On the wedding day, my wife was abnormal

Liu Hanyang and his family embarked on a long journey to the Zoroastrian branch temple, carrying four carriages full of valuables. The journey was long and would take several days, so let's focus on Lin Zhen for now.

Lin Zhen returned to the palace, still furious. The maids and servants who were usually poorly disciplined kept their distance when they saw him like this, and no one dared to approach him.

Lin Zhen returned to the study alone and sat on the armchair. The dim candlelight flickered and illuminated his furrowed brow, and he was filled with thoughts.

A few days ago, Lin Zhenxian had spoken forcefully at the morning court, recounting Liu Hanyang's numerous abominations, hoping to use this opportunity to completely humiliate him. However, Murong Yan had forcibly saved him, forcing him to reflect on his mistakes behind closed doors, a ban that hadn't been lifted to this day.

This incident left the position of Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Revenue temporarily vacant, and Qu Chengquan, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue who had always remained neutral, took over as acting minister.

This is exactly where Murong Yan is so smart.

If he followed Lin Zhenxian's advice and dismissed or exiled Liu Hanyang, she wouldn't be able to promote her own people. After all, both Gu Beichen and Lin Zhen were eyeing this lucrative position and wanted to take it into their pockets.

However, this result was acceptable to Lin Zhen because he and Murong Yan had the same idea.

But Gu Yunting must have been furious. I heard that he even beat the two servants to death with a stick when he returned.

Lin Zhen held the brush in hand, lightly dipped it in ink, and slowly sketched on the rice paper. His words seemed to contain a thousand words, but ultimately they were reduced to a series of winding lines, just like his current state of mind, complex and entangled.

Liu Hanyang is doomed to die.

This is not just revenge, but also a way to redress his reputation as a bootlicker for many years.

Don’t talk about whether he is a coward or not. If it was Lin Zhen who held the military power, he could have just ignored Lin Zhenxian’s opposition and killed crazily.

But it’s not nothing.

So this matter must be considered carefully.

We must get rid of him without leaving any evidence behind...

Judging from the current situation, it is really not easy.

Alas, in the final analysis, it was Lin Zhenxian who held himself back.

"Dong dong dong."

The steady and powerful knock on the door was particularly clear in this quiet study.

Lin Zhen put down the brush with an elegant and calm movement.

"Come."

As the words fell, Cao Xiong pushed the door open and walked in with steady steps. As soon as he entered, he saluted Lin Zhen with a fist and said, "Sir, I have new news. Lian Qiang has passed away!"

"Dead?" Lin Zhen raised his eyebrows slightly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he quickly regained his composure.

"How did you die?"

"I heard that Beyond committed suicide by biting his tongue, but I don't think so. If he really had these two skills, he would have bitten his tongue a long time ago. Why would he wait until today?" There was a bit of disdain and doubt in Cao Xiong's tone.

Hearing this, Lin Zhen's lips curled up into a faint smile, his eyes revealing a bit of admiration and satisfaction for this strong man from Northeast China: "Not bad, you have grown a lot."

In fact, even if the so-called suicide by biting the tongue really happened, there was no need for Lian Qiang to endure torture for so many days and only make up his mind today. This is illogical.

Cao Xiong smiled naively, "Thank you for the compliment, Your Highness. But that's what the Dali Temple said. I suspect there's something fishy going on. What do you think...should we send someone to investigate?"

Lin Zhen looked lazy, leaning back in his chair and relaxing, showing no regret for Lian Qiang's death.

"Lian Qiang must have been silenced. The Dali Temple was worried that His Majesty would blame him, so they came up with this excuse. Where are his family members?"

"The men are still being held at the Dali Temple and will likely be sent into exile. The women have already been taken to the Jiaofangsi by Tan Wu."

"Heh." Lin Zhen sneered disdainfully, his voice low and quiet. "It seems those officials have a new source of fun. Well, they're all from the same nest, so why not? Any news on Solliwen?"

Cao Xiong heard this and shook his head: "No."

"That's strange. How could they have only killed Lian Qiang when both were tortured at the same time? Could it be that Suo Liwen is hiding some secret they're trying to uncover? If that's the case... they should have broken out of prison at all costs."

Lin Zhen's mind was in turmoil, but he still couldn't unravel the mystery.

Since he traveled into this book, everything seemed to have changed quietly. The wheel of fate rolled forward and could never return to its original trajectory.

However, Lin Zhen still planned to remain unchanged in the face of all changes, sit back and wait and see how the situation develops.

It is not wise to act rashly without being sure of the circumstances.

Cao Xiong, with a sly smile on his face and a sly glint in his eyes, lowered his voice and asked with a hint of vulgarity, "Sir, are there three beautiful young ladies in Lian Qiang's family who are waiting to be married? Why don't you go to the Jiaofangsi first to taste the saltiness?"

"Your sister's saltiness is enough! I can't even handle the whole bunch of women at home." Lin Zhen rolled his eyes. "Go and find out who that kid Tan Wu has been dealing with recently. His Majesty is serious this time. The defense is so tight that not even a fly can get in. Also, don't forget to keep a close eye on Suo Liwen. Report any signs of trouble to me immediately."

"Yes, I'll do it right away." After Cao Xiong left, Lin Zhen fell into deep thought again.

There are two problems now.

First of all, who killed Lian Qiang?

Lin Zhen believed it must be Gu Beichen, because in his eyes, only the dead could not speak, after all, the Lian family knew too many secrets about the Gu family. In order to preserve their image in Murong Yan's heart and their status and official positions in the court, the Gu family did this completely logically.

But Song Zhenglin said yesterday that Gu Yunting had sent someone to the Dali Temple, but was rejected by Tan Wu.

If it wasn't the Gu family who did it, then who could it be?

Furthermore, why didn't Suoliwen die? Could it be that the killer deliberately didn't kill him in order to make him vomit something?

Very likely. But how could Solliven confess so easily when he hadn't confessed even after days of torture?

Lin Zhen wondered whether he should find some time to visit Soliwen in prison, perhaps he could find something new.

However, Tan Wu is now a tough nut to crack. He must get Murong Yan's personal approval before he can enter. Otherwise, he can only lead troops to surround the Dali Temple and force his way in.

Obviously, the latter is not a good solution.

Well, I'll go see Murong Yan tomorrow reluctantly.

A beautiful woman is like jade, gentle and graceful. Looking at her a few more times can nourish your heart and bring joy to your body and mind.

"Dong dong dong."

The knock on the door sounded again, and before Lin Zhen could respond, the door was gently pushed open.

Huanbi lightly carried a shiny oil lamp, and walked silently into the room with graceful steps, like a breeze blowing through branches.

There was a smile on her lips, and her smile was warm and bright, just like the gentle sunshine in spring, filling every inch of space.

She carefully placed the oil lamp on a corner of the table. The flickering light made her face look even softer. She called out softly, "Prince."

After saying this, she smiled sweetly and said, "Would you like to have dinner, my Lord?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhen slowly turned his head, and his gaze happened to meet Huanbi's bright big eyes, which seemed to contain thousands of words. There was no need for further words, as the two of them understood each other, and their tacit understanding was like that of an old couple who had been together for many years.

The little girl who said she couldn't bring herself to do it was now eaten up by me.

From this we can see that the ancients had a strong ability to assimilate. At least Lin Zhen was changed very thoroughly.

A warm feeling welled up in Lin Zhen's heart. He shook his head gently and said, "No hurry, let's wait a little longer."

"Yes." Huanbi bowed slightly, her posture dignified and gentle, her eyes flashing with deep attachment and admiration for Lin Zhen.

At this moment, the room was quiet and warm, as if even time had stopped for this deep affection.

Suddenly, Lin Zhen picked up Huanbi and put her on his lap.

This sudden action startled the little girl: "Ah! Prince!"

Lin Zhen smiled and gently comforted her, "Don't be afraid, let your husband smell good~"

After he finished speaking, a hint of beauty instantly filled the air.

"Oh, this is the study!" Huanbi said this, but her hands only symbolically rejected it. Then her eyes slowly closed, as if she was looking forward to the tenderness that was about to come. However, at this sacred and delicate moment, the door of the study was suddenly pushed open.

"boom!"

It’s Cao Xiong again!

He stood at the door with a look of astonishment: "Prince! Something happened!"

"Aiya!" This cry of surprise instantly dyed Huanbi's already shy face a deeper blush, like a ripe apple. She hurriedly sat up from Lin Zhen's lap, covering her face with her hands, and shyly fled to the inner room, leaving behind a series of hurried footsteps.

Lin Zhen was also startled and let go instantly, feeling extremely guilty.

If you think about it carefully, why should I feel guilty about being intimate with my concubine?

Just as Lin Zhen was about to question Cao Xiong with his eyes wide open, he saw this guy covering his eyes and turning sideways and saying, "My lord, I'm sorry! I didn't know you were being naughty with Miss Huanbi... No, you were being intimate! Intimate!"

"You bastard! You even knocked when you came in just now, why aren't you knocking now?"

"Sir, I have something urgent to report!"

"Speak! If you can't explain it, I'll break your legs!" Upon hearing this, Cao Xiong hurried forward, his eyes wide open and his expression nervous.

"Sir, I just received a secret letter. Liu Hanyang and his family have disappeared without a trace!"

When Lin Zhen heard this, his pupils shrank suddenly: "What? He ran away?"

"Of course he is! And he's very cunning. The masters of the Liu Mansion all left one by one in disguise and never came back. That's why the soldiers in charge of guarding him only discovered him now. Prince, what should we do? Should we chase him?"

If Liu Hanyang wanted to escape, he must have planned it in advance and secretly prepared a carriage.

However, every carriage from Zhizhen Horse and Carriage Company must have Qingwen's stamped document before it can leave the city, otherwise the city gate order will not let it go.

Looking at the time, Qingwen should be back soon.

Speaking of Cao Cao, Cao Cao will arrive.

Qingwen's right index finger delicately hooked the copper key of the carriage and horse business, turning it gently with her steps. She slowly walked into the study, a smile on her lips, and said mischievously: "Sir, I have earned a lot of money for you again today~"

Lin Zhen didn't respond to her witty remark. He stood up from his chair in a flash, his voice as cold as a gust of wind blowing through the hall: "Qingwen, has any carriage left the city without permission today?"

Qingwen looked bewildered, staring at Lin Zhen's murderous scowl. Even though she was filled with a thousand rages, she dared not lose her temper and could only answer obediently, "Out of town? No, there were only seventy-six rickshaw drivers working today, and they all returned in the evening."

Cao Xiong gritted his teeth upon hearing this and said bitterly, "That must be the carriage Liu Hanyang prepared himself! Your Highness, I will lead three hundred light cavalrymen to follow the ruts and chase them. We will definitely catch up!"

Lin Zhen also nodded, his expression solemn: "Well, there is no time to lose. But you must remember, do not hurt Liu Hanyang, bring him back intact! I must chop off his head myself!"

"Don't worry, Prince!" After saying this, Cao Xiong walked out angrily.