CHAPTER 1130: CHAPTER 1128: I PROTECT MY OWN

After Wufu was injured, a personal maid named Mo Yu was added to the household. All the serving girls found this expected, as it’s only natural for the master to have additional attendants.

And the one called Xiao Qi stayed by Wufu’s side every step of the way, whether she was dressed as a woman or a man, refusing to leave no matter how she was called.

Additionally, the core subordinates accompanying Wufu out were tacitly divided into two groups.

When Wufu went out dressed as a woman, Jadeite and Mo Yu must accompany her. When dressed as a man, Chi San and Chi Wu would follow, using different coachmen to differentiate.

To facilitate this distinction, a small house next to Cypress Lane was purchased in the name of Chi San. If it were ever discovered they were the same person, it would only make operations in either attire more convenient.

Having suddenly been injured, Wufu had to delay going to the workshop of the Hundred Treasures Silver Building and obediently stayed home to recuperate according to Jadeite’s advice.

The news of her injury reached Ah Jiu, who immediately smashed a top-quality yellow jade paperweight.

"Zhao Mingjun, you’re seeking death!" Ah Jiu ground out between clenched teeth.

Yuan Ye and Yi Er exchanged a glance, both seeing mutual helplessness, along with a trace of disdain and anger.

No matter what happened with Wufu, she was one of their own, deliberately implicated and injured by the scoundrel Zhao Mingjun, and anger was inevitable.

"Issue my order to break Zhao Mingjun’s two lines in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, the Provincial Governor Song Zhihuai, the government subprefect of Yuhang Shen Qingyan, and deliver the information to the Crown Prince’s men. Also, send Bai Xiaobai back to Nanyue; have the Crown Prince of Nanyue keep watch for two years," Ah Jiu said coldly.

Yi Er was taken aback, stepped forward, and said, "My lord, the girl said it’s not suitable to act at this moment, subordinates believe..."

Ah Jiu shot a cold glance.

Yi Er shut his mouth, revealing a wry smile.

"Regardless of whether this assassination was orchestrated by himself, it is beneficial and without harm for him, eliminating dissidents and advancing his own positions. How can he have it all? This lord just can’t stand him being complacent and doing well," Ah Jiu said in a cold voice. "Spread the word that the assassination was orchestrated by Zhao Mingjun, and let it be known the benefits of such claims. I’d imagine the Emperor of Nanyue might have a different view on this matter."

Harmed his own people, yet still looking to gain advantage and benefits? Zhao Mingjun, what wishful thinking!

"Apart from this, send out news that the Fifth Miss of the Fan Family and the Sixth Prince have connections, specifically dating back to the Picking Spring Festival on March 13!" Ah Jiu added.

Yuan Ye said, "My lord, too much is as bad as too little. Stirring the waters..." If too much message comes out at once, it may backfire and make people think this is a conspiracy targeting Zhao Mingjun.

"Cloudy is good, and it might give the Crown Prince of Nanyue more leverage," Ah Jiu snorted. Seeing both were quite dissenting, he said, "Beiyan has just concluded its northern expedition, leaving them weak and bruised, not suitable for another southern move. Maintaining the status quo in Nanyue is better; once the Tenth Prince ascends, with Empress Fan above and the Fan Family in power, the influence would likely be one-sided."

In reality, saying more is no match for a few words: Ah Jiu protects his own.

Having heard this, Yuan Ye and Yi Er had no choice but to agree, then summoned other members to discuss court affairs. Ah Jiu had already returned for some time but hadn’t taken on any duties yet; the emperor wouldn’t leave him idle. What position to take and its pros and cons would need a bit of debate.

Nearing noon, Ah Jiu was again summoned to Cining Palace, commanded by imperial decree to accompany Empress Dowager Mo for lunch.