As the third prince of the Great Xia Kingdom, how could Helian Chang be in the state? How could he be so close to the palace master of the Asakage Palace? What is the origin of this Chaoying Palace? Are you friend or foe with me?

Qiyun pondered these questions repeatedly in her heart, and the strings in her hands were also absent-minded.

"What is Sister Yun thinking? I played the piano incorrectly several times, and I could hear even Cher. Yin Xue on the side saw that something was wrong with Qiyun, and said a little teasingly.

Qiyun replied, "Oh, I was wondering if today is the Midyear Festival, should I buy some gold and silver clothes and paper to worship the ghosts and gods passing by." ”

"Midyear? What is the festival? Why do you want to buy gold and silver clothes and paper to sacrifice to ghosts and gods? I only know that the ancestors should be worshiped on the Qingming and winter solstice. "Yin Xue has been spoiled by her brother since she was a child, and she doesn't know the world.

Qiyun said: "The Zhongyuan Festival is related to Buddhist stories, and it is also known as the Yu Lan Festival on July 15 every year. People would prepare money and food to sacrifice to their ancestors so that they would not suffer in the underworld. Especially those ancestors are heroes in the world, and they should be made ghosts underground. In this way, you can be worthy of your ancestors. ”

Yin Xue hurriedly said: "Oh, today is the 15th day of July, we should also go to the ancestral hall to worship our father, these things were done by my brother in the past." However, my brother went out, so what should I do? ”

Qiyun patted her on the shoulder and comforted her: "It doesn't matter, you call the palace people incense paper money." Then, I will accompany you to the sacrifice of the ancestors. ”

"Sister Yun, you are so good to me." Yin Xue immediately called the people of the Human Palace to prepare the items she needed, and pulled her to the ancestral hall of the Shadow Palace.

While speaking, the ancestral hall of Chaoying Palace arrived, and in front of the hall was a relief stone carved railing, with a pair of stone lions on the stone steps and railings. Looking up at the top, a dragon and phoenix auspicious pattern on the wood carving forehead leaps into view, there are patterns such as carp jumping over the dragon gate, cuckoo singing plum and so on on the railing, the carving is exquisite, each pattern is different, people seem to be in the world of flowers and birds. The entrance of the ancestral hall is arched, with a tall gatehouse and stairs at both ends, which can reach the two-story attic, which is very spectacular.

The palace people led Yin Xue and Qiyun into the main hall, came to the spiritual seat of the ancestors of the Mo family, and prepared sacrifices for the two. When Yin Xue knelt down and kowtowed to the ancestors, Qiyun had the opportunity to look around. She saw clearly the three spiritual tablets placed on the desk, one of the spiritual tablets in the middle was impressively written, "The position of Grandfather Emperor Murong Chong", and the other two cards were written "The position of Mo Yi, the master of the Shadow Palace of the Father's Dynasty" and "The position of the mother Limingyue".

On the way back, Qiyun looked at Yin Xue several times, and stopped talking. Yin Xuehu asked suspiciously, "Sister, do you have anything to say?" ”

Qiyun pretended to be amazed and asked, "Yin Xue, your grandfather is obviously surnamed Murong, but when it comes to your father's generation, what is the surname Mo?" Also, your grandfather was actually the emperor? ”

Yin Xue replied: "My grandfather is Murong Chong, the Emperor of Western Yanwei, and he was the one who caused the collapse and defeat of the former Qin Emperor Fu Jian, who abandoned the city and fled. ”

Murong Chong, born in the royal family of Yan State, is the most beautiful man in the Sixteen Kingdoms. After his birth, he was named the King of Zhongshan, and was established as the Great Sima at the age of ten. Later, Qianyan was destroyed by Qianqin, and the royal family of the Murong clan was forced to move to Chang'an. Murong Chong was favored by Fu Jian, the former king of Qin, because of his peerless appearance, so he became Fu Jian's prostitute and was favored by Fu Jian along with his sister Princess Qinghe.

There is a song in Chang'an: "One female and one male, both fly into the Purple Palace." "The former Qin Dynasty was very prosperous for a while, and in order to unify the world, it went south to attack the Eastern Jin Dynasty. As a result, in the Battle of Weishui, the former Qin was defeated and fell apart. The northern Murong clan took the opportunity to raise troops against Qin, and Murong Chong, who was the Taishou of Pingyang at that time, also raised troops in Hedong, and later called the emperor in Afang, Chang'an, and was known as Xiyan in history.

Yin Xue then sighed: "When Chang'an Palace changed, my grandfather was killed by thieves. My great-grandfather's subordinates made my uncle Murong Yao emperor, but he was also killed in a coup d'état soon after. My father was the widow of my grandfather, and when my grandfather died, he was not yet born. At the time of the palace change, his mother's figure was not visible, and she was escorted by guards and fled from Chang'an. Later, after my father was born, he followed his mother's surname Mo and went incognito. ”

"I know the truth, your father's name is secret, and obtaining it means seclusion." When Qiyun heard this, he knew it in his heart.

Speaking of her father, Yin Xue was very proud, her expression was flying, "Yes, my father was a first-class beautiful man in Wei Guozhong back then. It is said that when the emperor of Wei was still the crown prince, he was exiled in the rivers and lakes. My father once saved him and helped him ascend the throne and become emperor. The emperor originally wanted to keep him as an official in the court, but my father was unwilling, so he led the court shadow palace and was free and easy. ”

At night, the full moon hangs in the sky, shining like a mirror. Qiyun stroked the lyre in his hand, making a loud noise, reminiscing about the words of the snow during the day. sighed, it turned out that Mo Chuan was actually the grandson of Murong Chong, and he actually had the legacy of his grandfather. No wonder when I looked at him for the first time, I thought that the iceberg Baifeng was worthy of him. His life experience and appearance are like this, so he is naturally proud of his talents.

Just thinking about it, I only heard a cold voice like broken jade behind me, "What a Lan Xinhui Zhuohua County Lord, Zhilu Dao starts with the ignorant Yin Xue. I can enter the ancestral hall of my Chaoying Palace and find out the secrets of my Mo family. ”

The person who came was Mo Chuan, Qiyun saw that his identity and thoughts were seen through by him, stood up and looked back at him, his face did not change, and said loudly: "Then Helian Chang, the third prince of the Xia Kingdom, wants my life at all times, and the palace master has a great relationship with him, so I naturally need to know your origin and the purpose of inviting me to come, so as to protect myself." What's more, with the palace master's magical powers, it is easy to prevent me from entering the Mo family ancestral hall. There are some things that the palace master wants me to know, but he doesn't tell me, let me check it myself. ”

Mo Chuan stepped forward and took a step towards her, still in an unattainable calm and elegant state, and asked, "Then how much do you know about the Tao?" ”

In the face of his compelling momentum, Qiyun's face was calm, his expression was scattered, and he replied unhurriedly: "I know that you are a descendant of the imperial family of Yan State and the grandson of Emperor Murong Chong. I also know that you made a deal with Helian Chang, and you helped him win the crown prince in exchange for what you wanted. ”

"How do you know that Helian Chang wants to take the crown prince?" Mo Chuan's expression changed, and his eyes were fierce and cold.

Qiyun calmly replied: "Since ancient times, there are few princes who do not want to become princes. What's more, Helian Chang is scheming and has great achievements, how can he live under others for a long time? Therefore, in his eyes, what is the most important thing is that it is worth him to put himself in danger and come to the territory of Great Wei. I can't think of anything else but the crown prince. ”

The cold light in Mo Chuan's eyes faded, and his face became solemn, "The county lord is really smart and understands the world and people's hearts. I have been dating Helian Chang for three years, I helped him get the crown prince, and I borrowed from him the invincible elite horse of the Xia Kingdom. However, the day I borrow troops will be the time when his Xia Kingdom will fall. ”

Qiyun was a little surprised and asked, "Why is this?" ”

He avoided answering Qiyun's question, and just persuaded her: "This question, the county lord doesn't need to delve into it." You were lucky enough to escape from the clutches of the Xia Kingdom, and you must have seen those 10,000 skeletons in Chang'an City, and you will definitely oppose their tyranny. So, I think you and I have the same desire. If the county lord agrees to cooperate with me in the Shadow Palace, I will pass on your lifelong mastery of Langming Tianwu, how about it? No matter which Prince Helian you see in the future, you don't need to panic. Thinking of Qiyun seeing Helian Chang fleeing in embarrassment, Mo Chuan's cold face showed a smile.

Qiyun hesitated: "This ...... The palace master allowed me to think about it for a few days. ”

"Okay, this palace won't force the county lord. However, don't forget Helian Chang, county lord, he is always thinking about your life. He won't wait for you, I hope the county lord will take care. Mo Chuan admonished her, quit her, and left.