Playing the Pig and Eating the Tiger: My Funny System is Too Fierce

Chapter 199 The truth emerges

"Found it!" The niece came running over with a secret letter. "Third sister, look at this!"

The third young lady was practicing swordplay in the courtyard. Upon hearing this, she stopped and asked, "Why are you so frightened?"

"There's something fishy going on with the Minister of War," the niece said in a low voice.

The Third Young Lady quickly glanced at the secret letter, her brow furrowing ever deeper. It turned out that the Minister of War was not only connected to the Imperial Concubine's faction, but also secretly connected to the foreign tribes of the Northern Territory!

"Is this evidence conclusive?" the third young lady asked cautiously.

"It's absolutely true," the niece said. "I've had three different people confirm it. And..." She lowered her voice again, "There's even more explosive news."

At this moment, my cousin came rushing over and asked, "Guess what I found out?"

The three of them quickly found a secluded place to talk.

It turns out that all of this was an elaborate scheme! The Minister of War colluded with the Imperial Concubine to kill two birds with one stone: disrupt the court and facilitate the Crown Prince's marriage to the Imperial Concubine's niece.

"No wonder!" Miss San suddenly realized, "No wonder they want to create a border crisis, it turns out it's for this."

"Not only that," my cousin added, "they're also trying to take advantage of this opportunity to make money. I've found out that a large amount of food and supplies have been secretly stockpiled recently..."

The three of them looked at each other and understood the connection.

Once a border war breaks out, food and fodder will inevitably be in short supply. By then, the supplies they have can be sold at a good price!

"These people," the niece said angrily, "are so heartless!"

"Don't worry," the Third Miss analyzed calmly, "Now that we have found out the truth, we need to make careful plans next."

"What are your plans?" asked my cousin.

A sharp glint flashed in the eyes of the Third Miss: "Since they want to put on a show, then we will play along with them!"

That evening, the third young lady went to the imperial study to discuss matters as scheduled.

"So," Mo Yunchen finished listening to her report, "has the matter been thoroughly investigated?"

"Yes," the third young lady presented the evidence one by one, "These are all solid evidence."

Mo Yunchen read it carefully, his face becoming increasingly heavy. "What a Minister of War, what a Concubine! How dare they collude with alien races..."

"Your Highness, please calm down," said the Third Lady. "I think this is an opportunity."

"Oh?" Mo Yunchen became interested. "Tell me about it."

"Since they want to put on a show," said the Third Miss, "why don't we just play along with them?"

She explained her plan in detail. Mo Yunchen listened, his eyes flashing with appreciation: "Not bad, I'll do as you say."

The Third Miss was about to leave when Mo Yunchen suddenly stopped her and said, "Wait."

"Your Highness, do you have any further instructions?"

"Aren't you curious about what I think?"

"What?" The third young lady didn't react for a moment.

"About the selection of concubines." Mo Yunchen looked straight at her.

The third lady's heart beat faster: "This..."

"Do you know why I haven't appointed a concubine?" Mo Yunchen stood up and walked in front of her.

The third young lady lowered her head and didn't dare to look at him.

"Because I'm waiting for someone," Mo Yunchen said softly, "someone who is both smart and sensible."

The third young lady's heart beat faster.

"This person can not only help me handle state affairs, but also always make me happy." Mo Yunchen continued, "Although sometimes he is a little too naughty..."

The third young lady couldn't help but look up and met the prince's gentle gaze.

"So..." Mo Yunchen said softly, "Are you willing to wait for me to take care of all these things?"

The third lady's eyes were filled with tears: "Your Highness..."

"I know it's too early to say this now," Mo Yunchen said, "but I don't want you to have any doubts."

The third lady burst into laughter and said, "I understand."

"Okay," Mo Yunchen coughed lightly, "let's get down to business. Prepare for tomorrow's court meeting."

The third lady immediately calmed down and said, "Yes."

The next morning, as soon as the court meeting began, the Minister of War took the initiative to request a report.

"Your Highness, the situation in the north is critical. Please send reinforcements as soon as possible!"

Mo Yunchen had no expression on his face: "Is there any definite news?"

"It is absolutely certain!" the Minister of War vowed, "I have inquired from many sources..."

"Really?" Miss Three suddenly asked, "I wonder if you've personally checked it out?"

The Minister of War was stunned: "This..."

"If there is none," the Third Miss pressed, "then how can you be sure the news is true?"

"This..." Cold sweat broke out on the Minister of War's forehead.

"How about this," the Third Miss suggested, "Your Excellency, please go to the border in person to inspect it. That would give you a firsthand understanding of the situation."

Mo Yunchen immediately agreed: "This is a good suggestion. Minister of War, you should set off immediately."

"This..." The Minister of War panicked, "I am not feeling well..."

"It's okay," Mo Yunchen said calmly, "I've already made arrangements. Come on!"

A team of guards immediately came in from outside the hall.

"Escort the Minister of War and set off immediately," Mo Yunchen ordered, "make sure he reaches the border safely."

The Minister of War's face changed drastically: This is clearly house arrest!

But he didn't dare to resist and could only follow the guards away tremblingly.

As soon as he left, the Minister of Rites immediately stepped forward to change the subject: "Your Highness, regarding the selection of a concubine..."

"Oh?" Mo Yunchen said with a half-smile, "Are you so anxious?"

"Well..." The Minister of Rites smiled apologetically, "I am also thinking about Your Highness."

"Really?" Mo Yunchen stood up, "Then I wonder if you know this?"

He took out a stack of secret letters and said, "This is the correspondence between you and the imperial concubine and her group. Would you like me to read it to you?"

The Minister of Rites turned pale and knelt down with a thud: "Your Majesty deserves death!"

"Take him away!" Mo Yunchen waved his hand, "interrogate him thoroughly!"

The court was completely silent. No one had expected things to change so quickly.

"My dear ministers," Mo Yunchen looked around at the ministers, "I have always advocated winning people over with virtue, but if anyone has ill intentions, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

The ministers kowtowed one after another: "Your Highness is wise!"

After the court was dismissed, the third young lady was about to leave when Mo Yunchen called her back: "Wait a minute."

“What else?”

"Come to the Imperial Garden tonight," Mo Yunchen said, "I have something to say."

The third young lady's heart skipped a beat: "Yes."

At night, in the Imperial Garden.

The third young lady arrived as scheduled and saw the prince standing alone under the moon.

"Your Highness." she called softly.

Mo Yunchen turned around, his figure standing tall and straight in the moonlight. "Are you here?"

"Yes." The third lady approached, "What does Your Highness want to see me about?"

"Nothing," Mo Yunchen said, "I just want to talk to you."

The third lady felt warm in her heart: "Your Highness handled it well today!"

"Your plan is good," Mo Yunchen said, "If you hadn't investigated it thoroughly, I wouldn't have acted so quickly."

"This is what a servant should do."

"You..." Mo Yunchen looked at her, "When did you become so humble?"

The third young lady winked mischievously: "That depends on who you are talking to."

Mo Yunchen laughed: "You are the only one who talks too much."

The two walked slowly along the garden, chatting and laughing from time to time. The moonlight was like water, the breeze was blowing, and everything was so beautiful.

"By the way," Mo Yunchen suddenly said, "I've studied your new formation."

"Oh?" Miss San became interested. "What do you think, Your Highness?"

"Not bad, but it still needs improvement," Mo Yunchen said, "For example, here..."

And so, the two began discussing military matters again. To others, this might seem strange: wouldn't it be nice for a young couple to talk about love? Why discuss such serious topics?

But only they know that it is this tacit communication that brings the two people closer and closer.

Because they all understand that true feelings are not expressed in grand declarations, but accumulated bit by bit.

Just like now, they can argue for a formation for a long time, and discuss a detail for a long time, but no one feels annoyed.

Because during the argument, they saw each other's seriousness and felt each other's intentions.

This is the most precious thing.

"It's getting late," Mo Yunchen finally said, "You should go back and rest."

"Yes," the Third Miss nodded, "Your Highness should also go to bed early."

"Wait," Mo Yunchen called her, "Are you coming tomorrow?"

The third lady smiled and turned back: "Your Highness, are you looking forward to my coming?"

"Go away," Mo Yunchen waved his hand, "You're the only one who talks too much."

Looking at her departing back, Mo Yunchen smiled: This girl is still so naughty.

But it is this mischievousness that makes his life colorful.

In the past, he always had a stern face and seemed to have endless things to talk about. But after meeting her, he realized that life could be so easy.

The sound of a night watchman came from a distance, and Mo Yunchen finally regained his composure: It's time to rest.

Tomorrow, there are still many things to do. But as long as she is by my side, all the difficulties are nothing.

The third young lady returned to her residence, still thinking about what had just happened.

This seemingly aloof prince actually has a lot of tenderness in his heart. Although he rarely says sweet words, every detail reveals his concern.

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but smile: This kind of feeling is the most beautiful.

The moonlight outside the window is like water, it is another beautiful night.