Chapter 9: The Conspiracy of Ashenvale (1)
The parliaments of the two kings are of great importance.
Following behind were the armies of the two countries in case a war broke out at any time...
The place where Zhao State camped south of Ashenvale.
——Main Camp——
A general who looked like he had experienced many battles said in front of Zhao Ziheng: "Your Majesty, the day of the parliament will be in two days. I have made all the arrangements. If there is any accident, we can go to battle at any time!"
Zhao Ziheng said with a worried look on his face: "Thank you for your hard work, uncle, but I have no intention of starting a war between the two countries before I figure out the truth of the matter!"
The person Zhao Ziheng called his uncle was Zhao Shu, the number one general of the State of Zhao. He had fought abroad for many years and was an experienced general on the battlefield!
Zhao Shu said with concern: "I know that the emperor has been very busy with state affairs since he ascended the throne, and now he is also working hard for the queen's affairs. Seeing that the emperor is exhausted, I am unable to help. I am really incompetent-"
Since Zhao Ziheng ascended the throne, he has been dealing with the late emperor's funeral, stabilizing the people's hearts, and handling relations with various countries. He has been exhausted physically and mentally, but he has been enduring. Wei'er's matter is the most important thing at the moment, after all, it involves the relationship between the two countries...
Zhao Ziheng pinched the space between his eyes to alert himself and said: "I'm fine, but I won't be able to sleep or eat until Wei'er's matter is cleared up, but -"
"What?"
Zhao Ziheng suddenly seemed to be sober and said, "Uncle, don't you think there's something fishy about Wei'er's incident?"
"What do you mean by that?"
Zhao Ziheng analyzed seriously: "Since the prisoner was kidnapped, I have traced it afterwards. The prisoner Qing'er was rescued by the "Ye Dance Troupe" when they passed by Zhou State two years ago. At that time, the woman was seriously injured and unconscious, and even close to death. They worked hard to save her. After waking up, the woman lost her memory and became a member of the "Ye Dance Troupe". She wandered around and performed in various countries all day long. During this period, she did not show any signs of contacting the outside world, so no one knew when they would come to Zhao State. They were invited to perform at my wedding. If they wanted to kill Wei'er, why not before Wei'er entered the palace? Wouldn't there be many opportunities in that case? But she assassinated me in the heavily guarded palace on the day of my wedding. Doesn't my uncle think this is too strange?"
Zhao Shu thought carefully and said, "Your Majesty, what you said is not without reason, but the amnesia may be faked by her, and the serious injury may be an excuse to sneak into the "Ye Dance Troupe" to make preparations for future actions. The security of the [Bachelor's Mansion] is also not weak. I guess she is waiting for the right time to act? Although the palace is heavily guarded on the day of the emperor's wedding, the prince's palace on the wedding night is also heavily guarded, so it should be easy to act!"
"But I don't think that woman is a martial artist. How could she kill a trained guard without any strength?"
Zhao Ziheng's analysis is based on facts.
"this--"
"I always feel like there's something strange about this matter. It seems like we've overlooked something."
Zhao Ziheng's expression was very serious, and Zhao Shu didn't understand what Zhao Ziheng was talking about, so he could only remain speechless!
In the north, at the lake northwest of [Lanfeng Mountain], Zhou Yan's large ship has arrived. The guards on the ship are preparing to go ashore to work, and there are already people waiting on the shore...
"It is a rare honor for General Shan to come and greet me personally. I am really surprised——"
"I am here to welcome Prince Jing on the orders of the Emperor. The confrontation between the two armies could lead to a war at any time. Moreover, the enemy's target is Prince Jing. The Emperor sent me here for Prince Jing's safety!"
Shan Zhen led a hundred soldiers and had been waiting on the shore for a long time.
In more than two years, Shan Zhen has gone from being a naive commander of the imperial guards to a general of the border defense. His appearance, tempered by the years, looks more mature, but one can always feel a hint of sadness ?
Zhou Yan frowned and said disdainfully: "Could it be that I am afraid of the State of Zhao?"
Shan Zhen said expressionlessly: "That's not what I meant!"
The guards on the ship were ready to go to work, Zhou Yan walked up to the steps and followed them down and said: "Okay, I also want to reunite with my brother as soon as possible, let's go now!"
"yes!!"
Zhou Yan went ashore, and the soldiers quickly made way for him. A soldier came forward with a horse. Just as Zhou Yan was about to get on the horse...
“Yan!!”
A familiar voice made Zhou Yan and Shan Zhen look towards the boat at the same time.
Yin Yin was walking onto the deck holding a coat , followed by Zuo Yu and the maid!
When he saw Yin Yin, Shan Zhen opened his eyes wide, and said slowly with a look of disbelief: "Yin, Yin Yin——"
The sound was so quiet that few people heard it, but Zhou Yan heard it. He looked at Dan Zhen with dissatisfaction and then turned around to greet Yin Yin who was getting off the boat...
"What's wrong? Didn't I tell you to rest on the boat?"
Zhou Yan blamed, but his tone was very gentle!
Yinyin picked up the coat and said: "It's inevitably a little cold at night now. Yinyin is afraid that you will catch a cold accidentally, so I specially sent you clothes to keep you warm--"
Zhou Yan took the coat from Yin Yin's hand with a touched look on his face, and was even speechless!
Yin Yin smiled and said: "Remember to come back early!"
As soon as Yin Yin finished speaking, Zhou Yan pulled her closer, put one arm around Yin Yin's waist, held his coat with the other, and covered her lips with his, as if he was inhaling her fragrance. Everyone else was envious and used to it , but Shan Zhen seemed to be a little angry?
He thought to himself that his beloved Yin Yin was not dead, but why was she with Zhou Yan? Although he was very happy that Yin Yin was not dead, he could not help but feel very disappointed when he was with Zhou Yan...
