After Gu Xinian had eaten and drank enough, he was in the mood to flirt: "There are people I want to invite, but I was thinking about the noodles you made by yourself, so I came back."
Knowing that he was joking, Ye Qinglan still felt sweet in her heart, and deliberately snorted: "My little skills are not comparable to those of the chefs in restaurants. Besides, not only are there delicious food and wine, but I can also drink them to the point of excitement."
At that time, there were beautiful and charming singers and dancers accompanying me. If it were me, I wouldn't be happy to miss Shu."
This was also the custom for people in the officialdom to drink and socialize. After drinking for three rounds, it was inevitable to call in a few beautiful kabuki dancers to add to the fun. Although she knew very well that Gu Xinian would not provoke these women who threw themselves into his arms, but the thought of
In such a scene, no matter how generous a woman is, she will inevitably feel sour.
Gu Xinian enjoyed her slightly sour tone very much. He raised his eyebrows lazily and said with a smile: "What's so good about those vulgar powders? If I look at them, I might as well look in the mirror myself."
...This is true. Not to mention men, even women, how many people can have such a perfect appearance as Gu Xinian? Think about Gu Xinian's picky nature, if
Ordinary singers and dancers can catch his eye, so how could he be alone for so many years?
Thinking about it this way, she really didn't need to worry when Gu Xinian went out to drink and socialize.
Ye Qinglan pursed her lips and smiled, and asked naturally: "Who are you with tonight? Why did you come back without eating? Did you have a bad time with someone?" This question makes sense.
.It was obviously past meal time, but he came back without eating. It’s a bit strange no matter how you think about it!
Gu Xinian hesitated for a moment, then opened his mouth to tell the truth: "Actually, I am with Shen Changan tonight."
This answer was really beyond Ye Qinglan's expectation: "Don't you always dislike him? Why are you with him!"
Gu Xi young snorted: "Even now, I don't like him. However, he must be the one to pass on the news about this matter." He could only hold back his temper and interact with Shen a few times.
Ye Qinglan was so perceptive that she knew there was something fishy in it as soon as she heard it. After thinking about it for a while, she guessed: "He must be the one to pass on the message. It's because he is the son of General Shen! In the name of conveying family letters, it is possible to convey military information or
Important news will indeed not arouse suspicion. As for your contact with him, no interested person can notice it. Therefore, you must meet in private and quietly. The least noticeable place is of course a restaurant where people come and go.
.My guess is correct!”
Gu Xinian burst into laughter, half joking and half sincerely sighing: "Fortunately, you are a woman. If you were born as a man, you would definitely be the sharpest and most powerful opponent I have ever seen in my life!"
For Ye Qinglan, this is nothing short of the greatest compliment.
Ye Qinglan raised her head pretending to be proud: "If there is anything you can't figure out in the future, just come and ask me for advice. I will definitely give you advice."
Gu Xinian smiled absentmindedly, hugged her into his arms, and teased in an inappropriate way: "What a sharp little mouth, let me come and taste how powerful it is for myself..."
Next...it is not suitable for children, please avoid it immediately!
For more than a month after that, Gu Xinian basically never had dinner at the house. Ye Qinglan gradually got used to waiting for the door every night. In order to pass the time, she simply found a lot of books from Gu Xinian's study.
Look at it. There are everything from historical biographies, miscellaneous travel notes, and even popular novels. Reading this, I can actually see the fun. I don’t feel that the time is long. I am often reading with gusto, and I don’t realize that Gu Xinian has come back.
Gu Xinian didn't say anything, but he felt a little bit disgusted in his heart. He cruelly turned down some social activities and tried to go back home as early as possible to accompany Ye Qinglan. Ye Qinglan knew it in his heart and did not reveal it in his mouth. He just secretly thought it was funny and heartwarming.
Gu Xinian's habit of cherishing words like gold gradually changed a lot in front of Ye Qinglan. Sometimes he even took the initiative to mention important events in the DPRK. For example, the recent frequent defeats in border wars.
"... There will be reports from the border every three days. We have lost several battles in a row recently, but fortunately there are not many casualties. However, it is enough to make the emperor unhappy. Today at the court, he reprimanded me again
The prince is on the hook." Gu Xinian's eyes flashed slightly, and there was an inscrutable smile on his lips: "The third prince, contrary to his usual tit-for-tat attitude, helped the prince and said some nice things. But the emperor was angry, and the third prince said
The more there are, the angrier the emperor will be. If this continues, perhaps the emperor will soon deprive the prince of the post-war co-ordination task as the third prince wishes, and instead leave the matter to the third prince."
Ye Qinglan had been carefully thinking about it these days, but she had vaguely guessed the plan he and General Shen had set up. She couldn't help but be secretly frightened, and couldn't help but say: "The plan you and General Shen set up is too dangerous. If you are not careful,
But it was really a crushing defeat."
Morale is an invisible and intangible thing, but it is very important in war. Even if it is a false defeat planned in advance, to ordinary soldiers who are unaware, it will be a series of defeats. Over time, the soldiers'
Morale will inevitably be low, and even if you want to win the war, it will be difficult...
Regarding her concerns, Gu Xinian just smiled indifferently: "Nothing can be done without risk. I am not proficient in matters on the battlefield, but I believe that General Shen will be able to turn danger into victory at the critical moment.
." With mental arithmetic and determination, who can have the last laugh really requires a bit of luck. Gu Xinian believes that good luck must be on his side!
Seeing that he had the pearl of wisdom in hand, Ye Qinglan was full of confidence and said nothing more. However, in the days that followed, she paid more and more attention to every move in the court.
With the defeat at the border, the emperor's face became more and more gloomy, and the pressure on the prince became more and more intense. On the other hand, the third prince sent his troops to become more active. They impeached General Shen one after another and took charge of the war.
The coordinating prince also suffered. He was disgraced and impeached every day. The third prince was eager to take over and flex his muscles. But God's will is unpredictable. The emperor didn't speak for a day, and the third prince jumped up and down to no avail.
.
The situation in the court was not calm to begin with, and under this instability, an uneasy atmosphere surged. It was like the low pressure of an approaching storm, making everyone unconsciously fearful.
The prince was busy and depressed. Under such circumstances, Gu Xinian certainly had no time to relax. After finishing the household affairs every day, he had to go to the prince's mansion and work with his colleagues to make suggestions and appease the prince. He was extremely busy.
Not only men were concerned about the war at the border, but even the women at home had heard about it. On this day, after checking the account books, Mrs. Zheng suddenly sighed: "I don't know how long this battle will last.
"
Ye Qinglan consoled him: "Since we are thousands of miles away, even if we lose the battle, it will not affect the capital."
Mrs. Zheng's vision is much higher than Ye Qinglan imagined: "That's not what I said. Only when the border is stable can the people's hearts be stable. Otherwise, the people of the whole country will be distracted, and the capital, as the center of the dynasty, will be safe.
Nothing?"
Ye Qinglan didn't have to pretend to be full of admiration: "My mother-in-law is so farsighted that she really puts my daughter-in-law to shame."
Mrs. Zheng smiled: "I have lived a few more years and have seen and thought more than others. There is nothing surprising. I am not worried about anything else. I am just afraid that the prince will collapse and Xinian will be implicated."
..." All the worries were clearly revealed in the last sigh.
At this moment, Ye Qinglan had an impulse and suddenly wanted to comfort Mrs. Zheng. Gu Xinian would not be implicated. The person who would really suffer misfortune should be the third prince...
When these words were spoken, they were finally changed to: "My husband is responsible for preparing food and grass. As long as the food and grass supply is sufficient and there are no problems, even if the army is defeated, he will not be blamed. Mother-in-law, just rest assured."
It makes sense to think so. Mrs. Zheng thought about it and couldn't help laughing at herself: "Look at me, I have been thinking and worrying all day long. Even if we, the female relatives, know about these things in the court, we can't do anything about it. It's better to
I don’t know anything, but I live a more peaceful life.”
After a pause, he sighed again: "Actually, I'm not just worried about Xinian. The person leading the army this time is General Shen. I'm just worried that if we lose the battle one after another, Shen Chang'an may also lead the army.
Reinforcement at the border. I can't say how long this war will last. If it lasts for a few months or a year and a half, Yu'er will just wait. If it takes too long, and there is no news for three or two years,
What should Yu'er do then?"
Although she still doesn't like Shen Changan very much, looking at Gu Xiyu's attitude, it seems that Shen Changan is not getting married. If Shen Changan really leads the army to the border and doesn't come back for several years, won't he delay the marriage in vain?
Ye Qinglan took the opportunity to intercede for the two of them: "Your concerns are reasonable. In this case, it is better to let the two of them decide on the marriage first, and there is no need to worry about when they will get married. In short, with the status of an unmarried couple, there is no need to worry about delays.
Already."
This makes sense.
Mrs. Zheng was obviously moved and remained silent for a long time.
Ye Qinglan knew very well that too much was too little, so she didn't try to persuade her any more. She didn't know what Mrs. Zheng discussed with Gu Hong that night. In short, when Gu Xinian paid his respects early the next morning, she deliberately left him behind to discuss the matter.
Regarding this matter: "...Yu'er is already quite old, and she will be seventeen after the Chinese New Year in two months. Shouldn't she hurry up and make a marriage decision before the end of the year?"
Although the words were very reserved, the man's name was not mentioned at all. How could Gu Xinian not know what Mrs. Zheng was thinking?
After all, I am still worried about the twists and turns in the border war, and the possibility of Shen Changan rushing to the battlefield is greatly increased, lest it delay the marriage. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation, monthly vote, and your support
