At night, in the wilderness, the surroundings were empty, and even the full moon in the night sky looked brighter and bigger than usual.

"Situ Huoqing, what are you thinking?" Shui Ningyan saw Situ Huoqing standing there alone in a daze, and asked curiously.

After a few days of getting along, Shui Ningyan felt that Situ Huoqing, who was now standing in front of her, had been reborn. Now he will not be consumed by power, and the whole person will lose the previous yin owl atmosphere. Even Ruofeng and Ji Yu gradually changed their views on Situ Huoqing, and they were not as hostile to him as before.

"When I was a child, my mother was always very strict with me, she rarely accompanied me, and even when she saw me, she always asked me about my homework and martial arts. My mother is mean by nature, so her popularity in the palace is not good, and over time, other princes and princesses do not pay attention to me, and I gradually go alone. Most of the time is spent practicing martial arts and studying. Only on my birthday every year, my mother will always be by my side, and she will cook me a bowl of longevity noodles by herself. Now that I think about it, it is easy for children to be content. ”

Hearing this, Shui Ningyan's heart moved, and he blurted out, "Could it be your birthday today?" ”

The corners of Situ Huoqing's lips were slightly hooked, revealing a noncommittal smile. Situ Huoqing's response was undoubtedly admitted.

"Situ Huoqing, I wish you a happy birthday." Shui Ningyan looked at the wilderness around, frowned slightly, and said, "The current situation does not allow you to congratulate, if you enter the town tomorrow, I will definitely help you make up for it." ”

After hearing this, Situ Huoqing looked very happy, "Thank you, Miss Shui." Now that you have this heart, I am very satisfied. ”

Shui Ningyan didn't say much at the moment, looking at Situ Huo Qing's handsome voice, she couldn't help but sigh.

Situ Huoqing's nature is not bad, it is entirely because Concubine Ning led Situ Huoqing astray. Otherwise, in modern times, people will always like to say that parents are their children's first teachers, and it is precisely because Concubine Ning instilled in Situ Huoqing the desire to pursue power that Situ Huoqing distorted his heart and became dark. At this moment, Shui Ningyan actually felt a trace of sadness and pity for Situ Huoqing.

The night breeze is blowing, the insects are famous, the water condensation smoke looks up, and when I see the moon as bright as a disk, I secretly say in my heart: It seems that tomorrow will be a sunny day.

The next day, Shui Ningyan and the others rushed for a day, and finally stayed at an inn at ten o'clock in the evening. Shui Ningyan made a list and handed it to Ruofeng and Jiyu, and asked the two of them to go out to procure.

Ruofeng and Jiyu looked at the things listed on the list, and they didn't know what their master had bought them for. After Ruofeng and Jiyu bought all the things back, Shui Ningyan let the two of them do it, and the three of them were busy for nearly half an hour, and it was finally done.

"Ruofeng, you go and call Situ Huoqing over, and say that we will eat dinner together at my place." Shui Ningyan placed the dishes and chopsticks while commanding Ruofeng.

"Okay. The subordinates will go. Ruofeng sniffed the tempting aroma of rice and said happily.

A moment later, Ruofeng brought Situ Huoqing over. When he saw the darkness in the room, a hint of surprise flashed in Situ Huoqing's eyes. Pushing the door in, Situ Huoqing only saw Shui Ningyan and Ji Yu standing, smiling and groaning. The table is filled with a variety of dishes, as well as a jar of vintage wine.

"This is ......," Situ Huoqing said a little puzzled.

Shui Ningyan replied, "I just said I would celebrate your birthday." ”

When Situ Huoqing heard this, something flashed in his eyes. Last night he thought the water condensation was just a casual remark. I didn't expect this woman to really do what she said. At this moment, he only felt a warm current in his heart gradually spread to his whole body. It's hard to describe the emotion in my heart.

Seeing Situ Huoqing standing in place stunned, Shui Ningyan turned his head to Ruofeng and said, "Go and bring the cake." ”

"Okay, my subordinates will go."

After a while, as soon as Situ Huoqing came back to his senses, he saw Ruofeng walking over with a huge pastry that looked very delicate in a colorful manner. Ji Yu lit the candle on top of the cake.

"Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you......" Ruofeng and Ji Yu sang the birthday song that their master had just taught them.

Situ Huoqing's face was moved, and when his emotions eased down, he pointed to the pastry with candles on it that he had never seen before, and wondered, "What is this?" ”

At this moment, the cake on the table is topped with a thick layer of cream, surrounded by various fruits, and the words "Happy Birthday" are written in red sugar juice in the middle. Such a different and delicate pastry, Situ Huoqing has seen it for the first time.

"Lord Wang, this is called a birthday cake, and my master personally made it for you." Ruofeng replied impatiently.

"You did it?" Situ Huoqing looked at Shui Ningyan in shock, and his eyes were full of ecstasy that could not be concealed. Happiness came so suddenly, he had the feeling of dreaming.

Shui Ningyan nodded and said, "Celebrating your birthday here will definitely not be as good as the conditions of the palace, so you will just take a moment." ”

"No, it won't. Today is the most meaningful life I have ever had. Situ Huoqing looked at Shui Ningyan, and said with deep eyes.

"That's good." Shui Ningyan smiled and continued, "Alright, let's blow out the candles." But before blowing out the candles, you have to close your eyes and make a wish, and then blow out all the candles, if you can blow out all the candles in one go, then your wish will definitely come true. And oh, don't say what you want. ”

When Situ Huoqing heard this, he felt a burst of surprise, pursed his lips and said, "Okay." ”

The next step is to make a wish and blow out the candles.

"Wow, lord, you have blown out all the candles in one go, it seems that your wish will definitely come true." Ruofeng said happily.

"Thank you." The smile on the corner of Situ Huoqing's lips deepened a little. In this life, his wish is to hope that the woman in front of him can be safe and happy for a lifetime.

"Alright, it's time to divide the cake!" Shui Ningyan handed the knife and fork to Situ Huoqing's hand and said with a smile, "Okay, let's let the birthday star help us cut the cake." ”

Waiting for Situ Huoqing to cut the cake, Ruofeng and Jiyu couldn't wait to eat it. While the two of them were feasting on it, they praised without hesitation: "Wow, master, this birthday cake is so delicious." ”

Shui Ningyan said with a smile: "You eat slowly, no one will rob you two." ”

Situ Huoqing picked up the spoon and took a bite, the mouth was sweet and refreshing, but not sweet and greasy, better than any dessert he had ever tasted. It was so sweet that he still missed it many years later.

"It's delicious." Situ Huoqing smiled sincerely at the water condensation.

"If you like it." Shui Ningyan smiled, and then said, "Okay, you sit down and eat first, and I'll borrow the kitchen of this restaurant to make longevity noodles for you." This noodle must be freshly made to be delicious. ”

Shui Ningyan turned around and was about to go out, when Situ Huoqing called her at this time, "Miss Shui." ”

"Something?" Shui Ningyan turned around and threw Situ Huoqing an inquiring look. "Thank you for celebrating my birthday, today is the happiest day of my life."

"You're welcome. It's like you blocked that poisoned arrow for me before, thank you. ”

"Can we be friends, then?" Situ Huoqing hesitated for a long time, and finally mustered up the courage to ask cautiously.

Shui Ningyan was stunned for a moment, and then bent his eyebrows and said, "Aren't we friends now?" ”

"Yes, we're friends now." A child-like smile appeared on Situ Huoqing's face.

At this moment, he actually felt that his heart was more comfortable and satisfied than he had ever been. He had always thought that if he obtained supreme power, he would be happy and satisfied. It turned out that he was wrong, and happiness and joy could be obtained so easily. Speechless all night.

In the early morning of the next day, Shui Ningyan had just gotten up, and Ruofeng and Ji Yu hurriedly ran over, and as soon as he entered the door, he said: "Master, Situ Huoqing is gone, and he only left you a letter." ”

As he spoke, Ruofeng handed a letter to Shui Ningyan's hand. I saw that the envelope was written on it, "Shui Ning Yan personally opened", took out the letterhead, and saw that it read: "Miss Shui, thank you very much for letting me meet you in my life, it was you who made me understand that power is not omnipotent, and suddenly I felt that I had lived so muddled in the past ten years, so I planned to seek a pure land, there would be no more power struggle, and I lived simply and happily." Also, you don't need to worry about my wounds anymore, in fact, my wounds should have healed long ago, but I want to stay with you for more time, so I secretly wipe off the good ointment every time. Now that I've figured it out, there's no feast in the world. We will meet by fate. Forgive me for not saying goodbye, for I am afraid that I will be reluctant to leave when I face you. Finally, I wish you peace and happiness in your life. ”

After reading it, Shui Ningyan was silent for a long time. Ruofeng and Jiyu couldn't help asking, "Master, what is written in the letter?" ”

"Situ Huoqing said that he would not return to the Qingwang Mansion in the future, he wanted to change his mind, give up the pursuit of power, and live the life of an ordinary person." As soon as these words came out, Ruofeng and Ji Yu couldn't help but applaud.

"This is good, if Concubine Ning, that old witch, knew that her son had made such a decision, she would probably be so angry that she would vomit blood."

"Isn't it? Concubine Ning wanted Situ Huoqing to win the throne, and now that Situ Huoqing saw through the powerful and gave up the battle for the throne, who else could Concubine Ning count on this time. In this way, Prince Situ will definitely inherit the throne at that time. In the future, Prince Situ will definitely be the emperor of the Dark Moon Kingdom. ”

Shui Ningyan's eyes dimmed slightly: "What's so good about being the emperor, if you have a choice, I hope he is not a prince, just an ordinary person, just the so-called unofficial and light." ”

When Ruofeng heard this, he laughed and said, "Master, according to your subordinates, I'm afraid you don't have confidence in Prince Situ." You are afraid that when Prince Situ becomes the emperor, there will be three thousand beauties in the harem. ”

Shui Ningyan pretended to be angry and said: "You girl talk nonsense again, be careful that I tear your mouth." ”

Ruofeng was not afraid, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, master, others may change when they become emperors, but Prince Situ will definitely end up with you." You should have faith in him. ”

Shui Ningyan pursed her lips and did not speak. In fact, Ruofeng just said her concern. The so-called facts are unpredictable, not because she is pessimistic, but because many mountain alliances and sea oaths have been defeated by reality. But since she has decided to try to date Situ Shaogong, she can only choose to trust him.