Xi Xizhi looked around. The training ground was very large. Along the edge of the circular open space, there were neatly arranged weapons such as swords and halberds. Many guards were practicing and swinging their arms.
It was Xi Xizhi's first time in such a place, and she was somewhat curious.
A pair of deep blue eyes looked back and forth.
Unlike Xi Xizhi's simple thoughts, the other ministers all tried to guess the purpose of His Majesty's visit.
An Honghan is not one to make things up out of thin air; there must be something he's doing here.
Wu Jianfeng was greatly affected by his brother's situation and was listless all morning, worrying about what would happen in the future.
“Lin En,” An Honghan said coldly again.
Lynn perked up and immediately bent down, getting close to An Honghan.
"Your servant is here."
"Order the guards to bring Wu Lingyin from the dungeon." The voice was icy, chilling to the bone.
Everyone who heard this felt fear from the bottom of their hearts.
They wondered why His Majesty would have the leisure to come to the martial arts arena; it turned out it was all about the matter of the General Who Protects the Nation.
But... even if there is to be a punishment, what does it have to do with the martial arts arena?
Xi Xizhi raised her little paw, covered her mouth, and yawned twice.
The fluffy little ears twitched. Was it finally time to punish that bad guy? Xi Xizhi sat upright in An Honghan's arms, staring seriously into the distance.
Wu Jianfeng clenched his fists, his palms were covered in sweat, and beads of sweat kept dripping from his forehead.
Wu Lingyin was quickly brought here. Because he hadn't washed or combed his hair overnight, his hair was rather messy, and a little bit of stubble had grown around his chin, making him look somewhat disheveled.
The other ministers were also seeing Wu Lingyin in this state for the first time. Some were gloating, while others were worried.
Wu Lingyin waited in the prison for a day, firmly believing that His Majesty would at most give him a slight punishment. After all, he was a general who protected the country, and he had plenty of ability and talent. How could His Majesty take his life for such a small mistake?
Forced to kneel by the guards, Wu Lingyin's arms were pinned behind his back, a move that restricted his freedom and prevented him from moving.
Even at this point, Wu Lingyin still held his head high with pride.
Xi Xizhi suddenly thought of a phrase: "His achievements overshadowed his master"...
"I should settle accounts with you properly for what happened yesterday." Stroking the little sable's fur, An Honghan spoke coldly, each word carrying a chill that sent shivers down one's spine.
"Your Majesty, I only made a mistake; I did not intend to shoot the Phoenix Cloud Sable. I have been loyal to you for many years. Do you not trust me?" Wu Lingyin lowered his head, pretending to be very principled. He held a large army in his hands; he did not believe that An Honghan would really dare to do anything to him...
But in An Honghan's eyes, this appearance was nothing but pretentiousness and hypocrisy.
Only a few people in this court are truly loyal to him. If it weren't for personal gain, who would be willing to risk their life for him? If there's no reason to approach him without reason, then perhaps only Xi Xizhi remains.
"How can anyone touch my things as they please? Wu Lingyin, do you think your little tricks can escape my eyes? If it were just because you shot and injured Fengyun Diao, I really couldn't punish you, because doing so would cause me to lose the support of the people and make all my ministers feel insecure."
An Honghan has been on the throne for many years, how could he not even know such basic common sense? Wu Lingyin took advantage of this point, which is why he thought he couldn't do anything to him. But how could An Honghan do what others wanted?
An Honghan's blunt statement sent a shiver down Wu Lingyin's spine. If not for Feng Yun Diao, then what?! Did His Majesty have long wanted to bring him down?!
If that were the case, Wu Lingyin's eyes darkened, his heart trembled uncontrollably, and he began to speculate.
His Majesty never speaks without evidence; if he dares to say this, he must have solid proof.
Others may not know what he's doing in secret, but he knows it in his own heart.
Wu Lingyin had long lost his previous composure. He suppressed his various speculations, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
"Feeling guilty?" An Honghan uttered these three words slowly, his eyes narrowing coldly.
The other ministers were all stunned, completely unaware of what His Majesty was referring to.
Xi Xizhi also looked at Wu Lingyin with suspicion. Could it be that this person had done other bad things behind her back, besides shooting arrows at her?
"Your Majesty, I do not understand what you are referring to," Wu Lingyin stubbornly insisted.
Wu Jianfeng watched nervously, his mind filled with doubt.
The Wu family was considered a prominent family in the capital, especially after producing Wu Lingyin, a general who protected the country, which greatly increased their fame.
If this big tree were to suddenly fall, anyone would panic.
"Don't you understand? In my opinion, you won't confess honestly unless you see the evidence."
Xi Xizhi nestled in An Honghan's arms, her ears perked up, eager to hear what was going on.
"May I ask, Your Majesty, what is it you are referring to?" Several ministers, still confused, couldn't help but ask.
Wu Lingyin was so nervous that cold sweat kept pouring out, and his fists were clenched very tightly.
"Don't you dare to speak? Do you insist that I reveal the truth?" An Honghan was no longer willing to waste words. Seeing Wu Lingyin remain silent, his face darkened horribly. "Guards, bring up the evidence. How can you still try to deny it?"
Wu Lingyin's eyes widened. Could His Majesty really know about that matter...?
Even now, he still feels uncertain.
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