74These two shameless bastards are here again?
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Chapter 74 These two shameless bastards are here again?
The Princess looked at the imperial edict.
The part Shen Yulou cut off stated that the Ministry of War was to obey Shen Yulou's commands.
At first glance, it was quite intimidating.
The Princess's expression grew serious, "Are you trying to lure my uncle here and then kill him?"
Shen Yulou nodded, "Even if he doesn't come himself, as long as he sends someone, we'll arrest them and report it to the Emperor.
Then this matter will have nothing to do with us."
The Princess said, "You are so smart."
Shen Yulou gave a wry smile, "We have a plan, but I don't know if my uncle will fall for it."
The Princess said, "He will.
From what I understand, with his strength, he definitely can't break into the Imperial City.
Even if he starts a rebellion, he can only slowly develop his forces on the periphery.
But if the Ministry of War is under your control and works with him from the inside out, then he'll have a chance.
He'll be very tempted by this condition."
Shen Yulou said, "Alright, let's not waste time.
Find a reliable person to deliver the message.
This half of the imperial edict is enough to attract him.
Just say that I am a spy for Yan State, and now the Princess of Yan State and her child are both in Hun Kingdom.
Starting a rebellion at this time would be seizing the perfect opportunity, combining all favorable factors.
Not only can we overthrow Hun Kingdom in one fell swoop, but we can also take down Yan State along the way.
At that time, I want Yan State, and Hun Kingdom will be his.
The authority to mobilize the Ministry of War is only for one month, so tell him to come quickly to discuss with me."
After Shen Yulou finished speaking, the Princess was stunned.
"I feel like you really are going to rebel."
Shen Yulou said, "Why would I rebel?
Didn't you see, it says at the end that I can only mobilize the artisans of the Ministry of War."
The Princess said, "Have you considered that if this letter is intercepted by someone, then we're finished."
Originally, even if her uncle rebelled, they would at most be implicated.
But now that they've written this letter, it's outright treason.
Shen Yulou said, "Therefore, besides you and me, there must be one more person who knows about this, who can prove that we are trying to lure the traitor.
Even if the Emperor finds out, at most it will be for taking credit without reporting."
The Princess frowned, "A third person? Who?"
The two of them were about to become husband and wife, so naturally they were in the same boat, so discussing this matter was fine.
But finding a third person to witness, no matter who it was, probably wouldn't be as reliable.
Shen Yulou said, "The 23rd Prince, Zhao Ying."
The Princess's expression changed.
"Letting a Prince know about this, isn't that putting our lives in his hands?"
Shen Yulou said, "Whether the Prince can become the Crown Prince now depends entirely on me curing his leg.
In his opinion, I am now sincerely assisting him to ascend the throne, and he will definitely join our ship."
"Moreover, if the Prince participates in this matter and quells the rebels, it will give the Emperor a reason to establish a Crown Prince."
"The day his leg heals will be the day he is established as Crown Prince."
The Princess thought about it and felt that what Shen Yulou said made a lot of sense.
"Then where do we talk to the Prince?"
"Let's go to Minister Hu's house."
"Alright, I'll prepare, you go contact the Prince."
... At this time, Minister Hu, who had been busy all morning, was about to have his meal when his head steward, Hu Bai, suddenly came in and said,
"Master, someone from the Princess came to inform us that she and the Commandery Prince Consort will be coming to our house for dinner later."
"What!"
Hu Jianye instantly lost his appetite.
He was a bit allergic to these two people now.
Last time, these two shameless people took a lot of things from him, and when he came back, the steward told him that even the back kitchen had been eaten clean by these people.
Hu Jianye almost wanted to vomit blood.
These two shameless people, why are they here again today?
"Quickly close the mansion gates tightly, don't let them in!"
"Master, the Princess said that His Highness will also be coming here later."
"Ah? Why is His Highness coming with them?"
"This old servant doesn't know either!"
Hu Jianye frowned.
Shen Yulou and his wife could be kept outside, but if the Prince came, they had to open the door to welcome him.
"Quickly hide all the valuable things in the house!
Tell the madam and the others to take off their jewelry!
The back kitchen... never mind the back kitchen, eating a little something doesn't matter!"
Hu Bai was busy for a while, and then the gatekeeper's report came from outside.
"Master, His Highness the Prince has arrived at the gate."
Hu Jianye quickly tidied his clothes and scurried out.
At the entrance, he saw Zhao Ying and the others.
Hu Jianye immediately knelt down and performed a kowtow.
"This old subject greets His Highness the Prince."
"Lord Minister, please rise."
Zhao Ying back then was also very sharp, but now he had been somewhat tempered by his broken leg.
Since his leg broke, he had experienced much of the world's coldness and warmth, and at a young age, he was already very mature.
After Hu Jianye got up, Shen Yulou said with a chuckle,
"Lord Minister, we're here to freeload again today."
Hu Jianye rolled his eyes, too lazy to bother with Shen Yulou.
Entering the mansion, they arrived at the reception hall, where the Prince was given the place of honor and served good tea.
Hu Jianye asked, "Why has His Highness the Prince come to my humble abode?"
Although the Prince was his grandson, there was a clear distinction in status, and Zhao Ying rarely came here on weekdays, only occasionally returning with Consort Qing in the past.
Zhao Ying said, "I have good news to tell Lord Minister.
My Imperial Mother has already been released from the Cold Palace, His Majesty has pardoned her."
Hu Jianye was overjoyed, "That's wonderful!"
Then, he suddenly looked at Shen Yulou, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
Was it really him who did it?
Shen Yulou said, "Lord Minister, please dismiss everyone else.
I have an important matter to discuss with you."
Hu Jianye nodded, letting the servants and maids leave.
Shen Yulou gave a meaningful look, and Qingqing and Song Hu also went outside.
Now, only Zhao Ying, Hu Jianye, Shen Yulou, and the Princess remained in the hall.
Shen Yulou got straight to the point.
"I am confident in curing His Highness's leg ailment; within three months, His Highness will be completely recovered."
Zhao Ying was overjoyed and stood up to bow to Shen Yulou.
"Thank you, Lord Shen!"
"Your Highness is too kind.
Once your leg ailment is cured, Your Highness will be qualified to contend for the position of Crown Prince.
The Princess and I are willing to support Your Highness in achieving great things!"
Before Zhao Ying could speak, Hu Jianye snorted, "Hmph, you think it's that simple.
In the palace, besides His Highness, the Eighth Prince and Ninth Prince are still there.
Although they lack ability, they will never allow His Highness to easily take the Eastern Palace."
Of the Old Emperor's remaining top ten children, all but the Eighth Prince and Ninth Prince had died.
These two Princes, though of age and healthy, were truly useless.
The Eighth Prince spent his days walking birds and fishing, loving to immerse himself in nature, completely ignorant of state affairs.
And the Ninth Prince was infatuated with beauty, spending his days in disguise, lingering in various Brothels.
Emperor Ren was utterly disappointed with these two Princes.
If the country were handed over to them, it would be destroyed within a few years.
But even so, for Zhao Ying to become Crown Prince, it was by no means something that could be achieved simply by curing his leg.
Even if His Majesty had the intention, he would still need a suitable opportunity.
Shen Yulou smiled faintly, "What if His Highness could suppress the rebels?"
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