Chapter 524: Big Pie
"Who do you think your Shang family is? When did the Dragon Court Guard become part of your Shang family?"
Shang Zhonglin originally took control of the Dragon Court Guards because of Taizu's trust, but now the Shang family treats the Dragon Court Guards as their private property?!
Shang Qin's mouth was full of blood and he was in so much pain that he couldn't speak.
Fu Yue cursed, "I've disliked you for a long time. Shang Zhonglin was just one of those lowly people you mentioned back then. It was only because Taizu valued him that he was able to rise through the ranks and join the army. You've forgotten that your Shang family was just peasants digging in the dirt for three generations."
He really thought that after being a general for a few days, he became a superior person and did not take the lives of the people seriously!
Xiao Yan glanced at the extremely furious Fu Yue, ignoring Shang Qin curled up on the ground. He raised his eyes and said, "General Guo, I leave Shang Qin to you now. It's up to you, the Dragon Court Guards, to decide how to deal with him. However, I hope you can restrain these remaining people and lead them out of the capital first."
Guo Linyi naturally understood. He glanced hesitantly at the people who had followed Shang Qin into the palace. "What about them?"
"them?"
Xiao Yan looked at the anxious Dragon Court Guards and hesitated for a moment before saying, "Your Majesty is currently seriously ill, and the Crown Prince is in the palace. Military affairs will be handled by me for the time being. The Dragon Court Guards are all elite soldiers. It would be a shame if they were to lose their lives due to a moment of confusion."
"How about this: Anyone who conspired with Shang Qin tonight and knew of Long Yu's order but refused to retreat must be severely punished. However, those who were unaware and are willing to admit their guilt and accept punishment can be pardoned and return to the northwest to fight against Beiling to atone for their sins."
Guo Linyi turned his head immediately after hearing this: "Why don't you thank Governor Xiao?"
Those people saluted one after another: "Thank you, Governor Xiao."
Someone stepped forward and gagged Shang Qin, carrying him away. Xiao Yan then turned to Fu Yue and said, "General Fu, General Guo has taken care of the Dragon Court Guards. However, you still need to report your visit to the capital to the palace. Please follow me into the palace first."
Fu Yue nodded, picked up the two huge axes on the ground and walked to Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan looked at Yu Yanfeng and said, "Commander Yu, take your men and secure the palace gates. Send others to assist Marquis Wenxin and the Jing Patrol to appease the people of the capital. Be careful not to let anyone take advantage of this opportunity to cause chaos. Jinyun, you will accompany Commander Yu. Anyone who dares to cause chaos in the capital will be killed!"
"Yes, Lord Governor."
"Yes, Lord Governor Xiao."
After Jinyun and Yu Yanfeng accepted the order, Xiao Yan looked at Di Tao and asked, "How are you? Can you still hold on?"
Di Tao's entire body ached, but as he met Xiao Yan's gaze, he subconsciously held onto his spear and straightened his back: "Of course."
Xiao Yan laughed. "Then take your men to count the casualties of the four battalions outside the capital. Also, capture the culprit who colluded with Liu Tongen to cause chaos in front of the palace gate, leading to a violent clash between the Imperial Guards and the four battalions, resulting in heavy losses."
Di Tao perked up after hearing this: "To die or to live?"
Xiao Yan: "It doesn't matter if they are injured or disabled, just don't take their lives. I can still be of use to you."
Di Tao immediately said, "That's easy, uncle, don't worry, I'll go right away."
Xiao Yan patted his shoulder, turned around and said, "General Fu, let's go."
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There was a loud bang in front of the palace gate, and everyone in the Zichen Hall was in a panic. They all stared at the outside of the hall, fearing that Xiao Yan and others would not be able to suppress the "rebellious army" outside. If someone broke into the palace, they would all die.
Tang Ning pursed her lips tightly, her knuckles turning white from pinching.
She didn't know how long it had been before she heard a commotion outside. She quickly looked up and saw a little eunuch running in excitedly and kneeling on the ground.
"Your Highness, the Dragon Court Guards have retreated, the rebel Shang Qin has been captured alive by the Imperial Guards, and Governor Xiao has returned."
The prince's face lit up with joy: "Really?"
"Indeed, Commander Xiao brought the deputy commander of the Dragon Court Guard, General Fu Yuefu, into the palace, and they are almost at the Purple Palace."
"Great! I'll tell you that Governor Xiao can resolve the crisis in the capital!"
The prince was happy on the high platform, and everyone else in the hall was happy too. Some of the female members couldn't help but shed tears.
There were many twists and turns at the palace banquet tonight. First, Xiao Yan led his men to force the palace, and then the Longting Guard army laid siege to the city. Now that the crisis in the capital has been resolved safely without causing fighting and bloodshed, it is a blessing for most people in the palace.
People like Qian Baokun, Cao Dejiang were all happy, and the court officials of Qingliu also showed joy on their faces. However, for those court officials from aristocratic families, their lives had just been saved. They looked up at His Royal Highness the Crown Prince sitting at the top, and thought of Xiao Yan who was about to enter the palace to obtain the tiger talisman and take control of the military power.
Their smiles were frozen on their lips, and they didn't look happy at all.
"Tang Ning, that's great..."
Qian Qiyue was almost dancing with joy, her eyes wide open, but she saw some pale old faces of people across from her, and pinched Tang Ning's palm.
"Look, that old guy is almost scared to death."
Tang Ning followed Qian Qiyue's gaze and saw the Cui family members in the crowd looking like they had lost their parents. Even Liang Guangyi and other court officials from aristocratic families had grim expressions.
Tang Ning lowered his eyes with a cold expression and looked outside the hall. Not long after, he saw Xiao Yan walking towards the inner room with a tall and strong man wearing heavy armor.
Brother...
Tang Ning met Xiao Yan's gaze and her eyes curved slightly.
Xiao Yan raised the corner of his mouth slightly, nodded at her and continued to move forward.
On the high platform, the prince hurried down to greet him in person, and was extremely enthusiastic when he saw Xiao Yan.
"Master Xiao, are you okay?"
"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I am fine."
Xiao Yan pretended to salute, but after the prince blocked his way with his hand, he also stood up straight.
"The traitor Shang Qin led his troops into the capital, under the guise of serving the emperor but in reality plotting rebellion. He disobeyed the imperial order and attempted to force his way into the Forbidden Palace. I have apprehended him, but the Dragon Court Guards were deceived by him, believing that it was an imperial decree and therefore followed his lead in the attack."
"Two lieutenants of the Dragon Court Guard noticed something was amiss and made an invaluable contribution in helping me capture the traitor. I will take one of them, Fu Yue, to the palace to meet the Crown Prince. The remaining Dragon Court Guards will be led out of the city by another lieutenant, Guo Linyi, to avoid disturbing the people of the capital."
Fu Yue slammed the axe in his hand into the ground and said, "I, Fu Yue, pay my respects to the Crown Prince."
The burly man was wearing armor and exuded a fierce aura. Where the two giant axes fell to the ground, faint cracks were visible.
The prince's eyes trembled, then he put on a smile and said, "I have heard of General Fu's reputation for a long time. General Fu, please stand up."
Fu Yue raised an eyebrow.
Ever since Shang Qin took over the Longting Guard, he hasn't been to the battlefield in several years. Occasionally, he led troops to kill the Beiling barbarians in private. In order to prevent Shang Qin from causing trouble for him, most of the news could not be reported back to the capital. How could the newly appointed prince know his "reputation"?
The Crown Prince smiled and said, "Just now I was worried about the crisis outside. Fortunately, General Fu, a brave general, assisted Governor Xiao in capturing the rebels. Otherwise, disaster would have been unavoidable in the capital. For such a meritorious service, I and my father will surely reward you handsomely later."
Fu Yue remained motionless, but felt disgusted in his heart.
How come this prince doesn't have the slightest aura of a crown prince? Although the Dragon Court Guards were "tricked" into entering the capital, they did leave the northwest without any imperial edict, forced their way into the capital and nearly broke into the palace, causing countless casualties among the imperial guards and soldiers in the city.
The prince did not ask for punishment or the reason, but instead praised his merits and promised to reward him later...
Flattering, hypocritical, and full of empty promises.
There's really nothing about it that's worthy of attention!
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