At dusk, the sun sets in the west, and the shadows of the night invade the city in the afterglow of the setting sun.

On the city wall, a middle-aged general in armor stood with a sword, listening to the sound of the city gate closing below the city, and his heart was slightly relieved.

The city of Suilin, where he was stationed, was adjacent to Denglong Pass, and although the city was small, it was a necessary place for Qu Zhen, the general of Zhennan who guarded the front, to transport grain and grass. His Majesty sent him to guard this place, and it was precisely because of his prudence and seriousness that he was cautious.

It's just that for some reason, he always has a feeling of horror these days, as if something is about to happen.

"General!"

Just as Chen Zan frowned and pondered, a personal guard went up to the city wall, walked quickly to his side, and said in a low voice:

"Jiang Fangshun's guy has come to invite the general to the banquet again."

After that, the guard couldn't help but add.

"General, the little one looks at that guy as a weasel giving New Year's greetings to chickens, and he doesn't have a good heart!"

Before the words fell, he noticed that his general's eyes had become serious, and the guards hurriedly stopped their mouths, not daring to say more.

"In the past two years, although Jiang Fangshun has been a businessman, he has contributed a lot to transporting grain and grass for my Dachu, so you can't be rude to him."

Seeing that the guards nodded again and again, Chen Zanfang retracted his gaze, cast his gaze to the distant mountains outside the city again, and said leisurely:

However, although his people have made great efforts, according to the general view, it is his heart that is not right. In the past two years, he has always wanted to win over Ben Jiang and let Ben General get on his boat, but Ben General has sternly refused him every time, and I think the same is true this time......"

"Well, the general meant, this banquet...... Pushed? However, I heard that this surnamed Jiang invited the officials and generals in the city, as well as the rich squires. ”

The guard asked cautiously.

Chen Zan shook his head with a wry smile and said:

"Jiang Fangshun came this time and brought a large amount of grain and grass, which was exactly what General Zhennan needed. If Ben had turned it away, I don't know how many twists and turns would have happened. The business is important, and Ben will accompany the old fox for the time being. ”

Although there is no good feast, it is impossible to say who is the fox and who is the chicken......

"Go and inform the guards at the city gate that the army's grain and grass are about to be delivered, let them be more vigilant!"

With that, Chen Zan threw off his cloak and strode down the city tower.

"I want to see, what kind of medicine is sold in this Jiang Fangshun gourd?"

Suilin City, Jiang family's mansion, study.

Hearing the report of the next person, saying that Chen Zan, the guard of Suilin City, would go to the banquet tonight, Jiang Fangshun's face flashed with joy, and he stroked his palms and smiled:

"This time, the humble position is entrusted to the lord Huwei, otherwise, I don't know if this stinky stone will enter the game!"

The plain-robed man sitting on the throne waved his hand and said:

"If this matter can be successful, I will personally ask for credit for you at Your Majesty's place! However, once everything is arranged, can it be safe? ”

Jiang Fangshun patted his chest and promised:

"Your Excellency, rest assured, since I received a letter from Shenjing, I have been in contact with each other for nearly a month, and I have said that the patriarchs of several small tribes in Miao Jiang, as long as our side succeeds, we will release the Flying Wings Gu to contact, and they will seize Denglong Pass overnight and seal the back road of Qu Zhennan."

Hearing this, the plain-robed man raised his eyebrows and asked with interest:

"Flying Wing Gu? In this way, these Miao Jiang people have also contacted the Five Immortals Sect? ”

Jiang Fangshun smiled and said:

"My lord, in this Miao Territory, the prestige of the Five Immortal Sect is a few points stronger than that of the Great Chu Mansion. If it weren't for the nod of the Five Immortal Sect, how would these tribes dare to do such a beheading business? ”

"That's true, it seems that the new sect leader of the Five Immortals Sect can't sit still......"

The plain-robed man chuckled a few times, looked at Jiang Fangshun, and admonished:

"Your side is related to the overall situation of my country, and you must not be careless. I heard that Chen Zan is a general, and he has always been old and respectful, and he has won the trust of Qu Zhen, so he was arranged to guard here. Those who travel a hundred miles are half ninety, but don't fall short, otherwise Your Majesty will blame you, and you and I will not be able to eat and walk around. ”

"Your Excellency, rest assured, the 'Spring Breeze Crisp' used in this humble job is purchased from Yunguo with heavy money, which is colorless and tasteless. Even if the eight-rank powerhouse smells it, it will be soft and crispy, and it is difficult to mention the true qi. Jiang Fangshun smiled, "However, just in case, please also ask the adults to send the secret guards to prevent anyone from escaping." ”

Hearing this, the plain-robed man thought for a moment, and then said:

"The stakes are too high to be overlooked, and nothing goes wrong. It is reasonable for you to be so careful, and this matter is according to your wishes. ”

"Thank you for your understanding!"

Jiang Fangshun thanked him.

At this time, another subordinate came to tell the invitation, saying that the invited officials and generals, rich squires had come one after another, and the guard general Chen Zan had also arrived outside the door.

"My lord is sitting here, and I will go to welcome this Chen Zan in person!"

"You go yourself, be careful not to show flaws and attract vigilance."

The plain-robed man raised the teacup in his hand and said lightly.

…………

In the night sky, the moonlight is like water, and the stars are shining.

Even though it was late at night, the main hall of the East Palace was still lit up as day.

The glittering lights lit by the crane-shaped palace lamp, together with several arm-thick red candles on both sides of the main hall, reflect the entire palace with brilliance and subtlety.

Prince Zhao Chun sat on the main seat, squinting at the beautiful dancing posture of the singers and dancers below, and his eyes couldn't help but be attracted by the stunning girl who led the dance among the women.

This tall and beautiful girl, named Liao Zichan, was contributed by Tian Zheng, the prince's guest, some time ago.

This woman is not only good at singing and dancing, but also knows the rhythm of music, which is very suitable for Zhao Chun's temperament.

Originally, Zhao Chun was going to promote her to the crown princess's side concubine, but was blocked by the crown princess Xi Shenrong, and the two also lost their temper for a while.

Zhao Chun has a gentle and humble personality, and likes music and rhythm, and often hands over the poems and music scores he writes to the Donggong musicians to let them play and sing.

In addition, Liao Zician has a gentle personality and is virtuous and courteous, so she is even more loved by Zhao Chun.

After a round of singing and dancing, Liao Zician led the singers and dancers to salute Zhao Chun, and after Zhao Chun rewarded everyone, he was about to leave Liao Zician alone and talk late at night, but unexpectedly, a guard hurriedly came in from outside the hall and whispered:

"Your Highness, Lord Taifu asked to see him late at night, and now he is waiting outside the palace gate."

The crown prince is the prince's teacher, and he has a very high status in the East Palace.

"Yi Taifu is here, quickly invite him into the palace! Chan'er, the teacher came here late at night, I'm afraid there is something important, I'm afraid it won't work tonight. ”

Zhao Chun's face changed, and he apologized to Liao Zichan.

Liao Zicicada saluted and said softly.

"Your Highness, don't let Taifu wait for a long time. The concubine is small, but the family and the country are big. ”

Soon, an old man with a majestic face walked into the main hall with the support of the waiter.

This old man is the East Palace Taifu appointed by Zhao Heng, and Yi Zizheng, who was the secretary of the Ministry at the time.

"Zhao Chun, I've seen the teacher."

Seeing that Yizi was entering the hall, Zhao Chun walked in front of Yizizheng, saluted respectfully, and then stretched out his hand to support him and walked into the main hall.

The two sat down, and Zhao Chengfang asked:

"The teacher came late at night, is there anything important?"

"Prince, the old man is here, just by the way, he will talk to the prince in advance, and then the old man will go to meet His Majesty."

Iko was sighing lightly, and a trace of melancholy between her brows could not be gathered.

"Your Majesty just sent a notification, saying that Miao Jiang was in rebellion, and the prime minister, Taiwei, Liubu Shangshu and other important ministers entered the palace to discuss countermeasures."

"Miao Jiang rebellion, this, how is this possible?"

When Zhao Chun heard this, his face changed sharply, and he exclaimed in surprise.

only heard a "snap", and the tea cup slipped from Zhao Chun's hand and fell to the ground.

"Teacher, the student is out of shape."

Zhao Chun looked at the debris on the ground and a large puddle of tea stains, shook his head and smiled bitterly.

"Who would have thought that General Zhennan guarded Miao Jiang, and this Miao people would dare to rebel......"

"Prince, don't say it's you, even the old man was taken aback when he heard the news."

Iko laughed at herself, but with that, he stood up.

"Your Majesty is urgent, the old man can't sit for a long time, and the prince can't send the old man, think about it, if Your Majesty asks right, how to answer."

Waving his hand to signal Zhao Chunmo to get up, Yizi was slowly walking out of the East Palace and rushing towards the palace.