HLnovel Chapter 201 Extra (1) Parallel World 06
Chapter 201 Extra (1) Parallel World 06
Lin Shiping's calm voice rang out, "Weren't you planning to reform the law?"
They said they wanted to suppress the Qin Empress Dowager and the Qin family in a dignified manner, and completely change the environment in which imperial power was limited by filial piety.
"I won't wait any longer. Planning requires enduring humiliation. I am the Crown Prince, I will not tolerate this!"
She's trying to kill me, how can I possibly tolerate this? As the Crown Prince, I must always put the nation first, and personal feelings second. But I am not a coward who swallows my pride and backs down again and again for the sake of some so-called honor or etiquette.
As long as the Qin family exists, and as long as the Qin Empress Dowager lives, it is an insult to me! To deal with a clown, one should slap him to death! Only a good-for-nothing would be so cautious and tolerate the enemy's repeated provocations.
Lu Yuxu's attitude was obvious, and Lin Shihe naturally understood it.
But he still sighed, "It's too obvious, and it's not good for your reputation."
The officials and the common people were unwilling to see a crown prince who was too bloodthirsty.
But Lu Yuxu didn't care at all. "Things have come to this point, why should I care about my reputation? What if the officials criticize me, what if the world condemns me? With Father Emperor and you, how could I not hold onto this position of Crown Prince? This is my decree for the Crown Prince, just do as I say."
It was obvious that Lu Yuxu was determined to eliminate Empress Dowager Qin and the Qin family regardless of the consequences.
"Calm down," Lin Shihe tried to reassure him. "I'm not trying to stop you. I'm saying that this matter doesn't require your involvement."
Lin Shihe's words stunned Lu Yuxu.
No need for my involvement?
The two stared at each other for a moment, and then Lu Yuxu suddenly understood. He was filled with doubt, "You mean, you'll kill for me? But everyone knows about our relationship; it's you and me, there's no difference."
“There is a difference.” Lin Shihe remained calm and composed. “The Qin family intercepted you outside the capital. Although the operation failed, twenty elite soldiers from my Tingyun Army perished here, their deaths were gruesome. What’s worse, they ignored the Tingyun Army’s distress signals. The Qin family’s actions are a challenge to the prestige of my Lin family.”
The Tingyun Army has been loyal to the emperor for generations and holds an extremely high position in the military of Changping. Since the founding of Changping, there has been a custom that once the Tingyun Army's signal flare is launched, all visible Changping soldiers in the surrounding area must provide full support.
"In response to this provocation, our Lin clan has always responded with blood for blood, and the soldiers of the Tingyun Army are equally indignant. We cannot wait for His Majesty to pronounce our judgment."
“I killed him not for you, but for the soldiers of my Tingyun Army who died at the hands of their own people, and for the dignity of my Zhenguo Duke’s Mansion.”
In this way, Lu Yuxu can be completely extricated from this matter. At the same time, the opinions of military officers, soldiers, and their families can be used to obscure the incident through public opinion.
It's already a perfect plan. It eliminates the person you want to get rid of while preserving the crown prince's reputation.
However, Lu Yuxu disagreed.
He immediately grasped the key point and questioned sternly, "And what about you? What will you do? No matter how good the reason, executing others without the emperor's order is a grave mistake that violates the emperor's authority, especially since they haven't even been convicted yet!"
"It's alright." Lin Shihe didn't take it to heart at all, and even smiled. "Everyone knows what's going on. What can they punish me for? The Lin family's military power will never be relinquished. No matter how I'm punished, it'll all be over once the storm passes. Besides, you and His Majesty will surely do everything in your power to protect me, won't you?"
"With etiquette and filial piety at the forefront, if we want to eliminate the Qin family and the Empress Dowager ahead of time, we will inevitably have to pay a price. I will pay that price, which is better than you paying it."
His matter-of-fact attitude made Lu Yuxu laugh in exasperation.
“I am the ruler and you are the subject. To depose me would be to shake the foundation of the nation. The price we pay for doing the same thing is different. With me, it might just be a simple matter of confinement or reprimand. But what about you? What if my father and I cannot protect you?”
"It's alright if I can't protect him. Even if I really can't be the young master of the Lin family and the Tingyun Army because of this, there's still Shiming, isn't there?"
"no--"
Before Lu Yuxu could retort, Lin Shiming, who had been eavesdropping outside for a long time, was suddenly shocked and rushed in like a cannonball with a "bang," shattering the study door into several pieces.
"I disagree!"
Outrageous! Absolutely outrageous!
I've gotten myself involved in this mess! These two have been scheming and plotting, and somehow they've ended up pushing me into this mess.
Lin Shiming angrily pointed at Lin Shihe's nose and cursed, "You black-hearted fox! You've finally shown your true colors today, haven't you? Dream on! I will never be the young master of the Lin family. You want me stuck in the capital working? No way!"
Lin Shihe immediately stood up and was about to kick Lin Shiming, but was stopped halfway by Lu Yuxu who was quick-witted and agile. Lu Yuxi, who came in after him, also hurriedly stepped forward and hid Lin Shiming behind her.
"Don't be angry, don't be angry, your little brother is still young..."
Lu Yuxu held Lin Shihe tightly and wouldn't let go, constantly muttering words to persuade Lin Shihe to calm down.
Just as he had managed to calm the person down a bit, Lin Shiming, as if courting death, kept babbling on and on.
"I'll go back and tell everyone! You schemed against me! You bullied your own brother, you really know how to do that!"
Lu Yuxi's expression changed drastically.
Lu Yuxu also gasped in surprise, looking at Lin Shiming who was sticking his head out from behind Lu Yuxi and cursing.
This kid is really something!
"Lin! Shi! Ming!" Lin Shi and Jun Ziyi, who had just calmed down a little, lost their composure and struggled again, preparing to fight.
Lu Yuxi quickly turned around and pushed the little devil behind her out, "Shut up!"
"I'm not leaving!" Lin Shiming continued to yell at Lin Shihe, "Afraid of you? I'd be a dog if I were afraid of you!"
"Lin—Shi—Ming—"
"No! No, no, no! Shihe! Don't hit the child!"
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Fifteen minutes later, Lin Shiming, who had gotten his wish and received a beating, finally shut his mouth and knelt obediently on the ground with his head down.
The world is finally clean.
Peacemaker Lu Yuxu, the master mediator, picked up his teacup, took a big gulp of water, and let out a long sigh.
What a chaotic life the Lin family leads! No wonder Lin Shiping is so well-mannered; he learned it all from his younger brother.
He chuckled and turned to look at the two brothers who were still facing off.
"Tell me, who's the puppy?"
While tidying up his sleeves that he had messed up during the fight, Lin Shihe asked with a cold smile the meek Lin Shiming who was lying on the ground.
Having learned his lesson, General Lin was very pragmatic and knew when to yield and when to stand firm. "I am! I am my brother's most loyal and obedient little dog."
His shameless manner was remarkably practiced, clearly indicating he'd done this many times before.
Lin Shihe ignored him completely.
The important matters haven't been resolved yet, but Lin Shiming's outburst has really made people lose the will to discuss important issues, and it's clear that the discussion can't continue.
The sky outside was gradually darkening. Lin Shihe looked out through the now-defunct door and decided to put the Qin family's affairs aside for now.
"It's getting late. I'll take Shiming home first, and then come back to discuss this with you tomorrow morning." Lin Shihe stood up and patted Lu Yuxu's shoulder. "Go and keep the Crown Princess and the little prince company. Now that you're a father, Your Highness should take better care of your family."
Lu Yuxu nodded.
"As for what I just told you—"
Lin Shiming, kneeling on the ground, quickly picked up the keywords with his ears. The ingratiating smile on his face vanished in an instant, and his sharp eyes pierced Lin Shihe again.
Lin Shihe, as if sensing something, looked down at him, and the two stared at each other in silence.
After a moment, Lin Shihe sighed wearily, "...Never mind, there are always other ways."
Lin Shiming grinned.