"Tell me exactly which tunnels they are."
Now Jing Zhao finally showed a panicked expression. The tunnel was Jing Zhao's last lifeline. Once Gu Lin found out about it, he would have no chance of winning.
To put it simply, the reason he was able to trip up Gu Lin so many times before was because Gu Lin was unaware of the existence of the secret passage.
But now, charcoal has been placed in the secret passage.
The subordinate quickly pointed out the location of the charcoal fire to Jing Zhao, who fell completely silent. "Gu Lin must have discovered the existence of the secret passage."
In particular, Gu Lin identified several locations in the outskirts of Beijing.
"The operation is canceled. Everyone, remain still." The veins on Jing Zhao's forehead were throbbing. At this moment, he had to be patient.
He needed to figure out exactly how well Gu Lin knew about the tunnels.
As long as the secret passages within the capital city remain undiscovered, he still has a chance.
"yes."
The subordinates present all looked worried. If the tunnel was discovered, they would be in a bind. How could they fight against Gu Lin then?
"If Perrin were still here, things would be much easier."
Jing Zhao spoke insincerely, but in reality, the people here had no sympathy for Pei Lan's cruel death, as if they didn't know Pei Lan at all.
"Your Highness is right. Miss Pei Lan always has some unique methods."
A hint of ambiguity flashed in Jing Zhao's eyes. Could it be that Gu Lin was just so lucky?
Suddenly, Jing Zhao thought of the only entrance and exit point in the capital's inner city, and he almost frantically twitched the corners of his mouth.
I'm afraid Gu Lin will never discover this place, not even in his lifetime.
......
Meanwhile, Zhuo Yi was being interrogated.
"You are not from Longyou."
The guards in front of him were all well-trained, and their eyes were fixed on Zhuo Yi. Zhuo Yi was completely certain that if he couldn't come up with a reasonable explanation in the next second, he would be beheaded.
"I am Zhuo Yi, the Prime Minister of Da Ning, and I have important matters to discuss with the head of the household."
The Pei family of Longyou was one of the prominent families.
He governed the entire Longyou region, did not belong to any country, and was renowned throughout the world for his superb medical skills, earning him the respect of various nations.
"Hold on."
Gu Lin's letter was placed on Zhuo Yi's left chest, along with Zhuo Yi's pounding heart.
Zhuo Yi arrived in Longyou at dawn and did not meet the head of the Pei family until sunset.
"Prime Minister Zhuo."
The head of the Pei family had a kind expression. If he were outside, many people would be surprised that the famous head of the Pei family was so approachable.
But Zhuo Yi's lips twitched; this person was not someone to be trifled with.
A person skilled in both medicine and poison, who almost lost his life while personally testing poisons, is someone you can't afford to mess with.
It's likely that all the poisons circulating in the market now originated from the Pei family.
"Master, how have you been? You look much better." Zhuo Yi had some dealings with the Pei family when he was young, so the head of the Pei family made a point of setting aside time to see him as soon as he heard that he was coming.
"I have come here today to beg for forgiveness because the King has entrusted me with a letter to deliver to the head of the Pei family." Gu Lin handed the letter to the head of the Pei family, whose expression changed repeatedly after opening the envelope.
"Marquis Dingyuan of Daqing, Jiang He?"
Zhuo Yi seemed somewhat surprised by the Pei family head's expression, but immediately nodded, "Jiang He has been poisoned by a potent poison unique to the Great Ning royal family and is unconscious. It seems he only has three days left to live."
"King Pei knows that the Pei family is also quite knowledgeable about poisons, so he specially ordered me to deliver a message, hoping that the head of the family can come to their rescue."
A few breaths later, a series of hurried footsteps sounded.
"Father, Jiang He has been poisoned?"
A clear, melodious female voice rang out, and Zhuo Yi's heart trembled slightly. This must be Pei Zhi, the next heir of the Pei family.
A few years ago, the head of the Pei family was on the verge of death. The Pei family fought to the death for the position of head of the family. Only this youngest daughter went to great lengths to find a miraculous medicine for the head of the Pei family.
After recovering, the head of the Pei family drove away his other children, leaving only Pei Zhi behind.
Furthermore, it was announced that Pei Zhi would be the next head of the Pei family.
"Zhi'er." Upon seeing Pei Zhi arrive, the head of the Pei family immediately stood up. "It's Jiang He, but I'm afraid there won't be enough time, and we may not be able to cure that poison."
"Father, you must save him."
Pei Zhi lifted her robe and knelt down. "Father, please allow me to depart immediately. No matter what, I will repay this kindness."
The head of the Pei family paused for a moment, then personally helped Pei Zhi up.
“Good child, I know you are a child who always repays kindness, but I will accept this kindness with you. I will go with you.”
Upon hearing this, the head of the Pei family immediately ordered his servants to prepare the fastest horse and made arrangements for the affairs of the coming period.
Zhuo Yi seemed to be daydreaming the whole time. What was going on?
Did the Marquis of Dingyuan have done the Pei family a favor?
"This must be Prime Minister Zhuo. I've heard my father mention you before." Pei Zhi is only twelve years old now, the same age as Gu Qingyan.
"Greetings, young master."
"Just call me Azhi. Did Prime Minister Zhuo come by carriage?"
Upon hearing this, Zhuo Yi blushed slightly, "Indeed, I am not good at riding and archery."
Heaven have mercy, how could a scholar like him possibly ride a horse?
"If Prime Minister Zhuo doesn't mind, my father and I will go to Daqing first, while Prime Minister Zhuo can travel around Longyou for a few days or set off for Daning."
"Okay, okay, no problem."
Zhuo Yi quickly agreed, and then watched as the Pei father and daughter rode away on horseback.
"Amitabha, Marquis Dingyuan is saved."
Even Zhuo Yi, who had never believed in the Buddha, couldn't help but silently recite a Buddhist mantra.
As for the cause and effect, he doesn't need to know.
Considering the current situation in Daning, Zhuo Yi set off back to Daning without delay.
......
"Father, hurry!"
Pei Zhi rode very fast, and did not forget to turn back and call out to the head of the Pei family.
"Azhi, be careful not to get thrown off your horse." The head of the Pei family also tightened his grip on the horse's belly. Almost every half day, the two of them would ride two Akhal-Teke horses to death.
The scene of Jiang He bleeding without hesitation flashed before Pei Zhi's eyes. Pei Zhi gripped the reins tightly with both hands. Jiang He cannot die, at least this time, Jiang He absolutely cannot die.
Meanwhile, in Daqing, the capital, although Gu Qingyan had not made any statement, the people of the capital had spontaneously stopped setting up stalls and holding weddings.
The Marquis of Dingyuan's mansion did not hide Jiang He's illness; almost everyone knew that their beloved Marquis, who had always protected them, only had a few days left to live.
For a time, the entire capital city of Daqing was shrouded in immense sorrow, with even elderly people sitting in front of the Dingyuan Marquis's residence, leaning on their canes.
They said they'd let the King of Hell take these old guys first, and then find their lord later.
Mei Chu checked Jiang He's breathing almost a dozen times over the next few days, and each time it became weaker.
In the end, only a feather could be used to determine if there was still any breath left.
Finally, on this day, Mei Chu walked out of the house and looked at the guards on one side.
"Go to the palace and tell the Emperor to come to the Marquis of Dingyuan's residence."
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