Meng Dong

Meng Dong has stayed in Jiangling City for more than ten years, and he is even more familiar with this place than his hometown Ningzhou. However, he spends most of his time in the coffin of Qiwu, and he rarely even goes out of the gate of Jiangling City. I know that there is such a remote and small village dozens of miles outside Jiangling City.

There are not many families in this village. It may be because of the war or other reasons. When Meng Dong arrived here, he had not seen any villagers. to take charge.

The war between Beiliang and Jiangling was facilitated by Meng Dong, so Yan Hong left Jiangling for the capital on the front foot, and the people living in the Wu coffin left Jiangling City on the back foot, and came to this small village to settle temporarily. Now look at the Qiwu Hall in Jiangling City It looks like everything is as usual, but Meng Dong knows in his heart that it is just an illusion maintained to avoid suspicion, and soon there will be a completely different appearance.

He has lived in the Qiwu Pavilion for more than ten years, and has played a game of chess there for more than ten years. Now everything is finally coming to fruition, and the Qiwu Pavilion has lost its utility and is about to be abandoned by them.

Although he looks no different from an ordinary Jiangling person now, Meng Dong knows in his heart that he still belongs to Beiliang after all.When the last step of the plan is realized, he will eventually return to Beiliang to get back everything that belongs to him.And everything in Jiangling City, Meng Dong's identity in the Qiwu Hall, and the short but profound time in the Nanjun Palace will become his memories that can no longer be mentioned.

"My lord," the boy's voice sounded from outside the door, "Madam has already woken up, and said that if you want to see her, you can go there now."

Meng Dong recovered from his chaotic thoughts, and lowered his head to find that he was still wearing the blood-stained robe from last night. He originally wanted to take a bath before changing into a robe, but he just sat in the room without realizing it. Li Ku sat for more than half an hour, even the bath water brought in by his servants was completely cold, but he didn't even take off his dirty clothes.

In fact, Meng Dong didn't know what he was thinking. Originally, he was just guessing about the situation in Liang Jun, and how he should return to the court after killing Guo Gu, but unknowingly, his thoughts slowly drifted away. In it, Yan Hong's deep eyes from a few hours ago can't help reappearing.

He knew that Yan Hong was tactfully trying to persuade him to stay, and that according to that person's temperament, being able to say such words was enough to show his intentions. Meng Dong understood that he wanted to stay in Jiangling and by his side. , although he didn't say it directly, and it was impossible for him to say it directly.

Meng Dong still couldn't help thinking, if Yan Hong asked him to stay because of himself, would he be willing to refuse?

He thought for a long time, and finally felt that he would still refuse, and there was no doubt about it.Nothing is more important than what he has been doing all along, and Yan Hong must be aware of this.

But Meng Dong was still surprised by his entanglement just now. For him in the past, he would not have the slightest hesitation about this choice.

It's not the same after all.

He has worked hard for more than ten years, and seeing that his vengeance is about to be avenged, he does not feel relaxed or comfortable at all.He just felt tired from the bottom of his heart, and felt that his entire chest was empty and unbearable.

Later, Meng Dong suddenly realized that after waking up from a beautiful dream, he would inevitably feel lost when he returned to the cruel and cold reality.

"Young master?" The boy didn't get a response, so he knocked on the window and asked in a low voice, "Are you resting?"

Meng Dong closed his eyes slightly, let out a soft sigh, and then slowly replied: "Let someone bring some hot water in again, and tell Madam that I'll be there after I wash up."

The boy was puzzled, he just sent a lot of hot water in, but he didn't dare to ask, he just responded: "Yes, young master."

Although it was still early and the sky was slightly bright, everyone in this small village had woken up and was busy making breakfast, so Meng Dong gave orders, and soon someone brought hot water in.This time Meng Dong didn't give himself another chance to disperse, he directly took off his robe and immersed himself in the warm water.

Last night he was drenched in the heavy rain for a long time, and hurried on his way. Wearing his drenched robe, he was blown by the cold wind for a long time in the autumn night. His whole body was as cold as a piece of ice. I got some warmth back.

He poured hot water on his long hair, trying to wash away the blood on his head, when he lowered his head, he happened to see the scar on his left arm that was no longer obvious.Yan Hong spent a lot of effort on his scar, not only using the best medicine for sores, but also paying special attention to his daily diet, so the incision healed extremely quickly, and now it looks like only a shallow scar.

I just don't know if that person will be so careful when treating his wound.Meng Dong couldn't help but think of this person's indifferent look last night, and couldn't help sighing.But fortunately, the people around him are always reliable. Leaving aside that Qingxin for now, Qingming has taken care of him by his side for so long, so he is naturally more considerate and considerate than himself.

Meng Dong soaked his arm in the water to hide the scar.But he couldn't help laughing bitterly, he was still worried about that person, as if he couldn't live a normal life if he wasn't by his side.In fact, I clearly know how powerful and reassuring that person is.

On the contrary, I have been taken care of by him for a long time, and I suddenly pulled away and left, feeling a bit at a loss.

Meng Dong sighed again, lowered his head and concentrated on washing his long hair.

By the time Meng Dong finished washing up and changed into a dry robe, the sky had completely lit up.Even though he was wearing a thick coat, the morning wind still made him feel a bit cool.

Because the village is very small and each household is not big, so Meng Dong lives alone in a small courtyard, separated from his mother by a certain distance.

This arrangement was naturally made by his mother, and Meng Dong knew in his heart that just as he hadn't wanted to see her for so many years, she wasn't very willing to see him either.They are mother and son in name, but they are actually witnesses to each other's most painful memories. As long as they see each other, they will immediately recall the memory that was deliberately hidden by them.

In fact, Meng Dong is not afraid of recalling that memory, because it will only deepen his determination to revenge and his hatred for Guo Gu.Because it was his blood feud, something he had to bear and face, but for his nominal mother, it was a responsibility and obligation imposed on his head.

After all, she was originally just an ordinary maid named Su Bi in the former empress's palace. Once the palace changed, she inexplicably took on the mission of raising the young prince and helping him avenge and regain the throne.She could have had a more ordinary but simpler life instead of imprisoning herself in that dark room and never showing her true colors to others.

So all these years, even though all she brought to Meng Dong was oppression and dullness, Meng Dong never resented her.

After all, without her, Meng Dong would have been buried in the sea of ​​fire, just like his father and mother.But Meng Dong just didn't want to face her.

But there are always times when you have to.

This village is not big at all, even if they don't live in the same yard, there is not much distance between them, Meng Dong soon walked to the place.There are far more people serving in Su Bi's courtyard than in his courtyard, but because the master likes to be quiet and doesn't like to be disturbed, Meng Dong can hardly perceive their existence.

These are the people who are used to serving in the Qiwu Pavilion, so they are so obedient and winky, so Su Bi will take them with him when he leaves the Qiwu Pavilion.

Meng Dong looked at the low room in front of him, still couldn't help but took a deep breath, and then strode in.

The room was still dark, it was as if he had returned to the attic of the Qiwu Pavilion that no one dared to disturb, but it was different after all. Meng Dong, who came here for the first time, was not familiar with the layout of the place. It was a dark place, and I almost stepped on the ground, barely managed to stand still, and then slowly entered the inner room.

Su Bi sat in front of the window with her back to Meng Dong, looking at the tightly covered window, she didn't know what she was thinking, and she didn't turn her head when she heard the footsteps, but said lightly: "Finally here?"

Meng Dong stared at her back, and said softly: "Last night, I was too messed up, so I wasted some time washing and washing, and I made my mother wait for a long time."

Su Bi turned her head, even in the room, her face was still covered with tulle, only her eyes were exposed, she glanced at Meng Dong, there was no wave in her eyes: "I'm going back to Ningzhou soon, when the time comes Your Highness is about to restore her identity, and there is no need to call me that anymore."

"My mother saved my life and brought me up, just like my mother. Even if I return to Ningzhou in the future, I will still respect you as my elder, take you to the palace, and support you as a foster mother. You will be compensated for all the hardships you have suffered in these years." Meng Dong replied, "If my mother knows, she will also hope that I will do this."

Su Bi's eyes are still lifeless, from Meng Dong's memory, it seems that they have always been like this, this person seems to have been deprived of all vitality, and there seems to be nothing that can affect her in this world.When she heard Meng Dong's promise, she didn't react at all, she just sighed softly: "I have nothing to make up for. The empress entrusted her highness to me before she died, and I must do my best to be worthy of her trust." , it’s not for His Highness’s reward. When His Highness finally boards the Great Treasure, I have completed my mission and can return to the Empress.”

Meng Dong lowered his eyes: "All these years, I've worked hard, mother."

Su Bi didn't respond, but turned his gaze back, looked at the window in front of him, and spoke again after a long time: "Master Sun is also in the Beiliang army now, he said that he should watch the hands-on matters to be at ease. Wait until the night in the army When no one notices, he will come over to meet with His Highness, and see what His Highness has to say."

Meng Dong raised the corners of his lips: "Of course it's not an entrustment. I should first thank Mr. Sun for his care in the court over the years. After all, whether you can return to Ningzhou smoothly or not depends on Mr. Sun."

"It's good that Your Highness understands," Su Bi said indifferently, "If Master Sun hadn't been in court these years, His Highness wouldn't have succeeded so easily."

Meng Dong smiled lightly, but did not retort: ​​"Since that's the case, I guess mother has nothing else to do. I drove all night last night, and my body was a little tired, so I went back to rest first."

Su Bi didn't speak, Meng Dong was used to it, turned around and walked out, just as he reached the door, Su Bi's hoarse voice came from behind him: "Where is the jade pendant His Highness always wears?"

"Huh?" Meng Dong turned his head and found that Meng Dong's eyes were firmly fixed on his neck, "I remember that His Highness has a jade pendant that has been worn for many years. It seems that the empress asked someone to ask for it."

Meng Dong subconsciously raised his hand to touch his neck, with the usual expression on his face: "The river was in chaos last night, maybe it was accidentally dropped somewhere, and I will send someone to look for it on the river."

Su Bi frowned slightly, but did not mention the jade pendant again: "In my opinion, there is no need for Your Highness to follow the Nanjun King to the capital this time, let alone use our people to save his life. But Your Highness After convincing Mr. Sun, I have nothing to say. I just hope that His Highness will not forget the original intention, remember what you should do, and don't be confused by what you shouldn't have."

Meng Dong laughed lightly: "Mother, don't worry, no one is more sober than me. After all, all the people added up did not lose as much as I lost in that fire."

"That's good." Su Bi took one last look at Meng Dong, "Then Your Highness should go back to rest earlier."

Meng Dong nodded, and pointed outside: "There are no outsiders in this village. During the day, my mother has nothing to do, so I can go out for a stroll. This room is too cramped, so my mother should go out to get some air. After finishing speaking, he turned around and left without looking back.

When he finally entered the yard and saw the sun above his head again, Meng Dong couldn't help taking a deep breath. This was probably the most harmonious way the two of them could get along.Su Bi will never make him feel at ease and want to get close like the Queen and Dowager of Nanjun.He probably will never make Su Bi feel full of joy when he sees him.

He couldn't help thinking that if Yan Hong returned to the mansion after going through such a night, he would probably get his mother's care, maybe he would cook a bowl of hot soup to drive away the cold with his own hands, half complaining half It is distressed to persuade him to drink.

Thinking of this, Meng Dong couldn't help laughing at his own innocence. He really stayed with Yan Hong for too long and received too much care and love from him, so when he returned to the place he should go back to, there was still such a remnant. extravagant hope.

It seems that I will slowly learn to forget in the future.

It's just that I still can't help but think, has that person returned to Jiangling now, and what is he doing?

Yan Hong, who was worried by Meng Dong, not only went back to Jiangling, but also took time to go back to the palace.His body was too embarrassing, and the wounds were treated very sloppily. Even if he felt that he was blessed with great fate, he still didn't dare to take his own life lightly.

After taking a shower, changed into dry clothes, and went to the reliable doctor Meng Dong said to change his medicine again, Yan Hong had time to lie down on the soft bed and rest.

He fought with people on the river for a long time, and then drove all night fast. Even though he claimed to be strong and strong, he still felt tired.He wanted to seize the time to take a nap, but he just stared at the roof in a daze, without any sleepiness.

Probably because the attic suddenly became empty.

All of Yan Hong's usual things have been moved to this attic long ago, and he returned here habitually when he entered the mansion. At this moment, he finally calmed down, and he felt belatedly that today is different from the past.It took him more than two months to get used to the existence of another person, and to hold another person in his arms before falling asleep, but that person suddenly pulled away and left, which made him somewhat at a loss.

He tossed and turned on the soft collapse for a long time, always feeling that his breath was filled with that person's breath, obviously that person hadn't lived here for more than a month.Finally, Yan Hong sighed, turned over and sat up.

As soon as there was movement on his side, Qingming came up to him from the other side: "My lord, what are your orders? Do you want to go out now? According to what the doctor said just now, it's better to rest for a while."

Yan Hong wiped his face with his good hand, looked around the room, and finally asked, "Did mother kiss you when you went to deliver the message?"

"When I went, the old lady was already up and having breakfast."

Yan Hong lowered his eyes: "Then I'll go and accompany her old man. There will be a big battle next, and it should be difficult to have time to go back home in a while."

Qingming looked carefully at the expression of her lord, took the outer robe and waited for Yan Hong to put it on, and then followed him out the door.

Old Mrs. Bai had already had her breakfast and was sitting in the living room drinking tea. Two gray rabbits, one big and one small, were gnawing on the vegetable leaves intently at her feet. Hearing footsteps, he raised his head and saw Yan Hong walking in. A smile appeared on her face: "It's not that you didn't sleep all night and rested in the room, why did you come here early in the morning?" She turned her eyes, and immediately saw Yan Hong's injured arm, and frowned slightly, "Why? Still injured?"

"What's so unusual about being injured in the march? People as brave as my father, don't always come back with wounds all over their bodies. I'm just a small wound, so it's okay." Yan Hong walked up to her and handed the Only the thinner rabbit picked it up, "Why is this little thing so thin after so long, mother, you treat it harshly, right?"

Old Madam Bai took a sip of tea before she raised her chin towards him: "Put your brother down, your little thing is here."

Yan Hong glanced at the little rabbit in his hand in disbelief, and then at the fatter one at Mrs. Bai's feet: "... I remember that the one you raised should be bigger, mother, why... "

The old lady Bai laughed: "This little thing is a lot more courageous than before. If you eat and drink heartlessly every day, you will naturally gain weight. If you don't believe me, if you hug it now, you will know how much it has eaten."

Yan Hong put the gray rabbit in his hand back to its original place, and picked up the other one. Since he only had one dexterous hand, he could feel the weight of this one more clearly.He hugged the little guy and sat down, brushed the hair on its back with one hand, couldn't help laughing and said: "If Meng Dong sees that this little thing is eating so well now, he must be very happy. When he..."

Having said that, he stopped talking, lowered his head to look at the little thing moving restlessly in his arms, his eyes showed a bit of disappointment.

The old lady Bai took his expression into her eyes, and glanced at Qingming beside her: "The little thing is very strong now, let it play by itself, so as not to accidentally kick your prince's wound."

Qing Ming immediately stepped forward and took the little gray rabbit from Yan Hong's hands: "The weather outside is nice, I will take it to the garden."

The old lady Bai nodded, and pointed to the other one beside her foot that was still eating intently: "Take this one with you, I will also talk to your prince."

Yan Hong held the teacup and did not respond. He took a sip of tea until everyone in the room retreated, raised his head to meet Mrs. Bai's gaze, and said softly, "Mother."

The old lady Bai looked at him quietly: "It's not that there are a lot of things to deal with, and you don't rest in the room, so you came to me to act like a baby."

"I won't be able to sleep when I go back, so I'd better rest assured at Mother's place." Yan Hong said softly, "Whether it's with Beiliang or the capital, we will have a battle, and we may not have time to accompany you in the mansion, so before leaving Come stay with you first."

"What can I do with you? Back then, your royal father spent more than half of his time in the army, so I was left to stay in this palace by myself. I have long since learned to enjoy myself." Mrs. Bai said.

Yan Hong laughed: "Mother, don't slander my father when he can't refute him, but I know that the old man wanted to take you with him all the time, even when he was in the army. Go to war with Liang Jun, because the number cannot keep up with them, your father was besieged on the battlefield, you rushed in to rescue him regardless, and you scared the old man to death. The most important thing is that after the victory, he went to the military doctor I checked your pulse and found out that you were two months pregnant. Since then, my father never let you go to the army."

Speaking of this, Yan Hong couldn't help sighing: "Speaking of which, it's also my destiny."

"You brat, you have been restless since you were in the womb." The old lady Bai recalled the past, her eyes were extraordinarily gentle, "But your father loves you so much that he almost used you to be lawless. But After all, he is your father's son, so I never worried about it."

Yan Hong slightly lowered his eyes and laughed, but his voice was very firm: "Mother, after more than ten years, I can finally avenge my father."

The old lady Bai looked up at him, with rare love and compassion in her eyes: "Hong'er, avenging your father is just one thing you have to do in your life, but it is not the whole thing. Whether it is your father or me, neither I hope you will be imprisoned by this incident, and this Jiangling City is not your responsibility. After you have avenged your revenge, you still have your own wonderful life to live. In my eyes, I only hope that you can live the life you want to live. "

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