Li Hongyuan was a man of action, and Jingwan was not one to drag her feet. Once they had decided on their destination, they turned around and started moving.
Pei County was very close to Chuanzhou Prefecture, but Jingwan and the rest had taken a big detour. However, they were not in a hurry. On the contrary, there were some things that needed time to ferment, so the current situation was just right.
On the way to Pei County, they were neither high-profile nor low-key. Other than the fact that they did not have anything that could clearly identify them, the entire entourage was low-key and luxurious. There were less than fifty guards and they were dressed in ordinary clothes, but they faintly emitted a murderous aura. In short, outsiders would know that this entourage was not ordinary and should not be easily provoked. In the carriage, Jingwan's servants, including Baishao and Daybreak, were all present.
Daybreak originally wanted to refuse. After all, her reputation was too great. She even knew a few young masters from the Pei family. If she coincidentally bumped into someone she knew at this time, it would be too awkward. Under normal circumstances, no one would ask her anything. However, she had to be prepared for any eventualities. Furthermore, even if no one asked, they would only think that Jin Qinwang had taken in a brothel prostitute. Even if she said that she was the Wangfei's servant girl, in these people's eyes, it was probably just a cover-up.
Even though it was not the case, Daybreak did not want to damage Li Hongyuan's reputation. After all, this kind of thing could easily cause a rift between husband and wife.
"Then obediently stay in the carriage." Li Hongyuan was clearly a little impatient as he threw out this sentence.
Right now, Li Hongyuan didn't want to have anything to do with irrelevant women. Even if it was just an act, even if it was just a rumor, it didn't matter how troublesome the other matters were. In this aspect, he would most likely be very annoyed. Therefore, his gaze towards Daybreak became even more unfriendly.
Daybreak basically knew that Wang Ye was very possessive and did not like the people who served the Wangfei, especially her, this "troublemaker". Therefore, she sincerely avoided Li Hongyuan. Even if she accidentally bumped into him, she would bow and never raise her head to reduce her presence as much as possible. Even so, she would still bump into the muzzle of the gun. Daybreak only agreed and didn't feel wronged. But sometimes, they felt that if Princess Consort didn't need someone to serve her, they probably wouldn't be able to get close to her.
The reason why Jingwan brought Daybreak along was because she didn't want her to think too much. Although she had taken her in, she had also ostracized her. But in reality, once Daybreak's previous identity was known by others, she would definitely be criticized. But there was nothing she could do about it. She had been reduced to a lowly Nine Classes, and the general background was not tolerant of them.
Jingwan didn't object to Li Hongyuan's decision.
It had to be said that the Pei family was not doing well recently. There were problems in all aspects one after another. Not only were there problems with the people, but there were also various businesses. How could the businesses be small in order to maintain the operations of such a large family? As expected, the Pei family received the news too late. Although he sent the letter out as quickly as possible, the famous scholars of the Pei family could not prevent it in time even if nothing happened.
And Li Hongyuan's subordinates were also capable of doing things.
It was as if a disciple of a great scholar was weeping bitterly in the heavy rain, saying that although his teacher appeared to be upright and elegant, he was actually a beast and was worse than a beast. While he was not at home, he went to his house. His family treated him warmly, but he actually drugged him, humiliated his wife and daughter, and strangled his son to death. That was his teacher whom he respected like a father, but he did such a heinous thing.
Under normal circumstances, ordinary people might not believe it, because no matter how they heard it, it was quite ridiculous. However, that man was indeed the disciple of the great scholar of the Pei family. Many people knew that the teacher-student relationship was quite good, and that something had indeed happened to his family.
Speaking of which, if it wasn't true, probably no man would fabricate such a thing, right?
And the yamen's arrest seemed to confirm this point.
Such a famous person, especially one who was highly respected by scholars, would cause a commotion if something happened to one of them. However, it was not long before a few other famous scholars were exposed one after another. It aroused public indignation and was the most shameful kind. Ordinary people were only interested in the recent news, but among the scholars, it was like a tsunami, an earthquake, a volcano eruption … Many people did not believe it and thought that it must be a trap set by someone, especially when they found out that these people all had the surname Pei. It was obvious that someone was targeting the Pei family.
Therefore, even if it was such a scheme, one could not underestimate these people. They had students all over the world, which meant that they might be loyal to the world. They respected and revered their master, and even saw him as a god. Once they recognized him, they would become crazy and paranoid. Then, one should never underestimate the ability of these scholars to stir up trouble.
Therefore, in a short period of time, many people wrote in to ask for permission. It seemed that they were still relatively rational for the time being …
However, did Li Hongyuan not expect this situation? How could it be? Therefore, the backup plan came …
Regarding the Pei family, one thing after another, in some places in Jiangnan, popped up one after another at the same time like bamboo shoots after a rain. Of course, there were some truths and some lies. Many of these were just things that the Pei family had done and were placed on the head of the entire Pei family. The noble and virtuous Pei family, who put aside fame and fortune, constantly thought about returning to the court and releasing another list. On it were densely packed "disciples of great scholars". Perhaps some of their families had close connections with the court. This list all hinted that the famous scholars of the Pei family had deliberately chosen these disciples to pave the way for the Pei family. In reality, more than half of the people on the list were officials.
One or two, ten or eight, perhaps it was a coincidence, but what about tens or hundreds?
Even some people who originally believed that their teacher was definitely not that kind of person, especially those old foxes in the officialdom, began to suspect that when they or their family members went to him to become his disciple, they were given all kinds of tests and difficulties. In the end, when they finally became his disciple, when they were wild with joy, did their so-called teacher laugh at them and call them fools? Was all of this set up?
Once someone began to speculate, naturally, more people would think in this direction.
If they were willing, even if they had to give up a lot, it would be worth it. But if they were cheated, then they would burn with anger and want to tear the person who cheated them into pieces!
The people who wrote in to ask for permission became fewer and fewer. The people who secretly wanted to get their master out of prison became fewer and fewer.
And those in-laws who were threatened by Pei Clan Head naturally knew the reason why Pei Clan Head suddenly "went crazy" and threatened them. They had been eyeing Pei Clan covetously for a long time. When Pei Clan suffered a calamity, they simply clapped their hands in celebration because they could divide Pei Clan. But they didn't expect that Old Pei had such a deadly thing in his hands. At first, they had no choice but to help, but now they all fell silent.
Until the current Jin Qinwang's maternal family was exposed, everything became strangely silent.
The matter from twenty-eight years ago was once again ruthlessly exaggerated. All the dirty water was poured onto Pei Clan, especially the Pei Clan Head. He didn't care about his own flesh and blood relationship and forced his daughter, yet he still pretended to be sanctimonious … In this, the role of Le Chengdi was molded into an infatuated man who threw his beloved woman out of the sea of fire, fiercely whitewashing that scum.
All of this happened during this period of time, especially the part about Li Hongyuan. It probably happened when Jingwan and the others were climbing the mountain. Jingwan was "too busy", so Li Hongyuan didn't specifically tell her. When she found out that they were now on the way to Pei County, Jingwan's expression was a bit subtle. Everything else was fine, but the part about Le Chengdi …
"This version, no matter how others see it, no matter what they think, there will be one person who will be very happy." Li Hongyuan said unhurriedly.
"Indeed, he is obviously a shameless person who snatches by force. Now, perhaps he should be praised by many people. Maybe someone will use this as a blueprint to write an inspiring and tragic love story. What His Majesty wants to see the most is that he and the Imperial Gui Fei are in love, so deeply in love that they have no regrets, right? Maybe he heard too much and thought too much, and even took this as the reality of the past. "
"Wan Wan's idea is not bad. Find someone to write a few storybooks and find a way to send them to him."
Jingwan glanced at him. He really didn't want to miss the slightest opportunity. If the storybooks were in Le Chengdi's hands, who would benefit? Without a doubt, it would be this bastard. Le Chengdi and his most beloved woman were the fruits of their love. How could he not love them?
If Li Hongyuan didn't know what Jingwan was thinking, he chuckled. "In this way, some of the things that made him suspicious in Jiangnan can be wiped out. He will feel even more guilty. His most beloved son is so capable, but he can't inherit the throne. This compensation will probably be like a tide. I don't even have to hide the matter of my contact with the Pei family from him. Anyway, the Pei family has collapsed and can't help me. He doesn't have to worry. I can also 'miss' my birth mother from time to time and tell him what she was like before she got married … "
Jingwan reached out and pinched his cheek. "Your skin is really thicker than the city wall."
Li Hongyuan held her hand. "Nonsense, it's at most half the thickness of the city wall." The corners of his mouth curved slightly, and there was a smile in his eyes.
Jingwan was speechless.
Li Hongyuan's visit to the Pei family's old residence had been done in advance. Of course, it was the type that didn't require a reply. It was just to let you know when this prince would arrive and to be prepared to welcome him.
In reality, the recent events were too fatal for the Pei family. Many clansmen had rushed back. One wanted to avoid it, and the other wanted to find out what was going on. Therefore, the number of Pei clansmen at the Pei family's old residence was more than double the usual number. At the same time, there were also many married daughters of the Pei family who came back with divorce papers.
To most people, Patriarch Pei could say 'no comment'. However, to some people, such as the clan elders and the only 'survivor' of the great scholars, who had found a remote place to live for some reason, Patriarch Pei couldn't easily dismiss them. Especially when it came to those heinous matters, he had to explain clearly.
Patriarch Pei didn't make up any lies and told the truth. However, the art of speaking was always biased. He said that everything he did was for the Pei Clan. His face was expressionless, but he described the current situation of the Pei Clan, the challenges they faced, and the heavy responsibility he had to bear in order to maintain the clan and let the clan live happily. He continued until "I failed to bring the clan back to glory and instead fell, letting down the ancestors." Tears flowed down his face. He wasn't complaining, but he was complaining. He wasn't trying to shirk responsibility, but he was trying to shirk responsibility.
Although she didn't agree with some of Patriarch Pei's actions, as someone who also hoped for the family to return to glory, could she blame him? She couldn't! Moreover, at this time, the most important thing was to think of a way to salvage the situation. They couldn't expect to not suffer any losses. Li Hongyuan controlled public opinion too well. The Pei family's reputation had plummeted. It was already good enough that they could maintain the current situation and not develop in a worse direction. However, it was obvious that this was very difficult.
When Patriarch Pei heard that Li Hongyuan came to visit, he stood up righteously and said that everything was his fault. He was willing to bear all the responsibility. If he couldn't do it alone, then everyone in his branch would bear the responsibility. He wouldn't implicate the other clansmen. As for those who were implicated, he couldn't do anything about it. He was willing to atone for his sins in the underworld.
As such, no one blamed him. They only sighed helplessly. However, the funny thing was that no one stood up and said that they would bear the responsibility with him. No one knew what he was thinking at that moment.
Therefore, when Li Hongyuan's carriage arrived at the entrance of Pei County, there was a large crowd of Pei clansmen. There were almost a thousand of them. The carriage came to a stop, and Li Hongyuan stepped out of it. In the middle of the procession were two to three hundred people. There were both old and young, and all of them knelt down. Their leader was none other than Clan Leader Pei, and all of them were wearing mourning clothes. — — Patriarch Pei's wife finally couldn't make it through a few days ago. Because of such a big incident, there was no funeral. Other than the main family, they didn't even inform the other clansmen to come back and attend the funeral.
"Your Highness, this is all this commoner's fault. Please have mercy. Don't take your anger out on the Pei family." With a bang, he kowtowed to the ground.
Other than the Pei family, there were many commoners who came to watch the show.
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