"How are the preparations on Venerable Du E's side?"
In a secret chamber on Snake Spirit Mountain, the Dragon Head of the Dragon Sect stood with his hands behind his back. He was still wearing his iron mask.
"Reporting to Dragon Head, the Venerable sent a message through a pigeon saying that the deployment in Chang 'an City has been completed. Once the auspicious hour arrives tomorrow, the Venerable will give Li Shimin a big surprise! At that time, our sect members in Chang 'an City will lead the rioting Chang' an citizens to attack together. Chang 'an City will fall in the blink of an eye! "
Standing behind the Dragon Head was Zhang Liang, the Finger Judge of the Heavenly Dragon Sect. Hearing the iron masked man's question, Zhang Liang hurriedly cupped his hands respectfully.
"Good!"
The iron masked man laughed, then turned to look at Zhang Liang and asked, "How are the preparations on General Luo's side?"
Zhang Liang bowed slightly and replied, "Dragon Chief, General Luo has already transferred thirty thousand people who are loyal to the Dragon Sect into the Heavenly Dragon Army. When we attack the city tomorrow, these thirty thousand people will be the vanguard while the twenty thousand main force of the Dragon Sect will support them from the side! Once the city gates of Chang 'an City are opened from the inside, the twenty thousand elites will immediately charge into the city and lead the followers into the Imperial City! "
"Good! Good! Good! "
The iron masked man cheered loudly. It was obvious that he was extremely excited at this moment. He then smiled and said, "Now everything is ready except for the east wind! Tomorrow, when the weather changes and thunder rolls, it will be the day when the Dragon Sect ascends to the top of this world! "
"Zhang Liang congratulates the Dragon Head on obtaining the Dragon Throne!"
Zhang Liang bowed with an excited expression.
The iron masked man walked to Zhang Liang and patted him on the shoulder, saying, "Haha! After this is done, this seat will not forget your contributions! Du E will become the National Preceptor of the Great Tang, and you, Zhang Liang, will become the Right Servant of the Great Tang! "
(The Right Servant of the Great Tang was the Prime Minister, the head of the civil officials. However, the Great Tang abolished the position of Prime Minister and changed it to the Left and Right Servant of the Great Tang.)
Zhang Liang's breathing quickened when he heard this. He quickly knelt on the ground and cupped his hands to the iron masked man, saying, "Subordinate Zhang Liang is willing to die for the Dragon Head and help the Dragon Head accomplish your great cause!"
"Hahaha! My beloved minister, please rise! "
The iron-masked man nodded. He knew better than anyone else that the closer they were to success, the more unstable their hearts would be, and the easier it would be for them to make mistakes. In order to avoid any accidents, he could only draw a grand blueprint and a beautiful future for his subordinates, letting them work together for his goal!
In the end, these were just some methods to win over people's hearts. It couldn't be said to be brilliant, but at this time, it was extremely useful!
Zhang Liang's current performance was the best proof!
"I heard that Li Junjian performed very well in the Earth Emanations Group. Is that true?"
After a moment of silence, the iron-masked man suddenly asked.
It was said that not long after Li Junxian had joined the Heavenly Dragon Sect, the Dragon Head had made an exception and promoted him to the Earth Fiend Group due to his outstanding performance. The other ordinary members of the Heavenly Dragon Sect were all envious of him.
Zhang Liang's face instantly turned unnatural. The iron-masked man had ordered his finger cut off precisely because Li Junjian (Li Junxian) had 'brought back' the Heavenly Dragon Sect's account books, causing others to privately call him the Finger-chopping Judge. Thus, Zhang Liang had always harbored a grudge against Li Junjian!
But the iron-masked man clearly admired Li Junjian. How could Zhang Liang, with his normal emotional intelligence, choose to speak ill of Li Junjian at a time like this?
Fortunately, he was bent over and had his head lowered. The iron-masked man looked down from above and couldn't see his expression. Otherwise, the iron-masked man would have been able to see through his thoughts.
"Replying to the Dragon Head, your subordinate has also heard that Li Junjian has been diligent in his training in the Earth Fiend Group and has never been lazy. He has always been one of the best in all the examinations, and even General Luo has praised him. He truly is a good seedling! Your subordinate truly admires the Dragon Head's discerning eye for talent! "
Zhang Liang raised his head, the unnatural expression on his face gone, replaced by sincerity and admiration!
"Haha! Good! The Dragon Sect should have more brave and fearless youths like Li Junjian! "
The iron-masked man laughed loudly, pausing for a moment before giving another order.
"Since the deployment in Chang 'an City has been completed, let Du E return to the Snake Spirit Mountain quickly. When the army attacks the city tomorrow, we still need him to boost the morale of the Dragon Sect members!"
Zhang Liang nodded and replied, "Yes, Dragon Head!"
Zhang Liang turned and left, while the iron-masked man turned and sat on the tiger skin couch, fantasizing that after tomorrow, he would rule the world, and Li Shimin would become his prisoner. The iron-masked man could not help but let out a burst of wild laughter, "Hehehe, Li Shimin, tomorrow, I will make you pay for this blood debt with blood! Hehehe! "
For a moment, the room was filled with the iron-masked man's sinister laughter.
"Hehehe ~!"
In the valley to the north of the Snake Spirit Mountain, countless burly men in black held modao and hacked at the wooden stakes in front of them again and again. Sweat rolled down their foreheads, but no one dared to wipe it off. Their clothes were already drenched in sweat.
This was an elite force of disciplined soldiers!
Li Junxian was among them, and at his level of martial arts, this sort of training was naturally easy and casual for him. But he was a member of the Heavenly Dragon Sect, and his public identity was that of a hunter. He naturally didn't dare to reveal all his martial arts, so he could only act like the others, using all his strength to wield the Mo Saber!
Haaa, I finally heard that the Marquis of Yong 'an had returned to Chang' an, but I'm now in prison! I wonder if that little girl delivered my letter to the Marquis of Yong 'an, and I wonder if the Marquis of Yong' an will be able to investigate the Dragon Sect's scheme in Chang 'an!
Li Junxian thought to himself as he continued to wield the modao and pretend that it was very strenuous for him.
One could say that he was doing three things at once!
Right now, he had no place to use his martial prowess! He could only place his hopes on that little girl who had accidentally come to the base of the Snake Spirit Mountain to pick herbs.
"Little girl! Who told you to come here to pick herbs? "
"What's wrong? I can't pick herbs here? I see that there are many herbs here that can be sold for a lot of money! Wow! There's a lingzhi up there! Wow! I'm rich! I'm rich … Oh, it's too high. I can't climb up! Big brother, can you help me pick the lingzhi up? "
"… Little girl, there are many bandits on this mountain. If you still want to live, you should leave as soon as possible!"
"Oh! But this lingzhi can be sold for a lot of money! With this money, I can buy my little sister a portion of the chicken from the Drunken Immortal Restaurant! "
"… Little girl, I'm afraid that you won't have the life to spend some money!"
"I … I don't care. Isn't it because the bandits didn't notice me? Big brother, I beg of you, please help me pick that stalk! "
"Little girl, you really want money more than your life … I can help you, but you have to help me deliver a letter to Chang 'an!"
"Okay, okay! I've come to Chang 'an to participate in the Yanhuang College's entrance examination. I'm very familiar with this place, so I'll definitely be able to deliver the letter … "
Li Junxian couldn't help but bitterly smile as he recalled the scene from this morning. How could he have so easily trusted a little girl that he had never met? If he didn't deliver the letter, he would have to die ten thousand times!
… … …
"Marquis, what do you think … should we just forget about it? These incense sticks were all transported from the Great Xingshan Temple, so there shouldn't be any problems. After all, we were there with them! "
Outer Imperial City, Imperial Ancestral Temple.
The old eunuch couldn't help but reveal a 'difficult' expression after hearing Xiao An's words. He turned around and clasped his hands toward Li Zexuan.
"Big Brother Little Xuan!"
Changle's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzzing. She tugged on Li Zexuan's sleeves, indicating that Li Zexuan shouldn't clash with the old eunuch.
Li Zexuan's eyes narrowed. It seems like this old eunuch's status in the palace isn't low! Even Changle had to give him some face. After weighing the pros and cons, Li Zexuan chose to take a step back for now. "Since Steward An can vouch for me, this marquis can be at ease! Chang 'an City has been very chaotic recently, so this marquis was a little suspicious. Steward An, please don't take it to heart! "
"I wouldn't dare! I wouldn't dare! "
The old eunuch's eyes narrowed into slits, and he smiled like a Maitreya Buddha. "The Marquis of Yong 'an is wholeheartedly devoted to the country. He is loyal to the emperor, and his spirit is commendable! I only have admiration and respect for you. I will never, nor will I dare to, blame you for anything! "
"Fine! If that's the case, then this marquis will take his leave! "
Li Zexuan nodded and said lightly. Then, he left with Changle.
Suddenly, he felt as if his eyes were blinded by something. Looking in the direction of the light, Li Zexuan could only see that the young eunuch had his hands tucked into his sleeves. On such a hot day, it was very strange.
Li Zexuan pretended not to see it, and quietly walked towards the Vermilion Bird Gate with Changle.
"Brother Xiao Xuan, don't you want to know Steward An's identity?"
After walking a distance, Changle couldn't help but ask.
Li Zexuan nodded and said, "I want to!"
"Then why don't you ask me? I'm the most familiar with the matters in the palace! "
Changle said doubtfully.
Li Zexuan smiled and said, "Haha! Because I know that even if I don't ask, someone will definitely say it! "
"Brother Xiao Xuan, you …!"
Changle was speechless, but after hesitating for a moment, she still said, "Steward An's name is An Dezhong. He's an old man who previously served by Imperial Grandfather's side. He … he has a very good relationship with Eldest Uncle. After Imperial Father ascended the throne, Steward An was arranged to the Imperial Ancestral Temple to guard the memorial tablets of Emperor Taizu and Emperor Shizu! Although it's like this, Steward An relies on his previous connections and has quite a bit of prestige in the palace. Moreover, due to Imperial Grandfather's relationship, Imperial Father also … also can't be too harsh on Steward An. Therefore, Changle didn't want Brother Xiao Xuan to have a conflict with Steward An! "
(After Li Yuan ascended the throne, his father Li Gui was posthumously awarded the title of Emperor Yuan, and the temple was named Shizu. His grandfather Li Hu was posthumously awarded the title of Emperor Jing, and the temple was named Emperor Taizu. Both memorial tablets were enshrined in the Imperial Ancestral Temple to receive the incense of future generations.)
"So this An is Li Yuan's Steward Eunuch, no wonder he's so arrogant!"
Li Zexuan heard this and suddenly understood. He muttered in his heart, and then looked at Changle and said gently, "En! I understand! Thank you Changle for the reminder! "
Changle smiled sweetly and said, "Brother Xiao Xuan, you're welcome!"
Li Zexuan smiled and said, "Haha, alright! We're already at Vermilion Bird Gate, Changle, as a tour guide, you should return to the palace! Brother Xiao Xuan still has important matters to attend to and can't stay in the imperial city any longer! "
"Oh ~!"
Changle looked at Li Zexuan reluctantly, but she didn't want to show it too obviously. The reluctance in her eyes only flashed for a moment. She nodded and said softly, "Then Brother Xiao Xuan, I'll return to the palace first. Take care! Also … don't worry if you can't complete the mission that Imperial Father gave you. When the time comes, Changle will plead for mercy for you! "
Li Zexuan shook his head and laughed in spite of himself, saying, "Haha! Then I'll thank Changle in advance for her kindness! Oh, right! These two days, Chang 'an City isn't peaceful. Changle, you and Chengqian try not to leave the palace. Just stay in the palace and don't go anywhere! Understand? "
He thought about how the Dragon Sect would attack Chang 'an City tomorrow and detonate the hidden bombs buried in the city. He couldn't help but want to remind Changle.
Changle's heart warmed as she nodded heavily and said, "En, en! I'll listen to Brother Xiao Xuan and stay in the palace with Brother Crown Prince these two days. We won't go anywhere! "
"En! Go back quickly! "
Li Zexuan smiled and said.
"En, Brother Xiao Xuan, take care!"
Changle waved her hand and turned to leave.
Gradually, Changle disappeared from sight. The smile on Li Zexuan's face also disappeared. He didn't directly leave Vermilion Bird Gate, but turned right and walked towards the Imperial Ancestral Temple again.
"The Dragon Sect, the true dragon son of heaven! Does the Dragon Sect want to be the true dragon son of heaven, or is it related to the true dragon son of heaven? This An Dezhong, I'm afraid there's something wrong with him! "
After knowing the identity of the old eunuch, Li Zexuan did not feel relieved at all. Instead, he felt a sense of danger. First, there was the assassination in Xi City, and then there was the strange smell that he smelled in front of the Imperial Ancestral Temple. Then, there was the light that flashed on the little eunuch's sleeve before he left. Combined with the old eunuch's identity, these seemingly unrelated events seemed to have some kind of connection when he thought about it carefully. It was extremely frightening!
Therefore, Li Zexuan didn't plan to leave the Imperial City. He had to thoroughly investigate the abnormality in the Imperial Ancestral Temple.
As for why he wanted to send Changle away, it was mainly because he saw a flash of cold light on the little eunuch's sleeve in front of the Imperial Ancestral Temple. That was obviously a sharp dagger. Li Zexuan was very confident in his martial arts. As long as the little eunuch dared to make a move, he was 100% sure that he could subdue him in an instant. However, Li Zexuan wasn't clear about the old eunuch's position and depth. He wasn't sure if An Dezhong would make a move on Changle while he was subduing the little eunuch.
Therefore, for Changle's safety, Li Zexuan could only think of a way to send the little girl away first.
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