Chapter 567 Rescue
Guard Yu Yuluan walked into Chongyixuan and reported solemnly.
"Your Majesty, another person was killed near the western suburbs and was rescued by my subordinates."
"But the thief escaped."
"My subordinate is not good enough, please punish me, Your Majesty."
Gu Yuanqiong remained calm and sipped his tea leisurely.
"That's fine. Remember next time, don't act alone."
"The people we rescued should be settled in houses and served well."
"When I have investigated the case in the western suburbs and handed over the evidence, I will escort these children of the noble families to Yinsitai."
Yu Yuluan looked somewhat hopeful and pleased.
"After the prince returned to the capital and made great achievements, no one dared to discuss it anymore. The prince himself was mediocre and his military achievements were all due to the support of Beizhaotai."
Gu Yuanqiong put down his teacup and chatted leisurely.
"It's too early for you to say that. I haven't found out the truth yet."
Yu Yuluan picked up the teapot and carefully added tea for his master.
"With your talent and wisdom, the case will be solved in a few days."
Gu Yuanqiong looked far into the distance in the direction of the imperial palace.
"But that's not what I mean."
"This king intends to remain anonymous, submit the evidence, and return the children of the noble families. He does not seek credit or accept favors."
"Before you officially return to Beijing, if you have any achievements, please keep them anonymous."
Yu Yuluan was stunned and extremely confused.
"Why?"
"The prince left the capital and went to the border to serve as a military advisor. He quelled several border riots and was therefore named the Prince of Li. In theory, he deserves the title, but there are people who are blind and criticize the prince for relying on the power of Beizhaotai."
"Your Majesty is a man of high talent, and has always been admired by the people. But now he is in trouble and is being humiliated. How can you bear this?"
"Fortunately, the disaster happened in the western suburbs, which gave His Majesty a chance to clear his name. Good opportunities are hard to come by, and Your Majesty should seize them. If you miss them, you will regret it."
Gu Yuanqiong glanced at him and corrected him seriously.
"The suffering of the people is not a blessing from heaven, but a disaster."
He was cold, arrogant, stern, and eloquent, with an awe-inspiring demeanor.
"I returned to the capital not to receive rewards and justify my reputation, but only to save my people."
"There is no rush to write about my achievements and fame. Later, I will personally instruct the governor to write about my achievements."
Yu Yuluan was dignified and responded with flattery.
"Your Majesty cares about the people, and I admire that."
"But I am stupid, why should Your Majesty remain silent and restrain himself when I have made other achievements?"
The master and the servant grew up together and already trusted each other. Gu Yuanqiong did not hide his feelings and told them freely.
"Now, I have no power and influence, and I am far away from my homeland. Even if I do something great, no one will recognize me. Take this time as an example. If someone remembers my name, I might be framed. The case in the Western Suburbs was my own fault, and I have ulterior motives."
"Therefore, I will keep it to myself for now and announce it when I gain the upper hand."
"When the time comes, whether it's world-renowned or admired by the people, as long as this king wants it, it will be within his reach."
Yu Yuluan suddenly understood, nodded and added a comment.
"Your Majesty is wise. I appreciate your advice."
Gu Yuanqiong stood up from his seat, walked to the clothes rack, and took down a fur cloak.
"I will go to the neighboring house to comfort the newly arrived children of the noble family and appease their hearts."
Yu Yuluan's expression changed and he looked a little embarrassed.
"Your Majesty is still wearing a mask. Are you going to visit?"
Gu Yuanqiong didn't notice his change and responded casually.
"Well, to prevent my identity from being revealed, I must wear a mask."
Yu Yuluan trembled and reported something.
"This morning, I was practicing archery and accidentally shot off the prince's mask."
When Gu Yuanqiong heard this, he immediately became furious.
"How is your arrow..."
Yu Yuluan interrupted in panic, quickly showing weakness and kneeling heavily on his knees.
"Your Majesty, please calm down. I will go to the street to buy it right away."
Gu Yuanqiong was irritated and helpless, and waved his hands.
"Go back quickly."
Yu Yuluan crawled and ran, escaping in a hurry.
After running a few steps, he was stopped by Gu Yuanqiong.
"stop."
Yu Yuluan Gongli felt guilty.
"What are your orders, Your Majesty?"
Gu Yuanqiong frowned and looked serious.
"Which street market did you go to buy a mask at night?"
"Are you deliberately bullying me and trying to escape?"
Yu Yuluan denied it.
"My subordinates dare not."
Gu Yuanqiong gave the order angrily.
"Go buy it tomorrow morning."
"Tonight, stay in the yard and practice archery by lamplight."
Yu Yuluan begged for mercy.
"Your Majesty, please spare me. It's snowing and it's so cold."
"I am sleepy."
Gu Yuanqiong spoke harshly and scolded angrily.
"As a guard, you can't even hit the target. How can you sleep when you break my mask every day?"
Separated from Chongyixuan by a wall is the house where Ning Yunxi lives.
The delicate fragrance of apricot plums came over Ning Yunxi, and she regained consciousness. She slowly opened her eyes, only to see an unfamiliar bedroom where she was lying on the bed.
The charcoal stove in the house was burning brightly, and despite the severe cold, it was as warm as spring.
She remembered that she was knocked unconscious by the man in black and her life should be in danger, so why was she lying here?
As she asked herself this question, a soft voice broke into her thoughts.
"The girl is awake?"
Ning Yunxi was puzzled when he saw the unfamiliar face.
"you are?"
Fu Bei bowed respectfully.
"The girl is fine."
"My name is Fu Bei, and my master has ordered me to serve the young lady personally."
Ning Yunxi looked confused.
"you know me?"
Fu Bei smiled and shook her head.
"Reply young lady, I don't know."
Ning Yunxi continued to ask questions.
"How do you know how to address a girl respectfully?"
Fu Bei gave a concise explanation.
"Recently, all those who have been killed or missing in the western suburbs are children of noble families. The perpetrators have clear motives, so I know how to address them respectfully."
Ning Yunxi's heart was as cold as ash. When she heard the word "murder", she was not afraid at all.
"Your master is the one who kidnapped me?"
"When will he prepare to take my life?"
Fu Bei was shocked and hurried to explain.
"No, no, please don't misunderstand, my master is the one who saved you from the villain."
When Ning Yunxi heard this, she felt no gratitude but only anger.
"Save?"
"I chose my own death, who wants him to save me? Mind your own business."
Seeing her putting on her shoes and getting out of bed, Fu Bei immediately showed concern.
"Excuse me, where are you going, girl?"
Ning Yunxi keeps people at a distance.
"Don't worry about it."
Fu Bei was humble and submissive, and tried to persuade him softly.
"Does the girl intend to leave?"
"The house is set up with formations, and the girl can't get out."
Ning Yunxi became a little interested.
"Formation?"
"Set up by your master?"
Fu Bei responded.
"Yes."
Ning Yunxi smiled disdainfully.
"Heh, this is the first time I've heard that you need to set up a formation to rescue someone."
"I want to see if he can trap me."
Fu Bei gave earnest advice.
"If the young lady gets lost in the formation, I don't know how to rescue her. I beg you not to go."
Ning Yunxi responded calmly.
"I've already said it, it's none of your business, so stop talking."
Fu Bei knelt in front of the girl and tried to stop her respectfully.
"Miss, please stay, Miss..."
Ning Yunxi made a resolute decision and took a detour.
She has been studying under her elder brother, reading ancient books and modern classics with him, studying battle formations, for a whole year.
Deep in the house, she could only compete with her elder brother in formation setting. Although she won every time, she had a vague feeling that her brother was being modest on purpose.
There was no point in giving way to others, but now, she finally had the chance to see other people's formations. She walked into a formation gate with some anticipation.