The expansion of Angola conquest led to the annexation of several small and independent states around it, and the rulers of these small states had to flee in search of refuge from the great powers. Some were unwilling, so they spent a lot of money to open a high price, snared killers everywhere, and vowed to assassinate Lei Xiao to relieve the hatred in their hearts.

Since Yan Tianmu took charge of the defense of Beijing, the task was very arduous. On the one hand, he sent people undercover everywhere, and on the other hand, he obtained the movements of these people through various channels. Over time, I have obtained a lot of various information, but it is obviously meaningless to trace it according to the existing clues. He could only adopt a strategy of strict prevention and stubborn defense, strengthen the inventory of people who come and go to the city all day, regularly clean up all kinds of people and other mixed places, and encrypt the number of patrols in Beijing. Even so, his nerves did not dare to relax in the slightest.

After Lei Xiao ascended the throne, a ceremony to worship the heavens was held every year.

Located on the southern outskirts of the capital, the temple is surrounded by dense forests and weeds, so if a few people are hiding in it, it is not easy to be detected during the inspection. Yan Tianmu had arrived here before the sacrifice, he observed the terrain for a long time, and decided to only send troops outside the walls of the sacrifice hall to guard it, so as to have no blind spots as much as possible. He himself tried his best to ensure Lei Xiao's personal protection during the sacrifice.

Lei Xiao first went to the palace to fast for a day, and the next day, before dawn, the bell tower in the northeast corner of the palace began to ring the bell, and he got up and went to the clothing table to wash and change clothes. At this time, the god tablet has been sent to the corresponding position on the table; a calf is placed on the burnt wood stove in front of the altar, which is being burned with pine branches, the panlong all-night treasure wax on the lamp pole in the southwest has been lit, and the Tainan Square is lined up with a band. Then, in cooperation with Zhonghe Shaole, accompanied by hundreds of civil and military officials, the ceremony of sacrificing to the heavens officially began.

Lei Xiao ascended the altar from the left door, and after standing in the worship position, he listened to the report of the Sizan people. Then, Lei Xiao read the blessing of the emperor and God.

After the sacrifice, Lei Xiao left from the front steps accompanied by hundreds of officials. When Lei Xiao passed by the band standing in the south, one of the members of the band jumped out, without saying a word, holding a flute, and a dagger poked out from the flute, heading straight at him. Everyone was caught off guard, shouting for escort, trying to stop them, but Wenchen was weak, and most of them trampled on each other in a panic, taking care of themselves. Lei Xiao was also taken aback, and before he could react, he saw Yan Tianmu rushing over and blocking in front of him to fight with the person who was already close at hand.

The two were evenly matched, and neither could subdue the other. The soldiers outside the temple got the news and rushed in. The man saw that the soldiers were constantly pouring in from the outside, and the situation was becoming more and more unfavorable to him, and then looked at the distance between Yan Tianmu and Lei Xiao, turned his heart sideways, and directly used his body to penetrate the sword in Yan Tianmu's hand, and stuck it on Yan Tianmu's body to stab Lei Xiao.

Yan Tianmu's eyes were quick, he used his left hand to block, and the dagger in the flute passed through his palm and stopped at the tip of Lei Xiao's nose. Seeing that the plan was completely frustrated, the man slapped Yan Tianmu in the chest, and he fell to the ground with a long sword and died. Yan Tianmu staggered back a few steps by this palm, but without suppressing it, a mouthful of blood spurted out.

"Don't move, just lie down. Lei Xiao personally came to the Yan Mansion to visit. When Yan Tianmu saw Lei Xiao coming in, he was about to get up to greet him, but Lei Xiao hurriedly spoke out to dissuade him.

"Weichen didn't dare. Yan Tianmu still struggled to get up. His face was pale, and he could see that he was wounded.

"I have already said, don't get up. Lei Xiao walked over and pressed his shoulders and pressed him back to his place, "When did you see me like this?"

"I asked the Imperial Doctor, your injuries are not light, and it will take a while to heal. Thinking about it, the killer is by no means idle, I don't know who hired such a powerful helper. If I find out, I will not spare it. Seeing him lying down, Lei Xiao sighed and said, "Thanks to you this time, I can be safe and sound." ”

"It is the duty of Weichen to protect His Majesty, and he does not dare to take credit. Yan Tianmu replied. "However, after this incident, I hope that Your Majesty will strengthen the palace guards. ”

"I know. I have already made up my mind about this matter. Lei Xiao patted Yan Tianmu's shoulder, "You take care of your injuries first, and talk about other things later." ”

"Imperial Doctor," Lei Xiao ordered someone to summon the Imperial Physician who was treating him, "You will stay in the Yan Mansion first, and then return to the palace after General Yan is healed." If you need any medicinal herbs, just go to the Ministry of Internal Affairs to get them, and don't be stingy. ”

"Obey. The Imperial Doctor agreed with trepidation. Fortunately, General Yan's injuries did not kill him, otherwise, he would have his head hanging in Yan's mansion. He quietly wiped his sweat.

"How is Tianmu?" Zi Su waited at Lei Xiao for a long time, and when he saw him coming back, he greeted him and asked hurriedly. The assassination of Lei Xiao's sacrifice was rumored in the palace early in the morning. She really couldn't wait and wanted to come over to take a look, but Lei Xiao had already gone to the Yan Mansion. Thinking that Tianmu had been injured, she was so anxious that she couldn't sit still.

"It's okay now. After a while, it will recover. I have already sent a physician to take care of it in the Yan Mansion. Lei Xiao patted Zisu's hand comfortingly, "Don't be anxious." If you are really worried, I will allow you to go home and visit you for a few days. ”

"No need, Your Majesty can't break the rules of this palace for me. Shisu refused, and she forced a smile, "As long as you know that there is nothing wrong." ”

"I'm sorry for you. Lei Xiao looked at Zisu apologetically. He knew that their brother and sister had always had a deep relationship, and this incident must have caused Shisu to suffer a lot.

"Where does this begin," Shisu said faintly, "even if you are not the king, he will still do his best to protect you." Isn't it?"

"When he recovers, I will hand over the garrison of the inner palace to him, what do you think?" Lei Xiao knew that Zisu's words were true, and he and Tianmu were probably a little closer than brothers.

"It's up to Your Majesty to decide. This news surprised Shisu, and the surprise was followed by ecstasy. Traditionally, the garrison of Gyeonggi has only been outside the palace, but Tianmu has entered the inner palace, which shows the king's trust in him. I hope Tianmu can grasp it well and not let this opportunity down.

Lei Yao was alone in the tent, carefully describing the flower, the Bharata in Xiyan's mouth, with his pen, his nose, there always seemed to be a fragrance of flowers wafting in the air. After she had left, he went to the garden again, and the flower was still bewitching, stubbornly displaying its first coat. Under the sun, it is even more red and dazzling, and among the other blooming flowers, it is like an awkward little girl, showing off itself in the most primitive way.

Lei Yao has only been away from home for a month, and Chaoyan is already missing it very much, and he wants to wear it every day without thinking about tea and dinner. Although the camp is only in the suburbs, families are not allowed to visit casually. She tried her best to pay more attention to the young children, but even when she looked at Si Zhao's face, she couldn't help but think of Lei Yao. When will he come back? Lei Yao brought back the letters, she didn't know how many times a day she had to read. There he met Yuyan, and she was all right.