Huan Rong

The sun was setting in the west, and the first silver month was rising, the gates of Xuyi were closed, and the gates of Limenfang fell one after another.

The people dispersed, and Xicheng Square returned to tranquility.

The shopkeepers put away the cover one after another, hung up the window panels, and put up the door bolts.

The hustle and bustle of the day disappeared, and the empty long street was plunged into darkness, leaving only the footsteps of state soldiers patrolling the city.

The colorful lights are hung high in the mansion, and the aroma of wine and vegetables is getting stronger and stronger. Accompanied by the sound of the zither, it is constantly fermenting in the night, making people intoxicated.

The tiger girl lay in front of the window, looked at the brightly lit courtyard, listened to the regular drumbeat, and said with a smile: "Sister, listen, does it look like the war drum in the north? What is the identity of the guest? Could it be from the north? Here? If that’s the case, is Emissary Huan..."

Xiong Nu didn't speak, walked up to Tiger Nu in a few steps, patted her on the shoulder, and interrupted what she had to say.

"Sister?" Xiong Nu turned her head in doubt.

"The boy said before that there will be a night banquet in the Assassin's Mansion." The bear girl took the tiger girl back to the couch, turned around and closed the window of the wooden bed, and said earnestly, "You and I don't know the identity of the guest, and we shouldn't be casual. guess."

"Sister, aren't you curious?"

"Curious?" Bear Girl sighed suddenly, and tapped Tiger Girl's forehead forcefully, "I told you earlier, be careful with your words and deeds! What did you promise me? It's only been two hours since I forgot all about it." back?"

"Sister, I haven't forgotten." Tiger Girl showed embarrassment, "It's just curiosity. Don't worry, it will never happen again in the future."

"Do you still want to have a future?" Xiong Nu frowned.

"Sister—" the tiger girl stretched her voice.

"Sister, this is the Assassin's Mansion. You and I are going to serve the eldest princess. Be cautious in every move you make. Before leaving, my father and mother told me to make meritorious service immediately if I don't ask you, at least not to cause trouble." Otherwise, my father and elder brother will join the state army, and I am afraid they will also be implicated."

"I don't think Mr. Huan is such a stingy person. If he is so small-minded, he is not worthy of Father's service."

"Shut up!" Xiong Nu was really angry, "You don't listen to what I say? I just told you to be careful with your words and deeds, and even the envoy made arrangements!"

"Where is it?" The tiger girl was not convinced, but seeing the stern expression on the bear girl's face, she couldn't help shrinking her neck, and didn't dare to speak back.

"Do you know what's wrong?" Xiong Nu continued, "If you don't know how to restrain yourself, I will write a letter to my father, and I will plead guilty to His Royal Highness the eldest princess and Mr. Huan, and send you back to my mother!"

Tiger Girl panicked.

"Sister, I know I was wrong, so I dare not do it again!"

"Really?"

"Really! I swear!"

"Walk what you say, remember!"

"kindness."

Tiger Girl nodded vigorously, thinking about her words and deeds just now, she felt a cold sweat break out.

He was taken captive by Hu thieves and escaped from death several times, but his nerves were always tense.Fleeing south to Youzhou with her family, her life gradually became more stable, suddenly received the appreciation of Huan envoy, and had the opportunity to enter the princess shogunate as a female official, it was inevitable that she was a little bit elated.

Xiong Nu's words were like a slap in the face, which made her wake up in an instant, and she was afraid for a while.

"Sister, I was wrong!" Tiger Girl confessed earnestly, "I will never do it again in the future!"

Xiong Nu nodded, took Tiger Nu's hand, and said solemnly: "Father often talks about the ancestors. Although you and I are not husbands, we still shoulder important responsibilities, and we must not lose the reputation of our ancestors. Assassinating the emissary's mansion is the first step. Serving His Highness the Eldest Princess, gaining His Highness's trust is the second step. This is not an easy task, and there may still be dangers. If we can't work together, we may not be able to bring glory to our family, but it will lead to disaster."

The tiger girl shook the bear girl back, and made a silent promise with her fingers firmly.

She never wants to live the days of ups and downs and precariousness again!

God is merciful and bestowed a great opportunity. She vowed to hold it firmly in her hands and never act recklessly, let alone do what she did today.

The two sisters cheered each other on, thinking of the road ahead, their determination became more determined.

Under the eaves of the corridor, a maidservant in a short jacket stood up, looked into the room through the window, his eyes flickered, then turned around and left without a sound.

In less than a stick of incense, the maidservant knelt down in the compartment and recounted the conversation between the two sisters, word for word.

Princess Nankang nodded slightly.

Mrs. Li smiled and said, "Looking at it this way, it's smart."

"It's late today, and I've had breakfast tomorrow, so let them come to see me." Princess Nankang stood up, folded her hands in front of her body, fluttered her long sleeves lightly, and the patterns embroidered with golden thread were shining brightly, decorated like auspicious birds. To flap your wings and fly.

"promise!"

The servant servant respectfully agreed and retreated to the corridor.

"My sister, it's time to go to the banquet to have a look."

While speaking, Princess Nankang stepped on clogs and walked towards the corridor step by step.

Mrs. Li smiled sweetly, answered "OK" softly, got up and took two quick steps, her skirt fluttered like water flowing.

Today is a guest dinner, not a family dinner.

It is inconvenient for Princess Nankang and Mrs. Li to sit at the table, but it does not prevent them from observing in the side room and grasping everything they want to know.

"Aying took people to the wine cellar, and everything that should be done has been done." Mrs. Li was half a step behind Princess Nankang, her voice was like a yellow warbler's first cry, and there was a hint of a smile, "I just don't know, Mr. Qin Lang can't drink. how."

how is it?

Princess Nankang raised the corners of her mouth slightly.

"No matter how good your drinking capacity is, you will still get drunk if you meet Amei."

"Sister, don't make fun of me."

Mrs. Li said "complaining", the smile in her eyes did not diminish at all, she used her long sleeves to cover up, and gently held Princess Nankang's little finger, attracting the other party's glance, her smile became more and more beautiful.

The two crossed a stone bridge and approached the banquet room.

The hazy sound of the music was instantly clear. Two musicians wearing square mountain crowns stood under the hall, holding drum hammers wrapped in silk cloth, and hitting the drum surface one after another. The movements were uniform, and the sound of the drums was shocking.

Sweat slid down his cheeks, as if he didn't notice it, Le Ren jumped up at the same time, knocking down the drum heavily.

There were two beeps, the zither and the flute joined in one after another, and the dance and music reached a climax.

Princess Nankang and Mrs. Li stopped for a moment, without disturbing the servants and musicians, quietly walked into the left side room, sat down, and listened to the movement next door.

"Sister, here."

Mrs. Lee removes a tripod lamp to reveal movable wall panels.With a tap of his fingers, the two-finger-wide wooden strip was removed, and through the rectangular gap, one could have a panoramic view of everything next door.

"How does sister know?"

"This house was built by the Zhu family and remodeled by the Xiangli family." Mrs. Li said softly, "When Ah Mai was tidying up the wing room, I asked Ah Ying to look around, but unfortunately I didn't find it. After Mr. Lang knew about it, he sent someone here Tell me there is this place."

"Oh?"

"This is an old rule." Mrs. Li leaned towards Princess Nankang and said with a smile, "During the Cheng Han Dynasty, no matter the palace or the civil and military mansion, the houses for banquets were built like this. In the early years, there were craftsmen from the previous dynasty who passed on Completed Han, he said that his organ skills are not half as good as Xiangli's. Looking at it now, it is not a lie."

The small baffle is integrated with the wall, and the selected angle is very tricky, so it is difficult to be found.

Mrs. Li deliberately lowered her voice, with a different kind of charm, like a warm wind blowing through her heart, crisp and numb, indescribably wonderful.

Princess Nankang glanced at the baffle, patted the back of Mrs. Li's hand, but said nothing.

After drinking for three rounds, the dance and music began to change.

The passionate drumming faded away and was replaced by lingering piano music.

Several dancing girls whirled in, with black buns piled up with clouds, wind and rain on their temples.The colorful skirt is fluttering, the soft wrists are held high, and the colorful silk is flying while dancing, as if the fragrance of flowers is lingering.

Wine, flowers, beauty.

The candlelight flickered, like a dream.

The beauty is enchanting, with willow eyebrows and delicate lips, and the silver bell wrapped around the ankle is sometimes crisp and sometimes trembles, making it more and more exciting.

Qin Jue couldn't take his eyes off it, only felt the roots of his ears heat up, and his chest seemed to be on fire.

Qin Jing frowned on the spot, looked up at Huan Rong with questioning eyes.He didn't get an "answer", and looked down at the wine glass, only to feel that today's wine is indeed full-bodied, but something is wrong.

My alcohol capacity is not bad, and I have less than ten glasses of wine, why do I get drunk?

Sensing Qin Jing's gaze, Huan Rong didn't immediately go up to him, but avoided it subconsciously.After turning his head, he felt that something was wrong, and when he opened his mouth again, it seemed deliberate, so he simply pretended not to know, picked up the wine glass and drank it down in one gulp.

Strange to say.

Based on his usual drinking capacity, he was drunk after five glasses of wine, but now after seven glasses of wine, he is no longer drunk, but the more he drinks, the more sober he becomes.

Psychological effect?

Huan Rong shook his head.

If you can't figure it out, you can only temporarily put it aside.If there is really a huge amount, no matter what the reason is, it is a good thing that you don't have to worry about being caught drunk in the future.

At the end of the song, the dancer didn't quit immediately, but spun around in place, wrapping the colored silk around her body.Then Fu bowed down, and with Huan Rong's permission, he walked lightly into the banquet and took the place of the maidservant to hold the spoon and scoop the wine.

"Respect Dao's kindness, Jing dare not forget, please drink this cup!"

Qin Jing held up the wine glass and invited Huan Rong to have a drink together.

The corners of the eyes and eyebrows are smudged red, and the smile is a little wanton.His temperament changed from stern to wild and free and easy, with an indescribable charm.

Such Qin Jing is very rare.Even if he confessed that day, it was never like this.

Thinking of what he overheard, Huan Rong bit his cheek, picked up the wine glass and drank it down in one gulp.The wine is soft when it enters the throat, and it feels spicy when it slides into the abdomen. The strong feeling transpires in the abdomen, continuously pouring into the limbs and bones, and the whole body starts to feel hot.

Qin Jing raised her glass one after another, her black eyes were deep and deep, like two black agates.The spirit of alcohol was evident on the outside, and the smile became more and more bewitching.

Huan Rong is the exact opposite.

With a glass of wine in the mouth, the mind becomes clearer.His face was slightly red, not because of drunkenness, but because of the heat from the drink.

"Please!"

Qin Yu sat under Qin Jing, and the generals of the Qin family and the civil and military officials of Youzhou sat in the banquet.

They had been in contact with each other before, and knew a little bit about each other's background, pushing cups and cups, persuading each other to drink, and when they became interested, they began to wield swords and millstones again.

While spinning the millstone, Dian Kui and Xu Chao broke their shirts one after another.Not to be outdone, Xia Houshuo tore off his robe, revealing his bronzed and robust chest muscles.

Seeing this situation, Huan Rong spit out a mouthful of wine, and suddenly remembered that his mother and aunt might be next door!I couldn't help sweating on my forehead, and it was too late to stop it.

Princess Nankang and Mrs. Li didn't feel panicked, but the current situation is special, so it's not easy to watch.

Closing the board, Princess Nankang pondered for a moment, and said: "This person's toughness is beyond imagination. In the future, swords and soldiers will face each other, and Gua'er may not be his opponent."

"Not necessarily." Mrs. Li said.

"How to say?"

"Lang Jun was born weak, and a doctor once said that he might not live long."

When mentioning the events of the year, Mrs. Li's voice trailed off, and Princess Nankang couldn't help biting her red lips, her eyes darkened.

"However, there are no absolutes. Lang Jun grew up in Waifu in peace, and went to Kuaiji to study when he was young. He learned the words of great Confucianism, good talent and beauty. After that, Wu Xiang became an official. He first took charge of Yandu, and then controlled Youzhou. Received the title of Duke of the county and became a vassal."

Mrs. Li's voice is soft, but the firmness in her words cannot be ignored.

"A few years ago, sister, did you ever think about today?"

Princess Nankang shook her head.

Once, her greatest wish was for Huan Rong to grow up safely.Even if he is a dude, even if he does nothing, as long as he is safe.

However, things are difficult to satisfy people's hearts.

The old slave exerted tyrannical pressure and forced Gua'er to leave Jiankang. He was caught in traps several times;

Chu Suanzi, Huan Wen, Sima Yu!

Chewing three names in her mouth, Princess Nankang's face sank like water, and her chest was full of anger.

"Sister," Mrs. Li leaned closer, her palm covering the back of Princess Nankang's hand, "I once told Mr. Lang about the old affairs of Cheng Han."

"what?"

"It is recorded in the history books that if the bird does not fly, it will soar into the sky; if it does not sing, it will become a blockbuster." Mrs. Li moved closer and looked into the eyes of Princess Nankang, "Your Majesty is not an ordinary bird, but a Kunpeng. If you spread your wings against the wind, you will surely soar to the sky and soar thousands of miles!"

"The Qin family, the Jin family, and the noble family, no matter which one can stop Lang Jun's footsteps. The Hu thieves in the north are powerful and will eventually be wiped out. My sister and concubine may not see it, but I believe that, Mr. Lang said that he wants to end the troubled times, restore the homeland of China, drive away the thieves and captives, and protect the people of the Han Dynasty, it must be true!"

"Sister..."

"Sister, both Qin's father and son are heroes. Now that they dominate the north, they will not be satisfied with the land of several states." Mrs. Li emphasized, "In the future, the Qin family and the Di people will definitely decide the male and female. No matter who wins and who loses , there will be a final battle with the Jin Dynasty."

Princess Nankang nodded.

This is an obvious fact.

If it weren't for the lack of strong strength and the complicated domestic political situation, the Jin Dynasty might not have no intention of making another Northern Expedition.

"Mr. Lang's wings are getting richer, and there is no shortage of talents and generals under his tent, what is lacking is experience." Mrs. Li's eyes flickered lightly, and her voice was lower.

"No matter what ambitions the Qin family has, and what kind of thoughts Qin Silang has in mind, as far as Mr. Lang is concerned, there is no need to turn against the Qin family now. The important thing is to gather the Wu surname and unite the overseas Chinese's names."

"Indeed." Princess Nankang frowned slightly, "It's just that Luanfeng hairpin makes me worry."

At this point, Princess Nankang couldn't help but gritted her teeth. It wasn't limited by the environment, she would really draw her sword on the spot.

"Sister, indulgence at a young age is also a test." Mrs. Li smiled, "Besides, Mr. Lang is not without his own opinions. If he can pass this test, his character will definitely be improved to a higher level."

In Mrs. Li's view, in times of troubled times, all heroes rise together, Huan Rong's status is getting higher and higher, and the difficulties he will encounter will only increase, and will not decrease in any way.

Qin Jing's talent is outstanding, he is an ally now, and can become a good whetstone in the future.

Adore?

Being young and flirtatious and romantic are common things, and the world's evaluations can be laughed at.

"I understand what Amei means." Princess Nankang not only understands, but even thinks deeper.

"There's news from my aunt that the old slave is getting worse. Huan Xi succeeded. Although Huan Wei and Huan Xuan survived, their minds seem to be affected. For a short time, once the old slave passes away, there will be chaos in the city. .”

With the chaos, Jiankang will not sit idly by.

In the event of foreign forces intervening, the Huan clan must unite and elect a new patriarch as soon as possible.Huan Rong wants to control the Huan family and take private soldiers into his hands. This is the best opportunity!

In comparison, a little personal friendship is nothing to worry about.

"Your Highness, the banquet is over, and Mr. Lang is sending Mr. Qin Lang back to the guest room."

Ah Mai went into the inner room to report, Princess Nankang nodded, and ordered: "Let Ah Mi take care of it, there is no need to send anyone to follow."

"promise!"

The human voice gradually dissipated until it was completely unheard.

Mrs. Li took Princess Nankang's sleeve and said, "Aren't you worried, sister?"

"Gua'er was not accidental." Princess Nankang stood up and looked at the crescent moon hanging high in the night sky, her voice was low and inaudible, "Today's banquet will not happen again, today's scene will not reappear, why not let it go."

Mrs. Li didn't make a sound, she leaned against Princess Nankang and slowly closed her eyes.

At the same time, Huan Rong sent the Qin brothers back to the guest room, and ordered the maidservants to bring sober soup.

Qin Yu was so drunk that he passed out. After pouring down a bowl of hangover soup, he still snored like thunder.Qin Jing was not very drunk, and after sitting for a while, the drunkenness subsided by three or four points.

"Brother Qin," Huan Rong said suddenly, his eyes shining brightly, "May I invite Yue Xia to come?"

"As long as you want, I dare not ask for your ears."

Huan Rong smiled, stood up and said, "Please."

After the words fell, he stepped forward to the door first, his sleeves were blown up by the wind, like a pair of blue wings.

The silver moon is like a hook, and the stars are shining brightly.

Standing beside Huan Rong, Qin Jing was about to speak, when the lapel of her clothes was caught suddenly, she staggered half a step without warning, and met Huan Rong's eyes.

"Qin Xuanmin, you know I'm outside the door."

This sentence is a bit random, but the speaker and the listener know it well.

"How true and how false are your words?"

Qin Jing didn't make a sound, just stared at Huan Rong quietly, and said for a long time: "Even if Brother Rong believes it is true, if you don't believe it, you can regard it as false."

Huan Rong sneered, and said, "So what if you believe it, so what if you don't believe it? We will meet each other on the battlefield in the future."

In normal times, Huan Rong would never say such words.

Maybe it was because of the drunkenness, or maybe it was to make a real break, he didn't intend to beat around the bush, and decided to go straight to the point, so he should give himself an explanation.

"Brother Rong," Qin Jing bent down slightly, letting herself be dragged by Huan Rong, the other's face was clearly reflected in her eyes, "In the past, Qin swept the north of the Great Wall, and Han chased the Huns. Must be executed!"

Premonitioning what Qin Jing was going to say, Huan Rong's heart moved slightly, and his fingers gradually loosened.

"From the end of the Han Dynasty to the present, China has been in chaos for a hundred years. The wars are endless, the people are in chaos, starvation is everywhere, and bandits are rampant. The prosperity of the past has been reduced to scorched earth, and the splendid houses and mansions have been destroyed. Drunk and dreaming, it's just..."

Having said that, Qin Jing suddenly stopped and took a deep breath.

"I know that Brother Rong has great ambitions, and so does the Qin family."

"Jing Xin likes younger brother Rong, but he has inherited the teachings of his ancestors and dare not give up his responsibilities. It is a lie to say that there will be no military confrontation in the future."

"So?" Huan Rong narrowed his eyes.

"So, Jing just wants to follow her heart once, even if she wakes up from her dream, she won't regret it."

The cool night breeze bulged their robes.

The sideburns brushed the forehead, confusing the dark eyes.

Huan Rong didn't speak, but suddenly grabbed Qin Jing's neckline again, raised his head, and pressed those thin lips fiercely under the surprised gaze of the other party.

"Qin Xuanyin, I will remember your words."

From beginning to end, neither of them closed their eyes.

Lips touching lips is not like a kiss, but more like a wrestling, evenly matched, and no one is willing to give in.

"You also have to remember today's covenant, see you on the battlefield in the future!"

Letting go of his hand, Huan Rong stepped back half a step, adjusted his breathing, and said in a hoarse voice, "Be careful before that, don't die at the hands of others, remember clearly?"

"Brother Rong wants to take my head off with his own hands?" Qin Jing licked his lips, and said a very frightening sentence, which seemed to be a love language.

Huan Rong snorted and flicked his long sleeves, "I can look forward to it!"

"it is good!"

Watching Huan Rong leave, Qin Jing laughed loudly, even awakening the drunk Qin Jue.

Qin Wulang sat up, supported his head that was bursting with pain, and looked out of the door strangely, brother, what's wrong?Laughing like this, could it be that he is more drunk than him?