Wen Che had already suspected that it was a man-made disaster. It seemed that his prediction had come true.
However, it was likely that Wen Yu wasn't the only target.
The entire Wen family must be involved in this! The Wen family was a family of generals. For generations, they had produced many generals and virtuous ministers. Over the years, they had made countless contributions to the imperial court. They were highly valued and even gained the trust of the Emperor. Their influence in the imperial court had gradually spread and there was a trend of their power rising! Thus, they had many enemies!
Many pairs of eyes were watching the Wen family's every move, hoping to catch the slightest mistake and topple them in one fell swoop!
Therefore, the number of people who wanted to harm Wen Yu was innumerable!
If they were to continue investigating, they would implicate many more people. At that time, things would get out of hand and even more trouble would come their way.
Wen Che understood this and couldn't help but be apprehensive.
Beside him, Jiang Tian asked, "Second Young Master, since you've fought them several times, did you not find out anything about them?"
Wen Yu shook his head, "Their killing methods are ruthless and fast. They hide very well. I couldn't find any clues even after fighting them many times."
"Since those people have been following you since Beijing, they must have planned this beforehand. The person behind them must not be simple."
"Our Wen family has been dominating the world, naturally it will attract Dark Flame. However, I don't understand who would be so bold?" Wen Yu thought carefully.
Unfortunately, there were countless people who wanted to kill the Wen family.
But who would be bold enough to actually make a move?
"In this subordinate's opinion, even if many people in Beijing are watching the Wen family, the only one who dares to go against us is the Su family!" Jiang Tian said.
As soon as he finished, Wen Che growled, "Shut up!"
"Young Master …"
"Don't speculate without evidence and don't come to a conclusion! If the walls have ears, your words will cost you your head. "
Ugh!
Jiang Tian understood the situation and realized that his words were inappropriate. He bowed and retreated to the side.
He said no more.
But what kind of status did the Su family have in Beijing? Even the Wen family was wary of them.
Wen Yu's eyes turned slightly. He agreed with Jiang Tian's words.
The Wen and Su families had been at odds for decades!
The Su family was the one who wanted the Wen family dead the most!
But —
He carefully asked Wen Che, "Brother, what do you think?"
After a moment of silence, Wen Che said, "We'll talk about this after we return to Yanjing and discuss it with father."
"What if the Su family really did it?"
"Whether it is or not, I will listen to Father's arrangements! You can't run to the Su Family to find that person to denounce you. Otherwise, even if Father wants to protect you, it will be difficult. "
Wen Yu nodded in understanding.
Even though he had the protection of the Wen family, there were still places that he could not protect.
For example, the Su family!
Even his father, the Cherishing Transformation Great General, had times where he found the Su Family troublesome.
Wen Che patted him and said, "Leave this matter to me. You rest well."
"But His Majesty ordered me to bring King Jing An's body back to Yan Capital. This has already been delayed for three months." "I will order people to immediately go to Lingtang County and bring back King Jing 'an's body. Although it was delayed, it didn't take too long. Once we return to Yan Jing, you can go to the palace and ask for forgiveness from the emperor! As for the fact that you were attacked, what should I say? Or should he not say it?
It all depends on the situation at that time. "Wen Che had considered everything thoroughly.
He had always been dependable.
He would prepare for every step of the way.
He also knew how sinister people were and how dark the officialdom was. A word or even a word could take a person's life.
Wen Yu had always listened to Wen Che and said, "Yes, that is the only way."
At this time —
Someone came in to report, "Young Master, people from Lingtang County are here."
"Lingtang County?"
"It's the soldiers guarding Lingtang County. They … brought King Jing An's body here."
Hm?
Wen Che asked, "Where are they?"
"They were temporarily placed in a courtyard. When they found out that you two young masters were in Jiahe Town, they immediately sent people over."
He had wanted to immediately send people to pick up King Jing An, but he didn't expect the soldiers from Lingtang County to personally come.
After the time it took for a stick of incense to burn …
Wen Che brought several days and his own people to the courtyard where King Jing An's coffin was placed.
Outside the door, there were two chess pieces stuck high up.
The word "Jing" was written on them.
Wen Che entered and saw the general with a scar on his face waiting in the courtyard.
When he saw Wen Che, he cupped his fists and greeted, "General Wen."
Wen Che was slightly surprised, "General Yi?"
The man with the scar on his face was called Yi Weian.
He was the general that Li Chuan and Ji Yunshu met in the desert.
Yi Weian said, "The last time I saw General Wen was ten years ago!" Ten years ago, Qujiang and Great Lin fought a fierce war. Wen Che and Yi Weian were among the leaders of the army. It was also at that time that Wen Che fell ill in prison and had no choice but to take up a post in the imperial court.
After the war, Yi Weian was sent to Lingtang County as a punishment.
He was gone for ten years.
It was also during that war that Ji Pei's (Su Ziluo) father died on the battlefield. He was rescued by Ji Huan and brought back to the Ji family.
Wen Che recovered from his shock and smiled. "Yes, it's been ten years! I didn't expect to see General Yi again. "
"I didn't expect to be able to leave Lingtang County in my lifetime either!"
"Yes …" Yi Weian explained, "This time, the Emperor had ordered for Prince Jing 'an's body to be transported to Yan Jing City. However, Official Wen, who had been ordered to come, had yet to arrive. Thus, I had no choice but to act on my own and transport Prince Jing' an's body here.
However, in order to not delay King Jing An's burial in the Imperial Mausoleum, I can only take the risk and wait until I reach Yan Jing before asking for forgiveness from the Emperor! "
These words sounded as if he had helped Wen Yu a lot, but Wen Che could see clearly what he was planning in his heart. Ten years, Yi Weian had been sent to Ling Tang Commandery for ten years. How could a military general who had contributed to the war endure such humiliation? Now that His Majesty was indebted to him, he had ordered for King Jing 'an's body to be transported to Yanjing for burial.
The opportunity had come!
Coincidentally, Wen Yu was ambushed on the way.
As a result, time was delayed. Thus, Yi Weian could openly use the excuse of 'transporting King Jing An's body' to return to Yan Jing City. If the Emperor blamed him, he could push Wen Yu to take the blame. After all, Wen Yu was the one who had delayed time, and he was the one who solved the problem at the right time.
There would be merit and no fault.
At that time, the Emperor would remember that he had sworn loyalty to Qujiang and would order him to stay in Yan Jing City. He might even put him in an important position.
As long as he stayed, he would have a chance to turn things around.
He could wash away the shame of being demoted to Ling Tang Commandery for many years!
His wishful thinking was flawless.
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