Just when the Zhang family was intensively investigating the dowry, Gu Wanyin was extremely idle. I can't help but think about it.

She and Mrs. Zhou are about to live in the palace for a month and a half.

Not only was she worried, but even the old lady had lost a lot of weight. The old lady became more and more devout and became a Buddha. Every day after waking up in the morning, it is necessary to recite a jingén first, and then use breakfast. After breakfast, I continued to recite the scriptures, but no one got up for a long time.

And she had nothing to do, but made a few clothes and two pairs of shoes for Zhou Ruijing. I just occasionally look at the shoes and clothes, but I can't help but think, when will Zhou Ruijing return?

Gu Wanyin calculated that even if she walked slowly, the King of Qin and the King of Jin would almost reach the boundary of Hebei. If you go fast, there will be news back in the next few days.

In the evening of this day, Gu Wanyin was doing needlework and doing a good job, but somehow she missed it and suddenly stuck it on her fingers. Suddenly, a little red came out, and the snow-white fingers were a little shocking. She hurriedly put her finger to her lips and sucked it in, but her originally calm mind gradually became uneasy.

At this moment, the female official who was waiting for the old lady hurriedly ran over and said, "The old princess invites the princess to come over." ”

Gu Wanyin hurriedly put the needlework away, got up and went to the old lady's house.

However, as soon as he entered the house. Gu Wanyin hadn't said hello to the old lady yet, but she looked down and saw an object. Prayer beads. In the past, a string of sandalwood Buddhist beads worn by the old lady all year round was scattered all over the place at this time. It looks like the thread is broken. Gu Wanyin's heart sank at the moment, but soon she looked away. Facing the old lady, he said goodbye.

The old lady frowned, pointed to the Buddha beads on the ground and sighed: "This Buddha bead suddenly broke." If it is explained according to the Buddhist scriptures, it is a bad omen. I have been wearing this Buddha bead for many years, and I have long had a spiritual xing. I can't say it's really ......."

Gu Wanyin's heart sank a little again, but she still smiled reluctantly: "Maybe it's worn all year round, and it's not necessarily that the thread is rotten." ”

"That thread is made of nine thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine strands of ice silk, and ordinary people just pull it hard, and I only changed this thread this year." The old lady smiled wryly. Then his lips moved slightly, and he said such a sentence.

Gu Wanyin was already speechless. Not only was the old lady's Buddha bead broken, but she herself was also pierced just now. You know, except for the time when she was a beginner, she hasn't been pierced for many years. She had heard people say that if something bad happened all of a sudden. There will be no signs – such as a sudden fall on the porcelain in the home, or a needle and thread pricking the hand, or a broken bead. Or some other weird phenomenon.

Could it be Zhou Ruijing......

As soon as this thought surfaced, Gu Wanyin hurriedly suppressed it, putting it aside and not thinking about it anymore. One way or another. It will never be this reason. Zhou Ruijing, it will be fine.

It's like trying to convince yourself. Gu Wanyin looked at the old lady almost forcefully and said, "The prince will definitely return safely." ”

The old lady was stunned for a moment, and then nodded: "I hope so." Just looking at that look, she didn't believe it anymore; The old lady believes in Buddhism, and naturally believes in such a bad omen. Besides, after such a long time, there is no news of Zhou Ruijing, and it is not surprising that the old lady will have such negative thoughts.

Just when the two of them couldn't say anything, suddenly the female official outside came in and replied: "The queen mother asked the old princess to come over and speak." ”

The old lady was stunned for a moment, and was about to get up when she saw another female officer come in. also replied: "The concubine Niangniang asked the princess to come over and speak." ”

Gu Wanyin glanced at the old lady with some astonishment, and then she only felt that her heart sank, and an idea almost rushed out. It's just that in the end, she endured it in her heart.

"Go ahead." Moment of truth. The old lady calmed down, got up and patted the hem of her skirt. Straightened his back and walked out. On the other hand, he said to Gu Wanyin.

Gu Wanyin was infected by the old lady, but she also calmed down, and also straightened her back and followed the old lady and walked out.

Naturally, as soon as the two left the palace gate, they parted ways. One went to the Empress Dowager's Palace, and the other went to Duan Guifei's Palace.

The Queen Mother and Duan Guifei summoned at the same time, something big must have happened. Otherwise, it would not be such a coincidence. After all, it was past dinner time, and the Queen Mother had always gone to the Buddhist hall to recite scriptures after dinner, and then fell asleep. As for Duan Guifei, maybe the saint will pass at night, so she usually doesn't summon anyone at night. Unless, something urgent happens.

So. At this moment, what kind of urgent matter can be worth it for the Queen Mother and Duan Guifei to be so nervous that they can't even wait for a night? Moreover, the summoned people were the old lady and her respectively. Perhaps, this matter has something to do with the Zhou family? If that's the case, then it's Zhou Ruijing's business?

Even though she tried her best to restrain herself, Gu Wanyin's heart couldn't help but sink. The pace is also heavy.

finally arrived in Duan Guifei's palace, but Gu Wanyin was already sweating.

Looking at the palatial palace, she suddenly had a feeling that she couldn't take a step. She was afraid to hear something she didn't want to hear.

The female official guarding outside the door saw that she was not moving, so she urged: "The princess and concubine go in quickly, the concubine is waiting." ”

Gu Wanyin had to sort out her thoughts and reluctantly entered the house. At this time, even if she wanted to escape, there was no way to escape.

As soon as I entered, I saw Duan Guifei sitting on a chair with a smile on her face. Seeing her, the smile was even more vigorous, and without waiting for her to salute, he smiled and said, "Zhou Ruijing has news." ”

Duan Guifei's smile made Gu Wanyin suddenly feel a sense of hope, although she was still apprehensive in her heart, but in the end, it was no longer heavy, but gradually excited-if it wasn't a good thing, how could Duan Guifei smile like this? It seems that Zhou Ruijing is safe and sound? Almost impatient, Gu Wanyin asked, "Is the prince safe?" ”

As soon as the words came out, she suddenly realized that she was abrupt, she lost her manners, she was busy at the moment, and she respectfully confessed: "The concubine forgives her sins, and the concubine has lost her manners." ”

"It's okay, you're also worried about Zhou Ruijing." Duan Guifei smiled and waved her hand, looking kind and tolerant: "Zhou Ruijing has already met with King Qin and King Jin." Moreover, someone was sent to send something back quickly. It is the criminal evidence that Hebei officials are in a state of concerted action, deceiving their superiors and subordinates, embezzling money from the dam, and collecting the people's fat and ointment. The saint Longyan Dayue said that Zhou Ruijing had made a great contribution this time. ”

Gu Wanyinzai listened carefully, but she seemed to be stunned, and she didn't move for a long time. Obviously it was a good thing, but she gradually burst into tears. The strength in his body seems to have been drained. At this moment, I just want to find a place where no one is there to cry and vent all the worries in my heart.

These days, she is really worried all the time. worried about Zhou Ruijing's safety and the suspicion of the Zhou family......

Such worries have disappeared all at once, and she feels as if she has been unburdened.

Despite her patience, she couldn't help but cry with joy.

Duan Guifei was extremely understanding and tolerant, and said with a smile: "It's also appropriate to cry well." These days, you have such worries, and you should be venting. Just don't cry for too long, it will hurt your body and eyes. ”

Although Gu Wanyin couldn't bear it, she also understood where she was now, so she only cried a little and wiped away her tears, and said with a smile: "Thank you for your understanding." "If you guessed correctly, I think the old lady heard it, and it is such good news, right?

It's just that...... Gu Wanyin hesitated for a moment, but still asked Duan Guifei softly: "Did the prince of the world say, when will he be able to return?" ”

Duan Guifei laughed all of a sudden, glanced at her, and her eyes were full of teasing: "I didn't say this, what's the matter, I miss your husband?" ”

Gu Wanyin's face turned red, and she lowered her head shyly, muttering speechless. But though she didn't speak, the look of disappointment on her face said it all.

Duan Guifei saw it in her eyes, and naturally smiled a little deeper, and then added with a smile: "However, the saint has already passed the legend of flying pigeons, and ordered Zhou Ruijing to hand over the matter to King Qin and King Jin, and then return to Beijing quickly." ”

In other words, Zhou Ruijing will be able to return within half a month.

Gu Wanyin was stunned for a while, as if she hadn't heard clearly at all, and it took a long time to come back to her senses, and she couldn't help but smile brightly on her face, and she was in a good mood.

"Zhou Ruijing's trip is indeed hard, and you and the old princess have been worried, and the Holy Lord understands this, so he let Zhou Ruijing return to Beijing. Otherwise, you will have to wait until the matter is settled. Duan Guifei said with a smile, and she couldn't see any difference on her face.

Gu Wanyin didn't look out of the slightest, but got up and saluted gratefully: "The saint is compassionate, and the concubine is grateful." also asked the concubine Niangniang to convey one or two for the concubine. ”

Duan Guifei's smile did not decrease: "Okay, you can sleep well today." After a while, the saint will come up, and I will say to you for yourself, you go back and rest. ”

Gu Wanyin withdrew.

It wasn't until she returned to where she lived and retreated from her left and right that she sighed softly. The saint asked Zhou Ruijing to return to Beijing quickly, not because he was sympathetic to Zhou Ruijing, but because he was afraid that Zhou Ruijing would have different intentions. This time, although Zhou Ruijing did not have the slightest abnormality, but the rumors were spreading, how much did it touch the suspicion of the saint? That's why he's so tempting.

Otherwise, Zhou Ruijing would not have come back like this. After all, Zhou Ruijing has been over there for so long, how can he know the situation over there better than King Qin and King Jin, and be more handy in handling things, right?

But the Holy One let him come back. If he comes back directly, it will be fine, but if he disobeys the order and is greedy for merit......

The results can be imagined.;