Chapter 231 Sowing dissension
Shen Qiujun smiled and said: "I'm just a husband and a wife, so how can I keep my ink from getting dark? Don't worry, I'll be careful."
The Sixth Prince watched Shen Qiujun go to the study and sighed. He could only leave this matter to Shen Qiujun. He really couldn't deal with it calmly and weigh the pros and cons.
In fact, Shen Qiujun had mentioned this matter intentionally or unintentionally before, explicitly implying that if he really followed the emperor's will and took the lives of Concubine Rong and Chen Anzheng, he would not be tolerated in the hearts of the world and the new emperor.
At that time, he had thought in his heart that if Concubine Rong and Chen Anzheng really died in his own hands, things would indeed develop in that direction. If he was just a single person in the world, even so, he would still take action if he knew this. In their lives, they always look forward and backward. What is the fun? They would rather live a happy life.
In fact, it was because what happened back then was a shame in his life, so he never revealed a trace of what happened back then to Shen Qiujun.
As Chen Anzheng said, he was really a pitiful person at that time. He was only nine years old at that time. Although Concubine Rong always seemed to be separated from him and didn't love him very much, he was still a noble person in the palace. Growing up, he had never suffered any hardship or suffered any grievances from others. How could he be willing to die when he was about to be killed by a sword? Naturally, he pinned his hope of life on his biological mother. It was a shame that Concubine Rong didn't even say a word or even a glance. Don't look.
The ant was still living an ignoble life. Although he was extremely disappointed in his heart, he was still greedy for the world. So when he was eager to survive, he couldn't care about anything else. Instead, he cried and begged Chen Anzheng not to kill him. This was an eternal shame in his heart. Every time he thought of this matter , he wanted to slap himself in the face, and what was the point of begging for the life of others? Moreover, begging at that time was ineffective, which made him even more angry that he had no integrity.
But if he could turn back time, he wasn't sure that he would be able to die happily.
Because it was precisely because of his cowardice that he cried and begged, Prince Chen and his son who were admiring it seemed to think that they could offset some of the shame of being humiliated by the emperor, and thus bought a certain amount of time. Finally, the Qi army and the guards came to see each other. The rescue also allowed him to meet Shen Qiujun, which made him feel a happiness that he had never experienced before.
Therefore, he was very conflicted in his heart, so he felt that as long as the Chen family died, his previous shame would be wiped away. He could continue his happy life.
However, a new conflict arose again. Now that he had Shen Qiujun and a son, he had to consider it from a long-term perspective. Only letting them go was the wisest choice. But when he faced Concubine Rong and her son, he unexpectedly thought of I can't make sense of what happened back then. I just want them to disappear from the world so that they can avenge the shame of the past, so I can only leave it to Shen Qiujun to come forward.
Besides, when Shen Qiujun entered the room and saw the knife still held in Concubine Rong's hand, he felt it was very dazzling. In addition, the relationship between the two was more complicated, so he didn't waste any words. He said directly: "Our master has agreed. , I can allow you, mother and son, to meet each other. Now I’m going to pick someone up, please wait a moment.”
Concubine Rong was overjoyed when she heard this and couldn't help but look at Shen Qiujun deeply. She really didn't expect that Shen Qiujun could persuade the Sixth Prince. While thanking him, she said: "I have long heard that Lian'er loves you more than you. Now, now It seems to be true. For a person with his temper, I am afraid that no one in this world can subdue him except you. You and your wife are happy and loving. Even though I am in Chendi, I can rest assured. It’s just you. Since you can persuade him, why don't you go to the end and persuade Lian'er to Fangzheng'er to return to Chen with me? This can be considered as a whole family, and I will definitely be grateful."
When Shen Qiujun first heard this, there was still a little sweetness in his heart. Until later, he couldn't help but look sulky and said: "Although the five fingers are still different in length, don't be so partial. You should also think about our master. , if he releases Prince Chen, how will he explain it to the three armies in front, and how will he explain it to the emperor?"
Concubine Rong said hurriedly: "Just now, Lian'er told me that he had made great contributions..."
Shen Qiujun only listened to half of it, and became angry. He did not listen to the following words. He only sneered a few times, looked at Concubine Rong and said sarcastically: "I understand what the queen means. I want to balance the merits and demerits. I just want to tell the truth. Where is Chen Qili, how can you guarantee that he will not be caught next time? No matter how thick-skinned the master is, he will not allow him to come forward and speak, let alone the merits. Chen Shizi is still a dead character. According to me, It's better to stay here first and wait until the war is over before discussing the matter of releasing him. If Dongchen wins, Chen Shizi will naturally be fine. If Daqi wins, then let him go quietly. As the saying goes, good steel is used on the blade, and your two Both my sons can be safe and sound, isn’t it the best of both worlds?”
Concubine Rong sighed: "How can I trust you, and how can I know that you didn't coax me back on purpose?"
Shen Qiujun sneered and said: "You underestimate my scheming methods. Since I said I can keep Prince Chen safe, I will definitely do what I say. Our father has the reputation of killing his half-brother, so it doesn't matter to me. What's the benefit? If you continue to cause trouble, your future will become even more bleak. But then again, if Prince Chen wants to die, I can't do anything about it, and you will have to persuade him later."
Concubine Rong said: "Okay, I believe you, and I hope you will protect Zheng'er for the sake of the future and life of the Shen family and his son. If he has any shortcomings, I will not care about anything else and will fight to the death. It's just a matter of killing the half-brother of the other party. As long as you bear the crime of forcing your biological mother to death, you won't be able to stand out again."
Shen Qiujun couldn't help but smile and said: "You are also my mother-in-law after all. I would like to tell you a few words here. If Chen Shizi has reached the end of his life, you have to be more open-minded. King Chen has more than one son. Chen Shizi has no one." He can still support his other sons. If you die easily, you will suffer for your only two sons. Although one is alive, he will never achieve his goal. If the other dies, I am afraid that without your support, his The wives and children have never had a good life, but the wives are just fine. The girls there must be a thorn in the eyes of others. My mother values blood and family ties, but most of these men value incense and inheritance. Those who have great The heroes who avenge their defeat take his hegemony more seriously. For the sake of that unparalleled great cause, it doesn’t matter if a few descendants make sacrifices.”
A sneer appeared at the corner of Concubine Rong's lips: "You don't have to sow discord here. You don't have to worry about my affairs in Dongchen."
Shen Qiujun smiled slightly, saying that some words will eventually sprout one day, so at this time, he only held tea and said nothing.
At this time, a girl came in and said, "Chen Anzheng has been escorted over."
Shen Qiujun then stood up and said to Concubine Rong: "Please ask the queen to return the knife to my father."
The girl stepped forward and took the knife. Shen Qiujun pretended not to see the ridicule on Concubine Rong's face and walked out with the others.
After a while, Chen Anzheng was led in tied up. Concubine Rong hurriedly stepped forward to take a closer look. She saw that although her son was disheveled, his clothes were disheveled and weak, there were no wounds on his body.
Chen Anzheng didn't expect to see his mother here. He was surprised at first, and then fearful and asked: "Why are you here?"
The mother and son comforted each other with tears in their eyes. Concubine Rong said: "You have to hold on and don't do stupid things again. I have already told him that if there is really any harm done to you, I would rather not take this life than let him bear it." You are accused of killing your mother and brother, and he also promised to let you out in the future, so you must live well now."
Chen Anzheng sighed: "His words are not trustworthy, and now I can only believe him once. When my mother goes back, she must tell her father: Everything is fine with me here, but I can no longer help him solve his problems. Please forgive my son for being unfilial."
At this time, the escort was urging people outside, and Concubine Rong said hurriedly: "Keep the green hills here, and you won't be afraid of running out of firewood. Mother will help you take care of your wife and children. Time is not forgiving. No matter what, they will still point to you in the future." of.
Chen Anzheng understood and said: "Mom, please don't worry. For the sake of our family, as long as it does not harm Chen's interests, it doesn't matter if I endure the temporary humiliation."
For a while, the soldiers escorted Chen Anzheng out. The sixth prince did not come forward again. It was Shen Qiujun who stepped in to deal with it. Concubine Rong did not stay much and was still escorted away by Bian Xiaowei.
Since there was a war between the two countries, the envoys would not be killed, and Concubine Rong had special health. When General Zheng and others saw that the Sixth Prince had let Concubine Rong out, they did not bother her, so Concubine Rong returned to Chendi smoothly.
Concubine Rong returned empty-handed. Although King Chen was disappointed, he comforted his wife because it was expected.
Concubine Rong briefly talked about the matter, and then told her son's story. King Chen knew that his son's life was not in danger for the time being, so he felt a little at ease. Thinking of his wife's hard work, he did not mention what happened in the past few days, so that his life would be saved. The queen returned to the palace to rest.
When Concubine Rong returned to the palace, she saw her daughter-in-law and niece Tian sitting restlessly waiting for the place where she was. The two met with Li, and Concubine Rong said: "I have already met Di Zheng'er this time. He has not suffered much, and his health is not bad." Very good, when the time is right, he will be released naturally."
After hearing this, Mrs. Tian immediately chanted the Buddha's name and said repeatedly: "Mom still has a way."
Concubine Rong now had a tired look on her face. Mrs. Tian hurriedly stepped forward to help her lie down. She couldn't help but say what was in her heart: "In the past few days since you have been away, my father has transferred the second and third brothers." Come up and divide all your husband's missions between them. After this, when your husband comes back, won't he become a bare son? His family already looks down on the Tian family. If we make some achievements in the future, we will have to live a life of relying on others. It’s the day.”
Concubine Rong then shouted sternly: "Stop your mouth, it's the ignorant guy who is talking nonsense in front of you again. Father and son have been fighting for a long time. Now is the critical moment for the Chen Dynasty. There are no eggs left in the nest. It's time to work together." Fighting against the enemy together and fighting for power depends on the time. Don't say these words again in the future."
Mrs. Tian lowered her head and did not dare to speak. Seeing that Concubine Rong seemed to be asleep, she retreated aggrievedly.
Chapter completed!