Chapter 162 Didn’t expect it
The Qianhu Suo has begun to block the news.

The Queen is recuperating here, which is no small matter. Once it is known by someone with ulterior motives, with the capabilities of this Qianhu Division, it may not be able to ensure safety 100%.

However, with gradual recuperation, Empress Ma's health gradually recovered.

She can now take some liquid food.

After the high fever subsided, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Deng Qianqiu slowly let go of his worries, and he asked the princes not to gather around and delay Queen Ma's treatment.

After all, at this time, you still need to rest.

As a result, all of Empress Ma's food and drink, including her entertainment, were taken care of by Deng Qianqiu.

Now Queen Ma has moved to a ventilated and comfortable room. The sun has been shining brightly these days. Lying on the couch, Queen Ma no longer feels the pain she once did.

Deng Qianqiu sat on a small brocade stool beside him, asking about his health.

Empress Ma couldn't help but sighed and said, "I really went through the gates of hell, Qianqiu, all thanks to you."

Deng Qianqiu said: "No, this is the blessing of the queen. I just got a little bit of the blessing."

Empress Ma smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you don't have to be so polite. You saved my life, why are you still so polite?"

Deng Qianqiu said ashamedly, "My father taught me... that one should not get carried away by success. And I really didn't do anything. In fact, this time, the queen was in great danger. She was able to survive. Of course, I had a small contribution, but most of it was thanks to God."

Empress Ma nodded and said, "You are right. Many people end up ruining themselves because of their arrogance. Not to mention you, even the subjects of the world, and even Your Majesty, should think twice before doing anything. How old are you?"

Deng Qianqiu said: "I am already fourteen."

Queen Ma said, "It seems that he is getting quite old."

Zhu Jingjing, who was standing by, personally handed tea to Empress Ma.

Empress Ma asked gently, "Did your father ever arrange a marriage for you?"

Deng Qianqiu was stunned and felt a little strange. Could it be that this queen was also like most aunties who liked to urge marriage?
Although he thought so, Deng Qianqiu still shook his head and said, "This... seems not to be the case. I'm still young."

"Not young anymore." Empress Ma smiled and said, "You don't have any brothers or uncles, and the Deng family is counting on you to carry on the family line. Marriage is a big deal, and if you are still filial, you should pay attention to it. And your father, how can he be so careless and not make any arrangements even at this age."

Deng Qianqiu really wanted to complain, it was indeed so.

Of course, he didn't dare to say this, he quickly covered his face and said: "Poor me, I have been without a mother since I was a child..."

Women can't stand hearing these words the most.

What’s more, she is the kind-hearted Queen Ma.

Empress Ma was moved: "I need to think about it, um... the Prince of Kaiping left behind a second daughter who is quite virtuous..."

The Prince of Kaiping... was referring to Chang Yuchun, but Chang Yuchun died the year before last, so he was posthumously named the Prince of Kaiping. His eldest daughter married the crown prince... The second daughter that Empress Ma was talking about...

Zhu Jingjing handed over the tea, then stood beside the bed, refusing to leave, her face as cold as ice.

When Deng Qianqiu heard the name Chang Yuchun's daughter, he suddenly felt a headache.

It's not that he didn't know what was good for him when the Empress acted as a matchmaker, but he was a person who only cared about appearance. As for Chang Yuchun, although he had never met him, there were many interpretations of this founding hero in later generations. All in all, Chang Yuchun's image was roughly the same as Zhang Fei's.

Think about his daughter again. She must not let her clothes drag and reveal a tuft of chest hair.

Deng Qianqiu's face suddenly turned miserable.

"Huh? What? Are you not satisfied?" Queen Ma was surprised when she saw Deng Qianqiu's expression.

Although the Prince of Kaiping has passed away, his eldest daughter has been appointed as the Crown Princess. Moreover, the Chang family has inherited a Duke of Zheng, the brother of the Prince of Kaiping's first wife, Lan Yu, who is now also serving as a deputy governor in the Metropolitan Governor's Office. He is indeed a rare and powerful general, and even His Majesty praises him highly. Among the younger generation, Lan Yu's future prospects are limitless.

With such a family background, Deng Qianqiu actually refused?
Empress Ma was also considerate, so she smiled and said, "Could it be that you already have someone you like?"

Deng Qianqiu immediately stammered: "This... this..."

Zhu Jingjing, who was standing aside, had already quietly retreated.

Empress Ma said, "If you have a crush on someone, don't worry. Just tell me and I'll make the decision for you. I understand this kind of thing. When I was young, wasn't it the same for me and Your Majesty? Parents' orders and matchmakers' words are certainly important, but you young people always have love between men and women. This is nature and cannot be violated."

Deng Qianqiu said hurriedly: "Yes, yes."

After leaving the wing, Deng Qianqiu had to go to the front to handle official business. Unexpectedly, Wen Yuanji came hurriedly at this time.

He looked around with a sly look, and only closed the door of Deng Qianqiu's public housing unit tightly after making sure that there was no one around.

"Captain Deng."

Deng Qianqiu looked at him with strange eyes: "What's wrong? Why are you acting so sneaky? This is not like you."

"It's a disaster, it's a disaster."

Deng Qianqiu: “…”

Wen Yuanji whispered, "Captain Deng, why are you so careless? We have to keep this kind of thing secret." "What kind of thing are you talking about?"

"Of course it's that kind of thing... Captain Deng wanted to do this, why didn't he discuss it with me first, and why did he make such a big fuss, making it known to everyone? Captain Deng... there is a lot of knowledge here."

Deng Qianqiu was confused and asked angrily, "What do you mean?"

Wen Yuanji asked: "I would like to ask the captain, how many Hu concubines have you got?"

Deng Qianqiu was even more confused.

Wen Yuanji asked again: "How much money did you receive from them..."

Deng Qianqiu raised his eyebrows and said, "I...I didn't..."

"There are thousands of acres of fertile fields. Tsk tsk... those are the most fertile paddy fields in the capital..."

Deng Qianqiu was confused: "What do you mean?"

"Captain Deng, you have accepted so many gifts and everyone knows about it. Now the whole world is saying that you are greedy and accept bribes. Do you know that in our Hongwu Dynasty, let alone such a huge bribe, even if you take ten or eight taels, you will lose your head."

Deng Qianqiu looked surprised: "Wait a minute, Hu Ji... land... and silver..."

"Yes, dozens of Hu concubines, thousands of hectares of excellent paddy fields, and silver..."

Deng Qianqiu shuddered and suddenly widened his eyes: "That's not right, there are so many?"

Yuan Wenji nodded and said, "It's all spread like crazy outside, with details and eyes. Moreover, this matter is definitely not groundless, the numbers are too accurate, and it can be seen that it was leaked by someone who knows the inside story. Captain Deng, you are finished. Even if His Majesty wants to protect you, I'm afraid it will be impossible to cover up such a big thing. Then... you will have to be punished. Otherwise, how can His Majesty convince the people?"

Deng Qianqiu was furious at this time: "I married the fucking Marquis of Ji'an, but he didn't leave me any benefits at all."

"what……"

Deng Qianqiu gnashed his teeth in anger and said, "I can't stand with them. I will fight them to the death."

"what……"

Wen Yuanji originally came to give a tip-off.

Anyway, he and Deng Qianqiu had been getting along quite happily these days.

He originally thought that Deng Qianqiu must be terribly frightened at this time, and was planning to give him some advice.

Who knew this guy would be so confident and say that you are justified in secretly taking bribes and breaking the law, right?

Deng Qianqiu was furious and said viciously: "Governor Wen..."

Wen Yuanji waved his hands hurriedly: "It's not Wen Zhenfu, Qianhu, you are embarrassing me, it's Wen Shi Zhenfu."

Deng Qianqiu said: "My name is Wen Zhenfu? Starting tomorrow, you will be promoted to a regular position!"

"Really?" Wen Yuanji was happy at first, but then he became worried again.

That being said, but...it’s not certain whether Captain Deng’s words will still count in the future.

Deng Qianqiu didn't care about Yuan Wenji's little tricks, and said angrily: "Let me ask you, are these true?"

Yuan Wenji quickly put his thoughts aside and said seriously, "It is true. It is spreading all over the capital. I am afraid... many imperial censors are very happy now and are hoping..."

Deng Qianqiu was furious and said, "Okay, that's fine, you want to throw dirty water on me, right? You want to take advantage of me, right?... You are unkind, so you blame me for being unjust."

It was Yuan Wenji's turn to be confused. He asked, "Who is Qianhu talking about?"

Deng Qianqiu sneered: "Who else could it be? Apart from the person involved, who else could spread such news so clearly? I knew that these bastards had bad intentions. It seems that... they dare to bully me because they think I'm easy to bully. Come, hurry up... report to the crown prince... You go to Chunhe Palace in person to see the crown prince..."

Deng Qianqiu said this, and without hesitation, he immediately picked up his brush and wrote a memorial, which he handed to Wen Yuanji.

Wen Yuanji looked surprised and asked, "What will you say when you see the prince?"

"Someone is plotting to destroy the reputation of the Crown Prince. Everyone knows that I am the Crown Prince's man. Now they are spreading rumors that I, Deng Qianqiu, am corrupt and pervert the law. Isn't that an attempt to murder the Crown Prince? Moreover, Your Majesty is very strict in governing officials. You are right. Let alone this, even if it is ten or eight taels, I will be beheaded! If I admit this crime, wouldn't I be a cuckold with green hair on my head? Please ask His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to ask our Qianhu Office to thoroughly investigate this case. I will definitely give His Royal Highness an explanation."

After hearing this, Wen Yuanji did not hesitate. He knew the seriousness of the matter. Once it was confirmed, everything would be ruined.

Deng Qianqiu shouted again: "Niu Shisan, call Niu Shisan over."

Not long after, Niu Shisan came hurriedly. He had obviously heard the news as well. He was full of indignation at this moment: "Qian Hu has been working so hard for the country. What's wrong with him accepting some Hu Ji as a reward? Qian Hu is being aboveboard."

Deng Qianqiu cursed: "I didn't get Hu Ji."

Niu Shisan's face changed and he flew into a rage: "They didn't receive it and still suffered this injustice... those mad dogs who have lost all conscience! Captain, you decide what to do, we brothers will listen to you."

Deng Qianqiu said: "Give me some men and horses to stand by. Today I will teach those bastards why the flowers are so red!"

"Here!"

(End of this chapter)