Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

Within the high walls and deep courtyards of Prince Jin's Mansion, rumors about Fan's mother and son spread quietly like a haze.

After hearing these rumors, Zhu Gang felt angry and suspicious, and his face was filled with fury.

This rumor not only concerned the innocence of Fan's mother and son, but also pierced Zhu Gang's heart like a thorn.

It affected the reputation of his Prince Jin's Mansion and even the face of the Ming royal family.

Zhu Gang paced back and forth in the study, his steps heavy and his brows furrowed.

He knew very well that if this matter was not dealt with in time, it would spread like wildfire and be out of control.

Just when Zhu Gang was about to send people to conduct a thorough investigation, he didn't know that the mastermind behind the scenes had already laid a tight net, waiting for his every move.

Those behind the scenes are meticulous and ruthless.

Not only had they been tracking and monitoring Wang Chengyi's whereabouts for a long time, they also carefully selected some extraordinary assassins and hid them in the dark corners near the Prince of Jin's Mansion.

These masked men were like poisonous snakes in the dark, lurking patiently and closely observing Wang Chengyi's training.

On a dark and windy night, the moonlight was like frost, sprinkling on the dilapidated eaves of the temple.

Wang Chengyi searched carefully for possible clues in the ruined temple, leaving no corner unsearched.

Suddenly, the sound of footsteps, so light that it was almost inaudible, came into his ears like a ghostly whisper.

"who?

come out! "

Wang Chengyi shouted loudly, his voice like a bell.

He quickly drew out his sword, and the sword flashed a cold light in the moonlight.

At this time, Wang Chengyi's eyes were looking around vigilantly like an eagle, not missing any suspicious movement.

Immediately afterwards, several masked men rushed out from the darkness like ghosts. They were agile and ruthless, and without saying a word, they launched a fierce attack on Wang Chengyi.

One of the masked men had a sinister look in his eyes and a cruel smile on his lips.

He said viciously: "Humph, today is the day you die!"

Although Wang Chengyi is a martial arts expert, he is also well-known in the martial arts world.

However, facing these masked men who cooperated well with each other and seemed to know Wang Chengyi's moves well, he was instantly caught in a life-and-death battle.

Wang Chengyi fought back with all his might, his sword flashing, and he shouted angrily, "Who are you, who ordered you to do so, and why are you trying to stop me?"

The masked man did not answer, but attacked more fiercely, with each move fatal, as if he was determined to put Wang Chengyi to death.

As time passed, Wang Chengyi found that every move he made was accurately countered by the opponent.

It was as if I was tightly covered by an invisible net, and a strong sense of fear and anxiety surged in my heart.

But Wang Chengyi did not panic. Relying on his rich combat experience, he tried hard to find the opponent's flaws and resisted tenaciously.

After a thrilling fight, the masked man realized that he could not win in a short time.

Fearing that the night might bring more trouble, he fled in a hurry under the cover of darkness.

They disappeared into the darkness like ghosts, leaving Wang Chengyi gasping for breath, sweating profusely, and full of confusion.

Wang Chengyi did not find any valuable clues in the ruined temple, but only found a piece of cloth embroidered with strange patterns on the ground.

He frowned and muttered to himself: "What is this? This pattern seems familiar..."

Previously, when Wang Chengyi was searching, he had briefly discussed with Qiaoyu the possible clues and features and mentioned some special patterns.

Qiaoyu was a thoughtful person and was familiar with the things in the palace. She had even helped sort out old things in the utility room in her spare time.

After learning this, Qiaoyu frowned slightly and a glimmer of hope flashed in her eyes.

"Wang Chengyi, I think I've seen the pattern you mentioned before. It's in the utility room of the palace.

When I was sorting things out before, I saw an old box with a pattern that looked a bit like what you described. I thought it was strange at the time."

After saying that, Qiaoyu hurried to the utility room to look for it, her heart full of anticipation.

However, when she rushed to the utility room, she found that the box had disappeared. A note was left where the box had been.

Qiaoyu was startled and her face turned slightly pale.

She slowly picked up the note, which read: "Minding other people's business is a recipe for disaster."

The handwriting was crooked and revealed a sinister aura, as if it was the cold mockery of the mastermind behind the scenes.

Qiaoyu couldn't help but shudder. She realized that she might have touched the other party's bottom line and danger was approaching step by step.

Restraining the fear in her heart, Qiaoyu turned and walked towards Zhu Gang's study.

After Zhu Gang learned about these circumstances, the atmosphere in the study became so solemn that it seemed as if water could drip out of it.

The candle flame swayed in the wind, and the light and shadow danced on Zhu Gang's face, reflecting his terrifyingly gloomy expression.

At this time, Zhu Gang paced back and forth, and the wooden floor under his feet made a dull sound, and every step seemed to step on everyone's heart.

Zhu Gang was a prince with a deep mind and strong opinions, and he usually managed the palace strictly.

Now faced with rumors and mysteries, he was extremely anxious but tried to remain calm.

Zhu Gang walked up to Qiaoyu with a concerned look on his face and asked softly, "Qiaoyu, are you okay?

Don't be scared.

The person behind this is so arrogant, it seems that he wants to stop us from investigating. What are they hiding?"

Qiaoyu suppressed her fear, bent her knees slightly and shook her head gently.

He said with a slightly trembling voice: "Your Highness, I am fine.

It's just that the person behind this is too cruel. I'm worried that if I continue investigating, more people will be implicated.

But I am unwilling to give up just like that. I must find out the truth and clear the name of Fan's mother and son and Your Highness.

There must be a bigger secret behind this note and the missing box."

Zhu Gang stopped and looked at Qiaoyu's determined eyes, feeling a surge of admiration in his heart.

He nodded slightly and said, "Okay, I believe you.

But you must be careful. If there is any danger, come back quickly and don't hold on.

It seems that the mastermind behind this is quite powerful, we must be more careful in dealing with it."

At the same time, after hearing about this, Zhu Chong also rode his horse at full speed and came to the study of Prince Jin's Mansion in a panic.

There was a depressing atmosphere in the study. Zhu Chong frowned, and his eyes revealed a hint of worry and vigilance.

He walked into the study and saw Zhu Gang's exhausted face, and his heart tightened.

Zhu Chong knew that the reputation of the palace was related to the face of the Ming royal family. If this rumor spread, not only would Zhu Gang's Jin Palace be in trouble, but the dignity of the entire royal family would also be affected.

Zhu Chong vaguely felt that there might be a huge conspiracy against the vassal kings hidden behind this.

Zhu Chong walked up to Zhu Gang, held his hand, and said sincerely, "Third brother, I know you are feeling bad right now, and I can't just ignore this matter.

We are brothers, we share happiness and difficulties together."

Zhu Gang sighed slightly, then held Zhu Chong's hand.

"Brother, I know you are doing this for my own good.

But my father had issued an order before. Without the imperial decree, the princes could not leave their fiefdoms at will.

You see, you have already conveyed your will. I would feel bad if you caused any more trouble because of helping me.

After I go to the palace to see my father today, I will also go to Datong. You can't always follow me, right?

The power behind this is so mysterious, maybe there are even greater dangers waiting for us."

(End of this chapter)