Everyone watched Zhen Yan jump down the cliff with a determined face, while the ground was covered with blood, the son of Prince Chen had long since lost his breath, and his eyes were wide open.
Lian Yu's heart skipped a beat, and she glanced at the Prime Minister on the right, "Master Xiang..."
Prime Minister on the right raised his eyebrows, and his face was still calm, as if the one who died in front of him was not the son of the current prince, but an ordinary guard.
"I didn't see anything, I don't know anything, and I haven't been here tonight, so I'm leaving!"
The right minister quickly cleaned up the wreckage behind him, and the method was even more cruel, directly throwing everyone off the cliff, including the carriage.
As for the corpse of Prince Chen, Prime Minister Right left an arrow for Lian Yu, Lian Yu was stunned for a while, then turned the body into a puddle of blood with trembling hands until it disappeared.
The people Lian Yu brought were all given by the right minister. Once the right minister left, only Linglong and Lian Yu were left.
"Second Young Master, let's leave quickly while it's getting dark. Since Xiangye promised, he will never break his promise. Second Young Master can rest assured and leave."
Linglong quickly backed away, and Lian Yu came back to her senses, and hurried back towards Kyoto step by step, with a bloodthirsty smile on her lips.
Mother, the son avenged you with his own hands.
After Lian Yu left, a pack of wolves descended from the mountain and gnawed away the residue on the ground without leaving any traces. Once the wind blew, there was nothing left.
The next day, Princess Chen's eyelids kept twitching, and there was always an ominous premonition lingering in her heart.
"Princess, the prince and concubine are gone."
Concubine Chen frowned, "What do you mean by disappearing, a living person can disappear out of thin air!"
"The prince left the Jokhang Temple yesterday afternoon, but he has not entered the capital, and even the guards around him have disappeared."
Princess Chen was furious, "Hurry up and find it!"
Chenwang Mansion sent many people to search all the way, but there was no trace of it, and it became more and more disturbing, and the eyelids kept twitching.
Even after the Empress Dowager found out about this, she immediately sent someone to look for it, and almost searched the entire capital. This person seemed to have disappeared out of thin air, and she couldn't find a trace of him.
For many days, the entire imperial court was looking for Prince Chen's son. Emperor Dongming was not in a hurry, but he was very cooperative and sent people out to look for him.
After more than half a month, someone finally found the carriage that Prince Chen's son was riding in and dozens of corpses of guards under the cliff. They were already in dilapidated condition. If they were not wearing the clothes of the guards of Prince Chen's mansion, it would be difficult to identify their identities.
There was neither the figure of Prince Chen's son nor the figure of Zhen Yan.
When the Queen Mother knew about it, she spat out a mouthful of blood and fell straight to the ground. After waking up, she said, "Look! We must find the person. If you are alive, you must see the person, if you die, you must see the corpse!"
After a while, another guard came over, "Queen Mother, we also found two corpses from other countries at the foot of the mountain, both from Eastern Chu."
Even the Empress Dowager frowned when she heard the words, and squeezed out a few words from between her teeth, "Check it out for Ai's family, we must check it out!"
Even the Empress Dowager didn't accept this fact at all, she was attacked just fine, and lost her body, it's really absurd!
After Princess Chen learned about it, she completely collapsed, while Prince Chen was still immersed in the pain of losing Concubine Yun, so she didn't take this matter to heart.
For several days in a row, three lives were lost in the ups and downs of Prince Chen's Mansion. Even the Queen Mother insisted on investigating to the end and launched a relentless investigation.
Apart from being able to find out that people from Dongchu had come to Dongming, there was no clue at all.
At this moment, news came from the border town that Master Zhao was missing and his whereabouts were unknown, and it is very likely that something unexpected happened.
The next day, it was reported that a corpse had been found, which belonged to Master Zhao.
When the news came out, the whole capital was stunned. The accidents happened again and again, could it really have something to do with Dongchu
Not only that, the army of Eastern Chu was as powerful as a broken bamboo, and had already broken through several cities of Xiyue in succession. The prince of Xiyue was severely poisoned and was now unconscious.
Even the Queen Mother was stunned, all this really caught Zhen Yan, but unfortunately, Zhen Yan also lost the news, privately, even the Queen Mother never gave up looking for Zhen Yan and Prince Chen's son, even though she had made the worst plan.
But Emperor Dongming's face was surprisingly ugly, not to mention being used as a gun, and his reputation was ruined, so he called all civil and military officials to discuss countermeasures that night.
It is easy to borrow these soldiers and horses, but it is even more difficult to get them back.
The ministers were discussing and scolding the shameless villain of Dongchu, and the prime minister on the right had a rare expression of solemnity. The ministers discussed and discussed, but there was no decision, and they remained deadlocked.
Some people advocated sending troops to attack Dongchu, while others advocated not to move and then act according to circumstances. If this matter has nothing to do with Dongchu and was framed, things will only get worse.
"boom!"
The teacup in Xiao Yu's hand fell to the ground with a thud, and broke into several petals. The tea stains wet the corners of the skirt, leaving marks on it.
"What did you say?"
Xiao Yu couldn't believe her ears, Zhao Zun disappeared, and Zhao Zun's body was found
"How is this possible, Qingyu, you must have lied to me, right? He is so cunning, how could he die?"
Qingyu's eyes were red, "Miss, the body of Lord Hou will be sent back to the capital as soon as possible in five days, and this servant also hopes that this is not true."
Concubine Xiao shook her body, "No, I don't believe a word, it's all fake, I'm going to ask my father!"
Concubine Xiao went directly to Prime Minister Right, but Prime Minister Right didn't come back for several days in a row.
Five days later, Zhao Houye's coffin was brought back to the capital, and Miss Xiao ran over regardless of everyone's obstruction. The scorched corpse could not be seen at all, but the figure was almost the same as that of Zhao Zun, and Miss Xiao only recognized the corpse. A piece of jade pendant was deliberately worn away by him.
The right minister supported Concubine Xiao, "Xiao Jiu, the deceased is already dead, don't think too much, let him rest in peace."
"Father, this must not be Marquis Zhao, it's a fake!" Xiao Concubine couldn't control her tears and fell down, clutching the jade pendant tightly in her hand, she almost fainted.
"Take Miss back!" Prime Minister Right gave an order, and several servant girls immediately supported Xiao Concubine back to the mansion. Xiao Concubine could not move at all and had to be taken away by the maids.
For several days in a row, Xiao Concubine sat day and night, not knowing what was going on in her head, and her tears were almost shed.
Qing Le and Zhao Xian'er came to comfort her every day, but Xiao Concubine just smiled and said nothing, and the whole person became much quieter, often sitting alone without saying a word for a whole day.
Rong Yue couldn't stand it anymore, so she grabbed Concubine Xiao, "Go to Xiyue with me, and find out the cause and effect of the matter, and you will know what's going on when you go to Xiyue."
Xiao Concubine raised her eyes, and looked at Rong Yue with some puzzlement. Rong Yue was afraid of the truth, so she didn't dare to mention it, but seeing Xiao Concubine getting thinner day by day, Rong Yue couldn't be more angry.
"If you want to know whether that person is Lord Zhao Hou, go to Xiyue, and you will understand everything."
Rong Yue didn't mention it explicitly, but the meaning couldn't be simpler, Xiao Yu nodded, "Okay!"
The two of them seemed to have discussed it, and brought this matter up to Mrs. Xiao. Mrs. Xiao hesitated a bit. Now that the relationship between the three countries is tense, it is almost imminent, and Dong Ming is also intensively preparing for the battle.
In case something happens to the two of them, Mrs. Xiao will blame herself for the rest of her life.
After a long time, Mrs. Xiao nodded, "Since the two of you have made a decision, I will not stop you. You must be careful in everything."
Concubine Xiao nodded, "Xiao Jiu will definitely protect herself."
After the two bid farewell to Mrs. Xiao, they took Qingyu and Qingyang and dozens of hidden guards, put on men's clothes, made a cover up, and couldn't find any woman at all, and then set off on the road.
When the right minister found out, it was already the next day, his face turned dark, and he immediately sent someone to chase after him. After walking for a day, it was so easy to chase. The angry right minister scolded Zhao Zun bloody , angry and helpless, let people track down and protect the two together.
West Vietnam
Emperor Xiyue seemed to have aged a lot overnight, and the most proud prince was poisoned, so he could only helplessly wait for death.
Empress Zhao dragged her frail body to accompany Emperor Xiyue, comforting Emperor Xiyue word by word, "Your Majesty, Zhan'er will be fine."
Emperor Xiyue raised his eyes and sighed, and gave a wry smile, "Now those people in Shengjing are waiting for the prince to die. I really hate that they have raised such a group of white-eyed wolves, and they should cooperate with each other inside and outside to collude with Dongchu!"
"Your Majesty, the Regent is here."
Emperor Xiyue snorted coldly, and before he could open his mouth, he saw a tall man walking in. He was about fifty years old, and he was full of elegance, not at all like an old man. His eyes revealed that he was more beautiful than an eagle. Sharp three-point heroic spirit.
The regent Song Yao was the youngest son of the first emperor, he was very good at fighting, and he had some military power in his hands. A few days ago, Emperor Xiyue was in poor health, so he appointed the regent king to take charge.
Song Yao, however, was ambitious. He opened the city and let the Eastern Chu soldiers enter the city, causing several cities to surrender without a fight, and the morale of Xiyue plummeted, like a mess.
But at this time, something happened to Song Zhan, the prince of Xiyue, and the emperor of Xiyue couldn't even send a trusted son, and they were all one-sided, either pretending to be deaf and dumb and not caring about world affairs, or turning the finger on Xiyue.
All these princes have deep grievances, wishing that Song Zhan would die sooner, who told Emperor Xiyue to favor Song Zhan all the time.
Now that something happened to Song Zhan, and the military power of the Xiyue Emperor was handed over to Song Zhan early, it is just a sham now, if Song Zhan wakes up, it is okay, if he dies, then Xiyue is the king regent who has the final say.
"Brother Huang, report from the front of Jiecheng. The prince has already vomited blood. I'm afraid he will die soon. Brother Huang and his wife must make preparations early."
The regent came to report the news on purpose, and as expected, Emperor Xiyue couldn't help spitting out blood when he heard the words, and shook his body.
"Your Majesty, calm down." Empress Zhao kept smoothing Emperor Xiyue's back, glaring at Song Yao angrily, "Song Yao, what is your intention? Your brother has always been kind to you. Angry at him!"
Emperor Xiyue wiped the corners of his mouth, glanced at Song Yao with a smile, "So what, even if Dong Chu wins, you are still a prince, and you have been in contact with your eldest brother for so long, and the situation where the two brothers are king will soon be broken , this position, it's not my turn to ask you to sit."
Song Yao's complexion changed slightly, "Hmph! Brother Huang, why bother to provoke the relationship between me and Brother Dahuang? We will never have a chance to meet again."
Song Yao suddenly smiled, "Prince, the short-lived ghost, should die if he doesn't come out tonight. This king would also like to thank the emperor for giving all the military power to the prince.
It also saves me a lot of trouble. After tonight, there will be no more Xiyue prince Song Zhan in this world. Not much to say, this king is going to take over the military power of the prince. "
After Song Yao finished speaking, he laughed and left with an arrogant expression on his face.
Emperor Xiyue was so angry that he spat out several mouthfuls of blood, which flowed continuously from the corner of his mouth, his eyes became dizzy for a while, and he could vaguely hear Queen Zhao's call in his ears.
Song Yao has already controlled the entire Xiyue Imperial Palace, and has been dormant for many years, finally waiting for the day when he can feel proud.
The more he thought about it, the more excited he became, Song Yao rushed to Jiecheng overnight, because Song Zhan held the military power, and no royal family members were allowed to enter Jiecheng, fearing that someone might plot something wrong, so everyone has been waiting.
Some people prayed that the god-like man would get well quickly, while others hoped that Song Zhan would die quickly. Only after Song Zhan died, could Song Yao take over the military power in Song Zhan's hands in an open and honest manner, and then he could unify Xiyue.
On the way, Song Yao and Song Rui ran into each other, and Song Yao had a happy smile on his face, "Rui'er, go back and tell your father, after tonight, the whole of Xiyue will submit to the king's feet."
Song Rui smiled when he heard the words, "Uncle Eighth Emperor, Rui'er is here to congratulate you first, and your wish will come true soon."
Song Yao was even more excited, the two chatted about the old days, and Song Yao led the people to rush to Jiecheng at high speed.
Song Rui sneered, "Idiot!"
Immediately, Song Rui sent people to surround the entire Jiecheng all the way, just waiting for Song Yao to gain military power.
After driving for four or five hours overnight, he finally arrived at the foot of Jiecheng. Estimating the time, the prince would never be able to hold on to the dawn.
So, Song Yao waited for a while, until it was dawn, and there was no sound of mourning in the city, Song Yao frowned.
"The short-lived ghost is struggling even to die, hmph, it's all in vain."
Song Yao rushed all the way to Jiecheng, and was stopped by someone as soon as he arrived at the city gate. Song Yao's face sank, "Presumptuous! Open your dog eyes and see, this king is the regent, come and see how the prince is injured, it's not too late Get out of the way, delay the prince's injury, can you bear it?"
"The prince has an order that no one is allowed to trespass in Jiecheng. The regent please go back."
Hearing this, Song Yao drew his sword and killed the guard who had just spoken without saying a word. The man fell to the ground and immediately attracted many guards to confront him.
Song Yao said with a cold face, "It's unreasonable! Now is the critical moment for Xiyue, you guys are stubborn, are you going to see Xiyue become a subsidiary of Eastern Chu? The prince holds the military power, and you don't want to defend your home and country Instead, obstruct this king everywhere, what is your intention?"
The guards looked at each other and stepped back.
Seeing this, Song Yao said again, "We are all the people of Xiyue, can you see the people of Liming in the water and fire without saving them? This king knows that you are all the subordinates of the prince, but now, the prince is critically ill. , what you have to do is not to guard the prince, but to raise your troops against each other and avenge the prince!"
After the words fell, one of the lieutenants yelled, "What are you doing in a daze, why don't you let the regent in!"
Everyone was at a loss when they heard the words, but they resolutely refused to let Song Yao enter the city.
The corner of Song Yao's mouth was raised, with a serious face, "Your lieutenant generals come to see me!"
After a while, a middle-aged man stood on the city wall, "I will pay my respects to the Regent, but I will not be able to go down to greet you in person."
Song Yao raised his eyes, "General Liu, the situation has now been settled. This king wants to see the prince. If you don't send troops to fight against it, the whole of West Vietnam will fall. You are a general, so you should know how to choose!"
General Liu looked solemn and annoyed, Song Yao was overjoyed when he saw this appearance, and pretended not to know, "This king is ordered by the emperor to visit the prince, and this king ordered you to open the city gate!"
General Liu only said, "If the lord wants to enter the city, he can only bring half of the troops, otherwise, the general will not dare to open the city gate."
After Song Yao talked for a long time, General Liu agreed, and immediately nodded in agreement. He didn't believe anyone would dare to do anything to him!
After the words fell, General Liu gave an order and opened the city gate. Song Yaoyi rushed in with his horse's belly in his arms. About tens of thousands of guards followed behind him, leaving half of them standing by.
Seeing Song Yao enter the city, the guards immediately closed the city gate with a loud bang.
As soon as Song Yao entered the city, he felt that something was wrong. The streets were very quiet, and he didn't even see a single person.
"General Liu, what's going on?" Song Yao's eyes jumped, sensing something was wrong.
Suddenly, a figure walked out of the city wall, wearing a silver-white armor with a cold light shining, a stunning face completely exposed in the air, it is amazing, there is a trace of hostility hidden between the brows, the whole person overlooks the entire Jiecheng, there is a Share the domineering power of the world.
Song Yao was dumbfounded, the man on the city wall was the sick Prince Xiyue who was dying!
But now it seems that there is no sign of poisoning, Song Yao's throat tightened.
"Uncle Eighth Emperor, don't come here without any problems."
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"Concubine on the Branch: Your Highness Married to"
Outside of his master, he does everything to seize power and seek power!
She is safe, and she can do anything in the house and fight for pets!
Others laughed at her for being just a mere maid, but she still wanted to climb onto the prince's bed!
Yun Shu: You made a mistake! It's the noble prince you speak of who wants to climb onto this girl's bed!
In the prince's mansion, there are warblers and swallows of various colors, weak willows supporting the wind, domineering and leaky, gentle and watery...
Only there is no one like her, um... anything!
Yun Shu: This girl can go to the battlefield in armor, enter the boudoir in a skirt, ride a horse heroically, and lie on the bed shyly... Come to fight if you don't accept it!
small theater
Yun Shu: "Um...it hurts..."
Ye Qingyu: "Be patient... just be fine..."
half an hour later...
Yun Shu frowned: "Hey, don't... just take it easy..."
Ye Qingyu was sweating profusely: "Shu'er, be good, be obedient..."
Another half hour...
Yun Shu: "Your Highness, it's fine if you don't know how to pull your hair!"
Her scalp is about to be ripped off!
Ye Qingyu: "..."