Daming: Dad, you are really not good at governing the country

The night was like thick ink, hanging heavily over the sky of Datong Prefecture.

This ancient city was shrouded in a layer of depressing haze.

The Tang Mansion, which was already solemn and dignified under the moonlight, now looked like a dormant giant beast with its eaves and rafters outlined by the dim light and shadow, exuding a cold aura.

The corridors in the palace are winding like a sleeping dragon, connecting the pavilions and towers that are scattered around.

On weekdays, this place is quiet and peaceful, like a paradise.

But at this moment, the place was filled with an atmosphere of suppressed tension, like the calm before a storm.

Tang Duo, the Minister of War who had experienced decades of ups and downs in the officialdom, was standing in the study, his expression as solemn as the cold moon half covered by dark clouds outside the window.

He narrowed his eyes slightly and stared out the window, as if trying to see through the thick night and the impending crisis.

After a moment, Tang Duo turned around and whispered to Wang Chongli beside him: "Chongli, in my opinion, the Jinyiwei may have already made some moves.

The current situation is extremely critical and requires no delay.

You should leave quickly through the secret passage and go to the army without stopping to arrange all matters properly.

I will be in charge of handling the situation here."

Wang Chongli came from a poor family, but with his outstanding talent and unyielding perseverance, he made a name for himself in the treacherous officialdom.

He is an upright person, with a stubborn and honest nature.

At this moment, Wang Chongli showed a worried look on his face, and said hesitantly: "Sir Tang, it is really inappropriate for you to deal with such a dangerous situation alone.

What if... this..."

Tang Duo raised his hand to interrupt him, his tone unquestionable, as firm as a huge bell.

“Stop talking!

I have been in this officialdom for many years. What kind of storms have I not seen?

I know how to handle this kind of situation.

The mission you shoulder is of utmost importance.

There is no room for error in military affairs.

You must ensure that nothing goes wrong, this is the most important thing right now!"

As Tang Duo spoke, he looked at Wang Chongli sharply.

That look contained not only the majesty of a superior, but also deep trust in him.

Wang Chongli gritted his teeth, knowing that the situation was urgent and there was no point in saying more.

He bowed and said loudly: "In this case, take care!
I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

After saying this, Wang Chongli turned around without hesitation and walked quickly towards the hidden secret door in the corner of the study.

The secret passage was filled with a damp and foul smell, and the torches on the walls flickered faintly.

The light and shadows flickered, as if they would be swallowed up by the darkness at any time.

Wang Chongli's figure appeared and disappeared in the dim light, as if he would be completely submerged in the darkness in the next second.

Tang Duo straightened his clothes, took a deep breath, and tried to calm himself down.

He walked out of the study with steady steps.

The cold wind whistled through the courtyard, like sharp blades cutting Tang Duo's face, making his clothes rustle.

Tang Duo thought to himself: If the Jinyiwei come, how should I deal with it cleverly?

How can we find a chance of survival for ourselves and the forces behind us in this complicated situation?
As the sound of footsteps in the distance gradually approached, the sound was like a heavy hammer, hitting Tang Duo's heart again and again.

Tang Duo subconsciously tightened his grip on the jade pendant around his waist, which was given to him by a close friend during a life-and-death struggle in officialdom many years ago.

This jade pendant carries many memories and strength from the past, as if giving him a little comfort and courage in this critical moment.

Finally, the red door of the Tang Mansion was suddenly opened with a loud "bang", which was particularly harsh in the silent night, like a thunder. A group of Jinyiwei rushed in like a tide. They were dressed in flying fish clothes, with embroidered spring swords on their waists, and their expressions were grim, as if they were messengers from hell.

The leader of the Jinyiwei, Wang Danian, had an arrogant look on his face.

His eyes flashed with disdain, and he sneered, "Master Tang, where are you going in such a hurry?"

Tang Duo looked calm, clasped his hands, and said in a neither humble nor arrogant manner: "Sir, what is the meaning of this action?
Why did you mobilize so many troops to besiege my residence?
I hope you can clarify this.”

Although he appeared calm on the surface, he was rapidly thinking of a countermeasure in his mind.

At the same time, Tang Duo observed the expressions of the Jinyiweis subtly, trying to find a clue from their subtle expressions.

Wang Danian snorted coldly, his face full of impatience.

"Sir Tang, someone reported that you were involved in the Shanxi military incident.

I have received an order from above to investigate you. Please cooperate with me, sir."

Tang Duo secretly hated it in his heart, but he remained calm and said calmly: "Master Qianhu, there must be a misunderstanding.

I have always been law-abiding and have served the court conscientiously.

I really know nothing about the Shanxi military horses.

I hope the Master of the Thousand Households will understand clearly!"

As he spoke, Tang Duo cleverly observed Wang Danian's expression, trying to find flaws in his subtle changes in expression.

Wang Danian waved his hand and said impatiently: "Whether there is a misunderstanding or not, we will know after checking.

Brothers, search for me! "

Hearing the noise, the Jinyiwei rushed into the mansion like wolves and tigers and began searching everywhere.

They acted violently and mercilessly, turning the tidy mansion into chaos.

Tang Duo stood there seemingly calm and composed, occasionally reminding the Jinyiwei to be careful not to destroy the items in the mansion at will, showing his demeanor as a great man.

But he was extremely anxious in his heart and prayed silently that Wang Chongli could make all the arrangements smoothly.

Tang Duo looked around and saw that the courtyard he was familiar with had completely changed.

There were searching figures everywhere beside the rockery and among the flowers, and a feeling of powerlessness came over me.

Just as the Jinyiwei were rummaging through the study, a small flag officer of the Jinyiwei accidentally triggered a hidden mechanism on the bookshelf.

Suddenly there was a dull sound, and pungent smoke came out from the corner of the study and quickly spread.

"Ahem...what is this!?"

The Jinyiwei suddenly became panicked, and coughing sounds occurred one after another.

The smoke rolled and surged under the dim light, and shadowy figures were swaying, as if they were snatching important items.

Wang Danian shouted loudly: "Hold still! Don't panic!"

While trying to identify the situation in the smoke, he secretly speculated on the secret behind this mechanism.

He couldn't help but feel a little puzzled. How many unknown secrets did Tang Duo have?

Tang Duo stood aside, seemingly calm, but his eyes were fixed on the movements in the smoke, and he was thinking quickly about how to deal with the situation.

This mechanism was set up by him in his early years to prevent unexpected events. Now that it has been activated, I wonder what kind of changes it will bring?
At this time, there was a commotion outside the door, and a voice shouted, "I want to see Captain Wang Danian. I am the key witness!"

Tang Duo's heart trembled and he looked in the direction of the voice.

I saw a man in plain clothes being stopped outside by the Jinyiwei. He had a firm gaze and exuded a mysterious aura.

When Tang Duo saw this person, an unfathomable look flashed across his face.

He thought to himself: I wonder what impact this person's appearance will have on the situation?
Wang Danian frowned, kept an eye on the situation in the smoke, and gestured to bring the mysterious man in.

(End of this chapter)