The news of Li Ke’s assassination in Jingzhou, although the Imperial Court has not publicly admitted it, has spread throughout the entire countryside of the Imperial Court.

The world was shocked, and the nine continents thundered.

When Li Shimin heard the news of the sudden outbreak of illness, he was sealed off tightly. Even a few imperial physicians who came to treat the illness were not allowed to leave the Emperor’s palace under Baiji’s tight control. Eldest Sun Wuji boldly arranged for Fang Xuanling to “steal” the emperor’s private seal together and issued an order telling the officials that the emperor would be fasting quietly to pay respects to the emperor when the emperor’s sacrifice day was approaching, so he crippled the dynasty for several days. Fang Xuanling and Changsun Wuji would work together with the other prime ministers of the Pavilion Division to deal with matters of great and small importance in the court. They would also use the Pavilion Division’s Zhu Pi to execute orders on behalf of the emperor and use them to commemorate the memorials of the various parties.

This was a typical method of covering one’s ears and stealing bells. Everyone knew that if it weren’t for the extreme urgency and special circumstances, they wouldn’t have used the Pavilion Division’s Zhu Pi to handle the memorial. There were only two possibilities. One was that the emperor was far away from the capital and handed over the government to the prime minister; Second … the emperor suddenly fell ill and even died!

Everyone in the government and the public was instantly panicked. At this moment, King Wu Li Ke’s assassination shocked the government and the public. Changsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling decided to send the assistant minister of Zhongshu Sect to Jingzhou together with Chu Suiliang, the third-grade deputy prime minister of the Pavilion Department, to deal with the case.

Li Tai, a sensitive figure who should have been at the forefront of the controversy, had been ill for a long time before the Li Ke case.

At this moment, all the officials were cursing and speculating endlessly.

Seeing that the situation was getting more and more chaotic, there were rumors that Qin Mubai of Kansai supported his troops in the Western Regions and ruled over the separatist regime!

This rumor was like pouring a ladle of cold water into a pot of boiling oil!

From this moment onwards, the clouds and winds in the Great Tang Empire were in turmoil, lightning and thunder!

…

Late at night, Eldest Sun Wuji, whose head was as big as a battle, was so confused that it was hard for him to fall asleep. He stood up in his clothes and sat alone with the lamp in his hand.

Ask yourself, Eldest Sun Wuji knew that his desire for power was strong and his selfishness was not light. However, no matter how they fought and planned, the bottom line was that they could not destroy the great rivers and mountains of the Great Tang, let alone harm His Majesty the Emperor.

“If that’s the case, I, Eldest Sun Wuji, would rather shatter myself!” As he punched the table, Eldest Sun Wuji howled helplessly and indignantly, “But now! … Is this good?!”

–Kacha!

A bolt of lightning pierced through the night sky.

Eldest Sun Wuji’s heart grew more and more anxious. He stood up and paced back and forth. Looking at himself in the mirror, he was suddenly shocked. “Strange! At this time, other than me, Eldest Sun Wuji, there should be another person who can’t sit still! But he’s calmer than anyone else. He hasn’t shown his face yet!”

“Could it be that … the Jingzhou case was committed by him?!” Eldest Sun Wuji’s heart tightened. He thought for a moment, then shook his head and said to himself, “Impossible. Although Old Fourth’s face is sinister and ruthless, he probably doesn’t have the courage to send people to assassinate him. Moreover, he is mostly a civil servant. He is good at chanting poems, killing people and stealing goods, no …”

“On the contrary-what if he really did it?!” “Does that mean that even I have always looked down on him and underestimated him?”

A trace of coldness suddenly appeared in Eldest Sun Wuji’s heart, and then it turned into waves of fear. He couldn’t help but think about the worst-if it was the Fourth Wei King who did it, then this brat’s ambition and methods had already surpassed his eldest Sun Wuji’s imagination. In other words, this simple and honest-looking fatty with a dark belly and a little bit of intelligence was actually as malicious as a snake scorpion!

Was such a character something that his eldest grandson, Wuji, could control?

…

“Kachacha!”

Thunder swept across the ground, and lightning pierced through the sky!

“Someone, prepare the car!”

“En Xiang, where are you going so late at night?”

“Don’t talk too much. Prepare a car and go!”

A moment later, a green carriage drove out from the back door of Situ Manor and headed straight for the Wei Manor.

King Wei, Li Tai, was indeed still awake, as if he was intentionally waiting for Eldest Sun Wuji. Just as he welcomed him into the secret room, he knelt on the ground and cried, “Uncle, save me, save me!”

Eldest Sun Wuji looked down at him coldly, “Didn’t you get sick? I looked at you, and you were very energetic!”

“Uncle, why did you say that? Tai, it’s true that you were deeply affected by the cold and almost died of illness. Just now, you were able to walk down the ground, and you heard that you moved towards the middle of the wind and clouds. You almost lost half of your life in shock!” Li Tai cried.

“What are you scared of?” Changsun Wuji asked.

“Why is uncle so indifferent?” Li Taizuo looked up at Changsun Wuji in astonishment. “Everyone thinks that my third brother was assassinated! Tai, even if you jump into the Yellow River, you won’t be able to wash your hands! Uncle, do you know … how Father Emperor thinks about it and what his plans are?”

“Then, did you do it?”

“No!” Li Tai’s entire body trembled and his fat flesh trembled as if he had been struck by lightning. He opened his eyes wide and shouted, “The heavens and earth can be used as a mirror. It was definitely not Li Tai’s doing!”

“Since you didn’t do it, what are you panicking about?” Eldest Sun Wuji snorted coldly, “Don’t be guilty and don’t be afraid of ghosts knocking on the door. There will always be times when things come to light. Why are you so scared for no reason?”

“Everyone’s mouth is glittering with gold, destroying everything, Lord Uncle!” Li Tai cried loudly, “Even Uncle, aren’t you … suspecting that it was Tai? Otherwise, why are you visiting late at night?”

“…” Changsun Wuji was speechless for a moment. Judging from Li Tai’s situation, he didn’t seem to be the murderer. Therefore, he relaxed a little and let out a sigh of relief. “It’s not good. You should get up first. We’ll discuss our livelihood.”

“Yes, yes! Thank you, uncle!” Li Tai was grateful and struggled to get up with his knees propped up. He then helped Eldest Sun Wuji sit down with Yin Qing. He stood by the side with his hands lowered and became his nephew’s servant.

“Tell me, what are you thinking now?” Eldest Sun Wuji didn’t want to go in circles anymore and directly asked.

“I” Li Tai hesitated for a moment and carefully said, “I just want to know how Father Emperor treats this matter. Also, the rumors that Father Emperor has suddenly fallen ill are there … this matter?”

“Nothing.” “As for the Emperor’s thoughts, I can’t guess. But I’m sure that His Majesty will be extremely shocked and furious. If the murderer is found, he will definitely be torn into pieces and his bones will be burnt to ashes!” Zhang Sun Wuji said resolutely.

Li Tai was stunned. He cursed at Eldest Sun Wuji and said, “I didn’t do it!”

“Are you not confessing?” Changsun Wuji scolded angrily.

“No, it’s not” Li Tai smiled awkwardly. “Suddenly, Tai’s heart is also in a state of chaos.”

“Hmph” Changsun Wuji snorted and then whispered, “The Imperial Court has sent Chu Suiliang to Jingzhou to investigate this case!”

“Oh!” Li Tai nodded his head repeatedly, “Right, if we want to investigate, we must find out the truth! Those thieves are truly bold, even the royal family dares to attack!”

Eldest Sun Wuji carefully observed Li Tai’s every move and expression, but he did not discover any flaws. After thinking for a moment, he said, “Do you have anything to say to me? If not, the night is already dark, and I bid farewell.”

Li Tai hesitated for a moment before replying, “Uh … Uncle, this …”

“Speak!” Changsun Wuji shouted helplessly.

“Thai heard that the Imperial Court has already activated the Pavilion Division’s Zhu Pi. May I ask your Excellency Uncle if this is the case?” Li Tai finally asked.

Eldest Sun Wuji narrowed his eyes and flashed. Then, he flashed and nodded his head quietly. “You are well-informed in the hospital. That’s right, there is something going on.”

“Then Tai wants to ask … who is supervising the country now? Is it my ninth brother, King Jin?” Li Tai asked.

“No.” “His Majesty is still here,” said Eldest Sun Wuji casually. “He is only fasting for a moment. Why should the prince supervise the country?”

“Isn’t that right, uncle?” Li Tai grinned and smiled harmlessly. “If it weren’t for the extreme urgency and special circumstances, the Imperial Court wouldn’t have activated the Pavilion Division’s Zhu Pi. Unless … my Imperial Father really fell ill, or … something else happened.”

“Pa!” With a resounding sound, Eldest Sun Wuji slapped the table and pointed at Li Tai, “Li Tai, what is your motive?!”

Li Tai was so frightened that he knelt on the ground, “Uncle, please calm down. What’s wrong with Tai?”

“You unfaithful and unfilial person, don’t you know what’s wrong?” Eldest Sun Wuji angrily scolded, “Since you guessed that your father was seriously ill, you should be worried, sad, and anxious. Looking at your current situation, you are filled with satisfaction and joy!-Tell me, what are your intentions?!”

“Uh! This … this!” Li Tai was speechless for a moment. Beads of sweat rolled down his forehead, and he could only mutter, “Why is Uncle so excited? Tai just wanted to ask clearly. Tai naturally worries about his father’s safety. Tai would rather lose his life and die than let his father suffer any illness!”

“Hmph” Eldest Sun Wuji smiled coldly and scolded in his heart, “You fatty, you actually dare to play tricks in front of me?” It seems that if I don’t bluff you a few times, you won’t reveal your fox tail!

“I repeat, His Majesty is not sick. Believe it or not, there is no need for you to worry about the choice of the imperial prince. This is not something you should consider, understand?”

“Yes! … Tai, it’s not an exaggeration.” Li Tai lowered his head and said honestly.

“Then I’m leaving. You can do it yourself.” After saying that, Changsun Wuji lifted his foot and left.

This time, Li Tai was really anxious. He knelt on both knees and hurriedly walked a few places before hugging Eldest Sun Wuji’s legs. “Uncle, you’re so ruthless!”

“What are you doing?!” Eldest Sun Wuji said angrily.

“Uncle, don’t hide it from me. I already know!” Li Tai finally told the truth, “Third Brother was assassinated, Father Emperor was seriously ill, and there was no one in the court. That’s why the Pavilion Department Zhu Pi was activated urgently! Originally, when he heard this news, Tai’s heart was filled with bitter hatred for not being able to suffer on behalf of his father and brother, but even more so, he didn’t wish for Li Tang’s country to fall into chaos and collapse at this moment!”

“Brat, you’re lying!” Eldest Sun Wuji sighed and shook his head. “You still haven’t told the truth?”

Li Tai’s entire body trembled and he kowtowed on the ground. “Uncle, I beg you to fulfill your wish. Let the director of the Taijian Kingdom worry about Father Emperor!”

Eldest Sun Wuji sneered in his heart, “Look, the tail of a fox is finally revealed!” I think that your fourth brother is truly devoid of desires and desires, devoted to filial piety! In the end, it was still the kind-hearted and ruthless Fourth Brother, who could easily change his nature!

“I can’t make the decision on this matter. Otherwise, there’s no need to delay until today.” Eldest Sun Wuji said indifferently, “After His Majesty the Emperor, Kang Yu, you will have your own decision.”

“Such a country without a monarch, wouldn’t it make the entire government and the public feel uneasy?” Li Tai insisted, “Tai is not thinking too much. He just wants to stand up in this critical moment and serve his father. Is this also wrong?”

“Nothing wrong.” “However, this matter is very important. It is indeed not something I can decide by myself,” Zhang Sun Wuji said indifferently.

Li Tai was completely stunned. He raised his head to look at Eldest Sun Wuji and said word by word, “Uncle, have you forgotten about the alliance of the past?”

“What do you mean?” Eldest Sun Wuji glared at Li Tai in displeasure, “Are you trying to threaten me?”

“Tai has absolutely no such intention, let alone the courage to do so.” Li Tai said, “Uncle, why don’t we open the skylight and talk!” It was true that the assassination of Third Brother and the illness of Father Emperor was a great misfortune under the heavens, and Tai was even more saddened in his heart. However, the overall situation was still paramount, so how could the Imperial Court be left without a master for a day? Why not let Thailand temporarily supervise the country for a few days? Think of it as an experience. “In the future, if Father Emperor Kang recovers, or if there is another decree, then Thailand will not occupy the position of imperial guardian, or return to Father Emperor, or give way to another brother designated by Father Emperor, all of them will be fine!”

Eldest Sun Wuji sneered and didn’t say anything. He thought to himself, “Do you think that I’m such an easy trick to trick when I’m three years old?” This very special period of time has allowed you to supervise the country and govern. Without a doubt, it has created an established fact that you are already the unparalleled candidate for the position of the Eastern Palace Master. It is even more significant than the time when King Jin supervised the country! What’s more, King Jin didn’t try his best to alienate the Emperor and give up. The life and death of King Wu is uncertain, and you are the only one left on either side qualified to enter the Eastern Palace … Li Tai, Li Tai, you are just too dishonest, your mental skills are too bad! If I let you gain momentum today, I don’t know if you can let me go in the future. Otherwise, my palms and the back of my hands are full of meat. Uncle, what’s the harm in letting you have a fight?

“There’s no need to mention this matter.” After pondering for a while, Eldest Sun Wuji said impatiently, “Your Majesty is still here. Why are you crying for a temporary prison seat? Everything is up to Your Majesty. It’s useless for you to look for me!”

“In that case … Tai, you don’t dare to say anything else.” Li Tai bowed to the ground and said, “I respectfully bid farewell to Uncle!”

“In times of emergency, you have to be cautious and behave yourself.” Eldest Sun Wuji left this sentence without saying anything else. He lifted his foot and left the Wei Palace, taking a car to return home.

Along the way, Eldest Sun Wuji pondered for a while and thought to himself, “Looking at the situation just now, Li Tai is completely focused on the position of ‘Country Supervisor’. He is not very worried that he will be recognized as a killer.” In that case, it was unlikely that he would be the mastermind behind the scenes in Jingzhou. So, who would it be?

“This matter is really strange! Could it be that there is another force secretly operating the Donggong Li Chu?” Thinking of this, Changsun Wuji couldn’t help but be shocked, “Who would that be? Who else would have such ambition and ability in the government and the public?”