It was not until dawn, and there were even people hawking on the road, that Zhuo Mufeng came out of the house. Although he felt refreshed, his face was very ugly.
Without him, if the Emperor of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty did not choose to bow his head today, then Su Zhilan would return to the Northern Qi Dynasty. By then, they would be separated by deep palaces, and it would be extremely difficult for the two of them to meet again.
For someone who has always been domineering, this is simply intolerable. However, before the separation, Zhuo Mufeng did not mention taking Su Zhilan away, as he was not that naive.
Not to mention whether there is a way to hide it from everyone and leave with Su Zhilan, the consequences are not something Zhuo Mufeng can bear now, and it will even affect everyone who has a relationship with him.
So Zhuo Mufeng could only restrain himself and watch Su Zhilan leave. There was never a moment when he was so eager for strength and power. If he was a legendary master, if he had enough power to make Beiqi fearful, he might be able to truly possess this woman.
But all this is so far away from Zhuo Mufeng.
Looking at the gray sky and the city covered with white snow, Zhuo Mufeng took a breath of cold air and walked towards Songya Garden with a gloomy expression.
For most of the day after that, he had been waiting for news from the Imperial City of Eastern Zhou Dynasty, feeling restless.
In fact, this was the case for the entire Eastern Zhou Dynasty. From the court to the marketplace, to the rivers and lakes, no one could calm down and wait anxiously for the latest news, whether they were relatives of the emperor, literati, traffickers or warriors. news.
Countless merchants from all over the country gathered together to discuss how to deal with the ensuing chaos if the Emperor of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty refused to compromise.
The atmosphere in the imperial city is particularly solemn. The snow has stopped, but there is no clear sky. Instead, there are dark clouds covering the top, thick and oppressive, as if the end is coming.
In the Yingfeng Inn, Su Zhilan was sitting in a high position, flanked by Lu Jing and other staff and a group of Northern Qi masters, who were ready to set off at any time.
The fists in Su Zhilan's sleeves were quietly clenched, and a trace of sadness flashed in her beautiful eyes, which was replaced by some kind of determination.
The officials of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty walked into the imperial city with solemn expressions. The usual scenes of chatting, laughing and discussing were no longer there. They were all silent, and each was entangled in their own thoughts.
The court meeting was held as usual, and outsiders were isolated by the palace walls and had no idea what was going on inside. The streets, alleys, Qin Tower and Chu Pavilion, inns and restaurants were all crowded with people.
Just because many people gave up their work today and went to crowded places to chat and relieve their anxiety while waiting for the final result.
Waiting is always the hardest part.
Until near noon, snowflakes began to fall in the sky again. The court meeting was over and all the officials came out of the palace one by one. The servants and servants sent by various families to inquire about the news came forward one after another and shouted to the master.
"Your Majesty is kind and righteous, and for the sake of all people in the world, he will endure hardships and seek perfection. I am really lucky to have such a wise king in the Eastern Zhou Dynasty."
"Your Majesty has agreed to discuss alliance matters with Northern Qi. Why are you here to join in the fun? Why don't you get out of here!"
"Did Madam ask you to come? Tell her that it is not her, a woman's turn, to worry about such important matters of family and country."
In front of the palace gate, all the officials scolded the servants at home.
Although the servants were scolded, they were not stupid. They heard the choice of the Emperor of Eastern Zhou Dynasty and all let out a big sigh of relief. However, they did not dare to laugh when they saw the expression on their master's face, so they pretended to run away. Went home to announce the good news.
The news spread throughout the imperial city like a mountain roar and a tsunami, and the oppressive and suffocating atmosphere also melted away. In the streets and alleys, you can hear praises for the Eastern Zhou Dynasty emperor and infinite indignation against the murderer of Qi Yuanhao. .
A few voices who were dissatisfied with this and would rather have the world in chaos than make concessions were easily drowned in this tide.
This news spread outwards, naturally making the entire Eastern Zhou Dynasty excited. Most people felt lucky and relaxed, and they all went home happily.
Zhuo Mufeng learned about this from Qin Kering's mouth, and his face was filled with excitement immediately, and all his worries were swept away. Since the Emperor of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty had given in, Lu Jing and others would definitely stay here, and he couldn't wait to go see him right away.
Demon concubine.
Qin Keqing looked at him and said strangely: "With your character, I thought you would be dismissive."
Zhuo Mufeng's expression dropped and he said seriously: "Aunt Qin's words are wrong. Those who serve the country cannot ignore the interests of the country and the people just because of their temporary mood. The account of Qi Yuanhao's murder this time will be settled sooner or later.
.But before that, we have to get over the current difficulties first!"
Qin Keqing smiled and said, "I didn't realize that you still have such insight."
This guy is just talking nonsense. He is not excited because of this. Thinking of seeing the demon concubine again tonight, his heart is going nowhere.
In the evening, Officer Zhuo went out again. The old gatekeeper behind him shook his head, looking helpless.
Arriving outside the house, after waiting for a long time, Xiao Taoye came out with a pretty face.
Dongzhou gave in, and both parties were happy. She was very happy at first, but when she thought about the empress returning to the room, she immediately took her to this place through a secret passage just to have a private meeting with this bad guy. Xiao Taoye felt itchy with hatred.
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Thinking of the scene she saw last night, Xiao Taoye's face turned red and she looked at Zhuo Mufeng with burning eyes: "You are not allowed to bully the empress!" If she had known that this guy was such a bastard, she should not have listened to the empress and brought him in.
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Zhuo Mufeng said in surprise: "How can I say this? How did I bully her?"
Xiao Taoye raised her eyebrows and said angrily: "You still don't admit it, I've already seen it!"
Hearing what she had pointed out and her shameful and angry expression, Zhuo Mufeng suddenly realized and said perfunctorily: "This is a matter between adults. Little girl, you don't understand."
He himself was only twenty years old, barely a few years older than Xiao Taoye. This old-fashioned tone naturally made Xiao Taoye furious.
Seeing the other party's reluctance, Zhuo Mufeng had no choice but to scare him: "Xiao Taoye, if you don't take me in again, it will be terrible if someone discovers you."
The sky and the earth are not as big as the safety and reputation of the empress. Even though Xiao Taoye was full of anger, she could only hold it back when she encountered such a scoundrel. Her body shook violently, and finally she stomped her feet hard and walked back like a robot.
Go.
Zhuo Mufeng was dumbfounded and laughed, and quickly followed behind.
Needless to say, this night was naturally full of affection and tenderness. Zhuo Mufeng and Su Zhilan were in love with each other and did not need to be separated for the time being. They forgot everything and devoted all their enthusiasm.
Su Zhilan said that negotiating many details of the alliance took a lot of time, but because of the tight war situation, the Eastern Zhou Dynasty and the Northern Qi Dynasty would deliberately speed up the process, but no matter what, it would still take at least ten days and a half.
This made Zhuo Daguan extremely happy, and he hugged the demon concubine in circles, making the demon concubine roll her eyes.
From then on, every night, Official Zhuo would come here on time to report. Of course, every time, he would be met with unabashed resistance from Xiao Taoye. Unfortunately, someone was too thick-skinned and did not take it seriously.
During this period, an interesting thing happened.
It was probably the third day of negotiations between the two countries. Qiu Rongshang and the Eleventh Prince found Songyayuan and asked Zhuo Mufeng to go to the palace for a banquet that night.
What a joke, Mr. Zhuo is now poisoned by Su Zhilan. He thinks about that woman's charm every day, so he has no time to go to any appointments. Besides, he and the Eleventh Prince are not familiar with each other at all.
So this guy didn't even think about it and just refused by saying that he had an appointment in advance.
Qiu Rongshang was very disappointed when she heard this, her eyes dimmed for a while, and she couldn't help but ask: "I wonder who made an appointment with Senior Brother Zhuo?"
Zhuo Mufeng smiled apologetically: "A friend in the imperial city."
The Eleventh Prince on the side saw the appearance of his sweetheart and snorted coldly towards Zhuo Mufeng: "Do you think that my palace would mind adding an extra pair of chopsticks? A gentleman has the beauty of an adult. Brother Zhuo, please bring your friend with him."
Can."
Qiu Rongshang's eyes widened when she heard this, and she secretly thought that this was a good idea.
But how could Zhuo Mufeng agree? If he really took Su Zhilan there, the Eastern Zhou Dynasty and the Northern Qi Dynasty would probably explode. He didn’t want to become a sinner for the ages, so he waved his hands and said: "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty, but it’s really no need. I and that person
My friend wants to talk about something private."
After being criticized twice, the Eleventh Prince angrily said: "Zhuo Mufeng, do you look down on me? Don't think that you can be arrogant because you have the Emperor's Beihong Sword in your hand. I tell you, come tonight
You have to come, you have to come even if you don’t come!”
Zhuo Mufeng really had a headache when he encountered this kind of two hundred and fifty, but with the identity of the other party here, he really couldn't force it. The emperor of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty had an unpredictable attitude towards him. If he was charged with this matter, it would be over.
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Do you want to waste one night of yourself and Su Zhilan because of this guy?
Zhuo Mufeng was very resistant and angry in his heart, and was thinking about what to do when Feng Wu and the others came unexpectedly, accompanied by Le Qian himself.
From a long distance away, Le Qian laughed and said, "Mu Feng, Feng Wu and everyone are here to ask you for advice on piano skills."
Hearing this, Prince Eleven and Qiu Rongshang looked at each other. Did you hear that right? Feng Wu and everyone came to Zhuo Mufeng to ask for advice on piano skills. What are you talking about?
Le Qian and Feng Wu approached and found the Eleventh Prince, and both sides greeted him with a salute.
Qiu Rongshang, in particular, has always regarded Feng Wu as her idol, and even her depressed mood after being rejected by Zhuo Mufeng has recovered a lot.
After some introduction, Prince Eleven and Qiu Rongshang learned that Zhuo Mufeng had played an unprecedented piece of music a few years ago, which was highly praised by everyone in Leqian and Feng Wu.
The Eleventh Prince was very dissatisfied and said: "Zhuo Mufeng, play your song Xiaoyaoyou for me to listen to."
Zhuo Mufeng smiled and said nothing, thinking in his heart, if you asked me to play, should I play? If I didn't care about your identity, I would play your whole body.
It was Le Qian who came to the rescue, or maybe it was the old guy who wanted to show off in front of everyone in Feng Wu. He performed the song Xiaoyaoyou in an extremely free and easy way.
Qiu Rongshang's beautiful eyes were filled with sparkles as she stared at Zhuo Mufeng. The Eleventh Prince was so jealous that he wished he could tear Zhuo Mufeng alive.
But at this time, even Feng Wu greatly praised and praised Zhuo Mufeng, and said that the melody of this piece was unprecedented and it inspired her piano skills.
Zhuo Mufeng took the initiative and said to Feng Wu: "I was invited by everyone in Feng Wu a few days ago, but I didn't expect that everyone would come to the door in person, which really scares me. It's getting late, how about we set off now?
"
Hearing these words, Feng Wu was confused for a while, thinking, when did I invite you? However, she has always loved music like fate, and was worried about how to talk to Zhuo Mufeng. Seeing that he wanted to take advantage of her, she was happy to be a favor: "
That being the case, Mr. Zhuo invites you."
The two left together, seemingly very harmonious, leaving only a few people behind who looked shocked.
Feng Wu's status is very special, so when she invites Zhuo Mufeng, the Eleventh Prince can't stop her, let alone force them to pass the palace. It would be embarrassing if they are rejected.
Le Qian murmured: "Good guy, are you hooking up with Feng Wu again?" with an astonished look on his face. The other two palace masters who greeted the Eleventh Prince, Qin Xi, Qin Keqing and others also looked at a certain
The back of the person is in a daze.
Qiu Rongshang, who was on the side, was in a very bad mood. She lowered her head and said, "Your Majesty, let's go back." When Zhuo Mufeng and Zhuo Mufeng walked away, he wrung his hands and walked forward.