The peach garden was quiet, and the mist was knee-high. The three of them, one in front and two at the back, were silent for the time being.
Ying Jiuguang's mind never stopped thinking about what Qing Zhu wanted to do, but he couldn't figure it out.
A pavilion appeared in front of them, and Qing Zhu walked into it and sat down. Shangguan Qing quickly took out the star bell to send a message. Soon, two fairies came quickly and put down a fruit plate with all kinds of immortal fruits and bejeweled wine.
After the two fairies left, Qing Zhu picked up a cup of wine and slowly took a sip. Then, he said casually, "According to the investigation, someone leaked the secret when the Heavenly Court set a trap in the ghost market. What do you think, Heavenly King Ying?"
Ying Jiuguang, who was standing below, was surprised, "Is there such a thing? Who is so bold! "He first showed that he didn't know, and then threw the question back.
Qing Zhu sniffed the fragrance in the cup and looked at him from the corner of his eyes, "The operation was kept secret very well. Only four people knew about it in advance. One is me, the other is Gao Guan, Hua Yitian, and the last one is your granddaughter Zhan Ruyi. Who do you think is the most likely to leak the secret?"
Ying Jiuguang scolded in his heart. The most likely person to leak the secret is you. You let Ruyi participate, didn't you want her to leak the secret?
However, some things can only be known by everyone, but not pointed out. Otherwise, no one will be able to continue playing. So he could only pretend to be confused and said, "Ruyi shouldn't be so bold, right?"
Qing Zhu said indifferently, "Whether she is so bold or not, we will know after the investigation."
What did he mean? Ying Jiuguang was shocked and stared at Qing Zhu's reaction. He wanted to investigate Ruyi, did he really want to shed all pretense of cordiality? He laughed dryly and said, "Your Majesty, you are right. The innocent will be innocent, and the turbid will be turbid. We need to investigate."
Qing Zhu raised his head and drank the bejeweled wine in one gulp, then slammed the cup on the table, faintly revealing a terrifying aura, "Didn't the ministers find out when they checked those who were caught? There is not a single survivor of the Six Paths. Not even a small shrimp of the Six Paths was caught. Heavenly King Ying, do you think it is possible? Don't you think it is strange? "
At this moment. Ying Jiuguang was truly shocked. He finally realized the seriousness of the problem. He understood that Master Qing was not referring to Zhan Ruyi leaking the secret to the Ying Family, but someone leaking the secret to the remnants of the Six Dao. This had already crossed Master Qing's bottom line!
That matter at the Ghost City. He wasn't clear about the specific arrangements, but Qing Zhu had made it very clear that there were only four people who knew about this beforehand. Would Qing Zhu, Gao Guan, and Hua Yitian leak the secret to the Samsara Remnant? That's not possible! Although it was unlikely that Zhan Ruyi would divulge the secret to the remnants of the Six Dao, he did divulge the secret to the Ying Family. If Zhan Ruyi was captured and interrogated, would he be able to withstand Gao Guan's interrogation? Once he confessed that he had indeed leaked the secret to the Ying Clan, who could prove that the Ying Clan had not colluded with the remnants of the Six Paths?
When he realized this, Ying Jiuguang almost broke out in a cold sweat, and a killing intent flashed in his heart. That lass Ruyi could not be allowed to live any longer!
At this time, he had already made up his mind. He would not allow Zhan Ruyi to be brought away for interrogation. Once he returned, he would deal with him immediately, and quickly!
A mere Zhan Ruyi, compared to the future of the entire Ying Clan, was not even worth mentioning!
But on the surface, he did not reveal any clues. Instead, he nodded in agreement and said, "This matter is indeed a little strange, but I can guarantee that lass Ruyi would definitely not collude with the remnants of the Six Paths. It is even more impossible for Your Majesty. I just don't know if there will be any problems on Gao Guan and Hua Yitian's side. "He wanted to change his target first.
"I know what to do about this matter!" Qing Zhu snorted coldly, but his expression relaxed in an instant. "Let's discuss this matter as it stands. Speaking of your granddaughter, it can be said that she has made great contributions in the operation of the Phantom City. The reason why We have been holding back from rewarding her is because of your attitude. What does Heavenly King Ying think We should reward your granddaughter? "
Ying Jiuguang's heart was in a mess because of him. The power of heaven was unpredictable. He did not understand what Qing Zhu was trying to do. After thinking for a while, he politely declined. "Since she is working for the Heavenly Court, then it is her duty. According to common sense, let the subordinates do it according to the rules. I dare not trouble Your Majesty to personally ask for it."
"That is not true. Mistakes will be punished, and meritorious service will be rewarded. It has nothing to do with who asks for it." Qing Zhu waved his hand and looked at him with a smile. "When I saw her just now, I quite admired her. I have been thinking along the way, what should I reward her with? Later, I have an idea. I have decided to take her as a concubine as a reward. What do you think, Heavenly King Ying? "
"…" Ying Jiuguang's mouth was wide open. The turn of events was far beyond his expectations. His old face was full of disbelief.
Not to mention him, even Shangguan Qing at the side was stunned. He slowly turned to look at Qing Zhu to see if he was serious or joking. However, based on his many years of experience in serving, it did not seem like he was joking. He really wanted to do it.
Ying Jiuguang naturally knew that he did not hear wrongly, but he could not help but ask, "Does Your Majesty want to take Ruyi as a concubine?"
"Why? Can't I? "Qing Zhu frowned." Or, Heavenly King, you are not willing? "
"No, no …" Ying Jiuguang quickly waved his hand to deny it. Taking the opportunity, his mind began to turn quickly, thinking about the intention of Qing Zhu's decision.
It wasn't like he hadn't seen women before. Although his granddaughter was pretty, she wasn't at the level of absolute beauty. What kind of absolute beauty hadn't Qing Zhu tasted before? If there was a place with the most absolute beauties in the world, it would naturally be Qing Zhu's harem. But why did Qing Zhu insist on taking Ruyi as his concubine?
He quickly found the answer. Perhaps Qing Zhu already had some opinions about the Xiahou Family. He needed a daughter of a minister to enter the palace to balance them. Especially in the battle of the Phantom City, Trust Pavilion and Qing Zhu directly fought. Qing Zhu did not say it on the surface, but he must be angry in his heart. He was starting to beat the Xiahou Family!
In order to keep the Xiahou family in check, the daughters of ordinary ministers entering the palace would not be able to keep Xiahou Chengyu in check, because they did not have enough power inside and outside the palace. Only the daughters of the Four Heavenly Kings were qualified. But what era was this? How could the daughters of the Four Heavenly Kings stay in their rooms? They were already married, so this responsibility naturally fell on their granddaughters. More importantly, that girl Ruyi had a layer of relationship with the Ying Family. There was also the Zhan Family between them. If she became too powerful, the Zhan Family could be used to balance the balance. This was probably the reason why Qing Zhu chose that girl Ruyi.
He now somewhat understood the meaning of Qing Zhu's previous words. He had to agree to this matter even if he did not want to. If he did not agree, he would have been transferred away. Qing Zhu could immediately order for Zhan Ruyi to be arrested and interrogated about the leak of the secret. He would not have time to do anything.
But Qing Zhu left him some leeway. Taking that girl Ruyi as his concubine meant that he would not pursue the matter of the Ying Family leaking the secret. Why not pursue it? On a certain level, the Four Heavenly Kings were working together. They would not easily see their own side's strength weakened. Qing Zhu had to think it over, so he might as well take the opportunity to beat the Xiahou Family and let the two forces fight each other!
Thinking of this, Ying Jiuguang's heart warmed. In Qing Zhu's eyes, it might be letting the two forces fight each other, but to the Ying Family, it was an opportunity. If they could take the opportunity to suppress the Xiahou Family, then he would be very happy. The other three Heavenly Kings would also be very happy. The underground forces had always been controlled by the Xiahou Family. The four families could not interfere at all.
Almost in a flash, Ying Jiuguang had guessed most of Qing Zhu's thoughts. He was overjoyed!
Because he had abandoned the two Celestial Lords, the hearts of his subordinates were a little unstable. It could be said that the fox mourned the death of the rabbit. If Ruyi could become Qing Zhu's favorite concubine, the subordinates would have to reconsider his influence in the Heavenly Court. It could help him stabilize the hearts of the people. It could be said to be a good thing!
He continued, "It is Ruyi's fortune that Your Majesty has taken a liking to her. However, that girl's appearance is not outstanding. After entering the palace, I'm afraid Your Majesty will not like her!"
They were starting to talk about conditions!
Qing Zhu glanced at him and said indifferently, "Since she is the granddaughter of the Heavenly King, I will not mistreat her. I will specially confer her the title of 'Heavenly Concubine Ruyi' and give her a single phoenix carriage. Her salary will be the highest among all the concubines, second only to the Empress. Other than me and the Empress, she does not need to bow to anyone! What do you think, Heavenly King? "
Ying Jiuguang was overjoyed. Since the establishment of the Heavenly Court, his granddaughter was the first person to be conferred the title of 'Heavenly Concubine'. 'Heavenly Concubine Ruyi' had the meaning of satisfaction and was extremely honored. Although the single phoenix carriage was one less than the Empress' twin phoenixes, the phoenix carriage was the standard that only the Empress could enjoy.
With all these things, that girl Ruyi would become the second most beautiful woman in the world. With the support of her family, it was not impossible for her to become the number one woman in the world in the future. With this glory as a foundation, he could explain to his daughter. Otherwise, if Ruyi entered the palace to be an ordinary concubine, his daughter would probably not agree even if she was beaten to death.
Ying Jiuguang immediately bowed, "This old subject thanks Your Majesty's kindness on behalf of that girl Ruyi!" This was an agreement.
Shangguan Qing, the Grand Seneschal of the Heavenly Palace, was secretly amazed. Countless women in the imperial harem tried their best to please His Majesty but could not get what they wanted, but someone could get it before they even entered the palace. Who knew how many women in the palace would be envious and jealous! But this thing could not be helped. After all, this person's family background could be counted on one's fingers. The Empress now had an opponent!
Qing Zhu laughed and said, "I'm afraid that young people have a different way of thinking! Heavenly King, why don't you go back and discuss it with your family before making a decision! "
Ying Jiuguang's expression became solemn and said, "What do young people know? Marriage has always been a matter of parents' orders and matchmakers' words since ancient times. How can it be treated as a child's play? Naturally, the elders have the final say!"
The corner of Qing Zhu's mouth curled up into a trace of ridicule. "Heavenly King, you mean … it's settled?"
Ying Jiuguang did not care whether he was joking or not. He was afraid that a long delay would bring trouble. He nodded and promised, "I dare not joke in front of His Majesty. It's settled!"
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