Mother, I have returned to the throne.

Chapter 177 Resignation

Deep in the palace at night.

Song Youji, who used to go to bed early, now has his eyes wide open and looks full of energy.

In his hand, he was still holding the letter that Song Yuan had left for him.

The handwriting on this letter is slightly upright.

You can’t write words like this with a brush!

It was clearly handwriting that could only be left by Song Yuan's feather pen!

And this is exactly what is unique to Song Yuan, and it is also what makes Song Youji feel deeply!

Glancing at the words on the letter again, Song Youji subconsciously recalled the touching scene when he bid farewell to Song Yuan.

For a moment, I felt my eyes moist.

As for this father, he still owes his eldest son too much!

What Song Yuan did today not only moved the civil and military officials.

Thanks to the mouths of the only people gathered in front of the city gate at that time, Song Yuan's heroic deeds became widely circulated among the people.

For a time, a wave of enthusiasm swept across the entire Qin Dynasty!

In the past, whenever a war broke out, recruiting soldiers from all over the country was extremely difficult.

But this year, as Song Yuan's deeds spread more and more widely, conscription offices across the country were overcrowded!

Especially that poem, it has become the yearning in the hearts of many people.

And all these are the benefits brought by Song Yuan’s departure!

As a father and the emperor of the entire Qin Dynasty, Song Youji naturally knew the dangers of this trip.

Although he said that he was waiting for Song Yuan's return in the imperial city, he knew better than anyone that the probability of Song Yuan coming back alive was extremely small.

Since then.

I'm afraid I'll never be able to repay what I owe this son!

"Your Majesty, something has happened!"

Just as Song Youji was lost in his memories, the voice of Eunuch Qiu was heard outside the palace.

The voice was a bit panicky and instantly touched Song Youji's heart.

"Come in!"

He quickly let him go and asked the reason with a frown.

But Eunuch Qiu's next answer made Song Youji stand up subconsciously.

"Your Majesty, there are fires all over the city. The fire has been brought under control, but the Prince Jing's Mansion was completely burned down..."

"what?"

Song Youji frowned, a cold glint flashing in his eyes: "Check it for me, check it out for me!"

"Before dawn, you must tell me who did this!"

"Your Majesty, the City Patrol has reached a conclusion!" Eunuch Qiu shuddered when he noticed Song Youji's anger, and gave the final answer with some fear.

"According to their deduction, this fire was an accident... a fortuitous event caused by the recent dry weather!"

How can this be?

Eunuch Qiu clearly felt guilty at the end of his words. Not to mention whether Song Youji believed it or not, even he himself didn't believe it!

This series of events is too coincidental.

As soon as Song Yuan left today, his original residence was completely burned down. Even outsiders could see that there was something involved!

"Okay, okay, this is a very good answer!"

Song Youji was leaning on the armrests with both hands, veins popping out of his forehead. "These bastards didn't even want to let go of the boss's mansion. What on earth do they want to do? Are they trying to turn the world upside down?"

Song Youji was already feeling guilty, and now that he knew he couldn't even keep his eldest son's house, he was burning with anger.

At this moment, his eyes were wide open, like an angry lion.

Anyone who looks at it will feel terrified.

Even Eunuch Qiu, who had served Song Youji for a long time, was pounding his head and didn't dare to raise his head.

After a long time, Song Youji's weak voice finally sounded in the hall.

"Order them to put out the fire quickly, even if it's just to save a single brick or tile!"

After hearing such rich news, Eunuch Qiu Rumeng suddenly turned around to deal with the matter.

Song Youji sat powerlessly in the wheelchair, with a hint of thought flashing in his pupils.

Who did this?

Who has such courage?

Could it be the third brother who had a conflict with Song Yuan during the day?

wrong!

The third brother finally became the crown prince. Even if he was punished now, he would never do it so obviously.

But who else besides him?

Could it be any other prince?

That’s right, it must be them!

These guys are clever and want to use this trick to frame the third brother.

It seems that even though I have decided on the choice of the crown prince, those little bastards still haven't given up!

Why is it that among these sons, there is not one that I can worry about?

Thinking of this, Song Youji couldn't help feeling sad.

I think from the beginning to the end, the eldest prince is the most suitable person.

Perhaps because of his birth, Song Yuan has never pursued much in this regard.

It would be much better if everyone could be like Song Yuan!

……

At the same time in the East Palace.

The third prince also learned of the fire.

In just a moment, he realized that the other brothers must have framed him.

He was furious for a moment and started cursing.

Why are these bastards staring at me?

You've already lost, but you're still so unwilling to accept it?

They just wanted to frame me through this method, but did they really think that my father would believe it?

Just wait until I get out of customs!

When the time comes, I will definitely deal with all of you bastards one by one!

Don’t even think about having an easy time. Once I get on the plane, I will get rid of you one by one!

Especially boss, even if you leave, I will definitely make it difficult for you!

I want you to understand that when I board the plane, the entire Daqin will fall into my control.

Even if you run to the ends of the earth, you can't escape my pursuit!

……

Early the next morning.

In front of all the civil and military officials, Song Youji became furious.

A group of princes knelt in a row, their faces full of innocence, watching their father raging in anger, but they could only accept it.

No matter how these princes explained, Song Youji still refused to believe it. How could these things have nothing to do with them?

Since we can’t find the real culprit, we might as well just curse everyone!

Song Youji pointed at the noses of a group of princes and scolded them harshly.

But before Song Youji could vent his anger, another incident disturbed his thoughts.

"Your Majesty, Madam Situ requests an audience! Madam Situ is still holding her ex-husband's spirit tablet and is waiting in the back garden!"

Upon hearing this report, Song Youji's heart skipped a beat.

He immediately waved his hand and announced the adjournment of the court early.

When I came to the back garden, I finally saw Mrs. Situ.

"What are you doing?"

Seeing the old woman holding the spirit tablet in her hands with red eyes, Song Youji felt even more guilty.

"Your Majesty, I came here just to ask for leave!"

Madam Situ knelt on the ground, holding the spirit tablet in her hand, and slowly stated her purpose: "Your Majesty, all my relatives are dead, and I only have one daughter left. She has now gone to the border, and it is uncertain whether she can return alive!"

"I have completely given up on this imperial city. I don't want to stay in this sad place at all. I just want to move to a quiet place and spend my remaining years in peace!"

The sad tone makes people cry.

For a moment, Song Youji fell into silence.

After a long while, the Eternal Emperor slowly raised his head and said, "Madam Situ, are you blaming me?"

"Your Majesty, how dare I?" Mrs. Situ was so excited that two more tears rolled down her eyes.

"There are still several young children in my Situ family. My only hope now is to watch them grow up and have children for the Situ family!"

"I also hope that His Majesty will consider the old general's kindness and leave a last incense for our Situ family. As long as we can protect the last two or three people, if one day I die, I will at least have the dignity to meet the ancestors of the Zhenbei Palace!"

As soon as these words came out, Song Youji's face turned serious.

In an instant, everything that had happened during this period of time connected together, and in the blink of an eye he sensed a crisis.

"Mrs. Situ, are you saying this because someone is secretly framing you?"

"Your Majesty, I didn't say that!"

Mrs. Situ shook her head repeatedly, but her denial seemed a bit far-fetched in Song Youji's eyes.

That’s right, how could it be such a coincidence?

As soon as Song Yuan left the imperial city, his mansion was set on fire.

As a result, the mother-in-law came to the house early the next morning. Even a fool could notice the connection between these things!

I'm afraid it was this Madam Situ who clearly sensed the crisis from the fire last night, and that's why she wanted to leave the troubled area of ​​the imperial city early so that she could at least pass on the incense.

Non-vegetation, ruthless Practice makes perfect?

For a moment, Song Youji couldn't help but agree with this.

But he asked with some concern: "I wonder if Madam has any plans? Where are you going after leaving the Imperial City?"

"I..." Mrs. Situ's eyes dodged, and she was obviously hesitant.

"Ma'am, don't worry. I promise I won't spread this matter to anyone else. After all, those two kids will come back one day. When they know where you are, I can let them find you!"

Song Youji was the first to speak up to comfort her, but even he himself didn't quite believe what he said.

The border area is extremely dangerous.

Can Song Yuan and Situ Jing really come back?

Seeing Song Youji's sincerity, Madam Situ finally spoke: "Your Majesty, there is a relative in my family in Huai'an City, Cangzhou!"

Mrs. Situ was originally from Huai'an. Now that she has returned to her roots, it is reasonable for her to say so.

After hearing this answer, Song Youji no longer had any doubts. He immediately waved his hand and agreed with this statement.

"Then Madam, please go back and prepare first. I will send someone to deliver some things to your house later!"

"Madam, please go ahead. I promise that no one will know your whereabouts. As for seeing you off...even though we are relatives, it is not convenient for me to be involved!"

Song Youji's identity is sensitive, and if he were to see him off, it would definitely attract a lot of attention.

In order to prevent accidents, this is the only way to make it clear.

Upon hearing this, Madam Situ immediately expressed her gratitude: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

After finally seeing the widow off, he watched her stagger and disappear from his sight with a touch of sadness.

Song Youji, however, felt a sense of emptiness in his heart and stood there in silence.

After a long while, he finally murmured a sigh.

"It seems that I really feel sorry for the entire Situ family and for the eldest son..."