My country, you can pinch it

It was the evening of the second day when the emperor woke up again, but the sky was dark, as if it had already fallen into the night.

When he moved slightly, the guards looked over and said with a little surprise: "The emperor is awake?"

It's Zhu Yuanfeng!

Then there was a thin sound, Emperor Shun heard the sound of light footsteps coming in and out, the candle was lit, and the bedroom was bright as day in a blink of an eye.

There was a faint herbal smell in the air, and I saw Zhu Yuanfeng walking in with a bowl of medicine, "Your Majesty."

Emperor Shun looked at the person in front of him, his eyes were bloodshot, he could see that he hadn't had a good rest, he couldn't help asking: "How long have I been asleep?"

"Go back to the emperor, one day and one night."

"Are you just guarding me like this?" Emperor Shun's hoarse voice was filled with inexplicable emotions.

Zhu Yuanfeng lowered his head, and said flatly, "How dare you rest at this time." The words were ambiguous and had a double meaning.

However, listening to Emperor Shun's ears moved him. At this moment, there was such a person beside him. The emperor was very relieved. He closed his eyes and remained silent for a long time—the prince pressed on every step, and the emperor fell asleep again. Zhu Yuanfeng was worried about the night prevention, and dared not relax.

This is what Emperor Shun understood, but in fact...

Zhu Yuanfeng took the medicine, and did not urge the emperor to drink it, just quietly looked at the face on the dragon bed, and Emperor Shun became old and wilted overnight, as if he was a real old man.

In fact, this appearance is easy to make people soft-hearted, but when he thinks of the mistakes he made, the suffering he has suffered in these years, and the innocent lives... he really wants to impulsively go up and strangle him to death.

This day and night, he seemed to have too many opportunities to do so, but the emperor was the emperor, and the eunuchs who walked in from time to time reminded him silently that even if he was unconscious, the inside and outside of the palace were full of his eyeliner.

Zhu Yuanfeng knew very well that it doesn't matter if he succeeds, but if he fails, it would be a pity to die, but it would mess up the arrangement of the crown prince and monk Jinling.

So he endured it all his life, not because he didn't want to be lazy and rest, but he really couldn't sleep.

"Yuan'er, bring the medicine here." At some point, Emperor Shun opened his eyes again and looked at him gently, "What are you thinking?"

Zhu Yuanfeng came back to his senses, shook his head and said: "Your Majesty, I'm sorry, I'm a little dazed." Then, he settled down, walked to the side of the bed, sat up carefully for Emperor Shun, picked up the soft cushion behind him, and He wanted to get the medicine, but Emperor Shun said, "I drink it myself."

"Yes."

Zhu Yuanfeng has always been docile, sometimes not even diligent, but now in the eyes of the emperor, he has become a lovely and loyal minister.

The bitter medicine flowed down his throat, Emperor Shun managed to drink it up, and handed the medicine bowl back to Zhu Yuanfeng, who was about to take it when he heard Emperor Shun ask, "Are you disappointed in me?"

Zhu Yuanfeng froze his hands, and subconsciously wanted to shake his head, but he couldn't.

"This matter is like a nightmare. I have never been relaxed in these years. Every time I wake up in the middle of the night, it is the same scene. I pretend to hide my thoughts about An Ru very well, but it is a pity that the sinful concubine sees it, and a glass of wine breaks it. I have given up all my restraint..." Seeing his appearance, Emperor Shun knew that the integrity and loyalty in Zhu Yuanfeng's heart were at odds with each other, so he simply said it himself first.His tone was calm, as if he was telling something that had nothing to do with him. The emperor would not regret it casually, but in the end he said: "To Anru, to the queen, to the Wang family... I have to go to the eighteenth level of hell to redeem...cough cough..."

Showing weakness is a very good means for Zhu Yuanfeng, the latter is soft-hearted and doesn't have much to say.

Seeing that he was tired and his face was ugly, Zhu Yuanfeng couldn't help asking: "Your Majesty, do you want to rest for a while?"

"No, if you keep resting, I won't be able to sit firmly on the throne." After sleeping for a day and a night, it was enough for the prince to master his voice. Emperor Shun knew very well what would happen next.He leaned on the head of the bed, smiled soothingly at Zhu Yuanfeng, "I didn't expect that in the end, you will stay by my side, and you are the only one who will be loyal. Yuaner, I regret how I treated you before. From now on, I promise to protect you." I'm looking after you, and I won't let you be wronged again. If this minister in the court can win half of your heart, I'm satisfied, as long as I want to give you a bright future, you can get it!"

Emperor Shun's words sounded loud, but Zhu Yuanfeng didn't know whether it was true or not, but he knew that the emperor hoped that he would be moved and wept with gratitude.

"Your Majesty..." After the two words, he really didn't know how to flatter his conscience.

"Xuansi Tinghou." Fortunately, Emperor Shun didn't have time to listen to his loyalty.Although he woke up, it was a fact that he fainted because he was so angry that he spit out a mouthful of blood. Emperor Shun was weak and tired. One cannot turn against one's side.

"Yes." Holding the bowl, Zhu Yuanfeng felt relieved and walked out of the hall.

Si Tinghou walked in quickly, facing the dragon bed, he raised his hand to salute, "Your Majesty."

"Qin Qing, is it all messed up outside?" Emperor Shun said weakly.

Marquis Si Ting was silent for a while, and said: "There are rumors inside and outside the capital, the cabinet and the six ministries are waiting for you to summon."

The emperor on the dragon bed laughed, "They are waiting for an explanation from me."

Si Ting Hou thought in his heart, shouldn't he give it?

He thought of that chaotic night, the palace was full of blood, how many innocent lives were killed, Yun Zhishen was thrown into prison, Wang Taifu had white hair, but he had to endure the accusation of not being strict with his daughter and embarrassing the royal family, how innocent?It's just the emperor's selfish desire!

It's just that he couldn't say these words, he felt resentment in his heart, after thinking about it, he simply knelt down on one knee and said: "I have neglected to observe, and I have owed the emperor's kindness, and I ask the emperor to punish me."

The Sixth Prince's Mansion is guarded by the Forbidden Army. As the commander, he cannot escape the blame, although he has only been in office for half a year.

"What is this for?" Emperor Shun sighed helplessly, and looked at Si Tinghou, "Get up."

Si Tinghou didn't move, and said bluntly: "I'm afraid I'm not suitable to be in charge of the imperial army."

"What does this matter have to do with you? I trusted you when I handed over the forbidden army to you. If not, I'm afraid that the palace and the world would have been decided by another person at this moment! Is Qin Qing going to let me down and abandon me? "Emperor Shun looked a little agitated, trying to struggle from the bed, "I was so angry with that Nizi that my chest hurts, so I have to get out of bed to help you up? Cough..." He coughed violently, seeing Si Ting Hou's face was moved, and he finally said in a hoarse voice, "You know, Aiqing, I have been haunted by nightmares day and night, and I regret it..."

At some point, Emperor Shun's eyes were filled with tears, which fell hotly.

After all, Si Tinghou was not hard-hearted after all, he stood up from the ground, "Please take care of the dragon's body, Your Majesty."

Emperor Shun's muffled cough gradually subsided, the flush on his face faded, and he slowly turned pale. He forced a smile, and lay down slowly, "Ai Qing still understands me."

"Your Majesty..." If I knew this earlier, why bother.

So Sitinghou didn't submit the matter of changing the imperial army, but just bowed his head and obeyed, feeling emotional in his heart.

Emperor Shun turned his body sideways, with pain on his face, and said: "I feel guilty in my heart, and it is understandable for the prince to do so. I have no intention of blaming him. It's just that things are different. I can't find anyone to care for, and the crown prince can't be sealed, what does Ai Qing think of me?" Emperor Shun spoke weakly, as if a lion in his twilight years put away his minions, his cloudy eyes showed weakness and pity, this The tone is no longer condescending, but with a solicitation and caution.

Emperor Shun showed weakness in this way, but it was a helpless move.

Si Ting Hou is different from Wan Quan, he has a title, although he has not entered the court for nearly 20 years, he still has an influence that cannot be ignored.If the emperor really followed the trend and took back the imperial army, then the imperial army would dare to make an uproar tomorrow. Thinking about Liu Ke entering the Sixth Prince's Mansion if he wanted to, this must make the emperor think too much.

At the beginning, Si Ting Hou was chosen instead of Vice Commander Zhang Xian because he was afraid of the collusion of eunuchs. Si Ting Hou respected the crown prince and was loyal to the emperor. But now, the scandal 29 years ago suddenly came to light. I don't have that grasp anymore.

Asking like this is a kind of temptation.

Si Tinghou frowned and said: "Your Majesty, since it was a mistake, you should give the world an explanation and admit it."

Although he had been prepared for a long time, Emperor Shun was still angry when he heard it in his ears. This is to make him commit a crime!

But why!

Is it necessary to take advantage of the trend to give way if you have issued an edict of guilt?

These traitors!

Emperor Shun was furious, but his face trembled and his breathing became rough. If he didn't restrain himself, he might lose his composure on the spot.

He closed his eyes fiercely, telling himself to be patient, and finally calmed down, he showed a relieved smile, and said slowly: "What Ai Qing said is very true...we will arrange this matter when I recover a little bit."

These words surprised Si Tinghou, he thought Emperor Shun would refuse.

Seeing his expression, Emperor Shun smiled wryly and said: "I am not so unreasonable, please Ai Qing to take care of you."

"Yes, don't worry, Your Majesty."

"Cough cough...cough cough..." Emperor Shun seemed to let go of something on his mind, so he coughed again uncontrollably. The sound of the voice surprised Si Tinghou, and he couldn't help calling out, "Your Majesty?"

Emperor Shun couldn't speak, and coughed even worse, as if he couldn't calm down without coughing out the lung tubes.

Finally Si Tinghou shouted: "Come here, Imperial Physician Xuan!"

Zhu Yuanfeng hurriedly brought the imperial physician in, and the palace was in chaos again. Taking time out, he said to Si Ting Hou, "Please, Lord Hou, stay away for a while."

Si Tinghou nodded, looked at the emperor worriedly, and left.

He walked out of the palace, facing the thousands of lights in the palace, feeling confused and sad.

Twenty-nine years ago, he was still a high-spirited, heartless soldier of the five cities, who married a princess, and he was a winner in life.

The relationship between Si Tinghou and the Wang family is actually not very deep, but because he was mischievous since he was a child, he did not learn and had nothing to do, so he inevitably caused troubles, so his father forced him to send him to the Wang family to study.

The Wang family has a profound heritage, and its ethnology, even today's Guozijian, can't match it.Si Tinghou was still the eldest son at that time, he had a special status, and was brought by Wang Taifu to teach him for a while.In fact, not long after, he escaped home because he couldn't bear the constraints of the family.

I thought I would be beaten up by his father, but I didn't expect Wang Taifu to send someone overnight - the son is naughty by nature, but pure in nature, this quality is better than countless, congratulations to Lord Hou for getting this son.

With Wang Taifu's praise, Si Tinghou finally saved his ass, and his father no longer restrained him, so that, just like Liu Ke now, he chased chickens and caught dogs, showing a full of dandyism, but never really provoked anyone. disaster.

The only thing...was that he used the power of the soldiers and horses of the five cities to evade Wang Taifu from the emperor's initial pursuit, saved Yun Zhishen, and sent them out of the city.

At that time, Taifu Wang was desperate, so he helped him when he asked him to help, but he never asked what happened, and Taifu Wang didn't intend to tell him, because both of them knew that such a secret would never be revealed in the light of day. Know, whoever has to die.

What happened later, Marquis Si Ting didn't inquire about it, he only knew that Taifu Wang's hair turned white all night, and the hatred in his eyes frightened him.

Because of the crime of deceiving the emperor, for the sake of the Sitinghou Mansion, and to avoid the attention of the emperor, he finally replaced the post of commander of the five cities with one leg, keeping the entire Sitinghou Mansion away from the vortex of power. It fell silent.

He thought it would be like this for the rest of his life, but he didn't expect that after 29 years, he still knew the truth, which was more bloody, dirty, corrupt, promiscuous, and unbearable than the explanation given by the emperor to recall King Ning!

Si Tinghou thought of this, he suddenly laughed, "Teacher... I did nothing wrong back then."

Behind him, Dacheng Palace entered and exited chaotically, he sighed in his heart, and couldn't help asking himself, if the prince really wants to point his sword at the palace, where should he go?