The Ming Dynasty: Starting with taking Old Zhu on a journey to the future

"What did you say? Assassination attempt?!" Jiang Huan's heart skipped a beat.

He can't care about that now.

He quickly turned over.

The two rode one horse together.

During the journey, Jiang Huan asked in a grave tone, "Why were you suddenly attacked?"

"Didn't Lan Chen go to the sixteenth floor?!"

"Where are the Imperial Guards responsible for protecting Lan Chen? Are they just sitting around doing nothing?!"

Logically speaking...

With the Embroidered Uniform Guard around, who would dare to make a move as long as they show their Embroidered Uniform Guard identification badge?

This is the capital city.

To dare to touch the Embroidered Uniform Guard is to go against the Emperor.

Ding Qiu quickly replied, "Reporting to Your Excellency, Lan Chen did indeed go to the sixteenth floor, but was ambushed on the way."

"The brothers who were responsible for protecting Lan Chen were also seriously injured."

Seriously injured?

Jiang Huan was somewhat surprised.

Someone actually dared to attack the Embroidered Uniform Guard in the capital? Are they crazy?

How is this any different from treason?

Because it was too dark, Jiang Huan was anxious, and there were no torches on the street. He didn't pay attention to what was ahead and almost crashed into the wall with his horse.

When they arrived at Jiangdongmen Street, it was already surrounded by three layers of Imperial Guards.

It was completely blocked.

Jiang Huan dismounted.

The Imperial Guards on guard duty were about to stop him when they discovered that the newcomer was their leader.

They immediately let them pass.

At this time.

Jiang Huan suddenly saw a familiar person.

Cao Guogong Li Jinglong?

"Why is Duke Cao here?"

Ding Qiu explained, "I heard that Duke Cao was nearby. When he heard the whistle of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, he rushed over to provide support."

"Duke Cao was also the first to discover the assassination attempt."

Cao Guogong Li Jinglong.

Jiang Huan slowly stepped forward, clasped his hands in a salute, and said, "Duke of Cao."

Li Jinglong nodded: "Commander Jiang."

Jiang Huan stared at the bloodstains on the ground.

She kept praying in her heart that Lan Chen would be alright.

Otherwise, if the emperor were to be enraged, the capital would likely be plunged into bloodshed once again.

Jiang Huan inquired, "Duke Cao, where have the wounded been placed? Are their injuries serious? Have a physician been summoned?"

Li Jinglong nodded.

"When I arrived, blood was splattered everywhere, but I was unable to catch the murderer."

"I immediately sent someone to fetch a doctor, but I don't know how serious the injury is right now."

"The injured are currently receiving treatment indoors."

"However, judging from the amount of blood, one or two of these people will definitely die."

With that much health, even a god couldn't save him.

The entire wall was stained scarlet.

The pungent smell of blood permeated the entire alleyway.

Perhaps Jiang Huan was used to the smell of blood and didn't find it strong.

But for him, the smell of blood was overwhelming.

After a long wait.

Finally, a doctor came out of the room.

Seeing this, Jiang Huan quickly stepped forward: "Doctor, how is the person inside?"

Doctor Li sighed softly.

"There were seven people in total. One of them died from excessive blood loss, and I am powerless to help him."

"Besides that, three people were seriously injured. We did our best, but whether they can survive depends on fate."

"The other three people have knife wounds, but no internal organs have been damaged. After being bandaged and resting for a few days, they should be fine."

"However, it will probably have some impact on my life in the future."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Huan quickly asked, "What about that young man? The one who wasn't wearing the flying fish robe!"

Flying fish robe? Doctor Li glanced at what Jiang Huan was wearing.

He shook his head: "None of them were wearing flying fish robes. I don't know who you're asking about."

"The treatment is almost complete; the adults can come in to check on things now."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Huan quickly strode inside.

Push the door open and enter.

Li Jinglong followed closely behind.

The three people who were less seriously injured and were still able to move were sitting on the hospital bed.

They saw Jiang Huan appear.

He hurriedly cried out, "My lord, I have failed in my duty and failed to protect Lan Chen. I beg you to punish me."

Jiang Huan glanced at the three of them, and her mood plummeted.

Lan Chen was not among the three who sustained minor injuries.

This means that...

At best, Lan Chen would be seriously injured; at worst, he could die.

This assassination attempt was clearly targeted at Lan Chen.

Lan Chen's injuries are definitely not minor.

However, he still showed concern for his injured subordinates: "Take good care of yourself; this is not your fault."

After giving instructions.

Jiang Huan continued walking inside.

Looking at the corpse covered with a white sheet.

He unconsciously swallowed, then lifted the white cloth.

Flying fish robe, Embroidered Uniform Guard, Song Heng.

Seeing that the deceased was not Lan Chen, Jiang Huan breathed a sigh of relief.

But his complexion didn't improve much.

Jiang Huan slowly covered the area with the white cloth.

Immediately afterward, among the three seriously injured people, Jiang Huan saw Lan Chen.

He quickly pointed at Lan Chen and asked, "How is he?"

Li Langzhong looked at Lan Chen.

He said, "I have some knife wounds, but none of them are very deep. The key is that I was shot in the shoulder with an arrow."

"This person's health was not very good to begin with, and this injury makes the situation look grim."

"I don't care what methods you use, you must save his life! Otherwise, we will both die!" Jiang Huan stared at Doctor Li with a serious expression.

The emperor has been in a much better mood these days.

Why is it good?

Isn't it just waiting for tomorrow?

Tomorrow, Lan Chen will go and bring the retired Emperor Zhu Wusi over.

To let the Emperor Emeritus see His Majesty's great achievements.

But nowadays...

An assassination attempt suddenly occurred.

With Lan Chen's fate uncertain, the plan to briefly bring Zhu Wusi from the future to the present has also failed.

The emperor was known for his unpredictable temperament; if Lan Chen were truly dead...

That would truly mean that no one could stop the emperor from unleashing his killing spree.

Li Jinglong, standing to the side, frowned as he looked at Lan Chen lying on the hospital bed.

Who is this person? Why is Jiang Huan so nervous?

Based on the information available at present.

This person must be a very important figure; otherwise, he wouldn't have been assassinated.

He knew all the key figures in the court, but the person in front of him was a complete stranger.

After giving the doctor his instructions.

Jiang Huan then said to Li Jinglong beside him, "Duke Cao, I'll trouble you to stay here and guard the place, in case the assassins don't give up."

Li Jinglong nodded in response: "Rest assured, with me, Li Jinglong, here, if the assassin dares to come again..."

"I will capture him alive!"

He had been under a lot of pressure lately and was thinking of going out for drinks and entertainment to relax.

Now that this has happened, I'm naturally not in the mood for drinking and partying.

Jiang Huan, on the other hand, prepared to conduct a thorough search of the surrounding area.

The assassins were numerous, and it was already late at night with the city gates tightly shut.

It was impossible for them to leave Yingtian Prefecture.

It's even quite possible that it's still in the vicinity.

The emperor is unaware that Lan Chen has been assassinated. If the murderer can be caught, the matter can be reported together.

Perhaps, the blame can be reduced.

Soon, Jiang Huan led the Imperial Guards to block off all the intersections around Jiangdong Gate.

Then patrol the surrounding area for any suspicious persons.

The investigation lasted all night.

……

The next day.

early morning.

Zhu Yuanzhang was reviewing the memorials in his hand while drinking tea.

I looked up and glanced outside.

It's already this late.

Why hasn't Lan Chen arrived yet?

Did I oversleep again?

Zhu Yuanzhang sighed softly, "We've really given him far too much of a friendly look."

He used to report on time every day, but after only a few days, he's started skipping it and procrastinating.

In a few more days, they'll probably run away.

He immediately summoned Wang Sancai: "Send someone to Jiang Huan's house to urge Lan Chen to hurry up."