"Your Majesty, are you looking for me?" Yi Xiaodao came to the outside of the imperial study, and after asking to see him, he entered the house.

Zhao Yizhi looked back at Yi Xiaodao and said with a smile: "It's hard work, sit." ”

Yi Xiaodao was also not polite, and sat down with a golden knife: "Your Majesty, I heard that the martial arts conference in the capital is not going well?" ”

Zhao Yizhi was stunned when he heard this, and the smile on his face slowly faded: "It's that what I think is too simple, not to mention that it's not smooth, it's just... Alas. ”

Yi Xiaodao nodded: "The minister met Kong Men on the way back, and he only knew it from their mouths... The various factions in the rivers and lakes have been in dispute for a long time, and if they want to rely on a martial arts conference to resolve their previous suspicions... It's a little harder. ”

Seeing that Zhao Yizhi's face was a little ugly, Yi Xiaodao said with relief: "It's not that there is no gain at all this time, after such a fuss, these sects that are suspicious and even hostile to the imperial court have at least seen the imperial court's statement and His Majesty's benevolence, and the rest can only be in the future." ”

Zhao Yizhi nodded: "That's all." By the way, what's going on in the north? ”

Yi Xiaodao hesitated for a moment, and said: "The minister went to the north and met the king of Dingliao and the king of the north, the king of Dingliao is wise and wise, but he is in a remote area, he has no great ambition in his chest, and he is so happy that he has made it clear to the minister that everything will advance and retreat with the other two kings, so there is no need to worry." ”

And the king of the Northland is kind-hearted, loves the people, and clearly says that he only wants to sit in the Northland, and has no other ideas. Person... Don't be careful. Yi Xiaodao told his impression of the two kings.

Zhao Yizhi asked, "What?" You elaborate. ”

"The three kings of the north have built more than 100 sand cities outside the border of the Great Apocalypse, Your Majesty knows about this, right?"

Zhao Yizhi nodded: "I naturally know this." "Wouldn't it be ridiculous if even he, the emperor, didn't know about such a big movement in the north.

"Three kings... More than a month ago, more than 100 sand cities were abandoned and retreated to the border. Yi Xiaodao said slowly.

Zhao Yizhi was stunned for a moment, and then slowly widened his eyes: "They want to take refuge in Beiyi?!" ”

Yi Xiaodao shook his head: "Not really." The imperial court and Chu Xiang have held each other for two years, investing hundreds of thousands of troops, and now Nanhuai, Donglu, and Chuxiang have all returned to the imperial court, how can the three kings of the north not be shocked in their hearts? Don't dare to deceive Your Majesty, the two kings and ministers made it clear that if the imperial court sends troops to the north, what will happen to the land of the three feudatories, they... Maybe it will be put into Beiyi..."

When Zhao Yizhi heard this, he was silent, to say that he didn't have any thoughts about the land of the three feudatories in the north, it was impossible. Originally, the eight feudal clans were all there, and Zhao Yizhi may not have any thoughts about the feudal king, after all, it has been six hundred years, and if he can continue to be stable, it is not impossible.

But with the departure of Yi Xiaodao and the persuasion of Zhou Ziru, the imperial court hooked back to Nanhuai, pacified Donglu, and defeated Chu Xiang. If all the feudal lands can be recovered and the entire world can be brought under the control of the imperial court, wouldn't it be a peaceful and prosperous era? And substantially dominate the world, how many men can resist the temptation of this kind of merit?

Yi Xiaodao observed Zhao Yizhi's expression and said, "Your Majesty, the top priority is to send heavy troops to guard the southern border of the land of the three feudatories!" ”

"Do you think... Will they really take refuge in Beiyi? "Yi Xiaodao has just returned from Northern Xinjiang, his opinion is very important, and Zhao Yizhi also attaches importance to it.

Yi Xiaodao shook his head: "I don't think I will take refuge in Beiyi, but they make such a gesture, and the imperial court can't be unguarded." Moreover, I heard that there is a khan in Beiyi, who has pacified and recovered all the tribes one by one, and I am afraid that it will be a matter of time before he goes south. In the land of the three feudal domains, I am afraid that I will not be able to resist it at that time. ”

"They are now defending themselves, and we also have to take countermeasures, in case Beiyi attacks the land of the three feudatories, the Central Plains is afraid that they will be allowed to drive straight in. Even the king of the Northland is now worried about whether he can hold the northern frontier..."

Zhao Yizhi didn't answer, just pondered silently.

"Your Majesty, I heard that Meng Qianya, the daughter of the Beiyi Khan, is also in the capital, and I heard that the Beiyi Khan dotes on his precious daughter very much, if you can, get along with her, maybe Beiyi will not go south..."

It's okay not to say it, Yi Xiaodao said this, Zhao Yizhi's brows furrowed even deeper: "Beiyi Khan loves his precious daughter very much? Do you know how much you love? ”

"If you want the bright moon, even the stars will be picked together!"

Zhao Yizhi took a deep breath: "If Meng Qianya dies in the Central Plains..."

Yi Xiaodao was anxious: "Your Majesty, don't be impulsive!" I have heard in Northern Xinjiang that this woman is active by nature, and she has fought all the generals in the army in Beiyi, and she is very brave. This time I came to the Central Plains, if I didn't cause a monstrous disaster, I hope Your Majesty will be light! ”

Before Zhao Yizhi could speak, Wang Zhenliang came in at the right time: "Your Majesty, ah, Duke Wuding is also here." The coffin has been built, the burial place has been chosen, and Your Majesty is invited to pick a time. ”

"Coffin, burial place? Who died? Yi Xiaodao's heart was a little abrupt.

"Meng Qianya." Zhao Yizhi said helplessly.

The air was quiet for a moment, Yi Xiaodao looked at Zhao Yizhi, and then at Wang Zhenliang, neither of them looked joking.

"Your Majesty, this matter must be strictly guarded, and don't leak the news! It is a time to be able to conceal it, and in the south of northern Xinjiang, immediately send heavy troops to guard it and strengthen the city! "The matter has come to this, and Yi Xiaodao has no heart to explore how Meng Qianya died, and how to deal with the aftermath is the most important thing.

Zhao Yizhi nodded, and he and Yi Xiaodao thought together: "This matter will definitely be arranged, you don't need to worry." There's one more thing to say about you and you know... King Xi Gui may be about to rebel! ”

This blockbuster news is no less than the shock that Meng Qianya's death brought to Yi Xiaodao, among the eight kings, King Xigui is a hardcore loyal minister, and everyone knows it. If nothing else, let's just say that it was so difficult to transport it out of the 100,000 mountains every year. And there has been no delay, you know, even Nanhuai, which is close to the capital, has been delayed several times!

"Your Majesty, is this news reliable?" Yi Xiaodao asked hesitantly.

Zhao Yizhi nodded: "It has been roughly determined that Zou Wu, the third son of the King of Xigui, led a group of Xigui assassins to attack and kill me and Zhou Xiang in the Zhou Mansion... Meng Qianya's death is also related to this matter. ”

"Third Prince..."Zhao Yizhi rubbed his chin: "Your Majesty, do you remember three years ago, the fourth prince and Mr. Wu who robbed the Heavenly Prison?" ”

"Naturally remember, do you think the fourth son is also...?"

Yi Xiaodao said: "I have occasionally inquired in the past few years, but I have never heard of any four sons on the rivers and lakes, and they robbed the prison and released the prisoners, no matter how you look at it, it is not something that people in the rivers and lakes will do..."

"There's no point in talking about that now, it's been so long. The assassination of the third prince is already a sure thing, do you think, is it better to use troops in the north or to use troops in the south now? Zhao Yizhi stared at Yi Xiaodao and asked for his opinion.

Yi Xiaodao also frowned, this is a big problem. Xigui is in the southwest of the Great Apocalypse, and Beiyi is in the northernmost part of the Great Apocalypse. With such a long distance, spanning the north and south, it is impossible to say that the Great Mobilization Army is divided into two routes and two prongs. In case one side loses, it is too late for the other side to turn back and rescue, so it can only be solved one by one, and concentrate forces to solve one place.

"If you go outside, you must first settle inside, this ancient law. But there is also a matter of priority, and there is one thing that has not yet been told to His Majesty. When we returned, someone from Beiyi had already infiltrated the return city of Beidi, and this person was not an ordinary spy, but one of the four mastiffs of Beiyi, Duan Tong. He is still so light about coming and going freely in the return to the city, and he doesn't know how many spies there are in the return to the city. ”

"There are 100,000 mountains in Xigui, although they block the entry of the Central Plains, but they also block the way for Xigui to send troops. In the humble opinion of the ministers, take the north first! Yi Xiaodao said.

Zhao Yizhi nodded slowly: "It's not unreasonable, Xigui won't be able to threaten the Central Plains for a while, Beiyi... It's really a big trouble, and I don't know how long Meng Qianya's death can be hidden, in case the news leaks one day, it will be troublesome. ”

"Your Majesty, this is just the minister's idea, there are still many things that cannot be considered, and please ask Your Majesty to discuss with many ministers in the court and brainstorm ideas." Yi Xiaodao said modestly.

"It's nature. By the way, I heard that a young man came back with you, who is it? Zhao Yizhi asked.

Yi Xiaodao heard Zhao Yizhi ask, raised his eyebrows, and said like a treasure: "Taiyi's eldest disciple, Bai Xinglong." This person has superb swordsmanship and good martial arts. This trip to Northern Xinjiang also depends on his multi-faceted protection! ”

Zhao Yizhi pointed at Yi Xiaodao and smiled: "Heh, all the treasures in the world have been found by you!" It's been so long, and you haven't gone back to visit your little wife, have you? Let's go back and visit! ”

"Your Majesty, the minister retires!" Yi Xiaodao got the holy decree, and the thought of seeing He Yue'er right away, the whole person seemed to be brisk.

Just as Yi Xiaodao was about to go out, Zhao Yizhi suddenly asked, "By the way, you once left a Gu worm from the Fuyin Division, right?" Is the worm still there? ”

Yi Xiaodao stood still when he heard this, his hand touched his arms for a long time, and he took out a small jade bottle: "Your Majesty, you don't ask me, I forgot it, the Gu worm is here!" This Gu worm is very evil, it can bring the dead back to life, and walk like a living person! I wanted to keep one for self-defense, but I didn't dare to use it indiscriminately..."

"It's good to be here. It's okay, you can go back. Zhao Yizhi waved his hand.

Yi Xiaodao stuffed the jade bottle back into his chest, nodded and left.

Wang Zhenliang stood aside, and it wasn't until Yi Xiaodao left that he came to Zhao Yizhi's side: "Your Majesty, do you think that night in Dongcheng was in turmoil..."

Zhao Yizhi's eyes swept over, and Wang Zhenliang immediately closed his mouth, not daring to continue.

"It's my crankiness, and it's not good for him to do it. It's just that he happened to be in Dongcheng, and he hid a Gu worm and asked. Zhao Yizhi shook his head, when did he become so suspicious, he was suspicious of Yi Xiaodao's head.

Wang Zhenliang seemed to be muttering to himself on the side, and seemed to be reminding Zhao Yizhi: "I'm afraid that he is still thinking about Hu Lishan's hatred..."

This time, Zhao Yizhi did not interrupt Wang Zhenliang again...

Yi Xiaodao had just left the palace gate, and his heart was full of suspicions: "Only me and Li Dingxing were present that night, how did Your Majesty know that I hid a Gu worm?" ”