Qingling didn't expect that the talent who Hao Chang introduced to him as "worthy of deep friendship" was actually An Huaixin.

Afterwards, she pondered for a moment, and now she is willing to openly argue with Fang Shanlei, I'm afraid that only An's people are people, right?

An Huaixin was born in a large family, his words and deeds are decent and polite, and he has the unique shrewdness of a businessman. If Qing Ling had not been instructed by Luo Yao, it was very likely that An Gongzi would have thought that An Gongzi had a sincere curiosity about him, so he would keep asking questions so diligently.

An Huaixin said: "I don't know what Your Majesty thinks of Daze? The last time Prince Osawa came to Lingxiao City, I chatted with him a few times. Listening to his tone, he didn't seem to be hostile to Jiuqiu. ”

Qing Ling shook the silk fan, "Father's thoughts, how can I figure it out?" After all, I am just a daughter's family, and he rarely mentions it to me when it comes to government affairs. ”

An Huaixin asked again: "Then, what does Emperor Ji herself think of this matter?" ”

Qing Ling bent the corners of his mouth, thinking that you naturally want to turn your face against Chaoyan and Daze, and from then on, all the trade rights of the Eastern Continent will fall into the hands of your An clan.

"Well, I'm only interested in boudoir gossip or something. I heard that Daze is very likely to marry Chaoyan, so it is a good thing to become a family. ”

An Huaixin pondered for a moment, secretly analyzing Qing Ling's tone and speculating on her attitude.

At this time, An's young lady walked over, followed by Mu Chen.

Miss An Huaiyu, Qing Ling had known her in previous gatherings, and she was born with clear eyebrows, a weak temperament, and a very quiet temperament, which formed a strong contrast with her shrewd and eloquent brother.

Huaiyu saluted Qingling, turned to An Huaixin, and said softly, "Third brother, my mother just sent someone to take me home. Turning his head, he glanced at Mu Chen shyly, "Your Highness said, I should come to talk to you, and by the way, I will bid farewell to the emperor." ”

An Huaixin was chatting a little, but was interrupted by the girl with such a boring reason, and she couldn't wait to wave her hand: Since someone at home is coming to pick you up, you can go back by yourself, what do you say to me?

On the surface, he had to bow to Qing Ling and said: "My mother is very strict with my sister, if it weren't for the emperor's invitation this time, I'm afraid I won't even be able to get out." An first escorted the housemate out of the house, and then came back to talk to the emperor later. ”

Qing Ling also said a few polite words, called the servants, and led the An brothers and sisters out of the car and got into the car.

Mu Chen walked to Qing Ling's side, his deep eyes seemed to contain complex emotions, and he asked lightly, "What do you think of An's?" ”

Qing Ling was slightly stunned, looked at the backs of the An family brothers and sisters, and replied truthfully: "Not bad." My brother is shrewd, and my sister is willing to listen to you. You've made the right choice. ”

Mu Chen stared at Qing Ling, silent.

After a while, he looked away, "What did you talk to An Huaixin about just now?" ”

"Nothing."

Qing Ling lowered his eyes and straightened his sleeves, "I asked Brother Sanwang to introduce me to a few talented people in the capital who are worth dating, but I didn't expect him to bring An Huaixin." We had a few small talks. ”

Mu Chen tugged at the corners of his lips, but he couldn't see the slightest smile, "What's the matter, the eldest prince of Fang Shan is not talented?" ”

In the past, I had heard that Qingling and Fang Shanlei were close, and I had also witnessed the scene of the two being together on the night of the Centennial Day, but tonight in the midst of the lights and people, I saw the two laughing and circling side by side among the guests, as if they already had the posture of the male and female hosts, and there was naturally another mood in their chests......

Qing Ling's movements slowed down and slowly raised his head, "What do you mean?" ”

She looked at Mu Chen and saw that there seemed to be waves in his dark pupils, and her heart skipped a beat for no reason.

Mu Chen was silent again.

The two of them stood in the dimly lit place in the garden, and there were guests coming and going around from time to time, and many people had already begun to cast speculative and inquiring glances in the direction of Qing Ling and Mu Chen.

Qing Ling looked away and exhaled, "I still have something to do, Brother Wang, please take care of yourself." ”

After finishing speaking, he turned around and walked away quickly.

The mansion that Emperor Hao rewarded was very large, and Qing Ling re-modified the inner room for the convenience of the banquet guests, and allocated more area for the front hall and garden. Therefore, the courtyard is very close to the inner bed, and you enter the study through a corridor.

She walked faster and faster, almost running into the study.

But what I didn't expect was that the footsteps behind him kept following. Mu Chen actually followed.

Qing Ling closed the door and didn't close it, and was pushed open by Mu Chen's palm, and the person was also pinched by his arm, and his dark eyes wrung her.

Qing Ling broke free a few times, and even did not hesitate to use his divine power to resist, but he was helplessly restrained by Mu Chen.

Her chest heaved violently a few times, and she gritted her teeth and said angrily, "What do you want?" ”

Mu Chen's expression was uncertain, his breathing was heavy and disordered, as if he was trying his best to suppress his emotions.

There was a stalemate for a long time, and finally he slowly let go of his hand, and said slowly in a slightly hoarse voice: "I'm sorry, I'm out of control for a while." ”

He turned slightly to the side.

The night light outside the window reflected his side face, casting a faint brilliance, like a tree with bright branches.

After knowing each other for so long, Qing Ling also has some understanding of Mu Chen's character.

It seems to be cold and elegant, but in fact, it is forbearant and strong, whether it is love or hate, it is hidden very deeply, and once it is suppressed to the extreme, there is this accidental outbreak......

Qing Ling leaned against the wall, with endless questions in his heart, and said softly: "Aren't you most afraid of being seen having dealings with me on weekdays?" Today, what's going on? ”

Mu Chen's breathing calmed down, and his complexion gradually returned to his calmness, and he slowly turned to Qing Ling, "There is indeed something to tell you." ”

Qing Ling nodded, walked to the corner of the study, groped for the mechanism on the wall, opened the secret door, and led Mu Chen into a secret room.

The secret room is not large, and the enclosed space naturally gives people a sense of pressure. Qing Ling turned on the sea mussel lantern, and the soft silver light of the mussel beads immediately came out, stretching and projecting the figures of the two onto the smooth stone wall.

She tried to make the atmosphere more relaxed, so she introduced, "I have set up a simple formation outside the secret room, which can only be activated with my unicorn jade card. Although the design is simpler, it is safer than banning. I heard Master say that the Taiyi Saga formation in Fuyu Mountain is the most rigorous. If you have time someday, come and help me get one here, okay? ”

Mu Chen said, "Okay." ”

Qing Ling's fingers pressed on the clam lamp, and the streamer was slashed, "What do you want to tell me?" ”

Under the dim lamp, he looked at the letter, she read the jade slip, occasionally communicated with each other, raised the head and glanced at each other, Lang smiled and felt very satisfied......

She held her chin and spoke chirping, and he listened with a smile or made a cup of fragrant tea, and held it in her hand......

The inconspicuous courtyard in Guanwu Town, with earthen walls and wooden doors, and even the paint peeling off on the gate is not much left, it looks a little shabby and defeated, but it hides the most innocent and sweet memories in her life.

The two stared at the bright light, and both remembered the past, but neither of them had the courage to mention it.

Mu Chen was silent for a moment, and then slowly spoke: "The first thing is about Xun. He disobeyed the royal order by helping me escape from exile, so even if I return to the royal family now, it is inconvenient to take him with me. I thought about it and wanted him to be by your side and be your secret guard. You are in contact with more and more people now, and I am more relieved to have him with you. ”

Qing Ling nodded, "Okay." ”

"The second thing is that I want to ask you for help. As you may know, I recruited a group of people in the name of compiling the calendar. In fact, most of these people come from families who have been implicated in my crime of treason. I managed to hide my identity for them, but as time went on, sooner or later there would be a flaw. You are now friendly with Yu Shicheng's daughter, and you must maintain this friendship, which will definitely come in handy in the future. ”

Qing Ling's fingertips rubbing the lamp suddenly stopped, quickly raised his eyes, and stared at Mu Chen in disbelief, as if he wanted to ask something, but in the end he just nodded again, "Okay." ”

"The third thing," Mu Chen paused, "My father has already agreed to my relationship with the An family, and the edict will be officially issued in a few days." ”

Qing Ling was silent for a moment and smiled, "Congratulations." ”

Mu Chen's gaze drooped slightly, and his gaze was fixed on the slender fingers of Qing Ling touching the lamp.

Several times, I wanted to reach out and hold it, but I hesitated......

Qing Ling took a slight breath, trying to make his tone appear brisk, "It's rare that you are willing to take the initiative to talk to me about your plans now, and no longer deliberately hide anything from me." I actually...... I don't have any big hopes, but I just want to be like Chun Yuyan to help you achieve great things and get everything you want......"

That night, she stretched out her arms to hug him, her face pressed against his chest, "Mu Chen, shall we leave Donglu?" Those charges of yours will not be remembered by anyone in 10 million years! Those who have helped you, we can repay them in other ways! I don't want you to get involved in those dangerous things anymore...... I just want to be with you right now! ”

That night, he kissed her for the first time, first like a dragonfly, and then tossing and turning, the greed that he had never experienced, confused his soul.

That night, she was not his sister, but the girl he really loved.

The peach and plum are full of romance......

Mu Chen's hand finally covered Qing Ling's fingertips, and there was a deepest pathos in his voice, "Get everything you want?" ”

He smiled softly and bitterly, "I have never regretted acting in my life, even if I was forced into a desperate situation...... But I only regret that I didn't agree that day, and I left Donglu with you......"

Qing Ling's brain was like a lightning strike, and the blood all over his body was cold, entangled in panic and chaos.

She suddenly withdrew her hand, lowered her head and said in a trembling voice: "Mu Chen...... Don't say anything like that......"

Mu Chen stretched out his arm and pulled her into his arms, forcing her to raise her head and look at herself, "I just told the truth. Even if I don't say it, can't you guess? ”

In the soft light, his eyes were deep, and the misty reflection of the pain and sorrow that the two of them were so similar at the moment.

Qing Ling's emotions suddenly collapsed, and the sadness, anger, and despair that had been suppressed for a long time burst out, and tears flowed down, "But what is the point of you saying this now?" I've hated myself enough! I shouldn't have those thoughts, but I can't control my heart...... When I saw you being close to another woman, I was jealous...... I always wonder, do you still have me in your heart...... Even I feel inferior and disgusting! You are my own brother, even if we escape to the ends of the earth, we can't be together...... If you have mercy on me, don't say anything like that to me again......"

Mu Chen grabbed Qingling's slender waist with one hand, clasped the other hand behind her head, and pressed her fiercely towards him, his trembling lips almost fanatically pasted it, and kissed her tear-soaked lips.

Qing Ling's body shook, and then she struggled to push Mu Chen away, but Mu Chen didn't give her the slightest room to resist, and her arms tightened.

Soon there was a salty taste of tears between the lips and tongue, and the bitterness was suffocating.

Qing Ling heard a voice in his heart laughing wantonly, and the laughter was sharp and piercing.

You have done so many things and said those things that should not be said, just to hint at him your intentions, nothing more than to confirm that he still loves you, but now you are making this gesture of wanting to welcome or reject, what is it?

Isn't that what you want?

Those sweet and beautiful moments, those gentle and lingering words, have long made up their minds not to think about it anymore.

However, those ridiculous, pathetic, pitiful, and shameful infatuation and jealousy have always haunted my mind like poison ivy.

She whimpered, shook her head, and finally softened, no longer struggling, and let Mu Chen linger and toss, inch by inch, attacking the city and plundering the land.