Chang'an City was the capital of the Tang Dynasty, with a population of over one million. In such a large city, there were many new things happening every day.

The prince murdered courtiers and openly committed murder in the palace. He acted so arrogantly and domineeringly. This matter will definitely be ranked first on the hot search list in Chang'an City.

Gu Qing was carried into the Jingzhao Mansion Yamen for interrogation. People in Chang'an City who got the news rushed to Jingzhao Mansion.

Jingzhao Prefecture Yin has always been a two-faced character. He is said to be a parent official of the imperial city, but in fact he dares not take care of anyone. There are as many dignitaries as dogs in Chang'an, and ministers and ministers are everywhere. Who does the little Jingzhao Prefecture Yin dare to take care of?

The matter involved a prince, and Gu Qing was the long history of Zuo Wei. Although the governor of Jingzhao was a fourth-rank official, he did not dare to judge the case casually, so after inviting Gu Qing to the inner hall, the governor asked a few questions in a very polite manner.

After what happened, he summoned the assistant from Jingzhao Mansion to assess the injuries to Gu Qing.

Gu Qing, however, behaved quite silently. He lay on the soft bag with his eyes half-closed and half-opened, looking like he was dying. He allowed Wuzuo to test him over and over again. He just cooperated passively, but the governor asked him what happened.

After passing by, Gu Qing never said a word. Finally, when he was asked angrily, Gu Qing insisted that he accidentally scratched himself on Chang'an Avenue and that it had nothing to do with anyone.

The governor smiled and stroked his beard, expressing his understanding of Gu Qing's nonsense.

If he was stabbed a few times by the prince, he would probably not dare to talk nonsense. If he wanted to save his life, he had better keep his mouth shut.

One more thing is worse than one less thing. If the culprit does not expose the case, the governor will naturally not pursue it. No matter what grudges Gu Qing has with Prince Ji, the governor does not want to participate in the excavation work at all. So the governor ordered the government officials to record Gu Qing's confession in detail. After submitting the document and asking Gu Qinghua to sign it, the case was settled in Jingzhao Mansion.

As for what kind of turmoil this incident will cause, that is a matter between King Ji and Gu Qing, and the governor has nothing to do with it. With Gu Qing's confession, the governor can get him out.

As soon as the confession was finished, the officer hurried in and reported that Zhang Jiuzhang, the minister of Honglu Temple, and Li Guangbi, the Zuowei Zuolang general, were visiting.

The governor of Jingzhao understood clearly, smiled slightly, and ordered Gu Qing to be carefully carried out.

Outside the government office, Zhang Jiuzhang and Li Guangbi were pacing back and forth anxiously. Seeing Gu Qing being carried out, they hurriedly stepped forward to greet him. Seeing Gu Qing's miserable condition, Li Guangbi couldn't help stamping his feet angrily: "You are so reckless! How could you..."

Before he finished speaking, Zhang Jiuzhang gave him a side kick like a crab, and Li Guangbi hurriedly shut up.

The governor of Jingzhao stood at the door of the government office and smiled. He didn't hear anything. Hehe, he didn't hear anything...

Zhang Jiuzhang's expression remained unchanged. He met with the governor and knew that Gu Qing had completed the court process in the government office and could go home. Zhang Jiuzhang ordered his servants to carefully lift Gu Qing and said goodbye to the governor with a smile.

Gu Qing lay drowsily on the soft bag, while Zhang Jiuzhang and Li Guangbi were silent all the way, hurriedly walking through the bustling city of Chang'an with gloomy faces.

"Go to my house and don't look back at Qing's house." Zhang Jiuzhang said calmly.

Gu Qing opened his eyes and said, "Why?"

"The city of Chang'an is full of storms, and your feud with King Ji has been stalemate. I'm afraid that King Ji will take the risk and try to kill you again, so you stay in my house to recuperate. At least King Ji doesn't have the guts to attack the mansion of Honglu Temple Minister.

"

Gu Qing smiled laboriously, did not argue, and let his servants carry him up to Zhang Jiuzhang's house.

In fact, Gu Qing was sure that King Ji would never dare to take any action. At this time, King Ji would probably be jumping around in the palace and shouting curses. It was inevitable that he would bring out the female ancestors of the Gu family and insult them one by one, but King Ji should worry about it next.

The question is how to survive this crisis. He has no way to protect himself.

Zhang Jiuzhang's residence is a bit far from the Jingzhao Mansion Office, but the strange thing is that Zhang Jiuzhang did not arrange a carriage, but insisted on walking.

Carrying Gu Qing hurriedly through the city, attracting passersby to watch and point. Gu Qing roughly understood the meaning of Zhang Jiuzhang's insistence on walking. This was also to protect Gu Qing's safety. If everyone in Chang'an knew that Gu Qing lived in Zhang Jiuzhang's house, they should

No one dared to attack Gu Qing again.

While walking in a hurry, Zhang Jiuzhang looked at Gu Qing's face and said, "Gu Qing, can you still hold on?"

Gu Qing smiled and said: "It's okay."

"Is it true that, as the rumors say, King Ji harmed you in the palace?"

Gu Qing smiled and said: "No, I stabbed myself. King Ji never even touched me."

Zhang Jiuzhang was shocked and paused, then his expression returned to normal and he continued walking forward.

"What is your purpose for committing suicide in the palace?" Zhang Jiuzhang said in a deep voice.

"I don't want to let King Ji off easily."

"for what?"

"For you and the personal guards in Uncle Li's house, and for the heroes who died fighting alongside me, I have to give them an explanation."

Zhang Jiuzhang said with emotion: "Just for this?"

Gu Qing nodded firmly: "Just for this."

Zhang Jiuzhang was silent for a moment and said: "In fact, His Majesty has made a decree to drive King Ji out of Chang'an and return to Jiangzhou..."

Gu Qing shook his head and said slowly: "The punishment is neither painful nor itchy. I just punish myself with three cups, which is not enough. Dozens of Paoze died in the battle. The price paid by King Ji is too small, and I am not willing to accept it."

Zhang Jiuzhang sighed: "If it is confirmed that King Ji harmed you today, I'm afraid it will be really difficult for him to escape. The city of Chang'an is full of storms. No matter how partial your majesty is to the prince, he will not be able to hide the public opinion of the world."

Li Guangbi, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly said angrily: "Zhuzi, you are so cruel to yourself. You said you wanted to add another fire to this case. I thought you had some other ideas. Who knew you could actually do this?"

Go to the palace and stab yourself twice. Is this what you want? A bitter trick?"

Gu Qing smiled bitterly and said: "I am humble and humble, and I am powerless. There is no other way. I know this is a bad plan, but I have to avenge myself. After doing this, I will be able to account for the spirits of these heroes in heaven."

,I can sleep peacefully from now on.”

Zhang Jiuzhang sighed: "There are many young men in Chang'an who are playboys. In terms of perseverance in mind and determination in actions, Gu Qing, you are the only person I have ever seen in my life who is ruthless to myself. You will definitely achieve great things in the future."

Everyone carried Gu Qing and hurried to Zhang Jiuzhang's house. After entering, Zhang Jiuzhang ordered the butler to close the door and thank the guests. From today onwards, no guests will be seen unless there is a decree from the palace.

A remote room was arranged for Gu Qing in the backyard. Zhang Jiuzhang ordered someone to call a doctor, and the servants worked hard to cleanse and change Gu Qing's clothes.

After handling the matter smoothly, Zhang Jiuzhang stood in front of the bed, stroked his beard and said in a deep voice: "This matter must have been reported to Xingqing Palace. Soon, the emperor will definitely summon you. When you are recovering from your injuries, you will have time to think about how to respond to the emperor's questions. Remember

Your speech must be watertight, otherwise if you say the wrong word, it will be self-defeating and backfire on you."

Gu Qing struggled to get up and said, "Thank you very much, my second uncle, for your generous help. My grandnephew is tired of your troubles."

Zhang Jiuzhang smiled and said: "It doesn't matter, you have been taking care of it all by yourself from beginning to end. Gu Qing, I know that you have a lonely temperament and are not used to asking for help from others. But in the temple, you don't have to take care of some things by yourself. You have an old friend in Chang'an."

, If you have friends, there is no shame in asking for help from old friends.”

Gu Qing smiled and said: "If anything happens in the future, my grandnephew will definitely ask my second uncle for help..."

Before he finished speaking, the wound on his body was suddenly pulled, and there was a sharp pain. Gu Qing's face turned pale from the pain, and he took a breath of cold air. Zhang Jiuzhang said hurriedly: "Get down quickly, don't talk more, heal the injury first."

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Gu Qing was lying on the bed. Zhang Jiuzhang looked at the hideous wound about a foot long on Gu Qing's back. He couldn't help but feel sad in his heart and said with pity: "How did you get the wound on your back?"

Gu Qing chuckled: "My second uncle can't figure out how to get hurt, let alone others. This makes it more and more certain that I was harmed in the palace."

Zhang Jiuzhang sighed: "If those who died in the battle are alive in heaven, they will be proud to fight side by side with you. Gu Qing, at this moment, even I feel that it is an honor to fight for you. No matter life or death, you will give everything to your friends."

A perfect explanation.”

Gu Qing said tiredly: "Just try your best. Those who die will eventually die."

Zhang Jiuzhang said in a deep voice: "Don't think too much, take good care of your injuries. Next, I will contact the censor. You have reached this point. It is up to me to do the rest. I will definitely kill King Ji."

The matter must be true, otherwise the knife on you will be in vain."

After Zhang Jiuzhang left, Gu Qing fell into a deep sleep. He didn't know how long he slept. When he woke up, it was pitch dark outside. He didn't know what time it was in the middle of the night.

His nose smelled a faint orchid-like fragrance. Gu Qing turned around and saw Zhang Huaijin sitting beside his bed, half-lying on the edge of the bed and dozing off. Her cheeks were covered with dried tears and her hair was a little messy.

, obviously she had been sitting for a long time, waiting quietly for him to wake up.

Gu Qing lay on his stomach for too long and felt a little uncomfortable. His chest felt tight and he moved his body involuntarily.

The slight movement immediately woke up Zhang Huaijin. She looked up suddenly and saw Gu Qing opening his eyes. She said in surprise: "Brother Gu, are you awake?"

"No, you are wrong, I did not wake up. Only my despicable soul woke up, my scarred body is still sleeping..."

Zhang Huaijin was stunned and put his hand to test his forehead: "Brother Gu, what are you talking about? Do you want to call the doctor?"

Gu Qing sighed: "No need, it's just a skin injury, not that serious. You can go back to your room and sleep. It's not too bad for a man and a woman to be together in the same room in the middle of the night... huh? That's not right. We are brothers. What are you afraid of?

?”

Zhang Huaijin blinked and said with a smile: "Yes, we are brothers, there is no need to avoid others."

"I'm hungry, get me something to eat." Since they are brothers, Gu Qing doesn't have to be too polite.

Zhang Huaijin took a bowl of porridge from the low table next to him and said, "It's a bit cold. I'll ask my servant to heat it up for you."

Gu Qing turned his head and glanced at the bland rice porridge, and said with disgust: "I won't eat this."

"What do you want to eat?"

"Roast leg of lamb, stuffed with grapes."

Zhang Huaijin said in embarrassment: "Isn't it good? You are injured, and the doctor said you should have a light diet..."

"Nonsense, injured people need nutrition. Eating a lot of meat can help them recover faster. Drinking alcohol can kill the toxins in the body and help the wounds to heal and scab. If the doctor's words are effective, why do so many people die every year in the Tang Dynasty?

"Gu Qing gave her some popular science in a serious manner.

Zhang Huaijin's eyes widened: "Yes, is that so?"

Gu Qing said calmly: "You can refute me if what I just said is wrong."

Zhang Huaijin was confused: "It seems... very reasonable, but I can't refute it..."

Gu Qing said with a straight face: "Second brother, when did I lie to you? Go and get something to eat, quietly wake up the cook at your house, don't make any noise, the leg of lamb must be marinated and roasted until golden on both sides, and the grape stuffing must be from the Western Regions

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To be continued...