After my mind was read, I became the emperor's favorite

Just as they were about to walk out of the Purple Palace, the guards escorting Qi Mingze were stopped by Chu Dequan.

"Wait." A sharp voice came from across the air.

Everyone's steps couldn't help but pause. The leading guard commander Xuan Yi looked back and immediately smiled as he walked over.

"Eunuch Chu, what are His Majesty's instructions?"

"His Majesty has sent me to deliver something to Lord Qi. May I know how many of you there are?"

Chu Dequan glanced at a few people with a suggestive look.

"Please."

Xuan Yi immediately understood and gave a wink to all the guards.

Everyone turned their backs to Qi Mingze and formed a circle around him and Chu Dequan.

"Eunuch Chu." Qi Mingze looked at the visitor in confusion.

Didn't he and His Majesty already understand each other? What's the big deal?

“Your Majesty asked me to return the token to you, Lord Qi, please listen to my advice.

Your Majesty is a soft-hearted man, no matter what happens.

As long as you admit your mistake to His Majesty, this matter will be over."

Having said that, Chu Dequan said no more and ran over to scold Xuan Yi again.

Your Majesty gave in so easily, which clearly shows that he does not really dislike Lord Qi.

As for why this was so, it was beyond his ability to guess.

It’s better to give some advice in advance so that no one will be confused when the time comes.

If you upset His Majesty, everyone will be in trouble.

After Chu Dequan's actions, the guards became much more polite to Qi Mingze, and even walked in a slightly more accommodating manner to him.

After the group left the palace, An Yi saw Qi Mingze being detained by a group of guards and wanted to go up and ask.

But he was stopped by Qi Mingze with a gesture. He remembered what Qi Mingze had told him in the carriage.

He could only let the coachman go to inform Anlu, and he followed behind to prevent his son from getting into trouble.

Although the young master had said earlier that if you see him being escorted out, don't panic and just follow his arrangements.

But he is not with the young master, so there is no guarantee that something unexpected will happen.

His highest order was to protect the young master's safety, and he could wait for Anlu to meet up with him and do the rest.

The news that Qi Mingze had been thrown into prison after being escorted in such a blatant manner spread like wildfire.

Soon the entire circle of nobles was discussing the confiscation of property and punishment that had occurred over the past two days.

Not knowing the purpose of the emperor's action, each family was in a panic and felt insecure.

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It was a rare occasion that Marquis Wuwei did not stay in the mansion today, but went out for a social event.

Yesterday's surprise attack by Taishige on the Wu family was simply shocking.

They were unable to get any information from the Taishi Pavilion, and the Marquis of Wuwei was the father of Qi Mingze, the head of the Taishi Pavilion.

It became the best breakthrough point, so the previously unknown Wuwei Marquis Mansion received invitations like snowflakes today.

This made Marquis Wuwei, who had faded out of the center of power since the death of the old Marquis Wuwei, feel the long-lost feeling of being the center of attention.

But before he could finish his eloquent narration, the high-ranking officials and nobles attending the party received news from the servant.

Then he made an excuse to leave, and the wonderful banquet ended in a bad mood.

Marquis Wuwei was confused by their attitude, which was first respectful and then rude. It was an official who had received favors from the old Marquis Wuwei who suggested that he go back to see his son.

What happened to Rong'er? Startled, Marquis Wuwei threw his wine glass on the table and ordered the driver to rush back to the mansion immediately.

At this time, Qi Mingyao comforted his mother Liu and happily came to Hu Yajing.

She said that she was waiting for her cousin to find out the news, but the real reason was only known to him.

But before he could kiss the beauty, his personal servant Qi Kang ran in hurriedly.

"Sir, this is not good."

"Your young master is fine, is the sky falling? Is it worth it for you to be so unruly? Go to the steward and receive your punishment later."

Qi Mingyao, whose good fortune was ruined and who had lost face in front of the beauty, scolded him angrily.

Qi Kang seemed to be frightened and didn't dare to speak for a moment. It was only when Hu Yajing saw that the situation was not right that she helped to smooth things over in a soft voice, and the matter was finally let go.

"Husband, calm down. Qi Kang didn't mean it. Maybe something serious has really happened. Husband, please listen to his explanation first."

"If it weren't for Madam Hu's words, I would definitely not have spared you today. Why don't you thank Madam Hu quickly?"

Since Hu Yajing said so, Qi Mingyao must give her face.

In fact, he regretted it as soon as he said it. He had always maintained a gentle and indifferent personality in front of Qi Fu and Hu Yajing.

However, any man would lose his temper if his good time of kissing a beautiful woman was disturbed, and he was no exception. He couldn't help it and broke the spell.

Fortunately, Yajing was considerate and immediately helped him make up for it. He also took the opportunity to show his courtesy.

"Thank you, Master. Thank you, Madam Hu."

"Tell me, what happened."

"News has come out from the palace that the Third Young Master has offended the Emperor and has been thrown into prison. He will be convicted later.

I was worried that the Marquis' Mansion would be implicated by him, so I immediately ran to report to you."

"What?" Qi Mingyao stood up in shock, then looked at Hu Yajing with a little apology.

"My husband, please go ahead and do what you need. When my cousin brings me news, I will send someone to call you."

Seeing this, Hu Yajing immediately comforted him in a reasonable manner.

"Yajing is still considerate." After saying that, Qi Mingyao patted Hu Yajing's soft lips and quickly went to discuss the matter with his think tank.

Qi Kang, who was following behind him, turned around and nodded slightly to Hu Yajing, who gave him an understanding look in return.

Zeng Mu and Ji Wen'ao are the staff members that Qi Mingyao finally got.

A man who learned from a great scholar of the time, but because his family was convicted, his three generations were not allowed to enter the officialdom, so he has been poor and destitute, and his talent has not been recognized.

The other is the carefully educated legitimate son of a high-ranking official from another country, lacking in talent, strategy and tactics.

If he had not accidentally saved the man who was being hunted, he would not have surrendered to him, a bastard son of a marquis with no real power.

He stayed here both to repay the debt and to seek refuge.

He asked Qi Kang to repeat the news he had heard to the two of them, and then asked somewhat at a loss.

"Gentlemen, what do you think I should do?"

No matter how smart and clever he was, he could only play tricks on Marquis Wuwei and those young men of the same age.

How can one not be terrified when faced with the oppression of power and the wrath of the emperor?

Especially since he had just witnessed the ruthlessness of the Wuyi Guards yesterday, if the Wuwei Marquisate was implicated by Qi Mingze, he would have wanted to strangle him to death.

"Mingyao, don't panic. This may be a good thing for you.

You can use this incident to eliminate Yan and Qi Mingze in one fell swoop. If you handle it properly, your mother will also have the opportunity to be reinstated.

Now that Qi Mingze has been convicted and arrested, you can instigate Marquis Wuwei to take the opportunity to expel him from the Marquisate and sever the relationship directly.

Then everything he does will not implicate you.

His mother, Yan, would certainly not agree, and would even try to use the power of the Marquis' Mansion to plead for him.

The Marquis can also divorce her on the grounds that she is not a good parent and is not good at managing the household.

The legitimate son was eliminated and the position of the main wife was left vacant. Isn't this exactly what happened to your mother?

This is a great opportunity to kill two birds with one stone.”

Ji Wen'ao looked calm and in control of the situation. He analyzed everything for him thoroughly and clearly, which made Qi Mingyao's heart burn with excitement.

"Sir, Master Ji is right, but I'm afraid it's not convenient for you to get involved in this matter."

Zeng Mu thought for a long time before making a cautious suggestion. After years of being tormented by life, he was no longer the high-spirited young man he used to be.

But years of hardship and difficulty have also made him more stable and smooth.

"..."

The three of them discussed for a long time and finally finalized all the plans. Finally, Qi Mingyao stood up and bowed deeply to the two of them.

“You two gentlemen are so talented, and this is indeed a great opportunity for me and my son.

If this goes well, I will definitely host a banquet to thank you two gentlemen someday."

Qi Mingyao went to find Qi Mingrong excitedly and encouraged him to stir up trouble with Marquis Wuwei, while he and his mother waited to reap the benefits.

"Are you also the young master's man?" Zeng Mu couldn't help asking when they were the only two left in the room.

"I don't know what you are talking about." Ji Wen'ao would never answer such a stupid question.

What kind of fool would discuss such private matters on someone else's territory?

Besides, how could he tell outsiders about the deal between him and Qi Mingze?

(Sorry, everyone. I'm out of town for a meeting today, so the update won't be timely. The second update will be available around 11 o'clock.)