The Return of the King: A Generation of Prodigies

"I wonder what the Queen wants me to do?"

Although Su Yang was extremely panicked at the moment, he was still trying hard to restrain himself and make himself look calm.

However, his son Su Wenhao is much calmer and more steady than his father.

"I want you and your son to return to the Su family and instigate Su Chang to join forces with Li Zhaohui in a rebellion and force the emperor to abdicate on August 15th, the Mid-Autumn Festival."

When Shen Tianjiao said this, Su Yang and Su Wenhao, father and son, were dumbfounded. They came to tell Shen Tianjiao that Su Chang was colluding with Li Chaohui to rebel and treason in order to let Shen Tianjiao take precautions.

They wanted to nip this matter in the bud to prevent Yun Li from suffering another catastrophic disaster. But why did the Queen now want them to add fuel to the fire and make this coup happen even sooner?

"Don't doubt it, this is what I want you to do."

Without asking, just by looking at the expressions of Su Yang and Su Wenhao, Shen Tianjiao guessed what they were thinking at the moment.

"How about accepting this challenge and helping me achieve this goal?"

This task seems simple, but in fact it is not simple at all. Instead, it is full of dangers and extremely challenging.

Su Chang is not only a cautious person, he is also a cunning man. He trusts no one except himself and Su Wenzhi, whom he raised.

If Su Yang and his son tried to persuade him not to act on impulse and conspire with Li Chaohui to rebel, Su Chang would not have become suspicious.

But if Su Yang and his son were to persuade him to complete what he and Li Chaohui had planned as soon as possible, it would definitely arouse Su Chang's suspicion.

Because this is totally inconsistent with Su Yang's style of doing things, Su Chang, the old fox, will definitely become suspicious and suspect that Su Yang was instructed by someone and had some ulterior motive, so he set a trap for him.

In other words, although Su Chang and Su Yang are father and son, there is not even the most basic trust between them.

If Su Yang took the initiative to attack at this time, he would be the first unlucky guy to be punished by Su Chang. But let alone completing the plan, I am afraid that the lives of both father and son would be in danger.

That's why Shen Tianjiao asked them whether they wanted to accept the challenge.

Su Wenhao was the first to realize why Shen Tianjiao wanted them, father and son, to instigate Su Chang to rebel.

If Su Chang were to be accused of participating in Li Chaohui's rebellion now, it would not cause any substantial damage to the Su family, including Su Chang himself.

Because words are not enough and there is no solid evidence, Su Chang cannot be convicted.

The Su family is a century-old family with deep roots in Yunli, and its staff and disciples are spread all over the world.

If Su Chang is convicted all at once without solid evidence, the Su family's staff, disciples, and connections will rise up in resistance for their own interests, and Yunli will be in chaos.

But if Su Chang rebelled, everyone in the world would see this fact, and no one would be able to deny it.

In this way, neither the Su family nor Su Chang can escape the punishment of the law.

You will be nailed to the pillar of shame, never able to get down and never have a chance to turn things around.

This queen is indeed a person of foresight and wisdom. With such a person governing Yunli, Yunli will surely return to its peak and become an existence that the Nine Provinces and Six Kingdoms cannot reach.

It’s a pity that I have so much talent and knowledge, but I can no longer be loyal to and follow such a wise and holy ruler, and contribute to the prosperity of Yunli under her leadership.

Su Wenhao, having figured it out, naturally stopped hesitating and said, "Please rest assured, Queen, I and I will definitely fulfill our mission and complete it."

"Okay, then I will follow the agreement and send your family out of Shangjing City and settle them in a safe place."

"Go back and have them prepare. But if all your family members disappear at once like this, you'll have to come up with a convincing explanation."

"To avoid arousing suspicion and causing the matter to be exposed, which would affect the overall situation."

Shen Tianjiao is a person of her word. Although the Su family father and son have not completed their mission, since she promised to send their family away, she will definitely do it.

Moreover, Shen Tianjiao is confident that Su Wenhao will complete this task well and will not let her down.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your great grace." Su Yang and Su Wenhao knelt down at the same time to express their gratitude.

Shen Tianjiao waved her hand, signaling the two men to leave.

After receiving the order, the Su family father and son quietly retreated from the hall.

On the way out of the palace, Su Yang and Su Wenhao remained silent tacitly, and no one said a word.

It was not until they came out of the side gate of the imperial city and got on the carriage that Su Yang finally relaxed.

Su Yang's body softened and leaned to the side. Su Wenhao quickly supported his father and prevented Su Yang from falling.

"Hao'er, what does the Queen mean?" Su Yang's mind was in a mess and he had completely lost the ability to think.

"Father, the Queen is playing a big game. This game not only concerns the life and death of the Su family, but also the stability of my Yunli Kingdom."

"The Queen Mother ordered the Su family to rebel in order to expose their crimes to the public and make it impossible for the Su family and their followers to stand up again."

"The Empress should have already had a plan to deal with Li Zhaohui's rebellion. She just wants to use this opportunity to wipe out Li Zhaohui, the Su family, and those who follow and support them."

Su Wenhao raised his head, looked at the light coming through the swaying curtains, and said, "Father, this matter is no longer a personal grudge, but a major issue concerning the stability of the country."

"No matter what, we must find a way to make this happen. This is related to the stability of the country, and it is the responsibility of men like me, Yunli, to fulfill."

Su Yang looked at his son and felt guilty, "Hao'er, it's Daddy who has let you down after all."

Su Wenhao shook his head and said, "Dad, I don't blame you. This is fate."

"But before I leave, I can do my best to contribute to the stability of Yunli and the people. I will have no regrets."

Putting aside his sadness, Su Wenhao returned to the topic, "Father, I just made up my mind that this wound must be torn from my good uncle Su Cheng."

Ever since Su Cheng contradicted Shen Tianjiao in the hall, Su Chang has locked him up at home for reflection.

Now is the most critical moment for the survival of the Su family. Su Chang will absolutely not allow anyone from the Su family to cause trouble for him at this time.

The reason why Su Wenhao chose to start with Su Cheng was because Su Cheng was easily influenced and could not stand instigation. He was also a playboy with no brains and only knew how to enjoy himself.

As long as someone stirs up trouble in front of him a few times, he will be easily tempted to do something extreme.

"Well, he is the most suitable person in the Su family." Su Yang's idea coincided with Su Wenhao's. He knew best what kind of person his uncle was.

Since returning to the Su family, the most troubles Su Yang has solved have come from his uncle.

To put it bluntly, Su Cheng is a troublemaker. The speed at which Su Yang resolves his problems cannot keep up with the speed at which he gets into trouble. He is truly a complete troublemaker.

Not to mention that Su Yang was annoyed with him, even when Su Chang mentioned his younger brother, he was given a headache and wished he would disappear immediately.

But unfortunately, such a person is very pleasing to their mother and is the treasure of the old lady of the Su family.

Even if Su Chang wanted to discipline the child, he had the protection of Old Madam Su, so his actions were always loud but ineffective.

So over the years, Su Cheng is naturally the same Su Cheng, without any change or improvement.

"This matter must be done naturally and quietly. We cannot come forward, so we must let others do it."

"It's difficult to attack from inside the mansion, so let's start from outside."

Su Wenhao grew up in the Su family and he knows the Su family very well.

All servants of the Su family have undergone unified training, and the Su family does not allow servants brought from outside to appear in their home.

Even for women who married into the Su family, the servants and maids they brought from their natal families had to receive unified training before they could stay.

The Su family did this to prevent outsiders from entering, inquiring into the Su family's affairs, and disrupting the order of the Su family.

"Yes, we can only start from the outside. What people outside say is often the most true and credible to that person."

As Su Yang, who has been busy all year round to help his uncle settle disputes, he knows his uncle best.

"But the most important thing right now is to have your mother pack up and leave Shangjing with your younger brothers and sisters, your daughters-in-law, and your grandchildren."

"It's just like what the Queen said, we have to find a legitimate reason that won't make people suspicious."

Rather than carrying out the task assigned by Shen Tianjiao, Su Yang’s biggest concern at the moment is how to get his family out of Shangjing City safely.

"It's not that difficult. Just announce to the public that my grandfather is seriously ill and wants to see my mother for the last time. Let my mother bring my younger siblings, Ruoyun, and the two children to visit him."

"So, my father and I will both stay in Shangjing City, and others won't be too suspicious."

"Even if my grandfather knew, he wouldn't care about these little things."

Su Wenhao smiled bitterly. To his grandfather, the most important person was Su Wenzhi.

As for people like them, they have always been dispensable in his heart.

Not to mention that the person just left Shangjing City to visit relatives, even if he never came back, I'm afraid the Su family wouldn't ask too much about it.

What's more, Su Wenhao's mother, younger brothers and sisters, wife and children do not live in the Su family.

Su Wenhao's mother came from a merchant family. Her family was wealthy businessmen in the Jiangnan area. Although they were not the richest people, they were still well-known.

Su Chang chose this marriage for Su Yang in order to leverage the power of Su Wenhao's mother's family to expand his business territory in Jiangnan.

Another important reason for letting Su Yang marry a merchant's daughter is that in the eyes of these aristocratic families, merchant's daughters are always not presentable.

Su Yang married the daughter of a merchant, so he had no strong backing behind him. He could not compete with Su Wenzhi on equal terms, and he became disloyal and started to compete with Su Wenzhi.

Originally, this marriage was full of calculations, but fortunately, after marriage, Su Yang and his wife lived in harmony and were very loving.

After all, the Su family is a prominent family with many etiquette and rules. As the daughter of a merchant, Mrs. Su has had a lot of experience with these family etiquette and rules.

Su Yang felt sorry for his wife, so he asked Su Chang to ask the family to move out.

"That's right. He's busy with his own affairs all day long. How could he care about us?"

Su Yang also shook his head and smiled helplessly, and said to Su Wenhao: "Hao'er, just do as you say. First, spread the news that your grandfather is seriously ill, and then I will let your mother take your younger brothers and sisters, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren to set off together."

"The Queen promised to find a safe place for them, so that can't be wrong."

"Once we complete the mission assigned by the Empress, we can leave Shangjing City and reunite with their family."

Thinking that he could finally leave Shangjing and the Su family, and no longer have to live in fear and tread on thin ice every day, Su Yang felt a lot more relieved.

"Father, Mother, and the others, I will take care of it. Let's quickly discuss how to get my great-uncle to take the bait."

What Su Wenhao is most worried about now is how to make Su Cheng follow their plan.

"That's not difficult at all." Su Yang looked at Su Wenhao and smiled, saying, "He has a lover in Zuichunlou named Mudan. We can start with Mudan."

"Which woman in the entertainment industry is not after money? She will naturally do things for whoever pays the most."

"Have Wang San bring enough banknotes to Mudan and ask her to work for us. We'll have someone keep an eye on her so she doesn't become disloyal."

"After the matter is accomplished, send that Peony out of Shangjing City and find another place to stay. That way, there will be no need to worry about the secret being leaked."

"As long as the Su family rebels, it doesn't matter whether this secret exists or not."

It turns out that old ginger is more experienced. Su Yang has not worked in the Su family for nothing all these years. Who doesn’t know about the affairs of the Su family?

It would be fine if Su Yang didn't make a move, but if he did, he would strangle the man's throat and kill him with one move.

The Su family has no shortage of money. Although Su Yang has not been in power in the Su family in recent years, Su Chang has never treated him unfairly in terms of money.

Moreover, Su Yang is not a fool. It is impossible for him not to cultivate his son's power and be willing to be driven by others all his life and become a shield in the hands of others.

Over the years, Su Yang has also been building up a lot of his own forces. Although these forces are not large, they are enough for him to protect himself.

Su Yang's words made Su Wenhao feel relieved.