Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!
Chapter 460: Group Watching Him_1

Chapter 460: Chapter 460: Group Watching Him_1

Time passed quickly, and before he knew it, seven days had gone by, and Zhou Shuren had settled all of his accounts.

Zhulan pursed her lips, "Are you really going to the capital?"

Zhou Shuren pointed to his head, "Yes, there are two sets of account books, one for others to see, and one in my head. Besides, the Emperor has summoned me; I have no choice but to go."

He didn’t want to go to the capital; going there meant being the center of attention. Eyes were already on him for the audit, and now he had to go to the capital—great, all eyes were on him.

He was truly thankful that the Emperor had allowed the Crown Prince to step in; otherwise, he would be in real danger. With the Crown Prince’s involvement, many forces dared not act, restraining many people and disrupting their footing. He could tell from the account books sent over in the later stage that they were ready to abandon some people. As a result, he was not afraid of anyone taking desperate measures.

Zhou Shuren squinted his eyes, even though they were ready to abandon some people, he still didn’t feel assured about the final summarized accounts after the audit. Fortunately, from the beginning to the end, he only had one summarized account book—the real accounts were all in his head—even so, someone had tried to sneak a peek at the locked accounts. Did they really think he only put dust on the lock?

However, ancient people were indeed incredible; the dust he put could be restored. Thankfully, he had tampered with the books, and as soon as anyone touched them, he would know.

Zhulan was truly worried about Zhou Shuren. Although Jinzhou Province was especially close to the capital, her mind was full of thoughts about assassinations and such. Holding Zhou Shuren’s hand, she said, "Won’t someone make a move on the way?"

Zhou Shuren chuckled, "What are you thinking? Don’t worry; it won’t happen."

If anyone dared, that would be challenging imperial authority. The powers behind the princes didn’t have the courage to do so while the Emperor was in good health.

Zhulan stared intently into Zhou Shuren’s eyes and finally felt reassured. Zhou Shuren wouldn’t deceive her. Then, she couldn’t help but twitch the corners of her mouth. Zhou Shuren and the Emperor were going to meet—these two could coordinate their actions without even seeing each other. Now that they were about to meet face to face, Zhulan oddly sympathized with the princes.

Zhou Shuren watched Zhulan trying to hold back her laughter, "What are you thinking?"

Zhulan leaned into Zhou Shuren’s ear and said, "Is your meeting with the Emperor considered joining forces?"

Zhou Shuren smiled with his eyes, "It is."

Thinking about it was indeed pleasant; his little account book was still keeping ledgers!

Zhulan watched Zhou Shuren’s smiling face and fell silent. Zhou Shuren’s heart wasn’t very big, and he especially liked to settle scores afterward. However, she liked that. Zhou Shuren was handsome in her eyes.

The next morning, Zhou Shuren left before dawn, accompanied by quite a few government officers as his escort.

Zhulan trusted Zhou Shuren when he said everything was fine, but she couldn’t help worrying, and she had trouble eating breakfast.

Zhou’s children only learned about their father’s departure to the capital after breakfast. Zhou Laoda and the others immediately came over, "Mother, has father gone to the capital?"

Zhulan, "Mmm, don’t leave the mansion before your father returns."

Zhou Laoda felt his heart rise. Lately, whenever he went out, he would encounter people. He had long been afraid to leave, "Yes."

Zhou Laoer thought to himself, hoping his father would return safely. He was accustomed to thinking the worst in everything, but this time, he didn’t dare to entertain such thoughts.

Chang Lian was also concerned, but with his master’s words, Chang Lian felt the most at ease, instead saying, "Mother, don’t worry too much. Father knows what he’s doing."

Zhulan smiled, "Mmm, alright, you all go back now. Don’t stay here with me."

The room was small to begin with, and with so many people, it felt stifling.

Zhou Laoda and the others left, taking their wives with them.

Xue Mei and Xue Han didn’t leave; the two sisters planned to stay with their mother. Zhulan thought she really didn’t need their company, but the two girls were worried about her, and in the end, she could only let them stay.

In the capital, Zhou Shuren had arrived smoothly. The carriage went directly to the Palace, and by this time, the morning court had already ended.

Upon alighting from the carriage, Zhou Shuren saw Eunuch Liu and handed him a prepared purse, "Eunuch Liu."

Eunuch Liu politely accepted it, "Sir, the Emperor is waiting. This way, please."

Zhou Shuren, "Thank you, Eunuch Liu."

"Sir, you’re too polite."

Zhou Shuren followed behind Eunuch Liu, thinking to himself that he was treated quite well to have Eunuch Liu receive him. The government hall was some distance away, then Zhou Shuren fell silent. Although he hadn’t met the Princes very often, he could tell a lot from their attire.

They hadn’t walked far when Eunuch Liu stopped, "Pay respects to the Second Prince."

Zhou Shuren also paid his respects, "Second Prince."

The Second Prince smiled, "Eunuch Liu and Sir Zhou, please, dispense with the formalities."

Zhou Shuren straightened up and took a good look at the Second Prince. The Second Prince didn’t bear a strong resemblance to the Emperor, and though not as handsome as the Crown Prince, he was decent-looking. However, he was indeed tall, at least half a head taller than Zhou Shuren himself.

The Second Prince was also sizing up Sir Zhou. He had long forgotten what Sir Zhou looked like, and now upon closer inspection, he was quite disappointed. Sir Zhou looked too ordinary; if he wore civilian clothes instead of official attire, he would be mistaken for an ordinary person.

Eunuch Liu coughed, "Second Prince, the Emperor awaits Sir Zhou."

The Second Prince smiled, "I see, then please proceed."

Eunuch Liu gave Zhou Shuren a sidelong glance and remained silent—Sir Zhou was truly composed.

Zhou Shuren thought to himself, it was just the Second Prince for now, who knew which Prince it would be later? They were really watching him, coming in groups to see him.