GBP Chapter 511 Changes
Chapter 511 Changes
Yes, if the emperor's men were sent, Wei Zhongxian would definitely not be convinced, since the emperor could fabricate the truth. If Wei Zhongxian's men were sent instead...
The Emperor wouldn't be willing, since Wei Zhongxian's men would lie, so naturally Zhao Beixing was the most suitable candidate.
In fact, Zhao Beixing had not expected that at this critical juncture, Chen Er's words would save his life. Zhao Beixing was about to be executed.
After all, it's incredibly difficult for someone thrown into the Heavenly Prison to get out, so it wasn't long before Zhao Beixing was brought out in shackles by the Imperial Guards.
Zhao Beixing had changed so much; his former aloofness was completely gone. It all seemed to have happened in just a few short days.
Zhao Beixing looked as if centuries had passed; his hair had turned white, and he walked with a trembling gait. Zhao Beixing was already in shackles and wanted to kneel down, but Chen Er stopped him.
"Lord Zhao Beixing, I know you still resent me, but now is the time for you to lead your team and make a name for yourself. You will represent the Emperor to go to the Jiangnan region to investigate the situation."
"It would be best if you could bring a few villagers over, and then you can clear my name."
Chen Er's words shocked Zhao Beixing. Zhao Beixing hadn't expected that he would still be alive this time, entirely because of Chen Er's idea.
So Zhao Beixing glanced at Chen Er from outside, and at this moment the emperor still said something lightly.
"This matter will be handled by Zhao Beixing. Zhao Beixing should prepare a clean set of clothes. Of course, his official rank should be lowered. It would be best to send a few people to protect Zhao Beixing's safety along the way."
This time, Zhao Beixing didn't go alone, because it would be dangerous for him to go alone.
Zhao Beixing is just the leader this time, just like Chen Er and Zhang Shaoqing just now, so it is necessary to send a few people to protect Zhao Beixing's safety.
The Emperor sent two eunuchs, Wei Zhongxian sent one of the Five Tiger Generals, and there was also a bodyguard with a sword.
At this moment, Zhao Beixing felt like he was dreaming. Of course, before leaving, Wei Zhongxian glanced at Zhao Beixing, and that was the look in Wei Zhongxian's eyes.
It was like an eagle, almost scaring Zhao Beixing so much he peed his pants. Zhao Beixing was now down on his luck and no longer had the official airs he once had.
In fact, Zhao Beixing didn't care at all about Wei Zhongxian's threat. If Chen Er hadn't brought it up the first time, and Zhao Beixing hadn't taken the lead, he would have been fine.
So Zhao Beixing might be killed by the emperor in a few days, and then Zhao Beixing would have no chance at all.
When we look at Wei Zhongxian, at the beginning, when Zhao Beixing and Wei Zhongxian teamed up, their relationship was incredibly good. They were like brothers.
During this period, Zhao Beixing had given Wei Zhongxian many benefits, but now, ever since Zhao Beixing was imprisoned, Wei Zhongxian has never visited him once, which has made Zhao Beixing resentful.
Therefore, Zhao Beixing knew what he should do next. If he could seize the opportunity this time, he might be able to redeem himself after being punished.
Even if he and Chen Er were to escape from the prison, this would still be Zhao Beixing's last chance to turn his life around. At that time, Zhao Beixing kowtowed to the emperor.
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will handle this matter impartially and I will not let Chen Er down."
Zhao Beixing's words made Wei Zhongxian frown. However, with the Emperor present, Wei Zhongxian couldn't say much, as he knew very well that Zhao Beixing had changed too much.
It was as if everyone in the prison was contemplating life. Wei Zhongxian sneered inwardly, not believing that Sun Yunhe would be that stupid.
Although the idea was good—killing so many civilians could temporarily capture Chen Er—the price was far too high.
Wei Zhongxian was also unwilling to believe that Sun Yunhe, who had done such a thing, would still be found to provide evidence by Chen Er.
Wei Zhongxian was unaware that all the people in the Jiangnan region already knew about this matter.
The consequences were predictable; once Zhao Beixing set off, the matter was temporarily put to rest.
However, the Emperor did not leave. Instead, he spoke with Chen Er for a few words: "Should we move our plan forward? As long as we can get the war power of the Eastern Depot to you, that will be fine."
The Emperor's words made Chen Er think for a moment, and Chen Er felt that it might not be impossible. So just as everyone was preparing to leave, the Emperor spoke again.
"Please don't leave yet, everyone. I have something else to say." The Emperor's words left the civil and military officials very puzzled, as there had been so many things to discuss today.
They had already wasted most of their day, but the Emperor had business to attend to, so they couldn't just leave. Wei Zhongxian had originally intended to leave with the Empress Dowager to go back and think about how to deal with Chen Er.
But upon hearing the emperor say this, Wei Zhongxian had a bad feeling.
Wei Zhongxian was that shrewd and calculating; every time, he seemed to have a premonition.
"Your Majesty, I feel that the Emperor wants to deal with me. I hope Your Majesty can stand up for me."
After thinking for a moment, Wei Zhongxian explained to the Empress Dowager in this way because he knew that no matter how the Emperor dealt with him, he would be safe.
As long as he clings tightly to the Empress Dowager, what does it matter to him even if the Emperor turns the Ming Dynasty upside down?
The Empress Dowager immediately laughed: "Wei Zhongxian, don't worry, I have seen through the Emperor. I am very disappointed in the Emperor. If the Emperor dares to deal with you, I will definitely make him pay."
The Empress Dowager was also a little angry because she had encountered a lot of things today. She had finally made up her mind to put the Emperor under house arrest.
However, Zhang Xingchen changed his mind in the end. The Empress Dowager really wanted to see what the Emperor would do next. At this moment, the Emperor smiled indifferently and turned his gaze to Zhang Shaoqing.
“Zhang Shaoqing is the Minister of War of our Great Ming Dynasty, but in recent years he has not held any military power. Naturally, I want to restore his former power, so I have temporarily handed over the Imperial Guards to Zhang Shaoqing to manage.”
The Emperor's words were like a thunderclap, leaving the civil and military officials speechless. They never expected that the Emperor would ask them to stay, actually because he was willingly handing over the Imperial Guards.
They knew perfectly well that the Emperor had been able to survive so many disasters precisely because of the Imperial Guards he commanded.