Chapter 1133 Test
Shang Ruyi felt that all the blood in her body had gathered in her chest, her heartbeat was pounding, and her hands and feet were as cold as ice.
But there was no change in expression on her face. After another careful identification, she finally said with certainty: "Are you Guan Chiying?"
"... !”
Guan Chiying was also shocked.
He came here taking a risk, and he was prepared to explain his identity and origin to Shang Ruyi. In addition, he also needed to spend some time to gain her trust. However, he did not expect that the other party would directly call him out as soon as he opened his mouth. his name.
You must know that after the marriage between the official family and the Yuwen family, although Yu Wenyuan had a close relationship with Guan Ao, the official official, Guan Yunmu himself rarely returned to the official family because of his weak health. Especially after Yu Wenyuan was transferred to Shanxi Comfort Ambassador, there was basically no contact with the back house, so that When Yu Wenye got married, almost none of the official family members in Luoyang were present to congratulate him; later, Yu Wenye took Shang Ruyi back to Luoyang, and Shang Ruyi also followed him around to fight, and the relationship was still very unfamiliar - even, Shang Ruyi She vaguely remembered that she had not seen Guan Chiying at the funeral of Guan's wife.
More nonsense later, the official family was left in Luoyang, the Eastern Capital fell, and Yu Wenyuan ascended the throne in Daxing City and proclaimed himself emperor. The two sides seemed to be separated into two worlds.
Now, two people meet in this small tent, as if the two worlds are connected for the first time.
The official Chi Ying immediately calmed down after being shocked and said carefully: "Yes, I'm the official Chi Ying."
After saying that, he calmed down and looked at Shang Ruyi with bated breath, as if waiting for Shang Ruyi's next reaction - whether to ask about his purpose, or to immediately shout for someone to arrest him as an uninvited guest.
But somewhat unexpectedly, Shang Ruyi neither asked immediately nor yelled. She just frowned and looked at him intently, with only half of her face exposed by the veil. His brows were knitted together, his eyes flickering, and he could see that at this moment She was also experiencing a great inner struggle. After a long time, she finally spoke, but she said: "You are from Guanao——"
Guan Chiying hurriedly said softly: "I am him Yes, cousin."
Shang Ruyi raised his eyebrows slightly.
She didn’t have much contact with people from the official family, and she only heard Yu Wenye mention things about his mother’s family once or twice after her marriage. Although the official family was not a huge family, it still had a large population. , but Guan'ao only has one cousin, and he is not often mentioned.
Guan Ao's father, Guan Rong, is the eldest son in the family. His second sister is Guan Yunmu, who married into Yuwen's family. He also has a third brother, Guan Yu, who has only one daughter. His fourth brother, Guan Cang, has not yet had an heir. The youngest brother's name is Guan Ao. His name was Guan Li. I heard that this man was addicted to wine and sex. He got injured in jealous fights with others in the flower house at a young age, and later died of his injuries. After his death, his pregnant wife was so angry that she had a miscarriage. Later, she was taken back by her mother's family and remarried soon after, and the two families had no contact with each other again. In his room, only his concubine and his son were left to keep him filial piety.
That is, this official Chi Ying.
However, with Guan Li's always unsatisfactory behavior and his status in the family, plus the child's background, Guan Chiying must not have received much expectations, so that everyone is used to it. Forgot about him.
Shang Ruyi finally picked up this thought from the corner of his memory, and thought of such a villain. Then he looked at Guan Chiying with a complicated expression, and thought of what he just heard from Boss Xu. If so, she didn't seem to have thought about how to treat this distant relative. What's more, she hadn't even figured out what the purpose of this person's visit was.
Did he really join Liang Shide?
If this is the case, then what is his purpose of coming to find me behind his back?
What is the situation of the official family now?
What is his plan?
For a time, countless thoughts and doubts emerged in his heart one by one like bubbles emerging from boiling water. Shang Ruyi did not even have time to clarify everything, but he was still cautious and alert at the first time. A wall erected in my heart.
She said: "What do you do for a living?"
Hearing this, Guan Chiying's eyes also showed a slightly wary look.
Both of them seemed to be crossing the river by feeling the stones. Guan Chiying took the first step, but as soon as he came into contact with the cold water and hard stones at the bottom of the river, he immediately wanted to retreat. At this point, Shang Ruyi's heart moved, and he suddenly said: "I heard that you surrendered to Liang Shide."< br>
Guan Chiying hesitated for a moment and whispered: "Yes."
Shang Ruyi said: "Why?"
Not waiting for Guan Chiying to answer, Shang Ruyi said again Then he said: "Although I don't have much contact with the official, I know that he is strong-willed."
After Guan Chiying surrendered, he naturally encountered a lot of looks down his face, especially in Luoyang City. The strong character of the official family reflected his greed for life and fear of death, being despicable and nasty. Even Liang Shide, who accepted his surrender, looked down on him. , he was allowed to serve as an ordinary pawn in the army, and even Chen Cai beat and scolded him. Shang Ruyi's words at this moment were nothing compared to everything before, so when he heard these words, he didn't feel harsh at all, but there was still a hint of shyness in his eyes, and he said solemnly: "Yes, He is strong-willed, and my cousins and uncles are as strong-willed as him."
"..."
"However, it is very easy to break."
Hearing this, Shang Ruyi's heart skipped a beat, but he didn't say anything. Guan Chiying lowered his head and said in an increasingly difficult voice: "I I am also a member of the official family. I can’t just watch the entire official family fall into Liang Shide’s hands.”
“…”
There was a look of surprise in Shang Ruyi's eyes.
She said: "You mean-"
Guan Chiying took a deep breath and looked up at her and said: "Princess, there are no outsiders here, and I don't have to hide it. Besides, ——I think you understand that death is inevitable for everyone, and it may be more important than Mount Tai, or it may be less important. As for me, I am as light as a feather as I am as heavy as a mountain."
"...""As long as I surrender alone, then they will all survive, and they will be innocent. Survive!”
“……”
When he heard him say it clearly, Shang Ruyi's throat suddenly became lumpy.
Speaking of it, she is not a "diode" as Yu Mingyue said. She has only one way of looking at people and things. She admires those tough guys, but she can also understand that people who survive against adversity are not all despicable and nasty. , Survival is human instinct, and those who are willing to survive are as perseverant as those who are strong and strong.
Shang Ruyi said: "So, by doing this, you want to protect the officials and the young and old?"
Guan Chi Ying said: "They are not dead, are they?"
< br>“……”
"If in the future, they are lucky enough to go to Daxing City alive and face Duke Sheng Guo—oh no, they should be called His Majesty the Emperor now. When they face him, they will be innocent."
"..."< br>
"In this way, the glory of the official family can continue."
Hearing these words, Shang Ruyi took a deep breath.
She understood what Guan Chiying meant - he surrendered alone. Although in the eyes of the world he was a young man who was greedy for life and afraid of death, he was able to save the lives of the officials and the young; By cutting the throne, he can also preserve the family's reputation. If the new dynasty really comes in the future, they will also become a person of noble character in the eyes of civil servants, and even worthy of a big write-up in history books.
It's just that he...
When he looked up at Guan Chiying again, Shang Ruyi's eyes softened a little, and Guan Chiying seemed to be concerned about the surrounding situation, and continued: "I said these, It is definitely not a lie that is greedy for life and fear of death. Please believe me, Princess."
"..."
"I also inquired about some news about the princess. I know that you blocked Xiao Yuansui's men in Huyang Valley and were captured. The princess is a hero among women. , admirable."
Shang Ruyi smiled bitterly.
However, she also understood that officer Chi Ying obviously saw that she was receiving special treatment in the army and was worried about her relationship with Xiao Yuansui, so she had remained calm before and spent this day asking around about her situation. , only then did he believe that he didn't have any bad relationship with Xiao Yuansui, so he dared to recognize him.
Shang Ruyi smiled bitterly and said: "I am not a heroic woman, I am just a weak woman who was defeated and captured."
Guan Chiying said hurriedly: "You thousands of Don’t say that.”
He seems still. He wanted to say something to comfort Shang Ruyi, but just then a group of patrolling soldiers passed by outside. The sound of heavy and neat footsteps made the two of them immediately quiet down. They almost held their breath to stop their heartbeats until the sound was gone. , both of them breathed a sigh of relief.
The time, place, and situation did not allow them to gossip.
Guan Chiying said hurriedly: "I came to meet the princess this time. Firstly, I wanted to express my feelings. Secondly, I also thought that if the princess can return there safely one day, please tell the people of the Yuwen family. Guan Chiying No one in the family is groveling for survival - except for me, I ask His Majesty not to dislike them just because they survived in Liang Shide's hands."
Shang Ruyi said: "I know."
Guan Chiying said again: "One more thing - does the princess plan to leave? Is there anything I can do to help?"
Shang Ruyi understood that he also wanted to help her escape from this place, but She immediately said: "Although you can enter and exit my tent, it is difficult to leave here, especially for me - it is even harder."
Guan Chiying said: "You and General Xiao... ”
Shang Ruyi said: "He and I are old acquaintances, so I can still ensure my safety for the time being. You don't have to worry about me. I have my own way."
"This way..."
< br>Guan Chiying looked at her as if she had a plan in mind, and nodded: "Well, okay."
Speaking of this, The words seemed to have come to an end, but Guan Chiying was still standing there, as if he was about to leave, but stopped motionless. Shang Ruyi immediately felt that he was hesitant to speak, so he said, "Do you have any other plans?" ? "
Hearing her say that, and then looking at Shang Ruyi's flickering eyes, Guan Chiying seemed to feel something.
He said: "Princess, do you also have something to tell me?"