Zuo Binning was about to speak, but felt it was inappropriate, so he pulled her over to sit down, and then said: "Mingxuan was imprisoned by the emperor, and the imperial edict was sent to the Wei family -"
Wen Qingzhu's hand failed to steady itself and slipped from the edge of the table, causing her body to sway.
She took a deep breath, nodded and said, "Yeah, there's more."
"Furthermore, before General Bu Liugu arrived in the capital, the emperor suddenly agreed to let the princess of Pingshu County get married. To show his sincerity, he also made the princess of Pingshu County the princess!"
Wen Qingzhu clenched his hands and said with an increasingly calm expression, "Is there anything else?"
Zuo Binning didn't want to talk about what happened next, but when she thought that she couldn't hide it for long, she decided to speak out proactively: "The emperor asked Pei Yi to enter the Prime Minister's Pavilion and was investigating Lei Shuo's matter because Pei Yi suspected that Lei Shuo was not dead. .”
At this time, Wen Qingzhu could not bear it anymore and said through gritted teeth: "Is this the emperor's intention, or -"
After a pause, she smiled to herself again: "How could Pei Yi dare to do this without the emperor's permission!"
Her voice was cold and there was no expression on her face.
But it was Wen Qingzhu like this that made Zuo Bingning become more and more worried. When she reached out to grab Wen Qingzhu's hand, she found that her hand was very cold.
"Qingzhu, I went to see Prime Minister Wei before I left. He said that this matter is very complicated. He asked you not to think too much and deal with the Xiongnu affairs first. Mingxuan will be fine."
At first glance, Wen Qingzhu felt really angry.
After this series of events, it seemed that those who guarded the border were the enemies, and Wen Qingzhu was indeed angry.
After calming down and thinking about it carefully, I felt something was wrong.
Jiang Yuancheng is not that kind of mediocre person, he sees things clearly than many people.
What is his purpose in doing this
When Zuo Binning said these things, Wen Qingzhu's first thought was to go back to the capital immediately.
Did the emperor want to force her to return to Beijing
Wen Qingzhu felt something was wrong, why did he force her to return to Beijing
"Bingning." Wen Qingzhu turned around and asked, "Besides these things, are there other things? For example, is there anything strange happening in Kangcheng and Luocheng?"
Zuo Bingning thought hard: "It doesn't seem to be the case. Kangcheng is developing very well now. Apart from the things I said, there is nothing special about Beijing."
"No?" Wen Qingzhu didn't know.
She touched her sleeves. When she came to Dingyuan City just now, Mrs. Sulu gave her a letter.
It was sent by Zhang Ke. He said that he planned to return to the capital according to Jiang Yuancheng's instructions.
The failure of Yangzhou completely damaged Jiang Yuancheng's power, and he had to reorganize his layout.
The situation in the northwest is chaotic, and the only way to control it is to fight.
Fighting is not Jiang Yuancheng's advantage. When it comes to who doesn't want to fight, Wen Qingzhu feels that Jiang Yuancheng should bear the brunt.
"By the way, there's going to be a battle tomorrow. I've brought someone here. Can you help send her to the Medicine God Valley?"
Zuo Binning would definitely know the news about Lu Ce's serious injury if he stayed.
It would be better to send her away together.
"Who? Is he sick?" Zuo Binning didn't agree or anything. She really wanted to stay in Dingyuan and know the news about Lu Ce at any time.
Wen Qingzhu stood up and went out to let Beidou carry the person in.
Seeing the person lying on the couch, Zuo Bingning covered her mouth directly: "How did you catch her?"
After thinking about it, Wen Qingzhu told Zuo Binning: "She was captured by the Huns, and I was the one who rescued her in the White Wolf tribe's army."
"She doesn't seem to be sick, why should she be sent to Medicine God Valley?" Zuo Bingning felt very strange.
Wen Qingzhu looked at Pei Zhixuan and said, "She has been causing trouble with the Xiongnu, and now there is going to be a war. I'm worried that there are too many variables and things will get out of control."
"But I want to stay and wait for news from Lu Ce." After Zuo Binning said it, she felt it was inappropriate and quickly explained, "It's not that I don't want to, it's just a gift for someone. Can't anyone do it?"
Wen Qingzhu sighed, feeling very conflicted. She really didn't know whether she should tell Zuo Binning.
Seeing her expression, Zuo Bingning felt panicked: "Is something going to happen to Lu Ce?"
"Yes." Wen Qingzhu decided to tell her, "Lu Ce was plotted by people from the White Wolf tribe and is now seriously injured and comatose. However, I went to find his master and gave the Resurrection Pill to Jieta, and they went back to rescue Lu Ce."
Zuo Bingning suddenly became excited: "How could you give such an important resurrecting pill to Zhita! He is the Prince of the Huns! He has always been at odds with Lu Ce!"
As Zuo Binning turned to leave, Wen Qingzhu reached out to hold her and told Zuo Binning the current situation on the Xiongnu side, hiding the relationship between the Lu family and the White Wolf tribe.
After listening, Zuo Bingning asked in disbelief: "So now the White Wolf tribe is the common enemy of you and Zhita?"
As soon as he finished speaking, someone hurriedly came to report from outside.
"Sir! The White Wolf Tribe is attacking!"
Wen Qingzhu and Zuo Binning both looked at the person who came. It was the spy Fu Lie had prepared for her.
Half an hour later, Zuo Tang followed Wen Qingzhu and the others to the tower of Dingyuan City.
Looking at Yongheguan in the distance, under the fish-belly white sky, the earth has been shaking, and the faint sounds of fighting can be heard.
Zuo Bingning couldn't help but hold Wen Qingzhu's hand: "The Lama Pass won't be breached, right?"
Wen Qingzhu was also unsure: "I don't know."
After hearing this, Zuotang turned to Wen Qingzhu and reported: "Sir, the whole city is on alert now, and the road to Yunzhou has been repaired. People can evacuate at any time, but there is still a problem with the Zhao family."
"What's the problem?" Wen Qingzhu frowned, feeling uneasy in his heart.
Zuotang said seriously: "The Zhao family handed over a lot of property before, and their private soldiers were also released and became Zhuangzi's associates. Then these Zhuangzi were sold at a low price and occupied an ordinary place outside Yunzhou City. .”
"Is Zhao Qing really going against me?" Wen Qingzhu's heart became increasingly heavy.
Zuotang was worried about another problem: "Actually, this problem is not serious. The most serious thing is that the Zhuangzi outside Yunzhou City was occupied by private soldiers. They did not obey the command at all. Tang Qin could not control them. Yan Yongzhang was useless in the past."
"Does the Zhao family want to rebel?" Wen Qingzhu didn't expect that Zhao Qing seemed to be well-behaved, but he would do so many things behind his back.
Zuotang looked up at her and said hesitantly: "Actually, when the Zhao family first started to deal with these matters, I had already noticed it and secretly sent the son of man to follow.
It turns out that the person who arranged all this was not Zhao Qing, but Zhao Lin. "
"You said it was Zhao Lin who arranged all this? Wasn't he injured and recuperating at home?" Wen Qingzhu felt as if he had overlooked something.
She looked at Yonghe Pass. Zhao Qing had been doing his duty and preparing for war.
Fu Lie on one side and Lu Chengen on the other were staring at him.
There are Huns outside who may attack at any time, so Zhao Qing probably has no intention of engaging in these industries.
"Could it be that Zhao Lin is actually responsible for these properties of the Zhao family?" Wen Qingzhu expressed his doubts.
Zuo Tang, who has been following the affairs of the Zhao family recently, has another opinion: "In the past, Zhao Qing was indeed in charge, but since Zhao Qing went to Yonghe Pass, it seems that he is not in charge of the affairs of the Zhao family. There is an adult." You should have heard of it.”
"who?"
"Tao Baiwan."
Wen Qingzhu narrowed his eyes slightly: "What is his relationship with Zhao Lin?"
Zuotang replied: "Tao Wanwan has always had business dealings with the Zhao family before. Zhao Qing did not agree with the tobacco leaves that Tao Wanwan produced, but the Tao family drug store still sold these items quietly.
I investigated carefully and found that Zhao Lin was supporting him behind the scenes. In the past few days, when I was checking the Zhao family's property, I found that Tao Wanwan and Zhao Lin had a very close relationship.
Tao Wanwan didn't show up in person in recent days. He wanted to go to Yunzhou City, but Tang Qin stopped him. On the Zhao family's side, another shopkeeper, Tao, was in contact with the Zhao family's housekeeper. "
"Then Zhao Lin is at Zhao's house now?" Wen Qingzhu didn't want anything to go wrong behind the scenes while the battle was going on.
Once Yonghe Pass is broken, Yunzhou must be completely under their control!
"Here! Sir, do you want to catch him now? Will this irritate him? After all, Zhao Lin's temper... Zuotang felt a little weird again.
He had always thought that Zhao Qing was more sinister and cunning, but now Zhao Lin's actions seemed to be even more sinister and bold.
"Of course! I even doubt whether Zhao Lin was injured on purpose! The Zhao family has accumulated a huge amount of property over the years. It is indeed difficult for ordinary people to let go. But today is different from the past. This Zhao Lin doesn't seem to understand!"
…
In the mansion opposite the Zhao family.
Wen Qingzhu sat with a gloomy face, and Zuotang stood in front of him sweating profusely, feeling extremely panicked.
After a while, she raised her head and said to Zuo Bingning: "Take Pei Zhixuan to Medicine God Valley! Now!"
"But..." Zuo Bingning didn't want to leave at all.
Zuotang shouted loudly: "You don't listen to my words! These are the words of the princess! Don't worry, nothing will happen to Lu Ce!"
Seeing his daughter's anxious look, his tone softened again.
Zuo Bingning had no choice but to agree, but she added: "I will send the person there and then come back."
Wen Qingzhu did not answer her question directly, but talked about another person: "Bai Liufang, do you still remember?"
"Yes, remember." Zuo Binning also heard about Bai Liufang's experience and felt very sympathetic.
Wen Qingzhu stood up, walked to her, took out a letter and handed it to her: "Go to Dezhou first and call Bai Liufang. He is also in poor health. Since he is going to Yaoshen Valley, he will also go with him. Go over and take a look and give him this letter."
"Yeah." Zuo Bingning relaxed now. Since there is another person, she might be able to come back as soon as she reaches Texas.
After getting ready, in order to avoid accidents, Wen Qingzhu personally sent Zuo Binning out of Dingyuan.
Looking at her leaving figure, Wen Qingzhu murmured to himself: "I hope you don't blame me, and I hope Bai Liufang can see the situation clearly, if you really like Bing Ning."
When he turned around, Wen Qingzhu saw a lot of people coming towards him outside the city.
She immediately ordered: "Close the city gate! No one can open it without authorization!"
Wen Qingzhu quickly went downstairs, and Zuotang was already waiting for her.
The two people hurried to the Lu family.
Riding a horse to the door of Lu's house, I didn't expect to meet a housekeeper from the Zhao family.
He looked at the visitor with a smile: "Master Wen, Master Zuo, our second general invites you to come over."
Wen Qingzhu looked at him coldly: "What if we don't leave?"
The smile on the butler's face grew brighter: "I suggest you, sir, go."