Hotaru [The Tale of Genji]

By the time His Royal Highness Ying returned to the palace, it was almost the end of March.At this time, everyone began to prepare for the New Year's Sunflower Festival.Besides, His Majesty Suzaku hasn't seen him since Shuai Palace took a leave of absence for Buddhist affairs.It is absolutely impossible if there is no worry in your heart.But for some unknown reason, both of them were unwilling to bow their heads like the other.It's embarrassing that two people who miss each other can't see each other even though they are only separated by a palace wall.

The daughter of Chengxiang Palace was ill, and Suzaku took this opportunity to write a letter to Yingying.I looked left and right, but I got a few replies of "everything is fine, don't read it".Several times, Suzaku wanted to use pen and ink to explain the strange relationship between the two of them at this time, but it was more difficult to bring up the pen than to speak.Memories of getting along and knowing each other for more than ten years are like tides, and it seems wrong to speak from any place.Just because this world is unique, it is impossible to find another person.

At the court meeting this day, His Majesty sat on the throne, looking absent-minded.Several ministers saw that His Majesty had no intention of coming here, so they didn't stay any longer and left one after another.They are very used to such a scene.However, once, several important ministers discussed state affairs with His Majesty, and one of them just finished expressing his opinion, His Majesty answered very naturally: "Yingying, what do you think?"

The voice fell, but there was no echo from the front—the disappointment on His Majesty's face couldn't be hidden anymore.All the courtiers in the court couldn't help feeling the friendship between the two, and once again realized that His Majesty Shuai Palace is His Majesty's right-hand man, and they are inseparable.

After seeing off several ministers, Suzaku felt very bored and had nothing to do.Those elegant things about piano, chess, calligraphy and painting are very boring if there is no one to accompany them.If there is no one to share a wonderful book, you will not be able to finish reading it for a few days.Suzaku tossed the book in his hand aside, leaned on one side, and heard the sound of the bamboo curtains sweeping across the floor, slowly and softly.

Being alone like this, Suzaku didn't know if he was asleep or awake.Until a maid came in quietly and reported that Shuai Palace was coming back to the palace.

He straightened up abruptly, with surprise hidden in his tone, "Really?"

"Yes, Your Majesty. He said he got out of the car and came this way."

"Okay, okay——" Suzaku sighed repeatedly, and didn't know what to say, so she ordered the maid to tidy up and greet her.After a little tidying up, I sat by the side and waited for Yingying to arrive.

The distance from the city gate to Qingliang Hall is close or far.It's just that there was a slight noise outside, and Suzaku couldn't help but look around, and then retracted and waited.

After a while, there were footsteps and the sound of clothes dragging on the ground.A tall figure followed the person to the curtain, the second maid opened the rolled bamboo curtain, and he walked in with his head bowed.

Seeing this person, Suzaku felt relieved, and the tense emotions gradually became more relaxed like ice melted into water.

"firefly……"

The visitor raised his head and smiled at him, walked up to Suzaku and performed a simple courtesy, "I have seen Your Majesty."

For nearly half a month, I have been thinking about it every day, but now I don't have so many polite things to say when I see you—as if you often meet each other on weekdays.Suzaku's slightly holding breath also loosened.

I haven't seen him for a few days, but the temperament under the handsome palace is more relaxed and open than before.It seemed that all the things that had troubled and bound him had been resolved, making it even more difficult for people to look away.

Suzaku was dumbfounded, and after realizing it, he looked around carefully, and sighed worriedly: "It seems to have lost some weight."

Watching Suzaku's expression, Yingying felt relieved when he saw him relax, and replied with a smile, "No, my mother said that I am taller."

"It's too high..." Suzaku nodded, and asked again: "Is Your Royal Highness the daughter of Chengxiang Palace safe?"

"It's already done, otherwise I won't be worried about returning to the palace."

"That's good."

Suzaku is the mother who really cares about Yingying. He respects this woman and admires her independence.It is also because she occasionally treats herself and Yingying equally, which makes Suzaku feel what kind of warm and loving communication between mother and child should be.

Her Highness Ying is also grateful for Suzaku's concern.Although it never showed on his face, there was always tenderness that couldn't be hidden in those focused eyes.He wanted to restrain his emotions, not to be so obvious.But when he saw Suzaku, he couldn't help but stare at him alone.

Suzaku is not alone in wanting to see someone quickly.

After asking a few more words from other people, the two of them gradually became quiet.That kind of subtle shyness and embarrassment came to His Majesty's heart again, he could not ask the question: how are you these few days?It's obviously a normal concern between brothers, but thinking about it now, it's extremely awkward.This is also really strange, His Majesty Suzaku never felt that there was anything wrong with asking Mr. Genji this way.

Seeing Suzaku's uncomfortable look, Ying lowered her eyes, then raised the corners of her mouth, "You asked me so much just now, it's time for me to ask."

Suzaku didn't understand, "What... do you want to ask?"

Hotaru bent down and moved closer, raising her eyes.With a very docile as if tamed posture, her beautiful eyes looked at His Majesty tenderly, "Naturally I want to ask you, how have you been lately... But, have you thought of me?"

Suzaku was so startled that he fell backwards, his words were vaguely ambiguous, and finally ignited the barrier that had separated them for many days.This made him unavoidable, and his whole body fell into Yingying's eyes.His fair face instantly turned red, stained with a cherry color, and had a gorgeous taste.

"I...Zhen, I..." Suzaku spoke incoherently, completely forgetting that he could not have answered this question.

Seeing this, Hotaru didn't say anything more. The way he kept his posture but looked away looked particularly sad and disappointed.Suzaku felt a thorn in his heart, softening his heart that had been hardened so hard, and sighed in a very small voice, "Of course I miss you..."

"What kind of concern is it?" Firefly asked.

Suzaku's heartbeat became more and more violent, and he only regretted why he was so anxious to see him just now, so he replied dryly, "It should be a concern between brothers."

His Majesty Shuai turned around after hearing the words, and said in a very serious tone: "It would be nice if you cared about me, I thought Suzaku despised me last time."

"How could it be?" Suzaku was very weak, wanted to explain but found it difficult to speak, and finally just whispered, "If that's the case, I wouldn't have written to you either."

"Ah."

Shuai Gong responded, but he didn't comment, and he didn't know whether he took it to heart or not.Suzaku felt his face was hot, and his whole body was steaming.Seeing His Royal Highness Ying's half silhouette so quiet and beautiful, he was a little obsessed, and reminded himself not to be taken away by him.

Suzaku coughed softly, and adjusted his tone, "It's another annual sunflower festival, and I need a new look after I've been in power..."

"Does Your Majesty have any orders?"

"This year's envoy, I want you to be the envoy."

A few ministers were here just now to discuss this matter.Although some people also proposed that Genji Gongzi continue to take on such a responsibility, but considering that he has a delicate relationship with the left minister of the original Yue family.He is in the position of general, but he was also conferred by Tonghuyuan when he was in power. Since the new emperor ascended the throne, he will no longer be promoted.

Moreover, who doesn't know that the brother most trusted by the new emperor in the court is the handsome palace, even if there were rumors that the new emperor and the handsome palace had a disagreement before.But after some time, those with eyes should realize that they were deceived.Compared with the same person, the same two princes, the weight is not the same.

As for the minister on the right, he has long been dissatisfied with the appointment of Genji as the emissary during the Suzaku Kui Festival, and has repeatedly proposed to replace the candidate.Minister Zuo didn't even make a sound to fight.

So when the minister proposed that Mr. Genji pass the decree, he found that no one else echoed it.The expression of His Majesty above did not agree easily, and he immediately turned his mouth and said seriously: "...But, I still feel that it is most appropriate for the handsome palace to come down to take charge of this matter."

Of course, these words were in response to Suzaku's wishes.Whether in public or private, he wants to choose Yingying to convey his will.That year, he took Yingying out of the palace to watch the sunflower festival performance, holding the warm body of the baby in his arms and jokingly said: "When Yingying wears this dress in the future, it will be more chic and appropriate."

The joke at that time has long been a wish buried in Suzaku for many years, and it has become stronger and stronger with age.The old and the new are changing, and out of a stable mentality, he does not dare to act rashly.And as the new emperor's throne becomes more and more secure, it is time to realize this wish.

The will of praying to heaven and earth is given to the gods by the closest and most trusted people around me.

Be worthy of my heart of being a master.

When Suzaku expressed his wish, he looked expectantly at His Highness Ying, hoping that he would agree quickly.In fact, Suzaku could have given the decree directly, but he still stubbornly hoped to hear Yingying's agreement.

The one who knows Suzaku is like a handsome palace, how can he not understand the wish of the person in front of him?Hotaru, who never disappoints Suzaku, nodded, and agreed straightforwardly.Suzaku was very happy with such a quick and crisp action, and could not hide that joyful smile no matter what.

"This is my wish for many years, and now that it has come true, I should celebrate it!"

"But want to drink?"

When Yingying said this, Suzaku was very excited, but it was very difficult to think that there were still many government affairs to be dealt with in the afternoon.Yingying smiled, turned around and ordered the maid who was guarding outside to fetch wine.Turning to Suzaku, he said, "Don't worry, I'll help you when the time comes, so it won't be too much trouble."

"Exactly!" Suzaku clapped yes.In the past half month without Shuai Gong to help him with government affairs, Suzaku really felt a bit strenuous.This made him miss Ying even more.However, he would not tell Yingying these words.

The maids quickly fetched the wine, arranged it quickly, and retreated quietly.His Majesty took the jug, sniffed it lightly on his nose, and said with a smile, "It's just good wine, you like it." After speaking, he filled the wine cup for Prince Ying, and poured it for himself.Take it up, drink it in one gulp, and feel the aftertaste.

Prince Ying shook the wine cup and was not in a hurry to drink, but put it in front of his nose to smell the wine carefully.

"Suzaku..."

"Ok?"

"Do you still remember that you owed me a reward?"

"It seems that there is such a thing."

"If this sunflower festival is successful, how about you giving me another reward?"

"If it is a complete success, it should be rewarded, and there is no need to ask for it. What do you want?"

"Don't worry, I'll tell you after the sunflower festival is over."

"Alright."

Yingying brows brightly, with a smile in her eyes.He looked at Suzaku and his beautiful face, and swallowed the contents of the cup one by one.

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Ah, my brother's daily life...

You don't even leave a message if you are cute, this baby will have a little emotion.