Deep ice

From this point of view, Yuan Jing must have sniffed out the tricks.

Just now he wrote a letter, but it was not addressed to Tian Chongguang, but he was dragged to be handed over to Lin Chang in Beijiang. After all, it is much more convenient for him to send a letter to Beijiang than himself.

Just as he was thinking, he suddenly heard footsteps outside. When he looked up, Shun Shun turned his face back.

He Yan frowned slightly, "Why are you back?"

Before he finished speaking, he saw Shun Shun coming in behind him, wearing a crimson robe and black yarn, and he had not changed out of his hastily court attire.

Only then did Shunshun open his mouth, "The slave met Master Tian on the way to Tian's residence, and it happened that Master Tian also wanted to come..."

Tian Chongguang looked gloomy, straight to the point, "The big thing is not good..."

He Yan turned around, "It's said in the room."

Tian Chongguang and He Yan entered the room, and before they could sit down, they explained Zhao Li's affairs in detail.

He Yan stood beside the table, expressionless, "I already knew this this morning."

Tian Chongguang was taken aback, "Could it be that Mr. Fu told you?"

He Yan shook his head, "I read Zhao Li's note to the emperor early in the morning."

Tian Chongguang sighed: "I wanted to ask you to help delay it for a while, I waited to prepare for the matter, but the situation changed suddenly, and there were some disturbances in Ningyue Pass, the emperor has already assigned Zhao Li to go south this morning. , with [-] capital divisions, and I accompanied the warlord, but this time the bamboo basket was empty."

He Yan's expression darkened, "The majestic Minister of the Ministry of War went south to supervise the army without a title, so...the emperor must be suspicious of you."

Tian Chongguang's eyes showed bitterness, "There is something wrong with the capital, and the emperor dispatched more for me a few days ago, the emperor will naturally doubt me. But there is no evidence, I am still lucky, who would have expected the emperor to appoint me to supervise the army, this time Although the capital is undefended, there are no hidden dangers, so who knows if I will be able to come back after I go.”

He Yan said: "Have you read the letter I gave you?"

Tian Chongguang shook his head, "Not yet."

He Yan said: "It's not for you, it's to delay you and send someone to Lin Chang."

Tian Chongguang took out a neatly folded page from his sleeve, carefully opened it, glanced at it a few times, and suddenly looked terrified, "Send troops?"

He Yan said: "The matter has come to this, how can we let others sharpen our swords? We should strike first."

Tian Chongguang hesitated: "... But this is too hasty..."

He Yan said coldly: "From what you see, how long do you want to delay?"

Then he said: "The capital has been empty for a long time, and the places where the first-rank officials are assigned. Isn't this change fast enough?"

Tian Chongguang pondered for a moment, "But Zhao Li also went south with him..."

He Yan snorted coldly, "By transferring you away, the emperor will have a lot of time to investigate your details, but I think you don't have to worry about whether you can come back, but rather worry about whether you can reach the southeast."

When Tian Chongguang heard the words, the hairs all over his body stood up, "What your lord said is very true."

He Yan said: "Since the capital is empty, there is no need for too many troops."

While speaking, he took the secret letter in Tian Chongguang's hand and tore it into pieces, "As long as [-] elite soldiers are enough to make things happen."

Tian Chongguang's face was sallow and he was silent.

He Yan glanced at him, "Why are you so afraid?"

Tian Chongguang wiped the sweat from his forehead, "I always feel that it is not appropriate."

He Yan said: "Time waits for no one. Fortunately, the emperor monopolized the government for a mere year. If it takes a long time, let alone you, I would not dare to hold a heavy army."

Tian Chongguang said again: "Even if Lin Chang deliberately concealed such a big matter as the mobilization of the northern cavalry, and the border towns suppressed it and refused to report it, the county magistrates and governors along the way will definitely notice it. When the time comes, a memorial will come, and hurry up , which is much faster than marching."

He Yan picked up his pen and laid out the paper, "I have reminded Lin Chang of this in the letter just now, and reminded Lin Chang to avoid the busy cities and choose wilderness roads to march. Isn't there Fu Xuechuan in the fortress?"

Tian Chongguang stood aside, took the ink grinder in Shun Shun's hand, slowly grinded the ink,

"Master Fu has many disciples, so he can handle this matter."

"I only hope that the northern border will be settled, and that Lin Chang will be able to draw these 3 people over," He Yan wrote another letter with lowered eyes, "this will not waste all my hard work in vain."

After finishing writing, he handed it to Tian Chongguang,

"Send it out as soon as possible."

Tian Chongguang put the letter away, and respectfully said: "Don't worry, I will deliver it before departure, but after I leave, I hope you will take care of yourself."

He Yanmo said: "Just make arrangements for Fei Qing before you leave."

Tian Chongguang said: "Don't worry, I will find a time to find Zhao Yi and make a deal. Although the emperor is suspicious of me, Zhao Yi is a member of the official department and has nothing to do with me. He will arrange it. I don't think so." It will attract the emperor's attention."

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Imperial city drizzle.

This time Dali Temple Minister Yang Lianke brought an umbrella, left the rain gear outside, straightened his robe, and called the eunuch at the door to come in.

After bowing respectfully, Yang Lianjing waited for the order.

Yuan Jing was staring at the memorial on the dragon case in a daze,

"Get up."

Yang Lian got up slowly and thanked him in a deep voice.

Yuan Jing kept silent, raised his hand and handed one of the booklets to Xi Lian.

Xi Lian stepped forward knowingly, took it carefully, and handed the folder to Yang Lian.

Yang Lian took the notebook with both hands, opened it and saw that it was Zhao Li's memorial.

The small characters there are shocking and sharp.

Yuan Jing's voice was indifferent, "I will leave this matter to you for a thorough investigation."

Yang Lian raised his face slightly, "Your Majesty, forgive me for your boldness."

Yuan Jing looked tired, "Speak."

"Didn't your majesty send Mr. Tian and the capital to the south this morning? If so, how will I verify it?"

The cold light in the phoenix's eyes was filled with hostility,

"Tian Chongguang is a high-ranking official, so there is no reason to take such a big risk. What I asked you to investigate is not how many soldiers have been replaced here, but where the replaced soldiers have gone. In this way, by following the vine, you can know what is behind the scenes. Ambassador."

Yang Lian was enlightened, "I understand."

Yuan Jing lightly raised his hand, "Go down."

Yang Lian kowtowed upon hearing the words, got up and retreated.

But before he turned out of the imperial study, he saw Zhao Li approaching him.

The two looked at each other for a moment, nodded slightly, tacit understanding.

Zhao Li entered the imperial study room, knelt down on one knee,

"See Your Majesty."

Yuan Jing's face was pale, he raised his pen and wrote without raising his head, "Give me a seat."

Hearing this, Xilian sent the palace servants to bring a wide-faced writing chair.

Zhao Li clasped his fists to thank him, got up and took his seat.

The sandalwood is dense, and the curtains and railings.

The emperor in front of him had a pale complexion, his eyes were full of black energy, and he couldn't hide his fatigue.

But he is still conscientious and hardworking, and he refuses to be idle for a moment.

"After going south for three hundred miles, leave [-] elite soldiers in Lincheng for use in Beijing."

Zhao Li paused, "I obey the order."

Yuan Jing circled the memorial for a moment, "Before you set off, you divide the 2 people first, and make sure that everyone is your soldier."

Zhao Li naturally knew Yuan Jing's worries, "Don't worry, your majesty, I will do my best."

After a pause, he said again: "Your Majesty, I think that since the Emperor wants to prepare for Beijing's needs, why doesn't he keep these 2 people in the capital, instead retreating three hundred miles away?"

Yuan Jing stopped writing and raised his eyes, the black eyes were calm and calm,

"Ningyueguan is defending the city hard, and its strength has been damaged. It has already been seriously injured. It is difficult for you two to go forward. There are generals and no soldiers. It is difficult to accomplish this. At this critical moment, you can only use the Beijing army to help you go south to fight against the invaders. But the court is full of disasters. Some people even dare to change the garrison in the capital, so you can get a glimpse of their intentions, so keeping these 2 people between the two places can serve the king and help the army, which is a surefire strategy."

Zhao Li got up from his chair, lifted his official uniform, knelt down and bowed,

"Your majesty is wise, but my humble ministers are not as good."

Yuan Jing said indifferently: "I only hope that you will return in triumph, don't disappoint my expectations for this battle."

Zhao Li took the order to go, turned around and left the house, but he was depressed.

Outside the hall, the sunset is all over the sky, making the country more magnificent.

But when I thought about those two wolf smokes, I was hungry everywhere, and I really failed this great river.

The court is not peaceful, the conspiracy is sinister, and intrigues are also adding fuel to the fire.

Going to see the boiled emperor with a layer of skin left, it makes people sigh and sigh with emotion.

It was night, and the Ministry of War was brightly lit, planning all night.

The military barracks in the capital also stayed up all night, and soldiers were ordered all night.

The deep palace is claustrophobic, the night wind blows, the fragrant grass is desolate,

A sedan chair settled down from the imperial study room, the eunuch next to him raised the curtain, and the one who stooped out was actually a man of eight feet.

His appearance is heroic, and his eyes are like hanging stars.

Shun Shun stepped into it to report the pass.

He Yan stood outside, covered in a silver moon.

Thinking that he should stay with the emperor for a long time in the future, in this way, even if there is a trouble, he can know it faster.

A line of eunuchs passed outside the palace wall. The leader carried a lantern, and the faces reflected were pale, hard, and ice-like.

Shun Shun came over behind him, "Master, the emperor wants you to go in."

He Yan was about to turn around and enter the room, but he heard a cry of surprise from the team of eunuchs,

"Huaihuai?"

He Yan paused, then turned around to look at the little black figure rushing up, feeling a little terrified.

The fingers on the wrist were cold and sticky to the touch, as if they hadn't been washed for a long time.

Chunbao cried, "Huaihuai! It's really you!"

Shun Shun frowned, and was about to stop him, but He Yan's voice was gentle,

"kindness."

Chunbao shed two lines of tears, "Huaihuai, I've been looking for you for a long time, but I have something to look for you."

He Yan still held Chunbao's wrist, "What's the matter?"

Chun Bao said: "That day I met the emperor outside the Imperial Study Room, and even had a few words with him? It's really lucky."

He Yan was taken aback, "What did you say?"

Chun Bao said: "The emperor said 'presumptuous!' Then a guard put a knife on my neck and pulled me away, saying that I was in the way."

He Yan's face darkened, and he quickly withdrew his hand from the finger that the idiot was holding.

Chun Bao didn't notice it, and continued: "I just thought, since the emperor is so flattering, talking to a slave with a low status like me, I can't do anything wrong, so I shouted, 'Your Majesty, Huai Huai really likes you! ' in return."

With a cold face, Shun Shun turned to look at the guards beside him,

"Don't take this idiot down yet."

As soon as He Yan raised his hand, he stared at Chun Bao with suspicion on his face.

"…Then what…"

"Then the emperor laughed. It was a beautiful smile, and he asked the guards to let me go." Chun Bao wiped the tears from his cheeks, "I remember that the emperor just annoyed you before, but this time, I'm afraid I like it, so I want to let you go." Let me tell you about this happy event, so that you will be happy too."

He Yan was silent for a long time.

But not happy at all.

Shun Shun made a point, "Master, go in quickly, the emperor has been waiting for a long time."

The eunuch carrying the lamp pulled Chun Bao hard, "What are you dawdling about? There's still a lot of work to do back home."

Reluctantly, Chunbao looked back three times at each step,

"Huai Huai, let's fight crickets some other day. I caught two and I'll keep one for you."

Without saying a word, He Yan turned around and went into the palace. When he reached the gate, he was welcomed into the inner hall by Xi Lian.

The person behind the carved railings and jade screen, dressed in pear-white brocade clothes, did not critique papers as usual, but stood upside down in one place, with his back to himself, fiddling with something.

Something fell on the ground, inlaid with jade, and wrapped in wood, it looked familiar.

Xi Lian hurriedly stooped to pick it up, Yuan Jing turned slightly, and then saw He Yan,

"You came."

He Yan frowned slightly, looking at him with a smile on his face, he couldn't be bothered.

Couldn't help but feel his heart skip a beat, he stepped forward and grabbed Yuan Jing's hand, and squeezed it into his palm.

"coming."