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Chapter 71: Obeying the Law in the Machiavellian Literature (31)

Ten days after Xiao Jiangran claimed to be ill, an imperial edict was issued to the Xiao Mansion, with boxes of rewards being carried in, and the emperor even personally bestowed a house on him.

This mansion is very important. Several princes have fought for it, but the emperor has refused to give in.

Some people were puzzled: "How could such a favor be granted? Could it be that Scholar Xiao saved Your Majesty's life again when you and I were unaware of it?"

As someone who knew the situation, Prince You overturned the tea table, sending the porcelain cups shattering to the ground.

A few pieces even splashed up and cut his skin, leaving bloodstains that looked even more hideous.

"Okay, Father, are you really that impatient?"

It's only been a few days...

It was his fault for underestimating Xiao Jiangran. Even after being carried into Zhenhe Palace in that state, he was still able to run away.

Xie Yunshu is such a waste!

Having missed the opportunity that night, it would be even more difficult to take action against Xiao Jiangran now.

Yuou calmed his breathing and pressed his fingertips against his temples.

"Your Highness, His Royal Highness Prince An and His Royal Highness Prince Ping are outside the door requesting an audience."

Oh, now that Xiao Jiangran's identity is exposed, he is panicking. He didn't believe it a long time ago. What have he been doing?

Prince You paused and said, "Take them to Dingfeng Pavilion and wait. I will be there soon."

……

Xiao Jiangran was also surprised when he saw the boxes of things being carried in.

The wooden boxes almost filled up his yard, and the ones that couldn't be put away were piled up on top of each other, which looked quite spectacular.

Xiao Jiangran once wondered whether all the things in the harem warehouse were moved to him.

"Could it be that they're using me as a target to completely eliminate me?"

Thinking of this, Xiao Jiangran himself was amused. What merit or ability did he have to be plotted against by the emperor?

So, what is the reason?

Xiao Jiangran looked at the wooden box, and asked this group of people to carry the rewards to the newly delivered mansion, which was just enough time to drive everyone over.

Shen Jin stood beside him and asked, with some speculation in his mind: "Did you find the jade buckle you lost that day?"

"No."

Xiao Jiangran couldn't enter the palace, so he asked people to look for him outside the imperial study several times, but couldn't find him.

Maybe it was picked up by some greedy palace servant.

Shen Jin tapped the wooden box with his fingertips: "I can feel it, it's not flattery."

"Perhaps, this matter is related to the jade button."

Her advice is to just ask.

The kindness in the gift was quite obvious, and even carried a strong sense of indebtedness and love.

As an emperor, it is rare for him to show such emotions.

So she said to Xiao Jiangran: "I can tell you clearly that these things are the emperor's apology."

As for how to seize the opportunity, it depends on Xiao Jiangran himself.

……

He entered the palace early in the morning and did not return home until the evening, rather erratically. His physical condition was good, but his mental state was worrying.

His usually bright eyes were now confused, as if a thick fog had condensed in them. It was obvious that he had received some unbelievable news.

"Shen Jin."

He held Shen Jin's sleeve with a complicated look in his eyes, and the rough touch of her linen skirt made him feel real: "He said he is my real father."

"hiss."

Even though Shen Jin knew that the plot changes would have an impact on Xiao Jiangran, he never expected that even his life experience would change.

The original plot was about a grassroots person who counterattacked and became the Prime Minister. What is it like now? Is it about a prince who is living away from home and fighting for the throne?

"I suspect that Prince Yuu knew my background even earlier. That's why he planned the Mid-Autumn Festival."

Xiao Jiangran pulled the other person to sit down in the open space and began to review the situation. "According to my investigation, that was the palace where Concubine Zhen lived before her death. If His Majesty finds out that a mere outsider like me not only broke into the harem, but also committed indecent acts in his bedroom, I will surely die."

He had already sorted out all the key points, his face solemn. He thought to himself: If it weren't for Shen Jin, I'm afraid he would have died countless times.

Shen Jin also thought of Xiao Jiangran's dilemma in the original plot. Although it was difficult to solve, he still held a glimmer of hope.

Instead of the situation now, the enemy wants to grind him to ashes, and more importantly, he does not have enough chips to save his life.

Considering the reasons, it is possible that she is the one who destroyed the balance.

In the future, it is better to use less energy.

Shen Jin took out some hot water, watched him drink it, and asked, "What are you thinking now? Do you want to fight for the throne?"

Xiao Jiangran shook the teacup lightly, staring at the ripples, and his heart was also filled with waves.

For a long moment, he lowered his eyelashes, the shadows completely obscuring his thoughts. He could only hear a hoarse voice: "As long as I remain in the officialdom, they will always be wary of me."

"Even if I had no intention of participating, they would have considered me a rival and eliminated me as soon as possible. I understand better than anyone the principle of possessing a treasure."

He said with a mocking smile: "I think they should get together now to discuss how to kill me, the variable, so that I can be eliminated first."

The three of them knew each other well, each holding leverage that barely allowed them to balance the two. Only Xiao Jiangran's background was unclear, and the power behind him was still unclear. Just based on the abilities he revealed, he was no ordinary person.

Add to that the emperor's ostentatious but troublesome yet existent grace.

Is a strong competitor.

Xiao Jiangran's eyes were blazing, with the courage to look down on the world: "So, why not?"

“If I could get to that position, I could do more of what I want to do.”

After he finished speaking, he looked at Shen Jin and said, "Will you advise me to take a step back and not do anything stupid?"

After all, he has no party support, and even the so-called favor will only bring him fatal disaster.

But didn’t he come here in the past?

Together with Shen Jin.

Nothing terrible.

Now that he is fully grown, he won't be left in a miserable state with half his life left to be rescued by Shen Jin.

Now, she just needs to be there and do nothing, just watch.

He needed her to look at him, his heart in tautness, eager to know the answer.

Shen Jin shook his head: "No. I believe you are more suitable for that position than anyone else."

"I also believe that your choice is always the best."

"But the road ahead is long and difficult, so we must be extremely careful."

Shen Jin closed his eyes slightly: "May you ride the wind and waves and turn danger into safety."

"I definitely will." Xiao Jiangran got the answer he wanted, raised his head, raised his eyebrows and smiled brightly.

……

Even though Xiao Jiangran's identity has changed, the plot at important points remains unchanged.

Just as Xiao Jiangran predicted, the Qiang enemy attacked, armed with new equipment and unstoppable force. After only three battles, the western front was defeated and retreated 300 miles to Yushan Pass.

The whole court was shocked.

Every day when the officials attended court, they were terrified and kept silent, for fear that they would become the emperor's venting anger.

Xiao Jiangran stood next to the cabinet official, observing his surroundings without saying a word.

"Master Xiao is quite knowledgeable about the Qiang Army. I wonder if you have anything to say now?"

An official pointed the finger at Xiao Jiangran.

This was a difficult question to answer. He could neither accuse the emperor of incompetence nor give orders to the legions without the emperor's knowledge.

The emperor sat on the dragon throne, leaning back and asking, "What do you think, Xiao Aiqing?"

"Your Majesty, I believe the two northwestern garrisons are united in purpose. The Song army will surely come to our aid, and we still have a chance to strike back."

……

"well!"

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