Wu Youyi had been in the army for a long time and knew it was the Generals Gathering Drum the moment he heard it. Wu Youyi thought to himself, This is an important place in the capital and it's the first month. What is Wu Yizong trying to do by beating the drum to gather the generals? Thinking of how Wu Sansi and Wu Yizong had placed her under house arrest, Wu Youyi suddenly had an ominous feeling.
Wu Yizong beat the drum to gather the generals. The generals of the various camps did not dare to be slow and rushed to the commander's tent. In an instant, all the generals arrived and reported their names. In a short while, all the generals gathered in the tent. The tent was filled with a murderous air.
Some of these generals were Wu Yizong's confidants and had been instructed by him beforehand. Thus, they were very calm. Some really did not know what was happening and could not help but feel suspicious. However, no one dared to make a noise or whisper in each other's ears. They could only stand and await orders.
In the back of the tent, there was indeed a banquet. Wu Sansi sipped his wine and said to Wu Youyi, "This man, he has been moving forward his whole life, but is there only one way to move forward? No! Every step you take, there are countless forks in the road. Walk and choose, choose and walk. But no matter if you choose right or wrong, there is no turning back. "
Wu Youyi did not understand. Now that he was under someone's control, he could only calm down and listen.
Wu Sansi sighed, "When I was young, our Wu family was considered a big family in the area. At that time, what I wanted the most was to get an official position when I grew up, or to become an influential gentleman in the area. Later, Aunt entered the palace. But she was only a talented person and I did not have any ideas. "
"Later, Aunt became the Empress. It was then that I found out from my father that Aunt was not on good terms with us relatives. I did not think of becoming a relative of the Emperor and using Aunt's power to climb up the ranks. But at that time, I did not expect Aunt to be so ruthless … "
Wu Sansi fell silent. Wu Youyi still did not speak. However, he thought of everything that happened to the Wu family during that time. His cold expression slowly softened and he sighed softly.
Wu Sansi was silent for a while, then said, "The days when I was sent to Lingnan by my aunt were really tough. Father was always on tenterhooks, and I didn't have enough clothes to cover my body and food to fill my stomach. At that time, I thought that as long as I could eat my fill and wear a complete set of clothes, the empress aunt would never think of us again. That would be the best ending. "
"But not long after, my father died. It was said that he was not acclimatized to the climate and died of a plague. Hehe … "
Wu Sansi raised his head to look at Wu Youyi, his eyes slightly red. "I have never thought of revenge, really, even today. No matter what, it was Aunt who saved us from hell and gave us endless glory and wealth. I, Wu Sansi, owe it all to Aunt that I am who I am today. The Wu Clan is also what it is today because of Aunt!
Aunt placed the Wu Clan in an important position, not because of blood relations, but because she had no other choice. It was because she wanted to become the Empress, and she could not find a more reliable supporter than the Wu Clan. She needed us, but if we wanted to live a good life, we had to rely on her even more. So, I am not close to Aunt, but I do not want to harm her. "
Wu Zetian's father was Wu Shiyu, and Wu Sansi's father, Wu Yuanqing, was Wu Shiyu's son. Wu Youyi was Wu Shiyu's older brother, and Wu Yuanqing's grandson. His father and Wu Yuanqing's father were separated from each other. Their relationship was distant, so he did not suffer Wu Zetian's persecution.
So, hearing Wu Sansi's words, Wu Youyi was unmoved. He only coldly said, "Is that so? Then what about everything you're doing now? "
Wu Sansi said in a low voice, "What is it? I am almost seventy years old, what do you think I can do? I only want to preserve wealth and glory for my children and grandchildren. I don't want them to be like me when I was young, living a life of hunger and cold, waiting for death at any moment! "
Wu Sansi pointed at Wu Youyi and said sternly, "You also have children and grandchildren, don't you want to make arrangements for them? Aunt is already old, she has gone senile! She has been a loner all her life, and now that she is old, she wants to be close to her children and grandchildren, I accept it! Being close to our Wu family makes me happy! But she treats two juniors who don't share the same surname as her family. What does that mean? "
Wu Youyi said in a low voice, "You are talking nonsense!"
Wu Sansi was furious; he sprang up from his seat and anxiously paced around the tent, "Zhang Yizhi and Zhang Changzong, those two juniors, if they did not covet the glory and wealth she bestowed upon them, would they willingly serve a white-haired old woman with their young bodies? Even if she is wrong, our Wu and Li family, as children and nephews, can at most not let her be the head of the household, what can we do to her as an elder?
But she actually trusts two outsiders so much, if you say she is not senile, then what is? My Wu family controls the army, and the Li family controls the government. Together, we support and protect the Zhou Dynasty that she created. This was originally a national policy that she made, but now that her life is in danger, she allows the two Zhangs to control the palace!
The children of the royal family, the relatives of the royal family, even the six ministries and nine ministers, all the ministers are not allowed to see each other, and the two Zhangs can do whatever they want! She is not a housewife, if a housewife trusts outsiders so much, even if the two Zhangs make a fake will, we still have the law to follow, and we can sue them in court.
But she is the ruler of a country, who else can uphold the law and uphold justice? Once the two Zhangs act recklessly and cause a great change, what will happen to the country that she created? What will happen to my Wu Sansi and my family? You! "Wu Sansi turned around and pointed," Youyi, do you think that you will be able to stay out of this? "
Wu Youyi did not move, but the wine in her hand rippled slightly …
All the generals gathered, Wu Yizong was fully armed, his hand holding a sharp sword, standing behind the marshal's table. All the generals cupped their fists, their armors clanging, "Greetings to the marshal!"
"Rise!"
Wu Yizong waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "This marshal has received a warning that the Left Thousand Bull Guards camp is stirring, there seems to be a change, so I order all of you to immediately send out your troops, surround the Left Thousand Bull Guards camp, be on guard, and forbid the Left Thousand Bull Guards from making any moves. If there is anyone who disobeys, kill immediately, suppress the entire camp!"
Once these words came out, the generals who did not know the situation immediately became restless, and one of the generals questioned, "Marshal, our Jin Wu Guards and Thousand Bull Guards are both imperial guards, now that we have sent out our troops, it seems inappropriate to treat the Thousand Bull Guards as enemies, I wonder if the marshal has His Majesty's Tiger Seal and the Political Affairs Hall's transfer order?"
Wu Yizong glared and shouted, "Fool! It's not like you don't know who the Left Thousand Bull Guards are. To tell you the truth, His Majesty has already been controlled by someone, isolated from the outside, unable to see each other, how can the Tiger Seal be sent out of the Imperial House? As the Emperor's Imperial Guards, it is time for us to uphold justice, to eliminate evil, to return peace to our world, and to brighten the world! "
Just as he was speaking, the curtain to the back of the tent was lifted, and Wu Sansi and Wu Youyi appeared side by side. Wu Sansi looked at the generals in the tent with a smile, then turned to Wu Youyi and said, "What do you think? The morale of the troops can be used … "
"Please!"
Wu Sansi respectfully waved at Wu Youyi, and the two returned to the back of the tent.
As they walked, Wu Sansi said, "Youyi, I will not force you to participate in our operation. Besides, if I really fail, as long as I can protect you, it can be considered a continuation of the Wu family's lineage. I only ask that you stay in this camp until the matter comes to an end. I will lock you up with your guards, and they can prove that you are not our accomplice. I hope you can understand this brother's painstaking efforts … "
Inside the marshal's tent, Wu Yizong said, "This time, it was Great General Wu Youyi of the Featherwood Guard who discovered Zhang Erzhang's plot. That is why he mobilized his troops to protect the capital while urgently reporting to King Liang. King Liang and Great General Wu Youyi of the Featherwood Guard have come together to mobilize troops. The palace will be protected by the Featherwood Guard, and we will be responsible for keeping an eye on Niu Qianwei to prevent them from attacking the city and alarming His Majesty. Does anyone have any objections? "
The generals all recognized King Liang, Wu Sansi, and Great General Wu Youyi of the Featherwood Guard. Seeing this scene, there were no more objections. Moreover, Wu Yizong's eyes were wide open, and his hand was already gripping the hilt of his sword. Even if there were still some misgivings, they did not dare to say anything more. Seeing that the generals were silent, Wu Yizong immediately grabbed a Golden Arrow of Command and shouted, "General Zheng, listen up! Immediately lead your men to take control of the armory and distribute the weapons … "
Wu Yizong and Wu Sansi had already discussed this beforehand. At this time, the mobilization of troops and the orders were issued in an orderly manner. All the generals received their orders and left the camp. In a short while, people were shouting and horses neighing could be heard outside. The Golden Guards had been mobilized.
Wu Yizong's eyes turned, and he waved his hand to summon a trusted aide. He lowered his voice and said, "Quickly send some of the more astute scouts to investigate the movements of the Black Tortoise Gate. Remember, send a few more people. If there is any news, report back at any time!"
Because it was winter, the sky darkened early. Coupled with the thick snowstorm, the sky was gloomy, so the sky darkened very early. However, the time of the curfew was still strict. Only when the 'Day Carving' on the Heavenly Gate was over would the 'Closing Gate Drum' be sounded. After the drum had sounded six hundred times, the Nine Cities would be closed, and the Golden Guards would patrol the streets, prohibiting pedestrians from entering or leaving.
In fact, there was no need for the Golden Guards to be on the streets on such a night. With the cold wind and heavy snow, who would come out in this kind of weather? But at this time, there was a figure hurriedly walking on the crossroads of Chongren Lane.
At this time, other than those on night patrol, only imperial court messengers, weddings, funerals, and urgent matters such as buying medicine for illnesses could walk on the streets with the relevant proof. Of course, although those with special privileges could also go out after the curfew, that was an unwritten rule and was illegal.
The person in front of him was going out to buy medicine. His name was Chu Cai, and he was a member of the Prime Minister's residence. Su Wei was a member of the Prime Minister's residence. Recently, Su Wei had been a bit cold and hot, which caused his asthma. The Prime Minister's residence originally had medicine, but it just so happened that one of the medicines was not enough, so he sent someone to the pharmacy to get medicine.
As a servant of the Prime Minister's residence, Chu Cai was not worried that someone would block his way. With his hands in his sleeves, he shrunk his neck, carried the medicine bag, and hurriedly walked with his head down. Only when someone stopped him and asked him questions would he show his identity. Seeing that the gate of the residence was in sight, Chu Cai quickened his pace. But suddenly, two people jumped out from the side of the road and blocked his way.
Chu Cai thought that it was another night patrol, and impatiently said: "I was sent by the Prime Minister's residence …"
Before he could finish his words, the back of his head received a heavy blow. His eyes immediately closed, and he fainted on the ground.
A black figure waved his hand and said in a deep voice: "Drag him away!"
Chu Cai was dragged by his feet and quickly dragged away from the main road. His little finger was still hooked on the medicine bag, making a rustling sound on the snowy ground. On the left and right sides of Su Wei's residence, a few shadows appeared indistinctly. After a short pause, they quickly hid in the darkness.
At the same time, on the left and right sides of the residences of Yang Zaisi, Wei Chengqing, Wei Sili, Cui Shenqing, Fang Rong, and other important ministers of the Zhang faction, there were some mysterious shadows quietly moving around. Their residences had already been sealed.
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