Seeing that everyone in the palace had left, Jiang Yimian led Lu Cijian out of the space.
She hadn't expected Lu Chengyuan to be so cautious. Luckily, she had her spatial ability; otherwise, given the situation just now, she and Lu Cijian would definitely have had nowhere to hide.
Going against Lu Chengyuan here is not a good thing.
Lu Cijian remained silent, clearly still in shock from the conversation between Lu Chengyuan and the Empress Dowager.
He never imagined that these two would commit such a treasonous act right under the late emperor's nose and even have a son.
And yet, it has been hidden for so many years that even Song Bingcheng has not been able to find out the inside story.
If they hadn't learned it from Chen Shuyu, they would probably still be in the dark.
Jiang Yimian realized something at this moment and looked at Lu Cijian in disbelief, still somewhat dazed.
If she heard correctly, Lu Chengyuan and the Empress Dowager meant that Lu Lin was actually their child.
It seems that Chen Shuyu has been raising other people's children all these years.
Suddenly remembering something, she exclaimed in surprise, "Last time I heard you say that the Empress Dowager's health was damaged because she gave birth to a stillborn child in her early years, and she could no longer have children. That's why she brought the current Emperor to her side to raise him."
Do you think that stillborn child might be the one Chen Shuyu gave birth to?
Lu Cijian's eyes flickered, and after a moment of contemplation, he nodded and said, "Very likely. I'll go to the Imperial Hospital to check the Empress Dowager's delivery date, and then we'll know for sure."
This matter is a bit complicated. Let's not alert them for now. We just don't know who sent that palace maid outside earlier.
Jiang Yimian also frowned.
The palace maid's appearance here was too coincidental; she didn't believe it was really an accident.
Now that we know about Lu Chengyuan's relationship with the Empress Dowager, the person behind the palace maid will definitely make a move, and we must find out the truth as soon as possible.
They also need to be wary of Lu Chengyuan.
If I didn't know what this person's purpose was at the beginning, now it's very clear.
What this person wanted was naturally the throne.
He held the Empress Dowager's bloodline in his hand. With a little manipulation, this bloodline could be transformed into the late Emperor's, making his ascension to the throne a matter of course.
Thinking it over, she simply said, "Lu Chengyuan will definitely plan ahead now, so we need to prepare early."
Since this person has been planning for so many years, he must have made thorough preparations. Since they knew about it in advance, they should definitely make good use of it.
Lu Cijian responded, "I will discuss this matter with His Majesty. We should not linger here; let's go back first."
When Jiang Yimian and the other returned to the training ground, the competition on the stage was still ongoing, and Marquis An Ding had already taken his seat, but his expression was not good.
Lu Chengyuan clenched his fists, his gaze sweeping over everyone in the martial arts arena before finally settling on the person who had just sat down at the table.
The competition was in full swing, and everyone's attention was focused on it. No one noticed who had left.
But Jiang Yimian and Lu Cijian have left.
Jiang Yimian, in particular, had changed her clothes. Although she didn't resemble the palace maid who had left, he felt that the two of them leaving was too coincidental.
In the past, he would never have paid any attention to this woman, but after so many things, he had to be wary of her.
Perhaps because his gaze was too undisguised, Jiang Yimian met his eyes directly, her expression calm and unwavering, revealing no emotion whatsoever.
Lu Chengyuan narrowed his eyes, and after a while, he snorted coldly and looked away.
This person actually managed to beat Tu Kun; she was lucky not to die on the competition stage.
Although he doesn't know if the palace maid is related to Jiang Yimian, she has already escaped, and he must quickly prepare everything to get what he wants.
As for these people, they are nothing more than stepping stones for his son to ascend the throne.
Just then, a cold voice suddenly came from beside him, "I wonder who Lord Lu thinks will win this contest?"
Lu Chengyuan frowned and looked at the person who spoke.
Lu Cijian remained calm, picked up a cup of tea, took a sip, and continued, "On the Great Jin side is Li, the adjutant who has served General Wei for many years."
He made many contributions on the battlefield and won many battles. He was in his prime, but unfortunately, he was harmed by spies from Tuyuhun and his health was damaged. He has not been on the battlefield for a long time and has been recuperating for many years.
Before Tukun appeared, the Tuyuhun people had been led by an old leader who captured several cities in the Great Jin Dynasty. He was ruthless.
Although he is old, he has a wealth of experience and is determined to win this competition.
Who does Lord Lu think will win?
Lu Chengyuan snorted coldly, staring at the two men fighting back and forth on the stage, and sneered: "Of course the old leader will win. Lieutenant General Li is still too young. He hasn't been on the battlefield for a long time and doesn't know the dangers there anymore."
You should know the saying, "Born in hardship, die in comfort."
Look, Lieutenant General Li won't be able to hold on much longer.
The archery banquet has ended, and the outcome remains unchanged: the Tuyuhun people have won.
He had been gone for quite some time, and the competition was nearing its end.
This should be the last match, even though Da Jin has been chasing for so long.
The final result will remain unchanged: in individual combat, no one can defeat the Tuyuhun, who have an inherent advantage.
Lu Cijian simply said, "Is that so? I think the Great Jin will win this time."
Lu Chengyuan just scoffed, "Look at those people below the competition stage, they're all half-dead, who do you think can still go up?"
Don't tell me it's Jiang Yimian. She's someone outside the rules, being challenged was an accident, and it's impossible for her to go on stage again.
A hard-fought draw, but I'm guessing we'll lose the last match.
He looked at the people below the competition stage with a hint of pity in his eyes.
These people are likely to be disappointed. How pitiful! The hope they finally gained has been shattered again. I'm afraid those ordinary people are in the same boat as these people now.
It's a pity, Xie Jingxuan will disappoint everyone in the Great Jin Dynasty this time too. He was really looking forward to it.
Below the arena, soldiers from both countries lay limp on the ground, many bearing bandages, their faces and clothes stained with blood and bruises.
Even so, he still refused to leave, staring intently at the competition on the stage.
Looking at it from afar, it touches one's heart.
Lu Chengyuan didn't say anything more. He looked at Li Canjiang, who was almost being suppressed on the competition stage, and a mocking smile appeared on his lips.
Even though Xie Jingxuan has re-emphasized military generals during his years in office, the time has been too short, and it will take at least five more years for the effects to be seen.
Not to mention that during this time, some people have been spreading rumors about the negative effects of heavy martial arts. If they lose this archery banquet, those people will probably become even more arrogant.
It seems that his son will have to make up for the remaining five years.
As Li Canjiang was thrown to the ground again by the Tuyuhun man, everyone in the arena stood up, clenched their fists, and shouted encouragement to the people competing on the field.
Upon seeing this, the Jin soldiers who had collapsed to the ground below the arena also helped each other to their feet and shouted with all their might toward the people on the arena.
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