Chapter 174

Qi Feng took a cool breath. What Jiang Ruan said shocked him, but what was more shocking was that the tone and expression of her words had a kind of unspeakable ruthlessness and hostility. He suddenly found that the word "poisonous woman" mentioned by Mo Cong was not enough to describe Jiang Ruan. She was cruel enough, and more importantly, she was brave enough. Ordinary daughter home where dare to say these rebellious words, but she just said, and said so naturally. It's the truth that the imperial court has always been fighting against the invaders, but no one dare to say that.

After a long silence, he said: "even if he really dares to do this, there are many people in Beijing. What's wrong with the food and grass? If he doesn't wait for someone to stop him from going out of the city and find out what happened, Zhang Ji will come to no good end. The eighth Prince is not a fool. How can he expose the target so easily to others? "

Jiang Ruan said with a smile: "Xuanli is the most suspicious person. Naturally, he would not use such a bad method. Therefore, there is nothing wrong with the passive hand and foot of grain and grass, at least on the road within dozens of miles from the city. Moreover, he will certainly do a play, which is bound to be very wonderful. The ultimate goal is to get your Majesty's trust. "

"You..." Qi Feng narrowed his eyes slightly: "it seems that he knows the eighth Prince very well." Jiang Ruan's words naturally have a kind of familiarity with Xuanli, which makes Qi Feng feel strange. But how can a lady get to know Xuanli? Even when she is a princess in the palace, her understanding of people's character and what they will do next can only be grasped by people who are close to each other day and night.

Qi Feng had a conjecture in his mind. Could it be that Jiang Ruan was interested in Xuanli? Only when he was interested in a person, would he always pay attention to what he did and thought, and understand each other's every move. But when Qi Feng looked at Jiang Ruan seriously, he shook his head in his heart. Jiang Ruan's eyes are calm and her smile is gentle, but she lacks affection. Seeing what she does and what she says, she doesn't like Xuanli intentionally, which makes Qi Feng more confused.

"If you know yourself and your enemy, you can win a hundred battles." Jiang Ruan looked into Qi Feng's puzzled eyes and said with a smile, "sooner or later, King Jinying's mansion will face the eighth prince. Since they are all in a state of immortality, they should make preparations early, otherwise they will be treated as a fool and end up dead." She spoke softly, but Qi Feng was stunned to hear the gnashing of teeth. However, each other's face is beautiful, eyes are gentle, as if just now is his illusion.

"Even if Xuanli wanted to win the throne, the great cause of the world would not be so easy." Qi Feng said with a proud smile: "in this world, he also has people who dare not provoke. Whether the third sister-in-law is too worried, I promise, he doesn't have the courage to attack Jinying palace. "

Jiang Ruan's smile gradually cooled down. Although Qi Feng had learned the power of the imperial court, he might be able to use the struggle to achieve his own goal, but Qi Feng also had one weakness, that is, he was not good at guessing people's minds. Qi Feng's point of view is to predict Xuanli's actions as a politician and a fighting prince. But Xuanli's behavior will not be a prince of solid steps. Jiang Ruan regarded Xuanli as a selfish, cunning and tolerant man. The man used everything he could, including timing. She has been with this man for so many years, and her understanding of him is deep into the bone marrow. Qi Feng is not as good as her.

"Well, is Mr. Qi willing to help me?" Jiang Ruan light way.

Qi Feng was stunned, and he suddenly realized that in the short words Jiang Ruan had just said, he had actually wavered. Jiang Ruan's words really made him suffer a great impact. He unconsciously agreed with Jiang Ruan's words. He frowned: "my third brother and I are both prosperous, and I am duty bound to do something about my third brother. Third sister-in-law, "he said slowly," we can't make a fuss about this. Let the dark guard continue to watch Zhang Ji, and then find someone to guard Xia's and Jiang's house. Let's have a long-term plan. At least, we have to find a perfect way to stop it. "

"Why stop it?" Jiang Ruan asked lightly.

Qi Feng a Zheng, don't understand of see toward her: "this words how to understand?"

"There is a kind of hardship in the world, which is that you can't share with others when you succeed, and you can't talk with others when you are wronged. Since Xia Jun and Jiang Chao are going to do it in the dark, I will make them dumb and eat Coptis chinensis. Mr. Qi is used to being open and aboveboard, but I think sometimes it's more convenient to act in the dark. This time, I want them to pay the price! "

Surprised by the cool color burst out in those beautiful eyes, Qi Feng couldn't help being in the same place. However, he felt that the charming girl who was born in the first place had launched a fierce attack, and there was a kind of compelling color blooming in an instant. He had never met such a woman before. He could not help sighing and said, "well, what does the third sister-in-law think we should do?"

Jiang Ruan looked at him with a smile: "I know that Prince Qi also has a status in the imperial court. The eighth Prince is going to sing a big play next. This play needs Prince Qi to arrange people to call for it. Only in this way can it be fun."

"He even told you that?" Qi Feng was stunned again, and then said with a bitter smile: "well, you are the young lady of Jinying palace. It's OK to tell you. Please take care of her in the future. This time, please give me more advice. "

Jiang Ruan nodded gently, and there was a trace of coldness in his eyes.

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In the palace.In the imperial garden, the queen is having tea with several beauties. The Yingyan in the courtyard are all graceful and graceful, but they are the queen in the main position. Even if they are in gorgeous clothes, they can't hide their old appearance.

The crown prince is becoming more and more unpopular. Although the emperor did not explicitly give the order to abolish the crown prince, now the crown prince is not as involved as the eighth Prince and the fifth prince, which is enough to change the minds of those who are still waiting. In the past, there were still some neutral people, but now they secretly took refuge in the "85" faction and the "85" faction. As for the prince, there are few people left. At least the people in the court know that the future Prince of the great Jin Dynasty is not the prince. Now it depends on which of the eight princes and the five princes is more capable.

One of the people sitting next to the queen was Wang lian'er, and the other was Jiang Dan. Wang lian'er is dressed in pink silk and gauze, which makes her fair skin look like goat's milk. She looks beautiful, but there is a kind of tenderness and elegance that can enter the bone marrow, and a faint smell of books. The young lady of the Hanlin family is a talented woman worthy of the name. Now the jieyujiaohua around the emperor is very popular.

Jiang Dan is dressed in a green dress. As far as her appearance is concerned, she is not as good as Wang lian'er. She is not as gentle and generous as Wang lian'er, but she has a fresh and lively feeling. Compared with Wang lian'er, Jiang Dan is quite comfortable in the palace now, and even the queen can't get rid of her. She has a kind of innocence in her actions. She is not good at the servants in the palace, and she won't take the initiative to compete for favor. So compared with Wang lian'er, the whole palace loved her. Now she often follows the emperor and occasionally says something to make him laugh, which the emperor also attaches great importance to.

Mu Xirou didn't come today. She was always arrogant and indifferent, and never disdained to associate with the imperial concubine. The virtuous imperial concubine is even more. Since the defeat of imperial concubine Chen and imperial concubine Shu, she has been in the palace all day. It was because the fight between the fifth Prince and the eighth prince became more and more fierce that she had to retreat bravely and not be arrogant.

The rest are some new beauties of lower rank, some of whom are lively and beautiful, but now only three of them are most favored. The Queen's face was pale and tired, and said, "it's getting colder and colder."

It's really getting colder and colder. At the beginning of winter, the daily limelight is bigger. Wang lian'er said with a smile, "exactly. But it's still warm in the capital. It's said that there are paper snowflakes in Tianjin. I think it should be very cold. "

The queen took a look at Wang lian'er. Wang lian'er's words revealed that the emperor should be very fond of her. Otherwise, how could he even tell Wang lian'er about the border affairs. Even though she was indifferent to the color, she said, "it's really hard for the soldiers to be cold outside."

"What the empress said," Jiang Dan said with a smile, "is that the mountains and rivers of the great Jin Dynasty depend on these soldiers. Your majesty is blessed. There will be a victory in Tianjin. When the soldiers return, there will be boundless scenery. However, when I think of the hard work of the officers and soldiers, I feel very ashamed of my concubine's extravagance. My concubine is willing to donate some silver jewelry for some food and materials, and transport them to the border with me. I will do my best. "

Hearing Jiang Dan's words, the queen was a little surprised. Then she looked at her with admiration. As the mother of a country, the queen always hopes that the grand Jin Dynasty will be prosperous no matter what she thinks about the court. Naturally, I also hope that the battle of the state of Jin on the same day can be played well. But we all know that this is not an easy thing. Now that there is a shortage of food and grass, Jiang Dan takes the initiative to donate some materials. This is really not easy. As a beauty in the palace, Jiang Dan naturally can't donate much. But once it's spread, the beauties in the palace follow suit one after another, and the important officials in the imperial court follow suit one after another. All in all, it's a lot of material. What's more, Jiang Dan instinctively mentioned it in front of the emperor, but he mentioned it in front of the queen, which showed that she didn't want to compete for favor. In this way, the queen was more relieved. So the Queen's expression to Jiang Dan was more gentle: "it's rare that you have a heart. I will mention it to your majesty." Naturally, this is to praise Jiang Dan.

Jiang Dan laughed: "thank you, madam. I can't do anything. I can only do something."

The beauties around her turn to Jiang Dan with jealousy or admiration. Wang lian'er's face changes a little. After a moment, she returns to normal and smiles as if nothing happened.

After the empress told the crowd to disperse, Jiang Dan went back to his courtyard. Wan'er, the maid beside him, sent a letter and whispered: "girl, a letter has come."

Jiang Dan went back to the room and asked the maids to go down before he opened the letter. When he saw the contents of the letter, he was stunned at first, and then read it at a glance. After putting down the letter, he thought for a long time and suddenly began to laugh slowly.

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The logistics troops set out about three days later. Because Jiang Dan offered to donate materials, the beauties in the palace were unwilling to give away their jewelry. Even the women's family members in the palace knew so much that they could not escape the custom as ministers. The whole court paid out a sum of money more or less, which together was a large sum. Nowadays, the war consumes a lot of money from the state treasury, as well as grain and grass. This is a temporary delay in the urgent need for the scarcity of grain and grass. The emperor Longxin was very happy, but he was more and more fond of Jiang Dan.Zhang Ji is busy raising food and grass and planning routes every day. This war of the same day in the state of Jin should not be underestimated, and everything should be safe. When it was time for the third Japan to leave, a message came out of the palace, that is, Zhang Ji, the leader of the logistics force, abused his power and withheld all the general's salaries, which was more than half of the total.

The news came out inexplicably, but it shocked all the people. If the matter of withholding military pay is confirmed, ten heads are not enough for Zhang Jijian. But this matter is not trivial, the emperor immediately ordered to send someone to stop Zhang Ji, quickly recruit Zhang Ji back to Beijing.

At that time, Zhang Jizheng was just out of the city with his army and the food and provisions. Unexpectedly, on the way, he was taken down by the emperor's guards. This matter immediately spread to the whole government and the public, and almost everyone was in danger.

In a short time, the emperor summoned his courtiers to investigate their views on this matter. Xuan Li straightened his collar, and his expression was as leisurely as ever, even like a spring breeze.

Jiang Chao bowed his head to one side and asked respectfully, "Your Highness, everything has been done. Enough news has been sent out to attract people. Once this matter comes out, it can not only make your highness more confident in your highness, but also suppress your highness five."

"It's just the beginning," Xuanli said. Although he was in a happy mood, he didn't show a complacent look. No matter what time he was, he kept calm and forbearance.

"Your Highness is wise," Jiang Chaodao suddenly seemed to think of something. He looked at Xuanli and said, "it's thanks to Jiang Meiren's news this time. It seems that this cooperation is good, and it's much more convenient to have her in the future." The news is spread by Jiang Dan. There are many women in the harem, so it's easy to gossip. In addition, there is another force behind everyone. It seems that the harem is more complicated and easier to use than the previous dynasty. As long as you give a little guidance, you can naturally achieve the desired effect. Jiang Dan is smart, helpless and clean. No one will doubt her. Jiang Chao sighed: "my subordinates thought she was timid, but now they don't think so. Your Highness has the foresight to expect that she will cooperate with us. "

Xuanli shook his head: "don't underestimate women. Women are very cunning. As long as they know how to use their body and beauty, they can easily do many things that men can't do. Jiang Dan is not a coward. Her ambition is higher than the sky. As for her willingness to cooperate with us, she agreed so readily. On the one hand, she understood that we had to rely on our strength in the palace. On the other hand, "Xuan Li's eyes darkened:" she has a grudge against Jiang Ruan. "

"Revenge?" Jiang Chao was puzzled: "she never did anything to Jiang Ruan in the mansion. It was Jiang Ruan's mother who raised her at the beginning. Where is the feud? "

Xuan Li sneered, but did not answer. There are some things that Jiang Chao may not know, but he may not be able to find out. How did Zhao Mei die? Xia Yan was careful when he entered the mansion, but he used Jiang Dan's hand. Xuanli was surprised when he got the news. After all, Jiang Dan was just a child, but he didn't hesitate to attack his own mother. However, it can be seen from this that Jiang Dan was cruel and easy to disguise when he was very young.

It would be a pity if such an excellent chess piece could not be used by him. I'm afraid that Jiang Dan doesn't have hatred. If Jiang Dan poisons Zhao Mei, he may not be a big help in the future. But we have to think carefully about where this should be used. Jiang Chao is brave but not resourceful. He doesn't intend to tell Jiang Chao about it first.

When Jiang Chao met the emperor, all the civil and military officials were divided into two groups. One group insisted that Zhang Ji had exacted his military pay, while the other firmly believed that Zhang Ji had been wronged.

Everyone knows that Zhang Ming, the eldest son of Zhang Ji, was once a close friend with Xuanli, so when Xuanli came in, everyone's eyes turned to Xuanli. Either filled with righteous indignation or gloating, when he arrived at Xuanli, he was only resisted by a gentle expression, as if nothing important in the world could shake his composure.

Xuanhua looks at Xuanli coldly, with a sneer on his lips.

It happened that a courtier was bowing himself to argue: "Your Majesty, there is no one in Zhang Jimu. Just for his own greed, he ignored the life and death of tens of thousands of officers and men, and even forgot the favor of the great Jin Dynasty. It's a terrible crime indeed!"

"What Wang Xiang said is not true. Lord Zhang has been in charge of the logistics force for many years. How could he make such mistakes? He must have been provoked by someone with a heart. I don't believe it." Another minister said.

"Provocation? Mr. Zhang has been an official for so many years. If he can be provoked by anyone, he just listens to some slander. " Another voice said with some deep meaning: "it's said that Mr. Zhang's three sons are getting bigger now..."

In the words, the spearhead is aimed at Xuanli intentionally or unintentionally. It's strange to say this. Indeed, Zhang Ji has a good reputation and money now. If someone really promised him something that would make him make such a big mistake, the promise would be very rich. What is the most desirable promise in the world? Nature is the promise of the emperor. And the relationship between Zhang Ji's son and Xuan Li makes people have to think about whether there is anything fishy in it.

The emperor looked down at all the courtiers, but it was just a matter of Zhang Ji. The faction of the court was so clear that he didn't know that he was no longer the emperor in the world. Is he really old? If he had made any mistake, he would not hesitate. Without waiting for his order, the master would be changed immediately!Li Gonggong noticed the emperor's face and sighed. The competition among the princes became more and more fierce. He could not even hide it. But who knows the emperor's mind, but that man Ah, there is another doubt in Li Gonggong's heart. Why is Zhang Ji's case so abnormal today? Generally speaking, before the matter is settled, these courtiers should sit and watch the development of the situation. They should not be so anxious to express their opinions. Instead, they should wait until Zhang Ji's criminal evidence is proved to be true or wronged before they start to speak one after another. It's so strange today.

Naturally, they don't know that the reason why these courtiers expressed their attitude early is that they have been prompted for a long time. Everyone thinks that the information they get is accurate. Today's argument is just because they are sure that the side they stand on will be good.

Xuan Hua's face flashed a little complacency, Xuan Li saw it in his eyes, only to find it funny. Xuanhua was too anxious. For so many years, Xuanhua was safe and sound in the palace with the guidance of the virtuous imperial concubine, and even reached the present position. However, his impatient temperament did not change at all. If as usual, this will certainly give rise to the emperor's mind. But since ancient times, the emperor was suspicious. Now, the more unfavorable the situation is to Xuanli, the emperor will trust Xuanli more. Naturally, if something really happened to Zhang Jiruo, Xuanli was the first one to doubt who could tempt him. The more inferior Xuanli was, the heavier the public's criticism was, and the more hesitant the emperor would be. Because Xuanli seems too isolated, people always sympathize with the weak, so does the emperor, which is human nature.

But. Xuanli's eyes also flashed a doubt, whether today's thing is too smooth. Smooth let his heart also gave birth to a strange feeling, as if it should not be like this. At the beginning, Jiang Dan was asked to release the news, but some of the people who spoke today were not in the plan. To be sure, these people did promote his plan, and even made it more smooth. But it was too smooth, which really made people suspicious.

"Lao Ba, what do you think of this?" The emperor finally asked, looking at Xuanli's eyes like a sharp sword, as if as long as Xuanli said a wrong word, there would be blood splashing on the spot.

"Justice lies in the heart of the people," Xuan Li said faintly, "I believe that my father has made a decision in his heart. My children's ministers believe in my father, and they also believe in my father's ministers. They will only know when the people who report back will present the investigation results."

He had already made clear his position and believed that Zhang Ji was innocent, but he used the words of believing in the emperor's officials, which was very important. The emperor's face gradually eased down, and Xuanli's was more reassuring.

Xuanhua saw in the eyes, the lip angle a Yang, but is dying struggle, today, is Xuanli's death!

Just at this time, the chief soldier who was outside to investigate the army's pay had come back to report. He walked in, knelt down and said, "my Lord, I have been ordered to investigate. There is no shortage of the army's pay, and all of them are safe."

As soon as Xuanhua's smile froze, he heard Zhang Ji's angry voice: "Your Majesty, I'm wronged --" < br www.novelhall.com , the fastest update of the webnovel!