In the sixteenth year of the Qianyuan Dynasty, late July. Liu Chen, the king of letters, led tens of thousands of elite soldiers, went east out of Yongning Pass, and recovered the lost territory.

After the beginning of August, the army turned south and joined forces with the defenders of the eastern capital. Since then, the northern road connecting the two capitals has been restored. Huan Youxiang returned to the eastern capital, and Luoyang began to return to normal.

Xiao Yin and his entourage have already returned to live in the city. The housekeeper of the Huan family arranged it as usual, and it was the courtyard hall where Xiao Yin lived back then. The old place is back, and I like it even more in summer, and the garden is full of flowers, which is very lively and gratifying.

Under the corridor, there is a pool, the blue water is a small lotus, between the Lingling, there are golden swimming carp, twist and swing, slide over and slide past between the floating green of the pole, it is very cute. After dinner, a little girl came over to feed the fish, Xiao Yin, who was sitting on the porch, happened to see it, smiled and said, "Give it to me", then took the small clay pot containing the fish food, sat in front of the pool and threw the food.

Cai Apple was standing next to the stone table in the courtyard, preparing to use a delicate crystal jar to send the newly sent fruit, while placing it carefully, he said with a smile: "This time, Lord Huan has made such a contribution, I thought that when Lord Huan came back, there would be some big scene of reward and excitement." As a result, it was just a meal like yesterday. ”

When Xiao Yin heard this, he raised his head and smiled: "You little girl, don't you still want to have a dancing musician, how many days will you not be able to play and sing?" Are you as idle as we are? ”

"Yes. I heard that although Xiangye is back, the matter of sweeping up the remnants of the rebel party inside and outside the city is still handed over to the eldest prince, and he must be busy now," Cai Apple walked over and put the vacated fruit basket under the corridor, "I know that this eldest prince looks silent, but it is really powerful." No wonder, even the prince praised him in the past! ”

Looking at the sincerity and convincing on Cai Ping's face, Xiao Yin secretly laughed. Is it rare to be praised by your brother? Cai Apple really gave face to his brother who was the demon king of the world, and his words became golden mouthstom. Just as he was about to joke with her, an old servant of the Huan family came through the moon cave door in the southeast of the courtyard, passed the hall, stood and saluted, and waited for a reply.

Seeing this, Cai Apple walked over and asked carefully to understand, and gave him another reward before sending him away. Yuan walked back to the flower gallery, and didn't explain the reason for a long time, but smiled very sweetly.

"What's the matter?" Xiao Yin feigned anger, pulled the apple, and made a gesture to tickle her. While saying goodbye, Cai Fang said with a smile: "It was Du Hu who let the message come in." All of them are escorting and leading the black armor guards to suppress the party together, and Ming'er is going to travel. I can't enter the inner courtyard at this time, and I'm still waiting for news from the old servant outside the second gate. ”

Xiao Yin let go: "Tomorrow?" Did that pass from the north? ”

Cai Ping frowned, and thought carefully, "It seems to be from the north." By the way, it means that the capital is going west with the army of King Shin, who was camped in the north of the city. ”

"Quick, go get my coat out." Xiao Yin got up when he heard the words and hurriedly commanded.

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Tens of thousands of forbidden troops camped outside Luoyang City. The tent stretched for miles, and it was already vast from a distance. The camp is unfurled with flags and lined up with sharp blades and spears. Sergeants formed a team and patrolled back and forth. Military appearance and discipline are really on the verge of being discussed in the Gyeonggi Forbidden Army.

The deputy guard reported that the news came in, Liu Chen got up and walked out of the tent, and saw several black-armored guards coming from the roadway with a carriage with a blue roof. As soon as the curtain rolled up, a woman leaned out, looked at it again, and it was Xiao Yin, who had not been seen for a long time. In such a situation, he was able to reunite with friends, Liu Chen couldn't help but feel that the gloom of the days was swept away, he stepped forward quickly, ignoring any courtesy, and stretched out his hand to help Xiao Yin get out of the car.

Who knew that a man in a dark riding suit stood in front of him, and after saluting Liu Chen in a deep voice, he turned around and bowed, and helped Xiao Yin get out of the car. Liu Chen felt sincere and enthusiastic, but he inexplicably touched a soft nail, so he had to withdraw his outstretched hand. This Imperial City Division Black Armor Guard is really interesting, Liu Chen was not annoyed, but laughed.

Xiao Yin thought carefully that the last time he saw Liu Chen, it was when he saw off his brother. At that time, the situation was embarrassing, and Liu Chen was also depressed. Now that they are reunited, seeing him smiling like this, Xiao Yin also feels relaxed, in the end, Chang'an has been in Chang'an for two years, and this poetry and wine confidant is good.

Although Liu Chen's camp tent is simple, it is elegant. The screen is blocked, and the yellow wood small table is arranged in the outer half, which is just for the assembly meeting. Sure enough, it was a barracks, with guns and swords hanging, full of the air of a soldier. Only the earthen bottle standing next to the table has a few long and short branches inserted in it, and bears small fruits like dotted coral beads, which is really chic and lovely. Xiao Yin couldn't recognize the branches and vines of the tree, but felt that it was like picking them by the side of the road, and couldn't help but laugh secretly.

"I didn't expect that it would be you who led the troops." Xiao Yin said with a smile while reaching out to catch the small fruit on the twig.

Liu Chen turned around and let the left and right retreat. I picked up the teacup on the case, poured half a cup of tea, and handed it to Xiao Yin: "I didn't expect it either." But after seeing each other for so long, you haven't congratulated me on such a rare opportunity to make a contribution. ”

Xiao Yin took the tea, bent his eyebrows, looked at Liu Chen, and smiled: "Outstanding military merits are at your fingertips, if you fall behind others, I will definitely congratulate you." But no matter how dull I am, I know that the best thing to do is to seek kindness. Now such an embarrassing errand falls on the Seventh Highness, but it is torture. ”

Liu Chen's eyes were blazing, looking at Xiao Yin, and he couldn't help laughing: "You really know me." In the army, it is inconvenient to drink, so this tea is used instead. ”

The two laughed and drank to each other.

"It's a good tea." Xiao Yin was suddenly a little stunned, "However, I just don't know when the next time I will drink with you." ”

"After you send the imperial sister-in-law south," Liu Chen hesitated, "will you go back to Chang'an?" ”

Xiao Yin was silent, squatted down in front of the earthen bottle, fiddled with it, and replied after a while: "I don't know either." Come to think of it, now that my brother is not in Chang'an, my sister is ...... I thought that if the Holy Will allowed it, maybe I would be willing to stay in Qilan. ”

"There is no one next to Chang'an, do you hesitate?" Liu Chen's expression was a little strange.

"Yes, auntie. However, my aunt has a little prince by her side, and she has the emperor's love, so she will definitely be fine. Xiao Yin turned his head to look up at Liu Chen, and a smile appeared on his face again, "And Your Royal Highness." Years of Qilan wine, I always have to think of you often. ”

"I didn't mean ......" Liu Chen seemed to be a little anxious, looking at the leisurely smile on Xiao Yin's face, but he stopped talking, as if laughing at himself, and whispered to himself, "It's okay, but there is no need to say it." I pride myself on being quite transparent about everything, but I also became an idiot who worries about others. ”

Xiao Yin straightened his color and changed his words: "Actually, I just thought that maybe it would be difficult to meet again if I went south soon, so I had to come to the camp with the black armor guard in every difficulty." First, it can be regarded as a farewell to you; Second, it is entrusted by people and loyal to people. ”

Xiao Yin took out the piece of red jade from his sleeve.