Chapter 148 The Last Supper
A little before.

Lin Ruofu came to Guangxin Palace and discussed with Li Yunrui about the murder of the prince.

Originally, he had never expressed his opinion on the competition between the Second Prince and the Crown Prince for the position of Crown Prince.

Even though his son Lin Gong was a supporter of the prince, he just watched and never asked any questions.

But now it's different.

After the crown prince is killed, those in the court who originally supported him will have to reconsider their stance.

The person who benefits the most right now is the second prince.

It won’t be long before the Second Prince’s supporters will reach a whole new level.

This is also what Lin Ruofu needs to consider now.

I didn’t think about it before, there was absolutely no need to do so.

Now we can only start choosing.

He is the head of all officials, and the officials under him are also waiting for news.

Even if you don't think about yourself, think about others.

Otherwise, if they make the wrong choice, it goes without saying what will greet them when the new emperor ascends the throne.

That's why he ran to the palace to discuss things with Li Yunrui.

Lin Ruofu asked seriously, "Are you sure you want to replace him?"

Li Yunrui took a sip of tea in his hand and said, "Do you think there is another suitable candidate besides him?"

"Li Chengqian is dead. After the funeral, we will definitely choose a new crown prince."

"Do you think there is anyone more suitable than him?"

Lin Ruofu pondered for a moment and said, "That being said, I still feel something is wrong."

"Will Your Majesty agree?"

Li Yunrui smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, he will agree."

"If the emperor doesn't want to choose, then we will choose for him."

"If there is only one person among the options, do we still need to choose?"

Lin Ruofu was shocked and said, "You...you want to..."

Li Yunrui put down the teacup in his hand and said, "Throughout the ages, those who have accomplished great things have never been obsessed with trivial matters. What does the death of a few people matter?"

"Besides, he will become the new crown prince, and it will also benefit you in the future."

Lin Ruofu asked: "What's the benefit?"

"I don't usually interact with him."

Li Yunrui raised the corners of his mouth, his eyes exuding a charming look, and said softly:

"Wan'er likes him."

"What did you say?" Lin Ruofu looked incredulous.

Li Yunrui poured another cup of tea and said, "I said, Wan'er likes Li Chengze."

"Maybe in the future, you'll marry him, then you won't be family, right?"

"Why not help your son-in-law in advance?"

son in law?

When Lin Ruofu heard these two words, his heart was instantly filled with turbulent waves.

If it were in the past, he would never have been able to connect these two words with Li Chengze.

"Are you sure Wan'er likes him?"

Lin Ruofu asked again: "Why haven't I heard her say this before?"

Li Yunrui smiled and said, "Of course I am sure."

"Besides, how could Wan'er tell you who she likes?"

"Have you not noticed that Wan'er's condition has improved significantly recently? It's all because of Li Chengze."

"So that's how it is." Lin Ruofu suddenly realized.

No wonder when he saw Wan'er recently, his expression and complexion became good, completely different from before.

Lin Ruofu originally thought that Wan'er was like this because of the imperial doctors.

I didn’t expect it was because of Li Chengze.

If this is true, then he has to think carefully about it.

At this time, Li Yunrui saw Lin Ruofu in deep thought, so he said:

"Do you know who killed the prince?"

Lin Ruofu shook his head and said, "I don't know."

"Who is this person?" He was also very curious. Who could be so bold as to kill the prince?

Li Yunrui said calmly: "You know, Fan Jian's eldest son, Fan Xian!"

"What!" Lin Ruofu stood up from the stool with a thud, and asked in surprise:

"How could it be him?"

"Is this kid crazy? How dare he kill the prince?"

Li Yunrui said: "He is not crazy, but seeking revenge."

"Because he is the emperor's brother's son."

Ok? ? ?
When Lin Ruofu heard what Li Yunrui said, he was stunned for a moment.

Wha...what?
What did he just hear?
Fan Xian, is His Majesty's son?
How is this possible?

Lin Ruofu asked: "Are you joking?"

"This joke is really not funny."

Li Yunrui asked, "Would I joke about this?"

"This..." Lin Ruofu was silent.

Indeed, this matter is of great importance. No matter how crazy Li Yunrui is, he would not joke about it.

Li Yunrui added: "To be precise, Fan Xian is the son of my brother and Ye Qingmei."

"Moreover, some time ago, both this palace and the queen sent people to assassinate him."

"That's why he killed the prince for revenge."

Lin Ruofu suddenly understood what was going on.

The feud between the Queen and Ye Qingmei has existed for a long time, and it can be said that it is a situation of life and death.

If what Li Yunrui said just now was all true, then Fan Xian did have a motive to kill.

At this time, Lin Ruofu thought of something again.

No wonder His Majesty canceled the engagement between Fan Xian and Wan'er.

That's what happened.

When he learned about this, he was still wondering why His Majesty suddenly canceled the engagement.

At this time, Li Yunrui took a sip of the tea in his hand and said:

"How about it, now you agree to stand on Li Chengze's side?"

Lin Ruofu pondered for a moment and said, "I can't promise you right now, but I will consider it when I get back."

Li Yunrui nodded and said, "Of course."

"I believe you will make the right decision."

……

Night falls.

In the death row, Fan Xian lay on a bed covered with hay, just like he did yesterday, with his eyes closed in deep thought.

Although he was thrown into death row, his treatment was quite good. The guards not only did not torture him, but also took good care of him with good food and drink.

It's like a vacation.

Moreover, Fan Xian also knew that he would not be imprisoned for long.

Maybe I can get out soon.

Thinking of this, Fan Xian couldn't help but hum a little tune while closing his eyes in thought.

After a while.

The guard guarding the death row came in from outside with a lunch box in his hand.

"Come, let's eat."

The guard put the lunch box on the ground and shouted inside.

Fan Xian, who was originally in deep thought, immediately stood up when he heard that dinner was about to start.

When he opened the lunch box, there were not only roast chicken and beef, but also several exquisite cold dishes.

Not only that, there was also a pot of wine next to it.

"Hey, today's food is really good, and there's wine."

Fan Xian picked up the wine jug beside him and took a few gulps.

Just as he grabbed the roast chicken, took a bite, and before he had time to chew it.

The guard beside him suddenly said:

"Of course it's sumptuous. This is your last supper!"

(End of this chapter)