Bastards

In the quiet summer night, the starlight is dim, the insects are chirping, and the atmosphere is not peaceful.

The window was wide open, and because the insect repellent incense pills were burned in the room, no mosquitoes dared to disturb each other. The breeze blew by, and the shadow of the candle swayed, and the heart in the chest also swayed.

It's strange, even though the insect repelling pills are so clear, and the fragrance of flowers carried by the wind is so rich, Yang Xuan can't detect it at all, there is only a faint breath of the person in front of his mouth and nose.

Familiar, slightly warm, fresh with a little green grass, and like a quilt that has been dried in the sun, it makes people endlessly nostalgic.

Right now, Cui Yu's exquisite eyebrows and eyes are magnified in front of him, the corners of his lips are slightly hooked, and his smile penetrates deep into the bottom of his eyes, his slender and white hand rests on his forehead, the touch is so clear... Even the words that come out of his lips are so lingering .

The feeling of intimacy during the day still remained deep in my heart, and Yang Xuan's back felt numb without any hooking, and the blood all over his body rushed straight to his lower abdomen.

He didn't want to do anything, he just wanted to hug this person tightly!

He almost did it!

But his reason is still there, he... dare not.

This time, he was going to provoke Cui Yu again and make him angry. He didn't know how to coax him.

Fortunately, he also knows that getting along for so many years is not in vain. As long as he is not angry with Cui Yu, Cui Yu will not leave, and if he acts weaker... Cui Yu will still feel distressed.

He pursed his lips and didn't dare to move, while he hoped that Cui Yu would touch him more for a while to be intimate, but at the same time, he wanted Cui Yu to take his hand away quickly or it would be even more embarrassing if he was found to be in the wrong place.

In dire straits, he was still able to adjust his expression, Baba looked at Cui Mata pretending to be uncomfortable: "Maybe it's windy, it's a bit cold..."

The corner of Cui Yu's eyes twitched, and he even learned how to beat him upside down, and got on his nose and face!In summer, with this strong body like a cow, let alone blowing some wind, even throwing it in cold water for a soak is not a problem. Sweating is obviously hot, how could it be cold!

Out of the corner of his eye, he looked down and saw Yang Xuan's crotch being so 'excessively energetic', Cui Yu was quite satisfied, it's uncomfortable, it's uncomfortable, it should be!

If you have something to say, don't say it well, if you tell you to kiss, run away!

She even learned to pretend to be sick...

Cui Yan narrowed his eyes, turned around and quickly took the quilt from the bed, wrapped it tightly around Yang Xuan, with a very serious expression on his face: "How is it, is it still cold?"

Yang Xuan was sweating again, but facing the 'concerned and worried' eyes of his sweetheart, he didn't dare to refuse: "Okay...a lot."

"Then why are you still sweating?" Cui Yu thought very seriously, "Is the quilt not thick enough? How about I ask Xiaoer for two more beds?"

Yang Xuan hurriedly stopped him: "No need!" He showed a 'strong' smile to Cui Yu, "This sweat is different from before, because it feels warmer! If a wind-cold patient sweats, it means heal!"

Cui Yu was very skeptical: "Really?"

Yang Xuan nodded like pecking rice: "That's right, that's what doctors say!"

"So..." Cui Yu smiled like a spring breeze, "Then get well soon!" I'll let you go!

Yang Xuan stared blankly at Cui Yu. Seeing Cui Yu smiling, he also raised the corners of his lips, stretched his brows, and smiled a little foolishly. Even though he was hot and sweaty, he still held the corner of the quilt tightly, not daring to let go.

This looks like a little wolf dog who has done something wrong. Even if he is forgiven by his master, he is still afraid in his heart. Satisfied.

It's really out of taste, and it's unparalleled in the world.

But in this way, Cui Yu is really not easy to get angry with him, and he is tossing people openly and secretly. After all, he is the prince of a country, His Royal Highness, and he is so cowardly in front of him. He is beaten, scolded and bullied. Stretching any longer would be too much.

What happened during the day today is considered the past, he will not pursue it anymore, in the future...

Cui Yu glanced at Yang Xuan, smiling like the ice melted in early spring, and the summer flowers are in full bloom, which is too beautiful to behold.Yang Xuan's body trembled for no reason, and she suddenly began to worry about the future, always feeling that... the days of dire straits are coming.

After this account is settled, it's time to calculate something else.Cui Yu looked at Yang Xuan, narrowing his eyes dangerously: "It's so late...how did you get into the city?"

Yang Xuan shook again, and immediately replied: "I went to the city during the day, and I didn't dive at night, I know it's very dangerous!"

"Oh, you still know the danger." Cui Yan tapped the table with his fingertips, his brows and eyes full of sarcasm.

Yang Xuan looked away, and his voice was a little embarrassing: "I know that in my capacity, it is dangerous to appear in Luoyang. No matter it is day or night, it is best not to enter the city. But I..." He looked at Cui Yu with bright eyes ,"I worry about you."

"Ok?"

Before Cui Mata could refute, Yang Xuan hurriedly said again: "I've followed through and found that Peng Chuanping's master and servant did not live in the Fu family, and the Fu family bought them a house to live in. Obviously, Peng Chuanping's mother respected the Fu family. This favor is not very big, it can only protect his life, it is related to the case, but it is not very helpful!"

Seeing that Cui Yu was thoughtful when he heard the serious matter, and stopped blaming him, Yang Xuan calmed down and spoke calmly: "This case has been submitted to the Ministry of Criminal Justice by the local government, and the Ministry of Criminal Justice has taken over the case. The parties need to be transferred from their original places. Mrs. Deng went to Luoyang. The public trial will be held later. It will take some time for the officials to go through the formalities. If you want to see this case, you may have to wait half a month in Luoyang."

Cui Yu had expected this: "There is nothing left and right, just wait."

"And your uncle..." Yang Xuan's eyes flickered slightly, "He left Luoyang on business a few days ago, and he didn't know where he was going. His sons are all in the academy, and there are only women and children left at home. Although you are relatives, you have grown up, right? Should... avoid suspicion?"

"Avoid suspicion?" Cui Yan looked over, his eyes were deep under the candlelight, and the corners of his lips curved meaningfully.

"Of course, I'm not suspicious of your character. I know what kind of person you are, but others don't know..." Yang Xuan coughed twice, looked away, and her ears were a little red, "Why don't you just live here , don't bother... This is my He Gang's secret business, and I will definitely protect you."

Cui Yu paused the hand holding the teacup, his eyelashes trembled slightly, and he sighed softly.

I really didn't expect that after reliving my life, I could see such a pure and innocent Yang Xuan.

Yang Xuan didn't hear the answer, so he looked up and saw Cui Yumi's long eyelashes drooping lightly, outlining a small shadow in his eyes, holding the glazed green tea cup with his slender fingers, the moist blue color reflected Wang Bai, and touched his red lips Petals... Under the shining candlelight, it was difficult to describe and draw, and he swallowed his saliva on the spot.

"Okay." Cui Yu looked at him sideways, and replied with a smile.

Yang Xuan choked on saliva and almost choked: "You agreed?"

He was full of surprises, if the quilt wasn't too tightly covered, he would definitely be able to jump up.

Cui Yan was almost amused by his stupidity.

"It's rare for you to inquire about the news so hard in the face of danger. If I don't show some face, wouldn't it be inappropriate?" Cui Yu's voice was light as he glanced at the big beads of sweat on Yang Xuan's forehead, "I've sweated so much. This disease is no longer serious, just take the quilt away."

"Yeah!" Yang Xuan responded loudly, and quickly tore the quilt away.

Although it was very hot, and it was uncomfortable to be sweaty and sticky all over, Cui Yu was not angry anymore... Cui Yu still felt sorry for him!

Yang Xuan felt very beautiful.

Cui Yu didn't look at him any more, his eyes drooped slightly, he tapped his fingertips on the table, thinking about the business.After being quiet for a long time, he smiled and said, "Our people...it's time to move."

"Now? Is it too early?"

Cui Yu looked at the dark blue starry sky outside the window: "It's early, so it's better to build momentum early."

Yang Xuan herself couldn't wait to go back to the capital, and upon hearing this, she agreed: "Good!"

The two sat opposite each other and talked for a long time over tea by candlelight.

When the business was over, Cui Yu asked another question: "I have never asked you about the river, but today I am curious. If you have the whole river in your hands, how many times does the King of Yue doubt you?"

"It's mine in secret, but it's everyone's in the open. It's everyone's. Naturally, they have their own backgrounds and relationships." Yang Xuan blinked, "This is what you suggested before."

Cui Mata recalled that he really seemed to have such a suggestion before.The canal involves special interests. No matter the temple or the rivers and lakes, no one would like to see it owned by one person. Yang Xuan has the strength to win the unification, but he may not be able to keep it, so he asked Cui Yu for advice.The method given by Cui Yu is very simple: Wouldn’t it be better not to let others know that it belonged to one person?

So it was hosted by Yang Xuan, and Sun Min stood at the forefront with such a quick mind, picked out a few smart people, and played a game of hidden stakes, making the adults on the shore think they were members of the River Gang They are still enemies, and only adults can rely on them.The Brotherhood of the River Gang will properly inform those adults, and the adults will not be wary of the River Gang, and will still be their backing.

Of course, these news were selected and released by Yang Xuan.

Cui Yu seriously recalled that when Yang Xuan was not around, he had actually sorted out the information on his behalf, but he didn't think deeply about it at the time.

He has always positioned himself very precisely. He will help Yang Xuan recruit talents, build a support team, and grasp the general direction.Yang Xuan is the prince, he will be in charge of state affairs in the future, he must have experience in how to govern and train his subordinates, he will not do everything for Yang Xuan.

And who knows what the future holds?A companion is like a tiger, holding too many things, how bad is it to be feared?Besides, he is also lazy. He doesn't want to be an official at all, and he doesn't want to start any great cause. It would be nice to have a lot of money and live a comfortable life. Why bother?

But Yang Xuan was very aggrieved: "Everything is a problem, I am busy and tired, you are so smart, you don't help me..."

Cui Yuqu flicked his forehead: "Young man, you have to do your own thing, otherwise you will regret it."

Yang Xuan's eyes widened again, immersed in the intimate contact again, after a long while, he said: "...I will not regret it."

Having said all that should be said, and expressed the feelings that should be expressed, the atmosphere between the two of them has returned to harmony again, Cui Yu is not more polite to chase people away: "You should go."

Yang Xuan: ... "It's so late, can't I sleep here?"

Cui Yu shook his head mercilessly: "No."

Yang Xuan hesitated for a while: "Then I'll come see you tomorrow."

"Don't come tomorrow, go back to Chang'an as soon as possible."

Yang Xuan was in a hurry: "I won't go back!"

Cui Mata raised his eyebrows: "Huh?"

Yang Xuan didn't want to agree, and it would be bad if he didn't answer, so he tapped his toes lightly, his figure was like a slippery fish, and jumped out of the window... before he landed, his toes touched the top of the wall, and he waved his arms back naturally. After a few jumps and jumps, the handsome figure soared into the air, borrowed a few strengths on the roof of someone's house, and merged into the night sky, never to be seen again.

Cui Mata couldn't call him in time, so he stared into the distance and sighed helplessly.

How many years have passed, but his temper has not changed at all, he is still like the brat he met for the first time!

……

The case has to wait for the trial, but the time can't be wasted. This Luoyang city is worth a visit, and I want to meet my friends from before.Cui Yu's letter last night was written to Wen Shuquan, who had a relationship four years ago and became a close friend through the correspondence.

In the face of adversity, there is a life-saving grace, not to mention the four years of correspondence, heart-to-heart, Wen Shuquan has always liked this good friend who accompanied him in his growth and gave him many good suggestions. He was very happy when he received the letter, and immediately replied. , see you at the teahouse in the afternoon.If it weren't for the fact that he had to go out early in the morning because he was busy with important matters, he wouldn't even use his servants to pass on the message, and went directly to find Cui Yu by himself.

Cui Yan got the letter, read the news from the residence for a while in the inn, practiced calligraphy for a while, waited for the well-prepared meals delivered by the mistress, changed his clothes, and then walked out leisurely.

Luoyang is as prosperous as Chang'an. Even in the scorching summer, the streets are still full of tourists. The shop guests greet the door, and the owner of the refreshment stall is almost too busy. The storytelling teahouse is even more crowded. Very lively.

It was still early, so Cui Yu searched for the shade of the eaves and trees, so as to reduce the heat.

At first he was still in the mood to look at the scenery and listen to people chatting, but then it became hotter and hotter, his vest was hot from the sun, and sweat dripped from his forehead. In addition to the road to the agreed teahouse, there is nothing else to see.

It wasn't until there was a scream and an unusual shadow suddenly appeared above his head that he took a step back and looked up in surprise——

Someone fell down!

Not wanting to be hit, and running away like this would lose the image of a man, Cui Yu almost subconsciously stretched out his hand to pick up this man.

He is standing on a sloping road right now. The host has quite ingeniously built the house obliquely, which is very interesting to watch. From where he is standing, a little further down is the outside of the first floor of the house, and a little higher It's just outside the second floor, it's not right, it's stuck in the middle.

The person fell from the second floor. With his physical strength, he might not be able to support it if he went down a little bit. If he went up a little bit, he would be too close, and he would have no time to react, and he would have been crushed.Here, it will be just right.

With the sound of the wind and the fluttering of the white shirt, Cui Mata glanced away and saw a young man falling down.

He stretched out his arm, and without much effort, he had already caught and supported the person.This person only owed a little strength to Cui Yu, and he was able to stand upright, and it was suitable for both sides.

The starting weight is quite light, the summer shirt is thin, and Cui Yu's hands are not in the right place, but you can still feel that the skin is soft and tender. This is not a boy, but a girl!

In ancient times, men and women were extremely defensive, and Cui Yu couldn't go too far. He helped the girl stand still, and immediately withdrew his hand.

But the girl still felt aggrieved, from the slightly trembling body, the slap that was almost swung up, the eyes full of anger, the thin sullen color on both cheeks...you can see it.The girl pursed her lips tightly, as if she still felt uneasy, and she couldn't express her gratitude.

Cui Yu had no choice but to apologize first: "I'm sorry."

Unexpectedly, when this girl heard him speak, she was stunned immediately, the water in her eyes blurred, she was startled for a while, happy for a while, and finally her cheeks flushed, she straightened her clothes, lowered her eyebrows, and walked towards Cui Yufu with a thousand gestures. Li: "Thank you, my lord, for saving my life." It was so sincere!

Cui Yu was taken aback for a moment, and wanted to ask, "Girl, did you have a nightmare or did you eat something wrong?".

Is that right, I hated it just now, my eyes were alienated and indifferent, and I was very displeased to be bumped by a passer-by who didn't know where. In the blink of an eye, I felt shy and timid, as if I met an old acquaintance...

He also described the favor of helping her and not hurting her if she didn't help her as a life-saving favor...

He even performed a blessing gift for women!

Girl, don't you wear men's clothing just to prevent people from knowing that you are a girl?Although the effect is not particularly good, but what do you mean by exposing yourself?

Cui Yu paused for a moment, and then he was as calm as before, and said calmly: "Young lady's words are serious. It's just a matter of raising one's hand. If I don't do anything, the young lady won't be hurt."

But the girl was blushing, and peeked at Cui Yu: "I still have to thank you, sir, otherwise if I don't stand up properly, I will hurt my face..."

Cui Yu felt that the girl's attitude was a bit wrong, and he didn't want to stay any longer: "Miss, take care, let's just say goodbye."

"My lord—" the girl directly grabbed the corner of Cui Yu's sleeve, her voice was urgent, "I don't know what your surname is, and where you live..."

The look in your eyes just now doesn't seem like you don't know me.

Cui Yu frowned, trying to pull back the corner of his clothes, but he didn't want the girl to be too strong, so he pulled it, but it didn't come back.

The girl was even more eager: "Then how can I find the young master to repay my kindness?"

"No need."

Cui Yu's voice became cold, and he was about to pull back the corner of his clothes to leave when he suddenly heard someone running over from a distance: "Stop, don't even think about leaving!"

There are quite a few people coming, two people lead the way, each followed by a team of servants.The first two, one thin and one fat, one tall and one short, are all dressed in brocade clothes, wrapped in jade belts, and small powder-soled boots, full of extravagance.

It's just that the two of them are dressed similarly. The thin and tall one has handsome facial features, delicate complexion, and a haughty posture in gorgeous clothes and beautiful jade. The complexion is slightly dark, and the skin quality is not good. Wearing light-colored Chinese clothes and beautiful jade, no matter how straight the back is, it is not worthy of showing extravagance.Running under the sun again, sweating all over his head, it looks... very greasy and not aesthetically pleasing.

A group of people came running very fast, without any explanation, they surrounded Cui Yu and the girl, with a very bad posture.

In terms of brains, Cui Yu is not bad, but in terms of physical strength... forget it.The visitor is not kind, so if you want to surround him, he can't run away, so he has to frown and be surrounded.He has only been in Luoyang for a day, so it is impossible for him to have enemies, so these people...should have come for this girl who disguised herself as a man.

"Sir, save me!"

This girl is really good-looking, she can't run away when someone is coming, she holds on to the corner of Cui Mata's clothes tightly and hides behind him.

Cui Yu tilted his head slightly, wanting to ask this girl, does he look like a chivalrous knight-errant?

The girl clutched the corner of his clothes tightly with her small hands, her big eyes were watery, begging, her red lips turned pale: "Please, my lord...help me..." Obviously she was terribly frightened.

Cui Yu was thoughtful, and looked up, could it be that the girl jumped down to hide from the two groups of people who came over?

Cui Yushi doesn't have any compassion. He doesn't like to care about other people's life, death, beauty or ugliness, as long as it doesn't hinder him or affect his interests at all.But this girl... seems to know him and has a good impression of him. There must be no enmity between them.

And even though this girl is dressed in men's clothing, the material of the clothes is very good, like a piece of palace satin sent by the Yue family to please him before, it is said to be a tribute, only the empresses in the palace wear it, it is very expensive.Although she gave up some face to beg him, she has a good temperament, good skin, and well-maintained slender hands... It seems that her family is also very rich and powerful.

As long as Cui Yu is willing to contact anyone who is rich and powerful, he will be recruited by Yang Xuan.There are some pasts between them... In the past few years, he has been in the official circle, the Chang'an noble circle, and he has a past with him, he should have met him on certain occasions.Although he doesn't know this girl, it's normal for a girl to accompany her elder brother to the banquet, and it's also normal for her to know him by the way, let alone just walk away.

He seized the time to concentrate a little bit to feel it, and there was no danger or discomfort...

Then he cupped his hands and smiled, facing the aggressive two leaders: "I don't know what the two brothers are calling me for?"

The short and fat young man stared wide-eyed, pointed at the half-headed girl hiding behind him, and snorted fiercely: "Are you trying to protect her? Do you know who we are!"

The air fields on both sides exploded immediately, scorching like a raging fire.

The masses of the people can always smell the lively atmosphere in time, and soon come to call friends, all of them are full of spirits and eyes full of excitement.

Cui Yu felt that the hand holding the corner of his clothes became tighter.

Among the crowd, Yang Xuan pushed the huge hat on his head with his index finger, glared angrily at the woman who was holding the corner of Cui Yu's clothes, and almost couldn't hold back and jumped out.

He was only away for a cup of tea, but Cui Yu actually attracted a peach blossom!

That claw is so annoying, it doesn't have the beauty of a woman at all, it's good for him to chop it off!