roccoschili Chapter 143 The Palace Was Fired
Chapter 143 The Palace Was Fired
Chen Dong did not enter Prince Jing's Mansion, a prominent family, but went to the restaurant opposite.
Chen Dong and a Jinyiwei sat opposite each other by the window on the second floor of the restaurant.
In order to conceal his identity, the Jinyiwei dressed up as a wealthy businessman and used the alias "Zhang Dafu". He poured a glass of wine for Chen Dong and said in a low voice: "Commander, after careful observation, I found nothing unusual. Prince Jing almost never leaves the house except for partying every night. Most of those women were brought in by the housekeeper."
"I received news that a few days ago, someone from the palace went to Tianbao Pavilion. This is the portrait." Chen Dong said.
Based on Mr. Jiang's description, he painted a half-length portrait wearing a mask and a full-length portrait.
"The figure in this portrait is somewhat similar to the butler." Jinyiwei Zhang Dafu murmured.
Chen Dong's eyes suddenly lit up, "When does the housekeeper usually go out?"
Zhang Dafu looked at the sky and said, "In another quarter of an hour, it's time to go out and find a woman for Prince Jing."
Chen Dong cursed inwardly, this Prince Jing is quite romantic.
No, having fun every night and staring at Wen Xuan is obscene!
Chen Dong took a sip of wine and thought about how to put Prince Jing in jail.
Tomorrow, Yan Yunzheng will mobilize troops to help Chuyun Kingdom at the grand court meeting. If Prince Jing wants to take the opportunity to cause trouble, there will be no troops to suppress him. But if Prince Jing is not removed, Chen Dong's idea is not reasonable.
"You'd better not think about rebellion, otherwise, your whole family will die on the road to hell." Chen Dong said in his heart.
A quarter of an hour later, the butler came out as expected, got into a carriage and drove away.
Chen Dong immediately ordered someone to follow and write down all the places the butler went and all the people he met.
About two quarters of an hour later, the butler returned and jumped off the carriage, along with three other women.
"Hu Ji." Zhang Dafu, who was sitting opposite Chen Dong, blurted out, "In the past, none of the women that Prince Jing had dated had Hu Ji."
Chen Dong stared at the three Hu girls and felt that they looked vaguely familiar.
"Could it be Hua Feidie? Those people from Tianbao Pavilion?" Chen Dong thought to himself.
The Jinyiwei who had been following the butler came forward to report, "Commander, the butler went directly to Piaoxiangyuan just like before. He did not get off the car and did not meet anyone else."
"The brothers who were waiting in Piaoxiang Courtyard said that the housekeeper and the madam stayed in the room for an incense stick of time, during which time girls from Piaoxiang Courtyard kept coming in and out. In the end, the housekeeper chose the three Hu girls and returned to the palace."
Chen Dong stroked his chin and asked, "Is the housekeeper like this before?"
"Except for the people chosen, everything else is the same."
"Have you found out the details of Piaoxiangyuan?" Chen Dong asked.
"Behind Piaoxiangyuan is the wealthy businessman Li Jie, who has some relationship with the Li family whose property was confiscated, but the relationship is not close. His sworn brother is the Minister of Rites."
"He is just a minister of rites." Chen Dong shook his head. "Take Li Jie to the imperial prison and ask him about his relationship with Prince Jing."
"Yes!"
It was as bright as day in Prince Jing's mansion, with bursts of music drifting out. Chen Dong felt unhappy when he thought of Prince Jing hugging a woman and having a good time.
"It's cold, let's add some fuel to the fire in the prince's mansion." Chen Dong put down his wine glass and said coldly.
"Commander, he is the prince after all." Zhang Dafu whispered.
Chen Dong said nonchalantly: "So what, Your Majesty? We are the Jinyiwei who monitor the whole world!"
"We have the power to investigate anyone who is suspected. Do you understand?"
Zhang Dafu's heart trembled, and he said quickly: "I understand. I will go down and arrange it right away."
Chen Dong drank and ate by himself, looking towards Prince Jing's mansion intentionally or unintentionally.
Not long after, loud shouts were suddenly heard from Prince Jing's Mansion.
"Go away!"
"Someone, put out the fire! Put out the fire quickly!"
"Quick, protect the prince!"
There was constant shouting and noise.
The entire palace was in chaos.
The butler escorted Prince Jing out, and the three Hu girls also followed out in cool clothes.
If it weren't for the fire, the three Hu Ji would have been naked. At this moment, they only had a tight-fitting little dress on, revealing their well-proportioned and firm wheat-colored skin.
Chen Dong narrowed his eyes. Among these three Hu girls, he saw one from Tianbao Pavilion - the Hu girl maid who took him to see Mr. Jiang.
"Tianbao Pavilion is indeed related to Prince Jing." Chen Dong sneered and drank a glass of wine.
He got hold of Prince Jing's handle!
"Catch that woman and torture her severely. Make her explain the relationship between Tianbao Pavilion and Prince Jing." Chen Dong pointed at the waitress and ordered.
Zhang Dafu responded immediately.
After a while, the fire in the palace was put out. Prince Jing's face was as black as the bottom of a pot. He no longer had the interest to play with women, so he asked the butler to send the three people away.
Seeing that there was nothing exciting to watch, Chen Dong stretched and strolled back to the palace.
Although it was busy today, it was really worth the trip!
…………
Great court meeting.
Prince Jing, who had never been involved in state affairs, actually appeared at the court meeting, surprising everyone.
However, those who were well-informed learned that Prince Jing's mansion had been set on fire. When they saw his livid face in the palace, those smart people already understood why Prince Jing was here.
"His Majesty is here!"
Yan Yunzheng walked to the dragon throne with the gait of a tiger and sat down.
Before Yan Yunzheng could speak, Prince Jing jumped out.
"Your Majesty, my house was burned down by fire last night. After investigation, it was found that someone deliberately set the fire. I ask Your Majesty to send someone to investigate thoroughly and give me justice!" Prince Jing said in a deep voice.
If anyone dares to burn Prince Jing’s Mansion, they will burn their homes.
Those ministers were grief-stricken and advised Yan Yunzheng to investigate the arsonist strictly.
"They set fire and committed murder under the emperor's feet. They really have no respect for the law! Your Majesty should investigate it strictly!"
"If they dare to burn the prince's mansion today, they will dare to burn the imperial palace tomorrow. We must investigate thoroughly!"
"Your Majesty, please give the order quickly. Eunuch Chen's Jinyiwei monitors the whole country, so it's no problem for them to catch a mere arsonist."
Yan Yunzheng knew about the conflict between Chen Dong and Prince Jing, and she almost immediately guessed that the arsonist must have been ordered by Chen Dong!
It would be best to let Chen Dong investigate this matter.
"Xiao Dongzi, since the adults have asked you to handle it, then you should do it. Remember, you must catch the arsonist. This is simply outrageous!" Yan Yunzheng shouted.
Chen Dong said calmly: "I will take your orders and catch the arsonist!"
Prince Jing looked at Chen Dong, and Chen Dong also looked at Prince Jing. When their eyes met, sparks seemed to flash in the air.
"Commander Chen, I'll give you three days. If you fail to catch the arsonist, you can forget about being the commander of the Imperial Guard!" Prince Jing said sternly.
Chen Dong said slowly, "Don't worry, Your Majesty. We can easily catch an arsonist."
Isn’t this just a matter of one sentence?
Yan Yunzheng coughed lightly and said, "Let's talk business. The princess of Chuyun Kingdom sent a letter to request Dayan to send troops to help her quell the rebellion."
"My dear ministers, what are your opinions?"