Chang Suining felt funny when he heard his crying: "You are doing things for me, how can I ignore you?"
"That's not what you said. I volunteered to do things for Master!" After Cui Lang said this, looking at Chang Sui Ning's smiling expression, he couldn't help but said: "I haven't seen you for a long time. Master has really changed a lot..."
"Cui Liulang has also made great progress." Chang Suining looked at the chair aside and motioned to him: "You are injured, sit down and talk."
Cui Lang laughed "Hey" and scratched the back of his head: "To be honest, Master, I don't dare to sit and talk with Master now."
He was called "Master" at first just to play polo, and then he had the selfish intention of finding a match for his eldest brother. Now looking back, it seems to be more of a joke.
At that time, although he had some respect for Chang Suining, it was mostly due to the fact that "Ms. Chang is very good at beating people", and it was also due to the young man's desire to make noise and join in the fun.
When I saw Chang Sui Ning again at this time, even though Cui Lang was already familiar with many of her deeds, the moment I really saw him, my feelings were very different...
Her appearance has indeed changed, the last trace of childishness on her cheeks has disappeared, the youthful atmosphere is still there, the skin is close to the bones, and the bones have become clearer and deeper, and her beautiful eyebrows have added a ray of compelling heroism.
But in Cui Lang's view, the most eye-catching thing was the aura exuding from her body.
She sat cross-legged there casually, without consciously straightening her figure. She only wore a large long robe, and her hair was not tied up in a bun. It was just tied behind her head, with a few strands even hanging loosely - in the eyes of outsiders, this was
She definitely didn't look like someone you could show off to others, but she never made anyone feel "disrespectful" at all.
At this time, she was sitting there, as if she had long been separated from the framework of all secular etiquette. No one would question or criticize her. She no longer had to cater to superficial etiquette rules, but had become the maker of etiquette rules.
She didn't deliberately show her majesty, but the word majesty seemed to be integrated into her name. She didn't have to do anything, her aura was already pouring like moonlight, and she followed her silently like a shadow, making it impossible for people to ignore.
Cui Lang felt in a daze that this was not even "progress". No one should be able to make such progress in a few years... It was more like the scorching sun that was originally hidden behind the clouds, and suddenly burst out with thousands of miles of golden light on one day.
The clouds broke through the wind and came out, revealing the true nature of everything in the world.
In the past, when she was in the capital, her actions that repeatedly caused turmoil and shocked people, now seem to be nothing more than a faint ray of light. At this time, this majestic and majestic power field with swords, blood, shadows, is the real...
A suitable place to live.
Cui Lang's many chaotic feelings and shocks only lasted for a moment. He smiled and then said: "But since Master asked me to sit down, I broke out in cold sweat. As long as the person has not been washed away, then I will
Sit still!"
Seeing him sitting down with a playful smile, Chang Sui Ning also smiled - this was what made Cui Lang different from ordinary people.
"You must have suffered a lot this time." Chang Suining looked at Cui Lang's right leg and asked, "Is the injury serious? Can a doctor take a look at it?"
"These are just skin injuries, don't rush to see a doctor!" Cui Lang said, touching the wound at the corner of his mouth, and let out a slight "hiss".
He spoke easily, but the corners of his purple mouth, his slightly disheveled hair, and especially his messy robes, had three words written almost everywhere: I'm so miserable.
Cui Lang arrived in a hurry, but there was still time to change into clothes. Tang Xing also asked people to prepare clothes, but Cui Lang refused on the grounds that "Master cannot be kept waiting for a long time."
How could Tang Xing not understand - what the other party didn't want to change was not so much the clothes, but rather evidence of hardship.
At this moment, Cui Lang was covered with evidence from head to toe, and there was something in his words: "The injury was not that serious, but King Fan Yang seemed to be generous, but he was actually sinister, and actually let a eunuch coerce his disciples with torture...
"
He looked like he was "well physically, but mentally wounded".
After hearing Cui Lang's experience of almost becoming an eunuch, Chang Suining was silent for a moment before asking: "Are they asking about the whereabouts of the secret stake in Luoyang City that conveyed news to you?"
Cui Lang nodded.
Chang Suining: "Aren't you afraid?"
"To be honest, I'm a little scared..." Cui Lang said sincerely: "But I'm thinking, instigating King Fan Yang is just the first step. It's still unclear whether Duan Shiang will be killed or not. Is it possible for me to accomplish this job?"
It’s easy to say, if the whereabouts of Brother Hidden Pole are exposed again, wouldn’t it mean that the failure of success will lead to failure?”
As he spoke, his expression became even more airy: "Besides, I'm sure Li Fu wouldn't dare to let anyone really hurt me. He would have to use me to negotiate terms with Master!"
This determination also stems from his trust in Chang Sui Ning.
Chang Sui Ning smiled and nodded, with a look of affirmation in his eyes.
Everyone understands many truths, but it is not easy to analyze them calmly and execute them rationally.
"This time I was able to successfully regain Luoyang, and Cui Liulang was indispensable." Chang Suining said seriously: "On behalf of our lieutenant generals, I would like to express my gratitude to you in Luoyang."
Cui Lang hurriedly waved his hand: "These words are too flattering to me... Master can still accomplish this without me this time!"
Chang Suining did not deny Cui Lang's statement: "Of course it can be done -"
Later, she said frankly: "Although I had planned it for a long time, it is not easy to avoid Duan Shiang's eyes and ears, find out the evidence of his dealings with Prince Rong's palace, and alienate him from Li Fu."
The person to do this is very important. Without Cui Lang, if this matter was to be executed smoothly, it would have been at least half a month late from the layout to the selection of manpower.
In times of turmoil, someone may die in a new accident every day, and half a month is so precious.
Chang Sui Ning didn't just use people to do things, but later belittled the people who suppressed the other party's achievements. She looked at Cui Lang with a smile and said: "Things are beautiful when they are done beautifully. This is a fact."
"You are not a lieutenant general in our army, so I can't reward you based on your merits." Chang Sui Ning said, "But if there is anything I can do, just ask me."
Cui Lang blinked and said, "Master, can you give me a title?" He felt that it was too presumptuous, so he forcefully swallowed it back.
He grinned and said: "It's just a small thing for Master, how dare you ask for credit?"
After a pause, he said: "But I do have one thing that I would like to ask Master to fulfill..."
Cui Lang looked at Chang Sui Ning who was sitting there, with a hint of solemnity in his eyes: "I want to follow Master."
Chang Sui Ning raised his eyebrows slightly: "Do you want my grandfather to agree?"
Cui Lang sat up straight: "It is only natural for an apprentice to do things for the master!"
Chang Sui Ning has never had any moral rules when it comes to recruiting talents. Seeing Cui Lang being so "deviant", she was happy to do so and nodded happily.
As for the feelings of the Cui family... If possible, she would really look forward to Cui Lang being able to bring more people over for her. It would be great if the Cui family could be evacuated.
"You'll have better legs and feet when you do things for me." Chang Suining said with a smile, "Go back and rest, I'll ask the doctors to look at your injuries."
When Cui Langmu achieved his goal, he felt very settled and happy in his heart. He fell into the habit of chattering. Although he stood up in response, he never moved his feet. He went from Chang Sui'an Wen to Chang Kuo, from Jiangdu Wen to overseas.
, and when he talked about the identity and letter of "Xi Zhiyuan", he felt very sad and emotional.
Finally, Cui Jing was asked: "...Have master and eldest brother communicated recently? I wonder how the eldest brother is doing at this time?"
"He is currently busy dealing with the Beidi army, and I haven't exchanged letters with him for several months. However, I have been keeping people's attention on the news in the North. He should be fine for the time being-"
When Cui Lang heard this, he was about to ask something more, but Chang Suining took the initiative and said, "I will go and see him as soon as possible if I have the chance."
This sounds like a very common statement.
But Chang Suining's voice was very gentle and magnanimous, and his words "I will go see him as soon as possible" clearly contained unhidden concern and also contained a different kind of protection and cherishment.
Someone is protecting and cherishing his eldest brother, who in his opinion is omnipotent——
Cui Lang was suddenly stunned by this realization.
He didn't even have any intention of making fun of him, and he didn't even have time to feel secretly happy. He only felt that his eyes were slightly hot.
After a while, Cui Lang said: "Then... when master goes to see his eldest brother, take me with him!"
After several years apart, he really missed his elder brother.
"Yeah." Chang Suining nodded.
Cui Lang suppressed the inexplicable heat in his eyes and smiled.
Everything that needs to be said has been said. At this point, Cui Lang felt that he should go back no matter what, but he stood where he was, still hesitant to speak.
This was not in line with his usual speaking style. Chang Sui Ning saw this in his eyes and asked knowingly, "Is there anything else?"
Cui Lang calmed down and spoke as naturally as possible: "By the way, master... is Miss Qiao okay in Jiangdu?"
Chang Suining raised his eyebrows slightly. Just when he was about to speak, a female soldier came in and said, "Envoy, Doctor Qiao is here."
Cui Lang was still waiting for Chang Suining's answer. He suddenly heard the words and didn't think much about it.
Chang Sui Ning nodded: "Let me come in."
Cui Lang was caught off guard and was stunned for a moment, sister?
Doctor Qiao?
etc--!
He reacted suddenly and pointed out of the hall: "Qiao... Miss Qiao?"
Chang Suining nodded: "Sister Mianmian came here with the army all the way."
Cui Lang's expression changed several times. He looked at his tattered robes and saw loose hair in his peripheral vision. He felt that he was neither a human nor a ghost. For a moment, he wished he could escape. He heard the faint sound of footsteps approaching outside the palace.
, he was so anxious that he hurriedly said to Chang Sui Ning: "Master... the way I look today is probably rude in front of Miss Qiao!"
Chang Sui Ning said softly, "Ah". He was not afraid of being rude when he saw her, but he was rude when he wanted to see her.
Cui Lang had already begged her: "...Master, when Miss Qiao comes in later, I will step back. Just don't reveal my identity!"
When he left Beijing that day, although he stuck his head out of the car window and let Miss Qiao take a look, I guess Miss Qiao never saw it clearly——
Therefore, strictly speaking, this is not only the reunion between him and Mrs. Qiao after a long absence, but also the first time the two have met!
If he is allowed to face it like this, he will definitely die with his eyes open!
While Cui Lang was pleading in a low voice, he heard Qiao Yumian approaching and quickly stepped aside, lowering his head to minimize his presence.
But when he heard the long-lost voice calling "Ning Ning", Cui Lang couldn't help but take a sneak peek.
Different from the light-colored dresses she often wore in the capital in the past, probably for the convenience of entering and leaving the army to practice medicine, she is now wearing a lake blue dress, and her hair is combed into a simple bun, only fixed with two white jade hairpins.
At first glance, it looks elegant and neat, and the temperament is quite different.
As for her face and expression, Cui Lang did not dare to take a closer look. He was afraid that if he looked at her, something would be revealed.
Cui Lang was reluctant to move at his feet, and silently recited "The days ahead are long" in his mind, then bowed to Chang Suining, lowered his head and retreated.
What Cui Lang didn't see was that when he retreated, Qiao Yumian turned to look at him.
Qiao Yumian came from the military camp outside the city. After treating the wounded soldiers, she came to the city with Kang Zhi and the others. When she heard that Chang Suining had not woken up, she was worried that Chang Suining was not feeling well, so she came to take a look.
Cui Lang couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief when he walked out of the palace gate.
Under Tang Xing's instructions, the soldier who followed Cui Lang was still waiting outside the palace gate. Just when Cui Lang was about to ask him to lead the way, he suddenly heard the sound of slightly anxious footsteps behind him.
He looked back subconsciously, and when he saw the person coming, he was startled and turned around quickly, his expression extremely uneasy.
The next moment, a probing voice sounded from behind: "Cui Liulang?"
Cui Lang's back tensed, and he was suddenly in a dilemma.
Even if he wanted to deny it, it was as if he was not admitting it when he opened his mouth.
"I know it's you." Qiao Yumian looked at the figure and said in a very soft but determined voice, "I can hear your footsteps."
This footsteps often followed behind her.
Although her eyes couldn't see it at that time, her ears could tell.
This sentence made Cui Lang stunned for a moment.
During this gap, Qiao Yumian walked over, came to his side, faced him, and asked puzzledly: "Just now in front of Ning Ning... why didn't you talk to me?"
Cui Lang finally turned his head with difficulty and showed an extremely complicated smile: "I..."
The moment she saw this smile, Qiao Yumian seemed to understand.
She pursed her lips and smiled: "I know - you don't look like this normally, right?"
When he was punished by his family and left Beijing injured, she and her brother went to see him off. He avoided seeing him through the curtain of the carriage. It was not until the carriage had gone some distance that he suddenly leaned out of the window and said
Don't forget to shout "I don't look like this normally!"
Then he shouted: [Brother Qiao and the others can all testify that I am much more handsome than this in normal times!]
Hearing Qiao Yumian mention this, Cui Lang's smile suddenly became even more painful - since Miss Qiao recovered from her eye disease, the two times they met were the most embarrassing times in his life!
It's obvious that he spends a lot of his time busy with Yushu Linfeng!
Is it a bit inappropriate for God to treat him like this? Please ask!