In the autumn rain season, the autumn colors blow like Buddha, and the whole city is desolate.
There was an ordinary carriage driving through the streets of Kyoto. To outsiders, it looked like it belonged to a slightly wealthy family, but if they knew who was sitting inside, they probably wouldn't think so.
The chief steward Zheng Dehai was in the carriage at this time and said timidly: "Your Majesty, in this rainy season... why do you insist on leaving the palace with your body like this?"
The old emperor's illness was getting worse day by day. If he and Gu Xiaotian hadn't made a five-year agreement, he might have passed away long ago.
But the disease was eroding him, and there was really no good medicine that could cure his disease. Even if the old emperor could hold on, he was still ravaged by the disease, and his health was getting worse day by day.
However, the old emperor didn't care about this. He just waved his hand and said with a smile: "Dehaia, you don't need to call me Your Majesty when you leave the palace. I know my body best."
Zheng Dehai could only sigh silently.
The old emperor quietly opened the car curtain and looked at the bustling streets of Kyoto. He couldn't help but smile, and said with emotion: "Dehaia, I hope the world will always be like this."
Zheng Dehai also smiled and said: "It will definitely be what His Majesty thinks."
After traveling all the way, the carriage finally stopped in front of the Gu family's mansion.
According to common sense, if the old emperor wanted to see Gu Le, he couldn't help but go to so much trouble and issue an imperial edict directly, and Gu Le would have to run into the palace in a hurry.
But today the old emperor didn't know what was going on. He insisted on leaving the palace and said that he must come to the door in person.
Gu Le had been waiting for a long time. He welcomed the old emperor out of the carriage. Looking at the old emperor's thin face, he tutted: "Old Sun, you have worried too much in your life. You are better now. You are so thin." Do it as an adult."
The old emperor Sun Yanshou pointed at Gu Le and said happily: "You guy, a dog's mouth can't spit out ivory."
Gu Le let out a laugh and said sarcastically: "If this were in the palace, you wouldn't be able to chop off even ten heads for me, but now you are in my Gu family's mansion, so you have to obey the rules." "
Zheng Dehai has long been accustomed to this scene, and now he can only cover his mouth and enjoy himself.
I'm afraid that in the entire Bahuang, there is only one person who can speak to the old emperor like this.
The two old men were chatting and laughing, saying nothing to each other, and neither gave in to the other. However, Gu Le supported Sun Yanshou from beginning to end. In order to match Sun Yanshou's pace, he walked much slower than usual. This was only one step. Walked to the main room.
After Sun Yanshou took his seat, he waved to Zheng Dehai, who had been following him, and said, "Dehai, you go out first."
Zheng Dehai said anxiously: "Your Majesty, if I am not with you, who will take care of your dragon body?"
Sun Yanshou said angrily: "It's not like I'm paralyzed on the bed and can't get up. If you leave for a while, will I die? Listen to the order and get out."
"Hey." Zheng Dehai had no choice but to retreat.
At this time, only Gu Le and Sun Yanshou were left in the room.
Sun Yanshou smiled and said, "Your grandson should have reached Beihuang by now?"
Gu Le clicked his tongue and said, "You know what I'm asking, don't you pay attention to this kid's schedule?"
Sun Yanshou smiled and did not answer.
Gu Le said worriedly: "At this time, I still have to trouble you, old boy. If something happens to him, I must save him."
There is no reason not to worry about your own grandson.
Gu Le also entrusted an old man to help secretly. This old man had already retired to seclusion, and being invited out by Gu Le showed that they had a good friendship.
However, this old man would not take action unless absolutely necessary.
Sun Yanshou naturally knew what Gu Le wanted, but at this time he could only apologize: "Old Gu, I naturally have high expectations for your grandson, but the world is never a one-person world, and I have to Think about the people."
Gu Le snorted, blew his nose and glared, saying that the old emperor was stingy.
Sun Yanshou did not continue the conversation, but changed the topic, "Gu Qingfeng came to see me personally a few days ago."
"Oh? That boy still has such leisure?" Gu Le asked curiously.
"With Gu Qingfeng secretly protecting you, your grandson is absolutely safe. Don't worry too much."
"Come on, that kid Gu Qingfeng will do anything for the sake of his own righteousness. His martial arts is very good, but I don't trust him."
Sun Yanshou shook his head, that's what's bad about this ancient music.
You care so much about your grandson!
Suddenly, Sun Yanshou coughed violently. He covered his mouth and coughed several times before the sound gradually weakened. When he took his hand away, it was covered with blood.
Sun Yanshou shook his head, picked up a towel and gently wiped away the blood, and sighed: "I'm old... I don't know if I can still hold on to this world."
Gu Le lamented: "Old Sun, I would say you should have abdicated long ago. It's just a pity that your two sons died too early. Otherwise, if you just choose one of them to take the throne, your body would not be in such a bad state." .”
Sun Yanshou smiled at this and said: "Actually, I have always believed that the second child is the most suitable person to be the emperor."
Gu Le was disdainful of this.
As for Sun Yanshou, the second-in-command, he might not be able to achieve anything among ordinary people.
Sun Yanshou had three sons in total. The eldest son was brave and good at fighting. He was able to lead troops in battle at the age of fifteen and made countless military exploits. Unfortunately, God was jealous of talents. In order to cover his troops, they all retreated. The eldest son eventually died in the battle. On the battlefield.
The younger son was able to read the Four Books and Five Classics by heart at the age of three. He had an outstanding memory and was able to propose governance policies at the age of six, so he was appointed as the prince. Unfortunately, the prince was a real sick man who had been soaked in medicine jars since he was a child. But the disease eventually took his life.
People often say that the eldest son of a family is the bravest, and the youngest son of a family is the smartest. The second eldest child is probably the most clever and cunning person who plays with people's hearts, and is also the most suitable person to be a monarch.
But Sun Yanshou's second son has no talent in martial arts since he was a child, and he is not very smart. He has been working hard, but he has never been able to catch up with others. Although the people under his command are obedient to him, deep down they only think of him. It's just a good life.
Therefore, the second son finally became disheartened and quietly left the palace and has not come back to this day.
Sun Yanshou closed his eyes and recalled his three sons, with tears in the corners of his eyes, but he soon felt relieved.
Although people cannot be resurrected after death, Sun Yanshou is still willing to place all his hopes on his only son who is still alive.
He murmured: "I hope that kid can think clearly."
Mobeicheng, the Xin family's mansion.
Gu Xiaotian and his party arrived as promised.
Standing in front of Huihong's Xin family mansion, Gu Xiaotian hesitated. After all, the Hongmen Banquet was before him, but he had no choice.
In front of the mansion, Xin Feng had been waiting for a long time. When he saw the group arriving, he immediately stepped forward and said, "You guys are very punctual. My father is already waiting in the main room."
Gu Xiaotian didn't smile at all, and just followed Xin Feng silently.
A group of people walked through the corridor, and there was a guard team practicing martial arts on the martial arts training platform. This is extremely normal for a big family. It is strange for a big family to have a guard team, but what is strange is that this guard team of the Xin family But he was wearing the military uniform of the current dynasty. :
Gu Xiaotian said angrily: "The Xin family is so prestigious. All the soldiers of the dynasty practiced martial arts here."
The implication is that since the Xin family has taken advantage of the public domain for private purposes, according to the laws of the imperial court, this is a serious crime that could wipe out the whole family.
Xin Feng didn't care much about this, he just smiled and said: "These soldiers are veterans of the North. Our Xin family is just providing a convenience for these veterans."
Arriving at the door of the main room, Xin Feng, who had always been carefree, straightened his body. He knocked on the door three times and said loudly, "Father, we are here."
"come in."
A deep voice came from inside the house.
Xin Feng gently pushed open the main door, and Gu Xiaotian looked behind him. A strong old man was sitting on the main seat. On the right side of the old man was his wife, and the remaining children were seated in sequence. On both sides, only the left side is always empty.
After Xin Feng timidly called a few people, he opened the guest seats and invited Gu Xiaotian and his party to take their seats, and then returned to his seat.
After everyone was seated, the old man slowly said, "Gu Xiaotian, I've heard of you."
Gu Xiaotian twitched the corner of his mouth, "What does Mr. Xin want to say?"
The head of the Xin family smiled and said, "Let's talk about cooperation with you."
Gu Xiaotian was startled and looked at Family Master Xin suspiciously.
The news that the Xin family in Beihuang wants to rebel has spread all over the city. Even the imperial court has made a statement on this and cut off all beneficial contacts with the Xin family. Such rumors spread too much, and the people have to believe it. Believed.
Originally thinking that this was just a Hongmen banquet, Gu Xiaotian was even prepared for a big fight, but who knew that the head of the Xin family would not act according to common sense, and what kind of trouble was this?
Gu Xiaotian just asked: "Why does the Head of the Xin family think that I will cooperate with you?"
The head of the Xin family clapped his hands, and there was a burst of footsteps outside the door.
The first person to enter the room was wearing a suit of armor, and he held up his hands and said, "Master, what are your orders?"
Gu Xiaotian took a cursory glance and found that there were at least twenty people outside the door, all of whom were at a high level, and the person in armor in front of him was a level higher than the people outside the door.
The head of the Xin family smiled and said, "Wait outside the door for now. No one can leave this room today without my order."
After the leader accepted the order, he slowly exited and closed the door.
Gu Xiaotian was looking at the head of the Xin family indifferently at this time.
This person just wants to dominate the business and show off his power.
Gu Xiaotianpi said with a smile: "Master Xin, this is how you treat guests."
The head of the Xin family shook his head, "I just want to discuss a cooperation with you."
Gu Xiaotian said coldly: "Master Xin, are you threatening me?"
"It's not really a threat. As long as you agree to cooperate with me, I can let them leave now."
At this time, Xin Feng whispered: "Gu Xiaotian, I advise you to agree to this matter..."
At the same time, the head of the Xin family gave Xin Feng a hard look.
Xin Feng shivered, immediately lowered his head and said sorry, but said nothing.
At the dinner table, all the juniors except Xin Feng had a look of rejoicing in others' misfortune, which shows how unhappy Xin Feng's position is in the Xin family.
At the dinner table, the head of the Xin family said calmly: "This is the Northern Wasteland. If I really want you to die, I'm afraid you will be dead the moment you appear in front of the gate of Mobei City."
The head of the Xin family always kept a smile on his face, but in the eyes of outsiders, this smile looked more like a sinister smile.
Gu Xiaotian frowned, he had no choice at this time.
He didn't think he could break out unharmed with so many soldiers guarding the door, not to mention that the head of the Xin family was sitting here, and his level was so high.
"What kind of cooperation does Mr. Xin want to discuss?"
Gu Xiaotian continued to ask about the situation, and he was able to find out more about it.
As for whether he will agree to it or not, that's a matter of two opinions.
The head of the Xin family burst out laughing, clapped his hands and said, "After all, he is still a smart man. In this case, I will open the skylight and speak out."
"We, the Xin family, have worked hard for the imperial court all our lives. We put the imperial court first in everything, but in the end, just a slight disturbance has cut off the way forward for our Xin family, and the people of the Northern Wilderness have also suffered. If it weren't for the great cause of our Xin family, I’m afraid the Northern Wilderness could be renamed the Refugee Land.”
Speaking of excitement, the head of the Xin family acted even more angry, as if he was really being wronged for his duties, but the court seemed so ungrateful.
Gu Xiaotian interrupted: "Listen to what the Xin family leader means, the fault lies entirely with the court?"
The head of the Xin family sighed: "That's not entirely true. There is just some misunderstanding. But my Xin family has never thought of rebelling!"
Gu Xiaotian sneered and pointed his finger to the left side of the Xin family.
That position has been vacant since the moment you entered the room. Until now, everyone in this position has been empty.
It hasn't appeared yet.
Among all the members of the Xin family present, except for Xin Feng, whom they had met two days ago, no one else knew them.
According to the information from the Tiandi Alliance, the Xin family has old acquaintances of Gu Xiaotian.
Gu Xiaotian said coldly: "The Master of the Xin family is in this situation, why don't you invite the rightful master to come out?"
The head of the Xin family pretended to be stupid and said, "What do you mean?"
Gu Xiaotian looked at the head of the Xin family indifferently, then stood up and walked towards the door.
The head of the Xin family looked at his actions and simply said: "The matter has not been agreed yet, so it will not be easy to leave."
"Master Xin is worried too much. Without meeting the real owner, this cooperation cannot be negotiated."
The head of the Xin family suddenly became furious.
In the entire Northern Wilderness, who dares to talk to him like this? At this time, he was humiliated again and again, so naturally he didn't choose to endure it anymore.
"Keep them for me!"
The door was broken open, and the soldiers who had been guarding the door filed in.
