mtlumby2d Chapter 1494
Chapter 1494
Upon hearing Wei Wu's words, Mao Xiang's face instantly darkened.
What do you mean by saying someone has to stand up and face the questioning of all the officials? If you're going to say that, why not just say Mao Xiang's name?
As Zhu Yuanzhang's personal black glove, Mao Xiang's primary responsibility was to do Zhu Yuanzhang's shady business.
At the same time, whenever it came to taking the blame, it was Mao Xiang who stepped forward to shoulder the heaviest and darkest burden.
So after Wei Wu finished speaking, the experienced Mao Xiang immediately understood that this was aimed at him.
The reason he said that Wei Wu needed to speak to the emperor about this matter was mainly because he wanted to use Wei Wu's influence to make himself feel better.
But he didn't expect that even if Wei Wu spoke up, he would still have to take the blame himself after the city-wide search.
If he had known this would be the outcome, he most likely wouldn't have brought it up. Unfortunately, it's too late to say anything now.
Since the emperor has already agreed, it means the matter is settled, and there's no way to back out now.
Just as Mao Xiang was sighing inwardly, Wei Wu's voice came through the walkie-talkie again.
"Old Mao, I'll trouble you to communicate with the Five Cities Garrison about this matter. Hopefully, we can capture Zhang Hao as soon as possible."
"Shen Lin, there's nothing for you to do over there. Come back to the Imperial Hospital first. I have some things to tell you to do!"
Upon hearing Wei Wu's words on the walkie-talkie, Shen Lin immediately put the walkie-talkie to his mouth and said:
"Yes, young master, I'll be right back!"
After giving a brief response, Shen Lin turned to look at Mao Xiang.
"Commander Mao, the young master has something for me to do, so I'll go back and report now. I'll leave the rest to you."
"Well, you go back first!"
Although Mao Xiang felt helpless inside, he outwardly acted normally and nodded in response to Shen Lin.
Shen Lin did not linger there. After leaving the Jinyiwei garrison, he immediately went to the Imperial Hospital ward.
After entering, Shen Lin first bowed to Wei Wu, and then prepared to ask what he needed to do.
However, before he could speak, Wei Wu spoke first.
"Shen Lin, when you deal with Mao Xiang in the future, remember to be more careful and don't let him take advantage of you."
Upon hearing Wei Wu's words, Shen Lin was stunned and stood there for a long time, unable to come to his senses.
Their Zhenguo Duke's Mansion frequently dealt with the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and the two sides had always maintained a very good relationship.
Therefore, Shen Lin had basically no guard against Mao Xiang, but now Wei Wu was telling him to be a little wary of Mao Xiang.
Furthermore, he said that he was being used by Mao Xiang, which left Shen Lin momentarily unable to process what had happened.
"Young Master, you said that Mao Xiang is using me. I'm a little confused. Please enlighten me, Young Master!"
Seeing the expression on Shen Lin's face, and hearing his words, Wei Wu could only explain again:
"Actually, when I told His Majesty about a city-wide search just now, His Majesty did not refuse, nor did he say that anyone should step forward to take responsibility."
"I was the one who brought it up to His Majesty. Someone had to step forward and face the civil and military officials. As for who that person is, I don't need to tell you, do I?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Lin immediately nodded to indicate that he understood. In fact, it wasn't hard to guess; apart from Mao Xiang, no one else could take the blame.
Seeing Shen Lin nod, Wei Wu continued:
"Although Zhang Hai and the White Lotus Taoist were targeting me, it doesn't mean I have a responsibility to resolve this matter."
"In fact, this is the duty of the Embroidered Uniform Guard. At the same time, Mao Xiang and the Embroidered Uniform Guard bear an unshirkable responsibility in the Zhang Hao incident."
"The Embroidered Uniform Guard, as the emperor's personal guard, was infiltrated by the White Lotus Sect, and the White Lotus Sect leader was even allowed to hide within the Embroidered Uniform Guard."
Although Wei Wu hadn't finished speaking, Shen Lin already understood what he meant.