Emperor Chengwu picked up the contents of the iron box again and looked at the lamppost carefully. There were only a few yellowed letters in the mysterious iron box. But these letters were actually from the royal family.
Special paper, the watermark on it is clearly visible through the candlelight. This kind of paper is very expensive, and the palace has a record of how many sheets are made. Even how many sheets Prince Jing receives every month, there are detailed instructions.
But it was these papers that shocked Emperor Chengwu. Because the papers were actually written by the late emperor himself and stamped with a jade seal.
"Lin Feng, can you tell me now, who got this thing from?" Emperor Cheng Wu asked again.
"This thing was handed over to me by Mrs. Guo personally. Do you believe it this time?" Lin Feng said calmly with his hands behind his back.
"Who else knows about this besides you?" Emperor Cheng Wu asked coldly with murderous intent in his eyes.
Lin Feng shook his head, "In this world now, only you and I know about this. Of course, if something happens to Tianxin, I will let everyone in the world know this secret." Lin Feng said and glanced at Wei Zhan, because Wei Zhan didn't.
After looking at the contents of the iron box, Lin Feng said that only she and Emperor Chengwu knew about it.
The muscles on Emperor Chengwu's face trembled twice, and just when he was about to speak, he heard Lin Feng continue to say, "I understand what you mean, you want to keep me in the palace and kill him. But you also know what the letter said,
There is also a copy of the late emperor's edict in my hand. If I can't leave this palace tonight, someone will announce the late emperor's edict."
"Are you threatening me?" Emperor Cheng Wu glared at Lin Feng.
"It's not a threat, but you should have followed the late emperor's instructions." Lin Feng said calmly.
Wei Zhan was confused when he heard this. He didn't understand what other legacy the late emperor had that could threaten the current Emperor Chengwu. Moreover, this legacy was strangely given to Mrs. Guo. With Emperor Chengwu's current iron-fisted methods, it was impossible to
There is no need to be afraid of Mrs. Guo who has passed away.
Emperor Chengwu stared closely at Lin Feng, and Lin Feng looked at Emperor Chengwu without any scruples. The two stared at each other for a long time, and Emperor Chengwu was finally defeated.
"Lin Feng, the old lady has been kind to me, so I should let Tianxin go. However, it concerns the country, the country, and the country, so I have to consider it carefully."
"Yes, I can wait three to five days, but if something happens to Tianxin, I will also keep my promise to the old lady."
"Lin Feng, even if I agree, there is a condition."
"Please tell me!"
"In exchange for Zhu Tianjiang."
Lin Feng sneered and shook his head, "I have sent Tianxiang out of the capital. What can I give you in exchange? But Tianxiang also said that he just resigned and did not do anything. As long as the emperor did not force him too hard, he would not
Conspiracy." Lin Feng didn't mean to deceive Emperor Cheng Wu. He felt that Zhu Tianjiang should have left the capital. Lin Feng had no idea that Zhu Daguan was still hiding in the rice shop.
When Emperor Chengwu heard that Zhu Tianjiang had left the capital, there was extreme resentment in his eyes. Not only did this kid rebel, he even kidnapped his precious daughter. Among so many children, the seventh princess was the most successful.
Emperor Wu's beloved daughter. If not for the deep love between mother and daughter, Emperor Cheng Wu would have ordered Empress Rong to be thrown into the cold palace.
Emperor Chengwu sighed, "Wei Zhan, send Lin Feng out of the palace without stopping him."
When Wei Zhan heard this, he quickly bowed and replied, "I obey your order!"
Lin Feng finally breathed a sigh of relief. He had hidden the late emperor's edict. If he really couldn't get out of the palace tonight, I'm afraid no other person would know this secret.
Lin Feng cupped his hands and said, "Common man Lin Feng, resign!"
After saying that, Lin Feng turned around and walked outside, not caring whether Wei Zhan would sneak up on him from behind.
As soon as Lin Feng and Wei Zhan left, Emperor Cheng Wu quickly picked up the paper and read it carefully again. He did not expect that Guo Tianxin was actually his half-brother.
Back then, the late emperor had a drunken affair and let his maid Ruolin have a secret pregnancy. At that time, the late emperor had just appointed the old queen mother as the head of the harem. Due to the old queen mother's lust, the late emperor had no choice but to marry the maid Ruolin to Guo Tianxin's father. Guo Tianxin
The reason why the son passed on his father's business and took charge of Zhennan was because he had dragon blood. Before the death of the late emperor, he felt more and more sorry for this son who had not acknowledged it. Therefore, he wrote a will and gave it to Mrs. Guo, so that future emperors could
Treat the Guo family well and do not harm Guo Tianxin regardless of the severity of the crime. With the letters and edicts left by the late emperor, Lin Feng dared to fully guarantee that Guo Tianxin was fine.
Emperor Chengwu felt as if his five-flavor bottle had been broken. If Emperor Chengwu had learned about this some time ago, he might have been extremely happy. In that case, he could secretly agree with Guo Tianxin to ensure the stability of Dafeng. But now,
Emperor Chengwu really didn't know what to do.
After letting Guo Tianxin go, Emperor Chengwu was worried about the instability of Dafeng. If he didn't agree to Lin Feng, not only would the royal family lose all face as soon as this edict came out, Emperor Chengwu would also lose the support of the people. The late emperor's edict was tantamount to an order from the Supreme Commander.
If you comply, it will not only be unfilial, but will also cause the royal family to lose its integrity. It is no different now than when the princes seized the throne, when brothers fought for the throne, and the common people and subjects can understand. But now that Emperor Chengwu has been in charge for many years, no matter what
Raising a butcher's knife to one's own brother would be looked down upon by everyone in the world. What's more, Prince Jing would not agree. If the royal family were forced to raise the banner of crusade, Emperor Chengwu would probably be forced to abdicate early.
There was still a tense search in the capital. After Lin Feng left the palace, he seemed to have disappeared like a stone. However, people discovered that the closed city gate was finally reopened. Although the interrogation was very strict, at least the common people and merchants could
Free entry and exit.
Zhu Tianjiang did not leave Mipu. The more this happened, the more he felt that there must be a conspiracy inside. Perhaps Emperor Chengwu and Xuanle deliberately opened the city gate to lure him to show up.
"Sir, the city gate inspections are very strict now. If you go with the caravan, I'm afraid it won't be very safe." Zhu Er looked outside from the window and said cautiously.
"Zhu Er, is there any news about the other brothers?" Zhu Tianjiang asked with a frown.
"Zhu Yi and Xia Qing have left the capital. There is no news about Mr. Lin yet. However, the Guo Mansion is very strange. The government did not check it."
"Huh! That's where the old lady's prestige lies. Emperor Chengwu also has to consider the public opinion of the court."
"Sir, I'm afraid General Guo will~!" Zhu Tianjiang did not continue. If this matter reaches Guo Ying's ears, he will probably cry to death.
Zhu Tianjiang simply did not believe that his master Lin Feng could keep Guo Tianxin safe under such circumstances. The reason why he had not left the capital in the past two days was that he was also considering whether to perform a feat of calamity.
"Zhu Er, order all the brothers in the city to be ready at all times. If it doesn't work, we will vote ###. In addition, notify Anyuan's soldiers and horses to come secretly to respond."
Zhu Eryi was startled, and immediately remembered something, "Sir, there is news from Anyuan. Lord Chu Yun sent five thousand troops to Anyuan. After Hou Dezan got the news, he did not order the killing, but asked the Wu people to kill him.
The army is hidden in the dense forest five miles away from Anyuan. If my lord gives the order, those five thousand troops can be eaten at any time."
Zhu Tianjiang was stunned when he heard this, thought for a while, and nodded silently, "Hou Dezan did a good job, now is not the time to reveal his strength. If so, then wait and see first. If there is news that my father-in-law is asked
If you hear the news about the killing, use the five thousand soldiers and horses to make a deal with Emperor Chengwu."
The five thousand soldiers and horses in the camp on the outskirts of Beijing were not a small number. If they exchanged their life and death with Emperor Chengwu for Guo Tianxin, Zhu Tianjiang felt that he might be able to agree.
"Sir, no matter what, the most important thing is for you and the seventh princess to leave the city safely. No matter what, it is very dangerous inside the capital. Even if it is a tribulation field, it is better to exchange for hostages and let me operate it. As long as you leave the capital safely, everything will be safe."
My brothers will feel at ease."
"Zhu Er, don't rush out of the city. I don't think this place is safe. The people in Xiyuan are not vegetarians. Sooner or later they will find this place. Contact His Highness Xuanzhu immediately. If you can't, go hide in his mansion.
Even if you leave the capital, it will be much safer with this guy's help."
Zhu Tianjiang was not here for himself, the key was that he was now worried about the safety of the seventh princess. Although Prince Jing was his father-in-law, in Zhu Tianjiang's heart, Xuanzhu was still reliable.
Zhu Tianjiang didn't know that Xuanzhu's mansion had already been closely monitored by the people in Xiyuan. Although Zhu Er simply changed his appearance, he was still recognized by the people in Xiyuan. Zhu Er had just entered.
Not long after arriving at the fourth prince's residence, the news reached Xuan Le's ears.
When Xuan Le heard this, he couldn't help but burst into laughter. In the past few days, there had been intensive investigation inside and outside the city, and he felt that Zhu Tianjiang would turn to Xuan Zhu for help sooner or later. The hard work paid off, and he finally found the clue. Xuan Le immediately ordered Xi
Yuan kept an eye on Xuanzhu's mansion, and as soon as Zhu Tianjiang entered, he would personally lead the team to arrest people.
At the same time, in the Zongren Mansion of the imperial palace, Emperor Chengwu left his guards outside and walked into the prison of the Zongren Mansion alone. When King Jing saw the arrival of his brother, he couldn't help but feel a little frightened.
He felt that Emperor Chengwu was here to see Guo Tianxin off, and it seemed that he couldn't help but take action.
Prince Jing drank bowl after bowl of wine to embolden himself. If it didn't work, he would knock the emperor's brother unconscious with a whip and risk heavy punishment to let Guo Tianxin out of the palace privately. At worst, he would be deprived of the throne afterwards.