In the same night, in a courtyard somewhere on the outskirts of Beijing.

The half-closed door was gently pushed open, and Qi Hui suddenly woke up from his sleep, only to realize that he had fallen asleep lying on the table at some point.

He quickly looked up towards the door.

However, the person who came in was not the person Qi Hui wanted to see. Gao Quan, the personal attendant, came in with a bowl of ginseng soup, and carefully placed it on the table.

The light in Qi Hui's eyes faded away, and he opened his mouth to find that his voice was hoarse: "Have you found anyone yet?"

"The servants are all trying their best to search, maybe there will be news in a while." Gao Quan persuaded, "Your Highness, you have not eaten or slept for two whole days. How can your body bear it? Take some rest."

Qi Hui didn't have the heart to eat at all, as long as he thought of the three words "Le Youxia", his heart felt as if pierced by a sharp knife, and he couldn't even breathe out of the pain.

He didn't understand how this happened, two days ago, it was supposed to be the day they met in the previous life.

I had a chance to be reborn, thinking that everything could start from scratch, but Coke was flawed but never appeared as expected.

For two days and two nights, he sat beside this table with the same picture of a lotus flower as before, waiting for the person to open the door and come in, telling himself, "Your Highness, this picture is too hypocritical".

Time passed by little by little, as if every inch of my heart had died.

He sent people to search everywhere, but no one had heard of that name.

For the first time since his rebirth, Qi Hui felt flustered and at a loss.

He never thought that he would not find Le Youxia in this life, just like he never thought that the other party would stand on the edge of the cliff so resolutely and jump off.

He obviously didn't want to force him to death, he just wanted to... tie this person by his side forever, not allowing him to escape and betray.

Qi Hui grew up in the deep palace since he was a child, and the emperor favored the eldest son. It was only because Qi Zhan's blood could not succeed to the throne that the crown prince retreated and it was his turn.

However, living here is like walking on thin ice. You have to beware of the suspicion of the father, the frame of the brother, and the approach of others with ulterior motives... And the eyes of the concubine mother are full of scheming and desire, and I don't know when it started, making him unwilling. look straight at.

He also knows that he is selfish, suspicious, and gloomy, but all of these are just the necessary means to achieve great things-there is nothing wrong.

In the last life, Le Youxia appeared so easily, he walked into this room calmly, and at the same time broke into his own gloomy life, which made him understand what caring and heartbeat are, but he didn't cherish it.

My chest was congested badly, but my whole heart felt empty, the pain was burning wildly, regret and anxiety were suffocating.

He was looking forward to the reunion so intently, imagining revisiting the intimate years in the past.

If he is given another chance like this, he will definitely firmly grasp what he cherishes the most.

However, no.

Where the hell did you go?

Qu Chang's identity attracted a lot of attention. Not long after he took office, the news that the prime minister's son came to serve in the military camp quickly spread in the nearby towns.

The deserters in the barracks, the resignation of the previous head of the Cleaning Department, and the horrific saber murder case in the town have already caused panic among the people, hoping that the murderer will be arrested and brought to justice as soon as possible.

In this mood, the newly appointed lord received extra attention.

"A new official has arrived, so the higher-ups are finally paying attention to this matter. That man died on the street behind my house, scaring my whole family so much that I couldn't sleep at night!"

"If that's the case, it's a good thing. The murderer won't be able to catch it, and no one will feel at ease."

"Tch, don't be too happy too early. Officials are all virtuous. How many of them can do practical things? You don't know, the one who came is the eldest son of the prime minister, who is not even 20 years old. Listen Said that you are still a sick child. People can care about you, just mess with your seniority."

"What? How do you organize the barracks at such a young age? It's ridiculous!"

"Shh, whisper, what if someone hears you? Don't die!"

Amid such doubts, Qu Chang's mood was not affected in the slightest.

For three or four days in a row, he was raised in his tent, and only in the afternoon when the sun and the weather were good, he would go around the barracks to watch the recruits drill, and his leisurely appearance almost overwhelmed Beijing. Suburban Daying has become his other courtyard for relaxation.

After going back and forth like this, word spread among the army that the new chief was not in good health, but he was a handsome man with a handsome appearance. He liked to watch people dance with spears and practice swords most. If he practiced hard, he could even give him a smile.

All of a sudden, whenever the weather is fine and the wind is not cold, heroic figures wielding swords diligently can be seen everywhere in the barracks.

Two days later, the news that Qu Chang had been waiting for finally arrived.

——The hidden guards came to report, saying that the deserter Chen Ying had already disappeared, and was hiding in the Tiger-shaped Mountain about ten miles away.

"Tiger-shaped mountain?" Qu Chang said negatively, "If my memory is correct, it should be the place where Gyeonggi guards usually train."

"Master, I remember correctly. This Chen Ying is very obedient. His subordinates have searched all over his hometown and the residences of his relatives and friends before, but they couldn't find anyone. It was only after your suggestion that he came back to inquire and investigate nearby. Two woodcutters told him that he had gone into the mountains."

The secret guard who came to report back said: "But I'm afraid it will alarm the Jingji guard, and the subordinates are not good enough to go in and arrest people."

Qu Chang negatively smiled but said, "What are we arresting people for? This is Mr. Cao's business. I really don't believe he doesn't know about Chen Ying's whereabouts."

The secret guard silently offered incense sticks for Mr. Cao in his heart, and being watched by their young master, he will not have a good life in the future.

Sure enough, rumors quickly spread in the town.

The people all said that the deserter who killed the people in the town is now hiding in the Tiger-shaped Mountain, but Jingjiaoying didn't want to offend Jingjiwei, so he didn't send anyone to arrest him for a long time, regardless of everyone's safety.

This accusation was very serious, and it was passed into Cao Tan's ears, and he cursed angrily: "You bastard, who spread the news?!"

As early as a few days ago, he had already learned of Chen Ying's whereabouts. At that time, he ordered his subordinates to conceal the news, and planned to report directly that this person had fallen off a cliff and died in a few days. Unexpectedly, something went wrong.

The people in the room dared not speak, and after a while, someone cautiously said: "Master Cao, then we have to negotiate with Jingji Wei now, and ask them to cooperate in arresting people?"

"Absolutely not!"

Cao Tan said decisively: "Those things in Chen Ying's stomach should not be known to outsiders. If he hears my report that he is dead, he will know that he is not planning to arrest him again, so naturally he will not say anything. But if the Jingji Wei To help catch people, Chen Ying jumps over the wall in a hurry, and it will be broken if he shakes everything out."

He was almost exasperated: "Currently, Xie Jiuquan is in charge of the Gyeonggi Guard temporarily!"

The eldest son of the Xie family has a backer and a straightforward personality. Chen Ying ran away because he knew some secrets in the military camp and was afraid of being murdered. If he met Xie Jiuquan, everything would be over.

At this moment, the guard outside suddenly shouted: "Lord Cao!"

Cao Tan frowned and said, "What for?"

"Master Qu is visiting!"

Cao Tan was in a bad mood, and originally didn't want to deal with Qu Changling anymore, but due to the identity of the other party, he not only wanted to see him, but also had to see him happily.

"Come in quickly!"

As a result, Qu Chang negative entered the door, and the first thing he said was: "Master Cao, I heard that a deserter named Chen Ying in our camp has been found. It's not too late, you and I go and arrest him immediately! "

Cao Tan: "..."

He reluctantly showed a stiff smile: "I don't know... I don't know where Master Qu heard the news? If it's a rumor in the city, I'm afraid it may not be reliable."

Qu Zhang negatively said nonchalantly: "It's rare for me to encounter such a big case just after I took office. Whether it's true or not, I have to verify it myself. At most, it's just a waste of time. If Mr. Cao has any doubts, then Then I took people there alone, and it was the same."

The words "I want to make meritorious service, it's better if you don't divide credit" were written all over his face, his tone was arbitrary, and he didn't claim to be a subordinate, obviously he didn't take Cao Tan seriously at all.

Cao Tan was already irritable, but when he saw this, he became angry and said in a low voice, "Master Qu, there is no need to say too much. As a captain of the Tunqi school, I will not let my subordinates act recklessly. I know the news. , will carefully consider, you go down first."

Qu Chang negative folded his hands in his long sleeves and smiled faintly: "Lord Cao misunderstood, I'm not asking for your opinion, I'm just letting you know. It doesn't matter to me whether you agree or not."

As he spoke, he clapped his hands, and the curtain of the camp tent was lifted, and there were two rows of guards standing neatly outside, staring at Cao Tan covetously.

Qu Chang's staff were all trained and given to him by the Song family since he was a child. The number of people brought this time is not too many, but they are all elite.

In this case, if Cao Tan blocks it, the two sides may have to fight.

He was used to saying one thing in this military camp, seeing Qu Chang negative was so tough, he almost trembled with anger: "Qu Chang negative, don't bully others!"

Qu Changqing coughed twice, took some tea to moisten his throat, and then turned his head and asked, "Do you think I'm bullying others?"

Jing Qianjiang was also standing behind Qu Chang negative, very involved in role-playing, and immediately answered after hearing the words: "Master Qu is naturally relying on the power. You came to rectify the barracks under the order, and you are relying on the emperor's power."

His tone was calm and calm, but what he said was full of anger: "Your Majesty is wise, personally praised Your Excellency for being wise, thoughtful, and decisive. Naturally, it means that your decision is not wrong. If you are not deceiving, who is here?" worthy of deception?"

Cao Tan was so angry that he couldn't speak, and the other guards in the prime minister's family were shocked——

This newcomer is so clever and flattering, his meanness is no less than that of the young master!

Qu Chang took a smug smile, turned his eyes to look at Jing Qianjiang: "Well said."

He said to Cao Tan: "Master Cao, that's all I said. I will definitely catch this deserter. Go or not, it's up to you."

After finishing speaking, he put the teacup away, Zhenyi stood up and wanted to leave.

"Wait!" Cao Tan stopped him when he was about to leave the camp.

Every word of his seemed to be gritted through the gap between his teeth: "I will go with you!"

Since you can't stop this kid, you have to watch him.

Bah, if you want to catch the deserter with this body, you should just drop him to death on the way.

Jing Qianjiang also left the camp with Qu Changnegative.

Qu Chang negative turned around and saw him, and asked, "Aren't you afraid of offending Lord Cao by what you said just now?"

Jing Qianjiang said: "This subordinate is now yours, and what he thinks in his heart is how to serve adults."

"You are very smart and know the current affairs. This officer appreciates you."

Qu Chang took out something from his sleeve, took Jing Qianjiang's hand, and put it in his palm: "Work hard, I won't treat you badly in the future."

After he finished speaking, he left first. Jing Qianjiang was shaken by Qu Changnegative, and his heartbeat quickened for a while. He spread his palms and looked down.

—with a small piece of broken silver in it.

"..."

The corner of Jing Qianjiang's mouth twitched, and he could tell the seriousness after a little weighing, shaking his head and muttering: "It's less than one or two, you're stingy."

As he spoke, he smiled, tossed the small piece of silver up and down, and then put it close to his body into his bosom.

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