EBE Chapter 453 Why Did Meng Ze Come to the Great Jin? (Bonus Chapter)
Chapter 453 Why Did Meng Ze Come to the Great Jin? (Bonus Chapter)
In a corner, Chu Yi leaned against a vermilion pillar, surveying the crowd in the hall.
He was ordered to investigate Xie Yanli's background.
But right now, there are really no clues.
Chu Yi gazed aimlessly, when he suddenly noticed an inconspicuous figure not far away.
The man was wearing an ordinary blue long robe, had a slender figure, and a very ordinary appearance.
Chu Yi narrowed his eyes slightly.
He stared at the man's movements, posture, and eyes.
The more I looked, the more shaken I became.
Familiar, too familiar.
That subtle sense of oppression, that chilling detachment hidden deep within, he had only ever seen in one other person before.
Meng Ze.
Chu Yi's eyes narrowed slightly, and his heart skipped a beat.
He secretly withdrew his gaze, his expression turning somber.
Why would Meng Ze come to the Great Jin? What is he here for?
Evening, front yard.
"My lord, the exact location where the eldest prince fell off the cliff has been found, and the details have been verified. We can set off for there first thing tomorrow morning."
Meng Ze stood with his hands behind his back in the shade of a tree. "Okay, go and prepare."
Outside the city, farmhouses.
The night was dark and the cold wind howled, stirring up the dust on the ground.
Gu Qing and Meng Niang had just finished tidying up the clutter in the house and were about to rest when a commotion suddenly broke out outside the door.
Smash it! Smash it for me!
Accompanied by harsh shouts and curses, a group of people burst into the courtyard; they were servants from the Duke of Zheng's mansion.
Seeing that Gu Qing had not gone to complain to Prince Xie, they intensified their efforts.
Holding a stick, he barged into the house without saying a word and smashed the tables, chairs, porcelain bowls, and cabinets to pieces.
The room was a mess, filled with the sounds of breaking things, shouts, and Mengniang's terrified cries, all in complete chaos.
"Gu Qing, listen to me!" the head servant shouted, pointing at his nose. "As long as you don't get out of here, we'll come back to smash things up again tomorrow! Every single day!"
Mengniang turned pale with fright, crying and shrinking into Gu Qing's arms, her whole body trembling uncontrollably.
Gu Qing hugged Mengniang tightly, gritted his teeth, and a resolute light flashed in his eyes.
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The next day.
Before dawn, only a sliver of pale light appeared on the horizon.
The back gate of the Marquis's residence quietly opened.
Meng Ze, dressed in dark gray robes, with a calm expression, mounted his horse.
Meng Chen followed closely behind, standing protectively to one side.
The two did not utter a word and headed straight for the western suburbs.
Behind a rockery not far away, a pair of cool, detached eyes quietly watched this scene.
Qin Jiuwei stood in the shadows, draped in a thin, plain silk shawl, her eyes calm and serene.
"They really are heading to the western suburbs," she whispered.
Xie Yanli nodded slightly and coldly ordered, "Take your men, prepare fast horses, and follow."
The journey was long, and gradually, the sky began to brighten.
The mountain path was rugged, and a few rays of morning light filtered through the branches, dappling the path.
Xie Yanli and Qin Jiuwei rode side by side, following Meng Ze and Qin Jiuwei at a distance, always keeping a respectful distance.
Suddenly, a strange noise came from the forest!
In the next instant, several dark figures leaped out from behind the tree like ghosts, dressed in black and masked, with cold blades, heading straight for Xie Yanli!
"There are assassins!"
Qin Jiu shouted sharply, but before he could finish speaking, the horse was already startled and neighed, becoming agitated!
Xie Yanli flipped down, drew his short knife with a backhand, and quickly engaged the assassin in combat!
The opponent attacked with incredible speed and ruthless moves; they were clearly targeting him!
His accompanying bodyguards immediately appeared and stood guard beside him.
However, the assassins were numerous and highly trained, their presence exuding a murderous aura amidst the flashing blades.
Meanwhile, Meng Ze and Meng Chen, who were on the other side of the mountain road, also heard the sudden outbreak of fierce fighting behind them.
Meng Chen's expression changed: "The commotion is behind us!"
Meng Ze felt a vague unease in his heart, so he immediately turned his horse around and galloped away.
The wind swept through the trees, amidst the clashing of blades.
He saw Xie Yanli fighting with two assassins.
Suddenly, a dark figure darted out from the side, its blade flashing coldly like frost, and viciously slashed towards Xie Yanli's neck!
This slash was delivered at a tricky angle, as fast as lightning!
Qin Jiuwei cried out in alarm from afar, "Watch out!"
Xie Yanli turned to the side too late; the sound of wind whistling behind him was ear-piercing, and a chill instantly gripped his neck!
Meng Ze's gaze turned cold. Without thinking, he suddenly lunged forward to block Xie Yanli.
Dang clang——
The sharp blade pierced through the air and plunged deep into his shoulder!
Blood splattered out, instantly soaking half of his robe.
Meng Ze groaned, his body swaying slightly, but he still managed to keep his steps steady.
He pressed down on his wound with one hand, and with the other hand, he slashed back, forcing back the enemy and protecting Xie Yanli as he retreated.
Xie Yanli turned around and saw the shocking stain of blood; his pupils constricted sharply: "You—"
Meng Ze pursed his lips and remained silent, only whispering, "Don't get distracted."
The group fought back together, their blades flashing, and the forest was thick with murderous intent.
Before long, the assassin realized that the assassination was hopeless, and a sharp whistle rang out!
The dark figure retreated swiftly like a ghost, disappearing into the dense forest in an instant.
The mountains and forests fell into a deathly silence.
On a high point in the forest, Chu Yi stood behind a rock, coldly gazing at the mountain path below.
He was the one who arranged for these assassins.
When he saw Meng Ze rush out without hesitation to save Xie Yanli, he became even more certain of his identity.
Meng Ze and Xie Yanli are father and son.
Moreover, Meng Ze already knew about this.
But Xie Yanli was still kept in the dark.
Chu Yi remained silent for a moment, then withdrew his gaze and turned to leave.