After the court meeting, some people were busy serving the Queen Mother, while others were busy planning the future.
For example, Chang Pingjun.
He was playing chess in the study room of his residence at the moment. He held a white piece in his hand and stared at the chess cards in front of him calmly. After a long time, he said: "One wrong step, one wrong step. This time I was a little too hasty. I had known this.
It’s better to wait.”
After saying that, he sighed softly and shook his head helplessly.
Lord Changping originally thought that the secret letter would put a thorn in Chang'an's heart, and stimulate his desire to fight for the throne. However, he never thought that the stimulation was too much, and Cheng Chan directly issued a proclamation to rebel.
This was beyond everyone's expectations, just like everyone was playing chess, playing different roles, and suddenly someone overturned the chessboard.
How to play chess?!
The current situation is extremely embarrassing and I don’t even know how to play.
Standing next to Lord Changping was a rough and strong man, Tian Guang, who had helped Cheng Xi before.
He was still wearing the linen clothes that had not been washed all year round, with a few beads hanging in front of his body for decoration, and his eyes were piercing. Hearing this, he opened his mouth to comfort and said: "Everything is planned by man, and accomplished by heaven. Your Majesty, you don't need to blame yourself!
"
"I was negligent, but with Cheng Yu's temperament, he shouldn't be so impulsive. There may be reasons for this that we don't know. It's a pity."
Lord Changping looked disappointed and said slowly.
The chess piece Cheng Xi was very important. He originally planned to take this opportunity to fight with Lu Buwei, but he never thought that Cheng Xi would do this and overthrow all his plans, and he could not even save it.
Now that Cheng Xi has refused Tian Guang's help, he will naturally die. How can he escape from the trap on his own?
Death is like a lamp going out, the chess piece is gone.
"My subordinates have checked and found out that Cheng Yu's mind is a little abnormal. It seems that someone has tampered with him."
Tian Guang's eyes moved slightly and he said slowly.
Chang Ping Jun frowned, then relaxed his brows and said: "Isn't the mind normal? Is it Luo Sheng's manipulation? That's all, Cheng Xi is dead, this matter can only end here, Ying Zheng can't investigate even if he wants to.
Something came out."
"Isn't Fan Yuqi still alive?"
Tian Guang reminded.
"Fan Yuqi..."
Changping Jun thought about it and felt that this person might be crucial and even worth using.
But wait, wait, wait and see first before talking.
Think about it.
He reached out and picked up a sunspot, played with it for a while, turned his head to look at Tian Guang, and changed the topic: "Some time ago, news came from the farmer's house that the suspected Luowang killer Jingyu appeared at the farmhouse, and seriously injured the leader of Chi You Hall.
Tian Hu."
"I already know about this."
Tian Guang's face condensed, and he said in a deep voice: "I have sent a message to them to be more alert, but there is one thing I can't figure out. Why did the Luowang Tianzi-level killer Jingsha appear in the farmhouse? What is her intention."
A top-notch killer who only wounded Tian Hu and did nothing else. He lurked in a farmhouse just to take care of his children and live in seclusion?
I really can't figure it out.
It is related to a trap, so Tian Guang cannot help but take it seriously!
Lord Changping chuckled lightly and said, "I don't know what she wants, but you must be surprised where she is now."
Tian Guang looked at Mr. Changping, waiting for the next step.
"Do you still remember Zhao Jia, the eldest son of the Zhao Kingdom? Jing Salamander is in his house at the moment. What makes me most curious is that she is staying in the house so openly, and the people who snare her have no reaction at all."
There was a hint of interest on Mr. Changping's face.
He knew that Jing Salad had betrayed Luo Wen. As for why she betrayed Luo Wen, the matter was not clear yet. However, Changping Jun was not interested in worrying about a killer. Compared with Jing Salaman himself, he was more curious about the relationship between Jing Sala and Zhao Jia.
relationship, as well as the relationship between Zhao Jia and Luo Wang.
Luo Wang has zero tolerance for betrayers. How did Zhao Jia convince Lu Buwei not to be frightened?
Also, Zhao Jia had been in and out of the Queen Mother's palace too frequently during this period. How did he gain the favor of Queen Mother Zhao Ji?
Just rely on your painting skills?
Can't figure it out.
Some time ago, his attention was focused on Cheng Xi, but he never noticed that this eldest son, who was depressed in Zhao State, had quietly started to get around in Qin State, and even became famous in Qin State.
It's really interesting to have to give him face even in the trap.
"How could that be? How did he do it!"
Tian Guang said with some surprise.
According to the intelligence records, the eldest son of the Zhao Kingdom seems not to be very good. These days are not suitable for a virtuous young master.
Changping Jun's eyes were slightly focused, and he said slowly: "Maybe it has something to do with the Queen Mother Zhao Ji."
Tian Guang's eyes showed doubts, and he felt that things were getting more and more complicated. He asked without asking: "What do you mean, your Majesty, that the eldest son of the Zhao Kingdom has the support of Luo Wang through the Queen Mother Zhao Ji? But if this is the case, Lu Buwei also
How can I tolerate him!"
Lu Buwei is not big-minded. If someone stretches his hand too far, he will definitely take action.
Chenglong is an example.
The prince of Qin is like this, let alone Zhao Jia.
"...Lu Buwei is old."
Mr. Changping was silent for a while and gave an ambiguous answer.
Many people know about Lu Buwei and Zhao Ji. Especially when Lu Buwei first came to power, he often went in and out of the palace and did not shy away from it. However, in recent years, Lu Buwei has restrained himself.
, on the one hand, Ying Zheng has grown up, and on the other hand, Lu Buwei has aged.
Not everyone can stay strong with old age.
The appearance of Zhao Jia happened to coincide with this critical node.
As a member of the royal family, Lord Changping was not surprised by such things. He was more concerned about Zhao Jia's impact on Qin than the ridiculous fact that Zhao Jia might have an affair with Queen Mother Zhao Ji.
If Zhao Jia can really get the support of Queen Mother Zhao Ji, and Zhao Jia is a bit ambitious, then Qin will have something to watch next.
Tian Guang knew a lot about the secrets of the Qin State. Hearing this, he also thought of the key points. He casually asked: "Your Majesty, do you want to get in touch with him?"
"No rush, let's see what he wants first."
Lord Changping dropped the black man in his hand, his eyes shining brightly.
Before contacting him, he had to figure out one thing.
Zhao Jia is an enemy or a friend!
…
On the other side, the Prime Minister's Mansion.
Lu Buwei has received the news of Cheng Xi's death. At the same time, all the insiders of the matter have been slaughtered by Ba Linglong, including Gan Sha and others. Everything has been settled.
He stood on the window sill, with one hand behind his back and his eyes looking thoughtful, analyzing the ins and outs of the rebellion.
It all started with that proclamation.
Why did Cheng Yu publish this message and who guided him behind it.
"...Fan Yuqi."
Lu Buwei's eyes were cold and he whispered, he knew that Fan Yuqi must know something. As Cheng Yuqi's confidant, Fan Yuqi had been by Cheng Yuqi's side during this period. Without Fan Yuqi's great efforts
Support, how can one person, Cheng Yu, issue a proclamation to recruit troops for rebellion?
He was very curious as to who dared to cause trouble in this matter.
........
The turmoil outside is gradually rising, and everything revolves around a "truth".
No one expected that an eldest son of the Zhao Kingdom who was supposed to be "obscure" was gradually becoming famous. With his perseverance, he won the favor of the Queen Mother Zhao Ji, and even promised to make him a Marquis of Changxin. For this historical moment,
Zhao Jia initially refused Lao Ai's title ban.
But the reasons given by Zhao Ji made Zhao Jia unable to refute.
"That old immortal Lu Buwei calls himself Marquis Wenxin. He claims to be a scholar, but in fact he is short-lived. The Ai family just wants to disgust him!"
These words left Zhao Jia speechless and even made him a little proud.
He is indeed very long!
That’s all.
His teacher taught him since he was a child that he should be an honest person and should not be secretive about things he does.
now.
Zhao Jia was drinking tea in the palace of the Yin Yang family. He was accompanied by Concubine Dongjun Yan, who was known as "the most wonderful woman of the Yin Yang family". He hugged her boldly, even played with her soft jade hands, and said:
While talking about what happened today, he omitted the process and focused on the key points: "The Queen Mother wants to make me the Marquis of Changxin."
Concubine Yan was stunned when she heard this. A flash of worry flashed through her beautiful eyes. She sat up suddenly, stared at Zhao Jia's face, and asked softly, "Is she going to force you to do something?"
In her opinion, there is no free lunch in this world. The more things the other party gives, the more they will receive in return.
Marquis?
Still in the Qin State, as the eldest son of Zhao Jia Zhao State, this matter was equivalent to a fantasy.
Well, I did force it, and it feels pretty good... Zhao Jia's expression froze, how could he tell the truth? He pretended to be relaxed and shook his head, saying: "No, I just felt comfortable serving the Queen Mother, and she was happy.
I made a promise, maybe this is just a talk, don’t worry.”
"Jia, you have a pure and upright nature and upright moral conduct. You don't know the dangers of the court, let alone the plans of these people."
Concubine Yan stretched out her hand and held Zhao Jia's hand tightly. With a touch of concern on her beautiful face, she spoke as a reminder.
"I……"
Zhao Jiagang was about to say something, but was interrupted by Concubine Yan.
She said seriously: "Jia, please listen to me first. The Queen Mother Zhao Jigui is the Queen Mother of a country, and her biological son Ying Zheng is the King of Qin. She also has the support of Lu Buwei, which shows how powerful she is.
How can you say it casually? Since I have promised you, this will definitely happen.
As the eldest son of the Zhao State, you are currently walking on thin ice as a hostage in the Qin State. If you are granted the title of Marquis of Changxin, you will definitely become the target of public criticism and become the target of calculations by all parties.
Cheng Long's death is extremely strange, and the inside story of this matter is even more complicated. If you get involved now, it may not be a good thing.
I even suspect that Queen Mother Zhao Ji’s move is to pave the way for Ying Zheng!”
Really?
Is it that complicated?
Why don't I feel it at all?
Zhao Jia was a little confused. After Concubine Yan's analysis, he also felt that he seemed so naive and thought of everything too simply. Could this be the real me?!
He took a deep breath, looked at Concubine Yan sincerely, hugged her into his arms, hugged her delicate body, and said softly: "Concubine Yan, I understand everything you said.
I also know that they have evil intentions, but as I am a hostage in Qin, there are some things that I cannot avoid."
"I'll help you!"
Concubine Yan hugged her lover tightly, not wanting him to be hurt in the slightest, and there was a hint of distress in her eyes.
He must be suffering.
Why did Zhao Jia, who was supposed to be the crown prince of the Zhao Kingdom, suffer such inhuman torture!
As the eldest son of Zhao State, with noble blood, he should have been high and mighty and become the king of Zhao State, but now he lost his position as the crown prince because of the son of a prostitute, and even became the hostage of Qin State!
Thinking of this, a murderous intention rose in her heart!
"Having you by my side is the best help. It's great to have you. Just looking at you gives me a goal to strive for. No matter how tired or hard it is, it's worth it!"
Zhao Jia raised his head, stared at the beauty in his arms, reached out and caressed her cheek, feeling her reality, as if he wanted to remember everything about her, and said slowly.
"You must have forgotten that I am not a weak woman. I am the Dongjun of the Yin Yang family. No matter how hard or tired I am, I am not afraid, as long as you are by my side."
Concubine Yan raised her hand to hold Zhao Jia's hand that was touching her face, and looked at him affectionately, as if she could not tolerate anyone else.
For such a wife, what does the suffering he endured mean nothing!
Zhao Jia's heart trembled. He couldn't bear it any longer. He lowered his head and bit Concubine Yan's soft lips...