"If I can see her tomorrow, let's test it out." Shen Xingwan said cautiously.
That night a grand bonfire dinner was held on the grassland, and everyone could attend.
After Qu Muli asked the people around Concubine Yun, she invited them both to go together.
She smiled and said, "It's hard to get out. It's a pity to miss such a prosperous time."
They have been here for so many days, and they haven't even seen a hair on King Beirong's head. Of course, this opportunity tonight is not to be missed.
Shen Xingwan said with shining eyes, "Okay, I also want to eat meat and drink wine."
The four of them did not forget their current identities and dressed up carefully. Shen Xingwan even used a pen to light a small cluster of flames on his forehead to suit the occasion, which gave him a unique look to match the makeup.
The sky was dark, and fires were burning on the grassland.
The four of them walked to the front hand in hand.
It was very lively, with men and women singing and dancing.
Naturally, the status of the four people is not qualified to come forward, and they can only stay on the outermost periphery. The people gathered here are basically people of low status.
They did not join in and watched quietly from the side.
They are not here to interact, the target is only that person from beginning to end.
Soon there was a commotion in front and a guard of honor appeared.
From a distance, Concubine Yun could be seen appearing in gorgeous clothes accompanied by a burly man.
Qumuli whispered, "That should be Your Majesty."
They were too far apart and could only take a rough look.
There are guards in front, as well as the courage and leaders of various tribes, and all of them are strong in martial arts.
It was impossible for them to kill King Beirong here, so the four of them just watched quietly and observed the nearby terrain.
Others looked at their distinctive clothes and probably guessed their purpose, but no one came to take care of them.
Shen Xingwan was chewing on the barbecue in his hand feeling bored when Mulan suddenly came over and asked, "Which one of you four is good at sword dancing?"
This is where the opportunity comes.
Qumuli was the first to speak, "I can." Then she asked, "Sister, can you play for me?"
The two looked at each other wildly, and Shen Xingwan was silent for a moment, "Okay."
"Four of you, come with me."
There is one person on each side of the two waves, so that no one can run away if something happens, just in case the other party messes up.
The four of them followed Mulan forward.
It turned out that the banquet was reaching its climax and needed singing and dancing to add to the fun. King Beirong felt that ordinary singing and dancing were not exciting and wanted to see something interesting.
Concubine Yun immediately thought of the four of them.
Shen Xingwan came on the stage with his guqin in his arms and sat down next to him.
As soon as she raised her hand, what came out was a passionate and murderous piano sound, which was completely different from her previous style.
Qu Muli happened to be wearing a red outfit tonight, holding a long sword and dancing on the dots, dancing with great grace.
King Beirong on the stage was immediately attracted and said softly, "Good music, good figure!"
Such passionate music, accompanied by strong wine and barbecue, pushed the atmosphere of the night to its climax.
At the end of the song, King Beirong was the first to express his appreciation, "You danced so energetically, thank you!"
The two of them stepped forward to salute and raised their heads. The beauty was unforgettable, and the dragon's heart was instantly filled with joy. However, they were concerned about the occasion and did not say much.
After the two stepped back, they looked at each other and knew in their hearts that they had seized this opportunity.
It depends on who King Beirong will declare after his death.
The grand party that night didn't end until midnight, and they returned to their tents early.
Shen Ruoyan was a little worried, "I should have stood up earlier."
In terms of assassination alone, she is a professional. When the time comes, her chances of success will be much higher.
Shen Xingwan was relatively calm, "Let's see, with Qu Muli's performance tonight, the chance of Beirong Wang Xian announcing her is much higher. She is not a fuel-efficient lamp."
"We have to think of an escape route and contact Coach Lin and other lurking people as soon as possible, so as not to be caught off guard."
From the current point of view, it is obvious that Qumuli and the others have a goal, they are heading towards King Beirong just like them.
Qumuli will most likely take action directly when the time comes.
This is a mixed blessing for them.
Apparently, during the grand event, King Beirong was relatively restrained. He was busy communicating with the tribe and did not indulge in women immediately. There was no movement for the time being.
Concubine Qingtang summoned them again.
The two of them went in and saluted. Qingtang said casually, "Sit down."
The two sat down uneasily. Qingtang looked at Shen Ruoyan and said, "You are Yun Niang's biological daughter, right?"
Shen Ruoyan's face changed slightly, she even knew this, "What is your relationship with my mother?"
"Don't be nervous, I won't harm you." Qingtang looked back with memories.
She climbed up from the bottom, but many years ago she was just a beggar in Shangluo who didn't have enough to eat.
Inadvertently, she became acquainted with Coach Lin, who was lurking to carry out the mission. Coach Lin felt compassion for her when she was young.
During the six months of lurking, I stayed with her, treating her like mother and daughter, hiding my identity while taking care of her.
After the mission was completed, as a fish dragon guard, he obeyed the emperor's orders. Naturally, Coach Lin did not dare to take a child back.
Otherwise, once discovered, neither of them would survive.
Teacher Lin used all the money he had to find a good family for her and teach her to take care of her, hoping that she could grow up without any worries.
Qingtang's eyes were a little sad, "Yunniang said she would come back to see me, but I kept waiting until I was sold, until I was almost tortured to death, and she didn't come."
Shen Ruoyan said dryly, "It's not that she doesn't want to come, it's just that she can't come..."
Qingtang suddenly said, "My name used to be Yunmo, which was a nice name. Later, when I entered the teaching center, I was named Qingtang. Qingtang means albizia flower..."
Her life has taken a different path since then. Just like her name, she is an albizia flower that blooms till its peak.
The poor but innocent girl sold her body and dignity and stood in the most prosperous and filthy place.
What she always longed for in her heart was the days when she and Yun Niang were dependent on each other.
No one spoke for a while. From a beggar to the emperor's concubine, you don't need to think about how much hardship you endured.
Qingtang looked at Shen Ruoyan with complicated eyes, "It's great. As expected, being her daughter will be very happy and well protected. It's a pity that my mother died when I was very young."
Shen Ruoyan was speechless, first for the Miss Shen family, and then by Shen Xingwan's side. For more than ten years, she had no worries about food and clothing, and now she is doing what she wants to do. She is indeed lucky.
"We met this time. Every year on my birthday, I would ask Your Majesty to let me go out of the palace and go home to see you." Qingtang looked indifferent. After becoming a concubine, she kept the things in the imperial city where she and Yun Niang lived. Bought a small yard.
Although she was of humble status, she was favored. Every time she cried, His Majesty also cried in pity for the beauty.
After talking about the past, it’s time to talk about the present.
Qingtang's eyes suddenly became sharp, "What do you want to do when you sneak in at this time?"
The matter was so important that Shen Xingwan said quietly, "Since we are old friends, let's just talk about old things. It's good for both of us."
