Hu Mu's condition is very bad.

However, others were still awake.

The only thing that made him feel unbearable was that as the stretcher swayed, he always felt as if the wounds on his body were about to tear open.

Fortunately, he gritted his teeth, and when he was finally carried into the palace, he saw eunuchs and guards one by one. In addition, when he was in medical school, he heard rumors about His Majesty's personal visit to Raozhou, so he was already in his mind.

I understand what's going on.

He is the son of Zaifu, and he is by no means the kind of person without knowledge! Because of this, he seemed particularly calm at this time.

Lying on a stretcher, he was carried to the hall.

Zhu Di had already stepped forward. Looking at Hu Mu's injuries, he couldn't help but frown deeply.

Although Hu Mu's injury has been recovering for many days, it still looks shocking.

Seeing this, Hu Mu struggled to get up and salute, but it was a futile effort. After all, his muscles and bones were injured, and as soon as he moved his body a little, he was immediately overcome by pain and breathless.

Zhu Di pressed his hands and said to him: "I am injured, so there is no need to be polite."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Hu Mu said with great effort, opening his lips.

Hu Guang was still full of murderous intent just now, but now when he saw Hu Mu, the murderous intent on his face suddenly disappeared without a trace, and was replaced by a look of sadness.

Zhu Di said: "What's your name?"

Hu Mu said: "My surname is Hu and my name is Mu."

When Zhu Di heard the word "Hu", he subconsciously raised his eyebrows and glanced at Hu Guang.

With just one glance, Zhu Di withdrew his gaze, and a look of surprise passed through his eyes.

After all, Zhu Di still talked about some friendship. Hu Guang had followed him for so many years and could be said to be hard-working and uncomplaining. Even though his ability was mediocre, he was distinguished by his loyalty. Even his son, in order to support the railway department, came here as an official, but now he has become

This look makes people sigh.

So Zhu Di said with some emotion: "Hu Qing's injuries are quite serious. This can be said to be a narrow escape from death."

Hu Mu felt a little stronger at this time. After all, even if he was the son of Zaifu, it was a rare opportunity in his life to meet the saint. He was so excited that he hurriedly said: "Your Majesty... Your Majesty must have been aware of the situation that day.

Your Majesty is aware of everything and is able to clear my grievances. I... am really... grateful."

Zhu Di had a look of emotion on his face, and he wanted to say a few words of relief, but after hearing these words, his face froze at first, but suddenly his facial expression became strange.

It’s really thought-provoking!

You must know that the imperial examination here happened just now, and this Hu Mu was in the medical school before and was just carried here.

If this is the case, how could this person know about it?

And he also knew that someone had falsely accused him?

Suddenly, all kinds of doubts flooded Zhu Di's mind.

Even though Zhu Di looked reckless, he was actually as meticulous as a hair. He seemed to begin to feel that behind this incident, it was obviously... not as simple as he imagined.

Although Zhu Di had strong doubts in his heart, he didn't show it at all on his face. He just said calmly: "Oh? Hu Qing also knows... they will falsely accuse you?"

Zhu Di's voice was very normal, but this question suddenly made the air in the hall feel cold.

Although this statement sounds ordinary, in fact, it is a hidden secret.

Obviously, Hu Mu was the victim, but a victim knew so many things, which inevitably made Zhu Di suspicious that there might be a deeper conspiracy behind it.

Now that I think about it, Hu Guang seems to know the other party's situation very well, and he just responded to it with ease. Isn't it because of this?

But thinking more deeply, since the actions of the other party seemed to be detected by the father and son, then... why was Hu Mu still beaten like this? Why was the dispute between the Railway Department and Raozhou Prefecture so fierce?

Zhang Anshi, who knew His Majesty well, couldn't help but break into a cold sweat at this moment, and subconsciously glanced back and forth at Hu Guang and Hu Mu.

Hu Mucha was seriously injured at this time, and even if he wanted to explain it in detail at this time, he might not be able to do it in a watertight manner.

Although Hu Guang has a moderate character, he is not slow either. He obviously noticed something and frowned slightly, nervously watching Hu Mu's reaction and response.

But at this moment, someone suddenly said: "Your Majesty... Hu Dianli did notice some situations beforehand."

Zhu Di followed the direction of the voice and looked sideways, but it was the stationmaster of Raozhou Station of the Railway Department who was standing here silently.

Zhu Di had no expression on his face, but he pretended to be surprised and said: "Really? If that's the case, then why did things reach this point?"

The stationmaster said: "I had doubts beforehand, because there was indeed some gossip from Raozhou Prefecture, saying that Raozhou Prefecture was deeply resentful of the Railway Department and had been looking for opportunities to...retaliate. After that, they

I sent someone here hoping to mediate, but Hu Dianli took the initiative to ask for help."

Zhu Di's eyes were cold and he said calmly: "Take the initiative to ask for help? Is there any reason?"

"Your Majesty, it was not originally that Hu Dianli was sent, because Hu Dianli was originally responsible for resettling the refugees, managing the yellow books and other responsibilities. This matter of mediation and negotiation should be handled by the chief clerk of the department. Forgive me.

After the news came from the state government, Hu Dianli took the initiative to find the minister and told him that if he went to Raozhou Mansion this time, he would not be optimistic. But if he didn't go, everyone in Raozhou Mansion would be appointed by the imperial court after all.

The handover and resettlement of the people still need to be negotiated with them. If you ignore their invitation, you will definitely give them an excuse."

"But this time, there may be bad luck. He is younger than the chief clerk. If we teach him to go, at least he will be strong and strong. If something unexpected happens, there may be a glimmer of hope."

"Besides...there is another reason..."

Zhu Di felt more and more unbelievable as he listened, but when he saw that the webmaster had said this, he refused to continue, with an obvious look of hesitation on his face.

Zhu Di immediately said: "Continue to explain carefully."

The stationmaster smiled bitterly and had to say: "Your Majesty, there is another reason. At that time, Hu Dianli also made it clear to me that he believed that if the Raozhou Prefecture really launched an attack, it would not be motivated by impulse, but the result of deliberate efforts.

After that, there are still ways for the golden cicada to escape from its shell. The most likely scenario is that they shout to catch the thief, attack the officials of the Railway Department, and then make false accusations."

When Zhu Di heard this, he felt that this explanation was very reasonable, but... he still gave Hu Mu a deep look with ulterior motives.

In any case, Hu Mu can make such a judgment, although it is reasonable, it also shows that this person... is a man of independent opinions and a bit of strategy.

The stationmaster continued: "Therefore, Hu Dianli also said that if the other party comes prepared, then if the chief clerk goes, it is called a conspiracy but not a calculation. It is very likely that if the chief clerk goes, he will not only suffer a big loss, but also suffer a big loss.

His life was in danger, and he might even be beaten down. But it was most appropriate for him to go..."

Zhu Di couldn't help but become even more confused. He couldn't guess the reason no matter how hard he guessed, so he said: "It's most appropriate for him to go? What's the reason for this?"

The stationmaster glanced at Hu Mu at this time, with deep feelings in his eyes, and said: "He said that he is the son of a bachelor of Wenyuan Pavilion. If someone else dies inexplicably, or is even framed, it may be possible for him to be killed.

The thief succeeded. But after all, he was involved in Wenyuan Pavilion. If he died in Raozhou City in vain this time, the imperial court would investigate it thoroughly no matter what, and would never let anyone know about it easily.

He was fooled. Therefore, he took the initiative to ask me to come, hoping to go there in place of the chief registrar."

Zhu Di: "..."

At this moment, the hall became indescribably quiet.

Being able to anticipate the enemy's opportunities can be said to be a sign of great wisdom.

Dare to go into danger on someone else's behalf and risk one's own death. This is called doing it knowing that one cannot do it. This is called great courage.

Unexpectedly, such a wise and courageous person would appear in the Hu family.

So... Zhang Anshi and Yi Shiha both looked at Hu Guang with suspicious expressions. They even doubted for a moment whether Hu Mu was Hu Guang's son, or whether they were biological father and son.

Zhu Di couldn't help but be moved by it.

You must know that he was born in the army, and the people he admired were not necessarily those who were so powerful and skillful with bows and horses, but he had heartfelt respect for such a brave man.

Immediately, Zhu Di adjusted his clothes subconsciously. Because it was a private visit, he did not wear a crown or formal dress, so he felt something was wrong.

Then Zhu Di nodded and said, "If you put it this way, it makes sense."

He looked at Hu Mu and saw the miserable state of Hu Mu. At this moment, he could not wait to make another decree and kill all those who should be exiled.

After taking a deep breath to calm down his indignant mood, Zhu Di said: "Hu Qing is so wise and courageous that even I admire him."

Zhu Di's emotion also made Hu Guang, who was standing aside, couldn't help but have mist in his eyes.

He felt that his son was a little reckless and stupid, but it also made his father a little happy.

Such complex emotions were intertwined and made him cry uncontrollably.

"Chen... Chen..." Hu Mu seemed a little shy at this time, and he panted: "I am not very wise or courageous..."

Zhu Di smiled and said, "You don't have to be modest."

Hu Mu was lying on the stretcher, shaking his head, as if he had torn some wounds. He frowned subconsciously, but took a deep breath and said: "I... I am just afraid..."

"Afraid?" Zhu Di couldn't help but smile. He really couldn't imagine that this fear... would be associated with such a courageous menstruation.

Hu Mu continued: "Since I came to the Railway Department, I have been instructed and taught by others to resettle the people. Those people came one after another. When many people came, it was really miserable. Most of them... couldn't read or write.

Knowledge, if you say you can't read Chinese characters, you can still show some strength! But unfortunately, they are all sallow and thin, and their bodies are weak. The men and women are like old people, but the old people over sixty are rare. The hardships among them can be seen.

Just imagine it.”

When he said this, the hall fell into deathly silence again.

Hu Mu continued: "My duty in the Railway Department is to settle them and let them find a way to get a foothold first, and then think of ways to find a way out for them! I saw with my own eyes that each and every one of these people, after being fed,

, regained their strength, some went to work in various sectors to support their families. I have also seen...that unkempt woman, although she was only twenty years old, but already experienced vicissitudes of life, her face was green and yellow, her hair was withered, working in a cotton spinning workshop to make a living.

I also saw that the children who did not look like human beings were finally able to put on old clothes and carry a crooked coarse cloth book bag, and finally had some ability to read and digit."

"What makes me even more gratified is that many people...are willing to study and work extremely hard. There are also quite a few children who study during the day and go home at night, looking for work to supplement their families. There are also those who cannot read or write.
To be continued...