I have been a saint in the world for three thousand years

Yan Xiu was still wearing a blue shirt.

Although her clothes seem simple, her immortal-like temperament makes her look even more graceful and ethereal, making her unforgettable.

Concubine Ning was naturally well-known for this Great Yuan Taoist Master.

Not only did the emperor hold this man in high esteem, but countless common people also erected statues and burned incense for him, becoming devout believers.

I have always heard people talk about the deeds of the Taoist Master in the past, but I never expected that he was such a handsome young Taoist priest.

Looking at the upright and heroic figure and handsome appearance, even Concubine Ning was mesmerized for a moment.

Seeing Yan Xiu coming to visit, Tang Zheng hurriedly stood up and went to greet him.

It would be best if the assassin could be captured by Qiantian Guards alone without having to consult Yan Xiu.

At the moment, Qian Tianwei didn't even see the shadow of the assassin. He didn't know whether he should be surprised at the assassin's cunning hiding or scold Qian Tianwei for being a bunch of good-for-nothings.

"Dao Zun, last night..."

Yan Xiu raised his hand and said, "I already know what happened last night."

Tang Zheng breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that.

The Taoist Master is indeed worthy of being an immortal. Nothing that happens inside and outside the imperial city escapes his eyes.

"Although the Yuan Dynasty has been at war for many years, the flames of war have never spread to the capital even a thousand miles away. That is why the Qiantian Guards are lax in their defense. It seems that some people are living too comfortably."

Tang Zheng said in a heavy tone.

Although those who can enter Qiantian Guard are elite soldiers selected from hundreds of miles away, the Qiantian Guard who protect the safety of the imperial city are the elite among the elite.

However, after living a life of luxury in the capital for so many years, some of them had already lost their keen vigilance, which allowed the assassins to sneak into the imperial city and commit assassinations.

After capturing the assassin, Tang Zheng planned to make good preparations.

"Did Daozun find out where the assassin is hiding?"

In response to Tang Zheng's question, Yan Xiu nodded slightly.

If the assassin fled the capital overnight after the assassination failed, Yan Xiu could only send someone to pass a message to the emperor, asking him to send people to capture him.

It's just that this assassin has a thorough understanding of the principle that the darkest place is under the lamp.

After the failure, instead of fleeing immediately, he continued to lurk in the imperial city as if nothing had happened.

"Not only is this person very good at hiding his tracks, he has even planned a way out in the event of a failed assassination."

"Where is that thief now? When I catch him, I will make him suffer a fate worse than death!"

Thinking back to the critical moment last night, Tang Zheng couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat.

This kind of strange and unpredictable method really made him feel scared.

Tang Zheng would not be able to sleep well or eat well until this man was removed.

Yan Xiu flicked his sleeves and an object appeared on the table.

Tang Zheng looked in the direction of the sound and said "Oh" in surprise.

"This item was presented as a tribute by Linwu Prefecture. It is said that it contains a magical object that can not only speak human language, but also know astronomy and geography. It is amazing."

Seeing Yan Xiu take out such a thing, Tang Zheng was suddenly confused.

"Has Your Majesty been feeling listless and exhausted these days?"

Tang Zheng nodded.

At first he thought it was because he was exhausted from reviewing memorials, and because he stayed in Yujing Palace every night and enjoyed sexual pleasure with Concubine Ning, he indulged himself too much.

Later, the imperial physician prescribed several doses of medicine for him, but they did not work after he took them.

"I am ill, could it be because of this rare jade bead?"

Tang Zheng knew that the Dao Zun would not divert the matter to other places for no reason, so he blurted out the answer immediately.

Yan Xiu nodded slightly and said, "Yes, but it is not a strange thing. It contains something strange. The emperor was almost killed by it last night."

When Tang Zheng heard Yan Xiu's last words, he quickly took a few steps back, and his eyes were full of fear when he looked at the jade bead.

I was almost killed by this thing last night?

How dare this Linwu prefect to commit regicide?!

He deserves the death penalty and all nine generations of his clan should be exterminated!

When Concubine Ning heard this, she was also panicked and hurriedly explained: "Your Majesty, I...I didn't know that this jade bead was harmful. I just thought it was quite interesting. I don't know anything else."

After saying that, he knelt down at Tang Zheng's feet, his body shaking like a sieve, trembling uncontrollably.

It was because of her earnest pleading that Tang Zheng gave the jade bead to Concubine Ning, but he didn't expect that it would fall into the assassin's trap.

In this way, wouldn't I be linked to the assassin? This is a serious crime punishable by the death of nine generations of my clan!

She had finally become the emperor's most beloved concubine, how could she possibly do such a disobedient thing.

That's why Concubine Ning hurried to explain after hearing what Yan Xiu said, for fear that the emperor would execute Concubine Ning and her entire family in a rage.

So even if she risked being dragged out and beheaded in the next second, she had to make things clear.

"But Your Majesty, don't worry. The strangeness in this jade bead has long been destroyed by the protective golden light that I sealed in your body. Now this jade bead is already a dead object."

"As for Concubine Ning, she should have nothing to do with this matter."

After hearing Yan Xiu's words, Concubine Ning, who was already frightened out of her wits, finally felt relieved.

Since the Taoist Master has said so, the Emperor will definitely not blame himself.

Tang Zheng breathed a sigh of relief after hearing this.

He helped Ning Fei, who was crying, up and said, "Since Dao Zun has said so, I will naturally not blame you anymore. Why don't you thank Dao Zun quickly?"

Concubine Ning wiped her tears and bowed to Yan Xiu with red eyes.

"Thank you, Daozun. I will definitely keep this in my mind."

After sending Concubine Ning away, Tang Zheng asked where the assassin was now.

Yan Xiu smiled faintly and said, "Your Majesty, as the saying goes, the most dangerous place is the safest place."

As soon as Yan Xiu finished speaking, Tang Zheng continued, "Do you mean that the assassin is still in the imperial city and has not left?"

After saying this, he paced back and forth again: "But the Qiantian Guards have searched carefully three times and have not found any suspicious people. Could it be that they missed something?"

Yan Xiu did not give a direct answer.

He walked slowly towards the door, and his figure faded a little with every step he took.

After he stepped over the threshold, his figure had disappeared, leaving only a voice echoing in Tang Zheng's ears.

"Your Majesty, think carefully. When the jade beads were delivered, how many people were present?"

Tang Zheng pondered it carefully, and suddenly his eyes focused.

"Somebody come!"

Zuoqiu Ren, who had been waiting outside the hall, stepped in with his horse and golden sword.

...

In the straight room.

Xiao Xuanzi looked pale as if he was seriously ill, and huddled on the big bunk bed.

He had just finished cleaning himself yesterday and now was the time when he needed to recuperate.

"Master Gui has caught a cold and still has to take care of a burden like me. I will definitely repay you in the future."

Xiao Xuanzi said with emotion.

The young eunuch called Master Gui entered the palace only a few months earlier than Xiao Xuanzi.

I caught a cold when I went to the toilet last night, so I'm just resting in the room with Xiao Xuanzi.

"It's just a small matter, take a rest."

Xiao Guizi's lips were also pale and her expression was listless.

At this moment, the door was suddenly kicked open.

The Qiantian guards, fully armed and armed, filed out one after another, filling the already small straight room.