The prince in the cold palace

Someone stopped Zhi Fei.

"Hey! You! Can you help me take that off?"

Ah I?that is……

It was a handkerchief blown to the top of a tree by the wind, embroidered with a few elegantly colored flowers, but unfortunately it was too far away to see what kind of flowers it was, and it looked very important to that girl, dressed in the clothes of the lower class of the palace. The woman in the maid's clothes looked anxious. If she hadn't been clumsy, she really wanted to climb that tall plane tree and take off that handkerchief herself.

Zhi Fei pursed his lips and looked around, but there was no one who could help. There were not many people in the side courtyard of the palace, and the guards would occasionally come to patrol in twos and threes, but right now there was no guard, only a few maidservants The well-dressed women gathered together and pointed at this side, covering their mouths and smiling from time to time.

The woman's eyes are small, and there are a few freckles on her cheeks, but her eyes are clean and clear, and she can see the innocence at a glance, "Please! Please!"

Zhi Fei sighed slightly, his skill is not very good, he still has some kung fu with Song Jingman's guidance to the three-legged cat these years, anyway, let's give it a try.

Slowly climbing up the branch, moving his body bit by bit, when the cloth rubbed against the branch, several pieces of bark were rubbed off, and the dusty bark rubbed onto Zhi Po's plain clothes, Zhi Po frowned, Try not to look down, just move step by step toward your goal.

Sighing self-deprecatingly, Zhi Fei didn't want to risk his life for someone he didn't know, although it wasn't that serious, at that moment, he did think of Yin Wuyao who left in a hurry before he had time to say goodbye to him.

Time can indeed dilute everything. In the past few days, Zhifei is more worried about Yin Wuyao's affairs in the northwest. As a person, his plan should be foolproof, and the emperor feels very reliable. It's superfluous, but I always feel worried in my heart, maybe because I'm used to having Yin Wuyao around me, so many things become natural.

On the contrary, what Yin Wuyao did to him in the past, or the doubts and hatred he had towards him, gradually faded away.

The memory is still there, but the state of mind has changed.

Some things let go, and I feel that it is not a big deal.

Such as his persistence, such as his childish stubbornness, such as his deliberate avoidance.

Thinking about it now, it's all very ridiculous.

After leaving Yin Wuyao, he became much more sober.

The line of sight is shifted, and I have climbed up to the middle and upper part of the tree without knowing it. Although it is not high, I can see the area of ​​the palace outside the side courtyard. Like the outside world, no matter what happens outside, it will not affect the people inside the high walls.

And the people who work hard on such a vast land live around one person.

letter king.

Judging from the height of Zhifei's location, it is less than the old three-story tower, but it can also be seen which places are heavily guarded and which places are relatively important. Keep it in your heart.

It's not because of Yin Wuyao's order or his wish, but because of Zhibai's own desire to do so.

Instead of being a flower in a greenhouse that is well protected by Yin Wuyao, it is better to truly live on your own strength.

Although Zhifei knew that the emperor could not let him stay in the palace alone, at least there would be shadow guards protecting him in the dark, but it was impossible for the shadow guards to come out obediently according to Zhifei's order, they would only obey Yin Wu's orders. Haruka, they can act only at the command of their master.

Whether it is to uncover the mystery of King Xin, or to investigate the weirdness of the steward of King Xin's mansion, since coming to Xindu, it seems that everything has been tied together by a mysterious force, leading the waste to a place step by step.

No matter what is waiting for him ahead, Zhi Fei suddenly feels more peace and firmness in his heart, and believes that everything will be cleared up.

Including the regret in Yin Wuyao's words, and why he was obsessed with letting him go to Xinwang's mansion.

"Yes! A little further to the right, it's still a little bit worse! Ah-be careful!!!"

The woman's scream was extremely ear-piercing, Zhi Hua frowned slightly, and didn't even pay attention to the feeling of her body flying into the air.

It's noisy, really noisy, and I've never been good at dealing with women since before.

The same goes for the concubine mother, so does Lufang, and so does Concubine Xiao, whether they are good intentions or malicious, their eyes will always make people weak, and there is no way not to give in.

Hmm... It seems that what I did this time was a little too much. Will I be scolded by Mu Ao after this? As long as I don't tell Mu Ao, it's fine. It's strange, why do I think of Mu Ao at this time?

I miss Mu Ao's voice scolding me in my ear.

It was like groping and stumbling in a dark tunnel, and the light ahead gradually increased until the entire field of vision became brighter.

Rare exotic flowers and plants, exquisite animal railings, elegant and clean gazebos, and slender paths paved with bluestones meander to the end of the garden.

This is... the imperial garden, the imperial palace?

This is, a dream?

The figure dressed in royal blue among the flowers gradually became clear, with a slender figure and gentle demeanor, even with his back turned to him, he could feel that person's extraordinary demeanor.

He seemed to be holding something in his hands, and was whispering something.

The long black hair fluttered slowly with the wind.

"Soon...very...soon..."

What is he saying?

The wind is too strong, I really can't hear clearly.

The headache was so painful that it felt as if it was about to split open. The bright scenery in front of me was instantly swallowed up by the blackness, without any residue, it disappeared completely.

He tried his best to open his eyes, and his vision changed from blurred to clear. He didn't know how long it had been since then, but he saw a lonely candle in the dark room flickering and flickering from time to time.

"...Come out." Throat hurts too, as if the cracked ground is severely dehydrated, squeaking out a word is like tearing open a wound, the stinging and hoarse vocal cords make Zhi Fei's words appear low, but The only sound in the room was the faint breathing of the disabled person.

Zhi Fei tried to move, his hands and feet were able to move well, but there was a little soreness, probably from scratches when he fell from the tree, it was not a serious injury.

Compared with the small injury on his body, Zhi Fei managed to prop up his body, and slowly pushed his arms against the bed to sit up. His long black hair was scattered on his shoulders and back, and he didn't feel it at all. His pale face had nothing but anger. More expressions.

It may be inappropriate to say anger, and it may be more unwilling.

"You have been exposed while protecting me, why don't you come out?!"

There was still no movement, so quiet that you could hear your own heartbeat.

The flickering flames were very weak, shining on Zhifei's face, he looked even more haggard.

"Father, what would he do if he knew about this? Do you really want to be punished..."

Like the sound of a breeze blowing, it is so light that it leaves no trace.

In front of him was a masked man in black, who seemed to be about the same age as Mu Ao, kneeling respectfully under the empty window sill, with his head lowered, so he couldn't see his eyes.

Zhi Fei finally heaved a sigh of relief, and almost fell back on the bed again, his face softened a lot.

It was the first time he had taken such a risk, and the chance of success was only half.

But he still succeeded, although he didn't know Yin Wuyao much, but in his own affairs, Yin Wuyao would always spare no effort to protect himself.

When avoiding the pursuit of the Mu family, when on the cottage, when in Xindu.

Although he broke up with him, he still fulfilled his promise. Once he made up his mind, he would not change it easily. Yin Wuyao is such a man.

Such a man... really makes people feel powerless just thinking about it.

Powerless to face.

Even if he refuses, he will feel guilty.

Sighing, Zhi Fei rubbed his head, "Just pretend you don't know what happened in the side courtyard this afternoon, and you don't need to report it to the emperor, but besides, I have something to ask you for help."

"No." The other party rejected Zhi Po with brief words, and his tone was quite firm, "It's the subordinate's lack of protection."

"I did this on purpose, it has nothing to do with you..."

The man suddenly raised his head, and there was only deep stubbornness in those emotionless eyes.

This means that you will not give in.

Zhi Fei thought lightly, he didn't like loyal people, but he envied Yin Wuyao for having such subordinates.

"Okay, you can do whatever you want," Zhi Fei smiled slightly, "but I hope you can do me a favor, this is not an order, nor is it a transaction, it is a request."

The man's expression was still rigid, but there was some doubt and hesitation in his eyes.

Northwest of Zhou State.

A temporary camp ten miles away from the capital.

In the main tent, the emperor studied the topographical map with the help of lights. The terrain in the northwest is generally flat, but there are also many swamps and muddy places, and there are also places with continuous mountains. They can be used as ambush grounds for attacking and defending. To get more detailed information Terrain conditions, we have to wait for the spies to come back.

However, the emperor could not wait any longer.

With his hands behind his back, looking at the map hanging behind the handsome seat, the emperor frowned.

Someone lifted the curtain of the tent and walked into the main tent. There was only one person in the army who entered and left the main tent at will without consent.

"...I heard that His Majesty left Zhifei in Xindu?"

The voice could not tell whether it was anger or relief, but the man's almond eyes had a murderous intent.

"Isn't this what you wished?" Yin Wuyao raised the corners of his lips, turned around and looked at Mu Danhe, and his eyes stayed on the secret report of the case.

"It's impossible for that kid to be obedient and stay there alone!" Dan He stared at the calm Yin Wuyao, the man's graceful demeanor made Dan He feel uncomfortable from head to toe.

Danhe wanted to ask more questions, but was blocked by the domineering murderous gazes of the man in the black and gold robe opposite, and suddenly felt that the emperor was really going to kill him at that moment.

The man in front of him was too ruthless and terrifying, even the top fighters in the Jianghu might not be able to win. This murderous look was like a natural Shura, without any concealment.

Anyway, in the real duel, it is not known who is stronger, and Danhe has no intention of losing without a fight. The agreement with Yin Wuyao can be realized as long as the Mu family falls. Before that, there is only waiting.

Waiting for the day when Yin Wuyao and Yin Wuyao will have a real showdown.