Shocked! The salty concubine was spoiled by the cold prince

Chapter 202: Wanting to be justified

Pei Yunqing was able to get some information from the woman and start his own plan. He was actually a little annoyed that he couldn't just kill the old emperor like he did to his brother.

He wanted his throne to be legitimate so that he would not be cursed by the world.

Perhaps everyone who sits in that position has this idea, hoping that they can ascend to the throne through legitimate means, rather than usurping the throne by killing their father and brother.

However, Pei Yunqing was destined to be disappointed. When he attacked Pei Yunzhao, his hands were already dirty.

"I wonder how long you can hold on, old man!"

Pei Yunqing gritted his teeth and said something, then raised his eyes to look at the old eunuch beside him.

"Hu Dequan, how is the Eighth Prince?"

In the past few days, he had people monitoring the eighth brother Pei Yunlin, for fear that this kid would do something strange.

Although Pei Yunlin is young, he has been influenced by the environment for so many years. It is impossible for him to be completely scheming, otherwise he would not have thought of stopping Pei Xu.

Who knows, maybe that old man has secretly given him some benefits.

It's no wonder Pei Yunqing thought this way. After all, in his opinion, it was normal for brothers to fight each other, and fighting for family property was even more normal. But the old emperor was so angry that he killed Pei Yunzhao and even wanted to put him under house arrest.

It was obvious that the old immortal had used such means to succeed in getting to the top, so why can't he do the same?

Pei Yunqing doesn't believe in karma. If it really existed, it would have come a long time ago, and he would never have appeared in this world.

Hu Dequan didn't know what Pei Yunqing was thinking. When he saw him asking about the Eighth Prince, he said, "The Eighth Prince seems unhappy every day. He seems to be really worried about Your Majesty's health."

"Your Highness, the Eighth Prince is still young. Even if he meets His Majesty, it will not affect our affairs. Why don't you let him go?"

Hu Dequan really couldn't figure it out, so he asked.

After all, he had always followed the old emperor and watched the princes grow up. Seeing the eighth prince begging like that, he felt a little soft-hearted.

Pei Yunqing glanced at him indifferently, then snorted coldly: "Hu Dequan, are you still obsessed with your old master? Don't forget that you and I are now on the same line. Don't let me hear you say such things again."

He did not explain to Hood Quan, nor did he think he needed to explain to Hood Quan.

Pei Yunqing always stood in a higher position, while Hu Dequan was just a eunuch.

Of course Hu Dequan also knew what Pei Yunqing was thinking, but this was also the fact, wasn't it?

He was too hesitant at the beginning, which led to Pei Yunzhao's death at the hands of Pei Yunqing. He then chose to help Pei Yunqing conceal the truth, which led to the consequences today. He reaped what he sowed.

No matter how much pain Hu Dequan felt in his heart, he had to swallow it.

"Your Highness is right. I will never say such words again."

Hu Dequan lowered his head and prayed secretly in his heart that the Eighth Prince could survive this period.

After all, it seems now that Pei Yunqing has no intention of killing Pei Yunlin. Perhaps he will keep him and use him to show brotherly love in the future.

Pei Yunqing was satisfied when he heard him say this.

"Hu Dequan, as long as you follow me peacefully, I will not treat you unfairly. But if you have second thoughts, I can make you die without anyone knowing. I think you know my methods."

Pei Yunqing raised his chin slightly and looked at Hu Dequan with an arrogant look.

Hu Dequan naturally knew Pei Yunqing's abilities. The truth behind the prince's death had not yet been revealed. Even if someone guessed that Pei Yunqing was responsible, they had no evidence.

"I have never doubted Your Highness's methods, otherwise I would not have cooperated with Your Highness in this way."

If Hu Dequan had been a little bolder, he might not have ended up like this.

Unfortunately, it is too late for him to regret now, and there is no turning back.

"That's all you need to know. Stop talking nonsense and keep a close eye on Xiao Ba. If anything goes wrong, you'll be the one holding me accountable."

Pei Yunqing would never let Pei Yunlin see any opportunity or hope. People with hope will have the courage to fight back.

As for that immortal old man, he still has to continue dealing with him.

After all, the old immortal had never felt unwell before, and his plan was made so far in advance. If he died unexpectedly, it would be obvious that he was the one who did it.

"Old slave knows."

Hu Dequan sighed silently in his heart, but didn't say anything else in the end.

"Has Xiao Ba been behaving well lately? Has he thought about asking Pei Xu for help again?"

Pei Yunqing was still a little wary of Pei Xu, and there were already problems between the two of them. He just couldn't understand why Pei Xu only did some harmless little actions.

Could it be that he is also afraid of offending the future emperor?

This is not unreasonable, but it does not quite fit Pei Xu's personality.

People like Pei Xu, once they make up their minds about something, never seem to look back, let alone hesitate. Therefore, Pei Yunqing was also worried about whether he had a backup plan.

"The Eighth Prince hasn't made any moves. He must have run out of options. After all, he's only twelve years old, not yet in the sight of the courtiers. His mother was of humble origin and died during childbirth. He has no foundation or support within the palace. If he were to challenge Your Highness, it would be like a gnat trying to shake a tree."

Hu Dequan concluded this way, and his conclusion was very accurate.

"You're right. With his background and conditions, how can he compare with me?"

Pei Yunqing sneered, and the arrogance and disdain in his eyes became more and more obvious.

The success of these days has made him more and more arrogant and conceited, looking down on everyone, as if there is no one in this world who can make him afraid.

But he still had a bit of rationality left and still remembered that he still had an enemy, Pei Xu.

"As long as he behaves well, I won't be so cruel. I will definitely spare his life. After all, we are brothers."

It's a shame for him to say such a thing. He is so shameless.

Hood didn't know what to say, and finally chose to remain silent.

This matter was a big one, involving the imperial court, but it was also a small one, a family affair of the Pei family. He was just an eunuch, so no matter what, he had no right to interfere.

Fortunately, Pei Yunqing had no intention of arguing with him, but waved his hand and let him go.

As long as Pei Yunlin behaves himself and doesn't cause trouble, he can deal with Pei Yunlin after he gets the abdication edict.

Xiao Ba, whose presence is even weaker than before, will definitely not become an obstacle to him.

Pei Yunqing's mood calmed down a lot as he thought about it, and he was no longer as angry as before.

The old emperor has no one to rely on and no way out. What can he do even if he refuses to give in?