Come on, Your Highness

He Xichao didn't care about when Xie San handed over the paperwork, and the remaining three days were spent resting, practicing calligraphy, and recharging his energy to meet the exam.

The night before the exam, Li Yuechan came to look for He Xichao in a hurry, while Chunxiang behind her followed with a white shirt.

He Xichao glanced at the snow-white inner coat, and couldn't help but bend his eyes, with a look of anticipation.

Li Yuechan picked up the brand new underwear and unfolded it in front of He Xichao, and said apologetically, "Xichao, my mother doesn't know how to be a female celebrity. I just learned it for a few months. I'm afraid I can't do it well. Give it a try. It’s uncomfortable, mother will change it again. Over the years, I haven’t thought of making a few for you, and mother is really sorry for you.”

He Xichao was not in a hurry to change clothes, but took Li Yuechan's hand, looked at the needle holes on it, felt very distressed, and asked softly, "Does it hurt?"

Li Yuechan smiled and shook her head, "It doesn't hurt, mother thought while sewing, why didn't I think of making clothes for you earlier, I am really incompetent as a mother. Come on, quickly change it, let mother see. "

"Yeah." He Xichao took off his outer clothes, took his inner clothes behind the screen, and changed them.

Hearing that Xi Suo's voice, Li Yuechan couldn't help asking: "Does it still fit?"

He Xichao came out with his belt on, and while tidying up, he said, "It's comfortable, but it's too big, isn't it?"

He raised his hand, the sleeve stretched out to cover half of his palm, and the hem almost reached his heel, making it bigger.He Xichao couldn't help but flicked his sleeves, "Mom, I can wear them next year, and your size is too much."

Li Yuechan walked in front of him, straightened his skirt, and said puzzledly: "It's strange, I made it according to the size of your inner coat, and it wasn't enlarged. Could it be that I made a mistake in the measurement?"

"How could it be? You have measured it twice, and the servants have also read it, that's right." Chunxiang said.

"That's right, how could it be too big." Li Yuechan rolled up He Xichao's cuffs and compared the allowance, "I still have to collect so much, Xichao, you take it off, and mother will change it again. I wanted you to wear it for the exam tomorrow. , it seems that it won’t work.”

However, He Xichao didn't move, he pursed his lips tightly, his eyes showed a chilling coldness, hearing the sound of the door, his eyes fell on Xia He who had just entered.

Xia He's heart skipped a beat, his face was horrified, and he immediately said: "My maidservant, go check it out immediately, Chunxiang, where is the original cloud satin inner garment, young master?"

Chunxiang felt that the atmosphere was not right, so she hurriedly said, "Servant, get it." Xia He went with her.

Li Yuechan looked at the hurried figures of the two servant girls, and at He Xichao whose expression had faded, and couldn't help but ask, "Xichao, what's wrong?"

He Xichao smiled faintly at her, "Change out your clothes first, my son." He walked back behind the screen as he spoke.

After a while, Xia He and Chunxiang came in, Xia He was holding the cloud satin inner coat in his hand.

Xia He and Chunxiang spread out the inner coat, and compared it with Li Yuechan's new one, the size just matched.Then she found another one that He Xichao was wearing on weekdays, and laid it flat, but the size of the underwear underneath was a bit too big.

Then she corrected the stitching, trimming and workmanship again, and found that they were different, and it seemed that they were not made by the same person.

In the end Xia He knelt in front of He Xichao and said, "Young master, that cloud satin inner garment is not yours, it was the negligence of the servant who made someone lose it, please punish me."

He Xichao nodded, now he can be sure that the clothes that strangled the cub in Xishan Paddock belonged to him.

It is self-evident who was able to steal his underwear out of Duke Wei's mansion.

But now is not the time to settle accounts, the things in An Yunxuan, his personal clothes can be stolen, it can be seen that there are half-hearted people.

If you don't find out, steal clothes this time, what about poisoning next time?

"The cloud satin inner garment was worn on your last holiday before the spring hunt. This servant remembers wearing it. After you left, it was washed the next day." Xia He recalled.

"Who washes it?"

"It's a servant girl. Your personal clothes are washed by the servant girl herself, but... that day when the monthly payment was issued, the accountant was in a hurry. After I finished washing, I put the basin by the well and planned to dry it after I came back. It was ready when I got back."

Xia He recalled, and the matter became clearer and clearer, "At that time, the maidservant didn't think much about it, thinking that someone just dried it for me. The maidservant was busy that day, and Chunxiang took the clothes back to me in the evening, and I thought she was the one who dried it in the morning of."

Chunxiang denied it and said, "It's not me."

"It's just that I thought it was you. And when I took it back in the evening, there was a hole in it. The cloud satin is thin and smooth, but it is easy to snag. Usually, the servants take care of it carefully. The hole is not big. If Chunxiang is not careful, remind me." Slave, servant can't find it yet."

Speaking of which, Xia He opened the inner garment, rummaged for a while, and found a hook hole in the front of the skirt, which was indeed not big, and it was hard to find the white clothes at first glance.

He Xichao frowned slightly, and asked Chunxiang, "Did you see that?"

Chunxiang shook her head, "Yes...but...Xi'er said that the clothes were blown off by the wind, so she picked them up and gave them to the servant, and then reminded the servant to check if it was damaged. Then the servant turned it over and saw the hole... Think about it this way , It's really strange, since the clothes fell to the ground and made a hole, why didn't they get a little dust."

"Xi'er?"

"It's the little girl who sweeps in our yard." Xia He said, "She is very hardworking, she usually keeps quiet, and she looks quite reliable. The maidservant actually intends to promote her, but now it seems that her heart is not small."

He Xichao pointed at the table and asked Xia He: "What are you going to do with Gosi's underwear?"

"Of course I can't wear it for the young master anymore. Usually, the damaged clothes would be shredded and thrown away or burned, but this one is made of cloud satin, so the servant is a bit reluctant. It just happened that my aunt wanted to look like it, so the servant gave it to my aunt. "

If this discarded inner coat was disposed of, He Xichao would never be able to find out whose coat the cub was wearing.

I chose Yun Satin deliberately, not because I hope everyone will suspect that it is Xiao Hong's, so as to confuse the public.

It's a pity that because of the scarcity of cloud satin, there are several in every palace and courtyard, and there are even fewer in Duke Wei's mansion. The rewards are all given to the masters of the courtyards to make underwear. If you want to make another one according to He Xichao's size, this cloud satin has to be obtained Where are you from?The easiest way is to get one directly from He Mingrui.

He Mingrui is one year older than He Xichao, so he is naturally taller, it's normal for him to be a little older.But if you don't wear it, no one will find it.

After all, Xi'er was the little maid in the outer courtyard. She didn't know that not only was the deliberately torn dress not destroyed, it was also used by Li Yuechan to make it look like it, and finally it was worn on He Xichao's body.

"Young master..." Xia He knew how serious this matter was, she knelt her head on the ground with red eyes, "It's because the servants are not strictly supervised, and the servants are guilty of failing to live up to your expectations."

Li Yuechan and Chunxiang listened, only knowing that He Xichao's inner clothes had been replaced, so they asked: "Xi Chao, what happened, why did Xi'er take your clothes?"

He Xichao looked at Li Yuechan's concerned eyes, and said calmly: "My son lost a piece of jade pendant a few days ago, which was rewarded by the eldest prince. I think it's because someone in the yard has dirty hands and feet, and they are checking."

"Well, Xia He is busy with things, and there must be places where the supervision is not thorough. If it is not serious, then don't punish too severely." Li Yuechan pleaded.

He Xichao smiled slightly and nodded, "What mother said is, you should go back first. The clothes are a little too big. Please change them again. My son looks forward to being able to wear the clothes you made yourself."

When Li Yuechan heard this, she nodded again and again, "Okay, then you should go to bed early, and it won't be too late to deal with anything after the provincial examination."

He Xichao got up and sent Li Yuechan out.

Before he thought of how to use it, the less people knew about it, the better.

The other party racked their brains and tricks, but it was God's will, so he let him know.

When He Xichao turned around, he closed his eyes. He thought of the black bear that was close at hand, with its roaring roar, its sharp claws, and could fly a guard with a single palm. He thought of Xiao Hong pulling the bow and arrow with his swollen wrist, Thinking of He Mingrui following Xiao Ming to express condolences as if nothing had happened...

The moment He Xichao opened his eyes, it was as cold as polar ice, Xia He didn't dare to look at him at all.

After a long time, the hostility dissipated from He Xichao's body. Xia He took a small breath and looked up at him secretly, only to find that he was smiling.

He Xichao naturally wanted to laugh, because no one knew that He Mingrui's life was in his hands now.

Emperor Tiangan may be reluctant to do anything to his son, but a companion, who dares to murder the prince, still wants to live?

Of course He Xichao would like to send this cousin to the underground right now, but unfortunately he is now also a member of Wei Guogong's mansion, once He Mingrui is convicted, he will not be alone.

Although Wei Guogong is vacillating like a fool, he still needs the status of the second young master of Wei Guogong's mansion, so he can't be implicated by He Mingrui for the time being.

After He Xichao calmly considered the pros and cons, he decided to keep such a big handle, so he might be able to put it to good use in the future.

It must be very interesting to think about the look of shock and panic when you think your work is perfect and you are complacent, and suddenly find that your neck is being strangled.

"Master..." Xia He called nervously.

He Xichao looked over.

Xia He bit her lips and said: "Then what should Xi'er do with her? If she is taken care of, the slaves will be afraid to startle the snake. You can stay here, afraid that she will do something against you again."

Naturally, people can't be kept, and this incident also reminded He Xichao that An Yunxuan is not safe and needs to send more people.

But the most feared thing about adding people is getting in with people with bad intentions.He Xi Chaochao is short of lack of power in his hands for the time being, and there is no one of his own in the Duke's mansion, so he can only settle for the next best thing and use his strength to fight.

How can I borrow it?

He Xichao thought for a while and said, "Go get some laxatives."

"Master, this is..." Xia He's eyes widened, "You have an exam tomorrow! Three rounds in a row, what will you do if you eat badly?"

He Xichao thought it over, "Eating a little doesn't matter, because of tomorrow's big exam, a little laxative will be effective. Otherwise, if you want to attract the attention of our Duke, I will have to eat arsenic, young master."

As long as he can achieve his goal quickly and effectively, He Xichao has always been able to deal with him very well.

Since he didn't do the calculation and let him know, even if he can't save the other party's life for the time being, he still has to pay the price!

After dinner, Ah Fu ran to Sansong Hall in a panic, saw He Xiang and said anxiously: "Uncle Xiang, my young master has had diarrhea three times, and he is exhausted!"

When He Xiang heard this, his heart broke, and he went in to report to Wei Guogong without saying a word.

The doctor hastily brought An Yunxuan in, and gave treatment to Young Master He who was lying on the bed with a listless spirit.

Wang Wenwen made some cuts, and tried the uncleaned food on the table. Those who didn't run away were given laxatives.

Tomorrow will be the first time for the provincial examination, Wei Guogong very much does not want to see He Xichao unable to enter the examination room because of a bad health, so upon hearing the news, he rushed to see him immediately.

Hearing the doctor's conclusion, he frowned tightly, his face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, and he asked: "Doctor, is it serious?"

"Master He doesn't use much, it's not serious. Drink plenty of water and rest in bed. The villain prescribes a decoction, and it will feel better after drinking it."

"Then can he recover tomorrow? Doctor, my grandson will have an exam tomorrow!"

The name of He Xichao's child prodigy was known throughout the capital, but everyone knew about his background. Although the doctor's status was low, many of the grievances of this powerful family could be seen.

Tomorrow is the township examination, and he was given laxatives tonight. It can be seen that some people don't want this child prodigy to pass the exam.

The doctor hesitated for a moment, and said respectfully: "Young Master He is in good health. If you take a good rest tonight, you will recover a lot. It's just that you are exhausted after all, and you may not be as good as before mentally. Forgive me, my lord."

People are naturally fine, but it is not clear whether it will affect the performance in the examination room.

Wei Guogong was worried.

Wei Guogong didn't know if all the people in the capital paid attention to He Xichao, but above the court, all civil and military officials and even Emperor Tiangan were looking forward to seeing He Xichao's examination papers.

If he fails in the examination room, dig deeper into the reasons, Duke Wei's mansion can make jokes in the capital for a whole year, so what face does Duke Wei have to go out to meet people.

In order to catch the third wife in his early years, the second wife gave him laxatives so that he could not pass the exam, which particular person could do it?

When Wei Guogong thought of this, he really wanted to kill someone.

But he was so angry that he calmed down instead. He Xichao's reputation spread far and wide. Even if he failed this time, he could still take the next exam. It would only hold him back for three years at most, and there was no need for Erfang to do this.

Besides, He Xichao is full of thoughts, even if he takes one step and sees three steps, he may not be sure...

Suddenly He Xichao who was on the bed said, "It's okay, grandfather, I can still take the exam."

Wei Guogong sat on his bed and sighed softly, "Grandpa will give you an explanation for this matter, but Xi Chao, are you really sure?"

He Xichao pointed to the water glass beside the bed, and Wei Guogong brought it over for him. He took a sip to moisten his bitter throat and said, "Don't worry, this is related to my own future. How can I not work hard. Even if I faint, I will die." Get out of the examination room and then fall."

With He Xichao's words, Wei Guogong's doubts disappeared.

That's right, this is his future. He Xichao is determined to leave the Duke's mansion and enter the court earlier. There is no reason for him to delay it for three years, just to pour this basin of dirty water to the second room. What's the matter? Can it be more important than the rural test?

Wei Guogong thought of this and comforted him: "You have a good rest, don't think about other things, concentrate on scientific research, and when you come back, the matter will definitely come to light." He stood up, solemnly, and ordered He Xiang, "Anyone who has experienced safety today will be able to do so." All the people who serve Yunxuan’s food are brought down to me, and they will be interrogated strictly one by one.”

"Yes, my lord."

As soon as Wei Guogong left, Li Yuechan who was hovering at the door immediately ran in, "Xi Chao, how are you doing?"

Seeing the worry in Li Yuechan's eyes, He Xichao felt a little guilty, "I'm fine, mother, you go and rest."

"How can I rest well? To actually drug you at such a critical moment, my sister... is too much!" Li Yuechan bit her lip with dissatisfaction on her face.

This is the consequence of targeting him too much. Before the truth is investigated, everyone thinks it was the second lady who did it.

He Xichao's method of framing is not bright, but compared to the other party's more vicious harm, he has no guilt at all.

"Master, it's time to drink the medicine." Xia He came in with a medicine bowl.

Li Yuechan helped He Xichao get up, took the medicine bowl, and brought a spoonful to his mouth.

He Xichao took a sip, frowned, and seeing Li Yuechan take another spoonful, couldn't help but said, "Give it to me, mother, I'm bored, drinking like this is too bitter."

Li Yuechan nodded and passed the bowl over.

Seeing Xia He looking at him, He Xichao said, "Mother, help me check the exam basket, and let Chunxiang make a few more spring pancakes by the way, and you will check the things that you bring into the exam room tomorrow for your son. Here are some Xia He is here, don't worry."

Li Yuechan thought about it for this reason, "Okay, mother, I'll go now, I'll definitely show you, take a good rest, don't worry."

"Thank you mother."

Li Yuechan turned around and reminded: "Drink the medicine quickly."

"it is good."

After He Xichao finished the bowl of medicine, Xia He took the candied fruit and handed it to him, took the empty bowl and put it aside, she said: "Xi'er was taken away by Uncle Xiang."

He Xichao responded lightly.

Xia He hesitated for a moment, but still asked: "Master, although Xi'er is the one who carried the food box, she didn't prescribe the medicine, and the servant is worried that she won't admit it, so what should I do if the Duke suspects you? "

He Xichao chuckled and said, "Do you think our Duke will care whether she admits it or not? Since she dared to change my clothes for that side, she will naturally get a great benefit from that side. If you want to check, can't you find it? Yes. The evidence is here, even if she jumps into the Yellow River, she won't be able to wash it away!"

Xia He suddenly realized, but she was still a little puzzled, "The servant feels that she doesn't know what to do with your clothes, the young master, and she is more willing to confess that matter than facing the thunderous wrath of the Duke. Come, or use this threat, counting on the second lady to save her."

"That couldn't be better." He Xichao curled his lips and smiled, with an expression of watching the show, "It's better if the dog bites the dog and expose this matter. At that time, what do you think our Wei Guogong will do? Hand over all the daughter-in-law and grandchildren, or commit the crime of deceiving the king and continue to hide it? How should we face the eldest prince and me, the suffering master?"

He Xichao thought of this, showing anticipation.

Xia He's heart trembled slightly, and he said softly: "If this is the case, then the Duke's Mansion may also be..." With such a serious crime of murdering the prince, the Duke of Wei's Mansion may no longer be able to survive safely.

He Xichao glanced at him when he heard the words, "What are you afraid of? Even if Duke Wei's mansion collapses, as long as you follow me, will you still have nowhere to go?"

When He Xichao thought of the soon-to-be-repaired Prince Ying's Mansion, he became extremely confident, and at worst he would go to his cousin.

When Wei Guogong's mansion fell, although Xiao Hong had some influence, Fanghua Palace's biggest support was gone, and it was a good thing for Xiao Hong.Thinking about it this way, He Xichao began to seriously consider whether to push it secretly, or simply spread it out on the bright side, causing the entire capital to be in turmoil. That scene must be very interesting.

The more he thought about it, the more energetic he became, and his spirit, which had been so sluggish due to diarrhea, was lifted up, and he was eager to try.

Xia He silently looked at his young master who was afraid that the world would not be chaotic, and couldn't help reminding: "Master, the second lady won't let Xi'er tell the truth, right?" It was a matter of life and death, and the second lady was not that stupid.

When He Xichao heard this, the excitement dissipated immediately, and she leaned against the head of the bed and curled her lips boredly, "Yeah, if I'd rather hold my nose and admit the drug, I wouldn't let that girl say a word. Wait." Let's go, that girl won't survive tonight."