Come on, Your Highness

Lu's house was completely new, with high beds and warm pillows, fragrant tea and delicacies came to greet Xiao Hong, but it was no lie.

Although County Magistrate Lu did not dare to neglect Xiao Hong and entertained him as much as possible, how could he compare with the background of a family.

It was only after Xiao Hong entered the Marquis of Cheng'en's mansion that he suddenly had the feeling of returning to the capital.

There is no need to describe the richness of today's dinner, Cheng Enhou just asked Xiao Hong to talk about the daily life.

He is also Xiao Hong's uncle, and the two are very close in blood, Cheng Enhou is an elder, and there is a kindness and gentleness in his words.

Looking at the eighteenth-year-old Xiao Hong, he couldn't help boasting from the inside out. His admiration was not straightforward, it was the kind that could find historical allusions and rumors, even the one who had been despised by Emperor Tiangan for many years Literary talent can find bright spots.

It really deserves to be Lv Hou Ye, who was called Shuangbi together with Mr. Xie Ge, finally brought a smile to Xiao Hong's originally unhappy face, showing a sense of intimacy in his eyes.

Then the topic changed naturally, and Cheng Enhou began to miss his eldest sister, the Empress Dowager, and after talking about one or two interesting things about Emperor Tiangan's childhood, the so-called interesting things are also embarrassing things.

Emperor Tiangan himself would not shake off stupid things, and most people would not dare to say it, but Xiao Hong heard it for the first time.

Regardless of whether it's true or not, thinking about how a father who is so superior and can pretend to have such a dark history, he just laughed.

"Your Highness has to keep it a secret, don't let the emperor know, otherwise the old man will die."

"Uncle, don't worry, I don't want to be punished, I just have fun by myself."

In ancient and modern China and abroad, the best way for two strangers to quickly become acquainted is to gossip about a common acquaintance.

The address of Marquis Cheng En changed unconsciously, and the call of uncle immediately brought the distance between the two of them extremely close.

Cheng Enhou couldn't help stroking his beard, feeling extremely satisfied.

Then he mentioned the many difficulties when the emperor ascended the throne, and at the same time he did not forget to mention the achievements of the Lu family.

"I really don't want to leave the emperor, but the first emperor left, and the power is in the hands of the ministers. At that time, if the old man was greedy and refused to let go of power, he could only be Xie Ge. Thinking about it, the old man handed in his resignation..."

Xiao Hong praised with great face: "Uncle really understands righteousness. Father respects you every time he mentions you. He said that if it weren't for you, the courtiers in the world would not have surrendered so quickly."

As long as those sensitive topics are not involved, he is happy to act with him, and there is no pressure to keep calling uncle.

The banquet was harmonious and harmonious, except for Master Lu San who was still in the ancestral hall, everyone was very happy.

The first day passed so easily, no one at the banquet mentioned Songjiang and Kuiliang County, as if Xiao Hongzhen was just here as a guest.

The female relatives were divided into another place, separated by a screen, and only one or two figures could be glimpsed until the banquet was over.

In the middle of the night, the magistrate's government office in Kuiliang County

In the study, Lu Zhixian sat behind the desk and said softly, "Bring it here."

"Master..." the two concubines called out, their eyes turning red instantly.

"What are you crying for? Now, I should be happy. Take it out."

An older concubine took out a porcelain bottle from her bosom and put it on the table with trembling hands. She suddenly said, "Master, why don't you run away!"

"Escape?" Lu Zhixian laughed, "Silly girl, where can I escape? When I ask you to do this, I will already be dead."

The two concubines suddenly choked up.

Lu Zhixian picked up the porcelain vase and asked, "Has Qingzhi brought it over?"

"Yes, I can follow you out of the city tomorrow morning."

"Okay, as long as His Royal Highness sends the news back to Beijing, I don't have to worry about it." He raised his head to look at them as he said, "After collecting my body, you all go to Luozi County. The people we have placed in Lu's family for so many years are finally here. It can be used, but it is difficult for you young girls."

"Master, what are you talking about? The Lu family forced our family to be ruined and reduced to such a state. As long as we can send them to hell, we can do whatever we want."

The magistrate of Lu County sighed, "Oh...you all go out, and come back tomorrow morning."

"master!"

The two concubines knelt down and kowtowed heavily, and then they left with their arms.

On the second day, the magistrate of Lu County was found to have committed suicide by taking poison in his study.

At the same time, an unremarkable middle-aged coachman drove a carriage out of the city gate.

The Young Master of Yongzhou Weaving Mansion came home, and the concubine sent by Lu's family sat inside, so he let it go without much restraint.

After leaving the city gate, the young master of the Weaving Mansion asked one more question, "Qing Zhi, where did this coachman come from? He looks strange."

Qingzhi said with a sweet smile: "In the past, an uncle in a village had his house flooded, so he came to join his concubine."

The young master frowned: "You want to go to Yongzhou together?"

"No, we agreed to let him go when we arrive at the next station, and I won't cause trouble for the young master."

The young master stretched his brows.

When they arrived at the post station, the middle-aged coachman kowtowed to Qing Zhi and Mr. Zhizaofu, and then left with his little burden on his back.

The small courtyard house arranged by the Lu family for Xiao Hong is lined with tall trees, and the surrounding flowers are in full bloom. The pavilions and pavilions in the distance are full of sight, reflecting the ripples of the lake. Even in the hot summer, it does not feel stuffy, only comfortable .

And the maidservant who was sent to wait on her was also extremely considerate, and her appearance was beautiful, which made people's eyes shine.

Almost all the men Xiao Hong brought with him were full-blooded men, and the scholars adhered to the principles of a gentleman and were not moved by beauty.

However, if there are only beautiful and seductive women, they naturally don't want to take a look at them, but what is surprising is that these maids look at each other charmingly, but their actions and behaviors are not excessive, they are very law-abiding, which is more attractive human gaze.

The three dandies looked at these scholars and always subconsciously looked at these women. They guessed that they didn't notice it, so they couldn't help sneering.

"What are you laughing at?" The scholars looked at them suspiciously.

Mr. Wei said: "You scholars, you are so stupid. If you read on, your heart will itch."

The scholars suddenly laughed and said: "Brother Wei is worrying too much, I am not ignorant of priorities."

"These women are all from the Lu family, we know that well."

Mr. Wei smiled and beat the folding fan, "They are all men. I am an expert in this kind of thing. Brother Shao took a few glances at the maidservant in the lilac-colored clothes. Believe it or not, this girl will often appear in the next By your side, just waiting to take you down?"

"No way?" The maidservants of rich families all know the rules.

Mr. Zheng snorted, "Who's maidservant has such beauty, otherwise, regardless of whether she wants to or not, she would have climbed into the bed of the young master. Open up my heart, these women are prepared for us, they are better than the women in the brothel , know how to wear a well-behaved skin."

"Everyone who is particular about it knows that they would not put this kind of thing around the guests, otherwise it would be embarrassing to the host family if something happened, unless it was deliberately arranged. Brother You, the businessmen in your family should understand this better, right? "

When Mr. Feng asked, You Ziqing nodded: "That's right, but this kind of beauty is a condescension to entertain us."

"That means that there is a superior beauty waiting for His Highness."

"Xichao, do you really want to go?" Xiao Hong was actually very reluctant, but seeing He Xichao nodded firmly, he couldn't help but feel a little hurt, "Are you really willing to be so generous?"

He Xichao couldn't help sighing when he heard the silver bell-like laughter coming from the lake.

This yard is really nice. You can see the girls playing in boats as soon as you look back. It's hard not to attract attention.

Knowing that Xiao Hong is here, he can still let the female relatives come over, the Lu family's meaning is too clear.

"Marquis Cheng En didn't intend to tear your face apart. He always wanted to win you over. You can't escape if you are beautiful. I heard that the fifth lady of the Lu family is the most beautiful woman in Jiangzhou. There are endless suitors. This is the right time to win you over. you."

"But you are the only one in my eyes, yet you want to push me to others!" Xiao Hong complained.

He Xichao patted his face with a headache and amused, "Just put on an air, the person you're talking about has to bow his head under the eaves."

"But I can't pretend, I will only show courteousness to you in my life."

These words sounded comforting and heartwarming, and He Xichao felt that if he tried to persuade him, he would really become a heartless person.

He thought for a while and said: "If there is no accident, our manpower has already left the city. If the speed is fast, the Jiangdong Guards will arrive in four days."

Xiao Hong nodded, "So wait another five days at most."

"It's just that we are in Lu's house now, and we are surrounded by surveillance. How can we join the guards?"

Xiao Hong asked in surprise: "If the city can't get out, they can still keep me from going out?"

He Xichao said: "If you don't cooperate, it's natural. Don't look at what Cheng Enhou did to you, he won't let you be so easy from today on."

"Then what are your plans?"

"Qixi Festival is coming soon, going out to play with your sweetheart to cultivate relationship, Cheng Enhou must give this face?"

Xiao Hong: "..." My sweetheart is right in front of my eyes, okay?

"What if he doesn't?"

"Don't worry, he will."

The Fifth Miss of the Lu family is really beautiful, and He Xichao is used to seeing beauties, but this kind of appearance is still rare.

She shyly bowed to Xiao Hongying, like a lotus blooming by the lake, slim and charming, and the beautiful girl beside her completely lost her color.

Xiao Hong's eyes lit up, he helped her up with a smile, and asked softly: "I wonder if the king can go to the lake with the lady?"

Fifth Miss was blushing, but she didn't refuse, she graciously took Xiao Hong's hand and boarded the boat.

Seen from a distance, in terms of appearance alone, they are a match made in heaven.

He Xichao followed behind and took a look, then turned and left.

Xiao Dunzi followed Xiao Hong, while Xiao Xuanzi looked at He Xichao, couldn't help shaking his head and sighing: "Oh, it's really not easy, Your Highness."

He Xichao glanced at him.

Xiao Xuanzi showed a flattering smile, "Your Highness is in Cao Ying and his heart is in Han, so his heart must be very bitter."

"I think he's quite happy." He Xichao started to laugh as soon as He Xichao said sour words, "Let's go, let's look at Tiandu."

On the second day, Cheng Enhou proposed marriage.

Xiao Hongdao: "It's a pity that this king has to be twenty to get married."

Cheng Enhou smiled, "It's okay, as long as His Highness likes her, you can wait two years to get married, but why don't you ask the emperor to decide on this marriage first?"

Xiao Hong said kindly, "Which one is the letter from Wang Xiu?"

The smile on Cheng Enhou's face became wider, "Your Highness is thoughtful."

"I will ask my uncle to help me a lot in the future."

"Don't worry, Your Highness, it's only natural."

After speaking, the two looked at each other and smiled.

After Cheng Enhou left Xiao Hong's courtyard, Lu Xueliang asked, "Father, do you really want to marry Wu girl to him?"

Lu Xueliang knelt in the ancestral hall for two hours. Marquis Cheng En begged Xiao Hongcai to let him out. He didn't like Xiao Hong very much.

"The fifth girl can become the princess of England, maybe she will be the princess in the future, why don't you want to?" Marquis Cheng En stroked his beard and smiled, "If there is another queen mother, our Lu family can prosper for another hundred years."

"But is King Ying trustworthy? Dad, don't try to be nice to us on purpose, wait until you turn around..."

Cheng Enhou glanced at him and said: "Of course it's not that simple. Tomorrow, when His Highness finishes writing the notes, I will invite him to Songjiang Water Village to have a look."

Lu Xueliang was surprised, "Shui Zhuang? Didn't he already know about this?"

"Do you think he doesn't know? There is plenty of rain this year, and the water level in the Songjiang River is higher than in previous years. I have ordered the closure of the sluice gates, and the water will immediately accumulate against the rain. When there is another heavy rainstorm, open the sluice gates, Kuiliang The county will be completely flooded." Cheng Enhou said and glanced at him, "Understood?"

"But haven't those people been moved out by His Royal Highness?"

Cheng Enhou laughed, "This is what His Royal Highness should do. By the way, what did the magistrate of Kuiliang County say?"

When it came to Luzhi County, Lu Xueliang had a gloomy expression on his face, "I committed suicide by taking poison last night, and I haven't had time to ask anything."

Marquis Cheng En closed his smile, looked at the direction of Xiao Hong's yard and narrowed his eyes, he pondered and said: "Notify Liang Zhifu that anyone who enters or exits the city gate will be strictly questioned. Watch His Highness and the people around him closely, don't let him No contact with any stranger."

"Father?" Lu Xueliang suddenly felt terrified for some reason.

"Time is running out, let us see what His Highness will choose."

The author has something to say: Xiao Hong: It is really difficult for me.