Jia Yujing of Red Mansion

Chapter 228 The Holy Mother is actually the mother-in-law

Tianyue Temple, in the Zen room.

The old monk in ragged clothes sat cross-legged with a forlorn expression. He was obviously much older than before.

Within a few days, bad news came one after another, and his ominous premonition of that day came true.

He, who had prided himself on having Zhang Liang's wisdom all his life, also felt deeply helpless.

What's even more frightening is that he still can't see what went wrong.

Why did the imperial court suddenly launch a thunderous strike and destroy all the arrangements of the White Lotus Sect for more than ten years? There was no sign before.

However, he knew very well that since the imperial court was able to destroy the branches of the White Lotus Sect in various places in one fell swoop, and even Prince Ning did not escape, it was impossible not to know of his existence.

He must be under surveillance now. He must find a way to escape quickly before the court arrests him.

Daming Palace, Hall of Mental Cultivation.

Emperor Longqing rarely invited concubines to sleep with him in recent years. He was used to sleeping alone. Today, he was lying on the huge dragon bed by himself.

The night was deep, but Emperor Longqing could not fall asleep.

Today he received a note from Jia Qiong, reporting on some situations at the top of the White Lotus Sect and asking for instructions on how to deal with these people.

It was this secret that made it difficult for Emperor Longqing to sleep.

Just because he saw a familiar name in the memorial, Qin Lan.

This is what Jia Qiong's book says: Tang Sai'er, the leader of the White Lotus Sect, whose real name is Qin Lan, is 37 years old and is from Chang'an.

He wandered around the world in his early years and joined the White Lotus Sect 18 years ago.

Because of the secret support of Prince Ning, he soon rose to prominence and was accepted as a disciple by the previous leader of the White Lotus Sect.

After the death of the previous leader seven years ago, he successfully inherited the position of leader of the White Lotus Sect.

When Emperor Longqing first saw Qin Lan's name, he didn't even react.

In his mind, Qin Lan should have been dead for 18 years.

During Ji Hongzhang's investigation, it was found that she died of dystocia after giving birth to Qin Keqing. Unexpectedly, she was still alive.

It seems that the news that Qin Lan died in childbirth was also fake news released by the old King Beijing. He should have had someone secretly send Qin Lan to Prince Ning.

At that time, Prince Beijing and Prince Ning were both the backbone of the prince's party, so it was natural that the two would be linked.

Qin Lan must not have told the truth, otherwise she and Qin Keqing would have been killed long ago.

Her identity is so secret that no one will know unless she confesses.

So Qin Lan must have told Jia Qiong his real name on purpose, just to let herself know.

What exactly does Qin Lan want?How should I deal with her?

Rationally, he should have ordered Jia Qiong to execute Qin Lan immediately to avoid future troubles.

But he really wanted to meet Qin Lan in person to see what she wanted to do.

Emperor Longqing was deeply entangled, and it was not until the next morning that he finally made a decision.

He ordered someone to pass a secret decree to Jia Qiong, asking him to secretly escort Qin Lan to Beijing, find a place to properly place her, and tell the outside world that the Holy Mother of the White Lotus Sect had been executed.

All other senior White Lotus Sect leaders were executed on the spot, leaving no one behind.

Two days later, Jia Qiong received a secret order from Emperor Longqing.

Although he felt a little strange about this decree, since it was the emperor's decree, he had to comply with it.

Jia Qiong didn't know Qin Lan's secret identity, but from Emperor Longqing's secret decree, he had a vague sense that this woman's identity was not just as simple as the Holy Mother of the White Lotus Sect.

Although the two of them didn't have much communication, he always felt that the way Qin Lan looked at him was a little unusual.

Although Qin Lan is not young, she is naturally beautiful and takes good care of herself. She looks to be in her twenties and is a stunning beauty.

Jia Qiong secretly wondered at first whether the Holy Mother of the White Lotus Sect was attracted by his handsome appearance and outstanding talent, and secretly expressed her love for him.

But later he realized that he was overthinking it. Qin Lan looked at him with very loving eyes, but there was no trace of affection between man and woman.This puzzled Jia Qiong, and she even doubted whether she and her son looked alike, which was why Qin Lan looked at her with that look.

The anti-bandit work in Henan Province was basically over. Jia Qiong handed over the remaining finishing matters to the governor of Henan and returned to Beijing in triumph with his people.

Because Qin Lan has to ride a carriage, the speed is much slower than riding a horse.

So after walking on the road for ten days, Jia Qiong and his party returned to the capital.

It was already mid-November, and it had snowed heavily in Guanzhong in the past few days, and the weather had become very cold.

Jia Qiong did not go directly to the city, but first came to Shuangquan Town and placed Qin Lan in a house.

Emperor Longqing's secret order was for Jia Qiong to properly place Qin Lan, so he naturally did not dare to neglect it.

He has sent people back in advance to decorate the house. This house is a boutique house covering an area of ​​one acre.

The maids and wives have prepared everything in advance, and all the food and supplies are of the highest quality. Even the latest coal stove heating has been installed.

After Qin Lan was settled, Jia Qiong asked Yuntao to go home to report the news, and he himself went to the palace to deliver the order.

Emperor Longqing occasionally felt cold these days, so he did not go to the South Study Room to approve the memorial, but worked directly in the Yangxin Hall.

After hearing the report from the eunuch that Jia Qiong had come to resume his duties, Emperor Longqing hurriedly announced his entry into the palace.

Jia Qiong heard a faint cough outside the palace. When she entered the palace, she saw Emperor Longqing sitting on the couch wearing a thick cloak and looking sick.

There were several thick piles of memorials on the table next to him. It was obvious that he was still reviewing the memorials while dragging his sick body.

Jia Qiong couldn't help but be moved by Emperor Longqing's diligence, and lamented that God was not kind enough to allow him to encounter such a troubled time.

He gave a deep salute and said: "Your Majesty, Jia Qiong, is here to see the Emperor. I, the Emperor, bow to you with a holy bow."

Emperor Longqing stretched out his hand to support her slightly and said, "Jia Aiqing is flat, thank you for your hard work from the Henan team this time."

Jia Qiong bowed and said: "It is the duty of a minister to share the emperor's worries, and I dare not say how hard it is.

Your Majesty, you look very bad, but are you sick? "

Emperor Longqing coughed twice, waved his hands and said, "I just feel cold occasionally. It's not a serious illness. Jia Aiqing doesn't need to worry."

Jia Qiong advised: "Your Majesty's dragon body is important. It's better to take good care of your health first and then deal with official duties, so as not to turn a minor illness into a serious one."

Emperor Longqing felt Jia Qiong's genuine concern, and felt greatly in his heart. He couldn't help but smile and said: "Don't worry Jia Aiqing, I'm already well."

You have been away from Beijing for nearly two months. Have you ever visited home? "

Jia Qiong said: "I bear the emperor's orders, so naturally I have to come back to the emperor before I can go home.

The emperor's affairs have been settled. I wonder when the emperor plans to see her? "

Emperor Long Qing hesitated for a moment and then said: "Don't worry about it now, just put her in a good place and don't let her come into contact with outsiders.

You can take me there when I want to see her. "

Jia Qiong cupped his hands and said, "Yes, I obey your order."

Emperor Longqing said again: "Your hard work this time has been great. When the White Lotus Sect's matter is completely settled, I will reward you heavily.

Your wife is pregnant and must be looking forward to your coming home as soon as possible.

I won’t keep you here anymore. Go back and take a look. "

Jia Qiong was a little confused when she heard this, and murmured: "The emperor said that my wife is pregnant? Which of my wives is pregnant?"

Emperor Longqing asked strangely: "Why, you don't know yet? Didn't your family send someone to deliver the letter to you?"

"No, I haven't heard any news at all."

Emperor Longqing nodded and said: "Maybe your wife was afraid of affecting your errands, so she didn't report to you.

It's your eldest wife who is pregnant. Go back and take a look. "

"Yes, I retire!"

(End of this chapter)