Chapter 323 Assassination
Ji Yunshu couldn't describe her mood. She instinctively distrusted Emperor Jingming, but she also knew in her heart that he was actually a very good person.
The reason why Zhao Shen was able to succeed so smoothly this time was ultimately because the emperor gave him great authority.
After dealing with the affairs of the Hongtu tribe, the two of them went to Xiangcheng without stopping.
When they arrived, the battle in Xiangcheng had already ended. The officials were busy resettling the prisoners of war and restoring people's livelihood.
Zhao Shen went to take care of things, and Ji Yunshu walked around the city.
Fortunately, the Miao people did not attack the city, so the streets just looked a little more deserted than usual, and the people did not actually suffer much damage.
Ji Yunshu felt relieved when she saw this, but suddenly a beggar came to her and begged.
She remembered the loose silver ingots in her purse and reached out to touch it.
At this moment, a cold light suddenly flashed in her eyes.
She sensed something was wrong and subconsciously raised her hand to shoot the arrow in her sleeve, but suddenly remembered that the person in front of her was a child who was less than ten years old.
Just as he was hesitating, a dagger stabbed towards him. Fortunately, Yin Ye reacted quickly and pushed Ji Yunshu away.
Who knew this was just the beginning.
Soon someone attacked again, and in a moment, a group of killers suddenly appeared on the deserted street.
Ji Yunshu and Bai Lingyinye gradually found it difficult to resist.
Fortunately, Ji Yunshu knew that kung fu could not be mastered in a short period of time, so after receiving the hidden weapon from Zhao Shen, she put some effort into it.
Now my accuracy is excellent and my arrows almost never miss the target.
Soon half of the killers fell down, and the rest were afraid of the hidden weapons in her hands and did not dare to get too close.
The killer acted like this in broad daylight, intending to end the battle quickly. He became anxious after failing to capture the enemy for a long time, and his moves became more fierce.
Soon Ji Yunshu's arm was cut by a sword.
Yin Ye was a little anxious. Although her master always liked to run to these dangerous places, he rarely got hurt.
Just when the three of them were about to give up, Yin Shu suddenly fell from the sky and swept down several assassins who attacked Ji Yunshu with one sword.
As soon as Yin Shu made a move, the killers saw that he had extremely high skills. Seeing that it was difficult to succeed, they all retreated in an instant.
Yin Shu had originally wanted to take credit, and finally he was put to use.
But when he saw Ji Yunshu was injured, the words on his lips turned into: "How are you?"
Bai Ling helped Ji Yunshu bandage his wound. Yin Ye asked dissatisfiedly, "Didn't you always follow the master? Why did you come only this time?"
Yin Shu said, "It's my fault. I thought it was broad daylight and nothing would happen in the city, so I went to deal with it..."
Having said that, he immediately realized that he had fallen into a trap.
As soon as Ji Yunshu saw his expression, she knew what was going on. "The murderer had a very thorough plan, so it's no wonder you didn't expect it. I'm fine, so don't blame yourself."
Yin Shu looked at her resentfully: "I boasted to others that you wouldn't lose even a hair on your trip to Southern Xinjiang."
Ji Yunshu: "Sir, don't be too hard on yourself. This is simply impossible."
She doesn't know how much hair she loses every time she combs her hair.
Yin Shu: “…”
He was about to say something when Zhao Shen suddenly ran over and said, "Ashu, how are you?"
Ji Yunshu saw that he had lost his usual composure and looked a little flustered.
He quickly said, "I'm fine."
Zhao Shen checked Ji Yunshu's injuries and was relieved to see that they were not serious. However, he still asked with a grim expression, "What happened?"
Ji Yunshu recounted the entire incident and concluded, "The other party has a very thorough plan and seems intent on taking my life."
After she came to southern Xinjiang, she was always able to escape from danger because those people had no intention of taking her life.
It had been a long time since she had encountered someone who was trying to kill her.
Yin Shu also said with embarrassment: "These people even transferred me away before taking action. It seems that they are very familiar with the people around Madam."
Ji Yunshu remembered that in order to avoid exposing Ji Lin to others, he did not let him bring anyone in when he entered the city.
Because she knew that the government was strictly checking the population in the city after the war, she did not expect to be assassinated in the street in broad daylight.
Zhao Shen didn't dwell on what was happening here anymore and said to Ji Yunshu, "Let's talk about it when we get back."
Ji Yunshu was also afraid that this place was not safe, although with the fighting power of Zhao Shen and Yin Shu, not many people could be their opponents.
But what if?
At this time, Yin Ye pointed at the little beggar who was knocked unconscious by her and asked, "What should we do with this child?"
Zhao Shen's expression turned cold for a moment. Ji Yunshu clearly sensed the murderous intent from him, but he quickly said, "Take him back first."
The group quickly returned to their base. Seeing everyone protecting her like a fragile doll, Ji Yunshu couldn't help but smile and said, "I'm really fine. They just failed, and it's impossible for them to send more people right away. There's no need to be so nervous."
Zhao Shen sent everyone away before saying to Ji Yunshu, "It's my fault. I should have stayed with you."
Ji Yunshu felt a bit of a headache. "You are here to do something ordered by the emperor. How can you accompany me all the time? Wouldn't that make me a burden to you? Not to mention what others think, I wouldn't be happy about it myself."
Zhao Shen said: "To me, those things are not as important as you."
Ji Yunshu thought of his panicked expression when he arrived at the assassination scene, and said with some reluctance, "This was just an accident. No one could have predicted it. Don't blame yourself for everything."
Zhao Shen was silent for a long time before he suppressed the anger that surged in his heart. He looked at Ji Yunshu solemnly and said, "You know very well that this is not an accident."
Ji Yunshu said nonchalantly, "I don't know how many people I've offended. It's not surprising that someone wants to kill me."
When she was assassinated, she was wondering, who would do this?
The matter in southern Xinjiang can be said to have been settled, and her life or death has no impact on the overall situation.
She didn't think anyone would do something that would harm others and benefit themselves.
Unless it's for revenge.
But if that's the case, she really had no idea who assassinated her.
However, the fact that she can understand the people and things around her so clearly shows that she is a person with great connections.
"I'll find out."
Ji Yunshu: "Then you work hard."
She didn't dare to have any expectations.
Seeing that those who tried to assassinate her retreated immediately when they saw that the assassination failed, it was obvious that they were killers, and they were paid to do the job.
Most of these people don’t even know who their employer is.
As for that child.
She sighed, still so young.
Zhao Shen rubbed her head and said, "Okay, take a rest first, and leave the rest to me."
Ji Yunshu nodded. She was indeed a little tired. "Go and do your own thing. We still have to rush back to the capital before the Wanshou Festival. There's not much time left. There's no need to waste time on mine."
Zhao Shen nodded.
Before he left, Ji Yunshu couldn't help but say, "That child...if possible, let him go."
Zhao Shen wanted to say something, but when he met the clear eyes, he nodded: "Don't worry."
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