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Previously, he mentioned that an official had proposed a scheme to Liu Shichen with the intention of eliminating him, without leaving any trace.

The official then suggested: "Sire can falsely pass on an imperial edict saying that the citizens have been living and working merrily ever since Jiang Cheng took office. The bandits have their arms around the head and they flee. After receiving the imperial edict, he wouldn't suspect that it was a fake summons. He would definitely travel to the capital at the same time, day and night. At that time, Master can send Wan Xingyun with Death Land Sect to set up an ambush midway, waiting for the right time to kill him. "

Liu Shichen's expression changed as he shouted: "How bold, do you know that a fake decree is the death penalty for all nine clans?"

The official pretended to be terrified, kneeling down and saying, "It was this official who misspoke, this official deserves to die. Please forgive me."

Liu Shichen did not continue to reprimand him righteously. That official saw that and understood, and took the opportunity to say: "If we do not use this tactic, I'm afraid killing Jiang Cheng will be a reality that will not work. Master, you don't have to worry so much, you are a court servant, where the royal decree is being issued, as long as Wan Xingyun is able to take care of everything and leave no trace, when that time comes, who would know the secret? "

These words had reached deep into Liu Shichen's heart, but the matter was extremely important. He was still hesitant, and walked around the room.

After a long while, Liu Shichen finally asked: "Are Death Land Sect people reliable? Then is Wan Xingyun confident of killing Jiang Cheng? "

The official got up and confirmed, "The Death Land Sect is definitely reliable. He still wants to borrow the power of the Lord to establish a foothold in the capital city. Although Jiang Cheng was a master in martial arts, that Wan Xingyun was also not someone who was easy to deal with. This official believes that he will definitely shoulder this heavy responsibility. As long as you agree, I will immediately send someone to arrange this matter. "

Although Liu Shichen felt that this action was extremely risky, but after thinking about it carefully, he still had some things in his hands. In addition, the grudge he had against his younger brother was irreconcilable. In the end, he agreed.

Half a month later, Jiang Cheng received the imperial edict from the capital. He treated the envoy to the capital with considerable courtesy. The envoy said that the imperial edict was a secret decree of the Emperor and could not be known by anyone. Jiang Cheng had no choice but to invite him into the study room, and then he ordered all the servants to withdraw, and knelt down respectfully, to be read out loud: "I have come under the blessing of the Heavens, on the day of the Emperor's Mandate, we have heard of the achievements of our beloved servant in governing over the Hangzhou Prefecture, and the ability of the people to praise her is outstanding. "Now that there is an unexpected event in the capital and we need the help of our beloved one, it is a very secret and cannot be told in detail. We need to go to the capital as soon as possible in order to resolve my worries."

Jiang Cheng yelled "Long live the Emperor", raised high above his head, and accepted the imperial edict. His heart was filled with melancholy, and after accompanying him to eat, he returned to his bedroom.

At the moment, Madam Madame Bai was sewing old clothes for Jiang Cheng. Beside the bed, there was a three-year-old boy playing by himself, he was the only son of Jiang Cheng and Madame Bai. Her wife's health was never very good, and she was never able to have any growth. Furthermore, she only gave birth to a Little Jiang Feng two years before she became a son of Hangzhou Palace.

When Little Jiang Feng saw Jiang Cheng entering the room, he happily rushed forward to hug his leg and cried out, "Daddy! Daddy! You play with Feng, okay?"

Madame Bai did not stop her needlework, she only asked: "Did Master drink alcohol?"

"The imperial envoy from the capital announced that he would have to accompany me to drink a few cups."

"Husband, since when did you learn such an official move?"

"I still have to deal with what I have to deal with. After all, I'm in the government. I'm not as carefree as I was before." Jiang Cheng said as he carried Little Jiang Feng. He gently patted his son's head and comforted him: "Good Feng, when Father comes back from the capital this time, I will bring Feng and your mother to the West Lake to play, okay?"

Little Jiang Feng shouted excitedly: "Alright, alright, Daddy is the best!"

The Madame Bai asked in surprise, "Hubby, everything is fine. Why are you suddenly heading to the capital?"

Jiang Cheng only said that it was a summon from the Emperor.

After the Madame Bai heard this, a sense of unease arose in her heart, and she asked, "Husband, why has the Emperor summoned you to the capital so urgently? How long will it take for us to return to the Residence? "

Jiang Cheng shook his head and said, "The specific situation is unknown, so we can't say for sure right now. It may take at least a month, or at most a season. "

Madame Bai said reluctantly, "Master, ever since you killed Liu Shi, my heart has been in turmoil for no reason."

Jiang Cheng nodded. He knew what the Madam was saying and said to the Little Jiang Feng, "Feng, go and call Uncle Lei over. I have something to tell him."

"Alright, Daddy." Even though he was still young, he was still very quick-witted.

Seeing that Little Jiang Feng had gone out, Jiang Cheng took out a book from under his bed and handed it over to him, and said: "Madam, this spear manual was completed by me after many years of hard work, I will temporarily hand it over to you for safekeeping."

"This item is very heavy. Hubby, you can't easily leave it in the custody of others."

"Is Madame still an outsider? "Haha!" Jiang Cheng directly placed the spear manual into Madame Bai's hands.

Madame Bai held it carefully, and said: "Since that's the case, please rest assured my husband, I will definitely keep it safe."

"Of course I believe in Madame." Jiang Cheng said with a smile.

Not long later, Lei Jin, the manager, knocked on the door.

"Oh, come in." Jiang Cheng instructed.

"Old master, what do you need me for?" Lei Jin asked.

Madame Bai knew that they had something to discuss. After she put away the spear manual, she walked out of the house and said that she was going to accompany Little Jiang Feng.

Lei Jin closed the door and patted his shoulder, indicating him to sit.

After the two of them sat down, Jiang Cheng said seriously: "Manager Lei, I am going to the capital this time. The guards of the manor are going to be handed over to you."

Lei Jin replied respectfully: "Please rest assured Master, this is Lei Jin's duty, if not for Master's kindness back then, I would have spent my entire life begging and drinking!"

Jiang Cheng only chuckled, and recalled the scene when he first met Lei Jin.

Lei Jin also knew that the reason why Jiang Cheng was so anxious to enter the capital, was definitely related to the decree just now. He frowned and carefully said: "Master, you must be careful when entering the capital!"

Jiang Cheng took a sip of the hot tea and asked: Why?

Lei Jin said: "Master is upright and unrighteous, last time, when he killed the evil merchant Liu Shi, he vented out his anger for the people, and made people feel good about it. However, his elder brother will definitely hold a grudge. If you go to the capital, I'm afraid you will find ways to cause trouble for him! "

Jiang Cheng nodded in agreement, "That is true. I think it would be better if you temporarily keep my Cold Iron Silver Lance in your custody. "

Lei Jin immediately said: "Master, you must not use it. You need to use it to protect yourself. Why don't you let me accompany you to the capital! "

Jiang Cheng laughed and said: "If I bring the Cold Iron Silver Lance with me, if Liu Shichen creates an opportunity and says that I want to assassinate the Emperor, wouldn't it be a hundred times harder to argue with me? You will follow me to the capital. What will we do if something big happens in the Residence? "

Being asked in such a manner, Lei Jin was unable to reply.

Jiang Cheng continued: "Listen to my words first, and keep the Cold Iron Silver Lance safe for me. If I see any damage to it when I return, I'll have to ask you. "

Lei Jin still persisted, "Master, you should still bring it with you!"

Jiang Cheng said impatiently: "Alright, that's the decision, don't say anymore."

Seeing that Jiang Cheng had even said such a thing, Lei Jin could only give up and said: "I wish Master a pleasant journey.

Jiang Cheng laughed: "Eh, when did you become so nagging?"

Lei Jin smiled awkwardly.

That night, Madame Bai helped Jiang Cheng pack his luggage. Jiang Cheng's face showed gratitude, and said: "Thank you Madam. I have already arranged for Ah Long, Ah Xiang, Ah Hu, and Ah Biao to accompany me to the capital."

"Although they are careless, it is still good to have someone to take care of them on the road. No need to worry about the matters at home, Feng will take care of it. " Madame Bai gently said.

"Mm. With you and Manager Lei here, your husband naturally won't worry."

In the early morning of the next day, Jiang Cheng packed his things and left the residence. The four servants were already waiting outside the door, and the horses were already fed and ready to go.

When Jiang Cheng saw his son, he was overjoyed. Hugging him up, he said, "Feng, when father is not around, you must listen to mother and Uncle Lei's words and not provoke any trouble. Do you understand?"

Little Jiang Feng smiled and nodded, then said: "I know, Daddy!"

Lei Jin brought Jiang Cheng's good horse and said: "Master, everything has been prepared. Far away in the capital, you should set off as soon as possible."

Jiang Cheng smiled and handed his son over to the Madame Bai, and said: "I will be troubling you with the matters at home, my lady.

"My lord, don't worry. Please be careful." Madame Bai warned.

Jiang Cheng agreed, he then took the reins from Lei Jin's hands and got on the horse: "All of you go back first." After he finished speaking, he spurred his horse forward, and the four servants followed closely behind.

Flowers two open, each table a branch. Other than that, in the capital, Liu Shichen Palace.

Liu Shichen asked: "How's the matter?"

The official replied, "Reporting to my lord, all the arrangements have been made. All we need is for Jiang Cheng to fall into our trap."

Liu Shichen was satisfied: "Alright, let's not make any mistakes, be more efficient with our work. When it's done, there will definitely be a great reward. "

The official smiled sinisterly, "Your excellency, you only need to patiently wait for the good news."

Upon receiving the secret decree, Jiang Cheng did not dare to be negligent, he travelled day and night with his four servants, never stopping to rest, just for the sake of arriving at the capital city as soon as possible.

Three nights later, he rode his horse through the forest on a small path. The moon was bright and the stars were dim. The crowing of a crow was very mournful.

Jiang Cheng saw that the horses were exhausted, and did not see the inn, so he said: "Let's stop and rest for a while, everyone is tired."

The servants agreed one by one.

Not long after, ten people walked out from the bushes in front of them. They were all vicious and had iron guards on their heads. The word "die" was carved on their heads. The leader wore armor, battle boots, and a Vajra Sabre in his hand. It was extremely sharp and cold.

Ah Biao saw the menacing look on their faces and knew that they had come with ill intentions. He stepped forward and asked, "Who are you people?"

The leader sneered, "Did you set this path?"

A-Biao was at a loss for words. He could only ask, "Then why are you blocking our way?"

The leader disdainfully said, "I can also say that it was you who blocked our way."

"You!"

"I hate people pointing their fingers at me the most in my life. Do you know that?" When the leader said the last four words, the Vajra Sabre in his hand had already quickly swung out. In an instant, a "hack" was sent towards Ah Biao. No one expected that he would suddenly strike a killing blow. Ah Biao was unable to dodge in time and was immediately chopped into two halves …

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And then we'll see how it breaks down in the next round.