The Doctor’s Three-Time Marriage

Clearly Arranged

Late at night, in the imperial palace of Gan State, in the imperial study.

Duanmu Chen looked at the kneeling imperial guards and an old man in prison uniform, looking miserable, with an inexplicable expression.

Duanmu Yi's face was gloomy, "Those two, were they killed by Su Liang?"

The leader of the imperial guards sent to Xunyang City said with an unpleasant expression, "If there is danger, they should have made their intentions known in time."

"A bunch of trash!" Duanmu Yi snorted coldly, "Retreat!"

"Your Majesty, this prisoner..."

Duanmu Yi looked at the trembling old man with cold eyes, "Send him to his death!"

Soon, only Duanmu Yi and Duanmu Chen were left in the imperial study.

Duanmu Chen sighed deeply, "I didn't expect that my eldest brother would use that method to kill Su Liang, and he almost succeeded."

The old man was brought to Duanmu Yi, and he couldn't help but tell a lie.

Duanmu Yi said coldly, "If I had known this, I would have let him accompany the second son as soon as possible!"

Duanmu Sheng originally had Duanmu Ao as a foil. Although he did not look as good as Duanmu Chen, he was also a qualified prince.

But now, Duanmu Yi is really disappointed with him.

One of the purposes of Duanmu Yi to abolish the Wan family was to cut off Duanmu Sheng's thoughts and prevent his son from rebelling against him.

Duanmu Yi thought that after so many things, if Duanmu Sheng had a better memory, he would be more obedient and stop causing trouble. This was also the premise for Duanmu Yi to protect Duanmu Sheng.

But the result is obvious. Duanmu Sheng and Su Liang are in a life-and-death relationship. This is not Su Liang's decision. Duanmu Sheng's desire to kill her is even stronger.

Duanmu Chen did not dare to respond after hearing Duanmu Yi's words. He only said seriously, "Father, judging from the time when the eldest brother arranged for someone to assassinate Su Liang, he got into trouble the day after Su Liang was assassinated. Considering the distance between the capital and Xunyang City, this could not be Su Liang's revenge after being assassinated."

Duanmu Yi narrowed his eyes slightly, "But it cannot be ruled out that Sheng'er's accident was caused by Su Liang."

"At least, it couldn't be her own doing." Duanmu Chen said, "If she drove the masters to the capital to capture the eldest brother, then she and the eldest brother attacked each other at almost the same time."

In fact, Duanmu Chen believed that Duanmu Sheng's accident was related to Su Liang, but he always made excuses for Su Liang in a way that sounded very objective.

Duanmu Chen also wanted to know, if Duanmu Sheng and Su Liang wanted to kill each other at the same time, did Duanmu Yi think that Su Liang should endure it instead of taking action?

"If Su Liang knew that Sheng'er wanted to kill her..." Duanmu Yi frowned and only said half of the sentence.

Duanmu Chen sighed, "In my opinion, this matter is actually very obvious."

And the facts have proved that if Su Liang thought that way, it was completely correct, reasonable and prudent.

"Do you think Su Liang is right?" Duanmu Yi looked at Duanmu Chen with a sharp gaze.

Duanmu Chen shook his head, "At the moment, I only know that the eldest brother wanted to kill Su Liang, sent more than one wave of assassins, and almost succeeded, seriously injuring a servant of the Ning family. But it is still unknown whether the eldest brother's disappearance was caused by Su Liang. If it was her, she abducted the eldest brother without authorization, which was naturally an act of contempt for the imperial power. But what I want to say is that perhaps in Su Liang's eyes, the eldest brother cannot represent the royal family of Ganguo at all. Please forgive me for speaking frankly. After so many things, I cannot admit that the eldest brother has any imperial power that is worthy of the respect of his subjects."

Having an affair with his brother's sister-in-law, taking human life lightly, killing his brother, and murdering important officials. These things are not ordinary moral corruption. Even though the royal family always has a dark side that cannot be seen in the light, Duanmu Sheng's evil deeds have been exposed. He is not only greedy, vicious and shameless, but also very incompetent.

Duanmu Chen boldly advised Duanmu Yi, and he did not want him to protect Duanmu Sheng anymore, but pushed away Su Liang, a talent.

After all, Duanmu Chen has not even taken the position of the crown prince yet. If the royal family of several countries abandons Su Liang, she may defect to another country. That is unacceptable to Duanmu Chen, who believes that the throne will belong to him in the future.

What Duanmu Chen did not dare to say was that with Duanmu Sheng's character, if he was given the opportunity, he would also kill Duanmu Yi and Duanmu Chen.

After a long silence, Duanmu Yi rubbed his tired eyebrows, "It's come to this point. As long as she can prove that Sheng'er's disappearance has nothing to do with her, I will no longer care about anything."

...

Duanmu Chen left the palace and saw a carriage parked at the gate of the Fourth Prince's Mansion.

Changan immediately asked, "Who is it?"

The middle-aged man standing beside the car saluted and had two tied-up men dragged out of the car, "Your Highness the Fourth Prince, I am the steward of the Ning family, my surname is Zhao. The master of the family caught two assassins in Xunyang City and ordered us to send them here quickly and hand them over to Your Highness the Fourth Prince for disposal."

The night was deep.

Duanmu Chen looked at the two "assassins" with their mouths gagged, and his forehead jumped. Without even having to distinguish, he knew that these two were the imperial guards who were sent by Duanmu Yi to test Su Liang but lost their trace.

"Thank you for your hard work, Steward Zhao. When will your master return to Beijing?" Duanmu Chen asked.

Standard Zhao said respectfully, "The master is on his way back to Beijing, and it's hard to say when he will arrive."

Duanmu Chen knew. Because the spy who was watching Su Liang set out from Xunyang City with her, and arrived at nightfall today, but they lost Su Liang as soon as they left Xunyang City.

There is nothing much to say about this matter. After all, Su Liang doesn't know who the spy in the dark is. It is normal for her to get rid of the spy after noticing it. It doesn't mean that she has something to hide. It only shows that the people of Duanmu Yi's faction have limited abilities.

Duanmu Chen felt that Su Liang should have arrived in the near future, so he didn't ask any further questions. He just asked Chang An to reward the visitors and let them leave.

"Master, how to deal with this...?" Chang'an asked.

Duanmu Chen also rubbed his brows and said, "Take it with you, I'll go into the palace again." In order to avoid suspicion, you can't stay with him for too long. If they have any questions, let them speak directly to Duanmu Yi.

So Duanmu Chen returned to the palace and brought the two forbidden troops that Duanmu Yi had "thrown away".

When they truthfully confessed what happened in Xunyang City, Duanmu Yi cursed again, "Trash!"

Duanmu Chen sighed slightly, "During that time, Su Liang was assassinated one after another, and almost hurt the people around him, so it's normal to be on guard. She has great medical skills, and she just used some poison to defend herself."

Duanmu Yi thought about it and found nothing suspicious about Su Liang in these matters, so he asked Duanmu Chen to retreat.

After returning to Beijing from Xuanbeicheng, Wan Shan, who had suffered a stroke, has been receiving treatment from Dr. Gao. Recently, he has improved significantly. Except that his body is still a little weak and he needs to use a wheelchair, he is no different from ordinary people.

Wan Shan's second son Wan Lin died in an unknown manner. His eldest son Wan Cong was executed in public half a month ago for murdering the court official Ning Jing. With the death of the second prince Duan Mu Ao, although the Wan family still lives in the General's Mansion, they have long since No longer its former glory.

Duanmu Sheng's disappearance made things worse for Wanjia.

Duanmu Yi believed that Ning Jing was killed by someone sent by Duanmu Sheng, and the Queen Mother Wanshi and the Queen Xiao Wanshi also thought so, even though Duanmu Sheng tried to explain in every possible way that it had nothing to do with him. For this reason, both the Wan family and Xiao Wan family felt ashamed of Wan Cong's death.

But Wan Shan knew very well that Wan Cong sent people to kill Ning Jing. Therefore, although he was heartbroken by his son's death, he did not direct his anger at Duanmu Sheng. As his health gradually improved, all his hopes were placed on Duanmu Sheng, hoping that he would regain his position as prince.

Who would have thought that Duanmu Sheng has disappeared!

The person Wan Shan hates the most right now is Su Liang, no one else. He believed that the Wan family and his two princes and nephews were reduced to this situation because of Su Liang's fault!

On this day, as soon as Wan Shan sent away Dr. Gao, he once again cursed and cursed Su Liang in the study with filthy words.

The guard came in a hurry and said that someone had sent a letter outside the door, saying that the matter was of great importance and asked Wan Shan to open it personally.

Wan Shan quickly got the crumpled letter, turned away, and opened it. The familiar handwriting that caught his eye made him sit up straight, his eyes widened, and he read from beginning to end in disbelief, and then read it again. Once, after being stunned for a long time, his eyes suddenly brightened up in a frightening way, and he laughed wildly three times, "Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful!"

The Wan family members were all surprised that Yu Wanshan was in a sudden good mood. He only said that he had a good sleep and had a sweet dream, and asked endlessly how the fourth prince Duanmu Chen and the fifth prince Duanmu Che were doing recently.

When night fell that day, Duanmu Chen received a summons from the palace again, and felt that something big had happened again. He asked his subordinates to pay attention, but Su Liang did not return to the capital today.

When Duanmu Chen entered the palace and saw Duanmu Yi, he saw an angry look on his face.

Duanmu Chen asked cautiously if something had happened.

Duanmu Yi threw a piece of crumpled paper at Duanmu Chen, "That villain did a good thing!"

When the paper ball fell to the ground, Duanmu Chen leaned over to pick it up and slowly unfolded it. The writing was not unfamiliar to him, but it shocked him.

It was actually written by Duanmu Sheng! He thought Duanmu Sheng was dead!

After reading the content of the letter, Duanmu Chen was also dumbfounded, "How...how could this be like this..."

Duanmu Sheng wrote in the letter that the disappearance was just his plan. The Wan family lost power, and he had no chance of winning in a fight with Duanmu Chen. Duanmu Yi was staring at him, so he couldn't do anything. Even killing Su Liang had to wait until she was in Xunyang City. In it, he also wrote about his plan to assassinate Su Liang. He was quite proud of using the evil plan of the grandfather and grandson, saying that it was a brilliant plan that he came up with in a flash of inspiration.

Duanmu Sheng said that for the sake of the throne, he could only find another way. There was no discussion with Wan Shan or the Queen Mother and the Empress beforehand, just to be on the safe side. He killed two henchmen who knew many of his secrets, created the illusion of being kidnapped, and went to a secret hiding place.

Next, Duanmu Sheng hopes that Wan Shan and the Queen Mother will take advantage of Duanmu Yi, Duanmu Chen, and Duanmu Che to get rid of them all no matter what method they use!

His plan is that as long as there are no more people in the Duanmu royal family who can sit on the throne, he, the missing eldest prince, can make a strong return. Who else will be given the throne by then?

Duanmu Sheng also suggested that Wan Shan find ways to provoke Duan Muyi and Duanmu Chen to turn against each other, which would get twice the result with half the effort.

Duanmu Yi had previously set up an spy to keep an eye on Wanjia, but he did not withdraw. This letter was today's harvest, and it successfully made Duanmu Yi's anger level reach the full point.

"No wonder he can't be seen alive or dead!" Duanmu Yi gritted his teeth, "Chen'er, you are right. He has done so many bastard things, and I am still protecting him. It is a big mistake!"

Duanmu Chen's eyes fell on the letter again and he sighed deeply, "Originally, I was thinking that if it was Su Liang who did it, given the genocide between her and the eldest brother, the result would be that the eldest brother would be killed. Instead of disappearing, you can come back.”

Duanmu Chen said the last sentence very slowly and meaningfully.

This letter made him suspect that Duanmu Sheng's matter might have nothing to do with Su Liang. The reason why he was suspicious was because, with such a clever method, Duanmu Chen felt that Duanmu Sheng didn't have the brain...

But obviously, Duanmu Yi is convinced.

Duanmu Chen was thinking at this moment, what if all this was planned by Su Liang? Deliberately taking Duanmu Sheng away, leaving no body behind, and then sending this letter...

Duanmu Chen felt that this was a brilliant plan, and it was also something that Su Liang could come up with.

But perhaps he was thinking too much, the fact was what they saw, Duanmu Sheng was playing a trick on his own, and now he didn't know where he was hiding, waiting for them to die before coming back.

Duanmu Yi took a deep breath and said with a sullen face, "Wanjia, we can't stay!"

Duanmu Chen said seriously, "Father, the eldest brother may still contact Wanshan, so why not wait a little longer, follow the clues, and find the eldest brother's hiding place."

Duanmu Yi nodded, "That makes sense. I will send someone to keep an eye on the Wan family. Is Su Liang not back yet?"

As soon as the voice fell, an old eunuch reported from outside, "Your Majesty, General Su Liang Su is asking for an audience outside the palace gate."

This time can match the time she left Xunyang City, if she is on the road and rests normally at night.

"Send!" Duanmu Yi said coldly.

Duanmu Chen put the crumpled letter back in front of Duanmu Yi, "Should I recuse myself?"

"No need." Duanmu Yi said, "I'll ask the Imperial Observatory to choose another auspicious day to hold the ceremony of enthroning the crown prince."

Duanmu Chen's face lit up, and he knelt down to thank him, "Long live the emperor!"

When he stood up, Duanmu Chen thought to himself that Su Liang was simply a lucky star sent by God to help him! Everything went incredibly smoothly!

Su Liang entered the imperial study with a bundle in his hand. After the salute, he was asked to stand up, but he didn't stand up, "Your Majesty, please make a decision for me!"

Duanmu Yi narrowed his eyes, "What do you want me to decide for you?"

"I was assassinated in Xunyang City, and the assassin confessed that he was instructed by the eldest prince. If it weren't for the loyal servant who sacrificed his life to save me, I'm afraid I would have been in danger!" Su Liang said with his head down.

Originally, Duanmu Yi wanted to wait for Su Liang to return to Beijing to question her whether she had captured Duanmu Sheng, but now the situation has suddenly reversed.

"What about the assassin?" Duanmu Yi asked knowingly.

"He was sentenced to death by the Xunyang City government, but was rescued on the day of execution!" Su Liang said, "It must be his accomplice."

Duanmu Yi looked at Su Liang and asked, "Do you know that the eldest prince is missing?"

Su Liang frowned, "There are two suspected assassins behind, claiming to be the imperial guards sent by the emperor to deliver the oral order. They mentioned the disappearance of the eldest prince. I can't confirm their identities, so I have ordered people to escort them back to Beijing and hand them over to His Royal Highness the Fourth Prince."

Duanmu Chen did not speak.

Duanmu Yi snorted, "That's the person I sent to find you. He's been on vacation for so long, it's time for him to come back."

Su Liang said respectfully, "Yes. Has the eldest prince been found?"

"If you find him, what will you do?" Duanmu Yi asked back.

Su Liang bowed his head and said, "I dare not do anything to the eldest prince, I can only ask the emperor to do justice!"

Duanmu Chen saw the slight embarrassment on Duanmu Yi's face. Because some things are considered "family shame", he will definitely not explain it to Su Liang.

"I know, let's wait until the eldest prince is found!" Duanmu Yi said, "You just returned to the capital, rest today, and go to the military camp to train tomorrow! I heard from Marquis Zhongxin that the new training method you proposed was implemented in Xuanbei City and achieved remarkable results. I have high hopes for you and will go to review it in a few days. Don't let me down!"

"I will obey your order and do my best." Su Liang nodded.

When she stood up to leave, Duanmu Yi stopped her again and asked casually, "Ning Jing originally had a master protecting him. Is that person following you now?"

Su Liang was slightly stunned, nodded and shook his head, "Yes. Originally, there was a senior who had received favors from the Ning family. After Ning Jing was expelled from the family, he found him and helped him to avenge and clean up the family. He also protected him for several months and taught me martial arts. But..." Su Liang sighed deeply, his face was sad, and his eyes drooped, "I went to In Xuanbei City, Ning Jing insisted that the senior go to protect me, but he got into trouble. The senior blamed himself and took his anger out on me, because Ning Jing originally wanted to resign and go home after passing the imperial examination, but I insisted on staying. He gave me everything, but ended up hurting himself..."

Duanmu Yi frowned, "Where is he?"

"He left." Su Liang said, "We were both in a bad mood at the time, and it was very unpleasant. He left in a rage and probably won't care about me anymore."

"What's the name of that person?" Duanmu Yi asked.

Su Liang hesitated for a moment, "Can I not tell you? He was originally a hermit. At this point, I don't want him to be involved in any of my affairs. We have no relationship in the first place."

"Forget it." Duanmu Yi waved his hand, "You go back!"

"Yes, I'll take my leave." Su Liang finished speaking and turned to leave the imperial study.

...

The night was as cold as water.

Su Liang rode home alone, closed the door, and walked towards the main courtyard.

Everything was familiar, as if he had never left.

After entering the courtyard, Su Liang carried his bag and walked straight into the room where "Ning Jing" originally lived, closed the door, and turned on the light.

Gu Ling walked out of the inner room, "How is it?"

Su Liang's lips curled slightly, "My plan worked. The emperor has seen and believed the letter sent to Wanshan. Great God, did you take Duanmu Sheng out of the city and throw him into the river to leave a way out?"

Gu Ling shook his head slightly, "No. At that time, I just wanted him to die without a burial place." He was in a hurry to return to Xunyang City and didn't think too much.

If the body was left in the Grand Prince's Mansion, Duanmu Sheng would be buried in the imperial mausoleum with great splendor.

If thrown into the river, the body will soon be unrecognizable. Even if it is fished out, no one will find that it is the eldest prince, because Gu Ling destroyed his clothes and belongings. The final result of Duanmu Sheng can be imagined.

The letter that imitated Duanmu Sheng's handwriting to send to Wanshan was a strategy that Su Liang came up with on the way back to Beijing, not Gu Ling's idea.

"That means we cooperate very well." Su Liang was in a good mood, "But you must be careful next time, and you can't be found with someone around me. I don't know how Uncle Liang and your grandfather are doing. If your identity is restored and you return to the capital of Gan State, I will fall in love at first sight on the street, but you will resolutely refuse. No matter who wants to arrange my marriage, I will say that I have a sweetheart and have seen Lady Gu, and others will look down on me. Our cooperation is still perfect!"

When Gu Ling heard "fall in love at first sight on the street", his eyes moved slightly, and when he heard the end, he turned around silently.

"Where are you going, Master?" Su Liang asked.

Gu Ling turned his back to Su Liang and walked into the inner room, saying calmly, "You arranged it very well. I am looking forward to how you will fall in love with me at first sight on the street."

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