After finishing his official business in the capital, in the rest of the days, Zhao Xu spent most of his time in the Shangshu Mansion of the Criminal Department.

With Lingyun and Huanyu, they either chatted on their knees, or used wine as a song, or played the piano and discussed Yi; Sometimes when the interest comes up, Zhao Xu and Ling Yun compete in the garden and learn martial arts, which feels really comfortable.

When he was bored, Zhao Xu took Lingyun to the streets and alleys of the capital to take a look at the local customs, places of interest, and let go of the heart that was too far away from happiness and innocence.

On this day, Ling Yun and Zhao Xu were chatting freely in the back garden, and Huanyu was playing the piano on the side. When the wine was hot, Zhao Xu said with a smile: "I suddenly remembered a poem by my predecessors, which can be borrowed to express our mood at this time." ”

After that, he was full of pride and frustration and sang Cao Cao's famous poem [Short Song Xing]:

When you sing about wine, what is your life?

For example, the morning dew is bitter in the past.

Be generous and unforgettable.

How to solve the problem? Only Du Kang.

Qingqing Zijin, leisurely my heart.

But for the sake of the king, he has been groaning so far. ……

After chanting, everyone clapped their hands and laughed.

After staying in the capital for a few days, an urgent report suddenly came from the border pass, saying that the Khitan thieves were coming, and Zhao Xu was urgently summoned to go back quickly. Although everyone was reluctant, they also had to endure the pain of separation.

Before leaving, Ling Yun and Huanyu prepared a table of banquets and practiced for Zhao Xu in the back garden of the Shangshu Mansion of the Criminal Department.

Ling Yun raised his glass and said: "Persuade you to drink a glass of wine, and there is no one to go out of Yangguan in the west." Although Brother Zhao and the younger brother have known each other for a short time, they have a deep affection, and the younger brother is here to give his brother a cup, I wish Brother Zhao a smooth sailing, and I hope we will have a period in the future. ”

Zhao Xu took the wine glass and drank it all.

Huanyu also poured a full glass of wine, handed it forward and said, "Brother Huang, little sister also toast a glass." The imperial brother has lived at the border for a long time, and he has not come back for a long time, and now he has time to come back, but he comes and goes in a hurry, which is a pity. After drinking Xiaomei's wine, you must remember to come back often when you have time! ”

Zhao Xu took it and drank it, and said with a smile: "Thank you, Imperial Sister." The affectionate and righteous foolish brothers of the two are in their hearts; Parting, there is a favorite thing to give to the royal sister as a souvenir, hoping that the royal sister will smile. ”

As he spoke, he slowly took out an object from his arms, held it in both hands, as if he were holding a newborn baby, and carefully handed it over.

Huanyu took it curiously, and couldn't help but be surprised and happy when she saw it. It turned out that the favorite thing that Zhao Xu gave her was the Hetian Yu Ruyi that she had been thinking about all day long!

Looking at this exquisite, crystal beautiful treasure, she was stunned for a while, and only after a while did she say: "Brother Huang, are you really willing to give me this treasure?" ”

Zhao Xu smiled and nodded.

There seemed to be a fine wave of light flickering in Huanyu's apricot eyes; Her voice was almost choked up in excitement, "But—"

Zhao Xu's clean and clear eyes looked at Huanyu with warmth, and said sincerely: "You don't have to mind too much, in fact, this jade Ruyi should have been owned by you, but it was only stored with me for a few days." ”

"Oh? What the hell is going on? Huanyu's smart eyes flashed, and she hurriedly asked the following.

Zhao Xu glanced at Ling Yun meaningfully and said, "Do you remember the last time I competed with my sister-in-law?" ”

Ling Yun's originally indifferent and detached eyes jumped over a disguised brilliance at this time, and hurriedly interrupted him: "Brother Zhao-"

Zhao Xu laughed heartily and said: "There are no outsiders here, sister-in-law, just let me vomit as soon as possible - otherwise this knot will suffocate me if I keep it in my heart." ”

Speaking of this, he paused slightly, and his clear eyes flashed with a brilliance full of relief and admiration, "My sister-in-law's martial arts are indeed superior to me, if it wasn't for my sister-in-law's mercy at that time, the foolish brother was afraid that he would make a fool of himself in front of everyone at that time......"

It turned out that on that day, Ling Yun and Zhao Xu were competing in the back garden; At the last moment, Ling Yun cast a "Snow Embrace Blue Pass", and the sword slid towards the tip of Zhao Xu's sword.

This sword could have hit Zhao Xu's chest, but he moved a little slowly, and made a shadow in front of Zhao Xu's chest, giving Zhao Xu a chance to dodge, and Zhao Xu blocked Ling Yun's sharp sword blade with a style of "Cloud Crossing Qinling" - in other words, if it wasn't for Ling Yun's mercy at that time, Zhao Xu would probably be splattered with blood on the spot.

At that time, Zhao Xu didn't notice the mercy of Ling Yun's subordinates, and it wasn't until he returned to his residence at night to change his clothes that he found that the placket of his clothes had been cut through a deep hole - and then recalled the situation during the daytime martial arts competition, he immediately realized.

Zhao Xu said: "My sister-in-law obviously won at that time, but I never mentioned it, which shows that my sister-in-law is open-minded and humble - and my sister-in-law's heart is also understood." Besides, according to our original agreement, if my sister-in-law wins this competition, this jade ruyi should belong to the royal sister - now that I am leaving the capital, if I don't make things clear, won't it make me feel uneasy all the time? ”

Ling Yun smiled slightly and said: "Brother Zhao's words are serious, in fact, the martial arts of the junior brother and Brother Zhao are between the best of the best, and occasionally having the upper hand in one move does not mean anything; And at that time, the younger brother was just a fluke to win, and it has been so long, so why bother to pick up the topic again? However, Brother Zhao is bright and open-minded - Brother Zhao's high style and bright festival really make the younger brother admire. ”

Zhao Xu said sincerely: "Zhao can make a friend like his sister-in-law, what regrets in this life?" ”

Ling Yunqing said with a smile: "Each other." ”

The corners of Huanyu's mouth raised slightly, and she said impatiently: "Look, you two are going to praise each other again, can't you say something else?" ”

Zhao Xu said: "Say something else?" Well, I was about to ask the royal sister, how should you cherish this coveted treasure when you get it? ”

Huanyu looked up at that beautiful and childish face and thought about it seriously; Then he walked up to Ling Yun and carefully put the Hetian jade Ruyi on the jade belt around Ling Yun's waist.

Ling Yun couldn't help but be stunned for a moment, and turned his face to look at her stupidly.

Huanyu's bright eyes stared at Ling Yun's eyes, and said with affection: "Junma, let this jade Ruyi always wear it on your body, drive away evil spirits and avoid evil for you, and keep you safe and secure for the rest ......of your life."

Zhao Xu teased with a bit of jealousy, envy and hatred: "Sister-in-law, my sister's affection for you is enough to move the heavens and the earth, and I want to die of envy for my brother!" But I tell you, you must treat my royal sister well! If one day I let me know what you are sorry for her, I will not let you go first! ”

The speaker has no intention, but the listener has the intention; Zhao Xu's unintentional words inadvertently aroused Ling Yun's heart.

He couldn't help but think of Lian Nanchun again, and remembered the vows between him and her that he had been forever, single-mindedly, and unswervingly in love...... I can't tell what it's like in my heart.

Ling Yun's expression couldn't help but become extremely ugly, and his expression was empty and his eyes drooped; He just smiled bitterly and said no more......

The next day, Zhao Xu left Beijing and rushed to Sanguan. The prince of Jinling, Lu Wenzheng, He Yuting, Ling Yun, Huanyu and others, or important ministers in the court, or close relatives and friends all went to see him off. Precisely:

Jinghua friends came to send each other, and they did their best if they wanted to do it or not.

Please ask the eastward flowing water, don't you care who is short and long? ……

There are two flowers, one on each branch. But he said that in the Hou Ye's mansion, a little girl who served Ding Mengxuan suddenly came to Princess Evergreen in a panic, "Princess, it's not good!" Young lady she ...... She suddenly vomited, and it was so painful, as if she was seriously ill......"

Princess Changqing's heart couldn't help sinking, and she hurriedly instructed the housekeeper He Luwei to ask for a doctor.

Imperial Physician Wang soon arrived. Through the silver curtain, he held his beard in his hand, and unhurriedly took the pulse of Ding Mengxuan.

His pupils shrank suddenly, and his expression suddenly became very strange, as if he didn't believe his diagnosis, and repeated Fang Cai's procedure seriously. Then he snorted softly with a complicated expression, his brows furrowed, and he just muttered.

Princess Evergreen watched intently at the change in the cloudy expression on Imperial Physician Wang's face, and an ominous premonition hit her heart. She pondered for a moment and asked tentatively, "Mr. Wang......"

Imperial Physician Wang frowned, and said in a deep voice: "Your Royal Highness Princess, can you move outside to talk?" ”

Princess Evergreen looked at him in confusion and said nothing; Just silently followed him to the living room outside.

The princess looked nervous and let the evergreen princess retreat; After hesitating for a long time, he muttered to Princess Changqing, "Young lady, she ...... She's overjoyed......"

Princess Evergreen was struck by lightning, and her originally peaceful face immediately turned pale, "What, are you happy?" …… Mr. Wang, you can't be mistaken, right? ”

The Imperial Physician Wang said excitedly: "Oh, princess, do you dare to talk nonsense about such a thing?" I just can't believe my diagnosis before I re-diagnose it, if there is anything wrong, the old man is willing to roll up and go home immediately! ”

Princess Changqing's expression was extremely ugly at this time, and she couldn't help muttering, "Oh my God, this ...... How can it be? Mr. Wang, in your opinion, how many months has she been now? ”

"It's been about three months!"

This is even more ridiculous. Princess Evergreen thought to herself, "It's been more than half a year since my son died, oh my God! When did this shameless slut have an affair with someone? I really know people and faces, but I don't know my heart!

"This Ding Mengxuan is a beautiful lady for everyone, and her reputation for being virtuous and virtuous, and Yujie Bingqing is well-known among the famous families in the capital, I didn't expect that my son had not been dead for half a year, and she hooked up with someone else!

"On the surface, he is still dressed in filial piety, and his heart is like stopping water; Secretly doing such an unseemly deed, it is really immoral and unfortunate! ……”

Seeing that Princess Changqing's face was pale, the imperial physician understood her mood very well at this time, so he cautiously said, "Your Royal Highness the princess ......"

If you talk about this imperial doctor, it is the confidant doctor of the Hou Ye's Mansion, and many incurable diseases in the palace are asked to be treated by him; He also abides by medical ethics and keeps his mouth shut about the secrets of the house, so he has always been very popular with Princess Evergreen and Hou Ye He Yuting.

Princess Changqing frowned slightly, and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Wang, you go back first, and the palace will look for you again if you have something; As for today's events......"

Doctor Wang comprehended: "This princess just rest assured, the old man knows what to do." ”

A faint smile appeared on Princess Evergreen's graceful and elegant face: "So Mr. Lao." ”

After the imperial physician left, Princess Evergreen sat down in a chair. She frowned, and thought about it for a long time before she slowly raised her head and instructed the maid Biyun to find Ding Mengxuan's eldest girl, Saitama.

Saitama followed Biyun to the hall with trepidation, and stood tremblingly in front of the evergreen princess, bowing her head and listening to the hostess's instructions.

Princess Changqing didn't speak first, a pair of cold star-like ice eyes just stared at her for a long time without blinking, Fang asked with a cold face: "You serve by your young lady's side all day long, her words and deeds should not be able to hide from your eyes." Tell Hongu, what the hell is going on? ”