However, for Concubine Rong to rise from being the daughter of a bricklayer to the emperor's favorite concubine, her personal skills and abilities must have been very strong.

She is also definitely an ambitious person.

But unfortunately, firstly, she had no children, and secondly, the Rong family had no one in the court.

Its foundation is like duckweed in the wind, unstable from day to day.

If Zhao Zhen leaves one day and the new emperor ascends the throne,

All the splendor and wealth that Rong Guifei possessed could disappear at any moment.

This is absolutely unacceptable to an ambitious woman.

So when Prince Yan and Prince Yong contacted her privately, she agreed without hesitation.

If this could be accomplished, she wouldn't have to rely on anyone anymore.

I have to say, Ming Er really likes to joke.

Because of Lu Xiao's existence, the tragedy that should have happened to Concubine Rong's sister in the original novel did not happen, but Concubine Rong herself still embarked on this path of no return.

Outside the Funing Palace, the gate was being installed with a loud clang.

It looked like it couldn't hold on for much longer.

Inside Funing Palace, Zhao Zhen sat at the table with an angry look on his face, his eyes filled with resentment.

Beside him, Concubine Liu, who was already eight months pregnant, and the Queen also looked worried.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, the rebels have surrounded Funing Palace and are pounding on the door. I'm afraid they won't hold out for much longer."

Zhao Zhen suppressed his anger and asked.

"Is there anyone else leaving the palace?"

The man immediately replied, "Your Majesty, the entire palace is now filled with rebels. They have barricaded every gate to the palace. I'm afraid there's no other way out."

When these words were spoken, everyone in the room panicked.

There are only about a hundred imperial guards guarding the Funing Palace.

But there are more than ten thousand rebels outside the gate.

At this moment, in this situation, it can be said that there is absolutely no hope.

After thinking for a long time, Zhao Zhen looked up at the officials in the hall and called out a name.

"Where is Commander Lin?"

Chapter 286: Attacking in the East and Attacking in the West

Hearing his name, Commander Lin of the Imperial Guards immediately stepped forward.

"I'm here!"

Zhao Zhen asked directly, "With your current skills, are you sure you can escort someone out of the palace?"

Commander Lin immediately said, "Your Majesty, rest assured. Even if I die, I will escort you safely out of the palace."

Commander Lin was already quite skilled, and after practicing the technique Lu Xiao taught him, his strength became several times stronger than before.

Although there are many rebels in the palace at this moment, they cannot fill the entire palace.

So if he was only asked to protect one person, he would have some confidence.

But after hearing what he said, Zhao Zhen shook his head.

"I'm not asking you to escort me. I want you to escort Concubine Liu and her son out of the palace. Are you sure you can do that?"

Upon hearing this, Concubine Liu cried out in tears.

"No, Your Majesty, I will not leave. I will stand with you!"

Zhao Zhen immediately turned around and said seriously, "Calm down. Listen to me. I'm not young anymore. I've been emperor for so many years. You and your unborn child are the most important things to me now. Don't let your feelings get in the way right now. Otherwise, I won't be able to rest in peace."

This is the truth.

I finally have a son so I don't have to die without a family line.

At this moment, as long as Concubine Liu and her unborn child could leave the palace safely, everything else was of no importance to Zhao Zhen.

He has a living bloodline, so even if Prince Yong and Prince Yan's plan succeeds today, there will be someone to help his son restore order in the future.

There is absolutely no way the Zhao Kingdom will fall into the hands of these two traitors.

After hearing Zhao Zhen's serious words, Concubine Liu finally wiped her tears and nodded.

"I understand."

Zhao Zhen really liked Concubine Liu's understanding. The more they struggled at this moment, the worse the situation would be for them.

Then he asked Commander Xiang Lin again.

"Are you sure?"

At this moment, Commander Lin looked at Concubine Liu and finally gritted his teeth and said.

"I am willing to risk my life and give it a try."

Escorting a pregnant woman is different from escorting an adult man.

The difficulty can be said to have increased several times in an instant.

But staying here now would only mean death, so it would be better to give it a try.

When Commander Lin said this, he really meant to risk his life.

Zhao Zhen also realized that his request was somewhat embarrassing, so he said.

"Just try your best. If you fail, it's fate. I don't blame you. But if you succeed in leaving the palace, immediately go to Jiangnan to find Lu Xiao. He has extraordinary abilities and will definitely be able to protect my son."

Zhao Zhen had a blind confidence in Lu Xiao.

But at this moment, a voice suddenly rang out in the hall.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to escort the Empress and the Crown Prince together with Commander Lin."

When these words came out, everyone was stunned.

If I remember correctly, everyone in Funing Hall today should be civil officials. After all, today's discussion is about the Crown Prince's enthronement ceremony, and military officers have no right to interrupt.

Everyone suddenly became curious.

Which civil servant is so brave?

Then the group saw a young man in his twenties walk out.

After seeing him, everyone's faces immediately showed a look of realization.

The person who came out was the second son of Ningyuan Marquis, Gu Tingye, who had just recently passed the imperial examination and won the second-class jinshi degree.

Gu Tingye went to Yangzhou only to pay respects to his grandfather, so he came back early.

The Ningyuan Marquis family has been in the military for generations, so it's no surprise that their son is so brave.

After seeing Gu Tingye come out, Zhao Zhen's face showed a rare hint of joy.

Because he knew that Gu Tingye was very good at fighting.

Commander Lin alone might not be able to complete this task, but if Gu Tingye is added, it will be a different story.

The success rate can definitely be improved a lot.

"Alright, alright! Then you and Commander Lin will escort the mother and son away. When the gates of Funing Palace are broken open, I and the other guards will pretend to break out. We will attract the rebels' attention at the main gate, and you will take the opportunity to leave through the back door."

Time is running out, there is really no time for polite conversation.

Gu Tingye and Commander Lin could naturally see the situation clearly, so they spoke at the same time.

"Yes, I obey your command!"

Afterwards, several people began to prepare.

There are about a hundred guards in the Funing Palace.

Although they were not as numerous as the rebels, they were responsible for the emperor's security and were naturally the elite of the elite.

Even if I can't beat ten people alone, it's almost the same.

A moment later, the three people, having changed their clothes, reappeared in the hall.

Gu Tingye and Commander Lin were both dressed simply.

Although armor can increase defense, it will also affect the two people's skills.

As for Concubine Liu, she wore a loose palace maid's uniform.

This set of clothes came from a fat nanny beside the queen.

More than 200 kilograms.

Although it cannot completely hide Concubine Liu's big belly, it has some effect.

If you don't pay attention, you won't really be able to see it.

After everything was ready, everyone waited anxiously.

Finally, after about an hour, the gate of Funing Palace was broken open by the rebels.

At the same time, Zhao Zhen, who had already put on his armor, immediately shouted, holding his sword.

"My dear ministers, follow me to kill the thieves!"

The moment he finished speaking, Zhao Zhenren rushed out, wielding his sword and striking down the two fastest-moving rebels.

This scene stunned all the officials in Funing Palace and the rebels.

When did Your Majesty acquire such military power?

Not to mention them, even Zhao Zhen himself didn't expect it.

Before today, he had been practicing Lu Xiao's technique every day, never giving up for a single day.

His current combat power is actually quite good.

In other words, Zhao Zhen himself had not learned any martial arts techniques, otherwise he would definitely have a chance of breaking out on his own.

Of course, it's just hope.

If you face too many enemies at the same time, it will definitely not work.

Then both sides reacted immediately.

Seeing His Majesty leading the charge with such impressive power, the Imperial Guards naturally became more motivated and charged forward without hesitation.

For a moment, they were able to suppress the rebel army that far outnumbered them.

It looked like Zhao Zhen and the others were about to rush out of Funing Palace.

The general in charge of the rebels finally panicked (Li Dehao).

He immediately shouted loudly: "Come, come quickly, the emperor is here, don't let him escape."

After hearing the general's voice, the rebels near Funing Palace immediately began to gather towards the main gate.

The feint to the east and attack to the west was successful.

No one noticed that at this moment, three figures were sneaking away from the back door.

As the commander of the imperial guards, Commander Lin naturally knew more about the various secret routes within the palace than the rebels.

The three of them continued to hide and dodge along the way, and finally arrived at Xuande Gate without any danger.

However, the Xuande Gate was now firmly shut, with hundreds of rebels guarding the entrance. If they wanted to escape, they had no other choice but to storm through.

Seeing this, Gu Tingye and Commander Lin looked at each other and made a tacit decision.

After the two men had placed Concubine Liu in a safe place nearby, they proceeded to kill her with a knife and a gun.

Meanwhile, in Funing Palace, Zhao Zhen was eventually forced back into the courtyard by the rebels.

Chapter 287 A Critical Moment

At this moment, Zhao Zhen was covered in blood, and it was unclear whether it was his own or the rebels'.

Being forced back to Funing Palace, he was not depressed at all, and even had a smile on his face.

Because he knew that the rebels had not yet discovered that Concubine Liu and the others were missing.

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