Hearing this name, Madam Qi was stunned. Wasn't the person His Majesty?
"It's just an analogy to describe how father came at the right time.”Ying Lan laughed. Cao Cao hadn't even been born yet.
Not long after, Ying Zheng entered the Lan Mansion.
He was smiling, as if he was not affected by the rumors.
"Lan 'er, Imperial Father craves your hotpot again. He won't not welcome me, right?”
"Ahem, it's indeed a little unwelcome.”Ying Lan said casually. He was a straightforward person.
These words made Ying Zheng look embarrassed, and he did not know how to respond.
"I mean, no matter how delicious the food is, you can't eat it every day. Otherwise, you'll get sick of it.”
His indifferent attitude made Ying Zheng puzzled. At this moment, the news was spreading like wildfire in Xianyang City, so it was impossible for the people of Lan Mansion not to know about it.
However, on second thought, if Consort Qi and the others had a guilty conscience, they would definitely be respectful to him. On the contrary, if they did not do anything guilty, they would not be afraid of him suddenly coming to their door.
"Have you heard of the rumors in the outside world?" Ying Zheng did not beat around the bush.
"I heard, but I think anyone with a brain wouldn't believe it, right?!”Ying Lan shrugged.
Lord Zheng is obviously suspecting me and consort mother. Didn't he know whether he had shot or not? He had probably provoked too many women and could not remember clearly.
Ying Zheng was so angry that he had no words to say, but he still had to put on a smile on his face.
Although Ying Lan wasn't very filial to him and didn't seem like his biological son, he could clearly hear Ying Lan's thoughts. Didn't this show that father and son were connected?!
It's obvious that someone with ulterior motives is spreading rumors and sowing discord between me and Master Zheng. They can't wait for me to rebel!
Ying Zheng was stunned for a moment, and then his eyes lit up. It could be said that he had woken up someone from a dream with just one sentence. He had been so anxious that he had not seen through the phenomenon to see the essence, and had neglected the motive of the person who spread the rumor.
Fortunately, he didn't give any orders. Any of his actions could hurt Ying Lan's heart, and it was equivalent to making enemies with the Bloody Butcher.
Putting aside the truth of the rumors, if Ying Lan really had the idea of rebelling, he could nod his head today and accept the position of the Crown Prince. With the Bloody Hand Butcher's methods, he could completely kill people without them noticing.
After he was buried in a coffin, wouldn't Ying Lan be able to cover the sky with one hand and change the dynasty?
"Yes, Imperial Father also thinks that it's a rumor. It's really nonsense. Lan 'er, in your opinion, who's behind this?!”Ying Zheng was full of agreement, and asked Ying Lan for her opinion.
Consort Qi heaved a sigh of relief. Although she didn't feel guilty at all, there was no need to blame someone if she wanted to. The heart of an emperor was as deep as the sea. Perhaps she would be favored today and become a yellow flower tomorrow.
"I'm not sure, but it's clear that they're targeting Great Qin and me.”Ying Lan shook her head.
"Could it be another country?" Ying Zheng frowned. Recently, in order to deal with the Peacock Dynasty, they had sent Yue Clan captives, and the effect was quite obvious. Now, the Yue Clan was being attacked from both sides, with the Xiongnu in the north and the Peacock Dynasty in the south. It would not be long before the Yue Clan would have to make a decision.
"That shouldn't be the case; they can't even take care of themselves right now. If this plan fails, they'll definitely suffer Great Qin's wrath, which will be a disaster for them.”Ying Lan shook her head. She didn't quite agree with this guess.
"Oh, in that case, even if we find out that it's a rumor, it won't affect them too much. Or rather, they won't associate it with them!”Ying Zheng was able to wield the power of life and death, and become an emperor through the ages, which showed that he was quite shrewd.
Ying Lan gave him a little guidance and he started to draw inferences.
"The ones who are targeting Great Qin are either the remnants of the Six Nations or the Hundred Schools of Philosophy, especially the Yin-Yang School. They've killed many disciples recently, so they probably can't sit still anymore.!”
" Ahem, father, you think too highly of little brother Huhai. With his brain, he wouldn't have thought of this." Ying Lan didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
I can't splash dirty water on this little brother. I've already beaten him up until he's a pig's head today.
Speaking of which, this little brother was quite pitiful. The second emperor of Great Qin died, and Huhai was forced to commit suicide by Zhao Gao's son-in-law. It was likely that when he died, this little brother would realize that he was just Zhao Gao's puppet.
"You mean Huhai's teacher, Zhao Gao?”Ying Zheng's heart skipped a beat when he heard that, especially when he heard about the death of the second emperor of Great Qin…
Previously, Ying Lan had also muttered this in her heart, but he didn't take it to heart. As the things that Ying Lan thought of happened one after another, he had to take it seriously.
Anything that would affect Great Qin's foundation was not allowed to happen!
"Well, it's possible, but I'm not sure.”Ying Lan was slightly embarrassed.
"Alright, I understand. Lan 'er, are you really not going to invite Imperial Father for a hotpot meal?”
"I don't think so. It's not good for your health to eat big fish and meat every day. Although hotpot is delicious, don't overdo it.”
It wasn't that Ying Lan was heartless. The system's daily check-in requirement was to lie down for eight hours. If he didn't lie down enough and couldn't sign in, it would be equivalent to missing an opportunity.
Of course, it was uncomfortable to lie down for too long, so he could only let the American study the massage method. He felt a little more comfortable.
"Alright, I won't disturb your rest then.”Ying Zheng greeted her, then reminded Consort Qi.
"Don't take the rumors of the outside world to heart. I know your loyalty.”
Consort Qi was deeply moved by this. As soon as Ying Zheng left, she couldn't help but complain about Ying Lan.
"Lan 'er, what was with your attitude just now? Shouldn't you spend some time making something for His Majesty?”
"Consort Mother, my attitude depends on his attitude. His doubts make him very unhappy and also shows that he doesn't trust you. Why do you still want to please him?!”Ying Lan said disapprovingly.
Lady Qi was speechless for a moment, but she did not know how to retort. After all, in this era, people were divided into high and low, and Ying Zheng was the most respected person in the world. Even if he had some unsatisfactory aspects, it was not something that his concubines and sons could question.
The concept of equality in Ying Lan's mind was naturally not on the same level as them.
Back at Xianyang Palace, Ying Zheng summoned Zhao Gao, the commander of the Middle Carriage Mansion, overnight.
Zhao Gao rushed over and asked respectfully.
"May I know why Your Majesty summoned me here so late at night?"
Ying Zheng narrowed his eyes slightly and did not say anything. The atmosphere was a little depressing.
"Are you trying to rebel?" Ying Zheng said coldly.
" Ah…" Zhao Gao was so scared that his body trembled. His legs went weak and he knelt on the ground.
Such a direct question, he couldn't understand it…
"Your Majesty, I have never had such a heartless thought.”
"Oh, is that so? Are you sure you haven't done anything to let Great Qin down?”
"No, no." Zhao Gao was stunned for a moment and quickly shook his head.
"Whoosh." Ying Zheng pulled out the Emperor's Sword. The moonlight outside the window was reflected onto Zhao Gao's eyes along the Emperor's Sword, making him feel dizzy.
" Your Majesty, please spare my life! Please spare my life! I was muddle-headed…" The immense pressure caused Zhao Gao's heart to collapse.
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