Tang Fan knew about Yuan Liang. When he was with the prince, he had already asked Han Zao who might have appeared around him from the time he entered the palace to the time he died.

When Han Zao entered the palace, the Han family sent him to the palace gate, and then the eunuch named Yuanliang took him to the East Palace and walked into the palace in the middle. Yuanliang was unlikely to have the opportunity to find the right acupoints for Han Zao to commit murder. Moreover, according to the prince, Yuanliang had followed him before he was crowned the prince. He was very loyal and could not murder Han Zao for no reason.

Han Zao left the East Palace halfway and was secretly entrusted by the prince to visit Wu, only Yuanliang followed the whole process. The possibility of others taking action was not high. Only in the West Palace, Yuanliang was helping to watch the wind, while Han Zao stayed with Wu and the others alone for a short time to convey the prince’s greetings and recent situation.

Originally, with Wu's situation, she had sufficient motivation and conditions to plan this case and blame Concubine Wan. It was because of this that Tang Fan insisted on coming to the West Palace to investigate. Sometimes, just asking is impossible to ask. When confronting each other, the other party's expression changes and expressions are also good supplementary evidence.

However, now it seems that Wu's suspicion can indeed be ruled out.

Since that is the case, that is to say, the person who killed Han Zao is probably not from the palace.

After coming out of the West Palace, Tang Fan kept sorting out his thoughts in his mind, sorting out Han Zao’s experience in the palace again, confirming where the murderer came from, so that he could move on to the next step.

Wang Zhi had been in the West Palace just now without saying anything. When Tang Fan talked with Wu and others, he just stood by and watched coldly. At this moment, he suddenly laughed: "Tang Runqing, you have a tacit understanding with the deposed queen, and you have performed a good show!"

Tang Fan said: "What Mr. Wang is talking about, but the officials don't quite understand."

Wang Zhi sneered: "You still pretend to be confused with me? There is obviously a connection between Wu and the prince! Let me guess, Han has long been the middleman between them. The people in the East Palace are indeed loyal enough, and they are hidden from me. Even I am hidden in the dark. What will happen if the imperial concubine knows this news?"

Tang Fan sighed: "Mr. Wang, stay at the front line of life and meet again in the future."

Wang Zhi ignored him and said directly: "Wu was deposed and resentful. After all, she was deposed queen. It was not surprising that there were still people around her willing to support her instructors. So she designed to take advantage of the opportunity of the imperial concubine to send soup to lead Han Zao, who had left the Eastern Palace, to the Western Palace, to kill Han Zao, and to blame the imperial concubine. The case was solved in this way, and the problem of Your Majesty's problem was solved. The suspect of the imperial concubine was lifted, and it would not involve the prince. Everyone was happy. Just report it like this. Isn't it good?"

Tang Fan was really afraid that he would do this, so he hurriedly said, "The imperial concubine will definitely not be satisfied with killing the deposed queen at that time, but will take the opportunity to start another cleanup and eliminate all those people she dislikes in the harem. The prince will definitely be affected. Why should Mr. Wang do such a harmless thing? What's more, the deposed queen obviously has nothing to do with this matter."

Wang Zhi snorted coldly: "Since you know you are afraid, don't think about hiding it. Tell me all the connection between the prince and Wu!"

None of the people who can hold high positions are not smart people. Even the cabinet masters who seem to be doing nothing are very powerful and smart people. Tang Fan will not take them seriously just because they don’t do practical things.

But he found that he still underestimated the admiral of the West Factory. The other party's insight was really keen. Tang Fan believed that when he talked to the deposed queen and the palace maid, he had tried his best to be careful and showed no flaws, but he did not expect that Wang Zhi could see the clues.

At this point, Tang Fan naturally could not hide it from Wang Zhi. He told me about the matter of the prince's care when he was in trouble, and then said: "The prince's filial piety is commendable. Although Wu is not his biological mother, he has never forgotten even if he becomes the prince because of this kindness. It is not difficult to hold a grudge, but the rare thing is to remember the kindness. A person who has not forgotten the kindness of others will definitely not be a traitor or evil person in the future. If he is well guided, he may become a wise king. Although Mr. Wang has the kindness of His Majesty and the Imperial Concubine, people must consider it for the future. For the people below, a tolerant prince is better than a sloppy and dark-minded crown prince, right?"

Wang Zhi snorted: "You don't have to be afraid. Since I am determined to make this kind of good relationship, I will not go back on my word! If I don't threaten you, how could you know that you are afraid and tell me the truth?"

Tang Fan thought to myself that I am really scared to death by you. If you tell Concubine Wan, Wu will be involved, and the prince will be implicated, not to mention him, a young man. However, he still smiled bitterly: "Mr. Wang, please forgive me. The prince asked me to keep this matter secret. After all, the fewer people know about it, the less dangerous it is to spread the word."

Wang Zhi narrowed his eyes and stared at him: "Since you want to cooperate, you have to pay attention to sincerity. I might as well tell you that I will not betray the prince. Wu, I can let her go, but I must know what kind of interactions you have with the prince in the future!"

Tang Fan smiled and said, "This is natural, Wang is open and honest, and I am willing to treat each other honestly."

Wang Zhi looked at him for a while and then said, "So, this case really has nothing to do with Wu?"

Tang Fan explained his just-inference about Wu's family, and then said: "It really has nothing to do with her. Maybe he has to change directions and start from the Han family."

Wang Zhi said: "As for Han Zao's death, is it sure that it is the water hole?"

Tang Fan said: "It's OK."

Wang Zhi said: "After hearing the news, the Han family went to His Highness to express their feelings. He wanted to return Han Zao's body to be buried and buried. You know, the Korean side was once His Majesty's teacher, and His Majesty was a soft-hearted person, but their request had already agreed. If Han Zao's death was related to the people from the Han family, we can go with the flow. Maybe the murderer would not be able to hold back what he did to Han Zao's body. Then we will catch the turtle in a jar. How about it?"

Tang Fanxin said it was not very good, but at this time he and Eunuch Wang had just reached a ceasefire cooperation agreement, so he must not stimulate the other party anymore, otherwise he would be angry and angry, and he would really run to Concubine Wan to complain, that would be a bad thing. So Lord Tang quickly gave a thumbs up and followed Eunuch Wang's hair stroke, showing his approval: "Gao! This trick is really high! Mr. Wang is worthy of being Mr. Wang!"

Wang Zhi sneered: "Fake it! Too fake!"

Tang Fan: "..."

Wang Zhi glanced at him squintedly: "Do you know how to flatter me if you are outside? "

Lord Tang was modest and studious: "I would like to hear it carefully."

Wang Zhi held his hands and said proudly: "I was ordered to go out of Beijing to do business last year. The local officials led the crowd to greet me. When the local county magistrate saw me coming in dust and covered in shoes, they only prepared drinks when they came to greet me. There was nothing else, so they asked me to sit down first, then took off my boots, licked the dust on my boots in person, and helped me put them on. Tang Runqing, can you get a piece of his true teaching?"

With Wang Zhi's holy family and authority, the local officials used all their strength to lower their posture in order to please him. Although it sounds horrible, it would be worth it if they could just hold Eunuch Wang's thigh.

Lord Tang’s reflex arc was a bit long, and after a moment, he let out a sigh: “Sipple!”

Wang Zhi: "..."

Tang Fan said: "The boot was drooled, and Mr. Wang had worn it all the way. Although the cowhide was quite thick, if the other party had a bit of tuberculosis or something, the saliva was hung on the boots with yellow phlegm, and because the boots were black, they couldn't tell..."

He analyzed seriously that the focus had long been distorted.

Wang Zhi couldn't help but shout angrily: "Tang Runqing, what are you thinking in your mind!"

Lord Tang blinked his pure and innocent eyes and looked back.

Wang Zhi originally wanted to show off other people's favor with him, and then beat Tang Fan, but when he said that, he became disgusted for no reason.

"It's so unlucky to talk to you!" Eunuch Wang said angrily, then walked away with a slight smile, leaving Tang Fan behind, and didn't care whether he could keep up with him or not.

Lord Tang shouted slowly behind him: "Oh, Mr. Wang, don't walk so fast, I have old arms and legs, I can't keep up!"

The case happened in the Eastern Palace, which was of great importance. Every move was watched by someone, and even the emperor was paying attention to it. Although Tang Fan was responsible for the emperor's destiny, his rank was there after all, and he could not be seen by the emperor just by wanting to see him. At this time, Wang Zhi played a very important role.

Although he was not the main investigator of the case, he could speak well in the Emperor and Concubine Wan and could meet him at any time, which was equivalent to acting as a contact between the Emperor and Tang Fan. Whenever the case progressed at a stage, Wang Zhi needed to report on any progress in detail.

Now it is initially found that it may not have much to do with the palace, and everyone was relieved. The emperor was also very satisfied with the result. He could not involve his beloved woman, nor did he need to set off a palace storm. Although he was a little sorry for his teacher, this was indeed the best result.

The emperor happily agreed to the Han family's request and asked Wang Zhi to send Han Zao's body back to them. Tang Fan would report the results on the prince's side. After hearing that it had nothing to do with Wu, the prince was also very happy and thanked Tang Fan himself.

Tang Fan smiled bitterly: "Your Highness, don't rush to thank you. Until now, the murderer has not yet revealed any clues in this case, and there are many doubts. The truth is unknown. I can only say that it may have nothing to do with the palace, and I can't say it must have nothing to do with it."

The prince smiled shyly: "I know that Tang Tuiguan must have been under a lot of pressure for this matter. And if I can really find the murderer who killed Xiaozao, I will naturally thank Tang Tuiguan!"

Although he is young, he has a kind of thoroughness beyond his age when looking at people and things.

It is said that children of poor people have become families early, and the prince is certainly not children of poor families. However, he suffered several hardships in childhood and was almost dead, but it was even more difficult than children of ordinary poor families. At that time, Concubine Bai Xian's son was also made the crown prince. After two years, he died inexplicably. Everyone knows who the murderer might be, but no one dares to say it. So although Zhu Youzhang is now made the crown prince, his situation in the palace is still terrifying step by step, walking on thin ice.

Tang Fan said: "After a detailed discussion, Eunuch Wang was ordered to investigate the case, and he also worked hard to run for it, not much less than the weak ministers. This time something happened to Han, and the imperial concubine had some doubts about the Eastern Palace, thanks to Eunuch Wang's efforts to clarify in front of His Majesty and the imperial concubine!"

Why did Wang Zhi do his best? Isn’t it to make himself leave a good impression on the prince’s heart?

Since that is the case, Tang Fan is happy to make a favor in front of the prince.

Wang Zhi didn't expect Tang Fan to be so awesome. He was happy and quickly saluted the prince and said, "I dare not claim to be hard work. It's just to comfort the dead, find out the truth, and let Your Majesty and Your Highness feel at ease!"

Generally speaking, eunuchs and palace maids have to call themselves slaves, but at the status of Wang Zhi and Shang Ming, they are no longer inferior to palace maids who can be called by others. Even the emperor wants to call them as internal ministers, so they can naturally call themselves ministers like the court ministers outside.

The prince knew that Wang Zhi was from Concubine Wan, and Concubine Wan hated him very much, so he knew it too.

When Han Zao had an accident, many people thought it was done by Concubine Wan, and Concubine Wan also suspected that the crown prince deliberately framed him. At this time, Wang Zhi could explain a few words in front of Concubine Wan and let Concubine Wan relieve her doubts about the crown prince. This favor would be great.

The prince was surprised and hurriedly said, "Neichen Wang is too humble. You are loyal to your duties. I often listen to my father's proposal. You have to worry about this case!"

Wang Zhi said solemnly: "Why do you dare to be negligent as your entrusted? You should do your best!"

After leaving the East Palace, Wang Zhi’s face then had a smile: “Okay, Runqing, I did not read you wrong, I am righteous enough!”

Look, when I was angry before, I even shouted the name with my name, but now I have been calling the word "六文" with affection. Eunuch Wang's turn against me is much faster than turning on a book.

Tang Fanyi teased with some slightest comments: "Mr. Wang, look at the sky, it's still covered with dark clouds just now, why is it clear now? It's really June, it's changeable!"

Wang Zhi smiled and pointed at him: "I am generous and don't care about you. Try this and tell Shang Ming, keeping him in a grudge, making you cry and moan!"

Tang Fan said: "How could I get along with Gong Wang instead of getting together with Shang Ming? This is called group division!"

Wang Zhi had no choice but to do anything about him. Is there anyone who tried to praise him in different ways?

You say that Tang Fan speaks without thinking. Every sentence of others is meaningful and humorous. He seems to offend people, but he doesn't really offend him. Even Wang Zhi is sometimes angry, annoyed and can't help but provoke him. He doesn't like other people, so he is willing to quarrel with Tang Fan.

He interacts with people all day long, either being cautious about his words and actions, or being always guarded against others' calculations, or having to plot against others. In this way, it would be a pleasure to be able to talk to Tang Fan for a few words, but it would be a pleasure to relax.

The two of them did not waste time, and after leaving the palace, they went directly to the Han Mansion.

With the emperor's permission, the Han family had just received Han Zao's body from the West Factory and were about to hold a funeral for him.

Wang Zhi was there, and the emperor's destiny was there, so no one dared to neglect the big picture. Han Qi led the whole family to open the middle door to greet him, but as Han Zao's parents, Han Fang and Lin were not there. The second wife was Han Hui, the adopted son of Han Fang.

Han Hui was young and was young. More than ten years ago, Lin had just married South Korea for a few years. Because he had no children, South Korea refused to divorce his wife or take a concubine. Zhou made Han and Lin recognize Han Hui, who is of the same clan, as his adopted son.

While carefully apologizing to Wang Zhi and the others, Han Qi smiled bitterly: "After hearing about Azao's incident, the dog couple was greatly stimulated and they were bedridden. After Han Zao's body was sent back yesterday, Lin forced himself to get up again, regardless of dissuasion, and he must keep a watch on him. As a result, he fell ill again early this morning. He also asked Mr. Wang and Mr. Tang to sit for a while, and I will let them come and see him."

The eldest wife Han Yu is now an official in another place. Han Qi is now at 60 years old, and his official career is not as good as his two sons. He used to be the head of a small six ministries. Seeing that he was old and had no hope of promotion, he simply resigned and was idle at home to enjoy his old age.

Although both sons have official positions and the second son Han Fang was the emperor's teacher, that was the same thing as before. Not to mention the emperor's teacher, even if his son is now the Minister of Real Power, Han Qi would never dare to offend Wang Zhi.

Wang Zhi waved his hand: "No need, it's important to investigate the case. If necessary, we will go over and ask them in person. We will also ask them to mourn and follow the changes. We will come to pay our respects this time, so we will walk around the mansion. Please find someone to lead the way. Please notify the female family in the family in advance so as not to be disturbed for some unknown reason."

Although he was young, he was quite majestic. He wore a gorgeous Qilin suit and said everything he had, and his femininity suddenly turned into sharpness. In front of the powerful Wang Chengong, the Han family couldn't help but slow down his breathing a little.

In contrast, Tang Fan was just a foil and sat there.

However, Tang Fan naturally doesn't care. On the contrary, he is happy to be idle. He occasionally agrees with a few words, and most of the time he only watches Mr. Wang and the Han family socializing.

Regarding Wang Zhi's words, the Han family naturally quickly responded to it, and then sent Han Hui out, and instructed the Han family to cooperate with the investigation and not to collide with Wang Zhi and Tang Fan.

Eunuch Wang was impatient to greet Han Qi more, and Han Qi felt uncomfortable when he met Eunuch Wang. With Han Hui coming forward, Han Qi used the excuse to avoid it, and both of them were more comfortable.

Han was young and died young, which was different from Zheng Cheng. The funeral was not suitable for a large-scale arrangement. Except for Han Hui and the servants of the second wife, it had no effect on Han Qi, Zhou and others. This also shows that the relationship between the second wife and their parents and the eldest wife brothers was mediocre.

He asked Tang Fan and the others: "Where are you looking at, I can take you there."

Han Hui is a gentle and gentle young man. He is not tall and speaks and behaves very gentle and politely. After he heard that his younger brother died prematurely, he asked for leave from the Imperial College. Now neither the Korean side nor the Lin clan can take matters. He basically handles the funerals inside and outside with the help of his servants. He looks haggard and his eyes are red after a day.

Tang Fan asked: "Han was a young grandson of the Han family, and he should have been extremely precious. Why do I think it makes my grandfather and grandmother look less sad?"

Han Hui smiled bitterly: "Children and grandchildren do not tell the faults of their elders. This should not be said by me. Since the adults asked, I had to tell them the truth. Grandfather and grandmother did not like my mother, so they were quite cold to Xiaozao. In comparison, what they loved more was the cousin from my uncle."

Tang Fan said: "How is your grandfather and grandmother related to your father?"

Han Hui hesitated: "According to my observation, it seems to be just mediocre."

Tang Fan turned around and asked, "Who was responsible for escorting Han Zao when he set out to the palace that day?"
To be continued...