Chapter 542: Thinking before and after
Although the number of assassins was small, they attacked so suddenly and appeared on the way back when the group was most relaxed and exhausted, and still broke the long team into pieces.
Fortunately, the assassin saw that the momentum was not right and stopped lingering, so the number of casualties was not many.
Beiyuan Paddock is not close to the palace. It was suddenly attacked by assassins and had to make some repairs before rushing on.
When they were on the road again, the Imperial Army surrounded the Queen Mother and the Emperor's chariot three levels inside and three levels outside.
Xia Houzhao was mainly responsible for the safety of this trip, and Hussar General Hu Lu Qiguang assisted from the side.
After the general situation was reported, except Chun Yubei who followed closely behind the chariot, the remaining two people stepped back and went about their own business.
The carriage suddenly became quiet.
Only Liang Huan and Gao Yang were left face to face.
He tilted his head and looked away.
No matter how calm he pretended to be, his lips were still slightly white.
Gao Yang was indeed frightened.
Liang Huan comforted softly: "Emperor, don't be afraid."
Gao Yang lowered his eyes and reluctantly responded.
After a long while, he asked dully: "Who do you think the Queen Mother is?"
The sunset in early winter looked particularly far away, and its faint afterglow fell slantingly on the cornices at the corner of the building.
In the Tai Chi Hall, Liang Han was sitting behind the bead curtain as usual.
The little emperor, who had just experienced an assassination, sat alone on a large dragon chair.
Below are a group of people whispering.
They stepped into the palace gate with their front foot, and news came from their back foot that the Northern Zhou army was pressing on the border.
It was too late to investigate the assassin in detail, and they had to face external worries.
Although the Northern Zhou Army has not officially launched an attack, everyone knows that crossing the border only requires an order from Lord Zhou.
A group of people who should have dispersed were gathering in the hall in shock and uncertainty.
Some people speculate that the assassination may be related to the Zhou Kingdom.
Across the bead curtain, Liang Han looked over quietly. The expressions of the people present were different.
Not to mention that they didn't expect it, even she herself didn't expect that Yu Wenjue would lead Zhou Jun to make a comeback so soon.
It is true that this is a good time.
Hu Lu Qiguang stood at the front of the team.
He turned around and looked around, but seeing no one speaking, he walked out of the queue first.
He leaned over and bowed before speaking.
"I have fought with the Zhou army before and am willing to lead troops to meet the enemy. In addition, it is now the time to recruit people. I sincerely request your Majesty and the Queen Mother to recall Wang Tingyue."
The powerful voice made the whole hall fall silent. quiet.
Liang Huan sat in a high position and calmly observed everyone's reactions.
Gao Yang was about to nod when someone immediately stopped him.
“Your Majesty and the Queen Mother, as I see it, this is absolutely unacceptable.”
The person who spoke was He Shaode, the Third Secretary of Kaifu Yitong.
Gao Yang glanced back out of the corner of his eye and saw that the Queen Mother did not express her position. His eyes fell back to the front: "Why?"
He Shaode said: "Wang Tingyue was suspected and implicated because of Gao Yu's rebellion. , and his wife frequently interacted with Lou Yunchu and was severely punished. There is no guarantee that he will not feel resentful. Not to mention whether he can do his best if he is really asked to lead troops to defend the enemy. If he is still resentful, he will do something If you act in an extreme way, you will be in trouble..."
Although the words are not finished, the meaning is self-evident.
The people who were cowering behind the crowd just now are speaking in agreement one after another.
Gao Yang was extremely dissatisfied with the Empress Dowager's dismissal of Wang Tingyue from his post. Now that he had the opportunity to reinstate him, how could he fight for it without reason.
With the emperor's support, Hulu Qiguang argued with He Shaode and others again.
This debate lasted for a long time, and the two parties headed by Changguang King and Nanyang King had different opinions.
Gao Hao's group believes that it is the right time to employ people, and one should not make assumptions out of thin air. Gao Jun's group believes in taking precautions before they happen, and would rather believe in their presence than in their absence.
Both parties hold their own opinions.
Until Hulu Qiguang asked the Queen Mother.
It was only then that everyone realized that there had been no sound from behind the bead curtain for a long time.
Even through the bead curtain, you can still feel the compelling gazes. Liang Huan had to express his position.
Obviously He Shaode and others were afraid that Wang Tingyue would support his troops and seize the opportunity to rebel, but in fact they were afraid that the forces they had finally eliminated would grow again.
Her heart is like a bright mirror and she doesn't force anything.
"I agree, He Qing's words are reasonable."
As soon as he said this, Liang Huan clearly heard a lot of gasping sounds, and even saw Gao Yang cast an unbelievable look. .
For a while, some people were happy, some were sad, and some looked unclear.
Liang Huan just disappeared.
Then, he said: "It's getting late today, so let's disperse first. The remaining matters will be discussed in court tomorrow."
She did not intend to give them another chance to speak and make a final decision.
Everyone left, but Hulu Qiguang refused to leave and wanted to leave some advice. Liang Hu sent someone to send them away on the grounds that the Queen Mother and the Emperor were frightened by the assassination.
Turn around again, Gao Yang was standing in front of her, raising his head slightly.
“What does the Queen Mother want?”
I will definitely not give up until I make it clear.
Liang Han sighed and looked at him calmly.
“What does the emperor think?”
Gao Yang’s eyes were stubborn: “Didn’t the Queen Mother say that she would tell Guzhi the truth?”
Liang Huan thought for a moment and asked: “ If Wang Tingyue comes back, what is the emperor's plan to lead the army to meet the enemy as General Hu Lu said? "
Gao Yang said honestly: "Now that the army is pressing down on the country, it should be like this."
Liang Huan smiled faintly and nodded slightly: "According to the emperor, if the Zhou army attacks, Hu Lu Qiguang and Wang Tingyue will both go to fight the enemy. Army, someone in Jinye City takes the opportunity to cause chaos, how should we deal with it? With the imperial army alone, what chance does the emperor think of winning?"
Gao Yang frowned and opened his mouth.
Liang Huan added: "If we are just fighting against foreign aggression, it is indeed natural, but if we are facing internal and external aggression, how can we not keep a hand in case of emergencies?"
Gao Yang seemed to realize something and couldn't help but be surprised: "Did the Queen Mother hear any news? Or has it been found out who committed today's assassination?"
Previously, he had secretly doubted her.
After all, she and King Changguang...
But she also confessed to him that day that her pretending to be close to Gao Yu was just a temporary measure.
Gao Yang was worried about whether he should believe her or not.
He lowered his head and thought again and again, what could he do if he didn't believe her now?
In such a huge palace, who can you count on?
Is it Concubine Lu who lost her order? Or——
Gao Yang’s eyes flashed, the Queen Mother?
Under the sleeves, the little fists tightened again and again.
The Queen Mother was a concubine who won the favor of her father, and was also the murderer who directly caused the tragic death of her mother in the cold palace. The reason why she valued and protected her before was to keep her position as the Queen Mother.
However, the situation is different now. Shangshu Ling is dead and Wang Tingyue has been dismissed. The decline has already appeared. In addition, the Zhou Dynasty is still determined to be traitorous...
Just now, Gao Hao, the king of Changguang, clearly supported General Wang's return to Jin. Ye's, but she clearly refused.
Gao Yang's head was wrapped in a mess. The more he thought about it, the more confused he became, and his heart felt uneasy.
Every move now is related to life and the throne, and he must not make any mistakes.
Gao Yang lowered his head and remained silent.
Liang Huan sighed slightly, what was she doing when she was as old as him?
No matter what, he is just a child, and these things are indeed difficult for him.
Liang Huan gently touched Gao Yang's shoulder: "The emperor might as well think about what I just said."
Gao Yang raised his eyes: "The Queen Mother means that the assassin and Zhou It has nothing to do with the country. Is he someone with evil intentions in the city of Jinye?"
Liang Huandao: "It still needs to be investigated carefully, but at the moment, we must be on guard against others."
At night, Gao Yang was lying on the bed, turning his head slightly to look at the candlelight. The beating flames could not illuminate the entire palace.
The Empress Dowager is different after all. In any case, she is her royal grandmother...
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