The next morning.
The snow continued to fall.
Gong Shilin's carriage arrived at the entrance of the Third Marquis' residence.
Previously, Gong Zuo Xiang had already reminded him that this was a critical period. He told him not to go to the Third Marquis' residence and not to get too close to the Third Marquis.
Therefore, during this period of time, he was obedient and did not go to the Third Marquis' residence again.
What was going on today?
Why did he come by himself?
When he alighted from the carriage, the manservant of the Wangfu came over and said, "Young Master Gong, you have finally arrived. Wangye has been waiting for you for a long time."
"Aren't I here now?"
"Yes, yes, yes. Please come in."
He hurriedly welcomed him in.
He was afraid of wasting time.
And today, Tuo was in an especially good mood.
Because he had complained to the King of Huyi, Lord Huang of the Ministry of Justice and Lord Zhong had both fallen, which was equivalent to cutting off one of Na Yan's wings. How could he not be happy?
He ordered someone to boil a pot of fine wine.
At this moment, it was being kept warm in the stove.
He was waiting for Gong Shilin to arrive so that they could drink together.
He couldn't wait any longer, so he stood up and went out to wait. From afar, he saw Gong Shilin walking over with a manservant. He quickly walked over and grabbed Gong Shilin.
"What took you so long?"
Gong Shilin was very confused and asked, "What's the matter? Why are you in such a hurry?"
"Can't I call you over for no reason? How long has it been since you last came? "Na Tuo grumbled.
"I'm busy these days," Gong Shilin said.
Actually, he was really busy!
There were too many things to do in the Hanlin Academy. But as Tuo pulled him away, he said, "Are you busy? What can you be busy with? What else could he do other than stay in his room and study all day? Even if you go to the Hanlin Academy to work, you'll be sitting there all day reading and writing. You won't get a chance to do the hard work. There's nothing major happening in the palace recently.
Your Hanlin Academy is the most idle, and no one is as idle as you. "
Gong Shilin was speechless.
But he couldn't hit him. After all, he was a prince.
But he was really busy, so busy that he didn't even have time to eat.
Forget it, forget it, there's no point in talking about it.
After entering the room, Na Tuo pulled him to sit down and ordered the servant to bring out the wine that had been warmed in the stove long ago. Only then did he leave.
"This is good wine. I warmed it for a long time. Have a sip and see how it is?"
Na Tuo enthusiastically poured him a cup.
Gong Shilin stared at the wine in front of him, but he didn't drink it. Instead, he asked, "What's wrong with you today?"
"Nothing."
"But I see you're happy."
"That's because I'm happy about something."
"What?"
"You drink first, I'll tell you after you're done." Na Tuo pushed the bottle of wine towards him.
Gong Shilin had no choice but to take a small sip.
In fact, he didn't drink often, nor did he like to drink.
However, he really liked the taste of this wine.
"What wine is this?"
"Rice wine."
Ugh!
Gong Shilin was surprised. "Didn't you say that the wine would have to wait until …"
His words stopped abruptly.
It was as if he couldn't say the last sentence.
However, Na Tuo on the other side laughed loudly and said, "That's right, I did say that this high quality rice wine would only be opened on the day I sit on the throne. However, I can't wait any longer today."
"What the hell happened?"
"Haven't you heard?" Tuo asked.
Gong Shilin thought for a moment and seemed to come to a sudden realization.
He asked, "Is it about Du Mubai's case this time?"
"Yes, it's about Du Mubai's case."
"Then I finally understand."
This wine came at the right time.
So, Gong Shilin took another sip.
However, he had some concerns and said, "Ah Tuo, you still have to be careful. Some things shouldn't be happy too early."
Of course, Na Tuo knew that. He said, "Don't worry, I'm not that careless."
When the two of them were together, it was very relaxing to chat.
The next moment, Na Tuo asked him, "You've been so free lately, why don't you come to my residence?"
"I said I'm busy."
"You're always looking for excuses."
Gong Shilin didn't want to say more.
He was too lazy to continue this topic.
He said, "You asked me to come today just to celebrate with you?"
"Forget it. I haven't seen you for a long time, so I asked someone to tell you to go."
"Oh, I can't stay here for long. I still have some matters to attend to in Hanlin Academy."
"I can't stop you if you want to leave, but there's one more thing I want to talk to you about."
"What is it?"
"Do you know Teacher Ji?" Na Tuo asked.
Teacher Ji? Isn't that Ji Yunshu?
Gong Shilin said, "I know. Li Cheng asked him to overturn the case. He was also the one who found out about Du Mubai's murder. How could I not know him? It's just that … I haven't met him. "
Na Tuo said, "Then I'll let you meet him."
"What do you mean?"
"Tomorrow night, I'll hold a banquet at my residence and invite him over."
"Tomorrow?"
"Why? Is it inappropriate?"
"Not really, but in this situation, you shouldn't interfere. It's better to stay out of it."
Na Tuo laughed, "It's not as serious as you say. No matter what, he helped Li Cheng with the case. As a prince, it's only right for me to recognize talent. Even if it reaches Imperial Father's ears, it's just a trivial matter. Who would dare to make a big deal out of it?"
Gong Shilin knew he couldn't persuade him, "Then do as you please."
"Alright, remember to come tomorrow. Don't make me send someone to invite him again."
"Mm."
Today, it was Na Tuo who asked him to come. Otherwise, he wouldn't have come.
"Come, let's continue drinking."
Suddenly —
A voice came from outside the door, "Your Highness."
It came from afar.
A maidservant hurriedly ran over and stood outside the door.
Na Tuo always hated people being so flustered in front of him. He immediately frowned and asked unhappily, "What's the matter?"
"The princess fainted just now."
"You need to inform this prince of such a small matter?"
"But …"
"Hurry up and get out. If you dare to spoil this prince's mood because of such a thing again, this prince will take your life."
The maid was trembling violently.
She trembled.
She bowed, "Yes!"
Just as she was about to leave.
Gong Shilin shouted, "Wait."
Then he said to Na Tuo, "You better go and have a look."
Na Tuo snorted, his face full of anger, "What's there to see? Isn't it just a woman? If she dies, I'll be at ease. "
"But she's your princess after all. If something really happens to her, it won't be good if it gets out. Don't let anyone catch you in the wrong."
When he said this, Na Tuo reacted.
He thought for a while.
"Yes, you're right." Na Tuo stood up, "Then wait here for me for a while. I'll be back soon."
Gong Shilin was about to tell him that he really had to go back to Hanlin Academy, but when he turned his head, Na Tuo had already left.
He had no choice but to wait here.
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