"According to you, the conflict between Hanmei and your subordinates was initially because your subordinates mistook Hanmei for Xie Qian?"
Yang Jian admitted shamefully and vaguely explained the reason.
Jiang Pengji said bluntly, "But I heard from my father that Aunt Xie had died from a hemorrhage."
Yang Jian said seriously, "How could a junior like you understand the grudges between elders?"
He didn't believe that Xie Qian was that kind of person. Why would he sell his wife for glory?
Moreover, when Wang Huiyun entered the former emperor's harem, Xie Qian had already been dead for a year. His corpse had decomposed into bones.
Who could stop a widow from remarrying?
Xie Qian, who had been dead for a year, had pushed his wife to the former emperor?
Wasn't that nonsense?
However, Li Yun's appearance proved that Xie Qian wasn't dead. He was still alive and kicking after more than 20 years.
Jiang Pengji said, "I used to hear my wet nurse tell bedtime stories. She said that there are lonely souls and wild ghosts with no one to rely on. Their hearts are filled with hostility and they are jealous of the living. They linger in the bustling world, so they often lurk around people who are about to die. Before they die, they seize their bodies and escape back to the world of the living … This story isn't realistic, but both Buddhism and Taoism believe that people have souls … What do you think, County Military Chief?"
Yang Jian was dumbfounded. "This is just an absurd demonic story."
"It is indeed just a story, but have you heard about Aunt Xie before she gave birth? How did the world evaluate her? From what I know, she and my mother are known as the Twin Beauties of Langya. They are both talented and beautiful. She is one of the most beautiful women in the world … She has an eidetic memory. She can even recite the classics and history books fluently … "Jiang Pengji knew about Wang Huiyun partly from her own investigation and partly from Liu She." Such an intelligent woman, if Xie Qian really had evil intentions, do you think she would obey her husband or seek help from her family? The Xie family of Gongning is indeed scary, but do you think the Wang family of Langya is useless? "
Wang Huiyun was the most outstanding noble lady in the Wang family of Langya. She was their pride and the face they displayed to the outside world.
In the end?
The daughter of the Wang family first gave herself to the ruthless former emperor, then climbed into his bed, and finally conspired with Prince Changshou?
She had already laid her hands on all three royal brothers. Didn't she think her taste was too strong?
Even if Xie Qian was shameless and Wang Huiyun threw caution to the wind, the Wang family of Langya could not sit back and do nothing.
"A person's temperament wouldn't change for no reason. Auntie Xie didn't suffer any setbacks. She only gave birth to a child. The midwife said that she had a hemorrhage after giving birth and there was nothing she could do. In the end, he didn't die. It was just that when he woke up, his personality changed drastically. Xie Qian suspected that there was a demon behind him, but he didn't expect that the other party would find out and kill him in secret. I learned all these details from my father … "
Yang Jian furrowed his brows. According to Jiang Pengji's explanation, apart from the additional element of fantasy, the logic actually made sense.
"Why are you telling me this?"
Jiang Pengji's gaze sharpened. "Hanmei respects his master very much and loves his mistress, whom he has never met. Because Xie Qian did not say it clearly, Han Mei did not dare to confirm Xie Qian's blood relationship with him just based on the words of this junior's father. However, a master was a master after all. A master for a day was a father for life. There was no difference. No matter what the truth of this matter was, Xie Qian and Wang Huiyun's reputation was already in shambles. Han Mei would not be happy. This junior's words are insignificant and cannot help Han Mei with anything … I'm telling this to the county chief. I only hope that before the truth comes to light or before you seek confirmation from Xie Qian, you will first control your subordinates' mouths. Don't make wild guesses! "
Only one's own children could be beaten up. It was fine if outsiders came to make noise, but they also bullied others. This was not allowed.
Yang Jian understood. He didn't mind Jiang Pengji's lack of manners.
The two left the secluded area. Li Yun and the others, as well as Yang Jian's subordinates, were waiting anxiously outside.
Seeing the two of them appear, everyone came forward to welcome them.
"Let's go back. We'll seek guidance from the county chief another day."
Jiang Pengji's face did not show any joy. She wasn't exactly sad, but she was very disappointed. She must have suffered a setback.
On the way back, Li Yun and Dian Yan followed behind obediently. They hung their heads. One big and one small, they looked like two children who had done something wrong.
"The matter has been resolved. In the future, avoid contact with County Chief Yang's people."
Yang Jian had already spoken, so Jiang Pengji would not cause trouble for herself.
"Yes, I will obey my lord's orders."
Feng Zhen felt the tension in the air and coughed twice.
"My lord, I've already tested that person. After some hesitation, he agreed."
Jiang Pengji was speechless.
Speaking of which, she had just witnessed Yang Jian teaching Li Yun a lesson. Then she pulled Yang Jian aside to teach him a lesson. How long had it been?
How did Feng Zhen successfully hook up with his target and even persuade him to jump ship?
Jiang Pengji also admired Feng Zhen. She lowered her voice.
"Your lord is still trapped in Wanzhou. You're already thinking about how to conquer the rivers."
"I have to prepare early, just in case something happens," Feng Zhen said shamelessly.
Because of their outdated shipbuilding technology, if they were to fight on the water and encounter the navy, they would most likely be at a disadvantage.
Most of Dongqing's territory was inland, but there were places where rivers and waters were accessible.
If the enemy occupied the rivers in the future, how would they fight the war?
Rather than sharpening their spears at the last minute, it was better to prepare early.
It wasn't easy for Feng Zhen to encounter a talent in the navy. If he didn't think of a way to kidnap her, would he have to wait for another talent scout to discover him?
"That's true … Preparing for a rainy day is indeed a good habit."
Jiang Pengji recalled the Great Universal Geographical Map of Dongqing in her mind. If she coveted the territory of the Meng's in Cangzhou, she would have to face the natural defenses of the rivers.
Cangzhou's terrain was special. It was a battleground for military strategists. It was easy to defend and difficult to attack. If they retreated, they could rely on the natural defenses. If they attacked, they could make use of the complicated rivers and waters. It was difficult for ordinary troops to conquer. It was also where Dongqing was connected to two other countries. It was a vital part of the country. There were three natural defenses: Hanchang Pass, Zhanjiang Pass, and Yumen Pass. If Jiang Pengji wanted to expand her territory and encroach on the territory of other countries, she couldn't avoid Cangzhou.
If she started training the navy now, it would come in handy in the future.
A duck that couldn't swim was worse than a weakling in the water. A mere 3,000 navy that was proficient in the water could annihilate an enemy army 10 times their size!
"If that's the case, does my lord have a reward?"
"Of course I can. Let me make this clear. There's no wine or beauties here … Tell me, what reward do you want? "
Feng Zhen: "…"
My lord, there's still a strong smell of alcohol on you. You said there's no wine. you're clearly pocketing it.
After a while, he could only open his mouth sullenly.
"I haven't thought about it yet. I'll keep it for now."
Jiang Pengji couldn't help but laugh. Feng Zhen's aggrieved expression was really amusing.
The talent that Feng Zhen had poached didn't come with them. Jiang Pengji didn't even know if he was round or flat.
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