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Ling Ye stretched out his arms to embrace him, and at the same time signaled the servant to bring the black fox and crane cloak on the hem, and put it on Chu Heng.

The earth dragon in Mingcheng Hall was fully burned, and smoked cages were lit around it. It was not necessary to wear such heavy clothes, but Chu Heng was a little afraid of the cold when he came back this time, and always liked to go to the side of the smoked cage.

He lay on Ling Ye's body, buried his head in Ling Ye's neck and shoulders, just hugged him like this, lowered his eyes and did not speak.

What happened in the study room of Jingcheng Palace this morning really made Chu Heng nervous.Ling Ye had heard that Jing Xueli had a personal feud with Chu Heng, and it was said that they were not young Liangzi.But today Jing Xueli didn't expose Chu Heng in front of him, and even helped Chu Heng lie, which was regarded as a favor for Chu Heng.

Ling Ye didn't know whether this favor was offered by Jing Xueli, or whether it was discussed between the two of them when they met in the Changning princess's birthday banquet on the eighteenth day of the twelfth lunar month. , and the panic this morning, it should be the former.

Ling Ye thought for a while, then said in a gentle voice: "Jing Xueli said in the morning that you suffered crimes when you were young and your meridians were damaged, otherwise today... when you were young, would you have a good time in Zhongpinghou's mansion?"

Chu Heng moved in Ling Ye's arms when he heard the words. Although Jing Xueli was talking nonsense with her eyes open, it wasn't completely false when she hit the right button.

He did suffer from a serious illness when he was a child, and his health was not good. When the children of the same clan had begun to show their martial arts talents, it was difficult for him to run and jump normally.He was originally Zhong Pinghou Chuhong's second son, but when he was just one year old, the mistress's son died early, and he suddenly became Zhong Pinghou's only son, and his situation suddenly became embarrassing. ①

Needless to say about the mistress, Zhong Pinghou had some expectations for him at first, but then he gradually found that he was weak and sick and talented, so he couldn't hide his disappointment.

But in those two years, only one prostitute daughter was born in the family. He was the only son of Zhong Pinghou, but he was not born clumsy and slow.

Of course, there are many people in the Chu clan who pay attention to the Houfu. At that time, because the old Marquis suffered a stroke last winter, Zhongping Hou Chuhong had not long inherited the title, and he urgently needed to establish prestige among the Zhongli Chu clan. ①

Such a blunt son like Chu Heng not only failed to bring any benefit, but even became a stain on Zhong Pinghou's body.

Although Zhong Pinghou didn't want to abuse him harshly, he didn't care about him anymore.

When he was young, he didn't understand. After he left the Marquis Mansion and went to Mount Li, he asked Mu Xiyun why no one at home came to see him. The other juniors and sisters who were studying arts at Mount Li would go home during festivals. Why didn't he go back.

At first Mu Xiyun was afraid of hurting him, so she didn't want to tell him, and always coaxed him.Later, when I grew up a bit, and understood the ways of the world, I didn't need to ask Mu Xiyun anymore, I gradually understood.

Jing Xueli suddenly mentioned it today, and those long past events were rediscovered from memory.

It's not that he didn't long for a "home" when he was young. He lived in Zhongpinghou's mansion for four years. During these four years, he checked or questioned him. Longing is a bit of a joke.

He suffered two serious illnesses in the Zhongpinghou Mansion.

Once when he was two years old, shortly after Old Master Chu suffered a stroke, he fell ill suddenly.At that time, he hadn't been rejected by Zhong Pinghou, but at the same time Zhong Pinghou had to take care of his father, and at the same time he was busy with the change of power in the family.Extending the doctor and asking for medicine, everything is naturally decided by the mistress.

Afterwards, Zhong Pinghou finally got the time to ask, and only then did he know from the mistress that the disease was brought from the mother's womb, and it cannot be cured, so it can only be raised slowly.

As a result, Zhong Pinghou's "stain" was formed.

Later, when he was four years old, Zhong Pinghou had already ignored him, and his illness this time was also very unfortunate. It coincided with the birth of the son of the Hou family, and the whole family was busy rejoicing, so naturally there was no time to care about a bad luck. abandoned son.

So this illness, in the end he was taken to Lishan by Mu Xiyun for treatment.

Chu Heng lay in Ling Ye's arms, thought for a while, and said, "The Hou's family has a great career, so it's not possible that I don't have my food and clothing... Later, I went to Lishan, and of course everything is fine there."

Ye Jianwei and Mu Xiyun treated him like their own son, and the elders and uncles were also loving. The younger brothers and younger sisters grew up fighting and fighting together, like brothers and sisters.

"It's just that there are two sisters, Ah Xin and Ah Yan, in the Hou's mansion. I'm always worried. Of course, I have to come to the imperial capital to have a look."

"Now..." Chu Heng raised his head to look at Ling Ye, wrapped his arms around his waist, and pressed his arms into his arms again.

Ling Ye knew that Chu Heng was concerned about Chu Xin and Chu Yan, his two siblings, so he didn't want to talk about it, but based on the indifference attitude towards Chu Heng from Zhong Pinghou's house, it can be deduced that his childhood must not have been much better.

Ling Ye knew it well, and didn't ask any more questions. He just lowered his head and kissed Chu Heng's lips, looked into his eyes, and said, "I will be here in the future."

Chu Heng was taken aback for a moment, then nodded slowly after a while, "Well, I have Your Majesty."

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This sleep has given him some energy. After lunch, Chu Heng didn't sleep again, so Ling Ye asked Zhu Geng to go to the Hall of Jingcheng to fetch the blessing pen and the golden red paper, and prepared to continue writing blessings.

As soon as Zhu Geng left, the servants came in on the back to pass the news. Ling Qi, the shadow leader, and Xie Chu, the leader of the Hall of Martial Arts, went out to ask for an audience.

Xie Chu came here to report the New Year's rewards. The emperor's guards in the Wuying Hall are the same as the shadow guards. They are all His Majesty's close servants. Apart from the wax gifts that all the Chinese and Chinese military officials have, there are also His Majesty's own private funds. Another annual reward.

Xie Chu and Ling Qi came into the study room of Mingcheng Palace together, got up together after paying their respects, and saw that Chu Heng was also here, they were a little puzzled.

Mingcheng Hall is the emperor's residence, and unless there is something important to report, no foreign ministers are allowed to enter without permission. Today is the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth lunar month, and two days later it will be New Year's Eve. What are you doing in the bedroom?

Xie Chu didn't have time to think about it, so he concentrated on the business first.The annual rewards of the Hall of Martial Arts are all given according to the performance appraisal of this year. As long as they have done their duties and have not made any serious mistakes to offend His Majesty, they can basically get an "A" and so on.

But there are a few exceptions.

For example, Xu Kan, the second son of the Marquis of Jiayong, was ordered by His Majesty together with his elder brother, Xu Shao, to think about his mistakes because of falsely discussing the imperial order.Another example is Yun Fei, who took the lead in a fight and wounded others, and was sentenced to a cane. Xie Chu gave him a "B" at his discretion.

And then...Chu Heng.

Xie Chu was in a difficult situation.

How Chu Heng got to the Imperial Palace is obvious to all in the Hall of Martial Arts. His words are shameless and disrespectful. Up to now, he is still carrying twenty sticks on his body. It is certain that he will offend His Majesty; After being ordered by His Majesty to go home and reflect on himself, Xie Chu pleaded for him; moreover, Chu Heng didn't do his job well.

The Hall of Martial Arts will send six emperor guards to the Mingzheng Martial Arts Hall every day. According to the rules, every emperor guard in Mingzheng must take turns to be on duty.

but--

Ling Ye picked up the booklet with the name "Chu Heng" and looked at it line by line. A smile appeared in his eyes, and he read: "Mingzheng Martial Arts... have you never been to it?"

If this is really counted, Chu Heng's annual gift will definitely be gone.

Xie Chu glanced at Chu Heng who was standing beside him, feeling a little unbearable in his heart, and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, this is not due to Chu Heng's dereliction of duty, it is because I have not arranged for Chu Heng."

Ling Ye put down the booklet in his hand, and said with a half-smile: "Is there any inconvenience?"

As soon as Xie Chu heard this, he immediately knew that His Majesty still didn't want to see Chu Heng, and he was embarrassed to ask him face to face knowingly.Let Chu Heng go to the martial arts hall, can he hold the place?Or can he have the ability to stop the discussion between the two sides?Or more simply, can go directly to the arena to compete with others?

The answer is obvious.

Although everyone present knew it well, Xie Chu felt that it was better not to expose Chu Heng's shortcomings in front of Chu Heng, so he said sincerely: "I think that everyone can go to the Wuying Hall of Mingzheng Martial Arts Hall, and Chu Heng, as a The only one who serves Mo should focus on serving the imperial court and His Majesty, and arrange others to do other matters."

Ling Qi who was next to him couldn't help but glance at Xie Chu sideways, seeing his sincere and upright expression, his mood suddenly became very complicated.

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①In fact, when Hua was born, Father Chu was not Zhong Pinghou, but the eldest son. When Hua was two years old, the old Marquis of the Chu family had a stroke in winter, and Father Chu inherited the Marquis.But here it is not so clear, and it is directly referred to as "Zhong Pinghou".