Wang Xiao returned to the Grand Master's residence, but after a short while to freshen up, the news of his assassination had spread throughout Zhongqing City.
Although it was already late at night, many people still got up from their beds after receiving the news. They had already rushed to the gate of the Taishi Mansion and asked to see Wang Xiao.
Wang Xiao changed his clothes and no longer looked as embarrassed as he had just arrived. Hearing a group of courtiers at the door asking to see him, Wang Xiao snorted coldly, looked at the confidants sitting in the lobby, and said meaningfully:
"Oh, are there really so many people concerned about my safety? I'm afraid most people might as well take advantage of the visit and do some testing!"
Upon hearing this, the confidants present were a little unsure of what Wang Xiao meant, and they all lowered their heads and did not dare to reply.
Zhong Li, on the other hand, immediately became energetic when he saw that everyone was silent. He put on a flattering smile and said to please:
"The Grand Master is the purple golden beam that supports our Yun Kingdom. Your safety is related to the stability of the Yun Kingdom, so the courtiers are naturally concerned about it."
Wang Xiao glanced at Zhong Li lightly and said nothing.
Seeing Wang Xiao's cold attitude, Zhong Li looked at the colleagues around him and saw that they lowered their heads and did not dare to reply. Then he vaguely understood something and closed his mouth angrily.
"That assassin must not be let go! Li Lian, the people under your command in Tingwei Mansion are the most familiar with Kyoto. You will take the lead in the search, and the city defense army and the imperial army will fully cooperate!"
Li Lian cupped his hands and bowed:
"I will obey the Grand Master's orders!"
Wang Xiao nodded, glanced at everyone present, narrowed his eyes for a long time, and then said quietly after a long time:
"Okay, now that you have met me, you can rest assured. Go back and rest early, and you will be safe for a while."
Everything Wang Xiao said today seemed to have a profound meaning. All the confidants, even Zhong Li, who had always been a waste, noticed something was wrong.
At this time, Wang Xiao opened his mouth to drive people away, but his confidants did not dare to stay any longer, so they quickly got up and left.
Wang Xiao just sat in the lobby, watching the departure of all his confidants.
Seeing all the confidants leaving, Tie Shengwen, who had been standing behind Wang Xiao, bowed down and asked softly:
"What the Grand Master said today seems to have profound meaning."
Wang Xiao's eyelids twitched and he said in a deep voice:
"I returned secretly. Although it is not secret, only a few people among my confidants can know about it in advance."
Hearing this, Tie Shengwen was suddenly startled and hesitated:
"The Grand Master is suspicious. Someone has betrayed the Grand Master?"
"The first assassination I encountered on the way was by no means a spur-of-the-moment attempt! We had all the people and preparations, and there were several masters holding the line. It must have been planned for a long time."
Having said this, Wang Xiao suddenly sneered and said:
"And after escaping the first assassination, to ensure safety, I sent people back to Beijing three times to report to you, hoping that you would mobilize an army to respond."
Tie Shengwen was stunned for a moment, then showed a look of horror on his face and swore:
"But, but... Taishi, I swear to God, I have not received any news, and I have never seen anyone come to report it!"
Wang Xiao nodded and said:
"I know it's not you."
All of Tie Shengwen's power was actually based on the fact that he was Wang Xiao's most trusted aide. Just like the relationship between the emperor and the eunuchs, both prospered and suffered losses.
Of course, even if Tie Shengwen betrayed him, there was no way he could have concealed the news that someone had come back to ask for help. This was because everyone in the Taishi Mansion belonged to Wang Xiao.
Wang Xiao stood up, with a deep expression on his face, and said:
"Two eighth-level masters suddenly appeared in the palace, and then disappeared without a trace. It was impossible to find out why these two people entered the palace. To be on the safe side, I set off early and hurried back to the capital in a light carriage.
Now that I think about it, I'm afraid it was just a plan by the person behind it!"
Hearing this, Tie Shengwen narrowed his eyes and said:
"Arrange two masters to deliberately reveal their flaws and force the Grand Master to return to the capital early. They set up an ambush with many assassin masters on the way to assassinate the Grand Master. Then they arranged people to kill all those who came back to report the news. In the end, even if the Grand Master escaped from the siege,
There is also another master chasing along the road..."
When Tie Shengwen said this, he couldn't help but take a breath of air and said:
"So, the people behind this, the power in the capital, and the masters under them are too terrifying!"
Wang Xiao shook his head and said:
"Since this person only dares to hide in the dark and attack me, then the power of his subordinates is obviously not enough to compete with the Grand Master's Mansion. Compared with these, I am more afraid that this person can develop under my nose.
Such power!"
"Sheng Wen, I can't trust others now. Are you willing to investigate this matter for me?"
Tie Shengwen immediately lowered his head and clasped his fists, saying decisively:
"I am willing to go through fire and water for the Grand Master, no matter what!"
Wang Xiao looked at Tie Shengwen, nodded, and said:
"Okay, and the assassin captured by my men before was probably from a local tribe. This person was brought back all the way and is now in the dungeon of the Taishi Mansion. Go and interrogate him personally and do your best to trace him!"
Having said this, Wang Xiao's eyes revealed a murderous intent and his voice was cold as he added:
"I give you the right to gain advantage. Don't let go of any relevant clues, and don't leave anyone involved!"
Hearing this, Tie Shengwen raised his head in shock.
You must know that before, Wang Xiao cared very much about Qingshi's reputation and acted with great restraint. He had never said such murderous words.
Wang Xiao noticed Tie Shengwen's astonished look, lowered his eyes, and said firmly:
"In such a situation, thunder should be used!"
Although his reputation for future generations is important, it is an issue that he really has to consider after he changes his dynasty. If he fails completely, there is no need to think about it, and he will be infamy throughout the ages!
Tie Shengwen wanted to understand the joints, narrowed his eyes, and said with murderous intent:
"Don't worry, Grand Master, the holy text is understood!"
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Xiao Cheng looked at Guo Xie standing in front of him with a very strange look and said:
"Didn't I ask you to go back? Why are you here again?"
After hearing this, Guo Xie explained:
"At this time, the commotion in the city is getting louder and louder. The streets are full of soldiers and horses from various government agencies. I am worried about your majesty's safety, so I rushed over to escort your majesty back to the palace."
Xiao Cheng waved his hand and said:
"It's not easy for me to leave alone?"
After saying that, Xiao Cheng pointed at the unconscious middle-aged man carried behind Guo Jie, shook his head and said:
"Also, you want to escort me back to the palace with this person?"
What Guo Xie was carrying on his back was the middle-aged swordsman who had driven Wang Xiao into a state of embarrassment.
Hearing this, Guo Xie hesitated for a moment, then raised his hand to throw the person behind him down.
"Hey, what are you doing!" Xiao Cheng saw Guo Xie's movements and said quickly.
Guo Xie's men paused and said:
"Your Majesty, I saw that this man was even more tenacious, and I felt admiration in my heart. In addition, he seemed to have a grudge against Wang Xiao, so I wanted to recruit him to serve your Majesty... But since taking him with you would expose your Majesty.
If there is any risk, I will throw him down now."
When Xiao Cheng heard this, he was a little dumbfounded:
"What I mean is that I don't need you to escort me. You'd better place this person first. This person will be useful to me in the future!"
Above the head of the middle-aged man, the four white fonts of "Wanderer of the Western Han Dynasty" shine.
[Ju Meng, a heroic hero of the Western Han Dynasty, loves to fight injustice, help the weak and help the poor, without asking for anything in return, and in this way he is famous among the princes.
Force 88, Literature 18, Wisdom 58, Morality 70, Age 37, Dominance 55, Politics 38, Charisma 69, Loyalty 95, Ambition 65]