"No, this is still not explained, who got rid of that child, I heard that Concubine Liu didn't even know about herself in advance." Shen Qingwan didn't get an answer, so he got to the bottom of it.

Duan Yuyuan bit his ears in a low voice: "Many people, not one person, including Concubine Liang, but some people are hidden, and some people are very white, and they all escaped because of Princess Jingyi." ”

In the end, none of them were caught, and the time was chosen too well, because the emperor had no time to scruple at the moment.

Shen Qingwan still didn't understand and shook her head: "How can so many people know about things that even Concubine Liu herself doesn't know?" ”

"Naturally, it's a good thing for the henchmen to do, Ju'er found out that Concubine Liu was pregnant, sold the news to many people, and got a lot of silver." Duan Yuyuan sighed: "It's a pity that I haven't had time to spend yet." ”

Shen Qingwan's eyes widened: "This palace maid's guts are too fat." "Such a betrayal, in the final analysis, it is still Concubine Liu's own majesty.

"Actually, if it weren't for Jingyi's intervention, she would have been fine, and if she dared to do this, she would naturally have thought of a way back." Duan Yuyuan shook his head: "It's a little bit unlucky!" ”

"I want to say that Skynet is magnificent and not leaky!" Shen Qingwan laughed when she said this.

The harem is probably the place where the law is most defied!

Shen Qingwan and Duan Yuyuan often talk regardless of the occasion, obviously there are many people around, but they always say some important things.

For example, I dare to talk about this kind of topic on this street.

However, both of them are learning martial arts, so naturally there is a way to avoid it.

Moreover, they all tacitly feel that the most dangerous place is the safest place, and it is precisely because others can't think of it that it will be more confidential.

Therefore, every time the two of them talked about something important in a crowded place, no one said that they shouldn't be, or they didn't think of this stubble at all, but the secret guard who followed the two of them was very nervous and eager, for fear that someone would eavesdrop.

How can this be so easy?

As a result, Shen Qingwan and Duan Yuyuan chatted happily, but the people in the shadows were worried.

But fortunately, the street is really lively, and countless lanterns converge into a sea of flowers, like a sea all over the capital, even in the daytime, it is like a hundred flowers in full bloom, adding some vitality and beauty to the cold day.

There are lanterns, there are lantern riddles, many exquisite and peculiar lanterns are not money can be bought, but also have to solve the riddles first, before you are eligible to buy.

Shen Qingwan was quickly attracted by all kinds of lanterns, and no longer talked about those heart-pounding topics.

"Which do you want?" Duan Yuyuan was dragged all the way, but he didn't see Shen Qingwan make a move, and he just paused to watch every time.

"I don't have any particular ideas yet." Shen Qingwan was in a good mood: "Let's take a look first." ”

Duan Yuyuan looked at Shen Qing from a distance, his eyes were dizzying, his eyes changed, and he asked casually: "On a lively day like today, many people will come out to play, more than once a year, there are several festivals with lanterns, you seem to be ...... Not familiar? ”

Duan Yuyuan pondered the words, he didn't know much about Shen Qingwan's childhood.

Shen Qingwan chuckled: "It's not familiar, my mother only took me to see it once, and other people who had the opportunity to go out secretly went to the Gu family, or met the people of the Gu family, so there was not enough time, so naturally there was no chance to come to the street." ”

"And the only time I went back late, I happened to pass by, and I didn't look at it carefully."

Duan Yuyuan was suffocated, although Shen Qingwan's childhood was not dangerous, it was not necessarily easy, I heard Mama Ye say that Shen Qingwan spent all kinds of studies when she was a child, and used a shorter time to learn all the things before others got married.

Although it is a kind of forced cramming education, it will not be a pleasant memory for children.

With a pain in his heart, Duan Yuyuan remembered that Shen Qingwan had never been to the famous places around the capital, and now he hadn't even seen the lanterns properly, which shows how hard it was before.

Duan Yuyuan felt a little magical, staying at home, not having enough experience, how did he cultivate Shen Qingwan's outstanding vision?

Is it really a talent?

Duan Yuyuan took Shen Qingwan's hand: "The time is very early, the most beautiful time for the lanterns is at night, don't look at the flowers, watch slowly, it's best to pick a favorite one and wait for the evening to light up." ”

Shen Qingwan glanced at Duan Yuyuan, smiled and didn't speak again.

The two of them were eating, drinking, and merry-making as they approached the river.

There are four lakes in the southeast, northwest and northwest of the capital, as well as rivers.

As for the lake, the lakes in the east and south are rarely approached by ordinary people, and the two lakes in the northwest are occupied by people with petty bourgeoisie at this time.

"This river is usually connected to the moat, which means that it is also connected to the Daze River, and the territory is relatively long, and there are not afraid of many people. This kind of thing is definitely the most lively, and at the same time, there are some people who race lanterns, which will be even better when the time comes. Duan Yuyuan explained for Shen Qingwan.

Shen Qingwan raised her eyebrows: "Usually? Is it possible to intercept the flow in wartime? ”

Connected, naturally, has a certain strategic significance.

"Yes, the capital has been rebuilt by many dynasties, and it is perfect now, the moat cannot be dead, and the river in the city cannot be connected in wartime, otherwise, it will not be known if it is attacked unknowingly." Duan Yuyuan said slowly.

"You...... Ever thought about going to war? Shen Qingwan suddenly thought that in his previous life, when King Qin ascended the throne and died in the fourteenth body, Duan Yuyuan rarely knew the capital, but actually ran to the border city.

has fought a lot, although Duan Yuyuan is not undefeated, but he has still become Daze's guardian god of war.

And before King Qin ascended the throne, Daze would have two gods of war, of which there were fourteen.

That's right, it's the fourteenth prince who grew up holding a medicine jar and looks sick and weak.

King Jinxi is different from Duan Yuyuan, although he rarely leads troops into battle in person, he can serve as a military commander, give advice, and even deter the enemy from invading.

However, it is rumored that King Jinxi is too laborious, and his health is getting worse and worse, even to the point of coughing up blood every day.

King Qin had been tempting all the time and had never relaxed, and the news was like this, so he relaxed his vigilance a little.

As a result, he was deceived by King Jinxi, and before King Qin ascended the throne, he was almost pulled off the horse.

Now that I think about it, since King Jinxi is so exhausted, how could he not know about King Qin's temptation and surveillance? I'm afraid that the people around him are not only King Qin's wave, but they have also been deceived.

Duan Yuyuan looked at Shen Qingwan: "I don't lie to you, in my heart, a man should be on the battlefield, defend his family and the country, and open up the territory, instead of having the strength to go to his own family." ”

"It's not about making a contribution, but about expanding the territory?" Shen Qingwan keenly grasped the words: "In this way, the King of Chu is not a person who guards the city!" ”

Duan Yuyuan's eyes flashed with a gleam: "But at the same time, I'm not a person who will take the initiative to provoke a war. ”

It's different when others hit the door, it's not counted if you hit it back, it's too cheap for the enemy, and you have to charge a little interest by the way.

Shen Qingwan understood this subconscious meaning, and couldn't help nodding, it seemed to be Duan Yuyuan's style.

At this moment, Duan Yuyuan has not been on the battlefield yet, otherwise, this kind of thinking will only take shape.

"But what do you mean by that lantern?" Shen Qingwan was a little curious, and didn't seem to have heard much about it.

"Racing lanterns is a kind of fun for the Yi family to pay for prizes, and it has become a habit for many years." The corners of Duan Yuyuan's mouth hooked: "For those who want to participate, you can prepare a large flower boat lantern in advance, the style is not limited, and the size is not limited, but at least it can't be as small as the one we can hold in our hands, then it's meaningless." ”

Duan Yuyuan lifted the plum blossom lamp in his hand: "You have to go up to the size, like a boat, in order to talk about speed." ”

Shen Qingwan looked down at her orchid lantern, nodded and said, "Can anyone participate?" And then what? ”

"Anyone can do it, but such a big flower boat, the cost is not low, and the people of Pingming don't have any money left to play, unless they can guarantee the final prize, they will lose all their money, so those who need to participate will weigh it."

"Then there can be no one on the lantern boat, the owner needs to send someone to escort it, and use other methods to speed up the lantern boat, and the earliest to pass the key line is to win, and the top three will have prizes."

Duan Yuyuan smiled, thinking of the feeling of being in a hurry next to him, it was really unpleasant! How can there still be so many people who love to play?

For Duan Yuyuan, what needs to be mastered in hand is called a method.

Shen Qingwan bit her fingers: "Use other methods to speed up?" "What kind of chaos would that be?

"Yes, because of the wind speed and water flow, the starting point and the end point are the same every year, representing the same direction, and it may not be possible to meet the water flow in the same direction, so it needs to be accelerated by the method, if it is not done well, the direction is reversed, and the end point will be farther and farther away." Duan Yuyuan smiled, that kind of chaotic scene is called fun!

Shen Qingwan's eyes lit up, and she pulled Duan Yuyuan to walk a few steps quickly: "Then let's go and have a look, it feels very fun." ”

Duan Yuyuan was still pulled by Shen Qingwan and ran: "Don't worry, it hasn't started yet, that scene can make people feel what it means to be anxious, looking at the jumping feet, staring dryly......"

Shen Qingwan smiled, feeling very fresh.

As fresh as Shen Qingwan thinks, there are many people.

It is said that this kind of thing is only found in the capital.

The time and place are favorable, and there are few local tyrants in other places who are willing to spend a lot of money, whether it is a prize to give out a lively day, or a lantern boat for such a time.

So, even if you've seen it, you'll join in the fun.

Shen Qing came early, and there are already many people occupying positions here, and their popularity is quite high.

There is no such thing as a beach in the whole river in the city, but a bluestone road is built that is easy to walk, and the riverside is very neatly stacked with stone slabs, if it is not winter, you can get close to the water.

Now the water level of the river is the highest, and it is storing water in winter, waiting for spring ploughing and summer, and the river water will be released for irrigation, or other uses, when the water level is not so high, and it is not so comfortable.

Therefore, near the river, there are many small stalls, and there are many tea sheds with seats.

Shen Qing chose a position where you could still see the finish line and sat down: "It's amazing, there is such a lively thing, no wonder you said in the morning that it is better to swim in the lake than to swim in the river." ”

The finish line has been filled, and only those that are slightly farther away remain.

Fortunately, Shen Qingwan didn't mind, as long as she could see it.

"Yes, it's getting more and more lively, and the number of people participating is getting more and more year by year, speaking of which, the first place is a thousand taels of gold, and there will definitely be a first place every year." Duan Yuyuan sighed and sighed at the generosity of the Yi family.

"Ahem...... Shen Qingwan was choked as soon as he took a sip of hot tea: "10,000 taels of silver? ”

This first reward is really scary, if you can get the first place by luck, isn't it equivalent to getting rich overnight for some people?

No matter how you look at it, it's a windfall.

"Yes, a lantern boat, it is estimated that it will be very luxurious and scary to spend a hundred taels, if you win......" Duan Yuyuan paused.

"If you go to gold, you have to have a gambler's mentality, if you can't get the top three, won't you have nothing." Shen Qingwan sighed: "The Yi family is still so powerful, spending so much silver, it is regarded as propaganda." ”

"It won't cost that much." Duan Yu was far away, and looked at the other side of the river, which was still crowded, and there were more and more people: "More than 80% of the tea sheds on both sides of the strait are in the Yi family, and the remaining 20% are the competition of various merchants, and the one with the highest price wins." ”

"Didn't you notice that these tea sheds all have their own fixed positions, and the width is about the same? What's more, it's not just tea, there are other things to sell, some are expensive and some are cheap, and the income will not be low at the end of the day and night. ”

Shen Qing looked back and forth: "I see, the Yi family has contracted both sides of the strait in this section of the competition!" ”

"The Yi family is the biggest imperial businessman, as long as the price is good, the official family will not disagree." Duan Yuyuan took a sip of tea, a little surprised that he could still drink good tea here, of course, the price was also very good.

"The prize is out by itself, the maintenance is done by itself, everything is done by the Yi family, and the official family sits on a little rent for nothing, what else is there that you don't want to?" Shen Qingwan smiled: "Speaking of tea, what happened in the palace that day?" ”

On the day of Concubine Liu's miscarriage, although she proved her innocence, she couldn't intervene in the tea problem.

Duan Yuyuan understood: "My people are late, the tea has been processed, the utensils have been cleaned, and the action is unexpectedly fast, so except for the pot of tea between the two of us, there is no way to find out if there is a problem with other teas." ”

"As for our pot, I left a little bit on the handkerchief, but unfortunately when I took it to show Master, it had already evaporated and there was no trace of it."

Duan Yuyuan said a little dignified, judging from the medicine, he was really careful behind the scenes.

The tail is processed quickly, and the drug is still the kind that can't see the flaw when it volatilizes, Bai Ye said, generally this kind of medicine is very rare, and the value is very high.

Shen Qingwan also discovered this, and squinted her eyes: "Regarding the medicine, I know one thing, it seems to be a mixed drug, and if you take it for a long time, it will cause the human body to be weak, even if you die, you will die of illness." ”

It's not a timely killing, and it definitely won't use very strong medicine, moisturizing things silently is the right way, and it's not easy to find out.

Generally, the taste of strong medicine is difficult to deal with, and it is even more difficult to be silent.

Duan Yuyuan thought thoughtfully: "It's a pity, even if I drank this method before, I don't know who is behind the scenes?" ”

"Forget it, this medicine needs to be taken for a long time to be useful, and the next time behind the scenes, I will definitely make a move, dare to do this kind of thing in Fengqi Palace, except for Concubine Liang herself, the scene is even more terrifying, and the hand is stretched too long." Shen Qingwan chuckled: "Have you noticed that Concubine Liang's body is weak?" ”

Duan Yuyuan shook his head: "It looks very healthy, you say so, it's not my father, I saw that my father also drank a lot of tea that day, but I can't prove that the tea is clean?" ”

Shen Qing choked late, she didn't name it, she just left room for Duan Yuyuan, it was his father after all.

Who knew that Duan Yuyuan had broken it himself, and he also presented evidence, to put it bluntly, there were no clues.

"I can't say for sure, let's watch first!" Shen Qingwan spread his hands, his eyes were on the sparkling river, but he thought about it in his heart, if it was really the emperor who poisoned Concubine Liang, but it affected other people, it can only be said that this Concubine Liang did too sadly, worse than her.

Of course, sympathy is sympathy, the last time Concubine Liang sent someone to hunt down Duan Yuyuan, she had already said that it would not be good.

The sky slowly darkened, and the lanterns of the entire capital began to light up one after another, and soon in this historic capital, it was full of sparks.

Although the Shangyuan Festival has already begun spring, the temperature is not warm enough, and it was originally a place where the stars and the moon could not be seen, but unexpectedly there was a little faint starlight tonight.

At night, there are still bad sparks in the sky, that is, someone is putting Kong Ming lanterns, also called wishing lanterns.

"Kong Ming lantern? Speaking of which, the empress who told the story back then only said that Kong Ming's lantern came from a battlefield allusion, because the military division was so perverted that he was simply not human, so he named it after it, but the fictional characters are fictional in the end, and there has never been a person named Zhuge Kongming in history. Duan Yuyuan looked up and sighed a little.

It's a pity that such an amazing character is fictional, and as a general, I'm afraid I'm looking forward to such a military advisor!

Shen Qingwan also looked up and didn't light the lantern in her hand: "Empress Hua can tell a lot of stories, some men like it, some women like it, the old people and children, all of them are all educational, it's really amazing." ”

"The policy of governing the country is also powerful, hundreds of years have passed, and no emperor has been able to do her to the same extent, especially some of the ideas and policies that have been used to this day are all original to her." Duan Yuyuan also had a hint of admiration in his eyes.

Although many male emperors are disdainful of the empress, no one can deny that Empress Hua's unparalleled talent is unprecedented, at least until now.

"The title is also quite different, others are what Ming, True, Zong and the like, she is just a Chinese character." Shen Qingwan said that he was a little admired.

This is the one who is the most ruthless in abolishing books such as the female commandment.

Otherwise, the status of women would not have developed as high as it is today!

Moreover, before she died, she chose all her nicknames, a 'summer' word, and nothing else. Originally, this kind of thing was the new emperor's business, but she understood it better than anyone else. Duan Yu saw that Shen Qing understood it later, and couldn't help but say it and discuss it.

These are among the countless mysteries about Empress Hua.

Hundreds of years have passed, and many people only know that Empress Hua is very powerful, but few people know about it, not to mention that it is still a painful thing like a title, which has not been studied clearly back then, let alone now?

"Empress Hua likes to be simple and direct, is it possible that she thinks that those posthumous seals are actually very long and complicated?" Shen Qingwan chuckled, maybe there was no too complicated meaning at all, just missing something.

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