The next morning, Tu Xian's number one think tank, Xiao Yuetan, came to see Xiang Shaolong. The two sat down in the small living room of Neixuan. Xiao Yuetan said, "It's the Prime Minister who asked me to come to see the Taifu to see if there is anything I can do to help."
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Xiang Shaolong had too much fun last night and drank two more drinks. He said in a dazed state: "Sir, please don't come out. Just call me Shaolong. No matter what position I hold, we are friends who have shared weal and woe."
We only treat each other as equals." At the same time, try to figure out the other person's intentions.
Seeing that he was not putting on airs, Xiao Yuetan felt happy. After some humility, he explained his purpose and said: "In order to facilitate Shaolong's travel to Zhao State, it is troublesome and inappropriate to rely solely on disguises, so the Prime Minister ordered Xiao to be Shaolong."
Xiaojun, Brother Teng and Brother Wu made four exquisite masks according to the shape of their faces. As long as they add a little makeup, such as modifying the shape and pigment of the temples, they can definitely hide it from Zhao Mu. Of course, Shaolong and others still have to use their voices.
Please cooperate more with your behavior, otherwise you will still be recognized.”
Xiang Shaolong woke up from a dream and said with great joy: "Xiang Guo has thought so carefully. I wonder if he has brought the things."
Xiao Yuetan proudly took off the small package on her back and untied it, revealing four masks.
He picked up one of the pairs and put it on Xiang Shaolong. Xiang Shaolong immediately transformed into a rugged man with a beard.
Xiao Yuetan stretched out her fingers, stroked around his eyes, and said with a smile: "The most ingenious part of this design is that most of the interfaces are in the hair, such as the eye-shaped gap that exposes the eyes. It not only thickens your eyebrows, but also makes your eyes more beautiful."
The shape has become rounded, so even people who know you well cannot recognize you with their eyes. As for the lower joint, apply a layer of powder oil and it will be seamless."
Xiang Shaolong hurriedly took a bronze mirror to look at it and was amazed.
Xiao Yuetan took out the toner and drew symbols on the mask, then took it off for him and said: "This mask still needs some repairs, and it can be delivered within three days."
Xiang Shaolong was surprised: "Mr. Xiao is really amazing. He can make such a perfect mask just by relying on his memory. What kind of material is this?"
Xiao Yuetan was naturally happy to be admired by others, and happily replied: "This is a rare animal called "Leopard Lin" produced in the northwest. It is only a little larger than a hunting dog. It is very rare. I searched for it at a high price and only got four.
The animal skins were all used up in one go this time."
Xiang Shaolong secretly thought that this unheard-of strange beast was most likely extinct because of Xiao Yuetan. After thanking him, he summoned Teng Yi and the other three people and asked them to try them on one by one to see if there was anything that needed repairing.
Teng Yi and others were all amazed, and they were even more excited about the trip to Handan.
Jing Jun's physique is unbelievably good. In just a few days, he can move freely, but of course he still can't fight.
When Xiao Yuetan took off his mask for Teng Yi, he wondered: "Brother Teng, has something happy happened to him? Why is his whole person different?"
Teng Yi's face turned red for the first time, and he just ignored it. He didn't dare to look at other people.
After Xiao Yuetan wrapped the things, he lowered his voice and said: "Yesterday, Master Tu has sent people to investigate the matter of Shaolong being ambushed on the street. He should be from the Weinan Warriors Hall, because it happened that two of their warriors died yesterday.
Yes, the funeral was held secretly."
With this said, everyone knew that Mingtu had bribed someone in the samurai villa first, otherwise how could they have known such secret information.
Xiao Yuetan said: "But Xiangguo wants to ask Shaolong to bear this breath temporarily, because Xiangguo has a better plan to get rid of Yang Quanjun and Qiu Risheng in one fell swoop, so he doesn't want to scare the snake at this moment."
Jing Jun said angrily: "They come to deal with us when they like. Sooner or later someone will harm them."
Xiang Shaolong secretly thought that Lu Buwei was getting more and more powerful. He was no longer just fighting for the moment, but his ruthlessness was chilling. He stopped Jing Jun and said, "Mr. Xiao, please rest assured, Prime Minister, we know what to do."
Xiao Yuetan obviously had a good relationship with Jing Jun. He pulled him aside, explained, and promised not to let Qiu Risheng and others go before leaving Wu Mansion.
Everyone discussed the security issues of the Wu family and formulated a strategy. Xiang Shaolong said: "Get ready. We will get the mask in three days and we will hit the road immediately."
Xiang Teng Yi smiled and said: "Brother Teng, enjoy these precious days."
Teng Yi smiled bitterly and said, "You want to make fun of me too."
At this time, a chamberlain arrived and said that Xiang Shaolong was ordered to enter the palace immediately by the queen's order.
Xiang Shaolong obeyed the order in astonishment and left the house.
This time, of course, there were a large number of Wu family warriors, unlike last time they were riding alone.
After Zhu Ji dismissed the palace maids, only Zhu Ji, Xiaopan and Xiang Shaolong were left in the large square pavilion in the imperial garden. The other closest guards were more than ten feet away and could only watch but not hear.
Their answers.
With Xiao Pan around, Xiang Shaolong certainly doesn't worry that Zhu Ji will "seduce" him.
That would give him a huge headache.
Zhu Ji poured a full cup of wine for him on the stone table in the center of the pavilion, and after earnestly urging him to drink, her pretty face became flushed with redness from the alcohol, making her look even more charming and charming.
This beauty indeed has a charm that will captivate the whole country. Her charming charm makes people think of beauty as a disaster, especially when Xiang Shaolong thinks about what will happen to her in the future.
Zhu Ji's expression suddenly became serious, and she said sincerely: "I asked Shaolong to come today because of the king's consent, so that my mother and son can express their gratitude. Now Zhu Ji has nothing to ask for anymore, she just hopes to cultivate Zheng'er well."
So that he can be a competent monarch in the future." His eyes moved to the small plate, revealing his mother's loving look.
Then he whispered: "Fortunately, this child did not disappoint me."
Xiaopan's eyes were slightly red and she approached Zhu Ji.
Xiang Shaolong felt relieved.
This is also very reasonable. Even if Zhu Ji is naturally promiscuous, she should have been tired of it after living in Handan for so many years.
So I cherish my new life again with my husband and son, at least for the time being.
Xiang Shaolong nodded and said: "Shaolong understands Empress Ji's concerns."
After Zhu Ji took a deep look at him, she looked around at the beautiful scenery of the imperial garden and sighed with satisfaction: "I know you understand me best. Meeting you is not only like meeting a friend, but also like meeting a relative."
, I don’t need to hide anything from you. If you have any problems, don’t be afraid to tell me. It will be more convenient for me to report some situations to the king than for the prime minister to report them."
Xiang Shaolong didn't know how true her words were, but given her current status, it was indeed unusual for her to say such things.
Zhu Ji patted Xiaopan's shoulder and said, "Master Zheng'erqin is here, go quickly."
Xiaopan reluctantly stood up and followed the chamberlain who was standing far away. Xiang Shaolong knew that the showman was coming, so he waited silently.
Zhu Ji rolled her eyes at him and said, "I didn't act like a queen in front of you, so why didn't I say more than a few words?"
Seeing that there were only two of them, Xiang Shaolong smiled easily and said: "It will be beneficial to Empress Ji and me to observe the etiquette of a monarch and a minister."
Zhu Ji smiled and said: "You and I don't need to say a lot of things, but I am really grateful to you. Oh, I wish I had given my body to you while I was in Handan. At least I would have left a beautiful relationship.
Memories. Now in order to be a good queen and a good mother, I have to put all my personal feelings aside. I hope Shaolong can understand her state of mind."
Xiang Shaolong did not expect that after Zhu Ji became the Qin Kingdom, she would still speak so directly and openly. This shows that the situation is easy to change, but the nature is hard to change.
Can't find the topic at the moment.
Zhu Ji said slightly angrily: "Look, you have become mute again."
Xiang Shaolong smiled bitterly and said, "What can I say? Should I express happiness or displeasure?"
Zhu Ji said calmly: "Seeing that you are mostly happy, then I won't worry about burdening Zhu Ji."
Xiang Shaolong is amused in his heart. Women are so strange. She tells you not to mess with her, but when you really don't mess with her, you become angry. What a contradiction.
Zhu Ji also knew that she had gone too far. After sighing, her face turned cold and she said, "Shaolong is going to Handan today. Can you kill two people for me?"
Xiang Shaolong was shocked, looked at her and said: "Say"
Zhu Ji seemed to have changed into another person, her eyes were full of murderous intent, and she said slowly word by word: "The first one is Zhao Mu's other lackey Le Cheng, but don't ask me why, I don't even think about it.
I’d like to think of it.”
Xiang Shaolong knew that she must have been greatly humiliated by this person, otherwise she would not hate her like this, so he nodded and said: "I can definitely do it for you."
Zhu Ji suppressed her murderous aura, her eyes showed a gentle and silky look, and she whispered softly: "But it's too dangerous, so it's not necessary. The most important thing is that you can come back safe and sound. Without you, Zhu Ji will feel that she has lost a good confidant."
.From the first time I saw you, I felt that even if you were not my lover, you would still be a close friend."
Xiang Shaolong became confused.
Are her words genuine, or are they just a way to win over him?
He had already seen her ability to charm Zhao Mu and Guo Kai, so he was very wary.
Of course he pretended to be moved on the surface.
But she couldn't hide it from her. Zhu Ji said angrily: "Do you think I'm lying to you? In the name of God, if I, Zhu Ji, say a word of lies, I won't end up well."
Xiang Shaolong was startled and said hurriedly: "Keep your voice low, it will be terrible if others hear you."
Zhu Ji glanced at him and said angrily: "Don't you dare to believe it?"
Xiang Shaolong nodded helplessly and sighed: "Who is the other person? Guo Kai?" Xuan shook his head and said: "Of course it's not him, otherwise Empress Ji would have forced me to kill him that day."
Zhu Ji was still angry and said coldly: "If you still know how to use your brain, of course you are not Guo Kai. Among those hateful people, he is very good to me."
Xiang Shaolong became very curious and said: "Stop being so secretive and tell me quickly."
Zhu Ji pursed her lips and smiled, and said playfully: "No matter who I name, you will kill him according to their instructions?"
Xiang Shaolong was stunned and said: "You said I am your confidant, why does Empress Ji always seem to look at me in embarrassment?"
Zhu Ji's heart softened and she smiled sweetly: "Okay, I won't embarrass you anymore. The other person is...just..."
Xiang Shaolong frowned and said, "Do you want me to beg you before you say it?"
When Zhu Ji lowered her head and raised it up again, tears fell from the corners of her eyes, and she said sadly: "On that day, the king and Prime Minister Lu fled Handan. After Zhao Mu learned about it, he sent Lecheng and a large number of people to rush into the house with ferocious looks, and immediately took all the people away.
The male servants were executed and the women were collectively raped and humiliated. The hideous and horrific scene is still vivid in my mind. Even if I don’t think about it during the day, I will still relive the miserable scene in my dreams. The person who gave the order was Le Cheng, you say?
Should he be killed?"
Xiang Shaolong's blood surged, and a cold murderous intent flashed in his eyes.
Zhu Jichui said: "The next day, the fake son and I were taken to Zhao Mu and put under house arrest. Those few days were the most disgusting days in my life. At that time, I made a vow that if I could escape in the future, I would take revenge.
Such a disgrace."
Xiang Shaolong reminded her: "You still haven't said who that person is."
Zhu Ji said lightly: "It's Zhao Ya."
Xiang Shaolong said in shock: "What?"
Zhu Ji said coldly: "What? I can't do it."
Only then did Xiang Shaolong understand why she had to waste so much time talking. He felt extremely uncomfortable and said in a deep voice, "What on earth has she done?"
Zhu Ji actually burst into laughter and said like a trembling flower: "I lied to you. I just hate your disgusting way of not being moved by others, so I came to Zhao Ya to scare you." Then she said with a beautiful face.
Han said: "But except for this part, everything else is absolutely true. If circumstances permit, please bring Lecheng's level back to others. Zhu Ji begs you."
Looking at her beautiful face with teardrops, Xiang Shaolong felt that his head was as big as a bucket. This woman is really difficult to deal with. It seems that God gave her birth just so that she can play with men in the palm of her hand. No wonder
Even Zhao Mu was reluctant to kill her.
Zhu Ji raised her sleeves to wipe away the tears and said softly: "Be careful. If it were someone else, I would definitely guarantee his glory and wealth. But I know that you are an ordinary person who regards fame as dirt, so I can only
I would like to express my gratitude to you. But if you have any request, just say it and Zhu Jiding will do his best to handle it for you."
Suddenly he smiled slightly and said: "For example, the most beautiful widow Qing in the world, Shaolong, do you want someone to introduce you to her? I don't think she can resist your charm?"
Xiang Shaolong glared at her angrily, stood up and said, "If Queen Ji doesn't give me any more orders, please forgive me for going home to prepare for the trip to Handan."
Zhu Ji glanced at him faintly, stood up slightly angrily, and said, "You are such a tough guy. You keep trying to pressure me with your trip to Handan. I can't help but let you go even if I don't want to."
Then she smiled and said: "But I am just happy with how you are. Alas, it will be difficult for me to have the opportunity to talk to you as freely as I do now."
Xiang Shaolong was also touched when he heard this.
Zhu Ji's days as queen are still short, so she still retains her old mentality. You can tell just by looking at her firm attitude at the beginning, but then she turns to herself.
No matter what, there is an insurmountable gap between the two of them, and no matter how much they love each other, they can only keep it hidden in their hearts in the future.
The two faced each other in silence for a long while before Xiang Shaolong saluted and left.