EBE Chapter 495: Zhao? Monk?
Chapter 495: Zhao? Monk?
After investigation by the Dali Temple and the Ministry of Justice, it was found that Prince Heng had killed innocent people, sold official positions and titles, colluded with grain merchants to embezzle granaries and other crimes. The emperor ordered the stripping of his title and the execution of Prince Heng. Prince Heng's concubines and children were all demoted to commoners. Although they were not imprisoned, they were not allowed to leave the capital without being summoned.
"After all, they are the heirs of the royal family. The late emperor passed away not long ago. If you kill all the heirs of Prince Heng at this time, it will damage the reputation of the emperor."
"They are still not mature enough, so let them be demoted to commoners first."
Queen Mother Ruan said gently that this result was also the decision made after discussion by the cabinet.
"If the late emperor knew that his most trusted brother actually had such a big ambition, he would chase Prince Heng and give him a beating." Empress Dowager Ruan curled her lips.
She really hoped that there were ghosts and gods in the world, and that the late emperor and Concubine Liu and her son could be reunited in the underworld.
Tomorrow she must go to his tablet and tell him again that Fu Yuxuan is not his biological son, so that he won't forget this matter after she dies.
When Shen Suian heard this, he hurriedly held up a silk handkerchief to the corners of his mouth, fearing that he would not be able to hold back his laughter.
"Brother, have you found any information about He Zhitian?" Fu Jinyi asked.
When He Zhitian was mentioned, even Empress Dowager Ruan's expression darkened. This mysterious and strange man hiding behind He Zhiyuan remains a mystery to this day.
It was originally thought that He Zhiyuan had been planning for many years just to let his son ascend to the throne, but who would have thought that he was actually a man who could not have a son.
This He Zhitian is definitely not a simple person. After He Zhiyuan disappeared, he did not make any move.
Either their power has been completely eliminated, or they are just watching the situation and waiting for an opportunity to counterattack.
And they must not give He Zhitian a chance to counterattack.
Fu Jinyuan said slowly, "He Zhitian went to Hexi, but lost his trace in Xicheng. I guess he went to the Western Regions."
"However, I found the grandson of an old servant who used to work in the He Mansion. He said that the He Mansion did have two young masters in the past. In addition to He Zhiyuan and He Zhitian, there was also a young master named Zhao. But this young master suddenly became a monk after he turned thirteen and never returned to the He family again."
"Also, almost all the servants who had seen Mr. Zhao in the He family died. The grandson of this old servant was seriously ill. His grandfather thought he would not survive, so he sent him to the countryside. That’s how he escaped. His grandfather is already dead."
"Are you saying that this Young Master Zhao is the fake He Zhitian?" Queen Ruan asked in a deep voice.
Fu Jinyuan nodded slowly, "Mother, the royal family of the previous dynasty was surnamed Zhao."
Queen Ruan's eyes darkened, "Yes, if that's the case, then everything makes sense."
He Zhiyuan was so persistent in going out to sea to search for treasure. In addition to the treasure map in his hand, there must be someone from the royal family of the previous dynasty who knew the authenticity of the treasure.
“But I remember that the emperor of the previous dynasty hanged himself with all the princes when the country was destroyed, and did not leave any descendants.” Queen Ruan frowned.
The previous dynasty was destroyed by the joint efforts of the Western Regions and the Eastern Qiang. After more than ten years of terrible turmoil, the people of this land were treated like animals by the Western Regions and the Eastern Qiang.
There are even cases of people exchanging their children and eating them.
Later, it was the ancestors of the Fu family who led their companions who did not want to be bullied to resist the Western Regions, and thus re-established the current Yong Dynasty.
"You said that this orphan from the previous dynasty has become a monk?" Fu Jinyi touched his chin, "No wonder we couldn't find him. We didn't find a temple."
Fu Jinyuan said, "That's right."
"If he is really an orphan of the previous dynasty, then why did he go to the Western Regions? To seek revenge?" asked Queen Dowager Ruan.
"It is also possible that his trip to the Western Regions was just an illusion, and he is still in the Southern Dynasty, just hiding in the temple." Fu Jinyuan said, "I will have the Pacification Division secretly search in various temples."
The more Shen Sui'an listened, the faster his heart beat.
The surname is Zhao! A monk!
There can't be such a coincidence in this world!
She remembered that the monk who adopted Zhao Jiuling in her previous life also had the surname Zhao before he left the secular world.
But, isn’t that old monk dead?
If the old monk hadn't died, how could Zhao Jiuling have ended up living in a stable?
Maybe it's just a coincidence!
Shen Sui'an planned to leave the palace and ask Zhao Jiuling again.
After discussing for a while, it was time for dinner. Today was considered a family dinner to welcome Fu Jinyuan.
It was rare for their family to have such a peaceful and warm meal, just like an ordinary family, without all the intrigue.
Somehow the topic of Fu Jinyi's marriage came up.
"If you don't like the ladies I picked for you last time, I will pick a few more for you." Empress Dowager Ruan said softly.
Fu Jinyi bit his chopsticks and said, "Mother, have you ever thought that I might be a homosexual?"
"..." My own son! If you beat him to death, I'll have one less son!
Queen Mother Ruan took a deep breath and exhaled slowly. She turned to look at Fu Jinyuan and said, "Please persuade him."
"If all else fails, give him drugs and make it a fait accompli before you appoint a queen." Fu Jinyuan had a blank expression on his face.
Fu Jinyi's face changed drastically, "Brother, where is your noble character? This... this method is too despicable."
"Your Majesty, there are three unfilial acts and the worst is to have no descendants," said Fu Jinyuan.
"If you don't have Chao Ge'er, how about I make Chao Ge'er the crown prince?" Fu Jinyi said with a smile.
Fu Jinyuan turned to look at Queen Mother Ruan, "Mother, you have seen that I can no longer persuade you. If I continue to persuade you, I will take action."
The child was in poor health when he was young, so he was not spanked enough.
The corners of Empress Dowager Ruan's mouth twitched. "Forget it. There is no need to ask his opinion. I will give the order for the selection tomorrow."
"Mother!" Fu Jinyi was shocked.
Queen Mother Ruan stood up and said, "Sui Sui, accompany me to help digest the food."
Shen Sui'an hurriedly stepped forward and held Empress Dowager Ruan's hand. She could see that the Empress Dowager was very angry.
This Fu Jinyi really dares to say that he is gay? Isn't he afraid of angering the court officials to death?
"Sui Sui, I'm going to hold a beauty contest. When the time comes, I'll need you to come to the palace to help me select the beauties." Empress Dowager Ruan patted the back of Shen Sui'an's hand.
Shen Sui'an: "Mother, I don't have the vision you have."
"The sooner you establish the queen, the sooner you can feel at ease." Queen Mother Ruan said, "I have already found out who was the maid who bumped into A Yuan last time. She was arranged by a noble family to seduce the emperor."
"The emperor was unmoved, so he had evil thoughts about climbing up to A Yuan."
Queen Mother Ruan continued, "The man has been beaten to death."
"And Qingdai, ignore her gossiping in front of you. Your mother has never thought of bringing Chao Ge'er into the palace. Ai's family has experienced the pain of separation between mother and child, and she will not let you and A Yuan suffer the same pain."
"Mother..." Shen Sui'an was shocked. She had already inquired about Qingdai's matter last time, but she didn't expect the Queen Mother to explain it specifically.
Queen Mother Ruan's eyes were red, "Ayuan said he wanted to go to Suzhou, are you angry?"