NOVEL NEXT Chapter 436 Tied together
Zhang Zhongyue used thunderous means to kill Li Zhi and others unexpectedly in order to regain control of the military power. He later killed Xie Yuan because he did not want what he had done to be exposed immediately.
As long as they died, even if the court would blame them, he could use half his life's power to settle the aftermath. But what Zhang Zhongyue didn't expect was that it would be just a little bit worse every time.
He knew that this time he was really doomed, and the court would never let him go, and it would also harm his clan members. He sat up with some difficulty, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, and stood up slowly after a while.
Panting, he opened the secret compartment and picked up the confession he had written a long time ago. Unexpectedly, he used it in the end, hoping that the Holy One would spare the lives of the Zhang family for the sake of the things he offered.
After Zhang Zhongyue calmed down his emotions, he called Zhang Yi in.
"Send this memorial to Kyoto as quickly as possible."
"Yes!"
After Zhang Yi put away the memorial and left, Zhang Zhongyue sat down at the table and wrote a letter to the eldest prince.
He has never liked the eldest prince, but his daughter likes him, so he has no choice but to support the eldest prince.
Although the eldest prince has many shortcomings, he can listen to good advice and loves his daughter. This is true. As long as he does not die, his daughter will be fine.
Facing old age, he always has to make plans for the two of them.
When they are well, they can also protect their clansmen.
In Yuecheng, Shen Mo's eyes widened immediately after hearing the secret guard's report, and he stood up quickly.
"Old thief, so brave."
He walked around the room angrily. After two laps, he finally calmed down and asked, "How is my disciple doing now?"
"Before the news came, he was still in a coma, but the doctor said there was no danger to his life. He just needed to rest for a while and he would be fine."
Shen Mo slowly sat down again after hearing this.
"Please tell me carefully about the affairs of Yuanjiang Mansion."
The secret guard didn't dare to hide anything, so he told the story in detail.
In the living room, Song Wan saw that the food was almost cold, but Shen Mo never came. She put down the cat in her hand, got up and went to the study. From a distance, she saw a secret guard reporting something to Shen Mo.
She walked into the study, and the secret guard saw that she was somewhat guilty. After bowing respectfully, he withdrew.
Song Wan sat down next to Shen Mo, chuckled and joked: "I didn't know that my secret guard was in trouble right now, and you were the one who reported it first."
"We have been one body for a long time, so there is no difference between you and me."
Shen Mo paused and asked, "Is it time to eat?"
"This isn't waiting for you."
Shen Mo took her hand and said, "It's not mine, let's go eat!"
Song Wan said softly and asked, "But what happened? I see you are very unhappy."
Shen Mo didn't hide it from her, mainly because he couldn't.
"Zijing is injured, I'm a little worried."
Song Wan raised her eyebrows slightly.
"He is the prefect of Yuanjiang, how could he be injured? Who dares to hurt him?"
Shen Mo snorted.
"He's not that old man like Zhang Zhongyue. The longer he lives, the more confused he becomes. If he dies, he will die. I think he wants to bury the entire Zhang family with him."
"The imperial court has taken control of the military? Is he jumping over the wall in a hurry?"
"almost!"
Shen Mo told Song Wan what happened in the past two days.
Song Wan was speechless for a long time after hearing this. After a while, she finally said: "He is a veteran of two dynasties. Why is he so old and confused?"
"It's just a fight to the death."
Shen Mo paused and said: "Pack up your things, let's go to Yuanjiang Mansion. After all, we have been officials together for so many years, and now he is going to die. Let's go see him!"
Song Wan glanced at him sideways.
"If you're worried about Xie Yuan, just tell him directly, but he also dragged Zhang Zhongyue into it."
Shen Mo smiled and didn't say much.
At the prefect's Yamen, it was already late when Xie Yuan woke up again. After sleeping for more than an hour, he felt much better. He was about to call someone when he suddenly heard a burst of footsteps. Then Mao Zijun opened the courtyard door and held the Rice walked in.
The two looked at each other, and Mao Zijun closed the door with his backhand.
"you're awake?"
Xie Yuan said 'hmm'.
Mao Zijun walked to the bed and sat down, put down the tray, and carefully helped Xie Yuan sit up.
"The doctor said you lost too much blood and need to eat something to replenish blood. I asked the kitchen to cook red date and lotus seed porridge. You can drink some!"
"it is good!"
After Xie Yuan finished his porridge, he looked at Mao Zijun who hesitated to speak several times and chuckled.
"If you feel ashamed of me, we will change the contract we signed before. How about you protect me for a few more years?"
After Mao Zijun heard this, he immediately relaxed.
"No need to change, my life will be yours from now on."
Xie Yuan raised his eyebrows.
"Can your family agree?"
"My parents said that you are a good official, and a very capable one, so let me follow you to find a decent career."
Xie Yuan nodded and looked at Mao Zijun.
"What about you?"
Mao Zijun grinned.
"Although you like to boss people around, the food you cook is really delicious. Moreover, you saved my life. I recognize you as my friend."
If Xie Yuan hadn't blocked the arrow for him, he wouldn't have been so seriously injured.
"You don't have to be too grateful to me. You know I'm wearing soft armor, and in that situation, we can only survive if we save you. I have no choice."
Although Xie Yuan's words were unpleasant, they made Mao Zijun feel warm in his heart.
"If this happens again next time, you don't have to save me, just run away if you can. Your life is worth more than mine."
The corners of Xie Yuan's lips curled up slightly.
"You said we are friends, how could I abandon my friends and escape alone."
He paused and looked at Mao Zijun, whose eyes were slightly red due to emotion.
"My life will be in your hands from now on."
"Ok!"
"Bring me another bowl of porridge, I'm not full."
"it is good!"
Xie Yuan looked at Mao Zijun leaving and smiled. From then on, they were all tied together.
…………
In Shangqing Temple, Jiang Mingyue spoke to Changsheng alone for a few words before leaving.
"Taoist Priest Changsheng, the foot of the mountain has been very lively recently. If you have time, you might as well take Sister Su Su to visit the foot of the mountain."
Chang Sheng looked at her after hearing this.
Although he didn't say a word, Jiang Mingyue already knew what he meant through his eyes.
"Sister Susu didn't tell me anything, but I think although the mountains are nice, you still need to experience the prosperity of the world occasionally."
Changsheng fell into deep thought after hearing this. After a while, he came back to his senses and looked at Jiang Mingyue.
"Thank you!"
Jiang Mingyue smiled slightly.
"You're welcome!"
Jiang Mingyue thought that there would be fewer people when she went down the mountain, but she didn't expect that people were still coming and going. Fortunately, she went down the mountain early and finally returned home before dark.
In Qingshi Alley, Jiang Minghong felt relieved when he saw that his sister had returned safely.
"Sister, where have you been?"
Jiang Mingyue knew that she had been out for most of the day, and Adi must have been worried.
"I went to Shangqing Temple. I'm sorry for making you worry. I will tell you if I go out in the future."
Hearing this, Jiang Minghong knew what his sister was doing at Shangqing Temple. He helped her sit down and said, "In the early morning, I went to the British Duke's Mansion to inquire about the Yuanjiang Mansion from my sixth brother-in-law..."
Jiang Mingyue sat up straight in an instant, looking like she was listening carefully.