After Rebirth, She Becomes the Revenge Queen-Chapter 209 - 208: Tsk, So Sturdy! (Seeking Monthly Pass)

Fu Zhen paused at the words: "How did they come into conflict?"

Pei Zhan, as the highest-ranking military general in the court, was getting married, so the Zhang Family and the He Family would certainly send people.

Days ago at the training ground, Mrs. Zhang made a move against Zhe Yu, Zhang Shicheng was impeached, and He Qunying took his place. Fu Zhen wasn’t very clear on the subsequent developments, but she knew Xu Yin manipulated the situation, and no major wave had occurred since then.

Unexpectedly, these two men first clashed at his wedding banquet.

Liang Zhi then explained the matter in detail: "After the accident at the training ground that day, Zhang Shicheng bribed personnel to alter the roster, which was verified. However, Princess Rong accused him of plotting against Zhe Yu, which wasn’t substantiated. In any case, Zhang Shicheng was fined six months’ salary.

"He Qunying, on the other hand, received commendation and was reinstated three ranks higher.

"The two of them were not originally seated together, but someone at the same table riled up Zhang Shicheng with a few words, so after a few drinks, he carried his jug and ran to toast He Qunying.

"At first, He Qunying didn’t want to bother with him, but Zhang Damazi only got more excited, insisted on drinking with him, and sarcastically mocked him, saying he was a big contributor to He Qunying’s reinstatement, and without him, He Qunying wouldn’t have gotten his position back.

"The two then argued; He Qunying smashed two cups, but fortunately, we reacted quickly and prevented them from fighting."

Fu Zhen asked immediately: "Could it be that Zhang Damazi found out about the collusion between He Qunying and Xu Yin?"

"Impossible." Liang Zhi shook his head firmly, "Things have been quiet since it happened, with no movement from the Zhang Family. Xu Yin, even less so.

"Besides, if Zhang Damazi knew He Qunying was put in place by Xu Yin, he wouldn’t dare to publicly expose it because both the Zhang Family and Xu Yin are aligned with Prince Rong’s faction, and Prince Rong would not allow him to expose the rift."

Fu Zhen nodded: "Makes sense."

She then asked, "And afterward?"

"This brings me to what happened afterward." Liang Zhi sipped his tea to moisten his throat, then said, "The night before last, Zhang Damazi was beaten up on his way back to the mansion, returning home bruised and swollen from drinking.

"He thought it was He Qunying who orchestrated the beating, so yesterday he bullied one of He Qunying’s newly-taken concubines."

"..."

This is what the hell?!

Fu Zhen quickly asked, "Then what about He Qunying?!"

"What kind of person is He Qunying? Naturally, he wouldn’t take this lying down. Yesterday, he directly brought people to the Zhang Family and broke one of Zhang Shicheng’s legs!

"He originally threatened to kill Zhang Shicheng, but the guards who accompanied him managed to persuade him against it.

"This morning, Zhang Damazi’s father, Zhang Changlin, went to the palace to file a complaint. The emperor summoned He Qunying’s father to the palace, and the Second Uncle He is not one to be trifled with. He scolded Zhang Changlin in the court, demanding the Zhang Family provide evidence.

"The Zhang Family, of course, couldn’t produce any evidence, and were heavily reprimanded by the emperor. It came to light that Zhang Shicheng had bullied He Qunying’s concubine, and he was demoted to Qianhu!"

Fu Zhen was stunned: "In just two days, this whole drama played out? Zhang Shicheng worked hard to become the garrison commander, and now it’s gone?"

"Isn’t that so?" Liang Zhi snorted, "The Zhang Family is jumpy now. It’s said that Mrs. Zhang also went back to her parents’ home today, but it’s unclear what will happen next."

"Has it been found out who orchestrated the attack on Zhang Shicheng?"

As the conversation reached this point, Pei Zhan’s slightly hoarse voice lazily drifted over.

The three turned simultaneously to see Pei Zhan, his robe loosened, walking in slowly. Not sure how hurriedly he came, his hair was half untied, and his collar was crooked. As he walked, he was busy straightening up his clothing.

Fu Zhen looked at the protruding lump on one side of his chest under his inner robe: "Did you sober up? How was your sleep?"

Pei Zhan hummed and sat down beside her, crossing his legs on the floor just like them: "I slept deeply, so I woke up quickly."

He looked at her and asked, "What fragrance is in your room? It’s quite pleasant."

Fu Zhen sniffed at him: "It’s something my mother provided, I can’t remember the name exactly, something from the Western regions.

"If you like it, I’ll ask her for more to scent your clothes and bedding."

Pei Zhan looked genuinely pleased: "Alright."

Liang Zhi watched them and slapped the table: "Enough? Can we get back to business instead of this idle chatter?"

Pei Zhan glanced at him, rolled up one sleeve, picked up the teapot to pour himself some tea, and refilled Fu Zhen’s as well: "You were talking about Zhang Damazi and He Qunying just now?"

Fu Zhen lowered her head to cradle her cup, her gaze trailing to his exposed forearm.

With summer here, clothes were thin, and as he rolled up his sleeve, a section of muscular, dark-skinned arm was revealed.

Fu Zhen, always appreciative of physical prowess, observed with admiration. Just by looking at this arm, she knew Pei Zhan hadn’t slacked in his training despite returning from victory.

His muscular arm poured her a full cup of tea and moved the plate of red date cake closer to her.

Just as Bixi brought over some sheep yogurt, he rolled up his sleeve again to fetch her a bowl and handed it to her: "It’s warm, best to eat it while hot."

Fu Zhen uttered an "oh" and took it. Her fingers accidentally brushed under his sleeve, tapping against his firm arm.

Pei Zhan took a bowl of sheep yogurt for himself, tasted it, and then set it down, finally straightening his collar. "Any word from Princess Rong on this matter?"

"None," Liang Zhi downed the yogurt in a few gulps, clanking the bowl as he set it down, "Zhe Yu is in a coma, still not stable. I visited and he’s lost a lot of weight. Other than Xu Yin, Princess Rong’s power relies on him. Recently, she likely has no time to deal with anything else."

Cheng Chili said: "It’s certainly Xu Yin who orchestrated Zhang Damazi’s attack! His goal is to incite conflict between the Zhang and He Families!"

Fu Zhen pondered.

Liang Zhi stroked his chin: "I think seventh brother’s guess is credible. From the training ground incident, it’s clear Xu Yin had ulterior motives. Who knows if he intends to eliminate Zhang Shicheng?

"If it really is him, then I will definitely tell Zhang Damazi! Let them fight to the death themselves!"

"Any leads for investigation?" Pei Zhan asked.

"I’m still looking." Cheng Chili replied, "He Qunying and Zhang Shicheng are at odds, but their third brother, He Qiyin, is quite close to Zhang Shicheng. I’ve already arranged to meet with He Qiyin, and tomorrow I will visit the Zhang Family to check on Zhang Shicheng and gather some clues."

Fu Zhen thought of this and turned to Pei Zhan: "Speaking of which, it’s been a while since we returned from Baihe Temple. We should visit Princess Rong to reconnect with Mrs. Zhang."

The ’friendship’ forged in the Baihe Temple dining hall from slapping Yongping shouldn’t go to waste. Now that they are married, it’s the right time to ’rekindle old ties’.

Pei Zhan said: "Yes, indeed. The person who schemed against Zhe Yu at the training ground was sent back by me, we should indeed go collect on that favor."

Liang Zhisui said: "Tomorrow you both will go to Prince Rong’s Mansion, while we visit the Zhang Family. We’ll regroup after."

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