novelSusiti Chapter 21 Li Hui takes orders, Nanzhong’s secret conspiracy
Chapter 21 Li Hui takes orders, Nanzhong’s secret conspiracy
The sky was just beginning to lighten.
Inside Zhuge Liang's camp.
Morning light shone through the curtains.
It was sprinkled around the bed.
Li Yan was able to sit up with difficulty.
His complexion was still pale.
However, the bluish-purple color had disappeared.
His breathing also became much more stable.
He was taking the herbal medicine that Hu Miao handed him.
He drank it all in one gulp.
"Thank you, Dr. Hu."
Li Yan put down the medicine bowl.
The voice was soft, but full of gratitude.
"If it weren't for you and the Prime Minister, I, Li, would have long since turned to dust."
Hu Miao bowed respectfully.
In a calm tone: "General Li, you flatter me."
"Saving lives and healing the wounded is the duty of a doctor."
"Moreover, this was all thanks to the Prime Minister risking his life to retrieve the Ice Lotus."
Zhuge Liang gently waved his feather fan.
Standing in the tent.
His gaze fell on Li Yan.
With a solemn expression: "General Li."
"You mentioned yesterday that the poisoner had a flame tattoo on his wrist."
"Did they even mention the word 'insider'?"
Upon hearing this, Li Yan...
His brows were furrowed.
Think back carefully for a moment.
He opened his mouth slowly.
"Exactly."
He said in a deep voice, "That assassin is extremely fast."
"At the moment of poisoning, I caught a glimpse of the inside of his wrist out of the corner of my eye."
"There was a crimson flame tattoo that flashed by in an instant."
"As for 'insiders'."
He paused, then continued.
"As he lunged forward, he seemed to be muttering something under his breath."
"I only heard those two words."
"It must be someone Sima Yi planted in our army."
Zhuge Liang thought to himself.
Flame tattoo? Inside man?
Sima Yi's strategy was profound.
They have even infiltrated our army.
If this person is not found.
This will surely become a major problem in the future.
He raised his hand, signaling Hu Miao to step back.
Only two people remained inside the tent.
His tone grew increasingly solemn: "General Li."
"This matter is of great importance, yet His Majesty is unaware of it."
"You've just escaped danger, don't make a fuss."
"I will inform His Majesty and then discuss this further."
Li Yan nodded.
His eyes were filled with guilt and determination.
"Don't worry, Prime Minister, I understand."
"Previously, Li was confused and had many disagreements with the Prime Minister."
"I am deeply grateful for the Prime Minister's help today; from now on, I will prioritize the affairs of the state."
"I will never hold personal grudges against you again."
A hint of relief flashed in Zhuge Liang's eyes.
With a light wave of his feather fan, he said, "It's wonderful that General Li thinks this way."
"We are both subjects of Shu Han."
"We must work together to assist His Majesty and thwart Sima Yi's conspiracy."
at the same time.
On the city wall of Chengdu.
Liu Shan was still wearing his blood-stained dragon robe.
Leaning against the city wall.
Looking at the distant horizon.
Dong Yun was covered in wounds.
They quickly climbed the city wall.
Kneel on one knee.
His tone was urgent: "Your Majesty."
"I have led men to thoroughly investigate the palace."
"All guards and eunuchs have been checked."
No one was found wearing the same jade pendant.
Liu Shan slowly turned around.
His gaze fell on Dong Yun.
His eyes were calm and undisturbed.
Yet it concealed a hint of melancholy.
"Can't find it?"
His voice was flat.
Yet it carried an undeniable air of authority.
"The jade pendant has a unique pattern, and it is definitely not something that an ordinary assassin would possess."
"The spies must be extremely well hidden."
"Perhaps, it's not even inside the palace."
Liu Shan thought to himself.
Sima Yi's hidden chess pieces.
If it were hidden in the palace, Dong Yun might not have been able to find it.
However, they could be hidden in military camps or the imperial court.
Even the southern and central regions.
Then it becomes difficult to find any trace of them.
He bent down and helped Dong Yun up.
He said in a deep voice, "Dong Qing, you've worked hard."
"Let's put this matter on hold for now. You continue your investigation in secret."
"Do not alert the enemy."
"Remember, keep a close eye on the military generals and the sons of the gentry in Yizhou."
"I obey your decree!"
Dong Yun bowed and agreed.
I admire Liu Shan's composure more and more.
—Your Majesty may appear young, but your mind is so meticulous.
After Dong Yun withdrew.
Liu Shan stood alone on the city tower.
His fingertips caressed the sword at his waist.
His gaze was directed south.
Yong Kai rebelled in the south.
They colluded with Eastern Wu.
Now that Li Yan has awakened, the balance of power in the court is temporarily safe.
The matter of the South should also be put on the agenda.
Liu Shan was plotting something.
Yong Kai's rebellion appeared to be caused by local powerful figures.
In reality, there must have been Sima Yi or the Eastern Wu behind it all.
If the southern regions are not pacified as soon as possible...
He then colluded with Sima Yi.
This will inevitably become a major threat to Shu Han.
He raised his hand to summon his personal guards.
He said in a deep voice, "Convey my decree."
"Summon Li Hui to the palace immediately to see me."
Not long after.
Li Hui was wearing armor.
They hurried over.
He knelt on one knee: "Your subject Li Hui pays his respects to Your Majesty!"
Liu Shan raised his hand, gesturing for him to stand up.
She scrutinized him with sharp eyes.
"Li Hui".
"I know you are both wise and brave."
"And they were familiar with the terrain and tribal conditions of southern China."
"I have summoned you here today to entrust you with something."
Li Hui felt a chill run down his spine.
He bowed and said, "Your Majesty, please speak."
"I would gladly die a thousand deaths!"
"Yong Kai of Nanzhong rebelled and colluded with Eastern Wu."
Liu Shan spoke with a solemn tone, each word ringing with conviction.
"The border is in chaos, and the people are displaced."
"I hereby appoint you as the Governor of Yijiang."
"Leading five hundred personal guards, we ventured deep into the south."
"To unite the tribes loyal to Shu Han and divide the rebel forces."
A resolute glint flashed in Li Hui's eyes.
Kneel on one knee.
He loudly accepted the order: "Your subject obeys!"
"We will not fail in our mission and will quell the rebellion in the south."
"To share His Majesty's burdens!"
Liu Shan stepped forward.
They helped Li Hui up.
He lowered his voice and secretly gave her his plan.
"I know your journey is fraught with danger."
"Yong Kai is cunning, and although Meng Huo has rebellious intentions, he is unwilling to be controlled by Eastern Wu."
"You may bring Shu brocade and provisions."
"A promise of tribal autonomy and tax exemption for three years was made."
"Win over Meng Huo and isolate Yong Kai."
Li Hui was secretly alarmed.
His Majesty had long been aware of the conflicts among the southern tribes.
This plan is brilliant.
It can both divide the rebels and appease the people of southern China.
It truly lives up to its name, "Hidden Dragon".
He kowtowed deeply: "Your Majesty's instructions will be remembered by your humble servant."
"We must act according to circumstances and pacify the southern regions as soon as possible."
"To secure the southern borders of Shu Han!"
Liu Shan nodded.
He handed him a tiger tally.
"This is the Tiger Tally to Suppress the South."
"With this talisman, one can mobilize all the troops in the south who are loyal to Shu Han."
"Remember, do not be impatient; use your intelligence to win."
"In case of danger, a signal flare can be lit."
"I will send reinforcements to meet you."
"Your Majesty, I thank you for your trust!"
Li Hui accepted the tiger tally.
Put it away carefully.
He turned and walked away quickly.
Make immediate preparations for traveling to the South.
After Li Hui left.
Liu Shan watched his retreating figure.
A calculating glint flashed in his eyes.
Liu Shan thought to himself.
Li Hui is my confidant and is familiar with the South.
I will certainly live up to your expectations.
The southern region was pacified.
This provided Shu Han with a stable source of soldiers and a base for supplies.
There will be no worries about the rear when we launch a northern expedition in the future.
But he didn't know.
As he turned around.
The bodyguard who was lurking nearby.
They were quietly retreating to a corner of the city wall.
He took out a small communication token from his pocket.
The fingertips tapped lightly on the token.
They were passing on secret messages.
The guard secretly thought to himself.
Liu Shan has ordered Li Hui to go to the south.
He was given a strategy of differentiation.
The message must be relayed to the Grand Tutor immediately.
Prepare for the event early.
Inside the Wei camp.
Sima Yi sat upright inside the tent.
He was still toying with the black jade pendant in his hand.
His expression was sinister.
A bodyguard rushed in.
Kneel on one knee.
He handed over a confidential letter: "Grand Tutor."
"A message has arrived from the hidden chess piece."
"Liu Shan has appointed Li Hui as the governor of Yijiang."
He led five hundred personal guards to the south and also taught them strategies to divide the tribes.
Sima Yi accepted the secret letter.
I quickly glanced through it.
A sinister smile curled at the corner of his mouth.
Sima Yi sneered inwardly.
Liu Shan, that brat, does have some tricks up his sleeve.
They wanted to use Li Hui to pacify the southern regions and stabilize their rear.
Unfortunately, you can't outsmart this Grand Tutor!
He raised his hand to summon another guard.
He said in a deep voice, "Convey my secret order, Grand Tutor."
"Immediately order the secret agents in the south to contact Yong Kai."
"Tell him the purpose of Li Hui's trip."
"Let him make arrangements in advance to ensure that Li Hui is eliminated."
"Cut off Liu Shan's escape route!"
"promise!"
The guard bowed and agreed.
He turned and left.
Sima Yi stood up.
They went outside the tent.
Looking south.
A ruthless glint flashed in his eyes.
"Liu Shan, Zhuge Liang."
He murmured softly.
His tone was full of disdain.
"Do you think you can rest easy after pacifying the south?"
"The land of the South will surely become your burial ground!"
at this time.
South China-Vietnam border.
Yong Kai was sitting upright inside the tent.
Listening to his subordinates report on the movements of Shu Han.
"General."
The subordinate bowed and reported.
His tone carried a hint of anxiety.
"Zhuge Liang has retrieved the Ice Lotus, and Li Yan has escaped danger."
"Liu Shan also appointed Li Hui as the governor of Yijiang."
"I will be coming to Nanzhong soon."
Yong Kai frowned.
A flicker of panic crossed his eyes.
It was then replaced by ruthlessness.
Yong Kai thought to himself.
If Li Yan did not die, Liu Shan sent Li Hui instead.
It seems that Shu Han is determined to pacify the Nanzhong region.
Fortunately, Sima Yi secretly assisted them.
Perhaps, this is precisely the way to get rid of Li Hui.
A good opportunity to expand the rebellion.
He raised his hand and slammed it on the table.
He ordered sternly, "Pass down the order."
"Reorganize the troops and establish connections with the various tribes."
"Closely monitor Li Hui's movements."
"Once he enters the territory of Nanzhong, he will immediately set up an ambush."
"He must be killed!"
"promise!"
The subordinate bowed and agreed.
He turned and left.
Outside the tent.
The wind whipped up sand and dust, howling and howling.
As dusk gradually descended over the south.
A deadly threat lurked silently.
Li Hui led five hundred personal guards.
They are rushing to Nanzhong day and night.
The road ahead is unknown, and ambushes lurk all around.
Liu Shan secretly made arrangements in Chengdu.
Be wary of spies around you.
We await news from the south.
Sima Yi was stationed in the Wei camp.
Manipulating the underground network in the south.
They wanted to put Li Hui to death.
Yong Kai was sharpening his knife.
A trap had already been set.
Will Li Hui be able to successfully reach Nanzhong and win over Meng Huo?
When will the spies lurking around Liu Shan strike again?
What kind of storm will Sima Yi's secret plot in the south stir up?
A contest that would determine the safety of the southern border of Shu Han.
It's only just begun.
[End of Chapter]