12dz Chapter 105 Chess Game
Chapter 105 Chess Game
"Well, it's nothing actually, just basic operation." Lu Yunxu waved his hand nonchalantly and said it lightly.
Of course, if the corners of his lips were raised a little more reservedly, his words would have some credibility.
Qiao Jinlan did not laugh at Lu Yunxu. After making progress, it is human nature to want to be praised. Isn't that right?
That's what she just ignored.
It was because Lu Yunxu was becoming more and more capable that she often forgot that he was still a teenager.
Need encouragement.
Well, she will definitely remember it next time.
"Since Qiao Jiaojiao said so, she will definitely make a big fuss after a while." Qiao Jinlan said, "Just ignore her."
What they have now in their hands is not enough to deal with Anyang Hou and his men.
What's the point of exposing Lu Liangyi now?
At most, he would never be able to take part in the imperial examinations again.
But, to be exposed in front of His Majesty... that would be deceiving the emperor.
If Lu Lianghui were to be disgraced, Marquis Anyang could send her far away.
Even if we can't talk about fine clothes and delicious food, at least we can live a worry-free life.
So, is her plan to plot against Lu Yunyu going to be let go so easily?
Of course, she must experience the wonderful life of being unable to live or die in the Changyuan Marquis Mansion, and by the way, she can also save the poor wife of the Changyuan Marquis's son in her previous life.
What's the point of them taking action? It would be more fun to let the loving family of Anyang Hou fight each other.
She had to make sure they had no chance of turning things around, otherwise, it would be a waste of the brain cells she had spent putting in the effort.
Lu Yunxu didn't know what Qiao Jinlan would do next, but that didn't stop him from admiring his wife.
Especially his wife who was sitting there quietly, was extremely beautiful, but she was definitely not a beautiful woman without a soul.
At first glance, she seemed quiet and dignified, but in reality, who could have known that beneath her enchanting beauty was a ruthless person who could kill people without shedding blood... Well, he liked her.
"I'm going to read a book." Lu Yunxu said and left in a hurry.
A flash of doubt flashed across Qiao Jinlan's eyes. Was she seeing things?
Why do Lu Yunxu's ears feel a little red?
Yes!
He was so happy as he was about to see the people in Anyang Marquis' Mansion start to quarrel among themselves.
This won't work.
His emotions are too exposed. You should remind him when you get a chance.
The matter about Anyang Hou Su Yunxia was widely spread outside. Some time ago, no one mentioned the rumor that the Lin family was greedy for pleasure anymore.
Everyone understood that the reason Marquis Anyang removed Lu Yunxu from the family tree was simply to make room for his concubine's son.
When Lin took the children away, everyone saw it clearly, and Marquis Anyang was worried about being implicated.
As for why there were rumors about Lin and her son later...is there any need to ask?
It must have been done by someone from Anyang Marquis’ Mansion.
This time, there were even more criticisms against the Anyang Marquis' Mansion.
Of course, this sobering statement was first made by someone, but as for that person... Lu Yunxu kept his merits and fame to himself.
Recently, Marquis Anyang has had a very difficult time.
Other people can hide in their houses and not go out, but he can't.
When he went to court, his colleagues didn't say anything, but he still felt uncomfortable.
After holding out for a few days, Emperor Jin suddenly took out a chess game in the court and asked, "My Lords, can anyone solve this game?"
Everyone in the court was confused. What did the chess game mean?
The young eunuch distributed the chess games to the ministers one by one. When everyone saw them, they were all stunned.
This chess game is a bit difficult. If they want to break it... Anyway, they have no idea at the moment.
"Your Majesty, is there any mysterious meaning in this chess game?" A minister asked with a puzzled look. Your Majesty would never talk about such irrelevant things in the morning court for no reason.
Emperor Jin smiled and said, "If you can solve this chess game, Daliang's fortune will be given to Dajin by 30%. If you can't solve it, Dajin's fortune will be given to Daliang by 30%.
There was an uproar in the court.
Thirty percent of good fortune!
Good fortune can ensure good weather and good harvests. If the good fortune is reduced by 30%, there will be more frequent floods, droughts, insect infestations and earthquakes somewhere.
When there are too many disasters, people will be displaced... Dazhen will suffer huge losses!
"My fellow ministers, seven days, only seven days." Emperor Jin reminded all the civil and military officials in the court.
Now, everyone was anxious.
Can it really be solved in seven days?
This is of great importance and no one can guarantee it.
"I have sent people to post the imperial edict in various places in Dajin. Whoever solves the problem will be rewarded handsomely!" None of the ministers opposed Emperor Jin's decision.
This concerns Dazhen's safety in the coming year, so naturally, no mistakes can be made.
As for not making a bet with Daliang... Daliang and Dazhen are already in a hostile competitive relationship. If they don't even accept this, let alone the face issue, the fact that they don't even have this little courage, wouldn't that make the big country think that they, Dazhen, don't deserve the good fortune?
If you don't handle it well, you may even lose more than 30% of your fortune, which will be an even greater loss.
Now that something big has happened that concerns Dajin’s fortune, who still remembers the scandal of Marquis Anyang?
The imperial edict was posted quickly, and for a moment, all the people in the capital were discussing the chess game on the edict.
If you solve the chess game, you can get a lot of gold and silver, a thousand taels of gold!
A thousand taels of gold was enough to excite the nerves of the people in the capital. Anyone who had ever come into contact with Go would go home and forget about eating and sleeping to try it.
What if it happens?
If it works, their lives will be much better in the future!
Even the people from the noble families were trying their best to break the impasse.
A thousand taels of gold was not too much for their entire family. Compared to the bounty, they valued this opportunity to become famous more.
They solved a chess game that no one else could solve. What an honor!
That would be a great honor in front of His Majesty.
For a moment, everyone was discussing the chess game and nothing else.
Inside the palace, the prince was also staring at the chessboard with a frown. After a long moment, he let out a long sigh, unable to find a way to do it.
"Father, two days have passed and there is still no news from outside." The prince said worriedly.
In other places in Dazhen, there is not even seven days.
After all, solving a chess game always takes time to deliver the answer.
It’s easy for nearby ones, but for those far away... even 800 miles is not enough even if you send it by express delivery.
Emperor Jin said nothing but looked solemn.
The prince also kept silent.
The atmosphere in the imperial study was extremely solemn and depressing, as if a huge rock was pressing on one's heart, making it hard to breathe.
Emperor Jin sighed softly: "Dajin, Daliang, or several other countries... It seems that they are competing for hegemony, but what is the reality?"
“But they are all just ants.”
"Compared to those big countries, what is Dazhen?"
Emperor Jin's self-mockery made the prince feel uncomfortable.
"Father, we have never given up all these years. As long as we find a child with talent who can become a divine servant and ask for divine protection, our Great Jin..." The prince's words caused Emperor Jin to chuckle.
"Da Jin has never been blessed by the gods." Emperor Jin's eyes were firm, "Even if there is no blessing from the gods, I will do my best to protect the people."