Chapter 1283: The Mastermind Behind the Scenes

Xinhu thought for a moment and said, "Since General Yuling returned from the Great Seal Kingdom last year, it has been difficult for us to see his people in the palace. I heard that he was in a bad mood because Princess Ziling of Nanyue Kingdom married the eldest prince of the Great Seal Kingdom, and often locked himself in his room and didn't come out. Sometimes he went to the famous brothel in the imperial city to be merry and happy, and stayed for several days, and His Royal Highness King Qi and the emperor were very disappointed in him recently. ”

Lin Wan listened carefully to Xinhu's narration, nodded slightly, and motioned for him to continue.

Xinhu continued: "We have long found out that someone has made a move on the side of Xiyan Mountain, but we really haven't found the mastermind behind it. Last night, the spies we arranged in Xiyan Mountain suddenly came with news that a person had been found near Xiyan Mountain, possibly General Yuling. After His Royal Highness the Crown Prince got the news, he immediately sent someone to inquire about the whereabouts of General Yuling, but found that General Yuling was not in the imperial city in the past few days. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince felt that this matter was extraordinary, so he decided to go to Xiyan Mountain in person. ”

Lin Wan's brows furrowed even tighter, and he secretly thought in his heart, since Ximen Yuling had built weapons privately, then the whereabouts of these weapons must not be visible, otherwise, there was no need for him to take this risk personally, and it was a felony to make weapons privately. If it is verified, it can justifiably eradicate all the Qi Wang and his party.

However, now that there are a large number of soldiers and horses of King Qi in the imperial city, even if Ximen Yuqing already has the evidence in hand, he does not dare to act rashly for the time being. However, if Ximen Yuling is allowed to successfully build these weapons and hide them privately, the consequences will be unimaginable. Therefore, it is indeed understandable that Ximen Yuqing did not rush back this time because of Lin Wan's summoning by the emperor.

Seeing that Lin Wan didn't speak, Xinhu didn't know what she was thinking, was silent for a while, and then helped Ximen Yuqing defend again: "Miss Wei, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince really can't get out of his body, don't be angry with him." What's more, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has already written a letter to the Emperor and arranged everything for you, you are living here with peace of mind, and when His Royal Highness the Crown Prince returns, he will definitely explain it to you. ”

Lin Wanwan smiled and asked, "Xinhu, do I look like I'm angry?"

Xinhu smirked twice, and said embarrassedly: "Miss Wei always smiles, and the villain can't tell whether you are angry or not, in short, it is always right to help His Royal Highness the Crown Prince say two more good words." ”

Lin Wan chuckled and shook his head, changed the subject, and asked in a low voice, "Xinhu, where are those people who came to Xiling Kingdom with me now?"

Xinhu was stunned, thought about it, shook his head, and said, "After we entered the palace, Yang Huan had already sent them into the city according to the instructions of His Royal Highness the Prince. At first, we sent someone to follow them secretly, but after only half a day, they got rid of them. Later, we sent men in the city to keep an eye on them, but we found nothing. Today, news of them has been completely lost. ”

Lin Wan frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "Where has the convoy of envoys from the Great Feudal Kingdom arrived? How long will it take to reach the Imperial City?"

Xinhu raised his eyes and glanced at Lin Wan, and said with some hesitation: "The villain heard that the honor guard of Princess Wan and His Royal Highness King Ping was attacked on the way to Xiling Kingdom, and His Royal Highness King Ping was slightly injured, so he was delayed on the road for a few days. Now I have only walked half the way, I only arrived in Nanjiang City yesterday, and I may not be able to reach the Imperial City until the beginning of next month at the earliest. ”

Lin Wan was shocked, and asked with a twisted eyebrow: "Is it true that His Royal Highness King Ping was only slightly injured, and are there any other casualties?"

Xinhu shook his head and said, "Please rest assured, Miss Wei, the news that the villain got is indeed the case, and the villain does not dare to deceive him." I heard that His Royal Highness King Ping was hit by an arrow, but he was not injured to the point, and after resting for two days, he continued on the road again without much casualties. ”

Lin Wan's face was very solemn, she knew that there were not too many casualties, that is, there were still casualties. The person pretending to be Zhou Tianqi was hit by an arrow and rested for two days before going on the road, that is, the injury was not light. Otherwise, Li Ping should not delay the trip.

Xinhu suddenly thought of something, and said worriedly: "Miss Wei, there is one more thing, Xinhu thinks it should let you know." ”

Lin Wan was shocked, raised his eyes to look at Xinhu in confusion, and asked, "What's the matter?"

Xinhu thought about it again before saying, "When the villain came back today, he heard a piece of news, that is, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of Nanyue Kingdom and his fiancΓ©e have also come to our Xiling Kingdom. Moreover, they traveled relatively quickly, and they may soon catch up with the honor guard of Her Royal Highness Princess Wan and Her Royal Highness King Peace. At their current pace, they might be able to enter the city in about the same time as the honor guard. ”

Lin Wan nodded slightly and said, "The people in the honor guard are all credible, and I am very relieved that General Li is leading the team." They knew that Lan Ziheng and Lu Manting were also here, and they would definitely speed up and never be caught up by them. Heartlake, you help me keep an eye on me, and when the guard of honor is about to arrive, be sure to tell me in advance, I must meet the guard of honor before they enter the city. ”

Xinhu nodded and replied: "Miss Wei, don't worry, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has already arranged it, and there will be no mistakes." ”

Lin Wan smiled slightly and said, "Okay, you go down, if there is any news, come and report to me immediately, there must be no mistake, understand?"

Xinhu replied without hesitation: "Yes, Miss Wei, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has explained, and when he is not there, he will listen to you for everything." ”

Lin Wan pursed her lips and smiled, and said softly: "You have been running back and forth today, and it has been very hard. When you go out, go and get some pastries from Nuan Xiang and take them back to eat slowly. ”

Xinhu's eyes suddenly lit up, and he happily waved his hand to Lin Wan, and said, "Thank you, Miss Wei, the villain hasn't even eaten lunch yet, and his stomach is hungry." Miss Wei is so considerate, no wonder Nuan Xiang and they are already following you so quickly. ”

Lin Wan covered her lips and smiled, and teased: "Xinhu, when will you follow me with all your heart like Nuan Xiang and them?"

Xinhu's mind was very flexible, and he immediately smiled: "The villain has already followed Miss Wei with all his heart, and even our Royal Highness the Crown Prince is dead set on Miss Wei, how can the villain have two hearts for Miss Wei?"

Lin Wan smiled, waved his hand, and said, "Your mouth is more than Xinhe and Jianghai, no wonder Brother Ximen sent you." Go, go, don't play a fool of yourself with me. ”

Xinhu smiled, bowed to Lin Wan with a smile, and turned around and walked out of the hall.

After Lin Wan watched Xinhu leave, he slowly put away his smile and let out a sigh, secretly worried in his heart.

Was the weapon privately made by Ximen Yuling to be given to the Nanyue Kingdom? Is the Nanyue Kingdom already planning to start a war with the Dafeng Kingdom?