Gongshang Confidante

Su Muxue clenched the quilt tightly with her fingers, and lowered her head. She knew Chi Yu's obsession with cleanliness. Hearing Xia Ling's words, she was even more moved. When she heard the sound of pushing the door, she saw Zhou Chiyu walking in slowly. Changed clothes, hair bun not wet, expected to come here before taking a shower.

Zhou Chiyu waved his hand to make the palace maid back down, and slowly sat on the head of her bed, without saying anything, just held her hand, soft but strong, as if to give her strength, Su Muxue bowed her head, unable to hold back the tears, The slightly arched back looks extremely fragile.

Those strong manly breaths are lingering, the smell of blood permeates the nose, lips and tongue, as well as the scarlet eyes.

Although nothing happened, her clothes were disheveled and her skin was exposed, and all the accompanying maids and eunuchs saw it.People in the Zhou Dynasty were conservative, and if rumors spread, the women's reputation might be ruined.

"The official building is too eye-catching, so I brought you back to Yudian. The people under me are very strict. But I am worried that you are seriously injured, so I have to call the imperial doctor. Although I have explained it, but, I am afraid, I am still alarmed. into the palace," Zhou Chiyu said softly, with a complicated expression.

She knew the importance of fame to women, but when she saw Su Muxue unconscious with blood all over her face, and her swollen forehead and cheeks, she sent for an imperial physician. In Zhou Chiyu's eyes, fame was not as important as life.

But now seeing Su Muxue's weak and uneasy appearance, she hesitated a little. Is this right or wrong?

Zhou Chiyu never liked being touched by others, and even hated any stains on her clothes. But tonight, when she saw Su Muxue's blood, she was shocked. She hugged Su Muxue tightly, regardless of the blood staining her clothes and the smell of blood sweeping her nostrils, she sat on the side of the couch and held her hand until the imperial doctor said no harm.

Normally, even if there was a drop of ink on her clothes or even a little stain on her hands, she would have to take a bath and change her clothes, but at this time, she just hurriedly changed her clothes and rushed over.

The cleanliness could not overcome the fear of almost losing her, Zhou Chiyu was not relieved until the hands holding her were soft and warm.

"Chi Yu, I, I..." Su Muxue got the military pride of her general father and the teachings of modern Qingsheng, but after all, she was a girl in a boudoir, she was afraid, ashamed and difficult to speak, her fingers clenched tightly. The quilt still trembled uncontrollably.

With a pale face, the corners of his eyes were red, his expression was fragile and uneasy, his eyes reflected uneasiness and fear, filled with wet tears, Zhou Chiyu took her hand holding the corner of the quilt, and hid the other hand in his sleeve, curled up tightly Tightening and loosening, the seemingly deep and silent eyes were surging, filled with anger and self-blame.

Zhou Chiyu took off his shoes, lay down on the couch, moved up slightly, took Su Muxue's hand, lifted it around the back of her neck, turned his body, let her lean on his chest, and said softly, "Mu Xue",

Su Muxue was shocked, stiffened, and then lied weakly and softly in front of her. Zhou Chiyu just looked not far away, his eyes seemed to be looking straight ahead, but there was nothing, and he murmured, "I think, you are right I'm important...".

Su Muxue wrapped her hands around her waist, closed her eyes tightly, tears welled up in her eyes, and wet Zhou Chiyu's front.

The next day, the Empress Empress Feng drove to the Palace of Yu and said that the imperial physician had reported to Emperor Jing Hong. The Emperor was furious and wanted to catch those who dared to do evil in the palace, and suppressed the news, but there are thousands of mouths in the palace, how could he Press down.

Su Muxue spread out her hands, tore off the sign on the lanyard and laid it on her palm, and only replied one word, Xue.

Searching down the sign, the people who had accumulated grievances early, Cao Ping was dismissed, and Liu Mingqing was transferred outside, were beyond his reach, and after further investigation, they found out a name, Xue Cheng.

Who is Xue Cheng?Liu Mingqing's superior, the mainstay of the Xue faction, Xue Guihe's right-hand man, has long held grudges against the Su faction, especially Su Muxue who got rid of Liu Mingqing and Cao Ping, and he must have a lot to do with this matter.

Seven days later, it was verified that it was true, and Emperor Jinghong decreed that Xue Cheng should be removed from his position, the house should be closed and the fields should be closed, and he should be expelled from the imperial capital.He didn't go to jail because Xue Cheng always denied it, and Xue Guihe persuaded him, Emperor Jing Hong spared Xue Cheng's life.

After Su Zhinian heard about it from the queen, he covered his chest angrily and almost passed out. That was his most beloved granddaughter.

Emperor Jing Hong had dealt with Liu Mingqing and Cao Ping, important officials of the Xue faction, in a thunderous manner, but this time, from the Su family's point of view, Xue Cheng's instigation of his subordinates to invade the court officials was a heinous crime, and Emperor Jing Hong actually Su Zhinian was extremely unwilling to settle things hastily, but was dismissed from the capital and expelled from the capital.

But Su Zhinian did not have an attack unexpectedly, he knew that Concubine Xue Gui had blown the wind by the emperor's pillow, and the check and balance between the two factions of Su and Xue was in the hands of the emperor.

Suppressing the matter of Xue Cheng, Su Zhinian urged the Shi family to come to welcome the bride several times. He wanted to get Su Muxue married as soon as possible before the incident caused an uproar, but the Shi family repeatedly shied away, hesitating in words, and only tactfully said, Shi Mao is still young, so it is not appropriate to rush into a family.

How could Su Zhinian not know the reason, he was afraid that Emperor Jing Hong's handling of Xue Cheng would have left his tongue long ago, and the emperor had a decree, but it was difficult to stop Youyou's mouth, and his face turned blue when he was angry.

When he arrived at the court hall, Su Zhinian scolded Huai at Xue Gui and Zhi Sang, and even hurled insults that insulted the gentlemen.Although Su Zhinian was a civil servant, he served in the army with the old man of the Ning family.

On the other hand, Su Muhan had a livid face and led the tiger and leopard riders. When Xue Cheng left the city, he put his sword on Xue Cheng's neck, making him tremble in fright.If it weren't for the emperor's order, Xue Cheng would have died and left the city long ago.

The Su faction regards the Xue faction as a thorn in the side, and the confrontation between the two factions is sharp. Su Zhinian’s memorial lists several officials of the Xue faction who have corrupted the law and abused their power for personal gain. , The official style is not correct, and the two factions are in turmoil. Emperor Jing Hong holds two lists and starts to clean up the officials.

Su Muxue didn't go to court, nor did she go south with the second prince, she just stayed in Su's house to recuperate.She had heard about court affairs and Shi family affairs, but she couldn't control them.Now, what she has to do is how to look at herself in fear, anxiety, and confusion.

"Miss, someone wants to see you." The little girl beside her walked a little hurriedly, pushed the door and said, Su Muxue frowned, and the big girl next to her reprimanded her impatience. The little girl pursed her mouth and said softly, "Miss, there is someone outside who wants to see ".

"It's not that I won't see anyone." Su Muxue lazily rested her chin, her thoughts fluttered. The little girl opened her mouth to speak, but she stared at the big girl, and said in a voice that couldn't be lowered, "He said his surname was Gu, and he said Miss. meet him".

Su Muxue's eyes shone brightly, she stood up straight, and said, "Hurry up and get someone to bring you in, don't neglect." Seeing that the young lady was so nervous, the little maid hurriedly rushed out with her skirt.

Su Muxue dressed up a bit, applied powder to the bruised forehead, brushed her bangs to cover it up, and hurried out, "Miss, don't worry," the maid shouted after her.

When Su Muxue arrived at Luoyingzhai, she saw two people standing at the door, facing each other. One person was in a sky blue gown, with a slender figure, thin eyes and thin lips, as elegant and indifferent as bamboo, and the person with her back facing her was a crimson skirt, seemingly plain, but everywhere Exuding delicacy, he took off the veiled hat on his head, handed it to the person opposite, turned around, his face was luxurious and peerless, as if the years had treated them very kindly.

"Aunt Qing, Aunt Ning", Su Muxue's eyes turned red, and she threw herself into Ning Zimu's arms, "How old is she, still crying", Ning Zimu said with a smile, a beautiful face, no wrinkles, the old The edge has been restrained, and she has the attitude of a daughter in her preciousness. She is holding Su Muxue in her arms at this moment, comforting her softly.

"Xue'er, we passed by the Imperial Capital, so we came to see you." In Gu Qingsheng's bun, there were a few strands of silver, and a pair of slender and deep jasper eyes, which became more and more wise. Wipe the smile.

"Long time no see, let's stay longer." Su Muxue wiped her tears and acted like a baby. After Duan Ruohua returned to the palace, she broke her peaceful life. Outside, the rest are running outside.

"Xue'er is getting more and more beautiful." Ning Zimu looked at her carefully, raised his hand to push away the bangs on her forehead, saw the inconspicuous wound, and said with a serious face, "What's the matter?" ,

Su Muxue's face was gloomy, she led the two into the house, and dispatched the servants to tell what happened in the palace one by one.

Ning Zimu patted on the table and scolded, "Little man!" Gu Qingsheng raised his hand to cover the back of Ning Zimu's hand, patted it lightly, and said, "Don't be angry",

"Where is Xue Cheng going? If he goes north, I will let Xiaobao take his head." Ning Zimu had a sullen face, with a stern aura, which set off his eyebrows and eyes, which were so bright that they couldn't be seen.

If the years are like wine, Gu Qingsheng's wisdom and indifference have been precipitated, then Ning Zimu's brilliance and eye-catching have been carefully carved.

Gu Qingsheng smiled indifferently, "Su Muhan has his own opinion on this matter. If he wants to take Xue Cheng's head, it will be as easy as turning the palm of his hand. I'm afraid that if he does it rashly, it will backfire."

Ning Zimu glared at her, and said, "I've made Xue'er wronged", Su Muxue's eyes turned red again when she heard it, she hugged Ning Zimu and cried, Gu Qingsheng pulled Su Muxue out of Ning Zimu's embrace without a trace , Said, "Mu Xue, I have something to tell you..." Ning Zimu raised his eyes slightly, and glanced at Gu Qingsheng.

"Although this matter hurts a woman's reputation, I know Xue'er is sad, but I have to learn to let it go. The matter has come to this point, so don't be rigid. As an official, you can benefit the people based on what you have learned. You are noble, so why not be afraid of others' gossip.

Men have three wives and four concubines, but the world is harsh on women's reputation, but because they are married and obey their husbands, women are required to depend on their husbands.

Treat the person who is worthy of your heart with sincerity, regardless of life and death, let alone fame.Those who care about fame and integrity are not worthy of Mu Xue," Gu Qingsheng taught earnestly.

Ning Zimu turned his head to look at Qing Sheng, his eyes full of affection.