When Emperor Liang saw Jiang Xue, he first asked a few simple questions, such as where are you from? Who are your parents? Names? How old are you? Questions like these. Jiang Xue answered all of them without hiding anything.
However, the consequence of doing so was that she would be recognized.
The rumors that Emperor Liang doted on Xiao Pingjing and Prince You Sheng were not baseless. When he heard that her father was Lin Shen, he was immediately shocked. "You are Lin Shen's daughter? The wife that Brother Wang chose for Pingjing? "This was really fate. He said that he would wait for another year. If the girl that Pingjing had been engaged to since childhood did not appear, he would arrange the marriage. He did not expect that this girl would appear.
"Lin Xi does have such an engagement." Jiang Xue replied neither arrogantly nor humbly.
"Brother Wang, do you know about this?" Emperor Liang looked at Xiao Tingsheng with a smile.
Xiao Tingsheng was still a little surprised. In fact, when he was in Gan Province, he already knew from Li Feng that Jiang Xue was Lin Shen's daughter. She was the wife that Pingjing had been engaged to since childhood. However, after such a long time, she did not reveal her identity. He thought that she cared about her mother's last wish and did not want to force her. He thought that if she could spend more time with Pingjing, he would be happy. If not, he would acknowledge her as his daughter. This way, he would be able to answer to his third brother.
Unexpectedly, when Emperor Liang asked, she did not hide anything.
He smiled and said, "Your Majesty, I did not know before." Sometimes, people had to pretend to be ignorant to live better.
Jiang Xue looked at Xiao Tingsheng's serious face and couldn't help but complain in her heart, Old fox!
He had probably said enough warm words. Emperor Liang quickly got to the main point of today's meeting. He wanted her to unseal Marquis Mozi's acupoints. He said that he already knew that he was in the wrong and that it was inconvenient for his martial arts to be sealed.
Regarding this, Jiang Xue could not deny it. However, she sighed in her heart. Compared to his father, Xiao Jingyan, this Emperor Liang was too soft-hearted. This person was not suitable to be an emperor. But thinking about how Xiao Jingyan only had two legitimate sons, the second son was even worse. Although this Emperor Liang in front of him was a little soft-hearted, with the help of the Changlin King, it was enough to preserve his legacy.
However, Emperor Liang's body seemed to be slightly unwell, and it was man-made. Although it wasn't obvious yet, if they didn't do anything about it, Emperor Liang would probably die in three years' time.
Although he promised to unseal the Marquis of Mozi's acupoints, Jiang Xue still didn't trust him. Thus, he was careful and placed a strand of Gu on him when he was not paying attention. This type of Gu worm was as thin as a strand of hair. Normally, it would remain motionless in the body and would not attract attention. Jiang Xue held the mother Gu in her hand. Controlling the mother Gu, she could control the child Gu, making the victim suffer a fate worse than death.
Of course, she only put it down just in case.
If the Marquis of Mo Zi didn't have a crooked mind, then even if they were a thousand miles away, she would still be able to kill him.
Thinking of this, Jiang Xue couldn't help but reveal a gentle smile. Her smile made the Marquis of Mo Zi's vigilance, feeling that something was wrong. But after inspecting, he did not find anything. This made him think, could it be that he was overthinking things?
After unsealing the Marquis of Mo Zi's acupoints, he talked about the matter of Imperial Concubine Shu. It involved the matters of the palace and had nothing to do with Jiang Xue. Thus, after Emperor Liang rewarded Jiang Xue with some things, he quickly sent people to escort Jiang Xue out of the palace. Carrying a considerable amount of gold, silver, and treasures, as well as exquisite jewelry and satin, Jiang Xue quickly left the palace.
The moment she left the palace, she saw that Xiao Pingjing was already waiting outside.
"Ah Xue, are you alright?" Xiao Pingjing asked. His tone was a little anxious.
Jiang Xue shook her head: "Of course I'm fine. His Majesty is very kind, he even rewarded me with many things. " Seeing that Emperor Liang was so tactful, she decided to wait for Xiao Tingsheng to return before reminding him of her discovery of Emperor Liang's slight illness.
Xiao Pingjing smiled: "It's good that you're fine. Why didn't my father come out with you? "
"His Majesty left the old prince to discuss the matter of Imperial Concubine Shu. I'm afraid he won't be back for a while." Jiang Xue replied.
Xiao Pingjing nodded in understanding. Marquis Mo Zi killed six people after entering the capital. There had to be an explanation for the matter of Imperial Concubine Shu. Since they had already captured Marquis Mo Zi, the matter had to be explained clearly. Otherwise, there would be no end of trouble.
"Right, I want to give you a reminder. When Imperial Concubine Shu gave birth, Old Madam of Laiyang was there the entire time. She wanted to know the truth. Perhaps you should ask her some questions. Perhaps you'll find some interesting clues. "Jiang Xue smiled.
This Old Madam of Laiyang was also a problem.
Since she was the one who did it, then she had to be punished. Moreover, Meng Qianxue also needed to know who had harmed her.
"Old Madam of Laiyang?" Xiao Pingjing was stunned at first, but he was a smart person after all. He quickly reacted: "That's impossible, how could it be?" He could understand why Old Madam of Laiyang hated Changlin Palace. These few days, he had been investigating sister-in-law's matter. He also knew that it was his father who reported the matter of Prince Laiyang's corruption. However, Imperial Concubine Shu and Old Madam of Laiyang were sisters of the same clan. The two of them married from Donghai to Daliang together and snuggled up to each other.
She actually had the heart to do it.
Xiao Pingjing understood this point, and his heart immediately turned cold.
Jiang Xue said: "Nothing is impossible in this world." The reason why Old Madam of Laiyang was able to succeed was not because her methods were brilliant, but because she had become a chess piece used by others. Otherwise, with her intelligence, she would have had nothing to do with it seven years ago. It was enough for her to live for seven more years. "Right, I still have something to do. I'll leave first. " Before Marquis Mo Zi found Old Madam of Laiyang, she felt that it was necessary to let Xiao Yuanqi know what kind of person his loving mother was.
Xiao Pingjing's mind was now filled with the matter of Old Madam of Laiyang. His mind was a little chaotic, and he said absentmindedly: "Okay. I'll send you back to Jifeng Hall. "
Both of them had things on their minds. This was the first time Xiao Pingjing went to Jifeng Hall without stopping and directly went back. Moreover, seeing that he abandoned the carriage and went back with his qinggong, one could tell how anxious he was.
Jiang Xue knew that Emperor Liang and Marquis Mo Zi were talking about Imperial Concubine Shu in the palace. Old Madam of Laiyang would be summoned into the palace by Emperor Liang at any time to confront him, so she could not delay. She immediately changed her clothes, covered her face, and went to Marquis Mansion of Laiyang. Although Marquis Laiyang's status in the capital was a little awkward, his mansion was not small. It occupied a vast area and had an imposing appearance. At a glance, one could tell that he lived a very wealthy life.
She directly entered Old Madam of Laiyang's courtyard and saw her in her room. Her face was pale and she looked uneasy. It was obvious that she panicked after knowing that Marquis Mo Zi had killed someone. She quietly walked in, took out the knife in her sleeve, and put it on Old Madam of Laiyang's neck.
Old Madam of Laiyang was worried that she would be killed by Marquis Mo Zi. At this time, she was frightened and screamed: "Ah, help!"
When the people in the mansion heard the sound, a maid immediately came to ask. When she opened the door and saw Old Madam of Laiyang with a knife on her neck, she immediately screamed and shouted that there was an assassin in the mansion. Jiang Xue did not stop her. She looked calm and said softly: "Old Madam, go out with me."
Old Madam of Laiyang recovered from the panic and found that it was not Marquis Mo Zi who kidnapped her, but a young girl. She could not help but ask: "Who are you? Why do you want to kidnap me? Do you know that kidnapping a member of the royal family is a serious crime? "Who was this girl? Why did she do this to her? Could it be that she was from Donghai? But her sixth sense told her that she was not from Donghai.
"Old Madam, it's better to speak less. Otherwise, it will make my mood even worse. If my hand trembles and I don't control my strength, I will accidentally hurt Old Madam's precious jade body. At that time, Old Madam can only go down to meet my father. " Although the original owner never had any resentment because of Li Feng's careful teaching, Madam Wang did not. She resented the Marquis of Laiyang's family, Emperor Liang, and even Changlin Wang Mansion.
She resented the Marquis of Laiyang for doing such a thing, but his life was still not in danger. Emperor Liang even gave him a title after his death and let him enter the Imperial Mausoleum. She also resented Xiao Tingsheng for not finding out earlier. In this way, her husband Lin Shen might not have died.
Old Madam of Laiyang's voice trembled: "Miss and I have never had a long-cherished wish in our lives. I wonder why you are doing this?" She also had a bad premonition in her heart.
At this time, Xiao Yuanqi, who had received the news, also hurried over with the guards in the mansion and immediately shouted: "Let go of my mother."
"Marquis of Laiyang, Xiao Yuanqi." Jiang Xue looked at Xiao Yuanqi indifferently.
Xiao Yuanqi only felt that this voice was a little familiar, but for a moment, he could not remember where he had heard it. But now was not the time to think about this. He stared at Jiang Xue without blinking, afraid that she would accidentally take his mother's life. He clenched his fists: "Who exactly are you? If you can stop in time, I can let bygones be bygones. "
"Old Madam, your son happens to be here. Why don't you explain the matter clearly, and I will let you go. Otherwise, I can only invite you to reunite with the Marquis of Laiyang below. " When Jiang Xue said this, there was a sinister tone in her voice, which made people shudder.
Old Madam of Laiyang said: "What do you want me to say? I don't know anything. I don't know you either. "
"Eminent people often forget things. Let me remind you." Jiang Xue said: "Twenty years ago, your husband, the Marquis of Laiyang, embezzled the army's provisions and bought inferior weapons, causing the entire army to almost be wiped out in the battle at the border. My father also died because of this, but I didn't expect Emperor Wujing to be biased towards his son. Although Emperor Wujing took away the title, he was only encircled. But your family still enjoys glory and wealth, while I lost my father when I was born, and my mother died of depression. Heaven is so unfair. Since the government can't give me justice, I will get it back myself. " As Jiang Xue spoke, she exerted force on her hand, and a bloody mark appeared on Old Madam of Laiyang's neck.
Old Madam of Laiyang didn't seem to feel anything, but she was a little stunned.
Although Xiao Yuanqi knew that his father died of depression because he lost the favor of the late Emperor, what happened in the middle? He didn't know either. After all, he was still young when his father died and didn't have an impression. Every time he asked his mother, she would only cry. Gradually, he stopped asking. He didn't expect that such a person would suddenly appear today, saying that his father embezzled the army's provisions and caused tens of thousands of people's families to be destroyed.
This was impossible, impossible. Although he didn't have much impression of his father. But he also remembered his father's broad back. He was definitely not such a villain. No … "You're lying. My father is not such a person."
"Should we ask your mother?" Jiang Xue lowered her head and said, "Old Madam, do you think I'm right?"
Old Madam of Laiyang also knew the cause and effect of the matter. Originally, she was a little resentful of her husband and didn't want to live a good life. Why did he do such a thing? But with the death of the Prince of Laiyang, her resentment also disappeared. Even as the days went by unsatisfactory and she was mocked by some nobles, and seeing that Changlin Wang Mansion was valued by Emperor Liang, she couldn't help but feel resentment in her heart when she thought that the people who exposed it were Xiao Tingsheng and Emperor Liang.
It accumulated bit by bit.
She hated Emperor Liang and Xiao Tingsheng for not caring about their brotherly relationship, causing her husband to die of illness early, causing her to lose her husband, and causing Yuanqi to lose his father.
But today, when Jiang Xue pointed out what happened back then, she didn't come back to her senses.
"Mother …" Xiao Yuanqi knew his mother the best. Seeing her in a daze and evasive eyes, he knew that what the black-clothed man in front of him said was most likely true.
"Don't listen to her nonsense. This is fake. Your father is an indomitable … "
Jiang Xue said: "Don't you feel guilty when you say this? Aren't you afraid that those tens of thousands of dead souls will find you? Didn't you hear their mournful cries when you slept at night? "
Old Madam of Laiyang was speechless.
At this time, the people from the capital magistrate's side also came, and they even brought a large number of guards over, surrounding the mansion. And as if they had agreed, the eunuch from the palace also came. Looking at the chaotic Marquis' Mansion of Laiyang, he was a little stunned. But after all, he was someone from the palace, so he quickly stabilized the situation. Soon, he also retreated to the back, quietly waiting for news.
Xun Feizhan also quickly brought people over, but he didn't dare to act rashly because of Old Madam of Laiyang in Jiang Xue's hands.
Jiang Xue's eyes were sharp, and she quickly saw the eunuch at the back. She chuckled and said: "Old Madam, it seems that the person who really wants your life is here. I won't accompany you here. Remember to tell the truth when you get to the palace later, or your son Xiao Yuanqi … "Before she finished speaking, she picked up Old Madam of Laiyang and threw her to Xun Feizhan.
She flew up, like a big bird with its wings open, turned back and forth in the air twice, and soon disappeared.
Although Xun Feizhan wanted to chase after her, in order to pick up Old Madam of Laiyang, he had to give up. By the time he put down Old Madam of Laiyang, Jiang Xue had already disappeared, so he could only give up.
After Old Madam of Laiyang applied medicine simply, she was accompanied by the eunuch and Xun Feizhan, and they set off for the palace together.
Although the Emperor didn't summon Xiao Yuanqi, Xiao Yuanqi was really worried, so he asked to accompany them. Old Madam of Laiyang seemed to realize something and didn't want Xiao Yuanqi to go. But Xiao Yuanqi insisted, and Xun Feizhan thought of what happened just now and agreed.
After coming out of Marquis' Mansion of Laiyang, Jiang Xue directly returned to Jifeng Hall.
"Jifei, help me keep an eye on the palace. I want to know the final result of Old Madam of Laiyang. "Jiang Xue ordered.
Jifei nodded and quickly disappeared.
Jiang Xue still had a lot of information about Jifei, who she had trained. Although Jifei's kung fu wasn't high, his qinggong was top-notch, even stronger than hers. Moreover, his concealed weapon skills were not bad, so escaping wasn't a problem.
Jifei didn't come back until evening.
Jiang Xue also quickly found out what happened to Old Madam of Laiyang. She murdered Consort Shu and Meng Qianxue. If it was only the latter, she might be able to live, but Consort Shu's death couldn't be easily understood, and Marquis Mozi wasn't willing. Although Xiao Yuanqi tried his best to beg Marquis Mozi, Marquis Mozi still didn't change his mind. In the end, in order to protect Xiao Yuanqi, Old Madam of Laiyang could only commit suicide. However, on account of Xiao Yuanqi and her identity as Donghai Commandery Princess, she didn't announce her crime to the public.
She was really lucky.
After the death of Old Madam of Laiyang, Xiao Yuanqi fell silent after handling her funeral. His resentment towards Marquis Mozi also increased. However, when he was packing up Old Madam of Laiyang's belongings, he found that Old Madam of Laiyang had actually used witchcraft to curse Emperor Liang in her room.
After Old Madam of Laiyang died, Marquis Mozi also returned to Donghai. However, this was only an excuse on the surface. Only he himself knew whether he had left or not.
Jifei said, "Miss, do you need me to inquire about him?"
"No need, I'm no longer interested in him. On the other hand, keep an eye on Puyang Ying. Report to me immediately if he makes any movements. "After settling the matter of Old Madam of Laiyang, Puyang Ying was next. Old Madam of Laiyang could only be considered a side dish. This Puyang Ying was the main dish.
"Yes." Jifei immediately replied.
He originally wanted to find trouble with Puyang Ying, but he didn't expect that the news Jifei brought would be even more shocking. Puyang Ying actually had people set the Eastern Palace on fire and used this to threaten Empress Xun. He said that the Crown Prince's life was in danger and that he needed to sacrifice the lives of hundreds of thousands of people to increase the Crown Prince's fortune and longevity. When Jiang Xue found out about Puyang Ying's true identity, she already knew that he wasn't a good person. Thus, she wasn't surprised by his plan. What she really didn't expect was Empress Xun. She didn't even know how she became the Empress.
She actually believed Puyang Ying's nonsense.
She allowed Puyang Ying to secretly cultivate the plague germs. When the research was successful, she caused a plague in Scarlet Cloud Town outside the city. She also asked Empress Xun to order the capital magistrate Li Gu to turn a blind eye to the illness.
With the lives of thousands of people at stake, Jiang Xue didn't hesitate at all. She directly had Jifei hand over the evidence to Xiao Tingsheng and let him tell Emperor Liang. Because this matter involved the Empress, and it was something like causing a plague. Xiao Tingsheng didn't dare to delay and immediately reported to Emperor Liang. When Emperor Liang heard the news, he couldn't believe that his Empress was such a stupid person.
He immediately flew into a rage and found Empress Xun to confront her.
At first, Empress Xun refused to admit it, but in front of the evidence, she could only admit to it helplessly. However, she cried that she had no choice.
Although this matter was vile, Xiao Tingsheng stopped it because it hadn't happened yet. In consideration of the Crown Prince, Empress Xun was only stripped of her power to control the harem and imprisoned in her own palace to reflect on her mistakes. When Xun Baishui found out what his sister was going to do, he couldn't help but call her stupid. She could believe this kind of nonsense. What blessing and longevity? She had harmed these people. The heavens were already showing mercy by not being struck by lightning. She still wanted to have a blessing and longevity? Dream on! At this moment, Xun Baishui really wanted to pry open his sister's head and see if it was filled with paste.
Although Xun Baishui was wary of the Changlin prince's estate and had many schemes, he would never do anything that was detrimental to Daliang.
Puyang Ying was smart. He had gotten the news early and immediately fled the city. However, he was caught red-handed by Jifei, who Jiang Xue had sent out.
Puyang Ying's martial arts were very ordinary. He could become a master in Daliang only because of his own schemes. Therefore, when he was caught by Jifei, he didn't say a word and directly crippled his martial arts, throwing him to Xun Feizhan to deal with. At the same time, he also took away Puyang Ying's token that represented the sect master.
After taking the token, she found out that Ye Lingzi was everywhere in Daliang.
Even the aunt in charge of the Crown Prince's palace, who was said to be Empress Xun's confidant from her maternal family, was also a member of Ye Lingzi. What Jiang Xue didn't expect the most was that Ye Lingzi's people were also in Jifeng Hall. It was Sister Yun.
She was originally a doctor in Datong. Last time, when Jiang Xue and Xiao Pingjing went to Datong to investigate things, she helped a lot. Therefore, when she left, she wanted to go to Jinling with Jiang Xue, and Jiang Xue agreed. However, she didn't expect her to be a member of Ye Lingzi. Sister Yun had been in Jifeng Hall for more than ten years and had never done anything out of line. She had always been honest.
She hid very well.
With Sister Yun's reminder, Jiang Xue quickly cleaned up Jifeng Hall from the inside out. She really found a lot of things. Sister Yun wasn't the only Ye Lingzi in Jifeng Hall. It was just that the others were just arranged to be there and weren't important medicinal apprentices.
Of course, while Jiang Xue was busy, there was a small tail following behind her. It was Xiao Pingjing.
He already knew that Jiang Xue was his fiancée since childhood. Previously, because the Eastern Sea and Northern Yan envoys came one after another, he had to help Xun Feizhan strengthen the defense line outside the city, so he couldn't be idle. After that, Empress Xun's matter and Puyang Ying's matter of wanting to cause a plague were enough to keep him busy.
Now that everything was settled, he had some free time.
So, he found Jiang Xue.
He even said that he was following his father's orders to cultivate feelings with her.
Jiang Xue didn't resist Xiao Pingjing's approach, but she didn't get too close either. Xiao Pingjing wasn't in a hurry either. He took his time, as if he wanted to carry out his plan. Unfortunately, it didn't take long for Liang and Yu to start fighting again.
During this time, Emperor Liang's health was getting worse. If Xiao Pingjing hadn't begged Jiang Xue to give him a bottle of Hundred Flower Pills, Emperor Liang probably wouldn't be able to get out of bed now. Even so, Emperor Liang couldn't hold on for much longer. After all, his body was already thoroughly damaged. In order to let the Crown Prince take charge as soon as possible, Emperor Liang brought the Crown Prince to the imperial court to deal with matters.
He even appointed the assistant ministers.
There was Xun Baishui for civil affairs and Xiao Tingsheng for military affairs. As long as these two worked well together, Liang wouldn't have to worry. Unfortunately, Xun Baishui was afraid of Xiao Tingsheng, so the two of them didn't get along well.
Now that Great Liang and Great Yu were at war again, Xiao Tingsheng brought his two sons, Xiao Pingzhang and Xiao Pingjing, to battle. Originally, Meng Qianxue also wanted to go, but at this time, she was found to be more than a month pregnant and had no choice but to stay. On the eve of the execution, Jiang Xue gave Xiao Pingjing a bottle of Life-prolonging Pills as a gift. As long as the person still had a breath left, eating the Life-prolonging Pill could protect his heart for seven days until help arrived.
As for Xiao Pingjing, Jiang Xue thought he would say something before he left. Unexpectedly, he didn't say a word. However, he gave the longevity lock hanging around his neck to Jiang Xue for safekeeping, saying that he would come back to get it.
It seemed like he didn't say anything, but in reality, he had said everything.
After sending off the three Xiao Clan fathers and sons, Jiang Xue was summoned to the palace. Emperor Liang's health was almost at its limit. He asked Jiang Xue to save his life, not because he was afraid of death, but because he didn't want to die at this time. If he died, it would be considered filial piety. According to the rules, Xiao Tingsheng, Xiao Pingjing, and Xiao Pingzhang would have to come back for the funeral. This was definitely not something Emperor Liang wanted to see. Jiang Xue did her best to satisfy him.
However, just in case, Emperor Liang also made two backup plans. He left behind an imperial edict saying that if he died, the Xiao Clan father and son would prioritize the people and the war. There was no need to rush back. Moreover, he also thought of Empress Xun. After the Puyang Ying incident, he realized that the empress was a troublemaker. Thus, he left behind a posthumous edict. If he died, he requested that Empress Xun become a nun and go to Mount Wutai to pray for Daliang for the rest of her life, never to leave the mountain.
When he made this edict, Xun Baishui was also present. His lips moved, but in the end, he didn't say anything.
Emperor Liang made preparations for everything.
Fortunately, the heavens saw that he was gentle and cared for him. When Xiao Tingsheng returned with the Chang Lin Army in victory, Emperor Liang was still alive. However, he was already a lamp without oil. He could only hold on.
On the seventh day after Xiao Tingsheng rushed back, Emperor Liang entrusted the Crown Prince to Xun Baishui and Xiao Tingsheng in front of everyone in the imperial court. He himself passed away.
When Emperor Liang passed away and entered the period of national mourning, the imperial court slacked off. Fortunately, although Xun Baishui was a utilitarian, he didn't lack talent and quickly settled down. However, Xiao Tingsheng couldn't accept it because of Emperor Liang's passing. After all, he was old and had experienced a great battle. After rushing back and forth, he supported himself through the funeral and fell ill. Fortunately, Xiao Pingzhang was guarding the border, so there was nothing to worry about.
…
Three years later.
Today was the day of Jiang Xue and Xiao Pingjing's wedding.
Now, Daliang had settled down after Xun Baishui and Xiao Tingsheng's hard work. Although the little emperor, Xiao Yuanshi, was young, it could be seen that he had been taught well. Moreover, he knew how to use people well.
Xiao Tingsheng officially retired half a year ago, leaving everything to his two sons, Xiao Pingzhang and Xiao Pingjing.
In the past half a year, his wish had been fulfilled. After half a year of fighting, his body had many hidden injuries. If not for Jiang Xue, he might not have died. He might not have been able to hold on until today. Before he died, he wanted to see his second son, Xiao Pingjing, settle down.
As soon as the mourning period ended, Jiang Xue nodded and agreed to the marriage.
At this time, Meng Qianxue was pregnant again. She had been pregnant for three months. Her eldest son, Xiao Ce, was already two and a half years old. Probably because she had a son to carry on the family line, Meng Qianxue hoped to have a daughter this time.
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