first minister

Chapter 248 Three heroes come to the door, Qin Li visits
"The disciple has something to ask to see the master. I wonder if it is convenient for the master at this moment?"

Seeing that Dongfang Bai, who was only six years old, still asked for instructions with a strict etiquette, Chen Fugui, like Xia Jingyun back then, was impressed by the excellence of the royal family's education, and at the same time felt a little apprehensive, for fear that these gentlemen would not agree.

Mr. Linxi met him and asked about the situation.

At this time, Chen Fugui stepped forward and told the truth about what he knew, then knelt down on one knee and cupped his fists and said: "I know that you did not harm the Qin family, but now, he has been framed and entered After entering the Black Ice Terrace, the Spring Festival is just around the corner. I am afraid that I will miss this big exam, and I will waste three years with my ambition of serving the country and the people. Therefore, I dare you to ask the three gentlemen to say something to the Qin family, not to be a son. Excuse me, I just ask him to participate in Chunwei, and then interrogate him!"

After listening to Chen Fugui's narration silently, Mr. Linxi recalled the young man who was full of vigor and talent, and at the same time won their approval, "We need to discuss it later."

Chen Fugui waited anxiously, Dongfang Bai also had a bitter face, and asked with concern: "How long has Uncle been in?"

"I was invited into the Black Ice Platform the night before yesterday, and today is the third day."

"What did the concubine say?"

"I don't want to disturb Empress Defei for the time being, but I think Empress already knows."

Dongfang Bai looked firm, "You don't have to worry, Mother Concubine and I will definitely work hard to rescue Uncle!"

Being comforted by a six-year-old child, Chen Fugui didn't feel strange, and nodded, "Thank you, Your Highness."

And the final decision of the three old gentlemen did not disappoint Chen Fugui. Originally, he thought that only one person would be happy enough, but when he saw the three old gentlemen arrived neatly dressed, they arrived together.
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On the fourth day of February, there are still fourteen days before the beginning of spring.

In the Qin residence, Qin Li was released yesterday.

After performing all the acting and knelt down all night, she was weakly escorted back to the room by the maidservants.

And looking at the embarrassment of the once undisputed proud girl in the clan, many people in the clan were gloating.

Another small group of people began to have dreams that they could replace.

Under the double attack of wind-cold and exhaustion, Qin Li fell asleep on the warm and comfortable bed for nearly a day and a night, and took medicine twice before recovering.

Glancing at the maid lying on the side table, she sat up silently, leaning against the head of the bed, silently recalling what grandpa said that night in her heart, and then according to her own understanding, began to plan her next actions strategy.

It's not that she didn't suspect that Grandpa wanted to bet on multiple parties, but she didn't think it was a problem, because she really felt that Concubine De and Mr. Xia were good partners. If she had to choose one, she would rather the Qin family cooperate with them .

As long as grandpa has this idea, she will find a way to make it happen.

Just as she was lost in thought, the servant girl saw her awake, subconsciously wiped the corners of her mouth, and came over in surprise, "Miss, you're awake!"

Qin Li smiled, "I'm not sick, so don't be so nervous."

The maid hurriedly said: "That's not true, you came out of the ancestral hall yesterday, and the look on your face is what you want."

The maid almost said it, so she quickly stopped it.

Qin Li chuckled, "Is there anything going on in the house yesterday?"

The maid said: "Yesterday morning, Lord Shang Shuwei of the Household Department and Lord Wang Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites came to visit the mansion together, but the old man had spoken and did not let them in. At noon, the clan elders meeting was held, and someone suggested To establish a new heir to the family, in order to stabilize the hearts of the family, the old man directly scolded him back, saying that the most urgent thing now is to avenge the eldest son, this matter is related to the face of the Qin family, and other things will be discussed after this matter. "

After Qin Li listened quietly, she was silent for a moment, "Get some hot water ready, I want to take a bath."

In the warm room, water vapor slowly rises from the large bathtub, as if hanging a few looming gauzes in the bathroom.

Tulle looms for added flair.

Black hair, red lips;

Fair skin, delicate person;

The large snow-white skin and the red petals covering the water surface collide with an amazing visual allure.

The water drops gently flowed into the bright red petals along the skin, and some of them dripped onto the lighter-colored buds hidden in the petals.

Qin Li leaned on the bathtub, closed her eyes slightly, and couldn't help feeling a little more worried.

The weight of two ministers seems to be far from enough in Grandpa's heart.

However, what kind of bargaining chip can Defei Empress offer?

If you can't impress grandpa, is it possible that Mr. Xia can't participate in Chunwei and wasted three years?
If what grandpa told him was true, he would definitely not act like this, so how would this scene end?

What can I do in this?

Just as Qin Li's thoughts were rippling with the water waves, the maid came over and knocked on the door.

"Miss, the king of Jiaodong County and the three old gentlemen from Tushan are here, and I happened to hear them just now when the stewards were going to communicate."

Qin Li frowned, and immediately stood up from the tub.

Crash, splash, and some drops of water were shaken and fell.

Chen Fugui looked at the still closed door, although he knew that the child next to him was the prince, and even though he knew that the three old gentlemen beside him were leading figures in the literary world who would even give His Majesty face, he was still a little nervous. Under the mentality of doing this in one fell swoop, he turned his heels uneasily.

Fortunately, the name of Tu Shan's Three Heroes is really not built on. If you stop here, no matter whether you are a prince, general or wealthy businessman, if you want to play tricks on the scene, no one will dare to take it seriously.

The door of the Qin family finally opened slowly, and the old head of the Qin family, dressed in sackcloth and filial piety, led the current head of the Qin family to greet him in person.

After a few greetings, Mr. Linxi also spoke skillfully: "The Qin family has been loyal to the emperor and patriotic for many years, and abides by virtue. They can be regarded as a model for foreign relatives. Mr. Qin is also smart and studious. Unfortunately, he died. The three old ladies and their disciples are here to express their condolences."

Mr. Wan Lin and Mr. Kongbi also clasped their hands together, "My condolences to Patriarch Qin."

With their prestige among the scholars, these words can be said to add a great halo to the Qin family and a great gift.

Although this thing can't be eaten as food, what the aristocratic family lacks is never that food.

The old Patriarch Qin naturally understood, and quickly saluted and thanked, "Thank you Mr. Linxi, Mr. Wan Lin, Mr. Kongbi, and thank you King Jiaodong. Please come into the house."

Leading everyone into the main hall to sit down, the old Patriarch Qin apologized and said: "Because the murderer has not been punished, the Qin family has not set up a mourning hall. The virtues of the three gentlemen are so high that my ineffective grandson can't bear it, so let's drink here." Let's talk over tea."

He looked at the three old gentlemen and said proactively, "The three gentlemen must have come here for Mr. Xia?"

Mr. Linxi, who originally thought he would be taken advantage of, was very grateful, nodded and said: "Mr. Xia is very talented, and his talent can be chosen for a while. At this juncture, it is a pity that he can't participate in Chunwei and serve the country. What's more, according to the opinion of the three old men, Mr. Xia shouldn't be the murderer. Can Brother Qin allow him to participate in the Spring Festival? review of the law."

The old Patriarch Qin stood up and bowed to the three of them, "The three gentlemen are so noble and upright that I really admire you. And the three gentlemen's virtue of supporting the younger generation is also worthy of the name of the master of the literary world. Come to my Qin family today, I Qin The family is full of splendor, but this statement really makes it difficult for me to make a decision."

He explained: "For the three gentlemen, this is a young talent who was imprisoned unjustly, so that he missed the spring and wasted his youth. As the party involved, the Qin family should put the family and the country first, and it is a little convenient The door, so that it can refer to Chun Wei, and then proceed to the trial. If it is clear afterwards that it is innocent, it will be cheaper for the two, and if it is really guilty, then the crime will be judged, right?"

Mr. Linxi nodded.

The old patriarch of Qin continued: "But what if the three gentlemen stand on the side of my Qin family to see? The eldest son died on the street, the eldest son lost his heir, and the corpse has been suspended in the mansion and cannot be buried. All he wants is to arrest the murderer and revenge Your Majesty loves you, and specially ordered the three divisions to interrogate. The most direct clue fell on Mr. Xia. Mr. Xia is in prison to be investigated. Can my Qin family write to His Majesty at this moment, please forgive him and intervene in the trial? If there is a division Ming Zhen believes that Mr. Xia is innocent, release him, and find another real culprit, I have no objection, but if he is released like this, for my Qin family, if justice cannot be done for the death of a close relative, How to unite the hearts of the people? How can the clansmen be at peace?"

He sighed, "To be honest, some elders in the clan have changed their minds today and want to fight for the succession of the Patriarch. At this juncture, how can I respond to this statement, how dare I answer this statement?"

"The three gentlemen's request, normally I should agree to it with all my heart, but if I agree, I'm afraid the cohesion of the whole Qin family will not survive, and the reputation accumulated by the ancestors in the past generations will not be guaranteed."

After finishing speaking, he gave a long bow to the three old gentlemen, "Please forgive the three gentlemen, please forgive the crime, the King of Jiaodong County!"

Mr. Linxi hesitated to speak, but in the end he still didn't speak, he let out a long sigh, "Forget it, I didn't think about what happened today, so take the liberty to bother me, let me leave!"

After speaking, he returned a salute to Patriarch Qin, then turned and left.

Mr. Wan Lin and Mr. Kong Bi also saluted and walked out.

Dongfang Bai hesitated to speak, but in the end he still didn't speak. He saluted, turned around and followed out.

Sending everyone out in person, the Patriarch of the Qin family looked worried, "Father, why did you refuse like that? These are the three masters of Tushan!"

Old Patriarch Qin pursed his lips, obviously under a lot of pressure, "Not enough, wait, wait."

"How's it going?"

Qin Li, who had changed into Tsing Yi, looked at the maid who went to inquire about the news with a concerned expression.

"I heard that the old master rejected the other party, and now the three old gentlemen have left with the king of Jiaodong County."

Qin Li was shocked, and immediately got up after thinking for a while, "Clean up and go out with me."

"Where are you going?"

"Follow it!"

Not long after, outside the gate of the Black Ice Terrace, the maidservant's legs were so frightened that she hugged Qin Li's arm, "Miss, what are we doing here?"

She swallowed, "Yes, Laifu said a few days ago that he likes me and wants to live with me. I saw that he was strong and I was a little tempted, but I didn't agree to him. There is nothing between us. It's okay. send me here?"

Unexpectedly, Qin Li turned her head to look, the corners of her eyes twitched, she hesitated for a while, she really didn't go in, but turned to the coachman and said, "Go to Jiang'anhou's Mansion."

The coachman didn't hesitate, as if he also left with some fear of wanting to flee quickly.

When she arrived at Jiang'an Hou's Mansion, just like last time, she was still greeted by the unkind eyes of everyone in the Hou's Mansion.

But the difference is that Feng Xiuyun welcomed her in this time.

Feng Xiuyun did not put on an air of hostess, but came to the gazebo in the backyard, screened back to the left and right, and the two women sat facing each other.

Within a hundred steps around, there is no one.

Feng Xiuyun said the opening remarks, as if explaining why he acted like this, "According to his approval for you, you must have learned something when you come to the Hou's mansion at this time."

Qin Li smiled slightly, "I have heard for a long time that Miss Feng used to be the head of the Shang Palace. She was smart and decisive in her actions. She has always been relied on by the concubine. Today, she really lives up to her reputation."

Feng Xiuyun, who had just received the news that Tu Shan's three masters had returned without success, was just in a state of distraught, and frowned slightly upon hearing this, "He is still suffering in the death row at Heibingtai, and I'm not in the mood to go around in circles with Miss Qin."

Qin Li said: "As long as Mr. Xia really has nothing to do with the death of elder brother, I will do my best to help Mr. Xia get out of trouble."

After careful consideration, she did not reveal the whole plan, but chose another way:
It was as if she herself had made a decision against her ancestors.

Feng Xiuyun's eyes lit up when she heard the words, "Really?"

　Originally written, deleted, and rewritten, but still not satisfied, but there is no way, the update frequency of web articles cannot be refined, so let it be.

　　Sort out your thoughts at night and wake up again tomorrow.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)