Chapter 408: Storm is Coming
It was already past mid-afternoon when we arrived at the imperial mausoleum.
There was no stop in between. After the queen passed away, according to the rules, one had to fast for three days.
Of course, it is impossible to really go hungry for three days, but there is no time to eat at lunch.
Many people ate quietly in the carriage, taking some snacks to fill their stomachs.
When you arrive at the imperial mausoleum, you have to cry, kowtow and bow, and if you don't eat, you will lose half your life.
Get off at the destination.
Before getting off the car, Fu Qingyin reminded Yu Shengsheng that no matter what the situation, she must follow him closely.
Yu Shengsheng felt a little nervous and nodded seriously.
When I got off the carriage, as soon as I landed, I heard someone coldly ask, "Commander, why aren't you wearing your red robe today?"
Yu Shengsheng knew without even looking that it was Kong Dezhao.
Kong Dezhao came over with Kong Mao and Kong Rabbit. Kong Mao had been released two days ago. Kong Dezhao came personally to explain the situation to King Ming and ask for his forgiveness.
King Ming was magnanimous and went to Zhenqiao Tower to plead for Kong Mao, who was then released.
Yu Shengsheng lowered her head and followed Fu Qing into hiding.
Fu Qingyin glanced at Kong Dezhao and was too lazy to answer such a question.
"Your Highness, you are so troublesome to ask me what color clothes I am wearing."
Kong Dezhao snorted, "I don't want to ask, I'm just curious. You're not wearing red today. Do you think that this color is similar to fire and is not auspicious?"
Without waiting for Fu Qingyin to answer, Kong Dezhao whispered again: "Why did the palace catch fire? Commander, you have great connections, but you didn't notice anything?"
Yu Shengsheng's heart skipped a beat - could it be that Kong Dezhao also noticed something was wrong?
Come to think of it, it is not impossible. The relationship between Nanshun and the court is delicate. It is normal for the court to send people to Nanshun and for Nanshun to place spies in the court.
Fu Qingyin said calmly: "What happens in the palace is not something you and I can discuss casually. The ones who died are the Empress and the Crown Prince. You should keep your mouth shut and only cry when you need to."
Kong Dezhao: “…”
"Fu Qingyin, are you ill? This prince is kindly reminding you..."
"You can keep your kindness and cry more at the grave later."
Kong Dezhao: “…”
After Fu Qingyin finished speaking, he turned and left, and Yu Shengsheng quickly followed.
Kong Dezhao's eyes swept across her and then swept away.
Looking at her back, I was about to stare at her a few more times, but was blocked by other people.
He turned around and asked Kong Tu: "Have the Su family arrived? Where are they?"
"My Lord, Su Dingqin is with Madam Su, and Su Yanshu has taken the princess to find Su Huaiyuan."
Kong Dezhao was surprised: "Looking for Su Huaiyuan? Su Yanshu?"
"Exactly."
Kong Dezhao found it strange. Yu Shengsheng should be with Madam Su. They were both female relatives. Why would she let Su Yanshu take her to see Su Huaiyuan?
"Send someone to keep an eye on it," he whispered.
"Yes." Kong Mao nodded.
When he was in Zhenqiao Tower, Yu Shengsheng saw him twice. Although he was imprisoned for a long time, he did not suffer too much. He knew in his heart that it was because of Yu Shengsheng.
Therefore, I am also grateful to Yu Shengsheng.
Kong Tu looked around and said, "Prince, shall we take action tonight?"
Kong Dezhao searched the crowd for Yu Shengsheng's shadow. When he heard Kong Tu's question, he paused and did not answer.
Seeing that he was silent, Kong Tu couldn't help but feel anxious: "Prince, we can't delay any longer. Tonight is a good time. We will protect you and go directly from the imperial mausoleum, leave the capital, and return to Nanshun."
Kong Dezhao frowned slightly: "This move is somewhat risky. If I really just leave, then my father will have no way to defend himself."
"This is what the prince meant. Once you leave, the prince will demand you. The court cannot hand you over, and there is no way to prove whether you have left or not."
Kong Dezhao groaned and said, "Okay."
Kong Dezhao himself knew that the reason why he was still reluctant to leave and didn't want to leave so soon was not because he was afraid of any danger.
To be honest, looking at all the people here, Kong Dezhao is not afraid of anyone except Fu Qingyin and his Red Dragon Guards.
The one he was truly reluctant to part with was always Yu Shengsheng.
Kong Dezhao let out a sigh of relief, it was time to let go, he should go back first and protect himself, the sky is high and the sea is vast, there will always be a time to come back.
If he is trapped here, like a bird with its wings clipped, sooner or later he will become a fish at the mercy of others.
If he were like that, he wouldn't be able to get Yu Shengsheng.
Having made up his mind, Kong Tu went downstairs to make arrangements.
At this time, the sound of salutes rang out again. The time was right. The sun had already moved to the west and began to set.
The coffin began to be placed into the mausoleum.
Everyone knelt down and cried, but the Red Dragon Guards and the Imperial Guards were responsible for the guarding. Yu Shengsheng was beside Fu Qingyin and successfully escaped.
As the sun sank, the emperor gradually became darker.
Yu Shengsheng curled her lips and sneered slightly - it would be easier to get things done after dark.
Amid the deafening cries, Fu Qingyin asked softly, "Have you seen Su Huaiyuan?"
Yu Shengsheng shook her head: "No."
Indeed, not yet. When we were leaving the city, we saw Su Huaiyuan wearing thin armor, fully armed, and with a guard team.
The imperial mausoleum was sealed again, and Yu Shengsheng whispered, "The prince is missing too."
Fu Qingyin straightened his sleeves and said calmly: "Wait and see what happens."
Everyone stood up one after another, torches had been lit, and some of the imperial guards had already started lighting bonfires.
There is also a temporary palace next to the imperial mausoleum. If everyone is asked to guard for one night, they should move into the palace.
If this plan had been made earlier, the palace should have been arranged.
But now with a bonfire, everyone couldn't help but feel a little confused.
At this moment, someone from the Imperial Guards shouted, "Everyone, listen up. Rest where you are tonight!"
A word is like a stone dropped into water, causing ripples.
"What? Let us rest here?"
"Shouldn't we go to the palace? Why would we stay here overnight?"
“That’s outrageous.”
"We're going to the palace!"
Everyone got up early in the morning and headed for the palace. For the ceremony, they didn't dare to drink too much water or eat too much. They were already tired and hungry and just wanted to have a good rest at night.
Now, when I heard that we had to stay here, I felt so annoyed.
The voices became louder and louder.
Fu Qingyin just stood by and watched without saying a word.
Yu Shengsheng whispered, "How strange, there must be something strange."
Fu Qingyin nodded: "Of course."
"Look around. There are mountains on both sides and the imperial mausoleum behind. There is only one way out in front."
"If someone blocks the front road, these will be trapped."
Yu Shengsheng pursed her lips and said, "That is to say, whoever brings people to block the road later will be..."
Fu Qingyin nodded slowly.
Yu Shengsheng looked at Kong Dezhao. Kong Dezhao was still there, so it was obviously not him.
The prince disappeared at some point.
Could it be that after what happened at Hongyuan Temple, the prince is fighting another desperate battle?
If it succeeds this time, then the situation can be turned around. If not, then his position as crown prince will be abolished.
It’s better to give it a try.
Just as I thought of this, I suddenly heard the sound of horse hooves. Someone was coming from the front intersection. In the dim light and shadow, his figure emerged from the darkness.
Appear in front of everyone.
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