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

Mao Xiang sighed deeply, his expression solemn, and slowly said: "Your Highness, I didn't dare to say anything at that time!

This is of great importance. Any negligence will alert the enemy and ruin this crucial matter."

Zhu Biao and Zhu Gang's eyes met, and in an instant, a gleam of irrepressible excitement flashed in each other's eyes.

Zhu Biao looked anxious and said hurriedly, "In this case, you should lead me to get the letter immediately.

If we can find solid evidence, we will be able to follow the clues and catch the mastermind behind the incident in one fell swoop.

This is a matter of utmost importance that concerns the rise and fall of the imperial court, the honor and disgrace, and the peace and well-being of the people of the world. You must not conceal anything!"

Mao Xiang nodded in agreement and led the way.

Everyone followed closely behind him, heading towards the secret place.

At this moment, the strong wind was like a raging prehistoric beast, roaring and sweeping over.

He was whipping the branches on the roadside frantically, making crisp "crackling" sounds, as if venting his endless anger.

The yellow sand in the sky was carried by the strong wind, like a group of evil spirits with bared fangs and claws, ferociously hitting everyone's faces, causing bone-chilling pain.

Zhu Gang frowned as he walked forward, and whispered to Zhu Biao, "Brother, this matter is probably more complicated than we thought.

The power behind Mao Xiang is by no means easy to deal with."

Zhu Biao looked solemn and nodded slightly.

"Well, Third Brother, you are absolutely right.

But no matter how many obstacles we face, we must investigate this matter thoroughly and never let the court fall into an irreparable crisis."

Mao Xiang walked in front, feeling increasingly uneasy.

This extremely bad weather seemed like an ominous sign, indicating that the next action would be full of thorns.

The secret hidden deep in his heart, like the sandstorm that blocks out the sky, could be exposed at any time.

Zhu Gang then began to arrange personnel to investigate the situation of Mao Xiang's family.

With his brows furrowed, he paced back and forth in the room, thinking rapidly in his mind how to pry the key truth out of Mao Xiang.

Zhu Gang was a thoughtful and meticulous person. He knew very well that if he handled the matter wrongly, not only would he be in great trouble, but his elder brother Zhu Biao's position as crown prince would also be in jeopardy.

Just then, a detailed document was presented to him.

Zhu Gang's attention was instantly attracted by the message from Mao Xiang's wife Lin Miaoyin.

His fingers tapped the table rhythmically, and there was a hint of worry in his eyes.

It turns out that Lin Miaoyin was born into the Lin family, a prestigious and powerful family in Jiangnan.

The power of his family is so huge that it is staggering.

In the political arena, members of the Lin family have held important positions in the court throughout the generations, and their network of connections is intricate and intertwined.

Lin Miaoyin's grandfather once served as the Minister of the Yuan Dynasty and was highly respected in the court.

It can be said that one call can attract hundreds of responses and the network of contacts is extremely wide.

Lin Miaoyin's father, Lin Yuan, is currently serving in the Hanlin Academy and is in charge of reviewing and refuting articles from various departments.

He had close contacts with many officials in the court and occupied an important position in the civil service group.

In the economic field, the Lin family's industries are like luxuriant roots, spreading all over the land of Jiangnan.

There are countless farms, shops and banks scattered all over the place.

The farms are vast and fertile, and the produce is plentiful.

The shops sell exquisite silks, porcelain and other specialty products, which are sold well everywhere.

The Lin Family Bank has extensive business and abundant funds. It is the mainstay of the booming economy in Jiangnan and has a huge influence.

Zhu Gang thought to himself: If I take rash action against Lin Miaoyin, it will definitely lead to a crazy counterattack from the Lin family and cause a huge disaster.

A nameless anger surged in his heart. He thought he could take this opportunity to show off his skills and solve the case in one fell swoop to establish his own prestige, but he never expected that such a troublesome Lin family would appear halfway.

But after all, Zhu Gang had been struggling in the vortex of political struggle for many years and had long learned to endure and plan.

He habitually turned the warm and translucent jade ring on his thumb while staring at the information in his hand.

Zhu Gang's eyes were sinister, and he muttered to himself, "This Lin family is really a big trouble.

But the more this is the case, the more it shows that there must be something fishy and unspeakable behind this matter.”

At this moment, Zhu Gang's confidant Fang Wenyao hurried over to report: "Your Highness, the Lin family seems to have noticed our actions.

They are secretly mobilizing their personal connections and resources, seemingly intending to protect Lin Miaoyin with all their strength.

Moreover, these people also threatened that if Lin Miaoyin made any mistakes, we would pay a heavy price! "

Zhu Gang's face suddenly darkened, and he cursed the Lin family in his heart for their quick reaction and ruthless means.

After thinking for a while, he said in a deep voice: "Go and carefully check whether there are any clues related to the mysterious forces in the Lin family's business dealings.

If we can find conclusive evidence, there is no need to worry that Mao Xiang will not surrender.

By then, the Lin family will be cautious and will not dare to act rashly."

Fang Wenyao took the order and left.

Zhu Gang once again looked at the information about the Lin family in his hand, with a hint of determination and ruthlessness in his eyes.

He knew in his heart that if this move was made skillfully, not only would he be able to successfully solve the case, but he could also take the opportunity to suppress the arrogance of the Lin family and greatly enhance his own and the Eastern Palace's prestige, thus killing two birds with one stone.

On the other hand, Mao Xiang also vaguely heard a series of movements of the Lin family.

He sat alone in a dim and deep room, the flickering candlelight flickering, casting mottled shadows on his haggard face.

Mao Xiang's brows were furrowed, and his face was full of anxiety and uneasiness.

He is a man of integrity and integrity, and has always upheld justice and duty in his heart for many years.

Like a towering lighthouse that stands tall and unshakable, it illuminates the way forward in the dark officialdom.

But now the safety of his family is seriously threatened, which puts Mao Xiang into an unprecedented dilemma.

The inner conflicts and struggles were like a raging fire, torturing him with unbearable pain.

The cold wind whistled in through the cracks in the window, as if a ghost from hell was wailing softly.

Mao Xiang couldn't help but shiver, and all the hairs on his body stood up.

His thoughts involuntarily drifted back to the past, when he had ignored the threats and inducements of the powerful and insisted on investigating a major corruption case.

At that time, looking at the grateful smiles on the faces of the rescued people, Mao Xiang's heart was filled with pride and a sense of accomplishment.

He felt that everything he did was so meaningful, and all efforts for justice were worth it.

But now, when he thinks of his gentle and virtuous wife Lin Miaoyin, who has shared his joys and sorrows, and his innocent and lovely young child who is still in his infancy, Mao Xiang's heart seems to be torn apart by a sharp knife.

He murmured to himself: "What should I do? Should I stick to justice or protect my family..."

Just then, there was a gentle knock on the door.

Mao Xiang asked cautiously: "Who?"

A deep voice came from outside the door: "Sir, it's me, Steward Wang.

There is something important to report." (End of this chapter)