Eternal Sword

Chapter 591 News about Mrs. Lu

Chen Tang remained calm, but a hint of doubt arose in his heart.

Of course he's pretty good at it.

But Tiefalie is a powerful master after all. Even if he took a fancy to him and wanted to recruit him, his attitude towards him seemed too enthusiastic.

Or is this just the way this person behaves?

No matter what, Chen Tang still didn't dare to relax at all.

He always felt nervous when he was with this person.

"I am from Qian Country, but I have been traveling abroad and have not been back for many years."

Chen Tang pondered and said, "I heard from the general that Daqian is facing internal and external troubles and is about to collapse. What's going on?"

"The Barbarian Land and the Extreme North Frost Region are eyeing the Qian Kingdom covetously. It is said that the Barbarian Land has already sent troops. This is an external threat. The current Qian Kingdom has an empty treasury, and natural and man-made disasters continue. The people are living in poverty, refugees are everywhere, and bandits are causing disasters and gathering in the mountains. This is an internal threat."

Tie Falie laughed and said, "In just over two years, the little emperor has almost ruined the country of Qian."

Chen Tang was silent, with mixed feelings.

Yuan Qingshan and his wife burned themselves to offer sacrifice to the heaven, and this was the result they got.

"Is there no one from Qian Country who will stand up?"

Chen Tang asked.

Tie Falie said: "The King of Wei in Qian Kingdom is quite good. He has done a lot in the past two years. It's a pity that he was not reused because he contradicted the young emperor in some matters. If he was not a royal family member, he would have died many times."

Chen Tang knew that the King of Wei that Tiefalie mentioned was Yuan Qingmo.

Tie Falie said: "The young emperor is incompetent, stubborn, extravagant, and ambitious. The court is full of flatterers who do the emperor's evil. Many people in the court can see that the Qian Kingdom is doomed."

"For example, Yuwen Mao, although still the Grand Commandant of Qian State, has already developed disloyalty and is ready to replace him at any time."

Chen Tang asked, "Is there no movement from Xuantian Sect?"

"Ha ha!"

Tie Falie smiled and said, "The more chaotic the Qian Kingdom is, the more people will believe in Xuantian Sect, and they will transfer their hatred to the Qian Kingdom's royal family. If the Qian Kingdom is destroyed, Xuantian Sect will naturally support another 'Qian Kingdom' to rise again."

"As far as I know, Yuwen Mao is already a member of Xuantian Sect."

Chen Tang seemed to be thinking about something.

In this case, after the fall of the Qian Kingdom, the Xuantian Sect was very likely to support the Yuwen family and establish a new dynasty.

"But it's not that simple."

Tie Falie smiled and said, "Qian Kingdom's God of War Murong Daoye has already entered the realm of transformation. Since the fall of the Wu Dynasty, the Murong clan has been dormant in the dark for these years, accumulating strength. Now that it has become a force to be reckoned with, it will also compete for the throne of Shenzhou."

"Moreover, in the past two years, traces of the remnants of the previous dynasty have frequently appeared in the nine states of Qian Kingdom."

"There have been recent rumors that Emperor Wu may not be dead. If that is true, these remnants of the previous dynasty will gather together and must be plotting to restore the country! With Emperor Wu's reputation and means, once he comes out, Shenzhou will definitely be in chaos!"

Chen Tang's heart skipped a beat when he heard this, but he pretended to be surprised and asked, "Emperor Wu has been dead for decades, right? How could he still be alive?"

Tie Falie glanced at Chen Tang, smiled, and said, "Who knows?"

"However, even if Emperor Wu is dead, his son is still alive. With his status as the son of Emperor Wu, he can also gather many soldiers from the previous dynasty."

"The Immortal Executioners, Dragon and Tiger Guards, Dragon Cavalry, and Tiger Guards of the Wu Dynasty were so majestic back then."

Chen Tang still pretended to be ignorant and asked, "Is Emperor Wu's son still alive?"

Tie Falie said: "Yes, this man lost one arm and lived in hiding for many years. He is married and has a daughter. I was in the Taiwei Mansion at the time. If someone hadn't sent me information about this man, it would have been difficult for Yuwen Mao to find him."

Chen Tang's heart moved.

At that time, Qin Xi, Mrs. Lu and their family had lived in seclusion in Yanyu Village for many years and had been living in peace.

But later, the identities of Lu Qing and the other two were exposed, and they were approached by many forces.

From what Tiefalie said, someone secretly informed on us!
Normally, there are very few people who know the identities of Lu Qing and the other two. Who would go to the Taiwei Mansion to inform on them?
Chen Tang realized that there was a great possibility that he could get the secret out of Tie Falie's mouth.

He calmed down and asked, "The identity of Emperor Wu's son should be kept secret. Who would know his identity and whereabouts? Could it be that the remnants of the Wu Dynasty betrayed him?"

"No."

Tie Falie shook his head and said, "The wife of Emperor Wu's son has a senior brother, and it was this person who leaked the secret." Chen Tang was stunned.

Lu Qing does have an uncle-master.

He had seen this person when he went to the valley beside the mountain to look for Lu Qing.

However, he couldn't remember this person's appearance clearly.

I just vaguely remember that my uncle Lu Qing was working in the fields at that time. He was like a farmer, looking honest and simple, and very ordinary.

Chen Tang asked again: "Does this person have a grudge against Emperor Wu's son?"

"Little brother seems to be very concerned about this matter."

Tiefalie paused, suddenly turned around and grinned, his eyes deep and asked meaningfully.

Chen Tang was shocked.

This matter concerns Lu Qing's family, the descendants of Emperor Wu, so he was too concerned and asked in a hurry.

"I'm a little curious."

Chen Tang smiled and said, "If this matter involves secrets, it is my fault. It was a bit abrupt to ask."

"Ha ha!"

Tie Falie laughed and said, "What kind of secret is this! It's nothing more than a trivial matter of love between a man and a woman. The brother and sister were childhood sweethearts, but they were snatched away by the descendant of Emperor Wu. They have been resentful for many years and have too much resentment."

"This person is not heartless. He told me the whereabouts of Emperor Wu's son and asked me not to harm the life of that junior sister."

"That junior sister's whereabouts are unknown. In fact, she was imprisoned by this person in the Taiwei Mansion in the capital."

Chen Tang suddenly realized.

No wonder Mrs. Lu disappeared during the manhunt, her whereabouts unknown, and her life or death unknown.

At that time, Yuan Qingmo mobilized the Qilin Guard and asked the Suzaku Guard to help investigate the whereabouts of Mrs. Lu, but there was still no clue.

It turned out that he had been imprisoned for a long time.

Moreover, he was imprisoned in the Taiwei Mansion!

Chen Tang pondered in silence.

Unexpectedly, by chance, I learned the news about Mrs. Lu from Tie Falie.

No matter what, it’s a good thing that Mrs. Lu is still alive.

However, the person is in the Taiwei Mansion in the capital. It would be extremely difficult to rescue him, so we have to make long-term plans.

The two of them talked as they walked, and at this time, they had arrived at the county magistrate's mansion.

Chen Tang followed Tie Falie into the mansion.

After many twists and turns, we arrived at the reception hall.

The seats on both sides of the hall were already filled with wine and food, which was extremely sumptuous.

Tiefalie walked straight to the main seat in the center and sat down with his horse and sword.

Chen Tang prepared to find a seat nearby, sit as far away from this person as possible, and look for an opportunity to run away at any time.

"Little brother, come and sit next to me."

Tie Falie saw Chen Tang standing at the lower position and greeted him with a smile.

Chen Tang quickly declined, looking respectful, and said, "This is not appropriate. How can I be qualified to sit side by side with the general?"

"Little brother, what are you talking about?"

Tie Falie's face was full of smiles. He waved his hand and said, "We hit it off right away. No need to be polite! Come on, please take a seat!"

Soon someone brought up a cushion and placed it next to Tiefalie.

Chen Tang had a smile on his face but cursed in his heart and had no choice but to follow.

(End of this chapter)