Chapter 249: The Mastermind Behind the Scenes
"Dian Wei, in the future, the guards will simply let a few of us come to train, and you should stay with the lord. Look at today's incident, hey......" As he spoke, Guan Hai looked at Wang Xu who was lying on the bed, his face full of worry.
Hearing this, the civil officials and military generals present all nodded and discussed, only Xu Sheng, Gao Shun, Tian Feng, Guo Jia and others sighed, but they did not speak. And Dian Wei was already responsible for guarding, Wang Xu was suddenly attacked, he was already very sad, and at this moment, he heard that everyone was counting down, and he didn't refute, but he clenched his fists, lowered his head and didn't answer, and blamed himself to the extreme.
Zhou Zhi and Zhang Jing also understood that Dian Wei was no wonder about this, so they just stayed by Wang Xu's side in a daze. However, the three leaders of the spy shadow, Shan Huai, Ling Wanqing, and Liang Rui, had very ugly faces, and sat quietly in the corner, neither intervening in everyone's discussions, nor squeaking, nor moving, as if they were three sculptures.
Because Zhao Yun was not familiar with everyone, he sat not far from them, and he didn't say a word, quietly looking at the civil and military generals in the hall, and from time to time he also looked at Wang Xu on the bed. And Xu Shu was really in no mood to greet him now, and after treating Wang Xu's wound with the doctor, she kept sitting on the edge of the bed, holding Wang Xu's hand tightly.
In fact, Wang Xu did not suffer any fatal injuries this time, but he was injured too much, and he failed to deal with it in time, coupled with a reluctant battle. That's why we're losing strength and hemorrhagic weakness. With his physical condition, coupled with the full treatment of Xu Shu and the doctors, there is no big problem.
Perhaps because the hall was too noisy, Wang Xu, who was in a coma, faintly heard some hazy voices, and woke up unconsciously. It's just that because of that sense of powerlessness, I don't want to open my eyes for the time being, just lie quietly and listen to everyone's discussions.
But after a while, when he heard that most of them were counting Dian Wei, he finally couldn't help but speak: "This matter has nothing to do with Dian Wei!" Stop blaming him, everyone. With this slightly weak voice, the eyes also slowly opened.
"Husband, you're awake!" Xu Shu, who was sitting on the edge of the bed, suddenly exclaimed in surprise.
"Hmmm! I'm fine! Seeing Xu Shu's appearance, Wang Xu couldn't help but smile and shook his head, but his whole face looked a little pale.
"Lord (Boss \ General)!" The others in the hall also immediately called out with joy, and they all stood up and saluted.
"No need." Smiling and waving his hand, Wang Xu motioned for Xu Shu to help himself up a little, leaned lightly on the head of the bed, and turned his head to speak. Dian Wei fell to his knees with a puff, tilted his head sideways guiltily, and arched his hand: "Lord, Dian Wei is derelict in his duties, and he is willing to accept military law!" ”
Hearing this, Wang Xu immediately smiled and said with relief: "Dian Wei, you are not derelict in your duties, this incident is not your fault. And it's my order that you train the Guards in the army, so it has nothing to do with you at all, so you can rest assured! ”
"But ......" Dian Wei wanted to say more, but Wang Xu's hand was already stretched out, stopping him from continuing.
At this moment, Shan Huai and the three of them came over at the same time, knelt down in unison and said, "Spy Commander Shan Huai (Ling Wanqing, Liang Rui), ask the general for his guilt!" ”
After glancing at the three of them, Wang Xu sighed slightly, and then spoke: "You have a certain amount of responsibility for this matter. However, let's tell me the specific situation first, and then make a decision! ”
Hearing this, the three of them glanced at each other, Ling Wanqing and Liang Rui both stopped making a sound, and let Shan Huai be the representative. "Back to the lord, this group of people is the same as the person who followed the lord in the first place. It's just that this time is busy with the expansion of the spy shadow, so there are not many people investigating this matter, and the progress will be so slow. And we misjudged the purpose of the other party, and we always thought that they belonged to the intelligence detectors, and never thought that they would be assassins. Although we found out some details two days ago, we still haven't been able to know their purpose. Because I wanted to put a long line to catch a big fish, I didn't wait until last night, and then I decided to explore the way first, and made a surprise attack on one of the people who was already under our surveillance, and captured more than 20 members of his family. ”
Tie Qing said this, Shan Huai paused, then raised his head and looked at Wang Xu and continued: "When the subordinates escort all the people of this person's family over and torture about today's incident, Ling Wanqing will immediately come to inform the general." It's a pity that it's too late, and by that time the general has already set off for the fortress west of the city! ”
As he spoke, Shan Huai immediately kowtowed, and said calmly: "Lord, the three subordinates misjudged the enemy's situation, the investigation was slow, and the lord was in danger, which is a great crime of dereliction of duty, and I am willing to accept any punishment from the lord." ”
In fact, Wang Xu knew in his heart, and this matter could not be blamed on Shan Huai and the three of them. During this time, he has been forcing the expansion of spy shadows, and once said in person that the rest of the things are secondary. For this reason, the three of them are so busy that it is normal for them to be unable to spare manpower, so it is understandable that this situation occurs.
However, Wang Xu was not in a hurry to say how to deal with it, and instead asked: "Since you have arrested the other party's people, can you ask who is behind the scenes?" Who are these Assassins? ”
"Back to the lord, it has been found out!" After speaking, Shan Huai did not continue to explain, but looked at Ling Wanqing, who was kneeling on his left.
With his gaze, everyone also looked at Ling Wanqing, who was expressionless.
Facing everyone's gaze, Ling Wanqing did not have the slightest discoloration, and her face was calm. looked up at Wang Xu, then lightly opened his lips and took over softly: "Lord, this person's family of twenty-three is a subordinate who is responsible for arresting. It's just that this person is very hard-mouthed and refuses to let go! It wasn't until he threatened the lives of his whole family that he confessed the truth, but he has not had time to confirm it yet. ”
"It doesn't matter! You just say it. Wang Xu waved his hand indifferently.
"No!" Responding softly, Ling Wanqing was not verbose, and immediately continued: "According to him, there is not only one person behind the scenes. ”
As soon as these words came out, everyone in the hall showed a look of surprise, even Tian Feng and Guo Jia were no exception.
Wang Xu immediately said urgently: "Who are they?" ”
Hearing this, Ling Wanqing didn't answer immediately, looked up at Wang Xu, lowered his head and was silent for a moment before he slowly spoke: "That person's status is not high enough, so he only knows two, and one person is very mysterious, and he only noticed that there is another person, but he doesn't know who it is." ”
"Hmm!" Wang Xu nodded, but he didn't care much about it. This mysterious person is probably Jian Shuo, because if he thinks about it, the person who wants to kill him is the one with the highest status. And with the character of these eunuchs hiding their heads and shrinking their tails, it is also normal. "And who are the two of them?"
This time, Ling Wanqing did not hesitate, and blurted out: "One person is the predecessor of Jingzhou Thorn History, Wang Rui!" One is Wuling Taishou, Cao Yin! ”
"These two are really bold!" As soon as Ling Wanqing's words fell, Huan Jie's younger brother Huan Su was already suddenly angry.
Liu Xian, Liu Qi and several other close officials also discussed angrily. The generals were even more angry, and immediately shouted to kill Cao Yin, and for a while, the hall was extremely noisy.
Seeing this scene, Wang Xu frowned, and immediately raised his hand and motioned for everyone to silence. But everyone's feelings were obviously too excited, and it took a while before they slowly quieted down. "Ladies and gentlemen, don't talk about this matter again, I will deal with it myself."
As he spoke, he turned his head to look at Ling Wanqing, who was expressionless, and said, "Wanqing, this matter is very important, what you said is the truth?" ”
"This statement is indeed said by the person himself, but the evidence has not yet been collected, but judging from my experience, there are seven layers of truth in this matter." Ling Wanqing said with certainty.
As soon as the words fell, Shan Huai on the side also opened his mouth and added: "Lord, this matter should be true on nine floors, because the results of my subordinates' investigation also suspected Cao Yin." ”
"That's right! My subordinates have also found out about Wang Rui, the former Jingzhou assassin, but it's not certain yet. Liang Rui also said coldly.
Hearing that the three major commanders of the spy shadow all agreed, Wang Xu's eyes suddenly flashed with a cold light, but then disappeared. He said lightly: "This matter is related to the ministers of the DPRK and China, you can't be sloppy, from now on, you will give me a strict investigation, and you must find evidence!" ”
"No!" The three of them immediately replied.
"Alright, don't kneel, get up! Give me a result, and it can be regarded as making up for it. Wang Xu also took the opportunity to smile and say a word about the dereliction of duty of the three people.
"Thank you, my lord!" After a deep bow, the three of them slowly stood up and sat back in their seats.
Because there were too many people at the moment, Wang Xu didn't want to say anything, looked at everyone, and waved his hand tiredly: "You all go down and do your own business, I'm fine!" ”
Hearing this, everyone glanced at each other, and also stood up obediently, and said in unison: "No! ”
Watching everyone leave slowly, Wang Xu turned back to Zhao Yun, who had been silent and sat quietly in the corner. "Brother Yun! Thanks to your timely arrival! Otherwise, I am afraid that my little life will not be guaranteed. ”
At this moment, only Wang Xu and Xu Shu were left in the hall, and Zhao Yun also seemed much more natural, and immediately smiled slightly: "Brother Wang, in fact, without me, you should be able to hold on until Mrs. Zun arrives, I just helped delay for a moment." ”
"Huh!" Smiling slightly, Wang Xu is no longer polite with Zhao Yun, the two have already formed a deep friendship, if they are too polite, they will distance themselves. Therefore, when Yang turned to ask, "Brother Yun, didn't you learn art from Tong Lao?" How did you come to the south, thousands of miles away? ”
"Hey!" Hearing this, Zhao Yun sighed with some emotion. "I left the school more than a year ago, and I was driven down the mountain by my master, and my master and my wife have also returned to their hometown, planning to live at home for a few years. After traveling alone for more than half a year, when I went back some time ago, the mountain was already empty and covered with cobwebs. After going home and accompanying my eldest brother and Yu'er for half a month, I remembered that I had promised Wang Xu to come and see after leaving the school, so I came to visit. When I passed by the woods today, I suddenly heard the sound of fighting, so I came to take a look, and I happened to run into Brother Wang. ”
Hearing Zhao Yun's words, Wang Xu couldn't help but recall the mansion on the mountain back then, and the things he played with Zhao Yu and Yan Ming were still vivid, but now they are going their separate ways. I don't know what happened to the big rock that sat with Yan Ming to watch the sunset, and the cliff where I often discussed martial arts with Zhao Yun, but what has changed?
With that faint memory, Wang Xu also had a trace of inexplicable vicissitudes in his heart. Fortunately, this feeling came and went quickly, and he shook his head and quickly came back to his senses. "Then what are Brother Yun's plans for the future?"
While speaking, Wang Xu's heart was already quickly calculated. Zhao Yun has already left the school, and now he is going south to see himself, such a great opportunity must not be missed.
"Not yet, but the last time I went home, I was encouraged to join the army with the support of the villagers, but I haven't made a decision yet." Zhao Yun shook his head and said.
"That's good! With Brother Yun's talent, joining the army is just right, why hesitate? Wang Xu suddenly agitated, but Xu Shu kept sitting next to Wang Xu, and didn't answer, just quietly listened to the conversation between the two.
"Hey! My parents died young, and my eldest brother read poetry and books, and he has always been willing to make contributions. If I join the army, who will take care of the family's fields? Yu'er hasn't gotten married yet, at least she has to wait until these things are done before she can rest assured! ”
Hearing this, Wang Xu's heart was already happy, and he wished that Zhao Yun would be more difficult. But his face was full of sorrow, and he pretended to think about Zhao Yun for a long time before he suddenly said: "Brother Yun, if you don't dislike this remote south, why don't you sell your land and move your family to my Lingling?" Truth be told, my family is about to move in. Besides, since your brother has the heart to start a business, why don't you come to me to do things, and I will definitely not treat him badly, how about it? ”
I thought that Zhao Yun would agree immediately, but as soon as the words fell, he shook his head again and again and said: "How can this make you and I know each other, how can we climb because of friendship, this is absolutely not good!" ”
As soon as these words came out, Wang Xu and Xu Shu couldn't help but look at each other, admiring and helpless Zhao Yun. But how could Wang Xu give up, his head turned, and he quickly answered: "Eh! Brother Yun's words are different, if your brother is really talented and learned, he should show his ambitions, and he can be the same as everyone. I'm not partial to him, what do you think? ”
"This ......" Hearing this, Zhao Yun hesitated a little.
Seeing this, Wang Xu immediately struck while the iron was hot, and hurriedly said: "And Brother Yun can also serve in the army here, I also know your talent, not because of personal abolition." Besides, today, the Maven is hard to find, at least with me, and will not be buried in you. What do you think? ”
Hearing this, Zhao Yun thought about it for a while, but he arched his hand and said: "Brother Wang's kindness, Zhao Yun is difficult to repay, but the matter of moving the family is a matter of importance, and it must be discussed with my brother before it can be decided." ”
"Of course." Seeing that Zhao Yun had been moved, Wang Xu's heart suddenly rose with a touch of excitement, and he continued: "However, you can talk to your brother, whether it is your parents' tomb or a qiē, you can be placed here." ”
"Alright! I will discuss this matter with my brother. Zhao Yun finally nodded in agreement.