Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

"Boom!!"

Nie Shan's all-out attack did not pierce Cai Jing's chest as expected, but instead pierced deep into the imperial table!

"How can it be!"

Nie Shan's eyes widened in surprise. That distance just now shouldn't have been like that!

Why is this table pushed forward?

Cai Jing placed one hand on the armrest of the dragon throne and looked at Nie Shan with a very "kind" gaze.

"Hmph, such a petty trick. You've come all this way to assassinate him, don't you know that the dragon throne and the imperial table are riddled with traps?"

After the "Axe and Candle Shadow" incident, to prevent assassination attempts, Emperor Taizong secretly commissioned the creation of a specially made dragon throne and imperial table, which could save his life in a critical situation. However, this was a fact that most people were unaware of.

"Catch assassins!"

The eunuchs around him realized what was happening, but they were mostly weak and powerless, and dared not step forward.

The officials below the stage were also startled by what they saw!

No, Nie Shan, are you out of your mind?! Why are you trying to assassinate me?!

If you kill Cai Jing, then what about us who surrendered?

Of all the officials in the court, you're the only one who's loyal, aren't you!

"The thief is bold!"

But Cai Jing's loyal followers wouldn't tolerate Nie Shan. Nie Shan quickly regained his senses and prepared to draw his dagger to stab again, but suddenly heard the sound of a sharp weapon cutting through the air and a loud shout behind him!

He knew that if he didn't dodge, he would definitely be injured by what was behind him. At this moment, the distance between Cai Jing's dragon throne and him increased, and he couldn't hit Cai Jing!

Left with no other choice, he had to give up on drawing the dagger and turn to dodge to the side!

"Boom!!!"

Just as he dodged, a flying axe landed where he had been standing, cutting deep into the imperial table. If Nie Shan hadn't dodged, he would probably have had his spine severed by that axe by now!

"Your Majesty, do not worry, Cheng Ziming is here!"

With blond hair and golden armor, Cheng Ziming leaped up from below and kicked Nie Shan in mid-air!

"Oh!"

This kick was solid; even though Nie Shan tried to block it with his arms, he was still kicked off the steps by the immense force!

"How dare you, Nie Shan, attempt an assassination in the imperial court! Guards! Seize him!"

Seeing Nie Shan tumble down in a somewhat disheveled state, someone in the court seized the opportunity and shouted loudly.

After Nie Shan rolled down, he landed right near his hat. He did a forward roll, grabbed his hat, and then forcefully shot out two flying needles!

"Whizzing!"

The two flying needles were very fast, and their tips were flashing with an eerie blue light. This made Cheng Ziming dare not be careless. He hurriedly pulled out his flying axe to block them and instinctively ducked to avoid them!

"clang!"

He did manage to block the first flying needle, but after he ducked, he sensed something was wrong, because the second needle seemed to graz his temple and fly behind him!

Behind me, right behind me is Cai Jing!

"Your Majesty!"

Cheng Ziming was shocked. He was doomed. If Cai Jing died, he would definitely be blamed for failing to protect him properly!

He quickly turned his head, wanting to check on Cai Jing's condition.

When he turned around, his face turned pale!

Cai Jing slumped on the dragon throne with his head down, and a flying needle landed on his chest!

"Your Majesty!!"

Cheng Ziming was shocked! No way, is it really that unlucky? Cai Jing got infected?

"Hahahaha!"

At this moment, Nie Shan slowly stood up. Although his hair was disheveled and his forehead was covered in blood, he looked like a madman!

But he didn't care about his own situation at all. Seeing Cheng Ziming's eagerness as he rushed towards Cai Jing, Nie Shan was sure he had succeeded. So he waved his hat forcefully and looked at Cheng Ziming mockingly:

"Is this how you act as a bodyguard? Thank you so much!"

Then, without waiting for Cheng Ziming's reply, he turned to look at the assembled ministers, his tone filled with disdain:

"Weren't you just trying to arrest me? Here I am, come and arrest me!"

"Cai Jing is finished. Who do you want to serve next? Hmm?"

"You are all cowards who fear death! You are indulging in frivolous pursuits and neglecting your duties! Where do you have any backbone as scholars of the Great Song Dynasty?"

“I killed Cai Jing without hesitation, but what about you? What have you done?”

Seeing Nie Shan's somewhat crazed appearance, the courtiers all lowered their heads, not daring to meet his gaze.

This guy is terrifying! How could he dare to do that?!

"Nie Shan, do you think you killed me?"

Just as Nie Shan was feeling refreshed, he suddenly heard Cai Jing's voice behind him.

"what?!"

Nie Shan was shocked and quickly turned around. He saw Cai Jing standing on the imperial steps with Cheng Ziming's help, his own flying needle still stuck in his chest.

"Impossible! You... weren't you hit by a needle?"

Nie Shan was surprised; hadn't he fallen for the trick?

"I forgot to tell you, ever since I went to court, I have been wearing double layers of soft armor under my clothes, so arrows can't get in even if they're flying. Let alone your flying needle."

Cai Jing remained calm. If Nie Shan were to use his brain, he might find it a bit troublesome, since old age doesn't rely on physical strength, and he was ultimately old and couldn't compare to the young.

"You traitor Nie Shan! You think you can assassinate the Emperor? Guards! Kill Nie Shan immediately!"

"That's right! Nie Shan, you brat, His Majesty is the Son of Heaven, protected by the Mandate of Heaven. He is not someone you can harm!"

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When everyone saw that Cai Jing was alright, they were relieved and began to scold Nie Shan.

"These flying needles are quite well-polished. It's a pity, my Great Lai Kingdom doesn't need blacksmiths. Let's see if there's a place for them in the underworld!"

Cai Jing pulled the flying needle out of his chest and examined its design, discovering that it was indeed quite technically sophisticated.

In his view, the overall situation was now settled, and since Nie Shan wanted to kill him, he would grant his wish!

"Cai Jing! Don't be too happy yet. Everyone in the world knows you are a traitor. Although I, Nie Shan, have failed today, the people who come next time will surely succeed!"

Nie Shan was certain he was going to die, so he said whatever came to mind.

"Success? You mean those people who spend all day writing memorials criticizing me?"

Cai Jing casually tossed away the flying needles, looking disdainful.

"Their memorials have already been used to cook or stew soup. They curse from night to dawn, and from dawn to night. How could they possibly curse me to death?"

"If you could curse me to death, I wouldn't have sent you here to die. But don't worry, if you go down today, I'll send those people down to keep you company tomorrow!"

Cai Jing's words revealed boundless murderous intent. He wondered if he had been too merciful. It seemed that Bianjing would soon be a scene of bloodshed and countless heads rolling in!

"Hey hey hey..."

Nie Shan's expression changed for a moment, then he sneered.

"Cai Jing, do you really think you've won?"

"What, you have another trick up your sleeve?"

Cai Jing felt that everything was now under his control, and he wanted to see what Nie Shan was up to.

"Just now, did you touch my throwing needles with your hand? Both of these needles are highly poisonous!"

Nie Shan sneered, pointed at Cai Jing, and finally shouted:

"You scoundrel! I'll be waiting for you in the underworld!"

After saying that, he suddenly turned around and accelerated, preparing to crash into the pillars inside the hall!

Even if he dies, he won't die at Cai Jing's hands!

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