Chapter 1793

Huang Shang nodded: "Thank you, Prince. I will certainly do my best."

Zhao Kuangyin nodded in satisfaction: "Very good. You may go and prepare now."

After Huang Shang took his leave, he immediately found Zhao Hao and told him his plan.

Hearing Huang Shang's plan, Zhao Hao's face showed approval: "Huang Shang, your plan is excellent. If it succeeds, we can overthrow Zhao Kuangyin's rule in one stroke."

Huang Shang nodded: "Prince Zhao, I will do my best."

Thus, Huang Shang began preparing for the action. He knew that although his plan was good, he still had to make complete preparations.

He prepared hidden weapons, poison, and other items to use at the critical moment. He also contacted some military generals loyal to Wang Fu, preparing to rise up and resist Zhao Kuangyin at the critical moment.

Once everything was ready, Huang Shang began his action.

He quietly infiltrated Zhao Xuan's residence, preparing to strike when Zhao Xuan was not paying attention.

But just as he was about to act, Zhao Xuan suddenly turned around and saw him.

"Huang Shang, what are you doing here?" Zhao Xuan asked in surprise.

Huang Shang was stunned for a moment, then said: "Prince Zhao, I came to talk with you."

"Talk? About what?" Zhao Xuan asked in confusion.

Huang Shang took a deep breath: "Prince Zhao, I know Zhao Kuangyin has put you in a difficult position, but I hope you can trust me. I will not betray you."

Zhao Xuan was stunned: "Huang Shang, what are you saying? You will not betray me?"

"Yes, Prince Zhao, I will not betray you," Huang Shang said firmly.

Zhao Xuan looked into Huang Shang's eyes and felt a hint of relief in his heart. He knew he still had a trustworthy friend. "Huang Shang, why did you come to find me?" Zhao Xuan asked.

Huang Shang took a deep breath: "Prince Zhao, I know Zhao Kuangyin wants you dead, but I will not let him succeed. I have prepared a plan. As long as you follow my plan, you will surely escape this dangerous situation."

Zhao Xuan was stunned: "Huang Shang, are you really willing to help me?"

"Yes, Prince Zhao, I am willing to help you," Huang Shang said firmly.

Zhao Xuan felt a hint of gratitude in his heart. He knew he had now become a thorn in Zhao Kuangyin's eye; without Huang Shang's help, it would be difficult for him to escape this dangerous situation.

"Huang Shang, thank you," Zhao Xuan said.

Huang Shang smiled slightly: "Prince Zhao, we are all friends. No need to say thank you."

Thus, Zhao Xuan began to act according to Huang Shang's plan.

Huang Shang quietly lurked in the shadows, waiting for Zhao Kuangyin's arrival.

Before long, Zhao Kuangyin arrived at Zhao Xuan's residence with a group of people.

"Zhao Xuan, do you know what crime you have committed?" Zhao Kuangyin shouted loudly.

Zhao Xuan sneered: "Brother, do not slander me with blood in your mouth. I have committed no crime at all."

"You still dare to argue? Huang Shang has already told me that you conspired with him to harm this Prince. What do you have to say now?" Zhao Kuangyin said.

Zhao Xuan was stunned, then looked at Huang Shang. He knew the only way now was to act according to Huang Shang's plan.

So he suddenly shouted loudly: "Huang Shang, you traitor! How dare you betray me!"

Zhao Kuangyin was stunned, then looked at Huang Shang: "Huang Shang, do you know what crime you have committed?"

Huang Shang sneered: "Prince, do not go too far. I originally intended to assassinate Zhao Xuan, but he suddenly attacked me, so I had no choice but to fight back."

Zhao Kuangyin was stunned, then sneered: "Huang Shang, do not think you can escape my punishment this way. Guards, seize Huang Shang for me!"

But just at that moment, a cold arrow suddenly shot toward Zhao Kuangyin. Zhao Kuangyin could not dodge in time and was hit in the shoulder.

"Ah!" Zhao Kuangyin cried out in pain, then looked at the person who shot the arrow.

There stood Zhao Hao, looking at him coldly: "Brother, do not go too far. Do you think you can control everything? You are wrong."

Zhao Kuangyin was stunned, then looked coldly at Zhao Hao: "Zhao Hao, how dare you attack me? Do you know what crime you have committed?"

"Crime? Brother, you are the one who is guilty. In order to control Wang Fu, you did not hesitate to sacrifice your own relatives. What right do you have now to accuse me?" Zhao Hao sneered.

Zhao Kuangyin took a deep breath: "Zhao Hao, do not think you can defeat me this way. My strength is far greater than yours."

"Is that so? Then let us try," Zhao Hao said.

Thus, an intense battle began. Although Zhao Kuangyin was injured, his strength was still not to be underestimated. He and Zhao Hao fought to a standstill, both sides seeking each other's flaws.

Just at that moment, a cold arrow suddenly shot toward Zhao Kuangyin's back. Zhao Kuangyin could not dodge in time and was hit in the heart.

"Ah!" Zhao Kuangyin cried out in pain, then fell to the ground. Seeing this scene, Zhao Hao's face showed shock. He did not expect his plan to actually succeed.

He immediately walked to Zhao Kuangyin's side, confirmed he was dead, and only then breathed a sigh of relief.

"Brother, you have lost," Zhao Hao said.

But just at that moment, a cold arrow suddenly shot toward Zhao Hao. Zhao Hao could not dodge in time and was hit in the chest.

"Ah!" Zhao Hao cried out in pain, then looked at the person who shot the arrow.

There stood Huang Shang, looking at him coldly: "Prince Zhao, do not think you can defeat Zhao Kuangyin this way. His strength is far greater than yours."

Zhao Hao was stunned, then looked coldly at Huang Shang: "Huang Shang, how dare you betray me?"

"Betray? Prince Zhao, do not speak so beautifully. I was originally Zhao Kuangyin's man; I was merely using you," Huang Shang sneered.

Zhao Hao took a deep breath: "Huang Shang, do not think you can escape my punishment this way. Guards, seize Huang Shang for me!"

But just at that moment, a group of people suddenly rushed into the residence, surrounding Zhao Hao and Huang Shang completely.

"Prince Zhao, do not struggle anymore. You have now become Zhao Kuangyin's scapegoat. No one will come to save you," a person shouted loudly.

Zhao Hao was stunned, then looked at the speaker. He recognized this man; he was Lin Chong, Zhao Kuangyin's trusted general.

"Lin Chong, how dare you betray me?" Zhao Hao sneered.

Lin Chong sneered: "Prince Zhao, do not speak so beautifully. I was originally Zhao Kuangyin's man; I was merely using you."

Zhao Hao took a deep breath: "Lin Chong, do not think you can escape my punishment this way. My father, the Prince, will not spare you."

"Your father? He is already dead," Lin Chong sneered.

Zhao Hao was stunned: "What? My father is dead?"

"Yes, Zhao Wang. Zhao Kuangyin is already dead; you have now become his scapegoat," Lin Chong said.

Hearing this news, Zhao Hao felt a wave of despair in his heart. He knew he had lost completely now, and no one would come to save him.

"Huang Shang, Lin Chong, you two traitors, I will make you pay the price," Zhao Hao roared.

But Huang Shang and Lin Chong merely sneered, then ordered men to take Zhao Hao away.

They knew Zhao Hao had now become Zhao Kuangyin's scapegoat, and his fate was sealed. As for them, they could continue to enjoy their wealth and glory.

So, they were not afraid Zhao Hao would take revenge on them.

As for Zhao Hao, he could not take revenge either. Because Zhao Wang was already dead, he had lost his backing. Even if he wanted revenge now, he could not achieve it.

"Hahaha..." Zhao Hao suddenly threw his head back and let out a long cry, then left the place as if mad.

"Young Master, you need not be grieved and indignant," Lin Chong said.

Huang Shang shook his head, however: "This is not your fault. We should have guessed his conspiracy long ago."

Lin Chong sighed, then said: "Since he is already dead, let us inherit his will."

"Good." Huang Shang nodded.

Thus, the two began to plot their great scheme to usurp the throne.

Of course, Shen Bingyun knew nothing of all this. At this moment, she was having a meal with Zhou Yafu.

"Young Master, the moonlight tonight is very beautiful; why not appreciate it a bit more?" Zhou Yafu said.

Shen Bingyun smiled slightly: "I feel today's moon surpasses yesterday's moon."

"Young Master, I toast you a cup." Zhou Yafu raised his wine cup.

"Drink." Shen Bingyun likewise raised her wine cup.

"Young Master, tomorrow I will set off for Jiangzhou. I hope we can cooperate well." Zhou Yafu said.

Shen Bingyun fell silent for a moment, then said: "Tomorrow I will go with you. I believe you will certainly be able to complete the mission."

"If there is an opportunity, I will certainly help you seize the imperial throne." Zhou Yafu said.

Shen Bingyun shook her head: "That would be too cruel, after all we have worked together for many years."

"Young Master, rest assured. Even if we cannot cooperate then, I will still protect your safety." Zhou Yafu said.

Shen Bingyun smiled lightly: "Thank you."

"Come, drink!"

The next day, Zhou Yafu left with his troops.

"Young Master, we must wait for Zhou Yafu's good news." Yang Xiu said.

Shen Bingyun nodded: "Good, you have all worked hard; rest for a while first. I am preparing to take a stroll in Jingcheng. To clear my mind as well."

"This subordinate is willing to follow at your side." Yang Xiu said.

"You remain in Yanjing City; if you encounter trouble, we can aid each other." Shen Bingyun said.