Chapter 652: Imperial Palace Assassin Lin Che just said with emotion: "All this is just for the Ming Dynasty, so that the people can have a peaceful and stable living environment. Power and status are all passing clouds." After Zhu Yuanzhang heard the news, he also sighed: "I have Lin Che, who is like a tiger with wings. He is indeed worthy of being the national teacher." The name and prestige of the Imperial Master Ling Chi spread among the vassal states, and he was feared by all. In the early spring in the capital, there was always an implicit majesty, but in that foggy morning meeting. The heart of Ming Dynasty's Imperial Master Lin Che was as calm and clear as an iceberg. In the study. Lin Che looked out the wall. Her furrowed brows were astonished by the plum blossoms that covered the ground in the courtyard. She seemed to be thinking about something, and the memorial in her hand was as silent as an autumn leaf. It records the secret reports brought back by the spy network he personally set up during this period. Imperial Master, do these scholars and ministers really think that the world is lawless?" A thin old man, Jinyiwei Commander Xiao Yi walked into the room, his tone mixed with a bit of chill. Lin Che shook his head slightly, raised his eyes from the secret report, and answered in an almost calm tone, "It's not the world that is causing the trouble, but people's hearts are fickle. The powerful officials took this path only because greed blinded their nature." Xiao Yi bowed his head and listened. He knew that the Imperial Master Lin Che spoke with great sincerity and every word he said was full of wisdom.

“Commander Xiao, what is the information you brought back?” Lin Che asked calmly. "Reporting to the Imperial Master, your guess is correct. Several officials, both big and small, are conspiring with the enemy country," the old man stroked his beard, with a hint of approval in his eyes. Lin Che suddenly stood up, gently spread out the memorial in his hand, and clenched his five fingers into a fist, "They are all a bunch of self-righteous ants." His voice never rose. But it made Xiao Yi feel a majesty that was difficult to describe in words. They used strategies and plans to lay a big net and catch all these hypocritical but sinister traitors. Lin Che's spy network penetrated deep into the enemy's rear, disguising themselves as merchants, monks, and even ordinary people. Collecting every possible information point. Xiao Yi looked at Lin Che with admiration in his eyes: "Master, the depth of your plan and the brilliance of your methods are truly astonishing." Lin Che just smiled slightly: "Whether the means are clever or not is just a false reputation. The key lies in whether we can clean up the court and ensure the eternal stability of our Ming Dynasty." Just as Lin Che expected, after learning the truth, Zhu Yuanzhang was furious, but he was also impressed by Lin Che's loyalty and wisdom. During a tryst in the palace, the two sat behind a beautiful screen like a scroll. "Lin Che, I wonder what my court would be like without you?" Zhu Yuanzhang sighed in time and also expressed his admiration. Lin Che, however, remained unmoved, as he was fully aware of the responsibility and significance of this matter. "Your Majesty, Guo Yulong, I am only doing my duty." Zhu Yuanzhang looked at him deeply, feeling a surge of respect for this imperial master. He knew that beneath Lin Che's humility lay a deep love for the world. “Lin Che, I am very relieved by your wisdom. Since you have caught these thieves this time, I will reward you handsomely.” Zhu Yuanzhang said sincerely. “Your Majesty, Chen Wuneng, being able to eliminate harm for the Ming Dynasty is already the duty of a subject.” There was no trace of complacency in Lin Che’s words, “But I have a favor to ask.” "You said." Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes widened. “Your Majesty, please think twice and do not be too radical in dealing with these powerful officials.” Lin Che reminded solemnly, “Now that the internal troubles have been resolved, the external troubles still exist. Although the villains have been defeated, there must be their accomplices lurking in the place. At this moment, we should close the net instead of making it public.” Zhu Yuanzhang nodded. He believed Lin Che's explanation. At the same time, the chess game arranged by Lin Che and Zhu Yuanzhang gradually showed its strong defensive capabilities. When the traitors were released one by one, everyone in the court was impressed by Lin Che's foresight.

Not long after, the court was clear and the atmosphere changed drastically. Lin Che still worked hard day and night, maintaining his sense of responsibility and tranquility, like the guardian of the Ming Dynasty. Zhu Yuanzhang's regime was consolidated because of him, and there was even more respect in the court. Lin Che's name thus spread throughout the Ming Dynasty and even the border areas. His wisdom and broad-mindedness were regarded as the symbol of the Ming Dynasty's century-old foundation. In the silent nights in the Imperial Master's Mansion, he continued to perform astronomy and geography. He seemed to be independent, but in fact he was paying attention to the general situation of the world. Under the splendor of the imperial court, there is a dark and tense conspiracy. Zhu Yuanzhang has been in a state of confusion since the murder of the crown prince. Although he appears calm on the surface, the turmoil in his heart cannot be calmed down by anyone. "I, the Imperial Master, cannot let such a thing happen again. There cannot be such corruption in my court." Zhu Yuanzhang's voice was like thunder in the dark night, revealing endless fatigue and anger. Standing in a corner of the hall, the Imperial Master Lin Che still looked as calm as water, completely oblivious to the worldly vicissitudes. "Your Majesty, the Imperial Master only has his opinion on this matter. Although the case of the Crown Prince has been cleared up in the court, it has disturbed the Emperor's heart, and I also feel regretful. Oh?" ​​Zhu Yuanzhang asked, "Lin Che, I know you are a man of great strategy. What do you think?" Lin Che smiled slightly and responded in a low voice: "Although the person who secretly followed the Demon Queen slipped into the fish, he could not avoid being caught in the net. I intend to set up a net to make the murderer have nowhere to escape. I will use the Embroidered Spring Knife as a judicial weapon. In one sentence, the war is in chaos." Zhu Yuanzhang's face turned pale, and he nodded, signaling Lin Che that he could move. As night fell, the sky over the capital was pitch black, but behind Lin Che, the national teacher walking on the quiet streets, there was always an invisible light following him. He walked deep into the endless palace and came to the traitor area where the eunuchs smoked and drizzled. Have you heard that the national teacher has been coming in and out frequently these days, and all the places where he is not idle are crowded. Alas, you should be careful with your words, because the national teacher is the confidant of the current emperor. These whispers are like the night wind, which harms the country. Lin Che's face is indifferent. His destination is a quiet place, a secret room that no one knows about. Ling Chi gently pressed his palm on the stone wall in front of the door of the secret room. The stone wall seemed to sense something, and slowly opened without sound, revealing a narrow passage. Ling Chi's voice disappeared in the passage, and the secret room closed silently, as if nothing had happened. At the end of the passage is a secret room in a non-quality inspection building. In the secret room is a large table filled with files and drawings. These are all the evidence and clues that Ling Chi has collected in the past few days. He lit a candle, and the shadow on the table swayed with the firelight. He picked up a small puppet that was left by the assassin. It is small and exquisite, and contains hidden mysteries. Although they committed suicide, they left behind huge clues. (End of this chapter)