Chapter 103: Mother and Son Talk
"This is the court musician of the Twilight Kingdom? What kind of thing to play, there is no level, and in Tianyang Kingdom, it is a teahouse that performs better than him. ”
As soon as Director Xunyi's words came out, the atmosphere in the banquet instantly changed.
The emperor's face sank instantly, and he held back his anger, not wanting to deal with a drunk, but the drunk man still didn't give up.
"I heard that there is a Heavenly Xiaolang in the Twilight Country who is known as the Heavenly Immortal Sound, and I only played with his disciple Dian Feichen half a year ago, and it is indeed not bad. I've always wanted to see how Master is doing, and I wonder if I'll have the opportunity to ask for advice. ”
Director Xun Yi cast Xun Ke's gaze on the emperor who was high above, with a shallow smile on the corner of his mouth, with a little silly, but his vain gaze had an inexplicable sense of oppression.
The emperor frowned unhappily, but in front of this white body, he was always inferior, which made him feel deeply humiliated.
Hu Xiangguo, who was present, couldn't help it, and walked out of his seat and said loudly, "Director Xun Yi is an envoy of a country, representing the entire Tianyang country, you should understand the way of being polite and humble, such an aggressive insult to my twilight country musician is too arrogant, where to put my twilight country's face!" ”
Although Director Jingwen didn't know what Director Xunyi suddenly went crazy about, he couldn't let people teach him a lesson, and teaching him would be a slap in the face of the entire temple.
Director Jing Wen immediately replied, "Hu Xiangguo's words are wrong, and Director Xun Yi just wants to learn skills with Heavenly Xiaolang, how can it be involved in the face of the two countries." Director Xun Yi has been interested in musical instruments since he was trained in front of the Holy Lord since he was a child, and has studied many musical instruments. Hu Xiangguo is making a big fuss. ”
Hu Xiangguo snorted disdainfully, "Heavenly Xiao Lang is my national hand of the twilight country, and you will be summoned like this." ”
Director Xun Yi was drunk and dizzy, and laughed twice, "Musicians are all based on high skills, let alone identity." In terms of identity, are the envoys of my country not as noble as him? Such a prevarication, is it because you are afraid? ”
As soon as he finished speaking, he belched, and then let out a series of contemptuous laughs.
The emperor was stabbed red by his laughter, secretly clenched his fists, and raised his voice, "Since the envoy is so interested, he will go and invite the heavenly Xiaolang to compete at the dinner tomorrow." ”
"Your Majesty."
Hu Xiangguo's face was full of pain, and he wanted to stop it, but he knew that he couldn't stop it at all.
If they are allowed to succeed so easily, it will only make them more and more arrogant and more aggressive.
The dignified emperor has succumbed three times and twice, where is the prestige of the country!
The emperor wanted to find the apprentice of the Heavenly Xiaolang to invite someone, but he swept the banquet but found that none of the three apprentices of the Heavenly Xiaolang were there.
Dian Feichen has traveled all year round, Feng Lian's youngest son Feng Weizheng did not participate in the spring hunt because of his father's imprisonment, and Cao Chen, the second son of Dasi Nong, is no longer alive.
The emperor sat in the most honorable position, but suddenly felt a chill sweeping over, and a sense of sadness rose from the bottom of his heart, surrounding his whole body.
The words that Chehou had said suddenly flashed in his mind - the storm is coming!
He already felt it.
……
The night was deep, and when Concubine Han drank water with a dry mouth, she suddenly saw a dark shadow standing in the room, almost blending in with the night.
Concubine Han was so frightened that she was about to call for help, her shoulders were sore, but her whole person suddenly froze, and her mouth couldn't make the slightest sound.
The black shadow approached from a distance, his facial features were enlarged and clear, and he lowered his voice and said, "Don't panic, it's me." ”
Concubine Han's heart finally slowly fell back after seeing that it was Fu Xuan.
Fu Fu untied her acupoint and bowed down to apologize, "You're frightened." ”
Concubine Han held her heart, which rose and fell for a short time, unable to calm down, and let out a long breath.
"How did you get in, the paddock is heavily guarded."
Fu said perfunctorily, "Someone helps." ”
Even the palace can come and go at will, and the paddock is not free to come and go.
Concubine Han glanced at the Fu Yi on the inside of the bed, gestured to Fu Yan, and went to the outhouse lightly.
Fu Yan looked at Fu Yingran, who was sleeping sweetly, and did not disturb, and followed Concubine Han out of the inner room.
"Do you remember the request for the concubine before?"
Concubine Han didn't answer, but said, "What are your plans?" If you can't be foolproof, you must not take risks, don't let the Queen Mother not be knocked down, but set herself on fire and lose her life. My life was saved by the Holy Lord, and when I died, I died, and I should repay the kindness of the Holy Lord. But if there is anything wrong with it, you will die and you will not be able to apologize. ”
Fu said loudly, "Don't worry, the master is my life, and I will protect her at all costs, even if I slaughter the entire enclosure into a sea of blood." ”
This oath gave Concubine Han a powerful shock.
But the words of a guard convinced her from the bottom of her heart.
……
The Queen Mother sleeps.
At the banquet, the queen mother has been absent-minded, worried about things, as soon as she returned to the bed, she immediately sent her subordinates, leaving only Mama Xi to serve.
As soon as the door was closed, a person turned out from behind the peacock screen in the room, who was the middle attendant.
The Queen Mother couldn't wait to change her heavy dress and couldn't wait to say, "How is the situation in the city?" ”
Zhong Chang's face was not good, and he said, "The people of Peach Blossom Spring Village got the news early, and by the time the deputy commander arrived, most of the people had already been evacuated, and many important things had also been taken away. The deputy commander only arrested some low-ranking petty workers and clerks, and after a long review, nothing came out. ”
"Incompetent!"
The Queen Mother scolded bitterly, her fingers clicking, but there was no thunderous anger as expected by the middle attendant.
She is a little numb now, she has already experienced God's partiality countless times, and she has never been on her side.
Zhong Chang Shi thought about something, and said with a solemn expression, "Queen Mother, this matter is planned secretly, and there are few people who know, Peach Blossom Spring Village still got the news in advance, I'm afraid it's ...... around you."
Zhongchang explained the words, but the Queen Mother understood what he meant.
She is afraid that there will be an internal ghost around her, so she will leak the news.
The Queen Mother said with a gloomy face, "Throw this aside in advance, and wait until you kill Fu Yingran and then slowly investigate, now the mourning family only wants Fu Yingran's life." ”
The Queen Mother has already embarked on a dead end, she can't care about a lot, and she doesn't leave any room and retreat, she just wants to die of Fu Ying, even if she goes to Huangquan Road, she can pull on Fu Ying's back, and it is not a loss.
Zhong Chang said again, "The lord of Yunsang County is very tight, Xiaguang Courtyard does not allow outsiders to enter at all, and Concubine Han is closely protected, and even the emperor has sent Mama Hai to take care of it personally, I'm afraid it's not easy to start." ”
The Queen Mother's gaze turned to Zhongchang, with a bone-eroding cold aura that made people fall into an ice cave.
"At all costs, she must die."
Zhongchang's heart was so shocked by the murderous aura in her eyes that her heart was beating wildly, and she immediately bent down and hung her head, answering yes.
He understands how dangerous and stupid the Queen Mother's current state is.
The Queen Mother has gone mad.
But he had no choice but to go crazy with the Queen Mother.
……
On the second day, the spring hunt officially began.
The emperor led the courtiers and the queen mother to lead the women and relatives to hold a sacrifice before the hunting, and then the men bent their bows and crossed their horses and rushed into the hunting ground, with passion flying, so that their blood was surging.
Fu Yiran did not participate in this excitement, staying in the Xiaguang Courtyard and a few little palace maids to kick shuttlecock, wooden shooting, pitching pots, and juju, there are a lot of ways to play.
She didn't want to go out and be watched and discussed by those gossiping women, there must be countless topics to chase her.
Concubine Han is a happy and quiet character, just like when she was in Rongping Palace, a cup of tea and a copy of "The Record of the Holy Lord" can spend a day.
She is said to have read it hundreds of times, but she never got tired of it.
In the evening, the emperor held a dinner party to settle the number of prey of the people and reward the most prey.
There is also a highlight of today's dinner, but unfortunately the protagonist of the play, Tianshang Xiaolang, did not appear, and it was Qian Xueyi, the eldest lady of cyclamen, who appeared.
The emperor patted the handrail and scolded, "What about the Heavenly Xiaolang people? ”
Father-in-law Yu, who was sent to invite someone, immediately knelt down and pleaded guilty, "Back to Your Majesty, Heavenly Xiaolang left Beijing a few days ago, and he didn't explain his whereabouts, and the villain really couldn't find anyone." ”
"And who is this?"
Father-in-law Yu was afraid that the emperor would be angry again, so he hurriedly explained, "This is the eldest lady of cyclamen, Qian Xueyi, who once played with her and praised her pipa for being a must, so the villain dared to invite her and ask His Majesty to atone for his sins." ”
"Eastern Poetry and Western Song?"
Father-in-law Yu had a shallow smile on his face, "It's Miss Qian." ”
The emperor groaned and went to find the attitude of the first director.
Heavenly Xiaolang couldn't find anyone, and none of his three apprentices could come, so he could only make up the number of this woman who had been praised by Heavenly Xiaolang.
I don't know if Director Xun Yi will be as disrespectful as yesterday.
Today's director Xunyi did not drink, looked clear, felt the emperor's gaze, and hurriedly got up and saluted, and confessed for yesterday's incident.
"Your Majesty, yesterday the minister drank a few cups greedily, and the emperor lost his temper, and I ask Your Majesty to forgive me. Although the minister does not have the blessing to admire the skills of the heavenly Xiaolang, it is also the luck of the minister to be able to learn from the person who has won the praise of the heavenly Xiaolang. ”
Director Xun Yi was so obedient and interesting, the atmosphere during the dinner finally relaxed, and the emperor's face looked better than yesterday.
Qian Xueyi was called here temporarily, standing among the royal relatives and dignitaries, but without the slightest humility and restraint, his expression was calm, and he couldn't help but look at him.
Looking for a director, he gave Qian Xueyi a shallow salute, and Qian Xueyi also returned the salute.
"Can I bring a flute today and play a song "Rain Drunk Jiangnan" with the girl?"
Qian Xueyi bowed her head reservedly.
The two sit and stand, one is beautiful and one is elegant, and the picture is surprisingly harmonious.
The melodious music sounded in the hall, and everyone was immersed in the music, but in the seats not far from the emperor, Fu Ying was wandering in the world.
I didn't expect to see Director Xunyi in such an environment, if it wasn't for the wrong timing, she really wanted to go up and say hello and introduce herself to him.
She is Dazai's daughter, he is the adopted son of the holy brother, and he grew up in front of the holy lord, Dazai and the holy lord are husband and wife, and they are a little related.
In her limited memory, except for a Dazai father, there are no relatives.
No, she still has relatives.
The young owner is called Aunt of the Holy Lord, so she and the young owner are also brothers and sisters?
Fu Yingran was overjoyed in her heart, and she felt that there were a lot of relatives at once, and others would think that she was a random relative.
Just thinking about it, the performance of Director Xun Yi and Qian Xueyi had ended, and there was a sound of praise in the hall.
Director Xun Yi and Qian Xueyi both humbly and politely saluted each other and praised each other's strength, and this competition due to drunkenness ended happily.
The emperor was in a good mood, rewarded Qian Xueyi with a few pieces of jewelry, and left her to participate in the spring hunt.
The dinner continued, but Fu Yingran felt bored and wanted to go back to Xiaguang Temple first.
Even if you go to play pitching with the palace people, it's more interesting than sitting here and watching those greasy songs and dances.
She called Concubine Han to go back together, but as soon as she got up, she was stopped by the emperor.
"It's still early, let's sit down again, there will be fireworks later."
Fu Yingran waved his hand, "I'm not interested in fireworks, you keep playing, I'll go back first." ”
Curtsy bowed, and reluctantly bowed to the Queen Mother, and left with Concubine Han.
The Queen Mother can't do it now by looking at Fu Yiran, let alone a gentle and loving mother, she can't even hold the politeness on her face, and her disgust and hatred are written directly on her face, and she can't hide it at all.
His eyes were fixed on the back of Fu Yingran, and his eyes were full of malice.
The emperor took in her expression, guilt and worry were intertwined in his heart, and his body seemed to be entangled by long vines, squeezing him and making it difficult for him to breathe.
Fu Yingran and Concubine Han walked hand in hand to Xiaguang Courtyard, and when they walked to the door, they saw a tall figure standing straight at the door, looking a little stiff, as if they were waiting for someone.
"His Royal Highness King Yan."
After approaching, Fu Yingran recognized the person and bowed.
King Yan quickly glanced at Concubine Han with an awkward expression, and responded, "County Lord." ”
Then he greeted Concubine Han and called, "Mother." ”
The mother and son looked at each other in silence, and walked out with interest, "Your Highness, let's eat something with the concubine, the concubine didn't eat much at the dinner, and it doesn't suit your appetite." ”
Concubine Han said, "You can also do it, the dinner is full of big fish and meat, let Pei Yun make a fried red fruit, and you will get tired of it." ”
Fu Yingran refused, "No need, I can play with the palace people and throw pots as food." ”
"But it's getting dark."
Concubine Han is still not at ease.
Fu Yingran insisted, "You can relax, I'll go back in a while." ”
"Then let Pei Yun accompany you."
This time, Fu Yingran did not refuse, and responded happily.
King Yan next to him looked at the intimate appearance of the two, and his heart was slightly sour.
It was the first time he had seen his mother so cautious, like a treasure in the world, and he couldn't wait to hold the county lord of Yunsang in the palm of his hand to protect him at all times.
He was suddenly a little jealous, and his mother had never been so moved by his own son.
Concubine Han looked at Fu Yingran and walked away towards the palace people, retracted her gaze and fell back to King Yan, just seeing the jealousy and sourness in his eyes.
She wanted to explain something, but in the face of her own son, she couldn't say it.
In the face of Fu Yingran, even if he is shy, he can speak his heart smoothly, but he seems to have an extra layer of estrangement from his own son.
She knew that this barrier was called alienation.
The mother and son sat on both sides of the table on the Luohan bed, and the servants made a few dishes and served them, but they did not take the lead in using chopsticks.
"At the dinner, I only cared about drinking, and I didn't eat two bites of food, so I was careful of hurting my stomach, and I drank some shrimp porridge to warm up."
Concubine Han broke the silence, scooped a bowl of shrimp porridge for King Yan, and put it in front of him.
King Yan held the bowl with both hands and thanked him, courteous and thoughtful, but he couldn't see the closeness between mother and son at all.
Concubine Han's heart was also sour, her eyes instantly became foggy, and she quickly lowered her eyelids and blinked a few times.
"Why didn't you come here today and didn't see Gao?"
Yan Wang pinched the spoon and gently stirred the shrimp porridge, raised his eyes and replied, "The child was sick when he went out, so he was a day late." Gao stayed in the house to take care of the children. ”
When Concubine Han heard this, she frowned slightly, and said with concern, "Why did you suddenly get sick, what is wrong, but it is serious?" ”
King Yan looked at her concerned appearance and was moved in his heart.
"It's not a big deal, it's just that I have a little cough when I catch the wind, and I can take two pills. Xiao Jue is delicate, and Mrs. is not worried about bringing him out. ”
"That's good."
Concubine Han was relieved, ate her meal, and was silent for a long time before she hesitated, "After all, it's a boy, it's better to beat more so that your body can be strong." ”
said as if he was afraid that King Yan would be displeased, and then added, "The child is yours, I just nag a word." ”
King Yan couldn't help but reddened his eyes, "You are Xiao Jue's own grandmother." ”
It is only natural that grandmothers care about their grandchildren.
Concubine Han also had red eyes, but she still gritted her teeth stubbornly and did not show her vulnerable side.
King Yan looked at her without blinking, and said uneasily, "Since you are out of the palace, it's good to go to the palace before returning to the palace, you have never been there." ”
There was a hint of pleading in his tone.
Since she was brought into the palace by the former emperor, Concubine Han has never left the palace again, that is, King Yan has established a mansion, married a wife, and given birth to Lin'er, but she has never been there in person, which is a regret that King Yan has never said in his heart.
But now, in order to ambush her, Concubine Han has made an exception, how can King Yan not be jealous.
Concubine Han was silent for a long time, she stared at the sticky and fragrant shrimp porridge in the bowl, and there was a piece of cold fungus on her chopsticks, neither eating nor putting it down, her frowning eyebrows were full of hesitation.
King Yan looked at the vertical lines wrinkled on her eyebrows, both disappointed and unhappy, and then said slowly, "Mother, I was in Rongping Palace before, and it was my son who was ignorant and yelled at you and made you angry. The son knew he was wrong. ”
Concubine Han smiled slightly, "When is it all over, don't take it to heart." ”
"What about you...... Would you like to go to the palace? ”
That cautious appearance made Concubine Han amused and distressed at the same time, she knew that she was not a qualified mother, and she owed him.
"I will ask Your Majesty for a decree and stay in the palace for a few days."
King Yan smiled instantly, but the tall man smiled silly like a child.
"Later, I will let people go back to the house to talk to the Gao family, Xiao Jue will definitely be very happy."
Seeing him so happy, Concubine Han also laughed, her smile was as bright as the rising sun, and it was the first time she showed such a straightforward emotion in front of him.
The mother and son had a warm dinner, and when King Yan left, Concubine Han suddenly called out to him, clenched her fists and said, "Dye that child...... I owe a favor. ”
"I see, she's a member of the Temple."
Concubine Han was slightly stunned in surprise, and King Yan smiled, "Only people related to the Holy Lord can let you protect you like this." I can guess. ”
Concubine Han bit her inner lip tightly, opened her mouth and tried for a long time before she found her voice, "You are my son, in my heart, no one can replace you." In the future, the mother concubine will go to the palace when she has the opportunity and reunite with you often, okay? ”
King Yan nodded vigorously, and responded in a hoarse voice, "Okay." ”
He stood in the darkness of the night, only the palace lamp under the porch faintly illuminated his deep half of his outline, with tears in his eyes and the corners of his mouth upturned.