The mistress was reborn and broke off the engagement, the regent cried and begged to marry into the

The emperor had no reaction after hearing this: "Old Nine, what do you think of what he said?"

Zhu Changji then realized who the young man sitting with him was: the emperor's ninth son, Prince Lingzhao Xie Qiuguang.

There are rumors that King Ling Zhao is out of favor. Although he is a king, he does not participate in government affairs. It seems that this is not the case.

Xie Qiuguang looked helpless: "The matter is simple and clear, isn't it? How else can I see it?"

"You, you." The emperor shook his head. "Zhu Changji, right? Didn't you think of concealing the truth after the accident? Seriously speaking, the commander's death has nothing to do with you. If you don't want to be implicated, bring the body back to the camp. Delaying the death announcement will give you a good chance to clear yourself of any involvement."

Zhu Changji's heart tightened, as the emperor guessed what he originally wanted to do.

I'm afraid keeping it a secret would be the worst option.

He became more respectful: "I think that if something happens, it must be reported. I shouldn't have any other thoughts."

The emperor nodded in satisfaction: "Old Nine, you have a good eye. He is indeed a very good person. Please step down."

"Yes." Zhu Changji bowed and left. As he walked out of the door, he was surprised to find that his palms were sweaty.

The subordinates always think that they have concealed their actions very well, but in fact the emperor knows everything clearly.

There is a deeper meaning behind not having an attack.

Fortunately, he did not act on his own and listened to Miss Shangguan's words.

Royal study room.

Xie Qiuguang stood up and said, "Father, if there is nothing else, I will take my leave."

The emperor waved his hand and said, "Every time I ask you to stay with me for a little longer, it's like asking you to die. Go, go."

"Yes." Xie Qiuguang stepped back. He walked briskly and caught up with Zhu Changji, who was walking slowly with a heavy heart.

The young eunuch was very tactful and quietly stepped aside to wait.

Zhu Changji clasped his fists and bowed: "Your humble servant pays respects to King Ling Zhao. Thank you for your kind words in front of the Emperor."

Xie Qiuguang couldn't help but look him up and down again: "I have never met you before, so there is no need for me to wade into this muddy water. If you want to thank someone, you should thank Miss Shangguan. If it weren't for her... I would say a few good words about you for her sake. Take care of yourself."

He felt uncomfortable when he thought about Miss Shangguan making a request for this person.

On second thought, Miss Shangguan did more for him.

Xie Qiuguang looked very proud and walked away with his hands behind his back.

Zhu Changji bids farewell. Miss Shangguan? Isn't she the Third Prince's woman?

Why is he involved with King Ling Zhao?

He was getting ready to leave.

The eunuch shouted from behind: "Deputy General Zhu, slow down. The emperor has an order."

Zhu Changji turned around and knelt down to receive the order.

The eunuch prepared himself and said, "The emperor has ordered that Zhu Changji, who went out of the camp to drink alcohol without permission, be fined three months' salary and be ordered to reflect on his mistakes. I decree this. Deputy General Zhu, go home and have a good rest. You don't have to go to the prison. Congratulations on your happy return after all the hardship you've endured."

Zhu Changji stood up happily and said, "I, the guilty minister, accept the order. Eunuch, you see I came from prison, and I don't have any valuables on me..."

"It's okay. Go home quickly." The eunuch who announced the decree said with a smile.

Some things were tacitly understood. Zhu Changji bowed and said, "Thank you, eunuch. I'll take my leave now."

He turned and left the palace.

The eunuch who announced the imperial edict smiled, turned around and went back to report.

The street in front of the palace, at the entrance of an alley.

In the carriage.

Shangguan Haitong waited patiently and thought of other ways if things didn't go well.

The guard saw the prince from afar and said, "Miss, the prince has come out."

Shangguan Haitong lifted the curtain.

Xie Qiuguang happened to look over, and even through the veil they could feel their eyes meeting.

With a dry cough, Xie Qiuguang walked over: "Don't worry, it's done."

"Thank you." Shangguan Haitong breathed a sigh of relief. After much planning, he finally got a good result.

The personal bodyguard Ling Ze was standing not far away, watching the surroundings vigilantly.

After Shangguan Haitong finished speaking, the two were speechless for a moment.

The atmosphere was a little awkward.

Xie Qiuguang looked away for a while, then back at the car: "Miss, if you have any problems in the future, please ask someone to pass a message to the concierge. We'll meet at the usual place. I'll try my best to help you, don't be polite to me. Also, please think twice before doing anything and take care of yourself."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Shangguan Haitong glanced at the palace gate. She saw Zhu Changji entering the palace, so it was time for him to come out.

Frowning and thinking for a while, Xie Qiuguang said awkwardly: "It's strange to call you Prince. My name is Shi Xia."

Shangguan Haitong was slightly stunned, then smiled and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Mr. Xia."

Xie Qiuguang couldn't suppress the corners of his lips that were raised: "It's a small matter. I'm leaving first, see you next time."

"See you next time." Shangguan Haitong nodded.

Xie Qiuguang looked back every few steps and jumped for joy after he walked away.

Ling Ze's expression was indescribable. He had a feeling that the prince seemed to have misunderstood something...

The entrance to the alley.

Shangguan Haitong saw Zhu Changji who had just left the palace.

The guard went over to invite the person over, and then stood not far away to watch.

Zhu Changji cupped his hands and said, "Thank you Miss Shangguan for your plan. I have the opportunity to escape danger."

Shangguan Haitong lowered the curtain and sat back in the car: "Deputy General Zhu, remember what I am saying now. No matter who asks, you are only loyal to the emperor. If the third and fourth princes ask in person, you can be loyal to them. But you must know in your heart who you belong to."

After hearing these words, Zhu Changji was confused.

He looked up in disbelief; things were far more complicated than he had imagined.

Shangguan Haitong's red lips curled slightly: "Whether the commander died of drunkenness, only heaven and earth know, you and I know. I can save your life, and I can take it back someday. Do what you should do, and I will naturally ensure that you are rich and prosperous. Go back and wash up, and meet your sister."

Zhu Changji was shocked: "Why... Where did you get the news?"

"Deputy General Zhu, no, you will be the commander-in-chief soon. Pay more attention to your good brother in the future. Now go back." Shangguan Haitong knocked on the carriage.

The guard heard the sound, came back and rode away.

Zhu Changji was shocked. He had never told anyone...

That's right, he wanted to kill the commander.

The dead commander accidentally saw the sister and asked to take her as his concubine several times.

The pressure was applied again and again to force him to give in. He endured it again and again, but he couldn't endure it anymore.

When the commander invited them to drink, he knew the opportunity had come.

After a few drinks, he deliberately sent his good brother and the lieutenant general away. He had calculated that the punishment would be light, but only a salary deduction.

The most serious offense is dismissal.

But this man must die!

So he forced his envoy to drink jar after jar of wine, until he died of it.

That was the strongest liquor in the restaurant. An average person could be drunk for several days after drinking one glass.

He watched the commander die with his own eyes, and felt extremely happy.

He just didn't expect that one person's death would involve so many things. His momentary impulse trapped himself.

The Third Prince, the Fourth Prince, and even Prince Ling Zhao...

You are walking on the edge of a knife, and if you are not careful, you will be doomed.

Zhu Changji returned home and saw his mother and sister coming out to greet him happily.

"Is everything okay now that you're back? Come into the house quickly and step over the fire pot to get rid of your bad luck."

"Brother, Mom has been so worried these past few days. She couldn't eat or sleep. Fortunately, you are back safely."

The mother wiped away the tears from her eyes and said, "You must be hungry. What do you want to eat? I'll make it for you."