Chapter 255: Blackmail

"Dalang, I'm already dying. You have to rely on yourself from now on." Lu Sicheng's face was already bleak, and there was a faint trace of death on his face, but it was because the time to return to the light was coming soon.

"Woo!" Lu Chengsi's expression changed when he saw this. He couldn't help but prostrate himself to the ground. He stepped forward and grabbed Lu Sicheng's old and withered right hand and said, "Old ancestor, you will be fine, and you will not die.

"He knew that Lu Sicheng was his destiny. Only his existence could influence a group of people in the clan to use him. Once Lu Sicheng passed away, not only would his influence in the court be greatly reduced, but more importantly,

Whether those members of the clan will support him or not is unknown. Others may not care about Lu Sicheng's life or death, but he alone cannot.

"Everyone is born to die." Lu Sicheng sighed: "After I die, some of those people will have strange thoughts. Hey, if possible, you can be an idle prince! At least this can save you.

However, no matter what, don’t trust people like the Fan Yang Lu family. Although they can’t write two characters of Lu in one stroke, they are the Fan Yang Lu family, not the Hedong Lu family. These people cannot be trusted.

.Your father is wise and mighty, not an ordinary emperor, but just because he is wise and mighty, none of his sons are economical. Among so many princes, you are the weakest.

I am worried about you!"

"Ancestor!" Lu Chengsi cried even more when he heard this.

"Dalang, you are stubborn, violent, and murderous by nature. When I am here, I can still protect you from the wind and rain. Those imperial officials will not do anything to you. But if I die, your

Grandpa's prestige in the court is very low. The gangsters around your brothers are not vegetarians. They have been sharpening their knives for a long time, preparing to catch you, so that they can eliminate you as a potential opponent for their master. They will definitely write a book about it.

I'd like to remind you, although your father just promised me, everything is possible. You must be careful. If it really doesn't work, I will tell you a good way, that is to reduce your position to serve the people.

From now on, if you are expelled from the Lu family, your father will definitely let you live a carefree life among the people." Lu Sicheng showed a smile on his lips and said: "It is impossible for dynasties in the past to last forever.

There will be times when someone overthrows me, and the same is true for my country in the Tang Dynasty. My father killed Li Zhiyun back then and wiped out the Li family. If someone overthrows me in the future, the same will happen to me in the Tang Dynasty. They will also kill my Lu family.

Killing. So someone needs to continue my Lu family's bloodline, and even have a chance to make a comeback. Your father is very cunning. I'm afraid he has already had an idea for this kind of thing, but no one has implemented it. If you are at a critical moment, tell me

Your father, he will agree with you."

"Old Ancestor!" Lu Chengsi burst into tears and held Lu Sicheng's right hand tightly, but did not notice that the smile on Lu Sicheng's face gradually disappeared. By the time he found out, his right hand had already become extremely cold.

"Ancestor!" Lu Sicheng slowly stretched out his right hand and tested the tip of Lu Sicheng's nose. When he found that there was no breath at all, he couldn't help but let out a shrill scream.

"What's going on?" At this time, everyone who had been waiting outside the house was shocked by the shrill screams, and rushed into the room one after another. Lu Changqing, Lu Changding and others all had expressions of confusion on their faces.

A look of panic.

"Your Majesty, Prince Jian Gong has passed away." Sun Simiao, who was beside Lu Zhaoci, said slowly and in a low voice. Opposite him, Lu Qingyun's face turned pale, but he was lying on the ground, not even daring to move.

Move it.

"Get out of here and check it out for me." Lu Zhaoci glared at Lu Qingyun fiercely, turned around and walked towards Lu Sicheng's bedroom. Behind him, Lu Qingyun quickly stood up and told the news of Lu Sicheng's death.

The news spread to the ears of the dignitaries in Chang'an City, and Jin Yiwei was ordered to check all the news about Shi Zhongsheng...

"Pass the decree, let the Ministry of Rites seal the title according to the rules!" Lu Zhaoci looked at Lu Sicheng lying on the bed. His face was dry and bloodless, but there was a smile at the corner of his mouth. It was obvious that he was leaving with peace of mind. He was leaving with peace of mind.

Originally he was just a clan leader, living in the small place of Huoyi, but because he had a good grandson who was crowned king during his lifetime and became emperor after his death. This kind of honor is not something that any clan leader can enjoy, so when he died

, is so peaceful, and the smile at the corner of the mouth looks so proud. If life is like this, where can there be any regrets?

"Well, my grandfather has passed away, so it's better to express my condolences." Lu Changqing glanced at Lu Zhaoci beside him, but saw that his face was expressionless, but there was no trace of sadness, and he sighed slightly in his heart. It was because of

The two concepts of family and country resulted in Lu Zhaoci not having any sense of belonging to the Lu family. Thinking of this, Lu Changqing looked at Lu Zhaoci with strange eyes. Perhaps, he might be even more hopeful in his heart.

This kind of thing happened! When Lu Changqing thought of this problem, he couldn't help but shudder. He tried hard to expel this idea from his mind and never thought of these things again.

The death of King Jian Gong did not cause much impact in Chang'an City. After all, although King Jian Gong was also a relative of the Lu family and the grandfather of the current Emperor Zhenguan, he was only a grandfather, not a real emperor.

No matter how powerful you are, it is just about honor. Therefore, according to the rules of the Ministry of Rites, people observe mourning for three years and are not allowed to get married, and ministers must also be careful during national mourning. Emperor Zhenguan observed mourning for three months to fulfill his filial piety.

"Sir, this is the news from the brothers." In the Jinyi Guards Office, Lu Qingyun had a gloomy face. He sat behind several cases and stared fiercely in front of him, with murderous intent looming in his eyes, adding to the gloominess.

This is already the tenth day after the death of King Jian Gong. The Jinyi Guards of the Tang Dynasty have already taken action. In Chang'an City, and even in the whole world, the Jinyiwei are revolving around one person. The leader of the Jinyiwei, Lu Qingyun

With anger burning in their hearts, everyone in the Jinyiwei Yamen had to be careful in front of him, for fear that Lu Qingyun would push him out and behead him in a rage.

"Shi Zhongsheng? No such person has been found?" Blue veins popped out on Lu Qingyun's face, and he slammed the information in his hand on the Jin Yiwei in front of him, roaring: "This is what you have found these days, you let me

How can I explain to His Majesty that the imperial court spends so much money every year to support you, and in the end, let you get such information? Isn't this ridiculous?"

"Sir! There is another news here, but I don't know whether I should say it or not?" Jin Yiwei glanced at Lu Qingyun cautiously, with a trace of worry on his face, and said: "I'm afraid this matter has something to do with a certain adult in the court.

Relationship. I'm afraid even adults have to be careful when speaking out."

"Who? Who can make me fearful?" Lu Qingyun couldn't help laughing after hearing this, pointing at the Jin Yiwei and sneered: "I am His Majesty's domestic slave, Jin Yiwei is the arm of the Tang Dynasty.

Even if the people in Xuande Hall want to use the power of Jin Yiwei, they must have His Majesty's imperial edict. Who can't be offended by this officer?" Although these words were a bit arrogant, they told the truth. Everyone in Jin Yiwei changed their expressions as they talked about it.

, Lu Qingyun is one of the most untouchable people in the imperial court, because he has mastered the privacy of all officials, and no one dares to shake him even a little bit. The words he said are qualified.

"When the young general and others were tracking down this Shi Zhongsheng, they saw that Cui Pushe's housekeeper had been in contact with this person." Jin Yiwei looked at Lu Qingyun carefully and said cautiously.

"Cui Pushe? Who is he? He, eh! Cui Pushe?" Lu Qingyun's expression changed, and a dignified look suddenly appeared on his face. If it were other people, he would not take it seriously, but this Cui Pushe

She was different. Not only him, but also anyone in the Xuande Hall, Lu Qingyun could not fight against him. In the entire Tang Dynasty, the most powerful person was naturally the emperor, followed by several ministers of the Xuande Hall. These

People are not only noble, but also hold high positions and are highly valued by today's people. All the methods of Jinyiwei are useless against these people. And this Cui Pushe is even more powerful. He is the elder brother of the current queen, the prince of the East Palace.

His uncle, the future Assistant Minister, was not someone Lu Qingyun could arrest...

"You have seen clearly, is it really related to Cui Pushe's house?" Lu Qingyun took a deep breath, sat down slowly, and said cautiously. If this is the case, Lu Qingyun will have to think carefully.

After careful consideration, when it comes to Cui Renshi, it is not just as simple as cheating money. Behind it, I am afraid it also involves many problems for the court. These things are not something Lu Qingyun can intervene in.

"Which other brothers know about this matter?" Lu Qingyun asked cautiously. There was a strange light in his eyes, just staring at the Jin Yiwei in front of him.

"Only this villain knows." The Jinyiwei said quickly: "Sir, please rest assured, I will never tell anyone else about this. But, sir, what should I do now?"

"Don't worry, I have my own opinion." Lu Qingyun thought for a moment and said: "You go to Jinyiwei Prison No. 3 Tianzi Cell to interrogate a person, and come up with the results as soon as possible. If I want to use it, you don't have to interfere in this matter.

.After the matter is over, I will interrogate you as Xiaoqi." Lu Qingyun's eyes were dark and he sighed deeply.

"Yes, I will go now." Jin Yiwei showed a hint of joy on his face. He cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for your cultivation, sir."

"Go down!" Lu Qingyun waved his hand.

"I'll take my leave, villain." The Jin Yiwei immediately stepped back with a smile on his face.

"Come here." Lu Qingyun clapped his hands after the Jin Yiwei came out of the hall, and saw two more Jin Yiwei appeared in the hall, standing at the top of the hall, hands folded and obeying orders.

"Lock him into cell No. 3 in Tianzi. Don't let him make any mistakes. Then quietly invite Cui Pushe's housekeeper and put him in cell No. 4 in Tianzi." There was a hint of coldness in Lu Qingyun's voice.

A hint of emotion.

"Yes!" The two-faced guard took the order without thinking. Above the hall, Lu Qingyun was the only one sitting behind a few cases. There was a trace of uncertainty on his face, and he didn't know.

What are you thinking about.

"Sir, Cui Pushe wishes to see you." Not long after, the sky outside had also turned dark. I don't know when candles were lit above the hall, but although the red candles were bright, they still showed Lu.

The dark and huge black shadow of Qingyun is so gloomy and terrifying.

"Cui Pushe? Please!" A strange smile appeared at the corner of Lu Qingyun's mouth, but he did not react at all. He was still sitting there without any sign of getting up, as if the one who was about to arrive was still his subordinate.

Not the servant of the high-ranking Xuande Palace, like the uncle of the current prince.

A moment later, Master Cui Ren walked in with a smile on his face, but there was nothing strange about him. He didn't feel that Lu Qingyun had done anything rude at all. His demeanor alone was extraordinary.

"Commander Lu, I'm so polite." Cui Renshi's eyes flashed with a strange light, and he smiled and said, "I haven't seen you for a long time, your commander-in-chief is still the same! What a joy and congratulation!"

"Sir Pushe, I, Jinyiwei, and Xuande Palace are not in conflict with each other. I wonder what you are talking about at this time?" Lu Qingyun glanced at Cui Renshi in the hall, and a sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth. No matter how bold these aristocratic families are, they won't do anything.

Look at who owns the world today and dares to be so arrogant. Don’t you know that today’s world has long been dissatisfied with the family. Some things can be done, but some things cannot be done. But Master Cui Ren did it

The most important thing not to do is that at this moment, you are still putting on airs in front of him. Don't you know that the person who can determine Cui's life and death now is yourself? Lu Qingyun couldn't help but feel a little ridiculous. These

The family members just don't know what it means to be a good man who doesn't suffer the immediate consequences...

"I heard that my butler was taken away. The only one who can do this in Chang'an City is the Commander-in-Chief." Upon seeing this, Master Cui Ren was secretly angry and snorted coldly: "You are just a dog of His Majesty's.

That's all. It's just because I served His Majesty that I got my current status. I think you are an ordinary businessman. You are not from the imperial examination. What qualifications do you have to show off your power in front of me? If I didn't have something to do, how could I condescend to your place?

Come on, I'm really shameless. After this level, I'll let you look good again. Hum, Jinyiwei, you are very powerful, but there is one thing you shouldn't do. The privacy of the officials is also hidden in the dark by you.

Can the guys among them master it? You are really overestimating your capabilities. Look at the people in the court today, who knows how many people are dissatisfied with you. As long as there is a little introduction, I am afraid that I will not be able to protect you today.

"

"Really? Is there such a thing?" Lu Qingyun said calmly: "Today, the Jin Yiwei captured a person. However, according to his brothers, it was related to the death of the late King Jian Gong.

What? Could it be that the Cui Mansion has something to do with this matter? If that is the case, Cui Pushe, I’m afraid you should be more careful.”

"Haha, my Cui family is from a famous family, how could I do such a thing without a king and a father? Who in the entire Chang'an City doesn't know that the late King Jian Gong is your Majesty's grandfather, who dares to harm him! Lu

Commander, there are some words that cannot be said just by picking them up. You must be responsible for what you said. You must be responsible for our Guandong family." Master Cui Ren stood up suddenly, pointed at Lu Qingyun and snorted: "

When Your Majesty established the Jin Yiwei, he consulted with the ministers. The Jin Yiwei could only provide information and could not arrest people without authorization. Commander Lu, you have violated His Majesty's imperial edict!"

"You?" Lu Qingyun's expression changed, and he suddenly remembered that Lu Zhaoci had said these words before, but he just didn't think of it. Now that Cui Renshi mentioned it, he couldn't help but his expression changed.

He changed, but quickly calmed down, and said with a smile: "What Cui Pushe said is absolutely true. If you didn't say it, I would have almost forgotten it. However, as long as I make a great contribution this time and find out who is behind Shi Zhongsheng,

As a person, one great achievement is enough to offset this sin. Cui Pushe, are you right? You have to know that as long as someone has entered the Jinyi Guard Prison, almost no one can hide the facts. But something happened here

It’s a famous place.”

"Huh, you just caught my housekeeper, what does that mean? You know, I am one of the auxiliary ministers of Xuande Palace. Without enough evidence, even His Majesty can't do anything to me.

" Master Cui Ren's expression changed slightly, and he couldn't help but retorted.

"Humph, you are the prince's uncle, the number one figure among the princelings, and you have spared no effort in attacking other princelings in the court! The late Prince Jian Gong supported the eldest prince. Once the eldest prince loses Jian

With the support of Prince Gong, your own strength will be greatly weakened, so how can you compete with His Highness the Crown Prince? This kind of truth can be imagined by anyone. So you already have the reason to assassinate Prince Jian Gong.

." Lu Qingyun's mouth flashed with a sneer and said: "As soon as your housekeeper confesses, I, the commander, will immediately bring people into the palace."

"You? You haven't reported it to His Majesty yet?" Cui Renshi's expression changed, but soon returned to normal, with a smile on his face.

"The person is in the prison of our Jinyi Guards. He can be escorted into the palace at any time and presented to His Majesty." Lu Qingyun's face showed no joy or anger at all. But in Cui Renshi's ears, it seemed to be the same as Tianyin.

He sounded so sweet that he couldn't help but have a hint of joy on his face. Although this matter spread, whether Lu Zhaoci believed it or not, he would be in danger of being dismissed from office, but if this matter had not spread, that would be

There is still a glimmer of life. And what he wants is this glimmer of life. He doesn't believe that the fat man in front of him is a good person. Since he has not repaid the palace at this time, it is obvious that this guy has other plans. This is his weakness, that is

Chance.

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