Chapter 96: Smart People Know Everything

When the accident happened at Lanyue Tower, her whole family was there.

If this disaster was planned by the forces of King Han, then the third cousin would definitely stop them from going, but when he appeared, this had already happened. It was obvious that he was busy saving people while also feeling resentful and dissatisfied, so the biggest possibility is that the force behind Lanyue Tower is Hanzhou.

Since Prince Yi couldn't get rid of the evildoer, he simply arranged this incident to make the matter bigger.

The people and forces that were inconvenient for him to deal with could naturally be dealt with by other people in Xijing City. Therefore, when Jiang Shiyuan saw Pei Zimiao coming in a hurry, he came to block him.

"My cousin is really amazing. Let's go to your yard and talk."

"it is good."

The two of them are now uncle and sister-in-law, so there is no harm in talking more. When others saw it, they thought that the eldest girl wanted to ask about General Pei, so she invited Young Master Pei to the yard, and they didn't think much about it.

After entering the inner room and closing the door, Pei Zimiao was very trusting and took out the list, ready to hand it to Jiang Shiyuan. However, Jiang Shiyuan shook his head and did not take it.

"Third cousin, these are not only the secrets of the Pei family, but also the secrets of the King of Han. I think he would not want non-core people to know them."

Pei Zimiao nodded, his expression much more serious than before.

"My cousin reminded me that you would be safer if you knew less about these people, but what did you mean just now? Do you have a way to help me place these people?"

"It's not about resettlement, but with such a big incident at Lanyue Tower, it's impossible for His Majesty not to investigate. If he does, it's very likely that there are clues that Prince Yi deliberately left behind to lead them to investigate the Pei family and Hanzhou. Rather than trying to stop the boiling water by adding more fuel to the fire, it's better to remove the fuel from the cauldron. Third cousin, put these people directly into Ning'an Garden. Now is the time to arrange for staff in the courtyard, and it's much more legitimate."

"Ah? Put them in the garden? They are all familiar faces. If they are discovered, wouldn't it be confirmed that they are all from our Pei family?"

Pei Zimiao didn't understand why someone would do such a thing that would lead to his death, but Jiang Shiyuan didn't get angry and analyzed the situation calmly.

"With the abilities of your majesty and Princess Qinghuan, would you not know that the King of Han or the Pei family has been spreading a net in Xijing City? We have allowed it for so many years, but it is not the time to tear each other apart. Those people entered the courtyard of Ning'an Garden, which is to tell outsiders that Lanyue Tower is the property of the Pei family. Not only should we let those people in, you and Aunt Pei may have to put on a show in front of your majesty. Such a good business has been ruined by others. Your majesty must investigate this matter thoroughly!"

These words made Pei Zimiao even more shocked.

After such a big fuss, he still wants to come before His Majesty? Isn't this just asking for his head to be chopped off? Pei Zimiao touched the back of his neck and felt a slight chill, then smiled bitterly and said.

"Cousin, although I am doing a job that is very dangerous, I don't really want to die. If I go to His Majesty and tell him, I'm afraid even nine lives won't be enough."

Hearing this, Jiang Shiyuan smiled.

"Don't worry, third cousin. His Majesty's suspicious nature can save your life. Not only should you sue, but you should also sue in front of everyone. It would be best if you do so after Prince Song arrests the person. Then you can take all your belongings and sue. I believe that Lanyue Tower must have done very well in the past few years. So no matter who is blamed for this, it is a huge loss. The Pei family has spent a huge amount of money to buy Ning'an Garden. If there is no money for the marriage, what do you think His Majesty and Princess Qinghuan will do?"

After hearing this, Pei Zimiao understood a little.

"You mean, most of the money spent on eldest brother's wedding came from Lanyue Tower. Without this steady income, it would be a hassle to hold a grand wedding. But the royal family is eager to use you to tie down eldest brother, so they will definitely raise you high and let you go gently." Jiang Shiyuan smiled knowingly. He was indeed a smart man and understood everything at a glance.

"I remember that cousin Pei didn't like Aunt An at home. If the third cousin mixed in some true and false trivialities of the harem when he complained, I believe that His Majesty would naturally put aside a lot of his doubts after listening to it."

Pei Zimiao is very good at making up stories like this.

He didn't understand it just now, but now that he understood Jiang Shiyuan's meaning, he had a solution, so he laughed out loud and said.

"Brother marrying you is a blessing for our Pei family and Hanzhou."

What they want is to divert public attention so that they have enough time to arrange private matters and cover up hatred with family affairs. There will be more rumors, but it is also the fastest way to reverse the situation.

And with the grand foreshadowing of Pei Zisu's engagement ceremony, this matter seemed to be a natural thing to do.

"I'll go back and deal with it first. I'll come back and tell my cousin when I'm done. I can't wait to call you sister-in-law. Your talent will surely make my Pei family and Hanzhou prosperous."

Pei Zimiao clasped his fists, bowed, and left quickly.

After he left the door, the maids Liuhua and Luluo came in. Seeing their daughter drinking tea calmly, they asked curiously.

"What did the eldest lady say to the third young master of the Pei family? She looked so serious when she came, but she was so happy when she left."

"I just helped him out of his predicament. Let's not talk about it. By the way, send someone back to tell Aunt Yang and Third Sister that if there is any movement from Second Aunt or anything about Prince Chun's Mansion, ask them to pay more attention."

"Why did you suddenly think of this, girl?"

"Prince Song saw me before the incident at Lanyue Tower. He sent his followers to confirm it. If this incident hadn't happened, he would have endured it for a while for the sake of the Zhao family's power and reputation. But the Zhao family has just lost a family, and he has won the favor of His Majesty. He is in charge of this matter, so he must have plenty of time and ways to cause trouble. My cousin Pei and I are getting married soon, and I don't want to cause trouble."

Based on my understanding of him, this face must have left quite an impression on him.

This is also the reason why Jiang Shiyuan always avoided meeting Song Shiye, but now that he has met him, everything is hard to say. He is a hypocritical person who will do anything to achieve his goal. Therefore, Jiang Shiyuan does not want to give him even a little hope and possibility.

If necessary, she could even live in Wenyuanhou Mansion until she got married and then go back.

Anyway, he would never dare to force his way in here!

Hearing the girl say this, Liuhua nodded, his expression became a little nervous, and he immediately spoke.

"Slave, I'll make arrangements now."

Jiang Shiyuan was sitting on the kang by the window, fanning himself in his hand. He moved unconsciously, looking through the window into the distance. His ambiguous expression made Luluo beside him confused, but she didn't ask much and just served quietly.