Lord Mu didn't say anything more. "It's good that you understand. You should be more careful when you go out in the future to avoid giving anyone any leverage over you."
Although Lord Mu did not offer many reminders, Mu Chenshuang sensed something. This assassination incident was enough to prove that the problems within the court had definitely manifested in the court. Moreover, judging from Lord Mu's reaction, it was estimated that the Marquis's mansion had been implicated.
"Has Father noticed anything in the court lately?" Mu Chenshuang asked worriedly.
Lord Mu's expression hardened, and he slowly said, "Grand Tutor Wen suggested that His Majesty hand over the tiger tally of the Northwest Army and let me stay in the capital. His Majesty also intends to delegate power."
Upon hearing this, Mu Chenshuang instantly understood what was going on. The Northwest Army was the most valiant and skilled army under Lord Mu's command. This was nothing more than further dispersing his power and keeping him in the capital, which was tantamount to undermining Lord Mu's authority.
Holding the pinnacle of power, even those with past military exploits and widespread fame cannot escape the fate of being dismantled. It remains to be seen whether the emperor's recent weakening of Lord Mu's power is related to her.
After all, from the emperor's perspective, if she really followed Fu Junheng to Xiyue Kingdom in the future, controlling Lord Mu and weakening his military power would be a safe strategy.
"Grand Tutor Wen's proposal will certainly face opposition from different opinions. Father, who do you think are truly on your side?"
Lord Mu has been away from home for many years and has not participated in court struggles. Now that he has returned to the capital, he is often forced to get involved in them.
Lord Mu sighed and said, "Father, I don't want to get involved in these struggles. As long as the safety of everyone in the Marquis's mansion can be guaranteed, that's enough."
"Therefore, Father decided to hand over the Tiger Tally."
"At this point, it's not a choice that Father can make."
Once the Northwest Army Tiger Tally is handed over, the power of the Mu Marquis's Mansion will be directly weakened by about 70%. If the Mu Marquis's Mansion can survive unscathed after handing over the Tiger Tally, then handing over the Tiger Tally will not be meaningless. However, if handing over the Tiger Tally is just the beginning of suppressing the Marquis's Mansion, then the Libei Prince's Mansion is the best example.
Now that Lu Wei is the Chengtianjian's spy in the Marquis's mansion, how can she feel at ease?
Just as Mu Chenshuang was about to say something, she suddenly sensed something, her eyes sharpened, and the silver needle in her hand, imbued with murderous intent, shot straight out the door. After the silver needle pierced through the window, a muffled pain was heard.
Mu Chenshuang turned around and walked quickly towards the door. She saw a dark figure disappear on the roof. She did not chase after it because she knew perfectly well who it was.
Mu Chenshuang returned to the study and closed the door. "Father, it seems that the defenses of the Marquis's residence need to be strengthened."
It is clear that the Mu family is at the center of the current power struggle in the court, which means that the struggle revolves around the struggle for military power, which is the key to determining the military strength of a country. This is enough to show that there is already a division within the Tianzhao Kingdom.
Since the Mu family returned to the capital, the atmosphere around the mansion has become noticeably different, a fact that Lord Mu was well aware of.
Therefore, whether the tiger tally is handed over or not, both options are now in a predicament.
Lord Mu's expression was solemn.
Seeing that he did not answer, Mu Chenshuang suddenly asked, "Father, I want to know the reason why Mother passed away?"
According to the original owner's memories, her mother was assassinated and poisoned on her way back to the capital, but so far the murderer has not been found out, or who is intentionally covering it up.
Lord Mu was taken aback, clearly surprised by Mu Chenshuang's sudden question, "Why did Shuang'er suddenly think of asking about your mother?"
Mu Chenshuang replied, "I just want to know that this matter has always been an insurmountable obstacle in my daughter's heart."
Lord Mu sighed and said, "I'll talk to you about this another time. I'll find a way to resolve the matter of the Marquis's mansion and won't let you get hurt. Shuang'er, you should go back now!"
Lord Mu rested his elbows on the railing, his fingers supporting his forehead, and his face looked quite tired.
Mu Chenshuang stared intently at him. "Father looks very tired. I would like to check your pulse."
Lord Mu did not refuse, "Very well, I also want to see Shuang'er's medical skills."
Mu Chenshuang smiled and stepped forward, placing her fingers on Lord Mu's pulse. Instantly, her expression changed slightly.
"Shuang'er, have you noticed anything?"
Mu Chenshuang withdrew her hand and replied, "Father, have you been eating anything special these past few days?"
Lord Mu asked in confusion, "What do you mean by that?"
Mu Chenshuang did not hide anything, "Father has mild poisoning symptoms, but the amount is well controlled. At present, it will not have a substantial impact on your health, but over time, your body will gradually atrophy."
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