Outside the temple, the dishes on the banquet table are quite good. On each table there are Baozhuang tea and snacks, two plates of Yunzi Sesame leaves, four nectar cakes, eight large silver ingots, two pieces of baked fish, and a small

Two plates of silver ingots, five kinds of fruit and wine, four colors of vegetables, two flowers, three kinds of soup, two pieces of mandarin duck rice, four points of large steamed buns, and five minutes of wine for each person. Not only that, but also a sticker on each seat

He was appointed to the official position. This was his appointment. Everyone came one after another. Looking at this posture, there is nothing unclear. If anyone does not give face to your Majesty on the first day, then your Majesty will also not give him face.

I said that everyone who has no errands must participate, so I must participate. With this pair of seats, anyone who wants to take advantage of the chaos will not be able to escape. There are eunuchs everywhere, some holding small notebooks, and some holding ink cartridges and brushes.

, this is preparing to record the roster. Many people couldn't help but change their expressions. Those who had close friends or relatives or relatives who had not arrived quickly took out their money and sent people out of the palace to deliver the message, telling them to get it no matter what.

Of course, there is no one to stop them. Not only is there no one to stop them, but it also opens the door for convenience. In the final analysis, the purpose of recording names is not to cause too much trouble.

The Prince of England sat dejectedly on the chair. Everyone looked around and saw that this table was filled with princes. Everyone looked at each other, but no one took the initiative to speak. He hummed softly and cast his eyes on a separate small table with the words

He mentioned Yunyin's name and smiled coolly. No one thought that Gan would use such means to force people to give her face. However, if her own daughter didn't come, let's see how she could be punished with face.

Man. He has finally seen what Yunyin is capable of today! If he dared to say such things on that occasion, neither mother nor daughter really had a fuel-efficient lamp.

When Lin Yutong arrived, he could smell the aroma of vegetables and meat from a distance. Today's weather is still a bit cold at night. When the food was served, no matter how delicious it was, it didn't taste good when it was cold. Everyone sitting outside the hall was

They were junior officials of the fourth rank and could not enter. None of them were sitting upright and did not dare to speak. Today was a special day. These adults must have gotten up in the middle of the night and stood outside for most of the day. After the ceremony, few dared to leave immediately.

Those who went home were all waiting in the Yamen. They had to come early in the evening and had to wait on the road. They must be very hungry. Now facing a table full of food, I can only look at it but not eat it. This feeling is simply

Cannot change CAO|Egg.

When she passed by, everyone stood up and saluted when they saw her. She tightened her cloak and felt the chill of the night wind. Seeing some old Hanlins at the table next to them with white beards and still shivering, Lin Yutong waved and waited on her side.

The eunuch said, "Go and tell me what I say, the wine on the big table outside has to be heated." Anyway, go and get rid of the cold.

"Thank you for your kindness." Everyone who heard Lin Yutong's words felt grateful.

Lin Yu nodded and couldn't say more, otherwise it would really be an invitation to buy people's hearts. He didn't wait outside and went directly inside. There were people who saluted her, and there were also people she needed to salute. For example, some old princes from the clan,

The title was the same as that of Lin Yutong, but he was the elder. Lin Yutong went to salute, but most of the responses were soft hums, and she didn't mind. Without being rude, she moved forward. She went directly to the seat next to the throne.

Sit calmly. Then close your eyes, blocking all gazes.

After waiting for about a quarter of an hour, Mr. Gan finally arrived.

Bang - bang - bang - as the sound of three quiet whips sounded in the distance, everyone knew that this was the emperor's arrival. The originally extremely quiet hall inside and outside became even more silent. Lin Yutong followed everyone,

Get up from your seat and then stand facing the direction Gan came from.

The emperor's supporter stopped outside the palace.

Everyone bowed down and shouted: "Hail, holy bow!"

The corners of Gan's lips raised and he said loudly: "All officials are exempt from courtesy!"

The chief ceremonial officer followed up and said loudly: "Your Majesty has a decree - all officials are exempt from courtesy -"

Lin Yutong thought that Gan must be enjoying this process at the moment. This feeling of superiority should be very intoxicating.

When Gan entered the main hall and took his seat, the surrounding area was still silent.

Lin Yutong didn't know what Gan would do next. Under normal circumstances, this was far from the time for the banquet. According to the process, the emperor and the officials would still have a duel. Lin Yutong had seen this situation many times, and every time

During the next big banquet, before the banquet, the fourth master would talk to some ministers. The fourth master would praise the ministers for their hard work and outstanding achievements. The ministers would praise the king's virtues and say something about peace in the world. Anyway, it is the relationship between the king and his ministers.

They flattered each other shamelessly. The Fourth Master listened and looked very happy. Although the ministers were trembling with fear, they also felt that they were very dignified and honored.

But the relationship between Gan and the minister is far from that. So, no matter how you ask, something will happen if you ask.

The night was getting darker. Mrs. Gan looked at the faces of everyone in the hall one by one. Lin Yutong thought she wanted to choose the right person to play the match. But she didn't want Mrs. Gan to directly raise her cup and follow the message.

The eunuch shouted: "Your Majesty raised his drink——"

Immediately, all the officials at each table stood up one after another. Lin Yutong also stood up and picked up the wine glass. However, the wine glass was not meant for drinking, because the wine glasses at this time were all empty and there was no wine at all. The palace There are nine nobles in the big banquet and seven in the middle banquet. You can drink wine, but not excessively, otherwise it will be excessive drinking. Therefore, during the big banquet, it is important to drink well. And when you raise the cup, why can't you drink it? It's because of the big banquet. The banquet was for Nine Lords' wine. Only the Emperor could drink the Nine Lords' wine, but as ministers, the first and fourth Lords were not allowed to drink. No one could make an exception to this rule. So, everyone raised their glasses and watched. Gan drank it.

"Your Majesty, you have finished drinking——"

Everyone then bowed and put down their wine glasses. They told Lin Yutong that this ancient etiquette was very deceptive. If you are not proficient in etiquette, you must not go to a big occasion. That was really a joke.

She was thinking a lot here, and when she sat down, the sound of music came to her ears. It was the musicians of the Jiaofang Division playing palace music. Then, a clear androgynous voice sang: "The flame essence is coming. Luck, the Holy Emperor was born. The Great Zhou Dynasty was the emperor, and Shao and Yutang were far away. The river was clear and the sea was feasting, and things were prosperous and the people were prosperous. Weijia Yiliao, virtue was conquered by Rong Qiang. Eight treasures are recommended, nine tripods are fragrant. Drums, bells, and palaces "Zheng Yangyang..." She was listening in a trance when she saw three groups of dancers coming in from outside the palace and began to dance the dance to pacify the world. They were all wearing armor, holding shields and spears in their hands, and they looked quite impressive.

Lin Yutong was lost in thought when the palace servant at the side of the table poured a glass of wine for her with a wine flask. Then she came back to her senses and looked down, and saw that all the officials were already pouring wine.

When Gan drank the second cup of wine, the musicians played imperial music. This time the officials did not have to stand up, but raised their glasses to drink together. This is etiquette. Since the Duke of Zhou established the system of ritual and music, ritual and music represent the emperor. If the legal system is out of place, it means that the etiquette will be broken and the music will collapse. Therefore, the dance music at the banquet is not just for appreciation, it also has an educational purpose.

Lin Yutong followed the crowd while drinking and watching the dance. The martial arts used to level the world are martial dances. It represents the use of martial arts to resolve disasters. The chariots and calligraphers dance together, which is called Wenwu. Wende leads to peace. Nowadays, we only see Wuwu, but not Wenwu. Lin Yutong frowned somewhat.

Three teams of dancers were dancing passionately in the hall, but when Lin Yutong looked from her seat, she could only see the heads of people moving up and down, so fast that it was difficult to see the whole picture. Slowly, she also lost interest. . She has no attainments in music, nor can she learn from the ancients' method of examining sounds to know the music, and hearing the sounds to know the music. She only felt a warmth rising in her chest after drinking the wine in the cup. The wine is good wine, and it sounds elegant. Happy, she couldn't help but tap her index finger, beat the rhythm gently on her thigh, and half-closed her eyes.

Just as he was listening attentively, he heard the chief of ceremonies shout again: "Your Majesty raises chopsticks——"

Hearing this sound, it was time to eat. Everyone picked up their chopsticks and started to move the food and wine at the banquet. It had been an hour since the food and wine had been served. After such a long time, the food and wine had naturally become cold. But even if it was cold, Who can be particular about it? In addition, everyone has been hungry for a long time, and the food tastes sweet in the mouth. And Lin Yutong has ordered that all the food is served is warm wine. It also drives away the cold.

Maybe there was the sound of music. Hidden in the sound of music, everyone began to talk. Like whispers, a buzzing sound came. This is inevitable, there are rules everywhere. Sit with your boss and colleagues and respect A glass is always in order. At this time, the atmosphere of a banquet appeared, and there was a sense of mingling and drinking.

Mr. Gan finished the wine in his glass, his face flushed a little more, and his heart felt a little proud for no reason!

Lin Yutong smiled and poured himself a glass. Gan said hurriedly: "You are injured, so don't drink too much."

But she still had to finish the Qijue wine she was supposed to drink when she came in. She smiled and said, "It's not a serious injury, it's fine!" She picked it up and took a sip.

"You're such an honest kid." Mrs. Gan smiled, "I'll have to ask the doctor to take a good look at you later."

Just as he finished speaking, he heard a voice saying: "Your Majesty, I would like to offer you a drink."

Lin Yutong followed the voice and looked over, but she didn't expect it to be the Prince of England. She frowned. This man didn't look like someone who could give up easily. Her heart suddenly lifted.

Mrs. Gan picked up the wine glass with a half-smile: "Since the Prince of England is toasting the wine, of course I have to drink it." As he said that, the wine glass was brought to his lips.

The Prince of England bowed: "My lord... do it first as a token of respect!" He raised his hands to cover his face with his sleeves and drank the wine in the glass. Then he turned the glass over to show that not a drop was left.

Lin Yutong stared at the movements of Prince Ying and saw that he was gesturing with the cup. Suddenly, the cup fell down. She was shocked. Did her hand slip? Thinking of the scene just now, it was obviously not! His fat fingers were obviously

It was released instantly. If someone missed it, people would subconsciously make a fishing action. But the Prince of England didn't!

He did it on purpose!

Lin Yutong felt a chill in her heart. She turned around and saw the dancers who were singing and dancing in the hall. Their movements seemed to have stopped, and they looked towards the falling wine glasses.

This is not normal!

Lin Yutong stood up and shouted: "Escort me!"

At the same time, the wine glass fell to the ground, and the original dancers instantly became warriors. They all threw away the shields in their hands and pulled out the front sections of the spears. Suddenly, everyone had a short sword in their hands.

Lin Yutong kicked the table in front of him out, blocking the movement of these people from rushing towards him. He rushed to Gan's side in two or two steps, trying to pull Gan away. Gan patted Lin Yutong gently: "My son

Don't worry!" There was a smell of alcohol in her mouth. She must have been a little drunk after drinking Jiujue wine. But this time was not the time to pretend to be a hero. She was about to speak, but something strange happened in the scene. Originally,

The people who were about to rush forward were stabbed to death by their companions behind them. Immediately afterwards, these people armed with short swords rushed towards the clan.

Before she could recover, there were seven tables of people in the clan, and their blood was already splattered on the spot.

If you still don't understand what happened, Lin Yutong is really stupid. Prince Ying planned to assassinate him, and the news was found out by Gan. Gan simply refused to do anything and asked his people to pretend to join Prince Ying.

Attack occurs at the critical moment. Therefore, the real killer is already dead. At this moment, the daggers flying in his hands and harvesting lives must be Gan's dead soldiers.

The ritual music stopped, and the hall fell into dead silence. Many civil servants fainted from fright. Many people were trembling with fear, and they probably peed themselves with fear. Some of them covered their mouths and tried not to spit out. There were scenes of blood everywhere. These people

Never seen it at all.

Lin Yutong could feel Gan's trembling. She probably had never witnessed such a bloody scene directly.

Mrs. Gan took a deep breath and said: "Prince An..."

The table where Prince An was sitting was not far from the top. At this time, there were twelve people at the table, and he was the only one left. He held a wine glass in his hand and sat on his seat numbly. There was breakfast in the wine glass.

He was stained by blood and could not drink. His mind went blank, and Prince Ping's head was still leaning on his shoulder. At this time, Prince Ping was already dead. The blood on his neck flowed out, and the head of Prince An was

They were all stained red. At this moment, he heard a female voice call out: "Prince An..." The voice was like a letter spit out by a poisonous snake, which made him feel afraid from the bottom of his heart.

He suddenly stood up, and Prince Ping's body lost its support and fell down instantly, startling him. He trembled, his heart seemed to be grasped by someone, and said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty..." Fear and

Respectfully, I can’t tell the difference at this moment.

Mr. Gan first scanned the people in the hall, and then said: "Do you know why everyone at that table is dead, but you are the only one alive?"

"I... I... I don't know." The sweat on King An's head was pouring down, and his body was shaking uncontrollably. His answer at this moment was definitely the most true answer. Because he had really lost his mind now.

The ability to think.

Gan's voice was not loud, but everyone in the hall should be able to hear it, "Five days ago at night, Prince Ying sent someone to find you and ask you to rebel! At that time, the messenger wrote in your hand

I asked you the word 'kill'. You didn't agree, but replied the word 'prison'. Because you didn't have murderous intentions towards me that day, then I will spare your life today."

Prince An looked at Mrs. Gan in astonishment, never expecting this! Someone contacted her, and it was not surprising that Mrs. Gan knew this. But what was really frightening was that she even had two people writing in the palm of her hand.

I know all the words clearly. This can't help but make people feel horrified.

He slowly knelt down and kowtowed to Mr. Gan: "Thank you for not killing me. From today on, I will not dare to harbor any objections!"

Mrs. Gan did not answer, but only looked at everyone. What did the other people in the hall think at this time? If they can monitor Prince An, they will naturally monitor them.

"I don't dare to have any different intentions! Your Majesty must be loyal and loyal!" All the voices in the hall were like this.

Mrs. Gan still didn't speak, but clapped her hands, followed by two people coming in from outside.

As soon as these two people came in, Lin Yutong's expression suddenly changed. Lin Yutong knew these two people. One was a servant that she and the fourth master bought after the division of labor. He usually served in the outer courtyard and was named Geng San. She also had an impression of the other person.

, when she went to Lin's house to ask for someone from Lin Changgen that night, this was the person who led her the way.
To be continued...