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Among several prime ministers, Zhongshu Ling is not the most powerful, but the most noble.The advantage of this position is that you can often show your face in front of me, and the disadvantage may also be that you can often show your face in front of me.Because in the next few days, Xie Jingyu was sitting on pins and needles in my Lingyan Pavilion, and he couldn't wait to leave as soon as the work was done. It was like running away in despair.

I find it quite interesting, I only hate myself as the emperor, so I don't want to gossip too much.You know, one of the reasons why I transferred Xie Jingyu to Fengge was to introduce Danghe, and the second was to observe nearby; now I can add a third, which cannot but be said to be a surprise.

In a few days, the Shangsi Festival came, and the officials and customs had a day off.

I have been busy for several days, and I feel a little bored, so I plan to leave the palace.Whether it's a spring outing or a banquet by the water, there are so many participants, it's a good time to watch the fun.Liu Jin had a bitter face when he changed me into the common clothes of ordinary people—he had no objection to my going out of the palace, but he had a lot of complaints about the private visits in the micro clothes—but I just pretended not to notice.I know much better than him what accidents may happen during private visits on microservices, just keep it quiet and bring enough guards.

General Zu Miao of Zuo Qianniuwei used to be my personal attendant, and he has always handled affairs swiftly.Not long after, I entered Linjiang Tower smoothly.

This Linjiang Tower, as the name suggests, is located on the banks of the Qushui River. It is a three-story restaurant, known as the first building in Xingjing.The best private room is naturally the top floor, but when I think of those plots in the dream where the dandy fights and fights, and the women see the rich and fall in love... I don't want to become the material of folk storytellers at all, so I just designate the second floor which is not slippery .Fortunately, the location of Linjiang Tower is excellent. Even on the second floor, you can see the Seventeen-hole Stone Bridge across the Qushui River and the half-empty Linjiang Pavilion on the bank.

After sitting down, I watched the scenery with the jade dew ball made by the imperial dining room.There are clouds in Shangsi poems, singing orioles ringing trees, dancing butterflies startling flowers; clouds float BMW, water rhymes with fragrant cars.It seems so now--

There was a stream of people beside the Qushui, and the carriages of various families lined up all the way to an invisible distance.Large and small running water mats have also been set up, with baskets full of boiled eggs, red dates, rice wine and the like.Since it was March [-]rd, there was no shortage of beautiful makeup.They are in groups of three or four, holding willow branches and laughing softly like a warbler.

This situation and this scene have a sense of peace, and I am very pleased.Years of hard work by my grandfather and my father have shown results, and with the Northwest Dading, as long as I am not too stupid, a peaceful and prosperous age is just around the corner.If there are still things that are ready to move, they can be wiped out one by one...

Just as I was deep in thought, a few unscrupulous chatter and jokes suddenly floated out of the window.

"...Look at that little lady is very beautiful, I wonder which family it is from?"

"Which little lady?"

"Here, under the biggest willow tree."

"Could it be that little lady in the red shirt? Her waist looks more graceful than a weeping willow. Brother Wei really has a discerning eye!"

"It's natural!"

"Haha, from this point of view, there must be a lack of a concubine in Brother Wei's mansion..."

...Brother Wei?Wei Ji?

My brows twitched.In fact, I don't need this brother Wei, I can also recognize the voice that sings praises to my ears every day recently.In addition, if I remember correctly, Wei Ji is over fifty years old and already has dozens of concubines in his family.

After reaching this level, he still wants to add someone?

The law does not stipulate the number of concubines, but according to Wei Ji's lustful method, I don't need to dream to know that he must die under the peony.Then I thought that it was commonplace for the ministers who were qualified to go to the Tai Chi Hall to have more than a dozen concubines, regardless of whether they were romantic or not.

In contrast, Xie Jingyu is really out of place...

Wei Ji was still commenting on the beauties, and I subconsciously looked out the window.But before I found the little lady in the red shirt under the biggest willow tree, I first noticed the crowd at the head of the stone bridge. "Go and see, is the bridge blocked?"

Qian Niuwei immediately took orders to investigate.Not long after, Zu Miao reported that it was indeed blocked.

"How do you do it?" I am not very happy, "Will you not evacuate the flow of people?"

Zu Miao lowered her head halfway, looking embarrassed. "Your Majesty, that..."

I'm a little impatient. "Speak up when you have something to say, don't hesitate."

"Xie Xiang is on the bridge." Zu Miao hurriedly said, as if he was afraid that I would go back on his word, "Everyone is watching him, so..."

The crowd spontaneously watched Xie Jingyu. There were so many people that the road was blocked?This answer was unexpected, and I couldn't help raising my eyebrows. "Xie Fengge is really the number one man in Xingjing." The common people would not shy away from the officials, at least they would be beaten up, and at worst they would be thrown into prison—this can't stop them?

Hearing that "first", Zu Miao became more and more cautious. "Xie Xiang is wearing ordinary clothes and only brought two attendants. I'm afraid he didn't expect it to turn out like this. Besides, in Shangsi today, the people are all rushing to the bridge, and even if they want to avoid it, there is nowhere to hide."

That being the case, I don't care about the reason at all. "What else?" If Xie Jingyu was simply being watched, Zu Miao would do nothing when he knew he would be scolded by me?

Zu Miao's embarrassment became more and more obvious, and his dark face turned red. "A few days ago, Mr. Xie didn't say...then what. Today, in Shangsi, there are many young men and women expressing their love for each other. Isn't that..."

I knew a long time ago that there are as many women as want to marry Xie Jingyu.But this can't explain Xie Jingyu's besieged after claiming to be good at Nanfeng, and it can't explain Zu Miao's unusual reaction. "Could it be..." I thought for a while, and I couldn't help but laugh, "Don't tell me that our Xie Feng Pavilion is surrounded by men?"

"According to the reports from the spies, men and women are about half-equivalent." Zu Miao hurriedly added, seeming relieved that I guessed it and didn't need to say it myself.

Men and women split in half?From killing all women to killing both men and women?

I was almost annoyed. "It seems that I still underestimated Xie Fengge. If that's the case, let's see the situation."

Time passed bit by bit.As I expected, more and more people gathered at the bridgehead—Xie Jingyu and the three of them were weak and unlikely to escape;

"This meat is roasted well, I want a reward when I go back." While waiting, I ate another piece of preserved deer, and then asked lazily, "How long have you been stuck?"

"Your Majesty, it's almost two quarters." Zu Miao quickly replied.

"How long does it take to get here from Xie Fengge Mansion at the earliest?" Zhen asked again.

"Riding at least three quarters." Zu Miao said, "but for the nearest Jinwu Guard, two quarters is enough." He suddenly realized and asked tentatively, "Your Majesty?"

I wiped my hands slowly, and from the corner of my eye I saw that the tip of Zu Miao's nose was dripping with sweat.It didn't take long for him to breathe a sigh of relief before he brought it up again. After all, he also knew that if the prime minister of the court was surrounded while traveling and was unable to escape, it would definitely be a scandal for the court if it spread. "Go ahead. Know what to say?"

"My lord understands!" Zu Miao immediately took the order and came out as if he had been pardoned.Looking at his back, I feel that his psychological quality is still a bit weak, but his loyalty is enough to make up for his shortcomings.In addition, not being particularly smart is an advantage; for some courtiers, not being stupid is enough.

After another cup of tea, Xie Jingyu, the number one celebrity in Xingjing, entered the private room.He must have guessed that I was here. After all, Qianniuwei was in charge of the imperial sword guards and attendants. Pretending to be the Jinwu Guard could fool ordinary people, but he would never be able to fool the prime minister who entered the palace every day.

So I found out with regret that Xie Jingyu carefully arranged his appearance before entering the door, and I couldn't see his distressed appearance.Seeing that he wanted to salute, I waved my hand: "Today is an exception."

Xie Jingyu stood still and bowed deeply. "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your timely assistance."

There was no emotion in the tone, but when the word was interesting, I glanced at him playfully. "Xie Fengge is so popular, I really didn't know before today. In this way, my plan to give Xie Fengge a marriage is really too reckless, and I hope Xie Fengge will not take it to heart."

"I'm terrified," Xie Jingyu said immediately, "Thunderstorms, rain, and dew are all due to your grace, and I thank Your Majesty for your kindness."

Saying that thunder, rain and dew are all the grace of the king, I don't know how to tie my villain in my heart, so I secretly slander. "What is Xie Fengge's opinion on today's matter?"

Xie Jingyu was silent for a while. "The minister was negligent."

I believe this, after all, even I can't think of such a thing. "anything else?"

"The on-duty Jinwu Guard didn't react well." This time Xie Jingyu said without hesitation, "If today's incident happened at any of Xingjing's gates, such slowness may have serious consequences."

I haven't seen the shadow of the Jinwu Guard until now, and I have already scolded those people in my heart. "Countermeasures?"

"First, the military law dealt with the Jinwu Guards who are on duty today, and thoroughly rectified the left and right Jinwu Guards; second, in the future such festivals, the Jinwu Guards should be stationed in advance to avoid repeating the same mistakes; third, joint exercises except the left and right Qianniu Guards. Fourteen Guards, clean up military discipline."

I nodded.He can answer fluently in such a short reaction time, I didn't mention him as Zhongshuling in vain. "The imperial edict will be handed over to Shangshu's subordinates for trial tomorrow."

"I take orders." Xie Jingyu lowered his head and said, "But I still have four other things."

Hearing this, I was a little surprised. "what else?"

Xie Jingyu's head was even lower. "I dare to ask, why is Your Majesty in this Linjiang Tower?"

I was taken aback for a moment, and smiled angrily.If it wasn't for me, you little white-eyed wolf would be able to tell me what to do here?I'm afraid I'm going to be surrounded for an hour!Maybe something good or bad will happen! "Where I'm going, who do I have to report to?"

About to hear my anger, Xie Jingyu fell to his knees with a plop. "I dare not!"

It's all about my itinerary, what else are you afraid of? "Zumiao," I angrily ordered the person on the side who was trying to pretend to be a stake, "pack up and get ready to go back to the palace!"

Zu Miao immediately took the lead and ran faster than a rabbit.He has been by my side for more than ten years, and he knew that I was already annoyed when I called people by name and surname.Xie Jingyu must have heard this, and he may not be ignorant of my temper; but he still knelt there motionless, making it clear that he was against me.

I was a little impatient, and really wanted to point my nose at him and scold him.But considering the image of my wise and mighty son of heaven, I still managed to suppress my anger. "What else do you have to say?"

"Your Majesty calm down, I don't have the slightest intention of overstepping." Xie Jingyu replied, his voice was two points lighter than usual, but still very clear. "Your Majesty waited for the opportunity to let Qianniuwei pretend to be Jinwuwei to rescue the minister. I should be grateful. But Qianniuwei is His Majesty's personal guard, and everything should be His Majesty's priority."

What is said in the words is Qian Niuwei's duty, but what is not said is that I help him?

For the first time, I suspect that there is something wrong with my comprehension ability.I have to make sure. "I ask you, what is the last chapter of "Mencius"?"

"The people are the most important, the country is second, and the king is the least." Xie Jingyu opened his mouth and answered.After finishing speaking, he kowtowed again: "But Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven, the body of all gold; if something goes wrong, I will die. Therefore, I implore Your Majesty to listen to my words: no matter when and where, Your Majesty, please keep the left and right Qianniuwei by your side."

The answer is correct, but now I don't doubt my comprehension ability, and I start to wonder if Xie Jingyu squeezed his head.It's not that his words are unreasonable, but that his logic is really tortuous - in his situation, a normal person would only feel lucky to survive the catastrophe, right?

I leaned back slowly, barely feeling myself touching the soft pillow. "Xie Fengge, do you still remember?" Zhen asked, "A few days ago you promised me that what you told me was true?"

"The minister always remembers it in his heart."

"Then raise your head, look at me, and say that sentence again." Zhen stared straight at him.

"Chen..." Xie Jingyu hesitated, but it didn't last long. "I beg your Majesty to listen to my words:" He looked into my eyes for the first time, and his words were loud and loud, "No matter when and where, please keep the left and right Qianniuwei by your side."

I always knew that Xie Jingyu was good-looking, but I never knew that his eyes, which were always submissive and kept low, were so clear and magnanimous.

...Did I... mistrust him?

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