NABC Chapter 237: 2 Edicts
Chapter 237: 2 Edicts
After the Spring Outing Banquet, Xiao Zhengchu suddenly felt unwell, so he left the banquet early and returned to his bedroom to rest. Upon learning of this, Wen Yongxing rushed to treat him, but after carefully taking his pulse, he was unable to find the cause of his illness.
At the same time, the atmosphere in the Prince of Yue's mansion was tense and solemn. Xiao Zhengshu sat at the desk with a frown on his face, while Qin Zhuoyuan beside him lowered his head and pondered something. After a moment, Qin Zhuoyuan said, "Your Highness, don't worry. Yinxin Gu is one of the most bizarre poisons in the world. If the person who put the Gu in the body didn't personally trigger the Gu worm to attack, ordinary doctors would not be able to detect any abnormality.
In my opinion, the fifth princess's master is probably the only one who can detect this poison. It's a pity that this medical genius is elusive and no one knows where he is. As for the fifth princess... although she has excellent medical skills, she is still a novice after all, so I'm afraid she can't detect this poison for the time being. "
Xiao Zhengshu nodded after listening to Qin Zhuoyuan's opinion. After a moment of silence, he suddenly changed the subject and asked, "What if I were to activate this Gu? What would be the consequences?"
Qin Zhuoyuan thought for a moment and replied, "Once Your Highness activates the Yin Heart Gu, the person who is poisoned will completely obey your instructions."
Hearing this, Xiao Zhengshu's mouth corners slightly raised to reveal a barely perceptible smile. He cast his eyes on the short and delicate flute tightly held in his hand, as if thinking about something. At this time, Qin Zhuoyuan, who was standing beside him, seemed to see through what Xiao Zhengshu was thinking and continued: "I believe that it won't be long before good news comes from the border." After that, the two smiled at each other as if everything was under control.
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At the border of Youzhou, war drums were beating and shouts of killing were shaking the earth. Handan Chi led his army to attack again. This time they were aggressive and sent out ten powerful generals. On our side, Xiao Xuanjing was in command at the rear, and Li Xiang, Zhao Nian and Li Yin, three generals guarding the border, led the army to fight.
On the battlefield, Li Xiang, Zhao Nian and Li Yin worked closely together, like gods of war, commanding the soldiers to fight bravely. Their tactics were used just right, and every step was exquisite, putting the army of Hanchi in a passive position. After a fierce battle, the soldiers of Hanchi were killed and fled in panic, retreating hundreds of miles in one breath.
After hearing the good news from the front, Xiao Xuanjing in the military camp finally felt relieved. However, at this moment, he suddenly felt a sharp pain, a sweet taste in his throat, and a mouthful of blood gushed out. The military doctor beside him turned pale with fear, knelt on the ground, and asked in panic: "Your Majesty! What happened to you?"
Xiao Xuanjing waved his hands and said weakly: "It's okay, no need to make a fuss. My body... I'm afraid it can't hold on for much longer." After that, he began to cough violently.
After the military doctor left, Xiao Xuanjing looked at his old friends, with a hint of helplessness and sadness in his eyes. He said slowly: "I know that I don't have much time left. Although we repelled the enemy today, Handan Chi lost two generals and will not give up.
However, I have been away from Pingliang for some time, and the state affairs need to be dealt with urgently. Li Aiqing, Zhao Aiqing, Yuan Aiqing, you will return to the capital with me. The rest of the generals need to continue to defend Youzhou to prevent Handan Chi from making a comeback. "
After hearing this, everyone showed grief on their faces and expressed their willingness to follow the emperor to death. So Xiao Xuanjing took Li Xiang, Zhao Nian and others on their way home, leaving other generals to continue guarding the border. Along the way, Xiao Xuanjing was worried about the future fate of the country. Li Xiang, Zhao Nian and other ministers were also worried that the emperor's condition would become increasingly serious.
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Xiao Xuanjing knew very well that he didn't have much time left, so he returned to the palace early to prepare for his funeral.
When the news of Xiao Xuanjing's return to the palace reached the ears of various officials, Xiao Zhengshu said angrily: "Master, my father is back now! Doesn't that mean that I have no hope of taking the throne?"
However, facing the emotional Xiao Zhengshu, Qin Zhuoyuan appeared calm and composed, and comforted him: "Your Highness, please be patient. I am afraid that something serious will happen after His Majesty returns this time. If you trust me, please wait and see."
Li Ziyan was also confused about Xiao Xuanjing's sudden return to the capital, but he still chose to return to Pingliang. In the court, everyone saw Xiao Xuanjing, who was radiant and ruddy. Xiao Xuanjing slowly said, "This border battle was fought very beautifully. The enemy suffered heavy losses and it will probably take some time to recover. During this period of time, the prince has also worked very hard in governing the country. I am very pleased."
In a morning court session, the ministers were expecting the emperor to announce important news, but in the end, they failed to get what they wanted. In the imperial study, Xu Gong, Lin Yi, Li Ziyan, Fan Qingzhu, Ye Shang, Wang Qi, Shangguan Qinghe and other trusted ministers gathered together.
Xiao Xuanjing coughed twice to break the silence, then his eyes fell on Su Tianang and said, "Su Tianang."
Su Tianang responded and took out two scrolls from his arms and presented them to the emperor. Xiao Xuanjing took the scrolls and said with deep emotion: "It is my fortune to have such loyal ministers and generals as you, and it is also the fortune of the Wei Dynasty!"
Xiao Xuanjing looked at Li Ziyan, "Ziyan, I heard that Jun Ning gave birth to a son. What's his name?"
Li Ziyan said: "Your Majesty, my son's name is Yu An."
Xiao Xuanjing nodded after hearing this, "Yu An, what a good name. Li Aiqing is only twenty now, treat Jun Ning well."
Li Ziyan's eyes were filled with love, "Your Majesty, I understand."
Then, Xiao Xuanjing continued, "Let Xu Gong and Li Ziyan keep these two volumes together."
Su Tianang handed the two scrolls to Xu Gong and Li Ziyan respectively. Xiao Xuanjing solemnly warned: "My two beloved ministers, please keep these two scrolls of imperial edicts in a safe place! They are of great importance and must not be lost."
Everyone knew that one of the two imperial edicts was the imperial decree of succession to the throne given to the crown prince, and the other was the secret decree of succession to Xiao Xuantang.
However, at this moment, Xiao Xuanjing suddenly started to cough violently again. After calming down a little, he waved his hand and said to everyone: "Okay, it's getting late, my dear ministers, you should go back to your homes first." After saying this, the ministers looked at each other... and then left.