Although Zhan Feiyu was not injured, she could not leave the Suzhou Prefecture Yamen for the time being. Lord Yao had two rooms in the back residence of the yamen cleaned out for Zhan Feiyu to stay in temporarily.
"Miss, this is what His Lordship sent. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask," said the old servant woman, who, along with several maids, efficiently brought over a brazier and tea set.
These rooms were originally used by the yamen to entertain visiting officials from out of town. They were fully equipped, no different from the superior rooms in an inn. However, they were still not as well-appointed as the rooms He Nuan had prepared for Zhan Feiyu. Fortunately, they were adequate for a temporary rest of a couple of days.
He Sheng inspected the delivered items, and after confirming there were no issues, poured hot water and brought it over. "Lord Yao is just being cautious."
Given the reckless and frenzied actions of Censor Chu, it was understandable that Lord Yao would be concerned. If he had returned even a moment later today, the yamen would have been burned down by Censor Chu.
Warming her hands with the teacup, Zhan Feiyu reviewed the recent events in her mind. "Ah Sheng, do you think Censor Chu's actions are truly reckless, or is there another motive?"
He Sheng was taken aback. Although he came from the Jinlong Guard, his usual duties were to protect Zhan Feiyu's safety and maintain contact with the Jinlong Guard for intelligence exchange. When it came to strategizing, He Sheng was indeed not adept, and he was momentarily stumped by Zhan Feiyu's question. "Miss means Censor Chu did it on purpose?"
Zhan Feiyu nodded and voiced her speculation. "The military authority of Longyou Dao has returned to the Yang family. Although Vice Prefect Pang has connections to the court, even if he is promoted to Prefect of Suzhou, he is only a fourth-rank official. The real power of Longyou Dao is still in Lord Yao's hands, and he is also a trusted confidant of His Majesty."
Therefore, no matter which prince wanted to interfere in the affairs of Longyou Dao, it would be almost impossible to succeed. Whether it was military power or political affairs, they could not extend their influence.
"So Censor Chu almost killed Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, and even went so far as to set fire to the yamen," He Sheng finally understood. If this were the case, it would make sense. Otherwise, even if Censor Chu wanted to curry favor with the Second Prince and Consort Min, his actions would not have been so outrageous.
"Xiang Zhuang dances with a sword, but his target is Duke of Pei." Zhan Feiyu lowered her head, sipping the warm tea. A cold, mocking glint flashed across her delicate face. "Since Censor Chu dares to scheme against Lord Yao, Ah Sheng, go find Lord Yao later. Qian Shipeng is dead, and Ah Nuan should be back by now."
"Yes." He Sheng immediately agreed.
In the past few days without He Nuan, Zhan Feiyu had experienced many inconveniences.
...
On the other side, Lord Yao asked Lord Zheng to appease the injured Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, and then returned to his study.
"My Lord," Xiao Zibai greeted him from the study, signaling his younger brother to get some food from the kitchen, while he followed Lord Yao into the study.
"Tell me in detail about what happened earlier." Lord Yao's brows were etched with fatigue. Although he and Lord Zheng had left earlier, he had left Xiao Zibai behind, so he was undoubtedly aware of the day's conflict.
Xiao Zibai immediately began recounting how Zhan Feiyu had arrived at the yamen in a carriage, only to be brought to the court by Censor Chu's men.
After Xiao Zibai finished speaking, Lord Yao pondered for a long time, his brow furrowed. The study was silent until Xiao Zimo arrived with the food box. Lord Yao then asked, "So, you're saying Censor Chu truly intended to kill Zhan Feiyu?"
"Yes, I saw it clearly at the time. When Censor Chu couldn't break through, he went mad and attacked Vice Prefect Zhao and the others to restrain Miss Zhan. If not for the safety of Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, Miss Zhan would not have retreated to the yamen's main hall." Xiao Zibai had been hidden in the shadows and was shocked at the time. Vice Prefect Zhao and the others were all imperial officials, yet looking at Censor Chu's crazed demeanor, he truly intended to set the yamen ablaze.
"My Lord, has Censor Chu gone mad? Let alone the Second Prince currently only being in the Ministry of Personnel, even if the Second Prince were established as the Crown Prince, Scholar Gu is a Grand Academician of the Grand Secretariat and the foremost among scholars in the realm, hailing from the Gu clan of Nanling. Furthermore, Zhan Feiyu holds the Jinlong Guard token. If anything were to happen to her, Censor Chu couldn't compensate with ten lifetimes."
It was no wonder Xiao Zimo was so shocked. He had followed Lord Yao from a young age and had also been taught to read and write. Although he was now just a servant, his knowledge and vision were superior to those of ordinary commoners.
...
Although Zhan Feiyu was not injured, she could not leave the Suzhou Prefecture Yamen for the time being. Lord Yao had two rooms in the back residence of the yamen cleaned out for Zhan Feiyu to stay in temporarily.
"Miss, this is what His Lordship sent. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask," said the old servant woman, who, along with several maids, efficiently brought over a brazier and tea set.
These rooms were originally used by the yamen to entertain visiting officials from out of town. They were fully equipped, no different from the superior rooms in an inn. However, they were still not as well-appointed as the rooms He Nuan had prepared for Zhan Feiyu. Fortunately, they were adequate for a temporary rest of a couple of days.
He Sheng inspected the delivered items, and after confirming there were no issues, poured hot water and brought it over. "Lord Yao is just being cautious."
Given the reckless and frenzied actions of Censor Chu, it was understandable that Lord Yao would be concerned. If he had returned even a moment later today, the yamen would have been burned down by Censor Chu.
Warming her hands with the teacup, Zhan Feiyu reviewed the recent events in her mind. "Ah Sheng, do you think Censor Chu's actions are truly reckless, or is there another motive?"
He Sheng was taken aback. Although he came from the Jinlong Guard, his usual duties were to protect Zhan Feiyu's safety and maintain contact with the Jinlong Guard for intelligence exchange. When it came to strategizing, He Sheng was indeed not adept, and he was momentarily stumped by Zhan Feiyu's question. "Miss means Censor Chu did it on purpose?"
Zhan Feiyu nodded and voiced her speculation. "The military authority of Longyou Dao has returned to the Yang family. Although Vice Prefect Pang has connections to the court, even if he is promoted to Prefect of Suzhou, he is only a fourth-rank official. The real power of Longyou Dao is still in Lord Yao's hands, and he is also a trusted confidant of His Majesty."
Therefore, no matter which prince wanted to interfere in the affairs of Longyou Dao, it would be almost impossible to succeed. Whether it was military power or political affairs, they could not extend their influence.
"So Censor Chu almost killed Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, and even went so far as to set fire to the yamen," He Sheng finally understood. If this were the case, it would make sense. Otherwise, even if Censor Chu wanted to curry favor with the Second Prince and Consort Min, his actions would not have been so outrageous.
"Xiang Zhuang dances with a sword, but his target is Duke of Pei." Zhan Feiyu lowered her head, sipping the warm tea. A cold, mocking glint flashed across her delicate face. "Since Censor Chu dares to scheme against Lord Yao, Ah Sheng, go find Lord Yao later. Qian Shipeng is dead, and Ah Nuan should be back by now."
"Yes." He Sheng immediately agreed.
In the past few days without He Nuan, Zhan Feiyu had experienced many inconveniences.
...
On the other side, Lord Yao asked Lord Zheng to appease the injured Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, and then returned to his study.
"My Lord," Xiao Zibai greeted him from the study, signaling his younger brother to get some food from the kitchen, while he followed Lord Yao into the study.
"Tell me in detail about what happened earlier." Lord Yao's brows were etched with fatigue. Although he and Lord Zheng had left earlier, he had left Xiao Zibai behind, so he was undoubtedly aware of the day's conflict.
Xiao Zibai immediately began recounting how Zhan Feiyu had arrived at the yamen in a carriage, only to be brought to the court by Censor Chu's men.
After Xiao Zibai finished speaking, Lord Yao pondered for a long time, his brow furrowed. The study was silent until Xiao Zimo arrived with the food box. Lord Yao then asked, "So, you're saying Censor Chu truly intended to kill Zhan Feiyu?"
"Yes, I saw it clearly at the time. When Censor Chu couldn't break through, he went mad and attacked Vice Prefect Zhao and the others to restrain Miss Zhan. If not for the safety of Vice Prefect Zhao and the others, Miss Zhan would not have retreated to the yamen's main hall." Xiao Zibai had been hidden in the shadows and was shocked at the time. Vice Prefect Zhao and the others were all imperial officials, yet looking at Censor Chu's crazed demeanor, he truly intended to set the yamen ablaze.
"My Lord, has Censor Chu gone mad? Let alone the Second Prince currently only being in the Ministry of Personnel, even if the Second Prince were established as the Crown Prince, Scholar Gu is a Grand Academician of the Grand Secretariat and the foremost among scholars in the realm, hailing from the Gu clan of Nanling. Furthermore, Zhan Feiyu holds the Jinlong Guard token. If anything were to happen to her, Censor Chu couldn't compensate with ten lifetimes."
It was no wonder Xiao Zimo was so shocked. He had followed Lord Yao from a young age and had also been taught to read and write. Although he was now just a servant, his knowledge and vision were superior to those of ordinary commoners.