Return of the Swallow

Li Qitian's face tensed when he heard this, his hands clenched into fists in his sleeves, and he didn't say a word for a long time.

The clue to the treasure he couldn't find turned out to be in the hands of Yuchi Yan's grandfather!

This old guy actually kept the treasure map hidden, and his surrender to Zhou was not sincere.

He has been looking for this treasure these days. Although he has not publicized it, it is not a secret. Who knew this old guy could be so calm!

If he hadn't detained all three members of Yuchiyan's family in the palace, this old guy would definitely not have handed over the things!

Li Qitian forced himself to calm down. It took him a long time to get over his sulking breath and said in a deep voice, "Then the treasure map is now in the hands of the Lu family?"

Gu Shixiong was happy to see that Li Qitian was not on good terms with the ministers of the DPRK, so he wiped his tears with his sleeves and said with a trembling voice: "Yes, he was snatched away by a general, who said he belonged to Mr. Lu."

Li Qitian naturally knew what connections Lu Heng had in the court. Lu Ge was in charge of the cabinet, the Lu family was powerful, and Cheng Shangshu of the Ministry of War also joined the Lu family.

The Zhou Dynasty was short of silver, but silver was such a good thing. The Lu family had also spent a lot of blood in supporting them to attack the Northern Hebei Kingdom. Now that they heard about the treasure, they naturally wanted to find it to make up for the shortfall.

Li Qitian knew that if the treasure map fell into the hands of the Lu family, it would be difficult for him to see it again.

"Li Guanwen!" Li Qitian's voice was louder than ever. ,

Li Guanwen, who was guarding the door of the royal study, was roared and rushed in, rolling and crawling, saluting: "Your Majesty!"

"You immediately order someone to go to the Three Thousand Camp to bring Lu Heng back. I have something important to tell him."

"yes."

Li Guanwen accepted the order and ran out with a solemn expression.

Gu Shixiong, who was kneeling on the ground with his head lowered, was sneering in his heart.

Lu Heng is not stupid. He got the "treasure map", can he still hand it over?

But now that I think about it carefully, Qin Yining's little girl's plan is really vicious. Not only did he save the real treasure, but he also diverted the trouble to the east, allowing Li Qitian to fight with the aristocratic family and wipe out the entire surrender faction.

The most important thing is,

Qin Yining screwed over him, an old minister in the court.

If he remembered correctly, Qin Huaiyuan had been detained by the Holy Father these days, which meant that Qin Yining thought and planned these things independently.

Gu Shixiong couldn't help but clicked his tongue and stared: He was only sixteen years old, and he had such a method. How could he repay it in the future?

Then I thought, if Yuchiyan could have such a smart woman by his side, it would be a good thing for him. After all, Yuchiyan was really not good at government affairs.

But Qin Yining had already promised to Prince Zhongshun.

No matter whether he was given the surname Pang or he had many smart wives, he could compete with Li Qitian without any worries.

Gu Shixiong's thoughts could not change for a moment. After thinking about this, he felt more comfortable and less resentful towards Qin Yining for setting him up.

Li Qitian was not as calm as Gu Shixiong.

He lowered his eyes and pondered, sometimes looking at Gu Shixiong who was kneeling, sometimes looking at the door.

After a long time, Li Qicai said: "Mr. Gu, I hope you can repeat the contents of the treasure map for me."

Gu Shixiong expected that Li Qitian would ask this question, so he shook his head and said: "Back to the Holy Master, the common people have not seen the treasure map and have no idea what it contains."

Li Qitian raised his eyebrows: "Oh?"

"Your Majesty, grass--\u003e\u003e

Although I am not talented, I was also the teacher of Emperor Yan in the past. When he arranges my affairs, I will naturally do my best for him. Besides, I have to obey the imperial edict. The common people are not qualified to see the treasure map, and I have no interest in the treasure. If you are interested, you will naturally not take the initiative to see it. "

Li Qitian looked at Gu Shixiong suspiciously. This thin old man's beard and hair were all white and he was in his twilight years. Besides, he was also brought here with his family. If he dared to deceive you, everyone in the Gu family would be dead.

Li Qitian was certain that Gu Shixiong would not lie.

A treasure map finally popped up, but Gu Shixiong didn't know the content, and the treasure map was taken away by his sworn enemy.

This is really...

Li Qitian took several deep breaths and waited for the good news from Li Guanwen.

But what Li Guanwen brought back was bad news.

"Your Majesty, when the people arranged by this servant arrived at the Three Thousand Camp, Master Lu had already left." Li Guanwen lowered his head, not daring to look at Li Qitian's face. He knew that if he did something wrong at this moment, his life might be lost.

Li Qitian had a sullen face and asked for a long time: "Where did he go?"

"When I returned to the Holy Land, the people in the Three Thousand Battalion said that Mr. Lu had left overnight with a few of his followers.

Li Qitian held his hands tightly.

It seems the treasure map is real. Otherwise, how could Lu Heng, with such a steady temperament, leave immediately without any reason?

Li Qitian was angry and regretful.

Why didn't he catch this old man earlier? Why did he want to see that joke?

If it weren't for his indulgence, the old man wouldn't have gone to the Lu family with the treasure map in times of crisis.

After searching for so long, I finally found some hope, but now my hope has been shattered again.

Gu Shixiong looked at Li Qitian's face as if he were mourning for a concubine. Not to mention the joy in his heart, which was even more comfortable than eating a bowl of iced sour plum soup in the dog days of summer.

Li Qitian didn't make Gu Shixiong happy for long, and said: "Mr. Gu is a veteran of Dayan. Of course, your qualifications are nothing to say. It's just that you are old and need to rest your body. If nothing happens these days, Gu It would be better for the boss to rest in his house."

This is grounding him!

Gu Shixiong smiled nonchalantly and said, "Yes, thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. The common people are also looking forward to the time when I can stand by your side again."

Li Qitian smiled and ordered people to help Gu Shixiong go back to rest.

It seems that once the treasure map falls into the hands of the Lu family, the Lu family will go all out.

"Li Guanwen, go and invite Mr. Lu Ge to me. In addition, let Yuchiyan's family of three and the Qin family go. The Qin family and the Pang family are planning to get married, so don't delay their preparations. marriage."

Li Qitian's words were too unfair and negative. Li Guanwen felt that something was inappropriate, but he did not dare to persuade him, so he could only say: "Yes." He followed the order cautiously.

Mr. Lu quickly entered the palace.

There are so many bachelors in the cabinet, and Li Qitian hates Mr. Lu Ge the most. Because the leaders of the Lu family are too good and difficult to fool. Mr. Lu Ge's words in the cabinet are very important, which will affect Li Qitian's decision-making, and Mr. Lu Ge's behavior will also affect the direction of the situation. If there is a little carelessness, what if this person is allowed to rise up again?

The Lu family is not like him, who lacks money and scrimps on food and clothing all day long.

If the Lu family really wants to take action, there is no need to raise any money.

Li Qitian shook his head, what a mistake, what a mistake, why did he let things develop to this point!