Chapter 280: Feeling Happy About Misfortune
Xiao Xiangshuo, Gao Ji and other four people knelt on the ground with their heads bowed. They could only hear Yan Yu's heartless words but could not see his expression and behavior.
When Yan Yu was thinking of a solution just now, he thought he had it under control; but now that he was actually implementing it, he realized that the firepower of the four people in front of him was too strong. After just a few rounds, he was speechless, and if he wanted to make trouble again, he could only nitpick.
After that, after several more rounds, he was unable to find any flaws.
Yan Yu waited anxiously, looking forward to it, and sighed to the sky in his heart.
Oh my God, why hasn’t Lord Ning come yet?
Could it be that my sudden inspiration was so profound that he couldn't have anticipated it?
how can that be possible?
It's unreasonable that a person full of wisdom and talent can't guess what I'm thinking, right?
If it doesn't work, find a servant and call him over directly.
Yan Yu was just about to call someone to see Lord Ning when a beautiful and elegant figure appeared in his peripheral vision and gradually approached.
He secretly cried with joy.
You can tell who it is just by looking at its temperament.
My dear Ning, you are finally here.
Ning Fengzhe walked carefully and bowed respectfully.
"Your humble servant Ning Fengzhe respectfully wishes the Emperor and King Jin the best of health."
Yan Yu's anxious heart relaxed a little, and his face became gloomy, pretending to be angry.
"Flat body, give me a seat."
Before Ning Fengzhe could get up and sit down, he started roaring.
"You want to undermine me, but you refuse to accept the seal. What exactly do you want to do? Are you trying to use me as a puppet?!"
Gao Nan was so exhausted that he could not even cry.
"Your Majesty, this humble servant..."
Yan Yu suddenly interrupted him.
"Shut up! Your words are rude and misleading. I don't want to hear you anymore!"
Ning Fengzhe knelt on the ground and listened to a few words before pleading for mercy.
"I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it."
Yan Yu was about to speak when Gao Jing took the lead.
"Don't talk about it!"
"What do you want to say? Taking advantage of someone's misfortune, or making things worse? You've caused discord between the master and his subjects, and are you satisfied? Feel free to gloat over my misfortune!"
Ning Fengzhe immediately denied it.
"That is not what I meant."
Gao Jing lowered his chin and looked at others with disdain.
"Why? You want to use your eloquence to convince us. Do you have good intentions?"
Ning Fengzhe explained.
"Under..."
Gao Jing interrupted impatiently, pointed at the door and angrily ordered them to leave.
"I told you that you shouldn't talk about it. Didn't you hear me? The Emperor Jin Palace doesn't welcome evil people. Get out!"
There was helplessness in Yan Yu's eyes, but she continued to attack.
"What do you mean? You are the only one who decides who will be welcomed and sent off at the Emperor Jin Palace. Could it be that you are the same as Gao Nan and also have the desire to be independent?"
Gao Jing was very strict in his etiquette and always gave advice and remonstrances respectfully.
"Your Majesty, please understand. This scoundrel will only do whatever he wants and sow discord between the master and his subjects. He will not do any good things. What's the point of keeping him here? I ask you to leave as a courtesy. Otherwise, I will kill him without mercy!"
Their conflict was fierce and it was difficult to persuade them with gentle words. Ning Fengzhe saw this and without hesitation, he quickly drew the sword from Gao Jing's waist and placed it across his neck. At the same time, he stood up and took two steps back, calculating the distance carefully.
Gao Jing was the first to react when his sword was taken away, and he was stunned.
"My sword!"
Yan Yu was then confused.
"Lord Ning, what are you doing?"
Xiao Xiangshuo, Gao Ji and Gao Nan looked at each other in silence, all of them doubtful.
Ning Fengzhe deeply understands that sincere words can unite people's hearts, be sincere and lasting, and gather earnest expectations.
"I sincerely followed the prince and was determined to help Yue Sheng. I didn't expect that I would accidentally cause dissension among you. To show that I have no intention of alienating you, I am willing to sacrifice my life to make my intention clear. I beg the prince not to vent his anger on anyone else!"
"With great ambitions yet to be fulfilled, he is the first one to die. This is the act of a coward. I hope you will not imitate me and concentrate on assisting the prince to achieve great things!"
While he was talking, he had noticed Gao Jing's expression, which seemed to be somewhat moved. Then he made a risky move, exerted fatal force, and killed him with one sword.
Unexpectedly, he was serious. Yan Yu was shocked and hurried to stop him.
"Stop it, my dear Ning!"
Xiao Xiangshuo and the others' eyes were also shocked, and they subconsciously wanted to save people, but the distance was limited and they were one step too late.
Gao Jing was at just the right distance. He shook the ground with his palm and flew into the air. His brocade robe fluttered in the wind. As he bent his body and circled, he kicked the sword in Ning Fengzhe's hand to the ground with the tip of his boot.
Gao Jing leaped up and steady his feet, then he picked up his sword with ease, and with a dazzling and whistling silver light, he put the sword back into the scabbard in a quick and decisive manner.
"How can you take life lightly? Lord Ning, please don't be impulsive!"
Ning Fengzhe shook his head in sorrow, conveying his despair and helplessness.
"Thank you, Lord Gao, for your help. I have made up my mind. There is no other way..."
Seeing him holding the sword again, Gao Jing hurriedly pressed down the hilt.
"I just said something wrong, let me say it again. Speaking of which, Lord Ning, if you have anything to say, just speak up!"
Ning Fengzhe's face was filled with sorrow and two tears fell from his eyes.
"Thank you, Master Gao."
Having said that, he turned to Yan Yu and bowed his head to report.
"My lords, you are all of the best, with unwavering determination. Your literary talent is as brilliant as pearls and jade, your martial arts are as proud as the sword that cuts dragons and stabs tigers, your fighting style is as powerful as the sword that breaks bamboo, and your defense is as good as the sword that stands firm and invincible."
"I beg you, Your Majesty, to place the highest priority on peace and not to dishearten your loyal subjects. I am a mediocre person and cannot provide any assistance. I voluntarily retire to the mountains and forests and not be concerned with worldly affairs. I bid you farewell and take my leave."
Yan Yu shouted loudly.
"Wait a minute, my dear Ning!"
Gao Jing stretched out his arms to block.
"Master Ning, don't leave!"
Upon hearing what the prince said, Gao Jing immediately lowered his eyes, remained silent, and took the initiative to give way.
Yan Yu understood, smiled with relief, and expressed it sincerely.
"Thanks to my beloved Ning's advice, I was able to think it through. It was indeed my fault for getting so angry. As long as my beloved Ning doesn't leave, I will let this matter go and not pursue it any further. Is that okay?"
Ning Fengzhe bowed with a calm and elegant manner, prostrating himself on the ground.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your generosity!"
Gao Ji couldn't see through Ning Fengzhe, but he sensed something from the prince's words. He then coughed a few times to signal his son.
Gao Jing understood what he meant, but instead of cooperating, he became angry and indignant.
"Lord Ning almost lost his life for us, which shows his sincerity. How can father remain indifferent?"
His thoughts were suddenly pointed out by his son. Gao Ji rolled his eyes secretly and pretended to be humble and gentle on the surface.
"Jing'er, what you said is wrong. I am deeply touched, but I have never expressed it. How can you say I am indifferent?"
Gao Jing's anger gradually subsided, but he still felt some blame.
"Then what's your intention in pretending to cough?"
Gao Ji gritted his teeth in anger.
"That was a genuine cough, there was no intention behind it."
Gao Jing didn't think much about it and apologized quickly.
"I misunderstood you, father. I'm really sorry. I hope you can forgive me."
Gao Ji forced a smile, his back teeth almost broken.
"Well, I forgive you."
Gao Nan also heard something amiss. Although he was dissatisfied, he could only keep silent because he was saved.
Thinking of the trust of the Lord, Xiao Xiangshuo naturally had no doubts and followed the prince, smiling happily.
"Now that the matter is over, Your Majesty can take back the jade and gold seals, right?"
The prince nodded, and he took the initiative to hold up the two seals and presented them respectfully, then turned to Ning Fengzhe.
"Fortunately, Lord Ning came to rescue me in time. I think the uncle was very good at foresight and guessed that I would make a mistake, so please come and plead for me?"
Ning Fengzhe nodded as he was told but didn't say anything.
"Yes."
Xiao Xiangshuo showed his respect.
"Thank you for your wisdom, Lord, and thank you for your righteousness, Lord Ning."
"By the way, why are you the only one here? Where is your uncle?"
Ning Fengzhe's eyes narrowed slightly and he answered with a faint smile.
"Lord Fang has noticed some suspicious people and has gone to see Lord Wen to explain the strategy for defense."
As he spoke, he remembered what Zhuang Shao had just said and made a suggestion.
"While Lord Fang was contemplating, he could not help but say that he found the snacks from Prince Dijin's mansion very delicious and was more thoughtful. He begged the prince to grant him permission to take them back to his mansion."
Yan Yu is thoughtful.
"Tell the kitchen to make an extra portion every day and send it to Fang Mansion on time."