Xie Mulin didn't know in advance that Xiao Rui would attend the banquet in Guiyuan.

However, he was not originally a clan, he was barely a royal family, and he didn't even hear that his father, mother, and brother had been invited, and he would appear, apparently brought over by the host and guest, King Yan. Not to mention this kind of thing, a deep boudoir woman like Xie Mulin who has no sources, even Xie Huizhi, who often walks outside, may not receive rumors. It was normal for her not to know beforehand.

At this time, seeing Xiao Rui, even if there was no opportunity to talk privately, Xie Mulin was quite happy. Besides, her house is next door, Xiao Rui and the two brothers are old acquaintances, as long as he is smart, and King Yan did not refuse, he offered to sit at Xie's house, isn't it very reasonable? As long as the conditions allow, he will do this kind of thing without her reminding him, right?

It's good, she hasn't seen Xiao Rui for a few days, and she hasn't received a letter from him, so she doesn't know how his trouble is solved now. With King Yan here, his marriage must be resolved, right? Listening to Yan Wang's tone, it is obvious that he wants to be the master for him.

Xie Mulin's heart beat a little faster, for fear of revealing something unusual, so that the people around her would find out, so she hurriedly lowered her head and tilted her ears slightly, paying attention to the conversation between Xiao Rui and King Yan and the eldest princess of Yongning.

After Xiao Rui met the two nobles, King Yan first introduced his military exploits to the eldest princess of Yongning when he was in the north of Kaipingwei, and mentioned that he made a lot of useful suggestions in the later stage of being served in the army, which helped him clarify the case faster. Even Xie Mulin himself didn't know what was going on here, and he listened attentively. Xie Xianzhi and Xie Yinghui were also attracted to the past - the case had nothing to do with them, but Fang Wenshan got involved in it and sent someone to assassinate their father Xie Pu, how could they pay more attention?

Even Xie Jinzhi stared at Xiao Rui with his eyes, paying attention to every detail related to the case he recounted.

The eldest princess of Yongning heard this, her eyes rippled, and she sighed: "It's strange that King Yan values you so much, it turns out that you are not only brave and brave, but also so smart and clever!" It's too wasteful for a talent like you to stay at the border for many years, so it's better to return to Beiping to serve. If you want to defend the country, there are also several important towns near Beiping, which are heavily guarded. If you go to those places, you can not only defend the country, but also share the worries of King Yan more conveniently. ”

Xiao Rui smiled, lowered his head and did not speak. Where he will be assigned to serve next is not really a matter for him to decide. Of course, he hopes to be transferred to King Yan's command, but that must be his father Xiao Mingde's willingness!

King Yan said to the eldest princess of Yongning: "This time I go to Beijing, I also have to talk about Xiao Mingde!" He was a stubborn man when he was young, but now that he is older, he is becoming more and more stubborn! Did he think he was doing it for the child? Opinionated! A good child will be harmed by him to be mediocre and depressed for the rest of his life! If this is how he loves his children, why don't you see him doing the same to his eldest son?! ”

The eldest princess of Yongning smiled faintly. Isn't the answer to this question obvious? The weight of the eldest son is naturally different. Xiao Mingde's neglect of his concubine is also ordinary. It's just that his concubine has the ability and luck, and he can get the favor of King Yan, so it seems that he is acting inappropriately.

The eldest princess of Yongning did not continue to evaluate Xiao Mingde's approach, but said: "Since you think this child is good, you can discuss the matter with the emperor." When you return to Beiping, bring one or two more people, will the emperor still have a problem with you? As long as the emperor nods, Xiao Mingde will never have any more objections! ”

King Yan smiled: "When the time comes, he will naturally not have any objections...... I'm afraid he doesn't even have the qualifications to speak! ”

The eldest princess of Yongning was surprised when she heard this, and was about to ask why, when she saw King Yan turn her head and say to the Xie family brothers: "Chonglin mentioned to me that several of your brothers and sisters have some old friendships with him, he was injured when he was in Jinshanwei with the army to suppress bandits, and he also recuperated in your old mansion for a period of time, so your family took care of it, isn't it?" I have to thank you. Chonglin's injuries healed so quickly at that time, thanks to you. ”

Xie Xianzhi and Xie Jinzhi both experienced this matter personally, and they were busy and respectfully expressing that it was all due to it. The former saw that King Yan attached great importance to Xiao Rui, and specially said two more good words about Xiao Rui, and the smile on King Yan's face became brighter and brighter, and he patted Xiao Rui's shoulder cordially: "You kid, why haven't you told me these things?" ”

Xiao Rui was a little shy: "It's all trivial...... How can I be embarrassed to ramble in front of you? ”

King Yan laughed.

Before he finished laughing, an attendant hurriedly ran to the entrance of the Water Pavilion and whispered a few words to the middle-aged attendant of the Yan Wang's Mansion, who quietly entered the house, walked to the side of the Yan King, and whispered a report. King Yan's smile suddenly froze, and the eldest princess of Yongning, who was not far from him, also frowned: "What are the Second Highnesses and Third Highnesses doing here?!" Today's feast is none of their business. Didn't the emperor give an order?! ”

The middle-aged servant didn't answer, but lowered his head: "The two highnesses are having a good conversation with several princes of the royal palace, and they also sent someone to ask if the eldest princess and the prince are free, and they are going to come over to visit." ”

King Yan sneered and waved his hand: "Let them come over." I'll see you sooner or later. The two juniors are not worried about whether they will be blamed by the emperor after returning to the palace, can I still be afraid of them?! ”

The waiter in the middle of the year retreated. King Yan turned his head to look at Xiao Rui and the Xie family brothers, and a smile resurfaced on his face: "Since you are old friends, you can meet again after a long absence, so let's just play together and catch up on the old days." This is the Xie family's garden, Chonglin is afraid that he hasn't visited much, so Xianzhi and Jinzhi will give him a guide to open his eyes. ”

Xie Xianzhi and Xie Jinzhi glanced at each other, and hurriedly responded.

Xiao Rui respectfully bid farewell to the two nobles, and retired with the Xie family brothers. King Yan did not name the sisters of the Xie family, so Xie Mulin and Xie Yinghui remained in place. When the two sides passed by, Xiao Rui glanced at Xie Mulin again. This time, there was no one in front of him, and Xie Mulin didn't dare to act rashly, and always pretended to be indifferent. Anyway, when they left the Water Pavilion, they still had a chance to meet and talk, and she was not in a hurry at all.

After the three boys left, the eldest princess of Yongning also asked Xie Yinghui and Xie Mulin sisters to retreat: "Yurong must be going to enjoy the osmanthus flowers this time, and Feiyun is with her." Go and play with them. ”

The two sisters of the Xie family responded softly, saluted the two nobles, and respectfully retired.

Out of the Water Pavilion, the sisters invariably breathed a sigh of relief. Hearing the movement beside them, the two looked at each other and couldn't help but smile.

Xie Yinghui sighed: "Since the raid that year, I haven't taken a good look at this garden. Although I came all day a few days ago, I only saw a mess everywhere, and I didn't see the final tidying up. When the banquet is over, the people of the Eldest Princess's Mansion will remove all the things they have brought, so let's take a stroll around and enjoy the beautiful scenery in the garden. Otherwise, when we leave the capital with His Royal Highness King Yan, we don't know how many years it will take to return here! ”

Xie Yinghui almost grew up in Guiyuan, and she was deeply impressed and affectionate here. Xie Mulin didn't feel as deeply as her, but he was also very interested in playing around, so he decided to accompany him to the end.

The sisters decided to wander along the edge of the pond all the way, strolled to the osmanthus forest, and then called Ma Yurong and Lu Feiyun to swim all over the garden. However, they had not gone far before Xie Yinghui suddenly stopped, grabbed the second sister's hand, and quickly hid behind the lake rocks on the side of the road.

Xie Mulin was confused: "What's wrong?" ”

"Shh Xie Yinghui motioned for her to whisper, "It's really unlucky!" I met a wrongdoer! ”