"Your Majesty... Your Majesty asked me about this, but I don't know." When Emperor Mingde asked, Peng Hai smiled apologetically.

"The old slave helped Yun Gongzheng speak because I have known him for many years and I know him well. He, like the old slave, is devoted to Your Majesty."

In the past, Peng Hai called himself a slave in front of Emperor Mingde, but now he suddenly changed his title entirely because of his question.

Even though he is His Majesty's companion for many years, he must be cautious when answering such questions.

Calling me "old slave" is a little reminder.

In this way, even if he really said the wrong thing, His Majesty will treat him lightly because of the years of friendship.

"You old man!" How could Emperor Mingde not know Peng Hai's thoughts? A slight smile appeared on his face, "I really need to think about this matter carefully."

He knew very well that if he really wanted to change someone to be the leader of the inner guard, whether it was the eldest prince or the third prince, he would definitely find a way to arrange for his own person.

But no matter what, the leader of the inner guard cannot be one of theirs.

The inner guard belongs to the king, and the leader can only be chosen by him as the emperor, otherwise it will be even more unreliable to use him.

"If Yunlan comes, just let him come in directly." Emperor Mingde ordered to Peng Hai.

"Yes." Peng Hai responded and retreated out of the hall.

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"Empress." Yu Qin came in from His Highness and saluted Xie Heng, "I heard that Chief Yun was assassinated. Fortunately, he was not seriously injured. He has already gone to apologize to Your Majesty."

"Assassinated?" Xie Heng, who was leaning on the beauty chair, raised his eyebrows slightly, "Do you know who did it?"

"I don't know about this at the moment. I think the internal guards will investigate carefully. I don't know if Your Majesty will blame Chief Yun?" Both the master and the servant knew Emperor Mingde's temperament.

"The blame is inevitable, but I don't know if the leader of the inner guard can still sit in his position." Now that Yunlan is sitting in this position, it will be a lot convenient for them.

Even if the inner guard belongs exclusively to the king, if the leader of the inner guard has different intentions, he can secretly deal with it.

Even if the news is reported back to Emperor Mingde, there is nothing to worry about, because whether the news will increase or decrease, and how it will turn around, is all under the control of the leader.

"Mother, can we make some arrangements?" After hearing what Xie Heng said, Yu Qin asked worriedly.

"There is no need to deliberately arrange it. Since he is the leader of the internal guards, he will definitely have backup. Even if he can no longer sit in this position, the new leader of the internal guards may not be one of ours."

Emperor Mingde had arranged for eyes in Qifeng Palace. Since Xie Heng had been in the palace for many years, how could he be completely unprepared?

It's just that in the past, I really didn't think about starting from the internal defense. This is indeed not an easy task.

If Xie Heng wanted to take action, even if she couldn't replace the leader of the inner guard with one of her own, she could still intervene.

"Yu Qin, I think this matter is interesting." Xie Heng sat up a little straighter, picked up the scented tea on the side and took a sip.

"What do you mean by this?" Yu Qin was a little confused.

"Think about it, Yunlan is the leader of the internal defense. According to his wishes, there should be someone protecting him in the dark, but he was injured. He was only injured, but was he poisoned?"

Yu Qin thought about the news carefully and shook her head.

"If the other party really wants to kill him, why not use poison? Even ordinary poison will be enough to make Yun Lan unable to take charge of the inner guard in a short period of time. By then, the leader of the inner guard will definitely be replaced."

"But in the current situation, Yunlan is only injured, not serious. He can still continue to serve as leader, but His Majesty will definitely be dissatisfied and even replace him."

Xie Heng put down the cup in his hand and analyzed it slowly with Yu Qin, "However, according to the current situation, even if His Majesty had such thoughts, the leader of the inner guard will not be changed in the end, and Yun Lan will still be the leader of the inner guard.

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With Emperor Mingde's temperament, he must have known that if he wanted to replace someone, the eldest prince and the third prince would definitely find a way, but it was impossible for him to allow their man to become the leader of the inner guard.

Yun Lan was not seriously injured, these

Although Nian has been tested by him many times, he still has his trust after all, so it is easiest to continue using him.

Xie Heng had some vague speculations in his mind. This assassination might have been deliberately planned by someone. As for the purpose... it was probably to find out someone.

Both Yun Lan and Xie Heng had thought that there might be someone else in this dark place, but they didn't know who that person was yet.

No matter what, you have to find that person out as soon as possible, otherwise their plan will be even more difficult to implement. You always have to be on guard against someone stabbing you in the back.

But where is the truth about guarding against thieves for a thousand days?

It is better to take the initiative and expose some flaws to the other party. If the other party catches it, it is naturally best. But if the other party is indifferent, then they have to be even more careful.

No matter what appears on the surface, it is not enough evidence. The poisonous snake hiding in the dark is the most terrifying thing.

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After returning to the palace, Yunlan immediately went to Emperor Mingde to apologize.

The atmosphere in Lingyun Hall was a little stagnant at this time. Emperor Mingde looked at Yun Lan and did not speak for a long time.

What Xie Heng could think of, Emperor Mingde could naturally think of. At this moment, he looked at Yun Lan and didn't know what he was thinking about.

But whether he was staring at people or staring at people without saying a word, Yun Lan only maintained the posture of saluting, as usual, neither humble nor overbearing.

Finally, Emperor Mingde spoke, "Since you are injured, please go back and let the imperial doctor take a good look at you, so as not to leave any root causes of disease."

"Yes, thank you for your concern, Your Majesty." Yun Lan saluted again, "I have already made arrangements for the affairs of the Internal Security Department."

"Huh? Do you think I will replace you?" Emperor Mingde asked, staring at him.

"I dare not speculate on His Majesty's thoughts, but since I am injured, I still have to make some preparations in order not to affect the operation of the Internal Security Department."

In other words, even if he is replaced now, it will not have any impact on the inside defender.

Emperor Mingde's gaze was firmly fixed on Yun Lan, "You raise your head and look at me and speak."

"Please forgive me for the offence." Yunlan raised his head as he was told, his eyebrows lowered and he did not look at Emperor Mingde.

"Do you know what this inner guard leader represents? If I ask you to hand it over, are you really willing to do it?" After laughing, Emperor Mingde asked again.

"Your Majesty, I am just the eunuch beside you. Even if I am not the leader of the internal guard, I am still in charge of the palace for you. I am still your personal servant and can be loyal to you. In this case, it is the same everywhere.

"..

When Yunlan said this, his tone was serious and solemn. Emperor Mingde looked at his expression, and a little joy flashed in his eyes.

"You have done a great job as the leader of the internal guards. I have no intention of replacing you yet, but you are injured after all. Let the imperial doctor take a look at you and rest for a few days."
Chapter completed!