from the passenger ship not far away.

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