Chapter 220 Why did you save Shaodi?

Chapter 220 Why did you save Shaodi?

Gu Mengzhen's dark pupils were deep, gradually covered with a hint of sadness.

"In my early years, I took the imperial examination and successfully entered the Supervisory Office, serving as a fourth-rank supervisory attendant. I wanted to redress the injustice for my brother, but the Five Princes Rebellion involved too many people, and Emperor Dezong's knot was difficult to resolve at once. As a supervisory attendant, I can do nothing."

"At that time, Emperor Muzong was still Prince Yu, and was deeply favored by Emperor Dezong. I could see that if nothing unexpected happened, he would definitely inherit the throne. I wanted to get close to him, so I displayed my talents. However, among the younger generation, I was not as good as Fang Renshu in literary talent, nor as good as Yun Boyu in martial arts. I worked very hard to gain Prince Yu's appreciation."

"Remember that year, when your father was eight years old, I performed great deeds, begged for grace, and finally exchanged letters with him for the first time."

"Later, I supported Prince Yu and he became the Crown Prince. I thought I could save my brother, but I didn't expect that the Crown Prince was also powerless."

"Later, when Emperor Dezong passed away and the crown prince ascended the throne, I once again submitted a petition requesting a retrial of the Zhuang clan's injustice. However, Emperor Dezong left a will that prohibited the Five Kings Rebellion from being mentioned again. Emperor Muzong used the excuse of filial piety and ignored the injustice, even though he knew it was a crime."

A burst of heartache made him stop abruptly.

"Hui Er..."

Zhuang Xianhui responded quickly.

"My nephew is here."

Gu Mengzhen's dragon eyes were fixed, and between his majesty, there was a hint of helplessness and temptation.

"There are many rumors in the world, saying that I am plotting to seize the throne and accusing me of having rebellious intentions. What do you think?"

Zhuang Xianhui responded without hesitation.

"My father taught me a long time ago that I shouldn't believe rumors."

"The Yan clan perished in order to save the world. When Emperor Muzong passed away, he entrusted important matters to me and personally passed on the imperial decree, allowing my uncle to take charge of the court. This is known to the world. My uncle's throne is legitimate and was abdicated by the Yan clan. How can there be any rebellion?"

"I know that even if the emperor uncle has done wrong to the world, he has not done wrong to the Zhuang clan. Even if he is condemned by thousands of people, the Zhuang clan has no right to say a word against the emperor uncle."

"My nephew and I are grateful to the Emperor for saving our family!"

Seeing her stand up and want to salute, Gu Mengzhen immediately held her shoulders and made her sit back.

The dragon looked down, still doting and with a touch of emotion.

"Good boy."

"Thank you for being willing to understand me."

As soon as he said the word "understanding", he almost burst into tears.

Zhuang Xianhui was immediately relieved.

"Uncle Emperor, please don't cry. I will feel bad for you."

Gu Mengzhen nodded, feeling deeply moved, and trying hard to suppress his sadness.

"I also want to ask, have you ever had any complaints?"

"The Zhuang family has been loyal to Yan for generations, and I know your intentions very well."

"Since returning to Beijing after his injustice was cleared, he seems to have become a different person. I always feel that he still blames me in his heart."

Hearing that it was another test, Zhuang Xianhui handled it with ease.

"Respect Uncle Huang, my father has never complained."

"My father said that exile was unjust and he felt wronged. Slowly, his heart changed."

Since the father and daughter spoke the same words, Gu Mengzhen naturally had no doubts.

"Heroes see the same thing."

"That's why I slowly changed."

Zhuang Xianhui changed the subject at the right time.

"I often heard my father talk about his exile. First, I was lucky to have a letter from my uncle, which was worth more than ten thousand gold. Second, I was able to meet my mother and she was there to accompany me. Therefore, after more than ten years of hard work, I was at most physically exhausted, but not mentally exhausted at all."

"Oh, by the way, my father seemed to have said that he and my mother had never been separated since the replacement of labor service, and it was all thanks to Uncle Huang's mediation?"

Speaking of this, Gu Mengzhen's eyes widened and he smiled.

"Yes."

"When we first exchanged letters, your father said that he had made a close friend, a friend in need, and asked me to help them not to be separated..."

Listening to their conversation, Fang Zhixuan couldn't help but recall the past between him and his wife.

Chu Lantong was originally from a farming family, but later, she was also exiled due to misfortune. Gradually, she lost her family and had to go to a new labor team alone.

At that time, the labor exchange was disrupted several times, and Zhuang Shao was separated from all his family. They met at first sight and hit it off, recognizing each other as siblings.

After three months of getting along, they were about to say goodbye. At this time, Fang Renshu saw the opportunity, took Zhuang Shao away, and arranged for Fang Zhixuan to blend in.

The guard took the silver and said nothing.

Fearing that those who were exiled with him might recognize that he was not Zhuang Shao, Fang Zhixuan did not return to the labor bedroom to sleep.

Looking at the guards not far away who were forming a circle to prevent the laborers from escaping, Fang Zhixuan chose a small hillside within the circle and sat down.

When the labor is exchanged early tomorrow morning, he will naturally be able to blend into the new team.

At this time, Chu Lantong's voice came from behind, lingering in my ears, so pleasant to hear.

"I saw it all. The woman you called elder sister took Shaodi away."

Fang Zhixuan's body trembled violently, and he stood there in a daze, not daring to move.

Chu Lantong walked over, sat beside him, and smiled with clear eyes.

"You risked your life to rescue them, they must be people sent by Brother Gu, right? Brother Shao said that if Brother Gu enters the government and makes contributions, he will try to rescue them."

"Oh yeah, I forgot to introduce myself."

"My name is Chu Lantong, and I'm from Tongrou."

"Brother Shao and I met by chance and have already acknowledged each other as siblings. However, given our circumstances, there is no ceremony for us to become sworn brothers. Brother Shao said that friendship only exists in the heart."

"What about you?"

"What's your name?"

"Brother Gu, why did you save Brother Shao and leave you here to suffer?"

While thinking, Fang Zhixuan did not lie and directly told his real name.

"My name is... Fang Zhixuan."

Chu Lantong's bright eyes showed a hint of smile.

"I've heard of the Fang Clan of Shengjing. They are talented and famous throughout the world."

"Your last name is Fang, so are you from the Fang clan of the Taiqing family?"

Fang Zhixuan calmed down and stopped smiling for the time being.

"Ah."

"I am the third son of the Fang family, and the fifth child in the family."

Chu Lantong stood up and bowed awkwardly, imitating the etiquette of a wealthy family.

"Greetings to Mr. Fang Wu."

Looking at her hands that didn't know where to put and her helpless look, Fang Zhixuan was amused.

Chu Lantong sat back with an embarrassed look on her face and found a random topic to talk about.

"The Gu family and the Fang family must be old friends, right?"

After laughing, Fang Zhixuan's expression became more comfortable.

"We are not close friends, but we are not enemies either."

"But the brother Gu you mentioned is not on good terms with our family."

Chu Lantong was startled and looked worried.

"what?"

"Then why did you come to rescue Shaodi?"

"Are you not here to save him, but to kill him..."

She stopped talking suddenly, not wanting to go on.

Fang Zhixuan did not answer, but turned his head to look and then asked back.

"Don't you want him to be in trouble?"

Chu Lantong nodded repeatedly and grabbed his sleeve pitifully.

"Of course. He is my adopted brother."

"Please let him go!"

Fang Zhixuan lowered his eyes, glanced at her thin and weak little hands, and felt pity.

"Then I'll write a letter asking my elder sister to show mercy, okay?"

Chu Lantong smiled happily.

"Thank you, Mr. Fang Wu. You are such a good person."

Fang Zhixuan smiled back.

"Please also promise that my identity will not be known to others."

Chu Lantong agreed readily.

"Okay, it's a deal."