Chapter 249 A God-given Opportunity
The hollow carvings on the doors and windows reflect the beautiful scenery of the front yard, which is fresh and elegant.
Ning Yunxi sat quietly, his consciousness entering the medical space, looking for Teng Elan's biological parents.
Thinking back to what Zhuang Rui said, the word "court affairs", her heart trembled, and she suddenly had a bold idea.
I tried it immediately and was shocked.
"She, she is the daughter of the Feng family?!"
"Then Feng Yihe..."
While thinking about it, Ning Yunxi suddenly realized.
"Qiu Bi said that Feng Yihe was filial to Feng's parents, but he had no respect for them and only used them. I thought it was because they just met, but I didn't expect that they were not related at all."
"No wonder she is loyal to the emperor. It turns out that from the very beginning, she was the emperor's informant in Gao's mansion."
"In this way, I won't have to worry about her safety in future plans. This person has evil intentions and is cunning. If we have the chance, we must eliminate this trouble forever!"
Before she could pass the message to the Zhuang Mansion, the news of the epidemic in Shengjing was reported to Yuexi Mansion.
Ning Yunxi began to guess.
"My uncle sympathizes with the poor and helps those in need. He gives alms to those who beg. Perhaps he is involved. The prince pretends to be kind and seems to take in many poor people. He must be involved in this."
"Taking advantage of this natural disaster, the Imperial Palace must have made some moves. The situation cannot be underestimated."
"Qiu Bi, go to Fang Mansion immediately and ask Uncle Shao to come over."
After a slight pause, she added for emphasis.
"It must be quick."
Qiu Bi was completely confused.
Is there any connection between these things?
Thinking that there must be a hidden meaning behind the princess's arrangement, she nodded in response without asking any further questions.
"Yes, I will go on horseback."
The situation was urgent, Ning Yunxi didn't even bother to watch, he stood up and walked to the desk, picking up a pen to write down a plan.
The Fang Mansion was not far away, and Zhuang Shao arrived soon after.
"My Lord, what do you want me to do?"
Ning Yunxi smiled helplessly.
"Uncle Shao can never change his name. Daddy has told me to call you Xi'er even when you are alone. Uncle Shao, don't you remember?"
Zhuang Shao lowered his eyes in embarrassment.
"I remember it now."
"What do you want, Xi'er?"
Hearing the humble resignation, Ning Yunxi felt even more helpless. Thinking that there was not much time left, she said no more, sat down, and got straight to business.
"The Imperial Hospital has informed the world that there is an epidemic in Shengjing. The Emperor has issued an order that the Secret Privy Council will be in charge of this matter."
"The Zhuang Mansion and Prince Chen's Mansion will be sealed off by the Secret Privy Council without exception."
"This is a God-given opportunity. I can see through it. Big Brother and Feng Yihe must have anticipated it. When the time comes, they will definitely take action."
"The emperor can easily trap me in the Zhuang Mansion in the name of treating the epidemic. In his view, it means that my uncle is watching me personally and preventing me from making suggestions for my brother."
"In addition, my elder brother will report to the emperor in time and ask for his approval to have the imperial physician, Lord Lin, be in charge of the epidemic in Prince Chen's mansion. My elder brother said that Lord Lin should keep a close eye on Prince Chen and prevent him from making any rash moves, but in fact, he was just trying to tie Lord Lin down."
"Then, they schemed recklessly, and the Emperor Jin Palace faced another disaster!"
Upon hearing this, Zhuang Shao's eyes were filled with distress and his brows were twisted into a knot, showing both helplessness and worry.
"what?"
"Then... Your Majesty is going to ask me again, what brilliant plan does Lord Fang have?"
Ning Yunxi nodded seriously and handed over a few pieces of paper with both hands.
"Yes."
"Uncle Shao, please take a look. This is what I just wrote."
"I don't know what strategy my elder brother and Feng Yihe will come up with to deal with my brother, so I wrote this plan, not as a response. In my opinion, it is better to strike first than to be passive. As long as the bait is tempting enough, they will give up their own strategy and choose to fall into our trap."
"When the time comes, Uncle Shao will offer the plan on your behalf. Just think of it as your plan. To prevent it from being leaked and causing the plan to fail, Uncle Shao will memorize it carefully and burn it as soon as possible. Do not let anyone else look at it."
"The imperial edict will arrive soon. There is not much time left. I wrote it in a hurry. There may be omissions. I hope you can correct me."
Zhuang Shao was still polite and well-mannered.
"Xi'er, your words are sincere. There must be no problem with your plan. Why do I need to say anything more?"
"It is urgent and there is no time to lose. I will recite it now and try to recite it word for word."
Ning Yunxi's eyes were filled with smile.
"Thank you, Uncle Shao."
Zhuang Shao responded simply and lowered his eyes to read.
"You're welcome, Xi'er."
Before he finished reciting, he heard a shrill voice outside the house, and the imperial edict had arrived.
Zhuang Shao hid in the inner room and continued to recite.
As Ning Yunxi expected, Gu Mengzhen asked her to be in charge of the epidemic in the Zhuang Mansion and to leave immediately without any mistakes.
Zhuang Shao tried his best to recite it word for word, burned the paper as instructed, and then left Yuexi Mansion and went to the Palace of Prince Di Jin to ask for an audience.
It didn't take long before Yan Yu agreed to meet him.
"What brings you here, Lord Fang?"
Zhuang Shao was dressed in a dark grey robe, with a calm demeanor. He bowed with his hands clasped, looking stern and profound.
"Now there is a God-given opportunity. All it takes is for Your Majesty to make a plan and then it will be accomplished. I am here to offer you my advice."
Yan Yu was stunned and asked in confusion.
"The God-given opportunity you are referring to is the discovery of an epidemic in Shengjing?"
Zhuang Shao has a dignified appearance and a resolute look in his eyes.
"Yes."
Yan Yu didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and corrected him without blaming him.
"My dear minister, your words are inappropriate. How can you call this a good opportunity when the people are suffering?"
Zhuang Shao's pupils trembled, and he felt uneasy.
"I spoke out of turn, please forgive me, Your Majesty."
Yan Yu spoke softly and comforted her in time.
"No problem."
"I'm just reminding you. Just tell me this and don't spread it to others."
As he spoke, he smiled and gestured for him to take a seat.
"Don't worry, my dear. I just heard about the epidemic and have started researching a cure."
Zhuang Shao bowed slightly, then sat down slowly on the side seat, lowered his brows and pursed his lips, feeling ashamed of himself.
"Your Majesty's kindness and righteousness are beyond the reach of this humble servant."
"I, a humble official, have no great ambition to save the common people. My mind is full of thoughts and only plans and plots. This is really narrow-minded."
Yan Yu's smile is as white as the moon, her wide sleeves fluttering lightly, her purity is bright and pure, not stained by wind or dew.
"My dear minister, you are a counsellor, in charge of the overall situation, so this is what you should do; to put it bluntly, I am just a mediocre doctor, with limited knowledge, and can only think of curing diseases and healing people."
"You and I each have our own duties, so there is no comparison. If we must compare, it is you who are farsighted and thoughtful, and I cannot compare with you."
Zhuang Shao is humble and calm, with kind and warm eyes.
"Your Majesty, I am so humbled by your praise. I do not deserve it."
"Your Highness, please go ahead and do your work. I will wait until Your Highness has finished his thoughts before offering suggestions."
Yan Yu picked up a bookmark, marked it, closed the medical book, and placed it on the side of the desk.
"It will probably take many days to think about it. There's no rush. You can talk first."
Zhuang Shao recalled the previous conversation and repeated it in general.
"Yes."
"Reporting to the prince, the palace has already made some moves. First, the emperor used the epidemic in the Zhuang Mansion to order Xier to go there immediately; second, there are also patients with the epidemic in the Chen Palace. Lord Ning reported it at the right time and clearly arranged for the imperial physician Lord Lin to go there and keep an eye on the Chen Prince's every move. In fact, Lord Lin was transferred away, so that the prince would temporarily lose his help. In this way, they can wait for an opportunity to act and make another plan."
"Lord Ning is very smart and decisive. I think Lord Lin is now in Prince Chen's Mansion and has been tricked into leaving the mountain."
Yan Yu was stunned for a moment, and hesitated a little before speaking.
"But Lin Mu is not in Prince Chen's Mansion right now."
"My dear, have you miscalculated?"
Thinking that the princess would not have miscalculated, Zhuang Shao looked determined.
"Your Highness is wrong. Lord Lin must be in Prince Chen's Palace!"
Lin Mu walked in from outside holding a medical book.
"I just went to the study next door. I am definitely not in Prince Chen's Mansion. What can I do for you, Lord Fang?"
Zhuang Shao was stunned.
"Huh? Why are you here?"
Yan Yu explained with a smile.
"He came over on his own initiative and worked with me to figure out a cure."
Although the situation was unusual, Zhuang Shao still believed Ning Yunxi's words.
"I think the imperial edict has arrived at the Lin Mansion."
Yan Yu was somewhat puzzled and turned to look at Lin Mu.
"is it?"
Lin Mu answered truthfully.
"Reporting to the prince, it is true. Lord Fang is indeed as good as a god in predicting things."
"I was in the Imperial Hospital, and I was one step ahead of others in knowing that there was an epidemic in Shengjing. I felt that the situation was not good at that time."
"I originally wanted to write down the countermeasures and give them to the prince in advance, but I had no clue at the moment, so I had to hide quietly in Prince Dijin's mansion. However, this move may not be hidden from Lord Ning and Lord Feng. Once they figure it out, the imperial edict will arrive."
"Fortunately, the uncle is here. I think he has a plan."
Yan Yu smiled in surprise and felt deeply moved.
"I thought you had miscalculated, but I never thought you were a master of foresight!"
Zhuang Shao smiled awkwardly.
"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I am ashamed."
Yan Yu sensed something was wrong and raised his doubts.
"My brother is trying to remove the counselors around me and take advantage of the situation."
"But it's strange, why did he only transfer my little sister and Lin Mu away, but keep you? It was the same thing last time."
"My dear, you are the true descendant of the Fang clan. Don't they even have the most basic ability to judge people?"
Zhuang Shao stood there in a daze.
"Ah...this..."