Xiao Huli's condition became more and more serious. After all, he could not wait for the arrival of Sannoncao. Master Kumu had already issued an ultimatum for Xiao Huli's life. The atmosphere in Chencheng gradually became weird.

With authorization, he took over the defense of the entire Chencheng, including the defense inside and outside the palace city. However, no matter how hard Lu Chongzong tried, he could not stop the undercurrent of Chencheng.

Xiao Huli is now lying on the dragon bed, looking haggard and bloodless, breathing heavily, as if he will be dead if he can't breathe. Zhong Rou is sitting beside the bed with tears on his face. The maid beside him is not

Stopping to comfort the crying prince in his arms, Lu Chongzong stood at the foot of the steps holding a sword with a nervous look on his face, holding the hilt of the sword tightly with his right hand.

"Haisheng, is everyone here?" Xiao Huli opened his mouth and said with great effort.

When Lu Chongzong heard Xiao Huli's call, he quickly replied: "Your Majesty, Mr. Cang Shu hasn't arrived yet, and everyone else is waiting outside the palace."

After waiting for a while, I heard the faint voice of Xiao Huli who was dying, "Let them come in."

After receiving the order, Lu Chongzong immediately looked at the guards at the entrance of the palace. After a while, he heard the guards shout loudly: "The emperor has an order! Remove armor! Remove swords! Enter the palace!"

Not long after, the officials and generals of the third rank and above of the Chen Dynasty entered the palace slowly. After everyone stood up, Lu Chongzong went up to the stairs and whispered to Xiao Huli. Xiao Huli took out the edict from the pillow with difficulty and refused Zhong Rouning's help.

, it took a lot of effort to hand the edict to Lu Chongzong, and then motioned to Zhong Rouning to help him up.

Lu Chongzong held the edict in both hands and respectfully sent it to Zhongshu Ling Geng Xin. Geng Xin solemnly took the edict and glanced at Xiao Huli. At this moment, Xiao Huli was half leaning on Zhong Rouning and slowly raised his head.

The hand signaled Geng Xian to read.

Geng Xian cleared his throat, took a deep breath, opened the edict and read: "I have accepted the destiny of heaven and proclaimed myself emperor, and I have achieved great success as a common man. Today's China is not determined. My body is weak. Since I ascended to the throne, I have been working hard in governing. I dare not slack off. The people

It is also blocked. The Chen Dynasty has been settled now, so I can't fight with you. Prince Bo is young and has not yet taken charge of the affairs. I hope that everyone will pay more attention to the new king and work hard for the new king to rule the world. Queen Zhongshi praises me for the founding of the country and staying deep in the house.

When the palace was in trouble, he also took care of the court. Cang Shuliang was appointed as the Taifu, and he and the Queen taught the prince to directly govern. Geng Xian, Xiao Yu, Zhong Jue, Meng Yan, Lu Chongzong, Chongqi, Xia Houming were appointed as auxiliary ministers, and Yi and others were appointed.

I honor my old and important ministers, and I entrust them with my heart and soul. He will be loyal to the emperor, protect Yi Chong, and assist in government affairs. He will make announcements at home and abroad, and the envoys will hear about them."

After everyone called three times, Geng Xian read out the second title of nobility. What is interesting is that only three people were given the title, namely, Xiao Yu, the king of Yuzhang, was promoted to the king of Wu, and Meng Yan was promoted to the king of Jincheng County.

Geng Chan was the Duke of Min, and the other important ministers were not granted the title of Jin.

Then Xiao Huli asked all the ministers to retreat, leaving only Cang Shuliang and seven auxiliary ministers who had just arrived. Even Queen Zhong Rouning also let her go to the harem.

Lu Chongzong helped Xiao Huli sit up. It would not be an exaggeration to say that he was in a state of exhaustion. He forced himself to arrange the direction of future battles and tried his best to appease the emotions of Xiao Yu and others. This was his last only choice.

What can be done.

No one had an attack at this time, because everyone was waiting for Xiao Huli's final message. Xiao Yu had smashed all the porcelain in the house, and his chest was heaving, "I didn't expect my uncle to be so cruel!"

"Your Highness, are you ready?" Gan Ming said coldly.

"Tell everyone to take action. I will see the results within five days!" Xiao Yu said with determination.

Gan Ming hesitated for a moment and said: "Your Highness, news came from the two yamen that Zhengxi Mansion and Andong Mansion were taking action. Our people saw Nie Huan at Shaonanguan, and the army of Hengyang Jiedushi Yu Geng also

It is tilting to the south, and the Andong Mansion is also tilting to the south, forming a pincer attack on Jiujiang."

"Hmph! It seems that my sworn brother and sister have made arrangements for a long time. I tell everyone not to worry about the people in the two houses. Meng Yan and Sanniang are still in Chencheng, and they won't make any big moves." Xiao Yu waved.

He waved his hand and said.

After Gan Ming exited, Xia Houming slowly walked out of the back hall and said with a gloomy face: "Your Highness, Lu Chongzong, how do you plan to solve it? There are still one hundred thousand of his subordinates in Chencheng. No matter what, we can't get around him."

"I have reached an agreement with Chongqi. Chongqi will return to Yongzhou tonight, and then immediately start the expedition against South Vietnam. Lu Chongzong can stay for two days at most."

"Chongqi? He should hate you to the core, right? He actually cooperated with you?" Xia Houming said in surprise.

"I just exchanged interests with him. He helped me transfer Lu Chongzong and left me a clean Chencheng. After I succeed here, I will help him take over the four northern states of Yueshan." Xiao Yu said, twirling his fingers.

"What does Your Highness plan to do with the Crown Prince and the Empress?" Xia Houming was eager to get Xiao Yu's more detailed plan.

Xiao Yu's eyes became sharp, and he stood up and said coldly: "Father-in-law, the prince is the new king, so he naturally respects the new king. As for the empress, if she cooperates, she can continue to be her queen mother, otherwise... "

Although Xiao Yu didn't say it out loud, Xia Houming felt a strong murderous intention. He did not agree with taking action against Zhong Rouning. After all, she was the queen and had righteousness. However, looking at the arrogance and violence exuding from Xiao Yu,

Still endured it.

Zhong Rouning in the palace is relatively stable, and Xiao Huli's arrangement is beneficial to her. However, looking at Zhong Roulan with a solemn expression, she still couldn't help but ask: "What are Sanniang worried about?

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"Second sister, Cang Shu Haoyue asked me to get together with Xia Houying the day before yesterday. Although she didn't mention it, she meant Zhengxi Mansion didn't want to get involved, and Xiao Yu is obviously dissatisfied with His Majesty's arrangements today."

Zhong Roulan said worriedly.

"What does Sanniang want to say?" Zhong Rouning suddenly felt something dangerous.

"Xiao Yu may take action after His Majesty's funeral. I have made some arrangements before coming to Chencheng, but if Xiao Yu becomes violent, my arrangements will have little impact on him." Zhong Roulan thought more and more.

The more scared I am, the more I think about it, the less I understand.

"Sanniang, you mean Xiao Yu will rebel?!" Zhong Rouning was nervous, but quickly calmed down after thinking about it, and said: "Sanniang, are you thinking too much? There is Lu Chongzong's 100,000 troops in Chencheng, and Xiao Yu has recently

The army is also stationed in Ganzhou, what kind of flowers can he make?"

Zhong Roulan shook her head and looked at Zhong Jue who had been silent. Zhong Rouning's eyes also turned to Zhong Jue. After a while, Zhong Jue said: "Sanniang's suspicion is not unreasonable. You two sisters

Do you still remember the last Wuyang Incident? How did you turn around that day? What role did Xiao Yu play in it? You two should know it very well."

Suddenly mentioning the "Wuyang Change", Zhong Rouning suddenly became nervous again. Her father was right. Chongsheng's army also had absolute strength in Wuyang City at that time. Everyone in the world knew what the final result was. Chen

The establishment of the dynasty also started from that time.

"Your Majesty's intention is very clear, and he has good intentions. You are here to listen to the government, and Cang Shuliang is the Taifu who wants to contain you. He does not want you to become big, or even said that he does not want our Zhong family to become big, and the Seventh Assistant

The political ministers are more interesting, with Geng Xian as the first and second assistant, Xiao Yu second, but Xia Houming is at the bottom, obviously intending to suppress Xiao Yu." Zhong Jue analyzed.

"Father, Xiao Yu has never been willing to be subordinate to others. Respect for Your Majesty is nothing but the fetters of family ties. Without Your Majesty, the tiger in his heart will definitely break out of the cage. This is why I confirmed that he will take action, but now I

I can't figure out where his confidence lies?" Zhong Roulan said.

"Meng Yan is neutral and Lu Chongzong is loyal to His Majesty. The only people Xiao Yu can use are Xia Houming's troops. Unless Lu Chongzong sits back and ignores it, it will be difficult for Xia Hou to make a splash in Chencheng with his little strength. Sanniang is right.

, where Xiao Yu's confidence lies is the key." Zhong Jue said in agreement.

Zhong Rouning stepped forward and took Zhong Jue's arm and said pleadingly: "Father, I will never let Xiao Yu succeed. No matter what the price, I want Bo'er to secure the throne!"

Seeing this, Zhong Jue gave Zhong Roulan a meaningful look, and then comforted him: "Don't worry, Ning'er, as a father, I will ensure the safety of your mother and son in one day. To be on the safe side, you can open an opening for Sanniang and let Nangang go."

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Zhong Rouning suddenly let go of her hand and looked at her father and Zhong Roulan with confusion. She suddenly calmed down and said slightly indifferently: "Father, let go of Nangang? Do you mean to let Dongfu's troops enter Chencheng?"

"Ning'er! This is the safest way. I'm doing it for your own good." Zhong Jue quickly explained with a nervous look on his face.

"Haha! Father also said just now that Meng Yan remains neutral. If I go to him and tell him that I will open Shaonanguan and Yinqing Road to him, do you think he will be tempted?" Zhong Rouning smelled the conspiracy.

What chilled her was that this conspiracy actually came from her father and sister.

"He won't be tempted. Meng Yan always likes to keep a secret when doing things. When he set out to return to Beijing, he had already deployed troops at Shaonanguan. This group of troops is not large, but it is enough to ensure the safety of him and his family. Second Sister

, you can only choose to believe me now." Zhong Roulan suddenly became indifferent. Originally, she did not want to embarrass her sister, but her sister lifted her veil, and there was no point in denying it.

"Why?" Zhong Rouning heard Zhong Roulan's words and confirmed that her and her father's purpose was not simple.

"No reason? I just want to do something for the women in the world." Zhong Roulan replied calmly.

"It's getting late and I'm tired," Zhong Rou said after issuing the ejection order, "Nangang will not be opened, and Shaonanguan and Yinqing Road will not be opened either. The princess will set off back to Huizhou tomorrow."

"Second sister, you can only rely on me and my father when it comes to emotions and reasons. Are you willing to let Xiao Yu control you?" Zhong Roulan was not willing to accept it.

"Then Sanniang doesn't have to worry about it. Whether it's dancing with wolves or seeking skin from tigers, as the Queen of Chen Kingdom, I can just bear the consequences myself. I don't need to worry about Mrs. Zhong anymore." Zhong Rouning said.

The attitude is very firm.

Zhong Jue and Zhong Roulan were speechless until they left the palace. Zhong Jue spoke first: "Sanniang, why are you forcing your second sister at this time?"

"Show your attitude now. There will still be a trace of family affection in the future. If we wait until we control the court, our Zhong family and the second sister will have no choice but to break up." Zhong Roulan said helplessly.

Zhong Jue nodded appreciatively, and then said, "Have you made arrangements for Nangang?"

"Twenty-seven troop transport ships have arrived in the Nangang waters in the name of defense. Changsun Ziyang has prepared a disguise. As long as we are fast enough, we can return before the people of the East China Sea react." Zhong Roulan said confidently.

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"Lan'er, you are taking a bit of a risk this time. With all the elites of Dongfu, we will have no power to resist Xiao Yu's invasion." Zhong Jue said worriedly.

"I'm betting that as long as Meng Yan doesn't get involved, the worst result will be an exchange between the two governments. But at least the court and justice are in our hands. Isn't this what His Majesty wants?" Zhong Rouning let out a long breath.

gas.

"Now that you have decided, let's go for it. Lan'er, your plan is good. You have included Changsun and Xiao Yu. The only variable in this plan is Meng Yan, as long as he doesn't break his promise."
Chapter completed!