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Seeing this, Zhao Dagang wanted to step forward to add fuel to the fire, but Zhao Jian understood his intention first. He then coughed lightly, signaling him not to be reckless.

The emperor didn't say anything. Xiao Qian lowered his head and didn't say anything. The other ministers were eyeing them covetously and had long fallen into a stalemate.

After a long while, Emperor Wei Wu brought up the issue of Liu Yuan who was standing in front of them, "Liu Aiqing, what do you think?"

After being called out, Liu Yu-an walked out calmly and bowed with a bow, "Your Majesty, this subject believes that General Xiao cannot be blamed for this matter. After the rebel army received the news, they thought that their destiny was irreversible and would choose to abandon their lives to escape. This also showed that they still held reverence for His Majesty. Back when they left the capital that day, His Majesty had asked them to pacify General Xiao. However, the traitor has not been caught, and cannot be rewarded at all. "

Wei Wudi nodded, "Only Liu Aiqing understands."

Nowadays, the rumors about Xiao Qian were in an uproar.

If the head of the rebel army was not captured, the whole matter would not end here.

Although Wei Wu Emperor had some complaints about Xiao Qian's reputation, he couldn't show it to be too petty.

Only after Liu Yu-an's side attack today could he be considered to have found the right path.

"If that's the case, then my beloved servant Xiao shall continue to investigate the matter of the rebel leader. I order you to capture all three of them within half a month. No mistake can be made."

Xiao Qian cupped his fists. "This humble subject obeys your command."

Wei Wu Emperor squinted his eyes and looked at him coldly. He then said: "If you can't catch her within the prescribed time limit, I, Xiao Aiqing, have to think clearly about the consequences."

"I will not fail my mission."

Although Xiao Qian had saved the power in his hands and didn't mention the matter of taking back the reward, this opportunity to make up for the efforts he had done so gave him a headache.

In the vast sea of people, where would they find the missing three people? If they couldn't find them after half a month, then all their plans would be in vain.

After the morning assembly, Zhao Ditch gloomily followed behind Zhao Jian, muttering, "Father, why did you stop your son just now? As long as we open our mouths, most of the officials in the imperial court will be on our side, and Xiao Qian will be dead for sure! "

Zhao Jian turned around and glared at him, "Do you think this is the best time to touch him?" Use your brain to figure out if Xiao Qian is that easy to mess with. He only dared to hand over the military power because his majesty was suspicious. If you were to speak out and trample on him, you will definitely bring about your own downfall. Since His Majesty suspects you have no idea what you should say, you should go back and think about what you should not say! "

After being reprimanded, Zhao Ditch could not swallow his anger, but he did not dare to retort and could only grind his teeth as he followed behind.

Shortly after the assembly was dismissed, Emperor Wei Wu issued his last decree: The troops that had been stuck in the outskirts of Xuan City would return immediately. New Year's Eve and Yuanxiao's rush to the frontlines to suppress the rebel army would be rewarded.

As for Xiao Qian, he didn't say anything about reclaiming the reward, nor did he express any dissatisfaction. He only asked for the rebel leader to be captured as soon as possible.

One person seemed to have predicted this outcome.

Within the garden of the Zhao manor, a man was cooking wine and admiring the plum blossoms. He had an elegant demeanor and was very pleasing to watch.

In contrast to the man's calmness, Zhao Jian was clearly a little anxious, "Zheng'er, say something."

Zhao Zheng poured a cup of wine and passed it to him with a faint smile. "Father, there's no need to worry."

"How can I not be anxious? And thou shalt gather up the three men for thine father, and give them money to flee. "Originally, I wanted to humiliate Xiao Qian, but now that the situation has shifted, not only did Xiao Qian not suffer any losses, he …"

If he really was able to find those three people within half a month, then all his previous efforts would have been for naught.

"Father, what are you afraid of? Xiao Qian will never be able to find those three."

Zhao Jian asked in confusion, "They're in a very safe place?"

The man took a sip of the wine and nodded indifferently, "That's right. It's a safe place that Xiao Qian will never be able to find."

He raised his head, his eyes as cold as knives, but his lips were still smiling.

Only dead people were always safe, no matter how many people looked for them, even if they dug three feet into the ground, they wouldn't be able to dig them out.

From the beginning, Zhao Zheng hadn't thought of using silver to bribe the rebel soldiers. He had indeed spent a lot of silver to protect them from being worried for the rest of their lives, and to protect Xiao Gan from finding them in his entire life.

There was only one way to do that, and that was to die.

Only the dead could avoid future troubles.

"In the end, he was still born into the younger generation. His brain is so simple that he thinks that he will be able to sleep peacefully after causing trouble."

Zhao Jian looked at his youngest son in front of him and couldn't help but shiver. "Didn't you send those three to the East Ocean Continent?"

Zhao Zheng smiled lightly and replied in a carefree manner: "Dead and submerged at the bottom of the sea. Even if Xiao Qian poured out the seawater, he still wouldn't be able to find it. Can the coastal toothed sharks still leave their corpses?"

From start to finish, his expression didn't change much. It was as if he was calmly discussing how to taste it. With that in mind, it was impossible for Xiao Qian to find him. The only thing waiting for him was accountability.

When the time came, he would move the other ministers over to file a letter of impeachment. He didn't believe that he wouldn't be able to topple the Xiao family.

Just before noon, the leaden sky was covered with layers of clouds. It seemed like it was going to snow again.

The horse carriage slowly made its way back to the mansion. Just as Xiao Qian stepped into the courtyard, a woman dressed in a green palace dress came running towards him.

"Brother Xiao, you're back!"

An Yang lifted his skirt and ran towards him. His slightly shy face was overflowing with laughter.

"The princess is here."

Greenwood's eyebrows jumped. He was finished. He forgot to mention asking about news of the manor, so he was going to be scolded by the general.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time. The madame said that you will definitely return to the manor today. I will be waiting for you there early in the morning."

Xiao Qiansheng shook his head as if he had nothing else to live for. With the support of the girl, the entire room became stiff.

"Long time no see, you've lost so much weight. I'll enter the palace tomorrow to beg Uncle Huang so he won't make things too difficult for you. " An Yang warmly held his arm, talking to himself.

After entering the courtyard, Madam Xiao was supported by her servant girl as she used a walking stick to support her.

"Qian'er, you're finally back. Hurry and let Grandma see."

Xiao Qian took the opportunity to break free from the woman's restraints, bowing with both hands, "Grandmother greets grandchild."

Old Mistress Xiao hurriedly helped him up, and looked him up and down before saying with a pained heart: "He really did lose a lot of weight. Your mother was even asking about you during breakfast."

"How is Mother?"

The madame shook her head. "It's better if you don't see her. Have your meal first and then go see her."

Xiao Qian had no appetite, so he returned to his room to change into a clean set of clothes before walking towards the Pear Pavilion.

At this moment, Madam Xiao had also heard the news of her son's return. She forced herself to sit up from the bed and supported her maidservant, wanting to get off the bed.

"Mother!"

A man's voice came from outside the door. Madam Zhen was overjoyed. She stood up and stuck her head out of the door.

The maidservant opened the door, her face full of smiles, "The general is back!"

Xiao Qian strode into the room and saw the sickly woman. He felt very uncomfortable. Why don't you just lie down and get up? "

Mrs Zhen helplessly shook her head. "She's been lying in bed for so long, she's almost gone."

"Mother, what are you saying? Stop being so unlucky."

Old Mistress Xiao followed him into the room with An Yang by her side.

"Your mother is worried about you. Her appetite is not good, and her body has always been weak. Even a doctor would not be able to do anything if he saw her."

Xiao Qian lowered his head in guilt, "Your son is unfilial and caused your mother to worry."

"If you can get married early and get your mother to pick up your grandson as soon as possible, then she'll be fine."

Hearing this, An Yang, who was standing to one side, smiled bashfully. His ten fingers pinched the snow-white handkerchief as he shyly glanced at the man in front of him.

Madam Zhen nodded in agreement. "That's right. As soon as you left the house, it would be empty without a child making a ruckus. Your grandmother and I have discussed this. This year, we must definitely settle your marriage."

Xiao Qian didn't say anything. He frowned and thought for a while before replying, "Mother is right. Your son is about to get married."

Old Mistress Xiao clapped her hands and excitedly grabbed An Yang, who was beside her, and gave her a look.