And what about Xiao Qiyu's side?

In order to show his support for the crown prince, the guards and staff around him are the least among the princes.

Therefore, Xiao Qiyu turned to Xiao Muze for help - he also wanted Xiao Muze to get a dragon from the side.

Therefore, Xiao Muze drew ten people from his own guards to protect the prince.

"I didn't plan to send Ling Yi there. As a result, Ling Yi took the initiative to ask for help. He wanted to take credit for moving his rank up a little more. In that way, if you get married in the future, you will also have face. Speaking of which, I delayed him too. I asked him to return to the Northland army, but he refused. ”

Xiao Muze said with a frown.

Ling Yi is a secret guard from a slave background.

Later, he made a lot of contributions with Xiao Muze, and Xiao Muze took this opportunity to turn him into a good family.

Therefore, Ling Yi can now receive the false title of a six-rank lieutenant.

However, Ling Yi's identity was there after all.

Let's not say that it is well known, but if anyone wants to investigate, they will always be able to find it. Therefore, it is more difficult for him to go up further.

Especially after he came to the capital to guard Xiao Muze, he didn't even have the opportunity to make meritorious contributions.

Originally, Ling Yi was concentrating on protecting Xiao Muze, and he didn't care about the level of his official position.

However, now that he is thinking about starting a family, he naturally wants to work hard for the spring warmth and future heirs.

"Ling Yi is also transparent. He has a flawed background, and he is your personal guard. Even if he returned to the barracks, it would be difficult. First, they will be criticized for betraying the Lord. Second, without your protection, how can others easily let him come out? After all, there are many people in the army who are originally good people waiting to make meritorious contributions. ”

Liu Xinning sighed lightly.

It's not that identity can't be broken. However, the difficulty is too high.

"So, he might as well follow you. If you return to the battlefield in the future, he will be promoted logically if he makes meritorious contributions. The promotion of the protector is not the same as the promotion of the backer. ”

Xiao Muze nodded when he heard this.

Yes, he knows that, too. Therefore, he planned to repair a letter to explain that he had asked Ling Yi to return to the barracks.

It's a pity that Ling Yi was transparent and knew which way to change the name to justice, so he refused.

Now, Ling Yi followed to protect the crown prince. I only hope that the crown prince can remember this kindness of the guard who has no merit and hard work, and give him a change of title.

At least, when Ling Yi got married, there was light on his face.

"However, Cousin Nine is really ...... Not only did he not have the heart to compete for the throne, but he also did his best to assist the prince. Alas. ”

Liu Xinning thought of Xiao Qiyu again and couldn't help but sigh.

Before, she thought that it would be better to directly support the Nine Emperor Princes to ascend the throne, so that it would be best to do it in one step.

As a result, she asked Xiao Muze to inquire about the side, but Xiao Qiyu himself had no desire to compete for the position.

He just wants to be a loyal and capable good brother, and she naturally can't mess around.

Therefore, you can only go with the flow and wait until the crown prince dies of illness.

At that time, Xiao Qiyu will not fight for that position not for himself, but also for the people who follow the prince.

"yes. Qiyu said that it is easy to be lonely when sitting in that position. He said he's fine right now. There is a beloved woman, a close friend like a brother, and the future emperor to protect him. Why did he bother with that? ”

Xiao Muze didn't particularly care whether Xiao Qiyu sat in that seat or not.

After all, today's prince, in terms of political affairs, is still clear.

It's just that the crown princess is a little excessive. always has a reputation for compassion, and wants to give women to these children of the clan.

Even if he has that holy decree, the crown princess only seems to know it, and says that she will send it to the person who serves.

This made Xiao Muze very displeased.

However, this is not a big deal, and all the efforts of the prince cannot be wiped out because of this act of the crown princess.

Besides, after he and Xiao Qiyu sued the prince a few times, the princess was much more honest.

"He doesn't want to fight, so forget it."

Liu Xinning didn't say anything more.

For now, we have to go with the flow.

So, Liu Xinning accompanied Chun Nuan and waited for Ling Yi's return.

Because he knew that Ling Yi would follow him to protect the crown prince, he should not return soon, so Chun Nuan was not particularly anxious to think about it.

Her focus is more on Liu Xinning.

After all, Liu Xinning's wedding date is in September.

After Liu Xinning, the master, made the arrangements, the rest was for their subordinates to be busy executing.

And so, day after day passed.

Liu Xinning was enjoying life leisurely, and everyone in the eldest princess's mansion was busy preparing for the marriage of the county lord of Zhaoyang.

Xiao Muze also devoted himself wholeheartedly to the preparation of the wedding, but whenever he was free, he communicated with the steward and others about the specific details.

The days are busy and joyful.

It wasn't until June 22 that the peaceful life was shattered.

Xiao Muze's bodyguard, Ling Twelve, a person who was used to being cold on weekdays, now ran to the eldest princess's mansion in a panic.

"County Lord, please let Miss Chun Nuan go and see Brother Ling Yi. He...... Very badly injured, just afraid of ......"

Ling Twelve choked up.

"What?"

When Liu Xinning heard this, she couldn't help but stand up.

And Chun Nuan, who was waiting next to him, was even weaker and fell directly to the ground.

"On the way back to Beijing, someone assassinated. Brother Ling Yi blocked a sword for the crown prince. So...... Now, Brother Ling Yi is still in a coma. The prince was taking care of it himself, and he asked his subordinates to invite the Chunnuan girl over. ”

Ling Twelve choked up and struggled to get his words clear.

Chun Nuan glanced at Liu Xinning and wanted to ask for instructions. However, she cried so much that she couldn't even speak.

Liu Xinning was anxious: "Go quickly." You go first, and I'll come later. ”

Liu Xinning was in the inner courtyard of the house, so she only wore homely clothes.

This Ling Twelve was eager to see her, and she was just wearing a coat to see a guest.

If you go out, you have to change into a big coat to meet guests.

Therefore, Liu Xinning let Chun Nuan go first.

When Chun Nuan heard this, she hurriedly got up from the ground hand in hand, and rushed out.

Ling Twelve saluted Liu Xinning and hurriedly followed.

After Liu Xinning asked Light Yan and Long Yue to quickly change her clothes for going out, she also hurried to the War King's Mansion.

When she arrived, she saw Chun Nuan sitting in front of Ling Yi's bed, staring at the wound on Ling Yi's chest oozing blood and weeping.

After Liu Xinning looked at the pale-faced Ling Yi, she followed the heavy-faced Xiao Muze to the courtyard.

"What did the Imperial Doctor say?" Liu Xinning asked with a frown.

"The government doctor and the imperial doctor have seen it, and said that Ling Yi hurt his lungs, and now he is hanging with medicine. It's just a matter of whether he can survive it himself. ”

Xiao Muze's words were full of worry.

Ling Yi was nine years older than him.

For as long as he can remember, he has been by his side to protect him.

Therefore, he has always regarded Ling Yi as a brother.

Now, looking at Ling Yi's dying appearance, how could he not be heartbroken?

(End of chapter)