A Date with Zhao Deyan
Taiji Palace, Yin Yang Hall.
Gu Hao was confused.
Zhao Yicheng was actually the son of the Turkic Imperial Advisor!
This was something he had never expected.
After calming down, Gu Hao looked at Li Shimin.
He wasn't sure if Zhao Yicheng had died from the injuries he had sustained from breaking his limbs or if Hou Junji had secretly killed him.
However, on the surface, this head was temporarily his.
"Looks like you haven't forgotten Zhao Yicheng.”
Li Shi Min sneered.
"Zhao Yicheng, the mastermind behind the assassination of Prince Changle.”
Cheng Yaojin whispered.
"General Cheng is right. Zhao Yicheng deserved to die for sending ten Turkic assassins to assassinate Prince Changle.”
Gu Hao said seriously.
Cheng Yaojin was stunned.
His old face immediately darkened!
As a big shot in the military, he knew a thing or two about how Zhao Yicheng died.
"Kid, do you want to take advantage of everyone?”
Cheng Yaojin said angrily.
"Don't tell me General Cheng thinks that Zhao Yicheng doesn't deserve to die for assassinating Prince Chang Le?" Gu Hao asked innocently. Or did he think that the son of a mere Turkic Imperial Advisor was far more valuable than Prince Changle?”
"Heh, Zhao Yicheng deserves to die. His Majesty will personally decide. Don't tell me you want to be His Majesty's decision?”Cheng Yaojin sneered.
"Enough."
Li Shi Min's face darkened.
They stopped the quarrel in time.
"Zhao Deyan hopes that I will give him an explanation. What do you think?”
Li Shi Min asked.
"I believe that the Turkic Imperial Advisor should give His Majesty an explanation. Regardless of whether Zhao Yicheng is dead or not, he is still the mastermind behind the assassination of Prince Changle," Du Ruhui said.”
Cheng Yaojin nodded and said," Old Du is right. He wants an explanation. Let's ask him why his son wanted to assassinate Prince Changle."”
Gu Hao heaved a sigh of relief.
He did not speak.
Even Cheng Yaojin, who was almost angered by him just now, had no intention of using him as a scapegoat.
In comparison.
Previously, Li Er wanted to use his head to exchange for a He Shi Bi. This was much more sinister.
"What about you? This matter started because of you. Do you think you should give Zhao Deyan an explanation?”Li Shiming looked at Gu Hao and asked.
"I still need an explanation," Gu Hao said.”
"Oh? How do we explain this?" Li Shi Min raised his eyebrows.
Du Ruhui and Cheng Yaojin also looked at Gu Hao curiously.
" This Turkic Imperial Advisor wants to know how Zhao Yicheng died," Gu Hao said with a smile." Why don't we let him meet Zhao Yicheng and let him tell him personally?"”
Li Shi Min frowned.
Let Zhao Yicheng tell Zhao Deyan personally?
A dead person could still speak?
"Isn't Zhao Yicheng dead?" Cheng Yaojin asked. How can a dead person speak?"
"The ancient scholar's meaning should be to send the Turkic national master to hell."”
" Uh…" Cheng Yaojin was stunned.
Li Shiming's face twitched.
"Do you know what it means to kill the Turkic Imperial Teacher?”
Li Shi Min asked coldly.
He was somewhat disappointed.
Even though he was very unhappy with Gu Hao's words and attitude, he was still very angry.
But deep down, he had high hopes for Gu Hao.
There was actually some consideration in this question.
But Gu Hao's answer was stupid and rude.
There was no redeeming point at all.
"Declaring war on the Turks?" Gu Hao probed.”
"When the two countries are at war, the envoys will not be killed." Du Ruhui glanced at Gu Hao and said," The Turkic Imperial Teacher can't be killed.”
"What if he kills people in Chang 'an?" Gu Hao asked.”
Li Shiming frowned and said lightly," You should go back first. Focus on preparing for the exhibition. Don't interfere with other things."”
"…Yes."
Gu Hao replied and turned to leave.
"You're knowledgeable and talented, but you can't be of much use.”
Li Shi Min shook his head in disappointment.
"I feel that Scholar Gu is very clear about what he is saying. What he said makes sense," said Du Ruhui.
Moreover, he had never participated in any state affairs and did not understand the relationship between the Great Tang and the Turks.”
"Ten years ago, I, Old Cheng, would definitely agree with this kid's approach."”
"Humph, you all think highly of him?”
Li Shi Min snorted.
Cheng Yaojin chuckled and said hesitantly,"
"Isn't Your Majesty afraid that Zhao Deyan will harm him by letting him leave just like that?”
"Zhao Deyan's main purpose for coming here this time should not be to avenge his son, but to take Yang Zhengdao away."”
"I'm afraid he won't give up on revenge so easily.”
Du Ruhui frowned.
Gu Hao's question before he left appeared in her mind. What if Zhao Deyan committed murder in Chang 'an Fortress?
If Zhao Deyan really committed murder in Chang 'an, the imperial court would be caught in a dilemma.
Du Ruhui was worried.
“………”
After leaving Taiji Palace, Gu Hao returned to Hongwen Hall.
There was a lunchbox in his office.
"Beauty…"
Gu Hao suddenly felt a little worried.
Zhao Deyan's appearance was too sudden.
He was also filled with killing intent.
After leaving the imperial city, Gu Hao got into the carriage and ordered the coachman, Old Chen, to make a trip to Yi 'an Commandery Prince's Mansion.
They arrived at the gate of the Yi 'an Commandery Prince's Mansion…
Gu Hao realized that the plaque on the manor had been taken off.
The Imperial Residence was being renovated.
"Is Princess Chang Le here?"
Gu Hao found the chief official of the renovation team and asked him directly.
"I've never been here."
the official replied.
Gu Hao heaved a sigh of relief, but he also felt a little regretful.
Unknowingly, Li Lizhi had already gained a certain weight in his heart.
It could even affect his mood.
The carriage left.
On the way, the coachman Old Chen asked curiously,""Sir, you want to find Prince Changle?”
Gu Hao paused.
He could not help but hold his forehead.
If he wanted to know where Li Lizhi was, he could just ask the coachman, Old Chen.
Old Chen was a proper member of the palace!
"It's really chaotic to be concerned."
Gu Hao shook his head.
"No."
Gu Hao said.
After calming down.
He knew that his concern was not only chaotic, but it was also unnecessary.
As long as Zhao Deyan wasn't stupid, he wouldn't dare to be like his son, Zhao Yicheng, who had designs on Li Lizhi.
Moreover, Li Shimin and Empress Zhangsun would definitely protect Li Lizhi more after the assassination.
It was even possible that Li Lizhi would be restricted from leaving the palace.
At this moment, following Zhao Deyan's arrival…
Gu Hao was the one in the most danger.
"There are still two people in the antique shop."
Gu Hao frowned.
If he was alone, he would not be afraid of any assassination with his Overlord Body.
But Gail at home. He was slightly worried about Bagatuo and Zhang Qianshi.
"Zhao Deyan dared to brazenly come to the Great Tang and even handed a bloody white invitation to Li Er. He clearly believed that Li Er would not kill him.”
"Revenge for his son is one thing. His other goal should be to save Yang Zhengdao.”
"And these two things are inextricably linked to me.”
“………”
Gu Hao was a little depressed.
This was really…
Undeserved calamities were increasing.
"For safety reasons, it's better to find another place to settle Gail. Bakado and Zhang Qian."
Gu Hao thought to himself.
After pondering for a moment…
"Oh, there seems to be a place that is absolutely safe.”
The corners of Gu Hao's mouth gradually curled up.
Weapon Refinement Ground!
Other than Taiji Palace, there was probably no other place in Chang 'an that was safer than the Weapon Refinement Ground.
Back at the antique shop…
Gu Hao was slightly nervous.
When he stepped into the courtyard and saw Zhang Qianshi washing clothes by the ancient well, Gu Hao was completely relieved.
For Zhang Qianshi to be able to wash clothes so calmly, it meant that Gail. Bagado was definitely fine.
From the study, Gu Hao saw Gail. Bagado and a post in her hand:
A white card stained with blood!
"A Turkic sent it over."
Gail Bagatuo handed the white card to Gu Hao and said softly.
Gu Hao took it and flipped it open."
Tonight, at noon, we sincerely invite the ancient scholar to have a chat by the Wei River outside Chang 'an City.
Zhao Deyan signed the letter and left it.
"Zhao Deyan is the Turkic Imperial Advisor. Legend has it that he was once a Central Plainsman.”
Gail Bagado introduced.
"I know."
Gu Hao said.
"Is he looking for Master…to rope Master in?”Gail Bagado was curious.
Gu Hao sighed and said,"It would be great if we could rope him in."”
Gail Bagado blinked and asked,""Then is he looking for Master related to the assassination of Princess Chang Le?”
Gu Hao shook his head and instructed," Go pack your things. I'll send you to a place later. You'll stay there for the time being."”
"Um…okay."
Gail Bakaduo was a little stunned. Seeing Gu Hao's cold expression, she didn't dare to ask further.
Not long after…
The group of people arrived at the Weapon Refinement Ground located on the east side of the Imperial City.
This place used to be the weapon workshop of the Ministry of War. It had been requisitioned by Qin Qiong to become a weapon refining field specially built for Gu Hao.
"Little brat, you finally know to come.”When Qin Qiong saw Gu Hao, he scolded him jokingly.
Gu Hao grinned and pointed at Gail. " I'll have to trouble General Qin to arrange a place for them to stay," said Bajiaduo and Zhang Qianshi." There's a special situation. They have to stay here for the time being."”
"Special circumstances?" Qin Qiong's eyes focused, then she nodded and said," I'll make the arrangements first.”
"Thank you."
Gu Hao thanked him.
Her heart warmed.
After a while, Gu Hao and the other two temporarily settled down in this weapon refining field.
Soon after, Qin Qiong led Gu Hao to a large tent.
"Tell me, what happened?"
Qin Qiong asked.
Something big must have happened since Gu Hao had arranged for his servants to stay in the Weapon Refinement Ground.
Gu Hao didn't say anything. He directly handed the blood-stained white invitation card to Qin Qiong.
Qin Qiong flipped open the invitation and took a look.
When he saw that it was signed by Zhao Deyan, he stood up abruptly.
"Turkic Imperial Advisor Zhao Deyan?"
Qin Qiong looked at Gu Hao in disbelief.
Why would Zhao Deyan come to the Great Tang?
And why did they meet Gu Hao?
"Our Emperor also received a similar invitation." Gu Hao sighed.”
"He also made an appointment with His Majesty?"
Qin Qiong frowned and looked at the contents of the post again.
This time, he set his eyes on the meeting place.
Outside Chang 'an City, by the bank of the Wei River!
This place held extraordinary significance to both the Great Tang and the Turks.
This place was once the glory of the Turks. It was also a place of humiliation for the Great Tang.
It was here that His Majesty and the two Turkic Khans had signed the humiliating alliance of the Wei River.
"No, he only told His Majesty that he came for his son, Zhao Yicheng.”
Gu Hao sighed again.
"Zhao Yicheng? Zhao Yicheng is Zhao Deyan's son?"
Qin Qiong was stunned at first, and then his eyes widened.
"Yes."
Gu Hao nodded helplessly.
Qin Qiong did not know what to say for a moment.
After a long time, he looked at the invitation and said in a deep voice,""I'm afraid he has ulterior motives for inviting you over.”
"I think so too."
Gu Hao said.
Then, he looked at Qin Qiong eagerly.
Qin Qiong's eyelids twitched.
For some reason, he had a bad feeling.
"Then this appointment…are you going or not?”
Qin Qiong asked.
"Do you think I should go?" Gu Hao asked.
"It's up to you whether you want to go or not." Qin Qiong frowned.”
"Then I won't go."
Gu Hao said.
"Are you really not going?" Qin Qiong glanced at Gu Hao.
"It's too dangerous. You know that Hou Junji killed Zhao Yicheng and framed me."
Now, many people think that I killed Zhao Yicheng.
Zhao Deyan probably wants to take revenge for his son.
If I go there, if he ambushes 500 machetemen at the bank of Weishui River, even if I'm invincible, I'm still no match for him…"
Qin Qiong's face twitched, and he said unhappily,""You want me to escort you there?”
" If you're willing, General," Gu Hao laughed dryly and said," that kid is willing to take the risk with you and find out why the Turkic Imperial Advisor is here."”
"There are three things." Qin Qiong shook his head.”
"Three things?"
Gu Hao was stunned.
He could only think of two things.
"Firstly, if Zhao Yicheng is really his son, he will definitely want revenge.”
Qin Qiong slowly said," Second, Zhao Deyan has always been supporting Yang Zhengdao. This time, he definitely wants to take Yang Zhengdao away.”
"What about three?" Gu Hao was curious.
"Third, finish what Yang Zhengdao didn't finish."”
"Are you saying that he still wants to continue to destroy the relationship between the Great Tang and the tribes of the Western Regions?”Gu Hao said hesitantly.
"Not bad." Qin Qiong nodded." As far as I know, last winter, the Turkic territory was frozen by snow, causing countless livestock to freeze to death. The Turkic people lacked food.
They had tried to pillage the Great Tang, but they had all been beaten back.
Most of the tribes of the Western Regions were on the Silk Road, and if he could control them, he could get enough food for the Turks.
The Turks would not easily let go of the Western Regions.”
"Isn't it said that many tribes in the Turkic territory have rebelled? The Great Khan and his nephew Khan seemed to be in conflict as well. How could they have the time and energy to care about the tribes of the Western Regions?”
Gu Hao was puzzled.
The tribes of the Western Regions had dared to rebel against the Turks precisely because the Turks had internal problems and were no longer able to control them.
"There is indeed internal strife within the Turkic borders," Qin Qiong sneered,"but if they encounter a large piece of meat, they can still cooperate and divide it up."
For example, their treatment of our Great Tang.
To the Turks, plundering the Great Tang's borders was like hunting.
Compared to the complete Great Tang, the tribes of the Western Regions were scattered.
A small Turkic tribe might dare to attack the Turks!
Once the tribes of the Western Regions obtained the protection of the Great Tang, it would be a massive loss for the Turks.
Unless those rebellious Turkic tribes were also willing to surrender to the Great Tang.
Otherwise, the entire Turkic Empire would have been united in their attitude toward the Western Regions.”
Gu Hao understood.
The Turks were like a large clan that was splitting up, and the tribes of the Western Regions were like a large enterprise controlled by this large clan.
The descendants of the family might fight to the death for the family property, but if a large enterprise wanted to break away from the control of the family and enter the embrace of the Tang Empire…
Basically, all the disciples in the family would not agree.
Unless some of the descendants of the clans also threw themselves into the arms of the Great Tang…
"Then…General, do you think I should go and see Zhao Deyan?”
Gu Hao asked.
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