Tang Dynasty: The poisonous scholar in the Eastern Palace, please abdicate and let the wise one take

Chapter 158 An unexpected person!
After Li Shimin's traveling group left Chang'an City, the city returned to its usual bustle.

A newspaper seller walked through the streets, waving newspapers in his hands, shouting and calling out.

"Selling newspapers, the scholar Bu Fan has come back to life, and Taoist Chen has swept away demons and monsters!"

Bring back to life?

Can people really come back to life after death?
Who is Taoist Chen?
"Give me one."

"Give me one too."

After hearing the voice of the newsman, fans of the fox spirit story couldn't help but call out to the newsman and buy a copy from them.

I want to see how the dead Bu Fan came back to life, and what the origin of the Taoist Chen who swept away the demons is.

Compared to these long-awaited readers, Su Chen was more curious about what the snake demon story in Mingyan Newspaper was about today.

"Lu Fei, go buy a copy of Ming Yan newspaper."

"it is good."

Lu Fei nodded and walked over, greeted the newsman from Mingyan Newspaper, bought a newspaper from him, and handed it to Su Chen.

When Su Chen unfolded the newspaper and took a look, he was immediately delighted.

Sun Qiang laughed and said, "Mingyan Newspaper is only capable of this little bit. They even copied the portrait."

Mingyan newspaper had a picture of a charming snake demon, especially its slender snake tail, which was extremely conspicuous and gave people a feeling of demonic aura.

In contrast, the fox demon released by Tianxia Newspaper is a little more restrained and focuses more on the portrayal of human nature.

Lu Fei laughed and said, "You are at your wit's end. Mingyan Newspaper only made it big by poaching our talents."

"Now, they can't come up with content that's attractive enough, so they can only imitate us."

Su Chen shook his head. "Not entirely. For example, some of the articles on the Imperial College are very well written."

"Is it?"

Sun Qiang looked curious, "Why can't I understand it?"

Su Chen: "I don't understand it either."

Sun Qiang: “???”

Lu Fei: "Sir, what do you think is good?"

Su Chen: "After all, the articles were written by the scholars of the Imperial College. They are better than ours."

"We should give some recognition to this aspect. As for the quality of the article, the great scholars will judge for themselves."

Sun Qiang and the other man were immediately happy.

Su Chen flipped through the newspaper with a smile and was soon attracted by a corner of it.

The drought in Henan Prefecture spread to six other regions, including Hebei Province, Hedong Province, and Duji Province.

Su Chen stared at the news in the newspaper, and a chill suddenly rose in his heart. Didn't Li Chengqian say that the drought in Henan Province has been brought under control?

How could this happen?
After a severe flood, there will be a severe drought; after a severe drought, there will be a severe earthquake; after a severe earthquake, there will be a severe disaster!

Su Chen clenched the folding fan in his hand, pointed at the news in the newspaper and said in a deep voice: "Lu Fei, you must take your men out of the city immediately and go to Duji Road to investigate this matter!"

"be quick!"

Lu Fei and the other man had never seen Su Chen with such an expression. After glancing at the contents of the newspaper, they were suddenly startled. Lu Fei immediately clasped his fists, stood up and left.

Dugi Province is the closest to Chang'an City, and a round trip only takes about three days.

We must find out within three days whether the drought is real!
Watching Lu Fei leave, Su Chen knocked his head and glanced at the newspaper on the table. He always felt that there was a layer of fog hidden in it, which was enveloping them.

"How long is left until the morning court ends?"

Su Chen looked up at the sky.

Sun Qiang pondered and said, "It's hard to say. After all, His Majesty is traveling to escape the heat today, and most of the government affairs in the court are handled by the Crown Prince and Prime Minister Fang."

"Even if it's a little slower, it will be over before noon, right?"

The crown prince was regent, assisted by Fang Xiang and others.

Li Chengqian must play this role well in front of everyone.

The morning court may end a little late, but definitely not early!

and so.

Can't wait for him.

"Who told the prince that the drought in Henan Province has been brought under control?"

"This……"

Sun Qiang shook his head awkwardly, "I don't know."

"Check it out! We must find out!"

"it is good."

Sun Qiang nodded, and just as he was about to get up and leave, he seemed to have thought of something, "I'm leaving, what are you going to do?"

"Why don't I take you back home first? If that doesn't work, I can go smell the incense or go to the ice shop."

Although Sun Qiang has been following Su Chen, he has never forgotten the purpose of following Su Chen.

That is to protect him!

Especially after the previous assassination incident, there were always people following Su Chen.

"No need, you should check it now and make sure it is clear!"

Su Chen shook his head and said in a deep voice: "Don't attract other people's attention!"

"it is good!"

Sun Qiang hesitated and stood up to leave.

Su Chen touched the homemade rifle on his waist. He always carried this thing with him. Even if there was an assassin, he would be killed when he had no reaction.

Otherwise, he will die!

I hope I'm overthinking it.

Su Chen rubbed his head, threw down a few coins, stood up and walked towards the county mansion.

"Mr. Su?"

The doorman of the Duke's Mansion had already been familiar with Su Chen. When he saw Su Chen coming, he stepped forward to greet him with a smile.

"Is Brother Du at home?"

"unfortunately."

The concierge shook his head and said, "The master went to the workshop early this morning and has not returned yet."

"I see."

Su Chen nodded and was about to turn around and leave when he saw a carriage coming.

"Here he comes, Master Su. The master is back."

"Brother Su?"

Du He curiously lifted the car curtain and asked, "Why are you here?"

"Something happened."

Su Chen immediately got in the car and said, "Let's talk somewhere else."

Du He nodded, told the coachman to go to the villa, and the carriage turned around and went on.

inside the car.

Du He looked serious, "What happened?"

Su Chen: "My intuition tells me that the Prince Wei's Mansion has taken action!"

"Ok?"

Du He was shocked, "What's going on?"

Su Chen took out the newspaper and handed it to Du He.

Looking at the drought conditions, Du He frowned, not understanding what Su Chen meant for a moment.

"The prince once said that the drought in Henan Province has been brought under control."

Du He's face changed instantly.

If the drought in Henan Province is under control, then why does the newspaper write that the drought has spread to several places?

Did the prince tell His Majesty about this? Yes!

Must have said it!
If not, Your Majesty would not have been able to escape the summer heat in Jiucheng Palace during the current drought!
hiss!
After figuring out the key, Du He couldn't help but gasp.

"Someone is deliberately hiding this!"

"The drought in Henan Province is getting worse and worse. Now His Majesty has gone to Jiucheng Palace to escape the summer heat, and the Crown Prince is the regent... This is aimed at the Crown Prince!"

"But……"

Du He groaned, "If they were targeting the Crown Prince, why hadn't it been exposed before? Didn't His Majesty notice it?"

Su Chen shook his head. "I haven't figured this out yet. I can only wait until the crown prince is done with his court, and then I can ask him in person."

"Then what do you mean?"

"Collecting food in secret!"

Su Chen said slowly, "Drought waits for no one. Once the people have no food to eat, unrest is very likely to occur!"

"I understand!"

Du He nodded heavily.

Perhaps Your Majesty knew about the drought in Henan Prefecture, or perhaps the Crown Prince once said that the drought was under control, which caused Your Majesty to relax his vigilance.

But no matter what, the crown prince is now regent.

When the drought broke out, it was like a raging fire, adding a bit of heat to the scorching dog days!
"Don't let anyone notice."

Su Chen said softly, "I'm worried. Wen Xianglai, the ice shop has been targeted by someone, and even your place may be targeted by someone."

"So, I will arrange someone to assist you secretly."

"Who?"

"A libertine who will not be suspected."

"...?"

……

Cen Mansion.

Cen Wenzhao, who disbanded his brothers, has been staying indoors recently.

Although the beheading was suppressed by his brother, who knows if someone will come after him again?

It was precisely because of this concern that Cen Wenzhao stayed at home and served his mother.

This made Cen Wenben feel a lot more relieved.

"Second Master, someone sent you a letter."

"Whose is it?"

Cen Wenzhao asked casually, then peeled the grapes with a smile and handed them to his mother.

Old Madam Zhou was very pleased and looked at him with a smile.

"Replying to Second Master, it's an old friend. He said that once you read this letter, you will know who he is. He hopes to see you at the agreed place in half an hour."

"Old friend?"

Cen Wenzhao looked suspicious.

If he was an old friend, why would he be so mysterious and even have a hint of threat in his words?
"Mother, let me see which old friend wrote to me."

"Okay, okay, if a good friend comes to visit, you must not neglect him."

"It's saved by the child."

Cen Wenzhao stood up with a smile, wiped his hands, and opened the letter.

Just a glance and Cen Wenzhao's face turned dark.

Enter your mother!
It's endless, right?
I haven't been out for more than a month, why don't you let me go?
"Mother, I need to go out for a while."

Cen Wenzhao took a deep breath and said with a smile, "He is my old friend who invited me to the banquet. He is definitely not a bad person. Please rest assured, mother."

Madam Zhou nodded, "As long as you understand, go ahead."

Cen Wenzhao smiled, put away the letter and strode away.

After a stick of incense.

Inside an inconspicuous restaurant.

Cen Wenzhao frowned and went upstairs.

Two burly men were guarding outside a private room. When they saw him approaching, they looked at him with a look of scrutiny.

"Second Master Cen?"

"Second Master, I don't deserve it."

Cen Wenzhao waved his hand and asked, "Excuse me, is Mr. Su here?"

"please!"

The door opened and Su Chenzheng sat at the table, drinking and waiting.

Cen Wenzhao strode in: "Greetings, Master Su."

"Master Cen, please take a seat."

"Mr. Su, please don't tease me."

Cen Wenzhao shook his head and sat down opposite Su Chen, "Mr. Su, let's get straight to the point."

"Why did you invite me today?"

"I have no choice but to resort to this last resort. I hope Master Cen will not blame me."

Su Chen smiled and poured a glass of wine for Cen Wenzhao, and said with a smile: "I hope Mr. Cen can help me."

"It can't be done."

Cen Wenzhao shook his head. "My brother taught me a lesson about the previous incident, and I came to my senses. I also dismissed many of my friends. Now I am just a lazy guy at home."

"Master Su has great connections, from the Crown Prince's Eastern Palace to the Hu merchants in the West Market. Why would he need help from a small figure like me?"

"Because I have the upper hand over you."

"..."

The corner of Cen Wenzhao's mouth twitched, and he had something in his mind that he couldn't help but say out loud.

Seeing Cen Wenzhao depressed, Su Chen smiled and said, "It's just a little bit of evidence. I have already made an agreement with your brother that I will not embarrass you."

"It's just that this matter really requires the help of Second Master Cen. Apart from Second Master Cen, I really can't think of a more suitable candidate."

Wen Xianglai, Bingpu, and Du He might all be targeted, so how could Rosshan from Xishi stay out of it?
not to mention.

There is also Randy, a merchant from the Arab Empire in West Market!
After much thought, it is safest to use only the enemy's people.

Even Cen Wenben would never have thought that he would arrange Cen Wenzhao to help him do things, right?
"Haha, Master Su really thinks highly of me."

Cen Wenzhao sneered twice, "Sorry, I won't interfere in your affairs."

"Then I will have no choice but to break the agreement between you and me."

"Into your mother!"

"You go back on your word, you are not worthy of being a human being!"

Cen Wenzhao could no longer hold back and stood up to curse, "It's just a small matter, why are you harping on it? Didn't my brother give you a handicap? What else do you want from me?"

"calm down."

"Master Cen, we are all cultured people, how can you be so vulgar?"

Su Chen ate a peanut with a smile, "Although I only have a small handle in my hand, who can let me have you?"

"Of course you can choose not to help, but then your brother might be implicated because of you, which is really bad!"

"..."

Cen Wenzhao slumped in his chair somewhat discouraged, remaining silent.

Bitch!

I wish I could cut him into pieces!

Cen Wenzhao took a deep breath, expressionless, "Tell me, what's the matter!"

(End of this chapter)