Where will the robbers hide Princess Li'er? No one knows. The people sent by Bai Suji came back to report that no one was found, and Wei Da's cavalry did not find anyone suspicious. Bai Suji ordered the following to continue the search and said: "

Thank you General Wei for your help in finding the princess. Our country’s manpower in Kucha is indeed limited.”

Wei Da honestly waved his hand and said, "You're welcome, it's my family's business." Ji Si felt happy after hearing this, biting her lip and lowering her head.

Bai Suji said: "I, the king, should go and pray. May the Buddha bless Princess Li'er." He took Chen Zi'ang and others, and more than ten followers on horseback, and rode out of the Qiuci Castle.

A group of people arrived at the famous Jinhua Temple in Qiuci, dismounted from their horses and walked into the temple. There were already some believers in the temple. Bai Suji meditated on the mat in front, closed his eyes, and listened to the monks chanting sutras and praying.

Seeing Bai Suji's haggard expression, Zhou Meier was also sad and said: "Although my mother is not a queen, she is my father's favorite concubine. After so many years, he still loves his mother so much."

A hanging Buddhist incense burns in the Buddhist hall, lingering under a ray of sunshine. Such a peaceful scene is enough to calm people's impetuous minds.

Two believers stood up from the mats and walked slowly to the merit box in front, holding a few small Kucha copper coins in their hands. They were probably donated to the temple. The two of them walked past Bai Suji and suddenly took out something from his arms.

Use the short knife to stab Bai Suji in the back!

It was too late for Chen Ziang to jump to the rescue, and other guards could not save him! Chen Ziang grabbed the big sword on his back with his backhand, unsheathed the sword, and threw it out with both hands!

Just when the two daggers were about to stab Bai Suji, Bai Suji also realized the danger. In desperation, he bent down to avoid the daggers' killing move!

And the sword and scabbard thrown out by Chen Ziang also hit the two assassins in the back!

Chen Ziang's internal strength at this time can be said to be the top master in the world. The two assassins' daggers failed, and even if they tried to hide, they could not avoid Chen Ziang's sword and scabbard.

The big sword slashed into the back of the assassin on the right, cutting him in half! The scabbard hit the waist of the other assassin's back! The assassin was immediately knocked down by the strong internal force.

In an instant, three more people jumped up on the mat behind the temple, drew out their daggers and rushed towards Bai Suji! Chen Ziang just jumped and kicked one of them down, and with another jump, he kicked down the second one!

The third person saw Chen Ziang knocking down four of his companions instantly, with fear in his eyes, and rushed out of the temple to escape. He was surrounded by palace guards and took him down. The worshipers had already hid in the corner.

Bai Suji stood in front of the Buddhist hall and said in a deep voice: "Bring them all here!" The guards dragged the remaining four people in front of Bai Suji. Chen Ziang saw that three of them were vomiting blood and died!

He hurriedly grabbed the last one. The man turned his head and wanted to bite his collar. When Chen Ziang pulled him away, he found a grain of poison hidden under his collar.

Bai Suji took a deep breath. Such an assassination must have come at the risk of death. He committed suicide as soon as the attack failed, leaving no clues. Fortunately, one person was still alive, so he asked: "Who sent you here?"

"

The man lowered his head. Chen Ziang pointed his finger at his temple and input a little internal force. The man's brain ached with splitting pain and he struggled under the restraints of the guards. Chen Ziang collected his internal force and said, "Answer quickly!"

The man slumped to the ground and said, "It's Boss Bai." When Chen Ziang woke up, Bai Suji said yesterday that Boss Bai had come to persuade him to surrender, and he probably wanted to assassinate King Kucha after being rejected.

Chen Ziang asked: "Did you kidnap Princess Li'er?!" The man nodded and said, "Boss Bai and the princess left Kucha Kingdom last night."

The assassin was taken down. Bai Suji sighed: "Qin Bashan really won't let us have peace." Chen Ziang thought for a while and said: "Your Majesty, there is no need to worry. A month ago, the imperial army marched north and forced him to sign the contract.

He doesn’t dare to show off openly for the time being.”

Bai Suji nodded and said: "I will strengthen the defense of Qiuci to prevent them from attacking again." Zhou Meier said anxiously: "Where is mother? What should I do with mother?!"

Chen Ziang thought for a moment and said, "I can only put this matter aside for the time being and let her suffer." Zhou Meier's expression darkened, and Ji Si lowered her head and sobbed.

Bai Suji understood the general idea and said: "My beloved concubine will also understand our difficulties!" Chen Zi'ang said: "Let Wei Xiaowei station here, on the one hand, he will organize the Huihe people in the four towns of Anxi to move north to the grassland, and on the other hand, he will

Stabilize the situation here."

Bai Suji said happily: "This is very good, I don't have to worry about Qin Bashan and others anymore!"

***

Wei Da and Ji Si stayed in Kucha to assist Bai Suji in strengthening the defense of Kucha. Chen Ziang and Zhou Meier rushed back to Luoyang to attend the court meeting.

As the war in the north forced Qin Bashan to sign a peace treaty, the merchant team in the Western Regions showed a busy scene again. The two of them saw it and were naturally relieved. They did not dare to slow down and passed by Longyou.

Road, enter Guannai Road, and then return to Luoyang City on Henan Road.

Back in Luoyang, Su Weiwei was also in the post house. Chen Ziang stepped into his yard, and Su Weiwei smiled and said: "Chen Shiyi, long time no see." Chen Ziang bowed his hands and saluted, and reported to him how he followed his second boss Xu Jingzhen and this time

Details of the battle between the north and Qin Bashan.

"Yes, Xu Jingzhen has not been arrested and brought to justice. I didn't expect him to be hiding in Luoyang!" Su Weiwei was somewhat surprised and said: "It seems that the person who designed Peony to poison our pavilion last time was also him! I didn't expect that he was actually in Luoyang.

Dare to act recklessly and coerce ministers to rebel against the imperial court!"

Chen Ziang nodded and said: "I think it's not yet time to clarify the matter. Now that the antidote to the ecstasy powder has been used for a long time, I'll allow you to investigate for a while. When the truth comes out, let the court conduct a comprehensive inspection."

"

Su Weiwei hesitated for a moment and finally made up his mind and said: "Okay, I will act according to your idea. But you must ensure the safety of the overall situation. The Queen plans to ascend the throne next year, so no trouble must occur."

It was Chen Ziang's turn to be surprised. He had been investigating the case outside, but he didn't expect the queen to plan to level up so quickly!

Su Weiwei noticed that Chen Ziang was surprised and said: "The Queen is an unparalleled female hero, and it is reasonable for her to ascend the throne." After hearing Su Weiwei's explanation, Chen Ziang calmed down a little. Although he felt that he could not dissuade the Queen from taking the throne.

, but I didn’t expect it to be so fast now.

He murmured: "Is it too fast, too hasty?" Su Weiwei said: "The Queen is already sixty-seven years old. She has worked hard for the Tang Dynasty for decades. It is not too soon to ascend the throne next year."

Chen Zi'ang said: "Isn't this a change of dynasty?" Su Weiwei was stunned and said: "Well, it will be renamed the Zhou Dynasty." He paused slightly and said: "Actually, it is not a change of dynasty. The Queen of Heaven was originally the Queen of the Li family and the Queen Mother.

.It’s just that according to the old system, her surname is Wu, not Li, so naturally we can no longer call her Tang.”

Chen Ziang nodded again and said, "Mr. Su, do you think the Queen treats the Li family well, or does she have deep feelings for the Wu family?" Su Weiwei was stunned again. He was such a sophisticated person. He naturally knew the meaning of Chen Ziang's question.

What is.

He said: "The emperor of the Li family is her biological son, and most of them are filial and respectful to the Queen. You can tell yourself which one she will have more affection for."

Hearing this, Chen Ziang slowly raised his head and said, "Master Su's words made me suddenly enlightened!" His eyes were shining with light, which made Su Weiwei nod with pleasure and said, "The Queen of Heaven has her own account in her heart. I am right.

I firmly believe this.”
Chapter completed!