"It's better not to act rashly." The prince objected: "If we can attack by force, Wang Xian must have captured the assassin long ago, but my aunt is in their hands, and everything must be done to ensure her safety... It is better to ask them first
Just tell me what you want."
"Then we have to stop them first." Zhu Gaoxu said sternly: "Pass this king's order to close the Jinchuan Gate Shuiguan."
"Yes." The generals who were listening to the order actually ignored the prince's voice and only followed His Highness the King of Han's direction.
At that moment, Zhu Gaochi's face became very ugly, but Zhu Gaoxu ignored him at all, and he and Ji Gang led people directly to Jinchuan Gate.
"Your Highness." Xue Juzheng, who was beside the prince, called softly.
"Follow me." Zhu Gaochi sighed and got on the carriage.
Jinchuan Gate is located in the north of the capital. It is named because the Jinchuan River flows out of the city under its culvert. There is a water gate near the city gate. Zhu Di entered the city from here when he was in Fengtian Jingnan. You can also imagine the importance of the gate here.
Even in these peaceful times, the elite soldiers guarding the city gate still did not dare to be careless. When they heard the alarm bell ringing in the city, they closed the city gate immediately, and the Jinchuan River closed and slowly fell.
Iron gate, blocking ships leaving the city inside the city
Wang Xian followed the ship with a gloomy face. When he saw the water gate closed and blocked the enemy ship in the city, he was not relieved, but his face became even more gloomy. At this time, no matter what countermeasures were taken,
, everyone should leave the city as soon as possible, so as to minimize the negative impact of the incident. Some people did the opposite, obviously because they were afraid that the incident would not be big enough...
"It seems that this is the arrow they shot." He said coldly to Wu Wei and Zhou Yong standing aside.
Although Wang Xian did not specifically say who they were, Wu Wei obviously knew that he had no other choice except those two. "Only the King of Han and Jigang can make such a big deal." He looked at Wang Xian with a worried look and said: "Sir,
This time is more dangerous than ever..."
"I'm sorry, sir, this subordinate really deserves to die." Zhou Yong on the other side said with a knife in his heart: "I actually let them kidnap someone at our gate." He obviously couldn't get rid of his self-blame and said dejectedly: "
The identities of all the guests have been checked, and there is no problem with their identities, but I didn’t expect that some of the guests were colluding with the enemy..."
"This is also impossible to guard against." Wu Wei and Zhou Yong are old brothers, so naturally they have to say something fair for him at this time: "They are all the female relatives of noble ladies, and their carriages cannot be searched...
"
"Anyway, it's my fault..." Zhou Yong looked at Wu Wei gratefully, but did not dare to let go at all, because he knew that his master hated blaming his fault the most.
"There's no need to apologize, it's all my fault." Wang Xian shook his head and said with an unprecedented desolation in his voice: "If I can pass this test, it will be easy no matter what. If I can't, I will have to ask you to take care of my family in the future.
…”
"Sir" Wu Wei and Zhou Yong were both shocked and said: "Is it already so critical?"
"I'm afraid it's worse than you imagine..." Wang Xian said quietly, looking towards the road on the shore, where a group of cavalry was galloping towards, led by a domineering man riding a giant horse.
His Highness the King of Han was shot. Ji Gang followed the King of Han, his cold gaze directed at Wang Xian, as if he was sizing up a prey that was destined to die... His overwhelming hatred for Wang Xian made Governor Ji have to make Wang Xian understand that he
Who died in the end?
The King of Han reined in the giant horse on the bank and glanced coldly up and down the Jinchuan River.
"Meet Your Highness." Up and down the city gate, the officers and soldiers knelt on one knee and saluted loudly.
"Where is my aunt?" The King of Han shouted violently, holding a painted halberd in his hand.
"Here he is." On the boat, the leader in black was taking a rest. Behind him was Xu Miaojin, who had a knife on his neck.
"Hey, that madman, why don't you return my aunt quickly? I can leave you a whole body." Zhu Gaoxu pointed his halberd and said with murderous intent.
"It turns out it's His Highness the King of Han." Jie Jie, the leader in black, said with a smile: "These words are as bad as what the man named Wang said. If we return Master Xu back, why would we do such a stupid thing?"
"Then how can you be willing to let him go?" Zhu Gaoxu asked with a wolfish eyebrow.
"So that the prince will know that we have no grievances against you. This time we are specifically here to find trouble for Wang Xian." The leader in black pointed at Wang Xian on the opposite boat and said coldly: "This guy has taken me to Black Tiger Hall."
Hundreds of brothers have been eradicated. Today we are here to replace the dead brother, and there are so many comrades in the world to demand their lives."
"He" Zhu Gaoxu glanced at Wang Xian and said angrily: "It turns out it was you who caused the trouble."
"That's what I'm saying," Ji Gang also said angrily: "He acts wantonly and has no discipline, and he will definitely cause trouble. Now I'm really right."
Watching them singing along, Wang Xian just sneered. He could only sneer, but in his heart he had to admire the person who came up with this vicious plan and put himself into the biggest passivity in his life - they actually thought of kidnapping Xu Miaojin. This woman belonged to the prince and the king of Han.
Sister-in-law, the sister-in-law of the current Emperor Yongle, and whom Zhu Di could not get, but regarded as a forbidden wife. If something happened to Xu Miaojin, the emperor would be furious, and he, who watched her being kidnapped, would definitely die - he could only ignore it
Only by rescuing at all costs can we have a chance to survive. Otherwise, there is no other way.
But the King of Han and Ji Gang made the situation a deadlock, bypassing themselves and talking directly to each other. This was to push themselves into the abyss, but there was no room for them to intervene. This vicious plan was so perfect that they really convinced themselves... Of course
No matter how good the strategy is, it will only work if one party falls into the trap and makes a mistake. I am paralyzed. Although I told Er Yang firmly that the enemy will definitely retaliate, the joy of giving birth to a son still made me a little careless. I was left to my parents and
The Crown Princess wanted to do something big, so it was really no wonder that Zhou Yong was doing this. It was because he had made the crowd crowded with guests, and this gave the enemy an opportunity to take advantage of her.
In such a tense situation, Wang Xian, who has always been more dangerous and clear-headed, became distracted for the first time. Because he knew that he could only be at the mercy of others now.
At this time, the prince also arrived. He looked worriedly at Wang Xian and then at Xu Miaojin, but he didn't know what to say. He could only let the King of Han continue to perform there. Zhu Gaoxu said: "Stop talking nonsense, what do you want?"
"Give him to me." The man in black pointed at Wang Xian and said, "Then let us leave the capital and we are not allowed to follow him."
"Okay." Zhu Gaoxu agreed without hesitation.
"No," the prince lost his voice, "Absolutely not."
"Brother, which one is more important, my aunt or your dog?" Zhu Gaoxu suddenly turned his head and stared at the prince fiercely.
"Zhongde is not a dog, he is an important official of the imperial court." Uncharacteristically, the prince confronted the King of Han Dynasty tit for tat. With his wisdom, he had naturally guessed that this was a sure-fire situation against Wang Xian. Zhu Gaochi said solemnly: "He is carrying a heavy responsibility.
He has the important responsibility of Beizhen Fusi and Zhenfu. No one can decide his fate except his father."
"Haha..." Zhu Gaoxu said secretly: "Brother, you still want to protect him now. If you can't even protect my aunt, you, the prince who oversees the country, will do your best."
"You..." Zhu Gaochi knew that the King of Han was telling the truth. If Xu Miaojin had any shortcomings, his father's anger would definitely devour him. But even if it was for himself, he could not take a step back. He said in a deep voice: "I will punish you before my father."
Before, I was the prince of the prison country, and I have the final say here."
Zhu Gaoxu looked at the prince in surprise, never expecting that this eldest brother, who was always cowardly, would be so tough at the critical moment.
"Your Highness." Ji Gang said secretly: "Let's ask Wang Xian first if he is willing to trade himself for Xu Zhenren?"
"Yes." Zhu Gaoxu immediately realized that he cared too much about his boss. In fact, he could completely ignore him. "If Wang Xian voluntarily exchanged himself for his aunt, even the eldest brother would have nothing to say..." He turned to Wang Xian
, asked loudly: "Wang Xian, are you willing?"
"Don't agree to him, I will bear all the consequences," Zhu Gaochi shouted flatly.
Wang Xian seemed to have met Zhu Gaochi for the first time. He looked deeply at the prince. Although he actually had no idea of a king and a minister in his heart, the prince could take all the responsibilities on himself and protect himself at such a time. How could he still protect himself?
He was deeply moved... He felt that he had gone through life and death for the prince before, so he was not with the wrong person.
But this time, the prince really can't protect himself... As long as he dares to say no today, at most seven days, a death edict will come, and it will probably implicate his parents, wife and children. Thinking of him, he
My heart was full of guilt. It was because I was too confident and insisted on throwing myself into this whirlpool that others could avoid. With good luck, I had escaped several dangers, so I thought that I was really superhuman and could survive the open and covert attacks unscathed.
As everyone knows, I am no different from those fools who rush to the flames. At best, I am just a luckier moth. When luck leaves, I am finished...
Thinking of this, he felt despair in his heart, but he was Wang Xian after all, and he was willing to kill Wei Chaotian. Since it is a knife to extend his head, and it is a knife to shrink his head, why not be a bachelor, at least he can maintain the image of a tough guy, and give it to his family.
Leave some legacy behind. With a sigh, he smiled contemptuously at Zhu Gaoxu and said, "Stop shouting about catching the thief here."
"What did you say?" Zhu Gaoxu said darkly.
"Zhenren Xu was kidnapped by your and Ji Gang's men." Wang Xian said lightly: "These men in black and those who attacked me at Banqiao Station are basically the same group."
"Stop spouting nonsense here. What evidence do you have?" Zhu Gaoxu said angrily.
"Look, you admit that you attacked me at Banqiao Station, right?" Wang Xian is still the scoundrel from Fuyang County at heart. Even if he loses, he can't make things easier for his opponent.