RPAGF Chapter 261 Taking Back the Tiger Talisman
Chapter 261 Taking Back the Tiger Talisman
After hearing the whole story, Qin Ruo's expression gradually relaxed.
It is normal that a rich lady with a smooth life cannot defeat Tang Qingmei, who is scheming and ruthless.
The key is that there is a mother who holds things back and an unreasonable older brother.
The only rational people at that time were Lord Shen and Shen Junye, but they were far away at the border and out of reach.
Thinking of the fact that Tang Qingmei sent Nanny Tian to force Qin Ruo to marry and also sent assassins to attack the Qin family, a cold light flashed in Qin Ruo's eyes.
She looked directly at Shen Ruyi and Shen Junling, and raised her eyebrows: "What are you going to do with that woman named Tang?"
"I wish I could grind her into ashes! But the time has not come yet." Shen Ruyi said with red eyes and gritted teeth.
Tang Qingmei not only harmed herself, but also attempted to murder her own children. There is no way this matter will end here.
"That woman surnamed Tang staged and acted out a rescue drama. I have found witnesses and more evidence. Even if the Tang family was in trouble, it was not an accident. Dozens of lives were involved. She must die."
Shen Junling's tone was very cold, and the aura he exuded from his whole body no longer had any trace of his former dandy demeanor.
Since entering the secret chamber, Shen Junling has been investigating the incident of Old Madam Shen encountering bandits, and incidentally uncovered the truth about the Tang family's accidental fire.
"I have enough evidence in my hand. The person behind Tang Qingmei is Concubine Zhao in the palace. Otherwise, it would be impossible for her, an unpopular daughter of a fifth-rank official, to conceal the banditry so well. And the poison that my sister was poisoned with before was also from Concubine Zhao in the palace."
"The purpose of Concubine Zhao is to control the entire Wu'an Marquisate through Tang Qingmei, and let our Shen family become a knife in the fight for the Sixth Prince's succession. Tang Qingmei is just a chess piece."
Shen Junling told Qin Ruo everything he had found out without any hesitation.
This is similar to the information Qin Ruo knew.
"Okay, since you already have a plan, then just follow your plan."
Shen Weishan and Shen Junling have returned. Tang Qingmei's affair involves the emperor's harem, and a single move could have consequences.
Since the Shen family already has a plan to deal with the situation, she can just wait for news.
Shen Ruyi's emotions had calmed down, and she looked at Qin Ruo with very gentle eyes.
Although her daughter had never called her mother since she entered the house, she did not blame her daughter, after all, she was indeed the one who failed in her duty first.
Qin Ruo felt a little uncomfortable being stared at. It had been more than a year since she came here through time, and she was a slow-moving person.
At first, I completely accepted the people of the Qin family, but over time, my views changed little by little.
She couldn't do that with Shen Ruyi, so she acted intimate with her as soon as they met.
Thinking that the time was about up, Qin Ruo stood up and indicated that it was time to go back.
Although Shen Ruyi was reluctant, she also knew that she had to be cautious in the current situation as there was still a long way to go.
"The Qin family has no worries about food and clothing now, Dalang and Erlang have each made their own way, and grandma is in good health. After the emperor's birthday banquet, if you want to see grandma, Dalang and Erlang, I can arrange for you to meet."
After all, she is the biological mother of Qin Ziyan and his brothers. Besides, the brothers have grown up now, and she will not stop anyone from the Qin family from seeing Shen Ruyi.
"Ruo'er, thank you." Shen Ruyi's face lit up with joy when she heard that, and tears welled up in her eyes again.
She had known for a long time that her husband, Qin Huaizheng, was no longer with us. But as a living person, she still needed to look forward.
Now her children have grown up safely, Dalang is the top student in the court, and Erlang is also studying. Her daughter has grown up to be so smart and capable, so she doesn't feel so sorry anymore.
Not long after Qin Ruo returned to her box, Shen Ruyi and Shen Junling left the teahouse first.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the imperial study was particularly heavy.
An hour ago, the father and son quietly entered the city and arrived at the palace to meet the emperor first.
Emperor Jing Zhao treated Shen Weishan and his son very cordially. He exempted them from the formalities and gave them seats.
The father and son first reported to the emperor the situation on the border over the years, as well as the movements of neighboring diplomatic countries in recent years.
Finally, Shen Weishan mentioned that the border was now peaceful and there was no war, and he was old, so he asked the emperor to take back the tiger talisman and allow him to retire.
As for his son Shen Junye, he had been on the battlefield since he was fifteen or sixteen years old, and his body could no longer bear the strain.
Shen Weishan also asked the emperor to find someone to replace his son Shen Junye's position.
Emperor Jing Zhao looked unhappy and flew into a rage on the spot, accusing the old marquis and his son of giving him trouble.
"You two think I'm a tyrant, don't you? You've been guarding the border for these years, working hard and making great contributions, while your families are staying in the capital and have been separated from you for a long time. I summoned you back just to let you have a good reunion with your family. Do you think I came here for the tiger talisman in your hands?"
"You want the people of the world to point at me and call me ungrateful?"
Emperor Jing Zhao's righteous words did not scare away Shen Weishan and his son.
They were both very clear-headed. Emperor Jing Zhao had long wanted to take back the tiger talisman in their hands, but he just couldn't find a suitable reason at the moment.
As the father and son gained more popularity among the people, the emperor became more and more wary of the Wu'an Marquis's Mansion.
Now the emperor is just pretending to refuse. It would be a joke if I took it seriously.
Although the father and son were far away at the border, they were well aware of the emperor's overt and covert suppression of the Wu'an Marquisate over the years.
In addition, there was the situation reported in the secret letter that Shen Lingjun sent to the border some time ago.
Handing over the tiger talisman will make Jiliu dare to retreat. Although the Shen family may become passive, it is the best way to preserve the Shen family at the moment.
Shen Weishan and Shen Junye had long anticipated the emperor's reaction and had come up with a countermeasure early on.
Shen Weishan and his son knelt on the ground and respectfully apologized to Emperor Jing Zhao.
"Your Majesty, I am not going to abandon my country. It's just that I am old and my health is getting worse. I am really afraid that I will make mistakes in my efforts to protect the country. As for my son Shen Junye, although he is willing to serve the country, his health is already at the end of his strength. I am afraid that he can no longer bear the heavy responsibility.
"I am grateful for your kindness, Your Majesty, but I feel guilty and powerless. I beg Your Majesty to take back the tiger talisman. Dasheng is full of talented people, and there are countless capable people. You will definitely find a suitable candidate to take over the position of my father and me to ensure peace on the border."
Emperor Jing Zhao's expression eased slightly when he heard this. After pondering for a moment, he finally accepted the tiger talisman reluctantly.
"In this case, I will not force you. Lord Shen is old and has worked hard for the country for many years. I will be considerate of you. The tiger talisman can be taken back, but let's put off the issue of retiring to the countryside. The people of Dasheng need you, and I need you too."
Emperor Jing Zhao spoke beautifully, and Shen Weishan felt relieved when he heard it. This was all within the expected result.
He then kowtowed and thanked the emperor: "Your Majesty is so kind, I am deeply grateful. My son and I are the people of Dasheng. It is an honor for me and my son to serve Dasheng."
Emperor Jing Zhao, sitting on the high platform, stroked the tiger talisman with his fingers, looking at the old marquis who had fought with him in the battles when he was young but now had a weathered face, with a very complicated look in his eyes.