Madam, please listen to my explanation.

Chapter 56 Would you be willing to take his place?
Chang Wei felt a chill run down his spine.

He had a brief encounter with this person last night, but he still couldn't figure out his approach.

Seeing that there was no way to avoid trouble, they had no choice but to bite the bullet and go for it.
It wouldn't be good to lose face in front of everyone.

Lord Chang bowed slightly to all sides.

He left with a meaningful smile, laughed heartily, and climbed into the carriage.

"Lord Chang, is there any joyous occasion at your home?"

Chang Wei blushed and said, "Mr. Hui just happened to think of something happy."

Laifu drove ahead with a bitter face.

Suddenly, I felt a pang of heart palpitation and couldn't help but shiver.

An invisible barrier enveloped the entire carriage.

Chang Wei, being knowledgeable and experienced, immediately realized that this gentleman had already isolated himself from both inside and outside sounds.

They immediately perked up their ears and waited quietly.

"I am new here. I wonder if there is anything new happening in the capital lately?"

Chang Wei, unsure of the other party's intentions, quickly asked, "Sir, which aspect are you referring to?"

"Anything is fine, but if there's anything unusual, tell me everything."

The biggest anomaly was that someone suddenly appeared out of nowhere, causing a stir throughout Kyoto and even disturbing the magic array.
Chang Wei inwardly grumbled, but dared not show it: "Since Your Majesty ascended the throne, the people have been won over, and everything is looking up."
There were noticeably more outsiders, and the people of Kyoto were overjoyed.

A murderous aura suddenly filled the carriage. Chang Wei coughed and quickly changed his words:

"Of course, with more people, all sorts of strange things are bound to happen. The most noticeable one is the sudden increase in all sorts of 'missionaries'."

As they continued on their journey, Xu Jinhuan fell silent, closing his eyes to listen intently.

Chang Wei dared not be negligent and racked his brains to tell everything he knew.

As the carriage approached the palace, Mr. Xu finally opened his eyes and looked over.

"Lord Chang."

"I wouldn't dare! Whatever your orders, sir, I will do my utmost!"

"How long have you been serving as Vice Minister of War?"

Chang Wei was taken aback upon hearing this, and quickly replied, "Sir, it has been more than seven years!"

Xu Jinhuan's expression remained unchanged, but his words made Chang Wei feel extremely uncomfortable.

"I have heard that Minister Zhu is old and senile, and is nearing the end of his life."

"Lord Chang, would you be willing to take his place?"

A glint of light flashed in Chang Wei's eyes!
He could hardly believe his ears.

It was only after a long while that he stood up and bowed deeply to Xu Jinhuan:
Chang Wei was terrified!

"Sir, your righteousness has inspired my heart and soul."

I do not seek merit, but only to serve you as a teacher, doing my utmost to assist you.

"Mother, I saw Mr. Xu last night."

In the Empress Dowager's palace, Li Yuwei wore a phoenix crown with long, red-gold tassels hanging down on both sides.

Wearing a brocade dress with gold thread and embroidered with a hundred birds paying homage to the phoenix, her pretty face appeared even more solemn and dignified.

Compared to the woman in Qingyang County whose hair was covered in silver needles, she was completely different.

Her face was solemn as she slowly nodded.

“Mr. Xu has already mastered all of Master Ning’s teachings, and his talent surpasses even that of Master Ning. My godson must treat him with respect and not be negligent.”

As she instinctively blurted out her explanation, Li Yuwei suddenly felt a sense of disorientation.

Is that really what I think?

Looking at her son in his dragon robe, she should have felt immense joy.

For some reason, I always feel empty inside, as if something is missing.

"Your Majesty, I know you must be tired from the journey. Please rest well."

After bidding farewell to his mother, Zhao Jingqian had just left his palace when he began to cough heavily.

A metallic sweetness filled my mouth, which must have been due to the ordeal last night, which had somewhat depleted my energy.

Cao Gao looked terrified and helped him calm down.

Seeing that the pale face regain some color, he carefully leaned forward and whispered:
"Your Majesty, the Mingjing Division reports that the leader of the Qiyun Sect wishes to see you."

Zhao Jingqian's eyes darted around, and he thought of that foreign religious sect that had recently caused a great stir in Kyoto.

It is said that the leader of the cult calls himself the Great Sage Celestial Master, and is skilled in using talismans to help people and save lives.

Some people also said that they had personally witnessed the other party wielding immense power and influence, and that in a short period of time, countless people worshipped him.

I never expected that before I could even find a way to cause him trouble, he would come knocking on my door first? "How much money did the Mingjing Division take from them that they dared to report something like this?"

Zhao Jingqian's face was cold and gloomy.

Cao Gao remained expressionless and muttered under his breath:

"Your Majesty, the sect leader said he possesses a secret method to ensure favorable weather and abundant harvests throughout the Yan territory."
He also claimed that his medical skills were unparalleled, and that many people in the capital suffering from tuberculosis had become healthy and vigorous since joining his sect.

Zhao Jingqian's pupils contracted, and the anger on his face vanished.

Even though he was struggling internally, he had no choice but to suppress his thoughts after recalling his mother's teachings.

"I understand."

"Let's proceed to the Tian Shu Pavilion to await Mr. Xu."

"Whoo."

Before the palace, guards with swords were already waiting, leading Xu Jinhuan to the Tian Shu Pavilion.

After bidding farewell to the reluctant Vice Minister, Xu Jinhuan followed behind the guards. In the distance, the towering octagonal pavilion could already be seen.

Almost simultaneously, that familiar feeling of being watched surged back into my heart.

'Gu Niaoniao'

Within her sea of ​​consciousness, the shattered jade suddenly became active, circling around the towering tree.

Even Xiaoqing, who had been unconscious for a long time, woke up.

"Xu Jinhuan, my body is so itchy."

"???"

Xu Jinhuan nearly stumbled, startling the guards who were carrying swords into a panic. They almost thought they were going to be executed along with their entire family just because they had stepped forward with their left foot first.

He waved to indicate that the other party was alright, and then began to communicate with Xiaoqing in his mind's eye:
"What kind of inappropriate words?"

"No, it's just a feeling... there's something in this palace that looks delicious. Eating it would probably make me feel really good."

Xu Jinhuan was speechless for a moment, but quickly understood.

As expected, this palace is indeed one of the links in the shackles that sealed off the primordial energy of heaven and earth, just as we saw that day.

"I understand, but don't say anything out of line."

"See that over there? A supreme expert lives inside. Be careful not to let anyone eavesdrop."

"Oh"

Xiaoqing looked aggrieved.

"But people see you openly bribing officials everywhere and think you're not afraid at all."

Xu Jinhuan was startled upon hearing this.

This little girl, is she often awake but silent, secretly spying on me?

“That’s not the case.

Minister Zhu of the Ministry of War played a significant role in Zhao Jingqian's rebellion.

I promised our princess that I would make these disloyal scoundrels pay the price.

During the conversation, they arrived at the foot of the Octagonal Building.

Zhao Jingqian was already standing in front of the imperial carriage, waiting.

"Haha, Mr. Xu, you've finally arrived."

Having said that, he turned to face the maidservant in front of the pavilion and said coldly:

"Mr. Xu has arrived. Why don't you go and inform the Imperial Advisor immediately?"

The maid did not reply, but simply went inside to report as instructed.

Xu Jinhuan did not bow, but nodded to the other party as a greeting.

"Does His Majesty not need to attend court?"

Zhao Jingqian remained unperturbed.
"There's no need to rush. Let's meet with the Imperial Preceptor first, and then we can discuss other matters!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the door opened again, and the maid bowed slightly.
"Mr. Xu, please."

A shadow crossed Zhao Jingqian's eyes; he vaguely sensed that something was amiss.

Is the Imperial Advisor truly so audacious as to disregard his own existence?!

Seeing that Xu Jinhuan had already gone ahead, he snorted coldly and followed closely behind.

I'm going up there today, and I want to see who dares to stop me!
As soon as they reached the door, the maid, seemingly oblivious to his gloomy expression, extended her arm:
"Your Majesty, you are not allowed to enter."

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(End of this chapter)