Chapter 296

Blinking, Mu Xiyao looked around in doubt. Red sandalwood tables and chairs, rhombic bronze mirror, Ru kiln flower bag, landscape screen...the white porcelain powder box on the dressing table. Everything that catches the eye is extremely strange. It is the enamel Babu bed she is lying on, and the acacia quilt on it, it is different, it is something in her room.

Where is she?

Sitting up with her arms propped up, Mu Xiyao raised her feet to take off her embroidered shoes, touched the jade pendant on her chest, suppressed her uneasiness, and sank her head into deep thought.

At the last moment before waking up, Zong Zhenglin was sent out of Beijing in front of Zhengde Gate.

On that day, Shengjing was empty with thousands of people, and she was also guarded by disguised government guards, who secretly hid in the carriage and lifted the curtains, watching the excitement secretly from a long distance away.

Outside the car, dignitaries and nobles, as well as common people and scholars, all face each other with their backs, shoulder to shoulder. There are also many young ladies sitting in warm sedan chairs, like her, protected by family members, hiding in the dark to watch how the two highnesses in Shengjing City are most praised for their handsome appearance and heroic appearance.

Before they saw each other, Mu Xiyao was already a little sleepy from the sound of anticipation and admiration around her. If it hadn't been for the arrival of the army later and the uniform sound of the horseshoe soldiers, which shocked her immediately, she would have really lost her promise to her master.

When she came here, she spoke righteously and made a serious request to Zong Zhenglin, "If you miss your highness, you are the most heroic and upright. If you point out the majesty of the country, I will definitely not be able to eat and sleep at night." Such a shameless flattery is good. It was easy to please Zong Zhenglin, and only then did he agree to leave the house.

Looking at the person who took the lead now, Mu Xiyao had to admit with conscience that her boss, Mrs. Boss, was also a top-notch talent among thousands of troops. No wonder so many ladies from aristocratic families are fascinated. It's a pity that today is too solemn, no one has the courage to throw champagne.

This time, Zong Zhenglin led the military construction department and private army to Kunmu, where the Great Wei stationed troops, and then commanded the garrison. The three armies were integrated, and they approached Nahan, the emperor's court in Mobei from the west road.

On the other hand, Zong Zhengming led the fire cavalry battalion under the former prince's command and the private soldiers of the prince's mansion, rushed to entrust, and marched from the east road.

The main force in the middle was General Jishe, who was personally appointed by Emperor Yuan Cheng, led by veteran Huo Yinglin and two lieutenants, and went straight to Mobei's throat. Unlike the two His Royal Highnesses who led the army from Shengjing, the Chinese army had already set off from Wuzhou three days earlier and rushed to the north of Hunan.

Among the two armies, Emperor Yuan Cheng drove out slowly. The canopy is clearly visible, and the emperor is here.

The emperor burned incense to sacrifice, and then awarded the two of them Jie Yue to show military power.

Zong Zhenglin knelt down, took it with both hands, got up and stretched his cloak, strode forward and stepped on the horse. In front of Wanjun, this man has a solemn face, even if he is a profile, he is also stern and solemn.

The voice is sharp and heard far and wide. But it is the oath teacher who must be there in ancient times.

"I'm going to the three prefectures today to fight against injustice. Mobei has violated the border year after year, slaughtering women and children, and plundering food and grass. Gentlemen, the country, the country, the old father, wife and children, can you protect them?"

"We swear to die!"

In response to the sound of harmony, the roar of 80,000 soldiers and tigers made Shengjing tremble. Like a good omen, the sky is bright and the sun is clear. The people on the sidelines applauded and drank, and the scholars and beauties were even more excited than themselves.

Mu Xiyao supported her elbows and cheeks, her eyes were shining brightly. Boss-sama looks like this, with jet-black battle armor on his body, and combat boots on his feet, he looks good. The momentum is even more intimidating, very majestic.

As an emperor, he is indeed born with majesty. In the last life, he was as decisive as Emperor Jian'an in killing and conquering. During his reign, he raised troops three times and conquered himself once. Every time he returns after a big victory, he is admired by the people of Wei Dynasty. This battle in Mobei was the first time that Zong Zhenglin led his troops to an expedition. How His Royal Highness's military strategy will be, the two armies will see the outcome in front of the battle.

Lazily opening the window of the car, he was peeking at him keenly, but the man sitting on a handsome horse in the distance seemed to glance at him from afar.

No, can you catch her from such a distance? Mu Xiyao pulled the curtain, half of her face was hidden behind, her eyes were wide open.

Sure enough, she guessed it right. Zongzheng Lin turned his horse's head imperceptibly, and took advantage of Zongzheng's oath to be a teacher, and looked over again.

He hurriedly smiled to please him, but felt that he was not sincere enough, so he lifted the curtain and nodded fiercely. Then he retracted with a whoosh.

Amused by her funny appearance, Zong Zhenglin raised his eyebrows, his eyes brightened.

Could it be that the little girl is shy?

His Highness the Sixth Highness remembered what she said yesterday, and naturally felt that it was because of her daughter's shyness that she took the initiative to avoid it. Only Mu Xiyao knew that she was afraid that the ladies around her who wholeheartedly admired him would see the clues and be exposed on the spot. A woman's intuition is often surprisingly accurate.

After that... After that, except for the great army leaving Shengjing, the rest of the memory was empty.

Rubbing between her brows, Mu Xiyao's expression changed several times. Suddenly looking back at the place she had neglected just now, the soft pillows placed neatly on the bed, although not what she is used to in the room, are just in line with her habits. In the homes of the dignitaries of the Wei Dynasty, most of them were made of jade pillows or bamboo pillows added with medicinal materials. Like her, she is no different from the ones used by ordinary ladies, both are silk pillows, and she was laughed at by that person at first.

What's more, there is the brocade quilt that was properly put on her body before she sat up!

Who could have snatched her away from the Fuwei on the day of the swearing-in in Shengjing City! Mu Xiyao rubbed the back of her neck, gnashing her teeth in annoyance. His Highness the Sixth Highness did not become a flower picker, thanks to his kung fu of stealing incense and jade!

"Come here!" The tone was not kind, and it was obvious that he wanted to find someone to settle accounts.

"master!"

"Girl Huilan!"

Stepping through the threshold, the person in the goose-yellow gown with the water-red skirt and jacket is none other than her confidant and big maid. Mu Xiyao stared dumbfounded at the person in front of her, her small mouth was slightly opened, obviously frightened.

"Master, you are awake! This servant has been guarding you for a whole day, and I have been uneasy all the time, fearing that something will happen to you." He quickly called someone to bring hot water and food, and according to the rules in the house, Mu Xiyao was very safe in serving her. .

"Where is Your Highness? Who took you here?" While stuffing fish-flavored bamboo shoots into his mouth, he couldn't hold back and started to ask.

That bastard Zong Zhenglin, what kind of idea is he playing this time? Not only did he rob her, but he even took the servant girl by her side. After spending so much time and effort, it shouldn't be just for a short while. Otherwise, if they sent someone here at random, how could they have picked Hui Lan, who was familiar with her temperament, here. Is this going to detain her here for ten days and half a month?

What's more, that man used force against her again! This is a stinky problem that was developed when! Mu Xiyao bit the bamboo chopsticks and hummed angrily.

Hui Lan tugged at the hem of her skirt, lowered her head in embarrassment, her brows and eyes almost wrinkled. "Master, Your Highness ordered that before he returns, he must not mention anything here to you."

Putting down the bowl and chopsticks with a snap, the force was so great that even the shrimp balls in the bowl bounced twice. It's fine to tie her up, but he actually guards her like a thief! She should be on guard against him!

To be angry with him without eating like this is to treat myself too badly. Mu Xiyao salivated and looked at the food on the table, pawing and pawing vigorously to deliver the food to her mouth.

Hui Lan was concerned, fearing that her master would not obey her and would make a fuss. At this moment, it was rare to see that the master didn't lose his temper, and he was even more careful in serving her, for fear of making her angry for no reason.

When His Highness left, he ordered that the master must prepare his favorite stir-fried shrimp balls and crispy chicken. Now watching the master twirling his chopsticks to greet these two dishes, he finally realized that His Highness really had good intentions. But to be able to restrain the master in such a roundabout way, apart from the Mrs. Mu's family, only His Highness can do it.

After eating and drinking enough, this place is Zong Zhenglin's territory again, so Mu Xiyao naturally has no worries. Feel free to walk out of the door and stroll around, but it is the most ordinary courtyard of ordinary people.

After a long time of pride and extravagance, when I came out of the Wujin mansion and entered this small courtyard for the first time, I felt like I couldn't move around. In less than half a quarter of an hour, he visited the only main house in the yard, two side rooms, and a side room. The second door was guarded by two strong men, she just leaned closer to step on her feet and looked outside, but she didn't see any doorway, so she obediently turned back to the house.

Seeing the side concubine leave, the two guards in disguise fell to the ground suddenly. Commander Wei said that this master is very precious, and even more powerful than His Highness's favor, he is extremely difficult to serve. Just now Master Yao came over, but his backs were still stiff.

"Hui Lan, did His Highness leave any scrolls?"

"Yes. There are new stories that the master likes, and the volume "Three Slopes? Yishan Nostalgia" that you have read for a few days and have never finished."

Even if that man has a heart. If not, she would have to sit and wait foolishly for him to come back at some point.

Zong Zhenglin rushed back to the mansion at Haishi, and only stepped into the second door, and saw an orange halo in the main room at a glance. The woman's beautiful side face is projected on the window lattice, and the warmth is warm and quiet. Holding the book in his hand, the slender eyelashes fluttered occasionally, and the quiet and beautiful silhouette rippled slightly. The beauty picked a book to read at night, His Highness waved Wei Zhen to prepare hot water, and stepped inside the door.

"Jiaojiao." The simple two words made Mu Xiyao inexplicably recognize the tenderness in them.

The man leaned over and put his arms around her waist. His chin was resting on Mu Xiyao's neck, and Zong Zhenglin's lips were close to his ears, his words were concerned. "The dew is heavy at night, don't sit for too long."

The fingers holding the scroll trembled, numbness rose from the pinnae of the ears, An Xin leaned against his chest, and pouted her little mouth. "Who has robbed the concubine and just left it here?"

Is this regardless? Except for the food to eat, the warm woman to warm the kang, and the preparation of the books, everything else has become a neglect. This woman is hypocritical.

"Is it because the hall didn't tell you?" She turned around, hugged her, put her on her lap, and sat down again.

"Your Highness, you are a bully. You have coaxed my concubine to do a lot of things." Mu Xiyao thought of all the dog-legged services in the past seven days, and felt that she was blind, and was blackened by this heart, liver, spleen and lungs. Those who can't see clearly are busy working like a fool.

"This hall believes that Jiaojiao is willing and sincere."

Mu Xiyao froze for a moment, speechless. Too much flattery, it's really easy to reveal your secrets. What did she say at the time... By the way, "His Royal Highness will leave Beijing soon, even if this concubine is more tired, she is still willing."

At this moment, the original shape was revealed, but the boss caught him right away.

"It's just that I didn't mention this matter, and you took a lot of trouble. Why did you bring your concubine here?" The tone was soft, and it was obvious that it was no longer domineering.