Chapter Twenty-Five: Wisdom for Reinforcements

Luo Xiaotian, who had not slept all night, hurriedly went to the gambling house to find Shen Kun early in the morning.

After a night of thinking, he roughly deduced part of Chen An'an's plan. I want to find a way to stop her before she acts.

So he thought of Shen Kun. He is more familiar with the environment of the capital, and at the same time, through his black connections in the city, he can find out some omissions in Kyoto's city defense.

Based on some information available in the past few days, it is probably known that they may want to attack with fire.

Others may not know what those black greases are, but Luo Xiaotian can see at a glance that it is a kind of "fierce fire oil" collected from the underground of the Western Regions. This kind of anointing oil is more prosperous when it is poured with water.

And it coincided with the Lantern Festival, and they must have wanted to use the lights of the city to help and splash the "fierce fire oil" on the streets around the square, setting Kyoto Castle on fire. Create chaos, and then take advantage of the fact that the officers and soldiers are busy extinguishing the fire, lurk in the "stargazing tower", and assassinate the emperor.

The only thing that is uncertain is the route they are traveling, which is an important part of Luo Xiaotian's plan to stop them. will decide the success or failure of his own plan, and the lives of the people in the city and Chen An'an are at stake.

Shen Kun learned of Luo Xiaotian's intention, and he also promised his request, and personally took him to understand the situation.

The two visited several black-faced strongholds, and finally determined the weak links in the city's defense, as well as the deployment and control of the streets around the square.

Luo Xiaotian asked Shen Kun to order someone to prepare a large amount of sand and stones, although he was puzzled, he could only do it.

After these arrangements are in place. Next, Luo Xiaotian decides to visit a person who is crucial in stopping the night's actions.

Hearing this person's name, Shen Kun remembered it vividly, his face was afraid, and his heart trembled. followed Luo Xiaotian all the way, and his whole body was nervous.

The person who made him afraid of Rusi was the foreign feudal Hongyi who had only met a few days ago - Pan Lao.

Soon, the two arrived at the entrance of the underground palace. Shen Kun was a little hesitant, but when he saw that Luo Xiaotian had already gone underground, he had to sigh and shake his head, and he couldn't help but follow.

Pan Lao felt fresh about the uninvited arrival of the two. even arranged an unusual arrangement for two people to sit down and watch tea. Only then did Shen Kun settle down, with a smile on his eyebrows.

Pan Lao took a sip of tea, and a piece of tea left in his mouth was viciously spit on the ground by him. If it was anyone else, they would have been frightened by this fierce and vicious momentum.

"Young man, if I'm not mistaken, you still owe me a deal in return." Pan Lao stared at Luo Xiaotian, and then motioned to the subordinates next to him to step back.

"Old Pan, I have a good memory, I'm here to pay off my debts this time." Luo Xiaotian replied.

"Oh? I didn't expect you to keep your promise so much. Haha......" Boss Pan laughed. "However, you came empty-handed, I'm afraid you didn't want to coax me."

"How dare I deceive you, if I wasn't afraid of Pan Lao's prestige, how could I come to the door to apologize in person. Let's be honest, this time I'm going to sell Pan Lao a message. Help Pan Lao eradicate dissidents to relieve the hatred in his heart a few days ago. After Luo Xiaotian finished speaking, he took a sip of tea, pretending to be a wicked person, and even Shen Kun felt a trace of fear when he saw it.

Pan Lao did see through it at a glance, but he didn't expose him, and said with a sneer: "This kind of cheapness, I'm afraid it's hard to bear." There are countless people who have sinned against me every day, and I do not know who you are trying to help me to destroy? ”

"Chen Xiandu!" Luo Xiaotian looked at Pan Lao and blurted out categorically.

Hearing this name, Shen Kun was taken aback. A sip of tea stuck in his throat and he couldn't help coughing and squirting.

Pan Lao's face changed greatly. After a pause, he laughed loudly, and his laughter revealed disdain: "Haha...... The young man has such a big breath, and he doesn't know how thick the sky is! Even the imperial court respected him Chen Xian for three points, and even acquiesced in his Chen Jiabao's existence. I still have this self-knowledge, don't talk about it. ”

"The court didn't dare to touch him because he didn't do anything to endanger the court. But the news I found this time could have made the imperial court destroy him hundreds of times. Isn't Pan Lao interested? You must know that there are no absolutes in the world, and he Chen Xianzhi also has a handle. Luo Xiaotian said unhurriedly while drinking tea.

Pan Lao thought for a moment and felt that the young man in front of him was not simple. I secretly admired him in my heart for being calm and thoughtful. For the routines he set for him, he is even more comfortable with it. Hearing what he said, it made me interested. Eager to know, about the secret of Chen Xiandu.

But after all, he is a scheming person, Pan Lao did not rush to show it immediately, and drank tea slowly and leisurely by himself.

Luo Xiaotian caught a glimpse of Pan Lao's expectant expression, and was secretly happy in his heart. took the initiative to give him a step down, and said unexpectedly: "Old Pan, do you accept my thin gift?" So that I can repay your kindness a few days ago, and it can be regarded as a favor for the next one. The young man in black was originally a pawn I used to blackmail Chen Xiandu. After these few days of threats and temptations against him, he told me that Chen Xian was determined to do something against the imperial court. I didn't pause, I hurried here, wanting to tell Pan Lao about this. ”

Masters make moves between them, and they can always push the boat to make the other party accept their ideas decently without imposing on him.

Even Shen Kun refreshed his understanding of Luo Xiaotian. Of course, what amazed him even more was the plan that Luo Xiaotian made for Pan Lao next.

After hearing these words, Pan Lao put his mind at ease and said tentatively: "It seems that young people are still sensible, but your gift is too heavy." Besides, I don't have enough people to deal with it. ”

As soon as these words came out, Luo Xiaotian knew that this Pan always regarded himself as a donkey - he wanted to go down the slope with a donkey. scolded in his heart: Old guy, old treacherous and cunning!

Although he thought so, he still smiled on the surface and said, "Old Pan, this operation is all under my control. Since you think this is a generous gift, then I have the courage to ask Pan Lao to lend me a hundred black-robed warriors, and Pan Lao doesn't have to worry about the rest. That way, you'll have peace of mind, so why not? ”

Pan Lao was completely impressed by his wit, and he didn't hide it. laughed a few times and walked up to Luo Xiaotian: "Young man, tell me about your plan." If this can be done, I will fully support it, and you will have a place for this black face in the future. ”

Luo Xiaotian saw that Pan Lao was no longer dodging and dodging, wanting to refuse and welcome. He immediately said: "Old Pan, Chen Xian decided to plot to assassinate the emperor on the queen mother's birthday. I have contacted the military generals of the DPRK and China and told them to set up an ambush in advance. But this is just a plan I used, one is to disperse the centralized city defense, the second is to provide convenience for Pan Lao, and the second is to let the court know that Chen Xian is determined to rebel. In order to get evidence of his rebellion, the Huwei Army will definitely set up a pocket array in advance. The generals in charge of the city's defense will be eager to make a difference, and will focus on the defense at the location I have provided. ”

"Then what do you want my black-robed warrior to do? Isn't this already the army of the imperial court? Pan Lao interrupted and asked.

"Old Pan, don't you want to personally hold the evidence of Chen Xian's decision in your hands?" Luo Xiaotian said.

"Compete with the officers and soldiers of the imperial court? I'm afraid that even my people will be arrested as anti-thieves. What do you think, young man? ”

"Don't worry, just listen to me. The news I released was half-true and half-false, false and real, and the officers and soldiers would only rush into the air. My goal is to let Chen Xiandu's dead soldiers pass unhindered, so that Pan Lao's black-robed warriors can besiege them in the alleyways and catch them all. ”

"Why don't you let the court solve it on its own?" Pan Lao asked suspiciously.

"This is naturally selfish, and I also want to get a reward from the court, and it is also to get rid of Chen Xian with my own hands. In order to repay the kindness of Pan Lao, the court will naturally look at you differently, and you will no longer have to worry about the officers and soldiers searching and arresting your subordinates all day long. Luo Xiaotian explained.

"Have you got a detailed plan?" Pan Lao's interest has been completely aroused.

"The defense in the city, I have already gone to find someone to understand with Shen Kun. At that time, Pan Lao's 100 black-robed warriors were divided into two routes. Dressed up all the way, attracting officers and soldiers to chase after him, Chen Xiandu's people smoothly entered the narrow alleyway I had preset. The other way is to ambush here, just waiting for them to step into the encirclement and take it in one fell swoop. ”

"I'll give you two hundred! I'll send you ecstasy again. Those dead soldiers will definitely cut themselves after they are exposed, what is the use of asking for a dead body? This ecstasy is scattered, and if you inhale it in your body, you will faint and fall to the ground. Pan Lao said emotionally.

"Thank you Mr. Pan, you are still thoughtful." Luo Xiaotian said respectfully.

"Is there a mistake in this? If something happens, you may not be able to make it out of Kyoto Castle alive. Pan Lao threatened.

"That's nature, please rest assured. I will arrange the specific actions in every detail. Old Pan, don't forget, the kraken in Lingyang City that has been a disaster for decades was eliminated by me. ”

When Pan Lao heard it, he felt that what he said was not unreasonable. Nodding his head, he thought about it.

"Hmm...... The most important thing is to catch people, living people! I want proof" Pan Lao hysterical.

"Yes! Pan Lao. Luo Xiaotian replied in a firm tone. Pan Lao, this festival is approaching, please arrange the personnel as soon as possible. Moreover, all the black-robed warriors must listen to the dispatch arrangements. If you don't comply, you will naturally not be spared. ”

Pan Lao immediately took out a golden token and threw it to Luo Xiaotian: "This is my token, see this token, see me." If anyone doesn't listen, cut it first! ”

Luo Xiaotian took the token, got up and said, "With Pan Lao's words, I am relieved." On the night of the Lantern Festival, I will come to borrow someone in person. There are other things that have not been arranged, so I will take my leave. ”

After a long time, seeing Pan Lao nodding, Luo Xiaotian took Shen Kun to say goodbye to him.

Suddenly, Pan Lao turned his back to the two of them and said sharply behind them, "Remember! Young man, I am optimistic about you. But don't let me down, and don't overestimate yourself. Otherwise, your friend would know my methods. ”

Luo Xiaotian paused for a moment and listened. After he finished speaking, he didn't respond, just smiled slyly at the corner of his mouth, and quickly walked towards the outside of the underground palace.

The two of them left the dungeon, and Shen Kun's tense nerves finally relaxed. Walked to the entrance of the alley where no one was there and hurriedly said, "Brother Luo, you are too much to play!" If...... I have an old mother and a child......"

Luo Xiaotian didn't respond to him directly, but said, "Go back and see how the sand and gravel prepared by your people are now." ”

"Hey......" Shen Kun could only sigh helplessly and asked, "What is this sand and stone used for?" ”

"It is used for flood control around the Lantern Festival Square. Tell your people to pack them up and put them on the side of the street. When the officers and soldiers asked, you said that they would do some good deeds for the people, and that they would move away when the rainy season was over. Remember, be sure to stack them densely. On the night of the festival, dozens of people were arranged, all of whom were prepared with water-soaked towels, waiting for my orders. ”

Shen Kun had to write them down one by one, and he didn't know what to ask, because he was in a fog now.

Luo Xiaotian pondered secretly for a while, and continued: "Let's leave it at that, remember what I said, and make arrangements quickly." I need to find someone before things can be completed. Otherwise—the lives of the dead would not have been saved! ”