Chapter 341: The Beginning of a Crisis
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A month later, the Yang family celebrated the joyous occasion of Yang Chen and Ji Lin's wedding.
The Yang family was worried that Yang Chen's reputation was not good, as she had been caught alone with someone surnamed Duan. They were concerned that holding a grand wedding would cause trouble and ruin this marriage.
The Ji family, on the other hand, was a small household and Beijing was not their turf. They were also reluctant to hold a grand wedding. As long as the two children could walk hand in hand and live a good life together in the future, that would be better than anything else.
Both families had their own considerations, and they both agreed to keep things simple, which made it much easier to organize. They didn't invite many unfamiliar guests; only the Yang family's relatives and friends in the capital, and a few uncles from the Ji family.
Yang Chen and Ji Lin did not pay much attention to the situation. Although there were not many guests at the banquet, the luxurious setup was not inferior to a grand wedding feast.
The two came over to thank Yang Qiaoyue, for without her, they would not have ended up together.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Seeing them coming over, Yang Qiaoyue smiled knowingly, "I wish you both lasting love and growing old together in marriage."
"Thank you, elder sister," they replied.
Yang Qiaoyue shook her head with a smile, "The one you should thank the most is eldest brother. Without him, even the cleverest housewife cannot cook without rice."
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:"Xiao Yue is saying bad things about me again!" Yang Chengdong and Lao Xinyi walked over.
Yang Qiaoyue protested: "Big brother, I was praising you. If you don't believe me, ask Xiao Chen."
Yang Chen nodded, "Big brother, eldest sister said that Xiang Gong and I should be most grateful to you."
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:"I'm ashamed to say, but at least I didn't try to do a good deed with ill intentions. I wish you all the best."
"Thank you, big brother."
Seeing that it was about time, Yang Chengdong said in a low voice, "Alright, let's begin. The other elder brothers are probably tied up with other matters and won't be able to make it back."
Although it's regrettable, we can't let it ruin the auspicious occasion.
Under the orderly guidance of the elders from both families, the wedding ceremony proceeded. After paying respects to heaven and earth, the bride returned to the bridal chamber, while Ji Lin stayed to entertain the guests.
"Second brother-in-law, from today onwards, Xiaocheng is in your care. If you bully her, I, as her elder brother, will not agree to it," Yang Chengdong said seriously.
Ji Lin clasped his hands: "Ji Lin wouldn't dare. I will definitely treat her well, and in three years, I will certainly not disappoint everyone's expectations."
While everyone was chatting in small groups, Yang Qiaoyue quietly left the table. She estimated that the commotion would last until the evening. With Madam Lü, Lou Xinyi, and others busy at home, she had some free time. After informing Mu En'en, she went to Yuxue Nanzhuang.
Recently, I have been busy with Yang Chen's wedding and haven't had time to replenish the shop's inventory. Now that there are not many people in Nanzhuang, it's a good time to restock.
Over the past month, Emperor Xuande has maintained a distance from Chu Tianchen, waiting for the information that Eunuch Wang is investigating.
Apart from this, everything else is going well. Emperor Xuande and Chu Xuanyan are becoming increasingly close, and their relationship is very harmonious.
Yang Qiaoyue did not forcibly break the current deadlock, as maintaining the current situation is not the worst outcome.
When she arrived at Yuxue Nanzhuang, she busied herself at the foot of the mountain. By the time she finished dealing with the supplies, the sky had already turned completely dark.
She had arranged for the maids of the manor to help out at the Yang family. The usually noisy manor was unusually quiet today, but suddenly she felt that the quietness was a bit extraordinary.
Wei Xian happened to be patrolling and Yang Qiaoyue called him over, "Guard Wei, has there been anything unusual in the village these past two days?"
"No, everything is the same as usual. The shops haven't been open these past two days, so there are fewer people around," Wei Xian replied, not knowing why Yang Qiaoyue was asking this question. "Young Miss, do you think there's a problem somewhere?"
"It's too quiet!" Yang Qiaoyue frowned tightly.
"Quiet?" Wei Xian glanced around, "It is a bit, could it be related to the shop not being open?"
Yang Qiaoyue waved her hand, "It's nothing, maybe I'm overthinking it, go ahead and do your work..."
Wei Xian was about to leave, but suddenly he stopped in his tracks, his expression grave. "Young lady! Something might be wrong!"
"What do you mean?" Yang Qiaoyue asked in a solemn voice.
"At this hour, there should be a team of regular mountain patrol guards passing by, but there's no movement now. It's too quiet!"
Wei Xian was vigilant and looked around. It was pitch dark all around. Suddenly, a few scattered lights outside the village slowly moved and gradually gathered towards Yuxue Nanzhuang.
In the next instant, the entire village was illuminated by the firelight. Yang Qiaoyue knew her feeling was right. Chu Yefeng, who had been silent for so long, finally made a move.
Her eyes suddenly flashed with a cold gleam. This number was not a simple sneak attack, but an overt killing.
The other party chose this time today, which was obviously planned. The attention was on the Yang family's wedding, when the vigilance of the South Courtyard of Controlling Snow was at its lowest.
Here is the translation with original HTML tags preserved:"Guard Wei, you must find an opportunity to break through the encirclement and go find the King of Nanping!" Yang Qiaoyue said with a solemn expression. This was the most perilous moment she had felt in all this time.
Wei Xian's face turned anxious. "But Miss, what about your safety?"
His first thought was of Yang Qiaoyue, thinking that these people were after her.
Yang Qiaoyue shook her head helplessly, "I'm fine. These people are obviously not here for me!"
Wei Xian's face turned pale with shock, and he suddenly realized that the current emperor was still on the mountain. His face turned even paler, "Could it be for...?"
Here is the translation with the original HTML tags retained:He didn't even dare to say the words that followed.
Yang Qiaoyue nodded. Before she could speak, she discovered that torches had also been lit halfway up the mountain - the other party had already made their way there without them realizing it.
The hidden guards arranged by Chu Ye Chenan at the foot of the mountain could definitely hold them off for a while, but there were no guards on the mountain. Without time to think further, she hurriedly shouted, "Hurry up!"
Wei Xian was in a daze, pulled back by this loud shout. Seeing Yang Qiaoyue's figure already far away, he didn't have time to think more and quickly ran down the mountain.
Halfway up the mountain, Chu Tianchen heard a startled shout coming from the direction of Emperor Xuande's courtyard. He hurriedly pulled Chu Xuanyan out with him.
Seeing countless starry lights breaking the silence of the night at the foot of the mountain, he didn't know what had happened, but the shout just now was definitely unusual.
Here is the translation with original HTML tags preserved:"Xiaoyan, stay inside the house and don't come out. I'm going to check on that old man!" said Chu Tianchen.
Chu Xuanyan looked worried, but didn't cause any trouble at a time like this. "Don't worry, Father. The old man can't be in any danger."
"Don't worry, he will be fine!" Chu Tianchen caressed the child's cheek. "Xiao Yan, there are many things that Father hasn't been able to tell you, but you are a smart child and understand a lot without being told. Father used to have many experiences in the capital, which you will gradually come to know. If one day Father is no longer around, listen to the arrangements of Miss Yang and Xiao Chen."
Chu Xuanyan's eyes were red, and he sensed that his father's reaction was different today. Not wanting to worry him, he nodded, "Father will be fine!"
Chu Tianchen smiled and stroked his hair, "Yes, I promise you that nothing will happen to me."
After finishing his words, he told him to go back to his room and hide, and not to come out no matter what happens.
Chu Tianchen suppressed the uneasiness in his heart, turned around and left the courtyard, heading towards the direction of Emperor Xuande's courtyard.
Emperor Xuande had already risen and was standing in the courtyard, looking solemnly at the several black shadows before him.
Gao Gonggong angrily shouted, "You audacious petty criminals, what are you trying to do!"
The leading black-clothed person didn't respond, instead directly ordering, "Take action!"
Several black-clothed figures directly charged forward, and Emperor Xuande's expression was one of anger but not panic. Suddenly, four people emerged from all around and took down the attacking black-clothed assailants.
These were Emperor Xuande's hidden guards. He was paranoid by nature, so how could he possibly stay alone at the Yuxue Nanzhuang?
The black-clothed man in the lead saw the arrivals and was not surprised at all. He said with a sinister tone, "The first-class guards of the Imperial Palace, merely four people, cannot stop us."
With a wave of his hand, several more black-clothed figures emerged from the rear hill, completely surrounding the small manor.
Emperor Xuande's originally calm face flickered with a hint of panic. The number of people coming was too much for just four guards to hold back. He saw more and more figures swarming up from the foot of the mountain, and it seemed that the other party would not give up until they achieved their goal tonight.
"Who sent you to kill me!" Emperor Xuande shouted angrily.
"The dead don't need to know anything." The other party obviously didn't want to say much and continued to attack directly.
These people were like fearless warriors, unafraid of death. They charged forward in waves, stepping over the fallen bodies and continuing their assault.
Two of the four first-class guards have already fallen, and the remaining ones are exhausted and on the verge of collapse.
Everyone's attention is drawn to the battle in front, failing to notice a figure that has already circled behind Emperor Xuande.
"Be careful!"
"Be careful!"
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:Two voices sounded simultaneously. Yang Qiaoyue had already rushed over from the foot of the mountain, holding several sticks of gunpowder in her hands.
The other voice belonged to Chu Tianchen who had also arrived.
Both of them saw the dark figure about to succeed. Without regard for anything else, Chu Tianchen dashed over and pushed Emperor Xuande aside.
Sizzle!
Emperor Xuande dodged the dagger, but the blade, glinting with a cold light, plunged directly into Chu Tianchen's abdomen, dyeing the hilt red with blood.
The Yang family was worried that Yang Chen's reputation was not good, as she had been caught alone with someone surnamed Duan. They were concerned that holding a grand wedding would cause trouble and ruin this marriage.
The Ji family, on the other hand, was a small household and Beijing was not their turf. They were also reluctant to hold a grand wedding. As long as the two children could walk hand in hand and live a good life together in the future, that would be better than anything else.
Both families had their own considerations, and they both agreed to keep things simple, which made it much easier to organize. They didn't invite many unfamiliar guests; only the Yang family's relatives and friends in the capital, and a few uncles from the Ji family.
Yang Chen and Ji Lin did not pay much attention to the situation. Although there were not many guests at the banquet, the luxurious setup was not inferior to a grand wedding feast.
The two came over to thank Yang Qiaoyue, for without her, they would not have ended up together.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Seeing them coming over, Yang Qiaoyue smiled knowingly, "I wish you both lasting love and growing old together in marriage."
"Thank you, elder sister," they replied.
Yang Qiaoyue shook her head with a smile, "The one you should thank the most is eldest brother. Without him, even the cleverest housewife cannot cook without rice."
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:"Xiao Yue is saying bad things about me again!" Yang Chengdong and Lao Xinyi walked over.
Yang Qiaoyue protested: "Big brother, I was praising you. If you don't believe me, ask Xiao Chen."
Yang Chen nodded, "Big brother, eldest sister said that Xiang Gong and I should be most grateful to you."
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:"I'm ashamed to say, but at least I didn't try to do a good deed with ill intentions. I wish you all the best."
"Thank you, big brother."
Seeing that it was about time, Yang Chengdong said in a low voice, "Alright, let's begin. The other elder brothers are probably tied up with other matters and won't be able to make it back."
Although it's regrettable, we can't let it ruin the auspicious occasion.
Under the orderly guidance of the elders from both families, the wedding ceremony proceeded. After paying respects to heaven and earth, the bride returned to the bridal chamber, while Ji Lin stayed to entertain the guests.
"Second brother-in-law, from today onwards, Xiaocheng is in your care. If you bully her, I, as her elder brother, will not agree to it," Yang Chengdong said seriously.
Ji Lin clasped his hands: "Ji Lin wouldn't dare. I will definitely treat her well, and in three years, I will certainly not disappoint everyone's expectations."
While everyone was chatting in small groups, Yang Qiaoyue quietly left the table. She estimated that the commotion would last until the evening. With Madam Lü, Lou Xinyi, and others busy at home, she had some free time. After informing Mu En'en, she went to Yuxue Nanzhuang.
Recently, I have been busy with Yang Chen's wedding and haven't had time to replenish the shop's inventory. Now that there are not many people in Nanzhuang, it's a good time to restock.
Over the past month, Emperor Xuande has maintained a distance from Chu Tianchen, waiting for the information that Eunuch Wang is investigating.
Apart from this, everything else is going well. Emperor Xuande and Chu Xuanyan are becoming increasingly close, and their relationship is very harmonious.
Yang Qiaoyue did not forcibly break the current deadlock, as maintaining the current situation is not the worst outcome.
When she arrived at Yuxue Nanzhuang, she busied herself at the foot of the mountain. By the time she finished dealing with the supplies, the sky had already turned completely dark.
She had arranged for the maids of the manor to help out at the Yang family. The usually noisy manor was unusually quiet today, but suddenly she felt that the quietness was a bit extraordinary.
Wei Xian happened to be patrolling and Yang Qiaoyue called him over, "Guard Wei, has there been anything unusual in the village these past two days?"
"No, everything is the same as usual. The shops haven't been open these past two days, so there are fewer people around," Wei Xian replied, not knowing why Yang Qiaoyue was asking this question. "Young Miss, do you think there's a problem somewhere?"
"It's too quiet!" Yang Qiaoyue frowned tightly.
"Quiet?" Wei Xian glanced around, "It is a bit, could it be related to the shop not being open?"
Yang Qiaoyue waved her hand, "It's nothing, maybe I'm overthinking it, go ahead and do your work..."
Wei Xian was about to leave, but suddenly he stopped in his tracks, his expression grave. "Young lady! Something might be wrong!"
"What do you mean?" Yang Qiaoyue asked in a solemn voice.
"At this hour, there should be a team of regular mountain patrol guards passing by, but there's no movement now. It's too quiet!"
Wei Xian was vigilant and looked around. It was pitch dark all around. Suddenly, a few scattered lights outside the village slowly moved and gradually gathered towards Yuxue Nanzhuang.
In the next instant, the entire village was illuminated by the firelight. Yang Qiaoyue knew her feeling was right. Chu Yefeng, who had been silent for so long, finally made a move.
Her eyes suddenly flashed with a cold gleam. This number was not a simple sneak attack, but an overt killing.
The other party chose this time today, which was obviously planned. The attention was on the Yang family's wedding, when the vigilance of the South Courtyard of Controlling Snow was at its lowest.
Here is the translation with original HTML tags preserved:"Guard Wei, you must find an opportunity to break through the encirclement and go find the King of Nanping!" Yang Qiaoyue said with a solemn expression. This was the most perilous moment she had felt in all this time.
Wei Xian's face turned anxious. "But Miss, what about your safety?"
His first thought was of Yang Qiaoyue, thinking that these people were after her.
Yang Qiaoyue shook her head helplessly, "I'm fine. These people are obviously not here for me!"
Wei Xian's face turned pale with shock, and he suddenly realized that the current emperor was still on the mountain. His face turned even paler, "Could it be for...?"
Here is the translation with the original HTML tags retained:He didn't even dare to say the words that followed.
Yang Qiaoyue nodded. Before she could speak, she discovered that torches had also been lit halfway up the mountain - the other party had already made their way there without them realizing it.
The hidden guards arranged by Chu Ye Chenan at the foot of the mountain could definitely hold them off for a while, but there were no guards on the mountain. Without time to think further, she hurriedly shouted, "Hurry up!"
Wei Xian was in a daze, pulled back by this loud shout. Seeing Yang Qiaoyue's figure already far away, he didn't have time to think more and quickly ran down the mountain.
Halfway up the mountain, Chu Tianchen heard a startled shout coming from the direction of Emperor Xuande's courtyard. He hurriedly pulled Chu Xuanyan out with him.
Seeing countless starry lights breaking the silence of the night at the foot of the mountain, he didn't know what had happened, but the shout just now was definitely unusual.
Here is the translation with original HTML tags preserved:"Xiaoyan, stay inside the house and don't come out. I'm going to check on that old man!" said Chu Tianchen.
Chu Xuanyan looked worried, but didn't cause any trouble at a time like this. "Don't worry, Father. The old man can't be in any danger."
"Don't worry, he will be fine!" Chu Tianchen caressed the child's cheek. "Xiao Yan, there are many things that Father hasn't been able to tell you, but you are a smart child and understand a lot without being told. Father used to have many experiences in the capital, which you will gradually come to know. If one day Father is no longer around, listen to the arrangements of Miss Yang and Xiao Chen."
Chu Xuanyan's eyes were red, and he sensed that his father's reaction was different today. Not wanting to worry him, he nodded, "Father will be fine!"
Chu Tianchen smiled and stroked his hair, "Yes, I promise you that nothing will happen to me."
After finishing his words, he told him to go back to his room and hide, and not to come out no matter what happens.
Chu Tianchen suppressed the uneasiness in his heart, turned around and left the courtyard, heading towards the direction of Emperor Xuande's courtyard.
Emperor Xuande had already risen and was standing in the courtyard, looking solemnly at the several black shadows before him.
Gao Gonggong angrily shouted, "You audacious petty criminals, what are you trying to do!"
The leading black-clothed person didn't respond, instead directly ordering, "Take action!"
Several black-clothed figures directly charged forward, and Emperor Xuande's expression was one of anger but not panic. Suddenly, four people emerged from all around and took down the attacking black-clothed assailants.
These were Emperor Xuande's hidden guards. He was paranoid by nature, so how could he possibly stay alone at the Yuxue Nanzhuang?
The black-clothed man in the lead saw the arrivals and was not surprised at all. He said with a sinister tone, "The first-class guards of the Imperial Palace, merely four people, cannot stop us."
With a wave of his hand, several more black-clothed figures emerged from the rear hill, completely surrounding the small manor.
Emperor Xuande's originally calm face flickered with a hint of panic. The number of people coming was too much for just four guards to hold back. He saw more and more figures swarming up from the foot of the mountain, and it seemed that the other party would not give up until they achieved their goal tonight.
"Who sent you to kill me!" Emperor Xuande shouted angrily.
"The dead don't need to know anything." The other party obviously didn't want to say much and continued to attack directly.
These people were like fearless warriors, unafraid of death. They charged forward in waves, stepping over the fallen bodies and continuing their assault.
Two of the four first-class guards have already fallen, and the remaining ones are exhausted and on the verge of collapse.
Everyone's attention is drawn to the battle in front, failing to notice a figure that has already circled behind Emperor Xuande.
"Be careful!"
"Be careful!"
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:Two voices sounded simultaneously. Yang Qiaoyue had already rushed over from the foot of the mountain, holding several sticks of gunpowder in her hands.
The other voice belonged to Chu Tianchen who had also arrived.
Both of them saw the dark figure about to succeed. Without regard for anything else, Chu Tianchen dashed over and pushed Emperor Xuande aside.
Sizzle!
Emperor Xuande dodged the dagger, but the blade, glinting with a cold light, plunged directly into Chu Tianchen's abdomen, dyeing the hilt red with blood.