mesbooks Chapter 467: Incorruptible
Chapter 467: Incorruptible
"It's a pity that such a great man is no longer with us."
"Do you know why Huineng died?"
Luo Xiaoran decided to continue talking with Zhu Jingxing about Huineng's issue, and then slowly unfold everything.
Zhu Jingxing was stunned. He had never inquired about the news of Anruo Temple, and he didn't even know that Master Huineng had passed away.
"Isn't it a natural death?"
Luo Xiaoran shook her head, the painful memories flashed through her eyes, and finally she picked out some fragments of Huineng.
"During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Princess Qingyi committed a bloody murder in the Prince of Yan's mansion. Huineng was also in the Prince of Yan's mansion at the time and died of excessive blood loss."
Zhu Jingxing's pupils suddenly contracted, and an expression of disbelief instantly filled his handsome face.
How can this be?
Last year, he was ordered to inspect the northern border and accompanied Princess Qingyi to Anruo Temple to pray for blessings.
According to his observation, Princess Qingyi was very close to His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan, and the Emperor had mentioned to him more than once how the Prince of Yan had taken care of them in the past.
Therefore, he guessed that Princess Qingyi, the Emperor and His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan had a deep friendship, and perhaps they had been in bad circumstances in the palace when they were young and had supported each other in the past.
How could Princess Qingyi go on a killing spree in Prince Yan's mansion?
"I won't mention the reason for now, but I won't lie to you, just like every word you said after entering this private room has not lied to me."
After living two lifetimes, she may not be able to absolutely understand people's hearts because she is not a god.
But Luo Xiaoran could still tell whether Zhu Jingxing was telling her the truth or not.
"My brother also lost his life in that bloody incident, so I will definitely seek revenge on Chen Lingyi!"
Luo Xiaoran's tone suddenly became frosty cold. She stared at Zhu Jingxing, as if testing something.
Zhu Jingxing's eyes flashed with worry, and he immediately replied:
"Princess Qingyi is not only the elder sister of the current emperor, but the two of them have also experienced hardships together since childhood and now share the same honor and power. How could the emperor allow you to touch Princess Qingyi?"
"Even if you are the Princess of Yan and have the support of His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan, your chances of success are slim. You must not act on impulse."
"So," Luo Xiaoran looked at Zhu Jingxing with burning eyes, "You don't think in your heart that a princess doesn't have to pay a price for killing a civilian!"
Luo Xiaoran's eyes were too direct, clear and passionate. Zhu Jingxing could not help but turn his head away to avoid the gaze, his heart beating like a dense drumbeat.
"The emperor is guilty of the same crime as the common people."
After a pause, a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes, and he added:
"Although in this world, it is not uncommon for the powerful to oppress the common people."
His voice went from passionate to low.
"Some of them I heard, some I saw with my own eyes, some I can correct, some I can't change, but these things are all piled up in my heart and I have never forgotten them."
"Okay! I didn't know you were such an upright person. If I have offended you in the past, I will drink this cup to make amends to you!"
Luo Xiaoran slammed the table, picked up a glass of wine and drank it.
It’s no wonder that she had some opinions about Zhu Jingxing before, mainly because he wanted to burn himself at that time. If it were someone else, they would also think that Zhu Jingxing was a bit extreme, right?
Now that she realized that Zhu Jingxing was a man of integrity, she felt more confident in persuading him to help her.
"Since Lord Zhu believes that my revenge for my deceased brother is reasonable, legal, and appropriate, then Lord Zhu, would you be willing to help me in avenging the late Crown Prince Chen Xuanli?"
"What do you mean, Miss Luo?"
Zhu Jingxing was confused. Didn't the former crown prince die suddenly? How could there be any talk of revenge?
"Back then, the former crown prince wanted to punish the Lin family for the salt tax, and the Empress Dowager wanted to eliminate her own eldest grandson in order to protect her mother's family."
"Two people noticed the Empress Dowager's intentions, so they conspired to kill the former Crown Prince."
"Now that the Grand Empress Dowager has passed away and the Lin family no longer exists, one of the three forces that killed the late Crown Prince has been eliminated."
"The remaining two are both important figures like Mount Tai." Luo Xiaoran gave Zhu Jingxing a brief account of the situation.
"I was chosen as the third place in the imperial examination by Emperor Huizong and was promoted many times. The late crown prince also favored me. If I can avenge the late crown prince, I will do it without hesitation." Zhu Jingxing said without hesitation.
Luo Xiaoran gave a subtle smile.
"I know that Lord Zhu is openly close to the Lin family and secretly works for the emperor, but his deepest identity is that of a disciple of the King of Qi!"
"Now that the Lin family has been destroyed, you have gradually restored your status as a loyal minister in the court, but why are you still secretly dating the King of Qi? You must know what the King of Qi is thinking!"
"Even if the King of Qi saved your life, you can repay him in other ways. Why do you want to help him gain power? In the long run, will the court be stable? Will the Jiang family become the second Lin family?"
Zhu Jingxing was really shocked this time. How did Luo Xiaoran know such a private matter?
Of course, it was because after Tang Ting leaked the news to Chen Ji, Chen Ji sent people to investigate and found out that it was indeed a secret.
After a long silence, Zhu Jingxing said helplessly:
"Miss Luo also knows that the King of Qi once saved my life. How can I abandon this kindness?"
"You big fool!" Luo Xiaoran couldn't help but curse, "How do you know that the group of thieves were not sent by the King of Qi, and then he showed up to save your life, and then he used this to repay the favor?"
"After all, you were so highly regarded by Huizong at that time. You were a representative of the poor family promoted by Huizong. It would not be difficult for him to use some means to recruit you."
"Of course, what I said are just my guesses. There is no evidence." Luo Xiaoran blinked, feeling both unreasonable and angry.
"But even if he really did save your life, you don't have to throw away your ideals, beliefs, ambitions, and aspirations and help him do things, allowing the evil thoughts in his heart to continue to grow wildly."
Zhu Jingxing stopped talking. Deep down in his heart, he knew that Luo Xiaoran was right, but...
Seeing that Zhu Jingxing's psychological defenses had loosened a lot, Luo Xiaoran struck while the iron was hot and continued:
"Jiang Bin was one of the two people who plotted to murder the former crown prince. As for why he did that, Lord Zhu should understand, right?"
Zhu Jingxing's breath was held. Jiang Bin was involved, which meant he wanted to leave the crown prince's position vacant and then push the Prince of Qi to the throne.
"But at that time, Jiang Bin was still no match for the Lin family, and the crown prince position fell to the Queen's adopted son, Chen Xuanrui, who is now the Emperor Tianqi."
"Now that the Lin family has been eradicated, many officials from humble backgrounds have taken up important positions, and the atmosphere in the court has been completely changed."
"Jiang Bin and the King of Qi had their plan planted six or seven years ago. Do you really want to stand by their side now and help them turn the world upside down?"