Su Lingzhi and Su Xi never knew that from this day on, many people built an invisible copper wall around them, and with good intentions, they isolated their lives from the outside world. It is full of conscience, gratitude, loyalty, and heroism...... In the future, no matter whether it is stormy waves or bloody rain outside, there will be people who will not hesitate to exchange their sacrifices for peace in the Hou Mansion!

Lu Jun and the others did not stop at the Hou Mansion, so as not to arouse the suspicion of Su Lingzhi and Su Xi. They went to Changle Plateau, but Cui Hong stayed, and together with the guards, took on the task of guarding the Hou Mansion. Before he came, the master father had warned him earnestly that before Yuan Zhao's life and death were known, the Hou Mansion was likely to undergo a severe test.

The man in the green shirt with the long sword on his back sat quietly on a high place, looking at the vast night sky, the stars were falling, and the moon was already half round. From tonight onwards, he will not leave this place for a single step.

"Sister Lingzhi, look, the moon is almost round again! Motoro said that when the moon is at its fullest in the year, it will come back ....... ”

In front of Xiaoxuan's window, Princess Suxi looked at the rising moon in surprise, and there was infinite longing in her expression. And Su Lingzhi sat lazily on the embroidery stool, carefully embroidering a belly pocket with a pair of unicorn sending children. Although with the help of Mrs. Su and the maids, there was no need for her to do anything at all. But it is always satisfying and happy to have the opportunity to personally prepare these things for the little baby in the belly.

"Oh...... I've heard this in my ears several times lately! Is that what someone thinks of him? ”

Hearing Su Lingzhi's teasing tone, Su Xi's face turned red. However, the relationship between them has long been like sisters, and there is no need to hide each other's hearts. Then he bit his lip slightly, walked to Lingzhi's side, and sighed softly while looking down at the bright colors between the needles and threads in the light.

"Ganoderma lucidum, I don't know what's wrong with it lately, I always feel a little uneasy. Yuan Lang has been gone for so long, and it has been a long way...... I don't know when I will be able to return. ”

"Suxi, you are concerned about it. He had just gone far, and I was going to send someone to tell him the good news about you, who made you insist on not letting him? Do you regret it now? ”

Su Lingzhi put down the things in his hand and looked at Su Xi with gentle eyes. She understands her feelings. Princess Suxi smiled and nodded. It's just that when she lowered her eyes, Lingzhi didn't notice the few wisps of uneasiness that had been quickly hidden.

Princess Suxi grew up in the court since she was a child, and she is delicate and intelligent. The news that came back from Handan in Zhao not long ago had already made her worry rise in her heart. It's just that as the eldest princess of the Han Dynasty, she must not openly expose some suspicious things. Every time I think about this, I can't sleep.

"Well, you two, you're both people who need to take reasonable breaks. Don't think much about it in the future, and don't stay up late to do these things. Go get a good night's sleep and save everyone from worrying. ”

Pushing the door in, it was naturally Mrs. Su who ordered them like this. The two men stuck out their tongues at each other and smiled in agreement. Then, surrounded by the maids, they went back to rest. Su Hongyun looked at their backs and turned around the corridor, remembering what she heard them say just now, and sadness covered her smile again. The night is long, but I don't know what tomorrow will bring.

The Hou Mansion was tightly protected and temporarily isolated as a safe island. But I don't know that the outside world is already surging with dark tides.

Chang'an East City, Shang Shuling, Zhongshan Marquis Liu Quyak Mansion, this period of time can be described as full of guests and friends, singing every night. Power has always been the most admired thing in the world, once the power is in hand, the order will be carried out, ancient and modern, Chinese and foreign, much the same.

The emperor went on patrol, and the crown prince stayed in Chang'an to supervise the country. And Yuan Zhao and Wei Qing accompanied him, and most of the power to temporarily deal with the affairs of the imperial court was naturally concentrated in the hands of Liu Quyak. As the royal nobleman after King Jing of Zhongshan, now looking at Chang'an, he is really complacent and extraordinary.

The crown prince Liu Ju has always been humble and cautious, especially in the affairs of the imperial court, and has never taken the initiative to seize power. In his current position, whether it is because of the advice of the subordinate officials of the East Palace or the choice he made, of course, it is not appropriate to show his grandeur. It is an excellent way to leave all the details to Liu Quyak and the ministers who stayed behind, and only observe the general situation by yourself.

Because of this, the current Lord Liu Quyak has become a hot figure in Chang'an. There are some people who see the wind and make the rudder, and they take the initiative to come closer, and their power has risen sharply for a while, and their self-confidence has also swelled unprecedentedly.

It was against this background that Liu Quyak, who received something that happened on the way out one after another, was first stunned, then shocked and excited, dancing with his hands...... I really didn't expect it! Yuan Zhao, you also have today.

Although he only received a brief message from the first person sent back by Zuo Neishi Ni Kuan, the details are still unknown. But it was enough to make Liu Quyak shoot the case and shout happily. Celebrate! Must be celebrated!

As a result, the Marquis of Zhongshan Mansion held a banquet that night, and the party members who rushed to hear the news were all elated. Of course, it is difficult to say why. The name to the outside world is that the Marquis of Liu Quyak married a little lady again, so he will be lively casually.

The number of nobles and wealthy families, the children of the royal family, and many court officials who have recently defected to Liu Quyak's door is really quite a lot. The Marquis of Zhongshan, who is nearly fifty years old, has a ring of sons and nephews, a group of wives and concubines, and the whole Hou Mansion is full of sheng songs and dances, which is really a prosperous atmosphere.

"Master Hou! Tonight, do you want to get drunk...... Come, come, come, have another drink! ”

"Lord Shang Shuling, you can't help but drink this cup I salute!"

"The old man is coming, let's have a drink!"

Inside the hall, the lights are brilliant. The voices of persuasion came and went, Liu Quyak's face was full of red light, laughing, and after drinking one cup after another, almost no one refused.

"Everyone's having a good night. Let go of your belly, don't get drunk and don't go home! There is not much else in the old man's house, and the wine is enough. Hahaha! ”

The crowd was enthusiastic and the atmosphere was warm, and soon everyone present was contaminated with wine. Liu Quyak saw that the atmosphere was almost over, and gestured with his eyes, the housekeepers and guards around him already knew what the master meant, and hurriedly went out to set up a guard, and then arranged for the idle people to retreat far away, and were not allowed to approach.

"If everyone can come to the house today, they can be regarded as the old man's distinguished guests. In the future, whether it is in the court or elsewhere, if there is a place that needs support, I hope you will not retreat lightly! Come! The old man toasted everyone with another cup, and after drinking, they advanced and retreated together, and they were rich and noble! ”

Wine is the same wine, but the meaning of this word, as long as you have a little brain, you will know what is hidden, and you will know what it means after drinking this glass.

Although some people hesitated for a moment in their hearts, they no longer hesitated when they saw everyone raise their glasses in response. Dozens of people in the banquet hall raised their glasses almost at the same time. Then echo in unison.

"I wish to listen to the Lord Shangshu Ling!"

This is to form a party and make a clear statement. Liu Quyak was overjoyed, with the support of these people, in the future court, he will uphold the emperor's will, call Bainuo, and rule the world!

"Master Hou, is that news true?"

Finally, someone asked what they wanted to know most. And this is the ultimate purpose of all the people who came tonight. The great scene suddenly fell silent. Dazong Zheng Liu, who is also a member of the royal family, did not know, put down the wine glass in his hand, and looked at Liu Quyak with eager eyes, hoping to hear the answer he was most looking forward to.

Sure enough, Liu Quyak did not disappoint this clan brother. He stood up and stroked his forehead with his hand, as if he was afraid that he would lose his temper because of pride, and deliberately suppressed his excited tone and said loudly.

"It's true, and there can be no mistake! Presumably, at this time, the news sent by His Majesty himself has also arrived in Weiyang Palace. Ladies and gentlemen, Zhongzhou was shocked, Yuan Zhao died unexpectedly, and Wei Qing was angry with the Holy Will and reprimanded Saibei...... The big changes in Chang'an are coming! Hehe! ”

Although the news has been known more or less for a long time. But at this moment, listening to Liu Quyak say it with his own ears still caused a huge shock in everyone's hearts. This is indeed too big. Yuan Zhao has a heavy responsibility, whether in the court, the military, the business world, or in other fields, all of which involve intricate relationships. Once this person is really gone, then the next step must be a redistribution of benefits from top to bottom! The opportunity to build a wealthy and glorious century-old family is just around the corner...... When thinking about this, many people have a greedy glint in their eyes.

"That's great...... Oh, and of course the country has this loss, and we are all saddened. Alas! ”

Dazong Zhengliu didn't know an old face, and he was about to laugh. But he tried his best to endure it, trying to squeeze out a little sad look. Liu Quyak glanced at him quietly, a look of disdain flashed through his eyes, and then he smiled faintly.

"Dazong doesn't have to be like this, everyone here tonight is my own people, let's open the skylight and say something. In fact, His Majesty has long had the intention of getting rid of Yuan Zhao, this person is a pillar of the country on the surface, but how can the world know that his traitor seems to be loyal and hides his heart of disobedience! His Majesty had told the old man before he left that he wanted me to gather people loyal to the royal family, and once I heard that there was a change, I could assist the ......prince in Chang'an. ”

The outside of the hall is heavily guarded, and where the wind rises, the sword and armor are cold. Everyone in the audience held their breath and listened silently to these thrilling words coming out of Liu Quyak's mouth. Although some people still have some doubts about the difficulty of distinguishing the true from the false, they have all realized that the sudden change in the situation inside and outside Chang'an will be difficult to avoid after Yuan Zhao's death!

"How, exactly? Master Hou, please instruct me! ”

Liu Buzhi gritted his teeth and his face was gloomy. All those related to Yuan Zhao are the objects of his hatred. Now that the opportunity has come, we will never be soft!