The Proof of the Heavens Begins with The Legend of the Condor Heroes

Chapter 134 Clouds move in all directions
Everything that happened in Yishijuli today was soon brought to the attention of Emperor Qing, the eldest princess, Chen Pingping and other interested people.

The civil and military officials in the court might not have taken Fan Xian, the illegitimate son from Danzhou, seriously.

Only the real top leaders of Qing Kingdom knew that the reason why Fan Xian, the illegitimate son, came to Kyoto was to marry Lin Wan'er.

Princess Chen, Lin Wan'er, is the illegitimate daughter of the eldest princess and Prime Minister Lin. His Majesty intends to choose a spouse for Princess Chen, and after much deliberation, he chooses Si Nanbo, the illegitimate son in Danzhou.

An illegitimate son marrying an illegitimate daughter sounds like a perfect match, but the deeper meaning is not that simple.

Because the eldest princess has only one daughter, Lin Wan'er, which means that Princess Chen's future husband is very likely to be the future ruler of the Qing Kingdom's treasury.

This was also the reason why Fan Xian was assassinated by the Queen when he was twelve years old.

Originally, everyone was not interested in Fan Xian, the illegitimate son.

But as "On the Love of Lotus" spread, Fan Xian's reputation also spread more and more widely in Kyoto.

Of course, tied to it is the "Gentleman Like Jade Soup" made by the Second Prince.

It was widely known that Si Nanbo's illegitimate son was on good terms with the Second Prince.

The next day, the Imperial Palace, the Imperial Study

Emperor Qing lay comfortably on his side on the bed, looking at Fan Jian who was standing at his feet, and said, "I heard that Fan Xian and the Second Brother are close friends. What do you think about this?"

Fan Jian replied: "I think this statement is nonsense."

"Really?" Emperor Qing said without comment, "Tell me, what do you want to do by transferring Fan Xian to Kyoto while Chen Pingping, that old man, is away?"

Fan Jian said, "I am here for the same thing that happened four years ago. Your Majesty, you should know that this inner treasury should have belonged to Fan Xian. I am only returning the property to its original owner."

Fan Jian and Emperor Qing tacitly did not mention the name of "Ye Qingmei", but the affairs of the inner treasury could not avoid her.

"Let me think about it again." Emperor Qing said.

Fan Xian is the son of Emperor Qing, but as an illegitimate child, Fan Xian will never have the chance to ascend the throne.

Out of some kind of guilt, Emperor Qing will take good care of this child.

However, handing over the inner treasury to Fan Xian was not an easy decision to make.

Emperor Qing was well aware of what a terrible legacy this woman, Ye Qingmei, had left for Fan Xian.

If Fan Xian had any ulterior motives, the world would be in chaos!
"Let's wait and see. I... am not in a hurry." Emperor Qing said to himself.

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Kyoto, Second Prince's Palace

Prince Li Hongcheng of Jing was lying on a low couch covered with a velvet quilt, while a maid was feeding him milk ice made by Fang Hao.

Feeling the cool breeze coming from the ice jar, Li Hongcheng couldn't help but say, "Second brother, you are still the one who knows how to enjoy life the most. You are living a happy life like a god."

"As a human being, you always have to make your life more comfortable." Fang Hao said while lying in a rocking chair.

"The weather in Kyoto is really strange. It was raining a few days ago, but today the sun is shining brightly." Li Hongcheng said, "I heard that your majesty intends to offer sacrifices to the Qing Temple to pray for good weather and peace for the country and the people."

"Put away your little thoughts!" Fang Hao said with a half-smile, "I've already said that I'm not interested in that position. If you keep talking nonsense, I'll have the guards throw you out!"

Li Hongcheng wanted to persuade him again, but he saw Fang Hao's calm eyes staring at him.

He could only wave his hands and said, "Well, I just don't understand. In terms of ability and reputation, the prince is far inferior to you. Even His Majesty..." "How can you guess what His Majesty is thinking?" Fang Hao interrupted directly, "Don't think about it. This year, His Majesty has arranged for Sister Wan'er to accompany the temple celebration."

"I see. Your Majesty's favor towards Princess Chen is really rare."

Li Hongcheng seemed to have thought of something, and then said: "By the way, Si Nanbo's illegitimate son wrote an article "Climbing the High Mountain" at the banquet yesterday. It is said that even the Queen Mother praised it highly after listening to it. This person's talent is really amazing!"

"I am often a guest in a vast land in a sad autumn, and I am alone on the stage after suffering from illness for a hundred years. It is indeed a famous piece of work through the ages." Fang Hao nodded.

How could it not be a famous work throughout the ages? The works of Du Fu, the great poet of the last era, were simply overwhelming in the Qing Dynasty, where literary fortunes were not flourishing.

"Minister Guo's son has lost face this time." Li Hongcheng teased.

"It was you who brought them together?" Although Fang Hao asked, his tone was very affirmative.

Li Hongcheng did not refute. Although Guo Baokun was the son of the Minister of Rites, he was a complete fool, and the Minister of Rites was a die-hard princeling.

The purpose of creating a conflict between Guo Baokun and Fan Xian is to force Fan Xian to the side of the Second Prince.

"Sometimes, the more you do, the more mistakes you make. It's better to be honest with others." Fang Hao knew very well that Fan Xian would not easily take sides.

With Fan Xian's identity, he will have to take over both the Supervisory Office and the Inner Treasury in the future. Being the lone minister of Emperor Qing is Fan Xian's only choice.

"Don't worry, second brother. My Prince Jing's Mansion and the Sinanbo's Mansion have been friends for generations. I will know how to handle things properly." Li Hongcheng patted his hands and said.

"It's up to you!" Fang Hao said indifferently.

While the two were chatting, a girl in a pink skirt, who looked cool and innocent, came in and said, "Second brother, how did you deal with the bear paw I left with you the other day?"

When Li Hongcheng saw the person coming, he made a "you know" gesture to Fang Hao, and then said, "It turns out that Ling'er is here. Second brother, I'm leaving first."

"Why are you in such a hurry? Don't go!" Fang Hao said almost in unison with Ye Ling'er.

Li Hongcheng smiled and joked: "Look at the two of you, you both speak in the same style, aren't you in sync?"

Fang Hao smiled bitterly and said, "Li Hongcheng, what nonsense are you talking about!"

Ye Ling'er managed to hide her shy look and said, "If you keep talking nonsense, I'll beat you with my big coffin-splitting weapon!"

Ye Ling'er is Ye Zhong's daughter. Grandmaster Ye Liuyun is her master. Although she did not master the "Liuyun Sanshou", she also learned the "Da Pi Guan" which was derived from Liuyun Sanshou.

Despite his young age, he is already a seventh-rank master, and his cultivation should not be underestimated.

Li Hongcheng's martial arts skills were neither high nor low, so he had to admit defeat and beg for mercy.

At the same time, Fang Hao asked his servants to push a huge plate up on a cart.

There was cold air rising from the plate, obviously it had just been taken out of the cold storage.

"The big bear hunted by Master Ye is really a top-quality product. Its paws have obvious flowers, rich gelatin, a wide palm surface, and a rosy texture without any smell."

Speaking of his specialty, Fang Hao said, "In order to preserve the taste of bear paw to the greatest extent, I processed it with a special method and made this sashimi bear paw. Ling'er, you come and try it."

Ye Ling'er said happily: "Really? Let me try it!"

Looking at the two people happily exchanging cooking skills, Li Hongcheng secretly walked out of the room and gave the space to the couple.

(End of this chapter)