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A few days later, Zhang Fan made another move, this time planning to send someone to kidnap Zhou Wu. However, because Zhou Wu had arranged for Wang Cang and a few others to keep a close watch on Zhang Fan, they learned of the plan in advance.

"My lord, we can no longer sit idly by and wait to die."

Even Wang Cang and the others couldn't sit still anymore. Zhou Wu was still somewhat hesitant, but Zhang Fan's repeated provocations gradually made Zhou Wu lose patience.

"If we're going to make a move, we must strike decisively and leave no loose ends."

He secretly discussed countermeasures with Wang Cang, Song Gong, and Hua Rong in the room.

This time, Zhou Wu also realized that since he had taken action, he couldn't leave any future troubles.

Zhang Fan deliberately committed suicide; Zhou Wu can't guard against it forever.

. . . . . . .

Zhang Fan himself lived a secluded life, and this trip back to the capital was at the emperor's invitation, allowing these border commanders to return to the capital to provide the court with some manpower support.

Everyone else had already finished their business and returned to their fiefdoms, but Zhang Fan had been staying at home on sick leave and had not returned to the northern region for a long time. When the emperor learned that Zhang Fan was ill, he personally inquired about his condition and bestowed upon him many precious medicinal herbs.

It was precisely because Zhang Fan held a certain weight in Li Tiancheng's heart that Zhou Wu had hesitated to take the initiative before. However, now that Zhang Fan was relentlessly causing trouble for Zhou Wu, Zhou Wu was forced to retaliate.

Zhou Wu had many ways to kill Zhang Fan, but how to avoid implicating himself in the matter was a problem.

Since the emperor already knew that Zhang Fan and Zhou Wu had a conflict, if Zhang Fan died for no reason, Zhou Wu would definitely be the prime suspect.

"My lord, good news! I heard that the imperial court will organize an autumn hunt in three days."

Wang Cang jogged all the way to report the information he had gathered to Wu.

"What good news is this?"

Zhou Wu didn't seem to understand what was so good about hunting.

The autumn hunt was an annual hunting activity organized by the royal family. Initially, it was a test of the princes' and grandsons' skills, but over time, it changed and became a team-building activity for the emperor and other high-ranking officials of the court.

"My lord, Zhang Fan has been hiding in the manor and hasn't come out. This autumn hunt, both you and he will definitely receive invitations. Then we'll have our chance."

So that's how it is! Your words have been a wake-up call. The reason we haven't been able to make a move is because Zhang Fan has been staying indoors all the time.

During the autumn hunt, the crowds and noise make it a good opportunity to strike.

"It's a good opportunity, but how exactly should we kill him? Martial arts are definitely out of the question; it'll make too much noise, and I'm no match for Zhang Fan."

After much thought, I decided that using poison was the safest option.

However, there are techniques to using poison. If the poison is too obvious, it will arouse the emperor's suspicion. It is best to use a poison that can be used without anyone noticing.

"My lord, I believe it is poison."

Wang Cang and Zhou Wu had the same idea.

"That's what I think too, but the use of poison shouldn't be too obvious. It's best to have a poison that can be used without anyone noticing."

Zhou Wu voiced his concerns.

"My lord, I happen to have a poison. Eating a little bit on its own will have no effect, but if it is taken with alcohol, it will surely kill you, and there will be no visible signs of poisoning."

"Oh, really?"

"Yes, sir. As you know, we often come into contact with all sorts of people. Although these people are not respectable, they all have some skills. This medicine was given to me by a traveling doctor."

"it is good."

It's like heaven is helping me! Everything is ready, and I'm just waiting for the autumn hunt.

. . . . . .

On the day of the autumn hunt, the weather was unusually clear.

This autumn hunt was also very large in scale, with royal offspring, important court officials, and many second-generation officials who were being groomed for the future participating.

Zhou Wu was naturally invited as well, but he had no interest in the autumn hunt and was just going through the motions.

Wailing Mountain, being the mountain range used by the royal family for autumn hunting, has long been closed to the public.

It is precisely because there are no outsiders to disturb it that Wailing Mountain has always been very mysterious. Not only are the vegetation and trees growing very lush, but there are also many animals.

However, because Wailing Mountain is so remote, it also hides some unseen dangers.

At the foot of the mountain, the Imperial Guards were encamped, guarding the only entrance and exit.

"Gentlemen, the autumn hunt will proceed as usual, lasting two days. Whoever hunts the most prey will be the winner and I will reward them handsomely."

The emperor was always in high spirits during the autumn hunt, and this year's hunt was larger in scale and involved more people than ever before.

"Father, this time the first prize must belong to me."

A young prince was not to be outdone.

"Your Highness, I may let you win on ordinary days, but today, the first place must be mine."

Another son of an official clearly also really wanted to be the first.

The older generation, even the emperor, watched the younger generation compete fiercely with each other, and instead of getting angry or stopping them, they were quite pleased.

Da Long rose to prominence through martial arts, and young people should be able to ride and shoot, which is also the purpose of the autumn hunt.

However, when Li Tiancheng inadvertently saw Zhou Wu, his expression turned slightly displeased.

"Zhou Wu, are you still half asleep?"

That's quite true. Zhou Wu was definitely not fully awake. He got up before dawn and traveled a long way. It's no wonder he was sleepy.

"Your Majesty, I am indeed quite sleepy. I got up before dawn and haven't had breakfast yet."

Zhou Wu's words immediately drew laughter from those around him.

"You're so young, yet you act like you're older than your age. Can't you have some of the energy that a young person should have?"

Li Tiancheng was satisfied with Zhou Wu in every way, except that he often saw that Zhou Wu lacked the vitality of a young man and was just like these old foxes, not good at expressing himself.

“I’m sleepy.”

"Hey~~~"

Li Tiancheng could only sigh helplessly.

The younger generation was somewhat disappointed to see Zhou Wu like this.

Many young people have heard some of Zhou Wu's legendary stories, but they haven't really gotten to know him because they haven't had the chance. They spend their days eating, drinking, and having fun, while Zhou Wu is either busy with important matters or, whenever he has free time, he lazes around at home. Now, seeing Zhou Wu like this, they are all disappointed.

However, the older generation of officials naturally knew that Zhou Wu was a formidable opponent. Over the years, there had been many instances of Zhou Wu fighting against overwhelming odds, and everyone had reached a tacit understanding not to provoke him easily.

Zhang Fan, on the other hand, hid to the side, trying to minimize his presence.

Zhou Wu was planning to make a move against Zhang Fan during the autumn hunt, but Zhang Fan was also planning to make a move against Zhou Wu.

"Alright, same old rules, two days. Whoever has the most haul will be the champion of this autumn hunt. Let's go."

With Li Tiancheng's command, the autumn hunt of the year officially began.

Everyone urged their horses to gallop off.