Chapter 4775: Seeking Help

Chapter 4775: Seeking Help
Wei Lingze knew what his father was worried about.

He is the eldest son of the Wei family and the legal heir. Theoretically, everything in the family, including political resources, will belong to him in the future, and his brothers will only get a limited share.

Moreover, Wei Shuxia was extremely intelligent and quick-witted, and had a promising future that was obvious to the naked eye. In a sense, this would pose a certain threat to his position as the eldest son. If he was worried about his own status, or was unwilling to give up his family's money and resources and was unwilling to sincerely save Wei Shuxia, then Wei Shuxia's fate would be foreseeable.

Wei Lingze did not feel angry about his father's worries and suspicions, because this was human nature.

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Chai Lingwu has been in a state of anxiety for the past two days. Although he did not respond to the call of the royal family and nobles to attack Jingzhao Prefecture, he sent his cousin Chai Mingzhang to go in his place. He thought that it was just an act of following the crowd and that the law would not hold everyone responsible. Even if he could not force Jingzhao Prefecture to make concessions and return the confiscated land, there would not be any serious consequences. But now it is too late to regret.

Who would have thought that Li Jingshu would be trampled to death in the chaos?

The status of a prince in the royal family is not low already, no wonder His Majesty was furious and ordered the three judicial departments to conduct a thorough investigation together with the Zongzheng Temple. However, if this is done, not only will the children who attacked Jingzhao Prefecture be severely punished, but even the family behind the individual will have to pay the price.

The prince of a county is the bloodline of the great ancestor. Even if His Majesty wants to let those royal family members and nobles go, he has to pretend to be sad and investigate to the end...

Ever since his elder brother was exiled to the northern frontier, there has been no news for a long time due to the long journey. Although he has taken over the position of head of the family, the family's situation has been getting worse and worse. Not only are the profits from various industries getting less and less, but more importantly, the political channels in the court are almost all cut off. It is extremely difficult for the children in the family to seek a background and become officials.

It is only because of her status as Princess Baling that she is able to maintain the last bit of dignity of this noble family.

But Princess Baling...

Chai Lingwu was upset.

There are generally two attitudes when men face their wives' infidelity. One is that they will not allow their dignity to be damaged and will resolutely divorce, even with a fight. The other is that they will turn a blind eye to the matter out of guilt, or even repeatedly avoid it as if it were unknown.

He is the latter now.

Not to mention a fight, he was afraid that even a few harsh words from him would anger Princess Baling, and she would move back to the palace to divorce him. Not only would he become a laughing stock in the world, but the Chai family would also lose the princess's protection and would be in a state of decline and unable to continue...

Why is it that Fang Jun, who is also a son of a noble family, can make Princess Gaoyang bow her head and obey her orders? He can even get along with several princesses with ease?
Could it be that the guy's skills in bed were really as fierce and invincible as Lao Ai and Tan Xian?
The more I think about it, the more jealous I become. Why is the gap between people so huge?

The doorman came to report that Wei Lingze wanted to see him.

Chai Lingwu had always been close friends with him, so he naturally invited him in. The two sat opposite each other, and the maid served tea and left. Chai Lingwu then curiously asked, "Your family is in trouble now. Shouldn't you be helping your uncle deal with your brother's affairs? Why do you have the time to visit me?"

Time was running out, so Wei Ling said bluntly: "I am here to ask you a favor, brother. I hope you can help me out for the sake of our friendship."

Chai Lingwu pondered in silence. The biggest trouble for the Wei family now was that Wei Shuxia was involved in the death of Li Jingshu, and how could he be involved in such a thing?

He said calmly, "I'm sure you understand my current situation. It's all show and no substance. It looks good, but it's actually extremely difficult. But we have always been good friends. As long as we can, we will definitely not stand idly by. If you have anything to say, please speak up. I'm in a hurry to go to the Prince of Dongping's mansion to pay my respects."

First, stop Wei Lingze with words. Don't say anything that is too difficult, otherwise I will reject you and make everyone embarrassed.

Seeing that there was no one nearby, Wei Lingze moved closer to Chai Lingwu and whispered, "I'm sure you've heard about my brother's situation. My mother cries and worries every day. If this continues, I'm afraid she won't be able to bear it. As a son, how can I sit back and do nothing? So I'm here today to beg you to help me."

Chai Lingwu asked curiously, "How can I help with this?"

"Your cousin Chai Mingzhang also participated in the attack on Jingzhao Prefecture. If he is willing to take the initiative to admit that he was the culprit in Li Jingshu's death, then my brother's responsibility will naturally be greatly reduced. With some operations, he may be able to be safe and sound, and let my mother feel at ease. Of course, for the losses of your cousin and your family, the Wei family will double the compensation!"

"How can this be possible? My uncle has passed away for several years, but my aunt is still alive and treats my cousin like her own flesh and blood. Your mother is sad and worried about your brother's situation, and my aunt is naturally the same. Trampling a prince to death is no small matter. Even if he doesn't have to pay with his life, he will definitely be exiled three thousand miles away. How can my aunt survive?"

Wei Lingze thought there was a way. Chai Lingwu's words emphasized various reasons but did not completely block them out, so it was obviously possible to discuss it.

Just add money.

"I know you are in a difficult situation, and it may be a bit presumptuous of me to ask you this. But my brother is the hope of our family. In order to have him released without guilt, our family is willing to pay any price. In addition to monetary compensation, we can also mobilize the connections of the Wei family to help the children of the Chai family seek advancement in their official careers..."

Make a lot of promises.

For the Wei family, they are willing to pay any price to rescue Wei Shuxia and prevent future troubles.

Chai Lingwu's mind raced, he was already somewhat tempted. The conditions provided by the Wei family were enough to help the Chai family escape from their current predicament. As long as they could breathe a sigh of relief, the Chai family would surely return to glory under his leadership.

But he also understood that this matter was not just about paying the price of a Chai Mingzhang, but also about bearing the wrath of the Dongping County Prince's Mansion and even most of the royal family.

No matter how delicious the food is, you have to be able to eat it...

Chai Lingwu sighed and said, "It's not that I don't want to help. The Wei family's compensation is indeed sincere, but no matter how much compensation, the Chai family has to be able to afford it. Even if the Wei family gives a lot, how can the Chai family face the anger of the royal family? I can't help you with this matter."

Not being able to eat the good things that are right in front of you is much more uncomfortable than being hungry when there is no food...

Wei Lingze smiled and said, "Don't blame me for being rude. You are really worrying too much."

"how do I say this?"

"Brother, you have a big Buddha statue but you are just sitting here in a dilemma, worrying about it. Isn't that just worrying about nothing?"

"How can any Buddha stop the wrath of the royal family?"

"Of course it's the Duke of Yue. With his current reputation, status, and strength, if he is willing to protect you once, who in the royal family would dare to cause trouble for you?"

Chai Lingwu's face flushed red, and he was furious: "Asshole! Did you come here today to tease me?"

He knew clearly the relationship between his wife and Fang Jun, and he became a joke among the dignitaries because of it. But Wei Lingze actually mentioned it to his face. Where did he put his dignity? It was simply abominable!
Wei Lingze said hurriedly, "Why would I do that? Back then, the name of 'Fang's strategy and Du's judgment' was well-known throughout the world. Prime Minister Du and Prime Minister Fang had very different personalities but were close friends. The two families were actually close friends, the purest family acquaintances. Now that my brother is in trouble, he has gone to the Duke of Yue to ask for help. This is not unreasonable. Moreover, the Duke of Yue has always been known for his 'righteousness'. Anyone who comes to him for help almost never disappoints, not to mention you, brother? As long as he opens his mouth, who in the royal family dares to offend him? In this way, my Wei family can calmly accept the compensation without worrying about revenge afterwards."

"This one……"

Chai Lingwu was hesitant and indecisive.

He understood what Wei Lingze meant. In fact, Wei Lingze also knew that the friendship between the Fang and Du families had long since disappeared. He was just telling him in a tactful way that he could use Princess Baling's "favor". As long as Princess Baling asked, how could Fang Jun refuse?

He should have been angry. Fang Jun made him a laughing stock among the nobles in Chang'an, but Wei Lingze asked him to beg his wife for help from a "wild man". This was intolerable!
However, if he could accept the compensation from the Wei family, he could revive his family business. In comparison, a little humiliation did not seem unbearable.

Even if this incident had not happened, wasn't the humiliation brought to him by those two evil men and women real?

Enduring the humiliation for a while and getting a chance to revive the family business seems to be a good deal...

Seeing Chai Lingwu was silent, Wei Lingze said anxiously: "Time is running out, I hope you can make a decision quickly."

Chai Lingwu said unhappily, "Will this matter work if I agree? It still requires the consent of His Highness."

"How about...brother go and ask Her Royal Highness the Princess what she thinks?"

"That's not necessary. This is related to whether our Chai family can get the help of the Wei family to revive the family business. I'm sure His Highness will agree. Without further ado, let Chai Mingzhang admit his guilt and release Wei Shuxia. Then we can ask Fang Er for help afterwards."

Will Princess Baling refuse to agree?
Based on Chai Lingwu's understanding of her, he wouldn't think so. After all, since she had done something wrong to him, wasn't it natural for her to help him?
As long as she is in this family, this is her responsibility.

To take a step back, even if Princess Baling does not agree, I can still get this done by sacrificing my dignity and going to Fang Jun. Even if Fang Jun is a fool, he can't just get his hands on my wife and then refuse to do something for me when I ask him to, right?
As long as you put aside your face, there is nothing you can't accomplish.

Wei Lingze was delighted: "Then please go with me to Jingzhao Prefecture and get this done quickly, otherwise something unexpected will happen."

The two of them left the house immediately and drove straight to Jingzhao Prefecture.

The bigwigs of the three judicial departments naturally opened the door for convenience, allowing Wei Lingze and Chai Lingwu to go directly to the cell to take out Wei Shuxia and Chai Mingzhang, and go to an empty house nearby to discuss what to do.

At this time, Li Daoli also led a group of royal family members and rushed into the Jingzhao government office...