The voices of Chen Bogu and others echoed in my ears.
Among so many people, only Chen Shubao did not speak or move. As if he felt something was wrong, Chen Shubao subconsciously turned his head slightly, only to feel the eyes focused on his body, which made him feel burning pain.
Chen Shubao, who then understood, immediately gritted his teeth. Like Chen Bogu and others, he stretched out his hand to take off his official hat, held it in his hand, and bowed slightly, but he didn't say anything until the end. Obviously, this was the case.
Forcing Chen Xu, even risking his own life, made Chen Shubao somewhat reluctant.
Chen Xu, who had been silent for a long time, kept tapping the armrest of the chair with his fingers. Chen Bogu and others had already threatened death, and now that the matter was over, Chen Xu had nothing to hesitate about.
He suddenly opened his eyes, and the pair of glasses that had been in chaos for too many years were unexpectedly revealed. Chen Xu's voice was very deep, like a drum beating in everyone's heart:
"The decree is conveyed that since Li Xingchen is the princess, he should relinquish the real power. He will be relieved from the post of General Zhenxi and Governor of Bashu with immediate effect. If he does not comply, he will be imprisoned immediately!"
"I obey the decree!" Shen Jungao and others were immediately overjoyed.
At this moment, a chamberlain rushed in in a panic: "Your Majesty, it's not good, the Hanzhong Marquis Mansion is in trouble!"
"Why are you panicking!" Chen Shujian, Chen Bogu and others turned around and yelled almost subconsciously. As the royal family, they certainly have the qualifications to scold the servants in the royal hall. But Shen Jungao noticed something, and before Chen Xu could speak, he anxiously
asked:
"What did you say?!"
If Chen Xu hadn't been here, I'm afraid Shen Jungao would have strode forward and directly lifted the servant up.
The chamberlain looked around with trepidation. Apparently, he had not expected that there would be so many people in the hall. He trembled slightly and said, "The Hanzhong Marquis Mansion has been compromised..."
"Hanzhong Hou Mansion?" Chen Bogu and others were confused for a moment.
Shen Jungao was the first to react and almost subconsciously reached out and pushed open the palace door.
The southern sky not far away has been rendered red. It is obvious that a fire is burning there, which is exactly the direction of Li Xinchen's mansion.
"No, Li Xingchen is trying to run away!" Shen Jungao's expression suddenly changed.
Chen Shujian and others looked at the fire and took a breath of cold air. They never expected that they had thought of all the possible situations, but they never expected that Li Xingchen was so keenly aware of the danger, and in
At this time, at this most critical time, take the lead!
They even felt that they had the right to suspect that Li Xingchen had already noticed the danger early, but he had been waiting for so long. His step-by-step approach made Dong Gong relax his vigilance. But at this time, Li Xingchen took the initiative
The action was enough to disrupt the original arrangements of the East Palace.
"Send troops to put out the fire and capture Li Xingchen," Chen Xu suddenly sat up from the dragon chair at this time and waved his hand, "Quick!"
With the full support of the power of the East Palace, this is the best time for Chen Xu to deal with Li Xinchen, but now that Li Xinchen is about to turn around and run away, Chen Xu can't give him a chance no matter what.
"I obey!" Shen Jungao and others cupped their hands and rushed out of the hall anxiously.
He hoped that when the fire started, Fan Yi from the south gate would notice something was wrong, so he would hurry up and take action. He also hoped that even if Li Xingchen ran away, he would obediently go to the south gate as expected by the East Palace.
But even so, success or failure is still confusing!
Chen Shubao looked at Shen Jungao and others who were anxious to leave with some confusion. He subconsciously turned around and wanted to grab someone to ask. However, even Lu Qiong, Chen Bogu and others realized that this matter was of great importance, so they couldn't care less.
Talk to Chen Shubao.
If it succeeds, Li Xingchen's fall will be of great benefit to them; and if Li Xingchen is allowed to escape, then they may not be able to sleep well even if they are within the high walls of Jiankang Mansion.
After all, everyone knows how powerful Li Xingchen is outside and what he can do. In order not to become the next possible soul of Hou Jing's subordinate, there is no reason to hold back at this time.
Only Chen Shubao was so nervous that he didn't know for a moment whether he should hurry up and follow him or stay with Chen Xu.
"As quickly as it came, it will go as quickly as it came." Chen Xu's voice suddenly sounded from the hall at this moment, making Chen Shubao, who was at a loss, shudder subconsciously.
He was not a simple fool, and he could hear a hint of helplessness and inability to do what he wanted in his father's voice.
Chen Xu sat down slowly and sighed secretly in his heart. The purpose of these people's coming was to get his permission so that they could attack Li Xingchen openly. What kind of person was Chen Xu and what kind of opinions did he have?
, but it is not important to them, they only need Chen Xu's order is enough.
At this time, Chen Xu felt like an obedient puppet. Even though he was reluctant in every possible way, he was still being led by Shen Jungao and others, because Shen Jungao and others knew that Chen Xu would definitely agree to this request, and they agreed.
What they do after that is their business and has nothing to do with Chen Xu.
"Why aren't you leaving?" Chen Xu's eyes fell on Chen Shubao. Only then did he notice that his eldest son, the future emperor of Nanchen, was still standing there.
Chen Shubao hesitated for a moment and said in a low voice: "My father is not feeling well. So many ministers have already gone to capture the thieves. Since my ministers are incompetent, it is better not to cause trouble. It is better to accompany my father here."
"You..." Chen Xu was startled, his voice paused, and he waved his hand, "That's all, I can't show you any filial piety, so just stay here, father and son, we will wait together.
Let’s see how much trouble they can stir up in Jiankang Mansion.”
As he spoke, Chen Xu looked helplessly at Chen Shubao up and down.
Although Chen Shubao behaves less and less assertive, at least the filial piety and honesty that he admired in the past are still there. He only hopes that this original intention will not be corroded and overwhelmed by the world around him, and he also hopes that at the critical moment
Sometimes, you can save his life.
"My son obeys the order." Chen Shubao, as if he had received an amnesty, hurriedly took a few steps forward, "My son has found several ancient books recently, which are quite interesting. I should share them with my father."
Chen Xu stretched out his hand to support the armrest and wanted to scold him. As a dignified prince, what he was thinking about all the time was ancient literature. What a shame!
However, when Chen Xu happened to see Chen Shubao's sincere eyes, the anger dissipated unconsciously. Maybe he shouldn't ask too much of Chen Shubao. There was chaos in the capital now, and they were waiting for the result in the main hall.
It is the quietest time and the time when you need peace of mind the most.
Instead of discussing the affairs between the DPRK and China whose outcome is difficult to judge, it would be better to just talk about the poems and songs.
Therefore, when Chen Shubao spoke eloquently, Chen Xu did not speak. He just leaned on the soft cushion, closed his eyes, and felt drowsy for a while.
It was as if the light of fire outside the door had nothing to do with him.