After Yan Xiao left, the compartment behind Tu Shaojin opened, and a white-haired old man walked out.

Tu Shaojin got up and arched his hand at the old man, "Teacher, what do you think about this matter?" ”

The old man raised his hand, Tu Shaojin supported him, and sat on the chair next to him. The old man uncovered the tea lid, blew the tea gently, took a sip of hot tea, swallowed it, and asked Tu Shaojin rhetorically, "Your Highness, what do you think of Yan Xiao?" ”

Tu Shaojin was stunned for a moment and looked at the old man, but the old man looked at him with a smile. "Teacher, Yan Xiao is this person, although he has been guarding Lone for eighteen years in secret. However, I don't know much about him. ”

"Then let's talk about it in time slots."

"Hmm. Before he became an adult, Yan Xiao was also conscientious, and he did not exceed half a point, and he was a qualified guard captain. But when Lone became an adult, his whereabouts became erratic, making Lone feel unfathomable. ”

The old man smiled, "What is unfathomable, Yan Xiao is just a chess piece." Historically, even Tao Ranwei, who was assigned to the princes, was loyal to His Majesty. ”

Tu Shaojin was surprised, "Teacher, you mean that the father is to spy on the princes?" ”

"Yes and no. After all, imperial power has always been firmly in the hands of His Majesty. But if any prince has bad intentions, he will definitely be exiled or even killed. Even if Tao Ranwei has followed the princes for many years, he will not be loyal to the princes outside the law of the country. Because, Tao Ranwei, who can't enter Tao Ranju, will soon be replaced by others, and he is nothing. ”

"Well, Lone knows that the secret guards of each detachment in Tao Ranwei take turns to practice martial arts in Tao Ranju for half a year every year. Is Tao Ranju so magical? made Tao Ranwei so fanatical. Tu Shaojin was stunned.

The old man said, "It is rumored that Tao Ranju was built by the three immortals of the Three Gods Shrine. Tu Jun, the first regent of the Vulture Country, was in Tao Ranju and became an immortal in the daytime. Therefore, Tao Ranju is originally a magical place. Your Highness, think about it, since you can remember, have all the palaces in the palace been repaired to a greater or lesser extent? But Tao Ranju is always so new, standing there, unmoving. ”

Tu Shaojin muttered, "Teacher, are there really immortals in this world?" ”

The old man thought for a while and said slowly, "Your Highness, whether there are immortals in this world has not yet been decided. However, Tao Ranju is definitely a mysterious treasure. If you don't believe it, Your Highness, think about it, what is the lifespan of the emperors of the past dynasties? What is the lifespan of Tao Ranwei? Are they all much higher than ordinary people? ”

Tu Shaojin's expression was complicated, "Lone has also heard that every time my father is unwell in the dragon's body, he can recover after living in Taoran for three days, and he doesn't even need to see the imperial doctor." And the emperors of all dynasties have a lifespan of more than 100 years. Even if they had brothers who were eyeing each other, they would have died long ago during their reign. ”

The old man nodded and said, "Not only did the ill-intentioned brothers die, but also the sons and nephews, and the old nephews and grandchildren." Coupled with the implementation of the Tui En Decree, the rights of the children of the royal family eventually became weaker and weaker. Therefore, every emperor can pass on the throne to the heir in his mind without danger. ”

Tu Shaojin said, "Now, my father is only sixty-three years old, and it is too early for him to leave office. Why, Yan Xiao would say this to Lone? ”

"Your Highness, no matter what Yan Xiao says, you just let it go. Don't fall for him! instigated by him. ”

Tu Shaojin was puzzled, "Yan Xiao, is this person really not credible?" ”

The old man bowed, "Just like just now." If he only represents his own position, it means that this person is not willing to live under others, opportunistic, ambitious, and naturally rebellious, and he is not credible and unusable; If this person is under the secret decree of His Majesty, it will be intriguing. It is estimated that His Majesty wants to test the princes, and by the way, see the reaction of the seventh prince. ”

Tu Shaojin was shocked, "Didn't that Gu reveal his mind in front of him just now?" ”

The old man waved his hand, telling Tu Shaojin to calm down for a while, "Your Highness doesn't need to worry too much, you're just a normal reaction." His Royal Highness has been the crown prince for 18 years, if you say that you have no love for power, and you look light, it is a big taboo. Because Your Majesty will think that you are hibernating, and regard you as the source of the trouble. ”

Tu Shaojin suddenly reacted, maybe he had already walked in the ghost gate just now, took out a handkerchief and wiped the fine sweat on his forehead. Then he calmed down and bowed to the old man, "What should I do next, and ask the teacher to teach me." ”

The old man thought for a moment, "Next, Your Highness can do nothing. If you don't move, there will be other princes who are ready to make a move first. After the limelight is over, it's never too late for you to move. ”

"Teacher, what's the move?"

"Doesn't Your Highness have three months every year to inspect places? You can spend these three months making friends with this Seventh Prince sincerely. In the future, no matter which of you two brothers ascends to that supreme position, with this kind of affection, it is natural that the monarch and the minister will get along and be safe. This is also to emulate the King of Yun back then, no matter what, you have also made your attitude clear to Your Majesty. ”

Tu Shaojin suddenly felt that his mouth was opened, "It is said that when my father and Uncle Yun Wang also knew each other, they didn't know each other's identities, and when my father returned to the palace and succeeded to the throne, the two brothers hugged each other and cried. Over the years, my father has also given Uncle Yun the supreme respect, which can be said to be above ten thousand people under one person. ”

The old man said, "In this way, it makes no difference whether His Highness will be the emperor or the regent in the future. What's more, Concubine Yu and the queen are still cousins. Among the princes, His Royal Highness and the Seven Princes are the closest bloodlines. ”

"I see, teacher. In fact, loneliness doesn't have to fight for that position. But you also know that in the royal body, you can't help yourself, and there is no shortage of bloody storms. Compared with the supreme position, being able to save the life of the whole family is the main premise. Tu Shaojin said helplessly.

The old man said with satisfaction, "Your Highness is kind and kind, and the old man has been ordered to tutor His Highness in his studies since he retired from the Royal Academy for eighteen years, so I am afraid that he will teach His Highness badly." Now, seeing that His Royal Highness can think like this, the old man will be blind even if he dies. ”

Tu Shaojin saw that the old man was already in his last years, and couldn't help but say a little sentimentally, "Teacher, you have been assisting Gu from the year of the sixtieth year to the year of the Cane Dynasty, and the lonely will not ignore you, and will definitely serve you to the end of your life." ”

The old man looked at Tu Shaojin with a loving gaze, "Your Highness doesn't have to be like this, birth, old age, sickness and death are things that everyone must experience." In my life, although I am alone, teaching and educating people can be regarded as a peach and plum all over the world. The old man does not ask for much, if it is in the future, no matter what position His Royal Highness is in, it is the old man's wish to be able to be virtuous by the world. ”

Seeing the old man's earnest words, Tu Shaojin solemnly raised his palm and swore, "I, Tu Shaojin, swear to the sky: I must follow the teachings of my teacher Yang You, and no matter what position I occupy in the future, I will be a virtuous person." ”

Old Yang You was relieved, and got up with his crutches, and the palace maid beside him hurriedly supported him, "Your Highness, the old man has been a little sleepy recently, so he went down to rest." Remember, don't be impatient and wait for the opportunity to move. Think more about things and think twice before you act, and you can continue to be busy with official business. ”

Tu Shaojin bowed down to send Yang You, "Congratulations to the teacher, please take care of your body." ”