Although Wan'er was anxious, she still had to brace herself and continue acting. She thanked Yang Fan. "I am indebted to the Prince of Xiang's love and care. Wan'er is moved to tears and will naturally serve the Prince of Xiang. Does Wan'er wish to go with General to pay a visit to the Prince of Xiang?"
Yang Fan replied, "The Prince of Xiang is currently overseeing the palace and commanding the extermination of the Wei clan rebels. There is no need for Zhaorong to be anxious. It won't be too late to pay a visit to the Prince of Xiang after daybreak."
Yang Jun stood behind Wan'er with his head lowered. Hearing this, he couldn't help but sigh in relief. At this moment, he was wearing one of Fu Qingqing's palace robes. His hair was tied up in a woman's style, his lips painted in vermillion, and his face powdered. He was disguised as a palace maid.
Yang Jun had an extremely handsome appearance, and under the lantern light, he looked like a beauty, though the lines of his face were a little more robust. He was much taller than Fu Qingqing, but when he bent his knees, it was impossible to see under his skirt.
Although Yang Jun's idea was bold, it was the only method he could accept. He could not accept hiding in a chest and leaving it to fate. Moreover, he did not believe that Wan'er, in the face of imminent disaster, would do all she could to protect him, who had no family or friends.
He felt much safer disguising himself as a palace maid and standing guard at Wan'er's side. When he calmed down and thought about it, Wan'er, as the Minister of Internal Affairs, had no authority in the outer court. Her authority came entirely from the Emperor, so whenever a dynasty changed, the new Emperor could use her without worry.
As long as the rebels gave Shangguan Zhaorong preferential treatment, he could temporarily live here. Who would pay attention to a palace maid at Shangguan Zhaorong's side? Even if his guess was wrong, it was just a gamble to the death.
From what Yang Fan had said, the Prince of Xiang truly did intend to recruit Shangguan. If Chief Steward of the Chang'an Army, Wei Wen, could reverse the situation, he could still mingle in the court. If Wei Wen also failed, he could take advantage of the chaos to leave the palace.
Wan'er saw that Yang Jun was closely following her. She was truly anxious, but she did not dare to show it. If Yang Jun noticed that something was wrong, he would definitely take the risk. She, Fu Qingqing, and Shu Xiaomiao were all women who did not know martial arts. If Yang Jun suddenly attacked, the consequences would be hard to predict.
Therefore, Wan'er could only delay and create an opportunity for Yang Fan. She said, "If that is the case, General, please come in and sit."
The two of them entered the room and sat down. Wan 'er pretended to ask him about the situation in the palace. At this time, Yang Fan did not hide anything and told her the truth of the coup. At the same time, he was secretly looking for an opportunity. Unfortunately, Yang Jun had been standing behind Wan' er and did not leave her side. Yang Fan did not know where to start.
Just as he was feeling helpless, Li Longji led his bodyguards to the entrance of Hongwen Building. Liu Youqiu took a few steps forward and loudly announced: "The Prince of Lin Zi has arrived. Shangguan Zhaorong, are you not going to welcome him?"
Yang Fan thought to himself: "This is an opportunity." He quickly stood up and announced: "The Prince of Lin Zi is here. Zhao Rong can accompany me to welcome him."
Wan 'er stood up but Yang Jun, disguised as a palace maid, did not leave her side. Yang Fan wanted to chase him away but he is afraid that he will act in desperation. Since he knows that the Prince of Xiang values Wan' er, he might as well take her as a hostage.
Yang Jun is also alert and guarded Wan 'er's other side, intentionally avoiding Yang Fan and refusing to let him come near. When Empress Wei took Yang Jun as a gigolo, Yang Fan had already left the court and did not recognize him.
Even if Yang Fan can recognize him, he does not know the extent of his martial arts. While Yang Fan is fully focused on Wan 'er, he dared not take the risk to attack. Seeing that there is still no opportunity to attack, Yang Fan did not make a sound and accompanied Wan' er out of Hongwen Building.
When Li Longji saw Shanghai Wan 'er, a strange expression appeared on his face. When he first heard that this talented woman has an affair with Great General Yang, he was shocked beyond words. Now that he has seen her again, this feeling cannot be erased.
He really cannot imagine how a woman who has lived in the palace for a long time can maintain a relationship with Yang Fan. Thinking of his little sister Chiying's deep love for Yang Fan, Li Longji's expression became even more strange.
Ever since Shanghai Wan 'er came out, Liu Youqiu has been observing Li Longji's expression. He wants to ascertain whether Li Longji wants to kill or recruit Shanghai Wan' er. Since he was appointed as Li Longji's strategist, he instinctively wanted to figure out his superior's intention to please this young and promising prince.
In the end, when Shanghai Wan 'er gracefully prostrated herself in front of this young prince, Li Longji's expression became inexplicably strange. It does not look like he has a murderous aura and does not look like he thinks highly of her. Instead, his eyes are seriously assessing Wan' er.
Liu Youqiu's heart skipped a beat and a bold idea popped into his head: "Could it be that Prince has feelings for Shangguan Zhaorong …"
Liu Youqiu subconsciously looked at Shanghai Wan 'er. Her figure is lithe and graceful, her features pretty. Her facial features and posture are actually maintained as a twenty year old girl. It is said that men who lost their mothers at a young age are usually in love with older and more beautiful women. Could it be that Prince …
Liu Youqiu secretly muttered to himself. Shanghai Wan 'er gracefully prostrated herself and greeted: "Subject Shanghai Wan' er pays her respects to Prince Lin Zi."
Li Longji recalled his earlier agreement with Yang Fan. His face turned solemn and he coldly questioned: "Which crime are you guilty of?"
Shanghai Wan 'er lowered her head and replied: "Empress Wei is in power and has committed perverse acts. All the edicts were issued by Wan' er. Wan 'er is a traitor and has let down the late Emperor's expectations. This is a serious crime!"
Liu Youqiu guessed that he has already understood Li Longji's intentions. From his expression, it does not look like he is truly angry. He thought that he has guessed Li Longji's true intentions: "Prince is using his authority to subdue Shangguan Zhaorong!"
Thinking about this, Liu Youqiu hurriedly stepped forward and pleaded: "Prince, please do not be angry. Shangguan Zhaorong is only drafting the edicts according to Her Majesty's wishes. Although the edicts are issued by Shangguan Zhaorong, they are in fact from Her Majesty. From this subject's point of view, Shangguan Zhaorong's crime is not punishable by death. She can atone for her crimes by meritorious deeds …"
Li Longji coldly glared at him. Liu Youqiu quickly shut his mouth and thought: "Oh no, could I have guessed Prince's intentions wrongly?"
When Yang Fan had been paying his respects to Li Longji, he had been secretly watching the palace maid with the strange identity. At this time, he could see that it was a man and guessed that Wan 'er had been kidnapped. However, that person had also knelt along with Wan' er and there was a small sapling between them. Yang Fan was not certain.
What Yang Fan needed now was a chance to act. Seeing that person's defenses were tight, he said: "Prince, this subject has just chatted with Shangguan Zhaorong and understands Zhaorong's difficulties. Prince, please enter the room and take a seat of honor. This subject will report to you one by one."
Li Longji raised an eyebrow and looked in surprise at Yang Fan. He thought: "What are you doing? Didn't you tell me to have Shangguan Zhaorong 'commit suicide' for the crime of being a traitor to Wei the moment I see her? Now you want me to enter the room to discuss something? "
Li Longji hesitated for a moment but still agreed. He said to Liu Youqiu and the others: "You all wait here!" He then walked towards Hong Wen Guan. Yang Fan and Wan 'er followed closely behind. Yang Jun also stood up. On his left was Fu Qingqing, and on his right was Shu Xiaosao. They entered together.
Yang Fan and Shangguan Wan 'er followed behind Li Longji. As they entered the main hall and turned to their seats, Yang Fan's foot suddenly moved backward and touched the tip of Shu Xiaomiao's boot. His movement was hidden under his robe, and no one else could see it. Shu Xiaomiao was caught off guard and fell on his back with a cry of "Aiya!"
Yang Jun had been following closely behind Wan 'er. As soon as Shu Xiaosao fell, he was immediately alarmed. He turned his head and saw that Shu Xiaosao had slipped and lost his footing. The energy that he had accumulated dissipated.
Yang Fan took the opportunity to turn his head in surprise. His eyes were on Yang Fan. He saw Yang Fan's shoulder tighten and then relax. Taking advantage of the moment when his energy was dissipated, Yang Fan made a decisive move. He spun his body and fiercely punched towards Yang Fan's ribs.
Yang Fan had been accumulating energy for a long time. Now that he had finally found an opportunity, how could he be merciful? He punched out and heard a 'kacha' sound. Yang Jun was sent flying through the air by this punch. He fell more than three zhang away and hit a pillar before falling heavily onto the green brick floor.
As soon as Yang Fan punched out, he couldn't stop himself from giving a muffled grunt. He felt the bones in his palm were about to crack, the pain was unbearable. He was shocked: "Could it be that this fellow has practiced some kind of defensive martial arts like the 'Golden Bell Shield'? Why is this punch like iron and stone?"
How could Yang Jun have such a high level of martial arts? His martial arts were admittedly not bad, but compared to Yang Fan, he was still far from it. The main reason Lu Binzhi chose him to enter the palace was because of his good looks.
Lu Binzhi was not sure what kind of man Empress Wei would like, so he chose Ma Qinke who didn't know any martial arts, but had an elegant and graceful bearing. He also chose the handsome and masculine Yang Jun.
Lu Binzhi's skill was inferior to Yang Fan's, and he was bending his knees to conceal his height. When Yang Fan suddenly attacked, he had no way to dodge. However, even though Yang Fan's punch was fierce and could have broken at least three of his ribs, it shouldn't have sent him flying so far. However, he had a sharp blade hidden under his robe. Yang Fan's punch just happened to hit the blade. This punch was too tyrannical, it actually broke the blade, and the broken blade cut Yang Jun's ribs.
Yang Jun was sent flying by the punch and hit heavily on the pillar before falling to the ground. With a 'wa' sound, he spat out a mouthful of blood. He still wanted to struggle and hastily crawl up. He suddenly raised his head and saw a flash of cold light. Yang Fan seemed to be … drawing his blade?
A line of blood suddenly appeared between Yang Jun's eyebrows. Yang Jun stared blankly, and his head suddenly split into two halves. Seeing such a strange scene, Fu Qingqing screamed in fright and jumped back. Even Li Longji was shocked: "What … a fast blade!"
"Cha!"
It seemed that Yang Fan's action of drawing his blade was actually actually putting it back into its sheath.
"Erlang!"
Wan 'er cried tears of joy and threw herself into Yang Fan's embrace.
This coup was completely different from the one in the Dragon God's coup. There was no response from the Imperial Court, and no response from the Palace. Ever since the Plum Blossom Guards were disbanded and expelled from the Palace by Li Xian, it was impossible for Wan 'er to keep an expert guard by her side even if she wanted to.
Moreover, according to the plan, as long as Yang Fan and the others could successfully enter the Palace, he would immediately rush over. Who would have thought that something like this would happen? Seeing that she was about to get rid of this identity and no longer have to be accompanied by official documents, henceforth she would support her husband and teach her children, living a happy life. How could Wan 'er not be afraid of this sudden change? It was only at this moment that she felt relieved. After throwing herself into Yang Fan's embrace, she was already crying tears of joy.
In the courtyard, Liu Youqiu heard a cry of surprise from inside and couldn't help but be shocked: "Quick, protect the Royal Prince!" Then he led his men and rushed inside. Li Longji had already understood something, but he was afraid that more people would know about Wan 'er and Yang Fan, so he immediately shouted: "Guard outside!"
After shouting, Li Longji frowned and said to Yang Fan: "Grand General, what is going on?"
Li Longji's shout stopped Liu Youqiu. Liu Youqiu was full of doubts, but he didn't dare to disobey. After about the time it takes for two incense sticks to burn, Li Longji slowly walked out of Hong Wen Guan and said lightly: "Shangguan Clan attached themselves to Wei Clan, their crime cannot be pardoned. They have already been executed. Collect her corpse."
Liu Youqiu was shocked, he didn't expect Li Longji to be so decisive in killing. His heart trembled and he respectfully complied. When he walked into the hall, he saw a pool of blood on the floor, and a corpse had already been wrapped in a straw mat and tied up properly.
Yang Fan stood at the side and comforted Fu Qingqing and the other three palace maids: "You don't have to worry, the Royal Prince only executes the main culprit, he won't implicate the innocent. Come with me, once the palace is settled, you can go or stay as you please."
Liu Youqiu waved his hand and said: "Someone, come and carry the corpse away."
Two imperial guards responded and went to carry the straw mat. One of them moved it up and a pair of big feet appeared in the straw mat, wearing men's boots. Liu Youqiu was shocked and quickly shouted: "Stop!"
Liu Youqiu turned his head and looked at the three palace maids who were following behind Yang Fan. He saw one of them walking quickly with her head lowered, that posture seemed …
Liu Youqiu didn't dare to make a sound, and quickly turned his head back, thinking: "As expected, the Royal Prince is interested in Shangguan Zhaorong. This time, Shangguan Zhaorong will probably have to change her name, and be taken by the Royal Prince as a concubine to fill the inner palace. "
Liu Youqiu hurriedly went to the window and pulled down two curtains, blocking the head and tail of the mat. Only then did he let out a sigh of relief, thinking: "Oh! That Jiu Yi of mine is a young and beautiful widowed woman. Since the Royal Prince has this kind of hobby, why don't I find a chance to introduce her … "
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