After Imperial Physician Li left the Qianqing Palace with great gratitude, Lu Fang, who was waiting on the side, stepped forward, looked in the direction where Jiajing was, and asked with a puzzled expression.

"Your Majesty, the slave maid really can't figure it out, according to Imperial Doctor Li, since Yan Ge is not sick, why should he pretend to be sick?"

After listening to Lu Fang's doubts, Jiajing also shook his head, and then said: "I don't know the specific situation very well, in short, let's wait and see what happens, no matter what tricks Yan Song is playing, after a while, everything will be clear." ”

After Jiajing finished speaking, he looked in the direction where Lu Fang was, and said, "Lu Fang, I have been keeping an eye on the movements of the government and the opposition recently, and if there is any news, report to me immediately!" ”

When Lu Fang heard Jiajing's words, he immediately lowered his head and replied in a deep voice: "Obey, Your Majesty!" ”

"Alright, it's not too early, you go down and rest!"

"Yes, Your Majesty, the slave will retire!"

When Lu Fang heard this, after bowing to Jiajing, he left the Qianqing Palace.

After leaving the Qianqing Palace, a subtle haze flashed in Lu Fang's eyes, he hadn't felt like this kind of thing out of control for a long time.

"Elder Yan Ge, what are you planning?"

At this time, occasional cold moonlight poked out of the clouds and fell to the ground, and the little moonlight sprinkled on the ground reflected Lu Fang's shadow, which looked quite bleak.

After this, I saw Lu Fang snort coldly, suppressed all the chaotic thoughts in his heart, flicked his sleeves suddenly, and walked into the distance.

Gradually, late at night, a sedan chair quietly left the Forbidden City without being checked by anyone.

The person sitting on the sedan chair is naturally Lu Fang, and the direction in which the sedan chair is going is the home of Lu Bing, the commander of the Jinyi Guard.

Everything that happened today made Lu Fang have an inexplicable sense of crisis, and he was vaguely uneasy in his heart, always feeling that something big was about to happen.

After all, judging from the current signs, what Yan Song would rather pretend to be sick and do must be done, the plot behind it must be not small!

Because of this, after thinking about it for a long time, Lu Fang finally decided to go to Lu Bing to discuss.

……

Just like the last time I came, after the sedan chair stopped, someone soon stepped forward and welcomed Lu Fang into the Lu Mansion through an inconspicuous side door.

After the visitor took Lu Fang to the hall where Lu Mansion was used to entertain guests, he arched his hand to Lu Fang and said respectfully.

"Please wait a while, my lord will come over soon!"

"Hmm."

Soon after the visitor left, a servant stepped forward and brought Lu Fang a bowl of steaming tea and some pastries.

Not long after this, only to hear a rush of footsteps, Lu Fang followed the voice, only to see Lu Bing quickly enter the hall.

Seeing Lu Bing's arrival, Lu Fang hurriedly got up from the seat, arched his hand to Lu Bing, and said apologetically: "I'm still bothering you so late, I hope you don't blame it!" ”

When Lu Bing heard Lu Fang's words, he waved his hand quite casually, and then said: "Where, Grandpa Lu said that he was laughing, this is not the place to talk, come with me!" ”

"Hmm."

After Lu Fang responded, he followed Lu Bing's steps and went to the study.

After entering the study, I saw Lu Bing sitting on top of his head, then pointed to the vacant seat on the side, and commanded: "Gonggong Lu, you don't have to be polite, sit down!" ”

When Lu Fang heard this, he didn't mean to excuse himself, and sat down on the vacant seat on the side.

As soon as Lu Fang sat down, a maid stepped forward and brought a bowl of steaming tea for each of them, and after doing this, the maid left the room quietly, as when she came, and also brought the door of the study with her.

After the maid left, Lu Bing looked in the direction where Lu Fang was, and said with a smile: "Grandpa Lu, try it, this is a new tea!" ”

After picking up the teacup and taking a sip, I saw Lu Fang put down the teacup in his hand, then looked in the direction where Lu Bing was, and praised it like this: "It's really a rare good tea!" ”

After a few words of greeting, Lu Bingfang asked about Lu Fang's intention: "Father-in-law Lu, is there anything important about coming over so late?" ”

When Lu Fang heard Lu Bing's words, the expression on his face instantly became solemn, and after thinking for a moment, he said unhurriedly: "Presumably you should know that there have been rumors about Yan Ge's illness in the government and the opposition recently, right?" ”

After listening to Lu Fang's narration, I saw Lu Bing nodding and said in response: "Well, yes, since this news spread, many high-ranking officials in the capital have been in a panic, and some even went to Yanfu to find out. ”

When Lu Bing said this, he paused for a moment, and then continued: "But none of them have been able to step into the gate of the Yan Mansion, and now it seems that Yan Ge's illness should not be light!" ”

Lu Fang took in the look of determination on Lu Bing's face, and after a moment of silence, he shook his head helplessly, and said categorically: "No, Yan Ge Lao is not sick at all!" ”

"What!"

When Lu Bing heard Lu Fang's words, his pupils suddenly contracted, and his face was full of disbelief.

Facing Lu Bing's eyes full of doubts, Lu Fang organized the words in his mind before he explained: "Not long ago, Your Majesty invited Imperial Doctor Li, who was treated by Yan Ge, to the Qianqing Palace, and learned from him the fact that Yan Ge Lao was not sick at all. ”

After learning this shocking fact from Lu Fang's mouth, Lu Bing couldn't help but gasp and blurted out: "In that case, why did Elder Yan Ge pretend to be sick, didn't he know ......?"

When Lu Fang heard Lu Bing's words, he shook his head, his face full of confusion that he couldn't hide: "Yes, I don't understand either, what is Yan Ge Lao's intention, what kind of thing does he need to pretend to be sick to achieve?" ”

After listening to Lu Fang's words, Lu Bing, who was on the side, supported his chin with one hand, and the whole person fell into deep thought.

After a long time, I saw him come back to his senses, look in the direction where Lu Fang was, and said to himself.

"According to the news from Jinyiwei's side, after the previous banquet, because Xiao Ge Lao was drunk and unconscious, Yan Ge Lao had to ask Hu Zongxian to help him help Xiao Ge Lao get into the sedan chair and return to Yan Mansion together."

"After settling down Xiao Ge Lao, Yan Ge Lao called Hu Zongxian to the study again, and the two discussed for a while!"

"Then, there was news of Yan Ge's illness, in my opinion, Hu Zongxian must know something."

When Lu Bing said this, his face was full of determination.

After listening to Lu Bing's analysis, Lu Fang's face on the side was full of melancholy, and he added: "It's a pity, even if Hu Zongxian knows the inside story, he won't easily confide it out!" ”

Lu Bing also agreed with Lu Fang's words, nodded, and said in response: "Alas, yes! ”

Seeing that the clue was cut off, whether it was Lu Fang or Lu Bing, they couldn't help but feel a sense of frustration in their hearts.

They can't call Hu Zongxian, a scholar of the ministry and an important minister of the imperial court who is trusted by the emperor, to Jinyiwei or Dongchang for questioning.

After that, the two sides fell into a long silence.

Time passed slowly, I don't know how long it was, I saw Lu Bing take the lead in speaking, breaking the silence: "Gonggong Lu, it's better to be like this, recently, send someone to stare at Hu Zongxian's side first?" ”

"Well, now, I can only be a dead horse as a live horse doctor!"

After listening to Lu Bing's words, Lu Fang sighed helplessly and said in response.

……

On the other side, the capital, Yanfu.

Regarding the news that has been circulating in the government and the opposition recently, Yan Shifan is very angry.

What he couldn't understand was that it was clear that Yan Song's condition was not very serious, and he only needed to take medicine for a few days to recuperate, but right now, the news of Yan Song's illness and his imminent death was spreading throughout the government and the opposition.

In the room, after listening to the butler's report, Yan Shifan's face showed an expression of choosing people to devour, only to see him clenching his fists and saying to himself: "These bastards who chew the root of their tongues, wait, I'll clean you up sooner or later!" ”

The housekeeper on the side saw that Yan Shifan was angry, and hurriedly looked at his nose and nose, trying to reduce his sense of existence so as not to be implicated.

After Yan Shifan had almost vented his emotions, he raised his head, looked in the direction where the housekeeper was, and commanded: "Okay, it's nothing for you, go down first!" ”

"Yes, Little Pavilion Elder!"

When the housekeeper heard Yan Shifan's words, the whole person was like being pardoned, and after answering the call, he planned to leave.

He had just walked a few steps when he heard a chaotic sound of footsteps outside the door, and after a while, he saw the little guy in charge of the door walking in quickly.

After seeing the figure of the housekeeper, the whole person breathed a sigh of relief, and then, he looked in the direction where Yan Shifan was, leaned down, and respectfully reported: "Elder Xiaoge, Lord Zhang, and Lord Luo are asking to see outside!" ”

When Yan Shifan heard this, he couldn't help frowning.

He knew that Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen came to visit at this time, they must have wanted to know Yan Song's physical condition.

And they don't just represent themselves, behind them, there is a large group of officials.

It is reasonable to see them, and convey the news that Yan Song is fine, so that they can rest assured.

Then, I saw Yan Shifan gather his mind, look in the direction where the little guy was, wave his hand, and commanded: "Well, I know, let them wait in the hall, and I'll go over immediately." ”

"Yes, Little Pavilion Elder!"

When Yan Shifan's words fell, the little guy did not hesitate at all, and after responding, he left the room quickly.

"Alas, I don't do anything on weekdays, but I ran over at this time to make trouble!"

After sighing with emotion, I saw Yan Shifan get up from his seat and walk in the direction of the hall.

At the same time, in the hall where the Yan Mansion was used to entertain guests.

At this moment, Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen had no thoughts about the delicate pastries on the table in front of them and the tea that exuded heat.

At this time, their faces were full of worry that could not be concealed.

After carefully considering his tone, he saw Luo Longwen turn around, look at Zhang Runde not far away, and asked.

"Master Zhang, do you think things are really as rumored in the court, Yan Ge is really seriously ill?"

"Alas, it's hard to say, after all, before this, the people who came to visit Yan Ge Lao were all turned away, so it can be seen that Yan Ge Lao's condition should not be optimistic!"

After listening to Luo Longwen's words, Zhang Runde's face was also full of hesitation, shook his head, and responded.

After trying to anticipate the possible fate in his mind, Luo Longwen's face was full of palpitations, and he said to himself.

"Elder Yan Ge must not have anything to do, if something happens to Elder Yan Ge, then we are all finished!"

When Zhang Runde on the side heard this, he also agreed with this, and said kindly: "Yes, I hope Yan Ge is fine, otherwise it will ......."

But before he could finish the rest of his words, he saw Yan Shifan's figure appear in front of him, which made him tremble, and he said, "Little ...... Xiaoge Lao, you ...... Are you here? ”

"Hmm."

When Yan Shifan heard Zhang Runde's words, he just glanced at him quite indifferently, and then sat on the main seat by himself.

……

Just when Zhang Runde was still feeling uneasy about his previous words, he only heard Yan Shifan's voice sound: "Say, what is the matter with the two of you running over so late?" ”

After Yan Shifan's words fell, Zhang Runde mustered up the courage to stand up after exchanging glances with Luo Longwen on the side, and asked cautiously: "Xiao ...... Xiao Ge Lao, in fact, it is not a big deal, but there have been rumors about Yan Ge Lao's body in the government and the opposition recently......"

When Yan Shifan heard Zhang Runde's words, he had an expected expression, only to see him glance over Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen's bodies, and said coldly: "Father's body is fine, is it possible, do you want to be like those guys, chewing your tongue behind your back?" ”

When Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen heard Yan Shifan's words, a trace of embarrassment flashed on their faces.

After they learned the news of Yan Song's illness, they were terrified all day long, for fear that Yan Song's body would suddenly have problems.

After gathering everyone and discussing for a long time, it was finally decided that the two of them would come to Yanfu to take a look at the situation.

And now, they learned from Yan Shifan's mouth that Yan Song's health was fine, which really relieved them.

Then, I saw Luo Longwen stand up and say righteously: "Little Pavilion Elder, you misunderstood, we are also worried about Yan Ge Lao's body, so we came to see the situation." ”

Seeing this situation, Zhang Runde, who was on the side, also hurriedly said in response: "Yes, Xiaoge Lao, you know us!" ”

Yan Shifan was unmoved by Luo Longwen and Zhang Runde's remarks, only to see him raise his eyebrows, and asked with a smile: "Oh, it's rare that you have this heart, do you want me to call Yan Ge Lao and let you take a good look?" ”

When Luo Longwen heard Yan Shifan's words, he subconsciously responded: "If the little pavilion elder is willing, it would be better......"

When the words fell, Luo Longwen waved his hand as if he realized something, and hurriedly explained: "Little Pavilion Elder, you misunderstood, Xia Guan didn't mean this, now that it's so late, don't disturb Yan Ge Lao and his old man to rest!" ”

When Yan Shifan heard Luo Longwen's words, he snorted coldly, and then said, "Well, it's good that you know!" ”

"In short, Elder Yan Ge's body is fine, you can rest assured!"

Yan Shifan's words fed Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen a reassuring pill, so that their hanging hearts could be put down.

As long as Yan Song is still the head of the cabinet, then they don't have to worry about being liquidated.

After learning the information he wanted, he saw Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen get up from their seats one after another and bid farewell to Yan Shifan.

"Thank you Xiaoge for reminding me, it's not too early, it's time for the next official to leave!"

"Hmm."

When Yan Shifan heard this, he did not say anything to stay, but watched the two leave under the guidance of the housekeeper.

After Zhang Runde and Luo Longwen left, Yan Shifan's face was full of dark and inexplicable looks.

What he didn't expect the most was that just the news of Yan Song's illness made these people panic, and they even took the risk to visit them in person.

At this time, Yan Shifan recalled what Yan Song had said to him earlier: "No one can stay in this position of the first assistant of the cabinet all the time, and your father and I are the same!" ”

"Your father, I have been the head of the cabinet for more than 20 years, and I am tired, rather than letting others kick your father down from this position of the head of the cabinet, it is better to get acquainted with each other, take the initiative to step down, and make way for the latecomers, what do you think?"

Thinking of this, Yan Shifan's heart couldn't help but give birth to a trace of hesitation.

He knew very well in his heart that Yan Song would have the day of Zhishi sooner or later, and after Yan Song Zhishi, would he be able to carry the burden?

"Alas, let's take one step at a time, and wait until that day comes!"

After comforting himself like this, I saw Yan Shifan shake his head, suppressed all the chaotic thoughts in his heart, and walked towards his room.

……

The time of the night passed in the blink of an eye, early in the morning, in the hall of the Yan Mansion.

At this time, the table was full of all kinds of delicacies, and Yan Song, as usual, was holding a bowl of thick porridge, drinking it slowly and methodically, and from time to time he picked up a piece of Liuxinju pickles and put it in his mouth.

When Yan Shifan saw this scene, the whole person breathed a sigh of relief, his face was full of excitement that he couldn't hide, and he secretly sighed: "Great, it seems that the prescription prescribed by Imperial Doctor Li has worked, and my father is fine!" ”

Perhaps sensing Yan Shifan's gaze, he saw Yan Song put down the dishes and chopsticks, looked in the direction where Yan Shifan was, and then said: "What are you still doing there, you will be on duty later!" ”

"Yes, Father!"

When Yan Shifan heard this, he immediately forcibly suppressed the excitement in his heart, and after answering, he sat on a seat not far from Yan Song.

Then, Yan Shifan took a bowl of thick porridge from the hand of the maid on the side and drank it with a snort.

Adhering to the principle of eating without saying anything, neither father nor son spoke in the process.

After the maid removed the food from the table, I saw Yan Shifan finishing her sentences, looking in the direction where Yan Song was, and said cautiously: "Father, since the child asked Imperial Doctor Li from Jiangtai Hospital to come to the house for diagnosis and treatment yesterday, rumors about you have begun to circulate in the court, and rumors about you ......."

After listening to Yan Shifan's narration, Yan Song also understood the general situation.

However, the expression on his face did not change much, but nodded and responded quite calmly: "Well, I see." ”

Seeing this, Yan Shifan immediately stepped forward and asked, "Father, are you just watching it like this, do you want the child ......to make a move?"

Before Yan Shifan's words were finished, Yan Song waved his hand and was interrupted by his words: "Okay, go prepare a sedan chair!" ”

"Yes, Father!"

When Yan Shifan heard Yan Song's words, even though he was reluctant in his heart, he had to nod his head and say yes.

Looking at the back of Yan Shifan leaving, I saw Yan Song retract his gaze, sighed helplessly, and said to himself silently: "In order to deceive Xu Jie, I can only temporarily wronged you!" ”

After the sedan chair was ready, Yan Song, Yan Shifan and his son took the sedan chair successively and went to the Forbidden City.

On the way to the Forbidden City by sedan chair, Yan Song opened the sedan curtain from time to time and looked at the scenery on both sides of the road.

Yan Song's heart knew very well that at this time, there must be many pairs of eyes staring at him behind him.

And what he has to do next is to confirm the conjectures of these people - that is, to make them think that there is really something wrong with their bodies, and now they are just holding on!

Only then will you be able to paralyze your opponent as much as possible and then deliver the fatal blow.

Soon, the sedan chair that Yan Song and Yan Shifan were riding in arrived in the Forbidden City.

Outside the cabinet, after the sedan chair stopped, I saw Yan Shifan get off the sedan chair first, and carefully helped Yan Song down from the sedan chair.

"Father, slow down!"

"Hmm."

Then, with Yan Shifan's support, Yan Song staggered in the direction of the cabinet, and every few steps, Yan Song had to stop and rest for a while.

And this scene was also seen by Xu Jie, who had just arrived in a sedan car.

When Xu Jie saw Yan Song's figure, his pupils suddenly contracted, and his face was full of disbelief.

"What the hell is going on, doesn't it mean that Yan Song is sick and has been dying for a short time, how can he still be alive and well?"

"Could it be that there is fake news circulating in the DPRK and China recently?"

At this time, in Xu Jie's mind, such a thought flashed coldly.

But soon, Xu Jie found the clue, because Yan Song's pace was much slower than before, and every time he took a few more steps, he had to stop and rest for a while.

Moreover, Yan Song's spirit also looked a little sluggish.

"Could it be that Yan Song is holding on? No, I'll have to check for myself! ”

After making up his mind, Xu Jie refused the support of the sedan chair man, got down from the sedan chair by himself, and then took three steps and two steps, keeping up with the pace of Yan Song's father and son.

After taking a deep breath and calming down his good mood, he saw Xu Jie step forward and take the lead in greeting: "Elder Yan Ge, it's so early!" ”

Hearing Xu Jie's words, Yan Song did not respond immediately, but after being stunned for a long time, he came back to his senses and said slowly: "Oh, it's Xu Ge Lao!" ”

(End of chapter)