"It's true. The empress left Chang'an. Humph, now in the harem, the bitch of the eldest grandson is the most powerful. Humph, her son is the prince. She is so proud that she has never thought about Cui's thoughts. On the surface, these people

Respecting each other as guests, in fact, who is not a scheming person." The middle-aged man showed a sneer on his lips and said: "No wonder Mrs. Cui wants to leave Chang'an and go to Jiangnan to relax. This is not unreasonable."

"She is not in Chang'an but in the south of the Yangtze River. This is a huge happy event for us!" The old monk suddenly burst into laughter.

"Master, why is this?" The middle-aged man obviously did not understand the reason, and asked cautiously: "Now Chang'an City is heavily guarded. Could it be that Master has some clever plan to cause chaos in Chang'an City?"

"Humph! Idiot. We want to cause chaos in Chang'an City, but don't forget that our most fundamental goal is to let Lu Zhaoying leave Guanzhong. As long as he leaves Guanzhong, our opportunity will come." The old monk

He glanced at the middle-aged man opposite him with disgust and said with contempt: "Now in the court, Lu Zhaoci has taken away most of the soldiers. The only one who has a deterrent effect is Lu Zhaoying. As long as Lu Zhaoying leaves,

If we get to Guanzhong, that's our opportunity."

"But Lu Zhaoying will not leave Guanzhong." The middle-aged man shook his head and said: "This man is very loyal to Lu Zhaoci. Although he likes fighting and is eager to go to the battlefield to fight with the enemy, because of Lu Zhaoci's

With an imperial edict, he stayed in Chang'an obediently. It would be very difficult for such a person to leave Chang'an."

"Hmph, it was very difficult before, but now? Cui gave us this opportunity." The old monk said proudly: "Just think about what would happen to Cui, the current queen, in Jiangnan.

What should be the reaction?"

"Then the government and the public are naturally shocked." The middle-aged man's complexion changed drastically, he stood up and said. Then he shook his head and said: "If something happens to the queen, the people in Xuande Palace will be unlucky, but at most they can only send a team.

Officials will go instead of letting Lu Zhaoying go. Master, this plan is still inappropriate."

"Hmph, if the queen is besieged somewhere. There are many thieves and soldiers around, and the city is in danger, what do you think the ministers of Xuande Hall will do?" A sneer appeared on the corner of the monk's mouth, and he said coldly: "The court and the central government are not involved.

There are no generals, not to mention the fact that this matter is of great importance, and no one but Lu Zhaoying can take action. Even other generals will not dare to take action at this time. By then, as long as Lu Zhaoying leaves Guanzhong, it will be our chance."

"Tell Lu Zhaoying to leave Chang'an? This is an opportunity." The middle-aged man's eyes lit up, he raised his hands to the great monk and said: "Master is really powerful and resourceful. I am afraid that even Cen Wenwen would be willing to be defeated. My lord has a talent like Master to help me.

Why worry about failure?"

"A small trick, a small trick." The great monk waved his hand and laughed, but there was a trace of pride in his laughter. The person who can come up with such a strategy is naturally not a simple person, at least in his own camp.

, no one has come up with this method yet.

"It's just that there are as many as a thousand retinues around the queen, and the Imperial Guards are the elite troops of the Tang Dynasty. It's probably not an easy task to besiege the queen!" The middle-aged man shook his head and said, "That's right.

How many troops will be used? Master, although this strategy is good, you still have to be careful when using it." The middle-aged man shook his head, with a trace of regret on his face. This strategy is very tempting.

And it will definitely succeed. The empress is besieged. With no one in the court to lead the troops, Lu Zhaoying, his younger brother, will definitely go there in person. Lu Zhaoying's departure from Guanzhong will be a great time for our side.

A rare opportunity. However, in this case, the mobilization of one's own troops will be a quite complicated project, and it will also take a lot of time, because after all, one's side is in the dark, and if it is mobilized in a hurry, it will not only be discovered

The danger, and more importantly, is that it will disperse one's own strength, which will also have a negative impact on future plans. When he thought of this, the middle-aged man suddenly fell silent.

"Of course we can't move, because our foundation is in Guanzhong." The old monk sneered: "But just because we can't move doesn't mean that the other party can't move. The other party's foundation is in Jiangnan. Ask that guy, these

Over the years, how many people his men have developed and how much power they have accumulated, don't tell this poor monk, they can't even besiege a thousand-man Royal Forest Army team. What's more, with all the calculations, are you afraid that you can't deal with such a few people? Hum.

Huh, if you want to take advantage, you have to work hard. How can it be so easy to get half of the country?"

"What the master said is true. Why didn't I think of the other party?" The middle-aged man looked overjoyed and clapped his hands and said: "If the other party takes action, it will not only consume the other party's power, but also achieve the goal. Hum, I am not afraid that the other party will not take action this time.

, still dreaming of dividing the country with the lord, and not thinking about it. There is only one person who can rule the country, and that is the lord. The era of the pre-Sui Dynasty has long passed. Is he also a person with destiny? "

"Okay, stop talking, hurry up! On the one hand, report to the lord, and on the other hand, order your men to be prepared!" The old monk said coldly: "There is also Wu Mei Niang, this girl must be watched carefully.

"

"Master, the Wu family's heroine is just a prophecy, intended to disturb Lu Zhaoci's sight. Since Wu Meiniang has been discovered, what's the use of keeping her? It's better to kill her." There was a trace in the middle-aged man's eyes.

The scorching light came, and he raised his hands and said: "Is it because the master has taught her for several years that he is reluctant to kill her? You must know that keeping this girl is also a disaster. If one day our news is leaked, it will not be good.

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"Hmph, he is the jewel in the Lord's eye, do you dare to kill him? Maybe she will be the queen in the future, do you dare to kill him?" The old monk looked coldly, glanced at the middle-aged man coldly, and said, "When the time comes

, Don’t blame the poor monk for not reminding you if his head fell off before he was killed!”

"Haha! The villain is talking nonsense and nonsense for a while. Master, don't be offended. Don't be offended. The villain will definitely serve the Wu family well." The middle-aged man said quickly.

"Okay, please step back first!" The old monk frowned, waved and said: "In the future, don't come here unless necessary. If there is a plan, the poor monk will definitely send someone to inform you."

"Yes, yes, I'm resigning." The middle-aged man didn't dare to neglect, and quickly handed him over, quickly disappearing into the secret room.

"The Wu family's heroine rules the world, hum, it's not impossible." A sneer appeared on the corner of the old monk's mouth, and he said lightly: "What the secret is, even a poor Taoist can't guess it, let alone ordinary people like you.

"The old monk touched his bald head and let out a long sigh in his heart. It seemed that his hair had been shaved off for a long time and he had forgotten his previous identity. He only remembered that he was a monk now.

"My Lady, we can reach Wuhu in half an hour." On the Yangtze River, flags were flying, and dozens of large ships were sailing down the river. A large flag was flying on the flag, and the word "Tang" on it was shining in the sun.

, shining with golden light. Beside the big flag, there is a small flag with a shining golden phoenix embroidered on it. This is the symbol of the Queen, indicating that this fleet is Cui Yingying who came to Jiangnan to relax.

"General Wang, thank you very much." Cui Yingying was wearing a big cloak, her face was rosy, she was looking at Jiangnan, not knowing what she was thinking.

"Serving the empress is a blessing for the general." Wang Xiao's face was dark, his eyes flashed coldly, and he raised his hands and said without being arrogant or humble.

"I heard that General Wang graduated from the third batch of martial arts students?" Cui Yingying turned around and asked.

"Yes, the mountain chief personally wears a seven-star sword." Wang Xiao's eyes showed a hint of excitement, and he straightened up with a bit of pride, and immediately exposed a small sword on his waist. Cui Yingying looked at it

When he passed by, he saw seven gems shining with golden light on the scabbard of the opponent's sword, forming the shape of seven stars. It was the seven-star sword.

"Yes, yes." Cui Yingying nodded, the joy on her face became even stronger, and said: "Since you can obtain the Seven-Star Sword and you are considered an outstanding talent in martial arts, why did your Majesty not take you to the front line, but instead sent you to the front line?

How about staying in the imperial army? I remember that all students who graduate from martial arts must go to the front line to train for a while and fill the front line. General Wang is a partial general and can lead three thousand people to fight. According to General Wang's ability, it is not difficult to make contributions.

"It is certainly very prestigious to stay in the Royal Forest Army, but it is very difficult to make achievements."

"Your Majesty, I don't know. The general got married before he went on the expedition. The Hussar General said that the general was newly married and could not go on the expedition, so he denied the general's request." Wang Xiao's face flashed with a trace of unwillingness.

"Oh, that's it! Xu Shiji is still a bit humane." Cui Yingying nodded and said: "It's a pity that you have the opportunity to make a contribution this time. I heard that your classmates showed their talents on the battlefield of Goguryeo and led the army.

You have fought in battles and made countless meritorious deeds. After returning this time, you have countless people who have made you a prince. You have lost an excellent opportunity."

"Haha, escorting the empress is also a great achievement." A forced smile appeared on Wang Xiao's face and he said: "Besides, Your Majesty is conquering the world, and I don't know how much land has not yet been conquered. I will eventually know that in the west and north of our Tang Dynasty

, there are still strong enemies that have not yet been conquered. Your Majesty has great talents and great strategies. Our Tang Dynasty is strong and the people are prosperous. We will definitely have weapons and weapons in the near future. When the time comes, the general will just ask for orders to go out. The general is still young, and there are many opportunities."

Having said this, Wang Xiao still had a pang in his heart. A child from a poor family could either study literature or join the army, which was an excellent way to get rid of his identity. Wang Xiao had the opportunity to enter martial arts, just for the sake of honoring his ancestors. He finally got it.

The opportunity was wasted by myself. How can I feel better in my heart? Saying that I am waiting for the opportunity to conquer the world in the future is just a word to comfort myself. When the time comes to conquer, I and my classmates will be too far behind.

It's too far. One step is missing, one step is missing! Wang Xiao clearly understands this kind of thing, but it's just not easy to show it in front of Cui Yingying.

"Haha, general, don't worry, there are opportunities." Cui Yingying seemed to see the reluctance in his heart, and said with a smile: "People with great talents are not afraid of opportunities that will not be used. Imagine General Li Jing, who was originally just

He is a captain with great talents, but no one can use them. Only after meeting His Majesty can he display his military talents. At that time, he was already past his prime. The general was only twenty years old and had already become an official.

If you miss the general, there will definitely be a chance in the future."

"Thank you for your condolences," Wang Xiao said quickly.

"Your Majesty, there is an urgent report." At this moment, a palace maid quickly led a captain over. The captain had a stern look on his face, with a faint haze in his eyes. He was wearing a flying fish suit and his waist was swollen.

Carrying an embroidered spring knife, he is the Jinyiwei, the intelligence organization of the Tang Dynasty.

"Meet the Empress on the twenty-eighth day of the Earthly Branch." The guard in Jinyi took out an iron plate from his waist, with the words "The twenty-eighth day of the earthly branch" written on it.

"Get up and speak." Cui Yingying's heart moved, she waved her hand and said, "What do you want to see me for?" Although her voice was very kind, there was a hint of majesty in it. After all, she is a queen. This kind of grace.

The luxurious atmosphere is impossible to change.

"Your Majesty, the Jiangnan Jinyi Guards received a report that a large number of suspicious people gathered in Jiangnan, and are now heading towards Wuhu. The Jinyi Guards concluded that someone may be unfavorable to the Empress, so they asked the villain to come and report to the Empress, please

Your Majesty, please take a detour." Jin Yiwei said loudly.

"Suspicious person? Do you know who he is?" Cui Yingying's complexion changed. Jiangnan has always been a peaceful place. How has this situation ever happened? She frowned and said, "Is there some natural or man-made disaster in Jiangnan that caused the people to be dissatisfied with the imperial court?"

, or is there an official who oppressed the people too much, causing the people to rise up? Why didn't you Jiangnan Jinyi Guards come and report it as soon as possible? Why did you wait until now to tell us about such a big thing in Jiangnan?" Cui Yingying's voice was stern, her eyes flashed with majesty, and she snorted coldly.

He hummed and looked at the Jin Yiwei in front of him. When Wang Xiao saw this, his expression changed, and his right hand immediately fell on the steel knife at his waist. Once he heard Cui Yingying's order, he could easily split the person in front of him in half.

"Your Majesty, these people are hiding very secretly. There was no news at all in advance, so the ministers and others were unable to identify this matter." Jin Yiwei said cautiously.

"Which path do you want us to take?" Cui Yingying glanced at the Jin Yiwei and said calmly.

"Go down the river." Jin Yiwei said without thinking.

"Going down the river?" Cui Yingying said with a smile: "If I go down the river, I'm afraid I won't even know how I died! Wouldn't this become a joke to the world?"

"Your Majesty, I don't know what your Majesty is talking about?" Jin Yiwei's expression changed, but he quickly lowered his head.

"Haha, you have a stern face, tall and strong body. You can see it at a glance among the crowd. There is a callus on the tiger's mouth on your right hand. You are obviously not an ordinary person. Hum, I'm afraid you don't know how Jin Yiwei chooses people.

What is the standard?" Cui Yingying said coldly: "Everyone in the Jinyi Guards chooses ordinary people. They can be thrown into the crowd and will not attract other people's attention. But you are different. With such an appearance, you can't be placed anywhere.

Someone will pay attention everywhere, so you are not a royal guard at all."

"Kill!" The Jin Yiwei's complexion changed when he heard this. He took out a dagger from his waist and stabbed Cui Yingying.

"How dare you, the thief!" Wang Xiao, who was on the side, had been preparing for a long time. When he saw the other party making a move, he moved and immediately blocked Cui Yingying behind him. He took out the sword from his waist and chopped off the fake Jin Yiwei.

past.

"Leave alive." Cui Yingying said loudly behind her.

"Drink!" A cold light flashed, a shower of blood suddenly flew from the bow of the boat, a burst of red light splashed on the river, and a headless corpse suddenly appeared on the bow of the boat.

"Please forgive me, my Majesty. I couldn't hold back and killed the thief by mistake." Wang Xiao knelt down on the bow of the boat and said with an uneasy expression.

"Get up! I can't blame you." After a while, Cui Yingying sighed deeply and said: "If it weren't for you, I would have been killed by this thief. General Wang has merits and demerits. I will naturally know when I look back.
To be continued...