Chapter 59: Ambush Assassin (6)
If I don't succeed, I will die. This is Zhao Ziheng's conclusion about this test against Wu Yao, but he never thought that he would fail...
"General Wu is truly a very good general. The State of Zhao is truly blessed to have such a talent."
Zhao Ziheng remained silent to show his agreement with Wang Ye's evaluation. Being praised by both of them, can Wu Yao meet their expectations?
After the words fell, the two fell silent...
"Sorry, I'm late."
After a moment of silence, Wang Ye spoke first and apologized for his late arrival which resulted in Zhao Ziheng being injured. He first noticed the existence of the ambush from the captives, then the cold expressions of the guards, and the lights being extinguished in Zhao Ziheng's tent. He noticed all these immediately, but still did not provide timely support. For this, Wang Ye felt deeply sorry.
"Don't mind it, it was my own carelessness."
Being in the dark, facing four masters, Zhao Ziheng failed to give his all and remain vigilant from the beginning. He knew very well that it was because of his carelessness and it had nothing to do with others. Besides, he did not think he needed protection from others.
"Having said that, if you had noticed it earlier, you wouldn't have been hurt."
"It's just a minor injury."
Looking at the wound that has not yet stopped bleeding, is it really just a minor injury?
"Anyway, this was my oversight."
"It has nothing to do with you."
Wang Ye and Zhao Ziheng were involved in an argument. The incident, which could be a big or small matter, had different degrees of significance to both of them. Perhaps in Zhao Ziheng's eyes it was indeed a trivial matter, but Wang Ye, who regarded Zhao Ziheng as his master, clearly sensed the danger but failed to stop it in time. Although the assassin's skills were beyond his expectations, Wang Ye still felt somewhat guilty for not stopping it in time and causing Zhao Ziheng to be injured. This may be the value of measuring from different perspectives.
Soon after, Wu Yao brought clean water and change of clothes. After Wang Ye finished the treatment, Zhao Ziheng changed his bloodstained clothes. Wu Yao handled the aftermath in the tent. The guard committed suicide after being subdued. The mark of "Black Wolf" was found on the assassin and the guard. Zhao Ziheng and Wang Ye had guessed it long ago, so they did not waver. In the quiet night, there was a small commotion caused by the assassination of Zhao Ziheng. Fortunately, even though Zhao Ziheng suppressed it, only a few people knew about it, and it did not reach the ears of the captives.
"Report——"
When Zhao Ziheng, Wang Ye, Wu Yao and others were discussing the assassination, a soldier came to report something.
"What's up?"
"Your Majesty, General Zhao is about to arrive with his vanguard."
"Oh? So soon?"
We had just received information during the day that it would take at least two days, but we didn't expect them to arrive that same evening. The efficiency was truly amazing.
"You are worthy of being General Zhao."
Wang Ye and Zhao Ziyan knew each other to some extent, so they admired this very much. Wu Yao on the side looked excited, as if he was proud to have such a boss!
Soon after the words reached Zhao Ziheng's ears, the military camp began to stir. It was as if the assassination attempt on Zhao Ziheng had never happened. All attention was diverted to the swift Zhao Ziyin. Zhao Ziyin arrived at the military camp, dismounted, and came directly to see Zhao Ziheng under the guidance of the soldiers...
"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you!!"
"Get up quickly."
There is a difference between Zhao Ziyan and Wu Yao. Just based on his aura, Zhao Ziyan is superior to Wu Yao, and one can .
"You have worked hard on the journey. I thought you would arrive with the main force in two days."
"I am concerned about the safety of the Emperor who is in a dangerous place, so I am leading the vanguard troops here first."
"General Zhao is thoughtful. Please take a seat."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhao Ziheng said a word, and Zhao Ziyin accepted his kindness without hesitation. He walked to the side and sat down. The other six generals who followed Zhao Ziyin to the audience also sat down after Zhao Ziyin did. This was the most basic common sense. Even if Zhao Ziheng did not give direct orders, just by giving a seat to the commander-in-chief, they, as subordinates, would naturally understand his meaning.
After a while, after Zhao Ziyan reported the situation to Zhao Ziheng, he asked those who should leave to leave. Zhao Ziyan naturally stayed. Besides him, there were Wang Ye, Wu Yao, and a young man dressed as a civil servant?
"Now, can you tell me what happened, Your Majesty?"
After everyone who was supposed to leave had left, Zhao Ziyin spoke up. Everyone present had different opinions on his question, "What do you think it is, General Zhao?"
Wang Ye smiled and asked, "Do you want to test Zhao Ziyan?"
"Sir Wang, there is still a slight smell of blood in the tent. It was obviously left not long before I arrived. You are not going to tell me that nothing happened, are you?"
Maybe everyone present knew Zhao Ziyin's ability, so they were no longer shaken by his words. Wang Ye glanced at Zhao Ziheng, who did not make any statement. Even so, Wang Ye knew what he meant, so he told Zhao Ziyin the time of the assassination attempt that had just happened...
"Is it a sudden assassination? Is it because you know that I will arrive with my army soon?"
"This possibility cannot be ruled out, otherwise they wouldn't be so sudden, and it wouldn't be so easy for people to notice."
Zhao Ziyin expressed his opinion after learning about the situation. Wang Ye agreed with him. Zhao Ziyin replaced his father Zhao Shu and became the first general of Zhao State. His strength was far above Zhao Shu. Although he was young, he had rich experience in fighting and dealing with things on the battlefield. He was a general who had truly experienced many battles. His arrival would further consolidate the defense around Zhao Ziheng. Therefore, the enemy wanted to take action before he arrived...
