In the fourth year of Yonghui (653 AD), the seventh day of the lunar month, the eighth quarter of the Mao hour.

The horse team led by Wu Kang finally came to Chang'an, and the horses were reined in outside the Chunming Gate, looking at the tall city wall, and they felt shocked. Chang'an City is the largest and most prosperous city in this era, with an endless stream of bustling crowds and many Hu people, who pour into the city gate.

Everyone dismounted and entered the city, walked on the right, passed the Xingqing Palace, passed the prosperous East Market, and entered Pingkangfang. This is not Wuzhou, you can't violate the law, and you have to be whipped for running horses in the city. This place is close to the Shangshu Provincial Government Office, and has become a gathering place for Juzi, officials stationed in Beijing from all over the world, and people entering Beijing.

The Wuzhou Beijing Office is located here, which is private and is the headquarters of Red Sorghum Distillery Chang'an. The government-run Beijing Office is called the Jinjuyuan, which is a matter after the Tang Dynasty. The person in charge of the reception is Lu Qian, the head of the winery, and Lu Sanlang's house slave.

Pingkangfang is the largest red light district in Chang'an, and even in the entire Tang Dynasty, and has long been famous throughout the country. The secret prostitutes kept flattering and took the initiative to come over to talk, and the younger brothers were already excited. Wu Kang sneered, pouted and scolded with a smile: "Look at that little bit of interest, let's go play and reimburse you, but only today." ”

In an instant, there was a thunderous roar, and the security guard screamed. Wu Kang was also happy, and continued to instruct: "Remember it all for me, don't be jealous, don't fight, don't bring women back." Remember that this is Chang'an, not our home field, and I can't handle anything wrong. ”

The security guard swore an oath, Wu Kang was full of disdain, and took Chu Shenke, Lin Pinglang, and the congratulatory night pearl to leave. To the north of Pingkangfang is the Eastern Imperial Palace, which is patrolled by soldiers from time to time. Sister Mei's maiden family lives in Yongxingfang, outside the Jingfeng Gate and Yanxi Gate of the Imperial Palace, separated by a high wall.

On the spacious street, the return rate is super high, and the purple robe is not rare, but the scar face is rare. is dressed as a civil official, but he is carrying a horizontal knife, and he is still so strong and young. Along the way, I met a small official, carrying a wooden box, and when he came to a house, he opened the lid and rummaged through it.

After a moment, he took out the envelope, stuffed it through the crack in the door, and left with the wooden box. It seems that it is a postman, and the postal express system has been tried in Kannai Province as early as possible, and I don't know how effective it is. Wu Kang became interested and went over to talk to the postman.

Wufu is in the northeast of Yongxingfang, is the Gaomen compound, the courtyard is very lively, and the welcoming servants yawn again and again. The porter stretched his waist, rubbed his eyes and complained: "I said three fat people, all of them are green robes, there are only two scarlet robes, and none of them are purple robes." Zhaoyi's holy family is long, the master's mother is seventy-five years old, why is no one stammering? ”

The three fat men pouted: "You ask me, who do I ask?" Last month, Concubine Xiao Shu's mother's family celebrated her birthday, and there were seven purple robes, and the scarlet robes could not be counted, and the door was like a market. As the saying goes, if you don't know people, you're afraid that people are better than people... What's the wait, Erba, did you listen to me? ”

The second cake straightened his waist and darkened his eyes. The three fat men turned their heads, saw the purple robe, and instantly cheered up. The two saluted respectfully, and the three fat men received the post, and they were dumbfounded, and said "Wait a minute, distinguished guest", and ran to the courtyard.

The living room of the hall was full of people, and an old woman sat in the right seat, with an elegant and generous demeanor. Wu Shun was telling a story, which made Yang laugh, and Mei Niang also pursed her mouth. There are four middle-aged people sitting in the hands, who are Mei Niang's cheap brothers, Wu Yuanqing and Wu Yuanshuang brothers, cheap cousins Wu Weiliang and Wu Huaiyun, and then there are juniors, old and young.

The three fat men ran to the living room, holding the name card in their hands and excitedly reported: "The new imperial doctor, Cui Yixuan and Cui Gong came to celebrate his birthday, and he is waiting outside the door at this moment." ”

The living room was instantly quiet, Wu Meiniang stood up, took the name card and looked at it carefully, with excitement on her face. Yang took the signal from his beloved daughter, and was helped up by the maidservant, smiling from ear to ear: "Go and open the middle door, and the old man will greet him personally." ”

The three fat men promised, Yang walked in front, and Wu Shun and Wu Mei followed. Wu Mei clenched her little hands, her big eyes were full of joy, and she couldn't suppress her excitement. The slut Wang ascended the throne because she was born in the Taiyuan Wang family and was the representative of the Guanlong Gate Valve.

Cui Yixuan represents the Qinghe Cui clan, and he is a prominent family that surpasses the Wang clan, and if he gets his support, it will definitely be like a tiger. I can't help but think of Kang Lang again, he is Cui Yixuan's son-in-law, Cui Yixuan came in person, he should see his face.

Wu Yuanqing and the four of them looked at each other, and followed in a stupid manner, scolding in their hearts. How can there be a reason for a woman to welcome guests, we are the masters, let our colleagues laugh? But they dare not speak out, they can be officials, all by virtue of their relationship with Mei Niang.

The middle door was wide open, and the master came out, Lao Cui's eyes swept over, and he couldn't help but feel a little regretful that he didn't find the person he wanted to see. The two sides met the ceremony, and Lao Cui clasped his fists again: "Some official delays and failure to arrive as scheduled, I hope that my in-laws will forgive my sins, and I hope that Zhaoyi will forgive my sins." ”

Everyone climaxed instantly, and this "in-laws" was more valuable than any gift. It means that Lao Cui recognizes this relative, the Imperial Doctor and the Qinghe Cui family, and is a great help.

Mei Niang is like a spring breeze, although she has the title of Zhaoyi, there are only a handful of important ministers who really give face. simply saluted the juniors and greeted him respectfully: "Gong Cui is serious, it is an honor for the martial arts family to come over, please come in quickly." ”

When he returned to the house and sat down, Siwu wanted to interject, but Lao Cui didn't give face, and only greeted Yang and Mei Niang. I felt that it was almost over, and I wanted to ask about the situation of the virtuous son-in-law, but the three fat men reported again: "Shaolangjun has arrived, waiting outside the door." ”

As soon as these words came out, Min Yue got up and ran, and Min Zhi confessed to his grandmother and left in a hurry. Yang's face was kind, Mei Niang's face was expectant, and she signaled to the three fat men to be invited. The four martial artists frequently made eyes, and all the juniors went out to greet them. Wu Kang is the younger brother, they are the elder brother, and they can't lose face.

Outside the gate of Wufu, Wu Kang hugged Minyue and was intimate, or his niece, and he didn't miss it for two months. The team came over, and when they saw Min Yue riding on her uncle's neck, they all showed disgust. It wasn't a salute for a while, it wasn't a no-bow either, and they were all dumbfounded.

About two minutes later, a four-year-old doll walked out, saluted in a decent manner, and said in a childish voice: "Nephew think twice, meet my uncle, the boat is tired, and the journey is hard." Yes yes and aunt, they are waiting for you! ”

Oh my God, this little kid who hasn't been weaned, Liang Wang Wu thinks twice, and he will make waves in the future and turn Wu Tang upside down? Just as I wanted to say a few perfunctory words, there was a porcelain doll salute: "My nephew inherits the heir, please say hello to my uncle, my uncle has worked hard." ”

King Wei is also here, which is a bit interesting. Everyone else saluted, except for Minzhi who called uncle, everyone else called uncle. Wu Kang asked them to excuse themselves, pulled Min Zhi, carried Min Yue, and took Chu Shenke and Lin Pinglang into the door.

The chatting officials, seeing Wu Kang's honor, were all dumbfounded. The rumors are true, this one is really fierce, look at the scar on his face, it is really big to survive. It's not like that, have you ever seen a civil official with a knife? It's just weird.

Ignoring the pointers, he walked straight into the hall, everyone was messy, what kind of shape was this. Wu Shun smiled, Kang Lang was close to his children, and he was naturally extremely happy. Hurriedly got up to meet him, and pretended to reprimand Minyue: "This kid is making trouble with his uncle again, hurry up and come down, what does it look like?" ”

Wu Kang let go of Minzhi, took Minyue down, and handed it to Wu Shun's arms. Walked to Yang's side, and held the junior salute to celebrate his birthday: "Wu Kang visited his aunt, and wished his aunt happiness like the East China Sea, and longevity than Nanshan; Every year there is today, and every year there is a present day. ”

Yang was overjoyed, personally helped him up, raised his hand to touch the scar on his face, and his eyes turned red: "This kid is too stupid, you are a civil official and not a military general, how can you charge into battle?" Listen to Shun Niang, you are single-handed, fighting with hundreds of strongmen, you have to have three long and two short, how can the old body explain? ”

The appearance of crying is also an old drama bone, Wu Kang smirked twice, and presented the night pearl: "My nephew is relatively poor, he has no rare treasures, and he occasionally gets three beads... One was given to Sister Mei, one was given to Jiuniang, and aunt should not dislike it. ”

The night pearl the size of a goose egg, emitting a pale green soft light, can be described as priceless. Everyone knew the goods, and the Wu brothers' eyes were straight, revealing jealousy and greed. Yang smiled, held his hand and looked at it carefully, and couldn't put it down.

Sister Mei smiled and froze, and her inquiring gaze swept Wu Shun, who blushed slightly and looked away in a panic. Wu Kang was a little stunned, and instantly felt embarrassed, secretly blaming himself for being too talkative. I remember that before the rebellion, in order to help Mei Niang run for the queen, there was a night pearl in the campaign funds prepared, which seemed to have been embezzled by Wushun.

I was very depressed, robbing my sister's things, and I was addicted. Grab the night pearl now, and in the future, my sister will get pregnant, secretly hook up with Li Jiu, and rob my sister's husband. It's a bit too much to plot to abolish Mei Niang and replace her by herself.

But that's fine, it's a wake-up call for Mei Niang. If you take it as a warning and don't let Wu Shun enter the palace, you won't kill each other and your aunts and nephews will fight.

His mind turned and forcibly circled: "Jiu Niang's original plan to give you both beads was stopped by me." The last night pearl, waiting for Sister Shun's birthday, should be used as a congratulatory gift, not favoritism. ”

As soon as these words came out, the thoughts of the warrior men came alive. Thinking about finding an opportunity, tell him about his birthday, and the gift can't be worse than the night pearl.

Wu Shun was not embarrassed, and immediately pushed the boat down the river and apologized to his sister: "Kang Lang's gift to Ah Mei does have a night pearl. I accidentally fell and had a crack, so I didn't tell my sister... Kang Lang, Jiu Niang's bead, Sister doesn't want it, give it to Mei Niang. ”

This is also a powerful faction, and he doesn't play drafts when he lies. Mei Niang knew this, and immediately smiled: "Sister's words are wrong, how can there be a sister who wants good beads, and Auntie has a reason to leave flawed beads?" Give me the flawed beads, and when you are born next year, Kang Lang will send you good beads. ”

The two of them are pretending, they are both at the level of actresses, and they are good sisters and sisters. Yang quickly spoke: "Don't say it, Shun Niang gave the flawed beads to Mei Niang, and she didn't let the old body worry." Look at my nephew and daughter-in-law Jiuniang, she is reasonable and filial piety, and Cui Gong gave birth to a good daughter! ”

Cui Yixuan smiled, exchanged a few polite words with the Yang family, and pretended to reprimand the virtuous son-in-law: "Erlang, why don't you bring Jiuniang over?" She has always been in good health, and the long distance and tiring journey are not an excuse... What's going on? ”

Wu Kang hurriedly saluted and said honestly: "It was originally discussed, let's ride over together, not only to pay respects to my aunt, but also to visit your old man." But on the fifteenth of last month, Jiuniang was happy and could only recuperate at home. She asked me to apologize to you, my aunt and my sister. ”

The scene was warm again, the woman was surprised and delighted, and Lao Cui smiled and stroked his beard leisurely. Waiting for the women to stop, they got up and said goodbye to the Yang family and Mei Niang: "The old decay still has official business, it is inconvenient to bother for a long time, I wish my relatives and family happiness such as the East China Sea, and longevity than Nanshan." ”

This is now learning and selling, and Mei Niang also performs the junior salute: "Cui Gong is the elder of Kang Lang and the elder of the slaves, so there is no need to be so polite." ”

Seeing that she was not so humble, Cui Yixuan's face was even warmer, what the virtuous son-in-law said was right, this woman had a bright future, and the queen was in her pocket. After greeting Yang for a while, he left the gift and left, and Wu Kang and Mei Niang saw off the guests. When he arrived at the door, Lao Cui explained to his virtuous son-in-law that he had time to go to Cui's mansion.

sent Lao Cui away, and did not go back to the living room, but came to the backyard wing. Wu Kang summoned the drama spirit, brewed for a moment and knelt down, hugged Mei Niang's thigh, put his face on her stomach, and howled and cried for help: "Little brother is in trouble, sister help!" ”

The style of painting changed too quickly, the picture was too enthusiastic, and Mei Niang was completely confused. After a long pause, he patted Kang Lang on the back, and a smile tugged at the corner of his mouth. He didn't ask Cui Yixuan for help, but instead asked me for help, and regarded me as the backbone of the main heart.

Today's harvest is too great, and he has a relationship with the Qinghe Cui family, and he is loyal to Kang Lang, killing two birds with one stone. Thinking of this, he blinked, and pretended to be angry: "How old is a person, what kind of body is it to cry and cry, and you are not afraid of people's jokes?" Hurry up, what does it look like? ”

Wu Kang hugged his thighs and played a scoundrel, and his sister didn't get up if he didn't agree, Mei Niang couldn't help laughing, and at the same time a little sentimental. Once upon a time, I wanted to do the same, and made a mistake to seek refuge from my brothers and sisters. But the two brothers have bullied me since I was a child; Sister who has a good relationship, greedy for my things.

There is no brother-sister relationship, and I am a weak sister, but I recognize my cousin, who spares no effort to help me. I poured out most of my wealth and exchanged it for gold, silver, and jewelry, and let me reward my slaves and maids, and buy courtiers.

The effect is very good, the slaves and maids ventilated and reported the news, and Xu Jingzong and Li Yifu, who were greedy for money, gradually got closer. Since you treat me as your own sister, I will also treat you as your own brother. made up his mind, enjoyed his family's affection, and said again: "Hurry up, my sister promises." ”

Wu Kang got up, helped her sit down, and told about delivering the baby for the princess of Xincheng. 1510 is no matter how big or small, and no details are missed, all and discernment. With superb acting skills, a handful of snot and a handful of tears.

The more Mei Niang listened, the more frightened she became, and finally she couldn't cry or laugh, this thing is not big, it is not small, if it works well, it can also be emperor. Thinking of this, he tapped Kang Lang's head: "You are bold, say it's not big, it's not small." Relax, the saint is wise and powerful, and he will be able to see everything. ”

"I love to listen to this, I am indeed wise and martial", the voice fell into a person, about 1.7 meters tall, with very delicate eyebrows, with a strong sense of nobility. Ochre yellow (earthy yellow, yellow with red) color tight-fitting round-necked robe, the solid color of the robe is not fancy, and there is no embroidered dragon pattern.

Mei Niang hurriedly saluted, this is Li Jiu, Wu Kang summoned the drama spirit again, knelt down on the ground and shouted long live: "Wuzhou Assassin Shi Wukang, meet Your Majesty the Emperor, long live long live." ”

Both of them were stunned, Mei Niang was very embarrassed, and Li Jiu's face was slightly red. The slogan sounds comfortable, but the sycophants are so big that I can't afford it. coughed dryly twice, and gave a hand: "Aiqing, please get up quickly, don't call it that, if Chu Suiliang knows, I have to chase and scold you." ”

Wu Kang was in tears, slammed his head on the ground, and reviewed it unforgettablely: "The guilty minister does not dare to get up, the minister deserves to die, please punish Your Majesty." ”

I was crying again, but fortunately, when I came, there were green onions in my robe, otherwise I really couldn't squeeze out tears. Li Jiu was in the clouds, Mei Niang appeared on the stage, beckoned Li Jiu to sit down, and began to talk about the delivery.

Adding oil and vinegar is indispensable, praising Kang Lang, stomping on the eldest grandson, and denouncing his crimes. First of all, I don't know the severity, the princess is about to give birth, but she took Wuzhou to take office, which is irresponsible and despises the royal family.

Secondly, when the princess had a difficult birth and needed to use her hair to give birth, she said "the parents of the body's hair and skin". Could it be that the princess's safety is less than a strand of hair? It's still good for my family to take the initiative to cut his hair, which shows his loyalty.

When the princess needed to be frightened, the eldest grandson was at a loss and evaded responsibility. It's still good for my family, in order to create fright, he was whipped twenty times by his subordinates, don't believe it! Mei Niang cried and untied Kang Lang's robe. Wu Kang turned around, and his sturdy back showed whip marks, which was shocking.

Mei Niang continued to cry: At a critical moment, Wen Po asked Bao Da Bao Xiao, the eldest grandson of God Killing, but she was silent. It can be seen that in his heart, the safety of the princess is not as good as that of the eldest grandson's heirs. The eldest grandson Wuji bullied you, the eldest grandson bullied the princess, and the eldest grandson's family bullied people too much.

In this way, he used the topic to play, splashing dirty water, Mr. Li's face was black, and the cow was panting.

Mei Niang added oil and vinegar: At the critical moment before giving birth, Kang Lang took the birth forceps to save the princess's mother and son. Instead of being grateful, the eldest grandson sneered at Kang Lang, sarcastically mocking him for understanding a woman's body. Your Majesty, listen, what is this called? Poor Kang Lang, beg Your Majesty to be the master of the concubine.

Wu Kang was stunned, this evil complaint was too good, and he couldn't accept it. blasphemed the princess lightly, molded me into the embodiment of justice, molded the eldest grandson into the best scumbag, and disgusted the eldest grandson Wuji. What is the use of the topic to play, what is the political skill, this is it.

Mr. Li slapped the table directly, and shouted: "The eldest grandson deceived me too much, I really don't want to be a son of man!" ”

The guards outside the door broke in, and Li Jiu shouted again: "Get out." ”

Mei Niang hurried over, stroked his chest and smoothed his breath, and His Majesty took care of the dragon's body. After a long time, Li Jiu sighed, looked at Wu Kang and said, "Aiqing saved Xincheng's mother and son, what is the crime?" What is the so-called great defense of men and women, compared to life? Get up and talk, lonely is not so pedantic. ”

The big stone fell in his heart, this matter turned the page, Wu Kang was grateful, and shouted "My Emperor Shengming". You are not pedantic, you are very avant-garde, you even married your mother, and you became a queen.

Li Jiu looked at him, he was indeed heroic, motioned for Wu Kang to sit down, pondered for a moment and asked, "What are the forceps?" Can it solve dystocia? Why carry it with you? ”

It was Wu Kang's turn to perform, probably talking about forceps, focusing on answering the last question: "Forceps midwifery is the origin of Kunlun slaves, an invention of a Fanbang called 'Egypt'. The minister's wife was pregnant, so he built two, one to stay at home and the other to his majesty. ”

Seeing that Li Jiu was satisfied, he continued: "The minister listened to Wen Po and said that when a woman gives birth, she is like walking through a ghost gate, and her life is in danger. Forceps can solve the problem of dystocia in the head, shorten the birth process, and make the woman suffer less pain. It was brought to the capital by the ministers, and when the sister gave birth to the prince, it was smooth and less sinful. ”

This answer was full marks, Li Jiu was satisfied, and Mei Niang was also moved. Someone really thinks about you, it's really warm, and immediately reciprocate: "Your Majesty, Kang Lang's invention of production pliers is also a great achievement." ”

Li Jiu nodded again and again, and said with a smile: "Aiqing Gong is loyal to the country, and he has offered secret techniques several times, and he is rewarded. Say, whatever reward you want, Lone will agree. ”

Wu Kang was grateful to Dai De and said solemnly: "Serve the court, be loyal to the king, and do your duty." If Your Majesty wants a reward, the minister dares to ask for it, and the second sister of the minister will be rewarded forever in peace and happiness..."