Chapter 2236: Preparing to Leave the Capital
Chapter 2236: Chapter 2236: Preparing to Leave the Capital
Meng Yunzheng sighed, “Qi Lie has already gone to the southwest. You know, the environment there is complex, and the power dynamics are also intricate. The Emperor wants me to go to the southwest to dismantle the last black market. I have a mutual understanding with Qi Lie, and we both participated in the destruction of the Changjin Prefecture black market. Plus, I lived in the southwest for over half a year, so no one is more suitable than me.”
Shu Yu frowned, “Is this the condition the Emperor set for you to go home and open an academy?”
Meng Yunzheng smiled, “It’s not a condition. To speak earnestly, the black market is also a major hidden danger for us. Although not many people know, you’re aware that the Second Prince and I are related by blood. Now he’s trapped, and his subordinates are busy trying to save him, leaving them with no time to deal with me. If one day he gets out of trouble, the first person he would want to settle scores with would probably be me.”
So, going to the southwest is not only for the Emperor but also for himself.
If the black market isn’t dismantled, the Second Prince could always cause trouble, which would also be a threat to him.
Rather than waiting for him to unexpectedly come knocking, it’s better to strike first.
Shu Yu pursed her lips; those words were indeed correct. The Second Prince was busy trying to seize the throne earlier, and Meng Yunzheng not being an official in the court probably meant he seemed powerless and insignificant in his eyes.
However, the previous black market affair in Changjin Prefecture was directly dismantled by Meng Yunzheng and Shu Yu, pulling the rug out from under it.
After this incident, the Second Prince must know that Meng Yunzheng is trouble. Once he gets free, while he can’t touch others, he can certainly use Meng Yunzheng, the academy’s Mountain Master, as a target.
Thinking of this, Shu Yu couldn’t help but sigh. Why do they always inexplicably get involved in these matters, clearly being the most honest and straightforward people?
“So, we really won’t have time for the second half of the year.”
Meng Yunzheng fed her a strawberry, “So we must go home and get married as soon as possible. I don’t want to wait until next year.”
“Alright then. Let’s wrap up matters in the capital quickly then head straight home.” Shu Yu took a big bite of the strawberry, “What are your plans next?”
“Tomorrow, I have to visit Mister Qi and the Yao Family. I can’t just ignore their thoughts and effort.”
“Okay, then I’ll make sure to handle matters at the shop thoroughly.”
With that said, they agreed and set off separately early the next morning.
Shu Yu went to the shop, and Meng Yunzheng also had numerous matters in the capital. After visiting the Qi Residence and a few other places, he had a meal with Xun Sheng and a group of examinees. When faced with their confusion and inquiries, he simply explained a few words, then invited everyone to visit his academy in Dongan Province.
Around five or six days passed in this manner. They handled all their business and clarified what needed to be communicated, preparing to set off for home.
But before leaving, there was one more thing.
Meng Yunzheng needed to visit the Song Family’s ancestral graves.
Last time, Aunt Hong told Shu Yu that she had relocated Song Dazhuang’s grave to the Song Family’s ancestral graves.
Since Song Family’s parents were not kind to Song Xin, over the years, Meng Yunzheng only visited Song Xin’s burial site and rarely went to the Song Family’s ancestral graves.
Now, his great revenge has been avenged, and he also knows there’s an uncle who took good care of his mother.
Since he’s back, he should take Little Song Le to see his father and grandparents.
The group bought some incense and paper money and headed straight out of the city with Little Song Le.
Upon reaching their destination, Shu Yu looked at the newly renovated tombstone, knowing it was all Aunt Hong’s doing.