In the blink of an eye, Xu Jing came back with a normal expression.
Zhao Xiyan was still sitting leisurely on the swing, and looked over with a pair of black eyes as clear as autumn water: "Murong Shen is gone?"
Xu Jing grinned: "Well, you are so angry with me! Didn't you see how Murong Shen's face turned black because of my anger? It's so relieved, hahaha!"
Zhao Xiyan smiled.
She was familiar with Murong Shen's temper, and even more aware of Xu Jing's ability to anger people to death even if they were killed.
Yuhan winked at Haitang, Haitang pursed her lips and smiled, and retreated a few meters away with Yuhan. Xu Shiyi and other soldiers were more sensible, and had already retreated far away without the master's orders.
Xu Jing walked up behind Zhao Xiyan and continued to push the swing for her while bragging braggingly: "It's a pity that you weren't here just now, otherwise you would have been able to appreciate my heroic gesture of repelling the enemy with just a few words."
Zhao Xiyan was so amused that she kept laughing.
Every time I'm with Xu Jing, I feel so happy.
How I wish that the world would stop at this moment. All the wind, rain and worries would be shut out.
Unfortunately, this is just an extravagant hope. After joking, you have to calm down and face reality.
Zhao Xiyan signaled Xu Jing to stop, got off the swing, and sat at the stone table with Xu Jing. There were four exquisite plates on the stone table, including sweet and sour preserved fruits, fragrant preserved meats, and fresh fruits.
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Zhao Xiyan picked up the dried meat and ate it slowly.
Xu Jing picked up the preserved fruit and stuffed it into his mouth, commenting casually: "This year's preserved fruit is well made, sour and sweet, and tastes better than last year's."
This preserved fruit was made by Zhao Xiyan herself. She stayed in her boudoir all day, reading, practicing calligraphy and painting, or playing the piano for fun. In her free time, she made her own balsam and preserved fruit, and she was very ingenious.
Zhao Xiyan pursed her lips and smiled: "If you like to eat it, I will let the hosta put it in a box later and you can take it back."
Xu Jing never treated Zhao Xiyan politely, and immediately said: "Bring two boxes. Let my mother, concubine, third sister and fourth sister also have a taste of your craftsmanship."
Zhao Xiyan smiled and hummed.
Xu Jing suddenly lowered his voice and said: "Zhou Sui and Wang Tong have been missing. It seems that they have run away."
Hearing Zhou Sui's name, Zhao Xiyan's heart sank, and she said softly: "Qinglong Mountain is Zhou Sui's territory. He has been operating in Qinglong Mountain for more than ten years. The cunning rabbit has three caves, so he must have a hiding place."
Qinglong Mountain stretches for hundreds of miles, and it is impossible to completely block it.
A chill flashed through Xu Jing's eyes: "Qinglong Village is over. Even if Zhou Sui escapes by chance and has no one under his command, he will not be able to cause trouble."
yes!
At least, Beihai County is safe. Even Pingyuan County and Zichuan County will not suffer.
Zhao Xiyan frowned, thought for a moment and then whispered: "The bandit suppression is successful, Murong Shen will have to return to the capital soon. The Jiaodong Army will not stay in Qinglong Mountain forever. It is up to you to search for Zhou Sui's whereabouts.
Send someone there."
"You also need to be more careful. Zhou Sui is a cruel person, and he is willing to spend money and money. This time he suffered a disaster, and he will never let it go."
Xu Jing did not exaggerate, but said: "I know it well."
Zhao Xiyan said no more.
Xu Jing usually laughs and laughs without any formality, but in fact he has a plan in mind and a method for doing things.
Xu Jing ate up a plate of preserved fruits and packed two boxes.
You cannot steal a piece of incense before leaving in full public view.
Xu Jing stared at Zhao Xiyan's face with regret: "The palace is hosting a banquet tonight to see Eunuch Ma off. My wife will also be there. I have to leave now."
Zhao Xiyan hummed, smiled and waved goodbye.
"The day after tomorrow, when you have a hairpin ceremony, I will definitely come over early." Xu Jing quickly shook Zhao Xiyan's hand, and then reluctantly left.
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That night, Zhao Xiyan waited until midnight again.
Sure enough, Colonel Murong, the crown prince of Beihai, recreated the scene of that day and insisted on sending Zhao Yuanming back together.
However, Zhao Xiyan did not show up this time.
Murong Shen suppressed the disappointment in his heart and politely said goodbye: "Uncle Zhao, please rest early. I will come back to see you tomorrow."
Ever since he knew that Murong Shen had sat on the dragon's throne in his previous life, Zhao Yuanming was very polite to Murong Shen: "The banditry in Qinglong Village has not been completely eliminated, and Captain Murong has to rush back, so there is no need to run to the Zhao family."
Murong Shen responded: "There are two brothers, Li Ji and Li Xiao, over at Qinglong Mountain. I also left the imperial guards there, and the remaining bandits couldn't fly out even if they had wings. I stayed in Beihai County for a few days, and there were many
I have free time. I just hope that uncle will not turn me away."
Zhao Yuanming thought for a while and said: "I have to attend classes at the Clan Academy during the day. If Captain Murong wants to come, then come to the Clan Academy!"
Murong Shen relaxed his eyebrows and responded with a smile.
Xu Jing: "..."
Wife and future father-in-law, you have to stand firm!
In fact, throughout the entire night, Zhao Yuanming was very polite to Murong Shen.
Then, Zhao Yuanming turned his head and said to Xu Jing with a stern face: "The prince has to take care of the prince's illness. He cannot come to the clan school to attend classes. Don't waste your studies in the prince's palace."
Murong Shen was a little flattered at first, but seeing Zhao Yuanming scolding Xu Jing with a stern face, he felt indescribable envy for some reason.
Xu Jing was also a little dissatisfied with his wife's appearance, and responded sullenly: "Don't worry, Master, I read for an hour every day!"
Zhao Yuanming frowned: "How can I just read books? Write an article every day and send it to me every five days."
Xu Jing complained endlessly: "How can I write one article a day? Writing one article in five days is almost enough."
Zhao Yuanming was angry when he saw his lazy look, and glared at him: "One article every three days. If you continue to be lazy, don't call me master in the future."
After a pause, he said calmly: "Your Majesty, if you can't write an article, you can ask Yue Yaer for some pointers."
Xu Jing's eyes lit up and he wanted to rush forward, hug his master and kiss him: "Yes, yes, yes, I will listen to you."
"Your Majesty is fifteen years old this year. He is an adult now. You need to be more prudent." Master Zhao started to train with a serious face again. He turned around and smiled at Murong Shen and said: "My disciple is incompetent, so I, my master, must always be there."
The urging and reminding made Colonel Murong laugh."
Murong Shen: "..."
Zhao Yuanming's skill of "differentiating between closeness and distance" is much better than Xu Jing's jumping up and down.
Murong Shen felt like he had been stabbed deeply in the chest. Facing Zhao Yuanming's gentle and polite smile, he couldn't express his temper, so he had to say goodbye.
After sending away the two eyesores, Zhao Yuanming stepped into the house.
Zhao Xiyan had been hiding in the dark until now and said: "Dad, you are back."
Zhao Yuanming smiled and hummed, his eyes passing over his daughter's stunningly beautiful face, feeling both proud and sad in his heart.
The daughter he raised carefully was beautiful, intelligent and brave, unparalleled in the world. Those brats outside were staring at her like thieves.
