Jingzhao Prefecture.
Big prison.
The Third Prince's case has wide-ranging implications, with many of the capital's former prominent figures held in prison. While no verdict has been announced, many within the court are already aware of their fate.
There was a sad and gloomy atmosphere in the prison.
From time to time, some people with low psychological defenses would break down and yell. Others, unable to bear the torture any longer, would confess their crimes, just to get away with it.
During this period, the prison was in chaos and people were in panic.
As a result, those who were anxiously awaiting their fate were also shrouded in a shadow.
In a cell in the Jingzhao Prison.
"Dad, it's been four or five days, why is there still no news? Could something have happened?"
Right in the cell, Gao Hang spoke worriedly, his expression full of sorrow and uneasiness.
After being locked up in prison for several days, the once high-spirited young master of the Gao family had lost his former spirit and was shrouded in an air of decadence.
The young master who used to live a life of luxury is now imprisoned in this dark place. How can he bear it?
Especially since several days had passed and there was still no news from outside, Gao Hang, who had originally been full of expectations, gradually became uneasy.
Could it be...that something unexpected really happened?
"Be patient!"
In the cell, Gao Boyan, the former Minister of Personnel, looked slightly gloomy but remained calm.
"Nothing will happen!"
Gao Boyan said calmly, "Our Gao family was not involved in the Third Prince's rebellion. At most, we were on the wrong side. This crime is not punishable by death!"
At this point, Gao Boyan said in a deep voice: "With Prince Lin going to intercede with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, our Gao family will surely be safe."
"But……"
Gao Hang was still feeling uneasy: "Dad, are you sure that Prince Lin will really help us?"
He was always uneasy in his heart, because his Gao family had been raided and the whole family was imprisoned.
In the current situation, what if, what if...
Gao Hang didn't dare to think about it!
"How could the Prince of Lin be a treacherous person?"
Gao Boyan said in a deep voice: "His Royal Highness the Prince of Lin has already promised to protect the lives of my Gao family. He will never go back on his word..."
However, although he was so confident in his words, Gao Boyan's heart gradually became heavy.
Four or five days have passed. Logically speaking, these days are enough for the Prince of Lin to go to the capital to meet with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and plead for mercy.
But why is there still no news?
Could it be that something unexpected really happened?
Is it that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is unwilling to let them go? Or is it that... Prince Lin has no intention of saving them at all?
But as soon as this thought came to mind, Gao Boyan quickly suppressed it in his mind.
impossible!
He has paid the highest price just to protect the Gao family.
And the Prince of Lin also agreed personally... He had no reason to refuse!
More importantly, the Gao family now had no way out! After their property was confiscated, the only thing they could do was wait!
A long wait!
Waiting for Prince Lin to come and rescue them!
…
Just as Gao's father and son were anxiously waiting.
Not far away, deep inside the cell.
The current Minister of Rites Xu Yan and his grandson Xu Zhongshan were being held there.
Compared to the anxiety of the Gao family's father and son, the Xu family's grandfather and grandson did not have too many emotional fluctuations.
It was as if he had already prepared to wait for his fate.
"grandfather……"
Xu Zhongshan opened his eyes and looked at his grandfather who was sitting cross-legged on a mat beside him. He hesitated as he thought of something.
"Can we really trust Prince Lin?"
Mr. Xu slowly opened his eyes, and there was no spirit in those old eyes.
"Lanlan, will she..."
Xu Zhongshan hesitated.
Xu Zhongshan felt relieved when he learned that Lan Lan had gone to find Lin Jiangnian. He also knew that the only person who could protect Lan Lan now was the Prince of Lin.
But Xu Zhongshan wasn't completely clear either. The relationship between the Xu and Lin families had broken down, and the Xu family had betrayed the Lins. So, would Lan Lan, now in the hands of Prince Lin, have a good ending?
Although Lin Jiangnian came last time and said that he promised Lanlan to rescue them.
But Xu Zhongshan didn't really believe it. Their Xu family had committed such a serious crime, not to mention whether the Prince of Lin had the ability to rescue them.
Even if there is, would he be willing to save her?
Really, will you do it for Lanlan's sake?
Compared to Xu Zhongshan's uneasiness, the Minister of Rites was very calm: "Even if you don't believe it, what can I do now?"
Hearing this, Xu Zhongshan was speechless and then fell silent!
yes!
So what if I don’t trust you?
Their Xu family has ended up like this, and even their lives are in danger.
Even if he doesn't trust me, it won't help...
Thinking of this, Xu Zhongshan's eyes dimmed and he felt a little lonely: "Yes, we harmed Lanlan..."
"Lanlan, what should we do next?"
Mr. Xu glanced at him and shook his head lightly.
As the Minister of Six Ministries, this old man Xu has lived for decades and has experienced countless ups and downs. He has a clear view of everything.
He spoke slowly: "It may be the best choice for Lanlan to stay with that boy."
"Um?"
Xu Zhongshan raised his head in confusion, wondering why his grandfather thought so?
"What do you think of Lanlan's relationship with him?"
Xu Zhongshan was stunned. What is the relationship between Lanlan and Prince Lin?
Although he didn't know for sure, he had heard from his father that the two had a very...close relationship?
Moreover, after coming to the capital, although he tried his best to stop her, Lanlan still often disobeyed and would escape from home to find Prince Lin whenever she had the chance.
"That should be...good, right?"
Xu Zhongshan spoke uncertainly: "But, our Xu family is not..."
"That's my fault!"
Mr. Xu seemed to have thought of something and sighed: "I am indeed sorry for this matter to the Lin family."
"grandfather……"
Xu Zhongshan wanted to say something, but Old Man Xu waved his hand again.
"But Lanlan is different. She is innocent, and..."
As if thinking of something, a sharp look flashed in Mr. Xu's eyes: "That kid also knows this..."
"He's very good!"
The last time he briefly met the Prince of Lin, Elder Xu had already seen that he was no ordinary person. He was indeed Lin Hengzhong's son, and he was definitely not as bad as the rumors said.
On the contrary, this person is very smart!
Because of this, it might be safest for Lanlan to stay with him.
Xu Zhongshan was silent.
Although I didn't understand what my grandfather wanted to say, I seemed to understand something.
"This time, our Xu family is completely doomed!"
Old Xu sighed deeply again and glanced at Xu Zhongshan: "Grandpa is sorry for you."
"Grandpa, you have never let us down!"
Xu Zhongshan shook his head: "This is our own choice, we are all responsible. We must admit it and bear it together!"
Elder Xu was silent, his eyes narrowed. "The Third Prince is plotting a rebellion. Although His Majesty remains in seclusion, His Majesty is most likely directing the Crown Prince..."
"In this case, our Xu family is destined to become a victim, a stepping stone for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to ascend to power!"
Old Xu seemed to have seen through everything and sighed deeply, "Grandpa will find a way to take the blame and do his best to protect you... As long as you are still alive, our Xu family will not be defeated!"
"Eventually, there will be a day when I can make a comeback!"
"grandfather……"
Listening to his grandfather's heavy words, Xu Zhongshan's heart sank and a feeling of sadness surged in his heart.
He knew that his grandfather was sacrificing himself to save the Xu family.
He didn't want to see this situation, but now it was the only way to break the impasse!
Otherwise, their Xu family will be completely destroyed! Not only in the capital, but even their father and mother in Linzhou, and their eldest brother who holds an important position in the army, will not be able to escape.
Xu Zhongshan wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Mr. Xu waving his hand. He looked calm and had already made plans.
"Remember, take good care of Lanlan and your parents in the future!"
"I will..."
Xu Zhongshan looked firm and nodded.
But looking at his grandfather's appearance in front of him, Xu Zhongshan couldn't help but feel sad.
Really, do we have to go this far?
So, there is no other way?
At this moment, the figure of the Prince of Lin who had visited a few days ago suddenly appeared in Xu Zhongshan's mind.
And the words that the Prince of Lin said with arrogance and contempt.
"For Xu Lan's sake, I will save them once!"
Previously, Xu Zhongshan didn't believe it.
He didn't believe that Prince Lin would save the Xu family, nor did he believe that Lin Jiangnian had the ability to do so. But now at this moment, Xu Zhongshan couldn't help but feel a glimmer of hope in his heart.
just in case……
Is it true?
What if he can really save grandpa?
At this moment, Xu Zhongshan couldn't help but feel a little hope in his heart...it was true!
“Dangdangdang!”
At this moment, footsteps suddenly sounded outside the prison.
From far to near!
Immediately afterwards, several figures appeared in the prison.
The jailer from Jingzhao Prefecture cleared the way, surrounded by several palace guards. A figure who looked like the chief eunuch of the palace, wearing a grey robe and a riding jacket, appeared in the crowd.
In prison, many people felt a pang of fear when they saw this scene.
Someone in the palace?
Someone's coming to the palace?!
Could it be that the time has come to pronounce fate?
Many people felt depressed and panicked.
After being detained for so many days, is the wait finally coming to an end?
Countless eyes were fixed on the eunuch chief.
Not far away.
"Dad, someone is coming from the palace?!"
Gao Hang also noticed the commotion outside and soon learned about the situation from the discussions in the adjacent cell.
"It's someone from the palace!"
Gao Hang's eyes became excited: "Are they here to let us out?!"
Gao Boyan, who had originally had a gloomy but calm look, couldn't help but look up and forward when he heard this.
Finally, is it coming?!
Just as the father and son were feeling nervous and excited, the eunuch chief, escorted by the imperial guards, slowly crossed the prison corridor and came to the room in the deepest part of the prison.
"Grandpa..."
Xu Zhongshan soon discovered that the eunuch chief from the palace stopped outside their cell.
Immediately afterwards, a jailer came forward and opened the cell. The chief eunuch walked into the room and looked at the two people in the room with a smile.
"Master Xu, Master Xu, I'm sorry for inconveniencing you for this period of time. Please don't take it as an offense..."
Hearing this, and looking at the warm smile on the face of the eunuch chief, Xu Zhongshan was stunned.
Why does it feel like something is wrong?
When he saw the chief eunuch appear at the door, Xu Zhongshan's mood had completely sunk to the bottom.
What is coming will eventually come. The arrival of someone from the palace means that the fate of their Xu family is about to be decided.
But when he saw the eunuch in front of him suddenly smiling kindly, Xu Zhongshan felt as if... something was different.
"Father-in-law, what are you doing..."
Xu Zhongshan couldn't help but speak in confusion.
"We are here today on the orders of the Crown Prince to pick you two up!" The chief eunuch said with a smile.
"Out, out?"
Xu Zhongshan was stunned: "Out, where to go?"
"Mr. Xu, you can go wherever you want!"
The chief eunuch spoke.
Xu Zhongshan was completely stunned!
Go wherever you want?
What, what does this mean?
Not only Xu Zhongshan, but even Mr. Xu, who always looked calm, had a hint of doubt on his face.
"Eunuch, what do you mean by that?!"
The chief eunuch looked at Mr. Xu and chuckled, "Well, I don't know about this either. I'm just following orders!"
"However, Lord Xu and Master Xu are indeed innocent. Please leave with us!"
"Not-guilty?!"
Both Mr. Xu and Xu Zhongshan were stunned and couldn't react for a moment!
"Well, please follow me out first. You'll know everything in a moment!"
The eunuch chief still had a warm smile on his face.
…
In the capital, Xu Mansion!
The carriage slowly stopped outside the Xu Mansion.
When Mr. Xu and Xu Zhongshan got off the carriage and looked at the familiar mansion in front of them, they were both a little dazed.
Stunned!
Isn't this their home?
Wasn’t the Xu family raided?
Xu Lao and Xu Zhongshan turned around and looked at the eunuch steward on the other side, only to see that the eunuch steward had a smile on his face and said, "Please let Lord Xu and Master Xu enter the mansion first."
Old Xu and Xu Zhongshan still looked puzzled, but they said nothing and followed the chief eunuch back to the mansion.
The mansion was deserted and in disarray, still retaining the mess it had been in when it was ransacked. It was empty and deserted.
"Father-in-law, what is going on?"
After returning to the Xu Mansion, Mr. Xu finally spoke in a deep voice.
Until now, he had a vague guess about something, but he was not sure.
The chief eunuch stopped, looked back at the two of them, and a mysterious smile appeared on his face.
Just then.
"Grandpa? Brother?!"
A clear and excited voice rang out.
Hearing this voice, Xu Lao and Xu Zhongshan, who were present, subconsciously turned around. Several figures appeared under the eaves not far away in the front yard.
Xu Lan, wearing a light green dress, was standing quietly under the eaves, looking at her grandfather and brother in the yard with excitement. The next second, she trotted over.
"Lanlan?!"
When Mr. Xu and Xu Zhongshan saw Xu Lan appear, they were stunned for a moment, and then quickly showed a look of surprise!
"Lanlan, are you okay?"
"Why are you here?"
"What the hell is going on?!"
At this moment, Xu Lan ran to her grandfather and brother in surprise, her eyes red and her emotions agitated. After seeing that her grandfather and brother were fine, she finally let go of her worries.
"I'm so glad you're all okay... I was so scared, I was so worried about you..."
Xu Lan, who had been frightened for so many days, felt relieved when she saw her grandfather and brother finally appear safely.
Then, the emotions accumulated over the past few days were finally released at this moment.
I can't help it, I want to cry!
"Lanlan, don't cry. Isn't grandpa fine?"
"Yes, sister, we are fine...don't cry yet!"
Mr. Xu and Xu Zhongshan were also very excited. They didn't expect to see Lanlan again.
But what is going on?
After a brief moment of surprise, the two soon realized something.
Raising his eyes slightly, he saw another figure in the direction where Xu Lan had just run!
"Prince Lin?!"
When Xu Zhongshan saw Lin Jiangnian appear in his sight, his heart skipped a beat, and a bold and incredible idea suddenly emerged in his mind.
“It can’t be…”
"What on earth is going on?"
Xu Zhongshan couldn't help but ask.
Lin Jiangnian smiled but did not answer.
Xu Lan, who was very emotional after seeing her grandfather and brother, wiped away her tears, gradually calmed down, and began to explain.
"Yes, it was Lin Jiangnian who saved us..."
"Luckily, he rescued you..."
“He, he…”
Xu Lan wanted to explain how Lin Jiangnian did it, but after talking for a long time, he couldn't make it clear.
In fact, she had no idea how Lin Jiangnian did it, so she couldn't help but look back at him for help.
Both Mr. Xu and Xu Zhongshan were stunned. Xu Zhongshan was even more shocked and silent. It was really him!
He had only had that tiny hope in his heart, but he never expected... it would come true?!
Did this Prince Lin really save them?!
How did he do it?
He actually...
At this moment, the chief eunuch, who had been silent for a while, finally said with a smile: "How about we explain it?"
Seeing that everyone's eyes were fixed on him, the chief eunuch slowly took out something from his arms... an imperial edict!
"The imperial edict has arrived!"
The eunuch chief's voice sounded with a hint of sharpness.
"You two, please accept my order."
When they saw the imperial edict, everyone present was stunned.
Imperial edict?
It’s actually an imperial edict?
Your Majesty, are you out of quarantine?!
While I was stunned, Mr. Xu had already slowly knelt down.
"Old minister, accept the order!"
Seeing this, Xu Zhongshan, who was standing by, quickly knelt down as well.
…
Then, the eunuch chief began to read the contents of the imperial edict.
Under the eaves not far away, Lin Jiangnian never expected that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince could actually convey the imperial edict!
So, was the last imperial edict also written by him?
Did something really happen to His Majesty who was in seclusion?
Lin Jiangnian seemed to be lost in thought.
The appearance of this imperial edict revealed a lot of information!
As for the contents of the imperial edict, Lin Jiangnian already knew it. After all, the princess had made it very clear.
The Xu family colluded with the Third Prince to commit treason, and while they could escape death, they could not escape punishment for their crimes. Considering their years of hard work, loyalty, and patriotism, I will spare their lives.
But at the same time, members of the Xu family were no longer allowed to serve as officials in the court, and no one from the Xu family was allowed to leave the capital without permission.
This is a price and also a constraint!
Of course, Lin Jiangnian felt that this imperial edict seemed to be directed at him.
…
After the imperial edict was read, the courtyard remained silent.
silence!
No one spoke for a long time, as if they had not yet accepted this fact.
"Master Xu, please accept the order."
The chief eunuch spoke up to remind him.
Only then did Mr. Xu come back to his senses and slowly reached out to take the imperial edict. Looking down at the heavy imperial edict in his hand, he was in a trance and did not speak for a long time.
Alive, survived?
Everything is alright?!
This was a result he hadn't realized in any way!
He was ready to sacrifice himself to save the Xu family, but the final result was unexpected.
Although he lost his position as Minister of Rites, the Xu family was trapped in the capital.
But, everyone in the Xu family is alive!
Everyone in the Xu family is still alive and no one is implicated... This is already a great joy!
Perhaps happiness came too quickly, so much so that it was hard to accept it. It was not until much later that Xu Zhongshan's voice, suppressed with excitement and joy, was heard.
"Grandpa, are we... okay?!"
"Yes, yes..."
Mr. Xu's eyes were in a trance. After a while, he seemed to finally think of something. He slowly raised his head and looked at the figure not far away.
At this time, the eunuch chief who had already announced the imperial edict came to Lin Jiangnian.
"Thank you for your hard work, father-in-law."
Lin Jiangnian spoke.
The eunuch chief had a smile on his face and squinted his eyes as he said, "Your Highness, what are you talking about? This is our family's duty and we should do it!"
Lin Jiangnian nodded calmly and glanced at him: "When you go back, tell His Royal Highness the Crown Prince a message for me!"
The chief eunuch smiled and said, "I wonder what message His Royal Highness would like to convey to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince?"
"Tell His Royal Highness the Crown Prince that I'll remember the favor you did me today!"
Lin Jiang smiled young and said, "I'll definitely repay you when I get the chance!"
The eunuch chief was confused and said with a smile, "Don't worry, Your Highness. We will definitely convey your message!"
"If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."
"Take care, father-in-law!"
“…”
After the chief eunuch left, Lin Jiangnian turned around and looked towards the courtyard.
At this moment, Mr. Xu and his companions, who had received the imperial edict, had already stood up. When Lin Jiangnian looked up, he saw Xu Lan's grandfather, Mr. Xu, looking at him.
His slightly old eyes were deep and complex, and he said nothing.
"Since Master Xu and his family are reunited, I will not disturb them any further!"
Lin Jiangnian spoke and prepared to leave.
"Your Highness, wait a minute!"
Old Xu spoke in a deep voice and called out to Lin Jiangnian.
Lin Jiangnian paused slightly: "Master Xu, is there anything else?"
"Your Highness..."
Elder Xu looked at him with complicated eyes and was silent for a while: "Your Highness, are you free to talk to me alone?"
Lin Jiangnian chuckled when he heard this.
"Of course!"
“…”
In the cold and dim study.
Mr. Xu looked at the handsome young man in front of him and remained silent for a long time.
Perhaps, he never imagined that one day the Xu family would reach such a desperate situation. He also never imagined that the one who would save their Xu family would be the Prince of Lin!
Things change all the time!
Although it was an imperial edict from the palace, Mr. Xu knew that it was closely related to the Crown Prince in front of him.
It was precisely because of this that he was so frightened!
This Prince Lin has only been in the capital for a few months, but he already has such abilities!
Was it just him, or was Lin Hengzhong instructing him?
"The Xu family was able to survive this time, thanks to His Highness!"
Elder Xu looked at Lin Jiangnian and sighed, "Your kindness is so great, I have no way to repay you..."
"Master Xu, there's no need to be so polite!"
Lin Jiangnian interrupted him: "This prince actually couldn't help much. The one who truly saved the Xu family was you, Mr. Xu."
Mr. Xu was slightly startled: "Myself?"
Lin Jiangnian said calmly, "The Xu family's lack of involvement in the Third Prince's rebellion is the key to their survival... If the Xu family had truly gotten involved, even this prince wouldn't have been able to save them."
Mr. Xu was silent. This was indeed true, but...
After a while, Mr. Xu seemed to realize something and sighed deeply.
"I'm really old and can't keep up with the times!"
At this point, Mr. Xu's voice was a little low, and after a long silence, he said: "For the Xu family's affairs, it is I who have let your Lin family down!"
Lin Jiangnian said calmly, "Master Xu shouldn't have said this to me. I'm not interested in any of this, nor do I care about the relationship between the Xu and Lin families!"
If Xu Lan hadn't existed, Lin Jiangnian wouldn't even have had any much contact with the Xu family.
What does the grievances and disputes of the previous generation have to do with him?
He doesn't care!
Mr. Xu understood the meaning of Lin Jiangnian's words and was silent for a moment.
"No matter what, the Xu family was able to survive this time thanks to the intervention of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. My Xu family owes you a huge favor."
"No need for favors."
Lin Jiangnian shook his head. He didn't like others owing him favors, and he didn't want to have too much to do with the Xu family.
Besides, the Xu family’s favor means nothing to him now.
Seeing that Lin Jiangnian didn't seem to care, Old Xu fell silent again. Looking at the high-spirited Prince Lin in front of him, he suddenly remembered something.
"Can I ask your Highness another question?"
"Um?"
Elder Xu stared at him: "Your Highness, what is your relationship with my Lanlan now?"
“…”
Outside the hospital.
When Lin Jiangnian walked out of the study, he saw a figure lying outside the door under the eaves not far away, eavesdropping stealthily.
"Xu Lan?"
Caught red-handed, Xu Lan stood up and quickly pretended to be just passing by. Without changing his expression, he asked, "Have you...finished talking to my grandfather?"
Lin Jiangnian glanced at her: "What's wrong?"
"It's okay, just asking..."
Xu Lan's face flushed slightly, and her eyes looked a little unnatural. She couldn't help but ask, "What did my grandfather tell you?"
"Want to know?"
"Uh-huh."
Xu Lan nodded hurriedly. She was indeed curious about what her grandfather would say to Lin Jiangnian.
This time, it was Lin Jiangnian who saved Grandpa and the others! Now, Grandpa and the others can no longer stop her from looking for Lin Jiangnian, right?
After all, Lin Jiangnian is now the savior of their Xu family!
Thinking of this, Xu Lan felt an indescribable joy in his heart. At the same time, there was also an inexplicable sense of pride!
It was as if he was proving to his family how good he was at choosing people!
A little proud!
After days of worry, Xu Lan felt completely relieved after her grandfather and brother were rescued. She became increasingly curious about what her grandfather would say to Lin Jiangnian.
A private, quiet conversation couldn't possibly be...
Xu Lan was lost in thought.
"I won't tell you!"
Lin Jiangnian kept her in suspense for a while, then left quietly after saying this lightly.
Xu Lan was left standing there, stunned for a while.
"Bullying me again!"
Xu Lan came back to his senses, his face flushed and he was furious.
This guy is so bad!
Just as Xu Lan was about to go find Lin Jiangnian to get to the bottom of things, she heard her grandfather's voice behind her.
"Lanlan!"
"grandfather?"
Xu Lan turned around and looked under the eaves.
"Come here, grandpa has something to tell you."
"Oh, okay!"
Hearing that her grandfather had something to say to her, Xu Lan temporarily gave up the idea of looking for Lin Jiangnian.
Wait until night to go!
…
The other side.
Jingzhao Prefecture, the big prison!
"What's going on with the Xu family?"
"Did he get released?!"
In the prison, Gao Hang paced back and forth in the cell, his face full of disbelief.
When the eunuch chief came earlier, Gao Hang was overjoyed, thinking that it was the Prince of Lin who came to rescue them, but he didn't expect that the person he rescued was not them.
It’s the Xu family!
When Gao Hang saw the Minister of Rites of the Xu family being taken away, especially after he guessed that the Xu family might be released, his expression became extremely interesting!
How is this possible!
Not only Gao Hang, but even Gao Boyan had a serious expression and looked doubtful.
He knew very well that the Xu family's situation was almost the same as their Gao family's!
But the problem is that the Xu family has no backing!
Although Xu Yan was the Minister of Rites, his power in the capital was no match for the Gao family. In this situation, even the Gao family couldn't do anything, so how could the Xu family possibly find a way out?
"Dad, what's going on?"
Gao Hang couldn't help but ask.
"You ask me, who should I ask?"
Gao Boyan was also upset.
He couldn't understand why the Xu family was saved?
What power background does the Xu family have in Beijing?
Not at all!
The only influence the Xu family has is the one in Linzhou...
etc!
The next second, Gao Boyan seemed to realize something and his eyes fixed.
The Xu family and the Lin family are old friends in Linzhou!
But, isn’t it rumored that the Xu family is close to the imperial court and is gradually drifting away from the Lin family?
But, apart from the Lin family, who else can save the Xu family?
If it really is the Lin family... then wouldn't it only be the Prince of Lin?
Could it be that Prince Lin really saved the Xu family?!
But……
Why did Prince Lin save the Xu family?
Also, what about the Gao family?
Thinking of this, Gao Boyan could no longer sit still!
If this is true, then why haven't they come to rescue the Gao family yet?
Could it be that the Prince of Lin... went back on his word?!
Gao Boyan's expression changed slightly. He had placed all his hopes on Prince Lin. If Prince Lin really went back on his word...
"Dad, Dad, why do you look so ugly?"
Gao Hang saw his father's expression.
"fine!"
Gao Boyan took a deep breath and muttered to himself.
No way!
Prince Lin is not that kind of person!
He...will definitely come to rescue!
He recited this in his heart, but as time passed, the prison became silent and Gao Boyan's heart sank gradually.
“Pedal, edal, edal!”
Finally, after an unknown amount of time, footsteps were heard again in the prison.
The jailer appeared again!
Behind the jailer, there were several figures in black fish robes.
These figures finally stopped at the door of the cell where Gao's father and son were imprisoned.
“Dad, Dad…”
When Gao Hang saw the jailer stop at the door, he seemed to realize something and an ecstatic look immediately appeared on his face.
"Yes, are you here to save us?!"
"Dad, isn't it?!"
At this moment, Gao Boyan looked up and watched the jailer open the cell door. Then, a deep voice sounded outside the door: "Master Gao, come out!"
Hearing this voice, Gao Boyan finally felt relieved!
Here we come!
Finally here!
With this kind of situation, it's impossible for them to be escorted to the execution ground and beheaded. So, there is only one possibility left... to rescue them!
Gao Boyan straightened his clothes and slowly stood up from the ground.
"Hang'er, let's go!"
Gao Boyan suppressed the joy in his heart and walked out of the cell.
Behind him, Gao Hang followed closely.
Outside the prison, there stood five figures wearing black fish robes.
They are all from the Secret Department!
It is not surprising that Mi Tiansi appears here on the orders of the prince to capture the rebels.
"Come with us."
Several figures in black fish robes turned around and walked out of the cell. Gao's father and son hurriedly followed. Realizing that they were about to be released from prison and regain their freedom, they quickened their pace.
Can't wait to breathe the fresh air and feel the freedom outside.
Passing through the deep and dark prison corridor, just as several people were about to leave the prison.
Suddenly, a cold shout was heard.
“Who is it?!”
Immediately afterwards, several jailers appeared at the prison gate, blocking the way of several people.
"Secretary of Defense is investigating the case, get out of here!"
A figure in a black fish robe spoke.
But soon, a voice came from the jailer: "No, we haven't received any orders from the Secret Service. Are you pretending?!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the jailers at the cell door drew their swords and the atmosphere instantly became tense.
"kill!"
Seeing their identities exposed, the five figures in black fish robes no longer concealed their identities. They immediately drew their swords and engaged in a fierce fight with the jailer at the door.
In an instant, the scene became chaotic.
The Gao family father and son who were following behind stood there in a daze, their eyes blank!
This, what is going on?
what happens?
Didn't you rescue them?
How did it become a prison break?
"Quick, get out of here first!"
At this moment, a figure in a black fish robe repelled two jailers and anxiously instructed the Gao family father and son in a low voice, "We will escort you out quickly. There is a carriage waiting outside the door. His Royal Highness will escort you to a safe place..."
Hearing this, Gao's father and son looked even more confused!
What, what's going on?!
How come His Royal Highness really changed to prison break? !
But the situation was chaotic, and they had no time to think carefully. Moreover, when they heard that it was the order from Prince Lin, who was here to rescue them... Although it felt a little strange, Gao Boyan still instinctively chose to believe it.
At this point, there is no turning back even if you don’t believe it!
"Walk!"
Gao Boyan immediately made up his mind and took Gao Hang with him, and under the escort of several figures in black fish robes, he forcibly escaped from the prison.
They are worthy of being the masters of Mi Tiansi. Each of them is a master who can fight ten people at the same time. For a while, they beat these jailers without any chance of fighting back.
Gao Boyan took the opportunity to take Gao Hang out of the prison and walked out of the prison without looking back.
Sure enough, I saw a carriage waiting for a long time not far from the prison.
"No time to explain, get in the car!"
The coachman beside the horse saw the two of them and waved to them!
Gao Boyan and Gao Hang ran to the carriage and quickly got on!
"There's an assassin!"
"Someone's breaking into the prison!"
"Catch them!"
“…”
Outside the Jingzhao prison, a fire suddenly lit up and many jailers chased out.
"Go!"
The groom beside the horse jumped onto the carriage and drove the horses away quickly!
“Hurry up, hurry up!”
In the carriage, seeing the pursuers chasing behind, Gao's father and son were worried and anxious!
So exciting!
But it’s nice to breathe some fresh air again!
Very good!
Alive!
…
at the same time.
Jingzhao Prefecture, above the mansion.
Listening to the noise coming from outside, Jingzhao Yin's face was full of worry: "Chen Kuishou, is this really okay?!"
In the corner of the room, an expressionless figure stood quietly, looking coldly towards the fire in the direction of the prison outside the yard.
After a while, he said expressionlessly, "If anything happens, Mi Tiansi will be fully responsible."
After hearing this, Jingzhao Yin finally felt relieved.
"Thank you very much, Chen Kuishou..."
At this point, Jingzhao Yin couldn't help but ask tentatively, "I wonder why Chen Kuishou is going to such great lengths..."
Chen Kuishou glanced at him coldly: "Don't ask questions that you shouldn't ask!"
Jingzhao Yin shut up immediately!
"I understand!"
“…”
On the other side, in the carriage, when the pursuers behind them disappeared, the Gao family father and son in the carriage finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Then, Gao Boyan finally thought of something.
"Where are we going?"
The coachman outside the carriage said, "Don't worry, sir. I have been ordered to take you to a safe place."
"That's good."
Gao Boyan felt relieved.
But after calming down and thinking about it carefully, I felt more and more that something seemed strange.
"Dad, something doesn't seem right?"
At this time, Gao Hang, who had calmed down, also realized that something seemed to be wrong!
Why are they running away?
Why did Prince Lin want to break out of prison?
After this prison break, won’t the Gao family become fugitives in the future?
As soon as this thought came to mind, Gao's father and son gradually realized that the matter was serious!
"Wait, stop!"
Gao Boyan spoke up.
At this moment, the coachman outside the carriage also stopped his horse.
"Master Gao, we're here!"
"arrive?!"
Gao Boyan opened the car curtain with a look of alertness and suspicion, only to find that they had arrived at... Gao's Manor without knowing when!
Isn’t this the Gao family’s place?
Why are you here?
"Your Highness, I have been waiting for you in there for a long time!"
The groom said.
"Your Highness, why do you want to break the prison?" Gao Boyan asked in a deep voice.
"I don't know about this. I'm just a groom!" said the groom.
At this moment, Gao Boyan had countless questions in his mind, but he still suppressed them.
"Let's go see His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"
Gao Boyan was going to find His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to get to the bottom of things. If tonight's matter wasn't handled properly, their Gao family would become fugitives in the future!
How to survive in the future?
Gao Boyan took Gao Hang into the manor.
This was the Gao family's manor, and they were very familiar with all the furnishings within. It had been sealed off, but it seemed no one from the imperial court had been seen there.
Could it be that... it has been unblocked?
Just as the father and son were puzzled, lights came on in the front hall.
It was already midnight and everything was pitch black.
When Gao's father and son came to the front hall, they saw a group of figures in the front hall.
"His Royal Highness?"
Gao Boyan and his son walked into the courtyard and looked into the front hall.
However, they did not see the figure of Prince Lin. Instead, they saw a familiar figure.
An expressionless middle-aged man was sitting in the front hall, watching the two of them quietly.
When Gao Boyan and his son saw the middle-aged man, their expressions suddenly changed.
"Zhou, Zhou Yao?!"
"Why, why is it you?!"
“…”
