This emperor is too strong!

Chapter 23 The Emperor's Word
The next day, Yunhai Mansion.

"Ao'er, what happened last night? Where did someone help you?"

Xiao Hongyuan stared at Xia Ao closely, trying to see something.

Xia Ao smiled helplessly, spread his hands and said, "Grandpa, last night a thief in the real body was intercepted and killed in the middle of the road. If a mysterious person didn't appear suddenly, I would definitely have to confess my life."

"As for the origin of that mysterious man, I really don't know. The assassin was wrapped in a black robe, and the man was also wearing a wide hat, so he couldn't see anything."

"The situation was critical at the time. When the two confronted each other, Guo Da ran away protecting Gu. Gu didn't know what happened after that, but Gu just heard a loud noise when he left."

There was suspicion in Xiao Hongyuan's eyes, obviously he didn't believe it, but he didn't continue to ask.

"By the way, Grandpa, I heard that several important court officials died last night. Is it your handwriting?"

"I'm standing up for you, and I'm also paving the way for you."

Xiao Hongyuan glared at Xia Ao, and said angrily.

Xia Ao smiled and did not dwell on this topic.

"Grandpa, who wants to kill the orphan, can you find out?"

Hearing this question, Xiao Hongyuan frowned slightly, and a layer of cloud appeared on his face.

"Only some unnamed dead bodies were found, apparently silenced. The identities of these people are very ordinary, and almost no valuable information was found."

"The people behind the scenes are very mysterious, and they have handled everything very cleanly. I'm afraid nothing will be found in a short time."

Xiao Hongyuan was a little depressed, and after pondering for a while, he sneered again.

"However, even if there is no evidence, it can be deduced. Since you have secretly formed an alliance with the prince, then the person who made the move can only be the third prince or the fifth prince!"

Xia Ao frowned, then slowly let go, and took out a square metal plate from his arms.

"Grandpa, let someone check this thing. Zhou Ying found it on the battlefield. Let's see if we can find anything."

Although Xia Ao also tended to believe that the assassin was sent by Xia Kui, he still wanted people to find out.

Because if the person behind the scenes is not Xia Kui or Xia Feng, it means that there is still an extremely secretive force lurking in this imperial capital.

If you don't take precautions, it is very likely that this party will take advantage of the chaos to pick the peaches!

Xiao Hongyuan took the square plate and inspected it carefully for a while, but he didn't see any problem.

After putting away the square plate, Xiao Hongyuan nodded.

"Okay, I'll get someone to investigate as soon as possible."

After the words fell, Xiao Hongyuan suddenly clapped his hands.

Not long after, a man with strong eyes and big eyes walked in.

"General, Your Highness Sixth!"

Xiao Hongyuan nodded, pointed at this person and introduced to Xia Ao: "His name is Ji Ming, he is one of the most valiant generals under my grandfather, and he is at the seventh level of the True Body Realm."

"In order to prevent what happened last night from happening again, let him personally protect you in the future."

Xia Ao frowned, and stared at Ji Ming for a while in surprise.

Real body level seven, this strength is really not bad.

Although Zhou Ying's cultivation could improve rapidly in less than ten days, it would be a good thing if one more strong person listened to him.

Moreover, if he chooses to refuse now, it will inevitably make Xiao Hongyuan think too much.

Therefore, Xia Ao nodded happily after looking at it for a while.

"Thank you, Grandpa, with such expert guards, Gu can feel at ease."

Xiao Hongyuan smiled with satisfaction, and turned to look at Ji Ming.

Ji Ming looked serious, and formally bowed to Xia Ao after landing on one knee.

"Subordinate Ji Ming, pay homage to Your Highness! I will serve His Highness to the death!"

"it is good!"

Xia Ao clapped his palms and laughed, and at this moment, Rong Luo came in a hurry.

"Your Highness, there are people coming from the palace."

Xiao Hongyuan narrowed his eyes slightly, then stood up with a smile.

"It should be His Majesty who sent someone to visit. Well, I won't stay with Grandpa any longer."

After walking a few steps, Xiao Hongyuan turned his head again, with a strange expression on his face.

"By the way, you have to have a degree in everything, don't you really let yourself be hollowed out..."

The corner of Xia Ao's mouth twitched, and he cupped his hands and smiled.

"Grandpa, don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

After Xiao Hongyuan left, Xia Ao looked at Rongluo.

"Invite people over here."

"Yes!"

……

Not long after, a white-faced, beardless, smiling servant arrived surrounded by four guards.

"Slave Liu Feng, pay homage to His Highness the Sixth Prince~"

"Eunuch Liu, don't be too polite, cough cough..."

Xia Ao greeted with a cough, looking a little tired.

Liu Feng's eyes flickered slightly, and he took two steps forward and said nervously: "What's wrong, Your Highness? But were you injured in the attack last night?"

"That's not it."

Xia Ao shook his head and smiled awkwardly.

"However, I was somewhat frightened, and I haven't recovered yet, which made Eunuch Liu laugh."

Liu Feng let out a long breath, and said happily: "It's fine if there's nothing to do, and it's fine if there's nothing to do. Your Highness doesn't know. After hearing that you were attacked last night, His Majesty was shocked and angry, but he didn't close his eyes all night."

Xia Ao smiled apologetically and cupped his fists in the direction of the palace.

"It's my son's fault, I let my father take care of me."

"Your Highness, don't blame yourself. Your Majesty is relieved to know that you have returned to the mansion safely."

Liu Feng laughed along with him, and then his expression changed.

"Regarding the assassination of Your Highness, Your Majesty Long Yan was furious. He has ordered the Dali Temple and the Clan Mansion to thoroughly investigate the matter, and will definitely give you an explanation!"

"The maidservant came here today mainly to visit you on behalf of His Majesty..."

As he spoke, Liu Fengchao shook his whisk to a guard behind him, signaling the latter to put down the things he was carrying.

"These are the best healing medicines and treasures to replenish qi and blood. I hope they can help His Highness recover as soon as possible."

Xia Ao nodded, and said with a smile: "I've made my father bother, and please ask Eunuch Liu to thank my father on my behalf."

"Yes, the servant understands."

Liu Feng bowed his body and changed the subject.

"Don't hide it from His Majesty Sixth Highness, this servant came today and brought an oral order from His Majesty."

Xia Ao looked serious, got up quickly, straightened his robes, and lowered his head.

"My son listens to my father's will!"

"Your Majesty's oral order: The Sixth Prince Xia Ao of Xuan's participation in the grand court meeting on the second day of September must not be mistaken! I respect you~"

Xia Ao was taken aback for a moment, and after receiving the order respectfully, he looked at Liu Feng in confusion.

In Daxia, the prince cannot participate in the court council before he is crowned king.

But now the old emperor actually hand-picked his name and asked him to participate. Why?
Is it because of the assassination?

"Eunuch Liu, do you know why Emperor Xuangu participated in the court meeting?"

Liu Feng hesitated for a while, then stepped forward suddenly, approached Xia Ao and whispered in his ear.

"To tell you the truth, His Majesty the Sixth Highness, in fact, at tomorrow's court meeting, His Majesty not only specially announced you, but also announced the participation of King Anlie who is out of town."

Xia Ao frowned, his expression even more surprised.

Because this King Anlie is the fourth prince Xia Jue, unlike the third and fifth princes who have been moving around in the imperial capital, this fourth prince has basically been performing duties in other places since he became queen. He is low-key and idle, and has no intention of forming parties for personal gain. the meaning of.

Even, the monthly big court meeting never participated.

Why did the old emperor announce him back?

What is so special about this grand court meeting?

(End of this chapter)