Khenpo La came in an angry manner, and some left with a gloomy face.
It’s hard to know what others thought, but Zeng Wei secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
He was also unlucky. The situation in southern Xinjiang was already complicated. He had just taken office not long ago and had not even fully grasped the affairs of southern Xinjiang when he encountered such a big thing.
Emperor Gao was far away today. If it was too late to wait for the imperial court's rescue, he might have to end up here.
Fortunately, he remembered what Marquis Lingchuan had said before leaving. If there was anything that really couldn't be solved, he could go to Huaining Governor Luo Jinyan.
The eldest son of the Luo family is worthy of being a military commander, with extraordinary courage, ability and background. After receiving the letter of help sent by him on a horse, he immediately led his people directly to Zhaoyun City.
"Thank you, Master Luo." Zeng Wei wiped his sweat, raised his hands and bowed to Luo Jinyan.
The life-saving grace must be thanked no matter what.
Luo Jinyan waved his hand and said, "Master Zeng, it's too early to worry. This is southern Xinjiang."
Zeng Wei was the imperial envoy stationed in southern Xinjiang and represented the imperial court's majesty and dignity. Therefore, he could never run away on charges of murdering the three clan leaders.
But now they are alone in southern Xinjiang. If the people in southern Xinjiang really insist on killing Zeng Wei at all costs, even Luo Jinyan may not be able to do anything about it.
It is impossible for Luo Jinyan to lead a large number of troops into southern Xinjiang, and no matter how strong his personal ability is, he cannot defeat the opponent's large number of people.
Zeng Wei naturally understood this truth, and said with a helpless smile: "If you hadn't arrived in time, I might not be able to survive today."
Luo Jinyan ignored the danger and went deep into southern Xinjiang to help him, but he was so implicated that he risked his life to buy time for him. Zeng Wei was not only grateful but also a little guilty.
Luo Jinyan did not think about this, and said bluntly: "We don't have much time, and we are not sure whether the prince can receive the news and come in time. For now, we should find a way on our own. Mr. Zeng, how is your relationship with the three patriarchs? That letter
What exactly was written in the letter, and why did the three clan leaders come to meet you without hesitation after receiving the letter?"
Zeng Wei thought for a while and said: "I have read the letter. It says that the imperial court is willing to support the Qiu Ci tribe chief as the king of southern Xinjiang. I am on behalf of the imperial court to discuss this matter with the Qiu Ci tribe chief. I have received letters from the other two parties.
Although I haven’t seen it, it should be similar, if not exactly the same.”
Hearing this, Luo Jinyan sneered and said, "Do they also believe this?"
If the imperial court intended to support the King of Southern Xinjiang, it would have done so long ago. Why wait until now?
Southern Xinjiang has always been disobedient, and it would be even more troublesome if there was an extra Southern Xinjiang king.
"Indeed." Zeng Wei nodded and said, "So, after seeing the letter, my first thought was that someone from the Qiu Ci clan murdered the clan leader and framed the blame on me."
"The ambassador who was entrusted by the imperial court is not a good target for frame-up." Luo Jinyan said thoughtfully.
If you are not careful, you will attract a thorough investigation by the imperial court. The last thing these tribes in southern Xinjiang want is for the imperial court to intervene in southern Xinjiang affairs.
Zeng Wei smiled bitterly and said: "Yes, knowing that the three clan leaders were killed almost at the same time, I knew that I might have guessed wrong." For this reason, Zeng Weicai immediately sent someone to ask Luo Jinyan for help.
Three clan chiefs were killed at the same time, and the murderer was directly targeting the official who was entrusted by the imperial court. This was definitely not an ordinary power struggle within the clan, or even just a intrigue between tribes.
This is obviously someone who wants to drive a wedge between the imperial court and southern Xinjiang.
Two years ago, because of the Luanyi Division incident, the people of Southern Xinjiang were wary and dissatisfied with the imperial court. It was only because of their own mistakes and the mediation of Lingchuan Marquis that the peaceful situation was maintained. Now that such a big event has happened,
The three major tribes in southern Xinjiang did not kill the Xuanwei Envoy immediately, and they were quite restrained.
I just don’t know how long this restraint can last.
"In Lord Luo's opinion, what should we do now?" Zeng Wei asked.
Luo Jinyan said: "The most important thing now is to find out the truth of the matter, but we only have five days, which is really..." It's not that Luo Jinyan doesn't want to fight for longer, but he also has to estimate Khenpo La's
The limit of patience.
When he entered the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion today, he discovered that the streets outside the door were full of surveillance spies. Those people might rush in at any time to harm Zeng Wei, and the people in the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion were not enough to deter these people.
People from southern Xinjiang.
Zeng Weineng was sent to replace Marquis Lingchuan, so he was certainly not an incompetent person. He thought for a while and said: "Fortunately, the places where the three clan leaders died are not far from Zhaoyun City, and the Furukawa clan leader among them was directly
If he died in the city, it would be easier to investigate. Mr. Luo and I will investigate separately."
Luo Jinyan glanced at Zeng Wei and said, "Master Zeng, if you walk out of the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion, I'm afraid..." your life will be in danger.
Zeng Wei smiled and said: "If we keep hiding here, I'm afraid it won't help. Although Khenpo La promised to give us five days, he alone may not be able to count. If the other two families can't help it, they will also fight against each other.
Come in. I still have some friendship with the young patriarch of the Qiu Ci tribe. Maybe I can persuade him, so I will go find him."
Luo Jinyan looked at Zeng Wei, as if considering his proposal.
Zeng Wei sighed and said: "His Royal Highness the Regent doesn't know when he will be able to send someone here. Even if he does come... Mr. Luo, we are now in the hinterland of Southern Xinjiang." People in Southern Xinjiang are secretive and are best at playing with poisonous snakes and insects. If you are not careful,
You will be tricked.
Luo Jinyan was gloomy for a moment, then nodded and said, "In that case, I will investigate the cause of death of the Hongshan tribe leader."
As for the Furukawa tribe, since it has been negotiated with Khenbura, let’s put it aside first.
Zeng Wei cupped his hands and said, "Master Laoluo is here."
Luo Jinyan waved his hand, indicating that it was okay.
After discussing with Zeng Wei, Luo Jinyan did not waste any time and immediately led the people out of the gate of the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion.
Luo Jinyan left Luo Yi with Zeng Wei, and only had Luo Er and Luo San with him.
As soon as the three of them walked out of the gate, they noticed unblinking looks from all directions.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Luo Jinyan glanced around and saw no one. But he knew that those people must be hiding in trees, houses, or not far away at this time.
Some other hidden place.
"Sir!" A middle-aged general came quickly with a pair of elite soldiers and greeted Luo Jinyan with fists in his hands.
Luo Jinyan said: "Commander Zhou, you are staying to protect the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion. Anyone who dares to force their way into the Xuanwei Ambassador's Mansion will be killed without mercy in the name of offending the majesty of the imperial court!"
The middle-aged general hesitated, "But Sir, your safety..." They are protecting Lord Luo's safety. If they all stay, what will Lord Luo do?
Luo Jinyan said: "No need to say more, just follow my orders."
Luo Jinyan was his direct superior. Seeing Luo Jinyan's solemn expression, the middle-aged general did not dare to say anything more and could only nod in agreement.
Luo Jinyan did not lower his voice when he said this. He glanced around after speaking, and the meaning was self-evident.
After giving orders to Commander Zhou, Luo Jinyan took Luo Er and Luo San and strolled away to the other end of the street.
The city is not lively now. Although it is not deserted, there are only a few people walking in a hurry on the busiest streets in the city, which is really inconsistent with the name of the first city in southern Xinjiang.
"Sir, someone is following us." Luo Er whispered.
Luo Jinyan was not surprised and said calmly: "Let them follow."
Seeing Luo Jinyan like this, Luo Er and Luo San ignored the tail behind them.
The two of them just listened to what was going on around them with their ears vigilantly, their right hands resting on the hilts of their swords, one on the left and the other on the right guarding Luo Jinyan's expressions from a sudden attack.
The three of them left the city smoothly and disappeared without anyone coming to intercept them.
It wasn't until Luo Jinyan and the others had gone out for seven or eight miles that they saw a few young men and women in strange clothes in a small forest.
Those people were all wearing southern Xinjiang's unique costumes, and their faces were full of colorful colors. They looked a bit primitive, mysterious and weird.
At this time, several people were standing on the path that the three of them were going to take. Several people stood in a row, blocking the path of Luo Jinyan and the others.
Luo Jinyan turned around and glanced behind him. Sure enough, several people followed him and blocked the three of them.
Luo San stepped forward and whispered: "Sir, look at their clothes and the things on their faces, they are from the Hongshan tribe."
Luo Jinyan said calmly: "It's hard to say whether it looks like it or not."
After saying this, I heard Luo Jinyan say in a deep voice: "Everyone, please give way."
The tall man standing in the middle opposite said in a somewhat stiff Chinese dialect: "What if we... don't let you?"
