Mercenary Concubine

"Isn't this a golden hairpin that is unique to the royal family and only concubines on the chaise longue?"

The few people who followed Nangongchen were all from the emperor's family, and they are very familiar with the rules and regulations of the emperor's family, so they can see the origin of the golden hairpin at a glance, but...

Everyone raised their eyes to look at Nangongchen who had no expression on his face. There was no empress in his harem, and there was not even a woman of high rank. Only Concubine Qiyun who accompanied him to attend the ceremony of the saint today, the eyes of several people changed. He stared fixedly at Nangong Chen, hoping that he could give them an explanation as to why the golden hairpin belonging to the imperial concubine fell on the scene of the fire.

Nangong Che, Xuanyuan Yunfeng, and Yuwen Qingchen who rushed over after hearing the news were also dumbfounded for a moment, and their mood was extraordinarily solemn. Whether it was framed by others or Xuanyuan Qi really set the fire, things began to get complicated.

And Nangong Chen, after a brief moment of stupefaction, did not speak immediately, and forced himself to calm down. Xuanyuan Qi never wears gold hairpins, and usually wears jade hairpins or casually tie up his long hair with a hair rope, or simply leave it alone , letting her waist-length hair hang loose on her back, there is no doubt that this is someone who framed Xuanyuan Qi, but who is that person?For what purpose?Being able to come and go freely in the inn guarded by many elite soldiers must be very strong. Is he targeting Xuanyuan Qi himself, or is he targeting Nangong Chen?

One question after another crossed his mind, Nangong Chen couldn't be sure of the purpose of the person who set the fire, but he was certain that Xuanyuan Qi was definitely not the one who set the fire. This was his understanding of Xuanyuan Qi and his understanding of him. trust.

"Everyone, this is not a place to talk, and the post house can't be occupied for the time being. Please, even if I enter the palace, I will arrange a place for you in the palace first, and then I will give you a satisfactory explanation, please."

The corners of Nangong Chen's mouth were lightly raised, Nangong Chen spoke politely without breaking the emperor's chess record, but no one moved. They were all evaluating, evaluating the credibility of Nangong Chen's words. After all, Nangong Chen's doting on Xuanyuan Qi was obvious to all. There is no guarantee that he will not cover up for personal gain.

Seeing this, Nangong Che and Yuwen Qingchen both frowned and waited with bated breath for the reply from the envoys of the Three Kingdoms, while Xuanyuan Yunfeng was dumbfounded when he saw the golden hairpin, not because he doubted Xuanyuan Qi, Instead, she was worried for Xuanyuan Qi, fearing that he would become a victim of politics.

Historically, in order to stabilize the country, the emperor's family sometimes sacrificed individual concubines and nobles. It would be fine if the real murderer was found, but if he couldn't find it... Xuanyuan Yunfeng shook his head, not daring to continue thinking.

"I believe in Concubine Qiyun, which is obviously framed by someone. Please, the Lord of Nangong, must give Concubine Qiyun justice."

After a while, Dongfang Qingqing looked at Bailimer beside her, and Xuanyuanqi appeared in her mind. She was the first to sit down and express her opinion. She believed that it was absolutely impossible for such an indifferent person to do such a thing. .

"I also believe that it's not because Xiao Qi is my cousin, the county king of the White Tiger Kingdom, but because I believe that the son of God of War will not be so despicable, shameless and extremely stupid."

Bailimer, who has always been concerned about his own identity, also expressed his position, and simply pointed out the relationship between Xuanyuan Qi and him. Anyway, this is not a secret, but he is not without scruples. In a short sentence, the relationship between Xuanyuan Qi and him is False, it is true that Xuanyuan Qi is in the White Tiger Country, and his status in Bai Limo's mind is true, and it is obvious to tell others that whoever dares to disrespect Xuanyuan Qi is disrespectful to him in the White Tiger Country.

"Since the Lord Baili and the third princess have said so, the prince has nothing to say, it's all up to the Lord Nangong to arrange."

This time, Ximen Han didn't look at the guards who were closely following him, and expressed his attitude straightforwardly.

Seeing this, Nangong Chen, Nangong Che, Yuwen Qingchen and the others were half relieved for a moment, and finally found out the real arsonist, and they could truly feel completely relieved.

"Thank you three, please!"

Without further words, Nangong Chen turned his body sideways and raised his hand to signal them to go first.

"Wait, Lord Nangong, I haven't visited the Suzaku Imperial City yet. The palace is heavily guarded, so it will be inconvenient to go in and out of the palace. Anyway, General Xuanyuan's wife is my aunt. I want to live in Xuanyuanfu. .”

When everyone raised their feet, Bailimer said unexpectedly, his smiling eyes couldn't see any deep meaning.

"Well, since that's the case, I won't force the Lord of Baili, please feel free to speak up if you need anything."

Looking up at him, Nan Gongchen knew that he must be afraid that Xuanyuan and his wife would be worried, and that he would sacrifice Xuanyuan Qi in the end, so he refused to enter the palace. After all, many things are much easier to arrange outside the palace. Danfeng couldn't help but feel helpless in his eyes. Could it be that his character is so untrustworthy?

"Thank you, Lord Nangong."

After getting a satisfactory answer, Bailimo smiled slightly and stepped aside silently, but his mind was running fast.

"Master Nangong, although the deep palace is comfortable, just like what Lord Baili said, there are indeed many inconveniences. After thinking about it again and again, I still think that I will not bother Lord Nangong. I heard that the Shengping Restaurant in the Imperial City has a quiet environment. It’s no worse than a post house, I’d better go live there, it happens to be able to get together with Young Master Huangfu who lives there.”

Before Nangong greeted her again, Dongfang Qingqing also politely rejected the suggestion of staying in the palace, and she spoke so clearly that no one could find any reason to refuse, Nangongchen also nodded in agreement.

"I wonder if Prince Ximen can honor him?"

Looking at Ximen Han who was the only one who didn't speak, Nan Gongchen asked politely, but Ximen Han didn't reply him immediately, but looked at the tall guard beside him, his evil eyes narrowed slightly, if he If I remember correctly, when I was outside just now, it seemed that he was the same way, right?How can a bodyguard let the prince of a country ask for his opinion?Moreover, he was also the one who found the golden hairpin. Is it really such a coincidence?There were countless question marks rolling in his mind, but Nangong Chen didn't show anything on his face, and secretly remembered everything in his heart.

Of course, Nangong Chen could find out that something was wrong with Ximen Han, and Bai Limo and others could also find out, but everyone didn't seem to notice it, and didn't point it out, quietly waiting for Ximen Han's reply.

"Master Nangong, thank you very much for your invitation. It is the first time for this prince to leave Xuanwu Kingdom. Previously, Young Master Huangfu had some misunderstandings with his father. It happens that he lives in Shengping Restaurant now. This prince wants to try to reconcile one or two in the middle. Don't bother the Lord Nangong anymore."

What Ximenhan said was not unreasonable, and he didn't mind spreading the unhappiness between Emperor Xuanwu and Huangfujue, and there was no room for Nangongchen to refuse.

"Since that's the case, I won't force it. Regarding the fire, I will definitely give you an explanation before you go back. If there is any inconvenience outside the palace, just say it clearly, and I will do everything."

Of course, Nangongchen didn't think about rejecting them, it would be better not to stay in the palace, so why not do it?

"Come here, pack up the Shengping Restaurant, remove everyone except Young Master Huangfu, arrange carriages and soldiers, and escort the third princess and Prince Ximen to the Shengping Restaurant, don't neglect."

"Yes"

Xuanyuan Yunfeng, who had already recovered, took his orders and left. He chose to believe in his son again, and in his son's choice.

"Then I won't bother the Lord Nangong, so I will leave."

Dongfang Qingqing nodded with Bailimer, Nangongchen and others, and left with her people first.

"My prince will also leave with the third princess. Lord Nangong, Lord Baili, Lord Che, High Priest, farewell!"

Afterwards, Ximen Han also left with his people.

Watching their figures disappear from sight, the politeness on Nangong Chen's face disappeared leisurely, replaced by the usual evil smile, with an imperceptible viciousness in his eyes.

"Looks like I'm redundant too, Miao, pack up, let's go to my aunt's house."

With a carefree tone, not at all like an emperor, Bai Limo ordered the guards behind him, and walked away on his own.

"Wait, Lord Baili."

When he crossed the pole of Nangong Chen, Nangong Chen called out to him, and Bai Limo crossed his hands behind his head and turned to look at him.

"Thank you, Lord Baili today, please tell General Xuanyuan on my behalf, you are not joking."

Facing Bailimer's seemingly idle but shrewd eyes, Nangongchen assured him seriously that they all knew clearly that if it weren't for Xuanyuan Qi being Bailimer's cousin today, Bailimer would never be like this easy to talk.

"hope so"

After quietly looking at him, knowing that there was nothing wrong with his eyes other than firmness, Bai Limo curled his lips, reluctantly left four words, and stepped away.

No one saw it. When Bailimo turned around, the idleness in his eyes disappeared in an instant. He was serious and serious. The royal family of Baihu Kingdom is different from other countries. Their heirs are weak and they attach great importance to family affection. To marry Xuanyuan Yunfeng, God of War, his grandpa, Bailiyu's own father, would never let her marry that far. Therefore, since he was sensible, the grandpa told him that he has a very willful aunt, When he grows up little by little, apart from practicing magic, he also learns the art of the emperor. The boring magic fire makes him envy his aunt from the bottom of his heart, and Xuanyuan Qi himself on the plane also arouses his strong interest, that's why he started playing after seeing Xuanyuan Qi once. I accepted him in my heart and defended him everywhere.

"Che, I will leave the matter here to you. Tell me immediately if there is any latest progress, Qingchen, the rite of the saint will continue tomorrow, and you should go back and rest first."

Until everyone left, only the three of them were left among the broken bricks, Nangong Chen no longer concealed the anger in his heart, Xie Mei's eyes were filled with raging anger, if the incident itself was only aimed at him, he might still be able to give the arsonist Leaving a whole body, but the mistake was that he shouldn't have Dong Xuanyuanqi, no matter who touched Xuanyuanqi, he would make his life worse than death.

"Chen, you... I'll go back first."

In the end, Yuwen Qingchen still didn't say anything, and summoned the golden-winged roc from the space, sat on it and left.

"Chen, if you can, don't hurt Qingchen too deeply."

Looking up at the white figure fading away in the sky, Nangong Che asked in a low voice.

"You think I'm willing?"

Glancing lightly at his younger brother, Nan Gongchen stepped into the void and left in a depressed mood.

"What if he did something wrong?"

After a long time, Nangong Che murmured softly, with obvious struggle and pain in his eyes, why did they, who are closer than brothers, come to this point?