Peidu is becoming more and more chaotic, and the Tang family's situation is becoming more and more dangerous in the following days, as Ye Mi said.
There were several poisoning incidents in the Tang Mansion, and one night a raging fire broke out in the mansion, destroying many pavilions and pavilions.
There was a violent fight at the time of the incident, and many of the guards turned into corpses forever afterwards, which shrouded the entire Tang Mansion in a heavy atmosphere.
There is no doubt that it was the killer of Wuwang Pavilion. In order to successfully assassinate Tang Xuance, he used all kinds of tricks and used all possible means.
Under such a pervasive assassination, fortunately, the Shuiwu Army was strict in running the army, and the entire Tang Mansion was even more cautious, so the killer failed to succeed.
You can only prevent it for a while, but you can't prevent it forever. Many officials in Peidu suffered disasters one after another, and some even wiped out their entire family. How long can the Tang family hold on?
After several waves of assassinations, not only did the Tang family's guards suffer heavy casualties, but even Gu Zongfeng accidentally had one of his arms chopped off by the killer!
In such a dangerous situation, when the Tang family was looking for people, Gu Chen, the leisurely third minister, was finally approached by Tang Xuance.
Not only Tang Xuance came, but Tang Gaolan and Tang Xuanci, the second uncle of the Tang family, also came.
A group of Tang family members came to Gu Chen's small courtyard together. Their attitude was very sincere and polite. Tang Gaolan placed a peach blossom that seemed to have just been picked with dewdrops on it on the stone table in front of Gu Chen.
"What is this?" Gu Chen glanced casually.
"I found it in my father's study early this morning. The person who left the peach blossom came and went without a trace. This method is very similar to the rumored peach blossom layman."
Tang Gaolan had a serious look on his face, knowing that Gu Chen might not know who Taohua layman was, so he explained again.
"Peach Blossom Master is a national war-level killer of Wuwang Pavilion. He has the assassination ability to take the head of a general out of a million troops. He is famous in the dark world."
"Peach Blossom Lay Practitioner has a hobby. He likes to leave peach blossoms before killing someone. Once he receives the peach blossoms, he will definitely die within three days!"
"Now that my father has received the peach blossom, he is afraid that there will be a catastrophe within three days, so I came here to ask Brother Chen to help protect him!"
After Tang Gaolan finished speaking, his eyes were extremely sincere.
"Please also ask Chen Gongfeng to help."
When Tang Xuanci, who had been so arrogant before, met Gu Chen, his attitude was extremely low, and he even saluted Gu Chen.
Not to mention Tang Xuance, before coming to the small courtyard, he asked Gu Chen for permission first, and made sure that he was willing to meet, and then brought a group of people over.
Gu Chen looked at the group of people in the Tang family with interest in his eyes.
Ever since the last time Tang Xuanci brought two worshipers to find trouble and was taught a lesson by him, the Tang family's attitude towards him has been very interesting.
Not only did he give away a total of 50,000 Dao crystals and dragon ginseng, but he also responded to his daily needs.
And after paying so much, when the Tang family was repeatedly assassinated, no one came to ask me to take action, as if they were afraid of disturbing me.
Now that Taohua layman takes action, according to Tang Gaolan, this person should be the killer that Ye Mi mentioned, and he can never afford to offend him.
The Tang family was worried that they would not be able to deal with Taohua layman, so they finally thought of asking him to take action, but his groveling attitude was thought-provoking.
Even if Tang Xuance had some guesses about his strength, he wouldn't be so polite, right?
Even Tang Xuanci, who had been dissatisfied with him before, had changed his attitude to this. It seemed that it was not the effect that he could achieve by showing off his skills before.
Gu Chen had doubts in his heart, but it was also time to contact Pei Guo's court, so he responded with a smile: "Since I accept the Tang family's tribute, I will naturally do my best when you need me. You are welcome."
After hearing his words, everyone in the Tang family was obviously relieved, and Tang Xuanci even showed joy on his face.
Gu Chen caught this scene and became even more confused. Why was this man suddenly so willing to accept his sacrifice?
"There is a grand banquet in the palace today. I would like to ask Chen Gongfeng to accompany me into the palace." Tang Xuance said politely.
Gu Chen nodded. Since he agreed to protect Tang Xuance's safety, he would follow him wherever he went.
And this is exactly what he wants.
Without delaying for too long, Tang Xuance quickly arrived at the gate of Tang Mansion, mounted a sacred water unicorn, and prepared to set off for the palace.
Gu Chen was riding the Infinity Tyrannosaurus Rex when he went out. As soon as he got a little closer, the divine water unicorn subconsciously took a few steps back.
Tang Xuance's eyes flashed strangely when he saw this, and he asked with a smile: "It's not easy for Chen to worship this mount. Could it be that it's not a sub-dragon?"
"It's just an ordinary Yalong. Master Tang is so ridiculous." Gu Chen opened his eyes and told lies, knowing that Tang Xuance was deliberately testing.
Tang Xuance must have heard about the fact that the Infinite Tyrannosaurus slaughtered a group of people in Shao Heyang. Even though the Infinite Tyrannosaurus had changed its appearance and calmed down its aura, its innate noble bloodline would still make some keen monsters instinctively fear it.
Tang Xuance's water unicorn is not an ordinary beast, and the mount of an army commander cannot be too bad. But because of this, it is somewhat aware of the difficulty of the Infinite Tyrannosaurus Rex, and instinctively takes a few steps back.
Gu Chen thought for a moment, and it seemed that the camouflage of the Infinite Tyrannosaurus Rex was not enough. The only thing he had encountered before was the sub-dragon species with low intelligence, so he had to be more careful in the future.
Although Gu Chen didn't tell the truth, Tang Xuance, who had already guessed about his identity, was more convinced of his judgment and left at the lead without asking any more questions.
The majestic palace arrived, the Tyrannosaurus Rex and Water Unicorn were arranged in the dragon stable, while Gu Chen and Tang Xuance entered the banquet place.
There was indeed a grand banquet today, with mountains of delicacies and beauties in the banquet hall.
However, the dignitaries of Pei State who had already attended the banquet did not seem to be in much good spirits. They did not even glance at the graceful dancer. Some of them whispered to each other from time to time, looking worried.
"May I ask Master Tang, what is the purpose of today's banquet?" Gu Chen asked in confusion.
Even someone like him, who is housebound, knows that Peidu has been in a bloody turmoil recently, and ministers from all walks of life are in danger. How can they be interested in attending the banquet?
"Today's banquet is prepared for Wu Lie, the second prince of the Dasheng Dynasty. He is passing through Peidu, so he cannot be ignored." Tang Xuance's eyes were a little gloomy when he answered.
Gu Chen remembered the information he got in Wuwang Pavilion and understood it all at once.
Passing through Pedu?
How could the second prince be so carefree? I'm afraid he came to let King Pei make a choice.
Some things have been made very clear in Wuwang Pavilion's information. The current emperor of the Dasheng Dynasty is suffering from chronic illness and may die at any time. Therefore, the competition among the princes surrounding the throne is extremely fierce.
Among the princes, the most powerful ones are Prince Yanyang and the second prince Wu Lie.
Prince Yanyang is the orthodox heir to the throne, and with the secret support of the Qiankun Society, his power is naturally considerable.
However, Wu Lie is not bad either. His mother was originally the princess of Lan Kingdom, and the current King Lan is his uncle.
The Dasheng Dynasty governed seven kingdoms. Although each kingdom had to obey the orders of the dynasty, they were actually autonomous military and political princes and had the power to influence the dynasty.
With the help of his mother's family's strength and his own talent in cultivation, Wu Lie was deeply loved by Emperor Sheng and posed a serious threat to Prince Yanyang's status.
In the past few years, as Emperor Sheng became seriously ill, the battle for the throne between Wu Lie and Prince Yanyang became more and more intense, and the imperial court was almost divided into two camps.
The two princes fought fiercely in the Shengyang realm under the direct jurisdiction of the dynasty, and they did not stop for a moment even on the borders of the Seven Kingdoms.
Both of them knew that as the competition for the throne became more and more fierce, whoever could get more support from the kingdom would be more likely to ascend the throne!
Therefore, the second prince Wu Lie took action against Pei Guo.
The state of Pei has always remained neutral among the seven kingdoms and does not want to get involved in the dynasty's struggle for power.
However, the disappearance of Luomen made it difficult for Pei State to remain neutral.
The second prince Wu Lie sensed an opportunity to control Pei, so he asked King Lan to send troops to attack Pei. He also manipulated public opinion and assassinated important officials of Pei.
He used all kinds of methods just to gain the right to speak in Peidu, and now that he is visiting Peidu in person, it may be time to show off!
He came here to get a clear answer from King Pei. If he couldn't get a satisfactory answer, I'm afraid Pei would shed a river of blood!
No wonder the dignitaries in this banquet hall have no intention of having fun, they are obviously aware that the storm is coming!
Gu Chen couldn't help but look at Tang Xuance a few more times. If the second prince Wu Lie wanted to attack King Pei today, then the Taohua layman who was planning to assassinate Tang Xuance would probably do it today too.
The reason is very simple. Tang Xuance's Water Dance Army is responsible for the safety of King Pei. If the second prince wants to force the palace, he must first eliminate Tang Xuance!
Gu Chen suddenly realized that the escort this time was no small matter. It was even more intriguing that Tang Xuance chose to bring him.
"What is Chen Gongfeng thinking about?" Seeing that Gu Chen seemed to be in a daze, Tang Xuance asked politely.
"Nothing, this banquet is quite interesting." Gu Chen chuckled and sat down with Tang Xuance.
Tang Xuance was originally an important minister in the court. Usually, he would be sought after by officials at any banquet he attended. But for some unknown reason today, after he sat down, only a few people came up to chat with him.
Some officials looked at him from afar and hesitated to speak, their eyes evasive, as if they were guilty.
After noticing this scene, Gu Chen felt even more interesting. It seemed like there would be a good show today.
Not long after, a group of people entered the banquet hall, attracting many officials to rush forward. Their enthusiastic attitude was much better than that towards Tang Xuance.
Gu Chen narrowed his eyes slightly and saw that there was a familiar face among the group of people. He seemed to be Shao Jianwu of the Shao family, the uncle of the deceased Shao Heyang.
"Chen Congfeng, the leader is Shao Jianmin."
Tang Xuance noticed Gu Chen's gaze and knew that Shao Heyang would die in his hands, so he gave a reminder.
Gu Chen then looked at the person in the group of people who looked like stars over the moon. He was an elegant and handsome middle-aged man with a white face and no beard.
Shao Jianmin, as the head of the Shao family, and an important minister whose status was equal to that of Tang Xuance in the Pei Kingdom's court, looked indeed extraordinary.