Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 99

Chapter 99 Draw A Lesson From
After returning to the barracks to take care of military affairs for a while, it was getting late and it was already late at night. Qin Mubai called Pang Fei to his room and gave him a secret instruction.

“Master, why did the Emperor suddenly allow you to take such a long vacation this time? Didn’t the two Little Highnesses leave you right and left? Is there something hidden in it?” Pang Fei asked.

“There’s no hidden information. Don’t ask what you shouldn’t have asked.” Qin Mubai said, “I called you here to tell you something important and confidential.”

“Master, please speak!” Pang Fei immediately sat down and waited for Qin Mubai’s instructions.

“If the third person finds out about this, our heads will definitely fall off. Furthermore, it might even harm our families.” Qin Mubai said solemnly, “So, you must think of a way to reply.”

“Uh … so serious?” Pang Fei’s expression changed in fright, but he immediately gritted his teeth, “I beg you in the midst of wealth and honor, once I follow my master, I will follow you for the rest of my life! I don’t want to live the same life, but I want to die the same life. Master, just tell me, even if I risk my life, I will do this well!”

“I don’t want you to swear or swear. I believe you. Actually, it’s very simple, but you just need to be careful.” Qin Mubai said, “Before I tell you about this mission, let me tell you another secret. In a few days, Changsun Huan will be leaving. There will be a vacancy for a deputy envoy in Baiji …”

“Really?!” Pang Fei’s eyes immediately lit up with excitement, but he immediately smiled awkwardly, “This disciple is only a team leader now, he doesn’t dare to overreach.” However, with Master here, this disciple has hope. Master, if you have something to do, just tell me. This disciple will definitely do his best to do it well. “This disciple knows that Master has never treated me badly, but I have to do more work and do more for Master before I can live up to it!”

“Well said. I’m very happy that you have such an awareness.” Qin Mubai nodded in satisfaction and said, “Now listen carefully. If anything happens to Princess Gaoyang’s marriage during my ten days away, you must think of a way to send a letter to me from the palace.”

Pang Fei was stunned, “Is that it?”

“That’s it.”

“Master, are you done?”

“Nonsense!” Qin Mubai glared at him, “Do you really think I want you to do something particularly dangerous?” However, you must be careful not to let anyone know about this matter. Even if you contact me, I can’t openly go to the Qin Manor. I’ll tell you a place–to the southwest of Nanqujiang Square in Chang’an City, there is a deserted village. There is a farmhouse there, where Miss Yao’er and a group of orphans live. You can just go there and find me. ”

“So Miss Yao’er lives there” Pang Fei chuckled and nodded, “Master, don’t worry, this disciple can still do this little thing.”

‘”Shut up! Do you think what I said is nothing but nonsense? What I said to you earlier is not nonsense. If you do something like this and the news leaks out, you will definitely lose your head!” Qin Mubai scolded in a low voice.

Pang Fei’s expression tightened as he hastily cupped his hands and said seriously, “Yes, disciple, remember, I will not dare to neglect you in the slightest!”

That night, Qin Mubai took advantage of the night to quietly leave the palace and return home.

The Qin Mansion was quiet, but Qin Shubao’s room was still lit. Qin Mubai originally didn’t want to disturb his father’s rest, but Qin Shubao was alert to find someone in the mansion. He opened the door and saw that it was Qin Mubai and called out, “Is it Sanlang?”

“Father, it’s me.” Qin Mubai hurriedly stepped forward and said, “It’s getting late. I’m going to come back tomorrow to greet my father.”

“Come into the room.”

When the father and son entered the room, Qin Mubai stood beside his father and felt that something was wrong in his heart. Looking at the situation, Qin Shubao was not in a good mood today, and his expression was very solemn.

“I knew you would come back.”

“Oh? How did father know?” Qin Shubao asked in surprise.

Qin Shubao glanced at Qin Mubai and said indifferently, “I have followed the Emperor for so many years. I have some understanding of his temperament and habits. Right now, the news of Princess Gaoyang’s marriage is boiling in the city. At this time, the Emperor will definitely let you leave the palace temporarily to avoid suspicion.”

“Father is right” Qin Mubai nodded. “Not only that, the Emperor also found an excuse to give me a big reward. In the next few days, he will send someone to give me a house.”

“Is that so?” Qin Shubao frowned slightly, his eyes flickering with starlight as he pondered for a moment before suddenly nodding his head in realization, “Not bad.” It was indeed the Emperor’s style to reward people with impunity. In this way, you owe the emperor a great debt of gratitude. “Furthermore, by acting like this, he is undoubtedly declaring to everyone that you and Princess Gaoyang are innocent. They are definitely not as rumored as the outside world has said.”

“Father is wise, this child also thinks so!” Qin Mubai replied, “Originally, this child had nothing to do with Princess Gao Yang. Other than being the principal minister, she was at most considered a friend.” The Hundred Cavalry served the royal family, and the princess made me have no choice but to comply, so I played with her a few times. Moreover, the child tried his best to shirk the responsibility. This time, it was actually Princess Gao Yang who opposed marrying into the Fang Clan and used the child once. ”

“Father trusts you in this matter.” Qin Shubao said firmly, “You don’t have to explain anything to me. I just hope that this matter can pass as soon as possible. Don’t interfere and get involved again. Do you understand?”

“I know.” Qin Mubai nodded in agreement, but he thought to himself, “How could it be so easy?” The plan that Princess Gaoyang and I had planned was only half implemented, and we had no choice but to launch it. Otherwise, I would have set her up. How could Princess Gaoyang stop with me?

“After this matter settles down, don’t stay with the Hundred Cavalry anymore.” Qin Shubao suddenly spoke out in astonishment.

Qin Mubai was slightly stunned, but he didn’t say anything else. He just nodded and said, “That’s what I think too.” The imperial palace was filled with dangerous killing intent, and it was truly not a peaceful place. Although Baiji was favored by the scenery, it was actually even more dangerous than going into battle. He was always holding his head up and risking his life. Instead, I might as well be transferred to the army and become a true general. It’s better to die like this than to be trapped in a sneak arrow. ”

“Looks like you’ve realized it yourself. That’s good.” Qin Shubao stroked his long beard and nodded. After a moment of silence, he said, “Actually, father has already entered the palace and met His Majesty.”

“When?” Qin Mubai was even more surprised. Father hadn’t appeared in court for several years, but this time he actually went to see the Emperor.

“Today.” Qin Shubao said, “Just as the news about you and Princess Gaoyang spread like wildfire, I went into the palace to meet the Emperor for my father.”

“What did father do? Did he plead for mercy for me?” Qin Mubai asked.

“Of course not.” Qin Shubao was still calm and said word by word, “On the contrary, I beg for father’s orders and let the Emperor bestow your death!”

!

Qin Mubai was shocked at first, but he immediately calmed down and nodded, “Father did the right thing … If you plead for mercy, the Emperor might really kill me. Actually, this afternoon, this child did the same and dealt with me.”

“What is it?”

Qin Mubai told Qin Shubao about Changsun Huan.

“That’s right. Looks like you’ve grown much stronger these days. You didn’t follow the Emperor for nothing.” Qin Shubao nodded and said, “The Emperor is a wise lord and a saint. He has a keen eye and a unique opinion. Whoever wants to slander the Emperor and complain to him will not only be useless, but will instead cause trouble for himself.” Changsun Huan is an example. You did the right thing. Similarly, if Father pleads with the Emperor not to kill you, he might really start killing you. Because that makes him even more certain that you’re guilty. Otherwise, why should I plead for you? “The Emperor has such a personality. You must remember it in the future.”

“Yes. During this period of time, this child has also experienced it deeply.” Qin Mubai sighed, shook his head, and said, “This child feels that the Emperor is practically able to see through the heavens, and seems to be able to see through the minds of others.” I remembered what my father said to me before I entered the palace. At that time, you said, never forget, the emperor is the one who controls everything. He had to be taken into account in everything he did in the palace, and he could not be ignored at any time. Now it seemed that his father’s teachings were incomparably correct. My child, however, was somewhat careless at some point, which led to some trouble today. “This time, I’ve learned a painful lesson!”

“It’s not too late to wake up.” Qin Shubao said, “You can rest at home for a period of time. Try not to go out. After this period of publicity, you can find a way to ask for a transfer and do whatever you want. Don’t worry, the Emperor will definitely agree to it.”

Qin Mubai thought for a moment and nodded, “Father is right.” Right now, the Emperor wants me to leave Princess Gao Yang’s line of sight. It would be even better if I could disappear from Chang’an. Moreover, the child could feel that he was trying to transfer the power of the Hundred Cavalry. He had let the child rest for ten days, first to calm down the rumors, and secondly, to start reorganizing among the hundred cavalry. Changsun Huan was definitely going to be laid off. Li Junxian took his place, and he was also in the position of Longevity. This way, it won’t be long before Li Junxian can completely take over the Hundred Cavalry and replace them with me. ”

“That’s right … this is indeed the Emperor’s usual method.” Qin Shubao sighed softly and said, “He won the world on the battlefield. He is very good at governing the army. When Baiji was first established, Li Junxian was with you. His name is Assistant, and he is actually supervising it. To the Emperor, no one under him is indispensable. There will always be a replacement. You are no exception. The Emperor’s foreshadowing was planted long ago.”

“Yes, this child understood from the beginning.” Qin Mubai said, “The emperor can’t let any of his subjects dominate. Even if it’s just a small army of Baiji, he needs absolute control. The child may seem indispensable, but in fact, he can be replaced in an instant. This is the emperor’s brilliance.”

“Yes. It is both a blessing and a sorrow for us as subjects to meet such an emperor.” Qin Shubao seemed to have fallen into endless memories as he leisurely said, “Therefore, we can’t rely on our pet to think that we are unique and irreplaceable at any time. There are already a lot of people who have made such mistakes. Take it as a warning!”