Chapter 127: Zhong Fumeng
Gu Nianting first recounted Ning Fengzhe's strategy without reservation.
Afterwards, he discussed with Mu Rong in detail how they could take advantage of the situation.
"The conspiracy is a two-pronged approach for us."
"First, by helping Xinglin Hall, we can win the hearts of the people. Second, by using their hands to get rid of Ning Yunxi, we can avenge my biological mother and make King Dijin have one less confidant."
"That's what the king thinks."
"If the Tongshitai group fails and cousin Fengzhe fails to hurt Ning Yunxi, then after saving the people, I can do it myself. At that time, I can use the reputation of saving the world and the excuse of eliminating the harm. With the support of the people, it is not appropriate for Prince Dijin to come forward, otherwise Ning Yunxi's life will be hanging by a thread and disaster will be imminent!"
Mu Rong thought about it and nodded in agreement.
"I think it's a good two-pronged approach and a proper response."
"An important part of the strategy. Where should we find the people who are causing trouble?"
"In my opinion, only a trusted minister with outstanding talents and strategies can be competent and can be used with confidence. After all, the person we want to deal with is Ning Yunxi."
Gu Nianting's eyes were full of spring breeze, and he felt very proud of himself.
"I have already made up my mind to mobilize the forces of the martial arts world and summon the Zhongfu Alliance."
Mu Rong was suddenly shocked.
"By the way, Zhong Fumeng, I think you mentioned it before."
"The leader of the Zhongfu League was originally Zhong Shuyi and Mr. Zhong's third brother, Zhong Hua. In order to assist the emperor, he voluntarily gave up his official status, changed his name to Qi Zeyi, became a civilian, and founded the Zhongfu League."
Gu Nianting nodded solemnly.
"The original intention of the Zhong clan to join the alliance was to assist the Gu clan and go through fire and water without hesitation. How could I have expected that my father would have doubts..."
"After the Zhong family was wiped out, my third uncle brought the Zhong to the alliance and surrendered to this king."
When talking about his third uncle, he could not hide his pride.
"My third uncle is a man of great talent and strategy. He entered the government at an early age and was promoted to the rank of Beizhao Shi, a fourth-rank official. He originally wanted to sneak into Beizhaotai to gather information for my father, but was discovered by Fang Renshu."
"Even when facing Fang Renshu, Third Uncle was calm and composed. Seeing that the situation was unfavorable, he immediately changed his strategy, avoided disaster among the people, founded the Zhongfu Alliance, and continued to serve my father."
"From this, it can be seen that he is the best choice to plot against Ning Yunxi."
When Mu Rong heard Fang Renshu's name, she subconsciously curled her lips.
When he finished speaking, he smiled again and responded politely.
"I have seen the talent of Alliance Leader Qi in my early years. There are many followers of Fang Renshu in Beizhaotai, all of whom are her spies, but Alliance Leader Qi was able to hide for many days before being discovered. This shows her extraordinary ability."
Gu Nianting smiled with satisfaction.
"After dealing with Ning Yunxi, my success will be just around the corner."
"When the time comes, my aunt will be the biggest contributor. My cousin Fengzhe has been working hard for my father for many years, and I will not treat him unfairly."
The so-called sleeping on straw and tasting gall was just an excuse Mu Rong made to protect her eldest son.
Upon hearing this, Mu Rong immediately added.
"And Feng'er, for your sake, sneaked into the Zhuang Mansion and voluntarily endured humiliation."
Gu Nianting nodded in response, looking down on Ning Xuanfeng in his heart, but still being polite on the surface.
"The plan to expose the truth failed, and my cousin was really wronged."
"He pretends to be accommodating on the surface. I will not misunderstand that he has ulterior motives. Auntie, just rest assured."
"By the way, has your aunt mentioned this to your uncle about my proposal for a concubine?"
Mu Rong gave a disdainful look and evaded the question with a smile.
"I've been busy lately and haven't mentioned it yet."
"Another day."
Gu Nianting's face darkened slightly.
"Well, please auntie, as soon as possible."
Mu Rong continued to prevaricate.
"Oh, I see."
After finishing his words, Gu Nianting stood up and left.
Ning Jiewei hid in a remote place and felt strange.
Big brother, are you the informant sent by Prince Chen to be by the emperor’s side?
Wasn’t my second brother in Yuexi Mansion? When did he sneak into Zhuang Mansion and pretend to be nice?
Second brother is also the Prince’s man?
Then why did the mother go to Yuexi Mansion to look for someone?
She cries all day long, is she just pretending?
What is the matter of concubine?
what is the problem?
Just as I was thinking about it, I saw Ning Fengzhe walking towards Xianyi Residence with elegant steps not far away.
When passing by Ning Jiewei, Ning Fengzhe's gaze turned towards her.
The pressure was like an invisible hand that quickly strangled Ning Jiewei's neck, making it difficult for her to breathe.
Ning Jiewei realized that she had been discovered by him and fled out the back door in a hurry.
She quietly wrote the letter, delivered the message to Yuexi Mansion, and then returned to the vicinity of Xianyi Residence.
I originally wanted to escape directly and hide in Yuexi Mansion to protect myself.
Then I thought, what if my third sister hasn’t thought of a solution?
Her kind advice may help her mother to change her mind of harming others.
After all, they are biological mother and daughter. She wouldn't be killed just for a few words of advice, right?
Even if it means sacrificing her life, she has no choice but to protect her sister.
Thinking this way, Ning Jiewei walked into Xianyi Residence.
At this time, Ning Fengzhe had already left, and Mu Rong was the only one left in Xianyi Residence.
When Mu Rong heard the servants report that the fourth young lady had arrived, her brows immediately lit up with joy and she smiled amiably.
"Weier is here, please sit down."
"I have just discussed the adoption with Fengzhe. You have been in the mansion for a while. I think it is time to mention this matter to the master. I can't let you stay as a concubine's daughter for the rest of your life."
Ning Jiewei looked dazed for a moment.
"Mother wants to adopt me as her adopted daughter and give me the honor of a legitimate daughter?"
"why?"
Mu Rong's eyes were kind and gentle, just like the warm sun in winter.
"Why else?"
"Didn't we agree long ago that you would live a better life after returning home? You were raised in a royal family, but now you have to be a concubine's daughter. It's really too unfair."
Comparing it with what she heard from the overheard conversation, Ning Jiewei had some guesses, so she asked.
"Mother, let me ask you, does the Prince of Chen want to take a concubine?"
Mu Rong was startled when she heard this.
"Correct."
"How did you know that?"
Ning Jiewei analyzed to herself.
"He asked you if you had mentioned this to your father."
"As a princess, it is impossible for Third Sister to be content with the position of a concubine."
"The fifth sister has already turned into ashes."
"So, the person he wants to marry is me, right?"
Listening to her words, Mu Rong realized something was wrong and her expression became more and more shocked.
"Weier, were you eavesdropping?"
"Where did you hear that?"
"You must never tell anyone about the conspiracy!"
Ning Jiewei did not respond, but questioned angrily.
"Mother, you gave me the title of legitimate daughter just to marry me to him?"
"He is the man that Third Sister doesn't want. How can I, Yunying, be worthy of him when I am still unmarried?"
"What's even more ridiculous is that I'm just a concubine. Am I so lowly in your heart?"
"Do you know how he treated my third sister after she got married?"
"I heard from people that he had been having an affair with the fifth sister for a long time, and he didn't take the third sister, his legal wife, seriously at all."
"How could you bear to let me marry a man like him who is so fickle?"
"Are you trying to kill me?"