Jiuxi

Chapter 407 Chapter 405 [The long night is hard to see]

At night, the West Garden of the Hou Mansion.

"...The Cloud Stopping Gun Jiang Yangsheng is a senior I respect very much. He has always been upright and upright, which is completely different from Yin Qianjue. The result of the discussion between me and Senior Jiang should actually be considered a tie, because he did not go all out, and I did not have any reservations. . Even so, Senior Jiang still admitted defeat very freely, and also said that he owed two favors to our Lin family, and he would never refuse if there was anything he could do to contribute in the future."

In the warm candlelight, Lin Xi, who had put on a light green dress, looked at Lu Chen, who was listening carefully, and softly told her experiences after the separation.

In fact, before the discussion with Jiang Yangsheng, Lin Xi had already walked more than half of the green forest in Beidi.

The mask of Bodhisattva Man was put on again, and the name began to spread again. Not only did she defeat two masters in the martial arts list one after another, but she also brought three medium-sized green forest gangs under the command of the Seven Star Gang.

Just as she said in Ruyin City, she would gradually make this world have only one voice, and eventually become a powerful help to Lu Chen.

Lu Chen held her right hand, and Lin Xi subconsciously wanted to withdraw it, but when she felt Lu Chen exerting force, she gave up the plan.

Lu Chen was a little curious at first, but then he discovered the truth. It turned out that Lin Xi's palms not only had new calluses, but the skin was also rougher than before. It was obviously because she had not stopped at all during this period, traveling all over the country and chasing mountains and seas just for that promise. .

After thinking clearly about the reason, Lu Chen looked into her eyes and said seriously: "Senior sister, don't work too hard."

As soon as she said this, a look of shame appeared on her face.

Of all the things he encountered on Qingfeng Street during the day, only the sudden appearance of Lin Xi made Lu Chen extremely surprised. At this moment, he understood the whole story.

Lin Xi really didn't understand the operation of the court and the intrigues between the big shots, but all her thoughts were on Lu Chen, so she could naturally tell that his mood was different from usual.

Lin Xi paused for a moment and then asked a question that made Lu Chen unexpected: "Why don't you go into the palace to meet the emperor?"

As a man of two generations, Lu Chen naturally knew how to hide his thoughts. Even Xue Nanting and Qin Zheng couldn't figure out his thoughts, but Lin Xi could spot something wrong with extreme sensitivity.

Naturally, Lu Chen would not blame Lin Xi for this incident. If he were to blame, he could only blame himself for not being strong enough. Otherwise, how could those insects in the darkness dare to commit murder?
Seeing the self-blame in Lu Chen's eyes, Lin Xi changed the subject again and said, "Junior brother, the situation in Beijing has actually intensified to this point?"

Lin Xi said carefully: "Junior brother, if something happens to a very important brother of the Seven Star Gang, as long as he is in the village, my father will see him immediately, and he will not refuse. You have done so many things for the emperor, This assassination is also inseparable from him. It is right for him to summon you and comfort you with gentle words. Mr. Qin from the Sutra Weaving Department should also mean the same thing, but you refused to enter the palace without hesitation."

Lin Xi smiled sweetly, her eyes became brighter, and she changed the topic and said, "Senior Jiang lives on the outskirts of Wu'an City on Moyang Road in Beiyan, and Yin Qianjue is not far to the south, so I want to take advantage of the opportunity to challenge this Leng Jian. Unexpectedly, his residence was already empty. After wandering around Jiangbei for a while, Uncle Tao said he would take a look at Yin Qianjue's residence again. Unexpectedly, he bumped into Yin Qianjue's only trusted old servant. At first, I just wanted to ask him. Regarding Yin Qianjue's whereabouts, Uncle Tao could tell at a glance that the old servant was uneasy."

"It's not hard."

At this moment, she was extremely determined. Next, she must stop her travels and stay in the capital, otherwise she would really feel uneasy.

"But……"

He had absolute trust in Lin Xi, but there were some things that were heavy, which he habitually kept in his heart.

Lu Chen looked into her clear and affectionate eyes, held her hand tightly and said, "Fortunately, senior sister arrived in time."

Whether it was a desperate act or a bold move, it all showed that Lu Chen was in a very unsafe situation.

Lu Chen said gently: "Sister, don't worry too much. The situation is indeed not easy, but I will not give them a similar opportunity in the future."

Even though Lin Xi was not familiar with the rules of officialdom, he still knew how crazy it was to assassinate a powerful prince who was highly valued by the emperor on the street.

Lin Xi shook his head and said: "Your soldiers are really brave. Even if I didn't arrive at that time, as long as the carriage approaches the enemy, your martial arts will naturally be able to deal with those assassins. You will not be in danger whether I am here or not." . However, if I could have come earlier, maybe those six brothers would still be alive."

Lu Chen was stunned.

Lin Xi continued: "Uncle Tao used some small means that did not hurt his life. I learned from the old servant that Yin Qianjue went to Jiangnan to kill people. I felt extremely uneasy, so I asked Uncle Tao to stay in Jiangbei and came to Yongjia City alone. .”

Normally, Lu Chen completed an extremely tacit cooperation with the emperor in front of the Privy Council Gate, forcing Guo Congyi to bow his head with force, so that the court could legitimately investigate the Beijing army. This was undoubtedly the result of the reorganization of Nanya. A huge gain, the emperor must have a lot to tell Lu Chen, but he rejected Qin Zheng's euphemistic hint.

Perhaps from the emperor's point of view, Lu Chen was assassinated and lost six soldiers who had been with him day and night. He was emotionally agitated and found it difficult to control himself. It was understandable that he did not want to enter the palace.

But Lin Xi knew that his junior brother was hiding something serious, even though he was holding his hand at the moment, he was as gentle and close as usual. Thinking of this, she asked softly: "Junior brother, is there something wrong?"

After a moment of silence, Lu Chen said calmly: "Because I'm not sure whether the assassination on Qingfeng Street has anything to do with the man in the palace."

Lin Xi was shocked.

She didn't understand how this matter could be related to the emperor. Who in the capital didn't know that the emperor now needed Lu Chen to come forward and challenge the Jiangnan clan. How could he be so stupid as to dig up his own foundation?
If the emperor was really so stupid, how could Lu Chen do so many things for him?
"Senior sister, don't be nervous. I'm not saying that His Majesty planned this assassination."

Lu Chen gently stroked her palm and said in a slow tone: "Your Majesty is not a fool. Not to mention that I get along with him quite harmoniously. Even if he really wants to kill me, it won't be now. But he just needs to relax a little." , the mastermind behind the scenes can muster up the courage to carry out the assassination. When the assassination occurs, he only needs to let the masters of the Warp Weaving Department show up later, and make sure that nothing happens to me, and make the matter so big that no one dares to persuade me. to the point where he can achieve the effect he wants.”

"What effect?"

"Using my assassination as an opportunity to suppress all forces in North Korea and China from moving, thus promoting his various restructuring measures."

"He really dares to do this?"

"Before the assassination happened, Your Majesty definitely didn't want anything to happen to me, but after the assassination happened, a good king would not be blinded by anger. It may not be possible to determine in a short time how far-reaching the impact this incident will have, but it can be If you just try to get the most benefits from it, it will not be difficult for Your Majesty."

Lin Xi's delicate brows gradually frowned.

Lu Chen continued: "The slightest difference can make a huge difference in the outcome. In your Majesty's opinion, I am still alive and well, but only a few soldiers died. After all, it is not a big deal."

"Just a few soldiers..."

Lin Xi repeated these words, his tone gradually becoming colder.

She is still the Bodhisattva who travels around the world doing chivalry and righteousness. It is difficult for her to accept that superiors wantonly treat all living beings as pawns and use countless living lives to manipulate conspiracies.

"The reason why I have such suspicion is not only because the people from the Warp Weaving Department showed up a little late, but more importantly, His Majesty's behavior in this matter did not match my impression of him. He stood up alone. The Qi court has gradually taken back power over the past fourteen years, which shows that its control over the capital is increasing day by day, and his reaction should not be so slow this time."

At the end of the sentence, a smile appeared on his face, and he said slowly: "Of course, this is just my guess. Maybe most of the capable forces of the Weaving Department have left the capital. The focus of Qin Zheng's defense must be the palace, Your Majesty. You can’t just call the imperial army to rescue me.”

Looking at the smile on Lu Chen's face, Lin Xi couldn't smile. There was only worry and pity in her eyes. She held Lu Chen's hand and said, "That's why you don't want to go to the palace to see him, at least not for the time being."

"Perhaps I am too paranoid and insist on thinking of His Majesty as a perfect person. In fact, even if he really intends to delay, it is just a normal method for big shots to take advantage of the situation and seek to maximize their interests."

Lu Chen smiled and told Lin Xi not to worry, and said: "No one is perfect, and there is no perfect person. Just because His Majesty values ​​me very much, you cannot think that he will treat me as his own son. This is a lack of self-awareness. What's more, There is a saying that there is no father or son in the Heavenly Family. Even his biological son must sometimes understand what the overall situation of the world is."

Although he said these words with a smile, Lin Xi could hear a hint of loneliness, so he stood up and walked to Lu Chen, hugging him into his arms.

Lu Chen felt the warm embrace of the beautiful woman, and the fresh fragrance poured into the tip of his nose. He couldn't help but slowly relax and rest his head on her.

He closed his eyes slightly and whispered: "Senior sister."

"I'm here."

"I hope that one day in the future, my life and death will no longer be in the hands of others. I don't want to be a knife in other people's hands all my life, watching people around me die for me, but I have to restrain my anger and put on a mask to accompany those people."

After knowing him for so long, Lin Xi had never seen him look so sad and angry.

Tomorrow he will still be the decisive and powerful prince, but at this special moment tonight, he takes off his guard in front of Lin Xi and reveals his truest side.

Of course Lin Xi understood what kind of trust this was, but at the same time he also felt the loneliness in Lu Chen's heart, the loneliness of walking alone with a heavy burden on his back.

So she hugged him tightly, leaned over and kissed him gently on the forehead, then opened her lips slightly and said in a gentle and firm voice: "I believe you can do it. No matter how many difficulties and obstacles there are ahead, I will always be by your side." .”

She paused and said with great seriousness: "Even if the night is long, the day will eventually dawn."

(End of this chapter)