Chapter 221 People have cleared it up themselves
For a moment, the news spread out of the capital like a flying bird, as if it had wings, and flew to all parts of Dongxi.
The flags of King Jian’s army fluttered loudly, the military might shook all around, and the momentum was so great that it was frightening.
The common people had not experienced war for more than ten years, and when they suddenly had to go to war, they were frightened and silent.
People were in panic and closed their doors, not daring to go out.
But even if he stayed indoors, he still heard the news from the capital. Was the regent really dismissed?
Does that mean King Jian doesn't need to purge his court?
Can the war be stopped?
There is no one who is not afraid of war.
Once the war breaks out, it will definitely be the common people like them who suffer.
By then, people will be displaced and their livelihood will be miserable!
Of course, there were also people who stood up for the Regent.
However, this news cannot reach the capital for the time being.
Prince Jian was discussing matters with Yun Yizi in the tent north of Hongzhou.
After receiving the news, he took the imperial edict brought back by the spies from the nearest county town and was so angry that he chopped the tent into pieces.
"hateful!"
"Chi Ming, Chi Yao, you all deserve to die!"
Then he yelled at Yun Yizhi who was drinking tea:
"Yun Yizhi, you said that we are the army of justice under the banner of clearing out the imperial court, but in the end, they cleared out the imperial court themselves, what should we do?"
He was so angry that he almost got internal injuries. Chi Ming was so cunning that he actually refused to be the regent.
How can they purge the emperor's side?
Can this banner still be used?
He was a little hesitant before the rebellion, but Yun Yizi persuaded him.
But now his confidence has faded by half.
Yun Yizi put down the teacup, covered his arm which was in great pain from the bumpy ride, and said with half belief and half doubt:
"Chi Ming is really willing to give up the position of regent?"
"The spies in the capital saw Chi Ming enter the prison with their own eyes, how could it be false?"
"It's definitely a smokescreen."
"What's the point of knowing that it's a sleight of hand? The people of the world don't know. They only know that the fifth prince was appointed as the crown prince and the regent was thrown into prison. If we clear the emperor's side, we will be condemned by the world!"
Prince Jian sat on the ground in a somewhat decadent manner, gritting his teeth.
Yun Yizi was also a little confused. He still had to plot a rebellion, but he could no longer use the banner of clearing the court of corrupt officials.
"Spread the news that the emperor is incompetent and has caused the government to collapse, treacherous officials to take power, and loyal people to be wronged. Moreover, strange phenomena and disasters are happening frequently. These are all warnings from heaven, who is dissatisfied with the royal family's misconduct.
You, King Jian, are a member of the royal family, receive a salary from the state, and are blessed by your ancestors. How can you just watch the people suffer and the country fall into ruin and do nothing?
Today, we follow the will of heaven and raise an army of justice. We swear to restore order, restore order to the world, bring peace and prosperity to the people of the world, and protect our ancestral country forever. We look forward to heroes from all directions to join us in this righteous cause! ”
Prince Jian was stunned by Yun Yizi's words. After thinking about it carefully, he decided that this was indeed the correct answer.
The emperor was indeed not interested in state affairs and left all matters to Chi Ming.
The government collapsed. This phrase is well used.
"Prince Jian, it doesn't matter what title you have now. As long as you succeed and ascend to a high position, you will have the final say on what will be written in the history books."
Prince Jian agreed with him and said, "Taifu Yun, rest assured. When I succeed, I will definitely make you a king and share the world with you."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness."
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After receiving the imperial edict, the fifth prince felt so miserable that his face wrinkled like a bitter gourd.
He knew in his heart that he was not his father's biological son and could never be the crown prince.
The emperor's uncle sent him a letter, and he understood that this was a temporary measure of his uncle and he was just using him as a shield.
But even so, he wanted to collapse on the spot.
Now, he had to go to court every day to handle government affairs. When he thought of those ministers who talked a lot of nonsense and the memorials that were longer than an old lady's foot binding, he got a splitting headache.
He was originally a military general, a military general!
What evil things must he have done in his previous life that he has to suffer like this in this life.
"Could it be that I lacked great virtue in my previous life?"
Given his style as a military general, could it be that he had massacred a city in his previous life?
Oh God, please send someone to take him away?
He doesn't want to go to court.
But even though he was extremely reluctant, in order to cooperate with his uncle, he had no choice but to accept everyone's congratulations and suffer on the throne of the crown prince.
At this moment, he regretted it so much that he even thought that it would be better for him to find an opportunity to escape on the way to the capital. That way, he could be free and at ease, instead of being trapped here and suffering like now.
"well..."
On the other hand, the third prince had previously believed that with the careful planning of his grandfather and the noble status of his mother in the palace, the position of crown prince would belong to him.
On the one hand, his father revealed the news to him and asked him to prepare to enter the court and participate in politics.
On the one hand, he targeted the Yun family, and on the other hand, he banished his mother to the cold palace. He always thought that his father did this because he was afraid of the monopoly of power by foreign relatives.
However, his father's imperial edict was like a heavy hammer, completely shattering his beautiful dream.
Now, he understood it all.
The emperor kept him stable so that he could get rid of the Yun family and make it impossible for him to make a comeback.
My father has such a cruel heart!
They are all sons, why is he so partial to the fifth one!
He hates it so much!
He smashed things up in the study, then calmed down.
He knew that he and Chi Zhuorui had always had a bad relationship. If he continued to stay in the capital, death would be the only thing waiting for him.
In desperation, he decided to escape from the capital and look for a chance to survive.
With his own strength alone, without soldiers or power, he could not start a rebellion. His only hope was to surrender to King Jian.
After the plan is accomplished, he will try to get rid of King Jian and ascend the throne himself.
He is the third prince and has every right to ascend the throne.
Having made up his mind, he quietly prepared to leave the city.
When Chi Ming learned the news, he was leisurely drinking tea in his room on Bai Qinghuan's villa.
Bai Qinghuan looked speechlessly at the man who should have been in the Sky Prison.
"You are not in a hurry at all."
Fortunately, she was anxious for a while when she heard that he was thrown into the Sky Prison.
As a result, he appeared in her room fifteen minutes later.
Is this the prison of heaven?
Chi Ming put down the teacup and savored the lingering fragrance in his mouth: "This Qiongshan Silver Needle is indeed more fragrant than the tribute."
"Qing Huan, your cooking skills are really good."
Then he turned around and ordered calmly: "Shufeng, let him go."
Since he is seeking death himself, he can't blame others.
Moreover, the fact that Chi Zhuoxu is not the biological son of the emperor must not be leaked. The royal family must not lose face.
I just need a legitimate reason to get rid of him.
This escape was exactly what he wanted.
Bai Qinghuan also understood what he meant instantly:
"Are you going to destroy him openly?"
"clever!"
Qinghuan is so smart, and she and he really have a tacit understanding.
"So what are you going to do next?"
I can't stay at her farm forever, can I?
Rebellion is imminent.
"Why rush? What's coming will eventually come."
His mentality was so stable that Bai Qinghuan admired him so much that he couldn't help but give him a thumbs up:
"As expected of you, you are the Regent."
"Wrong, I am no longer the regent."
Bai Qinghuan is very confident in his scheming. If this man doesn't become the regent, he must be planning something big.
I wonder if Prince Jian was furious when he heard the news!
Then he asked with a smile:
"Then how should I address you, sir?"
There was a gleam of mischief in Chi Ming's eyes, and he hooked his finger at her.
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