Di Renjie said: "The second thing is the ritual of offering sacrifices to heaven in Lichun more than three months later. She still uses Wu Chengsi as the second sacrifice, Wu Sansi as the final sacrifice, and Prince Li Dan stands aside." Longying's heart became heavy, it turned out that winning the battle had such terrible aftereffects. Di Renjie said in a deep voice: "If the old man's guess is correct, the Holy One will abolish Li Dan and replace him with Wu Chengsi on the same day of offering sacrifices to heaven." Longying said: "Do you have any strong objections?"

Di Renjie smiled and said: "It was unprecedentedly fierce. At that time, Zhaode risked his life and said: Emperor Gaozong is the husband of the Holy One; the heir of the emperor is the son of the Holy One; Wan Daiye, how can he take his nephew as his heir? I have never heard of a nephew who became the emperor and built a temple for his aunt. If the world is given to Wu Chengsi, not only will he lose the first emperor, but Emperor Gaozong will not eat blood. The old man has never seen Zhao De speak so bluntly." Zhaode is the minister Li Zhaode. Longying said: "How does His Majesty react?"

Di Renjie said: "The Holy Majesty fell silent, and after a while, he ordered the inner court meeting to end." Longying's headache got worse and he said, "What should we do?" Di Renjie laughed dumbly and said, "The old man was just about to ask you." Longying smiled wryly and said, "I have to think about it carefully." Di Renjie said indifferently: "The Holy Majesty is waiting for you." Long Ying said in amazement: "Wait for me?" Di Renjie said: "Long Ying, you have become the most critical person in the whole matter. If the Holy Majesty gets your support, he will immediately make a decision to exchange Wu Chengsi for Li Dan."

Long Ying stared blankly at Di Renjie, his eyes gradually focused, and finally the magic glow became stronger, he nodded and said: "Understood! I will immediately enter the palace to see the Holy Majesty, and tell her my interests from a military point of view. I hope the old man read it right. !" Di Renjie smiled and said: "The old man has never misjudged anyone, let alone you." Long Ying saluted him respectfully, rode away on his horse, and galloped to the palace with the mood of a showdown with Empress Da Zhou. Hall of Zhenguan.inner hall. Wu Zhao stopped reviewing the memorial and looked at him.The phoenix eyes are shining brightly.

After Longying saluted, the chief sat down on her right and stretched. Wu Zhao said indifferently: "Only Mr. Long can make me feel that I have not yet become the emperor." Longying laughed dumbly and said, "Is this a compliment or a derogation?" Wu Zhao said: "Are you unhappy? Tell me your dissatisfaction!" Long Ying smiled bitterly and said, "Who dares to be dissatisfied with the Holy Majesty? But one thing is really unclear. Does the Holy Majesty still want Xiaomin to kill Faming for you?" Wu Zhao said: "Let's put this matter aside for now. We'll see if Ming can make amends."

Long Ying said tit for tat: "Is it a merit or a crime to kill Wuxie?" Wu Zhao said calmly: "On the night of Wuxiong's death, Fa Ming held a three-day and three-night ritual at the Jingnian Temple to surpass the victims of the Battle of Xiashi Valley. There are many important ministers who participated in the ritual. The general can testify. The death of the concubine has nothing to do with him." A strange feeling surged in Longying's heart, and he was speechless. Wu Zhao said softly, "Have Mr. Long's considerations come to fruition?" Long Ying looked at her, and said in a deep voice: "If Wu Chengsi is to replace your own son, the world will be torn apart immediately. The Dajiang Federation will take advantage of the situation, and Zhongtu will no longer be Zhongtu as it used to be."

Wu Zhao smiled and said: "I have heard these words many times. If Mr. Long has no other ideas, let me tell you that when I was not on the throne of God, there were people who said the same thing to me, but they They have no chance to see the situation after I ascended the throne of God." Long Ying smiled and said: "This is the key point. Even if you oppose the Holy Majesty, you are still convinced of the Holy Majesty's great talent and skill in governing the country. But what virtue can Wu Chengsi do? It is absolutely impossible for me, Long Ying, to be loyal to him. Nothing is possible."

Wu Zhao was surprisingly good-tempered and patient today, and said, "So, what aspect of Dan'er can make the evil emperor willing to die for him?" Long Ying said: "Your Majesty, don't forget. I am only loyal to the Holy Gate and the Holy Majesty, not others. I don't know what kind of person the prince is. I only know that he has the blood of Li Tang, and until today. I have not yet I've heard some people say bad things about him. To abolish a prince who has made no mistakes and replace him with another with a very bad reputation will be detrimental and not beneficial to the Holy One."

Wu Zhao said: "Is there any other reason? Evil Emperor, please tell me frankly." Long Ying is familiar with her temperament, and knows that she has a comprehensive plan in mind, so he can't refute it.Fortunately, there is still a last resort.He said calmly: "On one hand, I never misjudged him, but I was out of luck. Why don't you observe him a little longer to see if Xiaomin has misjudged him?" If you can't object, you have to use the strategy of slowing down the army. Wu Zhao said angrily: "Luck is an illusory thing, not to mention that luck can't change, how does the evil emperor know that Cheng Si won't be lucky suddenly?"

Long Ying wondered, how could it be possible for Wu Zhao to be so amiable at this moment?With a bitter smile, he said, "So Xiaomin asks the Holy One to watch him for a while longer." Wu Zhao happily said, "That's a deal. How long will I have to wait?" Long Ying's scalp was numb, because he couldn't guess what the Empress was thinking.He also knew that because Wu Zhao had a well-thought-out plan, he made a plan before making a move, and he used mental calculations and unintentional calculations to force himself to an absolute disadvantage.So he gave up his heart and bet his luck with her.Dao: "Artists often say that the day of the beginning of spring every year is the time of operation. If the king of Wei can reverse the unfavorable situation three months after the beginning of spring, Xiaomin is willing to support any decision made by the emperor and will not object."

Wu Zhao agreed, "That's it." Long Ying was puzzled and said: "Actually, this is a matter of the Holy Majesty's family, why ask the little people's opinion?" Wu Zhao stared at him and said, "Because I don't regard you as an outsider." Long Ying said with a wry smile: "The so-called inside and outside are only in comparison. People with the surname of Long are always surnamed Long." Wu Zhao's eyes flashed a look of reminiscence, he shook the dragon's head lightly and said, "You are totally wrong to think so. I have a deeper understanding of blood relationship than anyone else. After my father died, if it wasn't for Master's help, My mother and I starved to death on the street long ago. So what if everyone’s surname is Wu?" Long Ying couldn't say another word. Wu Zhao returned to the Dragon Table and sat down, and said calmly, "Evil Emperor, don't forget your promise." Omiya Supervisor.inner hall. After hearing this, the fat father-in-law murmured: "Although Mingkong has not reached the point where those who follow me prosper and those who oppose me perish, it is rare for him to tolerate a person so calmly, even if that person is you, so you must have something to rely on, and She has a plan. Ha! She can hide it from anyone, but how can she hide it from my fat father-in-law?" Long Ying said happily: "Please give me some guidance." Fat Eunuch said: "This has to be divided into two aspects. At first, Eunuch, like you, was puzzled by Ming Kong's generous treatment of Mo Chuai, but now he finally understands." But Long Ying still didn't understand, so he had to admit that he was a layman in politics, and said: "Why did the Holy Majesty flatter and silently accept his unreasonable demands and demands?" The fat father-in-law took a sip of hot tea leisurely, showing a pensive look, and didn't answer him immediately, obviously sorting out the thoughts in his head. Longying looked out of the window. The sun had just set, and the sky was getting dark.Time flies so fast, it's another day, and the morning after tomorrow I have to say goodbye to my beloved wife and go to Chang'an with the little witch and maidservant. Fat Eunuch said: "Ming Kong's generous treatment of Mo Chuu is to pave the way for Wu Yanxiu. Wu Chengsi, like Li Dan, is only a transitional figure." Long Ying was startled, and said: "Wu Yanxiu?" The fat father-in-law's eyes sparkled, and he said, "Just think about it, what would it be like if Wu Yanxiu married Ningyan?" Long Ying thought for a long time, and agreed: "Of course, once you go to the Dragon Gate, the price will be ten times higher. Mo Chuu might change the relationship with Da Zhou because of the in-law relationship. Sigh! How is it possible?" Fat Eunuch said: "With Mingkong's shrewdness, of course he knows that Wu Chengsi has a very bad reputation and is unpopular, because he is the eldest among Wu's children, so he is the natural candidate in the inheritance law. But if Wu Chengsi becomes the prince Afterwards, if he makes a mistake, Ming Kong can destroy him at any time, and Wu Yanxiu, the son of Wu Chengsi, can ascend to the crown prince with her support." Long Ying let out a breath and said: "Understood! Your Majesty's methods are indeed powerful." Because Wu Yanxiu's evil deeds have not been revealed, his reputation is much better than Naifu's, and he has made military achievements, and he married Ningyan as his wife, so he is easier to be accepted.And because Wu Chengsi is the crown prince, although Wu Yanxiu is not the eldest son, he is the most outstanding among the princes, which is enough to show that Wu Zhao chooses the best and appoints the best, which is a matter of course.And after such a turning point, the succession of the Wu family's children has become a fait accompli fact.It can be imagined that those who opposed Wu Chengsi's appointment as prince at that time were either killed by Wu Zhao or exiled by her. The court could no longer gather the strength to resist. The fat father-in-law took out the pipe, filled it with shredded tobacco, and began to puff. Long Ying stared at him blankly, waiting for him to speak. Fat Eunuch said: "Woe to your fairy." Long Ying lost his voice: "What?" Fat Gonggong said: "Mingkong is willing to release Faming. This book is not simple, so I want to use his hand to suppress all the forces supporting Li Tang's clan in the world, and point the finger at Duanmuling, because she has become the one between you and Mingkong. Biggest obstacle." Long Ying said in a daze: "I don't understand." Fat Gonggong said: "I am a bystander. What Fa Ming is looking at is Duanmu Ling's fairy fetus. No matter how difficult it is, I hope to win her heart. The situation is the same as that of Shi Zhixuan and Bi Xiuxin back then. Faming lacked luck respectively. With you, an invincible rival in love." Long Ying smiled wryly, "Rival in love?" The fat father-in-law calmed down and said, "Mingkong's situation is just the opposite of Faming's. What she wants is your demon seed, but she knows that one day Duanmu Ling will be around. Because of the influence of the fairy fetus on you, you will naturally reject her and make her feel like a ghost. Her maiden magic is useless. But if Faming can destroy Duanmuling and make her fall into Faming's arms, then the barrier between her and you will no longer exist." Longying was puzzled and said: "I and the demon seed have already merged into one at the stage of becoming a demon. Wu Zhao will never be able to snatch my demon seed again." Fat Eunuch said: "It should be impossible to take your own demon seed as your own, but now she has read the complete book "The Dafa of Planting Demons". Do you dare to say that she will not be able to get what she wants from you?" Long Ying thought about it, Wu Zhao really cared about his and Duanmu Ling's current situation and development, and asked about it from time to time.Said: "It is impossible for my fairy to fall in love with Faming." Fat Eunuch said: "Don't underestimate Fa Ming, he won't be as polite to Duanmu Ling as you are to her, and he will be unscrupulous." Longying reassured: "Fairy has enough strength to protect herself." The fat father-in-law smiled and said, "So what if I kill you?" Long Ying snorted coldly: "I am waiting for him to let the horse come over." The fat father-in-law's eyes glowed brightly, he put down the pipe, patted the table and said, "Eunuch is waiting for your words. The current situation is dangerous and unprecedented. The temporary stability of the frontier allows Ming Kong to carry out her long-planned plan. Faming is her big plan, and Fa Ming is her dangerous move, which will be counterattacked at any time. You have to use your evil emperor's ability, don't have any scruples, let it go, the best thing is that no matter how you If you offend Mingkong, she still can't do anything to you. You have to let go, not only against Faming, but also against your fairy. Although it is not yet time to possess her fairy body, you can establish a further intimate relationship with her, so that Faming There's nothing to do with her." Long Ying heard the magic lights in his eyes, nodded and said: "It's his grandma, I know what to do now." Fat Eunuch said: "Eunuch still needs to calm down and think about your situation. Before arriving in Chang'an, come here to see me again." Longying bid farewell and left. After leaving the Dagong Supervisor's Mansion, Longying originally wanted to go back to Gantangyuan directly, but she couldn't help but see the beautiful face of Princess Taiping in her heart, so she turned to Taoguangyuan to visit the princess. Unexpectedly, before she entered Taoguang Garden, she was blocked by the Yulin army. It turned out that Wu Zhao ordered Taiping to be imprisoned in Taoguang Garden, and she was not allowed to step out of Taoguang Garden within a three-month period, and no one was allowed to visit. Long Ying didn't want to embarrass Yu Linjun, and knew that if he forced his way, there would be no good results.I had no choice but to turn the horse's head and go back to the Yang Palace. Wu Zhao's actions are unusual, most likely aimed at himself, preventing him from developing a further relationship with Taiping, and dealt a heavy blow to the Zhongzong sect, preventing Taiping from interfering in the government in the short term. Although Taiping violated the order and secretly went to Chang'an, the punishment of confinement for three months was too heavy.Wu Zhao has always pampered Taiping, and his attitude towards Taiping has changed so sharply, there must be reasons he doesn't understand. Back at Gan Tang Yuan, Eunuch Li told him that Feng Guoting was coming.Waiting for him in the inner hall, busy to see the wind and pass the court. Feng Guoting sat on one side of the table, and there was a heavy package on the table, seeing him back, he smiled and said, "I almost don't want to wait any longer! Fortunately, you came back in time." Longying sat down next to him sullenly, and told about Taiping's confinement. Feng Guoting sighed: "The mountain rain is about to come and the wind will fill the building. I am afraid that the Holy Majesty's abolition of Li Dan and the establishment of Wu Chengshi is like an arrow on the string, and it is bound to happen." After a short pause, he continued: "Earlier, the Holy Majesty called me to see him. He asked me my opinion on the candidate for the crown prince, and I want to give her some advice. How dare I say that I am only loyal to her and ignore political affairs." Longying said: "It's so easy to express your opinion and pass the test?" Feng Guoting smiled wryly and said, "I also wish it would be so easy. Then the Holy Majesty asked me, why do you support Li Tang's clan, Lord Ying?" Long Ying said: "She is dividing us." Feng Guoting said: "I told the Holy One, Master Ying has never mentioned Li Xian or Li Dan in front of me. What she said next almost made me speechless." Long Ying said: "Did she say that since this is the case, how can Wan Renyu be used by me?" Feng Guoting smiled and said: "Brother, you really know how to figure out the holy will. I will tell the Holy One. Guoting only regards Wan Renyu as a partner in fighting side by side, and never pays attention to his political position." Long Ying said happily: "Young master has decided to stand on our side." Feng Guoting said coldly: "I am only on your side. Because I know better than the Holy One that you are no longer the Dragon Eagle of the past. Everything will be evaluated and considered from the perspective of the overall military situation. What I want is to do whatever you want." Win the battle, not go to the battlefield to die. If the emperor is not you, the foundation of the country will never be shaken by praising Wu Chengsi. Hmph! How much he wants me to be loyal to Wu Chengsi? I have to say no even after several births.” Longying applauded and said: "Well said! This is the gap between the frontline generals and the rear monarchs in controlling the enemy. Looking at the world around us, who would care about the situation of the frontline soldiers? The mind is full of banquets, Beautiful women, delicacies. Only you and I know that a decisive battle can completely destroy the peaceful scene in front of us." Feng Guoting said: "There has never been a day when I have longed to go beyond the Great Wall like I am now. After I arrived in Youzhou, I felt flesh and blood, and felt that living like this is meaningful. Fighting side by side with you has become my greatest pleasure. " Long Ying said: "You came to see my younger brother tonight, isn't it because you want to say these heartfelt words?" Feng Guoting said: "I was afraid that you would lose your life and no one would accompany you to the Western Regions, so I sent this treasure here." As he spoke, he pressed one hand on the package on the table. Long Ying asked in surprise: "It's actually the Variety Shield hidden inside?" Feng Guoting said: "Your ears are so sensitive, I tried my best not to make a sound, but I still can't hide it from you with a light touch. It is indeed a variety shield, you have to wear it under your clothes, and you can use it to surprise the enemy. effect." Long Ying nodded and said: "Young Master has thoughtful plans, and my younger brother will not disappoint Young Master's kindness." Feng Guoting said in surprise, "I thought you would refuse." Long Ying sighed: "I don't know why, I always feel something is wrong, but I can't tell what is wrong." Feng Guoting said: "In that case, let Ren Yu and I go with you." Longying's eyes flickered with magic light, and he said, "If you don't enter the tiger's lair, how can you get a tiger cub? If we can kill Mo Wenchang this time, it will be of great benefit to our future struggle with Fa Ming. His grandma's, Fa Ming and Mo Wen Chang must have practiced a combination attack technique, which can take anyone's life within a few moves." Feng Guoting said: "My wife should have died like this, it's chilling to think about it." Longying asked: "How is Wumeizi's martial arts?" Feng Guoting said: "Perhaps a little worse than Celestial Master Xi Yao, but not much worse." Long Ying said: "I have fought against the two of them before, Mo Wenchang is really good, and I haven't had the chance to try his pair of crescent knives yet." Feng Guoting said: "His two crescent knives are very likely to be able to restrain your sky-bang." Long Ying said: "I also have this intuition, please wait a moment, little brother." Then he went to the inner courtyard to get Tianbang, and when he came back, he handed it to Feng Guoting, and said: "Please take this treasure to Chang'an for my little brother, I have the Variety Shield, so I don't need it for the time being." Then he stood up and said, "Let's go together." Feng Guoting said: "Where are you going?" Longying said thoughtfully: "Nothing goes well today, it's a very bad omen, I'm going to see Mengdie. When it comes to assassination or counter-assassination, she will be better than my younger brother." Feng Guoting put Jie Tianhong on his shoulders, and left Gantangyuan together with him.