"How can there be no way out? In fact, Miss Bai has many escape routes. It's just that you don't want to choose. You are always trapped in a cocoon." Looking at Bai Qige's silent expression, Ning Xizui suddenly said something unclear.
Bai Qige was slightly surprised: "What Mr. Ning means..."
"Just don't be obsessed with the position of Crown Princess. Emperor Yao is forcing Miss Bai to give up becoming the Crown Princess. Just don't go against his wishes. Why bother yourself like this?" An expression he had never seen before. The slightly hasty tone that appeared on Ning Xizui's face gave Bai Qige no time to react. "Every step Miss Bai takes, she considers the person she likes. Now that she is under a lot of pressure, she should let go and think about herself. .You have paid enough.”
Bai Qige had never thought carefully about how little she had paid, how much she had received, and who it was all for. Ning Xizui's uncharacteristic question was a little distressed. It made her feel uncomfortable, but she had no way to refute. Yes. As long as she gives up Yi Chenjing. .Give up all the efforts to become his wife. Now all difficulties can be easily solved.
But can she let it go?
Worry and worry turned into dots of silence and spread in the tent. Bai Qige was speechless. Ning Xizui did not bother her. He stayed with her as always. But there was a little more disgust in his ignored eyes... towards himself. .
"I shouldn't say such things to you at this time. I just don't want Miss Bai to put herself in danger. When we left, Ning promised the prince to take good care of you. This agreement must be fulfilled no matter what." Yi, who originally had nothing to do with her, Chen Jing was pulled as an excuse. Ning Xizui could finally feel more comfortable. But he still didn't want to face Bai Qige's unsuspecting eyes directly. For the first time in his life, he felt so unnatural.
"I have always thought that Young Master Ning is the person who knows me best in the world. It remains the same even now." Bai Qige opened the curtain. The dim light did not make the interior of the tent any brighter. Instead, a cold wind blew in. Facing the damp and cold wind, Bai Qige opened the curtain. He closed his eyes slightly. The words buried in his heart poured out like a tide: "When I set foot on the land of Dayao, I never thought that such a day would come. I thought I would hate Chen Jing and fight him to the death. .But slowly and unknowingly, I became his wife. I saw his unknown gentle side and listened to his heart-breaking stories in the past. Mr. Ning probably didn’t know how much Chen Jing hurt me in the first place. Cruel. I once wanted to kill him to vent my anger. Both my body and my heart were riddled with wounds because of another woman. Looking back on those days always makes me feel scared."
She slowly opened her eyes. The sky was still covered with clouds. But Bai Qige showed a faint smile. It was bright and clean.
"Even so, I still fell in love with him. Seeing his filial piety to Concubine Jing, his longing for Princess Hongxiao, and his tenderness to Sister Suyan. I knew he was not a bad person. He loved me so much that I hated him. Too deep. That's all. I understand what integrity is and what dignity is. I also understand how ridiculous it is to fall in love with someone who has tortured me. However, when he stayed with me silently in the wind and snow all night. When he used his body as a barrier to resist the sword and sword, I was powerless to resist this feeling that should not have happened. From the battle in the palace to the battlefield of the Northern Expedition, we have gone through countless ups and downs together. Although there were also some in the meantime. The quarrels are all for each other. His talents and lofty ideals. Everything makes my heart move. I tried every means to help him ascend to the position of prince. It's not just because I like him. Mr. Ning. Can you understand? Chen Jing him He will really become a wise emperor. I don’t want him to be buried by dirty power, and I don’t want the people of the distant country and even Zhongzhou to miss out on a wise emperor and a prosperous era.”
Bai Qige didn't speak again for a long time after that. Ning Xizui was also silent. He walked behind her and stood quietly.
"So, no matter how much I pay for him, I am willing to do so. I will never regret it." Bai Qige suddenly turned her head and smiled peacefully.
"Yes. I understand." There was silence for a long time. Then Ning Xizui responded calmly with a long breath. She took Bai Qige's hand and stuffed a nail-sized wax ball into her palm. Her green eyes were as moist as water: "You protect him. I protect him." You. That’s okay.”
Bai Qige nodded. Then she shook her head quickly: "I prefer that Mr. Ning is just a businessman."
Bai Qige didn't have any doubts about Ning Xizui's identity. She just didn't want to make any assumptions. That's why she ignored him and regarded him as a close friend. Today, it was only at this point that she gave a little reminder. Regardless of whether Ning Xizui concealed it on purpose. It doesn't matter whether it's good or bad. She just wants him to understand. In her heart, Ning Xizui's most suitable identity is that of a confidant. Even if he can't help, it's enough to understand her and understand her.
The atmosphere seemed a little awkward. Bai Qige smiled and shook the wax pill in her hand: "What is this."
"Gu insect." Ning Xi answered drunkenly, as if it was just an ordinary thing. But Bai Qige was shocked.
"Gu bugs. Aren't they all poisonous?"
"Miss Bai must be joking..." Ning Xizui raised the corner of her mouth. Seeing Bai Qige's serious face, she really didn't understand. She had no choice but to pat her forehead and explain carefully. "This is the Life-Connecting Gu. It is very common in my hometown. Bai What the girl is holding is a female Gu. I also have another male Gu here. No matter which one of these two Gu dies, the other will react immediately. I am still worried that the one who asked Miss Bai to meet is not the Anling Kingdom’s general. There is someone else. For safety reasons, Buqi and I will wait for you near the meeting place. If there is any problem, crush this wax pill. As soon as the male Gu reacts, we will rush over to save you."
The method is good. However, with the help of Su Buqi and Ning Xizui, who doesn't know Kung Fu at all... if something happens, wouldn't it mean that they would die in the face of so many enemies?
Seemingly seeing Bai Qige's worry, Ning Xizui smiled lightly: "When did Miss Bai see me doing business at a loss? Even the life Gu is worth dozens of taels of silver anyway. Ning will not let their sacrifices be in vain."
Sacrifice in vain...
If it weren't for the inconsistent situation, Bai Qige would have shed a few drops of cold sweat to support Ning Xizui's cold joke.
She carefully put away the Life-Connecting Gu. Before Bai Qige could say thank you, she was suddenly hugged by Ning Xizui. The hug had no sexual flavor. Ning Xizui just patted her on the back very simply, half worried and half worried. It was a warning: "You must be careful and don't show off. Buqi and I will be waiting for you not far away."
A touch of tenderness flowed through her heart. Bai Qige wanted to say something again, but God seemed to bully her on purpose. Before she could open her mouth, the curtain was suddenly lifted.
"..."
"...Don't give up. Is something wrong?"
"……fine."
The originally pure friendship became ambiguous in the short silence in which the three people stared at each other. Bai Qige covered her forehead and hurried out of the tent. She couldn't muster any strength: "I'm leaving first."
"Yeah. Go ahead."
The blue-eyed young master smiling in front of the door looked as usual. However, Su Buqi, who was slightly taller beside him, had a strange expression. He waited until Bai Qige disappeared from sight before taking a breath. His disgusted eyes were directed at Ning Xizui: "Bai Qige Japan promulgates obscenity.”
"I want to tell my adoptive father the good news as soon as I get back. Bu Qi, who has a dull face all day long, can actually joke."
Su Buqi withdrew his gaze and turned to the empty silver cage at Ning Xizui's waist. His long and neat brows were slightly furrowed. He turned his palm over and took the same wax pill with Bai Qige and laid it on his palm: "Seven Years of Refining"
A Gu. Your adoptive father gave it to you to save your life, but you gave it to her."
Ning Xizui grabbed the wax pill and stuffed it into the silver cage. She carefully hung it back on her waist. Her expression was calm: "She needs protection more than me. In the past, the prince guarded her and kept her safe. Now she is alone and has to go on her own.
Falling into a trap. I don't worry."
"So I want to accompany you to go crazy. Really?" Su Buqi lowered his eyebrows and sighed lightly. "Except for my adoptive father, we are all crazy."
Ning Xizui rubbed his sore neck. Ning Xizui smiled bitterly: "Isn't the adoptive father the first to go crazy? We were just infected. Don't think so much. If the adoptive father wants to punish me, I won't hurt you. Everything
Just pass the responsibility to Jinyan."
"...Then I really want to thank you for Jinyan." Su Buqi glanced at her expressionlessly.
"You're welcome." Su Buqi's immediate response was completely within his expectations. Ning Xizui raised her lips and smiled innocently. Her emerald eyes narrowed, looking more like a fox.
It only took a moment to relax. It took less than half a day for Bai Qige to feel better. A box that was thrown in front of the Guangshu Army barracks once again cast a shadow on the southern frontier of Yaoguo. When the messenger soldier held the blood-stained box
When he handed it to Bai Qige tremblingly, the idea of going to the appointment alone in exchange for the 173 soldiers of the scout camp had already been decided.
Inside the box is half an arm of a soldier from the scout battalion and an "invitation letter" written in blood.
"The time and place of the appointment have been changed. Tomorrow at 3:00 noon, at the ferry on the north bank of the Huanshui River." Bai Qige put down the letter and looked at the two lieutenants quietly. Her eyes were calm. "General Peng, General Ai, I won't be here."
At this time, the soldiers are entrusted to you. Remember not to act rashly. The enemies we face are more cunning than before."
The two lieutenants naturally understood what Bai Qige meant. Their hearts sank. They said in unison: "The last general will go with General Bai."
"The letter is very clear. It is a gentleman's agreement between the generals of both sides. Anyone who violates it will have to pay the price of breaking the promise. Now nearly two hundred elite soldiers of our scout battalion are in the hands of the other side. Losing them will be irreparable for the Guanggong Army.
You and I can't afford the loss." Taking a deep breath and holding onto the Life Gu hidden in her sleeve, Bai Qige forced out a smile. "Don't worry. I will act by ear. As long as I can live, I will never seek death."
She cannot afford to die. There are people in the distant imperial capital waiting for her. There are people in her hometown that she has not contacted for a long time who are thinking of her. For the sake of those who miss her, she must live on desperately.
That night, it was still a small table of spirits. They drank freely. After drinking, they fell asleep. There was no concern about image and rules. However, Ning Xi was so drunk that she lost her usual calmness and ease. After Bai Qige fell asleep, she silently sat aside and fanned her.
Go away from the heat and sweat until your wrists become sore and you lose consciousness.
Not far outside the camp, under the dim moonlight, a colorful carrier pigeon with a different color from the other carrier pigeons cooed twice and then flew away leisurely, toward the east in the direction of the rising sun.
Anyone who is familiar with the territory of Dayao will know that further east is a pure land that is not rich but very peaceful. There have been few wars in the past hundred years. There are no power disputes in that place. It is peaceful and peaceful. It is like a paradise. And its name