The Great Queen Mau Lewat
Chapter 412 Side story (A Fei the princess of Jin)
The news of A Fei's arrest reached Ziyan's ears as well as Sima Rui's. The two also did not expect that A Fei would enter into someone's trap. Even so, the two of them still looked calm as if it was no big deal.
Only when in the beginning, Ziyan was shocked when she heard the news of the death of her confidant. Decades of working together, Wenran has always done a very good job. Therefore, he promised to find the murderer soon and punish him.
" My husband, do you think Wenran's killer knew of A Fei's whereabouts and purposely guided our daughter there? "
" I'm not sure. Even if A Fei hadn't come, there would probably be someone else who would be in A Fei's current position. Our daughter is just unlucky for being in the wrong place and time. "
Ziyan also agreed. Instead of being angry, he chuckles at the thought of his daughter's behavior. " But isn't it funny. If people knew the princess of the Jin Empire was playing gambling and was arrested for murder charges then it would be shocking news. "
" Wouldn't. I've asked Dan Er to put A Fei in a special cell. So few people will know. Then regarding Wenran's death, I think their purpose is clear. So what are you gonna do with my wife? "
"What else, of course it's time to open up all and let people know. This one act, not only managed to solve the problem of our daughter, but also get rid of the impostor. "
" Say if you need help. " As usual, Sima Rui was just watching. Not because I don't want to help my wife. But he knew that Ziyan would be happier if he finished everything by himself.
His wife was too great, and it made him look perfect in Sima Rui's eyes.
" Your Majesty, the crown prince has requested permission to meet. " Easim came to tell A Feng's arrival to Sima Rui.
Ziyan and Sima Rui could certainly guess the purpose of their son's arrival.
After giving his permission, Sima Feng came with a worried look.
" Father, something bad happened with A Fei. " Sima Feng said after saluting his parents.
" No need to panic. Be sitting. Your mom and dad are talking about it too. "
For a moment Sima Feng was stunned when he heard the mother's words.Firely panicked, he forgot that his father had eyes and ears everywhere, surely his father already knew about A Fei's problem.
" What are we going to do, Mom? " Task Sima Feng after he sits down.
" In that case, help your mother prepare something and make sure everyone comes. The more the better. "
Then Ziyan began to explain the plan he had planned to A Feng.
" I think that's a good plan, too, ma'am. It doesn't take much effort and everything can be solved. "
It was not Ziyan who answered, it was Sima Rui. " Of course. That's the plan my wife thought, it must be good. Now you better go, do what your mom asks. " dismissed.
A Feng rolled his eyeballs. Really his father was too stingy and always monopolized his mother just for him.
" What then was Xi's imperial response? "
" They chose to be neutral. Keep working together as before without adding to other cooperation. This is to maintain a relationship with Jin and Shu. " Add another explanation Sima Feng.
" Good, then press on the Nan Empire. I want to destroy them first from within and then we attack the Nan Empire. "
The decision of the war was the step Sima Rui finally took, of course it was as a payment for A Guang's death. Don't think that Sima Rui is only silent when it comes to the mastermind of the son's murder. He had already prepared a strategy whereby not only destroyed the Nan Empire but also their emperor.
Why not attack now?
If Sima Feng's position was not as crown prince and still as a great general. Sima Rui would be very confident to send him to the battlefield. At least Jin's victory can be ascertained. And Sima Rui will not choose a detour and troublesome by weakening the Nan Empire not only in terms of Economics but also military defense.
After Jin and Shu blocked the Nan Empire, there was no iron supply for their country. Making Nan's imperial defenses increasingly weakened. That was Sima Rui's goal.
This way the war will not last long and the number of casualties will be small.
While elsewhere.
A Fei and Xiao Er were still locked up in prison. However, instead of being tormented, they actually seem happy as if they are on vacation and enjoying service at the prodeo hotel.
In front of the two are now various kinds of delicious dishes that are deliberately prepared for them.
" Daughter, to be honest, this was my first time in prison. I wish I knew life in prison was so fun like this. I'd rather go to jail than live out there. " Say Xiao Er said without any weight while enjoying chicken thighs and a bowl of warm rice in her hand.
" Then I'll ask Uncle Dan to hold you longer. But maybe you won't be here. I'm sure you'll have an unforgettable experience in a new cell. "
" Why should I move? it would no longer be as comfortable as this place. "
" You ask why? of course because I'm not in jail anymore. Do you think they'd be so kind if there wasn't any intervention by Uncle Dan? let alone eat a piece of this chicken thigh, which we are tormented to death. " Say A Fei said while showing the thighs that were currently hanging on the chopsticks in his hand.
Xiao Er sighed, "you're right princess... " The next second Xiao Er looked up with sparkling eyes staring at A Fei.
" If prince Dan already knew, didn't His highness the emperor and queen also know, princess? That means soon we too will be free. " Squeak Xiao Er enthusiastically.
" You're finally conscious. That's why I told you to calm down. You forced me to confess that you killed Uncle Wenran. Do you wish to die to replace me? " A Fei clucked in surprise, not understanding Xiao Er's line of thought.
Xiao Er looked embarrassed. As a servant of A Fei's trust, it would certainly be his duty to protect her. Although they did not commit a crime, but if the situation is desperate then the worst option is to sacrifice himself. He would confess to having A Fei released.