Wurige quickly turned his head and asked Buhasihe, and then reported back to the emperor: "Buhasihe likes to compete in martial arts, and he has no rivals in ancient Mongolia, so he came to Jingjiang to look for warriors who can compete."
As soon as these words came out, all the ministers looked sideways with surprise on their faces, all focusing on the burly figure of Buhasihe. Lin Xiaofeng's eyes flashed, and a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He had already understood the true intention behind Buhashe's move.
Emperor Jingjiang heard about the legendary deeds of Buhasihe grassland and couldn't help but became very interested in it, and asked about its details again. Uzhige replied: "Buhashe is indeed the number one warrior in our ancient Mongolian country. He is extremely powerful and unbeatable."
The emperor became more and more delighted after hearing this, and readily agreed to find an opponent for Buhasihe, starting with a martial arts exchange between the two countries. After receiving the order, Wang Jingwen left immediately and soon led Liang Chengxun, a strong man nearly 1.9 meters tall, into the banquet hall. Liang Chengxun's face was as calm as water, and he looked directly at Buhashe with piercing eyes. An aura of calmness and self-power permeated the air, solidifying the entire space.
Liang Chengxun strode out with a sword in hand and stood opposite Buhashe. In an instant, the atmosphere in the banquet hall became tense and solemn. Although Buhasihe was as tall as a mountain and good at using guns, Emperor Jingjiang still ordered weapons to be fetched for his use. Urige introduced to everyone the types of weapons that Buhashe was good at, so the attendant presented a long knife and a two-meter-long spear. The seemingly short spear in Buhasihe's hand is like a child's toy in the eyes of others, but the sharp aura exuded by the tip of the spear makes people dare not underestimate it. Liang Chengxun, on the other hand, looked heroic with a sword in hand, showing the calmness and ease of a martial arts master in his movements, which attracted the admiration of Emperor Jingjiang and all his ministers.
Emperor Jingjiang noticed that the spear in Buhasihe's hand was a little short and signaled to change it. Uzhige asked Buhasihe for his opinion, but Buhasihe said calmly that this light and short spear was just what he wanted and there was no need to replace it. The duel officially kicked off. Liang Chengxun was as strong as a cheetah and approached Buhasihe in an instant. Buhasihe was as steady as a mountain. Facing the menacing Liang Chengxun, he suddenly let go of the spear in his hand and threw it at the opponent quickly. The whole place fell into dead silence for an instant, and they could only see the tip of the spear heading straight towards Liang Chengxun like a shooting star chasing the moon. At the critical moment, Liang Chengxun reacted quickly, flicked the tip of the gun, took advantage of the opportunity to spin around, and changed his moves to stab Buhasihe. Upon seeing this, Buchash showed no sign of weakness. He turned his wrist flexibly and raised the tip of his spear. The two men engaged in a fierce exchange of swords, which was tense and unpredictable. It was dizzying. What was particularly astonishing was that Liang Chengxun actually performed a sliding shovel. This scene stunned everyone present. Even the experienced Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but stand up and marveled again and again. The scene reached a climax.
Under the gaze of everyone, Liang Chengxun decisively used his sliding tackle skills to reach Buhasihe's feet. His face was as determined as iron, while Buhasihe was independent on one leg, with his right foot hanging high in the air, like a bird waiting for an opportunity. The moving cheetah is waiting for the best opportunity to strike back. Just when Liang Chengxun was about to swing his sword, Buhashe suddenly stepped down with his right foot. In an instant, the entire hall seemed to be shaken by a deafening thunder. The air was so stagnant that it was almost suffocating, and the sound echoed in the ears. The chilling screams and the sound of bones breaking. Everyone looked in horror, only to see Liang Chengxun's chest was sunken, and his life and death were uncertain. Even though he closed his eyes tightly in extreme pain, he still maintained his heroic and unyielding posture and stood tall. When Emperor Jingjiang saw this scene, his face suddenly became gloomy, and he immediately ordered the seriously injured Liang Chengxun to be rushed to the Imperial Hospital for treatment.
Wang Jingwen also looked sad and anxious, while Emperor Jingjiang felt that his face was damaged, but still managed to remain calm. Upon seeing this, Urige immediately handed over his hands and apologized, looking quite uneasy. Emperor Jingjiang comforted him and said: "Accidents are inevitable in martial arts, so don't blame yourself too much." After learning that Buhasihe's martial arts was outstanding, Emperor Jingjiang asked him if he was enjoying himself. Buhasihe bluntly said that Liang Chengxun was far inferior to Xie Hongxin, and made it clear Expressed his desire to compete with Xie Hongxin. When Emperor Jingjiang heard the name "Xie Hongxin", a trace of doubt suddenly flashed through his mind. After Wang Jingwen's reminder, he remembered that this person was a strongman from the Tuoren Valley in Yangqu County. Although Emperor Jingjiang did not have a high opinion of Xie Hongxin, in the face of Buhasihe's determined challenge and willingness, he finally agreed to let Buhasihe select masters from the capital for a competition.
However, Buhasihe insisted on confronting Xie Hongxin again, so Emperor Jingjiang asked Lin Xiaofeng about the matter. However, Lin Xiaofeng politely declined this request on the grounds that Xie Hongxin was ill. Buhasihe expressed doubts about this and firmly stated that he was willing to wait until Xie Hongxin recovered from his illness before fighting. Emperor Jingjiang silently observed the confrontation and interaction between the two men, and the officials were also whispering and discussing in private. Urige knew that this contest might affect the overall situation of the two countries, and tried to dissuade Buhasihe from handling it calmly. In the end, after careful consideration, Lin Xiaofeng proposed to hold the competition on the newly built football field in five days and open it to the public for viewing. Emperor Jingjiang heard this proposal, and after thinking about it for a while, he decided to believe Lin Xiaofeng's arrangement.
The ministers were surprised by Lin Xiaofeng's bold move, and Bai Yongyuan, the chief minister, even put forward suggestions not to disturb the people because of this matter. Emperor Jingjiang hesitated for a moment, and after seeing the firm confidence in Lin Xiaofeng's eyes, he finally decided to trust his plan. As a result, Emperor Jingjiang officially approved this public contest. The two countries would use martial arts to meet their friends and demonstrate their national prestige and strength through martial arts competitions. At the same time, they would also take this opportunity to enhance people-to-people exchanges and promote the martial spirit. Behind this contest about dignity and honor, Emperor Jingjiang, Wu Rige and Lin Xiaofeng each have different considerations. Their calculations are as intricate as a chess game, and all of this will be gradually revealed as the day of the contest arrives.
Seeing Emperor Jingjiang nodding in agreement to Buhasihe's request for a contest, Wurige felt like a bowstring tightening in his heart. He was worried that Buhasihe's selfish desires might affect the delicate balance of friendship with Lin Xiaofeng. In addition, he With the heavy background power behind him and the huge sum of money donated a few days ago, if there is another disturbance, then the long-prepared trade plan between the two countries is likely to fall into the quagmire. Lin Xiaofeng understood the worries in Wu Rige's heart, and nodded slightly to show relief, as if sending a signal that everything was under control. This made Wu Rige feel a little relieved, and firmly believed that Lin Xiaofeng would be able to handle everything properly and take the overall situation into consideration.
At the banquet, Lin Xiaofeng mentioned Uzhige’s exaggerated description of Buhashe’s appetite earlier, and jokingly suggested that a roasted whole lamb be specially prepared for this strong man to prevent him from losing his manners due to hunger in front of envoys from various countries. . After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang ordered people to start preparations immediately without hesitation, fully accepting and adopting this suggestion. Urige looked extremely embarrassed at this moment, knowing in his mind the dilemma he had caused by his quick words, while Buhashe glared at him, his eyes showing the helplessness and dissatisfaction of being unable to accept such a huge challenge. However, in order to maintain the dignity and honor of King Gumeng Khan, Buhasi gritted his teeth and swallowed half of the sheep. However, shortly after the feast, he was unable to bear the heavy burden and vomited violently. It caused everyone in the hall to whisper, hide their faces and snicker. Lin Xiaofeng saw this and calmly handed him a few plums to help dissolve the greasiness. On the surface, he showed concern, but Wurige was even more ashamed and speechless, with mixed feelings in his heart.
Immediately afterwards, Wurige turned the topic to Xie Hongxin's matter and asked how to arrange the follow-up arrangements. Lin Xiaofeng responded calmly, reiterated that national affairs were of great importance and that a military contest would not be able to affect the deep friendship between the two countries, and assured that the matter would be properly resolved within a controllable range. At this moment, Wang Jingwen appeared in time and summoned Lin Xiaofeng to go to Qianqing Palace. I saw Lin Xiaofeng calling Wang Jingwen's name affectionately. This scene made Wu Rige deeply feel the extraordinary intimacy and tacit cooperation between the two of them.
After entering the Qianqing Palace, Lin Xiaofeng reported in detail the specific expenses of the gift bill. Emperor Jingjiang carefully reviewed the accounts and insisted on paying the relevant expenses with internal funds. He also said that in view of Lin Xiaofeng's many achievements before, any possible mistakes could be punished. Easily offset. At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng was shocked to realize that Emperor Jingjiang had figured out the secret of his private intrusion into Qingyi Palace. Although he was secretly shocked, he still remained calm and calm and dealt with it with ease. Emperor Jingjiang changed the subject and shifted the focus to matters related to Prince Li Dexian. This made Lin Xiaofeng temporarily relieved, but at the same time, he was also mentally calculating the development trend of the next conversation, as well as the deep meaning and complicated meanings that might be hidden in it. The political landscape of the palace.
Emperor Jingjiang sat alone on the dragon chair, his face as gloomy as autumn water. His majestic face was bright and dark under the resplendent light and shadow in the palace, reflecting the worry and desolation in his heart. He slowly waved his hand to signal the attendants on his left and right to step back. This movement was like a weather-beaten old tree, helplessly shaking off its redundant branches and leaves in the cold wind, showing the vicissitudes of time without traces but with mottled traces. He sighed softly, and the sigh echoed for a long time in the empty hall, as if it could touch the cold stone wall: "Today, I would like to discuss state affairs with you and me, and speak frankly. Recently, there are rumors among the people that the prince is in North Langfang. He behaves erratically and arbitrarily interferes in the trivial affairs of the people, causing turmoil in people's livelihood and widespread resentment. Has Lin Qing ever heard of this? "
After Lin Xiaofeng heard this, a hint of unnoticeable worry flashed across his brows, as brief but profound as a dark cloud covering the sun. He responded slowly, his voice low and philosophical: "Your Majesty, I have indeed heard a little bit about this matter, but what I know is only the tip of the iceberg. Regarding what His Highness the Prince did, I uphold the principle of not questioning it and believe that the Prince should experience it personally Only when the world is hot and cold can we understand the true meaning of governing the country. If we just talk about the truth around the prince, it is difficult to help him truly grow. I think the reason why your majesty ordered his ministers to teach the prince through practice is because there are many people in the court who are clever and outsmart their ministers. The prince is in urgent need of training, and he is not a studious and inquisitive person, so although this strategy seems helpless, it is actually a wise move."
After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang's eyes were like torches, and he stared deeply at Lin Xiaofeng, as if to penetrate his soul. He couldn't help but admire: "What Lin Qing said is very reasonable, and I deeply agree. The prince really needs to temper himself in practice." There have been a lot of memorials recently, and the prince's behavior seems to be getting worse." When Lin Xiaofeng heard this, a subtle look of embarrassment appeared on his face, but his heart was filled with ups and downs: Could it be that the emperor's behavior doubts his ability?
Emperor Jingjiang quickly caught the impropriety in his words, and took the opportunity to drink tea to cover up his embarrassment, and then affirmed: "Actually, I quite admire Lin Qing's talent!" Before he finished speaking, he vigorously threw out a memorial When he came to Lin Xiaofeng, he said, "Please see the specific actions of the prince in Beilangfang!" Lin Xiaofeng carefully unfolded the memorial and read it word by word. The content was no different from what he had heard before, but it was more detailed and specific.
Emperor Jingjiang frowned, his eyes full of sorrow: "Nominally, North Langfang is under the jurisdiction of the prince, but in fact, it all depends on your strong support. Now that the prince has caused a lot of chaos soon after taking over, how can we clean up the mess if this continues? What he has done is extremely absurd. , trivial matters such as subdividing the dining room and special cutting boards are actually more complicated than the royal dining room in the palace. What is the far-reaching intention of the prince's move? This matter must be curbed as soon as possible, otherwise the royal family will lose its face and how will the people view the court? !”
Emperor Jingjiang knew very well that the prince's character was unruly and his actions often went against the rules. Although he had a headache, he still had the opportunity to make corrections in time. Although he disagreed with some of the prince's actions, Lin Xiaofeng still had a glimmer of hope for the prince, because those seemingly deviant practices vaguely revealed the shadow of modern management concepts. Although the people suffered terribly and complained constantly, Lin Xiaofeng decided not to intervene for the time being, partly to protect the prince's enthusiasm, and partly because he hoped to make him remember the lesson through failure.
After thinking over and over, Lin Xiaofeng solemnly said: "Your Majesty, the prince's move is indeed inappropriate, but it also contains some advantages. It is not advisable to intervene too forcefully. You might as well let him give it a try. The prince is in his youth and his blood is boiling. It is difficult to completely wake up through oral education alone. How can one grow into a pillar without being baptized by hardships? If it is restricted everywhere, it may lead to greater disasters in the future. "
After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang's face was tangled, and the inner conflict was difficult to resolve: "According to your wishes, you want me to let the prince do whatever he wants and let the people suffer?" Lin Xiaofeng looked solemn and replied: "Your Majesty's words are harsh, and the prince has made a mistake now. It is much better than making mistakes again after taking the throne in the future. I think he should be allowed to face and solve these problems himself and learn from them."
Emperor Jingjiang was silent for a long time, and finally sighed: "I have only this son under my knees, and I am very worried. The prince's words and deeds are uncertain, and I am under tremendous pressure. However, what Lin Qing said does have profound truth. I hope you can do your best to help me." Prince, help him become a wise monarch, so that I can enjoy my life with peace of mind."
Lin Xiaofeng responded humbly: "Your Majesty is at the peak of the Spring and Autumn Period. The prince's talent is actually the result of your Majesty's careful cultivation. I am only willing to do my best to support him." Emperor Jingjiang glared and said seriously: "Don't be too humble, you All you need to do is teach the prince with all your strength!”
At this moment, Emperor Jingjiang picked up the pile of impeachment memorials against Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but feel shocked when he saw this. These memorials were like huge boulders in one corner of the Qianqing Palace. Emperor Jingjiang often compared them and reviewed them. In another corner, there were stacks of memorials praising Lin Xiaofeng, which shows that he had reached the level of proficiency in the art of dealing with official affairs.
The two fell into a brief silence amid the heavy topic. Emperor Jingjiang broke the silence again: "I am getting older, and what I care about most is the future of the prince. In the past year, the country has suffered from frequent floods, religious chaos, and food shortages. As well as the turmoil in Gumen and other places, if the prince's temperament is still erratic, how can I trust him to hand over the country and the country? Lin Aiqing, I want to hear your true words, does the prince have the qualifications to be a good emperor? "
When Lin Xiaofeng heard the words "Disaster God Sect", his heart suddenly shivered, but he soon regained his composure and answered calmly: "In my opinion, the prince is undoubtedly one of the best candidates. However, he has lived in the palace for a long time and lived under the protection of everyone. Although he has a benevolent heart, he has not experienced the ups and downs of the human world, and his ability to handle actual government affairs is inevitably lacking. Although he is full of love, he lacks the experience of wind and rain in terms of practical effectiveness. And it seems inadequate.”
After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang had a complicated expression on his face, and he thought silently in his heart: Why did Lin Qing confess so frankly? Emperor Jingjiang couldn't help but lament that the prince was like a potted plant in the Qianqing Palace. Although he had the seeds of benevolence, due to the lack of training in the external environment, even though he had good intentions, it was difficult for him to grow into a towering tree that could carry the heavy responsibilities of the country.
Lin Xiaofeng looked back on the past, and his thoughts slowly unfolded in his mind like a yellowed news scroll. At that time, a group of fledgling young students, full of justice and passion, went deep into those criticized sweatshops. They revealed the horrors of the place: toilet paper shortages, meager wages and long working hours, laying bare like the scars of long-standing abuse. When the public outcry escalated and the situation escalated rapidly, upstream manufacturers severed cooperative relationships one after another, putting the sweatshops in trouble and having to lay off workers in large numbers. However, in the eyes of these workers, despite the hard work and lack of basic living security in the factory, it is better than the monthly income of less than 1,000 yuan in their farming hometown. At least their income here is doubled. As for the problem of non-supply of toilet paper, it is actually caused by repeated theft by workers. Those students were proud, but they never expected that the fired workers would have nowhere to go, resentment would breed, and even fierce confrontation would arise.
Li Dexian was similarly impulsive and reckless in his early days, but fortunately he was extremely intelligent. As his knowledge became increasingly rich, and under the careful teachings of the court ministers, he combined theory with practice, and his progress was as fast as Sasuke's eyes opened. Today's prince is no longer the Amon of the past. He can even take charge of his own job and properly resettle tens of thousands of victims. This ability is truly rare. The courtier Lin Xiaofeng did not dare to easily say whether the prince could become a wise king. After all, there was no absolute standard for the concept of "wise king". However, we can see the expression of benevolence in the prince. Although he acted naughty at the time, he longed for recognition as he grew up and hated the praise forced by power. Although he liked fine clothes and delicious food, he could share the joys and sorrows with the people. Looking back at history, there are many emperors who were cruel, cruel and fond of flattery, so the courtiers could not judge whether the prince would become a wise king. But judging from his current performance, he has surpassed many emperors in history, but he just lacks enough experience.
Listening to Lin Xiaofeng's sincere words, Emperor Jingjiang had a satisfied smile on his face, but in his heart he wondered whether this was too much of a compliment. Lin Xiaofeng responded candidly, saying that everything he said was true and there was no pretense or deception. At this moment, Wang Jingwen happened to return to Qianqing Palace. Hearing the conversation between the two people in the palace, he stopped outside the door and waited. Emperor Jingjiang was full of praise for Lin Xiaofeng, and the topic turned to the letter of credence presented by Wu Rige. Battelle wanted to trade with Jingjiang and set harsh conditions, requiring Jingjiang to pay a tribute of 200,000 taels of silver every year. In return, Mongolia would give back thousands of cattle and sheep, and hoped that the two countries would become a brotherly state, trade with each other, and not invade each other. . Emperor Jingjiang laughed at this and wondered why Gu Meng was so arrogant and domineering.
Although Lin Xiaofeng did not understand military matters, Emperor Jingjiang explained to him that the late emperor had been defeated by the Mongolian cavalry, and his riding skills were far superior to those of Jingjiang. Lin Xiaofeng pondered for a moment and believed that the benefits of trade outweighed the disadvantages for Jingjiang. Jingjiang is rich in products and can be exchanged for the cattle, sheep and war horses needed through trade. Over time, Mongolia will definitely not sit back and watch the rise of Jingjiang’s cavalry. By then, Jingjiang will be unilaterally acquired through trade. Lots of wealth. Emperor Jingjiang agreed with this view, but still had reservations about the amount of annual tribute. He mentioned that Master Li agreed with him. Emperor Jingjiang was indignant at Battelle's rampage, but Lin Xiaofeng remained silent, knowing that this involved a matter of face. If the two countries could trade smoothly, Jingjiang would actually benefit greatly.
Emperor Jingjiang decided to leave Gu Meng alone for a few days. At the same time, he asked Lin Xiaofeng and Buhasihe about the results of the competition, and strictly ordered them to win to avoid shaking the people's hearts. Lin Xiaofeng responded firmly that he would win. After hearing this, Emperor Jingjiang was both pleased and worried. He deeply felt that Mongolia was always a major hidden danger for Jingjiang and was unwilling to easily provoke a war, so he planned to leave the Battelle matter to the prince, and hoped that Advances in gunpowder research to cope with possible future wars. Lin Xiaofeng felt the great responsibility on his shoulders and was determined to speed up the research and development process of gunpowder. Emperor Jingjiang looked forward to the early realization of large-scale production of gunpowder and using the power of gunpowder to ensure the safety and stability of Jingjiang. Lin Xiaofeng silently agreed in his heart, but on the surface he remained solemn and obedient, ready to join this technological battle that related to the fate of the country.
Lin Xiaofeng fell into deep meditation, like a silent stone statue, while Emperor Jingjiang's majestic face had a look of worry between his brows, and a shocking power rippled through his words: "What I just said, Have you ever heard this?" Lin Xiaofeng seemed to be suddenly awakened from the abyss of his thoughts. He hurriedly put away his wandering thoughts and responded quickly: "Yes, Your Majesty! Within two years, I will achieve your expectations. The target you hope for!" Emperor Jingjiang shook his head slightly, with helplessness and heaviness intertwined in his tone: "I am not deliberately imposing heavy responsibilities on you, but I am well aware of the key position of gunpowder technology in the battle situation, and its potential power is like a lion lurking underground. , I have already foreseen its immeasurable impact." After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but respect Emperor Jingjiang's profound insight and foresight. Emperor Jingjiang knew that national defense was the foundation of the country and could not relax for a moment, so he solemnly entrusted Lin Xiaofeng with the important task and asked him to go all out in preparing gunpowder. At the same time, he specifically warned the prince to be cautious in his words and deeds, and not to talk about controversial topics such as "the theory of micro-insects" or "the theory of round earth" to avoid causing unnecessary waves.
Just when Lin Xiaofeng was about to turn around and exit the hall, Emperor Jingjiang suddenly stopped him, his face turned serious and slightly reproachful: "Lin Xiaofeng, you must not let the prince act nonsense, especially regarding your research on penicillin, I think the imperial official Indulging in the research of poisons is detrimental to the dignity of the court." Lin Xiaofeng looked stunned when he heard this. Although he was full of grievances, in front of the emperor, he could only choose to silently accept this embarrassing and humiliating accusation, and then bowed his head and bowed out. into the splendid hall. As soon as he stepped out of the palace door, Wang Jingwen came towards him with a smile on his face. Lin Xiaofeng seized this opportunity and pulled him to a secluded corner. The conversation cleverly turned to the recent trends of the God of Disaster Sect. Wang Jingwen was sharp-eyed and attentive, and explained in detail the connection between the God of Disaster Cult and the Yangtze River floods. It turned out that the remnants of the Haiyun Kingdom were secretly behind this. Fortunately, Xichang Thunder struck out and eradicated this source of chaos in one fell swoop. Lin Xiaofeng was relieved after hearing this and praised Wang Jingwen's wisdom, courage and erudition.
As night fell and the lanterns came on, the lights in the Lin Mansion were as bright as day. Lin Xiaofeng inspected the coldly shining weapons and hidden weapons one by one, as well as some strange poisons that had not yet been completely identified. The crowd around him was full of doubts, and Lin Xiaofeng announced at this moment that in five days, Xie Hongxin would have a life-or-death contest with the Mongolian warrior Montenegro Buhashe. He asked everyone to show their abilities and ensure that victory belongs to them. During the period, when the research on penicillin was mentioned again, everyone began to speculate and discuss the new Mongolian monks who had appeared in the city recently. Lin Xiaofeng strategized and planned every step: Xie Hongxin was assigned to concentrate on improving his concealed weapon skills; Lu Sinan was responsible for teaching Ancient Mongolian to facilitate communication; Yin and Xuanxin carefully selected ingredients and cooked nutritious and nourishing meals to ensure that Xie Hongxin had sufficient physical strength and was in good condition. Excellent; as for Lin Taohua, she was flying stitches under the dim light and sewing brand new clothes by hand to prevent the court from losing face because of the shabby clothes on the day of the competition. Lin Xiaofeng strived to be watertight in every detail; every careful deployment revealed the great importance he attached to the success or failure of this competition, as well as his firm and unrepentant determination to protect the country's honor.
When Yin Jiajin heard about the martial arts competition, her mind was like a string suddenly pulled by a piano player. The nervousness instantly filled every inch of her body. There was a hint of concern in her slightly trembling voice: "Young Master, will the Emperor also come to watch the battle in person?" Lin Xiaofeng Understanding the subtle changes in her eyes, she responded with a smile: "Yes, why do you care so much about this?" Yin Jiajin forced herself to stay calm and tried to cover up her inner uneasiness with a smile: "I'm not nervous, but I haven't been lucky enough to see it in person. Witnessing the emperor's appearance." Lin Xiaofeng joked: "There is no need to be overly excited, you are not going to fight. This is an open competition. Everyone has the opportunity to go and watch it. Naturally, we can't miss it together. Shouting, if someone shouts until his voice becomes hoarse, don't blame me for being unkind." Although Yin Jiajin was slightly relieved after hearing this, the anxiety in her heart still couldn't dissipate.
Lin Xiaofeng personally guided Xie Hongxin in choosing the most suitable concealed weapon, and reminded him not to carry too many to avoid hindering his flexibility of movement. He especially emphasized that his opponent Buhasihe was proficient in long spears and had a wide range of attacks and was difficult to defend against. However, Xie Hongxin was stubborn and insisted on using only a broadsword to start an honest head-to-head duel with his opponent. Lin Xiaofeng was worried about his safety, but when he saw the firm determination in Xie Hongxin's eyes, he finally acquiesced to his choice. At the same time, he strictly requested to strengthen special training to ensure that everything was under control and no accidents were allowed.
As everyone in the hall gradually dispersed, Lin Taohua was still worried about Xie Hongxin facing the enemy empty-handed. After Lin Xiaofeng pondered in silence for a moment, he decided to respect Xie Hongxin's choice and let him have a go. In private, he sent people back to the county to mobilize troops for emergencies. In addition, he also specifically asked to pay close attention to Yin Jiajin's recent abnormal behavior. Lin Xiaofeng's heart was filled with doubts, and he repeatedly speculated on Yin Jiajin's various behaviors. The uneasy mood gradually enveloped his heart like a shadow. So he ordered Lin Taohua to closely monitor Yin Jiajin's every move and places he frequented to prevent possible emergencies.
At this moment, in the quiet boudoir, Yin Jiajin was alone and took out an extremely exquisite wooden box from a hidden corner. Inside the box was a dagger inlaid with gold and jade and several pieces of luxurious jewelry. The origin of this dagger was unusual. Its style is surprisingly similar to the sword worn by Lin Xiaofeng. Yin Jiajin looked back on the arduous journey along the way. She originally thought that the opportunity for revenge was out of reach, but now it is close at hand. However, being in the Lin Mansion and being treated well by Lin Xiaofeng and everyone else, especially Lin Taohua's sincere affection, put her in a dilemma. Once the assassination is successful, Lin Xiaofeng and the entire Lin family will face an unimaginable tragic ending. Such a choice makes her suffer internally. Sadness welled up in her heart, and Yin Jiajin couldn't help but burst into tears. The crystal tears fell on the dagger in her hand. At the same time, they also moistened her conflicted heart, seeming to reflect the depths of her struggling soul.
At dawn the next day, the morning light broke through the sky, and Xie Hongxin's special training plan kicked off in a tense and orderly atmosphere. Based on his solid foundation in martial arts, he devoted himself wholeheartedly to the study of the unique skills taught by Lin Xiaofeng. When the dawn first shines on the earth, Lu Sinan takes up the important task of teaching the customs and language of Mongolia, so that Xie Hongxin can speak well when facing the enemy, and throw out a few bold words that will shock the opponent.
The afternoon sun was as hot as fire, and there was a tense and warm atmosphere filling the courtyard of Lin Mansion. At this moment, Xie Hongxin seemed to be transformed into a god of war, practicing all the ruthless martial arts with all his strength: blowing sand like a sudden wind, awakening the whole body's strength; "monkey stealing peach" is so subtle and powerful that it can kill people; flirting The yin legs are as fast as lightning, making it difficult for people to guard against; the fast and fierce offensive is as powerful as fishing for the moon in the sea, hitting the vital points everywhere without any mercy. Lu Sinan, who was a sparring partner, was on the verge of collapse several times. He could only grit his teeth and endure the storm-like attacks on his lower body, with unconcealable despair and helplessness on his face.
After hearing the news, everyone from the Lin family came to watch. Witnessing this exciting duel, everyone was dumbfounded and in awe. Seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng felt that the training was too intense, and he couldn't help but feel a little hesitant, thinking about how to adjust the training methods to ensure victory without losing face. At this delicate moment, a deafening loud noise suddenly came from outside the hospital, causing everyone's eyes to turn to the door.
Lin Taohua was seen leading a group of servants with suitcases into the courtyard. Luo Huajun and Lao Ji were at the front of the group. When they saw Lin Xiaofeng, they quickly saluted respectfully and said hello. Lin Xiaofeng asked if the materials and people he brought were ready. Luo Huajun responded that everything was in place, and added that Wang Laoer had set up an inn in North Langfang as a temporary station.
Lin Xiaofeng ordered to open the boxes and check the weapons and equipment one by one. Each box contained a variety of weapons, as well as various armors carefully customized for Xie Hongxin - the Mingguang Armor was shining brightly, and the Gothic armor was like a myth from a knight's legend. Reappearance, Milanese armor has simple and practical lines, Indian armor is complex and gorgeous, and even Japanese-style armor is also included. Although these armors are imitated based on Internet data from previous lives, and the shapes may not be completely accurate, they are capable of fulfilling the important task of actual combat protection due to their unique charm and solid materials. Many of these sets of armor were personally supervised and supervised by Lin Xiaofeng. They were originally intended only for collection and viewing, but now they are deployed on the battlefield at critical moments.
Lin Xiaofeng carefully examined each set of armor, and finally selected the Milan armor, which seemed simple and unpretentious but was actually extremely practical. Luo Huajun was full of doubts about this choice and wondered why it took so much effort. Lin Xiaofeng explained that in four days there will be a duel involving life and death, honor and disgrace, and his opponent is the ancient Mongolian warrior Buhasihe who is nearly one foot tall. Luo Huajun was surprised after hearing this. While rummaging for weapons, he pulled out a long steel whip. He thought that the whip could restrain the spear, and Xie Hongxin's superb whip skills made it a good choice. However, this whip was quenched with venom. After hearing the news, Lin Xiaofeng frowned and made it clear that it was not advisable to use poisonous weapons.
Luo Huajun had no choice but to follow the order and choose again. After some consideration, he took out two dragon horn knives. They were light and flexible, which could effectively resist the sharp attack of the spear and avoid falling into a deadlock. Lin Xiaofeng took the Longjiao Knife and tried it out. He was quite satisfied with its lightness and flexibility, and finally decided to use these two knives as Xie Hongxin's weapons in the decisive battle. He shouted loudly to Xie Hongxin to suspend the attack and change weapons. Upon hearing the call, Xie Hongxin immediately stopped his violent attack on Lu Sinan. The latter was finally freed. At this time, he was extremely exhausted physically and mentally. He secretly vowed that he would not suffer such pain again tomorrow no matter what.
The next day, Milan's armor was displayed prominently in the courtyard, shining coldly in the sun. Xie Hongxin stepped towards the armor, with a look of dissatisfaction on his face, and a tone of questioning: "Master, why do you want to take out this heavy armor again? If I wear such heavy equipment, I'm afraid it will be difficult to use my fists and kicks." Lin Xiaofeng handed the dragon to him. He tried to ask for his opinion, but Xie Hongxin stubbornly refused to accept it and insisted on fighting with only his broad sword. Lin Xiaofeng knew that the battlefield was ruthless and persuaded him to at least wear some protective gear to reduce risks. However, Xie Hongxin was as determined as iron and said he was only willing to wear a pair of spiked shoulder armor as a means of self-defense. Afterwards, he showed off the skill of attacking the opponent, as if he had foreseen how he would use this skill to attack the opponent's bottom plate when they faced off again.
Luo Huajun interjected: "Even if the opponent has another flaw, how can someone with a spear get close easily?" He once again mentioned Lin Xiaofeng's previous suggestion of using a whip to fight against Buhasi's spear, thinking that this was the best way. Strategy. However, Xie Hongxin didn't care about this and was still immersed in his own world of cultivation. Upon seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng was unwilling but could only compromise, and arranged for Luo Huajun to go to the competition venue in advance to ensure that the troops and horses were properly dispatched and the defense was well laid out. At the same time, he also specifically confirmed whether Zhou Zhiwei had arrived at the scene and whether the band was ready. After learning that everything was in place, he decided to personally compose a morale-boosting song tonight in order to stimulate everyone's fighting spirit.
In Dexing Buzhuang, Lu Dexing poured a cup of hot tea for Yin Jiajin and listened to her inner struggle and revenge plan, feeling mixed emotions in his heart. He knew that this woman who seemed to be a distinguished guest of the Lin Mansion was actually a maid, and Lin Xiaofeng was not an ordinary person. He had tried many times to guide Yin Jiajin out of the whirlpool of revenge, but his repeated persuasion failed to change her determination. Seeing that she was living peacefully in the Lin Mansion, he stopped intervening too much. Every time we talk, Lu Dexing never forgets to remind Yin Jiajin that the power of the Disaster God Cult has declined, and hopes that she can put down her hatred and return to a peaceful life. However, at this moment, when he heard that Yin Jiajin wanted to assassinate the emperor while he was traveling, Lu Dexing was so heartbroken that he was even willing to take this risk on behalf of the princess.
Yin Jiajin took the hot tea and faced Lu Dexing's sincere and worried eyes, her face remained as determined as ever. She claimed that she must avenge her father with her own hands, and asked Lu Dexing to help obtain a hand crossbow that could be easily concealed. Although Lu Dexing repeatedly emphasized that the emperor was surrounded by many guards and that the assassination was tantamount to throwing himself into a trap, and this move would surely implicate countless innocent people, including the Lin family and even Lin Xiaofeng who had saved her life, Yin Jiajin never refused. Moved.
Yin Jiajin's face was slightly red, and she retorted with a bit of shyness and indignation. She bluntly said that although she was regarded as Lin Xiaofeng's maid by the outside world, she was actually Lin Xiaofeng's favorite person. She showed the ring given to her by Lin Xiaofeng as evidence. Seeing this, Lu Dexing changed his perspective and persuaded the princess as his lover, warning the princess that this move would definitely push Lin Xiaofeng to the edge of life and death. Yin Jiajin became even more excited, denying that Lin Xiaofeng would be involved in the matter, and vowed to assassinate him in a disfigured manner to ensure that no one would be implicated.
Lu Dexing knew that he could not shake the princess's determination, so he could only reluctantly take out a carefully adjusted hand crossbow and carefully handed it to Yin Jiajin. He repeatedly told him to use it carefully because there was only one arrow. Yin Jiajin was moved and said firmly that once the action was successful, the two of them would immediately sever their relationship, and then turned around and left decisively. Lu Dexing stared at her receding figure, his heart filled with sadness and worry. He could only go all out to prepare everything needed and pray that the princess's operation would go smoothly. However, deep in his heart, there was an incomparable feeling. Worry and uneasiness.
Dawn broke the next day, and the sun shone gently on the earth. Lin Xiaofeng led Xie Hongxin and his entourage to the Cuju venue in North Langfang. This trip has a dual mission: one is to familiarize everyone with the venue for the upcoming competition, and the other is to conduct an on-site inspection of the progress of the stadium renovation project. The emperor's personal visit was no small matter. This Cuju venue, which was specially set up for the common people, did not have exclusive seats for nobles, and the security facilities were relatively simple. In response, Lin Xiaofeng decisively ordered the workers to find another way and add a special area for the royal family to watch the game. The area of the site has been reduced by more than a quarter compared to the previous one, and sand was used instead of grass. All of this reflects the careful consideration of public acceptance and the actual number of people accommodated. However, the utensils used in Cuju - pig urine bubbles are poorly made and can only be used as a makeshift for the time being.
In this Cuju field filled with the smell of dust and sweat, Xie Hongxin and Luo Huajun were practicing a fierce duel. Luo Huajun held a spear in his hand and not only defended himself airtight, but also hung a silver bowl on his crotch to prevent sneak attacks. Xie Hongxin wielded his broad sword and launched attacks like a violent storm, but Luo Huajun's precise marksmanship was used to neutralize them one by one. Luo Huajun possesses unique skills. Although he is famous for his sword skills, his spear skills are also unparalleled in the world. The shadow of the gun is seen tumbling back and forth like a dragon. The scene of the two people's confrontation is like a vivid and dynamic picture, which attracts continuous cheers from the onlookers. During the contest, Xie Hongxin realized that it was difficult to break through the defense line with close attacks, so he suddenly thought of throwing a handful of sand. In an instant, the field was filled with dust and fog, and the figures were blurred and difficult to distinguish. Luo Huajun's curses could only be heard echoing in the fog. When the dust settled, Luo Huajun was seen sitting on the ground panting. The deflated silver bowl in his hand was pointed at Xie Hongxin, with an angry look on his face accusing him of being too cruel.
Lin Xiaofeng stood up after hearing the sound, walked towards Xie Hongxin with a smile, and praised: "Not bad! This style of play may be of great use against Buhasihe, and it will cause a big blow to his face." Then he instructed Luo Huajun to be present. Scatter nails in the middle and try to create more practical problems. However, Xie Hongxin firmly shook his head and refused: "Buhashe's pace is wide, so this trick may not be effective, and this is not an honest way to compete. I don't need to rely on complicated tactics to win." Faced with Xie Hongxin's persistence, Lin Xiaofeng, although helpless, also He could only agree and repeatedly told the two of them to continue training hard and make sure not to hurt Luo Huajun again.
Luo Huajun immediately stood up and competed with Xie Hongxin again. Lin Xiaofeng returned to the auditorium to watch the battle, and his heart was full of worries: Xie Hongxin was determined to confront Buhasihe head-on. In order to ensure victory, he obviously needed more resourcefulness and assistance.
At this moment, a burst of rapid footsteps broke the calm. Lin Taohua rushed over with a wooden box in her arms and shouted nervously: "Master, there is indeed something wrong with Mrs. Yin. Please take a look!" She opened the box and showed the contents. The hidden mask, dagger and a pair of exquisite small crossbows were all found during a secret search of Yin's bedroom last night and were hidden under the bed. Lin Taohua told about Yin's purchase of masks after returning from Dexing Buhang last night. She became suspicious, so she secretly searched the room and found these physical evidences.
When Lin Xiaofeng saw these objects, his expression changed suddenly. He was shocked and carefully examined the crossbow arrows. He knew that private possession of such weapons was strictly prohibited and it was impossible for ordinary women to own them. He tried to fire a crossbow arrow, but the bowstring broke and the arrow bounced out, almost hitting himself in the face. He couldn't help but scold him.
He looked at the dagger carefully again, and the pattern seemed familiar. Lin Taohua reminded him that the shape of the dagger resembled the royal sword of Shang Fang. Lin Xiaofeng called Luo Huajun for appraisal. Luo Huajun recognized it at a glance as a weapon made by the Haiyun royal family, and there was no doubt about it. He also recalled that the sword given by the emperor was also of a similar style, but he was forced to remove the inlaid jade, gold and silver ornaments when he fled.
Lin Xiaofeng held the dagger tightly and fell into deep contemplation. The worries in her heart were like waves crashing on the shore. It seems that Yin's identity is not simple, and may be inextricably linked to the royal family and even the God of Disaster Cult. Now various signs indicate that she is planning to assassinate the Holy Driver, and her intention is obvious. Fortunately, it was discovered in time, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous. Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but sigh as Yin concealed the murder weapon so carelessly.
Upon inquiry, we learned that Ms. Yin was currently out shopping, accompanied by a nursing attendant, and would return to the mansion in the evening. Lin Xiaofeng immediately ordered Luo Huajun to help identify people who might be involved in the palace. Luo Huajun admitted that his memory was vague, but he only remembered that a eunuch named Lu Dexing had extorted their property from the palace.
"Lu Dexing" and "Dexing Buxing", Lin Xiaofeng chewed the connection between these two names over and over in his mind, laughing at the recklessness of the God of Disaster Cult, even naming them so hastily. Even though he was so stupid, he still dared to attempt to overthrow the imperial court, which made him deeply despised. Therefore, Lin Xiaofeng decided to personally lead Luo Huajun to Dexing Buxing to find out what was going on, vowing to uncover the conspiracy hidden behind it.
During the day when business was light, Lu Dexing habitually took out a stool and sat in front of the shop, letting the sun shine all over his body, leisurely admiring the bustling crowds, and enjoying the rare comfort after the country was ruined and his family was destroyed. Although the threat of the God of Disaster Sect has collapsed like a building, and the worries in his mind have slightly subsided, as the secret spy of Xichang, he has always acted in a low-key manner. He once betrayed two core figures of the God of Disaster Sect who played an important role in Kyoto, so he thought he would be safe for the time being. thing. Such seemingly peaceful days, for him, are the happy expectations of his later life. However, the only thing that worries him is the princess who is only seventeen years old and has no experience in the world. She holds an ingenious crossbow in her hand, but lacks actual combat experience and assassination skills. Once her identity is exposed, how can she protect herself in the light of swords? Lu Dexing couldn't help but feel regret deep in his heart for failing to cruelly put the princess under house arrest yesterday. If something unexpected happened to the princess, he would not be able to escape the blame. However, he was already old and everything he had accumulated in his life might be enough to comfort him for the rest of his life. The shop could also be passed down to his adopted sons. All he wanted was a dignified and dignified way of ending his life—— Some commit suicide by drinking poisonous wine, or they end up hanging from a beam.
Just as Lu Dexing was leaning against the doorframe with tears in his eyes as his heart went back and forth, filled with grief, a burst of noise suddenly came from the distance. He hurriedly wiped away his tears and looked intently. His face turned pale instantly and his voice trembled: "Lin Xiaofeng is here!" After saying that, he quickly rushed into the backyard, eagerly summoned his right-hand assistants Xiaoqi, Jinzi and a group of cronies to the side, and nervously announced Order: "Lin Xiaofeng paid a sudden visit. I'm afraid the princess's affair has been exposed! The princess was still here last night, and is most likely still in the Lin Mansion at this moment. You all split up immediately. You must find the princess and take her safely to a mansion outside the city. Get up!" Lu Dexing had no intention of shrinking from the danger he was facing: "Our family has traveled around the world for many years, and we will be able to stabilize Lin Xiaofeng within half an hour!" As soon as he finished speaking, the store door opened with a bang.
After hearing the order, the four subordinates immediately dispersed to carry out their tasks, while Lu Dexing forced himself to remain calm and walked into the store with a smile. Lin Xiaofeng and Luo Huajun were seen standing aside. Luo Huajun showed a trace of doubt on his face, obviously not recognizing the true identity of the shopkeeper of the cloth shop. Lu Dexing secretly observed them and thought that although Lin Xiaofeng was young and vigorous, he would not be afraid of him; although Luo Huajun looked rough like a groom, his eyes revealed a familiar and fearless look. He felt uneasy, not knowing if he had been discovered or if it was a false alarm. In any case, in order to ensure the safety of the princess, he must order everyone to take immediate action.
Just as Lu Dexing was about to say greetings, Lin Xiaofeng gave an order coldly: "Take off his pants!" Luo Huajun rushed forward without hesitation, pressed Lu Dexing on the counter, and pulled off his pants, revealing his white buttocks. . After Lin Xiaofeng carefully examined it, he signaled to his men to take Lu Dexing away. Lu Dexing suffered such humiliation and struggled and screamed, but was knocked unconscious by Luo Huajun's palm and fell to the ground. The two people watched and laughed, claiming that this was the first time in their lives that they had seen the private parts of a eunuch.
Lin Xiaofeng sent Luo Huajun away to find the carriage, and searched the store carefully, and unexpectedly found two hundred taels of silver notes and five taels of scattered silver. After Luo Huajun returned, the two of them worked together to lift the unconscious Lu Dexing into the carriage. The driver was so frightened that his face turned pale and his hands and feet were cold. Upon seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng gave the coachman five taels of silver, lying that it was needed by the government to handle the case. After feeling a little reassured, the driver helped the two of them put Lu Dexing into the carriage. In order to prevent Lu Dexing from making any changes in the car, Lin Xiaofeng ordered Luo Huajun to bring some fabric to fill the gap. Seeing all this, the driver felt anxious and uneasy, but under the temptation of the generous reward, he finally gritted his teeth and drove away.
Soon after, the carriage returned to Lin Mansion. Lin Xiaofeng expressed appreciation for the driver's bold cooperation. The driver was trembling with fear. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and explained that it was not a gangster act, but in fact it was the government arresting a key criminal. To express his gratitude, Lin Xiaofeng gave the coachman some cloth as a reward, and then let him leave safely.
When Lu Dexing woke up, he found that he had been tied to a chair and his original beard and hair had been shaved cleanly. Lin Xiaofeng sat across from him and thought deeply, while Luo Huajun stood next to him and laughed: "It turns out it's you, an old thief, Lu Dexing, and we meet again today!" Mentioning the old incident of being extorted of twenty taels of silver, Luo Huajun threatened to pay back a hundred times today. Lin Xiaofeng chuckled and responded: "How can he still have money? All his money belongs to me!" Luo Huajun took over the conversation, and Lin Xiaofeng took out the two hundred taels of silver notes from his arms and threw it to him, jokingly Said: "Take it, consider it as your labor fee! Stop indulging in the fireworks place and troubling your brain. Look, you can't remember anything now!" Luo Huajun took it and was beaming with joy. He argued that the more he visited the brothel, the more energetic he became. , Lin Xiaofeng just smiled indifferently and made no comment.
Lu Dexing seemed to wake up from a nightmare. The stinging sensation of cold water splashing on his face instantly woke him up from his trance. The humiliation he had just suffered lingered in his mind, and he recalled that he had been traveling around the world all his life, but now he encountered such a person who acted out of common sense, and was stripped of his clothes before he even opened his mouth. If he was ten years ago, Lin Xiaofeng would be like this The character has long been eliminated. At this moment, Lu Dexing was full of resentment, and his face was flushed. He heard Lin Xiaofeng sarcastically say: "Look, his face is as ashamed as a monkey's butt!" Luo Huajun followed closely, threatening to castrate him. Unless he confesses quickly. Lu Dexing responded tremblingly, insisting that he was an innocent citizen and was willing to pay a lot of money in exchange for forgiveness.
Lin Xiaofeng and Luo Huajun exchanged a tacit look at each other, knowing that Lu Dexing was still pretending to be ignorant and conciliatory. Luo Huajun was eager to try and wanted to teach Lu Dexing a lesson with fists and kicks, but Lin Xiaofeng was more willing to tease and see through and expose Lu Dexing's disguise. Lu Dexing endured the humiliation and tried his best to maintain his composure, but in his heart he was only concerned about the safety of the princess, hoping to delay time and stabilize the two of them. Facing Lin Xiaofeng's sharp sword-like gaze and cold questioning, Lu Dexing panicked and defended himself, even mentioning his childhood injury experience to try to prove his innocence. But deep down in his heart, he was ready to defend himself no matter what. preparation.
Lin Xiaofeng revealed that Lu Dexing had interacted with him in Beilangfang, but Lu Dexing still pretended not to know. Lin Xiaofeng signaled Lu Dexing to face Luo Huajun in front of him. Luo Huajun immediately stepped forward, grabbed Lu Dexing's hair, and scolded him for blackmailing money back then. Lu Dexing recalled the past at this moment, with shock and astonishment on his face. Luo Huajun further questioned him about the fact that he had received money but not done anything. Lu Dexing was in great pain. It was not until Lin Xiaofeng stopped him that Luo Huajun let go of his hand angrily.
When Lu Dexing recognized Luo Huajun in front of him as the victim that day, his expression suddenly changed, and he finally stopped hiding it and admitted that he was Lu Dexing, the eunuch of Haiyun Kingdom. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng smiled contemptuously and reminded Lu Dexing that the Haiyun Kingdom had long been wiped out. Lu Dexing's grief and anger were beyond words, and he vowed to die unwilling to bow his head and beg for mercy. Lin Xiaofeng responded calmly and suggested that as long as Lu Dexing cooperated, he might be able to give him a way out, citing Luo Huajun as an example. Lu Dexing was furious and called Luo Huajun a traitor, which triggered a fierce counterattack from Luo Huajun. Upon seeing this, Lin Xiaofeng promptly stopped the conflict that was about to escalate.
Lin Xiaofeng began to ask about the relationship between Lu Dexing and Yin Jiajin and her true identity in Haiyun Kingdom, but Lu Dexing remained taciturn and refused to reveal a word no matter how coerced and induced Lin Xiaofeng was. Lin Xiaofeng understood that Lu Dexing could not pry open his mouth in a short time, so he calmly revealed the coincidence of Lu Dexing's name "Dexing". After hearing this, Lu Dexing explained that the name came from his loyal character. However, Lin Xiaofeng contemptuously mentioned Lu Dexing's status as an eunuch, which immediately aroused Lu Dexing's anger.
Lin Xiaofeng said leisurely that he could capture or release others. No one in the palace knew Lu Dexing's situation at this time, so he proposed a deal. Although Lu Dexing felt extremely angry and humiliated about this, under such a severe situation, he could only wait and wait for the opportunity. Lin Xiaofeng drank tea leisurely, and his words revealed his absolute control over Lu Dexing's fate. A battle of wits and courage began, and the tension in the air was like a taut bowstring, about to break out.
Lu Dexing's eyes were sunken, and his eyes were like sharp arrows directed towards Lin Xiaofeng, asking for the specific content of the transaction. There was a meaningful smile on Lin Xiaofeng's lips, and she spoke eloquently: "Yin Jiajin frequently comes in and out of my mansion, and she holds royal weapons in her hands. These signs are enough to reveal that her identity is extraordinary. I am not a hard-hearted person, but Mrs. Yin has lived in my house for more than a year and has a deep relationship with me and my family. I cannot bear to kill her, nor can I let her leave easily. Today I propose to exchange gold and silver for her life and death. It depends on how much you are willing to pay.”
Hearing this, Lu Dexing had an expression of astonishment and ridicule on his face. He responded sarcastically: "It turns out that you, my lord, usually act as honest as ice for the country and the people, but in private you can't resist the temptation of money." Temptation." Lin Xiaofeng's smile did not fade and he responded calmly: "If I were as detached from the world as you said, how could I allow you to live today? The salary in the court is meager and the life of your family is difficult. Do we, the officials, have to sit back and watch those who use clever names and exact excessive taxes? People enjoy wealth and glory, but we can only endure hunger and poverty? If the law of heaven still exists, we will never tolerate such injustice. In desperation, we have no choice but to find a way to survive in the gray area. "
Faced with the reality, Lu Dexing could only nod with a wry smile and agreed to the deal, but insisted on meeting Yin Jiajin first. Lin Xiaofeng agreed without hesitation and expressed his appreciation for Lu Dexing's loyalty and integrity. After Luo Huajun took the order and left, Lin Xiaofeng returned to the study alone, holding the dagger tightly in his hand and rubbing it repeatedly. His thoughts drifted to the mystery of Yin Jiajin's life experience. He was glad that he had discerned the mystery in time and avoided a possible catastrophe. He decided to interrogate Yin Jiajin with Lu Dexing that night to uncover the truth hidden behind it.
As the night grew darker, Lin Xiaofeng walked into Yin Jiajin's room again and searched carefully. His eyes passed over every tiny trace of life, and he couldn't help but sigh that this seemingly humble maid was actually pursuing quality in an ordinary life. When his eyes fell on a ring hidden in the dressing box, he was shocked - this was the token he gave to Yin Jiajin. However, a search failed to find any more clues. At this moment, Lin Taohua hurriedly came to report that Yin Jiajin had escaped and the guard was knocked unconscious. Faced with this unexpected situation, Lin Xiaofeng remained calm and immediately ordered the city gate to be strictly guarded. At the same time, Lin Taohua was given a slight punishment for her dereliction of duty, and she was given three days to retrieve Yin Jiajin, otherwise she would face severe punishment. Lin Xiaofeng's move not only warned everyone that they must pay great attention to this matter, but also showed his calm judgment and decisive decision-making ability in the development of complex situations.
The disappearance of Yin Jiajin was like a heavy boulder weighing on Lin Xiaofeng's heart. He knew that the matter was of great importance, so he decisively ordered Lin Taohua to search across the city. Lin Taohua took the order and left, but heavy troops had already been deployed at the city gate. She expected that Yin Jiajin and her accomplices would choose to hide their whereabouts temporarily. Lin Xiaofeng was convinced of Lin Taohua's ability and went to Beilang Daily to handle matters in person the next day. On the way, he accidentally met Li Dexian. Li Dexian asked with concern how Xie Hongxin was preparing for the match. Lin Xiaofeng confidently replied that everything was under control and warmly invited Li Dexian to come and watch the match. When Li Dexian heard that there was such a wonderful competition to watch, he immediately became energetic. However, due to urgent matters, he could only say goodbye and leave in a hurry. At this moment, a group of reporters with keen sense of smell swarmed in and reported to Lin Xiaofeng that the prince ordered officials to ban officials from entering private restaurants for rectification. Lin Xiaofeng promised to convey the people's voices to the prince and asked everyone to actively collect more people's opinions.
Immediately afterwards, Lin Xiaofeng rushed to Xiang Xiehong's office non-stop to conduct in-depth discussions on the publicity work of the competition. After careful calculation, the two found that the only 20,000 seats might not be able to satisfy the rising enthusiasm of the masses, so they decided to mobilize the environmental protection team, the Three Gods Gang, and their own forces, and even considered selling tickets to create greater momentum. They also plan to train the audience to chant slogans to add a lively and exciting atmosphere to the competition. Despite the tight schedule, Xiang Xiehong did not hesitate to commit to doing his best to complete the task. Regarding the name of the competition, Lin Xiaofeng proposed to name it the "First World's Best Martial Arts Conference". The two participating parties were the ancient Mongolian warrior Buhashe and Xie Hongxin, whose pseudonym was Dongfang Bubai (actually nicknamed Sangbiao). Although Xiang Xiehong had some doubts about the name "Martial Arts Club", Lin Xiaofeng insisted on making it an annual event, so as to select brave men in the court and completely prevent Haiyun Kingdom from bribery. The phenomenon of becoming the number one scholar occurs.
Lin Xiaofeng, who originally planned to go to the stadium to check on Xie Hongxin's training situation, thought for a short time that this move would not be of practical help, so he returned to his residence instead. As soon as she stepped through the door, Lin Taohua heard exciting news: Yin Jiajin had been found and tied to the bed. Lin Xiaofeng was surprised and followed Lin Taohua to Yin Jiajin's room, and saw her tied up and with a piece of cloth stuffed in her mouth. When Yin Jiajin saw Lin Xiaofeng, her face was full of shame and she immediately buried her head deeply in the quilt. Lin Xiaofeng praised Lin Taohua's efficient mobility, and then asked her how she quickly targeted and found Yin Jiajin. Lin Taohua signaled to go out and talk in detail. Yin Jiajin was the only one left in the room, staring at the closed door with tearful eyes, but she heard Lin Xiaofeng's hearty laughter coming from outside the door.
Outside the door, Lin Taohua slowly recounted the entire process of capturing Yin Jiajin as if telling a story. Sometimes they laughed loudly because of the joy of success, and sometimes lowered their voices to discuss the details. Inside the house, Yin Jiajin was tied to the bed alone, her mind like a kite with its string broken, wavering in helplessness and despair. The day before, she was accidentally discovered by the virtuous eunuch Lu Dexing while shopping. In order to avoid the limelight, she was secretly taken to a hidden house in the capital to hide. The original plan to assassinate the emperor has become out of reach. Now We can only hope to lie dormant and wait for the opportunity. However, this choice meant that her relationship with the Lin family would be completely broken. She originally planned to leave a farewell letter, but she never expected that she would be discovered and captured so quickly. Yin Jiajin's thoughts were racing throughout the long night, and she could not sleep. She was taken back to the residence by the Lin Mansion Nursing Home early the next morning. When Lin Xiaofeng heard that Yin Jiajin was still sleeping, he couldn't help but scolded Lin Taohua severely. Then he stared at Yin Jiajin's sleeping face, and the anger in his heart burned even more intensely.
At the same time, Lu Dexing also spent an anxious night in the dark. When he learned that Lin Xiaofeng had returned, his inner alarm went off, knowing that Yin Jiajin might have been rescued and that he was at a critical juncture of life and death. Lin Xiaofeng told Lu Dexing that Yin Jiajin was still sleeping soundly, and asked him in a slightly contemptuous and mocking tone how much ransom he was willing to pay and Yin Jiajin's true identity. Lu Dexing sneered at this, insisting that he did not believe that the princess would be in his hands, and questioned Lin Xiaofeng's qualifications to negotiate terms with him. However, Lin Xiaofeng calmly revealed Lu Dexing's secret villa in the south of the city, implying that he had grasped the fact that the princess had been found, and that his men had also revealed their flaws.
Faced with Lin Xiaofeng's pressing situation, Lu Dexing was horrified but still insisted on seeing Yin Jiajin in person, and was full of doubts and vigilance about the transaction plan proposed by Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng bluntly stated that if the two of them were directly escorted to the emperor or tortured, they could gain huge benefits; at the same time, he also raised another possibility, which is to imitate Luo Huajun and stay in the palace to serve. As soon as he said this, Lu Dexing's face instantly turned pale. He couldn't believe that Lin Xiaofeng dared to take in an important person from Haiyun Guoxi Factory. Lin Xiaofeng explained that he believed that Lu Dexing was a rare talent. In addition, Emperor Jingjiang was starting to rebuild the Jinyiwei and was in urgent need of people with special abilities like him to assist. After weighing the pros and cons, Lu Dexing, although full of doubts, finally had to accept Lin Xiaofeng's proposal under the current severe situation, but he put forward a prerequisite - he must meet Yin Jiajin in person. Lin Xiaofeng agreed without hesitation, promising to immediately arrange for Yin Jiajin to come to meet him, and announced that he would accept Lu De as the housekeeper, and asked him to hand over all his belongings before he can take office tomorrow, while Yin Jiajin will continue to stay in the mansion as a maid. Proceed as usual. Lu Dexing had mixed feelings in his heart. Although he was full of suspicion about Lin Xiaofeng's motives, under the current situation, he had no choice but to compromise.
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Indoors, Yin Jiajin was sleeping in a hotbed of dreams, her delicate face flushed with a faint blush, and her slightly parted red lips seemed to be whispering a beautiful fantasy. Lin Xiaofeng quietly walked into the room, with a deep-seated conversation plan in mind. He knew very well that Lu Dexing was cunning and changeable. Although he had agreed to the conditions, he could not guarantee that there was no hidden method behind him. Lin Xiaofeng's inner affection for Yin Jiajin grew stronger, and he decided to take this opportunity to further explore her secrets. He brought a mazaar, sat down by the bed, shook the object in his hand, and looked at her sleeping state with burning eyes. She was seen wearing new clothes, and although the binding method was rough and casual, it was obviously not carefully planned. In Lin Xiaofeng's wandering thoughts, he felt Yin Jiajin's breath gently brushing his face. It was an indescribable and strange emotion.
Lin Xiaofeng leaned down, got close to Yin Jiajin's ear, and said in a low and powerful voice: "Haiyun is dead." These words were like a bolt from the blue, waking Yin Jiajin from her dream. She looked at Lin Xiaofeng with tears in her eyes. Lin Xiaofeng looked serious but caring and comforted: "There is no need to be afraid of nightmares, the young master is here." Yin Jiajin was full of doubts, looking scared and confused. Lin Xiaofeng raised an intriguing smile, and then asked her about the secret in her heart, pressing harder and harder. Yin Jiajin tried her best to stay calm and firmly denied everything.
Suddenly, Lin Xiaofeng took out the dagger in his hand and asked about its origin. This made Yin Jiajin suddenly confused and tried to cover up the truth. Lin Xiaofeng chuckled, pointed out her insincerity without mercy, and revealed the "Jin" mark on the dagger. Facing the overwhelming evidence, Yin Jiajin was speechless and could no longer defend herself. Lin Xiaofeng approached again and revealed that her purpose of stealing the dagger was actually to assassinate the emperor, so as to break her psychological defense first and avoid future troubles.
Yin Jiajin lowered her head and remained silent. Lin Xiaofeng's tall figure was projected on her, making her even more nervous. Lin Xiaofeng recalled the past and asked her heartbrokenly why she wanted to live up to the Lin family's life-saving grace, adoption love, and all the preferential treatment she received in the house, and even planned such a dangerous thing. Yin Jiajin struggled with conflicts in her heart, tears rolled down her face, and she reluctantly admitted her gratitude to the Lin family, but she remained tight-lipped about the assassination of the emperor.
When Lin Xiaofeng saw this, he showed deep helplessness, so he comforted her softly, saying that he had actually known her identity as a Haiyun national for a long time, and revealed that there were spies in the capital, so it was not easy for Yin Jiajin to live a stable life in the Lin family. Lin Xiaofeng painfully asked her why she gave up the protection of the Lin family and insisted on planning the assassination. When Yin Jiajin heard these words, her whole body trembled, tears burst out of her eyes, and she remained silent.
Lin Xiaofeng gently stroked her black hair, her tone gradually became softer, and she began to talk about how she had already figured out the truth about her identity. The reason why she chose to hide it was because she missed her old relationship and couldn't bear to see her suffer. torment. Lin Xiaofeng patiently told how he withstood many risks for her and secretly protected her. When Yin Jiajin heard these words, she was so shocked that she looked at Lin Xiaofeng with tears in her eyes. Only then did she realize that he had already understood everything. Lin Xiaofeng was filled with emotion, and she was once again reminded of the dangerous environment in the capital, and the tremendous pressure and hardship she had endured silently. Yin Jiajin's heart was filled with mixed feelings and tears filled her eyes. She listened quietly to Lin Xiaofeng's words and fell into deep reflection and guilt.
I once had deep expectations, like a seed buried deep in the soil, longing to spend time with you and build a home that carries our common memories. However, in the twists and turns of life, we realize as if the dust has settled that you and I are two lifelines pointing in different directions, each extending on the vast journey of life. The expectation that was once as affectionate as the sea has now turned into the autumn water and disappeared without a trace in this vast world.
Lin Xiaofeng looked up at the sky, and that long and melancholy sigh seemed to carry a thousand pounds of regret, just like the thick fog that weighed heavily on his heart at dusk, making people breathless. When Yin Jiajin heard this lament, it was like a thunderbolt suddenly appearing in the clear sky, which instantly shocked her heart and soul. Her tears were like broken pearls, falling hot and falling, intertwining into a beautiful and sad picture.
Unexpectedly, Lin Xiaofeng had already figured out the true identity hidden behind Yin Jiajin, and guarded her silently in the dark, like a silent stone statue; while Yin Jiajin was immersed in the flames of revenge, unaware of it, and just wanted to kill her in a decisive way. Cut off all ties in this troubled world. Those once shining good times were now like exposed rocks after low tide, sharply piercing Yin Jiajin's heart. She burst into tears with constant ripples, and confided to Lin Xiaofeng: "I would rather bear all the pain alone, and even choose to wear a The cold mask ended the dispute with a gesture of self-sacrifice.”
Lin Xiaofeng's face changed countless times in an instant, and finally returned to his usual indifferent attitude, but there were deep emotional waves hidden under that calmness. When he learned that Yin Jiajin intended to assassinate the emperor, he couldn't help but secretly feel lucky for her immaturity and impulsiveness, and at the same time, he felt a trace of pity in his heart. He quickly took the sobbing Yin Jiajin into his arms, patted her back gently, and comforted her with gentle words: "Fortunately, I revealed the truth at the critical moment and prevented you from making a big mistake."
Lin Xiaofeng further explored the secret of Yin Jiajin's identity, and she finally revealed frankly that she was Jin Jiaying, the most noble third princess of Haiyun Kingdom. This revelation caused Lin Xiaofeng's complexion to change suddenly. In addition to being shocked, a huge wave was stirred up in his heart, which was difficult to calm down for a long time. Asked again about her relationship with the God of Disaster Sect, Jin Jiaying firmly stated that she was completely out of its control and would draw a clear line from the past.
When asked why she didn't take action on the prince, Jin Jiaying said bluntly that she didn't want to cause any unnecessary trouble and danger to Lin Xiaofeng. After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng was deeply touched by this selfless consideration. As for how Lin Taohua discovered Jin Jiaying's traces, it actually stemmed from Jin Jiaying's almost stringent requirements for the quality of life, especially a unique toilet she customized in the capital. Such a luxurious move was keenly captured by the meticulous Lin Taohua, and she arranged it immediately The porcelain shop was closely monitored by manpower, which eventually led to Jin Jiaying's secret being exposed.
Faced with the confusion and unknown in Jin Jiaying's future, Lin Xiaofeng resolutely decided to take on the role of protector. He solemnly promised to help Jin Jiaying get rid of the troubles caused by her old identity, properly handle the disputes related to Lu Dexing, and ensure that she can be in the capital. Live a stable and normal life. Lin Xiaofeng carefully placed Jin Jiaying on the bed to rest, and then called the astute Lin Taohua, told her the secret of Jin Jiaying's true identity, and ordered the preparation of the corresponding contract documents so that subsequent matters can proceed smoothly.
Lin Xiaofeng turned and left, leaving Jin Jiaying alone on the couch, her thoughts rushing like a river, her emotions surging, and the picture of the future slowly unfolding. Lin Taohua, on the other hand, was full of surprises and hurriedly plunged into the new busyness. Everything quietly kicked off at this turning point, indicating that a brand new story was about to be staged.
Lin Taohua holds the pen like a dragon and a snake flying, and every word is perfectly engraved on the contract of sale. This contract carries special meaning and heavy moral weight. She carefully presented the contract to Lin Xiaofeng, as if presenting a contract of destiny. Lin Xiaofeng took the scroll and his eyes wandered over the paper word by word. Every word he read was as steady and powerful as a weight settling down. Until the end, he nodded slightly, deeply feeling the solemnity and appropriateness of the contract. In view of the fact that both Jin Jiaying and Lu Dexing are from the Haiyun Kingdom and are not directly bound by the Jingjiang legal system, this specially made contract is extraordinary. It abandons the complicated legal provisions and adopts a more solemn and moral contract. The relationship was established in the form of an oath, which clearly required Jin Jiaying's father to swear an oath as a loyal servant and as a bond of flesh and blood, hoping that this invisible force would be enough to maintain the safety of the two of them.
However, Lin Xiaofeng knew that the current situation was treacherous and ever-changing, and a mere agreement was not enough to ensure that nothing went wrong. So he decided to secretly arrange personnel to closely monitor the two people's movements and take preventive measures, lest any emergencies occur.
After everything was properly taken care of, Lin Xiaofeng walked into the room where Jin Jiaying was sitting again, untied the rope that bound her with his own hands, held her hand tightly, and led her to see Lu Dexing like a loving guide leading a lost lamb. At this moment, Jin Jiaying's mind was like a tangled mess, and a shy blush quietly appeared on her cheeks. Lin Xiaofeng's words were like a beacon in the fog. Although they illuminated the road ahead, they also added a bit of confusion to the originally complicated mood. He persuaded Lu in a low voice and proposed to ask Lu Dexing to hand over all his belongings to avoid causing greater trouble, and promised to accumulate a generous dowry for him. The word "dowry" was like a groundbreaking word, causing ripples in Jin Jiaying's heart. , making her mood even more ups and downs.
The two of them came to Lu Dexing hand in hand. Lu Dexing was secretly happy when he saw that Jin Jiaying was safe and sound. However, when he caught a glimpse of the intimate gesture between her and Lin Xiaofeng, he couldn't help but feel a raging anger in his chest. Although the situation was pressing, he could only endure it. Angry, he glared at Lin Xiaofeng. At this time, Lin Xiaofeng released Jin Jiaying's hand at the right time, with an intriguing smile on his lips, and asked Lu Dexing if he was willing to fulfill his promise.
When Lu Dexing learned of the shocking identity reveal of the "Third Princess", he was surprised and full of doubts. However, he carefully observed that Jin Jiaying showed no signs of being coerced, so he asked Lin Xiaofeng to untie him first so that they could talk in private. Lin Xiaofeng readily agreed and untied Lu Dexing.
After Lin Xiaofeng exited the room, Lu Dexing rushed forward to check on Jin Jiaying's condition, and saw tears shining in her eyes. Although her mood fluctuated violently, she was not hurt in any way. (End of chapter)
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