When several people returned to Huaihua Village, most of the villagers who had been driven away by Wu Si and others had returned. Those who had not returned either fled or froze to death in the mountains or starved to death.

Although Wu Si and others did not directly harm anyone, these villagers died because of them. They should be sent to the government for questioning, but Xiao Jingchen did not pursue the case. This made Zhuang Wan very puzzled.

"Have a rest for the night and return to Beijing tomorrow." Xiao Jingchen said and entered the house.

"Your Majesty..." Zhuang Wan wanted to say something more, but Rong Li pulled her away.

She glanced back at the people in the room, thinking that Xiao Jingchen and Mu Qiulan were reunited after a long separation. They probably had a lot to say, so she reluctantly gave up, but she was still angry: "You really gave those thieves an advantage."

"Don't worry! His Highness has his own opinion on this matter, but you..." Rong Li stared at her with a look in his eyes that Zhuang Wan couldn't understand.

"When Wu Si said that he was the prince of the previous dynasty, there was something wrong with your reaction."

Zhuang Wan's heart skipped a beat and she couldn't help but become nervous. She had forgotten that a counselor like Rong Li was not only good at guessing people's hearts, but could also read their words and expressions. In such a critical moment, he actually had the time to observe her?

terrible!

Naturally, she pretended to be dumbfounded, "I just think it's ridiculous that someone is pretending to be the former prince."

"Oh?" Rong Li said, "How ridiculous?"

"It's not good for him to pretend to be someone, but he pretends to be someone who can't exist. You can tell it's fake as soon as you hear it. Isn't it ridiculous?"

Rong Li smiled and said, "If it's not groundless, it's true. No one can tell whether the former prince is still alive."

Zhuang Wan's heart tightened and she asked casually: "Do you know anything?"

Rong Li shook his head: "I was still young back then, so how could I know the details of these old things. However, as long as there are still people in the Yan family, these rumors will not stop."

Zhuang Wan: "..."

"What? Do you really want to kill everyone?"

"This has always been the case when dynasties change." Rong Li said casually: "It's enough if they just stay contented. I'm afraid... the shame of national subjugation will always be hard to let go."

"Destroy the country?" Zhuang Wan sneered: "Whether it's a perverse act of subjugating the country or destroying the nation, or someone is stealing the country in the name of protecting the country, who knows!"

"Is it possible to say such offensive things?" Rong Li said sternly: "You can't trust what people say, so be careful of misfortune coming from your mouth."

Only then did Zhuang Wan realize that she had made an angry blunder. She scratched her head and said, "I just said it casually."

"Of course I know." Rong Li said, "You are younger than me. If you hadn't heard some rumors, how could you have said such a thing? There is no way you have anything to do with the Yan family."

Zhuang Wan smiled dryly and said, "Who do I know about the Yan family?"

She always felt that what Rong Li said today seemed to mean something, and the way he looked at her was strange.

It seems that you really can't get in touch with this person too deeply, otherwise he will get clues one day.

She yawned, "It's getting late, go to bed. We have to go to work tomorrow!"

Rong Li looked at her back thoughtfully.

He checked Zhuang Wan's details and found a blank. He had no relatives and no origin. The only person he knew well was Li Daniu.

It doesn't make sense to say that she is a descendant of the Yan family. According to the feud between the Yan and Xiao families, it is impossible for her to be so indifferent when facing people from the Xiao family. Besides, except that something was wrong today, she usually doesn't care about these things.

Everything else is fine, except for the people and events of the previous dynasty, which are so difficult for the current emperor that he would rather kill them by mistake than let anyone go. Naturally, he hopes that Zhuang Wan will not be involved.

The next day, several people were preparing to leave for Beijing. Zhuang Wan, Mu Qiulan and Mu, who was still ill, rode in a carriage, while Xiao Jingchen and Rong Li rode horses.

On the carriage, Zhuang Wan saw that Mu's face was pale and gray, and her cough was severe. It was probably not an ordinary cold syndrome. Mu Qiulan was proficient in pharmacology, so she should have noticed it.

"Don't worry, aunt!" Mu Qiulan comforted, "When you see the doctor in Kyoto, your illness will be cured."

Mrs. Mu patted her hand: "I know my body well. It's just that the only thing I can't worry about is you Lan'er, cough cough cough..."

"Auntie, don't say such depressing words." Mu Qiulan's eyes were red, "You will definitely live a long life."

"Yes..." Zhuang Wan also said: "Don't worry too much, Mrs. Mu. There are many famous doctors in Kyoto. Don't mention your mere cough. Even the most difficult symptoms can be cured by medicine. You can relax, take a rest and recuperate."

Nourish your spirit.

"Sister is right." Mu Qiulan tucked up the cotton coat covering Mu's body, "Auntie, please take a rest first! We are still far away from Kyoto!"

"Okay!" Mu nodded and closed her eyes to rest.

Zhuang Wan remembered that Mrs. Mu did die of illness in the book. She saw the sadness in Mu Qiulan's eyes and thought that Mrs. Mu's time was running out. This time when she returned to Beijing, Mu Qiulan's life experience would be revealed...

The snow is clearing, the sky is clearing, and the long-lost sunshine finally shows its face. It seems that all the gloom and mist have disappeared.

But Rong Li still frowned when he saw Xiao Jingchen.

"If you have any concerns, Your Majesty, you might as well..."

"Those who achieve great things don't stick to trivial matters." Xiao Jingchen sighed: "After returning to Beijing, I will send someone to deal with the affairs in Huaihua Village."

Rong Li nodded: "I understand. It's just that there is no conclusion yet on who is behind this matter, so there is no need to be so anxious."

Xiao Jingchen: "No matter who instigates it, if this matter spreads, it will be harmful to Dayan's foundation. If it is not stopped here, more people may die."

Rong Li sighed: "But if His Majesty knew that His Highness was involved in this matter, I'm afraid he would think too much about it."

"My father had no intention of giving me the position of crown prince, but he already had suspicions. After returning to Beijing, he would go to the palace to explain the reason. In the end, my father's heart is still the descendants of the Yan family in Yunzhou. He thought

Apart from this mental illness, I am still afraid of Youyou's mouth, which makes me unable to sleep or eat well."

He looked at Rong Li: "It is said that Emperor Wen Zhao was so stupid that he destroyed the country because of villains. What do you think...how does my father compare to him?"

Rong Li said without hesitation: "Your Majesty is so wise and powerful, how can you compare with Emperor Wen Zhao?"

Xiao Jingchen shook his head and smiled: "Even you have learned how to flatter me in front of me. When I ask you this, this is not the answer I want."

Rong Li was silent for a moment and said: "Your Majesty is wise and powerful, and it is easy to govern the country and bring peace to the country, but... he lacks benevolence."

Xiao Jingchen sighed: "Since ancient times, it has been easy to win the world but difficult to defend it. My father is a military general who likes to govern the world with severe punishments and laws. He is also willful and self-willed. If things go on like this, I am afraid he will follow in the footsteps of Emperor Wenzhao."

Rong Li continued: "But King Yan and King An have neither the talent to govern the country nor the reputation of being virtuous. If the country of Yan is handed over to them, there will be endless troubles. Therefore, only His Highness is the best choice for the crown prince. Only His Highness

Only then can Dayan live forever."

"I can't afford such a great reputation." Xiao Jingchen smiled: "However, you said that you revealed Xiao Jingyu, the King of Qi."
Chapter completed!