Chapter 55: Request (I)

In December, heavy snow fell.

As soon as the temperature drops to a very low level, even at home, you can still feel this bone-chilling cold.

The entire Wenyang Mansion City, after the news of Wang Zunzhi's death came out, fell into silence and was no longer lively in the past.

In the streets and alleys, no one dared to show a trace of joy.

Whether it is true or false, the people of Fucheng are silent because of Wang Zunzhi's death.

echoes this snow, but it is the mind of some people who is heating up quickly.

Taisu County, Li House.

Half a day ago, Li Chengye, the young master of the Li family, and his wife went to the temple outside the city to offer incense, and returned in the afternoon.

A carriage stopped in front of the gate, and when the snowflakes fell, Li Chengye leaned out of the carriage first, and stepped out of the carriage under the service of the attendants who drove out.

did not wear an official uniform, dressed in green clothes, and cut decently, which made him more and more extraordinary.

As soon as the boots hit the ground, he turned and held out a hand into the carriage.

A person stepped down from the carriage, it was his wife Wang Jieting, a head-to-toe white cloak, covering the whole body, still showing a faint feminine charm and noble bearing.

With Li Chengye's support, she slowly got off the carriage, and as soon as her feet landed, she showed a light smile, looked at the goose-feather-like snow in the sky, and sighed slightly: "Husband, this snow seems to be getting bigger and bigger than when I went." ”

"The snow is big, and there will be a good year in the coming year, and it is not a blessing to drink tea and watch the snow at home. Li Chengye smiled, and at the same time, took his wife's hand: "It's cold outside, lady, let's go in first."

"En" his wife nodded and responded with a smile, but there was a faint sadness in her eyes, but she deliberately covered it up and did not let outsiders know.

When the husband and wife entered the Li house, Li Cunyi, who was resting in the house, already knew. Then he commanded: "Go, call Chengye here." ”

The attendant answered, and a moment later there was the sound of footsteps, and after he answered, wrapped in a faint cold, he pushed the door in.

After the "father" saluted Li Cunyi, Li Chengye bowed his head and said.

"Well, you sit down and speak slowly. Li Cunyi called his son to sit aside.

After Li Chengye sat down, Li Cunyi asked lightly: "By the way, Chengye, your wife, how is your reaction now?"

Although his father's tone was very light, Li Chengye couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart, with respect on his face, and said: "Back to my father, she was very sad a few days ago, and now she is better." ”

"Well, as a husband, it's okay for you to take her out for a walk, but you have to keep one thing in mind. Li Cunyi suddenly narrowed his eyes, and a trace of coldness flashed on his generous face: "You must not be a woman, and put your family business behind." ”

"Rest assured that the father is measured. Li Chengye said busily.

"That's good, don't forget, she is the righteous daughter of that person in the end, this nurturing grace, but it can't be faked, how credible it is, how untrustworthy it is, you can decide for yourself. If it is really a hidden danger......" Li Cunyi did not say it, but the killing intent flashed in his eyes, but his attitude was already clear.

Li Chengye hurriedly lowered his head and responded: "My son knows." ”

Subsequently, the two did not discuss the matter again.

Li Chengye's trip this time was obviously for incense, but it was actually to contact with the Li family to send secret agents to various places to collect intelligence. At this time, in Taisu County, there were many secret agents in the General's Mansion, so in the mansion, the Li family father and son never contacted their own secret agents.

Li Cunyi couldn't help but laugh after hearing the news from his son.

"My son, Wang Zunyi died, and my Li family should also be active. "I have endured it for many years, but I didn't expect it to make him wait for this good time.

Li Chengye's phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, and he said, "Father is talking about ......" He pointed to the sky.

"Haha, my son's guess is right, that's exactly what my father meant. This day, soon, will change. The wind and clouds are surging, and only then can the fish want to go to the dragon gate. ”

It is rare to show the majesty of the hegemon, and Li Cunyi is very happy.

"What is my father going to do?" Li Chengye already understood what his father meant, but he was afraid that this matter would have to be done from above.

Li Cunyi brought out a sneer: "Thinking about how rampant that person was before his death, he dared to openly change his name with the power of the two mansions, and when he was alive, no one would dare to raise objections to this, but now that he is dead, then this account should be counted on his son's head." There is a good saying, the father's debt is repaid by the son, this is the truth, even if it is a righteous son, who inherits the great business of Wenyang Mansion, he should pay something. ”

Bending the index finger of his right hand and lightly tapping the table, Li Cunyi thought for a moment and looked at Li Chengye on the side: "Chengye, how many soldiers can I fight in my Li family now?"

"Back to my father, there are 500 people in the establishment, and there are still 100 people outside the establishment, of which three pairs are elite dead soldiers. Li Chengye said in a deep voice.

"Although this force is not weak, if you want to smash Huanglong and drive that person out of power, it is not easy. Li Cunyi pondered and said: "This matter cannot be done by my Li family." If everyone rises up and coaxes him, even if he has elite soldiers, it will be difficult to parry. ”

"Father's intention is to unite with other forces? But first, they may not be willing to cooperate with my Li family, and second, it is easy to lure wolves, but it is difficult to send wolves, how can we drive them away in the future?" Li Chengye said hesitantly.

"My son's words are true, but now there are two counties, and as long as we can take one, the power will be in your hands and mine...... Send people to the imperial court, make friends with the inner servants at all costs, and ask them to persuade the emperor to make a secret decree against Wang Hongyi. As long as we have this secret trick in our hands, we can occupy an advantage, not only can we recruit troops in the future, but we can also contact other forces to cooperate with our Li family. It can also put Wang Hongyi in an embarrassing situation and let his group separate and disintegrate. and I will leave it to you. ”

"Rest assured that my son will do it as soon as possible. Knowing the importance of this matter, Li Chengye got up hurriedly and said in response.

"By the way, your second brother has a reckless personality, and he can't do anything, you are the eldest brother, if you are free, go and teach them, and the brothers must not be alienated. Li Cunyi suddenly said again.

Li Chengye stood with his head down, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but pull, and he said respectfully: "Father, this matter is the son's negligence, and he will naturally pay attention to it in the future." ”

"Well, since that's the case, go down, you can do that as soon as possible, and report it to me when there is news. Li Cunyi suddenly felt a little more excited, waved his hand, and let him go down.

Li Chengye respectfully responded and exited the house.

When his son went out, Li Cunyi sighed softly.

Thinking of the things that his wife sighed in his ears a few days ago, he only felt upset when he thought about it now.

If it weren't for the reminder of his beloved wife, he wouldn't have noticed the delicate relationship between this eldest son and the other sons, and now the two younger sons were sent to Jiangnan, and there was a second son left.

He doesn't think that this is a provocation by his beloved wife, this daughter has been married into the Li family for many years, in addition to giving birth to three sons, she is also diligent and virtuous, and there is no difference between Li Chengye and his own son, all of which he sees in his eyes, and he is very grateful for this.

"Chengye, don't let your father down. Looking at the door, Li Cunyi said with an inaudible sigh.

"What does my father mean by this?" Walking out of his father's room, Li Chengye also locked his brows, thinking of the eyes that his father suddenly couldn't see clearly, Li Chengye felt very uncomfortable.

Walking quickly towards the corner gate, there was a person walking in front of him, and when he saw him, he smiled slightly: "Chengye." ”

"I've seen my mother. Seeing the visitor, Li Chengye hurriedly bowed his head respectfully.

A gentle voice came from the other side: "It's cold outside, don't be polite, get up quickly." ”

"Yes, mother" Li Chengye straightened up and looked at the other side.

A gentle woman, looking at him with a smile, was the wife of his father.

"When I saw you coming, I was contemplative, could it be that I was in trouble?" the woman asked softly, looking at him.

"Back to my mother, I just wanted to do some business, and I was a little distracted. Li Chengye said perfunctorily.

When she heard that it was a business matter, the woman did not want to ask more, but said, "I have just returned from your daughter-in-law, she has lost a lot of weight in the past few days, and I am afraid that it will be difficult for her to recover for a while. ”

"Yes. Without looking at the woman's gentle smile, Li Chengye responded respectfully.

Then the woman took the first step forward.

Standing in place, watching the woman gradually walk away, Li Chengye pursed his thin lips, and his eyes sank.

Turning around, Li Chengye walked quickly towards his courtyard, the snow was flying on the road, and his heart was also a little chilly.

The courtyard where he lives is not big, but it is the most elegant place in the Li house, a few plum trees, blooming in the courtyard, red and white, extremely beautiful.

After he entered the courtyard, several maids and servants who were collecting snow and water hurriedly saluted him.

With only a slight nod, he went straight into the main house, the heating was blowing in his face, but it was not hot, the temperature was just right.

A faint fragrance of plum blossoms lingered on the tip of his nose, Li Chengye slowly walked into the room, only to see his wife lying on her stomach at a table.

As if he had fallen asleep, he shook his head, took a garment from the side, and draped it over her.

But unexpectedly woke her up and raised her head.

"Husband, you're back. ”

"Yes. ”

"Husband, I ordered someone to warm some porridge, you can eat some. ”

"Yes. After Li Chengye answered again, he saw his wife sigh and hang his head.

"You...... Are you alright?" he asked, putting his arms around his wife's shoulders and whispering.

But I saw my beloved wife whispering: "Husband, I just want to say...... Now, I am a member of the Li family, and I will never do anything to harm the Li family. ”

Did she notice it?

Also, how could a woman as smart as her not notice the change in her attitude...... Li Chengye sighed lightly and hugged his beloved wife from behind, at this time, silence is better than sound.

Almost at the same time, a Taoist temple, the sound of horses' hooves gathered.

The leader was Han Yang, who reined in his horse violently and asked, "Is this a Taoist temple?"

"Yes," one person responded.

"Kill, kill all the people inside, leave no one behind"

"Obey" the horse neighed, the door was kicked open, a Taoist with a Taoist boy hurriedly came out, only to hear the sound of "poof" endlessly, both of them were hit by several arrows, with a confused expression, pounced in the snow.

The armor soldiers rushed in, swept with knives, and killed people when they saw them, but there were not many people in the Taoist temple, only five or six, and only for a moment, there was the sound of soldiers fighting again.

After a while, a man jumped out violently, like a tanuki, but before he jumped out of the wall, the cavalry that had already been prepared, charged fiercely, bent his bow halfway, and his long arrows rained down.

"Bang Bang", this man was very good, and even fired several arrows in mid-air, but one arrow still passed through the gap and stabbed him in the shoulder.

This man shook on the ground, and even continued to gallop.

I only heard the sound of "poof" endlessly, and the second round of arrows was shot, turning him into a hedgehog, after this person was hit by the arrow, he was not dead for a while, roared angrily, struggled to run two steps, and then fell to the ground with a "boom".

Blood poured out from beneath him, melting a sheet of snow.