Conan's physique? The Crown Princess is involved in a murder case again

A team of officers and soldiers came on horseback, waving a yellow imperial edict in their hands, attracting a crowd of onlookers.

The officer who seemed to be the leader cleared his throat impatiently, pushed through the crowd and announced loudly.

"The case of the crown prince killing the emperor and seizing the throne has been concluded. The crown prince has committed the crime of treason, which is extremely serious and he has been detained awaiting trial. The crown princess colluded with the remnants of the East Palace and fled without a trace. A reward of one thousand gold is offered for their capture. Anyone who knows about it but does not report it or hides it will be severely punished once it is verified!"

After the officer said this, he waved his hand and the officers and soldiers behind him scattered and posted the imperial edict everywhere.

Xu Xingyin subconsciously turned his head to avoid the sight of the officers and soldiers, hiding in the crowd and watching from a distance.

The imperial edict stated that the former crown prince Jing Zhichen had murdered the emperor and seized the throne. The evidence was irrefutable and he would be beheaded at noon three days later to set the record straight.

In addition, there was a bounty order for Crown Princess Xu Xingyin, and next to it was a portrait of Xu Xingyin.

To be honest, the painting is really not that good.

But to be on the safe side, Xu Xingyin took advantage of everyone's inattention and quickly left the market and returned to the ruined temple.

Although many people among the people feel indignant for the Eastern Palace, human nature cannot stand the test when faced with huge sums of money.

Xu Xingyin returned to the ruined temple and waited for a while. Lu Xu and Tian Tian also returned to the ruined temple one after another. The three of them exchanged the information they had learned today, and all of them had serious expressions on their faces.

Xu Xingyin pondered for a moment and spoke first.

"Prince An wants to pin the blame on Your Highness, and he will definitely invite all the officials to watch the execution. The execution of the crown prince is such a big thing that the common people and scholars will definitely go to watch the execution. At that time, it will be our best opportunity to make the evidence of Prince An's crimes public. With so many people, even if Prince An wants to suppress the news, it will be impossible."

Tian Tian exclaimed and asked, "You want to rob the execution ground and save your cousin the prince?"

Xu Xingyin shrugged with an indifferent attitude.

"Why not?"

Lu Xu frowned and advised, "Beheading at noon three days later looks more like a trap. They know that you will not watch the prince being beheaded and remain indifferent. You know this in your heart. There are countless people waiting for you at the execution ground. Are you sure you want to die?"

"Yes, you know that I can't remain indifferent. Jing Zhichen..." Xu Xingyin smiled, "He is my husband."

Hearing this, Lu Xu felt as if something was tightly gripping his heart, making him feel suffocated.

Although he had long understood Xu Xingyin's feelings for Jing Zhichen, when the reality was laid so naked in front of him, his heart was uncontrollably stabbed like a sharp knife.

It hurts, it hurts so much... It's sudden and unexpected, but I'm willing to do it.

Lu Xu took a deep breath, forced himself to pull himself out of his chaotic emotions, and opened his mouth to confirm.

"Have you made up your mind? Even if it means death."

Xu Xingyin nodded, his eyes firm.

"Yes, I know this trip is dangerous, but I can't just watch him die. Besides, this is indeed our best chance to expose Prince An's crimes, and I don't want to miss it."

Lu Xu didn't say much, just nodded and said, "Since you have decided, I will go with you."

Tian Tian, ​​who was standing by, also expressed her support immediately, "And me! I am the daughter of a royal family, the daughter of a criminal, and your friend and relative. Regardless of life or death, I will do my best to help you."

Looking at the determined eyes of the two people, Xu Xingyin couldn't help but feel a warm current in his heart and he sincerely thanked them.

Then he continued, "This journey is dangerous. Although the chances of success are slim, I will do my best to protect everyone. I already have a plan. Let's listen to it first and see if you have any additions."

In the light of the fire, Xu Xingyin's face showed unprecedented calmness and determination.

She took a deep breath, lowered her voice and slowly told the two of them her plan.

After all this, Tian Tian was still a little confused.

"What do you mean by asking the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion to put on a show with us?"

Xu Xingyin smiled and said, "Prince An is eager to catch me, so he is keeping a close eye on the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. What do you think would happen if they were sure that I was in the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion?"

Tian Tian replied, "Due to the prestige of the Zhenguo Mansion, they certainly don't dare to force their way in. In this case, we can only wait and see."

Xu Xingyin nodded. "So, as long as we can make Prince An certain that I am in the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, we can weaken the guards of the execution ground. In this way, our chances of winning will be greater."

Tian Tian asked again, "But now the Zhenguogong Mansion is blocked by traffic. How can we get in touch with the Zhenguogong Mansion?"

"I have a way." Xu Xingyin smiled brightly and said frankly, "Don't forget, the Chen family was originally a general's mansion. How to pass on information is the general's mansion's specialty."

Outside the window, the night was thick. Inside the dilapidated temple, after some planning, the three men's plan gradually took shape.

The moonlight was gradually buried by thick fog, plunging the entire dense forest into darkness. Fortunately, there was still an oil lamp that cast firm shadows for the three people.

It was just that faint light, swaying in the cold wind, just like their future...

Darkness and light are intertwined, and risks and opportunities coexist.

But they had no way out.

Only by persisting can you see the dawn.

The next morning, Xu Xingyin disguised himself again and left the ruined temple quietly.

At the end of the dense forest is a small hill. It is not very high, but it is inconspicuous and the view is quite wide.

Xu Xingyin looked around cautiously and confirmed that there was no one around. Then he slowly broke off a leaf from the treetop, placed it to his lips, and blew it gently. A melodious and unique tune resounded throughout the valley, causing ripples in the silent forest.

Before the song was over, a slight sound of flapping wings came from not far away. A sturdy bird flew out from the woods, and its sharp eyes stopped on Xu Xingyin.

Xu Xingyin smiled and waved at the flying bird, "Come."

The special fragrance applied on the fingertips drifted into Feique's nose, allowing him to immediately confirm Xu Xingyin's identity.

It swooped down and stopped on Xu Xingyin's arm.

Xu Xingyin didn't delay any longer. He took out a delicate small tube from his waist and tied it firmly in an inconspicuous place under the feathers. Then he touched its head and smiled.

"Go."

The bird chirped softly, flapped its wings again and flew high, disappearing into the clouds in the blink of an eye.

It flew high all the way, crossed most of the capital, and arrived accurately at the Duke Zhenguo's Mansion.

Outside the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, soldiers and officers surrounded it in three layers, and even the common people passing by the door were yelled at.

However, Feique flew straight through the encirclement as if no one was around and landed in front of Old Madam Chen's window.

No one noticed, and no one found it strange.

After all, flying sparrows are just ordinary birds that can be seen everywhere in the woods and on the streets. They are inconspicuous and will not arouse any suspicion.