Chapter 392: Have You Had Any Real Suspects

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Liu Fuyun was somewhat surprised and turned to her, asking, Why are you suddenly bringing this up?

The bond between father and daughter had eroded over time through numerous conflicts. Liu Fuyun was not foolish; he could see that his daughter intended to distance herself from him.

But he wouldnt allow it!

After this extended period of reflection, Liu Fuyun had also come to terms with the situation. Even though Liu s.h.i.+mei was a stain on the Liu familys reputation, she would eventually marry into the royal family and be recorded in the royal genealogy.

Because King Dun Yu was a fool, the position of King Dun Yus consort might not be too prestigious, but it still held the t.i.tle of a royal consort. Who knew when this might bring some benefits to the Liu family?

Furthermore, Liu s.h.i.+mei was intelligent; she had value!

Father, answer me first. Did you ever have suspicions? Liu s.h.i.+mei did not respond to his question.

Liu Fuyun frowned and said, Indeed, I had suspicions, but they were only suspicions. Even Lord w.a.n.g from the Ministry of Justice couldnt find any substantial evidence. Whats the use of suspicions?

Liu s.h.i.+mei turned and met Liu Fuyuns deep gaze. Did Father ever have a specific person in mind when you had those suspicions?

Her unexpected question left Liu Fuyun dumbfounded.

Liu s.h.i.+mei had her reasons for asking like this. When the original host was still young, an 11-year-old girl who had lost her mother, she had always been accompanied by her older brother. How much could she understand about the complexities of human relations.h.i.+ps?

No one had ever taught her the tricks of the inner palace conflicts. If one had to talk about conflicts, it would only be the five years after Liu Quans death when Liu Fuyun deliberately groomed her to be betrothed to the Crown Prince. Only then did he begin to explain many courtly intrigues to her.

So, Liu s.h.i.+mei wanted to find out what Liu Fuyuns views were on the unexpected death of Liu Quan!

Seeing her seriousness, although Liu Fuyun had some doubts about her questioning this issue, perhaps because the pain of losing his most promising son hadnt faded yet, and his mood was somewhat low on the anniversary of his sons death, he answered Liu s.h.i.+meis question. Back then, when I had just taken the position of Grand Chancellor, your older brother had just pa.s.sed the imperial examination. This matter might have been the work of political rivals, as your older brothers scholarly abilities were astounding and naturally aroused jealousy. If he had been given a few more years to grow, pa.s.sed the imperial examination, and entered the top ranks, he would have undoubtedly been a great a.s.set to me. Others didnt want to see the Liu family rise to prominence, so its reasonable to a.s.sume they targeted your older brother.

So, Father never considered that this might not have been the work of external enemies but rather internal betrayal?

Liu s.h.i.+mei arched an eyebrow and said, Father, during your time in politics, you were at the pinnacle of the civil service, and you certainly had your skills. But one has to admit, when it comes to matters like the backyard catching fire, Father really wasnt adept at handling them, right?

Otherwise, how could he have been confused by a concubine?

Elevating a lowly concubine to the main wife position, that was because she had given birth to two sons. It was understandable that a mothers status was elevated due to her childrens n.o.bility.

But this kind of individual who did not have the standing to be presented publicly, surprisingly, received a special t.i.tle, and it was all thanks to Liu Fuyuns accomplishments. It had to be said that Madam Zhangs skills in this aspect of managing pillow talk were truly formidable!

Having spoken of serious matters, she then made a sarcastic remark, leaving Liu Fuyun with a less-than-pleasant expression on his face.

His expression darkened as he said, Liu s.h.i.+mei, Father knows you have grievances against the Liu family, but no matter how many grievances you have, I am still your biological father!

Oh, a biological father who used me as a p.a.w.n, tolerated my stepmother and half-sisters plot to take my life, Liu s.h.i.+mei said with a sardonic smile, not mincing her words. Such a close, loving family, isnt it?

You!

Liu Fuyun was choked by her words, and he almost could not catch his breath!