Chapter 487: Disguised House Arrest

Zhao Ying was assassinated, this matter naturally could not be concealed.

In the past few days, the news had spread in the capital.

Although Emperor Zhao lived in the palace, he also received the news. When he learned the news, he was furious.

Zhao Ying was his most valued daughter. She was assassinated, and Emperor Zhao naturally could not sit idly by.

The first person he suspected was Zhao Jing.

In this world, if there is a person who has the deepest conflict with Ying'er, it is Jing'er.

It can even be said that the conflict between the two was created by him.

Many years ago, he had anticipated the current situation. On the one hand, he established Zhao Jing as the prince, and on the other hand, he continued to hand over the power of Dazhao to Zhao Ying.

Zhao Ying held the Qintiansi in her hand, and relying on the power he gave her, she successfully gained a foothold in the court and the world.

Even, her power and prestige overshadowed Zhao Jing.

This is naturally what Zhao Jing did not want to see, and he would certainly not sit idly by.

Over the years, the two have been fighting openly and secretly, and Emperor Zhao has seen it all.

All of this is what he is happy to see.

He has long seen that Jing'er is ambitious. If no one restrains him, I am afraid that the party struggle in the court will become more serious in a short time.

Therefore, Zhao Ying is the best candidate for Emperor Zhao.

She is not only smart and witty, but also has extraordinary talents in martial arts. She is very suitable for the candidate in Emperor Zhao's mind.

Of course, more importantly, she is a woman.

Therefore, no matter how powerful she is, it still cannot affect Emperor Zhao's ultimate goal and layout.

However, all this is based on a premise.

He can let Zhao Ying and Zhao Jing fight each other, but no one can die. No matter Zhao Ying or Zhao Jing, nothing can happen.

This time, it was indeed beyond Emperor Zhao's expectations.

He did not expect that Zhao Jing would dare to kill Zhao Ying.

At this moment, Emperor Zhao stared at Zhao Jing, the prince, with cold eyes, and remained silent.

Zhao Jing knelt on the ground, weeping bitterly, swearing and explaining with a firm voice.

Emperor Zhao's cold eyes kept sweeping over him, but he still didn't speak.

In the world, there was probably no one else who dared to assassinate his eldest princess, Princess Da Zhao, so ostentatiously.

Royal slaughter, this was what he could not tolerate the most.

However, staring at Zhao Jing's face of being wronged, Emperor Zhao's heart was shaken again.

It must be said that Zhao Jing's acting skills were really good!

Over the years, he has always been very low-key.

Zhao Ying controlled the Imperial Astronomical Bureau, and his reputation spread throughout the world, completely overshadowing his prince.

But Zhao Jing seemed to have no complaints at all. Over the years, whether openly or privately, he almost never expressed any opinions.

In the eyes of Emperor Zhao, his son was much more honest than he thought. Although there were still some small actions in private, they were harmless.

Moreover, Zhao Jing has a kind and approachable personality. Over the years, every move of the Prince's Mansion has been under the eyes of Emperor Zhao.

In the eyes of Emperor Zhao, Zhao Jing does not seem to be someone who would do such a thing as killing his sister.

Therefore, at this moment, with Zhao Jing's superb acting skills, the Emperor Zhao in front of him did hesitate.

"Is it really not you who did it?"

Emperor Zhao's eyes were still fixed on Zhao Jing. Although he was still suspicious, he was obviously not so determined.

"If it was my son, I am willing to be struck by lightning and die a miserable death!"

In order to clear himself of suspicion, Zhao Jing even swore an oath.

At this moment, his face was completely like a victim who was wronged and could not cry out for injustice.

At the same time, his eyes were firm, and he gritted his teeth: "I don't know who dared to hurt my sister, but my sister and I have the same blood after all. I will definitely find a way to rescue my sister, find out the person behind it, and give justice to my sister and myself!"

"Please help me, father!"

"..."

In terms of acting, if Li Beifeng was present, he would have to sigh.

Zhao Jing's acting skills were even inferior to his.

He underestimated Zhao Jing after all!

As the prince of Dazhao, he was suppressed by a princess for many years. He could endure for so many years, and it was obvious that his inner determination was extraordinary.

His acting skills had reached the point of perfection.

Even the Emperor Zhao in front of him was deceived by him at this moment, and his heart was shaken.

Was it really not him?

Emperor Zhao stared at Zhao Jing, and a bit of suspicion appeared on his face.

In his heart, he naturally didn't want all this to be done by Zhao Jing. Ying'er controls the Imperial Astronomy Department, suppressing the court officials internally, so that those officials who are ready to make a move dare not act rashly. Externally, the Imperial Astronomy Department suppresses the Jianghu, which was originally about to rise.

If something happens to her, the court may not be peaceful.

For Emperor Zhao, this is not good news.

Since he was injured many years ago, he was left with a hidden disease. Over the years, his body has become weaker and weaker. Therefore, he is no longer sad about the affairs of the court, and concentrates on practicing to recuperate and live longer.

At the same time, if it was really done by Zhao Jing, it means that his son may have evil thoughts in his heart.

At this moment, seeing his most valued son swearing so solemnly, he was indeed shaken a little.

But if it was not him, who did it?

Who could break into his Great Zhao Mausoleum and assassinate Ying'er?

There are countless masters guarding the Great Zhao Mausoleum. In addition to Zhao Jing, who else can have such means?

The people he sent out have not found many useful clues so far.

Zhao Jing lowered his head, his back was already wet, and he didn't even dare to breathe.

He knew that this was the most dangerous time for him. His life depended on his father's thoughts.

He had to pass this level. As long as he passed this level, there would be no more obstacles in front of him.

Right now, he had to dispel his father's suspicion, even if it was only for a while. Delaying for a while would be hope for him.

Noticing that his father was hesitating and doubting at this moment, Zhao Jing knew that he had to take a ruthless approach!

"Father, I think I probably know who assassinated my sister..."

Emperor Zhao's cold eyes fell on him: "Who?"

"I wonder if your father still remembers someone!"

Zhao Jing slowly raised his head and looked into Emperor Zhao's eyes.

Those were a pair of eyes that could not be described in words, calm, cold, and angry without being powerful!

Obviously very ordinary, but it gave Zhao Jing a sense of oppression that made him feel suffocated.

Even though Emperor Zhao had ignored state affairs for many years, even though he seemed to have lost his former charm.

But he was still the emperor of Dazhao. He was not the best in Dazhao for hundreds of years, but he was definitely a ruthless ruler of the revival.

Decades ago, since he ascended the throne, he used iron-blooded tactics to clean up the entire court, clearing the originally dark and corrupt court, and then vigorously developed the domestic economy and suppressed the wealthy families.

Later, he commanded the Dazhao Iron Cavalry to destroy the Northern Qi...

Such achievements, not to mention the greatest emperor in history, are definitely an excellent monarch of a generation.

Zhao Jing felt a chill in his heart, and he forced himself to calm down and said a name.

"Li Wushuang!"

The moment this name appeared, the expression on Emperor Zhao's face changed.

On his originally cold face, there seemed to be a hint of unspeakable surprise and a deeply hidden fear.

The fact that this monarch of Dazhao, who is now the world, showed such an expression was enough to show the shock of this name to him.

"Who are you talking about?!"

Emperor Zhao stared at Zhao Jing.

"Li Wushuang!"

Zhao Jing spoke again, "Just two days ago, I got information that Li Wushuang, the former great master of Northern Qi, appeared near the capital..."

Emperor Zhao's face changed again, his eyes were uncertain.

Li Wushuang!

This is a name he hasn't heard for a long time.

Familiar yet strange!

When he heard this name, some long-forgotten memories seemed to slowly float up in his mind.

That was a humiliating history!

For Emperor Zhao and the entire Zhao court, it was a humiliating memory!

That year, he was full of vigor and commanded the Zhao cavalry to rush into the capital of Northern Qi, destroyed Northern Qi, and completely incorporated Northern Qi into the Zhao territory.

This Zhao emperor was young and vigorous, and it was the most glorious and proud time.

The Northern Qi great master Li Wushuang broke into his Zhao palace unexpectedly.

With only one person and one sword, she rushed into the palace unstoppably.

The best masters in his entire palace almost came out in full force, but still couldn't stop her.

She was like a god descending from heaven, killing anyone who stood in her way, and killing Buddhas who stood in her way.

In his huge palace of Dazhao, there were countless top masters in the world, but still couldn't stop Li Wushuang's footsteps.

Li Wushuang rushed into the deep palace and almost took his life!

The hidden disease in his body was left behind by that injury. For Emperor Zhao, this was his most humiliating memory history.

This was also the only person in his life who could move him and terrify him.

Even though so many years have passed, he still remembers what happened back then.

At this moment, when he heard the news that Li Wushuang appeared again, his face darkened.

"Where is she?"

"I don't know!"

At this moment, Zhao Jing, who noticed his father's face, finally knew that his plan worked.

He said, "However, I have discovered something... Li Wushuang is an old minister of Northern Qi. She seems to have wanted to restore Northern Qi all these years!"

"She appeared near the capital this time. I'm afraid she has a big intention. My sister was assassinated. I think it's probably related to her..."

It has to be said that Zhao Jing's trick of diverting trouble to the east was really good.

When Emperor Zhao heard that Li Wushuang appeared, his face became solemn.

He had to pay attention to this person.

In terms of strength, she was the only one who could enter the palace of Dazhao. Now that almost 20 years have passed, how strong is she?

It's unknown!

More importantly, she is an old minister of Northern Qi.

The land of Beizhou has been a concern for Emperor Zhao for so many years.

As an old minister of Northern Qi, Li Wushuang has a very high prestige. If she really wants to restore Northern Qi in secret, it will probably cause a lot of trouble for him in Dazhao.

Thinking of this, Emperor Zhao's face darkened.

"Someone!"

A figure appeared silently in the hall.

When Zhao Jing noticed the appearance of this person, he immediately broke out in a cold sweat.

How did this person appear?

After just a glance, Zhao Jing lowered his head.

He knew that his father was protected by a master, who came and went without a trace. No one knew his origins, and no one knew how strong he was.

After Li Wushuang defeated the Jokhang Palace, there were countless masters added to the palace over the years. My father's side was surrounded by countless experts who protected him.

Zhao Jing lowered his head.

"Go and investigate. I want to know what Li Wushuang has been doing these years. I want all the clues!"

"yes!"

This figure left quietly.

Emperor Zhao's eyes slowly fell on Zhao Jing, his eyes still cold.

"I will find out exactly how Ying'er was assassinated. I hope it's best not to be done by you!"

Facing Emperor Zhao's cold gaze, Zhao Jing's heart sank and he quickly said: "I don't dare!"

"You go down first!"

Emperor Zhao glanced at him and said coldly: "It's getting late today, so you should stay in the palace first and don't go back to the Prince's Mansion for the time being!"

Hearing this, Zhao Jing felt a chill in his heart.

He understood what his father meant. This was clearly a disguised form of house arrest.

Father is still doubting him!

This can't help but make Zhao Jing feel a little anxious!

Although he did it very neatly this time, something unexpected happened after all. My father's intelligence capabilities are very deep, if he finds out some flaws...

He is now racing against time. He must implement the plan before his father discovers the truth.

However, now his father wants to put him under house arrest and not give him a chance to leave the palace.

"What? Is there a problem?"

Emperor Zhao's faint voice came to his ears again.

Zhao Jing trembled all over: "I don't dare, I will obey my father's teachings!"

"..."

Coming out of the royal study, Zhao Jing found that his back was completely soaked and he was covered in cold sweat.

Outside the door, the dazzling sun shone in front of the main hall, and the weather was slightly hot.

But Zhao Jing's heart felt cold, and he even shuddered.

He knew that now had reached the most critical moment.

A slight mistake would be fatal.

"Your Highness, come with me!"

A eunuch appeared next to Zhao Jing: "Your Majesty asked me to take you to rest."

Zhao Jing slowly came back to his senses, glanced at him, and said calmly: "Lead the way!"

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Beijing.

As night fell, Li Beifeng's figure appeared quietly outside the gate of the Prince's Mansion.

It was obviously not too late, but it was dark inside the Prince's Mansion. Moreover, Li Beifeng was keenly aware that the guards inside and outside the Prince's Mansion were obviously much tighter.

What happened?

Li Beifeng frowned slightly.

After learning the news about Xie Waner from He Jing, Li Beifeng rushed to the capital without stopping, trying to find a way to rescue her.

Seeing the Prince's Mansion so tightly guarded before my eyes, it might not be easy to sneak in.

It is not easy to find Xie Wan'er.

After lingering outside the door for a long time, Li Beifeng turned around to leave and find another way.

Not far away, a figure appeared in his sight.

A pretty woman in a simple and elegant skirt and long gown stood in a street alley not far away. He was leaning slightly against the edge of the wall, tilting his head slightly and turning away from him.

Her eyes are clear, her facial features are delicate and beautiful, and her whole body has a pure yet slightly mature beauty.

At this moment, this look was slightly meaningful, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised.

"Sure enough, I knew you would come here!"

"..."

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