Do you know: I have a different surname: Wang, uncle Minglan.

Chapter 316 Move Master Wang out of the Imperial Ancestral Temple!

Queen Kang could feel the sharp sword that had just passed by her cheek. If there was even the slightest mistake, she would lose her face.

Although she is middle-aged, she still has charm, and her husband is very unfaithful.

If this face was really disfigured, the consequences would be unimaginable!

She took a deep breath and tried hard to suppress her frightened thoughts. She looked back at the sword, her pupils shrank, and it was obvious that she was still frightened.

"Madam Zhang, is this how the Marquis' Mansion entertains guests?"

Zhang Guifen's face was cold and solemn, "I am a woman of honor bestowed by the court, call me Madam!"

At this moment, Queen Kang's face looked extremely ugly.

If she had known this earlier, she would not have come to this mansion.

"Our two families."

She wanted to say that the two families were related, but when she saw Zhang Guifen's murderous eyes, she instantly became timid, suppressed what she wanted to say, and said slowly:

"Even if you don't consider the Sheng family's face, you should consider the face of Miss Sheng Liu and her mother, right?"

"Why do we have to make things so embarrassing?"

Embarrassing?

Zhang Guifen sneered, "I often heard from Ming girl that since the Sheng family came to the capital, you have often visited the Sheng family, and during that time, you have troubled my sister more than once."

"To tell you the truth, if it happens again, and I hear from others that you dare to disrespect my sister again, I will find a way to embarrass your Kang family!"

Queen Kang was stunned.

She really didn't expect that Zhang Guifen would be so tough.

As a dignified marquisate, don’t you even have the dignity to entertain guests?
In fact, Zhang Guifen didn't treat her as a guest at all.

Can anyone who wants to cross the threshold of the Marquis' Mansion just cross it?

Seeing that Kang Wangshi wanted to say something, Zhang Guifen became impatient and said, "Get lost."

How could Wang Kang have ever suffered such injustice?
If it were any other family, I'm afraid she would have thrown a tantrum and let all the powerful people in the capital know what her family is like.

But he didn’t dare to do so in the Marquis’ Mansion.

If for no other reason, then for the twelve imperially bestowed halberds standing in front of the marquis's mansion.

On the plaque in the main hall, there are a few words written by the new emperor - House of Loyalty and Bravery.

Just the sight of the twelve halberds in front of the door was enough to intimidate her.

How big a dragon pet is this?
"We all live in the capital, and we usually see each other every day. Aunt Zhang, Madam Zhang, I hope you take care of yourself!"

As soon as Mrs. Kang finished speaking, she saw Zhang Guifen's face becoming increasingly gloomy. She didn't dare to say anything more and simply left.

She came here today to use the power of the Marquis' Mansion to help her husband get a position in the court.

Just recently, when the late Emperor Zhao Zhen passed away, the head of the Kang family actually took another concubine.

The matter was reported to the emperor by the censor, and the new emperor was furious and directly dismissed the head of the Kang family from all his official positions.

If the Kang family wants to gain a foothold in the court, they can only rely on the Loyalty and Bravery Marquis's Mansion.

After all, everyone knows that Wei Yuan is leading the troops to war and shouldering the responsibility of the country. As for their family, I am afraid that even the royal family will give them some face.

I thought that by relying on my eloquent tongue and some flattery, I could make this lady Zhang smile, but who knew that I would start a war right away.

As soon as she left the Marquis' Mansion, Minglan and Hai Chaoyun also came out from behind the screen.

The former said: "Aunt, this Kang Wang family has always been a revengeful person. You said you are worried that she will damage my reputation, but you are not worried that she will not let it go so easily?"

Zhang Guifen touched Minglan's head and said with a smile, "What kind of family background do we have? Your uncle is the prime minister and the prince's tutor. Even the reputation and power of Kang Wang's father, the old tutor Wang, is not as high as your uncle's. Are you afraid that she can stir up some trouble?"

That being said, Minglan was afraid that Princess Kang would do some small and unpresentable things to disgust the Marquis' Mansion.

"However, Kang Wang said something right. We all make a living under the emperor. We meet each other every day, so we really shouldn't offend him easily."

When Minglan and Hai Chaoyun heard what Zhang Guifen said, they thought that she was regretting going to war with Queen Kang. After all, there were many ways to solve the problem, and there was no need to use power to pressure others.

"Don't worry, aunt. When I get back, I will tell my father about this. My father won't dare to ask you and uncle to do anything easily. When he learns about this, he will definitely hate the Kang Wang family."

"My father informed the elders of the Kang Wang family, and she dared not stir up any more trouble."

Minglan said.

Hearing this, Zhang Guifen shook her head and smiled, "Silly girl, what are you thinking about?"

"Your aunt really doesn't take the Wang family and the Kang family seriously."

"What I wanted to say just now is that you should not offend people easily, but once you offend someone, you should make sure they have no chance of recovery."

what?
Minglan called out subconsciously.

Zhang Guifen smiled and said, "This is what your uncle taught me."

The next day.

Zhang Guifen took Zhuang Ge'er and Jing Jie'er to the palace to pay their respects to Empress Dowager Cao.

In Shoukang Palace.

There were palace maids who were specifically responsible for taking care of the two children.

Empress Dowager Cao, who was sitting on the phoenix couch, glanced at Zhang Guifen meaningfully and said:

"You little girl, I don't usually see you coming to see me, what's the matter today?"

After Zhao Zhen's death, Empress Dowager Cao seemed to have aged a lot in an instant.

Previously, a minister had suggested that she could rule the country from behind the scenes, but the new emperor reprimanded her. From then on, Empress Cao no longer asked about the affairs of the front palace and focused on being the empress dowager.

She finally realized that her son was a man with his own ideas.

If you intervene too much, it will affect the relationship between mother and child.

Since his own son said that he could ensure the prosperity of the Cao family for generations, why should he still rule the country from behind the curtain?
At this time, Zhang Guifen knelt in front of Empress Dowager Cao, massaging her legs, and said in a heavy tone:
"It's mainly to see you."

"Since the death of Emperor Renzong, Fen'er hasn't come to the palace to see you. First, I feel that if Fen'er can't wait to come to the palace to see you right after the death of the previous emperor, others will think that Fen'er is trying to curry favor with the Queen Mother. I'm afraid that it will bring trouble to you, the Queen Mother."

"Secondly, my husband is going to lead the army to war. Fen'er is extremely worried and unhappy. If she meets you, the Queen Mother, I'm afraid it will make her even sadder."

Empress Dowager Cao stroked Zhang Guifen's head and said with a smile, "You are so thoughtful, little girl."

"However, as an elder, I still have to talk about you."

"When the late emperor was still alive, I held a banquet in the palace. Even though Zhang Maoze shouldn't have targeted you, you don't have to embarrass me in front of so many people."

She mentioned this matter intentionally, not to disclose the matter to Zhang Guifen, so that the two of them would not have to bear any grudges over it in the future.

Instead, it was to eliminate any grudges between the Cao family and the Wei family.

The Cao family is not a real royal family after all.

Even though I am the queen mother, there will be a day when I die.

What can the Cao family do when I am gone?

They are definitely no match for the Wei family, who are young and strong and are making great contributions to the country.

Zhang Guifen nodded sincerely and said, "The Empress Dowager is teaching you that you should regard Fener as young and ignorant. Please be magnanimous and forgive Fener that time, right? Fener was just too worried about my husband."

As he spoke, he actually lowered his head and lay on the Queen Mother's legs.

Just like when he was a child, he liked to lie on the Queen Mother's lap and listen to some teachings.

At first, the children of Wu Xun's family either studied in the palace or often came to the palace to play. Empress Dowager Cao thought that if she let those children come to the palace more often, she might be able to produce a "golden boy who can give birth to a child" and fulfill her dream of being a mother.

It was at that time that Zhang Guifen, due to her playful and free-spirited personality, was quickly noticed by Empress Dowager Cao.

At that time, Empress Dowager Cao was often depressed because she could not give birth to a son or daughter for Zhao Zhen. Later, Zhang Guifen came to the palace to play, which brought some joy to the empress dowager.

Therefore, the Queen Mother was like an elder to Zhang Guifen.

"Girl of the Zhang family, you are not a child anymore. Your husband, as the current prince's tutor, shoulders the responsibility of the country and the people."

"From now on, don't let your temper take over whatever you say or do. Think twice before you act."

Even now, Empress Dowager Cao still regards herself as Zhang Guifen's elder and is willing to give her some teachings.

This is an honor that no one else can get.

Zhang Guifen nodded firmly and said, "I will definitely remember the Queen Mother's teachings."

Empress Dowager Cao said 'hmm' and then asked, "You are here to visit me today, what's the secondary purpose?"

"Secondary." Zhang Guifen murmured first, then knelt down and kowtowed, saying: "Fen'er entered the palace today and would like to see His Majesty the Emperor."

Empress Dowager Cao's expression suddenly changed.

After a while.

Empress Dowager Cao sent someone to invite the new emperor to Shoukang Palace.

With the help of Wang Anshi, the new emperor dealt with some confidential matters and then went straight to Shoukang Palace.

He smashed the stone tablet erected by Taizu and erected a new one, although it was for the sake of justice.

But there were always some rumors among the people that he did not respect Taizu.

Failure to respect Taizu means being unfilial.

Therefore, whenever Empress Dowager Cao had something to do, Zhao Xi would always rush there as soon as possible to show his filial piety.

Sometimes he also asked Wang Anshi whether he was truly filial with such thoughts.
How could Wang Anshi dare to say no? He could only say that a gentleman is judged by deeds, not by heart.
After Zhao Xi arrived at Shoukang Palace, the eunuchs and maids in the hall, including Zhang Guifen, all knelt on the ground and shouted "Long live the emperor".

Zhao Xi didn't pay much attention to it. He just focused his eyes on Zhang Guifen for a moment, then bowed to the Queen Mother and said:
"I, your son, pay my respects to you, my mother. I wonder why you summoned me here?"

Empress Dowager Cao said with a kind face, "It's not me who came to look for you. It's our Lady of Yanmen County who wants to see you."

Zhao Xi said "Oh" curiously, looked at Zhang Guifen, and said with a smile: "Master Wei is my teacher, Lady Yanmen County, there is no need to be polite, please stand up."

Zhang Guifen still knelt on the ground, "Your Majesty, I came to the palace today to ask for forgiveness!"

Please excuse me?

interesting.

Zhao Xi sat on a chair next to the phoenix couch, picked a grape from the table and threw it into his mouth, smiling, "What crime have you committed?"

Zhang Guifen said bluntly: "Your Majesty, yesterday, the daughter of the late Grand Tutor Wang, Lady Kang, came to our Wei family and wanted to establish a relationship with our Wei family, saying that she hoped that this concubine and you could help her."

"As for how to help, I didn't ask in detail and drove her out of the mansion, because I know that everything my mansion has gained is due to the emperor's grace. How can I use public power for personal gain?"

"I thought this matter was over, but who knew that Wang Kang would go around destroying the reputation of my mansion, saying that my mansion relied on the emperor's grace and acted lawlessly."

"My family has always been loyal to the emperor and patriotic. How could we do such a thing as relying on the emperor's grace and looking down on others? But I am worried that after His Majesty knows about this, he will be furious. Therefore, I first apologize to His Majesty and ask His Majesty to punish my Wei family!"

Zhao Xi listened to the whole story and frowned, "It was the Kang Wang family who was gossiping behind the scenes. Your Wei family is not only innocent, but also meritorious. After all, you did not abuse your power for personal gain, so what crime have you committed?"

Zhang Guifen pretended to smile bitterly and said, "Your Majesty, do you know that what people say is scary? Everyone knows that the reason why our Wei family is what it is today and my husband was able to be reinstated and recover the homeland for Your Majesty is because of Your Majesty's exceptional promotion."

"Although my husband is the Prince's tutor, he is, after all, a disciple of the Emperor and a loyal subject to His Majesty!"

"Today, such remarks have been spread, which have ruined the reputation of our Wei family. Isn't it secretly accusing Your Majesty of not being able to judge people? It would be fine if the official and I suffered some injustice, but this matter has to involve Your Majesty. How can I not come here to apologize?"

After saying this, he kowtowed heavily.

Hearing this, Zhao Xi suddenly stood up and slammed the table, angrily saying: "In that case, then the Queen Kang should be killed!"

Zhang Guifen took the opportunity to say, "Your Majesty, please calm down! All the sins are caused by my Wei family. If Your Majesty punishes my Wei family and my husband, then this matter can be put to rest. Otherwise, I am worried that people will spread rumors that Your Majesty is not good at judging people. By then, I and your Excellency will really be punished by death!"

At this time, Wei Yuan was busy fighting a decisive battle with the main force of the Liao army.

Because no matter which emperor came to power, it would be impossible for him to change his general.

Moreover, what Zhang Guifen said seemed to be talking about herself and the Wei family, but in fact, she wanted to kill Queen Kang.

Empress Dowager Cao, sitting on the phoenix couch, remained silent.

This is the Wei family's business and has nothing to do with her.

She just listened to the opera.

Zhao Xi said angrily: "I used the Guards, but it turned out that I didn't know how to judge people? If there were no Guards, who would have relieved the siege of Bianjing?"

"Then Queen Kang is really a vicious person! Fortunately, you reminded me. Since she dared to say it, she must take the risk of taking responsibility."

"Come here, issue an order to order Yan Da, the commander of the Imperial City Division, to conduct a thorough investigation of the two families of King Kang. If anyone is found guilty, they will be severely punished!"

At this point, he felt there was a loophole and added,

"I know about the Kang family. They dared to take a concubine right after the late emperor passed away. They really deserve to be killed!"

"Even if the Kang family is innocent, they will still be exiled to Lingnan!"

He's not stupid.

I understand why Zhang Guifen came to the palace today.

Regardless of the relationship between the monarch and his subjects, let's take a step back and say that if the issue of King Kang's family is not resolved, how can Wei Yuan fight the war properly if he finds out?
What if I get distracted and accidentally lose the battle?
This is a battle for the fate of the nation, and we cannot afford to be careless!

Not to mention the small Kang and Wang families, even if it is a serious military family, Zhao Xi will give the Wei family a satisfactory result!

"I heard that old Grand Tutor Wang is worthy of being enshrined in the Imperial Temple? He has the nerve to be enshrined in the Imperial Temple after giving birth to such a daughter?! Move the tablet of old Grand Tutor Wang out of the Imperial Temple!"

Having said this, Zhao Xi personally helped Zhang Guifen up and said earnestly:
"After all, this is a private matter between your Wei family and the Kang Wang family."

"I hope that these private matters can be dealt with as soon as possible. Don't tell the guard in Xiangzhou. Let him lead the troops well."

Needless to say, Zhang Guifen would not have told Wei Yuan about what happened at this critical moment.
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I will never tell you about this matter before my master returns triumphantly."

"Your concubine, your concubine"

At this point, Zhang Guifen suddenly pretended to be pitiful and even shed tears.

"Your Majesty has been ordered to go to war. As a woman, it is difficult for me to deal with these rumors. Thank you, Your Majesty, for your help!"

Zhao Xi hurriedly said, "Madam, there is no need for that!"

At this point, they suddenly heard the sound of a child crying in the hall.

Zhang Guifen could instantly tell that it was Zhuang Ge'er crying.

Zhao Xi asked curiously, "Where did the crying child come from in Shoukang Palace?"

Zhang Guifen quickly explained: "I came to see the Empress Dowager today, and I brought the two children with me. I thought the Empress Dowager liked children, but unexpectedly the child started crying. I will go and comfort him now."

After saying that, he walked towards the direction where the crying sound came from.

Zhao Xi asked curiously, "From the sound of the child crying, it seems to be a boy. Is he the Wei Qiji given by the late emperor?"

Zhang Guifen nodded and said, "Your Majesty, it must be him. Only this child's cry is louder."

"Wei Qiji! Haha!" Zhao Xi suddenly laughed twice, almost scaring Zhang Guifen. Then, the emperor laughed heartily and said:
"I want to meet this Wei Qiji!"

(End of this chapter)