The Fake Emperor, Guo Jing, was deposed and sent to the Heavenly Prison. He was waiting for the Imperial Court to publicly sentence him to death.
The Jia Family participated in the rebellion. Jia Zhen, Jia Lian, and Jia Rong died in the battle. Consort Jia, who was revived from the Cold Palace, was bestowed with white silk. The rest of the men in the Jia Residence were stripped of their official titles. The Jia Residence was sealed, and the Grand View Garden was searched.
Shi Hao from the Shi Family died in battle. Shi Miyuan was sent to the Heavenly Prison. A series of officials from the Shi Family were dismissed and their properties were searched.
Someone reported that Qin Keqing from the Jia Family and Wei Ruolan from the Shi Family were the remaining descendants of Chai Rong. Hence, the fact that the two families rebelled was confirmed. It was very likely that they would be executed.
On the contrary, the officials from the Xue Family had a meteoric rise. There was news that the two young ladies of the Xue Family, Xue Baochai and Xue Baoqin, were going to be married to Prince Beijing as concubines.
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A series of news spread to Ge Ling Courtyard. Song Qingshu was shocked. It was really a thunderous move. Everything happened too fast.
He had been faking his death for some time. These days, he had been hiding in the secret underground chamber of the courtyard. Every day, he was accompanied by beauties. He was busy arranging everything. When he had nothing to do, he had been living a comfortable life.
"It seems that the Xue Family has long sought refuge with Prince Beijing. This time, they pushed the Jia Family and Shi Family to the front, and he has come back with a plan." Song Qingshu sighed.
"Actually, it is not surprising. Previously, Prince Beijing hid in the dark and was able to find out so many things about you. He must have borrowed the power of the Imperial City Department. The Imperial City Department has always been under the control of the Xue Family," the yellow-shirted lady said. She was very clear about the power structure in Lin 'an.
Song Qingshu grunted. "Actually, just relying on the Imperial City Department might not be able to find so much information. Prince Beijing still controls the intelligence network of the Island of Heroes. That is why he could find so much information."
Every country had their own intelligence network. The Southern Song Dynasty's Imperial City Department, the Qing Kingdom's Sticky Stick Department, the Jin Kingdom's Laundry Department, Liao's Secret Intelligence Department … But in terms of the details of the intelligence network, they were probably not as good as the Island of Heroes.
After all, over the past few decades, the Island of Heroes had used the name of rewarding the good and punishing the evil to control too many low-level gangs. They had also used this to build a terrifying intelligence network.
It had been Jia Shidao's painstaking effort for many years. Unfortunately, he had been defeated and killed in the battle of WuTang Mountain. As the King of Zhao, Duke Beijing had been harboring evil intentions for a long time. She had seized the opportunity to take over most of the forces on the Isle of Heroes.
When he appeared in the Jia family as Jia Baoyu, Jia Shidao's remaining confidant, Liao Yingzhong, had complained to him. Zhao Da had taken the opportunity to win over most of Prime Minister Jia's secret forces.
"Oh right, how did Guo Jing and the others lose so badly? What about the Sweeper Monk and the others?" Compared to the Jia and Shi families, Song Qingshu was more concerned about the situation of these people.
When Ren Yingying heard this, she replied, "In the battle that night in the palace, the sweeping monk perished, and even Fu Yaohong died in battle. Of the other three, only one escaped, and Wei Ruolan also died. The Vulture Palace also suffered heavy losses. The Heavenly Mountain Tonglao was seriously injured and captured. Mei Lan, Zhu Ju were also captured in order to save her. Fu Minyi seemed to have disappeared in the chaos of the battle. "
Song Qingshu instantly frowned. In such a short time, so many people who used to be familiar with had died. Even though he had a strong mind, he was still shocked. However, he was more concerned about something else. "Even the sweeping monk is dead?"
Although he was seriously injured, he was, after all, a Great Grandmaster. How could he die so easily?
"I was also shocked when I heard the news. Who else in the world do you think can kill him?" Ren Yingying frowned slightly.
"I can't think of anyone." Song Qingshu shook his head. "The sweeping monk is good at both Buddhism and Taoism. His cultivation is unfathomable. He is no weaker than Immortal Zhang of WuTang Mountain. In the whole world, he is in the top five or even the top three. Even if he was injured, he should be able to keep his life."
Ren Yingying hurriedly reminded him, "This is a variable. You must be careful."
Song QingShu grunted in acknowledgement. His mood of watching the show became more cautious.
At this moment, someone came to report that there was a girl outside the courtyard seeking an audience with the Prince of Qi. No matter what was said, she refused to leave.
"She wants to see me?" Song Qingshu was somewhat surprised. Could it be that she doesn't know that I'm already 'dead'?
"I've already told her, but she still insists." The subordinate replied.
Ren Yingying and the yellow-robed girl immediately looked at him strangely. "What kind of debt of love did she incur?"
Song QingShu mused, "Did that person report his name?"
"She is the Eldest Miss of the Shi Clan, Shi Xiangyun."
Song Qingshu's heart thumped. "Quickly invite her in."
He then said to Ren Yingying, "Yingying, go receive her first. See what her intentions are."
Ren Yingying grunted and hurriedly left the secret room. Song Qingshu went to a certain part of the wall. Here, there was a secret hole that allowed him to see what was happening in the room outside.
Shi Xiangyun was quickly brought in. At this moment, she was no longer in high spirits. Her hair was disheveled and her clothes were torn in several places. Her face was stained with many stains. It was unknown whether it was dust or dried blood.
"Miss Shi should be a wanted criminal. What business do you have with her?" Ren Yingying asked.
Shi Xiangyun bit her lips. "I want to see the Prince of Qi."
Ren Yingying indifferently replied, "He's not here. Everything is the same as what I said."
Shi Xiangyun shook her head. "Everyone says that he's dead, but I don't believe them. I know that he's definitely still alive."
Ren Yingying revealed a look of astonishment. "Why do you think so?"
Shi Xiangyun blankly shook her head. "I don't know. In any case, I believe that he's definitely still alive. If he really is dead, I won't have any motivation to continue living. "
After she finished speaking, she squatted on the ground and started crying.
Ren Yingying looked at the wall behind her with a strange expression. She wondered when this fellow had hooked up with Miss Shi.
"What business do you have with me?" Song Qingshu walked out of the secret passage. He was also very curious because he knew that the other party was not like this because she fell in love with him.
Hearing his voice, Shi Xiangyun's body trembled. She suddenly raised her head. When she saw that it was really him, she was extremely excited. "That's great. You're really still alive. That's great …"
Feeling the strange gazes of Ren Yingying and the yellow-robed woman, Song Qingshu sighed. "What business do you have with me? Quickly say it. Don't make it seem like I've abandoned you."
Shi Xiangyun plopped down on her knees in front of him. "I beg you to save the Shi family. I beg you to help me take revenge. Prince Beijing went back on his words. He killed Wei Ruolan. Sob …"
Song Qingshu shook his head. "Miss Shi, why do you think I should help you?"
Shi Xiangyun bit her red lips. "As long as you can help me, I will be your servant from now on. I will be at your disposal."
Song Qingshu sighed. "Miss Shi, don't overestimate your charm. Do you think that a woman can really play such an important role when we are in this position?"
Shi Xiangyun replied, "I know I'm not enough, but you will definitely be interested in the thing in my hands."
"What is it?" Song Qingshu didn't care.
Shi Xiangyun said, "Previously when we started the rebellion, Prince Beijing had been secretly with us. However, he went back on his word and suddenly betrayed us. We were caught off guard and suffered such a big loss. However, we still have some account books and catalogues with him in our hands, which can prove that he was involved in it before."
The yellow-robed woman, who was watching the show, had a slight change in her expression. Previously, when she saw the rebels and traitors suffering, she was still a little pleased. Although Prince Beijing's means were despicable, he was still a member of the Zhao family after all. He could be considered to have recovered the country.
However, if he was involved in the whole process from the beginning, then he was the culprit of all this. The nature was naturally different.
Song Qingshu was not surprised and said, "Where is the evidence? Let me see it."
Shi Xiangyun hesitated for a moment and finally took out an account book from her arms and handed it to him. "I believe in Prince Qi's character. He will definitely not do something like burning the bridge after crossing it."
In the end, the account book still had the warmth of a young girl. Song Qingshu casually flipped through it a few times and put it away. "This thing can only be regarded as circumstantial evidence. Now that Prince Beijing is in control of the court, I'm afraid it is not realistic to use this to bring him down."
In fact, this thing was still quite useful. This world paid attention to a good reason. He had already arranged everything in secret, except for this name. However, the weight of the evidence provided by Shi Xiangyun was still a little lacking. It was difficult to directly hammer Prince Beijing to death.
Shi Xiangyun looked disappointed. Suddenly, she thought of something and said hurriedly, "You can also look for Sister Bao. She has always been suspicious of Baoyu's death. My father once mentioned that he suspected that Baoyu's death was related to Prince Beijing. If you can persuade her to betray us, she, who is from the Imperial City Guards, will definitely have the evidence you want."
Song Qingshu said in a deep voice, "But I heard that she is about to marry Prince Beijing. She might even become the Imperial Concubine in the future. How can she betray Prince Beijing?"
Shi Xiangyun shook her head. "You don't understand her feelings for Baoyu. The reason why she agreed to marry was completely out of consideration for the family's interests. However, once she knows that Prince Beijing killed Baoyu, she will never agree."
Song Qingshu thought for a moment and said in a deep voice, "Alright, I will look for Xue Baochai. If it really succeeds, I will try my best to take care of your Shi Family. However, you should not have too much hope. After all, your Shi Family participated in the rebellion. This is a serious crime that will result in the execution of nine generations. I dare not guarantee whether you can keep it or not."
"With your words, I am relieved. We know that we have committed a grave sin. As long as we can keep our bloodline, we will be satisfied." Shi Xiangyun's tears streamed down her face.
"This should not be a big problem." Song Qingshu nodded his head.
"Thank you, Brother Song." Shi Xiangyun finally revealed a smile on her face. Then, her body softened and she fainted on the ground.
Ren Yingying went over to check and said, "It should be due to excessive fatigue and mental exhaustion. She will be fine after a period of rest."
Song Qingshu acknowledged her and asked her to help take care of Baoyu while he made a trip to the Imperial City Guards.
Ren Yingying was a little worried. "Could it be a trap set by them?"
Song Qingshu shook his head. "Don't worry, I will be careful. Moreover, Shi Hao and Wei Ruolan are both dead. The Shi Family will not put in so much effort to put on a show."
Ren Yingying smiled. "That's true."
Song Qingshu quietly left Ge Ling Courtyard and went all the way to the city center. Just as he was wondering if Xue Baochai was in the Imperial City Guards or the Xue Family, he suddenly saw a beautiful figure in the Imperial City Guards uniform walking on the street with a heavy heart. Who else could it be but Xue Baochai?
It really was effortless to find her!
Song Qingshu did not waste any time. He immediately touched her and sealed her acupoints. Then, he carried her to an abandoned courtyard several Li away.
"Who are you?" Xue Baochai was extremely shocked. Although she had been a little distracted and had not been on guard, her opponent was able to subdue her in an instant and bring her here. His martial arts were too terrifying.
This time, Song Qingshu did not conceal himself. He directly came in front of her and unsealed her acupoints. With his martial arts, she would not be able to escape even if she wanted to.
"Prince Qi? You … you are not dead? "Xue Baochai's mouth was wide open, and her face was full of shock.
"Miss, aren't you too cruel? You want me dead so much after not seeing me for a long time?" Song Qingshu laughed mockingly. "I remember that we used to have a good time when we met."
"I didn't mean that." Xue Baochai looked a little embarrassed, but her heart was in turmoil. If Prince Qi was not dead, then the Xue Family and Duke Beijing would be in danger.
"This time, I came to you mainly to ask for your help. Help me find evidence of Duke Beijing's crime." Song Qingshu went straight to the point.
Xue Baochai frowned slightly. "Although I would like to pretend to agree to your request, Prince Qi should know that I have an engagement with Duke Beijing. How can I help you to deal with him?"
"But I remember that you like Jia Baoyu. Have you changed your love so quickly?" Song Qingshu asked.
A trace of pain flashed in Xue Baochai's eyes. "Baoyu is dead."
"Don't you want to know who killed him?" Song Qingshu looked at her quietly.
"Of course, it's the guy who pretended to be him and went to Xixia to find a spouse!" Xue Baochai said bitterly. Thinking of how she was intimate with that person along the way and how she was with her enemy, she felt extremely painful.
Song Qingshu sighed and said in Jia Baoyu's voice, "Sister Bao, do you hate me so much?"
Hearing that familiar voice, Xue Baochai trembled and then looked at the man in front of her in disbelief.
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