Competing

Chapter 76 Hot Potatoes
The fire in Lingyin's mansion was raging, and the soldiers fighting the fire carried buckets and wooden basins back and forth, but they still couldn't suppress the fire that filled the sky.

Under the light of the fire, many dignitaries and dignitaries stood in a safe open space, all with disheveled faces and extremely depressed expressions.He came to Song Lingyin's mansion for a banquet, but he was almost killed when he was attacked by a killer, and he was in extreme embarrassment.But compared to those officials who died, it is definitely lucky to be able to escape from the fire.

Song Yi stood aside, livid, furious to the extreme.Dozens of guards guarded the surrounding area with shields.Ping Wu put his hands on the hilt of his sword, stood close to his body, and looked around with all his attention, lest something might go wrong again.It was really thanks to him that Song Yi was assassinated tonight. He beheaded two killers and rescued his master.

A guard came over to report: "My lord, it has been found out that a total of five courtiers were unfortunately killed, seven were injured, and the guards in the house suffered 37 casualties."

Song Yi's face was darker than ink, and his angry body couldn't help shaking.On a happy day, King Huai ascended the throne, and he was alone under ten thousand people, sweeping away the decadence of the previous days, and felt elated.For this reason, he held a banquet at the mansion tonight and invited a group of officials, in order to show off his power and show his status and honor.

But never arrived, such a thing happened at the banquet, and his guards injured 37 people.And the casualties of the courtiers who came to visit were caused by Song Yi. Isn't this a slap in the face?Although those courtiers didn't say anything, how much resentment might they have in their hearts?Tonight, it really is a heavy loss, it's a big loss of face.

Song Yi said angrily: "Have you figured out the identity of the assassin?"

The guard hesitated for a moment, and said in a trembling voice: "My lord, some assassins have escaped. The rest were not killed by the guards, and the rest died by taking poison. They all had poison sacs in their teeth, they are dead men!"

"Hmph!" Song Yi snorted coldly, his chest heaving violently.

At this moment, Xiang Liang, Xiang Yu, and Ying Bu hurried over.Although he did not deal with Song Yi, but after all, he was a vassal in the same dynasty, so there was still necessary care and visitation.What's more, as an important minister of Chu State, Xiang Liang has the responsibility and obligation to arrive at the scene when such a big incident happened in Xuyi.Another point is the possible problems behind the incident. After Fan Zeng heard the news, he immediately sniffed out something unusual.At this time, if someone takes advantage of the problem, it will be a big trouble to make a fuss, so Xiang Liang must show up as soon as possible to understand the situation and make necessary preparations.

"Is Song Lingyin okay? You are shocked!" Dangyang Lord Yingbu spoke first.If Xiang Liang asked the enemy, it might backfire.The guard who reported immediately took advantage of the situation and retreated, as if he had been pardoned.

Although Song Yi was unhappy, Yingbo had to give face, and said lightly, "I'm fine, but there are more than 40 casualties in the family. If I find out who did it, I will definitely tear her into pieces." Song Yi The words were full of resentment. Although it was a hypothetical sentence, it seemed to be addressed to someone.

Xiang Lianghun didn't care, and said in a deep voice: "Songling Yin is safe, the most urgent thing is to treat the wounded and put out the fire. Later, we should investigate this matter strictly and punish the perpetrators."

Song Yi looked at Xiang Liang with a sneer and said, "I won't bother Mr. Wu Xin about this matter. I will definitely investigate and find out the truth. I will definitely find out the culprit behind the scenes and let him die." This guy was already suspicious of Xiang Liang, Fortunately, the basic self-restraint and restraint have been maintained.

Xiang Liang said indifferently: "It should be so!"

The imperial guard Qu Ming came in a hurry. King Huai of Chu got the news and sent someone to come immediately knowing something was wrong.On the one hand, it is to visit Song Yi's situation, and on the other hand, it is to appease Song Yi and avoid unnecessary conflicts.

Qu Ming said with a smile: "It's good that Song Lingyin is fine, the king is very concerned when he hears the news, and sent the young general to visit."

Song Yi turned towards the palace, cupped his hands respectfully, and said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty, I'm fine." Then he asked Qu Ming, "Is the king's safety safe if the city of Xuyi is mixed up at this moment tonight?"

Qu Ming said: "Don't worry, Mr. Xiong is in charge in person, so don't worry. But if you find out your identity at this moment, what's going on, the young general can report to the king after he returns."

well!Song Yi sighed: "Tonight, I and my colleagues are drinking and having a feast. Suddenly, a large number of assassins sneaked into the mansion to assassinate. They also set fire to the house. The assassins were well-trained, and the guards tried their best to protect them. There were 37 casualties. Unfortunately, there were still a few colleagues. They were not spared, alas! The assassins were all dead men, some escaped, and the rest all committed suicide by taking poison."

Long Qi who followed said: "An assassin escaped, he should still be in the city, and the whole city should be searched." Don't you doubt us?Then search it!We have a clear conscience.

Qu Ming looked at Xiang Yu in astonishment, and instantly understood. He remembered King Huai's instructions, and said, "It should be so, but the search of the whole city will inevitably cause panic, fear and anxiety. The king has just ascended the throne, and he needs the stable support of the people. yes."

The meaning in the words was obvious, King Huai of Chu didn't want Song Yi to delve into it, even if he suspected Xiang Liang's actions, he couldn't fall out at this time.

Song Yi was a little helpless. After all, Xiong Xin was the king, and he even offered the righteousness of the country's stability. Can you not listen?He said angrily: "That's right, if an assassin can sneak into Xuyi to carry out an assassination, most likely someone will respond to him. At this time, I'm afraid that he has already got help from others, so he escaped from the city, and the search is useless, instead it disturbs the people." In the words Still pointing at Sang and scolding Huai, Qu Ming secretly shook his head, it seemed that King Huai was right to be worried.Immediately, I thought that Da Chu Xingfu had just had hope, and the two important ministers of the Zhu Kingdom were so at odds, alas!

With the efforts of many soldiers, the fire was finally brought under control and gradually extinguished, which is somewhat gratifying.Just as everyone breathed a sigh of relief, the unfortunate news came again. Chen Ping came quickly and hurriedly said: "The big thing is not right. Shaoxing Marquis was assassinated on the long street and was seriously injured. His life and death are uncertain."

"Ah?" Everyone exclaimed, and Song Yi showed surprise in his eyes.

Yingbo and Yin Xu had the deepest relationship, and hurriedly asked: "Donglai was assassinated? How is it? Is it serious?" Uncle Xiang Liang and Qu Ming also hurriedly asked, and they were particularly concerned about Yin Xu's situation.

Chen Ping breathed a sigh of relief and said: "I don't know yet. The pawn who reported the news was very frightened, saying that General Yin was chased and killed by many assassins on the way back to the mansion. If Pu Jun hadn't rescued him in time, he might have died on the spot. When the soldier was sent back to the mansion, his body was covered in blood, and he didn't know..."

"Ah? Let's go and have a look!" The Xiang family obviously cared more about Yin Xu.Qu Ming wanted to follow along to have a look, but thought that two important ministers would be assassinated at the same time.Especially when Yin Xu was injured, the matter became more complicated and confusing. This matter needs to be reported to King Huai as soon as possible, so he went back to the palace first.

When announcing Xiang Liang's visit, Gao Yizheng talked to Yin Xu: "It is entirely possible for Song Yi to make use of the topic."

Yin Xu said: "It's just that he doesn't have evidence, so it's not okay to bite people randomly, not to mention King Huai won't allow him to do that."

"My lord is wrong, there is one in the firewood room." Gao Yi shook his head: "If Song Yi knew, he would definitely ask for someone from your lord. The people of Qin did this with ulterior motives. If the assassin falls into Song Yi's hands, he might be killed." Get some unfavorable testimony."

Yin Xu sighed: "It seems that it is impossible to keep him! Just kill him, I am afraid that people will say that he is trying to cover up, and this guy will become a hot potato."

Gao Yi said with a smile: "Actually, you don't have to make things difficult. Although it is a hot potato, some people can't ask for it."

Yin Xu hesitated for a moment, then understood a little, and pondered: "You mean...?"

Gao Yi nodded: "Young master write a memorial, and then send him to the palace!"

Yin Xu smiled lightly, nodded and said: "A wonderful plan, I will trouble you to write it, and then let Pu Jun send it directly to the palace, and no one can interfere."

When Gao Yi went out, Xiang Liang and his party happened to step into the backyard!

(End of this chapter)