The sound of fighting in the prince's bedroom had already spread. Zhang Ying, the commander of the imperial army who was guarding the palace, arrived. When he saw the corpse in the palace, he was shocked and turned pale. He hurriedly knelt down to apologize.
"Zhang Ying, the commander of the Forbidden Army, met His Highness and allowed assassins to disturb His Highness. This is a capital crime for the general."
Why did Zhang Ying come so quickly? He was Prince Ning's man. The matter had been exposed. Unknowingly, it had been exposed. But Zhu Houzhao didn't expect that at this time, who wanted to kill him?
He ignored Zhang Ying, but turned to look at the miserable Liu Jin, and praised, "You sacrificed your life to protect me today. Your loyalty is commendable. Very good, very good."
Liu Jin was immediately overjoyed and thanked him profusely, "Thank you for the compliment, Your Highness. I only have Your Highness in my heart, and I don't dare to praise Your Highness." He never thought that one day he would be praised by the Crown Prince. In the past, no matter whether he did wrong or right, he was just a slave. The idiot was shouting and shouting, it seemed that he had really won the crown prince's heart this time.
Zhang Ying knelt and no one paid attention to him, and she didn't dare to get up. She didn't know what Zhu Houzhao meant, or whether he had discovered something?
Zhu Houzhao looked at Zhang Ying who was kneeling not far in front of him. After all, his vision and experience were not comparable to those of ordinary people. The experience of the eighth life told him that this assassination was not easy. At least the Zhang Ying in front of him was very problematic. The crown prince Outside the palace, there was no one protecting him, allowing the assassins and eunuchs with swords to break in easily. Is it possible to say that there is no problem with the imperial army?
Moreover, everything that happened after Zhang Ying came in was invisible in Zhu Houzhao's eyes. It was just that he didn't know the person behind him. If he didn't figure it out, it was like a stick in his throat. Although he knew his fate long ago, he is now reincarnated with the memories of his previous life. Rebirth, even if fate is like this, I still want to change something.
"Zhang Ying, you came at the right time. How can you be guilty? Lead people to clean up this place and don't disturb anyone, especially the queen mother. Do you understand? If anyone is leaked, he will be killed without mercy. Just retreat. "Zhu Houzhao said in a deep voice.
Liu Jin's mind tightened, and she suddenly had a strange feeling. The Crown Prince in front of her seemed to have changed. If it had been before, there might have been a big fuss, and she and Zhang Ying might have been whipped.
Zhang Ying also felt the same, but secretly breathed a sigh of relief. At least it was good like this for now. "General, please leave."
Zhang Dacai accepted all of Zhu Houzhao's memories and feelings, and his whole person became more complicated. The lonely and depressed emotions in previous lives seemed to be releasing in a rhythm. He quietly watched Zhang Ying exit the hall, and the body was also After taking him away quietly, he looked at Liu Jin and said calmly: "Liu Jin."
"What are your orders, Your Highness?" Liu Jin said flatteringly.
Zhu Houzhao said in a deep voice: "Slave dog, you are so brave."
"Bah!" Liu Jin quickly knelt down and banged his forehead on the ground.
"This slave deserves to die, but this slave is very timid. I really don't know what happened today." But he didn't know that his explanation made Zhu Houzhao even more convinced that something was fishy at this time.
After the brief excitement, there were waves of fear. If he was assassinated inexplicably like this, this life would be too sad. Fortunately, he did not deserve to die. He only had more than ten years to enjoy it, regardless of himself. What is his fate? At least now he is the future emperor. If he wants to get rid of those who threaten him, he must take action as soon as possible. He must not be soft-hearted.
"Oh, what do you mean, do you know who committed the assassination? You slave, you still haven't confessed honestly. You said, what do you know? Explain clearly." Zhu Houzhao asked in a deep voice.
When things got to this point, there was no chance of any luck. Liu Jin was actually very scared. He was just greedy for some money, but he didn't expect that he would be trapped in it now. If he told it, his life would be in danger. If he didn't tell it, His Highness would be If he won't let go, he will be scratched alive. According to this man's temper, this is very possible. After weighing it, it is better to explain it happily. Maybe there will be a turn for the better.
Liu Jin burst into tears, her eyes full of remorse, and she sobbed, "Your Highness, I am guilty. I deserve to die. I am unconscious. A few days ago, His Highness Prince Ning sent me a sum of money and asked me to help me say a good word. Your Highness knows this." , I am timid and did not dare to agree, but His Highness Prince Ning is the prince after all. I did not dare to refuse, so I accepted it, but I have no other meaning. I really don’t know about what happened today. It is because I am greedy for money. , this slave deserves to die, your highness, please spare this slave this time, I will never dare to do it again."
Zhu Houzhao watched his performance coldly and said nothing, thinking to himself, "This dead eunuch just appeared too timely. Either he knew something in advance and came in a hurry, or he was still a little scared, so he was not without medicine." But he can be saved. I can still use him now. If he is obedient, just keep him. Maybe he will be of great use in the future."
"stand up."
Liu Jin quickly got up, bowed and stood aside, cautiously, but she didn't know that she had already passed through the gate of hell. This was not the previous mischievous prince, but a human spirit who had been reincarnated for eight lives. Who can be bullied? Liu Jin breathed a sigh of relief, at least this level was over.
Zhu Houzhao thought about his words, Ning Wang Zhu Chenhao? Damn it, I just came here and I confronted you, wanting my throne. Unfortunately, I have already seen through it. You have no chance, and I will not give you a chance. I still have more than ten years to waste. , even if I am destined to die a bad death, I cannot die in your hands. If you want me to die, I will kill you first to see how you still rebel.
"This matter must not be leaked. Everyone who knows what happened today must keep their mouths shut. If anything is leaked that should not be spread, you will be careful about your life." Zhu Houzhao said fiercely.
Liu Jin quickly prostrated himself and promised again and again that today's incident would not be spread. His body kept shaking. His Royal Highness had really changed. If he had been beaten before, he would have been more confident than his current tone.
Zhu Houzhao understood it and was satisfied. He spoke calmly and asked for candied dates. It was half a threat and half a promise; "I want you to do something. This matter must be done before I ascend the throne." If it's done, if it's done, I won't treat you badly in the future. If it's done badly, you can go to the imperial mausoleum to accompany the late emperor."
Liu Jin is a person who is very good at getting things done, otherwise he would not have reached the point of "establishing an emperor". His ability is very good. Hearing this, he knew that his opportunity had come. Can he handle it? It doesn't exist. With his reputation as the most popular person around the prince and the leader of the Eight Tigers, is there anything he can't do well?
But when Zhu Houzhao told him what he was going to do, he knew how difficult it was to handle. He might even offend all the vassal kings of the royal family, and he would have to shed his skin even if he died in the future. However, since the prince gave the order, For those who regard Eunuch Zheng He as their target, how else can they get His Highness the Crown Prince? No, there is no one who is stronger than His Majesty who will ascend the throne tomorrow. Forget it, just die. Maybe our family will have a better future. It can also go down in history.
