Wei Zheng said in a low voice, "The news we just received is about He Mengyao and He Guocheng. The two of them disappeared without a trace. We don't know where they went for now. "
After a pause, Wei Zheng continued, "In short, He Mengyao and He Guocheng vanished into thin air. Zhang Jingping, on the other hand, expanded rapidly. He took advantage of He Guocheng's disappearance to head north on a large scale, wiping out He Guocheng's forces in a short period of time. "
Li Jiancheng said, "He Mengyao and He Guocheng are both living people. How can there be no trace of them?"
Wei Zheng said, "According to the information we received, He Mengyao suddenly left the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion four or five days ago. But we don't know where she went after that. Because even He Mengyao's maid at the Imperial Fragrance Building didn't know the situation. "
"It's the same for He Guocheng. He also left the northern part of the city, but we don't know where he went."
"It's as if the two of them vanished into thin air. There's no more clues."
Wei Zheng said, "Something's very wrong."
When He Mengyao was at the Imperial Fragrance Pavilion, she was worried that her servant girl would leak information. After all, she could be a spy for the Duke of Qin's Residence, so she left everyone else and acted alone.
Thus, no one knew about her departure.
Of course, the Duke of Qin's Residence knew.
After all, Du Qi had informed the Duke of Qin's Residence early in the morning. Thus, the Duke of Qin's Residence knew that Du Qi wanted to deal with He Mengyao. The Duke of Qin's residence had even used its power to purposely cut off all traces of He Mengyao, ensuring that no one knew of her disappearance. As a result, even the Eastern Palace's investigation could not find the slightest clue.
After all, Zhang Jingping's actions had been done in secret. After the incident, he had ordered a gag order, so there was no way to investigate.
As for He Guocheng, he had been anxious when he heard about He Mengyao's disappearance. Moreover, since it involved He Mengyao, he was worried that her identity would be exposed, so he didn't tell anyone.
After all, He Guocheng was a member of the Eastern Palace.
If he went to see He Mengyao, people would easily discover that she was also a member of the Eastern Palace. At that time, He Mengyao's identity would be easily exposed. Thus, He Guocheng didn't tell anyone and only said that he was going out.
As such, the Eastern Palace had no idea where to start their investigation. It was as if they had met a porcupine.
Li Jiancheng was infuriated, and his face darkened.
However, he was unwilling to give up.
After all, He Mengyao and He Guocheng had worked so hard to develop their forces, which were used to deal with Du Qi.
Li Jiancheng said, "Xuancheng, you really couldn't find any clues at all?"
"No!"
Wei Zheng shook his head and replied, "Your Highness, the two of them seemed to have vanished into thin air. All of a sudden, it was erased. I only know that after He Mengyao and He Guocheng left, there was no more news. "
"Bastard!"
Li Jiancheng said, "These two are really bastards."
He was furious.
How could no one know about such a huge matter?
At this moment, another servant entered and reported to Li Jiancheng, "Your Highness, Cui Cheng requests an audience."
Li Jiancheng gritted his teeth, his voice almost coming out from between his teeth. "Let him in!"
The servant went to pass on the order, and Cui Cheng entered not long after.
Cui Cheng's face was full of fear and uneasiness. This was because when he went to inquire about the news, he used the spies he had planted. However, in the end, the news he received was that he didn't know anything. He couldn't find where He Guocheng and He Mengyao had gone.
The news was cut off.
This situation was really frustrating.
After Cui Cheng entered, he knelt on the ground with a thud. He kowtowed and shouted, "Your Highness, I have failed in my duty. I didn't realize that He Guocheng and He Mengyao had suddenly disappeared. Please punish me, Your Highness."
"Punish me?"
Li Jiancheng stood up and gritted his teeth. "Cui Cheng, you've ruined my plans. You deserve to die."
"Damn you!"
"Damn you!"
Li Jiancheng's anger rose, and he was almost hysterical. When it came to matters involving Du Qi, Li Jiancheng seemed to be possessed and had completely lost his mind. He was incomparably ruthless and unreasonable. Cui Cheng's actions angered Li Jiancheng, and made him want to kill.
"Men!"
Li Jiancheng roared.
Immediately, soldiers rushed in.
Li Jiancheng's eyes were fierce as he ordered, "Cui Cheng neglected his duties, took bribes, and violated the law. Drag Cui Cheng away and kill him! "
After the order was given, Cui Cheng was stunned.
"Your Highness, please spare me!"
Cui Cheng roared. He didn't want to be killed like this. Besides, he had contributed to Li Jiancheng. But now, Li Jiancheng wanted to kill him.
Cui Cheng was unwilling to accept this situation.
Unfortunately, Li Jiancheng wanted to kill him. Even if Cui Cheng begged for mercy, it was useless.
Wei Zheng didn't have a good impression of Cui Cheng.
Under Li Jiancheng's command, Cui Cheng boasted that he was from the Cui clan of Qinghe. Cui Cheng wasn't even a direct descendant of the Cui clan, but he was arrogant in the Eastern Palace and didn't take Wei Zheng seriously.
Now that Cui Cheng was sentenced to death, Wei Zheng didn't stand up to persuade him. In truth, Wei Zheng looked down on people who came from big clans and had lofty ambitions. He couldn't be of much help to them.
Cui Cheng was dragged away as he begged for mercy.
Soon, there was a scream.
Cui Cheng was executed.
Li Jiancheng breathed heavily, looking very angry. At this time, Li Jiancheng gradually calmed down. He didn't regret killing Cui Cheng. Li Jiancheng looked at Wei Zheng and said, "Xuancheng, we've lost contact with He Guocheng and He Mengyao. What do you think is going on?"
Wei Zheng said, "Your Highness, according to my deduction, this matter is very likely related to Du Qi and Zhang Jingping. Because the direct beneficiary of He Guocheng's death is Zhang Jingping. Especially Du Qi. He might have discovered something about He Mengyao, so he and Zhang Jingping worked together to kill He Mengyao and He Guocheng. This is your humble servant's deduction. "
Li Jiancheng gritted his teeth and said, "These are two lives. There must be news. If that's the case, then arrange for someone to capture Zhang Jingping and bring him to the Eastern Palace for interrogation. As long as Zhang Jingping opens his mouth, Du Qi won't be able to escape. "
"That's not right!"
Wei Zheng shook his head.
Li Jiancheng said, "Why is it not right?"
Wei Zheng said solemnly, "This person Zhang Jingping has enormous power and influence. Wanting to secretly capture Zhang Jingping is simply impossible to accomplish. But if we capture him openly, the Crown Prince will be impeached as soon as the news spreads. "
"Right now, there are countless people who are watching the Crown Prince's every move. Even His Majesty the Emperor has his eyes on you. If you capture him casually, you might end up in a passive position. "
Wei Zheng said, "With Du Qi's scheming, he might even be eager for you to capture him and spread the news that the Eastern Palace is acting recklessly."
Li Jiancheng slammed his palm on the table in anger.
This can't be done.
That can't be done either.
What should I do?
Li Jiancheng said in a low voice, "Xuancheng, tell me, what should I do?"
Wei Zheng said, "Your Highness, there's a way. This breakthrough comes from Zhang Jingping. When I sent someone to investigate, I found out about Zhang Jingping. I even found some flaws in the new county magistrate, Du Chuke. This is our breakthrough point. Whether it's Zhang Jingping or Du Chuke, they must be dealt with. "
Li Jiancheng was originally furious. Even though he had calmed down, his heart was still filled with rage. But now, after hearing Wei Zheng's words, it was as if he had drunk a cold drink in the hottest days of the year.
His entire body cooled down in an instant.
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