Zhen Guo Princess GL

Anyefang in the south of the Eastern Capital City is neither far nor close to the imperial city and Dingding Gate in the southwest of the city. It was originally the place where the gentry in the Eastern Capital lived together.In recent years, Shengjia has been lucky in the Eastern Capital, and many court officials have set up other businesses in the Eastern Capital, and many officials from other states have gradually settled in Anyefang.

There is also such a medium-sized mansion in the area adjacent to Tongji Canal in the northwest of the square.There are only more than twenty rooms inside and outside, and there are usually only two old servants at the door, and donkey and mule carts are used to enter and exit. It is not rich and luxurious—but if someone enters the house, you can see that there are carved beams and painted buildings everywhere, pink and gold. Jade.Although the pavilions, terraces and pavilions are not grand, they are extremely exquisite. Although there are not many calligraphy, painting and copybooks on display, they are all famous masters.

Although there are only about twenty rooms in that house, there are five or six layers of courtyards. The small courtyard on the west side also draws water from the Tongji Canal to build a Qushui Pavilion, surrounded by exotic flowers and trees. In spring, autumn, winter and summer, they are all lush and fragrant.

In the middle of Qushui, there is a qin case on the pavilion, and a pair of guqin is placed on it.There is no name mark on the piano, it is unknown who made it, and there is no engraving decoration.

In the afternoon, someone sat cross-legged on the pavilion, burning incense and plucking the strings. Although it was random, it formed a chapter of its own. For a while", before the sound of clanging and iron horses was over, it turned into the melancholy and tactful "Difficulty of Parting". Before a chapter was reached, it was changed into "Swords of Swords". "Music" - there is no lack of Jiaofang Daqu here, solo, it is inevitable to be sparse, but this player can be ingenious, with fast fingers together, when it is high, it seems like drums and music are playing in unison, and when it is soft, it is like everyone sighing in unison. Whether it is soft and melancholy, or gold and iron horse, you can get the three tastes, even the girls standing next to you are listening attentively, with melancholy and passionate faces on their faces, as if they have entered the artistic conception with the sound of the piano.

Dugu Shao entered the courtyard, and what he heard was "Swords", he stood there because he stopped, looking at the people in the pavilion, and the maid next to him wanted to come forward to inform, but she stopped him by waving his hand, pretending to be thirsty, the maid went to pour a glass of ice After drinking, he quietly listened to a song before going up the steps, clapping his palms and smiling, "Okay."

Cui Mingde caressed the strings of the qin, got up slowly, and said: "The cicadas are very noisy today, it's not suitable for playing the qin, so let's put it away."

The maid promised in a low voice, and came up to clean up the piano instruments. This maid was only six years old, and it was the time when the little girl liked to play around, but she behaved gracefully. When the master didn't speak, even Dugu Shao who was nearby refused to take a look at her. Not to mention a few words.

There were only Cui Mingde, Dugu Shao and the girl in the courtyard, the two of them didn't make a sound, they were extremely quiet for a while.

Dugu Shao was not too embarrassed, he first smiled and said: "Because I heard that the lady of the Zunfu is ill, I came here to inquire."

Cui Mingde glanced at her, walked down the steps slowly, and said as he walked, "Thank you for your kindness. My mother is sick, and it is inconvenient to receive guests. I hope you will forgive me."

Dugu Shao also followed her down the stairs, laughing as he walked, "Play the piano when you have time, but don't entertain guests. Is this how your rich Shandong family treats guests?"

Cui Mingde turned around, took a look at her, and saw that she was wearing a skirt with half sleeves, which was quite different from the usual Hu clothing, and said with a slight smile, "The Bi clan is only ranked third in the "Clan Chronicles", and I dare not pretend to be a wealthy family. The family is poor, the servants are careless, and the distinguished guests come from afar, and they don’t know how to report them. I really forgive the sin. The Dugu family is the surname of Guan Long, and it ranks second in the "Clan Chronicles". Come to the humble gate, what advice do you have?"

She clearly speaks sharply, but her expression and voice are still calm, Dugu Shao said: "It's no wonder they, I handed Lan Sheng's name letter, they thought I was your companion in the palace, so they didn't dare Neglect. I don’t want to say anything false to you——Your mother is obviously fine, why do you say that she is sick? Why do you want to take you out of the palace? "

Cui Mingde said coldly: "My parents are sick, and as a son and daughter, I always serve them respectfully, so why bother to distinguish the severity of the disease? If so, if the respected relative has an illness, does Sixteen Niang have to wait for the doctor to diagnose it first?" , to distinguish the "upper, middle and lower" diseases, but then depending on the severity, treat the disease as appropriate?"

Dugu Shao smiled and said: "It's just that you are eloquent, I can't tell you. Don't use these words to deceive me outside. Since I came to look for you, it is because of me. Tell me why you came out of the palace. Let me tell you some news too, how about it?"

Cui Mingde turned his head and looked around, the girl had gone away holding the piano instrument, and she was the only two left in the garden.The courtyard is vast, the flowers are sparse, and there is no place to hide, so she took a look at Dugu Shao and said calmly: "Tell me your news first."

Dugu Shao said with a smile: "No, you have to tell me yours first."

Cui Mingde sneered, and walked away. Dugu Shao ignored her, bent down to pick up a peony, held it in his hand, and said with a sigh of pity: "It's so hot in mid-February. better than previous years."

Cui Mingde stood with her back behind his back, and after a long time, he said: "The eldest princess of Yan'an brings her children into the palace every time, and has a good chat with the sage and the prince."

Dugu Shao narrowed his eyes slightly, took a step closer, and said: "If I remember correctly, Princess Yan'an has only one daughter under her knees, and she is the same age as King Ji now?"

Cui Mingde nodded slightly, then looked at Dugu Shao again.

Dugu Shao smiled and said: "Of the seven prime ministers, only three of them accompanied me to Luo. Mr. Xu, Mr. Fang, and Mr. Wei. Mr. Xu is seriously ill, and medicine and stones have failed to save him. One of them will be vacated soon."

Cui Mingde frowned and said: "If the disaster is better than the previous years, I'm afraid there will be one more vacancy."

Dugu Shao said with a smile: "The four people left behind in the capital are the pillars of the imperial court, close ministers of the emperor, and they have been staying in Beijing since last year, even if there is a disaster, I'm afraid they can't be blamed."

Cui Mingde stared at her, and said calmly: "It can't be Fang Gong."

Dugu Shao also looked back at her: "Wei Gong is loyal and upright, and everything must be based on etiquette. On the first day of the year before last, the sage wanted to make the prince and the king of Ji each hold one side, and led all the officials to tug-of-war. The ministers are equal, and young brothers should not be allowed to engage in disputes. The sage appreciates it and bestows three hundred pieces of silk, so this matter is over."

Cui Mingde lowered his eyes and said: "Princess Yan'an's mother's family is noble, and her husband's family is also a rich family. She always prides herself on her seniority and family status. She once advised the saints that she should choose a virtuous daughter from a family to fill the harem and celebrate her birthday." The sons and heirs are highly praised by the sages, but they are not accepted because they are queens. Her daughter comes from a high-ranking family.

Dugu Shao said with a smile: "And you are from the Cui family, and you have great reputation. If you can be accepted as a concubine for the King of Ji, then no matter whether you are a saint or the eldest princess of Yan'an, you will have nothing to say. The most wonderful thing is that sister Ling He even refused to marry the prince..."

Cui Mingde said: "I still have to go to my mother's place to serve soup and medicine, so I will take my leave first."

Dugu Shao raised his eyebrows and said: "I wonder why you came up with such an unlucky excuse. It turns out that you are really sick. But what are the symptoms? My family is familiar with Luoyang, and the local famous doctors are always available. If you want to help , just open your mouth."

Cui Mingde said: "Thank you for your kindness. It's not a serious illness. You don't need to trouble your lord. I'm sorry for the inconvenience at home." After saying that, he turned around and walked forward. After walking a few steps, Dugu Shao called: "Cui Er." After a short pause, she heard her laugh loudly: "You still play the piano nicely."

Cui Mingde ignored her and walked away quickly.