Steal my marriage? Turn around and marry the tyrant to take the throne

Chapter 1314 You have never disappointed me (161 million reward value plus more

"It's a waste of your Highness..."

Having said that, she subconsciously looked at Prince Jin who was sitting at the top.

Concubine Qi thought that Prince Jin would be equally furious, but unexpectedly she met a pair of eyes that were calm and almost indifferent.

Prince Jin was sitting leisurely in a large rosewood armchair, without even a trace of emotion on his handsome and gentle face.

It was as if what he had just heard was not the destruction of an important chess piece, but an insignificant little matter.

This unusual calmness turned Concubine Qi's anger into deep confusion.

"Your Majesty?"

She frowned her carefully painted eyebrows and asked in a puzzled voice: "Are you not angry?"

"That loser Liu Shixiu was captured by Zhan Weiran. We..."

Prince Jin slowly raised his eyes, his gaze indifferently sweeping across Concubine Qi's excited face. The corners of his lips even curled up in a somewhat sarcastic arc: "Angry?"

He spoke calmly and slowly, "Why would I waste my emotions on a loser?"

Concubine Qi was startled: "Waste?"

"if not?"

The Prince of Jin chuckled softly, his laughter devoid of warmth. "Back when the towering Duke Dingguo's Mansion was still in existence, Liu Shixiu was just an unloved bastard, oppressed by his mother. He had a little cleverness, but no courage."

"Now, my family has been torn apart, and I've become a wanted criminal, as frightened as a stray dog."

"How much real ability can such a person have?"

At this point, the King of Jin picked up the teacup beside him, blew away the foam, and said indifferently: "He wants to use my power and protection to save his life, and even seek revenge."

"Of course, I also want to see how much weight this stray dog ​​has left and how much practical benefit he can bring to me. Is it worth it for me to take the huge risk of harboring a criminal, which is tantamount to treason, for him?"

Prince Jin took a sip of tea and continued, "These days, I've been deliberately lenient with him, allowing him some freedom. Even knowing he harbored resentment and would seek revenge on Lin Wan, I didn't actually stop him."

"I just want to see if Liu Shixiu's brains are sufficient and his methods are worth watching without the Duke Dingguo Mansion."

"You saw the result."

"His movements were easily figured out, a trap was set, and he was struck instantly, leaving him completely powerless to fight back. He's truly useless."

"It's best to get rid of this kind of trash as soon as possible, lest it really cause disaster in the future and drag down this king."

Concubine Qi was stunned. The anger in her heart was extinguished by Prince Jin's cold analysis, leaving only a chill.

She instantly understood the profound meaning of King Jin.

This is basically a test for Liu Shixiu.

Liu Shixiu undoubtedly failed and was completely abandoned.

"I-I see..."

Concubine Qi lowered her head in sincere admiration: "Your Highness is wise, it is I who am shortsighted."

But then, another worry surfaced in her mind: "But Your Majesty... Liu Shixiu is now in the hands of Zhan Weiran. If he can't bear the torture, he might make random accusations and betray us..."

Upon hearing this, the King of Jin seemed to have heard something funny, and the sneer on his lips deepened. "Climb and bite? Just let him bite."

His tone was firm, even a little arrogant: "Since I dared to let Liu Shixiu go, I must have made all the necessary preparations."

"The connection between him and this king has been completely wiped out. All clues that might point to this king are either unconfirmed or fabricated and cannot withstand scrutiny."

"No matter how eloquent Liu Shixiu is, without real evidence, who can do anything to me?"

"Even if my royal brother wants to use the desperate accusations of a traitor to accuse me, a cautious and law-abiding royal brother, the royal family and court officials will not agree."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Qi finally felt relieved and a charming smile appeared on her face again: "Your Highness has made every possible plan. It was I who worried too much."

Yes, the prince has always been a man who thinks ten steps ahead before taking one step. How could he really put himself in danger?

Perhaps the prince had anticipated Liu Shixiu's downfall from the very beginning.

The candlelight flickered in the study, illuminating the deep and unfathomable eyes of Prince Jin.

A useless chess piece was broken, but to him, it was just like an annoying speck of dust was removed from the chessboard.

……

The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

The air was filled with sandalwood incense as Nangong Xuanyu was concentrating on reviewing memorials.

Li Changde stood aside with his hands hanging down, and the hall was solemn and dignified.

Suddenly, there was a steady and powerful sound of footsteps outside the hall.

Li Changde raised his eyes slightly and saw Xiao Huizi leading Zhan Weiran waiting at the door.

He immediately stepped forward and reported, "Your Majesty, Commander Zhan requests an audience."

Nangong Xuanyu didn't raise his head, but just replied calmly: "Xuan."

"Yes."

Zhan Weiran, still wearing his black armor, walked into the hall with a dusty look on his face. He knelt on one knee, clasped his fists in salute, and said in a loud and steady voice: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you!"

Nangong Xuanyu continued writing, his tone calm: "What's the matter?"

Zhan Weiran raised his head, his eyes sparkling with the joy of having completed a mission. "Your Majesty, the traitor Liu Shixiu has been apprehended in West City at noon today. He is currently being held in the death row and is under strict guard!"

Nangong Xuanyu raised his head, and joy instantly appeared in his eyes, which were as deep as a cold pond.

"Good! Good! Good!"

The emperor uttered the word "good" three times in a row, his face filled with joy. He laughed out loud and said, "Zhan Weiran, you have truly never let me down!"

"What are the details? Did you encounter any resistance?"

Zhan Weiran reported the capture process clearly and concisely, concluding with, "...the rebels and their followers totaled eight people, and not a single one escaped."

“Well done!”

The smile on Nangong Xuanyu's face turned into an icy murderous intent: "The remnants of the Liu family have been lingering on until now, and they even dare to stir up trouble under my nose. They really don't know how to live or die!"

"Zhan Weiran!"

The emperor's voice suddenly turned deep, majestic and cold: "Open his mouth for me!"

"I don't care what method you use, you must dig out everything Liu Shixiu knows about the remaining power of the Liu family, their hidden forces, their financial resources, and all those who may be involved with the rebels!"

Nangong Xuanyu paused, his tone filled with chilling coldness. "I want you to completely sever all the roots of this rotten tree of the Liu family underground! Catch them all in one fell swoop, and eliminate all future troubles!"

"I obey the order!"

Zhan Weiran didn't hesitate at all. He clasped his fists and accepted the order. His voice was resounding, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty. I will do my utmost to ensure that no one escapes unpunished. I will completely eradicate the remnants of the Liu family from this world!"

"very good!"

Nangong Xuanyu nodded with satisfaction: "I am waiting for your good news."

"Yes! I'm resigning!"

Zhan Weiran saluted again, stood up neatly, turned around and strode away.