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In the geographical map introduced in the background at the beginning, the Kyoto of Daliang is somewhere in Henan. Although it does not clearly indicate which place in China it corresponds to, looking at the map we can roughly tell that it should be Luoyang, Henan.

Then, Mu Nihuang must cross the Yangtze River from Yunnan to Luoyang, Henan.

On the left side of the Yangtze River, which is probably the northernmost place in Jiangxi in reality, there is a Jianghu gang called Jiangzuo League.

The Jiangzuo League is a force that has risen in recent years. According to the timeline given in the play, the Jiangzuo League only appeared in the sixth year of Jingping and two years after the tragedy of the Red Flame Army.

The Jiangzuo League is widely loved by the people on both sides of the Yangtze River for its philanthropic behavior.

On the left boundary of the Yangtze River, roughly in Changsha, Hunan, there is a place called Langya Pavilion.

Langya Pavilion is to Daliang what Yingchuan Academy, which trained counselors such as Guo Jia, Xun Yu, Xun You, Xi Zhicai, etc., is to the Three Kingdoms in history. They are both places where capable people came out in large numbers and are famous all over the world.

There is a Langya Ranking in Langya Pavilion. Talented people are ranked on the list every year and published in Daliang. This makes many scholars feel proud to be on the Langya Ranking, so they enter the court as officials or worship the Lord as a staff to pursue their dreams. Fame and fortune.

The leader of the Jiangzuo League, Mei Changsu, has been ranked first on the Langya List for three consecutive years. He is known as a Qilin talent who knows both astronomy and geography. In addition to the Jiangzuo League's benevolent behavior, this leader Mei Changsu is even more... To be respected by the people and sought after by people with lofty ideals.

Many civil and military officials in the imperial court sent people to seek help from Mei Changsu, but they were all rejected by Mei Changsu. This also made many people think that Mei Changsu was proud and unyielding to the powerful.

How come such a great talent, such a man of letters who ignored the powerful, wrote to the famous Yunnan Army Marshal Mu Nihuang on his way back to Kyoto, asking for a meeting?

Xiao Xi felt strange and couldn't figure out the connection, mainly because there were too few clues. Seeing that Mu Nihuang received an invitation letter on the way and diverted to Jiangzuo League, she could only follow Liu Yifei's camera to find the answer.

On the river with a faint white mist, a small boat is left alone and independent. It moves forward slowly on the water, causing slight ripples.

With green mountains on both sides, and the occasional chirping of birds, the two of them stood on the bow of the boat, with the boatman paddling at the stern, making it look like a paradise.

"This scene is so beautiful." Xiao Xi praised.

Immediately afterwards, a conversation came from the screen.

"This talented Qilin man is so bold. He wants to see the princess, but he doesn't come to see him in person. Instead, he wants the princess to go see him in this broken boat. He doesn't know what's good or bad!"

"Didn't I say that in the letter? Mei Changsu is ill and ill, and his words are sincere. Why bother with such a trivial matter?"

"Huh, then you should come in person."

"You, it's time to calm down this temper. Now I am returning to the capital with my armor removed. I will have no power and power after arriving in the capital. If you cause any trouble, I will no longer be able to protect you."

The two parties in the conversation were Mu Nihuang and a woman. Listening to the conversation, it was known that the woman was Mu Nihuang's maid. Judging from her attire with a sword in her hand, she should also be a bodyguard.

Mu Nihuang is naturally Liu Yifei, and the female guard Qinghong is played by Li Xin, a new generation actor born in the 90s.

"Who is this actress? She's quite beautiful." Xiao Xi blinked and praised the appearance of this actress she had never seen before.

As the screen switched, we came to a majestic-looking palace in Jiangzuo League.

Mei Changsu, played by Ren Quan, appears. With his handsome face and slender figure, he is said to be a Qilin talented man, which fits the image very well.

It was just his behavior of covering his mouth with his fists and coughing as soon as he appeared, and he wore a fluffy cloak that was obviously only used in winter due to the bright sun.

This also confirmed Mu Nihuang's words that Mei Changsu was ill and ill.

In addition to admiring Xia Renquan's handsomeness, Xiao Xi also discovered the characteristics of the picture - light and shadow based on the comments she had read.

Mei Changsu was obviously very ill, but wherever he went, the environment was filled with sunshine.

Deep inside the house, the open windows revealed a gleaming light.

The entrance hall in the house was like a wooden screen, with vibrant strips of sunshine shining on him.

At the entrance of the palace, the open door is paved with vibrant sunlight.

Without the reminder of comments, Xiao Xi would not pay special attention to these things that could only be understood.

After reading the comments in advance, Xiao Xi was sure that Mei Changsu was a good person!A decent person who keeps his mind on the right path even though he is seriously ill!

She didn't know why she had this idea. It was also the first time that she judged things in the play based on the light and shadow from a professional film and television perspective, but these scenes of Mei Changsu using light and shadow made her feel like this.

"Am I a professional drama fan?" Xiao Xi was very happy. Many comments said that watching this drama requires looking at the details, which will give the audience a lot of surprises. She finally discovered the correct way to treat this drama. way of viewing.

"I have heard for a long time that Mei Lang of Jiang Zuo is unrivaled in intelligence and handsomeness. Now that he has seen him, he is a man of great talent and a majestic weapon. The rumors among the people are indeed true!"

"Mei Changsu of Jiangzuo Alliance, please see the princess."

The meeting between Liu Yifei and Ren Quan was also the first head-to-head confrontation between Nihuang and Mei Changsu, and it was also the first collision between the famous female marshal and the famous Qilinzi.

However, judging from the magnanimity and respectfulness of her lines, the dragon-like and sickly look of her steps, the scrutiny of her eyes and the difference in lowering her head and not daring to raise her head, Liu Yifei clearly overpowers Ren Quan.

Although Liu Yifei, the female marshal, has taken off her military uniform and is dressed in a purple skirt, which gave the audience the tender feeling just now, she is still not even half-elegant at this moment. The majestic line just now is used in her current situation. The status is no exaggeration.

Xiao Xi said in her heart: So cool.

The two walked into the main hall and sat on the main seats on the left and right, but the result of the subsequent exchange was not pleasant.

Mei Changsu went straight to the point and wanted to follow Princess Nihuang to the capital to investigate the Meiling case.

Princess Nihuang was suspicious. Did Mei Changsu want to investigate the Mei Ling case?Listening to this tone, Mei Changsu was also sure that the purpose of her return to Beijing was to investigate the Meiling case, but how did Mei Changsu know all this?Is this person really talented?
"Why do you think the Meiling case is wrong?"

"Who in the world knows that the [-] Red Flame Army is invincible and victorious in every battle? It was inexplicably encircled and suppressed by Beirong and the whole army was annihilated. I don't believe it."

"What does this have to do with you?"

"A kindness."

"What kindness?"

"Lin Shu saved my life."

Liu Yifei was stunned for a moment. She didn't expect that the person in front of her could be related to her husband.

Ren Quan looked at her quietly, waiting for her to make a decision.

In front of the computer screen, Xiao Xi also understood.

No wonder this Mei Changsu wants to see Mu Nihuang, no wonder this Mei Changsu wants to investigate the truth of the Chi Yan tragedy. It turns out that Lin Shu saved Mei Changsu's life.

A smart person like Mei Changsu guessed that the complete annihilation of the Red Flame Army was definitely not as simple as being surrounded and suppressed by Beirong as the court said.

In order to repay Lin Shu for saving his life, he also guessed that Mu Nihuang returned to Beijing to investigate the truth about the Chiyan tragedy, so when Mu Nihuang passed by, he asked to see him and explained his purpose.

The logic behind this can be explained.

"Let me just say, Mei Changsu is a good person." Xiao Xi was a little proud.

In the picture, Liu Yifei took a sip of tea: "It's getting late, and I have to rush back to Kyoto, so I'll say goodbye and see you again next time."

Mu Nihuang neither refused nor agreed. Maybe it was because Mei Changsu's words did not completely impress her, or maybe she was wary of meeting Mei Changsu for the first time. Finally, under Mei Changsu's slightly regretful eyes, she bid farewell to Mu Nihuang. phoenix.

The camera turned and came to Daliang Kyoto.

Concubine Liu Yi rode a horse through the streets to show her triumph.

The troubles in southern Xinjiang that have plagued Daliang for decades have been put down by Princess Nihuang in one fell swoop. The return of this heroine has brought peace and happiness to this prosperous Kyoto.

The people along the way all clapped and cheered, and the women even regarded her as a spiritual belief and cheered for her.

The scene changes to the palace hall, a palace specially used to hold royal banquets.

In order to celebrate Mu Nihuang's victory in pacifying southern Xinjiang, Emperor Liang invited all civil and military officials to gather together to congratulate Mu Nihuang and congratulate him for peace and prosperity.

However, the camera showed a close-up of the plaque in the main hall: Gongde Hall.

Merit?These two words... are used to treat people to a meal?

Or should we say that whoever has merit should be invited to this hall for a meal?

This Emperor Liang used the word "merit", which is so sacred, to advertise the banquet. Does this mean that Emperor Liang was unkind and unjust, and dismissed people with merit and virtue with just one meal?
Most of the audience did not feel the purpose of this close-up shot. Only some drama critics expressed some opinions on it, saying that it provided a detailed preparation for exposing the darkness of the imperial court.

There are a lot of detailed shots on props in "Hope". The senior Kong Sheng also learned this advantage from the shooting techniques of Wen Mino, a junior, giving you a detailed shot that you can feel even if you don't understand it. I don't know how serious it is.

That's how Xiao Xi felt. She didn't know why she wanted to give the camera to the three words "Gongdedian", but she had a vague feeling in her heart that some truth had been revealed.

In the picture, there was singing and dancing in the main hall.

Concubine Liu Yi sat just one step below Emperor Liang's dragon chair, drinking and enjoying herself with the officials.

Emperor Liang Longyan was very happy: "The late emperor used the power of the world to pacify the Xia Kingdom, Chi..."

Emperor Liang wanted to say "Red Flame Army", but he seemed to have trouble saying these three words. He paused and changed his words: "Beirong has no time to care about him now. Now Princess Nihuang has conquered the southern border with the talent of a female commander. I, Daliang, will no longer have external worries, and the world will be at peace from now on, congratulations!"

Hearing this, all the civil and military officials flattered him, picked up their glasses and drank with him.

With just one cup, the whole audience was still immersed in a joyful atmosphere. Qiao Zhenyu, who played the role of Jing Wang Xiao Jamyan, suddenly stood up and said: "Father, since the world is in Jingping, can we free up our hands to thoroughly investigate the Meiling case?" ?”

"Wow—" the audience was in an uproar.

It has been ten years since the Meiling case, and it has long been determined that the Red Flame Army made a mistake and was encircled and suppressed by the Beirong.

Although discerning people also know that there are many doubts in it, after Emperor Liang and his ministers decided not to investigate thoroughly, the case was slowly forgotten by the court and the people as time went by.

In the past ten years, Prince Jing was the only one who clung to the Meiling case and insisted on investigating it thoroughly because of the many doubts.

The civil and military officials also knew that King Jing and Marshal Chiyan Lin Shu were childhood friends and were almost the same as each other, so they were so determined to investigate the Meiling case thoroughly.

Originally, Emperor Liang was still undecided about who should be the crown prince between Prince Jing and Prince Yu. However, due to Prince Jing's attitude towards thoroughly investigating the Mei Lin case, Emperor Liang was displeased, causing Prince Jing's reputation to decline day by day.

Nowadays, Prince Jing's status is as if he has been relegated to the cold palace and is not favored by Emperor Liang. Instead, Prince Yu has taken advantage of him, and his reputation as the crown prince is getting stronger and stronger.

At this time, Prince Jing brought up old matters again, and it was at a banquet to celebrate Princess Nihuang. Would Emperor Liang be furious with such a reckless behavior?
Unexpectedly, Emperor Liang said calmly: "On this happy day, you bring up this old matter of national injury. Do you think it is appropriate?"

Emperor Liang glanced at Liu Yifei from behind, from a perspective that Liu Yifei could not see, as if to remind Prince Jing: Lin Shu is Nihuang's fiancé, have you considered her feelings when you mentioned this in front of her?
Qiao Zhenyu glanced at Liu Yifei, lowered his head and said, "I was reckless, but I knew my mistake."

Huang Weide, who plays King Yu, glanced at Qiao Zhenyu and raised the corner of his mouth to sneer. He was very proud of King Jing's show of weakness.

In front of the screen, Xiao Xi observed and found: "This emperor's palace is very deep, and this Prince Yu is like a playboy."

In the footage, as Prince Jing brought up old matters again, the atmosphere at the scene became a bit strange, and a good celebration banquet finally ended hastily.

The camera turned and it was daytime.

Mu Nihuang, played by Liu Yifei, has not returned to Beijing for many years. Naturally, she will first visit her elders when she returns to Beijing this time.

Teacher Zheng Peipei plays the role of the Empress Dowager. Her granddaughter Princess Jinyang is Lin Shu’s mother. Lin Shu is the great-grandson of the Empress Dowager. Mu Nihuang is naturally the great-grandson’s wife.

Concubine Jing, played by Yu Feihong, is a close sister to Princess Jinyang. She is Lin Shu's aunt and Mu Nihuang's aunt.

Princess Liyang, played by Yu Li, is the biological sister of Princess Jinyang, the biological aunt of Lin Shu, and the aunt of Mu Nihuang.

After the Chiyan tragedy, Lin Shu's mother, Princess Jinyang, couldn't stand the blow and committed suicide. Lin Shu's aunt died of illness soon after, and the remaining three people were the closest to the Lin family.

The appearance of three acting actors, Zheng Peipei, Yu Feihong, and Yu Li, gave Xiao Xi a sense of intimacy when watching the scene of Mu Nihuang's tearful meeting with her relatives. "Go to Prince Jing's Mansion." After visiting his relatives, Mu Nihuang left the palace and decided to go to Prince Jing's Mansion, so he got on the carriage.

The screen switches to the palace of Prince Jing.

This is a palace similar to a study room, with a dazzling array of books listed on rows of bookshelves.

These bookshelves filled with books block the sunlight coming in from the doors and windows.

This creates a very interesting scene, with half of the palace being sunny and half dark.

The camera slowly advances from the sunlight at the door, and the environment becomes darker after passing through the clear light.

Only then did Xiao Xi see clearly that Prince Jing was sitting in front of the table in the dark depths, with a candle lit on the table.

When the camera got closer, we could see that the document in Prince Jing's hand had the word "Red Flame" on it. It was obvious that Prince Jing was consulting the files on the Meiling case.

But why?

It's broad daylight, the sun is shining brightly, why are you reading files in such a dark place in your own mansion and lighting a candle?
What does this mean?
Xiao Xi pursed her lips. She felt the pressure from Prince Jing. She felt the obstruction and hardships that Prince Jing had suffered over the years in order to investigate the Meiling case. She felt that these pressures and hardships made Prince Jing even in his own home. Also put yourself in the shadows while investigating this matter.

Prince Jing was not afraid, but the light in his heart had been slowly eroded by the people and environment around him in the past ten years.

This led to the fact that Prince Jing was obviously doing a just thing, but he could only walk in the darkness!
This is the second appearance of King Jing played by Qiao Zhenyu, and the first appearance at the celebration party. In both appearances, there are no lines to indicate King Jing's character and status.

But this ten-second shot expresses Prince Jing’s determination from the inside out, his will to fight against darkness to the end, and his difficult living environment.

There are no lines, just this shot.

This is the charm of lens language, this is the art of lens.

In just one shot, the character of Prince Jing was initially created.

"Your Highness Prince Jing, please see Princess Nihuang." A guard reported outside the palace.

Qiao Zhenyu raised his head, his face that had always been heavy finally smiled: "Please."

He stood up, and Liu Yifei came faster than he expected.

Just as he crossed the light dividing point and stood in the sunlight, Liu Yifei walked in.

This detail of light and shadow, this detail that made Prince Jing move from darkness to light, does it mean that Liu Yifei's arrival gave Prince Jing hope, and the hope of investigating the Meiling case filled Prince Jing's heart with sunshine again.

Comparing the details of light and shadow with Mei Changsu's appearance, Mei Changsu was shrouded in sunlight throughout, indicating that Mei Changsu was very confident in investigating the Meiling case.

Why have confidence?

Xiao Xi suddenly thought of what was said in the comment: [Is Mei Changsu actually Lin Shu? His memories are all about the Red Flame battlefield. He is definitely a member of the Red Flame Army! 】

Regardless of whether Mei Changsu is Lin Shu or not, we learned from the comments that Mei Changsu was a witness to the Scarlet Flame Battlefield. This can be used to demonstrate why Mei Changsu’s appearance was full of sunshine. Because Mei Changsu was a witness to the Scarlet Flame Battlefield. If you know what happened to the Red Flame Army, you must be confident in solving the case.

"The director is so awesome!" Xiao Xi said with admiration. After being reminded by a large number of online reviews, she had paid close attention to the details of this drama, but she did not expect that the details were even more detailed than she imagined.

The sunlight-filled light and shadow of Mei Changsu's appearance, and the change of light and shadow of King Jing from darkness to sunshine. These are two very simple light distributions that are rarely noticed in ordinary scenes, but they perfectly embody the two characters one after the other. heart.

"A divine drama!" Xiao Xi praised. She is willing to dedicate all the positive reviews from all the dramas she has watched over the years to "Legend of Red Flame".

Immediately afterwards, there was a conversation.

"You really came."

"You brought up the Meiling case in public last night. How could I not know such an obvious reminder?"

Xiao Xi looked surprised. Did Prince Jing say that on purpose at the celebration banquet?Was it to remind Mu Nihuang to come find him the next day?This Prince Jing is very thoughtful!

In the picture, the two people are looking at each other, like old friends who have not seen each other for many years suddenly meet each other, and all the words are hard to express.

"Why, you don't recognize me as my sister-in-law?" Liu Yifei joked.

Qiao Zhenyu smiled and said worriedly: "Everyone in the civil and military circles of the dynasty knows that I am dedicated to investigating the Meiling case. Now you come to meet me just after returning to Beijing. I don't know whether this is a good thing or a bad thing."

Liu Yifei didn't care: "My husband disappeared on the battlefield, and his army was said to have been completely wiped out. I have been conquering southern Xinjiang in Yunnan for ten years without any leisure. Now that I have taken off my armor and returned to Beijing, I will not ask anything about the Red Flame Army." , that’s abnormal.”

She looked at Qiao Zhenyu: "Don't worry, I know it well. Those people hiding in the shadows are probably waiting for my actions. If I don't do anything, they will become suspicious."

"That's true." Qiao Zhenyu nodded: "But if we really want to keep investigating, I'm afraid some people will treat you..."

He didn't finish his words, but his meaning was obviously that if the investigation of Chi Yan's case continued, it might be dangerous.

Liu Yifei seemed to have everything under control and said easily: "Mu Song will have an adaptation period of one or two years when he goes to Yunnan to hand over military power. If something happens to me during this period, my Yunnan army will definitely mutiny. Who do you think dares to touch me?"

Qiao Zhenyu smiled: "As expected of Nihuang, he will make all-out preparations in advance for anything he does."

Liu Yifei and him looked at each other, and their smiling eyes gradually became determined, vowing to find out the truth about the Meiling case!

Xiao Xi's eyes lit up. Liu Yifei showed such confidence and wisdom. She had never seen such a female character before. She couldn't be too handsome, right?

In the picture, Mu Nihuang and Prince Jing gathered at the desk, looking through files and discussing something.

The lens shows the sun, and the midday sun accelerates into the setting sun, which represents the transition of time.

The camera shows the two people in the darkness of the palace finishing their discussion.

"Uncle Lin used [-] Red Flame troops to guard the North. Due to a sudden change in food and grass, a large number of soldiers suffered from vomiting and diarrhea and lost their combat effectiveness."

"As a last resort, Uncle Lin wrote to the court, which led Brother Lin to lead the [-] Red Flame Army from the western suburbs to the north for reinforcements."

"Because of this incident, the entire [-] Red Flame Army was dispatched."

Hearing Qiao Zhenyu's words, Liu Yifei understood: "You are suspicious. There was a conspiracy from the beginning."

Qiao Zhenyu nodded slightly: "If we want to annihilate the Red Flame Army, we must bring all [-] soldiers onto the battlefield. There must be something wrong with the grain and grass shipped to the North ten years ago."

Liu Yifei took a breath and looked at the sunset through the window. After a while, she slowly said: "Then start the investigation from here."

The screen went dark, and we came to Jiangzuo League in the middle of the night.

The camera moves toward the bed in the bedroom. Mei Changsu is sleeping with his brows furrowed, as if he is dreaming.

And as the picture rippled, it came to Mei Changsu's dream.

"Report-"

A soldier anxiously ran into the military tent, knelt down on one knee and clasped his fists: "Young Marshal, we are urgent for eight hundred miles in the north. There has been a change in food and grass, causing five thousand soldiers to be sick and bedridden. The marshal ordered the young marshal to prepare for the expedition." .”

"What?!" Chu Xuan suddenly stood up from his seat with a solemn look on his face.

"Red Flame Army Lin Shu received the order——" the eunuch's voice came from the outer door.

Chu Xuan and his lieutenants hurried out of the tent and knelt on one knee with all the nearby sergeants to receive the order: "Immediately, I ordered Lin Shu to be Zhongbei Zhonglang General and lead [-] Red Flame troops to rush north to reinforce. They will leave within two days without delay. , Anyone who disobeys the order will be killed!"

"Wei Chen received the order." Chu Xuan received the order.

The picture rippled and returned to normal.

Mei Changsu suddenly stood up from the bed, obviously awakened by this dream.

He thought for a while, got out of bed, went to the table, lit a candle, and wrote a letter.

"Come on."

"Alliance."

"Go to the capital and hand this letter into the hands of Princess Nihuang."

"Yes!"

Mei Changsu, wearing a plush cloak, came to the window and looked up at the moon, her eyes gradually blurred, and she didn't know what she was thinking.

The scene changed to Kyoto during the day.

Liu Yifei was sitting in the courtyard, reading a book, and heard Li Xin arguing with someone.

She looked up and heard Li Xin say: "Princess, the people from Jiangzuo League are so unreasonable. It's just a letter and they won't let me touch it."

Li Xin, who was somewhat unruly, said to a big man: "You know, I have been with the princess since I was a child, you..."

"Okay, okay." Liu Yifei didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

"See Princess Nihuang, this is the letter our alliance leader has entrusted me to deliver to you personally." The man saluted and handed over the letter.

After Liu Yifei took it, she opened it and said: [Check the food first. 】

With just three words, Mu Nihuang, played by Liu Yifei, changed her expression slightly. Yesterday, she and Prince Jing discussed going to check the food first. Unexpectedly, Mei Changsu also thought of this. How did Mei Changsu know?Did they also find out something?
"Princess, my mission is completed, I will take my leave."

"and many more!"

Liu Yifei returned to the desk in the boudoir, wrote a letter, and handed it to the big man after coming out: "Please give it to your alliance leader for me."

Watching the big man leave with the letter, Liu Yifei walked to the stone bridge and looked down at the fish in the water, lost in thought.

The camera then changed and came to Jiangzuo League again.

The camera showed Mei Changsu directly. He was opening an envelope. He took out the letter and looked at it: [I came to Kyoto, but I don’t know each other. 】

Mei Changsu smiled. He understood what the princess meant. She could rely on him to investigate the Meiling case, but the two parties could only contact each other secretly, but this was enough.

"Fei Liu." He looked at Yang Yang who was jumping up and down outside.

"Sir." Yang Yang looked at him doubtfully.

"Pack your things." Mei Changsu said.

"Oh, where are you going?" Yang Yang asked.

Mei Changsu squinted his eyes, as if looking in the direction of Kyoto, his face lost all gentleness and had a hint of coldness: "Kyoto!"

In front of the screen, Xiao Xi became a little excited.

Mu Nihuang investigates the truth for her husband, Prince Jing reverses the case for his brother, Mei Changsu avenges his benefactor...

One is the number one female marshal in the world, the other is the noble prince, and the other is the extremely intelligent Qilinzi.

This combination is simply a team with incredible IQ.

"Is this the protagonist group mentioned in the comments? Now they are starting to assemble and the show is about to begin." Xiao Xi was full of interest.

She glanced at the time near midnight in the lower left corner of the computer. She would have gone to bed early at this time as usual.

But she has no intention of sleeping now. Click on the next episode and continue watching! (End of chapter)