A Clash of Gods - Chapter 1395

[Chapter 1384 Bloodline Suspicion]

Dawn is approaching, and swords are drawn in and out of the imperial city.

Yuan Lao Shangshu never returned to the army formation, but stood under the imperial city, with the breeze blowing, the old man’s old body swayed slightly, after all, he was old, even if he stood for only an hour, it would be very good. Difficult, Yuan Moxian stood beside his father and looked at his stubborn father. In addition to his concern, there was a hint of surprise in his heart.

Lao Shangshu has been an official for many years, but in this intricate courtroom, he has always stood firm. Although it is because of his high morality and high reputation, his disciples are all over the world, but the most important thing is that Laoshangshu has never been involved in the disputes of the court.

The old Shangshu has been in the Ministry of Rites for many years, and everything he does is implemented in accordance with the laws of the state, so that no one can find any faults. He is an official and just. Even the original four hereditary candidates are courteous to this old Shangshu. point.

When the Sima Clan and the King of Huainan were fighting to the death, the old Shang Shu stayed in his vegetable garden and did not hear anything outside the window. It seemed that the disputes in the court had nothing to do with him.

Yuan Moxian worked under his father for many years, and he also learned the means of pretending to be deaf and dumb. He will never be involved in anything that has nothing to do with him.

But what Yuan Lao Shangshu did this time was completely different from his previous official affairs.

The old Shangshu is very old, and it will not be long before he can retire and return to his hometown. At this juncture, no matter what happens in the capital, the best choice is to stay at home. When the old Shangshu learned that the soldiers and horses had entered the city, he put on official robes and rushed under the imperial city overnight.

What surprised Yuan Moxian even more was that there were many civil and military officials, and no one took the initiative to step forward, but it was his father who took the initiative to come to the foot of the imperial city to persuade Qi Ning to leave the city.

Yuan Moxian really didn’t know why the old father took the initiative to get involved in this matter. Seeing the old man in the wind with his eyes closed and the white beard fluttering under his jaw, he didn’t dare to say anything more.

Hearing footsteps coming from behind, Yuan Moxian turned his head and saw Xiao Shaozong actually walking over with a chair in his hand, hurriedly bowing his hands in salute, Xiao Shaozong smiled slightly, put the chair next to Yuan Lao Shangshu, and said softly, “The old man is already old. Gao, don’t stand still for a long time, sit down and wait!”

The old Shang Shu opened his eyes and glanced at Xiao Shaozong, but did not refuse and sat down.

Xiao Shaozong waved his hand, and the surrounding shield soldiers moved quickly, forming a protective layer like a copper wall and an iron wall around them.

Xiao Shaozong pondered for a while, and finally said: “The army is under the city, it is not what Xiao Wang wants, but it has to be done.”

“Your Highness wants to put Qi Ning to death, is it really just because he killed the king and rebelled?” The old Shangshu asked Xiao Shaozong in the eyes.

Xiao Shaozong did not immediately nod, but hesitated for a moment before saying: “Old Shangshu is very wise, and Xiao Wang admires it. Qi Ning is rebellious, and for the sake of my great Chu Jiangshan society, it’s natural to be damned, but… Xiao Wang is right. He has the intention to kill, but it’s not just this time, Xiao Wang thought about killing this person a long time ago.”

Yuan Moxian on the side was startled and his lips moved slightly, but of course he knew that it was not his turn to say another word at this time.

“Your Highness, the old minister didn’t understand.” The old Shangshu seemed very calm: “Could it be that Qi Ning has been rebellious long ago?”

Xiao Shaozong shook his head and said: “Whether there was a rebellion in the past, Xiao Wang doesn’t know, but from the day he was born, he was destined not to live in the world, or…!” After pondering, he said, “Or maybe he shouldn’t have been born in Jinyi Qi’s family!”

Only then did the old Shangshu show a hint of surprise.

Xiao Shaozong looked up to the east and said calmly: “This person’s rebellious heart is born and destined. If he does not rebel today, he will also rebel in the Ming Dynasty.”

The old master naturally heard Xiao Shaozong’s words, and after thinking for a while, he said: “Master Lu asked a question before, why is Qi Ning’s rebellion against the monarch?” , he has made great military exploits for the Great Chu, the old minister really can’t understand, what is his motive for rebelling?” Staring into Xiao Shaozong’s eyes,

He slowly said: “In my heart, although he is from the Jinyi Qi family, he has no strength to rebel at all. The Qinhuai Army is not under his control. Han, those soldiers and horses will naturally follow him, but if he wants to rebel, the soldiers and horses stationed in the northwest will never be used for him.”

Xiao Shaozong smiled lightly and said, “Does the boss think that he has no strength to rebel?”

“At least the old minister really can’t see what his strength is in rebellion?” The old Shangshu sighed softly: “If you just say that he doesn’t have the strength to rebel, it’s not enough to prove that he has no intention of rebelling. The most important thing is that sentence, he Why do you want to rebel?” He looked up at the imperial city: “Now he is trapped in the imperial city, surrounded on all sides, and it is impossible to escape. Qi Ning is not stupid. As a result, the old minister did not see what benefit he got, but completely ruined himself and the Jinyi Qi family.”

“Xiao Wang said that from the moment he was born, he was destined to have a rebellion.” Xiao Shaozong sighed.

The old Shangshu said: “The Jinyi Qi family is a family of meritorious achievements in the founding of the country. The two generations of princes are the pillars of the empire. The Jinyi Qi family is also one of the most honored families in my great Chu, so the old minister does not understand what the prince said. What do you mean?” His eyes showed a suspicious look: “Your Highness said that he was born with a rebellion. Forgive the old minister, this will not only fail to convince the people of Chu, but it will even make everyone feel ridiculous.”

“Because Qi Ning is not a member of the Jinyi Qi family!” Xiao Shaozong said calmly.

The old Shangshu was shocked, his face changed drastically, and even Yuan Moxian, who hung his head silently on the side, also raised his head, showing a look of horror.

After a long time, the old Shangshu said: “My lord, the old minister didn’t hear clearly, what did you say?”

“Qi Ning is not a member of the Qi family in Jinyi.” Xiao Shaozong repeated: “This person is not the blood of the Qi family, so naturally the loyalty of the Qi family cannot be extended to this person.”

Although the old Shangshu was shocked, he was still able to control his emotions, shook his head and said: “My lord, although Qi Ning rebelled, there are some things he can’t say. Although Qi Ning rebelled, the old marquis in Jinyi and Mrs. General Qi are all loyal ministers of the empire, and they have made illustrious military exploits for our Great Chu.

Xiao Shaozong claimed that Qi Ning was not the bloodline of the Jinyi Qi family, which was of course an earth-shattering incident.

From ancient times to the present, from the imperial family to the emperor, to the small to the merchants and pawns, the inheritance of the descendants is very important. The imperial family, such as the Jinyi Qi family, is naturally more concerned about the succession of the family blood. Qi Ning inherited it. With the title of Jinyihou, in the eyes of the world, it is naturally the blood of the extremely pure Qi family.

If someone says that Qi Ning is not of Qi family blood, then of course it is a great insult to Jinyi Qi family.

The old Shangshu was in charge of the Ministry of Rites, and naturally he was very concerned about human relations. Xiao Shaozong said that Qi Ning was not from the Qi family. While the old Shangshu was shocked, he was also slightly annoyed. If Xiao Shaozong was just open-mouthed and used to attack Qi Ning, then the old Shangshu would be Shang Shu really despised such words and deeds.

“Of course Xiao Wang knows that this is not a trivial matter.” Xiao Shaozong said slowly: “So so far, Xiao Wang has never disclosed this to anyone. It’s just that the old Shangshu wanted to know the motives of Qi Ning’s rebellion, and Xiao Wang had to tell the truth. ”

After a while of silence, the old Shangshu said: “Since the lord said so, of course there is evidence in hand?”

“At least one witness can attest to the fact that there is no falsehood in this matter.”

The old Shangshu shook his head and said, “So, the lord also listened to what others said? Could it be that the witness that the lord said wouldn’t be false?”

“No!” Xiao Shaozong’s tone was very positive: “In Xiao Wang’s opinion, if there is only one person in the world who can tell the truth, it can only be him, and if he knows who he is, the old Shangshu will definitely not doubt what Xiao Wang said. .”

“Who is the witness mentioned by the lord?” The old Shang Shu looked directly into Xiao Shaozong’s eyes.

Xiao Shaozong, however, shook his head and said, “It’s not that Xiao Wang is cheating. Today, I told the old Shangshu the truth. There is nothing I can do. Before I get the consent of the witness, Xiao Wang can’t reveal his identity.” After a pause, UU read the book www. sonicmtl.com said: “Xiao Wang only hopes that the old Shangshu can believe what Xiao Wang said. It is not a last resort. In order to protect the reputation of the Jinyi Qi family, Xiao Wang does not want to reveal this to anyone.” Seeing the old Shangshu narrowed his eyes, Xiao Shaozong said in a low voice, “As long as this time is successful in pacifying the chaos, killing Qi Ning and stabilizing the capital, Xiao Wang will definitely ask the witness to tell the truth to the old master himself. I wonder what the old master will say?”

The old minister pondered for a while before saying: “What the lord said, the old minister is really unacceptable, and it is really unimaginable…!”

“Old Shangshu has been an official for many years, even if he stays at home, the old Shangshu will hear everything that happens in the capital.” Xiao Shaozong said softly: “The incident that happened in the Jinyi Qi family back then, others may not know much. But the old minister should know not too little.”

“What does your lord mean?”

“General Qi’s wife Liu Jia was pregnant with Liu Jia, and everyone in the market knew that Liu’s arrival was imminent.” Xiao Shaozong said slowly: “When Liu was pregnant, the servants in the house were still talking about the Qi family’s imminent arrival. But as far as I know, when Liu Shi was about to give birth, the Qi family suddenly kept silent, and no one mentioned it again, and General Qi returned suddenly at that time, and soon there were rumors that , Mr. Liu saved the child because of the dystocia, but… Mrs. Liu died because of this.” Staring at the old Shangshu, he asked softly, “The old Shangshu should know better than Xiao Wang about this, right?”

The old Shang Shu narrowed his eyes slightly, as if recalling the past. After a while, he nodded slightly and said, “This is indeed the case.”

“What happened after that?” Xiao Shaozong had a slight smile on his lips: “Sister Liu is also the wife of the general and the daughter-in-law of Jinyi Qi. If he dies, he should be buried deeply, but as far as Xiao Wang knows, the Jinyi Qi family seems to be I have never held a funeral for the Liu family, Lao Shangshu, I don’t know if what Xiao Wang said is right?”