At noon, Liu Banxian saw Yin Xiu and Ren Qi walking into the courtyard covered in blood. Combined with the commotion in the city, he had a rough idea.
"That's the Great Inner Forbidden Palace!"
Liu Banxian sighed: "It is a great skill to be able to come out alive after a trip to the Forbidden Palace."
"Speak as if you've been there."
Ren Qi sat at the table, picked up the tea and poured it into his mouth.
"Hey, leave some for me."
Yin Xiu also sat on the table. Ma Xiaoyu heard the sound and had already brought a bowl of tea over, as if she had been waiting for him for a while.
After seeing Ma Xiaoyu, Yin Xiucai felt that the heat and murderous aura in his body had dissipated.
He smiled at Ma Xiaoyu and said, "The security of the Great Inner Forbidden Palace is really powerful beyond expectations."
Ma Xiaoyu also smiled like a flower, "It's okay, it won't work this time, just go next time. Why don't you take a bath first? I'll put some bath water for you."
"Take a bath?"
After Yin Xiu drank the water, he smelled himself and felt that the smell of blood was overwhelming, as if he had just walked out of a slaughterhouse.
So he nodded and said to Ren Qi, who was wiping his sword with two pieces of water, one dry and one wet: "Then I'll leave the rest to you. I'll take a shower first."
Ren Qi didn't even raise his head, "You can just go if you want. I don't have anything to do. This trip failed. I have to wait a few days before taking action."
So Yin Xiu said hello to Liu Banxian again. Liu Banxian smiled slightly and didn't say much. He just continued to talk to Ren Qi.
When he was soaking in the bathtub, Yin Xiucai realized how bad the previous situation was.
According to Ren Qi, the three people who came out to stop them were just ordinary masters in the Forbidden Palace.
When Ren Qi was in the Royal Study Room, when the alarm sounded, he exchanged moves with a young man, and then he felt the depth of the other boy's inner strength, and the unfathomable depth of the Forbidden Palace.
If they stay in the palace for a while longer and fail to break out in time, when all the masters from deep within the palace come out, it is hard to imagine what kind of predicament they will be in.
Without preparing foreign aid, it is true that they thought Ouchi was too simple, or they actually overestimated themselves.
Holding a handful of water to wash her face, and putting those worries behind her, Yin Xiu let out a long breath and enjoyed the moment of relaxation after the bloody battle.
At this time, Ma Xiaoyu held a set of clean clothes and said to Yin Xiu through a curtain: "I put the clothes here. After you take a bath, you can sleep first. I want to eat..."
Before she finished speaking, a hand stretched out from the curtain and grabbed her inside.
Ma Xiaoyu was startled at first, but after entering the curtain, there was only a soft hum.
It was a warm scene here, but there was a storm in the Great Inner Forbidden Palace.
Dewey took off his civilian clothes, and with the help of his entourage, he put on the brocade robe that symbolized the chief steward, put on his hair crown, and pinned the two beaded ribbons behind his head.
"Where's Jin Hai?"
He sounded like he was asking a dead dog on the roadside.
"Father, that bastard broke one of his hands and was unable to protect him well. He has been sent to see the imperial mausoleum." Someone said happily.
"Oh, he saved his life after all."
Diwei snorted coldly, "This is his old profession. I left a pot of shochu for him at the imperial mausoleum. It must be enough for him to keep warm at night. It's very cold there, even in the summer." You have to cover yourself with a quilt.”
"My father-in-law is kind! I believe Jin Hai will burst into tears of gratitude when he finds out!"
"It doesn't matter what he thinks. A gentleman's deeds and intentions are all in the past. The most important thing is the future."
"In the future? Don't worry, father-in-law, we will definitely die because of your father-in-law!"
"You?"
Dewey glanced at them coldly, "I believe you will."
After dealing with a few men casually, Di Wei began to lead his men into the palace to pay homage to the Great Master Dongfang Future.
Dongfang Future also heard the noise in the Forbidden Palace, but he didn't pay much attention.
At this time, he was leaning against the pillar, and behind him was Wei Nansheng, the Black Emperor's son, holding the sword in his arms.
"They have left, you can put down your sword." Dongfang Future said.
Of course Wei Nansheng heard this, but her hand did not relax, she just smiled and said: "The Great Inner Forbidden Palace is really a treasure trove, and you can lend me the [Shocking Beast], one of the thirty-six famous swords, so easily."
"The important thing is the person, not the sword."
Wei Nansheng looked stern, "Dongfang Future, are you saying that I am not worthy of this sword?"
Dongfang Future shook his head, "I didn't mean that, I just heard people say this."
"Then can you use a sword?" she asked again.
"Well..." Dongfang Future pondered for a moment, as if it was difficult to answer.
"If you can, you can, if you can't, you can't. What are you, a grown man, doing as a mother-in-law?"
"That won't happen."
Dongfang Future spread his hands and said, "I am a national master, and a bunch of people are guarding me, so I don't need a sword."
"Hmph, I guessed it."
Wei Nansheng rolled his eyes: "Why does a pampered person like you need to use a sword?"
Dongfang Future had no intention of arguing with her, he just smiled.
However, he always has this attitude, as if nothing is worth arguing about, whether he is wrong or right, it doesn't matter, he is always so harmless.
"Actually, you're not strong, right?" Wei Nansheng suddenly asked.
Dongfang Future still smiled, "I'm just a Taoist priest, not a martial arts master. Isn't it normal to be weak?"
Wei Nansheng was amused by these words, and his whole body was shaking with laughter.
But soon her laughter was interrupted by the sound of soft but quick footsteps.
Dewey came in with a group of people.
Wei Nansheng's smile disappeared immediately and returned to his original cold smile.
Dongfang Future looked at Dewei as usual.
As soon as Dewey came in, he fell to the ground.
"Old slave Diwei, pay homage to the Great Master."
"You're welcome, Mr. Steward."
Dongfang Future waved his hand towards him and motioned for Dewei to get up.
Originally, the Grand Imperial Preceptor did not have such a status, but Dongfang Future was a very special person. The emperor gave him almost all the powers that the Grand Imperial Preceptor should have and should not have, making him like a prime minister.
The chief internal officer was more dependent on the emperor than any other official position. Therefore, the emperor valued Dongfang Future, and Diwei also respected Dongfang Future more and more, not daring to go beyond it.
Of course, Dongfang Future will not "fake the power of the tiger" in order to think that it can use this famous general manager at will, who is famous for his ability to peel off human skins.
Therefore, he still asked very politely: "I wonder how the steward is going to deal with the next situation?"
"The old slave is both troubled and ashamed."
Diwei gritted his teeth, "When I asked the traitor Ren Qi to escape, I had already thought that he would cause trouble. I didn't expect that he would directly cause trouble in the Forbidden Palace and cause such a huge disaster. Old slave The crime deserves death!”
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Future and Wei Nansheng laughed at the same time.
Dewei did not dare to attack Dongfang Future. He asked the Black Emperor with a sullen face: "Why are you laughing?"
Wei Nansheng was not afraid of him at all and still had a smile on his lips, "Do you think he is Monkey King and can cause havoc in Heaven?"
Dewei glanced at her sideways, "Of course he is not the Monkey King, but he is a world-famous swordsman."
"Really?" Wei Nansheng had a fighting spirit in his eyes, "You said that and I became interested in meeting him."
"Don't worry, you'll have a chance to meet him."
After Dongfang Future finished speaking, he turned to Di Wei: "Where is Yin Xiu?"
Di Wei replied: "One of them sneaked into the Royal Study and the other went to Guanhai Pavilion, both of them were looking for documents recording the whereabouts of the Black Emperor.
But we didn't keep any records before, so they should have returned empty-handed. ”
"But they still have Liu Banxian."
Dongfang Future reminded him: "Liu Banxian always has a chance to figure out where the Black Emperor is. After all, his head is worth 200 million silver, isn't it?"
Di Wei could only admit: "Not capturing him in Changbai Mountain before was indeed a greater loss than losing the Qing Emperor's son."
"Then what are you going to do?" Dongfang Future asked him.
"I don't dare to say that we have to make up for it before it is too late, but there is still a chance now."
Diwei clasped his hands together, cupping his fists and said: "First of all, I will send high-level experts to strengthen the defense of the entire Qintian Prison. The number of people sent will be at least twice as many as now. Even the elders in the palace, I will also invite many of them. People come to this observatory to guard against the invasion of Yin Xiu and others
Then I will send out a large number of spies. If nothing unexpected happens, they must have a stronghold somewhere in Yujing. I will notify the nine admirals and turn the entire Yujing over to find them. ”
As if to show his determination, Dewei looked cold: "Even if it is Prince Baylor's mansion, I will have people search every inch of it."
"This seems to offend a lot of people." Dongfang Future said in a dark and dignified tone.
"It doesn't matter, I have already asked the emperor for this decree."
Dewei looked serious and strong. Although the words were inappropriate, he seemed to be determined to be a "lone minister".
In fact, the emperor's chief chamberlain should also be a solitary minister, whether in terms of interpersonal relationships or family relationships. Only in this way can the emperor feel at ease.
"This is really not a good thing." Dongfang Future sighed.
"The old slave is used to it."
Diwei sneered, "The people in Yujing don't dare to say anything in front of me, but behind my back they all call me a devil, saying that I am a devil who kills without blinking an eye and does all kinds of bad things. In fact, I am indeed like this. There is nothing to deny. A gentleman does not care about his conduct.
This is how I do things, and everything the masters under me do are worse than animals. However, everyone has their own way of survival, right?
I don’t know what to say after going to hell, but in this world, what is there to complain about in such a life? ”
Dongfang Future was noncommittal about his statement and did not comment much.
He has known two extremes in the imperial officialdom. One is Di Jie, the governor of Liangjiang, who is fair and strict, and almost makes himself live in the sun.
And the chief internal officer, Dewei, is a person who will do whatever it takes to survive.
Of course, these two types of people are incompatible with each other, but in the court, both types of people have their role.
It can even be said that Di Wei is often more useful than other so-called moral defenders and gentlemen.
Because he is a useful knife, even if you ask him to turn towards his relatives, he will only ask you: How many to kill?
When Dongfang Future was thinking about his next move, a eunuch walked in quickly.
"Master Imperial Master, the Emperor is waiting for you in the Royal Garden."
Dewei immediately retreated, "Old slave, please retreat."
"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Manager."
Dongfang Future looked at the eunuch: "Please, father-in-law, please lead the way."
However, the eunuch still stood where he was and said politely: "Master Imperial Master, the emperor also asks you to take the Black Emperor's son with you."
"Me?"
Wei Nansheng was surprised, angry, and somewhat confused.
However, it was not her decision whether to go or not, just like when she was brought to Yujing from southern Xinjiang, no one consulted her opinion.
Dongfang Future nodded in agreement, and then looked at Dewey who had not yet left.
Di Wei understood and said: "Don't worry, Imperial Master, there will be a large number of experts guarding you on the way in and out."
"It's time for you, sir."
Dongfang Future smiled at Wei Nansheng and said, "How many maids should I ask to accompany you to change clothes?"
"No need!"
Wearing a long black dress and bare feet, Wei Nansheng stood up from the ground, raised his neck, "This way I can see your emperor."
The eunuch who came to deliver the order was obviously in a bit of a dilemma, and looked at Dongfang Future for help.
Because although the Black Emperor's son is naturally beautiful, dressing up like this in front of the emperor is ultimately a disgrace.
But Dongfang Future didn't think about this. He just nodded and said: "Father-in-law, lead the way!"
In this way, the eunuch who delivered the order had no choice but to lead the way, thinking that nothing would involve him.
……
By the time Yin Xiu finished taking a bath, it was almost dusk.
Ma Xiaoyu walked out with him and seemed to have taken a shower and changed clothes.
"Brother Yin, did you take a nap?"
Liu Banxian was just sitting at the dinner table at this time and had not yet touched his chopsticks.
"Didn't sleep."
Yin Xiu shook his head, "I'm busy."
"What are you busy with?"
Yin Xiuzheng smiled and wanted to answer, but was pinched lightly by Ma Xiaoyu on the waist.
He turned around and met Ma Xiaoyu's shy and resentful eyes, which made him feel itchy in his heart.
"It's nothing, it's just a national event."
When Yin Xiu pulled Ma Xiaoyu to sit down, Ren Qi and Murong Yan, who came over at some unknown time, also sat down.
Yin Xiu took a look at the dishes on the table, roasted chicken, steamed fish, braised beef, steamed lamb, white meat...
"You cooked so many dishes?"
Of course he was asking about Murong Yan.
Murong Yan took a deep look at Yin Xiu, her face turned red, and she shook her head and said, "How can I have such ability? I am a fortune teller, not a cook."
"That is?"
"I called."
Liu Banxian raised his hand and tore off a chicken drumstick from the roasted chicken, put it into Murong Yan's bowl with a smile, and winked at her in a very cool manner.
"I asked Dongjude to send these. They are all famous dishes. Try them!"
Ren Qi's hand holding the wine glass stopped in the air, "Did I tell you that this is a secret stronghold?"
"Yes, but I didn't tell the delivery boy that this was a secret base."
"..."
After a long silence, Yin Xiu picked up the wine glass and took a sip.
"That's good, let's eat first." (End of Chapter)