Chapter 4, Panic.
It did not take long before it came to a stop again
At Li Zhan's command, everyone hurried to make preparations
These treacherous scoundrels, Your Highness, when have you ever treated them poorly? It is truly despicable, I will go and capture them all back
The wheels rolled as a group of several dozen people headed towards the outskirts of the city
The convoy continues to advance
However, this time, it is likely to disappoint her
What is going on? Li Zhan asked
In the crowd, a maid dressed in a green skirt, with a delicate and naturally beautiful appearance, squeezed her way out, her expression sorrowful as she said: "Your Highness, you have finally returned. They all say you are to be exiled to Liangzhou and stripped of your nobility..."
The princess shook her head and sighed, saying no more, and left the imperial study
You are the emperor, and you can also exile me to Liangzhou
"I have returned to pack my things!" Li Zhan coldly scanned the crowd and suddenly raised his voice, "Those who wish to accompany me to Liangzhou, hurry and pack your luggage. Those who do not wish to, may seek another master!"
"Abao, there is no need to force it!" Li Zhan interjected, then looked at the remaining people, "If you choose to accompany me to Liangzhou, you may have no worries about food and clothing, but it is also possible that you will face hardships, sleeping in the wind and rain, or even find yourselves on a path to death. You must think this through clearly!"
This young girl was purchased by Li Zhan from a human trafficker, and her name is "Zhi Yue". She is completely loyal to him
Only seven or eight remain in a state of confusion
Get lost, I do not wish to speak with you
A manager stepped forward first, spoke, and then turned around and left immediately
It is time to leave, finally it is time to leave
But soon, someone made a choice
This is exactly to his liking
The royal residence, with over a hundred people, was emptied in the blink of an eye
Immediately afterwards, many rotten eggs and vegetables and fruits were hurled towards the cart.
Your Highness, I also have family in Bianjing, and I must beg your pardon as I can no longer serve by your side
Each of you should go and pack your belongings. We will depart in one hour.
He only needs loyal individuals to protect him
Ah... how could this happen? Zhiyue was instantly at a loss for words, her eyes filled with tears.
Bang
Then let us set off! Li Zhan cast a deep glance at the residence he had lived in for over ten years, "Zhi Yue, remember this, I am no longer Your Highness, from now on, just call me Young Master!"
Having a large number of people is not necessarily a good thing
Li Jian?" Li Zhan furrowed his brow
When someone takes the lead, others will soon follow suit
"Get out of here, who are you? If you have the guts, come out and face me. I will make sure you regret it..."
Li Tianci waved his large sleeves, his face darkened, and turned his back.
Is that so? Li Zhan's expression grew increasingly cold, "Among the many princes, I am the one least favored by the Emperor and the one he despises the most, so you need not be so concerned!"
When there are many chickens, they do not lay eggs; when there are many people, they create chaos
A burly man with a full beard and a dark complexion was furious, grabbing his baton and storming out in a fit of rage
Peng Bao was furious, his fierce beard bristling and his eyes wide open, filled with a desire to devour.
In the past, there was a clear order, with each person fulfilling their respective duties
I am too
We are all willing to accompany Your Highness to Liangzhou
A rotten egg was immediately smashed on his forehead
The sound of scolding gradually fades away
Your Highness, it seems that you are truly going to be convicted this time
At the city gate, countless citizens gathered, continuously cursing.
Do not inquire foolishly; news has spread throughout the imperial city that His Highness has been sentenced to exile in Liangzhou, never to return! Furthermore, his title of nobility has been revoked, and from now on, he is no longer the King of Tang of the Great Qi Kingdom
"Presumptuous! If I were at fault, how could the Great Qi enjoy such prosperity today? Yongning, do not think that just because you are my sister, I will spare you from punishment!"
If you are waiting outside the city gate merely to exchange some idle remarks, then I shall not accompany you any longer. Li Zhan let out a cold laugh
Li Jian was taken aback for a moment, then laughed again: "I really didn't expect that, Lao Jiu, your mind can also turn around. Don't misunderstand what my elder brother means. You and I are biological brothers. No matter what, we are brothers. I just want to send you off properly!"
Upon hearing this, everyone exchanged glances, their eyes revealing expressions of disbelief and confusion
Today, everyone in the government office appeared anxious and distracted
What prince? He is just like us now, a commoner. He has committed wrongdoings for many years, curse him...
This waste is nothing but a malignant tumor; if it remains in the capital, it will inevitably cause chaos and disorder in the city!
Before long, two carriages and the luggage were all packed and ready
In an instant, the already sparse group became even more disheveled
"Is this your attitude?" Li Jian still wore the royal robe, sitting atop a tall steed, looking down at Li Zhan, "Your unruly and brutal behavior warrants your exile to Liangzhou, not at all unjust."
"Damn it!" The personal bodyguard Peng Bao shouted angrily, "You dare to smash even the carriage of King Tang? Are you seeking death?"
The prince is subject to the same laws as the common people, Your Majesty is wise
A Bao, forget it! Li Zhan would not engage with this group of hearsay and ignorant critics. Go and take good care of my mother, and do not let her be frightened.
... ...
"Prince Jin! It is Prince Jin who has blocked our carriage!" Zhi Yue said in panic
Good
Ah? Is it that serious? Then, aren't we people from the Tang Wangfu also going to be exiled?
As soon as Li Zhan entered the door, he heard the murmurs around him
Li Zhan let out a cold laugh and lifted the curtain: "If you have something to say, hurry up, I still have to be on my way"
Groups of three or five gathered together, whispering to each other and discussing animatedly
Your Highness, I have heard that the Western Liang has been in turmoil for many years, and I wish to live a few more years.
Ultimately, you have been an emperor for too long, and you are forever unwilling to acknowledge your own mistakes
They are not wrong!" Li Zhan smiled faintly, "I will indeed be exiled to Liangzhou, and from now on, I will no longer be a prince, Your Highness.
Your Highness, I have an elderly mother who is eighty years old above me and a three-year-old child below me. I truly cannot leave them, and I hope Your Highness can understand.
Here!
The princess could not help but feel a bit annoyed
On the day of the grand wedding, how could it be that the daughter of the Minister of Revenue was actually killed by a violent thug? Such an act is intolerable by the heavens
Understood, Your Highness... Young Master!
"Lao Jiu, this king has specifically waited outside the city gate to see you off. Are you unwilling to even show your face?" The sound of Li Jian's light laughter echoed outside.
Your Highness, you have returned
Only a fool would follow this useless prince to Liangzhou
One of the maidservants bit her lip and said: "Your Highness, regardless of how outsiders perceive you, you have treated us well on ordinary days, and I am willing to accompany you to Liangzhou"
Who knows? I can only consider myself unfortunate. If there is someone to blame, it should be my parents for being blind and sending me to the Tang Wang Mansion
Tang Wangfu
Peng Bao glared fiercely at the crowd, turned his horse around, and stood guard by Yang Fei's carriage, exuding an imposing presence like a guardian deity.
However, he remained indifferent; when the tree falls, the monkeys scatter, which is simply the norm of human existence
Li Zhan nodded heavily
Your Highness, everything has been arranged.