When Yi Chenjing woke up from the nightmare, it was already daylight outside. He wiped off the sweat on his forehead and sat quietly for a long time before his ups and downs slowly calmed down.
The dream was very unclear and confusing. I could vaguely recall fragments. Sometimes it was Concubine Jing looking at him in despair with blood all over her body. Sometimes it was Bai Qige holding the dead baby and sneering at him, her eyes full of hatred and resentment.
.
He is also a human being, he can be afraid, and the thing in the world that he dares not face the most is the scene in his dream - his mother was implicated and died, and Bai Qige hates him.
Now she is deeply in love, but what happens after she knows that she will never have a child again? Can she forget the pain that penetrates her bones, can she continue to love him so much, and can she face the cruel facts with strength? The child was lost because of him, and everything
All the faults were caused by him. Whether he humiliated and abused her when he first entered the palace, or later when Yi Chenxuan approached her with ulterior motives, or when she reluctantly gave up her child and chose to help him with his great career, Bai Qige gave too much and got too little, and he got too much.
, what can be repaid is too little.
Kissing An Ning's sleeping face lightly, her lips pressed against the fair skin for a long time, unwilling to leave. Yi Chenjing never denied that she was in love with everything about Bai Qige, her intelligence, her strength, her bravery, and what she could bring to him.
Countless help, just like the initial agreement to use each other, he always remembered what a rare and good chess piece this woman was, and the current change was just to change her identity.
From chess piece to wife.
He loves her, and for this he has broken his oath to Hongxiao, but so far he still can't answer the question Shen Yuqiu asked him.
If he could only choose one of the country, the status of the Dragon King, and Bai Qige, how would he choose?
I don't want to think about it, every time I think about it I feel a headache.
"Why are you up so early?" Bai Qige's sleepy eyes were awakened by his soft lips. Seeing his trance, she immediately lost her sleep and turned over to sit up, clenching her wet palms worriedly, "Have you had a nightmare?"
Yi Chenjing nodded and forced out a smile, hugged her soft body into her arms, and said in a low and deep voice, "Qi Ge, will you ever hate me one day?"
"Maybe, it depends on whether you will do something that makes me hate you."
Love words are the most pleasant to listen to, but Bai Qige is a woman who is stingy with sweet words. Even at this moment, she has to speak her true thoughts directly without modification. Yi Chenjing smiled so hard that she didn't know whether it was helplessness or bitterness, but she always felt in her heart.
It's like a piece is missing, it's chaotic, and worries are hidden.
Putting on her coat and pulling up her long hair, Bai Qige crossed over to Yi Chenjing and jumped out of bed. She turned around and placed a light kiss on her thin lips: "It's just a nightmare, don't think too much about it. Your biggest problem is being too careful.
Worrying about gains and losses, didn't the previous letter from the War Court say that Concubine Jing is under the protection of General I, and nothing will happen to her."
"I hope so." After a deep sigh, Qingjun's face was finally no longer gloomy. Yi Chenjing rubbed his forehead to drive away the depression, and his eyes regained their sharpness: "Zhan Ting and the others should arrive in a few days.
, the plan remains as usual, and the delayed time must be made up in other ways."
Bai Qige understood what he meant, but she couldn't help but feel a little worried when she thought about the people who left yesterday, and subconsciously touched the dagger at her waist.
"I don't know how Mr. Ning is doing. He doesn't know kung fu and will be easily injured if he is attacked."
Jealousy caused Yi Chenjing to feel upset when he heard Ning Xizui's name. What was annoying was that Bai Qige was still thinking about that cunning and insidious green-eyed fox. How could he not be upset? He lifted the quilt and threw it away.
The dissatisfaction in his stomach clearly showed: "The old man named Feng is quite good at kung fu. You have seen this with your own eyes. Do you still think that Ning Xizui is an ordinary businessman? I really don't know what kind of ecstasy drug he gave you.
Everything speaks to Him.”
"I believe him because he has no ill intentions. How many times has Mr. Ning helped us from the Northern Expedition to now? Has he ever asked for any reward? If he and Senior Feng are really the survivors of Xia'an, why not take advantage of you and me when we are at our lowest
Now helpless, the killer is seeking revenge? Senior Feng has indeed hidden some secrets from us, but that is his freedom, so why do you have to be relentless and aggressive?"
Similar quarrels have happened countless times. Just because of Ning Xizui, there is always a rift between Yi Chenjing and Bai Qige. Even if they try their best to convince themselves that Ning Xizui has no different intentions, looking at that handsome and gentle look
With his figure and Bai Qige's bright smile, he couldn't really feel at ease no matter what.
"That's enough, I don't want to argue with you because of him anymore." Yi Chenjing threw her hands away in annoyance, frowned and turned her head away, and put on her clothes roughly, "I'd better clean up earlier, it's time to settle things here and move on.
The imperial capital is on its way."
Bai Qige didn't want to argue. Seeing that he took a step back, she gave up her differences and opened the small window to take a deep breath of fresh air.
It stands to reason that most people are still asleep at this time, but Dihua Manor is a winery that operates businesses. The servants and winemakers start working before dawn, and the aroma starts to permeate the entire villa from dawn.
The smell was intoxicating. She closed her eyes and greedily absorbed the aroma of wine in the air. Focusing on one point made Bai Qige's ears and eyes extremely clear. Therefore, she vaguely heard the messy human voices coming from outside the hospital. There were many, very messy, and something seemed to be going on.
occur.
Her leisurely mood immediately turned alert. Bai Qige tied up her hair and strode out the door. When Yi Chenjing turned around, he only saw her leaving back, as fast as the wind.
Outside the side courtyard is a small pond. Not far from the pond to the south is the gate of Dihuazhuang. She hurried to the gate of the side courtyard and looked forward. Bai Qige saw a bunch of people standing around the main gate talking in low voices.
Could it be that someone special comes to the villa?
Wanting to never get the answer, Bai Qige simply straightened her clothes and walked towards the crowd at a leisurely pace, as if she was just passing by. When she got closer, she spoke lightly, pretending to be surprised: "Why are you all here?
What happened?"
Most of the people in the village knew Bai Qige. When she asked her question, someone stepped forward and answered: "It's a suspension bridge. I don't know who cut it off. The one on the other side can't get through, and we can't get out either..."
Bai Qige was stunned at first, then nodded thoughtfully.
Dihua Villa is built halfway up the mountain, and you have to pass through a long and deep ravine to go down the mountain. For convenience and safety reasons, Di Tianhong ordered a suspension bridge to be built in the early days of establishing the villa. This suspension bridge can quickly go down the mountain.
The only way out is that once the suspension bridge is broken, if you want to go down the mountain, you have to go through steep, dense and insect-infested mountain forest gullies. The degree of danger is self-evident.
After taking a look at the chattering crowd, Bai Qige left quietly. Behind her, a pair of eyes with a cold glint of pride watched the thin figure until she turned around the courtyard and was out of sight.
Business came first. The unhappiness a moment ago was long forgotten. Bai Qige told Yi Chenjing about the destruction of the suspension bridge. She frowned on her angular face: "Finally, Mr. Ye's illness is gone and he can walk. The suspension bridge has been destroyed."
Wouldn't it be necessary to delay the journey again? And it happens sooner or later, but at this time..."
Their eyes looked exactly the same, and their guesses were exactly the same.
Before noon, Di Tianhong appeared in the side courtyard without any surprise, his anxious look made others anxious.
"I don't know who accidentally cut the rope by mistake or someone did it deliberately. In short, this bridge is broken and makes people angry - Dihua Village is the only shortcut to the bottom of the mountain. Now everyone is trapped in the village. It will take at least 10 years to repair it.
Three or four days." The annoyed Ogi Tianhong sighed repeatedly, and then he looked guilty again, "I originally planned to hold a banquet to see you off tonight, but now it seems that I have to keep Brother Chen for a few more days.
It’s God’s will, maybe he’ll give me a chance to do something good.”
The more anxious you are to leave, the more trouble you will have. How can this be a good thing? Fu Chu looked at Ye Huawan, who looked healthy and lively, and sighed: "We understand Master Di's kindness, but we have important things to do and we can't delay any longer.
In my opinion, if the bridge is broken, it will be broken. Isn’t there still a mountain road to walk on? Although it is more dangerous, you can go down the mountain in less than a day. It is better than sitting here and waiting. Brother Chen, what do you think?"
Yi Chenjing nodded and took over the conversation in response to Fu Chu's inquiry: "My thoughts are the same as Fu Chu's. Rather than just sitting around and waiting, it's better to find another way down the mountain. That's good. The hospitality of Master Di does not need to be postponed tonight. We will bother you again at night."
One night, at dawn tomorrow morning we have to ask the owner of the village to borrow someone who knows the way to lead us out via the mountain road."
"This... is a bit too hasty." Seeing Bai Qige and others' expressions of determination, Di Tianhong knew that it would be useless to persuade him. He hesitated for a moment and slammed the table, "Since you have decided to go, should Di Tianhong stay?"
I can’t stand it any longer. I’m going to order my servants to prepare food and drinks. Let’s have a good time tonight!”
Bai Qige bowed her head and thanked her. Di Tianhong called the manager of the village to arrange for a banquet, and specifically asked him to bring out the best wine from Dihua Manor. He then chatted with several people for a long time, and did not leave until he felt tired in the afternoon. Fu
Chu Ye and Ye Huawan went back to their respective rooms together.
After simply cleaning up, Bai Qige, who was feeling restless, stood in front of the window and looked out. Unfortunately, all she could see was the small courtyard, not the towering mountains or rolling clouds.
With the warmth on her shoulders, her strong arms held her light body in her arms, which seemed to be the strongest protection and made people feel at ease. She relaxed her whole body and leaned back. Behind her was the person she trusted the most, who was her whole world.
It was the destination that Bai Qige had spent everything she had in exchange for. She knew that this warm chest only belonged to her at any time and would never change.
Even if the road ahead is bumpy and bumpy, with him by his side despite all the scars, the exhaustion and despair will only be fleeting.
The farewell banquet was very sumptuous. Although it was not as precious as the ingredients used in the royal meal in the palace, it was the best food in a small county like Longhuai. The wine brewed by Dihuazhuang was also very fragrant, so fragrant that even Ye Huawan couldn't help it.
It stuck on his tongue, and then tears flowed from the spicy food. The seemingly normal banquet always felt a bit incongruous for some reason. Oti Tianhong toasted repeatedly with enthusiasm, but Bai Qige just smiled and drank it all in one gulp, then returned the favor cup after cup.
, no unnecessary words were said, and the meaning in the eyes was difficult to discern.
It was this look and strange calmness that made Ogi Tianhong feel more and more anxious.
"Come, brother Chen, have another drink." Di Tianhong smiled and poured another glass of wine for Yi Chenjing, "You can't drink this wine after leaving Dihua Manor, and it can only be brewed from the mountain spring grains here.
It's so delicious, it would be a shame not to get drunk."
Yi Chenjing's face remained unchanged, and his expression as light as pure water did not change at all: "It is indeed a good wine. It is sweet and refreshing at first, but when it reaches the throat, it feels hot and hot, burning the bones and flesh. It's like those smiles hiding a knife,
A man who talks sweetly but has a sword in his belly may smile respectfully but then stab him in the back. In an instant, his friend turns into an enemy, his smile turns into a knife, and he is hard to guard against.”
"There is something in Brother Chen's words. Could it be that he means something? Are you talking about Boss Ning?" Ogi Tianhong shook his hands and quickly returned to normal, but the smile on his face could no longer remain natural.
"He has a share." Yi Chenjing was noncommittal and raised his glass to drink, leaving no trace behind.