The prince is very fierce

In the yamen's meeting hall, there was no longer the busy scene just now.

The big fish directly took away all the bait. Song Ying, a fisherman, was naturally not happy. She sat on the Taishi chair with a gloomy face to hide her helplessness in the current predicament.

Zhang Boyan also looked downcast while holding the teacup, but he was obviously happy in his heart. As long as Xu Buling took the person away, the matter had nothing to do with him; even if there was an imperial decree coming, he wouldn't be able to do it before it arrived. Mobilizing manpower, anyway, if the errand is done wrong afterwards, it is also the problem of the Investigation Department. It is better to offend Song Ying than to be chopped down by Prince Su for being so attentive.

Situ Yuejin held the nine-ring knife and sat next to Song Ying. As a tycoon of his generation and close to the imperial court, he naturally understood Song Ying's difficulties. This is the case in the court. Imperial power is supreme, followed by royal power. The python robes worn by the princes and kings only have one toe less than the dragon robes. There is no need to listen to anyone except the emperor. If there is no such privilege, why would everyone want to be granted a title? The king was granted the title of Marquis.

Situ Yuejin just came to help Song Ying with some things. Xu Buling left in a big way. He seemed to have no need to stay anymore, so he immediately said:

"Master Song, Prince Su has left, do you have any plans?"

Song Ying tapped her fingers on the armrest of the chair and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Situ, just wait a little longer. The Holy Emperor's imperial order will arrive in Youzhou soon. At that time, Gong Situ will be needed to help him. Afterwards, the court will definitely remember the Situ family's favor and give him a favor." Good reward."

Situ Yuejin nodded and did not comment on these words. The imperial court asked Jianghu people to help with things. There may not be any practical benefits if you help, but there will definitely be disaster if you don't help. The Lu and Zhu families are the most obvious examples. No matter how transcendent the Situ family's status in the world is, they can't escape the world. With a big basket, what can I do besides obeying orders?

Song Ying was silent for a moment, then looked at Zhang Boyan, trying to keep up the pressure, asking Zhang Boyan to mobilize Youzhou's army and police officers to stop Xu Buling. After all, he only brought a dozen wolf guards with him. Xu Bu Ling's actions may be restricted.

It's just that Zhang Boyanguan has become an official in this position. When he saw Song Ying looking up, he sighed:

"Sir Song, I understand your difficulties, but without the emperor's imperial order and the military talismans of the Western Liaoning Protectorate, it is impossible to mobilize the troops and horses. If something goes wrong at the border, not just one or two people's heads will be lost. The entire Youzhou officialdom has to be implicated, Mr. Song, you also understand that I am not..."

Song Ying patted the armrest of the chair, but couldn't say anything. He couldn't put a knife on Zhang Boyan's neck like Xu Buling and forcefully mobilize his troops. In that case, even if he had merit in catching Xu Buling, he would have to settle the score afterwards. Dismantle the Detective Division.

After a few chats, the wolf guard who was following him came in to report the news, and Xu Bu Ling lost his trace after his spy was pulled.

When Song Ying heard this, her face became slightly angry: "There is indeed something fishy about Xu Buling. If he had no problem, how could he get rid of the spy in such a hurry? Mr. Zhang, if you delay any longer, if Xu Buling escapes from Youzhou..."

Zhang Boyan shook his head: "Mr. Song, what you said is wrong. You sent people to stare at people for no reason. They must get rid of them. Otherwise, what is the difference from being detained in Youzhou? Besides, Prince Su The fiefdom is in Suzhou, so I will definitely leave. Can I still live in Youzhou permanently? "

"you……"

Song Ying finally understood that Zhang Boyan would not be able to mobilize manpower unless he saw the imperial edict.

A few people just stared at each other and waited from morning until noon. Fortunately, they drove eight hundred miles day and night and didn't keep Song Ying waiting for too long.

At noon, horses hooves hurriedly arrived outside the Yamen. The messenger, carrying the cylinder on his back, flew down before stopping his horse, rushed into the Yamen and shouted:

"Urgent report—urgent report—"

Song Ying stood up when she heard the sound, rushed to the outside of the yamen to take the cylinder, opened the cylinder and took out a few secret letters, glanced at it and ran back to the meeting hall, throwing one of them into Zhang Boyan's arms:

"Transfer people quickly, and delay for another half-quarter of an hour to resist the order and be punished."

At this time, Zhang Boyan naturally did not dare to work hard anymore. He quickly stood up and unfolded the letter. After scanning it, his face was shocked:

"Sealing the entire territory of Youzhou? What...what happened?"

Song Ying had the emperor's imperial order and had completely lost her patience. She unsheathed the Yanling sword at her waist and said coldly:

"Come here, take off Zhang Boyan's official robe..."

"Hey! Mr. Song, I'm going now. Someone is here! Inform the Youzhou garrison and all the troops to disperse into Youzhou and block all official docks. From now on, entry and exit are strictly prohibited. Violators will be killed on the spot regardless of their status!"

"promise!"

Officials at all levels, who had been prepared long ago, hurried out and delivered the order to the entire Youzhou... 33

At almost the same moment, Jizhou, Qingzhou, Qingzhou Navy, and Liaoxi Protectorate also received the same order. The northeastern part of Dayue, which had been dormant for many years, entered a state of wartime martial law almost instantly...

----

Outside Fanyang County, on a low mountain four or five miles away from the county town, the flying snow in winter falls in the vast white mountain forest. The mountain road is rugged. Countryside women and children are walking slowly carrying incense baskets to go to Yuxing on the top of the mountain to view the Shangzhu. Incense, praying for good weather in the coming year, unaware of the huge changes that are about to spread to the entire world.

Yuxing Temple is just a small Taoist temple. The two nearby courtyards are not much bigger than Changqing Temple. There is only one old Taoist priest guarding here day after day. At this time, in the wing room at the back of the Taoist temple for pilgrims to stay temporarily, Chen Daozi, who was wrapped in bandages, sat cross-legged on a futon facing the empty mountains, closing his eyes and nursing his injury.

In the fierce battle on Bodhi Island, all the people on the side of the King of Chu were killed. Chen Daozi could not compete with Li Hansheng who was determined to die, so he could only abandon his sword and escape into the sea. Even so, he was hit by three palms from Li Hansheng. Li Hansheng cultivated both internally and externally, and these three palms were more fierce than those of Xu Buling. Until now, his face was still red and blue, and he was obviously injured internally.

Chen Daozi did not feel ashamed of retreating from Bodhi Island. He was not a soldier of the King of Chu, but just helped the King of Chu. Seeing that the situation was hopeless, he could not risk his life. However, Ding Yuan and Chen Chong must have died on the island. Wudang Mountain was also under the King of Chu's nose. If he needed the King of Chu's protection, he must give the King of Chu an explanation.

After leaving Leting County, Chen Daozi sent a secret letter to the King of Chu, explaining that the jade seal had been obtained by Li Hansheng, and then waited here to see if the King of Chu had any other instructions. If not, he could go home. Li Hansheng got the jade seal and probably left Youzhou long ago. Even if the King of Chu had great ability, he couldn't get it back. This was just a polite remark.

However, what Chen Daozi didn't expect was that after waiting in the Taoist temple for only a few days, the envoy of the King of Chu came.

In the winter, heavy snow fell. In the mountains and fields under Yuxing Road, a figure in a Taoist robe came from the rugged mountain wall at a very fast speed. He was like a wild goose stepping on the snow without leaving any trace. In just a few breaths, he arrived at the place where Chen Daozi was resting.

The person who came was obviously also a Taoist priest, but unlike the black Taoist robe of Quanzhen Sect, the Taoist robe on his body was purple, embroidered with the Eight Diagrams, and more gorgeous. It was the dress of the Tianshi Mansion of Longhu Mountain.

Chen Daozi opened his eyes, glanced at it, and frowned slightly:

"Zhang Buzheng, you seem to be late."

Longhu Mountain Zhang Buzheng and Wudang Mountain Chen Daozi were collectively called the "Taoism Twins" in the world, and they naturally knew each other. The current three champions of swordsmanship are from the Dao Sect, and both have been famous in the martial arts world for many years. Chen Daozi has many achievements in killing and fighting, while Zhang Buzheng is outstanding in light skills and has strong comprehensive abilities, but he rarely goes down from Longhu Mountain, so his reputation is less than that of Chen Daozi.

The current eight champions of martial arts in the world are Chen Daozi, Chen Chong, Situ Yuejin, Xu Buling, Zhang Buzheng, Zhu Liu, Tang Jiao, and Yan Huilin. Except for Yan Huilin of Northern Qi, the rest of the people are basically almost done, and Zhang Buzheng is really late when he comes here at this time.

Zhang Buzheng stopped beside the cliff, his black beard swaying in the wind, his eyes slightly helpless:

"I don't want to wade into this muddy water, but I can't avoid it. The King of Chu asked me to come and accompany you for another trip."

Chen Daozi knew that the King of Chu had connections with the heroes of the underworld, so it was not surprising that he could ask Zhang Buzheng to come out of seclusion, but the jade seal had been lost, and it was not easy to chase Li Hansheng. Even if they could catch up, facing Zhu Liu and Li Hansheng joining forces, the two Taoists had no chance of winning.

Chen Daozi thought for a moment and asked:

"Where are you going?"

Zhang Buzheng sat down in front of Chen Daozi, took out the envelope from his arms, and handed it to Chen Daozi:

"Look for yourself."

Chen Daozi took the envelope, opened it, scanned it carefully, and his face slightly condensed:

"Really kill?"

Zhang Buzheng nodded: "The court blocked Youzhou, Qingzhou, and Jizhou, and nearly a thousand wolf guards from the Detective Department came out in full force. It is obvious that they think the jade seal is in Xu Buling's hands and want to capture Xu Buling. If Xu Buling dies at this time, the court cannot get rid of the relationship. The King of Su will definitely march to Guanzhong Road. When the court is isolated and helpless, the King of Chu can take advantage of the situation to enter Chang'an to defend the king. Song Ji's luck has run out, the King of Wu is ready to go, and the King of Chu has nothing in his hand. Jade seal, this is the only way to inherit the throne. "

Chen Daozi frowned when he heard this: "If this fails..."

"It's best not to cause trouble. The King of Chu has already made enemies with the King of Su and the King of Wu by snatching the jade seal. If you wait for the King of Wu to rise up and prove Xu Buling's "innocence", the King of Su will definitely not let the King of Chu enter Chang'an.

The King of Chu has the greatest power and is located in the center of Dayue. If he can't become the emperor, he will inevitably become the target of public criticism. At that time, he will either be a pawn for the four kings of Wu, Wei, Yu, and Yue, or a pawn for Guanzhong Dao and the two kings of Su and Shu, and he will definitely be the first to die.

If the King of Chu is gone, both the King of Wu and the King of Su will ask you to change a group of Taoist priests in Wudang Mountain. "

Chen Daozi was silent for a while and nodded slightly...