It was still dark, so Han Chuang was forced to drag his tired body to cover Xiang Shaolong and others as they left Zui Feng Tower.
When they reached the street, the two groups of people parted ways.
When they returned to Wu Mansion, it was already twilight. Xiang Shaolong and the others did not dare to neglect and hurriedly changed their clothes. Teng and Jing returned to the office first to prepare various matters for the hunting ceremony, while Xiang Shaolong rushed to the palace.
On the way, they met Xu Xian's motorcade and were invited by Xu Xian to get into the car. It turned out that Lu Gong was also in the car, and of course he was discussing ways to deal with Lu Buwei. Although the two of them were dressed in hunting attire, they were not as excited as they were for the grand event.
Seeing that his eyes were red and he had not slept all night, Lu Gong nodded and said, "Thank you for your hard work, Young Dragon."
Xiang Shaolong said happily: "Although my body is tired, my mood is happy."
Xu Xian was surprised and said: "Shaolong seems to have everything in mind. I wonder if there is any new progress?"
Xiang Shaolong lowered his voice and told what happened during his visit to the brothel last night and what he heard about the conspiracy and secret discussions between Lu Buwei and the others.
The two of them exclaimed that it was so wonderful and rare.
Deer Gong clapped his legs and exclaimed: "Shaolong took out the poison pills that stuck to his throat. It shows that God really looks at me, Da Qin, in a different light."
Xu Xiandao: "In this case, we will follow Shaolong's suggestion and use poison to control Lu Buwei, and practice using poison to fight poison. To be honest, Lu Buwei's ability to govern the country is indeed good. Let him be proud for a few more years. When the crown prince ascends the throne in the future, he will
Take care of him."
Lu Gong said: "But during this period we must firmly grasp the military power and cultivate talents carefully. When we deal with this guy, we will be even more handy."
Xiang Shaolong said: "The young general has a suggestion, and it is Wang Jian."
Xu Xian interrupted him with a smile and said: "You don't need Shaolong to remind you about this. We have already paid attention to this boy and let him practice more. Alas, Wang Chi is getting a little confused with his old age, so he should be replaced by a younger boy."
Lu Gong was obviously in a good mood and said with a smile: "Are Shaolong ready to accept this girl Lu Niangrong, so that Lu Buwei and Na Guan Zhongxie will be so angry?"
Xiang Shaolong laughed and said, "It's them who should have a headache over this matter."
Xu Xiandao: "But the power of the regent is very important. At that time, he was as much a prince as the prince. Without his nod, no decrees could be approved."
Xiang Shaolong said: "Xu Xiang, do you still remember that I mentioned the false title of 'Father Zhong'? I used this to deceive Lu Buwei. Mo Ao died three days later. At that time, it was his turn to be in chaos, and Miao Du also
When I became the internal historian, Lu Buwei didn't know what was going on until he arrived."
At this time, the motorcade entered the palace, and the three of them were all very happy. They wished they could pass the next three days immediately, so as to see the happy consequences of evil beings punished.
Xiang Shaolong's original heavy and nervous mood has been replaced by a relaxed and joyful mood. Good
Let me have fun with these people, even Lu Dan'er and Ying Ying, the two girls who leaned towards Guan Zhongxie, will make life more colorful. Flags are flying on the palace grounds, and people and horses gather.
gather.
Those who participate in field hunting are either princes or nobles, relatives or generals of ministers, or talents selected from each county. Everyone puts on light robes and leather hunting attire, rides and gathers under their respective flags, strong men.
The beautiful women are full of vitality, and their number is about five thousand.
Ten thousand imperial guards were arranged on both sides, preparing to escort the king to the hunting grounds.
Lord Changping, Lord Changwen and Guan Zhongxie were too busy to maintain order in the field.
After Xiang Shaolong left the carriage, he rode on Gale and led the eighteen iron guards. With a leisurely attitude, he felt the rising momentum of the Great Qin Kingdom.
One of the high flags was marked with the word "Qi", which reminded Xiang Shaolong of his "old friend" Tian Dan, and he couldn't help but feel funny in his heart. If Lu Buwei told Tian Dan that Tian Dan had dealt with him, Tian Dan would not only be happy in vain, but also
You will also neglect to take precautions and teach yourself more opportunities to take advantage of.
Xu Xian, Lu Buwei, Lu Gong and other senior generals and ministers gathered on both sides of the review platform. Distinguished guests such as Tian Dan and Prince Dan were also there, but Han Chuang could not be seen. He must have left for home.
The most eye-catching thing is Ying Ying's daughter army, hundreds of gorgeous armed girls, unique among the men. From time to time they are scolding and joking with the good-faith young people next to them, bringing a sense of spring to the whole place.
But the ones who attracted the most attention were not them, but his own lovely wife and maidservant Qin Qing. They had no flags and were guarded by dozens of family generals. They stood on one side, making people from far and near, both men and women, stretch their arms
He put his head down his neck to see their extraordinary grace.
Of course Ji Yanran and Qin Qing are not to mention, Wu Tingfang and Zhao Zhi are also one of a thousand beauties, and Tian Zhen and Tian Feng, a pair of sisters that even he can't tell apart, are also rare and have caused a lot of discussion.
Xiang Shaolong was able to suppress the passion in his heart, rode his horse to the side of the girls, and said with a smile: "What kind of army do you think this team is?"
Ji Yanran and others all offered sweet smiles.
Qin Qing said with a cold expression: "The Queen Mother specifically asked us to accompany her on hunting for these three days. What kind of army should Sir Xiang say?"
Seeing her cold expression, Xiang Shaolong guessed that she was angry because of his last prank to take advantage of her, or that he had contempt for himself, a prodigal son. He sighed secretly, smiled lightly, and did not answer.
He went between Wu Tingfang and Zhao Zhi and asked, "Where is Bao'er?"
Wu Tingfang's pretty face flushed with excitement, and she said with a sweet smile: "I really wanted to go hunting with him, but I was afraid that he wouldn't be able to bear the cold, so I had to stay at Sister Qing's place and be taken care of by the wet nurse."
Zhao Zhidao: "Mr. Xiang, would you like me to introduce you to the two new wet nurses?"
The Tian sisters in the back immediately blushed, feeling very shy. Seeing Xiang Shaolong's heart burning up and having wild thoughts, Wu Tingfang came over on horseback and said, "Mr. Xiang, can you come to our tent tonight? I want to
It's very painful for you." Xiang Shaolong moved his index finger and nodded in agreement.
At this time, the drums sounded urgently, and Xiaopan and Zhu Ji were seen boarding the reviewing stand surrounded by the guards.
The whole audience immediately saluted solemnly and shouted long live the king.
After much anticipation, the field hunting finally started.
The field hunting team stretched for more than ten miles and was powerful.
Along the way, there are capital cavalry guarding the high ground beside the road, and the precautions are tight.
In order to show the bravery of the country, Xiaopan Zhuji all rode on horseback, cheered in front of the guards and followed them, and led the way to the hunting ground. Lu Buwei, Xu Xian, Lu Gong, Wang Wan, Cai Ze and other ministers were accompanying them.
Xiaopan and Zhu Ji are around.
After Xiang Shaolong walked with Wu Tingfang for a while, Li Si deliberately dropped to look for him. The two left the official road and rode side by side along the road.
Li Si whispered: "Every time I see Mrs. Qin, I feel that she is more attractive than Ji Cainv; but when I see Ji Cainv, I feel that Qinqing is not as good as her. Now I can finally see them at the same time."
Only then do you understand what spring orchids and autumn chrysanthemums are, each is good at winning."
Xiang Shaolong said: "Brother Li is in a very good mood today."
Li Si shook his head and said: "It's just that these three days of joy in the hardships have caused tension between the outside world and the inside. There are many crises. How can my mood be so good?"
After carefully looking at Xiang Shaolong for a while, he continued: "Brother Xiang must have slept poorly last night. His eyes were covered with red veins and his voice was hoarse, which makes people worry."
Xiang Shaolong smiled bitterly and said: "I haven't slept at all, how can I sleep well?
As for the hoarseness, it's because my throat was scratched, but without this injury, my life would be at risk." Then he briefly recounted the thrilling and twists and turns of last night.
Li Si couldn't close his mouth when he heard this, and said excitedly: "I will tell the prince later. Alas, I admire Brother Xiang more and more."
He added: "No wonder Lu Buwei just came to report to the Queen Mother and the Crown Prince that he wanted to marry his daughter to Brother Xiang and asked the Queen Mother and the Crown Prince to make the decision. Of course the Queen Mother was happy, but the Crown Prince and I were very puzzled. It turned out that there was such a subtlety in it.
The situation. Hey, Brother Xiang will definitely not refuse."
Xiang Shaolong laughed and said, "Do you think I can?"
The two looked at each other and laughed in unison.
Li Sidao: "It has always been our practice in the Qin Dynasty to announce personnel arrangements and transfers or promote new people during hunting. Brother Xiang proposed to the prince that he should make Lu Buwei his father-in-law. It was indeed a brilliant plan. It could stop him.
It will also make him more suspicious. The prince is prepared to deal with this method when the Queen Mother forces him to appoint Lu Buwei as regent."
At this moment, Xiang Shaolong saw Guan Zhongxie riding his horse up from the corner of his eye, and quickly changed the topic to something insignificant.
Although Guan Zhongxie had not slept all night, he was more energetic than Xiang Shaolong. He came to the other side of Xiang Shaolong in high spirits, said hello to Li Si first, and said casually: "Master Li has entered the palace to serve the crown prince. We
There are few opportunities to get together, so let’s take advantage of these three days to have a good get-together.”
Xiang Shaolong's heart moved, and he secretly thought that if Lu Buwei wanted to completely control Xiao Pan, he would have to replace Li Si with someone like Mo Ao. Therefore, Li Si would also be one of the targets Lu Buwei wanted to eradicate this time. Why didn't he think of it before?
What about this point?
In the final analysis, it is all because we lack a clear-minded counselor like Mo Ao.
Li Siben was the best candidate, but because he had to help Xiao Pan manage all kinds of things every day, he couldn't do anything else. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but think of Ji Yanran, and couldn't help but secretly curse himself for not having a wiser wife than Kong Ming, and not asking her for advice on everything.
Guan Zhongxie's voice rang in his ears: "Why is Mr. Xiang so distracted?"
Xiang Shaolong felt playful and playful, and after winking at Li Si, he said, "My lord, please take a moment to speak."
Li Si somewhat understood, apologized, and returned to the team.
Guan Zhongxie said in surprise: "Master Xiang, what do you want to say to me?"
Xiang Shaolong sighed: "Li Changshi came to tell me just now that Prime Minister Lu intends to marry the third lady to me. Maybe it will be officially announced by the Queen Mother today. But I know that the third lady is attracted to Brother Guan. Frankly speaking
No matter what our respective positions are in the future, I sincerely admire Brother Guan's courage and swordsmanship, and I will not care if Brother Guan opposes me in the future due to our different positions; otherwise, we can fight with open swords and guns.
Exit. So as long as Brother Guan says something, I, Xiang Shaolong, will immediately go to express my position to the Queen Mother and the Crown Prince, and I will not dare to ruin the life of the third lady."
Guan Zhongxie's eyes were originally gleaming, but after listening, he was silent, with a complicated look on his face.
Xiang Shaolong also admired him in his heart, because he could deny it outright and there was nothing he could do to him. But that would show that he was a despicable person who lied with open eyes.
The current situation is so delicate that no one except a few people in the bureau can figure it out.
In fact, everyone knows that they must kill each other, and it is already done in secret and openly.
From Guan Zhongxie's point of view, Xiang Shaolong has already stepped halfway into the gate of hell, and no one can save him. It's just that Xiang Shaolong himself thought that he had escaped the disaster. Therefore, Xiang Shaolong expressed his feelings like this and made it clear.
I don't want to use this to take advantage of Lu Niangrong, but it can also be seen that Xiang Shaolong is a real hero and will not use Lu Niangrong to attack him because he poisoned him. How can he have a clear conscience when he is doing evil things?
Xiang Shaolong secretly smiled in his heart, waiting for the reaction of this strongest opponent.
Guan Zhongxie suddenly smiled bitterly and said: "Guan Zhongxie doesn't want to say anything pretentious, but the third lady's marriage to Brother Xiang is not something I can decide, let alone ruin it because of me. You must ask for anything.
It's like this in life. The third lady is still young and has a temper, but with Master Xiang's ability, she will be willing to obey. Master Xiang, please don't be upset about this anymore."
He apologized and went away.
Xiang Shaolong secretly sighed in his heart, Tu Xian was right, Guan Zhongxie was never a gentleman, even if he was facing himself, a person he thought must die, he still refused to say a sincere word, which showed how ruthless he was.
But this was exactly what he expected. Three days later, when Xiang Shaolong was still alive and Lu Niangrong became his unmarried wife, it was Guan Zhongxie who persuaded Lu Niangrong to accept this arrangement. At that time, his
Regret will cause a serious psychological blow to him.
Back then, he snatched Wu Tingfang and Zhao Yahengdao from his junior brother Lian Jin, causing Lian Jin to lose his mind and lose control of his advance and retreat, which he took advantage of.
Unexpectedly, the same situation would happen again to Guan Zhongxie.
What drastic action will he take then?
Thinking of this, I hurriedly caught up with Ji Yanran so that I could explain everything to her in detail.
Qin Qing, Ji Yanran and the other girls were walking together with the Queen Mother Zhu Ji, chatting and laughing happily. A little further ahead were Xiaopan, Lu Buwei and others.
Xiang Shaolong was afraid of seeing Zhu Ji, so he could only follow behind, looking for opportunities.
Someone shouted: "Master Xiang"
Xiang Shaolong looked away and saw Miao Du leaving the team of chamberlains and coming to his side and bowing respectfully.
Xiang Shaolong returned the gift and said happily: "Master Miao is in such high spirits that his official career must be prosperous."
Miao Du lowered his voice and said: "It's all thanks to Lord Xiang's love and support. The prince made it clear that it was Lord Xiang who fully recommended the villain." Then he got excited and said: "The prince will officially appoint the villain as the internal historian in the next two days, and he will talk to Lord Xiang later.
There are many opportunities for cooperation.”
Xiang Shaolong knew that his gratitude was sincere. For Miao Du, all he wanted was power and wealth, no matter who he served. In the past, he had to listen to Lu Buwei just to get a chance to be promoted. To him, he was so heartless and unkind.
, for a person with a heart as vicious as an animal, he would miss Lu Buwei’s old love.
Xiang Shaolong asked in a low voice: "Does Mr. Lu know about this?"
Miao Du said angrily: "I only found out yesterday that he was still losing his temper in front of the Queen Mother. Fortunately, the Queen Mother talked back."
Xiang Shaolong pretended to be astonished and said: "Brother Miao has been promoted to an official position. He should be happy. How can he have any reason to object?"
Miao Du said harshly: "Of course he won't say that he is opposed to me being the internal historian. He only said that I entered the palace for committing a crime. Now that I have been promoted several levels, it will definitely arouse people's gossip. After all, he doesn't want me to live in this life.
Be a slave."
Xiang Shaolong was secretly happy in his heart, knowing that the conflict between him and Lu Buwei had finally become apparent, he said sternly: "Brother Miao, don't worry, I have already taken care of it for you in front of Prime Minister Xu and General, and I guarantee that they will support brother Miao."
Miao Du was stunned and said: "Hey this... this..." He was speechless.
Xiang Shaolong suppressed the laughter in his belly and said in a deep voice: "Lu Buwei is such a person. The bigger your official position is, the more the Queen Mother and the Crown Prince value you, the more jealous he will be of you. But Brother Miao can rest assured for the time being, one day he will
If you can't get rid of me, Xiang Shaolong, I won't have time to care about you." Miao Du was shaken and showed a thoughtful expression.
At this time Tian Zhen saw him and met him later.
Xiang Shaolong patted Miao Du on the shoulder before approaching him.
Miao Du, a strange seed to deal with Lu Buwei, finally sprouted.