Chapter 87 The Third Item: Coin Catcher
The Imperial Master was dressed in gorgeous clothes, and when Chen Li saw him for the first time, he felt that this person looked particularly familiar.
It seemed like he had seen it before, but he couldn't remember where.
"Wait a minute."
The Imperial Master slowly walked out from behind the little emperor and said, "It is not appropriate to see blood on your birthday today. Besides, there are more important things to do."
The young emperor seemed to listen to the imperial master's words, but he still couldn't control his emotions and cursed: "Untouchable, fortunately, I and the imperial master got the news in advance and were prepared!"
Chen Li was not actually afraid of getting into trouble on the spot. He was just wondering why this man who could make clouds and rain with a flip of his hand would help him.
The imperial teacher waved to the guards outside the door, and another group of people were escorted into the hall.
Jiang Lexin, who was originally disheartened, couldn't help but look up, and the expression on her face froze instantly.
"Master... Senior Brother?"
Jiang Lexin saw that his senior brother had also been escorted up. He had been tortured before and was covered in blood.
Could it be that he had implicated his senior brother?
How did they find out about my brother so quickly?
Just then, the guards escorting Senior Brother Jiang Lexin came forward to report.
“As expected by the Imperial Master, our people who were hiding in the dark caught these people sneaking around, and they actually wanted to destroy the copper tripod furnace!”
His senior brother asked him to assassinate the imperial teacher, so why did he go and blow up the bronze furnace?
Jiang Lexin hasn't figured it out yet, but Chen Li has almost figured it out.
Jiang Lexin’s senior brother is actually from the Guixiang Sect.
Joining the Crucible is nothing more than trying to gain the trust of those in power.
He also knew the harm of the copper cauldron furnace and that it must be destroyed.
But the mint has always been heavily guarded, and the secret agents they had laid down had been unable to sneak in and take action.
So Jiang Lexin's senior brother took advantage of Jiang Lexin and asked him to assassinate the emperor on his birthday.
This alone is not enough to divert the heavy troops from the Mint.
For the sake of the great cause, he even sacrificed his junior fellow apprentice and revealed the assassination plot in advance.
That's why when they tried to sneak in today, they felt that there were several times more people guarding the place.
One of Jiang Ying's eyes was swollen and bleeding.
His hands were tied, and he looked towards Jiang Lexin's position with difficulty, his eyes full of guilt.
He hated himself for taking advantage of his junior brother. If such exploitation and sacrifice could lead to great things, he would not hesitate even if he was given another chance.
But now that the truth has been exposed, he has also failed.
Even if he died, he would not have the face to see his master in the underworld.
At this moment, in the main hall, Jiang Lexin was still confused and crying, thinking that he had implicated his senior brother.
The little emperor was violent and kicked Jiang Ying in the face.
Jiang Ying was a civil servant with delicate skin and tender flesh. He had been tortured before, and after this kick, his face was basically unrecognizable.
Jiang Lexin was afraid that he would cause his senior brother's tragic death, so he took all the blame on himself in an impulse.
"I did it all! I am the mastermind, it has nothing to do with my senior brother!"
The young emperor, with his majestic power, would not tolerate any provocation, so he narrowed his eyes and told the whole story.
"If he hadn't informed us of the assassination in advance, how could there be several times more soldiers guarding outside the hall than usual? You are so righteous that you even pleaded for him?"
The little emperor saw Jiang Lexin's expression froze for a moment, his eyes full of disbelief.
He looked towards his senior brother, who was lying on the ground, as if crying, and murmured, "I'm sorry."
The little emperor seemed to have seen something rare. He was somewhat excited by this drama of betrayal and being betrayed.
But in the final analysis, no matter how these two people try to shirk their responsibilities, they cannot escape death.
Just as the young emperor was about to issue an order, he heard the imperial teacher behind him say, "It's better not to see blood on your birthday. Lock these people up first and let me deal with them."
The little emperor was bloodthirsty by nature and was obviously unhappy: "But..."
But out of respect for the imperial master, the little emperor did not say the second half of the sentence. Like an obedient cat, he temporarily left with the imperial master.
The rest were soon thrown into cells.
Everyone sat against the wall in a disheveled state, and no one spoke.
In the dim cell, the sound of Jiang Lexin sobbing could be heard from time to time.
He still couldn't believe that Jiang Ying would sacrifice him. After all, in his mind, Jiang Ying was still the senior brother who had spoiled him since childhood and always stood in front of him when he encountered danger.
But now, his senior brother actually betrayed him.
Seeing Jiang Lexin crying non-stop, Cat Man A couldn't help but comfort him: "Okay, stop crying, it's just being betrayed, the worst that can happen is that you won't recognize this brother in the future."
Jiang Lexin cried so hard that snot bubbles appeared on her nose.
"You don't understand. I'm not crying because I'm sad about being betrayed. I know what kind of person my senior brother is. He must have encountered a huge difficulty. What kind of thing could force my senior brother to be like this, even willing to sacrifice me? How sad must my senior brother be when he made this decision."
Cat Man A was speechless. This guy was definitely the type who would be sold and then help others count money backwards.
Jiang Ying was not imprisoned with them, so they didn't know what the current situation was.
Bian Ling knew Shen Li's ability, and asked tentatively: "When will we escape?"
Shen Li looked like he was in a daze and just shook his head when he heard that.
"I can take you out first, but I won't leave."
"Why?" Catman A and Bian Ling blurted out.
"You want to stay alone to kill the national teacher? Brother, you are really a righteous man!" Cat Man A couldn't help but sigh.
Shen Li thought about it carefully and expressed his doubts.
"I think the Imperial Master looks very familiar. He should come to see me. I want to ask him in person why he built the bronze tripod furnace and why he killed so many people."
Catman A, who had just thought that Shen Li was righteous, suddenly felt that Shen Li’s brain must be broken.
"We are just insignificant people in this dungeon. If the assassination attempt fails, we're lucky enough that others didn't kill us on the spot. Do you still want to chat with others?"
No matter how I think about it, it seems unreliable.
So Cat Man A, Bian Ling, chose to retreat first, but Jiang Lexin was the most stubborn and insisted on staying because his senior brother was also here.
Shen Li used his shadow to create chaos and successfully sent the two men out.
He closed his eyes, wanting to have a good sleep and continue his previous sweet dream, but unfortunately he did not succeed.
It was already night when I saw the little emperor again.
Apparently, the whole day's celebration did not satisfy the little emperor, so he thought of the rebels who wanted to assassinate him during the day.
Although the national teacher repeatedly warned him not to touch those people.
But if it's just a few cuts and no life is lost, it should be fine.
After all, the national teacher has always indulged him.
But when he actually saw Shen Li, even he was surprised.
Is this a prison cell?
The living conditions here are so good.
The straw mat was replaced with a soft cushion, and after nightfall, a candle was lit on the small table, making the place warm and cozy.
Things like candles are generally strictly forbidden to fall into the hands of prisoners. What if someone with bad intentions sets the whole place on fire?
Now, there are not only candles on the table, but also several plates of exquisite dishes, both meat and vegetarian, and clean water.
How can this be a prisoner's life?
The little emperor came with bad intentions. He blew out the candles and overturned the table.
"Are you here to enjoy yourself?"
The little emperor pulled out a dagger inlaid with various gems, approached Chen Li, and lifted Chen Li's chin with the cold sharp blade.
"Who are you? Do you know the Imperial Master?"
Jiang Lexin, who was standing by, saw the little emperor and huddled in a corner like a quail, not daring to speak.
Only Chen Li remained calm and composed with his eyes closed while meditating.
You actually ignored him?
How could the proud little emperor tolerate such humiliation?
But the more that person acted like this, the more he dared not touch him.
The little emperor smiled and took a step back.
"It's a coincidence that someone escaped from prison this afternoon. He was caught even though he had already escaped outside."
"How could these people be so bold? That's why I had them tortured."
The little emperor said this while observing Shen Li's expression.
Sure enough, this guy finally opened his eyes.
"Let them go."
Chen Li didn't say much, didn't beg for mercy, didn't show any fear, and when he spoke it was in a commanding tone.
Those who don’t know would think he is the emperor.
The young emperor's authority was challenged, so he drew out a dagger on the spot and put it across Shen Li's neck.
A scratch appeared on Chen Li's neck, and blood flowed on the pale skin, which was particularly eye-catching.
"Just let it go if you say so?"
This time the little emperor finally came to his senses. This man was not afraid of him and did not even kneel when he saw the emperor.
"Come here, break his legs for me. You are deceiving the emperor and defying him!"
Into the small cell, several people filed in and instantly restrained Shen Li.
"This is my world. If I tell you to kneel, you have to kneel!"
Just as Shen Li was about to resist, he heard the little emperor continue, "If you dare to resist, I will kill all your accomplices!"
Chen Li was dragged to his feet by people on both sides. Someone swung a stick and was about to attack, but was frightened by the sudden entry of the Imperial Master and dared not to move.
"stop!"
The little emperor then realized something and quickly waved his hands, telling his men to get out of here first.
He put on an aggrieved expression and hugged the imperial teacher's waist.
The Imperial Master's face was gloomy. "Didn't I tell you not to touch him?"
The little emperor lost all his arrogance and domineering attitude. "I didn't touch him. He was the first to speak rudely and even said bad words to me..."
The little emperor was the first to complain, thinking that he was just being coquettish and the imperial teacher would let him off as he had done before.
But this time, before he could finish his sentence, his breath stopped.
The little emperor looked at him in disbelief as the imperial teacher tightly grasped his neck, closing his five fingers and gradually increasing the strength.
He couldn't believe that the person in front of him was really the imperial teacher who obeyed him in everything.
And at this moment, the national teacher really wanted him to die.
The little emperor's face turned red, and he struggled, kicking and scratching, almost squeezing out those words from his throat.
"I was wrong......"
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