Grand Marshal Mansion.

"So that kid was really assassinated and died?" Taiwei Cao Zhongqian turned his head and asked Cao Jin who was sitting beside him.

Cao Jin said: "The Marquis of Huaiyuan has been inquiring about him for the past few days, but there is no clue, and as far as I know, the person who killed him may be the daughter of King Pingliang, Princess Minzhen."

Hearing this, Cao Zhongqian's face was startled, "There is such a thing?"

"Few people in the capital have seen the appearance of Princess Minzhen. When I went to Pingliang with King Li, I saw her and she had a beautiful face. Afterwards, I also went to the prison to spy on her. It was indeed her.But...he was executed."

Cao Zhongqian: "Why so fast?"

Cao Jin shook his head, "I only know that she was tortured after she was imprisoned, but she never said anything, and then she was executed for the crime, but that day I heard that she stabbed Cui Jinzhao with a hidden weapon, even though he told the emperor on the spotIt's not a serious problem, but since then it seems to have disappeared, and I heard that Princess Minzhen is good at using strange poisons, Cui Jinzhao is probably dead."

"In two days it will be the martial arts tournament. If he has nothing to do, he will definitely go to the Xiaoqi camp to select soldiers to fight against the Duo Jue warriors, instead of not showing up for a long time."

Hearing the certainty in Cao Jin's tone, Cao Zhongqian heaved a sigh of relief and said, "I thought that kid would be difficult to deal with, but I didn't expect it to be a flash in the pan, but that's okay, Minzhen's meddling in this kick has saved us a lot of trouble.", if it wasn't for that kid who ruined our good deeds, at this moment... would those damned people still be alive?"

Cao Jin said: "What you said is very true, but you have to work hard to deal with the third prince and..."

Cao Zhongqian raised his hand to interrupt him, "Some things just need to be understood in your heart, you don't need to say it, there is nothing wrong with being cautious."

Cao Zhongqian's expression was slightly gloomy, as if he had thought of something.

Cao Jin responded, "Then when shall we do it?"

"Don't worry, the envoys of Duo Jue have to deal with it first, and the last assassination has just passed, if they do it again, they will move more frequently, and it hasn't been long since Zhang Huai was subdued. If they do it at this time, they will definitely let themIt's not the best time to be more defensive and divert their attention."

"Let's wait and see what happens recently. By the way, the Third Prince...send more people to watch over me. Whenever I find an opportunity, I will..." Cao Zhongqi made a gesture of wiping his neck, his old eye sockets couldn't hide the viciousness.

Cao Jin nodded in response. After thinking for a while, he still asked with some doubts: "Father, the third prince is no longer useful, and his life and death have nothing to do with us. Why do you still insist on..."

A sternness flashed in Cao Zhongqian's eyes, "You are still too tender. When he was the heir apparent, we helped him with many things. His existence is always a hidden danger."

Cao Jin: "It's just that the matter is a foregone conclusion. What room does he have to struggle? I guess he won't say any more. Now...he just wants to save his life."

"Confused! Have you forgotten what he did in the hall before? He sang with Cui Jinzhao. At that time, I suspected that there was something tricky between them, and... he was poisoned at the time, so why did he get rid of it for no apparent reason?No matter how you think about it? These things feel strange, rather than being so devious, it is better to cut the weeds and roots earlier."

Cao Jin seemed to be convinced, and nodded in understanding.

"The son withdrew first, and went to report the military affairs to the emperor."

Cao Zhongqian waved his hands absently, and when Cao Jin walked to the door, he suddenly stopped Cao Jin.

"Father, what else do you want?"

Cao Zhongqian said with deep eyes, "Jin'er, don't tell the emperor everything, just keep yourself safe."

Cao Jin's footsteps paused slightly, and he didn't understand why he said: "Father... what does this mean?"

Cao Zhongqian didn't say much, but walked up to him and patted him on the shoulder, saying: "The person we want to pledge our allegiance to is Empress Dowager, and only Empress Dowager holds the power of life and death for everyone in the Great Liang, well, youIf you have something to do, go first."

Cao Zhongqian didn't say the whole thing, Cao Jin still didn't understand what he meant, and left in a daze.

Cao Zhongqian returned to the desk and took out an object from the wooden box behind him.

It is an old-fashioned orchid hairpin. Although the style is old, the orchid is still glowing with luster, suitable for young women to wear.

Cao Zhongqian looked at the hairpin for a long time, and finally sighed.

Eastern Palace.

Shen Ye, who had been busy for several days, returned to the palace. During lunch, someone invited Qin Wanqing to the main hall.

The table was covered with all kinds of food, and Qin Wanqing sat quietly by the side, neither sad nor happy.

He seldom dined with her, so he called her over today, maybe he had some important orders.

Not long after he moved his chopsticks, Shen Ye said, "Wanqing, tomorrow is the martial arts tournament with Duo Jue, you...have a good relationship with General Cui, do you know where he is now?"

Qin Wanqing paused for a moment, "Have you found him yet?"

Shen Ye shook his head and said, "No, it's been so long... There is no news, Xiaoqi Camp will also participate tomorrow, without him as the coach leading it, it's not suitable."

Qin Wanqing suddenly thought, after all, he was the one who recommended Jin Zhao as Xiaoqi Camp's coach, but now that Jin Zhao hasn't shown up for a long time, he must be very anxious.day's toil.

But where can Jin Zhao go?Could it be said that in the main hall, there was really an accident?

Seeing that her complexion was slightly pale, Shen Ye said in a slow tone: "It's okay if you don't know, tomorrow... I can only deal with it temporarily, but... as the princess, you need to attend with me, you..."

Qin Wanqing nodded and said, "Your Highness, you don't need to discuss with me. These are all things I should do. In the future... if you need me to do anything, just ask me."

Seeing her humble and polite attitude, Shen Ye didn't say anything more.

Both of them seemed to have something on their minds, and they didn't talk to each other for a while, until...

A woman put a tray on the table.

Shen Ye's chopsticks subconsciously placed on the side of the bowl, making a crisp sound, Qin Wanqing also came back to her senses, and noticed the woman in red beside her.

The woman's face and clothes were very familiar, and Qin Wanqing quickly thought of that day when a woman dragged Shen Ye to hide in the room.

"Your Highness, Crown Princess, this is... health tea."

The woman's voice was melodious, and her bright eyes were fixed on Shen Ye.

Qin Wanqing took the teacup calmly and put it aside.

Shen Ye frowned slightly, and after a while, he asked, "Is there anything else?"

The woman hurriedly replied: "No, the slaves will go down first."

With that said, he took the tray and retreated.

I don't know if it was Qin Wanqing's illusion, but she always felt that the woman looked at her very sharply, which made people feel a little uncomfortable.

Not long after, Shen Ye stood up, "You eat first, I have something else to do."

Qin Wanqing nodded slightly and watched him leave.

As soon as he left, Qin Wanqing stood up and walked out along the door.

Shen Ye grabbed the woman's hand, pressed her against the wall, and asked in a suppressed voice, "What exactly do you want?"

Looking at his sharp gaze, Minzhen said timidly, "I just want... to stay by His Highness's side, is that okay?"

"This is not the place for you to stay, if this continues, don't blame me..."

He was talking when a hairpin fell from the corner of the wall, interrupting his words.