"I can tell that Your Highness is fond of the Chu family's wife. Who wouldn't like such an extremely intelligent woman?"
Yang Runchen slowly raised his head, stared at him worriedly, and advised earnestly: "As long as she can win the big position, sooner or later she will be in His Highness's bag."
Although Lin Tingyan was angry at Yang Runchen's repeated actions, for the sake of his position as emperor, he was finally moved by his words. He clenched his fist fiercely and said sternly: "How could I bend my waist for a woman?"
"This couldn't be better."
Yang Runchen showed joy on his face: "The old minister has thought of a good plan for His Highness. King Nandu was framed by Prince Pingning and his wife, and he is unwilling to lose power. We can continue to follow the example of King Changrong and let the Third Highness launch a palace coup. If he succeeds, Your Highness Then take advantage of the situation and kill him, King Qin escorts and controls the palace to win the hearts of the people; if he fails, the crime of forcing the palace will not be shouldered by His Highness, it is still a balanced strategy of advancing and retreating."
"how about you?"
Lin Tingyan heard that he had arranged everything very well, except that he did not mention himself, and finally couldn't bear to ask with concern: "Master Situ worked so hard to plan for this king, why didn't he prepare a way out for himself? "
"Everyone knows that I am the confidant of His Highness the Third Highness. If he fails to succeed in the palace, I will die with him."
Yang Runchen looked at Lin Tingyan and said with a faint smile: "If he can take down the emperor and the empress dowager, the life and death of the old minister will be decided by His Highness. His Highness can kill the old minister and win over King Pingning."
"Isn't there a more secure way?"
In a master-servant situation, Lin Tingyan really couldn't bear to have him bear all the infamy for him.
"There is no other way."
Yang Runchen's eyes were half-squinted, and he was already prepared to die: "After my adopted son Xiao Dingfang committed suicide, the Chu family girl has not made any move since then. With her intelligence, it is impossible not to detect something fishy. Tax Bank As the mastermind of the case, she was able to track down my son-in-law Wu Enrong, and even Xing Huan, the governor of Funing County, died in mysterious circumstances, which shows that she has long been aware of my role in this."
Staring deeply at Lin Tingyan, the smile on his face gradually disappeared, and he sighed bitterly: "This woman doesn't want to expose the old minister, she is just worried about her husband's secret identity."
"This girl Nan Zhi is indeed full of schemes and tricks. It's a pity that she can't be used by me."
Although Lin Tingyan felt sorry for those who could not be the same as her, he would never tolerate this woman blocking his path forward.
After helping Yang Runchen up and sitting down again, Lin Tingyan said thoughtfully: "Jin Xiao's life experience cannot always be hidden from the world. I am afraid that my queen mother and the emperor's nephew already knew about it, otherwise how could they spare no effort to support him."
"Your Highness's guess is good. Feng Yue has already informed the old minister of this matter."
A sly smile appeared in Yang Runchen's eyes again: "Your Highness, please rest assured. I have a way to deal with that broken man and prevent him from entering the capital. The veteran has sent a letter to Feng Yue. If His Highness succeeds, he will continue to stand still.
Once the old minister dies, he will reveal King Pingning's life experience to Tang Ru and Princess Qian. The couple will contact King Qinghe to try to get rid of King Pingning. At that time, His Highness can discuss with the Queen Mother to fight. In the name of avenging the death of the late prince, we will attack King Qinghe. The emperor and the empress dowager will be grateful for your righteousness and will support you as the emperor's uncle. Such a great thing can be accomplished."
"When will Master Situ take action?"
Lin Tingyan knew that there was no way to retreat, and his mood swelled, and he couldn't wait to ask.
"The eve of the New Year's Eve Festival."
Yang Runchen glanced at him steadily and elaborated: "Pang Yuan, the palace guard's general, has been instructed by the old minister to lead his three thousand guards into the palace on the eve of the last sacrifice. On the eve of the last sacrifice, the imperial guards in the city will be mobilized.
Frequently, the three major battalions of the capital have to put all their strength on guard against the Qinghe garrison in the western suburbs. It is when we take advantage of the opportunity to sneak in, and we can control the empress dowager, the emperor and the empress dowager in an instant.
Moreover, I heard that Princess Qinghe is also living in the palace with her children recently. With them in my hands, King Qinghe will not dare to act rashly."
"This is a good strategy."
Lin Tingyan was quite satisfied with his arrangement and said happily: "If it were chosen on the day of the last ceremony, it would be difficult to accomplish anything. But on the eve of the last ceremony, this is really a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It is really a good day to accomplish something big."
"Success or failure depends on this one move. Your Highness only needs to wait quietly in the palace that night. He will not go anywhere without receiving a summons from the old minister."
Yang Runchen warned with some worry.
"Then I, the king, will be waiting for the good news from Lord Situ at my residence."
Yang Runchen has always been scheming, and Lin Tingyan has great expectations for his actions this time.
"Old minister, please retire."
Yang Runchen hugged him heavily, as if saying goodbye, his eyes full of reluctance.
After walking a few steps, he turned back, looked at him with gentle eyes, and told him again: "Your Highness must remember the words of the old minister, think twice whenever you act, don't attack easily, you must hide your strength and bide your time, and be good at it."
Use the power of others to check and balance each other.”
"I have written it down."
Watching him leave, Lin Tingyan recalled what he said when he entered the palace. If he failed to force the palace this time, this chess piece would have to be discarded.
Then the only one you can rely on in the future is yourself.
For a moment, he became extremely uneasy.
Since the time of the late prince, Master Situ has been secretly helping him. Without him, it would be like losing an arm.
Only then did he realize belatedly that it was his original kindness in not joining forces with Ji Wanying to get rid of Chu Nanzhi, which ultimately harmed Master Situ.
What a misstep that will lead to eternal regret.
After capturing an assassin alive, Chu Nanzhi did not intend to interrogate him personally. Instead, he had someone take him to the Tingwei Mansion Prison and hand him over to Fang Qingyue for trial.
Judging from the clues currently available, Du Jiuzhen and today's group of assassins were undoubtedly behind the actions, which made her even more determined that the group was about to take action.
Back at home, she didn't reveal anything about the assassination on the way to Liu Yun and Xiaobao, and even the elders didn't want to say another word to them, lest they worry about it.
After dinner, Chu Nanzhi and Princess Shu returned to the inner hall and closed the door before daring to continue mentioning the events in the market.
Lin Jinshu was now very convinced of all her previous suspicions and sighed uneasily: "Nan Zhi, you are indeed suitable to be born in the royal family. Now these people dare to openly assassinate. It shows that they have been forced to a dead end. They must take action."
Been here for a few days."
Chu Nanzhi smiled wryly.
If she had a choice, she would naturally be willing to live a calmer life, even if Lin Jinxiao was just a county magistrate, accompanying him to do some business in Luyan Port, and occasionally helping him investigate cases, how relaxed and comfortable it would be.
It was also the times that forced her to become the fierce woman she is today.
"Starting tomorrow, Princess Shu will return to the palace."
Chu Nanzhi demanded forcefully: "According to the previous agreement, I will handle matters outside the palace, while inside the palace we have to rely on you and Commander Ji."
"No."
Lin Jinshu shook his head firmly: "It is precisely because of this juncture that I have to stay with you every day as usual, so as to numb the eyes of those people."
After a pause, she looked at Chu Nanzhi with a smile, patted her palms heavily, and said sincerely: "You should believe in me, and you should also believe in the Consort's ability, just as we unconditionally trust you. Even if I stay by your side, Gong
The situation in China will not be chaotic, this time I will avenge my father and the late prince."
Her words reminded Chu Nanzhi that if she was allowed to return to the palace at this time, it would definitely arouse the enemy's vigilance. Then she nodded and said: "It's up to you. I believe you can protect our ancestors and your majesty."
"Well, let's take a rest early."
Lin Jinshu happily pulled her to the bedside, turned off the lights, and settled down together.