The Grandmaster Strategist

Finally, Wei Ying walked towards Princess Changle. As soon as he reached the princess, there were sudden sounds of rapid footsteps outside. Wei Ying was startled and quickly stepped aside. At this time, the palace door was pushed open with great force, and Concubine Changsun came with more than a dozen people. The palace maids and eunuchs broke in. Seeing the scene in the palace, Concubine Changsun's eyes flashed with anger. She did not speak, but waved her hand. A eunuch stepped forward and covered the incense burner in the corner of the palace. Several palace maids walked to the couch and put the Princess Changle helped her up, and then a soft sedan chair used in the palace was carried in. The maids helped the princess into the sedan chair and quickly carried her away. Wei Ying looked confused and stepped forward and said: "The queen is finally here. Has the young father-in-law reported to the queen that the princess fainted? It was only when the queen saw Miss Lu'e that she thought that I might have gone the wrong way."

Concubine Changsun showed a puzzled look and said: "I was notified that Changle was in danger, so I came here in a hurry. Unexpectedly, it was Master Wei who ignored the suspicion and was alone with Changle in the palace. He was about to question you. What do you say? What's the meaning."

Wei Ying told the matter calmly. Concubine Changsun's face changed several times, and she finally said: "So that's it. Mr. Wei also has good intentions. It's just that Changle is a widow, so it's inconvenient. Sir, you should avoid suspicion. Zhou Shangyi, go and get the green light." E brought her back to Cuiluan Hall, Master Wei still has a mission, so you should go and do things quickly." After saying that, Concubine Changsun turned and left. Wei Ying said quickly: "I wonder if I can go and say hello?"

Concubine Changsun hesitated for a moment, but then she remembered the aphrodisiac incense secretly made in the palace, and finally said coldly: "No need, my lord is a foreign minister, and you should avoid suspicion."

Looking at the departing Concubine Changsun, Wei Ying felt cold all over his body. He knew that he had lost the beauty he dreamed of.

Returning to Cuiluan Palace, the imperial doctor was summoned to diagnose her pulse. He said that the princess fainted because of her anger and physical weakness. Although Concubine Changsun was a little strange, after all, Princess Changle was in good health for more than a year. , but it was okay that it was okay, but she hated Queen Dou in her heart. Her good daughter turned out to be like this after being summoned by her, how could she not be heartbroken and unbearable. But this tone was unacceptable. She was the queen, and the prince was her biological son. What could she do? The more she thought about it, the more irritated she became. At this time, seeing Lu'e being brought back by Zhou Shangyi, she said angrily: "Lu'e, I trust you so much that I let you take care of the princess's daily life. Although because of your young age, I didn't let you I am a minister, but I have treated you well, so why did you retaliate with kindness and enmity to trap the princess?"

Lu'e repeatedly complained that she was wronged and argued: "I have no such intention. The empress understands clearly that the situation is really critical. Mr. Wei is also the emperor's recognized consort. I really have no intention of trapping the princess."

Concubine Changsun said angrily: "You still dare to quibble. No matter what Wei Ying's status is, you have been following the princess for so long and you still don't know her thoughts. If I leave today too late, I'm afraid Changle's reputation will be damaged, and my heart will be damaged." I have no choice but to marry Wei Ying unwillingly. No matter what I and the emperor think, it will always be done with Changle’s own permission. You, a cheap servant, do whatever you want. If you harm Changle’s reputation, you will die. A thousand times, it’s hard to escape the blame, Zhou Shangyi, take this cheap servant down and beat her hard.”

Several eunuchs dragged the crying Lu'e down, and Zhou Shangyi went down to perform the execution. Concubine Changsun sat down tiredly, looked at Tian Shanggong next to her, and said: "This girl Lu'e has always been favored by me, and she was specially sent to serve Zhen." Son, I didn’t expect to be so confused today, I want to drive her away tomorrow, what do you think?”

Tian Shanggong's expression changed and he whispered: "Your Majesty, Lu'e has been with your Majesty for many years and has served the princess for such a long time. She always knows something about the princess's thoughts. If she kicks her out, I'm afraid she will talk nonsense and be harmful." Princess Qingyu, the ladies and eunuchs brought by the empress are all experienced and kind-hearted palace maids and eunuchs. They will definitely not go out to talk nonsense. Now except Lu'e, only Mr. Wei knows about it. I think Mr. Wei will not dare to talk nonsense. If there are rumors, , even the emperor can't spare him, but Lu'e must not be allowed to go out and talk nonsense.

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Although Concubine Changsun has a kind-hearted nature, she has been in the palace for many years and is a noble concubine. She does not understand that what Tian Shanggong said is reasonable. She feels cruel and thinks, for the sake of Changle's reputation, I don't care whether you are innocent or not. Have a heart. She did not speak, but glanced at Tian Shanggong. Tian Shanggong understood, and went out to wink at Zhou Shangyi, who was in prison. Zhou Shangyi understood, but after a moment, the screams outside suddenly stopped. Zhou Shangyi came back and reported: "I'm reporting to you, Lu'e can't bear the punishment and is already dead."

Concubine Changsun sighed and said: "Bury her properly and tell the public that she died of a sudden illness. Her family must also be well cared for."

Tian Shanggong said again: "Your Majesty, the little eunuch Xiao Liuzi who reported the news this time should also be transferred to serve by your side to prevent him from leaking the news."

Concubine Changsun was shocked and said: "This child is in his debt. If he hadn't seen this and come to report it, I'm afraid, alas, Changle has a chaste temperament. If he wakes up, I'm afraid he would rather die and be humiliated than accept it. Married down. You go and make arrangements. Since this child is so smart and loyal, let him stay with Changle and let him pay attention. Don't let these slaves who are creeping in and out harm Changle."

Tian Shanggong smiled and said: "I will take care of it now, my queen, don't worry."

At this time, a palace maid came out and said: "Your Majesty, Your Highness is awake."

Concubine Changsun hurriedly walked into the dormitory and saw Princess Changle's bleak face. As soon as she saw her, she burst into tears. Concubine Changsun stepped forward with heartache, took Princess Changle into her arms and said: "Zhen'er, what have you suffered? If you feel wronged, please tell me quickly. If someone is rude to you, my mother will risk her life to avenge you."

Princess Changle suffered for a long time before she stopped crying and told the story. The more Concubine Changsun listened, the angrier she became. She knew that the fan was a gift for her daughter to express her love for her. Now that it was destroyed, no wonder she was so sad and angry. She fainted, but even the emperor, the master of Fengyi Sect, could not do anything to her. After much deliberation, Concubine Changsun made up her mind and said: "Don't worry, Zhen'er, your second brother and them are sworn to be incompatible. You will always have revenge one day. It’s just a fan, I’ll ask Princess Yong to give you another one.”

Princess Changle sobbed: "Mother, it's better not to cause trouble. Jiang - he is not in good health. If he hears about this, he will be angry and hurt himself. The child is very worried. It's better not to let him know about this."

Concubine Changsun smiled bitterly and said: "You kid, you always think about others, okay, I won't tell them, but I have to tell your father that I can't wrong you like this and not avenge you. We can’t let your father come again and force you to marry.”

Princess Changle sobbed and said, "It all depends on my mother and concubine."

After leaving Cuiluan Palace, Concubine Changsun woke up from her anger. No matter how much the emperor dotes on Changle, after all, Empress Dou and Master Fengyi cannot afford to offend them. If she wants to seek justice, she may just It would only embarrass the emperor. The more she thought about it, the sadder she became. Concubine Changsun thought to herself that she should at least let the emperor know about this matter. She knew that the emperor should be handling government affairs in the imperial study at this time, so she hurried there. After getting permission, Concubine Changsun Stepping into the imperial study room, Concubine Changsun felt a chill in her heart when she saw Concubine Ji sitting next to the emperor.

When Li Yuan saw Concubine Changsun, he smiled and said: "Oh, my beloved concubine is here today. It just so happens that I will invite Master Fengyi to dinner later. Concubine, please go with me. You and the master are old acquaintances, too." It’s a good time to catch up on old times.”

Concubine Changsun's anger turned to ice. She knew that Li Yuan would never make the decision for her, so she could only force a smile and said: "I came to report to the emperor that Changle suddenly fell ill. I want to send Changle to Wuchen Nunnery temporarily. Rest for a few days."

Li Yuan was shocked and said: "I was still radiant when I saw Chang Le a few days ago. How come I am sick today? Have I been informed of the imperial doctor?"

Concubine Changsun was about to speak, but Concubine Ji said: "Your Majesty, Changle has always been weak. In my opinion, it is better to get married to Changle as soon as possible so as to celebrate the occasion."

Li Yuan nodded slightly after hearing this and said: "My beloved concubine is right. Changsun, what do you think? Changle's marriage has been delayed for a long time. It would be good if we can make it happy."

Concubine Changsun said in a cold tone: "Your Majesty has good intentions, but Changle is stubborn. She has been unwilling to get married. She is afraid that Changle will fall ill after the Emperor's decree. If the Emperor wants to think about Changle, It’s better to let her recuperate through the mouth.”

Li Yuan is not a slow person. When he saw the look on Concubine Changsun's face who dared to be angry but dared not speak out, and then thought about the fact that the Queen and Concubine Ji had been instigating Chang Le's marriage in his ears in the past few days, he understood clearly in his heart that he had always doted on Chang Le. Back then, Chang Le Marrying far away to Nanchu, she did so without complaint, which made Li Yuan feel guilty to this day. Naturally, he was unwilling to force her anymore. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel angry in his heart, and said: "My beloved concubine, you can send her to Changle now." Go and recuperate in secret, pass on my instructions, and let Roulan accompany Changle. Changle has always loved that child, so I can be gentle with her."

Concubine Changsun said happily: "Thank you, Your Majesty. I will send Chang Le out of the palace to recuperate." After saying that, she turned around and left the imperial study. Concubine Ji looked a little hesitant. Li Yuan glanced at him and said calmly: "This child Changle has sacrificed a lot for Dayong. I just want her to live a happy life for the rest of her life. I don't need to mention this marriage in the future. Let her make her own decision. I think Changle will not do anything illegal."

Although Princess Changle did not want Jiang Zhe to know what happened today, unfortunately it backfired and I have already learned the details. Speaking of which, in the very powerful harem of Fengyi Sect, there were several young eunuchs who dared to disturb the trap set up by Fengyi Sect. Xiao Liuzi, whose original name was Liu Jie, was one of the registered disciples accepted by Xiao Shunzi.

At first, I wanted to place a few people in the palace, but this was easier said than done. Now the power and grooming of the harem are in the hands of the prince and Fengyimen. If this spy leaks his identity, then Not only was I going to be punished, but His Highness King Yong was also involved. After I, Jiang Zhe, discussed the embarrassment with Xiao Shunzi, more than a month later, Xiao Shunzi told him that he had finished the matter and his method It's very simple, just sneak to the outskirts of the palace and find a few young eunuchs with acceptable qualifications in several remote palaces. Xiao Shunzi has such a background, so he naturally knows their suffering, so with his own identity and martial arts They quickly gained their admiration and recognition, and then taught them some martial arts. In this way, they became Xiao Shunzi's registered disciples. After mastering martial arts, and Xiao Shunzi's guidance from time to time, they became like It shines brightly like carved jade, and things can be done soon. Although this method is not very good and has some consequences, I have no choice but to agree. And after I learned that the emperor once had an affair with Changle After discussing the matter of the prince, Xiao Shunzi was specially asked to arrange for them to pay close attention to the princess's safety, so they were able to invite Concubine Changsun to save the princess at the critical moment. For this reason, I knew about it that night. Although there were some things that Xiao Liuzi could not witness, he could still guess part of them.

When I heard about this, I felt severe pain in my heart and I couldn't stop vomiting blood. I was so scared that Xiao Shunzi quickly called the doctor. It wasn't until midnight that my condition stabilized. I lay in bed, drowsily thinking about Piao Xiang's tragic death that day. The grief in my heart is unbearable, Fengyimen, Fengyimen, you killed my Piaoxiang that day, and today you are going to harm the princess. If I can't eradicate you, I will die in peace.

When I woke up the next day, I saw Xiao Shunzi's self-blame look. He was blaming himself for not telling me about this matter. In fact, I would know it sooner or later. After a while, King Yong and Shi Yu came in, with expressions of concern on their faces. Li Zhi asked anxiously: "Suiyun, why did you suddenly become ill?"

I looked at King Yong's expression. He was so anxious, which moved me inexplicably. But that was the deepest wound in my heart, and it was also my weakness. I absolutely didn't want to talk about this matter, so I had to smile. He said: "Your Highness is worried. Zhe just has a relapse of his old illness. He will be fine as long as he rests for a few days. I wonder what the situation is like outside now?"

Li Zhi said worriedly: "Suiyun, why don't you take a good rest, there is nothing urgent now."

I smiled bitterly and said: "I'm afraid it will take a few days. Although I have diagnosed and treated the poisonous injuries of the little Marquis, I am unable to acupuncture him now. Xiao Shunzi, you use the acupuncture method I taught you to acupuncture the little Marquis first." Once, this can delay the poison. I prescribed the prescription yesterday for him to take it for seven days, and then I will detoxify him personally. In the past few days, the prince and Fengyimen should be busy discussing the mutiny with King Qi. Your Highness But we need to monitor their actions carefully. Although I have a recurrence of my old illness, it should not be a serious problem. Please rest assured, Your Highness, and send the information on time every day. If I relax during this period, I am afraid that the situation will be out of control. That would be a disgrace to His Highness’s kindness to me.”

Li Zhi had no choice but to say: "Sui Yun, you have to act according to your ability. Zi You, please discuss with Sui Yun and share more of his burden. His body must not be damaged."

Shi Yu nodded and said: "Your Highness, don't worry, I will definitely assist Sui Yun in his efforts."

During the past few days when I was recuperating, information came like water. Since King Qi returned to Beijing, the prince's power has been going all out. King Qi's army has begun to secretly mobilize. It seems that King Qi has completely devoted himself to the prince's party. Although I felt a little surprised, it was obvious that Fengyimen was still preparing to mutiny, so we did not give up the plan.

King Qi's changes could not be hidden from King Yong and General Qin, but they could not be stopped, because King Qi's army near Chang'an moved under various high-sounding names, and their goals could not be seen, so The armies of King Yong and General Qin began to increase their alert, and a storm was coming near Chang'an.

In Hanyuan, my health was gradually improving. After doing acupuncture for Jiang Haitao, I almost fell ill from exhaustion. This time, King Yong did not allow me to exert any more effort. After several arguments, I had no choice but to practice hard. Anyway, Now that King Yong clearly knows the military arrangements near Yongdu, I can rest in peace. Anyway, if there is an emergency, King Yong will have to ask me.

On this day, I was in the room looking at the orphan books collected in the past few days. Dong Que came in and said, "Sir, Mr. Jiang Xiaohou has come to ask for an audience."

I put down the book and said, "Why, can he get out of bed already? His foundation is indeed good. I didn't expect that he was almost fully recovered so quickly. By the way, how about that matter?"

Dong Que said with some sarcasm in his expression: "I'm afraid I can't hide it anymore. He may be in a bad mood recently. The Huo family has always looked haggard when he went back these few times. Lord Shaoyanshao, the Attendant of the East Palace, has become suspicious."

I smiled lightly and said: "In that case, let this matter end. Remember, it is best to make a fuss."

Dong Que bowed and said, "I understand that there is one more thing. Mr. Li just came back from outside and left in a hurry. He said that King Qi seemed to be under control."

I was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: "No wonder King Qi's men are so active these days, but they don't have the usual ruthless and sophisticated style of King Qi. It turns out that someone is holding the emperor hostage to order the princes, that's all, that's fine, Then it will be easier to sweep the acupoints with thunder. When Xiao Shunzi comes back, let him come to see me and tell him that I will not die so easily. If you have anything, you should tell me. At most, I will let him handle it. , just don’t bother yourself.”

Having said this, I couldn't help but smile bitterly. Now that King Yong and Xiao Shunzi are working together, I can hardly see the intelligence from the outside. Although they are doing it for my own good, how can I rest assured?

Dong Que bowed in agreement and turned around to go out. A moment later, Jiang Haitao walked in. Although he had just recovered from his poisonous wounds, his face had a healthy color and his steps were still light but already very brisk. After entering, he bowed and saluted: "Haitao thanks Master Jiang for saving his life. Haitao is really uneasy because his old illness has relapsed, so he came here to say hello."

I pointed to the chair and said: "Logically, Mr. Marquis is a blood relative of His Highness. Zhe shouldn't accept your gift. However, Jiang has spent all his efforts on you, so accepting your gift is not too much. Mr. Marquis, please Sit down, is there anything you want to discuss with Jiang?"