This inexplicable battle started quickly and ended even faster. Before Li Zhen could return to the chaotic battlefield, everything was over - He Gan Chengji was killed, and the four masters of the Shu Palace who made a sneak attack were also angry.
The masters of the "Eagle Group" were torn into pieces. As for the soldiers of the Yulin Army who had been frightened by this drastic change, they all calmed down and hid far away. They gathered together and everyone watched nervously.
Li Zhen stood under the torch, fearing that Li Zhen, who was red-eyed about killing, would do something to them.
Damn, what a brilliant game! Although Li Zhen stood on the ground without saying a word, her heart was filled with turmoil. Without him, the person who set up this game was very clever. Not only did they calculate everyone's reactions when they were attacked,
Inside, even Li Zhen's personality and possible reactions were expected by the planners - the stables were on fire and everyone lost their horses. In this way, the cavalry basically became infantry, and then the cavalry attacked in the wilderness. In addition to frontal confrontation,
Apart from this, there is no other way to save himself. In this case, Li Zhen, who claims to be brave, will naturally lead the remaining troops to attack, and there will be a vacuum behind him. In addition, a bunch of Yulin troops will not help, and the whole scene will naturally be terrible.
After losing control, with a little provocation, internal fighting is inevitable, and the opportunity for assassination appears.
Angry? It's inevitable. No matter how well-educated a person is, if they fall into a big evil trap, they will inevitably get a little sulky. What's more, Li Zhen always thinks that she is invincible. How can she not be angry after suffering a secret loss?
, but more of a puzzle - He Gan Chengji had really been sent away a long time ago. From the moment he captured He Gan Chengji, Li Zhen knew that this guy was a hot potato, and he took advantage of him early.
He secretly sent it back to the capital. The reason why he brought a fake one with him along the way was to confuse others. Therefore, the loss was not big. However, what puzzled Li Zhen was that the person who took action was Lao Liu.
This makes no sense at all!
He Qian Chengji is a good card. With him in hand, plus Wang Ji, Liu Qi has formed a complete series of irrefutable evidence, which can immediately reveal all the answers to the entire Arsenal case. Once this happens, the prince will be deposed.
It has become a foregone conclusion! It is inevitable that the prince wants to kill Hegan Chengji and silence him. It makes sense that the fourth brother wants to get Hegan Chengji into his hands. Unfortunately, neither of these two parties took action. Instead, he was innocently implicated in the Arsenal case.
It's a bit strange that Lao Liu, who was in such a miserable state, sent someone to kill Hegan Chengji. Besides, although Lao Liu has always been very hidden, he is not a master of strategy, and he is not that capable of playing tricks.
There must be a mastermind behind such a trick! But who could it be? The third child? Impossible! At this time, the third child has long been confused by what happened with the fifth child, and now he is afraid of hiding.
It was too late, how could he do such a thing? To put it another way, even if the third child had the leisure, how could he help the prince to do such a bad thing?
Confused, very confused, Li Zhen thought for a long time and still couldn't figure out what the purpose of Lao Liu's trick was. He wanted to ask Nalong, but at this time, people were talking too much, but it was difficult to speak, so he simply
He stood there with a sullen face, not even bothering to say a word. Li Zhen didn't speak, and everyone was even more frightened. No one dared to get into trouble at this moment, so naturally they all stood there stupidly, and the atmosphere suddenly became very depressed.
In the end, it was Nalong who was the first to speak: "Your Highness, it's almost dawn, I'd better go to Cross Slope first and then make some plans."
Oh, that's right. You can't think of anything right now. We'll see what Lao Liu says later! Li Zhen nodded, waved his hand and said: "Come out." He got on his horse first and led everyone straight towards
Go to the cross slope not far away.
The morale of the people who had been robbed was pitifully low. Fortunately, the journey was not too far, so they walked slowly and hurriedly. They arrived at the cross slope just before dawn. At this time, the deputy envoy Hou Guoxiao, the king of Shu Li Min and other people arrived.
But they hadn't arrived yet. Li Zhen was upset and didn't bother to care about those Yulin officers and soldiers who were lying or sitting in an awkward position as soon as they arrived at the cross slope, and ordered Yan Shiba to lead them.
After some people took the seal from the Yue Prince's Palace and went to Wujin County to borrow food and supplies, they sat cross-legged on the grass alone, closed their eyes, and meditated.
At this time, all kinds of demons and monsters were coming back one after another. First, Hou Guoxiao led five or sixty disheveled soldiers of the Yulin Army to the cross slope, and then came Li Min, who led a hundred or so people. During this period, there were also some three or five soldiers.
Groups of broken soldiers also came to join one after another. People roared and horses neighed, and it was very lively. However, all this had nothing to do with Li Zhen. No matter who came back, Li Zhen didn't bother to pay attention to it, and just sat alone.
Sit there and think quietly.
"Your Highness, Your Highness the King of Shu is here." Just as Li Zhen was lost in thought, the captain of the personal guard Chen Liang walked up to Li Zhen and reported softly.
"Yes." Li Zhen nodded, opened his eyes, looked at Li Min outside the warning circle, and with a strong effort on his waist and abdomen, he stood up, strode forward, and said hello with a smile.
: "Brother Six, you are here, haha, such a big fire, I can rest assured that Brother Six can come back intact."
Although Li Min had a ghost in his heart, the city was very deep. Facing Li Zhen's words that sounded kind but contained sarcasm, his face did not change at all. He smiled and held his hands in front of him and said: "Toefl, toefl, such a big thing."
Huotou, brother is really worried about the safety of eighth brother. Haha, it seems that everything is fine with eighth brother. Brother is very happy. Ah, the weather is nice today. This cross slope is a beautiful scenery. How about brother accompany eighth brother for a walk or two?
?”
"Sure." Li Zhen naturally heard that Lao Liu wanted to talk to her alone, and roughly guessed what Lao Liu wanted to say, but she didn't object. She nodded in agreement with a smile, and the two brothers went their own ways.
They laughed heartily and walked shoulder to shoulder up the slope.
"Eighth brother, my brother did not do this." After the two brothers walked in silence for a while, Li Min was the first to break the silence and said with a sincere face.
"Oh." Li Zhen responded calmly, not even asking what Li Min was talking about, as if the matter had nothing to do with her.
Li Min secretly glanced at Li Zhen's face, swallowed secretly and said: "Eighth brother, please listen to my brother's explanation. I have already heard about what happened this morning. Those assassins are indeed from my brother's house.
But in fact, I was bribed by someone. I really don’t know who is behind it. I can swear to God that if what I said is true, I will definitely die a bad death!"
Bullshit! If you don’t know, who will know? Damn it, stop coaxing me with those useless oaths! Li Zhen doesn’t believe Lao Liu’s explanation at all. Without him, the oaths of political animals are actually the same as wiping their butts with papyrus.
Not much different, this rule is the same in ancient and modern times, no one will really take the swearing seriously, but well, I understand, but Li Zhen is not stupid enough to expose Lao Liu's lies on the spot.
On the contrary, he was very interested in what the sixth man had to say next, so he smiled and said: "I can trust my brother's words. Although this matter is strange, the truth will eventually come to light one day, but I am not in a hurry."
"That's it, that's it, hehe, if my brother's guess is not bad, I'm afraid it's the boss's fault." Li Min said with a smile, then rolled his eyes and said expectantly.
Said: "Eighth brother, how did you think about what happened before the fire last night? Haha, although brother is not very useful, it is still feasible to help eighth brother wave the flag and cheer. You see..."
Damn it, what does this brat like Lao Liu want to do? He wants to join me so eagerly, what nonsense! Li Zhen doesn’t trust Li Min at all, but he can’t see what’s wrong with it for a while. Besides, seizing the direct descendant
The thing is to rely on the strength of numbers, but not everyone can be useful. With the scheming look of Lao Liu, how can Li Zhen trust it, but it is difficult to say this clearly, Li Zhen
Zhen pondered for a moment and said: "Sixth brother, please don't say that. You and I are brothers. The younger brother who can help will definitely help. This is the duty of brothers. Please rest assured, sixth brother, the younger brother on the other end of the father's side will definitely do it."
Try your best."
"Okay, that's it. I can trust what the eighth brother said." Li Min clapped his hands and laughed loudly and said: "From now on, my brother will only follow what the eighth brother says. You and I will join hands and take care of it."
Make the heaven and earth change color."
Change color? ***, you kid is looking for death, don’t drag me with you! When Li Zhen heard what Lao Liu said was not very authentic, she felt a sudden shock in her heart, and immediately said with a serious look on her face: "Brother Six, you made a mistake.
, We are all the sons of our father, so we should work together to share his worries. As for other things, I never pay attention to them and let my father and other elders have their opinions."
"Haha, that's it, that's it." Lao Liu was stunned for a moment, and then said with a smile: "Badi said well, brother has learned a lesson, and in the future, brother will leave everything to Ba brother, as time goes by, people's hearts will change.
Please tell me, eighth brother, to take care of your brother."
"Sixth brother, everyone is almost here, how about we hit the road now? Can everything be decided after we get to the capital?" Li Zhen couldn't figure out what kind of medicine was sold in Li Min's gourd for a while, and really didn't want to talk to Li Min anymore.
He kept talking about those useless words, looked back at the lively scene at the foot of the mountain, and said something calmly, but there was a determination that could not be refused.
Li Min was a little disappointed when he saw that Li Zhen didn't want to talk anymore, but he also knew that there was no point in saying anything at this time, so he nodded with a smile and said: "Okay, I will listen to my eighth brother in everything."
We’re here, we’re finally here! Looking at the city of Chang’an reflecting the golden light in the sunset, everyone who was already exhausted immediately became energetic. Although no one dared to shout loudly, everyone’s face showed a feeling of relief.
"It's not easy. It's been two days. For two days, just walking has been a torture. Not to mention that after suffering two major disasters, the morale of the army has been extremely low."
Even the tents used for camping are dilapidated goods temporarily borrowed from Dawujin County. They neither protect against wind nor rain, and are very tattered. Fortunately, God has been kind to us in the past two days. The weather has been good, so we can save the big guys.
It was such an embarrassment that everyone couldn't be overjoyed when they saw the city of Chang'an.
Damn, we finally arrived in time! Li Zhen was riding on the horse, looking at the majestic Chang'an City in the distance. She felt excited for a while. In addition to being able to rush back to Chang'an in time to participate in the peach sharing, Li Zhen was more concerned about Pei Yan.
Love - As the saying goes: One day without seeing each other is like three autumns. It has been a month and a half, how can it not make Li Zhen's soul linger in her dreams? It's just that Li Zhen is in a hurry to return home, but it is not a matter of not distinguishing between public and private, urging the whole family.
The army quickened their pace and rushed to the post station outside the city. They handed over the accompanying King of Shu Li Min to the officials of the Ministry of Rites who came to greet him. Then he hurried to his palace, not caring about rest, so he hurriedly
He rushed straight to the backyard, but unexpectedly they were in vain. Without him, Princess Gaoyang and Pei Yan were taken into the palace by Concubine Yan early in the morning, and they have not come back yet. This made Li Zhen feel bad.
I was disappointed for a while, but I didn’t have the courage to complain about my mother’s troubles. In desperation, I had no choice but to stamp my feet and return to the inner study. As soon as I entered the study door, I saw that the two great counselors Mo Li and Nalong were already seated.
, just wait for yourself.
Looking at the half-smiling expressions on the faces of the two counselors, even though Li Zhen was always thick-skinned, she also blushed for a rare moment. She hurriedly pretended to cough a few times to cover it up, and looked at the two men with a smile.
The great counselor said: "Haha, you two gentlemen are laughing."
"There is a saying in the Book of Songs: Fair ladies, gentlemen are so arrogant, what's so ridiculous about it, hahaha..." Mo Li, who hadn't seen him for many days, didn't intend to let go of such a good opportunity to tease Li Zhen, so he winked jokingly,
Laughed loudly.
Not to be outdone, Nalong added: "That's right, that's right, but there's another sentence at the end. I can't get it, I'm tossing and turning, hahaha..."
Oh, damn it, these two old boys are so serious! Li Zhen was so embarrassed by the laughter that she simply let it go and laughed loudly: "Ask the sky, what is love? It makes us agree between life and death. I, the King,
However, ordinary people's ears are bound to be vulgar. However, the two gentlemen have not married yet, which makes me strange. Is there a hidden disease? Haha, then it needs to be treated early, haha..."
Because of their background problems, Mo Li, and Nalong, who has traveled around the world to study, they are both very old, but they have never married. At this moment, Li Zhen teased him in turn, and he was a little dumbfounded, but he also knew
Li Zhen was joking, but he didn't really take it seriously. The three guests and the host all laughed loudly, and the study room was filled with the three people's generous laughter.
After a burst of laughter, Li Li shook the feather fan in his hand with a smile and said: "His Highness came back at the right time. There has been a lot of fuss about sending troops these days, and the Holy One has not decided on the candidate to lead the army.
, When His Highness enters the palace to deliver the mission tomorrow, the Holy One will definitely ask about it, I wonder if His Highness has ever thought about it?"
It is natural to send troops to quell the rebellion. Although Lao Wu is making a big fuss now, in Li Zhen's view, they are just a bunch of chickens and dogs. How can they withstand the invasion of the imperial army, let alone those who are famous all over the world?
Of veteran generals, even any general in the Sixteenth Guards could put down this seemingly huge, but actually vulnerable, rebellion. The reason why he has not decided on a general for the expedition is because the various factions on the left and right are blindly involved in it.
It's just a mix-up. Li Zhen naturally knew about this matter. What he should know had already been learned from "Xu Ri", but there was no need to say more. When he heard Mo Li mention this matter so carefully, he couldn't help but feel
Some people were surprised and glanced at Mo Li doubtfully: "I have thought about it, but this expedition has little to do with me. Firstly, my injury has not healed. Secondly, although this kind of rebellion is
It's a good thing, but if it really falls on me, it will be suspected of 'killing my brother'. I don't want to get involved in this matter. If my father asks about it, I will just say that my injury has not healed.
"
"Otherwise, if the prince answers like this, I'm afraid he will suffer a lot." Li Moli smiled and shook his head and said: "Although it is not His Highness's turn to go on an expedition, His Highness must ask for orders to lead the expedition. If His Majesty does not allow it, Your Highness will
Only then can you recommend someone else to take over. As for the candidate, you can choose one from among the famous generals in the court, but Li Ji is the best."
Huh? Li Zhen was stunned for a moment, and then she understood what Mo Li meant - asking herself to take charge was an act to share the worries of her father and not be afraid of what others said. Recommending Li Ji was out of public interest. After all, the current imperial court
Li Jing, who ranks first among the generals, has long since retired and is idle at home. Li Ji, who ranks second, is naturally the best candidate. In addition, Li Ji already has a good relationship with Li Zhen. Not to mention taking this opportunity to win over Li Ji, go there.
It is very easy to stuff a few men into the army to gain some military exploits. Besides, the Minister of War itself is responsible for selecting generals, so it is quite legitimate for him to do so.
Haha, it’s true that details determine success or failure! Li Zhen reacted quickly, nodded and said: "Yes, it should be so. I know it well. Well, this matter is not urgent. Have you two gentlemen seen it?
What kind of trick is that guy Chu Lao Liu playing?"
In the past two days, Lao Liu has been constantly looking for opportunities, trying hard to curry favor with Li Zhen. He has made heroic remarks to people of all ages, and even said "heart-breaking" words. Li Zhen even got up after hearing those nonsense words.
I got goosebumps, but I couldn’t show my face to the sixth one, so I just beat him haha. Fortunately, Li Zhen was good at this, and he didn’t show any flaws. Nalong had already noticed these situations.
They had noticed it, and Li Qiye had already received the relevant notification. Although the three of them had never discussed the matter together, each of them had already thought about it countless times, but they had not figured it out yet.
When he saw Li Zhen asking about this matter, Nalong twirled the long beard on his chest and said thoughtfully: "There must be something fishy here. It seems to me that there is someone behind His Highness King Shu. It is definitely not His Highness King Wu, but someone like him."
He is the prince, but the King of Shu cannot see that the prince will definitely fall. How can he seek refuge with the prince at this time? Of course, His Highness the King of Shu has no reason to seek refuge with the prince. There must be other reasons for this.
Could it be His Royal Highness the King of Wei?"
"Impossible." Li Zhen had already thought about this matter. She shook her head and said, "If that guy from the fourth age is up to something, he is just trying to get Hegan Chengji. How could he kill him?"
By silencing him, wouldn't he be doing the boss a favor? This doesn't make sense."
Li Li frowned, thought for a while and said: "There must be someone behind His Royal Highness the King of Shu. This game is set up to be cruel. If the prince had not made arrangements in advance, I am afraid that this game would not be avoided at all. This kind of method is not like
It can be designed by people in the officialdom, but it is more like the behavior of people in the military, but..."
Before Li Mo Li finished speaking, he saw the butler Liu Dequan hurriedly walked to the door of the study and reported slightly out of breath: "Your Highness, Your Highness the King of Wei is here. Please give me your permission."
Haha, the fourth bastard really can't wait! Li Zhen's heart moved, and she waved her hand and said: "Open the middle door, and I will personally go to greet you." Liu Dequan hurriedly agreed, and hurried out to go on his own.
Not to mention arrangements.
"Your Highness, His Highness the King of Wei must be asking for someone to come. Your Highness might as well hold off for a while and wait until the army comes out before deciding." Seeing Liu Dequan running out, Li Mo Li ordered with a faint smile.
"Well, I know what I know." Li Zhen nodded, laughed, walked out of the study, and rushed straight to the door... dd