127. Something Happened To Master Shifu

After the sacrifice ceremony, life was back on track again.

Some of the officials who came from the outer states were going back.

At this time, in the Star Room on the second floor of Restaurant of Bon Appetite, a middle-aged man was treating guests to a meal. The persons he invited were Zhang Qiao, the assistant minister of the Ministry of War, and Zhang Xiuqi, the assistant minister of the Ministry of Works.

Han Tingxuan knew both of them.

Mo Yanzhi once explained briefly who Zhang Qiao was. Zhang Qiao was a spy that Tian Yuexi planted in secret. Han Tingxuan once suggested Mo Yanzhi make things difficult for Zhang Qiao on the outside.

Unfortunately, as Mo Yanzhi didn't work as the head of the minister before a series of accidents happened and he was set up to “die”, Mo Yanzhi did not gain any achievements in the Ministry of War!

Therefore, the plan to make things difficult for Zhang Qiao was not implemented.

Zhang Qiao was born in an ordinary family. The reason he could get promoted to his current position was that, firstly, he was a real talent, and secondly, he was lucky enough. Tian Yuexi did a great job to hide the relationship between them. Therefore, other than Zhang Qiao himself, no one else knew that he only took orders from the emperor.

Therefore, Zhang Qiao had always been neutral in the Ministry of War. Nangong Wudi, Nangong Xing, even Dongfang Yi, or Jia Sunian had regarded him as a target to get close.

From this point of view, one could tell that Zhang Qiao was very successful because he did not offend any side.

Of course, Zhang Qiao was just an assistant minister whose job was to deal with “small things” that the minister did not do.

Therefore, he was quite authoritative to a great degree.

As for Zhang Xiuqi, Han Tingxuan once went to the outskirts of the City of Capital with him and Lin Hai to teach people how to use the wheeled plow. They were even attacked by a group of beasts.

If not for Han Tingxuan's prompt decision, there would have been more casualties that day! The farmers would be in big trouble.

Tan Jun, the Minister of Ministry of Works was also on Tian Yuexi’s side. The Ministry of Works was not as complicated as the Ministry of War. So Zhang Xiuqi and Lin Hai were on Tan Jun’s side, also on Tian Yuexi’s side. After the beast attack incident, Zhang Xiuqi and Lin Hai had a very good impression on Han Tingxuan.

If someone picked on Han Tingxuan in the court meeting, they would stand out to defend him.

For such a long time, Zhang Xiuqi and Lin Hai had been labeled as members of Han Tingxuan’s side!

The middle-aged man who bought the dinner was called Zhou Rong, a governor of the State of Qing. His purpose of arranging the meal was for his she-man, Zhou Yueqing.

Zhou Yueqing was a famous genius in the State of Qing. Although he was a she-man, he was very talented and had passed the test of scholars and wanted to become an official.

Zhou Rong only had two she-man, one was Zhou Yueqing, and the other was only ten years old.

Zhou Yueqing could become an official with his ability. Zhou Rong was not worried about him at all. But the problem was that Zhou Yueqing was not only famous for his talent, but also his good-looking.

Sun Yuan, the magistrate of the State of Qing, had been unfriendly with Zhou Rong, while Sun Yuan's second son, Sun Qiuyi, was interested in Zhou Yueqing.

Sun Qiuyi was just a spoiled childe who Zhou Yueqing was not interested in at all. So he rejected Sun Qiuyi.

But Sun Qiuyi didn't give up. After being rejected several times, Sun Qiuyi had a grudge in his heart and picked on them again and again, but also framed Zhou Yueqing as a thief.

Now, Zhou Yueqing was still in jail.

It left Zhou Rong no choice but to turn to Zhang Xiuqi and Zhang Qiao. Zhang Qiao had received Zhou Rong's favor a few years ago. Zhang Xiuqi, Zhou Rong, and Zhang Xiuqi were from the same hometown, and they were in good contact with each other.

In the City of Capital, power, background and human resource was essential.

Zhou Rong knew that if he couldn't do anything before he went back home, his she-man would be ruined.

Therefore, after many efforts, he finally made an appointment with Zhang Qiao and Zhang Xiuqi.

Zhou Rong had tried to talk to everyone he could. He didn't only talk to the two of them. He had already handed over the invitation cards to all people he knew.

However, only the two of them responded to him in the end.

The problem was that Zhou Rong was an upright official. He was not rich. Every time he came to the City of Capital to report his duties, he was unique. Because others usually spent their efforts to get along with the officials of the City of Capital by bribing them. He was the only one who had never sent anything to other officials.

This time he spent over one-third of the silver he brought entertaining Zhang Xiuqi and Zhang Qiao for a meal on the second floor of Restaurant of Bon Appetite.

Another reason why officials in the City of Capital didn't dare to get involved with his case was that Sun Yuan was a sideline family of the Sun family!

The Sun family of the City of Capital was a huge monster! Even though Sun Yuan was only a sideline of the Sun family!

Not to mention that Zhou Rong didn't have money to send gifts, even if he had money, how many people would dare to accept it? How many would have the guts to fight against the Sun family?

When Zhou Rong was desperate, two officials showed up.

After Zhou Rong explained everything, Zhang Qiao and Zhang Xiuqi exchanged eye contact. It was a difficult case!

Zhou Rong’s face turned pale when he saw their expressions.

"The Sun family is the absolute power in the State of Qing. I have no other choice!" Zhou Rong looked sad.

Finally, Zhang Xiuqi said, "Brother, if there is someone who can help you, I'm afraid there's only one person."

"Who is it?" Zhou Rong quickly asked.

Zhang Xiuqi said softly. "Han Tingxuan, Prince Chen’s husband."

Zhou Rong was slightly surprised, and Zhang Qiao's eyes flashed slightly and felt surprised too.

On the other side, Han Tingxuan was having dinner at home with Han.

Han was in a good mood these days. He said that Zhou Lie was indeed a rare talent to learn martial arts!

Han Tingxuan asked, "You haven't gone to visit Tian Yusu in the past two days, have you?"

Han answered. "No."

"You can visit him tonight," said Han Tingxuan.

"Hmm? Why?" Han was confused.

Han Tingxuan said directly, "I have to go out for the night. In case he spies on me, you should go get him occupied.”

Han nodded, indicating that he understood. "I'll go tonight. Han Tingxuan, why do you go out often at night? You usually don’t come back for the night and would return the next day.”

"I can't tell you now. You'll know in the future."

Han blinked in confusion.

Han Tingxuan patted his shoulder and did not explain anything. At this time, Butler Qi came over and said that Zhang Xiuqi was here.

"Hmm? Official Zhang?" Han Tingxuan paused. If there was nothing important, Zhang Xiuqi would never come to his residence at this time!

Thus, Han Tingxuan went straight to the meeting room.

When Zhang Xiuqi saw Han Tingxuan coming over, he immediately went up to greet him. "Sorry for the trouble, your highness."

Han Tingxuan laughed. "You are being too polite. Have you had dinner yet?"

Zhang Xiuqi repeatedly said, "Yes, I have."

Han Tingxuan knew that he came for a good reason. So he asked directly.

Thus, Zhang Xiuqi told him everything about Zhou Rong.

"He and I come from the same hometown. He is a friend of old times. He asked me to do his favor. What else can I do? Magistrate Sun won’t listen to just an assistant minister. Let alone that it would stand on the opposite of the Sun family…"

Speaking of which, Zhang Xiuqi smiled bitterly. "I have no choice but to turn to you."

"Oh? You mean he is from the sideline of the Sun family?" Han Tingxuan smiled.

Zhang Xiuqi added, "I know Zhou Yueqing. He is a few years younger than me. He is only 19 years ago. However, he is a real talent. If he is interested in becoming an official, he is indeed a potential talent.”

"Since you see so many good things in Zhou Yueqing, I bet he must be extraordinary. Dongfang Hui, as a she-man though, is now a second-class official."

Zhang Xiuqi smiled bitterly. "Zhou Rong is an upright official and honest person. It's really difficult for him."

Han Tingxuan thought about it and said, "Brother Xiuqi, I already know about this. But I can’t you answer what to do or what I can do. You should know that they are waiting to catch me off guard.”

Zhang Xiuqi said seriously. "Yes, your highness. How come I do not know your difficulties? I came here because I have no other choice. You try your best. If you refuse, I bet Zhou Rong would understand and thank you anyway.”

The two said something else, then Zhang Xiuqi left.

It seemed that Zhang Xiuqi had a good relationship with Zhou Rong, or he admired Zhou Rong. Otherwise, Zhang Xiuqi would not have made this trip, nor left without drinking a cup of tea. It could tell that he was worried about Zhou Rong wholeheartedly.

The reason why Han Tingxuan did not agree to help was that he had yet to think about whether to intervene or not!

At night, the corner of Han Tingxuan's mouth curled up.

It was about time to see his male wife.

However, Han Tingxuan realized that Mo Yanzhi had been distracted today. When Mo Yanzhi saw him, he went forward, "Hubby, you're here."

Han Tingxuan looked at him with surprise. "Yanzhi? What's wrong? "

"I received a letter from Master Shifu," Mo Yanzhi looked worried.

Han Tingxuan was stunned. "Isn't this good news? What did he say?

Mo Yanzhi gave Han Tingxuan a golden leaf, which confused Han Tingxuan. Why did Mo Yanzhi give him a golden leaf?

However, when he saw the words on the golden leaf, Han Tingxuan's expression changed.

State of Qing, Solider, Supplies.

There were a few words in total but each word was written with internal force. The golden leaf was almost written through.

"Hubby, this is Master's writing," said Mo Yanzhi worriedly.

"But I can't understand what he means. This golden leaf was handed over to the relay station by a merchant from the State of Qing. If I hadn't arranged for someone to pay attention to his news, I'm afraid that the gold leaf wouldn't be delivered to me. Hubby, I suspect something bad happened to master Shifu.”

"The State of Qing," Han Tingxuan's gaze flashed and he said, "Yanzhi, I have something to tell you about the State of Qing."

"What is it?" asked Mo Yanzhi hurriedly.

Han Tingxuan explained everything about Zhou Rong. After he finished, Han Tingxuan slowly said, "If Master Shifu encountered difficulties in the State of Qing, Zhou Rong's case can be an excuse for me to go there…"

Mo Yanzhi was shocked. "Hubby, are you going to the State of Qing?"

Han Tingxuan said softly, "It is so strange that master Shifu mentioned ‘soldier’ and ‘supplies’. If it represents troops and supplies, it is a huge deal. Yanzhi, you are the emperor and can't leave so easily. I'm afraid I have to go."

"But even master Shifu is trapped there…" Mo Yanzhi only felt a shudder with fear.

"Yanzhi," Han Tingxuan held his hand. "We are not sure whether he is trapped in that place. Perhaps he has something urgent to do, so he hurriedly wrote a few words to send to you. If we don't go, we don't know what is happening. I will bring many people with me. Don't worry."

Mo Yanzhi shook his head slowly, feeling upset. "Hubby, can you not go? We can send someone else.”

Han Tingxuan smiled bitterly. "Yanzhi, the person who goes there must be someone capable and we deeply trust. As far as it is, who do you think is a great choice? What's more, if it is a huge matter, only a royal member could have the authority to deal with it.”

How could Mo Yanzhi not know about this? However, if Han Tingxuan went, he had a bad feeling about this.

Mo Yanzhi's face turned pale. Han Tingxuan's heart ached when he saw his face. He hugged Mo Yanzhi and said, "What are you worried about? My safety?”

Mo Yanzhi nodded with a pale face.

Han Tingxuan smiled and rubbed his hair. "I promise you that I will protect myself and will bring many guards. I will never stay away from the protection of the secret guards. Alright?"

Mo Yanzhi opened his mouth and finally agreed.