late night song

Chapter 219 Yunjing Storm
After attending the wedding ceremony of the Hongchai Female Army, Gu Yuchu entrusted Fan Yueqing to arrange all the affairs for He He. He declined the entourage he arranged and followed Ling Buhuo to lead part of the Beiling army back to Yunjing.

This trip was said to be to negotiate with Beiling on behalf of He He, but in fact it was nothing more than taking orders from Feng, but Gu Yuchu was not completely without demands.Although Hehe's current situation seemed to remain the same, with the old men in the court continuing to perform their duties, she was confident that everything would be different when she came back.

Gu Fan's health improved and he could barely stand up. To be safe, Gu Yuchu took him with him on this trip.After half a month of driving, they finally set foot on Beilingyunjing, the legendary sword-making capital.

Passing through Taihua Street under martial law, the main entrance of Ziyan Palace opened wide, the golden horns sounded, and the old King Beiling personally greeted him. Such a solemn formation really surprised Gu Yuchu.

She followed Ling Buhuo and stepped on the soft black carpet, which was embroidered with lotus flowers with gold thread. The royal palace was majestic and majestic, all built of ebony, with a huge picture hanging between every two columns supporting the palace. A long purple silk scarf with a pattern of golden honeysuckle and the Chinese character Ling in seal script printed on it.

Strangely enough, with this purple and gold decoration, the originally depressing black palace suddenly became more lively and elegant, making it even more royal and solemn.

Gu Yuchu couldn't help but lowered her head and touched the jade medal hanging on her waist. The honeysuckle flower on it was very similar to it. It turned out that her mother had given her a hint a long time ago, but she was unaware of it.

"My son, I kowtow to my father." Ling Buhuo knelt down and kowtowed.

"I see you, Your Majesty." Gu Yuchu followed him and bowed to the ground.

The old King Ling personally helped Ling Buhuo up, his eyes full of love and relief, then raised his hand to signal Gu Yuchu to get up, and looked at her like a loving father, which she didn't expect.

"General Yuesheng has made great achievements in the battle. Thank you for your hard work. I will rest for a few days and then discuss my merits with other meritorious officials who conquered the Rong."

"I accept your order." Gu Yuchu saluted respectfully and stepped aside.

The old King Ling was very satisfied with her actions and nodded slightly to her. Then, he held Ling Buhuo's wrist and faced the officials, his expression returning to the dignity that an emperor should have.

"I have something important to announce to the world today."

The old King Ling looked sideways at his son, then looked down at the ministers and said: "Eighteen years ago, there was a fire in the harem, and one of my twins disappeared. Fortunately, with the blessing of the emperor, my son was recovered and led the army to conquer again. The Rong bandits regained Hehe, and I was very happy. I was specially named the King of Jingchuan. I was given a new life and given a new name of 'Buhuo'. I was in charge of the Wolf Fang Army and the Frozen Army, and enjoyed the same honor as a prince."

The words shocked the court, and all the officials were shocked. Beiling had established a prince for a long time, and although Ling Ziyu was absurd and unruly, it had not shaken the country's foundation. Now, an unidentified prince suddenly appeared, and he often enfeoffed the neighboring Yunjing. The largest prefecture and county in the country, and the military power of the two strongest armies in Beiling. Although he is not the prince, he has the same respect as the prince.

Let’s not talk about the fact that one of the twins was chosen as the successor, which was unprecedented. Nowadays, especially the prince, there is a prince who shares the same honor and honor with him, which is even more difficult to understand.

The old King Ling valued his lost and recovered son so much. Could it be that he had the idea of ​​​​replacing the crown prince?

Ling Buhuo himself was also surprised. He did not expect that his father would choose such an opportunity to announce his return to the officials, and even gave himself an honor no less than that of the prince.

Gu Yuchu also couldn't understand that now Dongqi was deeply involved in foreign wars, and Beiling had finally waited for the opportunity to take over the power in the east, but now it allowed the two sons to fight. Such civil strife would at least destroy the originally balanced government situation. , or more importantly, it will cause turmoil in the country. The rumored old King Ling has always been wise, how could he be so confused now.

Amid everyone's speculations, Old King Ling waved to Ling Ziyu who was not far away, and then said: "The prince is benevolent and filial, but he has been obsessed with studies for many years and has never been married. The three generations of the Shan family have been loyal and dedicated to the country. Ming Xi The general is even more dignified and dignified, with both civil and military skills. He was given the honorific title General Lingyu, and was registered as the Crown Princess. He will marry the Crown Prince on a certain day."

Ling Ziyu casually strolled over and stood beside the old King Ling, greeting Gu Yuchu with raised eyebrows in a serious manner.

"I thank Tian'en." Shan Yong knelt down helplessly to thank Tian'en, and Shan Mingxi was even more reluctant. But in this situation, how could she object, so she could only endure the full of grievances and bow her head obediently.

The old king of Beiling Tiezheng always spoke the truth. Although the officials had various feelings in their hearts, no one dared to criticize him. They kowtowed respectfully and shouted: "The king is so powerful that he will last forever."

After Bai Guan was able to stand up, he raised his eyes and looked at the two sons beside Old King Ling, and couldn't help but gasp. Except for their different clothes, one was calm and cold, and the other was frivolous and irreverent, they were almost identical. Tell them how to tell the difference from now on!

But no matter what the officials think, it is now a foregone conclusion.

In the evening, a simple family banquet was arranged in the palace. King Lao Ling, his three sons, Gu Yuchu and Shan Mingxi sat around a big table.

Such a family banquet is very common in ordinary people's homes, but it was the first time for Gu Yuchu to see it in the emperor's home.

In the past, in Dongqi, it was common for Emperor Ming to hold family banquets, but the seats were arranged so that the emperor and his ministers were separated, and there was a distinction between seniority and inferiority.However, it may be that the customs of Beiling are different, or it may be that the old King Ling only has three sons in total, so there is no need for such a big pomp.

Although the long dining table is large, it is still very unaccustomed to eating with elders like this.

Shan Mingxi was engaged to Ling Ziyu, so it was normal for her to have a meal with her future father, but Gu Yuchu felt that she was just as awkward and awkward as him, and he couldn't sit still.Although the two men took good care of them, they rarely moved their chopsticks out of embarrassment.

"Sister, you eat this cake. I recently asked the imperial chef to make it according to the new recipe." Old Ling Wang's youngest son was only about 12 years old. He picked up the cake and handed it to the two of them one by one. It looked like Innocent and well-behaved.

Gu Yuchu and Shan Mingxi couldn't refuse, so they each twisted a piece and tasted it.

"Have you forgotten your brother after seeing your beautiful sister? Boy, this is my wife, don't use your crooked brains." Ling Ziyu rubbed the little brother's head, saying he was blaming him but he was full of pampering.

The old King Ling cast a sidelong glance at Ling Ziyu. His son had never been good at talking, so he picked up a piece of roasted pigeon and handed it to his younger son: "Xiao Su, are you worried that the two sisters don't have enough to eat? You are so good."

Then he smiled and said to the two girls: "If you two girls feel that the dishes are not to your liking, I will ask the catering bureau to prepare them again."

"How could it be? The food in the palace is naturally the best, thank you for your concern." Shan Mingxi was very understanding and answered very well.

Gu Yuchu nodded and smiled without saying anything else. She had not received the care of her elders for many years and had almost forgotten how to get along with them.

"It may be that the two sisters have lost their appetite after a long journey." The little prince said casually, which helped them to solve the problem. Then he raised his chopsticks and laughed, "But it is a waste not to be able to eat such delicious food. Well, then I will eat more for my two sisters."

Hearing this, the old father Ling Wang and the two half-brothers Ling Ziyu and Ling Buhuo couldn't help but smile with joy.

Gu Yuchu and Shan Mingxi were naturally accompanying each other, but she was even more confused. Do the royal brothers really have a true friendship?In the current situation, either she has too little experience, or they are all pretending.

On the wall of Tongcheng in the past, Qi Jie's words were still fresh in her mind. If Ling Ziyu really wanted to mix pigs and eat tigers, then the turmoil in Beiling had just begun.

"It's getting late, you have to deliver Mingxi safely to your house." After dinner, the old King Ling confessed to Ling Ziyu.

"Aren't you worried about me, old man?" It seems that Ling Ziyu is a rogue regardless of the occasion.

Old King Ling was not angry at all, and continued to say to Ling Buhuo and Gu Yuchu: "Also, the garden of Prince Jingchuan's Mansion has not been repaired yet, so you two will temporarily live in the palace these days. Xiao Su, take Sister Yuchi to Zhongyang "Dian, don't be confused, please stay, I have something to say to you."

The group of them retreated knowingly. Shan Mingxi got the opportunity and ran out quickly. Ling Ziyu was not in a hurry. He walked to the door and unconsciously turned around to spy on what was going on in the room. This move was caught by Gu Yuchu. , but he didn't take it seriously. He raised his eyebrows and smiled, still looking cynical, and chased Shan Mingxi away.

On the way, the little prince kept introducing the situation in the palace to Gu Yuchu and chatting.

"Your Highness, do you have a good relationship with Prince Ling?" Gu Yuchu still couldn't hold back and asked.

"Of course, my mother passed away when I was a child. My father was too busy, so it was the prince's brother who stayed with me. He taught me fishing, bird shooting, polo, and pot throwing. He also took me to restaurants and listened to books." Speaking of this older brother. , the child looked full of admiration and joy.

"I will never teach you anything good."

She unconsciously muttered that Ling Ziyu was indeed cunning. On the surface, he loved his younger brother very much, but in fact, he only managed to create a dandy follower who only knew how to eat, drink, and have fun. He also gained a good reputation as a loving brother. He really accomplished multiple things with one stone. .

"Why do you and sister Mingxi both say this?"

His Highness looked a little helpless and spoke for Ling Ziyu: "You don't understand. I have other masters to teach me martial arts. I also work very hard, but the prince brother knows best what I like best. He said that ordinary people's children must have no choice but to survive in order to survive. We are much happier than them if we don't compete for the top. As long as we abide by the rules and not cause trouble to the society, we have done our duty. Of course, life is too short to wrong yourself. Do what you like happily every day. If you can still have some There is nothing better than being able to be loyal to the country." Gu Yuchu couldn't help but laugh, this kid really had no scheming, he was still enjoying being sold.

Let’s not talk about Ling Ziyu’s intentions. Judging from these words alone, it is indeed a good suggestion. There are not many royal descendants who are outstanding, but only one person can ascend the throne. If they all have such a good With such a mentality, how could the historian write harshly and lament the bloody storm on the road to seizing the rightful son?

"Okay, what does your Highness like to do the most?"

"I like to make cakes and dishes the most. Today's hibiscus crystal cake is my new creation. I hope that everyone in the world can eat cakes with my exclusive recipe." When he talked about his hobbies, he looked excited.

The prince wanted to be a cook. Gu Yuchu couldn't understand what kind of lofty ideal this was.

"Sister, you can call me Xiao Su from now on. Although I have never gotten along with brother Buhuo, I know that he is the favorite brother of the prince, so I naturally like brother Buhuo, and you are brother Buhuo's sweetheart. I also like you."

The little prince happily held her hand, very intimately.Gu Yuchu couldn't laugh or cry. She couldn't figure out whether Ling Ziyu was a human or a ghost, and what kind of medicine was sold in the gourd. But her experience in Dongqi told her that everything was not as simple as it seemed.

When they arrived at Zhongyang Hall, His Highness Xiao Su let go of her hand, saying that there were differences between men and women, and stopped seeing her off.

She could only smile and walked into the palace. The interior of the palace was as bright as new. Although the furniture and furnishings were not as luxurious as those of Dongqi Palace, they were still extremely elegant. They were simple and simple, making them more dignified and elegant.

Although there were not many serving maids, they acted quickly and talked little, and were very shrewd and capable. This made Gu Yuchu very satisfied. She sat down and drank some fruits prepared in advance. It didn't take long for Ling Buhuo to push the door open and enter.

"What are you doing here?" she asked in surprise, just about to clean up and go to bed.

"I'm here to sleep in peace. This is my bedroom." Ling Buhuo sat down on the bed nonchalantly.

"Then where do I live?"

"Nature is under the same roof as me."

"What do you mean? I am also a guest after all. Ziyan Palace is so big, why can't I just clean up an empty room?" Her eyes widened, with a look of disbelief on her face.

"It's so late, and the palace people have been tired for a long day. How can you bear to trouble them again? Isn't there a big bed already prepared in this room? My injury is not fully healed, can I still eat you?"

"Your little brother knows that men and women are not allowed to have sex, why are you pretending to be confused?" Gu Yuchu stood up and pointed at his nose.

"Who said you wanted to be my maid?" Ling Buhuo glared at her.

"It's two different things!"

"A maid is supposed to serve the young master. If you didn't want to, you shouldn't have volunteered in the first place. Come on, I didn't force you in the first place. You just have to endure it today and sleep next to me. I'll choose a beautiful palace maid tomorrow." Are you okay?" After saying that, he took off his shirt and lay down directly.

Gu Yuchu felt that it was boring to continue arguing, so she took out the quilt from the cabinet and lay down on the soft bed with her clothes on. However, everything she had done today made her sleepless and she turned back and forth several times.

"Hey, are you asleep?" She couldn't help but ask, but there was no movement in the inner room. She stood up and poked her head, hesitated again and quietly walked to Ling Buhuo's bed.

"Stop sleeping, I have something to ask you." Gu Yuchu was not gentle and pushed his head.

"What are you doing? Are you regretting it again? If you want to sleep with me in bed, just say so!" Ling Buhuo frowned and reluctantly opened his eyes.

"Does your father like you?" Gu Yuchu sat cross-legged on a low table nearby, thinking deeply.

"What do you mean by that?" The man also sat up, wrapped in a quilt, as if he was afraid that others would take advantage of him.

Gu Yuchu thought for a while, stood up and listened to the goings on around him, then put down the curtains of the big bed, climbed onto the bed nervously, and got very close to him.

Ling Buhuo unconsciously tightened the quilt wrapped around him, swallowed his saliva, and looked forward to death.

Only then did Gu Yuchu realize that he had lost his composure. He smiled awkwardly and said in a low voice, "Walls have ears, so it's better to be careful."

"What did you say about my father just now?"

"Today, he left me aside and didn't mention He He's surrender. I can understand it. After all, he had to decide between He and those old people. It's not in a hurry. But it's really worrying that he entrusted you with such a big fanfare in public. . You have just returned to the court, and you are so valued, with military power and rewards, and you are also respected as the prince. Can Ling Ziyu endure it?"

"so what?"

"In a royal dispute, the most important thing is to avoid too much limelight. Thousands of eyes are staring at you. Ling Ziyu is not a good person to begin with. Have you forgotten what kind of situation he got you into in Tongcheng? Old King Ling has a great reputation for his whole life, but you... I will push you to the forefront when I come back. Isn't it obvious that I want to see you two brothers fighting? Since ancient times, the fight for the right to inherit the throne has been turbulent and the court is in turmoil. Is he an old fool?" Gu Yuchu frowned slightly, saying that he had a nose and an eye.

Ling Buhuo laughed unconsciously: "Seizing the direct descendant? It's not as serious as you think, and not everyone wants to dominate the world."

"Do you think you can escape? If you really don't want to, you should just be your doctor. What are you doing here in this muddy water?!"

When Gu Yu first saw him being so heartless, he glanced at him and continued his analysis: "Besides, Ling Ziyu is not a good person. He has been the prince for more than ten years and has deep roots in the court. Now he is married to the Shan family, and even more so. It’s even more powerful than a tiger! What does your father think? He thinks that you two are not satisfied with fighting with bare hands, so he has to hand you another knife to feel at ease? "

The more she spoke, the angrier she became, her face turning red, thinking that if she didn't owe him a life and an unending favor, she would be willing to enter the whirlpool of the court battle again.

"Ling Ziyu is not serious, but he is not as bad as you think."

Ling Buhuo lifted up the quilt and covered half of her body, and said dotingly.

"However, I know you are worried about me, so you must always stay by my side to protect me from now on."

"I'm worried about you, you idiot." Gu Yuchu couldn't help but kicked him and rolled his eyes at him, "Although Ling Ziyu is cunning, you are not a fuel-efficient lamp, but I don't understand. That position is really that good. It's worth it." Are brothers turning against each other and disowning relatives?"

"What you said will not happen in Beiling." Ling Buhuo assured, his eyes firm.

Gu Yuchu sighed and said no more. She also knew that what she said was nonsense. Ling Buhuo was in the middle of the game. How could he not understand it more clearly than she did? She didn't ask what the old King Ling had said to him just now. , it’s really not up to her as an outsider to make irresponsible remarks on how father and son get along.

"Finally, let me remind you that your little brother is Ling Ziyu's lackey." After the woman said that, she kicked off the quilt and prepared to get out of bed.

"I also have something to ask you." Ling Buluzhu turned over and pressed her under him, and asked softly, "If I really sit in that position, what will you do? What did you say before that you are willing to be with me forever? Count?"

Gu Yuchu's hands were taken away, and she stared blankly at him leaning down. The hanging hair tickled her chin and neck, and a faint medicinal fragrance filled her nose. The smell was so good that she wanted to cry.

"If that is your choice, what can I say. When the time comes, you can find me a job as a royal guard or a female official. It can be regarded as keeping your promise."

She pretended to be relaxed and answered in an evasive manner, but she knew the meaning of his words very well in her heart. However, she was not ready yet, and she did not want to step into that wall, and be confused with a group of women for the short-term love and affection of a man. Fight for a lifetime.

"It doesn't count." Ling Buyu stood up angrily, opened the curtain, lay down softly, and stopped talking.

(End of this chapter)