As for what happened at the Mid-Autumn Festival Palace Banquet, only a small number of people were affected. The others continued to live their lives as usual. It was just one more topic to talk about. After all, it involved the royal family and more than one member of the royal family had died. When discussing this matter, it was relatively obscure. With just a few words, it didn't stir up as much waves as most of the gossip.
Of course, it looked calm on the surface, but if this matter was related to some official, then there would be a bloody storm after the investigation. At that time, the panic would spread over the capital for at least three months. Not many people would be able to ignore the matter as if it had nothing to do with them like it did now.
Well, the premise was that it could be investigated. What if it couldn't be investigated?
The matter was done so meticulously. Whether the assassin completed the task or not, he would die. Therefore, it was more likely that it couldn't be investigated. However, there were no absolutes in the world. There might be a twist at any time.
In the palace, Imperial Concubine Su was tenacious. Gong Jiu only treated her according to the usual methods and didn't do his best. She survived. Perhaps there was too much hatred and unwillingness in her heart. Her desire to live was too strong.
On the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the former Princess Rui, Lady Liu, also followed into the palace. She brought her three daughters with her. Princess Heyang found her grandson. Although all the trouble was caused by the father of the baby girl in her hands, the child was innocent. Princess Heyang wasn't a psychopath. She returned the child safe and sound. Now, Lady Liu kept a close watch on the three children. At home, no matter how angry Li Hongming was at her, she was indifferent. To put it bluntly, she was a typical case of a dead pig not afraid of boiling water. However, if Li Hongming tried to touch her children, no, just wanted to get close to them, Lady Liu would go crazy in seconds. She would fight with Li Hongming like a mad dog.
Having seen this more than once, Li Hongming's face was so dark that ink could drip out. However, he had no power and influence. Lady Liu's father was still an elder of the inner pavilion. He still wanted to rise up and he still wanted the Liu family's help. Therefore, he couldn't do anything to Lady Liu. However, Li Hongming had never been a magnanimous person. If he really ascended the throne, Lady Liu would definitely not have a good end.
Lady Liu took care of Noble Consort Su. If it was in the past, she would probably do it herself. But now, she just sat there like a wooden stake. She didn't even move her mouth, let alone move her hands. Not to mention that the Jade Essence Palace was fully staffed now and the rewards from Emperor Le Cheng were flowing like water. Even if it was just a miserable situation before, Lady Liu wouldn't help. It was almost time, so she went to see the children. Although Noble Consort Su was injured and not sick, and Lady Liu rarely let the children appear in front of Noble Consort Su, when the children were around, Lady Liu was obviously much gentler and angry.
Noble Consort Su was so angry that her heart, liver, and lungs hurt. However, being angry could only increase the burden on her body. She could only suppress her anger. She used to be satisfied with Lady Liu, but now she was as dissatisfied with Lady Liu as she was with Jingwan. However, Lady Liu was stubborn now. Similarly, if anyone dared to use her children, she would still dare to make a scene in the palace.
Therefore, in the end, Noble Consort Su could only be like Li Hongming.
Lady Liu saw this and sneered in her heart. In the past, she was too stupid and had too many misgivings. That was why she was tightly controlled in the palm of their hands. Now, even if she knew that she might be at the end of the road, she didn't care. First, she would let herself be happy. When the time came, she would just take the three children with her. In any case, if she died, the three children definitely wouldn't have a good life. Although she was reluctant, she had no other choice because Lady Liu was very clear that even if she lowered herself like before, she wouldn't have a good life in the future.
Besides, Lady Liu felt that she might not be at the end of the road. As long as Li Hongming couldn't sit on the throne, the four of them still had a good chance of survival. The new emperor would deal with Li Hongming and wouldn't touch them. Firstly, it would show the new emperor's benevolence. Secondly, her three children were all girls and wouldn't pose a threat to the new emperor.
On the surface, Lady Liu tried her best to set up a protective wall for the children, but in her heart, she kept thinking about how to find a way out for them. It would be great if she could gain the favor of the new emperor first and get a protective talisman for them. That's right. Now, as long as she could exchange the safety of the four of them, Lady Liu wouldn't hesitate to betray Li Hongming. Unfortunately, she counted her fingers and thought over and over again, but she didn't think that any of them had a high chance of becoming the emperor. The emperor clearly had so many sons, and it seemed that they all had some ability, but they weren't outstanding. She used to think highly of Li Hongming, but he failed miserably time and time again. He was the first to fall. It was obvious that he was useless.
It was this kind of situation that was the most difficult to bet on. However, this kind of thing was different from other things. She couldn't cast the net too widely. Otherwise, if she was careless, she could lose her life in advance. If Li Hongming found out, he could kill her directly without caring about anything else.
Princess Liu looked more and more like a lifeless wooden stake, but she was very anxious in her heart.
Li Hongming had been restored to the title of Prince, but he hadn't arranged any work for the time being. Lady Liu had also been restored to the status of Princess. Prince Rui's Mansion had also been restored to its original size, and the necessary things had been moved in.
However, Princess Liu accidentally found one thing. Now Prince Rui's attitude towards Concubine Su seemed to be a bit strange. He was concerned about her, but there seemed to be something else. Princess Liu quietly observed and thought carefully. Finally, she understood the key of the problem. Our Prince Rui still resented his biological mother. He resented her for not dying directly!
Thinking about it, if Concubine Su died directly, then all the credit of saving the Emperor would be compensated for Li Hongming. If she died directly, Le Chengdi's feelings for her would be even deeper. Every time Concubine Su was mentioned intentionally or unintentionally, Le Chengdi would think that Concubine Su exchanged her life for his. Whether it was out of guilt or out of kindness, Li Hongming would inevitably benefit, just like Li Hongyuan. If she died, Li Hongming could immediately return to the imperial court, instead of taking care of the sick in the Jade Essence Palace. When a prince's mother died, he didn't have to worry about his mother. He was in a hurry now.
If Concubine Su was in her previous state, she would be of great help to Li Hongming. Li Hongming wouldn't be like this. The problem was that Concubine Su's current state could be seen by anyone with discerning eyes. After she recovered, she would be equal to a disabled person. Therefore, it was not as valuable as dying directly.
Princess Liu sneered in her heart. No matter how Li Hongming behaved on the surface, he was cold-blooded and selfish in nature. He put his own interests first. She wondered what Concubine Su would think if she knew it. Would she be sad and disappointed, or would she be gratified and kill herself to help him? After all, this son was taught by her hand.
Unfortunately, Concubine Su was asleep when Li Hongming showed this trace on his face. Otherwise, with her keen senses, how could she not notice her son's abnormality?
Princess Liu wanted to watch a show. She hoped that a good mother-in-law would find out or a man would say it directly. At that time, it would definitely be a good show. However, the chance to see it live was not big. Li Hongming and Concubine Su were not stupid. It was impossible for them to expose this in front of a third person.
The court was not calm. The adult princes were fighting openly and secretly. This time, their attitude was surprisingly consistent. They tried to pin the mastermind on Li Hongyuan. Li Hongyuan was still "the same as before", but his incomparable position in Le Chengdi's heart was the biggest threat.
This kind of inference without evidence was naturally untenable. What was more, Li Hongyuan had already "expressed his attitude" in front of Le Chengdi. Li Hongyuan made it clear to Le Chengdi that he didn't care if Le Chengdi suspected him or stripped him of his title. He didn't have time to explain or pay attention to anyone.
However, Le Chengdi fell for this trick. It was said that once a person's heart was biased, he would see everything with a filter. Li Hongyuan "grew up as a scoundrel". In Le Chengdi's eyes, he was a straightforward and well-behaved child.
Once the first impression was the strongest, Le Chengdi would definitely be unhappy when other princes slandered Li Hongyuan. Not to mention, on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, Le Chengdi was quite disappointed with their performance. So, they didn't dare to pretend to be pitiful by "losing a child" to gain sympathy. If they really dared to do so, Li Hongyuan wouldn't do anything to them, but they would suffer. In the end, those who still wanted to put the blame on Li Hongyuan were stopped by Le Chengdi's "unfilial and unfilial". They didn't dare to say more.
Originally, many people were worried about Li Hongyuan. However, he didn't do anything, and Le Chengdi had full power to uphold justice for him. Well, they were worried for nothing. The power of bias was really extraordinary.
As for those who didn't like Li Hongyuan, they could only stomp their feet in anger once again.
"Jin Qinwang's position in the Emperor's heart is unshakable. Even if it is shaken, those who want to kill him will be consigned to eternal damnation even faster. Rather than saying that the Emperor is biased towards Jin Qinwang, it's better to say that the Emperor is protecting the other princes to a certain extent. Now, it's just that the Emperor is still holding up, and Jin Qinwang is too lazy to move. If the estimation is correct, Jin Qinwang's wings are full, his claws and teeth are sharp, and he can brazenly attack at any time. "
For some things, as long as you pull out a thread, you can pull out a longer thread. Although it was just the tip of the iceberg, it was enough to frighten people. To deal with a person like Jin Qinwang, one couldn't act blindly without thinking. If one moved, one must hit with one blow. Otherwise, one could be gnawed until not even bones were left. Therefore, one must be patient, cautious, and thorough … …
Sun Yilin spent the Mid-Autumn Festival with the Luo family in the Luo family. It could be considered as experiencing the happy atmosphere of family harmony. However, that kind of happy mood couldn't be maintained for too long. Because, after all, the Luo family wasn't his home.
Tidying up the few things he had, he prepared to leave the capital.
Just at this time, someone came to the Luo family's door. Moreover, it was a girl, and she specifically asked to see Sun Yilin.
Sun Yilin was originally playing chess with Luo Jingbo, and Sun Yijia was watching from the side.
Hearing the news from the door guard, Sun Yijia looked at her elder brother with astonishment and ridicule. Her Fifth Brother owed a romantic debt outside? Aiyo, this was really too rare.
Sun Yilin's brows wrinkled. Sun Yijia looked, afraid that it wasn't something pleasant. She originally wanted to open her mouth and tease him a bit, but now, "Fifth Brother, why don't I have someone send her away?" A girl who wasn't related to him came to look for a man. It was very easy for them to never see such a person again, let alone send her away.
Sun Yilin looked at Sun Yijia with a little astonishment and disapproval. "Little Sister, she's just a girl." It was easy to send her away, but even easier to destroy her. How could you be so cruel?
Sun Yijia was speechless. "Didn't I do it for you? I thought that someone was pestering you. It turns out that my good intentions were treated as ill intent." Her brother's temperament looked gentle, but he was actually very cold, especially towards insignificant people. Now that he had changed so much, he was no longer gentle even on the surface. Could it be that he was gentle in his bones now?
Sun Yilin rubbed between his eyebrows helplessly.
These days, the siblings had spent more time together, and Sun Yilin's emotions had finally eased. He was no longer as stiff and emotionless as before. However, this was the first time that his emotions were so obvious.
Sun Yijia was really curious now.
"Bring her in." The other party had never been to the capital before and was unfamiliar with this place. They couldn't just ignore her.
She was quickly brought in. When they were still a distance away, Sun Yijia could feel her joy from her gait. However, when she got closer and saw her brother's expressionless face, she immediately became cautious and nervous, as if she was afraid that she would upset her brother.
This girl wasn't very beautiful. Her face was a little round, but she looked quite likable. She had a good upbringing. Sun Yijia guessed that she might be from a big family. Her eyes were very clean. It could be seen that either she was open-minded and didn't like to be calculative, or her living environment was relatively simple. If she was really from a big family, she would belong to the former. Also, her eyes obviously showed that she liked her brother very much. It was very pure, and she didn't seem to be affected by her brother's current appearance.
Sun Yijia's heart skipped a beat.
"Yilin …"
"Min Xiaoyuan," Sun Yilin interrupted her, "You only brought a servant girl and a nanny. How dare you come all the way to the capital? Do you know what you are doing? You are a girl. What if you are in danger? "
His tone was unspeakably strict. Naturally, there was also concern and concern that he didn't notice.
Sun Yijia saw this and some thoughts in her heart became more and more obvious.
Min Xiaoyuan lowered her head and unconsciously tugged at her handkerchief. Then, she lifted her eyes and carefully looked at Sun Yilin. "That, I also brought my brother's attendant and a coachman." She said softly.
Sun Yilin choked. Obviously, his heart was blocked. His eyes turned and it looked like he was about to roll his eyes.
Sun Yijia snorted and laughed out loud. She hurriedly covered her mouth with her handkerchief and then acted as if nothing had happened. She didn't do anything. Please ignore her. You can continue, continue.
Luo Jingbo was also "drinking tea" at this time. The husband and wife had a tacit understanding. Their eyes met through the edge of the quilt and they smiled tacitly. But, surnamed Min? Was she a girl from the Min family?
Sun Yilin glanced at them and didn't say anything. "Is this the main point?"
Min Xiaoyuan also looked at Sun Yilin and Luo Jingbo. If she guessed correctly, they should be Sun Yilin's younger sister and brother-in-law. She had already asked around about Sun Yilin. But if he didn't introduce her, she couldn't just run up to them. Moreover, her main point now was to make Sun Yilin let her stay. "Then what's the main point? Didn't you say that I didn't bring enough people?" Min Xiaoyuan revealed a sense of naivety and doubt.
Sun Yilin was a little discouraged. Obviously, this wasn't the first time this happened. "You shouldn't have come to the capital."
When Min Xiaoyuan heard this, the rims of her eyes became a little red. Her hand that was tugging at her handkerchief was a little pale.
Sun Yilin reflected on himself if he was too straightforward. However, there were some things that he couldn't do and couldn't promise, so he shouldn't drag it out. However, this girl seemed to have a one-track mind. It wasn't the first time he had rejected her so straightforwardly, but he didn't see any signs of her backing down. "Miss Min, chasing after a man without telling your family is not something a lady from a respectable family should do. Not only will your family be worried, but if others find out, not only you, but your parents and elders will also be pointed at. Your sisters' reputation will also be tarnished because of your actions. Whether you're selfish or willful, you shouldn't …"
"Young Master Sun …" The old servant behind Min Xiaoyuan finally couldn't listen to it anymore.
Sun Yilin glanced at her coldly and continued to speak, ignoring Min Xiaoyuan's pitter-patter of tears. "I've told you long ago that it's impossible between us. Not to mention that I'm all alone now with no official position, title, or property, how can I afford to raise a pampered girl like you? Even I have never thought of marrying. So, go back to where you came from. Don't cause trouble for others, do you understand?"
This was the first time Sun Yijia heard her elder brother speak so bluntly. It was too much to say this to a girl. Moreover, this girl didn't seem to be thick-skinned. The fact that she followed him to the capital was probably the most outrageous thing she could do. Even if she wanted to reject him, she should at least be more tactful. "Fifth Brother …"
"Little Sister, this is my business. Don't butt in. Just mind your own business." Sun Yilin tilted his head and said coldly.
Sun Yijia was obviously angered by him this time. She put down the cup in her hand on the table. "Fine, I don't care. Do whatever you want."
This time, Luo Jingbo had a headache. Pregnant women had a strange temper. It was fine if his wife wasn't angry, but once she got angry, he might not be able to coax her back even if he tried his best. Brother-in-law, you shouldn't trick me like this.
Min Xiaoyuan wiped her tears. "I've disturbed you today, Young Master. I'll leave now." As she spoke, she left directly. She was very straightforward, but her whole person exuded a sense of stubbornness.
"Young Miss …" Min Xiaoyuan's servant called out worriedly.
"Let's go. Why are you staying here? You'll be annoying." Min Xiaoyuan quickened her steps.
Min Xiaoyuan's behavior was surprising. She chased after him from so far away, but she gave up so easily.
Only Sun Yilin felt his head hurt even more. "Little Sister, send someone to find out where they're staying. They're new to the capital and will be easily bullied."
"Fifth Brother, didn't you tell me to stay out of your business? Why are you looking for me?" Sun Yijia said coldly.
"Little Sister …" Sun Yilin said helplessly, "This girl was born in the Min family. Her grandfather and the head of the Min family are cousins. Their family is doing well. She's the daughter of the main wife, so she should have a good marriage of equal status. She shouldn't be involved with me. I don't know my future, and I don't want to get married.
Don't you understand? "" Fifth Brother, when did you meet her? "
"Two years ago." Although Sun Yilin didn't know why, he still answered truthfully.
"Do you know how old she is now?"
Sun Yilin's face stiffened. "Eighteen."
Sun Yijia sneered. "Obviously, you've already delayed her. We're all from aristocratic families. You know very well what aristocratic families are like. When you met her, she was already sixteen. What do you think the chances of her not being engaged are? The fact that she's still with you now means that her marriage is obviously over. Not many men in aristocratic families can decide their own marriages, let alone a girl. It takes a lot of courage and determination to fight against her own marriage. If she doesn't do well, her family would rather kill her. The fact that she's still standing in front of you, other than the fact that her parents should be kind and doting on her, she's definitely sacrificed a lot herself. However, she's still full of vitality, which means that she has no regrets about her sacrifice. She may be rebellious, but she dares to pursue her goals. Even if you reject her, at least you shouldn't use words to hurt her. Everyone can criticize her, but you can't. Furthermore, if a pampered girl were to meet a man who had lost her heart outside, how could her family turn a blind eye to that man? But why do I feel that you haven't interacted with her family? This means that Miss Min stopped her family from looking for you to avoid causing trouble for you. "
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