OBS Chapter 177 The Emperor Wants to Execute Zhou Qing
Chapter 177 The Emperor Wants to Execute Zhou Qing
Chu Zhao excitedly pulled Gu Xi and pointed at a set of phoenix coronet and bridal robe and said:
"Axi, put it on and try it on."
Gu Xi also thought that this wedding dress was beautiful, so she took it to the fitting room and turned back into her daughter's body.
When she came out again, she was wearing a bright red wedding gown, a phoenix crown on her head, and a pearl curtain covering her face, but it couldn't hide her unparalleled beauty.
Chu Zhao also changed into men's wedding suit and waited in front of the dressing mirror outside the fitting room.
When he saw Gu Xi coming out, he raised his eyes and was stunned.
He looked at the beautiful woman walking towards him step by step, and his heart beat faster and his ears turned red.
He knew that Axi was very beautiful, and she looked even more beautiful than a fairy in her wedding dress.
No, she is her own little fairy.
"Axi, you are so beautiful." Chu Zhao's voice was a little hoarse.
A blush appeared on Gu Xi's face. She lowered her head slightly, revealing her pink and rosy neck.
Even though she is a modern person, as long as she is a girl, she will be shy the moment she puts on her wedding dress.
Chu Zhao couldn't control the love surging in his heart, so he bent down and kissed her.
Many years later, even when he is very old, Chu Zhao still feels excited whenever he thinks of Gu Xi's appearance today.
Because this time was the only time Gu Xi wore a wedding dress.
Three days ago, at Prince Zhao’s Mansion in the capital.
The former Fifth Prince, now the Prince of Zhao, said to the ministers who had quietly come to the palace to discuss matters with a gloomy face:
"Don't think that just because he left the capital and the emperor is far away, I can forget the hatred of being fooled by him! That is half of my wealth!"
Emperor Jichang has already conferred titles of king on his princes. The second prince is the King of Wei, the fifth prince is the King of Zhao, and the sixth prince is the King of Lu.
Even the paralyzed Fourth Prince was named King of Wu.
The size and distance of the fiefs were almost the same, making it impossible to infer the emperor's intentions.
After a few days, even a fool could guess that they were tricked by the imperial teacher.
At the beginning, Han Huo, the Minister of Rites who was most enthusiastic about skipping Subject 3 in the hall, said angrily:
"My old waist was almost broken, and I had to lie in bed for three days before I could get out of bed. Not only Your Majesty, I can't swallow this, I can't swallow it either!"
Imperial Censor Zhou Lang said:
"Your Highness, Qi Dasheng is far away from the capital now. It may not be easy for us to ask for an explanation. When he comes back, Your Highness will have already been enfeoffed. I do have an idea. If it is done properly, Your Highness can vent his anger and he won't have to leave the capital for the time being."
"What idea? Tell me quickly!" the fifth prince asked anxiously.
The others also looked at Zhou Lang.
Zhou Lang said:
"Qi Dasheng went to distribute grain seeds and food to farmers in half of Anning Country for free. It was a waste of money and effort. Have you ever thought about what he was trying to achieve?"
Everyone looked at each other, and Han asked:
"Isn't it the will of the gods? Without the help of the gods, I'm afraid no one can get the grain seeds for the twelve states."
Zhou Lang continued:
"Let's not talk about where he got the grain seeds from, and don't care whether he really loves the people like his own children. We just need to let His Majesty know that his purpose is not pure, and this move is to win people's hearts."
The ministers thought about it and understood the connection, and gave thumbs up:
"What a great idea! Even if he works hard for the people, as long as Your Majesty thinks he is trying to win the gratitude and support of the people and establish his own prestige in the court, how can Your Majesty allow him to continue to jump around? The Gu family half a year ago is a lesson for us."
"Yes, we can give him a taste of his own medicine. He was able to use the distribution of grain seeds to get away, and we can also use this to make His Majesty afraid of him. Even though he did a great deed, he won't get any credit at all. I'm afraid he will end up losing more than he gains!"
King Zhao's eyes lit up and he asked:
"How to do it exactly?"
Zhou Lang smiled slightly and said:
"I heard a nursery rhyme among the people. We just need to promote it. Your Majesty, please take a look."
As he said this, he took out a piece of paper from his sleeve. King Zhao opened it and saw the following words written on it:
A living god descended from the sky, shining like the sun on the people, bringing rain and grain, and the world was at peace.
"What a wonderful rhyme! Historically, only the emperor dared to claim that he carries the glory of the sun and the moon. Your intention of rebellion is obvious! Spread this nursery rhyme in the capital quickly and make sure it reaches my father's ears." King Zhao laughed.
The nursery rhyme was originally fabricated by Zhou Lang, but once it spread, who could know the truth of the matter?
"What the prince ordered is to make sure that the news reaches His Majesty's ears and not to spread it too much to outsiders, otherwise it will make Qi Dasheng famous."
However, public opinion is a double-edged sword. Can it be controlled just because someone wants to?
Gu Xi had no intention of rebellion, but the court was too treacherous.
It is too difficult to purge the government, so let's just wipe them out at once!
Of course, this is a follow-up.
Imperial Palace, Imperial Study Room.
Emperor Jichang looked at the secret report from the northwest with a frown on his face and a gloomy expression.
Qi Dasheng actually deliberately concealed his identity.
Moreover, Zhou Qing had reported before that Gu Yunqing's wife and children had died at the hands of bandits, but now they were living well in the northwest and had a good relationship with the Chu family. Chu Zhao was even engaged to Gu Yunqing's eldest daughter, Gu Xi.
The spies found out that Qi Dasheng was the nephew of Gu Yunqing's wife, Qi. He had lived in Xiyuan before joining the army and had a very close relationship with Qi.
No wonder he used threats and inducements on himself, the emperor, in order to vindicate the Gu family.
What a great victory Qi has!
What a great Zhou Qing!
What a great Chu family!
They actually teamed up to deceive the king!
But now he has issued an imperial decree, the Gu family is no longer guilty, and he has no legitimate reason to use this to convict Qi Dasheng and the Chu family.
Only Zhou Qing, this old bastard, lied about the death of the women and children of the Gu family. He really deserves to die!
Emperor Jichang, who couldn't find a way to vent his anger, roared:
"Come here! Zhou Qing has committed the crime of deceiving the emperor. I will take him to jail and execute him on a certain day!"
After calming down his anger for a while, Emperor Jichang said to the secret guards behind him:
"Send a message to the northwest that the Gu family has been rehabilitated. The Gu family is allowed to give Gu Zhengde and Gu Yunqing a grand funeral, and to allow the eldest daughter-in-law Qi to bring her children to the palace to express gratitude!"
Since Qi Dasheng cares so much about this aunt, he will hold these women and children hostage in his hands.
When the Imperial Guards sealed off Zhou's residence, Zhou Qing remained calm.
When he risked his life to rescue Gu Yunqing and secretly helped the women and children of the Gu family, he had anticipated the disaster that would happen today.
He said goodbye to his lady calmly and followed the guards.
Mrs. Zhou saw him to the door without shedding a single tear, her eyes only filled with reluctance.
Her husband is a man of great integrity, and they have been together for decades, which is enough.
At the same time, Gu Yunqing, who lived in a manor in the southern suburbs, was unaware of the changes in the capital. He had been working hard to eat and exercise in the past few days, and his health had improved a lot. Although he was still a little thin, he had the foundation of a military commander, and with time, he would be able to recover as before.
He went up the mountain to pay homage to his father, and did not leave a letter for Zhou Qing. He just told the servants that he was gone and asked Zhou Laomo not to worry about him.
The servant brought the horse from the farm to Gu Yunqing, along with some travel expenses, all of which were given by the master.
Gu Yunqing rode his horse straight to the northwest.