Tang Xuan

"Out of Yangguan, from the nearest one, it is called Ruoqiang, and the king of Ruoqiang is called King Hulai, and he goes to Yangguan for eight hundred miles."

- "Han? Biography of the Western Regions."

Today's Ruoqiang is just a small city in the Western Regions, yet it has been chosen as a gateway for trade.Because it is not far from Yangguan and has a deep origin, Lang Huai took a fancy to it and became a gateway for the six ports of trade.

After setting up Gucheng, Lang Huai took the lead and accompanied Meng Canlin to the top of the city.The weather was so hot that Lang Huai simply didn't wear any armor. He was wearing a dark blue shirt, the usual white jade crown, and a jade belt around his waist. Only a piece of white jade fell on him.But Lin Xian was tall and tall, and he was not inferior to Lang Huai even after he changed into an ordinary warrior robe.

"My Tang Dynasty is sincere. Although the Ruoqiang city is small, it guards the main road. It is really a good place." Lang Huai said some polite words while walking, and said: "This general Lin should be the governor of Ruoqiang town in the future. Let's get closer, both of you."

"Oh, it's good to make friends! In the future, the general will guard Ruoqiang, and the safety of the people in this city depends on the general!" Meng Shen immediately complimented him with all his strength, which made Lin Xian feel embarrassed, and waved his hands: "The national teacher's words are serious, I'm just a young general, how can I be a general!"

After a few words of politeness, Meng Shen rolled his eyes and said with a smile: "We will officially enter our Tibetan territory when we leave the city tomorrow. Although it is only August, I still remind everyone to prepare warm clothes." Meng Shen faced the south , pointing to the snow-capped mountains that are clearly visible in the distance, and said: "We have to go around Muztag in the distance and enter the hinterland, so that we can walk better."

Lang Huai looked along his hand, and saw the blue sky and white clouds, and the mountain peaks in the distance seemed to come down from the clouds, and they were impossible to climb. He couldn't help feeling awed, and said: "Such a mountain is so rare!"

Lin Xian also sighed in admiration: "In my opinion, the danger of Huashan Mountain may not be comparable. If there is a chance in the future, I will definitely try it!"

Meng Shen couldn't hide his complacency, and said with a smile: "General Du Weilin has underestimated our Tubo. There is a strange peak in the southwest of Tubo, named Laqi. Mother. So far, no one has dared to climb!"

"No one?" Lang Huai raised his eyebrows, and he and Lin Xian looked at each other, both of them a little disbelieving.

"No one." Meng Shen was very sure, with full awe, said: "The captain has never set foot in Tubo, you must know that if others enter rashly, most people will have unbearable headaches and shortness of breath. Go high, the more obvious these symptoms are. If you faint, you will never wake up again."

Lang Huai nodded silently, but he yearned for the sacred mountain in his heart.But she knew that when she arrived, after attending the grand ceremony, she had to return, but she had no chance to see her.Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel disappointed, and sighed silently to Muztag.

Gossip less, after that the journey was difficult, and when people came out of the city, there were hundreds of dead among the five thousand soldiers.Even Lang Huai himself fell ill.The symptoms that healed quickly on weekdays took about ten days to heal while walking, but Mr. Zhu was in a hurry.

According to the etiquette, they had to wait until the auspicious time before entering the city, entering the Potala Palace, and marrying Cong Canglanhu Zanpu.Meng Shen had already entered the city, and after waiting for two hours, Lang Huai received this personal message: "Zanpu has already prepared everything in the palace, and tomorrow I will invite Princess Gucheng to enter the city for a grand wedding."

Although everything has been concluded long ago, Lang Huai still sighed a few words.She asked Mr. Zhu to wait in her room, fearing that Lang Shixuan would come to her anytime.Taking Tao Jun with him, Lang tightened his cape and went to the place where Princess Gucheng stayed.

During the bumpy journey, Lang Huai also respected the woman's perseverance.The peak of the glacier, covered with white snow, is beautiful, but it cannot be eaten.No matter what the purpose was, she really dared to come here, Lang Huai didn't know what to think about except sympathy.

After reaching the outside of the house, Lang Huai left Tao Jun behind and followed him in.Gu Cheng huddled in the thick fur coat, his cheeks were pale, and his voice was weak: "Captain, is there something important?"

Seeing that she was pitiful, Lang Huai couldn't help slowing down his voice, and said: "Meng Shen has sent a letter, and His Highness will go to the city to get married tomorrow. I came here to ask His Highness, what do you think? If you think it is too hasty, I will go Push it on for a few days so that His Highness will take care of it."

"But it's embarrassing for the captain. You were a military officer. Tatuo Tu was supposed to be responsible for these things, but he was sick." Gu Cheng said calmly, "What about later, what about tomorrow? It's just a marriage. That's all."

Gu Cheng complained about himself, Lang Huai could only stand aside, a little embarrassed.There was silence in the house for a long while, Lang Huai was thinking of leaving, but he heard Gu Cheng say: "Captain, I first met you last winter, and I really like you."

Lang Huai was startled. From her point of view, Gu Cheng seemed to be very prejudiced against her, so why would she say so?But at this moment, no matter what, she could only remain silent.

"At that time, who would have known that my father had taken a fancy to the sister you gave me early in the morning? If I had known this was the case, I would have fought for it!" Gu Cheng chuckled, and said: "Now the captain has become the in-law of the palace. My sister-in-law is also the one who sees off my relatives for my palace. Cause and effect recurs, it is really hard to fathom."

"Your Highness was joking, the last general, who doesn't understand mountains and rivers, is not worthy." Lang Huai took a step back, although he didn't raise his head, his tone became cold.After finishing speaking, she bowed and said: "Since that's the case, I will send His Highness the last trip at the end of tomorrow. There are many things in the army, so I will retire."

Lang Huai turned around and left, spitting at her back in the wind: "Who is it! Shameless like this!"

Gucheng shook her head, so many things happened these days, she is no longer the proud princess that she was back then.She said quietly: "How do you know, why does she need to look at Bengong's face? Don't forget, she is a general of the third rank, and I will ride to the youngest captain."

The next day, Tatuotu was dressed neatly, and Lang Huai was at the front, welcoming Gucheng out of the posthouse, and entered the Luoxie together.

With a relaxed expression on Tatuo Tu's face, he said softly to Lang Huai: "Captain, we are getting married today, and we can go back after a few more days of delay. This journey is thanks to you. I have grown you by 30 years. Shame."

"Master Shang Shu said," Lang Huai replied: "Many etiquettes can only be completed according to the instructions of the adults, but I can't do them well. What's more, if you talk about personal friendship, you are also my uncle. Please take back such words. , I dare not take credit for it.”

Tatuotu was very satisfied with her attitude, so he smiled even more kindly, and said: "Let's not say polite words, if we walk faster on the way back, I'm afraid we can catch up with His Majesty to go to Huaqing Palace."

Lang Huai recalled that after the winter hunt last year, she was ordered to guard the Chongming Pavilion and teach Mingda swordsmanship, so he couldn't help but curled his lips and nodded with a smile.

While speaking, Gu Cheng came out in full costume, which really dazzled all the soldiers' eyes.She wears a gold jade pendant on her head, a red wedding gown, a peony embroidered with gold silk, and various pearls and jade ornaments on her waist.Yingfeng put a cloak made of sable on her from behind to better complement her face.

This is the first time Lang Huai has looked at her so seriously—the brows are thick but thick, the cheeks are fat and pink; the cheeks are snowy, and the neck is melodious; Low Ming: "I'm sorry for the long wait, everyone."

She is really the number one beauty in Chang'an, with unparalleled style, but it is cheaper than Tubo's Zanpu.This idea, I am afraid that all the Tang people present will think like this. After a moment of dazzlement, Lang Huai thinks of Mingda - although they are sisters, if Gucheng is said to be the most beautiful peony in the world, Mingda is that Qifengchiyan Even if the lotus leaves cover the lotus leaves in the lotus pond, it is difficult to hide the romance.Her heart was soft, and she was sour from being ironed by the red sandalwood plaque.

Gucheng got on the chariot, and the team of seeing off relatives set off.This time, Tatuotu naturally rode in the middle, Lang Huai was on the right, and Lin Xian was on the left, slowly approaching Luoxiecheng.

It is very different from Chang'an's style, the logical sky is more lofty and open-minded, and Lang Huai has an illusion, as if he is closer to the sky.The Potala Palace in the distance is built on the hillside, red and white are distinct, and these Tang people who have never been here before feel a little awe.

"Why do you compare with our Hanyuan Palace?" Tatuotu waved his hand and stopped the convoy, waiting for the envoys of Tubo to formally welcome them into the city. He smiled and told Lang Huailin beside him that Lin had never been destined to enter Daming Palace, said: "Good-looking is good-looking, and mighty is mighty. It may not be as majestic as us! Anyway, I don't believe it."

Lang Huai also nodded and said, "It's just relying on the high terrain."

To their surprise, the envoy was not Meng Shen, but an unmasked Tibetan official with a respectful attitude and full etiquette.Tatuo Tuo nodded and took the documents, and after finishing the etiquette, he asked: "I don't know how your country's national teacher Meng Shen is doing? This journey has created a lot of friendship."

That man must have practiced Mandarin for a long time, and he only used it for what he needed. He stumbled a bit when answering this question: "The national teacher is sick and has taken a rest."

Tatuo Tu stopped talking and was ready to enter the city.At this time, Princess Gucheng said loudly: "Wait a minute!"

Tatuo Tu couldn't help being afraid, could it be that Princess Gucheng wanted to regret the marriage?They all turned their heads to look, only to see that Gucheng was supported by a maid, got out of the chariot, and stood facing the direction of Datang, and a cold voice came: "If I enter the palace, I will no longer be the princess of Datang." Yes. Last winter hunting, Du Wei’s sword was amazing. Although there is no Yayue today, I don’t know if I can watch it again in the evening, as a farewell to my hometown?”

Tatuo Tu and Wang Xiong who were present both went to Dongshou together, knowing that she was talking about Lang Huai.But Lin Xian didn't quite understand the reason for this remark, and was just wondering, but saw Ta Tuo Tuo looked at Lang Huai with a shy face, "Captain, this is, alas! Why do you..."

Lang Huai rode his horse forward without saying a word, walked to an open place, threw the helmet to Tao Jun, looked east at Chang'an, and after a moment of silence, he drew out his sword.

At that time, there was music, and Lang Huai danced the sword with music, amazed the world with his skills.There is no song today, but her sword weapon is becoming more and more perfect, like thunder and lightning at every turn, looking at the world with disdain, unstoppable.

Lin Xian only thought that Lang Huai was the general who knew how to fight on the battlefield, but he didn't know that the pure jun on her waist could dance with such demeanor.The sword is dignified and upright, and it is Lang Huai's understanding of life, and it is also the strength of character that gradually fades away from the rigidity of moves.

In this life, Lang Huai has never danced a sword in front of others again.Lang Duwei's sword is amazing, but it is hard to find in the world.Decades later, when Emperor Zhao was about to die, he looked at a short sword shaped like a pure Jun, and read out the famous work of Du Gongbu when he was dying.

However, the moment is too short, how can anyone be able to reconcile with things that have long been seen by no one?

After finishing the sword, Lang Huai put the sword back into its sheath, knelt down and said, "My lord, send your highness into the city respectfully!"

As soon as she knelt down, the Royal Forest Army of the escorting mission, led by Lin Xiansuo, rolled off their horses, and thousands of people shouted in unison: "Respectfully send Your Highness into the city!"

For a time, some outside the city added sorrow.Gucheng gazed at Chang'an for a long time, then slowly stepped into the chariot, no longer looking back, no longer crying.

There are always choices in life.She dared to comply with Li Qian's request, not only for her brother's sake, but also for herself.In the old Tang Dynasty, there was a female emperor who controlled the government and blessed the world.She believed in herself that she could be the empress of Tubo and live in Cong Canglanhu's place!

The appearance of the city passing by outside the curtain is the ancient simplicity and prosperity of Chang'an, but it also makes Gucheng even more ambitious.When she entered the palace where the big ceremony was held, the people who were saluting with her were slightly familiar. She squinted her eyes and thought for a moment before she recognized who it was.

Gucheng remained calm, while Cong Canglanhu looked at her all the time, showing some admiration and pity.Li Cheng, Princess Gucheng was about to leave after being led away, so she said softly: "Zanpu will be with you all the way, it's troublesome. When Zanpu returns from the banquet, you and I can continue our conversation."

Cong Canglanhu was taken aback for a moment, then laughed and said, "Okay!"