Clouds and Waters

When the three arrived in Jingzhou, it was past the time to light the lanterns.Shui Xinyou arranged for Tang Xiaohan, and then asked Yun Chenxiao for leave, saying that she had to negotiate with Xie Ziliang on a confidential matter of the court.Yun Chenxiao felt quite lonely, and felt a little out of favor.Fortunately, she is optimistic by nature, and she explained in her heart: You'er is not an ordinary woman and child. Since she is the pillar of the country, she will have to spend a lot of time on clothing and food, and work hard on the case. The thoughts of a little woman like myself are really unacceptable.Thinking of this, I felt a little relieved.

With nothing to do, Yun Chenxiao took a leisurely stroll in the courtyard.As soon as he arrived in the court, he heard a man say loudly: "Since my lord is unwilling to repeat the mistakes made by Master Zhilan, I don't need to waste my time talking about the lessons learned from cooking a dog and hiding a bow. It's just, my lord, since you moved How can she stay out of the matter with her heart to aspire to the top?"

Yun Chenxiao heard that it was Xie Ziliang's voice, and couldn't help being curious.She didn't intend to be that villain, but the content of their conversation was too shocking.She knows the ambition of Qingyun in her heart, and now she has the jade seal of Chuanguo, and she has obtained the military power of Shu and Chu.Now that the world is falling apart, it's not that she didn't suspect that Shui Xinyou had the intention of changing the dynasty, and she tried it several times, but she never got a clear answer from Shui Xinyou.At this time, when I heard the words "heart to win the crown", I carefully listened to it.

There was a long silence in the room.Just when Yun Chenxiao suspected that she was hallucinating, Shui Xinyou's voice slowly sounded: "This matter is extremely confidential and dangerous, and there will be too many dirty things that can't be seen. How precious is her innocent heart. I I don't want her to get too involved."

"But she has already been involved! Now everyone knows that Yunshui is a party, Chu and Shu form an alliance, and the power spreads all over the sky. Your lord still expects her to retreat unscathed? A certain said something disrespectful: If this happens, she will be torn apart." Tu, princes and generals; if this matter fails, she will destroy the nine clans and die without a whole body!" Xie Ziliang's voice was ups and downs, obviously emotional: "You have been in Shu for several months, and it is difficult to tidy up the Shu army. But now As the commander of the Shu army, only Yang Shicheng is ours. Although Luo Feng apparently defected to the imperial court, he was Murong Guang's disciple after all, and he was a classmate with General Xiaoyun. Control. If you want to control all of the Shu army, I am afraid that General Xiaoyun will have to deal with it. If something happens at this time, wouldn't your efforts fall short?"

Shui Xinyou said in a deep voice: "Sichuan, you don't have to worry. I know that Luo Feng really wants to do things for the people. Yang Shicheng is upright and capable, and Luo Feng is good at running the army. Together, the two of them can protect the Shu army from danger. Before I left, I instructed Yang Shicheng to put pressure on King An. According to reports, Xue Yanqing, King An, had written to the emperor, saying that he would accept the reprimand, hand over taxation and military power, and be his idle clan with peace of mind. Moreover, Emei sent Chu Yuxi to seize power successfully. Now she is the head of the sect. I have ordered her to organize the Emei disciples into the Shu army, and she has also taken the position of personnel in the army, so that she can gradually cultivate her own people from some middle and lower generals."

"But!" Xie Ziliang interrupted her hastily, "Even if you can control the Shu army, my lord, what about the Chu army? Although Old General Yun has retired, his power is still there. With him in charge, the Chu army can become an army. Ten years ago, the emperor ordered me to be in charge of the Chu army, but as long as the old general is around, I will never be the commander in chief. Although I have cultivated a lot of forces on our side, it is just a drop in the bucket. The real backbone of the Chu army is old general Yun. He paused for a moment, and then said in a sincere tone: "Your Excellency, you might as well think about it carefully. General Yun has been in office for two dynasties, and he has a clear understanding of the overall situation in the world today. What is the purpose of his letter to become an official this time? He really wants to support the world." Years, or to retreat? He retreated bravely at this time, but pushed General Xiaoyun to the cusp of the storm, what does Lord Shui think he intends?"

Shui Xinyou's mind changed rapidly, and it was difficult to calm down for a while.She always thought that it was Yun Chenxiao who actively contributed to this matter in order to help her.But thinking about it now, how could Yun Chenxiao get the military power of the Chu army without Yun Zhengting's default permission?Did Yun Zhengting intentionally ask Yun Chenxiao to help him?No, it's impossible!Not to mention that Yun Zhengting's grievances with him have not been settled for more than ten years. He is loyal to the emperor, so how can he sit back and watch his daughter lead a trilogy to betray the court, help her proclaim the emperor, and end up being a second official?

Seeing that Shui Xin was speechless for a long time, Xie Ziliang said again: "It doesn't matter what the old Marquis intends. Now, he has handed over all the power in the army to General Xiao Yun, and even asked the emperor for an official title for her, which is justified. The chiefs of the Yun family's guarding army are mostly old General Yun's former troops. These people practice the Beidou Bagua sword array with General Xiaoyun every day, and they are naturally close to her. My lord, if you want to be the world, you must hold the Chu army firmly Hold it in your hands. If you want to capture the Chu army, how can General Xiaoyun not fall into the thunder pool?"

"Ziliang, you're right." Shui Xin paced back and said, "Wouldn't it be nice to get your clothes on when you're sailing on the river? It's just that you and I have lost our boats, and Xiaoyun still has a chance to turn around. What I'm doing now is 'following the order of the emperor'." The merits of "not being a minister" command the world to be famous. Yun'er can stand upright and gallop, and can also strategize and win thousands of miles. But if I launch a coup, so that the country changes color, it will be treason, and I will carry it through the ages Notorious——with her temperament, it's really not suitable."

Yun Chenxiao heard this in the atrium at this time, only felt a "buzz" in his head, and could no longer hear what they were discussing below, and moved away stupidly, his mind was disturbed and complicated.

***

Three days later, Shui Xinyou will leave for Beijing.She hates the dirty things of forming cliques and intrigues in Beijing, but she has to do it.Now the power of the suzerain and vassal is divided, and the court is not monolithic. Although she has worked hard for many years, there are still many details to be considered.She needs assistants, strategists, and company, but she excludes the best candidate, Yun Chenxiao.Although she knew it was impossible to get out of the mud without being stained, she only wanted to maintain a pure heart for Yun Chenxiao in the troubled times.

On the eve of departure, love and tenderness.Shui Xinyou tossed and turned, sleepless all night. Seeing Dongfang Jiangbai and hearing the crowing of cocks, she made up her mind. She turned over and leaned into Yun Chenxiao's ear and said, "You don't have to come with me, Yun'er, when you return to Beijing this time." When she said this, she lowered her head and whispered again: "Now that you are the commander in chief of the army, how can you leave your post without authorization? The Chu army still depends on you for everything."

After Shui Xinyou finished speaking, she waited for Yun Chenxiao's reply.She thought it would be a violent storm, so she went back to Beijing alone, leaving her alone in Jingzhou, with that idiot, would she be happy?Unexpectedly, Yun Chenxiao just smiled calmly: "Okay, I understand."

Yun Chenxiao didn't wait for Shui Xinyou to ask in surprise, then put on her clothes and got out of bed, took out a roster from the cabinet and handed it to Shui Xinyou.Shui Xinyou briefly flipped through a few pages, but saw that it was either important officials from Beijing or local dignitaries, some of whom Shui Xinyou was trying to win over.Yun Chenxiao is at this moment, what is the purpose of handing her these rosters?

As if seeing Shui Xinyou's doubts, Yun Chenxiao sat down with her, and said softly: "Although the Yun family has kept a low profile these years, the foundation is still there. Most of the people on the roster are family friends of the Yun family. Although my father is not He is a man who seeks to gain profits, but he never neglects human relations."

How could Shui Xinyou not be able to hear her overtones? This was clearly trying to win the courtiers' support for herself.She hurriedly pushed the roster into Yun Chenxiao's arms, and said seriously: "No! This has been run by your family for generations, how can I destroy it once?"

Yun Chenxiao pursed her lips and said with a light smile: "Why is your family so alien? You and I are one, this is our family... Although Dad didn't say it clearly, why don't you understand the meaning of this list? Besides, you How do you know that it is ruined once and not reborn from Nirvana? Don't you have confidence in yourself?" He pinched Shui Xinyou's nose and said, "Don't worry, I'm here."

It was originally a simple word, but for some reason, Shui Xinyou suddenly felt a sore nose and shed tears.Seeing her crying inexplicably, Yun Chenxiao quickly put her in his arms and said, "You are someone who wants to become a big event, how decisive you are when facing others, and how hard-hearted you are, yet you are pretending to be pitiful to me. The posture of a child?" Then he raised his hands, turned around in a circle, and said with a smile, "Master Shui, let's see. I have nothing to own now, and I even gave you the roster of family friends at the bottom of the box. Is there anything that can be squeezed? Just take it, Master Water!"

Shui Xinyou knew that Yun Chenxiao was trying to play tricks, so she grabbed Yun Chenxiao's collar with one hand, pulled her to the front, raised her chin with the other hand, and said in a cold tone on purpose: "You little dog, your whole body Up and down, one beard and one tail are mine, why squeeze them?"

Yun Chenxiao curled her lips into a smile, wiped away her tears and said, "It's yours, I'm yours, it's all yours, forever, always yours."

Shui Xinyou was emotionally ups and downs tonight, after hearing this, tears filled her eyes again, falling like rain.Yun Chenxiao kissed her eyelashes and said: "You'er, don't cry. Since you have chosen the most difficult path, I will accompany you to help you to the end. I, Yun Chenxiao, have always wanted to be wanton and dissolute, but I always Things backfired, and I was too much tied down by the world. Now I want to understand—my greatest wish is to be with you, regardless of the prosperity and wealth, or the common people and the poor. So as long as it is your decision, I will hit the south wall and never look back .”

"You idiot! Big idiot..." Although he cursed, he hugged the person in front of him tightly.

Yun Chenxiao patted Shui Xinyou's back lightly, and said slowly: "I'm stupid, I always have no idea of ​​my own, just blindly follow you around. When I was young, I followed you around the rivers and lakes, and now I follow you freely Miaotang, I will follow you in the future. No matter what, it is my own choice. There is only one thing..." She let go of the person in her arms, looked her in the eyes and said: "Yu'er, let's do it Make a promise!"

Seeing Yun Chenxiao's sudden seriousness, Shui Xinyou nodded cautiously.

"If you win the world, can I be a commoner all my life?"

"If you don't have the right way, you will hide. Yun'er, are you... determined to be the uninvited minister and fight against me?" Shui Xinyou felt sad for a while.Although this was what she wanted to see the most, Yun Chenxiao said it herself, and she still felt uncomfortable: Since Yun Chenxiao offered to retire after accomplishing something, does it also mean that she does not agree with her actions?In ancient times, powerful ministers usurped the throne, even if they won the world, they would still be reviled by later generations.

Yun Chenxiao smiled and said: "The hermits are born in the prosperous age. If there is a day, I hope the guest star will violate the throne."

"Okay! I promise you. However, you will be the hermit who hides in the court." Shui Xinyou shook Yun Chenxiao's hand, and said with a smile: "Then, General Xiaoyun, please be patient with me for another ten years." Time. In ten years, I will return Haiyan and Heqing to the world. At that time..." She paused for a while, then bowed to Yun Chenxiao and said with a smile: "I will be your leader, expressing my intentions of piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, and indulge my heart Mountains, rivers, rivers and lakes. Hold your hand and never leave it.”

Yun Chenxiao nodded and said: "Okay, there is no basis for what you say, just pull the hook." After saying that, she hooked Shui Xinyou's little finger.Shui Xinyou clasped her fingers with her backhand, and said in a steady voice: "Ten years of night rain in the rivers and lakes, ten years of iron horses and gold weapons, this life is enough. From then on, there will be no more generals and officials in the world."

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