Zhao Luyan's guess was correct. Lu Yueqin and Lu Wangyuan had not rested for the entire night. Even though they understood the logic behind it, it was still uncomfortable for them to do it and be at Zhao Luyan's mercy. Fu Ruihai's words were still ringing in their ears. They had to admit that what he said made sense and was for their own good. However…Lu Yueqin and Lu Wangyuan were both very helpless. They were unwilling, but there was nothing they could do. It was still the same sentence, take it one step at a time. Zhao Luyan couldn't possibly kill them just like that. One was Consort Chen, and the other was the country's father. Zhao Luyan didn't dare to do so.
Although she had long known that Zhao Luyan would come today and was fully prepared, Lu Yueqin was still a little nervous when she saw Zhao Luyan appear in front of her. He calmed himself down and pretended to be calm as he asked,"Miss Zhao, you're really early today. We just woke up and you're here. You haven't eaten breakfast yet, right? Do you need me to get the kitchen to prepare it?”
"Thank you for your concern, Consort Chen. I've already eaten at home, so there's no need.”Zhao Luyan said politely," I came today because of yesterday's matter. I was very anxious, so I came early.”
"You're too early. Father and I have just woken up and haven't even eaten yet. Isn't it a little against the rules for you to come in?”Lu Yueqin pretended to be dissatisfied and said," I remember that Miss Zhao promised me yesterday that she would give me a day to think about it. Isn't this a little rushed?”
"What's the rush? I mean what I say. One day means one day. From yesterday to today, isn't it just one day? Besides, Fu Ruihai came yesterday and told you what he should say. You should have thought it through, right?”Then, he glanced at Fu Ruihai and then looked at Lu Yueqin smugly. He continued," Yesterday, Fu Ruihai went back and told me that you guys had already agreed. I wonder if it's true?”
"Of course. If you don't trust us, why don't you trust your own people?”Lu Yueqin asked.
Zhao Luyan nodded." I trust Fu Ruihai completely, and I also believe that he can persuade you. However, this matter is of great importance and cannot be easily judged. Therefore, we must ask him in person just in case. I hope Consort Chen can understand."”
"Then I've already agreed. You should be relieved.”Lu Yueqin said helplessly. She looked at her father and said," However, it's useless for me to agree to this matter. I can do my best to help you, but whether you can enter or not depends on Miss Zhao's own luck. I hope Miss Zhao can understand this and not make things too difficult for me.”
Lu Yueqin actually pushed away all the responsibility. If he really could not enter, but Lu Yueqin said that she had tried her best, wouldn't he have worked for nothing? Zhao Luyan was not angry. She just smiled and said,"I believe in the Empress 'ability. As long as the Empress is willing to help, there is nothing that cannot be done. I've heard that the relationship between the Empress and Consort Shu is not bad. It's not a big deal to recruit a palace maid. I believe it can be done.”Zhao Luyan deliberately reminded him.
"You know very well about the matters in the palace," Lu Yueqin sneered. However, I still have to tell you that even though my relationship with Consort Shu is not bad, if there is no suitable reason, she will not agree.”
"I've already thought of the reason." Zhao Luyan smiled smugly." If it was an ordinary woman, Consort Shu would definitely not allow it. If I were your younger sister or some relative, it would be inconvenient for me to stay in the Lu Residence after my parents died. As the elder sister, I hope that my younger sister can accompany me. I believe that Consort Shu can understand this reason.”
Lu Yueqin thought for a moment. It was indeed a good reason. She smiled and nodded."That's a reasonable reason. It seems that you've put in a lot of effort. Alright, I'll go ask and see if it's possible. One more thing, I want to ask Miss Zhao, if one day you enter the palace and see the emperor, what are you going to do?”Without waiting for Zhao Luyan's reply, Lu Yueqin continued," You also know that the Emperor doesn't want you to enter the Palace at all this time. If he sees you, he will definitely fly into a rage. It's fine if I kill you, but I'll also be implicated. Tell me, what should I do then? I don't want my father to die because of you. This matter must be made clear. Otherwise, I can't agree to any of your requests.”
As expected, Lu Yueqin asked this question. Zhao Luyan thought to herself,'It seems like she really listened to Fu Ruihai.' She couldn't help but look at Fu Ruihai. He stood there coldly, as if this matter had nothing to do with him. Zhao Luyan was a little dissatisfied, but she couldn't say it out loud. Fortunately, he was prepared. He coughed lightly and said with a smile,"Consort Chen, don't worry. I've thought about this long ago. Since I've entered the palace with you, we're the same people. If we lose, we lose, and if we prosper, we prosper. To put it bluntly, the purpose of my entering the palace is the current emperor, so I will definitely think of a way to get close to him, but I can't tell you the exact method yet. But don't worry, I definitely won't harm you.”
"Your words have no evidence. How can you make me believe you?”Lu Yueqin asked sternly.
Zhao Luyan snorted coldly,"This isn't a debt repayment. We can even set up a written agreement." If you don't want to give it to me, you can think about it carefully. If you don't think clearly about what benefits I can get from harming you now, it means that I won't harm you. However, I can promise you that as long as you let me enter the palace, no one will know about you and He Huafeng. Also, if you and He Huafeng want to meet, I'll definitely find a way to arrange it, and it'll be absolutely safe.”
Hearing this, Lu Yueqin's eyes lit up, but then dimmed again. She shook her head and said indifferently,""Thank you for your concern, Miss Zhao, but I've already decided that I'll never see him again in this life. Seeing each other often was just torturing each other and increasing their sadness. It was better not to see each other.”After saying that, she sighed deeply and continued," Miss Zhao, I've already agreed to your matter. I'll think of a way. You can go back first. If there's any news, I'll get someone to tell you.”Lu Yueqin was already tired, so she gave the order to leave.
"Things aren't over yet. How can I leave so soon?" Zhao Luyan was unwilling. I know Consort Chen doesn't welcome me, but there are some things I need to ask. When do you plan to give me the news?”
"I wonder how long Miss Zhao will give me?”Lu Yueqin asked," Let me tell you, this matter is not easy. It can't be resolved in one or two days. I hope Miss Zhao won't force us.”
Zhao Luyan had wanted to say two days, but now that Lu Yueqin had said such words, she couldn't force it too much. After thinking for a while, she said,"How about seven days?"
"Alright, seven days it is."
Two days later, Yi Yunfei brought Guan Feng and Huangfu Ye to Linchuan. The three of them were extremely careful along the way, but they had different goals. Yi Yun was not mainly afraid that someone would recognize Huangfu Ye or Guan Feng, but Huangfu Ye and Guan Feng were mainly worried that Zhao Shengming would discover them. Therefore, the three of them headed to a place where no one was around. Yi Yunfei was initially afraid that Huangfu Ye would see through his intentions and was at a loss on how to deal with it. However, Huangfu Ye took the initiative to suggest it. This was what Yi Yunfei wanted. He did not ask further and only nodded, praising him for his thoughtfulness. This was Guan Feng's first time entering the martial world, so he did not have much experience. Of course, he would do whatever Yi Yun said. After the three of them discussed it, they didn't say anything along the way and just hurried along. Because of the detour, the journey took two days. The next night, they finally arrived at their destination. The three of them found an inn with fewer people to stay in and began to discuss what to do next.
"Just now, when I was walking outside, I noticed that almost everyone in this place knows that someone has been killed. The government is investigating, but it seems that there is no result. That place was already guarded by the government, and it was basically impossible to enter during the day.”Yi Yunfei analyzed," I thought about it. It's best to enter at night. It's more convenient and less likely to be discovered. How about this, I'll go over to take a look tonight. You guys wait for me here.”
"I'll go with you." Just as Yi Yunfei finished speaking, Huangfu Ye continued. This matter originally had nothing to do with him, but he suddenly thought of his family's situation. It was probably the same. If it was really Zhao Shengming, they would definitely find some clues. Perhaps this family had some connection with his father. Afraid that Yi Yun would not agree, Huangfu Ye continued," I know martial arts. If you encounter anything, I can help you.”
"If both of us leave, what about Guan Feng?”Yi Yun said worriedly," He doesn't know martial arts. If he encounters someone, I'm afraid…"
"Mr. Yi, you guys can go ahead. Don't worry about me.”Guan Feng said hurriedly. He could understand Huangfu Ye's feelings because he was feeling the same way. He could only blame himself for not practicing martial arts. Otherwise, he would have gone with them. Guan Feng did not wish to drag them down. He was afraid that Yi Yun would not agree, so he hurriedly said," I'm staying here. I'm not going anywhere. Once you leave, I'll turn off the lights so that no one will notice.”
Yi Yunfei thought for a moment and nodded.""Alright, that's it. Young Master Huangfu, please get ready. We will set off soon.”Yi Yun also wanted to bring Huangfu Ye along. After all, at times like this, two people were more convenient than one. Although Huangfu Ye's kung fu was not as good as his, it was not a problem for him to deal with ordinary people. Moreover, this was not the capital city, so it was impossible for them to meet Fu Ruihai or Priest Regret. It was very convenient for them to drag Huangfu Ye out.
"Alright, I'll prepare it immediately." Huangfu Ye was very excited to receive the approval and nodded hurriedly.
When the moon was dark and the wind was strong, the two of them set off. When they arrived at the scene of the incident, they saw that the lights in the courtyard were on. They found a place where no one was around to hide. When they looked inside, they saw that it was a few bailiffs. The two of them wanted to go in and take a look, but they were afraid of being discovered. Huangfu Ye was very anxious, but he saw Yi Yun take out a bag of powder and signal for Huangfu Ye to cover his nose. Huangfu Ye did as he was told. They saw Yi Yun scatter the powder inside and the few people immediately fainted. The two of them walked in and tested the area. After the bailiffs had fallen asleep, they took off their masks and took a deep breath. Huangfu Ye looked around and said disappointedly,""There's nothing here. I don't think we can find anything.”
Yi Yunfei looked around and nodded,""I was indeed late. The things here have been checked by the yamen. There's nothing left. It's useless to look at it. If I had known earlier, I would have set off earlier or left faster.”
Huangfu Ye didn't think much of it. He shook his head and said,""It's useless no matter how fast you are. Even if you arrive on the same day, I don't think you'll find anything.”Seeing Yi Yunfei's puzzled gaze, he added," If it was really someone sent by Zhao Shengming, it would be impossible for them to leave any flaws. Especially that Fu Ruihai, he was flawless. Back then, I was with him for so long, but I couldn't tell that he was the murderer.”At this point, Huangfu Ye felt like a failure and lowered his head helplessly.
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