letter of commitment

46.

A few days have passed since I came back from an outing during the rainy season, and the gust of wind and rain outside has never stopped, as if matching the gloomy mood of the person sitting in front of the window.

I saw the man's quail clothes and face, soulless and little wisdom, the white clothes that should have been clean were stained with a lot of wine, but this man ignored it completely, raised his head and drank all the remaining wine in the wine pot. , How many times did you repeat this action?This person also forgot that his slumped eyes never left the branch dripping with water, but he felt that it would be better to have pity on himself than to feel sorry for the tree.

"Is it like this again today?"

As soon as he entered the door, the palace servants took off the cloak that was soaked in moisture, Zhao Jinlu looked at the frustrated man, frowned and asked.

"Princess, yes, but the slaves can't persuade..."

Hearing the words of the people in the palace, Zhao Jinlu strode over and snatched the empty flagon from the man's hand. He was pissed off by this slovenly man and wanted to get angry, but it was a good idea to pair the pair. The clear and gentle eyes that had now become dull, still suppressed their arrogance, and only wrinkled their brows even tighter.

The thing he was attached to was taken away, Shen Qingshu looked at that person dimly, he stumbled to get up and wanted to salute, he lost his support, lost his center of gravity, and when he leaned over, his whole body fell to the ground, it took him a while to get up and adjust He bowed his head and cupped his hands and said: "The princess is here, and my servant greets the princess."

The tone was rather playful, and then he raised his head, in a daze, but he saw the sullen expression of the person in front of him clearly, and then sneered: "Princess, please come to visit me on time every day, but I have a big job to do." People don't disappear for no reason, and besides, aren't there people watching here and there? Why does the princess come here again and again, the appearance of this servant also makes you worry?"

Shen Qingshu's words made Zhao Jinlu's face look ugly for a moment, his sarcastic remarks were indispensable during this period of time, he was angry but also distressed, why is this person like this?

"I know you are complaining about this palace..."

"Resentment? The princess can joke, how dare the servants, but the wedding is not yet here, Princess Lao avoids suspicion, don't let the palace people see that the princess and the servants have not yet married Qin and Jin, but they are unbearable and lonely. It's a joke, the servants are humble It doesn't matter,... Oh, I forgot, how dare the palace people talk to the princess, but the princess has something else to do? I'm afraid I've had too much to drink and feel quite tired, if the princess is fine, I will be excused."

Shen Qingshu stood up with a little effort, made a bow, and staggered towards the inner room. She didn't care about the courtesies of monarchs and ministers, but she wanted to see how long the person in front of her could bear her, and it was best if she couldn't bear it. Going down, giving her a death is also good, living in this cage is worse than being free after death.

Zhao Jinlu's slender hands in the sleeves of her skirt tightened and loosened, loosened and tightened, and she said in a deep voice, "It's just for a woman...is it worth it, my lord?"

"Why is it not worth it? If it is not worth it, then what is the princess?"

"Could it be that this palace is not as good as Mu Chu? Can't you see my love for you?"

Hearing the man's sarcasm, Zhao Jinlu felt aggrieved. Her love for Shen Qingshu was endless, and Shen Qingshu's dislike for her continued to increase day by day.At this moment, the man chased after him regardless of manners, and questioned him in a trembling voice excitedly, but the man looked disgusted, threw off his sleeves, and said in a cold voice:

"I really can't bear the princess' love. As for Mu Chu, how noble is the princess' body, how can Mu Chu compare?"

Yes, how can it be compared, she has never known how to calculate, be calculated by others or calculate others.

———(a few days ago)————

Listening to Mu Chu's words, no matter how ignorant Shen Qingshu was, she knew that she should appease the person in front of her first, but she was about to step forward but was ruthlessly dragged back by the person behind her, her cold and stern eyes were like knives, and she wanted to kill the beauty in front of her a thousand times. It fell on her like a slash.

For some reason, the past flooded into Mu Chu's memory, fearing the world, how brave?It's just not enough love, you should understand, what are you?have what?The person next to her is a princess, she is going to be the son-in-law, and she is just a burdensome package, she must be entangled with her from beginning to end, like a dog skin plaster that cannot be shaken off, she will be bored no matter how much she can bear it, she wants to get rid of normal However, thinking of this, I feel that I am really stupid and ridiculous. I thought it was true love if I gave it some sweetness, but why, do I have the qualifications to be loved?

At the same time, there was another voice in Mu Chu's heart, she shouldn't doubt Shen Qingshu, isn't she still clear about Shen Qingshu's personality?But in the same way, she didn't know what Shen Qingshu was thinking, because she didn't understand.

Zhao Jinlu's confidant also chased after them. Seeing the two people in the rain, they hurriedly opened their umbrellas, only to see the three of them confront each other.

"It's because I expect too much from my husband, but my husband has always been tolerant to me, but sir, you must be very tired, and it is reasonable to be tired of me, but I thought that my husband would be different. They all say that men in the world are so fickle, sir. It's actually like this, ha, what am I talking about..." Obviously I am not good enough, which makes my husband want to leave.

Mu Chu smiled wryly, seeing Shen Qingshu's astonished expression, and Zhao Jinlu's tightened arms, he wanted to run away, fearing that one more look would make him feel ashamed, but when he thought that Mr. I want to engrave her face firmly in my memory.

The rain slapped on her face in a hurry, blurring her vision, soaking into the inside through the skirt, the cold feeling hit her, her body trembled, her lips were pressed tightly, her eyes were closed, she turned around lonely, she looked at I said to myself, Mu Chu, I woke up from the dream, but you still have nothing.

Every step he took was as heavy as if his legs had been filled with lead, and there seemed to be someone screaming behind him, or it seemed to be just the noise of rain falling on the ground.

Tap, tap... The footsteps are getting closer, could it be Mr.Mu Chu didn't know what he was still looking forward to. The moment his shoulder was pulled, he saw that face full of resentment and disgust. Accompanied by the crisp sound that melted into the sound of rain, his right cheek was hot. The slap really startled the people present, and Shen Qingshu directly pushed away the confidante of the princess who was restraining him, ran forward and pulled Zhao Jinlu away, and protected the stunned man in his arms, looking at the already red and swollen face, full of emotion. He glared at the instigator angrily, and was about to question why he wanted to hurt someone, but the person in his arms pushed away from his arms as hard as he could, his eyes turned cold, and he kept a distance from him.

"Mu Chu..."

Shen Qingshu was at a loss, she knew that she should have taken action long ago and should not stay out of the matter, but how did she expect Zhao Jinlu to come here?

For a moment, Shen Qingshu's reaction was seen in the eyes of someone with a heart, fearing that he would see something, so he had to sternly shout at Mu Chu: "Bold and unworthy, I don't know the heights of the heavens and the earth, how can you discuss my son-in-law?!"

"It was the daughter of the people who overstepped, and the princess taught me the lesson."

Mu Chu bowed his body to apologize, and puzzled Shen Qingshu. It seemed that it was not the first time the two had met, and Zhao Jinlu's words...

"Heh, if it wasn't for the royal father saying today that he wanted to have fun with the people, this palace would definitely punish you, so I would leave soon."

Mu Chu also knew that he was indeed in the way of the two of them here, but that embrace, the embrace that made her lust for so much, stirred up ripples in her heart that should have died, no, sir will soon be Qing Yue's son-in-law, Being like this is just thinking about the friendship between teachers and students, don't think about it, leave quickly, don't make yourself miserable anymore.

I didn't stay any longer, but turned around in an instant, and ignored the familiar voice, sir, without me in the future, you will be safe and sound.

Looking at the people who were going further and further away, how could Shen Qingshu not stop him, but Zhao Jinlu's patience seemed to have been worn down to the lowest point, and he said in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "If my lord chases after you, don't Blame me for being ruthless."

"What does the princess mean?"

"I am aware of her relationship with the lord, but I hope that the lord will know my current identity, and don't let me become that terrible villain."

Shen Qingshu is not stupid, he stopped his movements, looked at the person in front of him in disbelief, and was about to speak, but saw a group of people approaching them in a big way, and when he got closer, he knew that Zhao Qiaomu had already noticed that they had fallen behind, so he A search team was sent over, and the leading general dismounted from his horse and respectfully said: "Princess, I have finally found you. The Holy Majesty and the others are very worried about your safety. Please go back later."

It's really time, Zhao Jinlu thought to himself, he just blocked Shen Qingshu's mouth, and he knew what he was going to say with his hair. At least, now, Zhao Jinlu was very upset and didn't want to listen to this person's questioning. Then, he got on the imperial chariot Back to the Royal Garden.

After reuniting with Zhao Qiaomu and the others, the patriarch's hypocritical greetings were indispensable. To this, Zhao Jinlu responded with a symbolic smirk, but in his heart he wished that they would talk less, so he quickly left the scene under the guise of changing clothes. But he kept an eye out, fearing that they would embarrass Shen Qingshu, so he kept his confidant.

Sure enough, no, as soon as he left, someone impatiently asked someone for his crimes. This person was Zhao Jinlu's elder brother, the third prince of Qingyue.

"Oh, Master Shen, I'm playful and ignorant, you should persuade me, how can you follow me around, if something happens, can you take it!" Then he turned to the superior Zhao Qiaomu and said: "Royal father , My son thinks that Shen Qingshu disregarded the princess's safety and had ulterior motives, so he should be punished!"

The clansmen nearby didn't think it was too big a deal, especially the good-for-nothing younger ones, who were busy adding fuel and embellishments, and had different opinions for a while, and it turned out that Zhao Jinlu, who was instigated by Shen Qingshu, deliberately murdered the princess...

Originally, he was displeased with the two of them coming back wet. Although he intended to recruit Shen Qingshu as his son-in-law, since Zhao Jinlu took him away, all his thoughts were on him, and he didn't get close to him anymore. There are quite some criticisms, Shen Qingshu is also ignorant of current affairs, he can't take pleasure in this big good thing falling on others, but he is good enough to refuse it, and after being fermented by the current group of people, he can't get angry, and immediately shouted: : "Shen Qingshu, what else do you have to say?!"

Shen Qingshu's situation at the moment is that he is dumb and eats coptis, and he can't tell what he has suffered. After all, he is an outsider, and it was Zhao Jinlu's strong request to follow him. Knowing that marriage proposals have been dismissed repeatedly is because this person is already itching his teeth with hatred, and even more so when he sees the wind and stirs up the flames. What's more, the Princess Dao has not yet left the cabinet but hangs out with men all day long. It is unseemly and dirty. Innocence, let the world ridicule, isn't this a disgrace to the royal family?

The people below were chattering about you and me, and they had already strayed from the original topic and talked about gossip. Zhao Qiaomu's face was livid when he heard it, and he clapped his angry palms, and the audience was shocked and silent.

Shen Qingshu was also silent, she really didn't have anything to say, but in the eyes of caring people, she acquiesced, and ignored the rumors, which made Longyan furious, and rewarded Shen Qingshu forty boards, as a warning to others.

When the heavy board was about to fall on Shen Qingshu's body, a graceful and luxurious lady came in with the support of several palace servants, and said in a calm and majestic way: "Wait!"

Seeing the visitors, except for Zhao Qiaomu, everyone bowed their heads in fear, only to realize that this lady is the queen of the dynasty. Although she is wearing plain clothes, it can't hide the powerful aura exuded by this motherly woman.

Nodding slightly to the crowd, he reached the upper position with his front foot, and Zhao Jinlu rushed over with a look of anxiety on his back foot.

It turned out that after Zhao Jinlu changed her clothes, she heard that the queen was not feeling well during the tour, so she rushed over to visit her. After all, after they became adults, it was rare for the mother and daughter to sit together and talk about their innermost feelings. After saying a few words, the confidant ran over with worry, and the mother and daughter frowned after hearing this. Isn't this a partnership to bully people?

I have heard some in the palace, and knowing that this person is Zhao Jinlu's heart, the queen does not intend to sit idly by. Although her own daughter is also a ghost, but facing a group of old foxes, she is not an opponent after all, so the mother and daughter The people discussed the countermeasures again.

"Have you really decided to do this?"

"Anyway, don't these uncles always worry about my son's marriage? That's what they want, and my son has his own plan in mind."

----(change)----

"Why is the queen here? Can you recover first?"

Sitting the queen beside him, Zhao Qiaomu said with great concern.

"Thank you for your concern, my concubine feels much better. This time I came here because I asked us for something. I hope we can make this decision for her."

"Oh?"

Zhao Qiaomu calmed down, and looked at his daughter, who was anxiously protecting the man. Seeing this, he waved his hand to order the guards to step back, cleared his throat, and said, "Why is that?"

Zhao Jinlu raised her small face, and replied softly: "Father, you can't punish him." Forty boards down, even if they don't die, they will be disabled, not to mention hitting Shen Qingshu who is skinny and tender.

"Why not?"

"Little imperial sister, come here quickly, don't mess around." The third prince said, and the rest of the people were already whispering to each other.

Zhao Jinlu completely ignored the surrounding voices, and looked back at Shen Qingshu again, I'm sorry, I hope you don't blame me.

"Father~ It's not like you don't know how he can fight? It's fatal to go down forty boards. What's more, today's incident is completely the idea of ​​the minister. How can Shen Qingshu not agree with the minister? Father, The words have come to this point, and I have something to ask for, and I hope that the father and the mother will be fulfilled."

Not to mention Zhao Qiaomu, everyone here is at a loss as to what kind of trick this little princess is trying to do.

"Let's talk about it."

"That is to ask the father to issue a decree to marry Yu Erchen and Shen Qingshu."

As soon as the words fell, there was an uproar, Zhao Qiaomu raised his eyebrows, not sure what to do, Shen Qingshu opened his mouth, unable to speak, with anxious eyes, Zhao Jinlu emphasized again: "My son and Shen Qingshu share the same feelings , I thought that I would choose an auspicious day to propose marriage to my father after a while, but I didn't know that the matter of the concubine's love and concubine's favor caused gossip. Witness, I beseech my father to complete it."

Zhao Qiaomu was thoughtful, and the queen next to him put the back of his hand in a comforting manner, and said in his ear intentionally: "My lord, don't you also have the same intention? If you want Li'er to tell the truth, this concubine Shen Qingshu But I heard that he is the number one scholar hand-picked by you, and I think His Majesty is also satisfied with him, so it is better to allow them, accomplish a good thing and stop those gossips."

"This..." After all, the queen doesn't know the truth, Shen Qingshu is a "stubborn", and Zhao Qiaomu can't make a decision right away.

"Father, I beg my father to allow my son." After speaking, seeing that Zhao Qiaomu was still thinking, Zhao Jinlu pulled Shen Qingshu down and knelt down. Feeling his slight struggle, she leaned close to him with her head down, and said softly. He said: "My lord, don't worry, I have no choice but to do this, I don't see my lord dying here."

"The princess looks down on the subject too much, how can the subject be a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death."

"That is indeed my palace underestimating my lord."

When the two confronted each other, Zhao Qiaomu also said: "Then follow what Li'er said." Then he gave a wink to the close-knit internal officer, and the internal officer bowed his head respectfully and took two steps forward, flicking the whisk in his hand, Squeezing his throat, he said loudly: "Shen Qingshu, the magistrate of Yanyang, stepped forward to receive the order!"

Hearing the sound, Shen Qingshu raised his head suddenly, and clenched the corners of his sleeves into a ball. He didn't want to, so he didn't come forward for a long time. The subdued words sounded again, and Zhao Qiaomu showed displeasure again. Did Shen Qingshu take himself too seriously? Seriously, these days have already given him enough face, and he still wants to resist the order in public?

Seeing this, Zhao Jin frowned, and whispered close to his ear: "I think this palace and my father have been extraordinarily merciful to my lord. If my lord insults my father today, my lord will know the consequences. Although my lord is indifferent to life and death, Namu What about the beginning? My lord, don’t go your own way and implicate innocent people.”

Shen Qingshu frowned, his beating heart seemed to be severely injured, he stopped suddenly, understood a little, stepped forward in a daze, "Your servant accepts the order."

"There is a decree from the Holy Spirit that the widow's beloved daughter, Zhao Jinlu, has reached the age of the weak crown, gentle and virtuous, perfect, and suitable for marriage. Now there is Shen Qingshu, the magistrate of Yanyang, the new champion in the 23rd year of Puqing, who has both talents and virtues, gentle and courteous, It can be called a match made in heaven and earth, and the two of them are in love with each other, so I specially allow the two to choose a good day to get married and announce it to the world, so please."

Under the imperial decree, it was a matter of certainty, but Shen Qingshu hadn't made any further moves. The inner officer glanced at the person in charge, knowing that the dragon was unhappy, and that everyone present might suffer, so he secretly sweated. Even those people with broken mouths are silent now and dare not speak any more, for fear that they will take their anger on themselves.

"Master Shen, quickly accept the decree and thank you."

This is really puzzling, how many people can't ask for such a good thing like a carp jumping over the dragon's gate, but he has been reluctant to thank him for a long time, so people have to think about it.

Zhao Jinlu was also worried for him in his heart, the face of the person above had already turned completely dark, and he moved his hand behind and gently tugged at the hem of his clothes. Later, he saw him slowly raise his hand in a bow, his face turned pale, and then he knocked heavily. head off.

"Your servant... accept the decree, thank you, Lord Long En."

Because, she couldn't refuse at all, for that innocent person.