Chapter 71: Saving the Aloof Crown Prince 22

The attendants began to report the truth they had investigated.

"It is related to the Liu family; before the Empress entered the capital, the Liu family was also a prominent clan in Hangzhou. At that time, the Liu young master engaged in burning, killing, looting, and committed all kinds of evil."

"The Liu young master then took a liking to the Miss of the Jin family; when his proposal was rejected, he had someone ruin her reputation."

"At that time, the Miss Jin already had an engagement; with her family's support, she and her husband fled the Hangzhou city that had spat at her, but she was discovered by the enraged Liu young master. The entire Jin family could not escape his clutches and was wiped out in a single night."

"Later, she and her husband were found dead on the way by a distant relative of the Jin family, also killed by the Liu young master, and the child's whereabouts remain unknown."

"Miss Jin is the mother of Jin Chen; the Liu young master is the Empress's brother, the uncle of the Crown Prince, and General Liu Kang."

Xiao Su listened, then remained stunned for a long while.

He waved his hand, "Go on, this matter must be kept secret."

"Understood."

The attendant left the carriage.

The Liu family… actually is also the Liu family.

Xiao Su's phoenix eyes were full of killing intent.

At this moment, Jin Chen happened to return and ordered the carriage driver to go back to the mansion.

He saw that Xiao Su's expression was off, frowned and sat down, "What's wrong, Xiao Su? Unhappy?"

"... No."

Xiao Su leaned into Jin Chen's embrace, tightly gripping his waist with both hands.

Yet her tone was low, "You've been away too long."

He still did not know how to tell Jin Chen the truth.

Both are grudges of exterminated clans; he knows this pain too well and does not want Jin Chen to be tormented by hatred as well.

"Don't be unhappy, come eat candied haws."

Jin Chen thought he was being coy, lightly kissed Xiao Su's forehead, and brought the candied haws he held to his lips.

"I am not a child."

Although Xiao Su said that, he honestly took a bite; the rich sweet-and-sour flavor was quite appetizing.

"Let me taste, is it sweet or not?"

Jin Chen lowered his head, licking the sugar-stained lips of Xiao Su.

"... Mm."

Xiao Su's lashes trembled slightly; he unconsciously opened his mouth a little, but Jin Chen seized the moment, hooking and sucking.

His breathing was disrupted; after so many kisses he could not hold out for long, let alone this fierce kiss from Jin Chen.

"Has your mood improved?"

Jin Chen slightly pulled away and asked in a low voice.

"All right." Xiao Su's lips curved slightly; amid his coolness there was tenderness, showing obedience as he actively buried himself in Jin Chen's embrace.

Forget it……

Look for another chance to say it.

Xiao Su took another bite, eating quietly; from time to time Jin Chen lured him to eat the rest, and finally the candied haws were finished, and he too was left strengthless from the kisses.

After all, his body is still a bit weak.

Just two days ago he again experienced the joys of fish and water.

Jin Chen helped him smooth his slipped outer robe, his peach-blossom eyes lowered, "Xiao Su, do you want to completely detoxify?"

As he said this, Xiao Su's phoenix eyes grew brighter, full of hope as he lifted his gaze to Jin Chen.

"I want… I want to detoxify, so I can stay with you longer."

His cool voice was covered with a layer of moisture.

If he had not met Jin Chen, after avenging his grudge he would also have no desire to continue living.

But now he only wants to live a little longer.

"The Heaven Moon Pavilion has found a kind of detox pill that can exactly neutralize the poison in your body."

Jin Chen pityingly kissed away the tears at the corners of Xiao Su's eyes, his low voice wrapped in infinite tenderness.

"When we return to the mansion tonight, I will help Xiao Su remove the poison from his body."

"All right," Xiao Su first replied, then recalling the pain when the poison flared, he paused, tightened his grip on Jin Chen's clothes, and asked, "Will it hurt very much?"

Jin Chen chuckled lowly, "Don't worry, there won't be any feeling."

"Besides in bed, your husband naturally cannot bear to let Xiao Su feel pain."

Xiao Su immediately understood the meaning of these words, feeling both shy and annoyed, and pushed him.

——

After returning to the mansion, the two had dinner.

Xiao Su again declined many officials who came to the Crown Prince's mansion to inquire after his well-being.

When the sky gradually darkened, he received news from the Heaven Moon Pavilion's spy.

Jin Chen was leaning on the courtyard chaise lounge, discussing later arrangements with Xiao Su.

"Sir, the emperor could not find the perpetrator, flew into a rage, punished all the palace maids and eunuchs inside the palace; now resentment runs rampant in the imperial palace, and Elder Shadow Seven has told you to make preparations."

"At the latest, before the beginning of next month, the Heaven Moon Pavilion will carry out an operation to assassinate the emperor."

Jin Chen responded, then asked again coldly.

"What about the two princes' mansions?"

"The Crown Prince's internal gu poison has flared up, hindering wound healing; he is still bedridden, while the Second Prince seems to have figured things out, today meeting with many of his supporting officials and advisors."

Jin Chen: "Understood, keep watching Xiao Yunye; if necessary, add something to his medicine so he must be able to stand and come to the Crown Prince's mansion for the housewarming banquet."

Here

The spy clasped his fist and left the Tai Zi Fu in a few moves.

0731 Youyou spoke.

【Host now doesn't even need me to obtain information.】

【Your role is greater.】

Jin Chen fed Xiao Su a grape, distractedly comforting the dissatisfied system.

0731 was also easily appeased; in an instant it felt powerful, and such a small matter didn't need it!

Xiao Su had no particular thoughts, and even felt pleased about his father the emperor's impending assassination.

He counted on his fingers, "There are still 16 days until the beginning of next month; we must completely overthrow Xiao Yunye, let the empress and General Liu receive their retribution, and have the Second Imperial Prince prepare to become emperor."

Jin Chen: "The world is inherently changeful; the succession of thrones is natural; the common people care not who is emperor, only whether their lives will improve."

Indeed

Xiao Su nodded, "I've heard Hangzhou has outstanding people and spiritual land, with clear winds and pure waters; once everything settles, shall we go back to your hometown to have a look?"

Su Bao, wherever you want to go is fine, though the mountains are high and the road long, I will accompany you myself.

Jin Chen lifted him and walked toward the Qin Gong.

But today's more important matter is to purge the poison from your body.

——

Two days later.

Xiao Zhuoxian received a letter sent by Yun Jiannan's servant, inviting him to meet at the Azure Water Pavilion.

After that day, upon thinking it through, Xiao Zhuoxian also knew that the imperial younger brother's recent moves were incessant, and with the Heaven-Moon Pavilion as his backing, the father emperor being forced into the palace was only a matter of time.

He had also been constantly discussing with his advisor how to be a good ruler.

It seems he has also somewhat neglected Yun Jiannan.

Xiao Zhuoxian entered the room mentioned in the letter.

He saw the beauty seated by the window sill, wearing a cyan gauze and silk Shu brocade dress, her figure slender, lightly made up, dignified and gentle.

Upon seeing him enter, Yun Jiannan pursed her lips and smiled lightly; in that instant, a tenderness appeared in Xiao Zhuoxian's eyes.

Greetings, Your Highness.

Yun Jiannan rose to salute, but Xiao Zhuoxian took her hand, preventing her from bowing.

Between us, there's no need to stand on ceremony.

Her cheeks flushed slightly as she poured Xiao Zhuoxian a cup of tea.

Your Highness, I invited you out today because I discovered the marvelous nature of that jade bracelet; what the Crown Prince and Minister Jin said is indeed correct.

What do you mean?

Xiao Zhuoxian asked.