Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 310 Lin Zhiqing: Saying One Thing and Meaning Another

Meanwhile, Lin Zhiqing was unaware of the disputes in the imperial court.

She spent a lot of time and energy researching Wuqing.

At the same time, he also arranged for his subordinates to investigate the neutral ministers.

By the time all this was done, it was past lunchtime.

Just as Lin Zhiqing was about to have his meal, an uninvited guest arrived.

"Miss, Jiang Liuyun requests an audience." Chaoyan placed the food on the table.

"I won't see her." Lin Zhiqing was determined to portray a character heartbroken by her fiancé's betrayal perfectly.

Asagao set out the bowls and chopsticks: "I've already refused, but he's been standing outside the door."

"Let him stand if he wants," Lin Zhiqing said nonchalantly. "By the way, has there been any news from Lu Huai?"

"We can't get in touch with Yunfeng. It should be time for the court session to end now, so we should get news soon," Chaoyan replied.

"Okay." Lin Zhiqing nodded: "Come out with me later."

She was going to the Lin family's house.

First of all, Lu Nanyue was very interested in the matter of Jianxintang.

Lin Zhiqing had Lu Huai deliver a message to her, instructing her to open a regular clinic while overseeing Jianxintang.

Lu Nanyue was very interested in this.

Previously, fearing there might be things she didn't understand, she had asked Lin Zhiqing to go to Jianxintang together.

Now is a good time.

The matter of Mole Lady has come to a temporary end, but the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion has been severely weakened and cannot spare the energy to deal with Lin Zhiqing for the time being.

Lin Zhiqing couldn't think of a breakthrough in the matter of the neutral faction, so he decided to put the matter aside for the time being.

When Asagao heard that Lin Zhiqing was going to the Lin family, she covered her mouth and smiled, "Miss, even if you're going to find Young Master Lu, you should fill your stomach first."

"Ahem." Lin Zhiqing coughed lightly, her cheeks slightly flushed, and buried her head in her porridge. "Who said I was going to find Lu Huai? I'm going to find Nan Yue to talk about the clinic."

"Miss, I understand. You're going to see Miss Nan Yue." Chao Yan chuckled to herself, knowing full well what was going on but saying nothing.

Lin Zhiqing pursed her lips. She mainly wanted to see Lu Nanyue, but it would be a lie to say that she didn't want to see Lu Huai.

She knew that the morning court sessions in the coming days would likely be quite lively, but she still wanted to confirm the matter of the Minister of Rites.

Previously, although she held leverage over the Minister of Rites, this could only serve as a constraint in the short term, and it was prone to causing problems in the long run.

If the Minister of Rites were to harbor rebellious intentions and decide to sacrifice his own family for the greater good, killing his son and daughter-in-law to save himself, then the matter would become very complicated.

Based on her understanding of Jiang Liuyun, she knew that once he realized he had been ambushed about Mole Mother, he would definitely try to turn the tables.

In addition, the Lin family has not shown any major flaws recently. After thinking it over, she guessed that Jiang Liuyun would only target the imperial gifts and the Minister of Rites.

However, the records of imperial gifts have been erased from both the Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of Rites. To find the key to this case, we need to focus on the Minister of Rites.

Based on this, Lin Zhiqing suspected that Jiang Liuyun would target the Minister of Rites.

The scandal involving the Minister of Rites directly affected his son.

This is undoubtedly Jiang Liuyun's most likely breakthrough point.

For this reason, Lin Zhiqing informed Lu Huai in advance and persuaded the daughter-in-law of the Minister of Rites, in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Lin Zhiqing guessed that Jiang Liuyun would definitely cause some trouble to divert attention from the fact that he had been caught cheating on his wife at Cangxianglou.

The best way to suppress a powerful Bagua is to use an even more powerful Bagua.

Moreover, this matter should be done sooner rather than later. Jiang Liuyun, being such a hypocrite, is definitely eager to wash away the filth on him.

Furthermore, given the matter between the Minister of Justice and Jiang Liuyun, clues could certainly be gleaned from the morning court session. Of course, these were all Lin Zhiqing's speculations. Since she couldn't attend court, her best option was to quickly confirm with Lu Huai whether these events had occurred during the morning court.

She went to the Lu family mainly to discuss the Jianxin Hall matter with Lu Nanyue, and then casually inquired about the affairs of the court from Lu Huai.

Correct!
By the way!

Just by chance!

Lin Zhiqing ate a couple of bites of food haphazardly, then took Chaoyan out the door.

As soon as she stepped out the door, she saw Jiang Liuyun standing there.

There were also many onlookers watching the spectacle.

Jiang Liuyun also saw her and wanted to go up and talk to her.

Lin Zhiqing didn't want to waste words with him, so she turned around and got into the carriage.

The carriage then quickly started moving.

Lin Zhiqing was preoccupied with other things and arrived at the Lu family's door in the blink of an eye.

Lu Nanyue received Lin Zhiqing's invitation early on and came out quickly.

"Xiao Qing'er, I've been feeling so bored these past few days, it's been so long since we've gone out together." After getting into the car, Lu Nanyue couldn't wait to say it.

Lin Zhiqing smiled and said, "It's been a long time since we went out together."

"Does Uncle Lu know about Jianxintang?"

Lu Nanyue looked refreshed: "Of course he knows. He knows everything about you and me."

“If I were to set up the new clinic by myself, my father would definitely nag me endlessly, but knowing that you are there behind the scenes, he is not so worried.”

“Uncle Lu is very open-minded,” Lin Zhiqing said truthfully.

In Dasheng, Lin Zhiqing had seen many people who regarded the idea that women should not show their faces in public as gospel.

But Lu Nanyue, with her father and brother's unwavering support, never bound her with worldly rules, is herself a kind of freedom.

Of course, Lu Nanyue herself is also very capable. Apart from doing business, she is very proper in terms of manners and etiquette wherever she is.

Lu Nanyue may seem to act on a whim, but she will never give anyone a chance to find fault with her.

In this respect, the three members of the Lu family all share the same lineage.

Thinking of all this, Lu Huai's face appeared in her mind again, so she couldn't help but ask:
"Nan Yue, what has Lu Huai been doing these past few days? I want to ask him some questions."

"Him? I don't know what he's busy with all day. He just went home a few hours ago and then went straight to the Ministry of Revenue."

"I heard there's something important going on at the Ministry of Revenue, but I don't know the specifics. Yun Feng is always nowhere to be seen, so he must be out on business."

"Little Qing'er, if you wish to see him, I will send someone to inform him."

"No need, he's busy, I won't bother him." Lin Zhiqing waved her hand and casually asked:
"The Ministry of Revenue has indeed been in turmoil lately. Do you know who Minister Xu Yuansui prefers to succeed him?"

"I'm not quite sure about that. Maybe it's the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue? Xiao Huai has been going to visit Lord Xu with him quite often lately," Lu Nanyue replied.

Lin Zhiqing was confident and felt that, judging from his qualifications and abilities, the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue was the most likely candidate.

Moreover, with Lu Huai, a smart and reliable man, by his side, Lin Zhiqing also hoped that the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue would be promoted further.

If he takes another step forward, Lu Huai can also take another step forward.

Lu Nanyue talked about many things related to Lu Huai, and Lin Zhiqing listened attentively, occasionally chiming in with a few words.

It wasn't until the carriage stopped in front of Jianxintang that the two turned their attention to the clinic.

(End of this chapter)