Cheng Wuting: "..."
It would be understandable if Helan Chushi was Wu Shunniang's husband. Although it is unscrupulous to kill someone else's husband and take over someone else's wife, this kind of thing has been common throughout the ages. Besides, Fang Jun has always had such a not-so-good reputation... …
But Helan Chushi is just the cousin of Wu Shunniang's husband Helan Yueshi. Is it possible that there is a "brother eventually brother" relationship between the two?
My boss is impatient to share with others and wants to keep it to himself...
Thinking of this, he nodded heavily: "Don't worry, Commander, the general knows what to do. He will definitely beat Helan Chushi to death with a stick and help the Commander get his wish!"
Fang Jun: "..."
He looked at Cheng Wuting in confusion. Why did his words sound so confusing and unclear?
However, he didn't bother to explain the truth. As long as Cheng Wu was obedient and did what he said, Wu Shunniang had always been as submissive as water in front of him and never had the slightest intention of seeking benefits. Being able to come forward to fawn over Helan Chushi this time is enough to show that she must bear the consequences behind her back. great pressure.
Then kill Helan Chushi, and push the Helan family into the mud at the same time. Even if it cannot cut off its foundation and destroy its entire family, it will still make it impossible for them to stand up for decades...
*****
The sky was gloomy and snow was falling. The willow branches on both sides of Baqiao were swaying in the wind. The ice floes on the river were not frozen solid, but were broken into pieces by the turbulence of the river. Pieces of broken ice were carried by the river and flowed slowly.
There are cars, horses and pedestrians on the bridge.
Outside the pavilion at the end of the bridge, a long motorcade was parked there, with soldiers and servants coming and going. Pedestrians and business travelers passing by looked sideways, wondering whose motorcade this was. It looked like they were going on a long trip with their families.
In the pavilion, Chai Lingwu held his brother's hand tightly, with a worried look on his face, and kept telling him: "We are going to the vast sea, with high mountains and long roads, and it is freezing cold. My brother and sister-in-law must take care of themselves. Take a rest when you pass by a post station along the way, and make sure your food, clothing, and food are in good condition. Don’t worry about money or silk. If you are short of money, just send a letter and someone will be sent from home to provide it. ”
On the side, Chai Zhewei's wife Wang and Princess Baling also lowered their heads and wiped away tears, feeling miserable.
There are two routes from Chang'an to Mobei Hanhai. One is from Xianyang Bridge and crosses the Wei River, along the Qinzhidao to the north, crosses the Yellow River, reaches Jiuyuan, and crosses Yinshan via Baidao. The other is from Chang'an to the east and east. The Yellow River goes north along the Fen River Valley, passes Yanmen Pass, and then passes through the mountain pass at the eastern foot of Yinshan Mountain to reach Monan.
The former road is straight and saves time, but it has always been used to quickly transport troops from Guanzhong to the north. The emphasis is on rapid maneuvering. Therefore, there is a lack of supplies and few post stations along the way, making it unsuitable for long-distance migrations with families.
The latter is much more circuitous, with the distance almost twice as long as the former. However, it has the advantage of passing through the more prosperous area of Hedong Road. It is also an important road for merchants to go north for trade. It has many post stations and convenient supplies, so the Chai family's exile in Hanhai is their choice. this way.
However, no matter how many stations there are along the way, it is freezing cold and the mountains are blocked by heavy snow. Traveling such a long distance is an extremely difficult thing. The south of Yinshan Mountain is not bad, but after passing Yanmen Pass, there are mountains and mountains covered with ice and snow. If you are not careful, you will miss it. The station will have to sleep outdoors. If we are unlucky enough to encounter a white snow, it is possible that the entire convoy will be buried in heavy snow...
It’s not easy to travel far these days, let alone taking such a desolate and difficult road?
It's hard to say, it's just a farewell of life and death...
Chai Zhewei held his brother's hand tightly, feeling overwhelming regret in his heart. He had always wanted to seek entry into the center but had repeatedly chosen the wrong side and stood in the wrong team. Otherwise, why would he be in such difficulty today? Thinking about the fact that my room will go north to the vast sea from now on, and I don’t know when I will return, and all the property in this big house will be occupied by the second room, it is like a poisonous snake eating my heart, I can hardly breathe.
Both brothers have the same ambition to rebel, so why are their futures so different? How unfair it is that one person seizes the title and is dismissed from office, and the whole family is exiled to the vast sea, while the other person inherits the title and seizes the family property!
However, he did not dare to show a trace on his face. Instead, he could only weep and choke: "Second brother, when he stays in the capital, he must take care of the family business so that the lintel does not fall. Furthermore, he must take Brother Yu as a warning, be cautious in his words and deeds, and do things according to his duty. Never follow the old path of Brother Fool.”
Even though he was filled with resentment in his heart, he also understood that whether he could survive in Hanhai and whether he could endure less hardship would ultimately depend on the care of his family.
If you don’t have someone to support you, the valuable belongings you brought with you to the vast sea will easily become the original sin of destroying your family. They will be killed and robbed by the ruthless soldiers and bandits over there, and your whole family will be destroyed... …
Chai Lingwu hurriedly said: "Brother, don't worry. How can we forget the lessons we learned from the past? We will not repeat the same mistakes as my brother. We will just share the capital honestly to maintain the family business. I will ask for your favor in the future." Seek an official position, work diligently and steadily, and revive the declining family business.”
Chai Zhewei almost spit out a mouthful of old blood. The reason why the family is in trouble today is all because of me, but it depends on you to get back on track?
Have you forgotten that every time you make a decision, you fully support it and have no objections?
As a result, now I have become the sinner of the family, but you have become the hope of the family?
Mother...
Cursing angrily in his heart, Chai Zhewei let go of his brother's hand, turned to Princess Baling aside, then bowed his arms to the ground, and said sadly: "I survived this time, thanks to your highness's kindness. Brother Yu is very grateful. The second brother is weak in character, If you don't show your ability, I'm afraid it will be difficult to support the family business. I hope that your highnesses will be harmonious as husband and wife, in good health, and have a happy life. Even though Brother Yu is in a bitter and cold place, he should be relieved. "
He knew very well who the real backbone of the Chai family would be from now on. If he relied on Chai Lingwu, he would probably have such a small amount of family property wiped out and the family fall into ruin in a few days. Princess Baling not only has the dignity of a princess, but also has a backer like Fang Jun. As long as she can devote herself to being the wife of the Chai family, the prosperity of the Chai family will be around the corner.
But if Chai Lingwu and his wife are at odds with each other, their relationship is not harmonious, or even reaches the point where the relationship between husband and wife is broken, then the Chai family will not be spared from the fall.
After all, there are precedents for the Princess of the Tang Dynasty to "harmony"...
As soon as these words came out, both Chai Lingwu and Princess Baling felt uncomfortable. Chai Lingwu looked gloomy and felt angry. Although the latter sobbed softly, her pretty face turned red and she was embarrassed after being hinted like this by her uncle in person.
The atmosphere was a little awkward.
Chai Lingwu endured it, but still felt that he couldn't bear it anymore, so he clasped his fists and saluted, saying: "The mountains are high and the road is long. Brother, it is better to set off as soon as possible."
The corners of Chai Zhewei's eyes twitched, and he was very angry at his brother's impatience. But after all, he relied a lot on his family from now on, so he did not dare to get angry. He suppressed his anger and said: "My second brother must also take care of the family business."
Chai Lingwu nodded: "Brother, don't worry, I have everything in the family."
Chai Zhewei: "..."
……
Watching the motorcade as they meandered across Baqiao and gradually disappeared into the windy and snowy sky, Chai Lingwu not only did not feel half-departed and desolate in his heart, but it seemed that the heavy snow in the sky was full of poetry and painting, and the white snowflakes scattered one after another, filling his heart with The gloom was swept away.
From now on, the world is vast and the world is vast. With one hand in charge of such a large business, and being promoted to the title of Duke of the country, with a respected status, from now on, he can do whatever he wants without any restraints. How can he not feel happy and satisfied with his ambitions?
But when he turned around and saw his slim, beautiful and gentle wife, a complex emotion surged uncontrollably in his heart.
But he is not a fool. He knows that the reason why the Chai family is safe and sound after relying on King Jin to rebel, and that he can inherit the title of Duke Qiao, is all due to Princess Baling. If she had not made a "sacrifice", there would be no happiness today. .
He had extremely complicated feelings about Princess Baling's "sacrifice". On the one hand, the so-called "obedience to authority" in urgent matters meant that when the family was about to be exterminated and the inheritance was cut off, how could he care about chastity and moral integrity? Even if he committed himself to Fang Jun, there was nothing wrong with him, otherwise he would be the only one following Chai Zhewei to be exiled to the vast sea at this moment.
On the other hand, Chai Lingwu cares about whether this "sacrifice" is active or passive, and whether it will be continuously involved afterwards.
When he thought about his wife being recruited by Fang Jun and enjoying it as he pleased, he felt so uncomfortable that he could hardly breathe...
Therefore, he just said lightly: "The wind and snow are too heavy, your Highness might as well return home as soon as possible."
Then, surrounded by several generals, he walked out of the pavilion, got on his horse and rode away.
Princess Baling lowered her eyes and sat quietly in the pavilion for a while, looking at the snowflakes flying outside the pavilion without saying a word for a long time.
After a long time, at the urging of the maid, he stood up, put on a snow-white fox fur cloak, stepped onto the carriage, and returned to Chang'an City, surrounded by people.
*****
"Your Majesty, I apologize."
Li Junxian entered the imperial study and knelt on one knee, looking ashamed.
Li Chengqian hurriedly put down the writing brush he was reviewing the memorials and asked: "What crime is the general guilty of?"
Li Junxian said: "Just now, the king of Jiangxia County committed suicide with a dagger that he had secretly hidden in prison."
After Li Daozong was captured, he was detained in prison by the "Baiqisi". Because he was seriously injured, he did not have time to be interrogated. He was only given emergency treatment by the imperial doctor. It stands to reason that for such an important prisoner as Li Daozong, the whole "Hundred Cavalry Division" must be on guard, not only to prevent him from being rescued, but also to prevent him from committing suicide. But now that he committed suicide in full view of the public, Li Junxian cannot escape the blame.
However, Li Chengqian did not criticize him harshly, and sighed with a lonely expression: "The Jiangxia County Prince followed the late emperor in the north and south, and made great achievements. The late Emperor trusted him more than the Hejian County Prince. Not only was he closely related to Guanlong, but he also had a close relationship with Guanlong. There are many people in Tai Chi Palace who are secretly involved with him, not to mention the 'Hundred Qisi'... If he really wants to commit suicide with a dagger, some people will give it to him, so the general does not have to blame himself."
On the one hand, this is indeed the case. Li Daozong's influence within the clan, palace, and imperial army is unparalleled, so it is not difficult to obtain a dagger.
On the other hand, he needs Li Junxian's wholehearted loyalty.
Li Xiaogong and Li Yuanjia speculated that someone in the clan was plotting to kill him as the emperor, which made him feel like a thorn in the back and frightened. At that moment, he did not trust Li Junxian and gave him the greatest power. The rebellious officials and traitors were discovered.
You have a thousand days to be a thief, but not a thousand days to guard against them. If you don't catch those thieves, how long will you have to guard against them?
He never knew when he would be negligent, and he would inflict unfulfilled hatred... Calming his mind, Li Chengqian said: "Send the Prince of Jiangxia back to his mansion, and pass on my instructions to Zongzheng Temple to hold the funeral in accordance with the specifications of the Prince. Jiangxia The prince is a hero of the country. Although he went astray and rebelled before, his faults cannot be concealed. I will still give him a sad and honorable death."