The mother and daughter ended the call, and Wen Wen sat cross-legged with a somewhat lonely expression, lost in thought.
From the dark iron door under the lotus platform of the Demon-Conquering Tower, there seemed to be a shrill howl coming out, the sound was ethereal and distant.
Wen Wen seemed to wake up with a start, took a long breath, calmed down, and then frowned in displeasure, as if she was a little irritated by the shrill voice.
She raised her hand angrily and pressed it down, slapping it hard on the base of the lotus platform. All the sounds suddenly stopped, and only the rustle of the breeze through the woods could be heard.
Wen Wen stood up and floated down from the lotus platform, walking step by step towards the dark iron door. The iron door opened, and bursts of cold air escaped.
Wen Wen stepped in, the iron door closed, her graceful figure disappeared into the dim corridor, and the entire Jackdaw Island fell into silence.
…
Yuan Chaoxi slowly put the sound-transmitting magic conch back into the Qiankun bag. Her mother's slightly ungrateful mood just now infected her, casting a shadow on Ye Meng's mood.
But she quickly adjusted and did not take her mother Wenwen's abnormal state to heart. She comforted herself by saying that it was just her mother who missed her too much. She lived alone on Jackdaw Island and was trapped in the North for more than ten years.
Huang Hou finally returned to Taoism, but she was still alone, so she was so excited.
Yuan Zhaoxi walked out of the side room and came to the main hall of the small courtyard. At this time, Bai Liming was discussing this with Zuo Sisi. When they saw her coming, they both nodded and Bai Liming greeted her enthusiastically:
"You're here, Chao Xi, and we're just discussing the arrangements for tonight. Let's discuss it together, shall we?"
Yuan Chaoxi showed a bright smile, nodded and said:
"Okay, what tasks do you have for me tonight?"
Bailiming waved his hands and said with a smile:
"The protagonist tonight is not us, so we don't have any important tasks. Just protect Uncle Zuo."
He noticed the haze on Yuan Chaoxi's eyebrows that had not yet gone away, and asked with concern:
"How was your communication with your aunt? Is your aunt okay there?"
A smile broke out on Yuan Chaoxi's beautiful face, and she pretended to be relaxed and said:
"The communication was very good. What can happen to my mother? She just misses me and is a little depressed. After tonight's incident is over, I want to go back and spend time with her."
Bailiming felt relieved and said casually:
"That's good. After tonight's business is over, I will accompany you back to Kaiyang Palace. I haven't returned to Daomen for a while."
Hearing this, Zuo Sisi joked:
"Hey, are you going to see your mother-in-law? Then you have to be well prepared."
The little golden eagle immediately jumped up, flapped its wings and asked excitedly:
"Why are you meeting your mother-in-law? Oops, I didn't even realize that they have an affair. For example, a rooster lays eggs and a cat bites a dog. It's unbelievable. Zuo Si, how did you find out?"
Zuo Sisi glanced at the little golden eagle with disdain and said in an arrogant tone:
"Hmph, Xiao Feifei, what can you do with a head as big as a walnut? The two of them are flirting with each other all day long. Even if you can't tell, Xiaoyao and I, as people who have been here, can already see clearly."
The little golden eagle looked angry, but felt that what Zuo Sisi said was reasonable, so he could only sulk.
Bai Liming looked helpless and couldn't explain it even if he wanted to. He could only pretend to be evil and glare at Zuo Sisi.
Lu Xiaoyao covered her mouth and smiled sweetly, then rolled her eyes at Zuo Sici dissatisfiedly, angry that he was talking too much.
In the end, it was Yuan Chaoxi who put an end to it all. She slapped Zuo Sisi on the back of the head. Her expression was ferocious, but her words were mostly playful:
"You talk a lot and you have sharp eyes. I don't care about the relationship between sisters today. I have to deal with you in front of Xiaoyao."
Lu Xiaoyao kept laughing and said in a trembling and soft voice:
"Chao Xi, you can do whatever you want. You don't have to look at my face. If you need to be taught a lesson, just teach me a lesson."
After some fighting, Yuan Chaoxi's original gloomy mood disappeared and he returned to his carefree normality. The crises and risks that he will face at tonight's royal banquet have also been diluted a lot.
Baili Ming cleared his throat and said solemnly:
"Chao Xi, Zuo Si, Xiao Yao, Xiao Feifei, although Yin Xingjun and Kaiyang Palace are taking action tonight, the risks during the period still exist. You must protect yourselves first."
Everyone looked serious after hearing this and began to seriously think about tonight's arrangements and plans.
"Tonight, a few of us are going as guards for King An, but our division of labor needs to be clear. Zuo Si and Xiaoyao, you are responsible for protecting Uncle Zuo, and at the same time taking care of other ordinary people as well. Once the war breaks out, you will
Come here and evacuate the palace together with everyone around you."
Bailiming looked at Zuo Sisi and Lu Xiaoyao and said solemnly.
Hearing this, Zuo Sisi and Lu Xiaoyao nodded seriously, indicating that they would go all out.
Bai Liming nodded happily, then looked at Yuan Chaoxi and said in a serious voice:
"Chao Xi, your mission tonight is very critical. The Taoist sect's purpose is to capture the Holy Envoy of Bon Religion, so Yin Xingjun will not care too much about the lives of ordinary people at the banquet. They will give up the lives of ordinary people when necessary. At most
He will protect the lives of several important characters such as Emperor Yongguang and the Second Prince, you should be able to understand this."
Yuan Chaoxi sighed:
"I know that Taoism will consider the overall situation, and the lives of ordinary people are the secondary option."
Baili Ming slightly chinned his head and continued:
"But the lives of ordinary people are also lives. I never think that monks are higher than ordinary people. Every life is worthy of attention. You may think this idea is ridiculous, but I don't want those secular people to call it a war.
cannon fodder."
Then, he looked at Yuan Chaoxi and Little Golden Eagle with burning eyes:
"So, Chao Xi, tonight you must be able to evacuate the many officials and royal family members at the scene in time to minimize the casualties. Xiao Feifei, please cooperate with Chao Xi, even if you are discovered, even if you give a warning, retreat in time."
Yuan Chaoxi and Little Golden Eagle looked serious and nodded heavily. Suddenly, Yuan Chaoxi asked with concern:
"Baili, what are your plans tonight? You don't want to confront the Holy Envoy of Bon Religion head-on, do you?"
Bai Liming nodded, but looking at everyone's concerned eyes, he said slowly:
"I will go back to cooperate with Yin Xingjun in the encirclement and suppression of the Holy Envoy of the Bon Religion. You don't have to worry too much. I am just assisting. After all, this operation is still focused on Kaiyang Palace, but I will act according to the opportunity. If you encounter difficulties, I will immediately
Take action."
After the division of labor was completed, everyone began to recharge their batteries and prepare fully for the big battle at night.
…
In the Prince's Mansion, Xing Qun was busy greeting a group of dancers to perform in the main hall.
Prince Zuo Li was holding a glass of strong wine, looking drunk, but his mind was very clear, because the outcome was about to happen tonight.
When the dancer is light, she is like a spring swallow spreading its wings; when it is cheerful, it is like the beat of a drum; when it is slow, it is like the sound of a bass; when it is happy, it is like a bird jumping for joy; it looks very free, graceful and stretched.
The girl leading the dance is flying like a beautiful butterfly, twisting like a graceful wicker, her dancing posture is light and agile, her body is as light as a swallow, her body is as soft as clouds, her arms are as soft as boneless, and she grows lotus flowers step by step.
It seems like a dream but seems like reality, it seems like seeing but not painting, the fragrance is dripping. The beauty is intoxicating.
Zuo Li imagined the scene of boarding Dabao in his mind, his body became more and more excited, and waves of warmth surged through his body, making him hot and restless.
With a lustful look on his face, he led the dancing singer with his fingers and said with a silly smile: