Chapter 826: Encountering Dong Zhuo
Chapter 826: Encountering Dong Zhuo
The day after Lu Hai Kong eliminated Emperor Ling, another assassination attempt occurred in Luoyang City.
The victim was none other than Huangfu Song, who had just made the decision to take action against He Jin.
No sooner had he discussed the matter with Wang Yun than Huangfu Song was attacked, and it was fortunate that his guards arrived in time, saving Huangfu Song's life.
However, Huangfu Song was not unscathed, having narrowly escaped with his life but suffering severe injuries.
As soon as this incident occurred, all eyes in Luoyang turned to He Jin, for it was clear that the situation had become tense. Who could benefit from this assassination attempt? It had to be He Jin.
Wang Yun was certain that He Jin was behind this assassination, and he understood the sequence of events.
Just as Huangfu Song decided to take action, he was immediately targeted for assassination. If not He Jin, then who could have orchestrated this?
This incident revealed that Wang Yun had wrongfully accused He Jin, as the actual mastermind was Lu Hai Kong.
The assassination was ordered by Yue Ying, and his objective was simple: to stir up chaos in Luoyang and intensify the conflict between the Northern and Southern Armies.
As for the reason, Lu Hai Kong was not acting for himself but for the sake of his mission.
Since Dong Zhuo's entry into the capital, Lu Hai Kong had taken on an additional task of facilitating Dong Zhuo's arrival. With the task nearly complete, only a small portion remained. Lu Hai Kong decided to assist Dong Zhuo by eliminating Huangfu Song, making Dong Zhuo's entry smoother.
If the plot of Dong Zhuo's arrival could not be reversed, then he had to seize this opportunity to complete his task and reap some benefits.
However, as soon as the assassination occurred, various factions within Luoyang became anxious, and many sought out Lu Hai Kong, hoping he would enter the city and clear the court.
Yet, Lu Hai Kong's attitude was enigmatic, showing no intention of taking action.
Although he had cheered for the assassination outside the city, he had no desire to enter Luoyang. He was well aware that it was not the right time for him to enter, and once inside, leaving would not be easy.
So, he remained outside, indifferent to the pleas of countless individuals who sought his help.
They were perplexed by Lu Hai Kong's actions, unaware of his true intentions.
You're not going to clear the court? You're not seeking revenge for yourself? Before, you were determined to enter the city, even if it meant breaking through the closed gates and shedding blood. Now, with the gates open, you refuse to enter. What's the meaning of this?
In truth, from Lu Hai Kong's perspective, his reason for not entering was simple.
He had no need nor reason to enter the city. At this moment, Luoyang was a treacherous trap, and once inside, leaving would not be as simple.
If he entered the city in the name of clearing the court and eliminated He Jin, on what grounds would he leave after Dong Zhuo's arrival?
The complications were too great, and they involved Dong Zhuo's entry into the capital. Lu Hai Kong had to be cautious, and he would not hinder his own mission.
Lu Hai Kong, despite not entering the city, was not idly waiting outside Luoyang. His actions were quite dramatic, as if he was putting on a show of not entering.
His behavior left the NPCs puzzled, unsure of his intentions.
Lu Hai Kong had no particular agenda; he was waiting, waiting to meet someone, discuss matters, and then depart for Bingzhou.
He had already spent considerable time in Luoyang, and it was time to leave. Although Dong Zhuo was on the verge of entering the capital, it would likely take several months for the alliance against Dong Zhuo to form. Lu Hai Kong couldn't possibly stay in Luoyang for that long.
Who knew what the plot would bring next? Perhaps the system would have him replace Ding Yuan's role, so it was best to settle matters here and then return to Bingzhou.
...
Outside Luoyang, about ten li away, a cavalry force of nearly ten thousand men halted their charge.
From within the army, several light cavalry riders emerged and headed towards a small grove not far away.
As they entered the grove, someone was already waiting inside.
In the 619th chapter, the scene unfolded precisely as described!
Within the grove, a large boulder had been carved into a set of chairs and tables by a sharp tool. As the light cavalry riders entered, Lu Hai Kong sat on one of the stone chairs, reading a book. On the table was a pot of clear wine, and he waited quietly.
When Dong Zhuo arrived, Lu Hai Kong revealed a smile, closed the book, and stood up, ready to greet him.
Seeing Lu Hai Kong, Dong Zhuo's eyes narrowed, and he quickly scanned the area, focusing on a specific spot before withdrawing his gaze. A smile played on his lips as he spoke, "It's been years, and we finally meet again."
Lu Hai Kong's eyes flashed with understanding, and he paused before continuing, "But I wonder, will we still be friends after this meeting?"
Lu Hai Kong's blunt question caused Dong Zhuo to hesitate for a moment, but he quickly recovered, "As long as you wish it, we will remain friends."
Lu Hai Kong's smile widened at Dong Zhuo's words, "Then let's discuss matters friends should talk about. I need your help with something, and you can refuse if you wish!"
(End of Chapter)
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