Sheng Shi Merciful Light

The king of Chu moved into his new home, invited his relatives and friends to have a dinner, and officially posted a post to Emperor Deguang. The matter was not concealed for a long time, but it was not long before Concubine Xie found out about it, and naturally it was brainwashed again.But Emperor Deguang found it unpleasant no matter what he heard, and he couldn't convince his biological mother, so he had no choice but to bear it.

Fortunately, Emperor Deguang cold-hearted Concubine Xie Xian a few times, which made her calm down a lot, and her ears were quiet. When she saw Emperor Deguang, she didn't dare to say directly, "How about the king of Chu...", "Why didn't you let me be the queen?" ...", instead adopting a roundabout policy, constantly praising his two sons, and often recruiting his sons to show his sense of existence and filial piety in front of Emperor Deguang.

Emperor Deguang suffered a lot because he was not valued by his father when he was young. He loved the two sons born to Concubine Xie Xian very much. The second son went hunting and outing in the palace.

The relationship between father and son is very good.

Concubine Xie Xian gave birth to two sons, one named Mu Qi at the age of nine and the other named Mu Yu at the age of six. Because of their good genetics, it goes without saying that they are beautiful, their brains are active, their mouths are sweet, and they are very popular with Emperor Deguang.Before Concubine Xie encouraged Emperor Deguang to abolish Empress Mei and make Xie Wan his empress. Although Emperor Deguang knew it was inappropriate, he agreed for the sake of these two sons.

Mu Qi's temperament is Xiao's father, young and mature, after being instructed by his father, he thinks on his own.And Mu Yu was lively and active, very clever, because he was only six years old, not long after enlightenment, Emperor Deguang was not too strict with this young son.

Mu Yu grabbed Emperor Deguang's sleeve, his beautiful big eyes flickering: "Father, isn't Uncle Chu's new palace very beautiful?"

Emperor Deguang had been to Yuanshou Palace, and the garden expert's palace was quite beautiful. He didn't realize that the corners of his mouth were slightly raised, and his expression became extremely gentle, saying: "Naturally it is beautiful."

"Then Father will also take me to Uncle Wang's house to play, okay?" The youngest son Mu Yu's soft voice still had a milky sound.

The eldest son, Mu Qi, looked pale, and pulled Mu Yu anxiously.

Emperor Deguang couldn't bear his youngest son's acting like a baby at first, but now he became alert, squinted his eyes slightly, and deliberately softened his voice and asked, "How did Yuer know that Father Emperor is going to play at your Uncle Chu's house?"

"Grandma and the others said."

"What else did they say?" Mu Zhan asked.

Mu Qi pulled his brother again.

Mu Xun's sharp eyes glanced at Mu Qi's hand, and Mu Qi's hand had the illusion of being pricked by a needle, and he retracted his hand reflexively.

The royal father's majesty grew stronger and stronger, and he dared not do it again.

But Mu Yu is a favored child, still holding his father's hand with a playful smile, innocent and big-eyed like a deer: "Is Uncle Chu very fierce? Will he really catch me and eat me?"

Emperor Deguang frowned, and was about to answer... Mu Yu straightened his chest, "I'm not afraid. I'm young now, and I have my father protecting me. When I grow up, I will protect my father."

Emperor Deguang didn't know whether to cry or laugh, so he patted his youngest son's head lovingly: "Don't listen to people's nonsense, you Chu Wangshu is a good person, the gentlest and most caring person in the world, and he also likes children, so he won't hurt you. Yours. It’s just that your Uncle Wang has just moved into his new home, and it’s still a little messy. After a while, Emperor Father will take you to visit Uncle Chu Wang, understand?”

Mu Yu's face was a little disappointed, but he still responded obediently: "Got it."

Emperor Deguang coaxed Mu Yu to go out to play, and then looked at his eldest son, Mu Qi.

Mu Qi was at a loss, and slowly lowered his head under his father's scrutinizing gaze.

Emperor Deguang said solemnly: "Raise your head up!"

Mu Qi looked up.

Emperor Deguang looked solemn, and asked his eldest son, "Why were you nervous when your younger brother spoke just now?"

Mu Qi pursed his mouth into a line and didn't speak.

Emperor Deguang wanted to lose his temper, but his eldest son was raised by him since he was a child. His temper was the most like his own, gentle and polite, sensible and obedient, but he was not without temper.Emperor Deguang didn't want to crush his child, so he softened his tone and said in a persuasive manner: "Qi'er, you are my eldest son, and you have grown up. In the future..." Mu Zhan thought about the impermanence of the world, so he didn't speak clearly , only said, "Father has high expectations of you, so you should not only understand the truths that Father taught you, but also keep them in mind, you know?"

Mu Qi raised his eyes, his clear eyes were full of trust and admiration, and he looked at his father seriously.

Emperor Deguang was softened by this look, and touched his eldest son's head affectionately: "Qi'er, there is not only one side of the world. What we see with our own eyes and what we hear with our own ears is only part of it. Regarding your Uncle Chu, you are a man. , What the father said to Yuer is different from others, you may have doubts. As the saying goes, "Listen to both, you will be clear, but you will be dark." It is also a good thing to have doubts, because no one can be trusted, and you have to listen to multiple opinions to have more accurate judgment."

Mu Qi nodded: "Father, I will remember."

Emperor Deguang smiled a little more relaxed, and continued: "In addition, the relationship between the father and your Uncle Chu, as a party involved, what you say is more credible than others, right?"

Mu Qi thought about it and nodded. This is indeed the truth.

Emperor Deguang took a big turn to persuasion, and then pointed out the main idea: "Then, father and you are very close brothers. The rumors from the outside world will not affect the friendship between us."

Mu Qi looked puzzled... No matter how young and mature he was, he was only nine years old, so he blurted out impulsively, "Father, if that's the case, why don't you dare to take your second brother to Uncle Chu's house?"

Mu Zhan: "..."

So what... the child's heart is clean, and he can always see through the essence.

Mu Qi knew that he had said something wrong, but seeing that his father had no words to refute, his eyes dimmed—in the eyes of the child, the father was always tall and mighty, and could not be defeated.If one day, the child finds out that his father is actually not strong...

Less disgust, more distress.

Human nature.

Mu Qi felt distressed, secretly thinking about his younger brother's words - when he grows up in the future, he must protect his father.

……

After a long time, Emperor Deguang sighed and patted Mu Qi's head: "It's not that Father is afraid, but there are some things that Father doesn't know how to explain to you." Brother's pain, trying to bring down the prince?

Emperor Deguang could only say: "My father was sorry for your Uncle Chu first, because he was afraid of him, and he was just afraid of hurting his heart again. Now you, Uncle Chu, are willing to let go of the past and invite me to the banquet. Forgive me and want to make peace with my brother."

"Really?" Mu Qi's eyes were like lit up stars.

Emperor Deguang looked funny, and squeezed the eldest son's shoulder: "That's it. Besides, regardless of the past grievances between me and your Uncle Chu, you just need to understand that whether it is about personal friendship or for the whole country, I You and Uncle Chu must be in harmony, understand?"

Mu Qi actually didn't understand, but still nodded, planning to think about it for himself.

Emperor Deguang naturally understood the eldest son's little thoughts, and reluctantly showed a gentle smile: "It doesn't matter if you don't understand now, you just need to remember what the father said." After finishing speaking, he patted his son's little shoulder again, "Your homework is done very well. Okay, let's go play for a while too..." He reminded again, "There is no one around me, take good care of my younger brother."

Mu Qi promised to walk out the door, then turned back to look at Mu Zhan, hesitated for a moment, as if making up his mind, and said: "Father, although I don't understand... but I can understand you, because... I also want to be in harmony with my brother all the time." down."

Emperor Deguang was stunned for a moment, then smiled in an instant, smiling so relieved that the ice and snow melted.

"Just understand, let's play." He waved lovingly.

Mu Qi showed a happy smile of "I'm so happy to be praised", and ran to play with his brother.

……

At dusk, when Mu Qi took Mu Yu, who was tired from playing, to pay his respects to his grandmother, he heard Concubine Xie laughing wantonly, and said to others while laughing: "Isn't it retribution? Take him."

The gloating tone was completely different from the usual kindness when seeing his grandson.Mu Qi thought to himself: If it's like what my father said - "There is not only one side to the world."

Concubine Xie Xian was also there, and Jiao Didi smiled and said: "No, I don't know who has such a big hatred against him, and arranged a dozen dead men to assassinate him in the downtown area, and took his life. Can you save him from the gate of hell? Haha..."

Because of the ominousness in his words, Mu Yu's eyes were full of fear and worry, and he asked Mu Qi in a low voice, "Brother, what happened to Uncle Chu?"

Mu Qi pretended to be calm, but trembled all over, his face was pale, he didn't know why he didn't want to go in to pay his respects, he just squeezed his younger brother's hand and pulled him out, ignoring someone chasing and calling him.

Mu Yu's short legs couldn't keep up, and he almost fell several times... The atmosphere was eerie and frightening, which made the six-year-old boy even more frightened.

Mu Qi took his younger brother back to his bedroom, turned away the others, and then softly comforted and exhorted: "It's okay, don't ask about anything about Uncle Chu in the future, let alone mention it to the emperor, you know?"

Mu Yu's intuition was wrong, he had always listened to his brother, and seeing his serious expression, he nodded obediently.

Mu Qi knew that his ugly face scared his younger brother, so he quickly calmed down and showed a smiling face, touched his younger brother's head, hugged him in his arms and patted him gently: "Second brother, I am doing it for your own good, I only hope that you... will never understand These are good..."

The adult's world is so complicated, so... It makes people feel uneasy, like a gray barren land full of thorns.

Why, the concubine mother always urges herself to grow up quickly?

Ugh……

Back in time.

At noon that day, Mu Ci bid farewell to his uncle, took a star chasing car back to Prince Chu's Mansion, passed by Mingli Street, and was stopped by shopkeeper Tong when he passed by Taihe Building.

After questioning Jin Yiwei, Fang replied to Mu Ci: "The shopkeeper of Taihe Building is on guard at the intersection every day, saying that their boss wants to thank you in person for teaching you the secret method of cooking."

"Who is their boss?" Mu Ci asked.

Le Shu accompanied Mu Ci in the car. He memorized any information and relationship network that might be related to Mu Ci, and he replied: "The owner of Taihe Building is named Liu, who was once an official to the second rank. Shang Shulang, when he was old, he was promoted to be a grand scholar of Guanwendian."

Le Shu has a photographic memory. If he hadn't been the son of a criminal official who was sold into slavery, he would have taken the imperial examination and been on the list with his outstanding literary talent and insight into world affairs.Coupled with his outstanding appearance, he might be able to win the crown of Tanhua Lang.

Mu Ci became slightly interested. As a high-spirited university student, he would not normally go into business, let alone open a restaurant. It can be seen that the Liu university student is an outlier, or a big foodie.

Le Shu smiled softly and said: "Scholar Liu has a very good reputation as an official, honest and upright, but he is a little delicious. If you are not busy, you can meet with him." By the way, it is also pleasant to discuss things that can be discussed by foodies.

Mu Ci glanced at Le Shu who was smiling slightly mischievously: "You know Xueshi Liu?"

Le Shu nodded generously: "Nothing can be hidden from my master's piercing eyes. Back then, my father and grandfather were convicted and punished because of Liu Xueshi's exposure. But my father and grandfather deserved what they deserved, and there is no forgiveness. Only my grandmother and I can't escape. Unexpectedly, it was Xueshi Liu who spoke uprightly, saying that the old mother is innocent and the child is ignorant, and he tried his best to protect us, so the late emperor spared us the death penalty and only sold the officials into slaves."

Mu Ci asked: "You have no complaints?"

"My father and grandfather didn't hold grievances, or they didn't have any enmity. How can there be any resentment? My real name is not Ashu, but my grandmother changed it later. It's not that I want to forgive others, but that I am grateful for the kindness of others and forgiving us." Le Shu With an elegant smile and open eyes, she straightened Mu Ci's clothes with dexterous fingers.

"That's right. If everyone in the world understands righteousness like your grandmother, there will be fewer grudges and troubles in this world." Mu Ci said.

Only such a transparent grandmother can teach a transparent and excellent child like Leshu.Mu Ci stretched her neck for Le Shu to tidy up, and got out of the car.

Le Shu got out of the car, and smiled at Mu Ci with a gentle smile, expressing tenderness from the corners of his brows and eyes: "My grandmother also praised you for being righteous. Let me follow you with peace of mind. It must be good. Let me express my gratitude to you."

Mu Ci knew that Le Shu thanked him because he gave Le Shu the status of a free man, so Le Shu could take his grandmother out of slavery and regain a new life.He nodded to Le Shu: "You are very good, she raised a good child."

Le Shu made a thank you ancient ceremony, his movements were smooth and beautiful, and he said: "Thank you for your compliment, Your Highness, I will go to visit my grandmother on vacation later, she said that you praised me and her, she must be very happy."

Mu Ci nodded and said sincerely: "Whenever you are free, please invite the old lady to visit the garden in the mansion."

"Okay, she loves gardening the most, she must be happy." Le Shu didn't refuse.

……

Bachelor Liu is in his 60s, with gray hair and well-dressed clothes, not too gorgeous. He has the noble demeanor of a modest gentleman unique to literati, and because of his righteousness in his chest, his face is correct and kind, and his eyes are clear.

Without mentioning the courtesy, Master Liu expressed his gratitude, and then invited Mu Ci to comment on several dishes he had newly researched.

Mu Ci didn't refuse. Although he ate the main meal at his aunt's house, he didn't eat much, so he didn't mind adding another meal.After tasting it, I found that some stir-fried dishes tasted really good, so I ate a few more bites.

Le Shu wished that Mu Ci would eat more, and even more attentively cooperated with Liu Dashi to comment on the dishes.

Mu Ci has a broad mind and correct outlook, but she is also free and open, unlike other people who think that it is wrong for a bachelor to like cooking—everyone has the right to enjoy delicious food and enjoy life.

Because of this attitude, Grand Master Liu introduced Mu Ci as his confidant, and they hated seeing each other later.

Mu Ci didn't hide his secrets, and called Lao Guo, who was in charge of the spoon, to give some pointers, and said: "Qin Shan, the imperial cook in my mansion, is also a lover of food and can cook. If you are free, you can go to Qin Shan and communicate with each other. , each adopts their own strengths."

Bachelor Liu hurriedly declined: "Your family is busy with affairs, so I dare not disturb you."

Mu Ci said indifferently: "It's okay, there is communication to improve, and Qin Shan's cooking is better, which is also good for me."

Le Shu also chimed in: "Our Highness invites you sincerely, not out of politeness. The bachelor has declined." Looking at Mu Ci again, with a hint of anger in his spring-like smile, he gave Mu Ci another dish with chopsticks. "My lord, you can be picky. I really hope that someone can make delicious food that can only be found in the Tiangong, so that our lord can eat one more bite."

Mu Ciyun glanced at Le Shu lightly, and took the dish into his mouth leisurely.

University scholar Liu observed that Mu's face and demeanor were not as moody and ruthless as rumored by the outside world.At least he is very tolerant and pleasant to those around him.

He was less restrained and more relaxed.Taking another look at Le Shu, he saw a gentle smile, stretched brows, and a pair of beautiful Ruifeng eyes shining like stars.Knowing that Le Shu is also at ease now, he thought to himself: A Shu has excellent qualifications, it is not difficult to be a young champion, and he is very human, but it is a pity that he was implicated as a slave.Now that I have a good master, I will definitely not be buried in the future.

Senior Madam Liu was very pleased, looked at the two juniors in front of him lovingly, and laughed: "Then I'd rather be respectful than obedient."

Mu Ci doesn't like to say polite words, and Le Shu responds impeccably.

……

By the time Mu Ci came out of Taihe Tower, it was already halfway through the afternoon.But today he just moved back to Prince Chu's mansion, he doesn't have any important business, even if he steals half a day off, it doesn't delay things.

A group of people walked slowly along Mingli Street and entered the imperial city.

Le Shu was with him in the carriage, and couldn't help smiling when he saw Mu Ci.He has been carrying the burden of being the son of a criminal since he was a child, and now seeing his old man, he has been affirmed, and he feels like "returning to his hometown", elated, and he is in a very good mood.

All of this was given to him by Mu Ci.

Mu Ci said lightly: "You always smile like this, isn't your face sore?"

Le Shu was always outspoken in front of Mu Ci, and said with a smile: "Looking at Master, I am happy and want to laugh. It is the joy from the heart, and my face does not feel sore."

"Your mouth is so sweet." Even Mu Ci, who has little ability to touch his heart, also felt that these words were pleasing to his ears.

"It's the truth."

Le Shu smiled more happily, because of his exquisite appearance and good temperament, the beautiful jade that seemed to be polished and began to emit light slowly, his eyes sparkled even more when he smiled... He is really a handsome young man with both talents and looks.

Mu Ci felt that it would be good to leave Heshun to study in the palace and take this young man by his side to serve him.

At least the eyes and ears are comfortable, and the body and mind are pleasant enough.

Seeing that Mu Ci didn't answer, Le Shu knew that Mu Ci didn't like wasting time on meaningless chatter, so he smiled and asked, "Please forgive me, I'm so happy, don't think I'm noisy."

"It's okay, I'm too lazy to socialize, it's better if you can listen to what you say, and you'll do everything for the scene in the future," Mu Ci said.The right people need to be placed in the right place to play a greater role.

Le Shu frowned: "Okay, as long as the Lord doesn't dislike me."

Mu Ci smiled lightly again: "However, since Ziren is back, you should restrain your words. My family is very jealous, and he likes to bear it in his heart. I'm afraid it will spoil him."

Le Shu's eyes kept moving, but his expression was more serious: "I know, the king of the county is by your side, and I rarely talk."

Mu Ci came to a sudden: "I said why you can't stop talking today... It turns out that you have been too patient these days."

Leshu: "..."

He was stunned, really, only to find out that Mu Ci can still... tell jokes?

It's just that the joke is so cold!

Le Shu was in a daze, and the corners of his mouth still maintained a habitual smile...Suddenly, Mu Ci rushed towards him, and a strong force overwhelmed him, making the world spin...He found himself being crushed by Mu Ci.

"Master?" A smile froze at the corner of Le Shu's mouth...

He knew that Mu Ci definitely didn't want to mislead him, so... what happened?

The sound of the arrows piercing through the air became clearer, and Jin Yiwei quickly gave orders, drawing their swords, the sound of the bowstring flicking, mixed with the exclamations of passers-by...

Mu Ci yelled out: "Don't hurt the common people!"

"Yes!" Cang Yu answered outside.

"Master!" Le Shu stared in horror at the blood that had turned black from Mu Ci's arm, and then looked at the arrow nailed to the wall of the car that brushed against his arm, flashing a cold blue light.

poisonous!