Chapter 176: Nocturne

A-Xing shrank back. He smiled and said softly, "Prince, you seem to be drunk." ”

Bultai was slightly stunned, then retracted his body, and said with a chuckle: "I didn't expect Tang Guo to drink it so mellowly, and the stamina would be so great." Xiao Wang was a little out of shape, and asked the girl to forgive him. ”

Ah Xing saw that his words were sincere, and his actions just now didn't seem to be intentional, so she smiled and said, "It's okay, if the prince feels unwell, he can drink a cup of tea to relieve his hangover, maybe it will be more comfortable." ”

Bultai shook his head lightly, "Thank you for your concern, but Xiao Wang has been drinking since he was a child, and although the stamina of this wine is sufficient, it is still difficult for Xiao Wang." ”

A-Xing nodded and withdrew her gaze. His eyes inadvertently glanced at Shen Yuanfeng on the other side, but they came into contact with Shen Yuanfeng's indifferent gaze. He glanced coldly at Bourtai, then looked at her again, and then tugged at the corners of his mouth to reveal a stiff smile. The disdain revealed in the smile made Ah Xing's heart very uncomfortable. She looked away with a blank face and looked at the performance in the field.

Shen Yuanfeng's smile froze at the corner of his mouth, his face instantly turned pale, and his hand holding the cup became tighter and tighter, almost crushing the cup.

She didn't care about his gaze at all!

This realization made him angry, and he almost couldn't suppress the emotions surging in his heart!

Shen Yuanfeng, you watched with wide eyes, you didn't see her clearly in the past, but now you can see it clearly, she is such a woman, you die, die!

Ah Xing felt Shen Yuanfeng's cold and sharp gaze, which was like thousands of sharp needles, making her sit still and making her want to run away. She kept telling herself, hold on, you must hold on, you can't let him see that she cares a little, she can't let him see any flaws! He and she were no longer possible, and she couldn't make the same mistake again!

So, the more flustered her heart was, the calmer she was on the surface; The more her heart ached, the more relaxed the expression on her face. She watched the performance leisurely, and leisurely talked to Bourtai next to her, seemingly not caring about Shen Yuanfeng's existence at all.

Slowly, the anger in Shen Yuanfeng's heart gradually disappeared. In its place was a deep sorrow, sorrow for his past feelings, and sorrow for his inability to let go at this time.

He was like being isolated in a quiet and barren space at this time, and the jubilant atmosphere around him, the laughter and laughter of the people around him seemed to be in a very distant place, and he could not see but feel it. He suddenly felt bored, and after saying to Zhang Zhao beside him that he wanted to go out to take a breath, he stood up and quietly left the banquet hall.

A-Xing's gaze followed his back until he disappeared into the door of the banquet hall. She turned her head and lowered her eyes, showing a faint loneliness on her face.

Buurtai next to her quietly watched her look, then raised his eyes in the direction of the door, and raised his eyebrows imperceptibly.

The wonderful juggling won everyone's applause. After the juggling, two rows of maids came in to bring snacks and wine to everyone. After Zhang Xiang raised his glass and toasted the two princes, he began to chat with the two princes.

Zhang Xiangxiao praised Gogatai's bravery and good fighting, and especially mentioned Gogatai's two victories with neighboring tribes this year. Speaking of these two victories, it is to the heart of Gogatai, these two victories are the most proud things in his life, and it is also these two victories that make him famous among the nobles. laid the foundation for his struggle for the throne. Prince Gogatai suddenly came to his senses, and his hands danced, and his eyes lit up as he showed how he had bravely slaughtered the leader of the other party under his horse, how he had slaughtered the men of the other tribe, and how he had taken the throne of the other party's women and financial cattle.

Ge Jiatai worked so hard to show his achievements, just to let Tang Guo know how powerful he was, and also to let Tang Guo no longer dare to underestimate them Jin Guo, Jin Guo has been subjugated to Tang Guo for more than a hundred years, and surrendered to the hands of these weak scholars, which made Prince Ge Gatai very unwilling, so he took this opportunity to show his courage to the Tang people. Looking at the fearful faces of some Tang officials on the other side, he only felt unusually happy in his heart.

Ah Xing on the side frowned when he heard this, this prince is so belligerent and aggressive, if he is allowed to ascend the throne, he is afraid that he will soon attack the Tang Kingdom! She couldn't help but raise her head to peek at Zhang Xiang's face, but saw that although Zhang Xiang had been listening to Prince Gogatai's speech with a smile on his face, his eyes were cold, and he was afraid that the same thought was also turning in his heart.

After Prince Gogatai finished speaking, Zhang Xiang looked at Burtai again and asked, "I heard that the prince also participated in one of the battles, but after the great victory, he did not let his subordinates kill the opponent's men, nor did he allow his subordinates to rob the opponent's property and livestock, I wonder if what I heard is true?" ”

When Ge Jiatai heard Zhang Xiang mention this, he frowned, turned his head to look at Bultai, and snorted disdainfully, just as Bultai's actions had lost the face of the Jin Kingdom.

Ah Xing listened to Zhang Xiang's words, and couldn't help but turn her head to look at Bultai. I was amazed in my heart, if what Zhang Xiang said was true, then Bultai's behavior was really rare! You know, the ultimate goal of such an inter-tribal war is to rob the other side of the woman and property, and slaughter the other side's men so that the other party can never recover. Bourtai's actions can be described as merciful!

Bultai faced Zhang Xiang, smiled lightly, and replied: "Speaking of this matter, Xiao Wang is really difficult to talk about, because of this incident, Xiao Wang is still complained by the generals under his account, saying that because of the kindness of my woman, they have won a battle in vain!" ”

Zhang Xiang straightened up slightly: "So, the rumors are true?" Some of the civil officials of the Tang State below also showed attentive expressions.

Bultai's face was dark, he looked at Zhang Xiang and said, "What Zhang Xiang heard is indeed true. Xiao Wang just thinks that everyone is a citizen of the grassland, and they should value peace, and they really shouldn't kill each other, and I don't kill those men because they are not warriors, and they don't rob their property and livestock, but just hope that they can continue to live well, so as to resolve the grievances between us, and don't have disputes in the future. No more unnecessary bloodshed and casualties! ”

The compassion in his words deeply touched all the Tang people present, and also deeply moved Ah Xing, Ah Xing couldn't help but think that if Burtai could be made the emperor of the Jin State, then at least during his tenure, with his character, there would be no large-scale war with the Tang State. It's a pity that it's unlikely that he'll ascend to the throne......

An official on the opposite side slapped the table and praised: "The prince's benevolence and benevolence are really admired by the lower officials, and the lower officials salute the prince with a cup." "Say that you will do it first for respect, and you will see the bottom of a glass. Prince Bourtai had no choice but to take his glass and make a toast. Then more officials wanted to toast him, and for a time Bourtai's limelight faintly suppressed Gogatai. Gogatai's face darkened slightly. Bur Tai knew that this royal brother was narrow-minded. His face couldn't help showing embarrassment, Zhang Xiang saw it, and hurriedly relieved the siege, he smiled at a cadre: "Don't get our guest drunk and scare him, he won't dare to come to our Tang Kingdom in the future!" ”

When the officials saw Zhang Xiang say this, they all laughed, and they stopped toasting to Burtai, sat down one after another, and continued to talk about the topic just now. Later, under the gradual guidance of Bourtai, the topic returned to Gogathai, who continued to froth at the mouth of his great achievements, in order to wash away the shame of Bourtai's weakness.

Ah Xing filled Burtai with wine, then picked up his wine glass and looked at Burtai and said sincerely: "Prince, I salute you for this glass." In Ah Xing's mind, it is not a siege of the city, the more people who kill are heroes, only like the prince, who is benevolent and righteous, does not kill innocents indiscriminately, does not provoke disputes at will, loves peace, and even for these people who ignore their own interests are real heroes, real heroes! I hope that the prince will always be the hero in A-Xing's heart! As a tribute to A-Xing, I won't cheat on this cup! She smiled softly, brought the cup to her lips, frowned, and drank the wine from the glass. Then the quilt is turned upside down, and there is no trickle left.

The wine quickly ignited a wave of heat, slowly staining her cheeks red, and she looked as delicate as a flower at this time.

Bourtai looked at her steadily, his eyes as deep as a well, and shone with a special light, and he drank the wine from his glass proudly, and then looked at her, and said softly, "I will never forget the girl's words." "The deep, deep voice seems to be moving.

The banquet ended in a cheerful atmosphere.

Ah Xing was already a little drunk. My mind was dizzy, my steps were a little erratic, and my emotions were inexplicably excited. She knew that the glass of wine just now was too drunk, so she was a little drunk, and she couldn't help but lose her temper, she stood aside, wanting to wait until everyone was gone before leaving. Bultai walked up to her side and asked worriedly, "Ah Xing, are you okay, can I send you home?" But as soon as the words fell, the thin man who had been following him pulled his sleeve, and then motioned to Zhang Xiang, it turned out that Zhang Xiang was preparing to send the two princes out in person, and was waiting for him.

Seeing this, Ah Xing smiled and said, "The prince doesn't have to worry about Ah Xing, Ah Xing didn't come alone, I can go home safely." ”

Bourtai nodded, turned and walked towards Zhang Xiang. Zhang Xiang and a group of officials Song and the two princes left, but after a while, Zhang Zhao sneaked back to Ah Xing's side.

Ah Xing smiled when she saw him, in fact, her emotions at this time couldn't help but want to laugh, dizzy, like in the clouds. There is a sense of ease and ease.

"Master Zhang, why haven't you left yet?"

Zhang Zhao looked her up and down and said, "Just like you, how can I rest assured that you will leave alone, I will send you to find your personal bodyguard." Zhang Zhao loves to joke, and every time he calls the Chen sisters as personal bodyguards.

Ah Xing couldn't help but be moved, and said gratefully: "Master Zhang, thank you for always being so good to Ah Xing." ”

Zhang Zhao's round face, which had always been smiling, rarely showed a serious expression, he looked at A Xing and whispered: "A Xing, I just appreciate you, you have always only remembered the good of others, but you have not mentioned your own benefits to others." If you don't mention it, it doesn't mean that I didn't take it to heart, I clearly remember that if you hadn't lent me 10,000 taels of silver at the beginning of this year, I'm afraid that I would have really exported all the land under my name. If my dad knew about it, I would be good-looking! He sighed, "I'm not smart, I'm not good at literature, I'm not good at martial arts, I relied on my father's shadow to mix up such a petty official, it's not salty or light, my brothers are more capable than me, if I let my father know that I lost so much silver, I'm afraid it will really kick me out!" He raised his head, looked at A-Xing, and smiled lightly: "You didn't say a word, so you gave me 10,000 taels of silver, this kindness, Zhang Zhao will never forget it for the rest of his life!" ”

Ah Xing shook his head and said: "This 10,000 taels of silver is nothing compared to what adults do for Ah Xing, if it weren't for adults, Ah Xing wouldn't have been able to gain a firm foothold in Tiandu so quickly, and he wouldn't have today's achievements." As a scholar, the adult never looked down on Ah Xing, which is also what touched Ah Xing the most! And why should adults be arrogant, the ability of adults is very amazing in Ah Xing's opinion! ”

Zhang Zhao was overjoyed and asked, "My ability?" What am I capable of? ”

Ah Xing walked forward, Zhang Zhao followed, and the two slowly walked out of the banquet hall.

Outside the banquet hall, it was pitch black except for the light. In the distance, only the outlines of houses and trees can be seen.

The two walked slowly forward.

Ah Xing continued: "Adults are warm and sincere, and very good at socializing, people who have interacted with you can't help but have a good impression of you, trust you, if you are doing business, you can definitely become a big businessman who dominates one side, this point, Ah Xing is far inferior!" ”

Zhang Zhao scratched his head and sighed: "It's a pity that I, as Zhang Xiang's son, can't do business." ”

"This kind of character is also rare in officialdom, although it is difficult to become a powerful minister, but it may be able to ensure a lifetime of leisure and peace."

Zhang Zhaoha laughed: "Ah Xing, you can really comfort people, but ......" He put his hands behind him, thought for a while and said: "But there is really a lifetime of leisure and peace, which is not bad." ”

A-Xing looked back and smiled.

Zhang Zhao looked at Ah Xing's bright smile, his head was a little dizzy, and he whispered behind him: "Only you will comfort me like this." However, I also understand that I have wronged you by letting a woman like you be my concubine...... But like now, it's not bad. ”

A-Xing just laughed and didn't make a sound.

As if he had thought of something, Zhang Zhao suddenly became excited, he took two quick steps, rushed to the front of Ah Xing, turned to look at her and said: "As soon as you sit next to Prince Burtai today, I paid special attention to it, the eyes of those Jin people are straight, and they finally understand what a real beauty is!" There was a sense of pride in his words.

Ah Xing thought of the beautiful woman sitting next to Ge Jiatai, but felt that her beauty was a kind of style, and she would not be inferior to herself in the slightest, but Zhang Zhao didn't seem to like this type of woman.

Just thinking about it, suddenly a gust of wind blew in her face, Ah Xing's wine surged, her head was even more dizzy, her stomach was churning, and she was very uncomfortable. Her body shook involuntarily. She hurriedly held on to the fake stone on the side of the road and rested.

Zhang Zhao saw that her appearance was a little inappropriate, and it was difficult for him to step forward to help her because of the difference between men and women, he thought about it and said, "Ah Xing, this way, I see that you are uncomfortable, you don't move around anymore, I'll go and call the pair of sisters, you wait for me here." ”

Ah Xing endured the discomfort in her stomach and nodded.

After Zhang Zhao left, Ah Xing used the mental method taught to her by the Chen sisters, and breathed a little, and the discomfort decreased slightly. She is old, past the best age to practice martial arts, although this kind of internal strength can not make her a master, but daily pranayama can strengthen the body, and according to the Chen sisters, it can also delay aging, as a woman, how can she not be moved. Ah Xing has been practicing this internal strength for two years. Now, although she can't fly over the wall, it is still difficult for her to climb over the wall.

After Ah Xing waited for her body to feel a little better, she slowly looked around, this place was already some distance away from the banquet hall, and the lights there couldn't shine here, and it was dark all around. After a while, her eyes slowly adjusted to the darkness and realized that it was beside a small garden. She sat down on a low rock. Raising his head to look at the bright moon and bright stars in the sky, his thoughts gradually flew to the small river outside Jincheng, that night was also such a beautiful moonlight, he took her to sit on the treetops, under the starlight in the sky, played a beautiful flute sound......

To this day, the lingering and mournful sound of the flute still seems to linger in her ears

She couldn't help but hum softly the tune he had played that day, and although she had only heard it once, it seemed to be engraved in her heart, and she couldn't forget it.

She hummed softly, her mind recalling his affectionate and intoxicating gaze that day, her voice became more gentle, and her face showed tenderness.

"I can't believe it, you still remember this song!" Suddenly, Shen Yuanfeng's deep voice came from above.

Ah Xing was startled, stood up with a bang, raised her head and looked at the place where the voice came from.

I saw Shen Yuanfeng lying on the tree next to him, his clothes fluttering in the wind. He seemed to be looking at her, but his face was hidden in the darkness, and his expression was indistinguishable.

Ah Xing was a little flustered, and she didn't know how to deal with this situation for a while, and her brain seemed to be even more dizzy.

Shen Yuanfeng jumped down from the tree, easily landed 3 meters away from her, and then turned around and faced her.

The bright moonlight sprinkled on his body, illuminating his face slightly. It also made the expression on his face look even colder.

A Xing's heart swelled with a sourness, he had never used this kind of face to her in his memory, he was always smiling when he looked at her, his sapphire eyes would have a moving brilliance, he would call her in a very gentle tone, Ah Xing, Ah Xing, Ah Xing......

But now he looked at her with a gaze that was so cold that it seemed to freeze her heart.

"Why don't you speak, what, is it embarrassing for you to face me?" He took two steps closer to her.

Ah Xing took a deep breath and saluted him, "Lord Shen! ”

Shen Yuanfeng's body suddenly exuded a fierce aura, he rushed in front of her like a gust of wind, he grabbed her arm tightly, his face was terrifyingly condensed,

"I was humming the tune I was playing just now, but now I'm pretending to be very rusty. Li Xing, is this your usual method of dealing with men? ”

His voice revealed a kind of contempt, but also a faint hatred. His hand was like a pincer, and it hurt her a lot, but it didn't hurt more than a tenth of her heartache.

However, she smiled lightly and said, "Shen Yuanfeng, you won't still hold a grudge against us for what happened before!" As soon as the words came out, she couldn't help but regret a little, why did she continue to hurt him? Let it pass, let it pass......

She raised her head, looked at him, held back the sourness in her eyes, and said very calmly: "Forget it, Shen Yuanfeng, it's me who is sorry for you, but the past has passed, you will treat me as a stranger in the future, don't pay attention to me anymore." ”

She wanted to break free from his hands, but how could it be so easy to break free when he grabbed her? His hand didn't move, he looked at her, his eyes glittering in the moonlight, and there was an inexplicable look in the depths of his eyes.

"Why are you humming that tune when it's over?"

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