flstandardbreds Chapter 211 Clues
Chapter 211 Clues
"Your Highness, there is a letter from the Western Regions." The third lady walked quickly into the imperial study with a secret letter.
Mo Yunchen was reviewing the memorials. Seeing her strange expression, he immediately put down his red pen and said, "Speak."
"According to secret reports, the imperial concubine not only made friends with local forces in the Western Regions, but also had dealings with a mysterious organization." The third lady handed over the secret letter.
After reading it, Mo Yunchen frowned: "This organization..."
"Yes," the Third Miss nodded, "it seems to be the same group that contacted the Grand Tutor back then."
At this moment, my niece came rushing over: "Third sister, guess what I found in the old files of the Ministry of Justice?"
She pulled out a yellowed file: Twenty years ago, during the reign of the previous emperor, there were records of a mysterious organization operating in the Western Regions. This organization was skilled in making poisons, and particularly favored using some unheard-of toxins.
“Isn’t this…” The third young lady’s eyes lit up.
"Yes," said the niece, "it is the same poison that the Grand Tutor used to poison the late Emperor!"
The three of them looked at each other: This is not a coincidence, it is clearly an interconnected conspiracy!
"Investigate!" Mo Yunchen said coldly, "Find out the details of this organization for me!"
Soon, more clues surfaced: this organization is not only good at making drugs, but also proficient in various assassination techniques. Moreover, they act secretly and never leave any traces.
"No wonder," the Third Miss suddenly realized, "No wonder the Grand Tutor's methods are so cruel. It turns out that he got the guidance from these people."
"It's more than just guidance," Mo Yunchen analyzed, "This organization may have a deeper connection with the Grand Tutor."
At this time, my cousin made a new discovery: while checking the accounts of the Ministry of Revenue, she found some suspicious expenditures. These funds were ostensibly used for disaster relief, but in fact they were flowing into the Western Regions.
"You mean..." Miss San thought, "The Grand Tutor has been funding this organization?"
"Yes," my cousin nodded, "and the amount is not small. In the past few years alone, I have earned hundreds of thousands of taels of silver!"
Mo Yunchen sneered: "No wonder he dares to be so unscrupulous, it turns out he has such a backer."
"But now it's all right," said the Third Miss. "Since we've found this clue, let's follow it and investigate further."
Over the next few days, the imperial court continued to review the accounts while secretly investigating the organization. Gradually, a shocking truth emerged: this organization not only had influence in the Western Regions, but also had numerous spies planted in the Central Plains!
"Looks like we're going to have a major purge," the Third Miss said, looking at the list. "These people are really well hidden."
"No rush," Mo Yunchen said, "Let them jump around for a while."
Indeed, rather than acting rashly, it would be better to expose these people more thoroughly. Moreover, the imperial concubine is also in the Western Regions, so this is a good opportunity to lure them out of their hole.
At this moment, a report came from outside: There were new discoveries during the search of the Grand Tutor's Mansion!
“What did you find?”
"Yes..." the officer who came to report lowered his voice, "In the deepest part of the cellar, a secret room was found."
The three of them immediately went to investigate. This secret room was even more hidden than the ones they had discovered before, and it would have been impossible to find without a thorough search.
"This..." The third young lady gasped as she looked at the things in the dark room.
In addition to a large number of documents, there were also some strange instruments in the dark room. But the most eye-catching thing was the portraits hanging on the wall: the people in the paintings were the leader of that mysterious organization!
"So that's it," Mo Yunchen sneered, "This is their true face."
According to written records, this organization was founded a hundred years ago, initially as a group studying medicine. However, for unknown reasons, they later began studying poisons. Gradually, they developed into an assassination organization dedicated to serving the powerful.
"No wonder their poison is so potent," the Third Miss analyzed, "it turns out they're using unorthodox medical techniques."
"But this gives us an opportunity," Mo Yunchen said, "Since they know medicine, they will definitely leave an antidote."
Indeed, no matter how vicious these people are, they can't help but leave a way out for themselves. Perhaps the antidote to those mysterious poisons is hidden somewhere.
"I understand," said the Third Young Lady, "I'll arrange it right away."
In this way, the court continued to investigate the organization's details while searching for the whereabouts of the antidote. By interrogating the arrested secret agents, they finally obtained some important information.
It turned out that this organization had a secret base in the Western Regions, which was used to research poisons. After the imperial concubine fled to the Western Regions, she took refuge in this base.
"Interesting," Mo Yunchen sneered, "She actually found a good place."
"But this is also good," said the Third Miss, "we can catch them all in one fell swoop."
Soon, a plan was formulated. The imperial court first released the news that it would send an embassy to the Western Regions to negotiate peace. As soon as this news came out, it really aroused the vigilance of the Western Regions.
"Report to the Crown Princess," the spy reported, "They have begun to move!"
As expected, the organization dispatched a large number of personnel to deal with the delegation. However, they did not expect that this would play into the hands of the imperial court!
"Release!" Mo Yunchen gave the order, and the officers and soldiers who had been lying in ambush immediately set out.
After a fierce battle, most of the mysterious organization's stronghold was destroyed. Many important figures were captured, including several core members. Most importantly, a large number of poison formulas and antidotes were discovered in the stronghold!
"Finally found it," the Third Miss breathed a sigh of relief, "Now we can cure the remaining poison of the Queen Mother."
But surprisingly, the imperial concubine was not in the stronghold. It was said that she had known that the court would take action and escaped in advance.
"This vicious woman," Mo Yunchen sneered, "is even more shrewd than the Grand Tutor."
"But she's no longer of much value," said the Third Miss. "Without the support of the organization, she won't be able to stay alive for long."
Indeed, with the demise of the mysterious organization, the imperial concubine was like a bird with broken wings, unable to make any big waves.
Most importantly, through this operation, the imperial court not only eradicated this poison but also obtained a large amount of antidotes that could not only cure the Queen Mother but also help other people who were poisoned.
"It's finally over," the Third Miss sighed. "This was truly thrilling."
"It's not over yet," Mo Yunchen said, "I always feel like there's something I haven't discovered yet."
"Your Highness is saying..."
"This organization has existed for a hundred years. It's impossible to be wiped out so easily," Mo Yunchen analyzed. "Perhaps there are other branches."
This was soon confirmed: when interrogating the captured members, it was discovered that they did have other strongholds, not only in the Western Regions but also in the Central Plains.
"It looks like something big is going to happen," said the Third Miss, "but we have to be more careful this time."
"That's right," Mo Yunchen nodded. "Since these people have been able to exist for so long, they must have their own abilities."
At this moment, news came from outside: During the search of the base, a strange mark was found. This mark was very similar to a secret mark found in the Grand Tutor's Mansion that year!
"This..." Miss San looked carefully, "Could it be that the Grand Tutor has left some tricks up his sleeve?"
"It's very likely," Mo Yunchen said, "This old fox always does things in a flawless manner."
So everyone started looking for the meaning of the mark. Their efforts paid off and they soon discovered that the mark was actually a treasure map!
"Interesting," Mo Yunchen looked at the blueprint, "I guess I'll have to look for it."
Following the map, they discovered a secret room in a secluded area. Inside, besides numerous documents, there was also a diary. This diary detailed the Grand Master's interactions with the mysterious organization, as well as some of their secret plans.
"So that's how it is," the Third Miss said solemnly after reading the diary. "They are quite ambitious."
Indeed, from the diary, it can be seen that this organization not only wants to control the Western Regions, but also wants to infiltrate the Central Plains. If it is not discovered in time, the consequences will be disastrous.
"But now it's all right," Mo Yunchen said, "Since we've discovered their plan, we must completely eradicate this cancer!"
Thus began a massive crackdown. The imperial court mobilized a massive army to encircle and eliminate the mysterious organization's strongholds, uncovering those hidden culprits one by one.
In an instant, this century-old organization collapsed. Those who had been waiting and watching became obedient.
"It's finally over," the third young lady breathed a sigh of relief. "This was really thrilling."
"It's not over yet," Mo Yunchen said, "We have to be on guard against their comeback. The most difficult thing to deal with this kind of organization is their covert infiltration."
The Third Miss nodded: "I understand. I will arrange it right away."
Looking at her departing back, Mo Yunchen smiled: This girl is becoming more and more experienced in doing things.
Although this crackdown was thrilling, it also allowed him to see the growth of the Third Miss. From a newly arrived Crown Princess to an independent assistant, her progress was obvious to all.
And this is what makes him most happy.