Sure enough, as expected, after arriving in Shouchun, Yuan Shu detained Lu Ji and Lu Xun's uncle and nephew in the name of teaching reading.

Lu Ji was only six years old at the time, and he didn't understand the stakes, but Lu Xun was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot. As the days passed, Lu Xun became more and more at a loss, who knew that it was raining heavily at night, and an oil seller took advantage of the night to sneak into the residence of the two, stuffed their uncle and nephew into oil drums, and transported them all the way out of the camp.

Needless to say, all of this was Zhou Yu's planning and arrangement, and at dawn, Lu Ji and Lu Xun's uncle and nephew arrived safely in Niuzhu. Zhou Yu has been waiting by the river, Lu Xun saw Zhou Yu, hurriedly came up to greet and thank him, ashamed that he failed to complete Sun Ce's trust, but also brought very important information and informed Zhou Yu in detail.

Zhou Yu understood that the matter was serious, so he hurried back to Gusu with Lu Xun and Lu Ji, and finally arrived at General Sun's mansion in the evening of the next day.

Sun Ce asked Xu Gong to win the victory, and at this time summoned Zhang Zhao to wait in the study. Zhou Yu rushed over with Lu Xun and Lu Jifengchen, saw Sun Ce, and bowed: "Lord." ”

Sun Ce raised his hand and said, "Sit down, don't be polite." ”

Zhou Yu sat down in the second seat and motioned for Lu Xun and Lu Ji to step forward, and the two also saluted Sun Ce. Who knew that two oranges rolled out of Lu Ji's sleeve, and they turned to Sun Ce's feet.

Sun Ce smiled dumbly: "What's going on?" Where do oranges come from? ”

Lu Xun looked embarrassed and explained: "Uncle Xiao remembered that his mother loved to eat oranges, so he took some from Yuan Shu, General Sun should not be surprised." ”

"At a young age, it is really rare to understand the meaning of filial piety. Come on, take Lu Jigongzi down to rest. ”

After a whole night, the carriage and horses were bumpy, and others might still be able to hold on, but Lu Ji, who was only six years old, couldn't open his eyes, saluted indiscriminately, yawned and walked down the hall with the servants. Lu Xun sat down next to Zhou Yu and pleaded guilty to Sun Ce: "Uncle Yan is not talented, and he failed to see General Qiao Rui, so he couldn't complete what General Sun had entrusted him." However, in the past few days in the army, Bo Yan heard that there was a person named Zhang Xiao in Hejian, who claimed to be able to calculate the mandate of heaven, and made a statement to Yuan Shu, saying that he had the appearance of an emperor. Yuan Shu was overjoyed when he heard this, and he had selected embroidery girls from many places and began to make crown clothes. ”

Sun Ce was stunned for a moment and laughed: "Gong Jin, before crossing the river, you said that Yuan Shu obtained the jade seal of the country, and within three or two years, he must have the heart of arrogance and self-style. In this case, you are more powerful than that fish. ”

The words involved military aircraft, and Zhang Zhao knew that Lu Xun was inappropriate here: "Bo Yan, you have also said what you should say, go down and rest, and eat something." ”

The words have been brought, and Lu Xun has no intention of staying, saying that he is sleepy and tired, and retreats.

The wooden door "squeaked", opened and closed, and Zhou Yu said slowly: "There is a saying in "Zuo Biography": 'If you do too much injustice, you will kill yourself, and your aunt will treat it', now the time has come, and we should settle accounts with him." ”

Zhang Zhao was nearly twenty years older than Zhou Yu, and when he heard him say this, he was afraid that he would be reckless, so he said: "Lord Zhou, we now have more than 30,000 soldiers, Yuan Shu claims to have 150,000 soldiers, and the actual number must be 70,000 or 80,000. ”

"Master Zhang doesn't have to worry, the Yuan clan has no virtue, and he is tyrannical in Huainan, so that the people are starving and living in poverty. If he really dares to usurp the emperor, let alone others, even his brother Yuan Shao will crusade against him, where will there be only 30,000 soldiers at that time? ”

"What Gong Jin said is very true, not to mention, the jade seal was brought out by my father from Luoyang Palace, and I gave it to Yuan Shu. Once this old man is proclaimed emperor, if he does not draw a clear line with him, he will inevitably be criticized by the world. ”

Hearing Sun Ce say this, Zhang Zhao understood that he had a plan, so he no longer advised, but said: "Military strategy, Zibu is not very proficient, and he only wants to take the lead of the major general." In addition, Zibu has a reluctant request: Lu Boyan's child, benevolent and filial, now that the Lu family is declining, I want to keep him by my side, so that he can eat a portion, what does the young general think? ”

Sun Strategy thought for a moment and sighed: "After my father died, I was also despised like Lu Boyan, so I knew his suffering, and there was no reason not to help him. However, their uncles and nephews are still young, and if they become officials at this time and have a good opportunity to study, they will be boosted by the seedlings. I plan to give them 100 gold every year for the Lu family to live, and when they grow up, it will not be too late to come and help Brother Zibu. ”

When Zhang Zhao heard this, he deeply felt Sun Ce's kindness, and kowtowed: "If this is the case, there is nothing wrong with it, Zibu thanked the young general for his uncle and nephew!" ”

Sun Ce helped Zhang Zhao up with a smile, and asked Zhou Yu again: "Gong Jin, do you think we can take General Qiao out according to today's law." ”

According to Bo Yan's report, Yuan Shu put General Qiao under house arrest in the Shouchun camp on the pretext of letting him recuperate, and no one was allowed to enter except for the military doctor. If you want to take people out, it is too risky, so I propose that the army take a risk......"

Zhou Yu raised his eyes to meet Sun Ce's eyes, and the two smiled heartily, and immediately understood each other's deep meaning. However, since it is a dangerous move, it is natural to slow down, Sun Ce instructed: "Today's matter is very important, don't leak it, especially, don't let my wife know." Both of you are people that Bo Fu relies on with all his heart, and with the two of you here, I have nothing to worry about. ”

It coincided with the mid-autumn of August 15, and after the discussion, Zhang Zhao hurried home to reunite with his relatives. Mrs. Wu had no choice but to leave Zhou Yu here for dinner, Zhou Yu was not easy to refuse, so she followed Sun Ce into the inner courtyard.

Zhou Yu watched the scenery in the garden with the little girl, and suddenly heard someone playing the song "Qi Ao", and the strings could not hide their voices. Zhou Yu stopped and listened quietly for a long time, and asked: "'There are bandit gentlemen, such as cutting and learning, such as grinding', dare to ask who is playing the piano?" ”

"It's the aunt of the major general, and she plays it every day."

Hearing that it was Xiao Qiao who played the piano, Zhou Yu followed the sound of the piano and knocked lightly on the door, but who knew that the wooden door was just hidden, and it was opened.

Xiao Qiao was concentrating on playing the piano, and he didn't hear the footsteps, but now he raised his eyes, only to see the sunshine pouring down, Zhou Yu Yushu was in the wind, looking at him with a smile. Xiao Qiao was full of irrepressible joy, got up and stepped forward: "You're back?" ”

I haven't seen him for half a year, Zhou Yu has darkened by two points, his body has become tighter and tighter, he has retreated a little bit of Confucianism, and he has a little more general's style, Xiao Qiao looked at him and unconsciously rolled down tears.

Zhou Yu had just heard the longing from the sound of the piano, but she didn't want to, she missed herself like this, his heart suddenly softened, and he took out a silk handkerchief to wipe Xiao Qiao's tears: "Don't cry, I have something to send you, come and see." ”

Xiao Qiao burst into tears and smiled, and his eyes became clearer and more moving with a little tears: "Why did you bring me a gift?" ”

Zhou Yu followed Xiao Qiao into the room, and the two sat opposite each other in front of the carved wooden case. Zhou Yu took out a silk handkerchief from his inner pocket and handed it to Xiao Qiao. Xiao Qiao took it and opened it gently, only to see that there were a few small cherry pink flowers inside, which were very cute.

Xiao Qiao was both surprised and delighted, and exclaimed softly: "What kind of flower is this?" I've never seen it. ”

"It's called Wanhua, and Niu Zhu Shou will often soak it in water to drink, saying that it can prevent malaria, I ...... I didn't want to, so I kept them. ”

Xiao Qiao raised his little hand, his slender jade fingers played with the pink petals, and smiled: "It's so beautiful, it's a pity that I can't see it with my own eyes, it's a pity." ”

As if guessing that Xiao Qiao would say this, Zhou Yu took out a small sachet and stuffed it into Xiao Qiao's hand: "Plant it tomorrow, and it is estimated that it will bloom in spring next year." ”

Unexpectedly, Zhou Yu had such thoughts, Xiao Qiao hung his long eyelashes and covered the sachet on his heart: "It would be great if it could really bloom, as if I was also in Niuzhu...... It's just that I can't stay at my brother-in-law's house for the rest of my life, planting here, and I'm afraid that I will live up to it next year. ”

Zhou Yu frowned and thought about it, and also felt that Xiao Qiao's words were reasonable: "Otherwise, it's better to plant it in my house." ”

Zhou Yu's words seemed to have a deep meaning, but Xiao Qiao only cared about being happy and didn't hear it, and his chin was counted as a reply: "Fang Cai, did you hear me playing the piano?" ”

"'There are bandit gentlemen, and they can't be sneered in the end', Xiao Qiao's piano sound is not interesting, a little more tactful, and a little less broken."

Xiao Qiao lowered his eyes and smiled, and his bare hand slid over the strings, making a murmuring sound: "Because I think that the Qi girl and the gentleman will definitely meet again...... Zhou Lang, for the sake of the bowl of flowers, let's call me Wanmei, okay? ”

The west wind blew the sleeves, the last trace of red faded from the remnant sun, and the white full moon rose on the branches, Zhou Yufang was about to speak, but he saw Sun Shangxiang rushing in: "Brother Gongjin, you are here, my mother asked me to find you." ”

Sun Shangxiang came, he couldn't answer this words, and besides, it was not good for Mrs. Wu to find herself, so Zhou Yu gave up his hand, said goodbye to Xiao Qiao, and turned to leave.

Xiao Qiao watched Zhou Yu leave, and his long gaze was full, like the autumn water in the slanting veins of Taihu Lake. Sun Shangxiang didn't leave with Zhou Yu, her round head stepped forward, half-blocking Xiao Qiao's sight, her big eyes rolled, and the thief smiled: "Sister Xiao Qiao, do you like Brother Gongjin?" ”

Xiao Qiao came back to his senses, his body shook, his cheeks turned crimson, and he stumbled: "Hu ...... What nonsense! Who likes him anymore! ”

"Really? If you don't like him, I like him, and don't blame me then. ”

Looking at Sun Shangxiang's triumphant appearance of shaking his head and tail, Xiao Qiao seemed to see Sun Ce many years ago, angry and funny, knowing that Sun Shangxiang was trapping himself, but he couldn't admit or deny it, it was really uncomfortable.

Seeing Xiao Qiao's annoyance, Sun Shangxiang laughed out loud, and whispered to Xiao Qiao: "Alas, I'll tell you the truth, I used to really like Brother Gongjin, but since he already has a sweetheart, I won't stir up any more." The second brother said that one day I will definitely meet my own beloved......"

Zhou Yu actually has a sweetheart? Xiao Qiao's heart seemed to be vigorously pinched, she pretended not to care, but her tone trembled a little: "Zhou Lang has a sweetheart?" Who is it? ”

"Do you really not know or are you pretending to be stupid? Isn't Gongjin's brother's sweetheart you? ”

Under the window of Xiao Xuan, Da Qiao was dressing up, and only then did he take care of his temples, and then he saw Sun Ce walking into the inner room like a gust of wind, taking off his coat and wearing only obscene clothes and wrapping her tightly in his arms.

There was a pair of beautiful people reflected in the bronze mirror, Da Qiao pretended to be annoyed, and gently knocked Sun Ce's heart with a jade grate: "Today's Mid-Autumn Festival family banquet, my uncle and aunt have already arrived, why don't you accompany your mother-in-law to the banquet, why do you still take off your clothes?" ”

Sun Ce ignored the false courtesy, and tilted his head to kiss Da Qiao's white and flawless cheek: "For others, today is mid-autumn, and for me, today is your birthday." Ying'er, I'll grow up with you for another year. ”

In the cold of autumn, Da Qiao coughed a little in the morning, thinking that Sun Ce was afraid that his coat would bring cold, so he deliberately took off his clothes and hugged her. Such a rough person is so considerate to her, Da Qiao's heart is as warm as Sanchun, and he said softly: "I have known you, every year has passed so quickly, and in a blink of an eye, we are already parents." ”

Da Qiao's appearance is peerless, today he is a little powdery, the bright light is like a pearl in the box, Sun Ce is handsome and extraordinary, with a hint of cynical smile on the corner of his mouth, he rings Da Qiao tighter, looks at the bronze mirror and sighs: "Ying'er, we are really matched, look at you, and then look at others, you can't even distinguish between men and women." ”

"If you talk crazy again, I'll go, and my mother-in-law is still waiting for us."

Sun Ce pulled Da Qiao's hands with a hippie smile, and wore two transparent jade bracelets on her wrists with silk handkerchiefs with lightning speed. The frosty arm with the verdant bracelet made it look even more white and delicate, and Da Qiao gently turned the bracelet, both happy and hesitant: "Where did you take it out, how like a trick." Looks like it should be very valuable, right? ”

"I gave you Luo Ying the year before last, earrings last year, bracelets this year, and I want you to make up many sets of jewelry for the rest of your life...... However, you are only allowed to wear it for me. ”

Da Qiao's heart didn't mention how warm it was, but she only said: "It's okay to be on the side, wearing this bracelet, it will be inconvenient for me to do work in the future." ”

Sun Ce turned over Da Qiao's white little hand with pity, and stroked the calluses on her fingers: "Madame is the eldest daughter in the family, and my father-in-law is fighting all year round, Madame has to do all kinds of rough work, and I have to take care of my sister-in-law's lazy thing, I am really distressed." Now that you're married to me, where do you need to do anything? If you have to work for me to have children, let others do the other things. ”

Da Qiao blushed and snuggled in Sun Ce's arms, and raised his slender arm to stop his neck: "I understand your intentions, don't buy such valuable things in the future." ”

"If Madame feels that she has nothing to repay, she might as well make a promise with her body", Sun Ce said in Da Qiao's ear, his thin lips kissing her eyebrows, eyes and cheeks.

The two snuggled together, their ears and temples grinded, although Da Qiao knew that it was inappropriate, he couldn't bear to push Sun Ce away and let him kiss him. Just when the two were lingering infinitely, they suddenly heard Sun Shangxiang calling outside the door: "Brother, sister-in-law, mother invites you to dinner!" ”

Sun Ce reluctantly let go of Da Qiao, and sighed in a low voice: "Shang Xiang, this little fool, such a thankless job, Zhong Mou doesn't do it, but she doesn't know how to avoid it." Let's go eat first, don't let my mother and uncle wait for them. ”