Heroes of Troubled Times: Chronicles of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms

Zhu Wen became more calm and steady. He knew that the time was ripe and he had to push the situation forward with a strong attitude. Although Tang Zhaozong knew that things were not going well, he was under tremendous pressure because he knew that he was at a critical moment of life and death.

However, at this critical moment, a piece of news came from Luoyang that made Zhu Wen palpitate - his wife Zhang Hui fell ill in Bianzhou.

Zhu Wen put down the instructions for abdication in his hand and rushed back to Bianliang anxiously, ignoring all situations and interests. He only cared about his wife's health in his heart, and everything else became irrelevant.

When he rushed into the ward and saw Zhang Hui lying sickly on the bed, tears could not stop flowing down. Zhang Hui was obviously dying, but she insisted on speaking to Zhu Wen: "You...you can't stay here any longer, the world situation...needs you."

Zhu Wen held Zhang Hui's hand tightly, his eyes full of guilt and reluctance: "I was wrong, I should be with you and take care of you, but now...now I let you bear all this alone."

Zhang Hui smiled slightly: "Husband and wife are birds of the same forest, and they fly away when disaster strikes. What is happening now is destiny. You should return to Chang'an and complete your mission."

Zhu Wen was sad, knowing his wife's intention, he whispered: "I will return to Chang'an as soon as possible and take care of everything."

In Chang'an, Zhu Wen's departure brought an invisible pressure, as if the entire city was shrouded in a heavy haze. Inside and outside the palace, officials talked about it, and various forces began to reassess the situation, secretly layout, and wait for the next development.

In the Forbidden City, Tang Zhaozong sat in front of the imperial desk with a gloomy face, and a trace of helplessness and anxiety between his eyebrows. He knew that Zhu Wen's departure was only temporary, and the instability of the political situation would only increase his pressure and difficulties.

"Your Majesty, after Zhu Wen's departure, how should we deal with it?" A prime minister bowed and asked with a hint of worry in his voice.

Tang Zhaozong took a deep breath and said with a firm look: "We can't sit and wait for death, we must take action. Send an order immediately to strengthen the guard to prevent any accidents. At the same time, send envoys to various places to contact major forces to maintain our stability."

The prime minister took the order and left, but Tang Zhaozong knew that this was only an emergency measure. Facing Zhu Wen's strength, they did not have much confidence. He prayed in his heart, hoping that God would bless the Tang Dynasty and protect them from this crisis.

In the city of Bianliang, Zhu Wen also faced unprecedented challenges. He returned home, but felt that everything had become strange and distant. Zhang Hui's departure made him feel heartbroken, but he knew that he couldn't stop no matter what.

"Mr. Zhu, what should we do now?" A confidant came to him and asked cautiously.

Zhu Wen took a deep breath and said firmly: "We must stabilize the situation and not let anyone take advantage of the opportunity to mess up. Immediately send an order to strengthen the city defense and closely monitor the dynamics of the court and the public. At the same time, send people to various places to keep in touch with major forces.Ensure that our position is stable. "

The confidant took the order and left, but Zhu Wen knew that this was only a temporary appeasement. Facing the complex situation of the Tang Dynasty, they still needed to respond cautiously in order to consolidate their position.

In Chang'an City, officials in the court were talking about it, and various forces began to re-arrange their positions. A new power game was brewing. Who can truly control the situation and who can become the winner of this game, everything is still unknown.

Inside and outside the Tang Dynasty, the political situation is unpredictable, and a more intense competition is about to begin. On the stage of history, who can truly write their own legend? It is at this At that time, Zhu Wen's wife's condition worsened. Although she took the herbs collected by the medical officer Bian Yong, it was of no use.

In the depths of Zhu Wen's mansion, in a dim room, Madam Zhang lay on the bed, her face pale, and the pain was like an invisible chain, tightly binding her body. Her breathing was weak and rapid, and every breath seemed to consume her remaining vitality.

The door was gently pushed open, and Zhu Wen's figure appeared at the door, his face full of deep worry and fatigue. He walked into the room lightly, fearing to disturb the person on the bed.

"Is Zhu Wen back?" Madam Zhang's voice was weak, but with a hint of expectation.

Zhu Wen walked to the bedside, held her hand, and a trace of sadness flashed in his eyes: "It's me, Madam."

The two looked at each other in silence, and the air was filled with heavy silence. Madam Zhang's eyes revealed a transcendent calmness, as if she had foreseen her own fate.

"Zhu Wen, I feel that I don't have much time left. "Mrs. Zhang said softly, there was no fear in her voice, only a faint acceptance.

Zhu Wen's heart was like being hit by a heavy hammer. He held Mrs. Zhang's hand tightly, and tears flashed in his eyes: "Madam, don't say that, we still have a long way to go."

Mrs. Zhang smiled slightly, with a hint of bitterness in her smile: "Zhu Wen, you and I have been together for more than 20 years, I am satisfied. But the road to becoming an emperor is not easy."

Zhu Wen felt helpless in his heart, he knew that what Mrs. Zhang said was true. He once did everything for power, but now, facing the love he was about to lose, he felt unprecedented confusion and fear.

"Madam, what should I do?" Zhu Wen's voice was trembling, and his heart was full of worries about the future.

Mrs. Zhang shook her head gently, and her eyes flashed with wisdom: "Zhu Wen, you must be strong. No matter what the future holds, you must remember what you are fighting for. ”

Zhu Wen took a deep breath, he knew that what Madam Zhang said was right. He could not forget his responsibility and mission because of personal grief.

“Madam, I will remember it.” Zhu Wen’s voice was firm, and his eyes were rekindled with fighting spirit.

Madam Zhang nodded slightly, and a satisfied smile appeared on her face: “That’s good, Zhu Wen. Remember, no matter what happens, you must stick to your beliefs. ”

Zhu Wen held Madam Zhang’s hand tightly, his heart was full of gratitudeand determination. He knew that even if Madam Zhang left, her spirit and wisdom would always guide him forward.

"Madam, I will do it." Zhu Wen's voice was full of determination and commitment.

Madam Zhang smiled slightly, and a trace of relief flashed in her eyes: "That's good, Zhu Wen. I believe you."

In that dim room, Zhu Wen and Madam Zhang's conversation was like a spiritual exchange. Their emotions and beliefs were transmitted silently, lighting a bright light for Zhu Wen's future path.

As time passed, Madam Zhang's breathing gradually became weak, and the fire of her life was about to go out. Zhu Wen held her hand tightly, his eyes full of reluctance and grief.

"Madam, don't worry, I will continue to move forward and will not let you down." Zhu Wen's voice choked, his heart was full of nostalgia for Madam Zhang and determination for the future.

Madam Zhang smiled slightly, and the last ray of light flashed in her eyes, and then she slowly closed her eyes. The flame of her life quietly extinguished in Zhu Wen's arms, leaving behind endless memories and deep longing.

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