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The general should have heard about my affair with King Duan. "

"Is it true?"

"In that day's situation, King Duan had to do what he wanted before he would let me go! So..."

Zhao Jingzhi's heart beat silently, "Even so, it's too risky!"

Su Ning half-closed her eyes and looked at him, "If General Zhao hadn't chased him so fast, the horse might have stopped soon..."

At this moment, Zhao Jingzhi's face flushed, and cold sweat broke out in his heart.

But he, who is used to commanding thousands of troops, although his momentum has weakened in front of Su Ning, his airs are still there.He looked at Su Ning seriously, "I will atone for the mistakes I made!"

Su Ning was stunned, which circuit was the reaction to this!

His essential purpose is to make this guy feel a little guilty, don't let him shake it out!What do you mean by this?

From that day on, Zhao Jingzhi actually ran to the Su residence every now and then, each time with nothing empty in his hands.It's the end of the new year, and the new year's goods he bought are even crazier than Zhang Ji.

Su Ning felt her scalp go numb, "Well, General Zhao, let these things rot, you won't be able to eat them all!"

Zhao Jingzhi smiled very calmly, "It doesn't matter, it's better to have more than less! During festivals, officials and officials will always give alms to accumulate blessings! If there is any extra, you will give alms to the poor!"

Su Ning thought about it, "It seems that the Su family has never been rich enough to give to others! Will people think that my father made a fortune and embezzled public funds?"

Zhao Jingzhi froze and looked up at Su Ning.

Su Ning laughed, "Don't worry, the servants' homes are also celebrating the New Year!"

Zhao Jingzhi laughed angrily, and pinched Su Ning's cheek.

Su Ning was stunned, and couldn't help raising her eyes to look at him—they didn't seem to be so close to each other!

"Well, actually, I didn't blame you for that matter! You're right! General Zhao doesn't need to blame himself!" Su Ning quickly broke the embarrassment.

Zhao Jingzhi supported Su Ning's body, his eyes darkened, "Could it be that you think I treat you well because of guilt?"

Su Ning is in a mess now!

Zhao Jingzhi gently stroked his head and embraced him, "I'll wait for you to grow up!"

The strength of the arm increased slightly, and Su Ning could almost hear his restless heartbeat.

Zhao Jingzhi hugged for a while, as if he was afraid of something, then let go of Su Ning, packed his things with a smile and ran away.

Su Ning was stunned for a while.

This happened so suddenly, he originally thought that he would be straight without Li Chuci, but the generous embrace gave him peace of mind that he had never had before, at that second, he actually felt that this man was very reliable!

At the corner, Su Zheyu, who saw his son being eaten tofu, was so angry that he never let Zhao Jingzhi enter the gate of the Su Mansion again.

Su Ning only felt that after this guy confessed his feelings, he disappeared out of thin air.Just wondering, someone came to climb the beam late at night.

It was a snowy day, and the sound of footsteps was hard to hide, but the north wind was howling, and no one wanted to open the window to take a look.

Xiao Qi nestled in her quilt, turned over, and fell asleep comfortably again.

Suddenly a gust of cold wind passed through the hall, lifting the green gauze curtain.

Su Ning opened her eyes slightly, and saw Zhao Jingzhi who was dressed in snow.

"It's snowing a lot?"

Zhao Jing was stunned, shouldn't he shout that there are assassins... Uh, for people like the Su Mansion, they should shout to catch thieves, er, well, apart from these few people, the Su Mansion doesn't have anything of value.He even thought about how to appease Su Ning, or directly covered his mouth, fully showing his masculinity and vigor - just ask who has the guts to break into the house of a court official to meet his sweetheart privately!

At least Zhang Ji didn't dare!

Undoubtedly, Su Ning's reaction at this moment dispelled his depression for many days.

"You are quite courageous!"

Su Ning's eyes were so sleepy that she couldn't keep her eyes open, it wasn't that he wanted to neglect this one on purpose, but that after rebirth, he got used to lighting up the incense for sleep.

"The imperial city must be very busy, what are you doing here?"

Zhao Jingzhi didn't dare to touch Su Ning with his cold hands, but just sat on the footrest obediently. He was already tall, and this pestle blocked the way out of the entire carved bed.

"I want to see you!"

Sure enough, he is a young man with hot blood. Today's Su Ning can't understand this kind of youthful impulsiveness at all. She just blinked hard, trying to wake herself up, but the stove made him drowsy, and she was very reluctant to wake up. Come.

"Sleep when you're tired!"

"What about you?"

"I'll leave as soon as I stay! I won't disturb other people!"

Su Ning really fell asleep with peace of mind.

When he woke up the next day, his cotton boots were soaked in wet snow.

Xiao Qi took those boots and looked at them again and again, and even sniffed them disgustingly, and finally asked suspiciously: "Young Master San, urgent to urinate, you call me, the chamber pot is right next to you!"

How lazy is his young master!Cai Xiaoqi had an expression of "children can't be taught".

Su Ning: ...

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☆, Chapter [-]

On the second night, Su Ning didn't sleep well.

He was confused yesterday, and he didn't have time to say some things. If Zhao Jingzhi comes again today, he also wants to explain it to him.

In this life, he didn't want to live up to his father's expectations.Zhao Jingzhi and him, just like Zhang Ji and his brother, have a bleak future. Unless they can peel off the shell of the Su family, otherwise, it is impossible for them to be together.

He has made his father sad and worried for these years, and in this life, he just wants to be with his father and the Su family well.He wants to live a peaceful and normal life.

Su Ning tossed and turned, and found it difficult to sleep peacefully. Until the middle of the night, when Xiao Qi, who was accompanying her outside, snored heavily, Su Ning was still not sleepy.

There were rustling snowflakes falling outside the window, Su Ning lay on the bed and listened quietly, finally let him hear a little strange noise.Su Ning straightened her clothes and was about to get up, when a gust of cold wind blew through the room, and a figure floated over.

A small stub of candle left to prevent him from getting up at night flickered, casting a ray of human figure on the green gauze curtain.

"General Zhao, wait a moment." Su Ning hurriedly put on her clothes, and began to stuff his cotton boots.

It was really cold this day, and he couldn't help shaking when he got out of bed.

"General Zhao?" A cold voice suddenly came from above his head.

Su Ning was so startled that she almost broke out in a cold sweat. She raised her head, how could he admit his mistake with that face——Chu Ci.

Chu Ci leaned over to look at Su Ning, who looked terrified, and the smile on the corner of his mouth became colder, "But Zhao Jingzhi?" He didn't come to Su's residence, but it didn't mean that he didn't know who was in and out of Su's family.But he never imagined that the "raid" in the middle of the night would be mistaken for someone else.

Su Ning took a breath, "Why did Your Highness come?" This is not the time for Chu Ci to hang out at the minister's house!

Chu Ci's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, he picked him up, and asked Su Ning's eyes again, "But Zhao Jingzhi?"

It would be a lie to say that you don't panic.This guy's expression seemed to tear him apart.More importantly, Su Ning was worried that Chu Ci would be unfavorable to Zhao Jingzhi.That is the pillar of the country, and it must not be abolished because of these unnecessary things.

"Why don't you talk?" Chu Ci became angry when he saw Su Ning's eyes rolling around, which was always a sign of the little guy wandering around.When did this crooked idea apply to himself?

"Late night tryst? Hmph! Fortunately, it's General Habayashi Mamoru!"

"It's not what you think!" Su Ning interrupted his wild thoughts.

"What should it be like? This king has plenty of time, so take your time!" Chu Ci sat down on the edge of the bed very proudly, with a strong horse and golden sword, full of evil spirits.

Su Ning glanced at Cai Xiaoqi, who was still snoring outside—is this how this guy keeps vigil?It's a dead pig!

Chu Ci also glanced at his eyeballs, "If you think he is an eyesore, will this king solve him for you?"

These words were already full of threats.

Su Ning sighed, and fixedly looked at Chu Ci, "Your Highness, why bother! General Zhao and I are just friends! General Zhao is very busy with Shengjia recently, and we made an appointment to enjoy wintersweet flowers together. That's all!"

Chu Ci squinted his eyes, "Awarding winter plums in the middle of the night?" Obviously he didn't believe it at all!

Su Ning forced herself to remain calm, "Then what do you think we are meeting for?"

This question can be regarded as asking Chu Ci's heart.Nima, what else can you do in the middle of the night?

Chu Ci stared at Su Ning fiercely, and sized him up from head to toe several times. The little bastard was getting more and more cute, and his eyebrows and eyes seemed to be seductive.He had seen many Dazheng beauties in the palace, but he still couldn't bear those eyes.Then one of Zhao Jing's martial arts masters would have such good concentration!Ghosts believe it!

Su Ning knew what dirty things this guy was thinking, and he said very calmly: "If it's what you think, shouldn't I take off my clothes and wait for him? Instead of putting on clothes..."

Su Ning spoke so bluntly that even Chu Ci's heart stopped for a beat.No matter what happened in the late-night meeting, at least, when he entered the room, Su Ning was indeed in a hurry to get dressed.

Chu Ci sized up Su Ning again, stood up suddenly and said, "Where are the wintersweet flowers?"

Su Ning looked up at the noble head, took a breath, wrapped her cloak, and led the way.

Chu Ci swaggered behind Su Ning with his hands behind his back, completely treating Su's house as his back garden.

Literati have always loved plum, orchid, bamboo and chrysanthemum, and Su Zheyu is no exception.In winter, the rich fragrance of wintersweet can be smelled everywhere in Su's house.

Even Chu Ci was shocked, "There are so many wintersweet flowers!"

The snow reflected the earth, brighter than the usual full moon.In the evening, the wind stopped, but the snow was still floating one after another. The empty plum garden had a clear and mellow fragrance, which made people drunk.

Su Ning didn't speak a word along the way, she just led the way, and didn't even stop in her footsteps.

Chu Ci looked at the thin figure in front of him and coughed, "Is your body alright?"

"Ah."

"How can you be so useless, always getting kicked by horses!"

"..."

Chu Ci asked nonchalantly, but Su Ning didn't bother to answer. The master finally couldn't bear it anymore, and pulled him into his arms, "Is it interesting to have such a relationship with me?"

Su Ning tried her best to get rid of his embrace, and only said: "Your Highness, why did you say that! Soon Your Highness will become Su Ning's rightful brother-in-law! We are a family, how can we be divided!"

There is irony in this statement.Chu Ci unconsciously let go.

Brother-in-law?

This word was so far away as if in a dream, he didn't even think about what his real relationship with Su Ning was.

Brother-in-law?brother in law?

Chu Ci was stunned.

"Everything Your Highness does is for my sister. Su Ning also did everything that should be done with due diligence. In the future, if Your Highness is willing, Su Ning will call you brother-in-law!"

These words were ruthless and unfeeling, which disturbed Chu Ci's heart.

"Woooo..."

Su Ning: ...

Chu Ci: ...

"Woooo..."

On a windless night, this sound sounds very strange!

"...Well, you let go!"

Su Ning's heart skipped a beat.If it wasn't his brother's voice, who else could it be?

And the "Ji" is none other than Zhang Ji!

Su Ning grabbed Chu Ci almost preconditionally, and dragged him outside.Chu Ci was so surprised by the sudden "enthusiasm" that he forgot to respond for a moment.

Su Ning thought wholeheartedly, she must not let this bastard see it!I can't even listen!

It took Chu Ci a long time to come back to his senses. Feeling the strength of Su Ning's men, the corners of his mouth curled up uncontrollably, but his smile was cold. "Is the Su residence very lively at night?" The Habayashi guards are not enough, and a wall-climbing expert from the cavalry battalion is also here!

Su Ning lowered her head and pushed him hard, "I don't understand what Your Highness means!"

"Still pretending to be garlic!" Chu Ci subconsciously supported Su Ning's shoulders, and looked down at him by virtue of the height difference.

"Let me ask you, do you and Zhao Jingzhi look at plum blossoms in the same way?" He should have thought a long time ago, in the middle of the night, how could he not shoot his gun and go off!

Su Ning froze, what, what is this bastard talking about?

"Still pretending to be stupid!" Chu Ci was furious!Damn, it's not fun to be in the room, do you have to have fun in this icy and snowy place?

Chu Ci pushed Su Ning to the moon gate, supported his head, and bit down on it.

Su Ning felt a sweet smell of blood rushing between her lips and teeth, but she didn't even have the ability to push him away.At that moment he was a little messy.He has been with Chu Ci for many years, and this bastard has never kissed himself seriously.But this time, it was rough and punishing, but somehow he could feel that Chu Ci's heartbeat was in sync with his own...

This feeling was very strange, Su Ning froze on the spot, forgetting even the last resistance.

But Chu Ci, who didn't get any response, let go of his lips annoyedly, seeing the deep red smeared on his jade-like skin like a red plum, the anger in his heart grew even stronger.

"You have been mine for a long time! If you marry a wife and have children, that's fine, but if you dare to get involved with other men, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Su Ning raised her head suddenly, even if it was a discarded rag, this person is not allowed to be picked up and used again, is this the position he gave him?

"Don't worry, Your Highness. In this life, I, Su Ning, will never have any relationship with any man!" Including you!

After all, he left without looking back.

Chu Ci's heart suddenly constricted at this moment, and the blood in his body that was still boiling just now was frozen in an instant.It's so cold this winter!

From that day on, in the name of protecting the future princess, Prince Duan's Mansion actually sent ten guards to live in the shabby Su Mansion.

Of course Su Zheyu was not happy, but he was the prince, so he couldn't argue.And the other party's reason is very weird, saying that thieves are rampant recently, and someone saw someone sneaking into Su's mansion late at night...

Su Zheyu immediately thought of Zhao Jingzhi - no wonder that guy didn't come to the door recently, he dared to do the business of climbing over the wall late at night - his teeth were itching with hatred, and he agreed just like that.

Now, let alone one person, even if many flies come in, they will pass three levels and kill six generals.Su Ning clearly felt the sound of footsteps on the snow outside his room at night.

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☆、〇Chapter [-] (Revised)

On New Year's Eve, a state banquet was held in the palace, and it was the first time for the entire Su family to attend.The maid beside the queen even sent Su Xue a set of palace attire.

Su Xue will be 14 years old next year, which is the marriageable age for women in the Taisho Dynasty.The Queen's intention is very clear, that is to say, Su Xue, Princess Duan, will soon become a reality.

After the maid left, Su Ning cautiously slipped over to look at Su Xue.

This little girl doesn't like Chuci, but Zhang Ji, who she likes, has another love. The poor scholar who eloped with her in the previous life has never appeared.Cough cough, of course, at Su Xue's age, she is also a lady of great family, how can she get to know that scholar.

"Sister, why are you in a daze?"

Su Xue raised her head suddenly, her big eyes were covered with mist.After watching Su Ning for a while, she suddenly realized that there was someone in front of her, and she lowered her head suddenly.

Su Ning's little heart twitched, she sat beside her, and looked at the stack of palace clothes on the small table, the pink background, gold and silver threads outlined the glory and dignity of the royal family.

Su Ning took out her handkerchief, which was in Sai Suxue's hand.

"Am I really going to marry Prince Duan?" Su Xue's hands subconsciously squeezed the jade pendant that Zhang Ji gave her, and looked at her younger brother seriously.Su Ning used to like Chu Ci, but now, does he mind?

And Su Ning looked calm.Compared with Zhang Ji, Su Ning thinks that Su Xue would be happier marrying Chu Ci, at least Chu Ci really likes her.As for Zhang Ji, in his previous life, he died a tragic death, so Su Ning naturally didn't want Su Xue to be a widow at a young age.

Just at this time, Chu Ci came to the window by accident, and when he heard Su Xue's question, he also stayed for a while.Now, they are all growing up slowly, and next year, he will be able to successfully marry Su Xue, but his heart has become very delicate, and he can't tell whether it is happiness or sadness.

For a moment, he actually hoped that Su Ning could give Su Xue a negative answer.This at least shows that he still has a place in his heart, and that they are not over yet.

Chu Ci waited quietly, letting the snow wind soak into his clothes, holding his breath, not letting go of any word he would utter.

"King Duan has been spoiled by the queen mother since he was a child. His temper is a bit arrogant, which is understandable. But in terms of talent and martial arts, among the noble children, there are few who can stand shoulder to shoulder with him. What is rare is that he is devoted to his sister. The saying is not Say, 'Priceless treasures are easy to find, but lovers are hard to come by'?"

Su Xue's brows were still frowning.Although Chu Ci didn't come to Su's residence often because of avoiding suspicion, Su Xue's expenses were largely handled by Chu Ci himself.One of Su Ning's important tasks in the past was to accompany Chu Ci to personally select high-quality fabrics, hairpins and other supplies for Su Xue.May I ask, which royal child can do such a thing for a woman?Marriage has nothing to do with feelings, it's just the "mission" that has been kidnapped on her these years.

Chu Ci under the window didn't know that Su Ning would evaluate herself like this in front of Su Xue, and her heart was mixed for a while, and she didn't notice the little girl who came over with the brazier.

When the little girl saw King Duan, she immediately knelt down. This is her future master, so she must not be rude.

The two people in the room heard the voice from outside, Su Ning shook Su Xue's hand, and said softly: "Sister, don't think about it, the boat will be straight when it reaches the bridge." After that, she pulled people up and went outside to meet Duan Wang.

Duan Wang looked at Su Ning and Su Xue who came out hand in hand.Although they were born of the same fetus, the appearance of these two people is becoming more and more different.Su Xue's girlish face still carried the pure beauty of her childhood.As for Su Ning, she was much colder, and her slanted eyebrows were even more cold.I don't know when it started, even Chu Ci can't understand his emotions anymore.

Chu Ci stretched out his hand to help the two of them up, and moved his eyes smoothly from Su Ning's body to Su Xue's body, and said in a warm voice, "I'm here to pick you up into the palace!"

"...The concubine changes clothes immediately!"

Chu Ci patted her hand gently, trying to appease her panic.Which girl is not flustered before she gets married.

From the point of view of a brother-in-law, Chuci actually did a pretty good job.His every move seems to be able to soothe Su Xue's restless heart.For a moment, Su Ning even felt that this might be the way things should go.

"What are you thinking? Brother-in-law!"

This sudden call made Su Ning almost unable to react.

He looked at Chu Ci indifferently.The corners of Chu Ci's mouth retreated from the gentleness just now, and changed into a mocking expression, with two completely different breaths.

Su Ning's heart twitched slightly, this person has never been gentle to herself, what else can he expect?

Su Ning withdrew her thoughts, "I'm just thinking that if my sister gets married to His Highness soon, maybe everyone can feel at ease!"

"You mean to give up..." Chu Ci looked at Su Ning unkindly.

Yes, give up!Completely give up!Jump out of this cage completely!At that time, Chu Ci was his real brother-in-law, and with their relationship, those unbearable events in the past will be forever sealed in dust.

One day, Chu Ci will follow the path of his previous life and sit on the throne, and he, Su Ning, is no more than a servant of the Highness. Perhaps, he will also choose to be a commoner.If Chu Ci is generous enough, maybe he will be given a few acres of Susukida, so that he can finally live a peaceful life for a few days...

"It doesn't matter whether you feel at ease or give up, this is the most suitable way, isn't it?"

Chu Ci fixedly looked at Su Ning's face, trying to see what was true and what was false.Su Ning let him see without any concealment, there was no impurity in her eyes.

It wasn't until they heard Su Xue's voice that they both opened their eyes at the same time.

Su Ning raised her eyes and looked over, Su Xue was dressed in palace attire, the pink color set off her pink face, and the complicated accessories adorned a childish girl with a dignified and noble look.

"It's so beautiful!" Su Ning praised, her eyebrows and eyes curled up.

Su Xue looked at Chu Ci shyly.Chu Ci's smile suddenly became tender, as if a flower had blossomed in his heart, he reached out to Su Xue.

Su Xue put her hand on his forearm, and followed this man to the next stage of her life.

Su Ning stood at the door, watching the backs of the pair of Bi people walking away slowly, the sudden sourness in her heart suddenly burst like an unstoppable flood.

The salty taste soaked into the corner of his mouth, Su Ning resolutely turned his head and left, this is the path he chose in this life.

At Shen Shi, Su Qi brought his younger brother into the palace in a carriage.

This was their first official entry into the palace, and only they knew what it meant—that is, their status as royal relatives was about to be finalized.

But none of the brothers saw a smile on their faces.

Su Qi held Su Ning's hand, rubbed it, and reprimanded: "It's so cold, I don't even have a hand stove!"

Su Ning felt the warmth on the back of her hand, and smiled, "I'm not a daughter's family, why do I need a hand stove next to me?"

Su Qi held Su Ning's hand and didn't want to let go. Perhaps others could not see the abnormality on this peaceful face, but he could always see his loss and melancholy from the inadvertent daze.

A relationship, from seven years old to 13 years old, from ignorance and ignorance, simple attachment and longing, to unforgettable, full of pain and torture.The six years were an indispensable part of Su Ning's young life.As an elder brother, he only wants him to grow up quickly, to experience more, to sharpen more, so that those who were once young can disappear like a passing cloud.

"Brother, when the snow melts, I want to go outside and take a look." When the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, let everything start again.He, Su Ning, also needs to be reborn, doesn't he?

Su Qi was slightly taken aback, but soon he patted Su Ning's hand and said: "Of course, but you have to wait until my spring test is over, and then I will go with you!"

"Brother also wants to leave Beijing?"

"Reading thousands of books is not as good as traveling thousands of miles! But these few months, you can take care of your body and practice your fists. Going out is no better than staying at home. You may encounter any danger."

Su Ning smiled, at least he had been on the battlefield in his last life, and he was worried that his brother would be beaten!

The two brothers went to the imperial city together. After getting off the car, there was still a long way to go on foot.In the distance, a general in white armor rode over.

In this imperial city, only Habayashi Wei, who is dedicated to the safety of the emperor, has this power.

Facing the wind, the two brothers watched Zhao Jingzhi jump off his horse.Without saying a word, Zhao Jingzhi directly put a hand stove plug into Su Ning's arms.

"Brother, can I have a few words with General Zhao alone?"

Su Qi is such a smart person, there is no reason why he can't see it.He just hoped that his younger brother would not jump from one fire pit to another.

Zhao Jingzhi's cheeks were slightly red, and he looked at Su Ning with burning eyes.

Su Ning looked at him with longing, and suddenly didn't know where to start.

Zhao Jingzhi tightened the reins, "What does the third son want to say to me?" The anticipation burst out of his heart.

"Can General Zhao marry into the Su family?"

marry?Undoubtedly, these words hit Zhao Jingzhi's chaotic heart directly.

Zhao Jingzhi never thought about this.But the real question is, for the sake of Su Ning, can he let go of the Zhao family, the Habayashi Guard, and his loyalty to serve the country?

"Perhaps, what General Zhao thought at first was that Su Ning could join the Zhao family, right?"

Zhao Jingzhi's face gradually turned pale.Since he couldn't give up his home country, how could he have the right to ask Su Ning to give up everything for him!

"Even if I am willing to give up everything, in a family of generals like the Zhao family, I, Su Ning, am just an insignificant male favorite of yours, General Zhao..."

"No! It won't be like this!" Zhao Jingzhi became excited when he heard the word "male favorite". It was too late for him to respect and love him, how could he be placed in such a humble position!But the fact is that none of them can refute it.

Su Ning put the hand stove back into Zhao Jingzhi's hands, without any emotion, "You are a hero who is loyal to the country, Su Ning can't drag you down! You and I, after the menstrual period, can be friends and ministers of the dynasty!"

"But you can't be a family member alone, can you?" Zhao Jingzhi was a little lost.

Looking at the 13-year-old Su Ning, he suddenly realized that this young man was deeper, farther and more practical than he thought!No wonder Su Ning is always deserted. From the very beginning, he knew that they had no ending.

Zhao Jingzhi smiled wryly, "I've been thinking, I've been waiting for you to grow up, but I didn't expect that it was me who didn't grow up..." With this smile, even the eye sockets turned red.

Su Ning turned her head away.How could he bear the tears of an iron-blooded man, in two lives, this is the first person who is willing to cry for him!Once, he wanted to exchange his death for a man's tears, but he failed in the end.Now, the general made it so easy for him to see that he was worth something.

"It's not worth it! I, Su Ning, have never had any place worth the general's nostalgia!"

Su Ning couldn't see Zhao Jingzhi's face, and Zhao Jingzhi couldn't see Su Ning's expression clearly.

"Can I give you a hug?"

Su Ning looked back suddenly, Zhao Jingzhi's red eyes had already been choked back by him, and now his expression became extremely firm and even more touching.

Su Ning didn't react in a daze, but Zhao Jingzhi's temperature had already passed. The warm embrace, firm and generous, seemed to heal all the wounds in his heart.

"Wait for me! I will find a way!" Zhao Jingzhi sighed softly in his ear.There is nothing in this world that cannot be changed, it depends on whether you are strong enough!

These words made Su Ning's heart skip a beat, as if rain had suddenly fallen on his dry heart, which naturally soaked and nourished him, making him feel an unreal heartbeat.

Suddenly the cold wind turned, and Su Ning was pulled out by one hand.

Before Su Ning could get over it, she saw a fist hit Zhao Jingzhi's face firmly, knocking the iron-blooded general to the ground.

Only then did Zhao Jingzhi realize who it was.

"King Duan?"

Chu Ci dragged Su Ning behind him, stared at Zhao Jingzhi coldly, "Zhao Jingzhi, don't forget your identity!"

After Zhao Jingzhi heard this, he concealed his initial shock and calmed down, "His Royal Highness, I hope you will always remember your identity!"

The two men stood facing each other in the cold wind, but neither of them planned to back down a step first.

However, Su Ning deeply understood that even if Chu Ci did not want him, he would not be free to find someone else.He had no intention of bringing such troubles to a promising general.

Su Ning resolutely left, facing the icy cold wind alone.

At that moment, he really didn't understand the meaning of his rebirth.He originally thought that he would be satisfied for his family, his father, his brothers and sisters, but the restlessness in his heart made him unable to live a down-to-earth life.

Certain desires that are rooted deep in the blood cannot be completely blocked, just a little bit.He is still eager to find a piece of warmth that belongs to him alone, at least allowing him to keep out the cold with peace of mind in winter.

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☆、〇[-] chapters

This upcoming year is destined to be eventful.

On New Year's Eve, Emperor Dazheng announced to the ministers that the third prince, Chu Ci, would marry Su Zheyu, a Hanlin scholar, and give birth to his daughter Su Xue next year.This news is not a secret. A few years ago, Chu Ci announced that he would marry Su Xue as his concubine, so all the ministers just toasted with smiles to show their congratulations.

Along with this, Su Zheyu's official position has also been promoted-Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites, with the title of third rank.Although the Ministry of Rites is in charge of miscellaneous matters such as sacrifices and rituals, it is an indispensable part of the six departments.This is where civil servants who like to play with words can show their talents and even their political ambitions.

Zeng Gaoyuan, the former Minister of Rites, was the favorite student of Prime Minister Lu Zhizhang.Now he was transferred to the Ministry of War and took the post of assistant minister, a fourth-rank official. It seemed that his official position was low, but in the Ministry of War, his real power was even greater.

And the most important point is that the Ministry of War has always been the domain of the second prince's cousin, the Zhen family. Now he is transferred to the prime minister, and the prime minister is the eldest prince's father-in-law. This is like a chess piece of the first prince. In the camp of the second prince.

While congratulating His Highness and ministers, they broke out in cold sweat.This is the rhythm of the sky!

Sure enough, after a few glasses of wine, Emperor Dazheng announced another news-Li Chu.

This is not the court hall, but when everyone heard this, they immediately stood up and stood respectfully and solemnly in the hall.

Dazheng Emperor Chu Hanben just glanced at the civil and military officials with vain eyes, "Today is a state banquet, all my dear ones, if there is a memorial, we will discuss it in the next day!"

Everyone sat down obediently again, and no one dared to say a word.

Although Su Ning and Su Qi sat at the back of the last seat, they could clearly see the thoughts of the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty.

The battle for the throne has already been put on the agenda.

The eldest prince and the second prince have planned for many years, and there are countless followers on the Internet, it is impossible for the Holy One not to know.But for so many years, he has let it go, and even blindly defended his shortcomings when the admonisher Shangben was impeached.Mingli secretly gave people the illusion of "fair competition for the throne".

Little did they know that the three great powers standing behind the two princes were exactly the root of the disaster that Emperor Dazheng wanted to get rid of in one go.

The so-called three big clans are the important ministers of the country at the beginning of the Taisho Dynasty.

During the two hundred years of the Taisho Dynasty, the kings of all dynasties have intentionally or unintentionally tried to weaken the strength of these three great clans. However, in order to fight for the throne, they have also intentionally or unintentionally used these powers, and at the same time encouraged their ethos.

Just like these two princes.

The eldest prince, Chu Ze, married his wife, the Lu family, and successfully boarded the big ship of the Lu family.When the Lu family seized the throne in Chu Hanben, they contributed a lot, so all three generations were prime ministers.Those who know a little bit even suspect that when Chu Hanben ascended the throne that day, the condition given to the Lu family was to be the Prime Minister of all dynasties.

Obviously, the eldest prince leaned his head against a big tree to enjoy the shade.I want to go back to Chu Hanben's old path.But today, the emperor placed Lu Zhizhang's favorite student into the territory of the Zhen clan. In the court hall, many people who were used to checking their eyes and looks must think that this was the emperor's intention to support the eldest prince.

As for the second prince, Chu Xun.His shrewdness is not comparable to that of the eldest prince.

His status as mother and concubine is not low, but she is the first daughter of the Zhen family.Even in the harem now, he is second only to the master of the sixth house of the queen's assistant.

As for the third prince, Chu Ci, his mother also came from the Liu family. Even though his mother and concubine were long gone, the Empress Dowager Liu was his strong backing.The bad thing is that this King Duan has no interest in government affairs.This gave Chu Xun an opportunity.

They were about the same age, went to school together in Nanshufang, had the same teacher, and received the same education.Chu Ci is absurd and uninhibited, and Chu Xun often protects him and indulges him. Naturally, Mrs. Liu sees this.Therefore, Chu Xun had the opportunity to marry Liu's daughter as his concubine.After one person, there are two powerful assistants.No wonder, even the Emperor Dazheng couldn't help but want to make a move for the eldest prince who only had a powerful family as his backing.

Su Qi drank heavily, Su Ning just opened her eyes and watched Baiguan sing.Suddenly, a line of sight stuck to him.

As soon as Su Ning turned her eyes away, she saw Feng Meng walking over with a wine glass.

Before Su Ning moved, Su Qi had already grabbed Su Ning and held him down, but he picked up the wine glass and walked to the table, standing in front of Su Ning.

Feng Meng's brows twitched imperceptibly, and the smile on his face did not change. He raised his glass and said, "The last time Mr. Su was injured, I just came to say hello."

The smile on Su Qi's face was like a spring breeze, he had never been so harmonious before, and he said lightly: "Thank you for the note, Shizi Feng. My younger brother is still weak and not suitable for drinking, so how about I drink for my brother?"

Feng Meng's smile is clear, and no one can see his secret calculations.The two really had a drink in public.

As soon as he drank the cup, several descendants from aristocratic families followed one after another, among them were Prince Jing and Prince Duan's confidantes.He actually used the excuse of celebrating the second Miss of the Su family's upcoming concubine Duan and Xueshi Su's ascension to Minister of the Ministry of Rites as an excuse to drink so much that Su Qi was dizzy.

Zhang Ji, who was in the camp of generals, couldn't stand it anymore, so he came directly to stop the drink.

Su Ning cast a cold glance at Chu Ci in the distance, then raised her eyes again, and Feng Meng looked at him with a half-smile.Now it's singing and dancing time, it's normal for the ministers to toast each other, and these juniors are also at the last table, so people don't pay much attention to it.

Feng Meng didn't say hello, and gave Su Ningman the flagon he had just picked up.