A traitor

The sound of silk strings sounded in the boat, like trickling water, echoing in the silent night sky.

The qin art of the romantic talent Sun Zizhong is naturally different from others. The graceful qin sound immediately attracts people's attention. Even a martial artist like Li Ji calms down in the sound of the qin, sitting on the railing and looking up at the bright moon in the sky. Drinking wine slowly.

There are even a few girls standing on the bow of their own boat, watching their boat, with infinite joy in their shy and timid expressions.

"Zizhong's piano skills have always been good, but he's not as good at playing the flute as I am."

Su Qinglang turned around, avoiding Mei Liusheng's gaze, and said this sentence in a neutral manner.

Mei Liusheng nodded slightly, and after a while, he said, "Did you change the subject on purpose? My question made you embarrassed?"

Su Qinglang glanced at him upon hearing this, and replied: "No, but..."

He paused, sighed again, and said helplessly: "You know, my marriage and love affairs have always been very bumpy. Those girls in the past were all dead, making everyone think that I am the evil star who kills my wife. Until now I am very old, which man does not want to marry a wife and have children, and start a family early?

Erniang was so worried about this matter all day long, if she took this opportunity to find a daughter-in-law for her, it would be a wish of hers. "

As he said that, he gave Mei Liusheng an angry look: "Do you have to tell me about such a shameful thing?"

Mei Liusheng smiled slightly, he paused, and said again: "It's my fault, but do you really think so?"

Su Qinglang fell silent for a long time, then shrugged his shoulders, and finally compromised: "Well, Mrs. Jia saw that I was not married yet, and enthusiastically introduced his niece to me, and the Prime Minister intervened, I can't think of it It's all gone."

Mei Liusheng snorted softly, half jokingly said: "I didn't expect that there would be such benefits in doing things for Mr. Xiang. You don't have to worry about marriage..."

His gaze inadvertently passed over Su Qinglang who was standing beside him, and his eyes paused for an instant. He saw Su Qinglang with his hands behind his back, one foot raised slightly, his body slightly sideways, swaying here and there, trying to control his balance, snow white His short boots were clean and flawless, and while playing around, his every move was still full of youthful appearance.

He was stunned, and time seemed to turn back, back to the time they used to be.

He was lying on the tree reading a book, while Su Qinglang was standing under the tree waiting for someone, with his hands behind his back, jumping and jumping, tirelessly stepping on his own shadow back and forth.

The most common and trivial things, but he remembered them deeply for a long time. He admitted that in his twenty years of life, Su Qinglang was the most beautiful person he had ever seen.

This kind of beauty does not only refer to the beauty of a man, but also a feeling of comfort and clarity, just like now.

Even after many years, even if things are different, when facing Su Qinglang, he can still easily think of that bright and dazzling young man who was spotless in his world.

Is this nostalgia?Maybe.

He has been away from this ancient city of Chang'an for too long, so long that many memories have become blurred, and those innocuous bits and pieces have become blank under the washing of the years, and the rest is the deep suffering in his heart living hatred.Other than that, the only good thing he can remember is Su Qinglang.

Even for Su Qinglang, he is a vague and distant existence, almost legendary.

Even when he was looking at Su Qinglang, Su Qinglang's eyes at that time were looking at the person who was about to walk towards him.

"Do...what?"

Seeing him staring at him without blinking, Su Qinglang was a little puzzled, and waved his hand in front of his eyes.

Mei Liusheng came back to his senses immediately, he turned his eyes away, remained silent for a moment, and then asked, "Will you marry that girl?"

As soon as he asked this question, Mei Liusheng regretted it, because he found that whether Su Qinglang gave an answer or not, his question was inappropriate.

Su Qinglang didn't think too much, and after pondering for a moment, he shook his head and smiled wryly, "I don't know either."

Seeing Mei Liusheng's surprised expression, he continued: "Once upon a time, someone wanted to give me a potted flower, and I told him that I am not good at growing flowers. Even if I gave it to me, it would be nothing more than a waste of innocent life, but the man insisted on it." Kindness, in the end the potted flower really died, and I was very sad and blamed myself for it for a long time."

"Actually, think about it now, even if you are sad, even if you blame yourself, what's the use?"

His expression was light, with a little emotion: "Life in this world, ability is always limited, refuse, persuade, I have done what I can, but still can't change other people's thoughts, I don't say this for Shirking responsibility is just a helpless thing, what else can I do?"

Although Mei Liusheng didn't quite understand what he meant, he also vaguely felt that this matter should have something to do with his marriage.

Thinking about Qin Jian's tight pressure, Jia Dexin and Jia Sixian refused to make concessions, which made him feel difficult.

He also said that flowers are not flowers, and combined with Su Qinglang's previous deeds, could it be that he feels that he is a evil star who suppresses his wife.

So I don't want to get married, but the marriages come to me one after another, and I can't push it away, causing several girls to be killed one after another, so I feel very guilty in my heart?

But thinking about it now, this matter is indeed strange. He had only heard of it before, but due to the age and the fact that it seemed unprofitable, he did not allow anyone to pursue it.

He didn't believe that it was really such a coincidence, or that Su Qinglang was really a wife-killing evil star, there should be something hidden in it, and he could look it up when he was free.

Mei Liusheng thought for a moment, and comforted him: "People always have to pay the price for their own choices. No matter how powerful a person is, it is impossible to take care of everyone. Qinglang, as long as you do what you can, but don't be ashamed." Well, why take on a burden that doesn't belong to you and make yourself feel bad?"

Su Qinglang smiled: "At first I felt uncomfortable, but hearing what Brother Mei said, I feel much happier."

"But Brother Mei..."

Su Qinglang sized him up a few times, and asked suspiciously, "How many years older than me are you, why haven't you gotten married yet?"

Mei Liusheng fell silent, paused, and said, "Perhaps I haven't met anyone who I believe can give her the rest of my life."

Hearing Mei Liusheng's answer like this, Su Qinglang was a little surprised: "I didn't expect that brother Mei is so persistent in terms of feelings."

Mei Liusheng smiled perfunctorily: "I should have mentioned to you before that my mother has always been a cold and indifferent person, as far back as I can remember, I have never seen her smile.

Even for my father and me, I didn't care about it. Since then, I have been thinking that if I don't have feelings, it's better not to be together, delaying myself, and implicating others. "

Su Qinglang looked at him, and asked out of nowhere, "Does Brother Mei really hate your mother?"

Mei Liusheng glanced at him, thought for a moment, finally shook his head, and said with a wry smile: "I just think that a person like her is very pathetic."

"Actually, I have always believed that no one cares about my father more than her. It's just that the time is wrong. There are many things in this world. When you like someone, that person doesn't like you the same. The twists and turns, that person is finally willing to see you, maybe at that time, the one who can't turn back is yourself."

Seeing Mei Liusheng's indifferent expression, which seemed to reveal sadness, Su Qinglang paused, slowly reached out and patted him on the arm as a sign of comfort.

Mei Liusheng knew his intentions, lowered his head and smiled, and said: "I'm telling you this, just to let Brother Su think clearly, don't deal with your own feelings casually."

He turned his head sideways and looked at Su Qinglang: "In my heart, Brother Su is an extraordinary person. His background, background, and maybe that girl's qualifications are very suitable for you, but this is not Brother Su's pattern, so... ..."

Su Qinglang was looking into his eyes, and seeing Mei Liusheng frowned slightly, he seemed a little annoyed, and explained almost in a concealed manner: "When you were in Yizhou, you owed me three conditions, the first condition, you are not allowed to do whatever you want." To provoke a girl, so the second condition is..."

Before he could finish his words, he heard a few balls of fireworks exploding in the sky, colorful streams of fire, like bright glass.

People on the surrounding boats squeezed out to watch, even Lu Xun ran out of the boat quickly, looked at Meng Shuyao at the bow not far away, and waved excitedly.

Standing between Li Saisai and the others, Meng Shuyao noticed the movement behind her, turned her head to see Lu Xun, smiled shyly, and glared at him angrily.

Thinking of the skills that Cai Jun taught him just now, Lu Xun suddenly realized his mistake, retracted his hands embarrassingly, tidied up his clothes, and put on a steady look, but still had a smile on his face, looking at his fiancée cheerfully.

The sound of exclamation was endless, Su Qinglang looked at Mei Liusheng.For a while, they ignored the beautiful scenery of the prosperous age in the sky, but saw Mei Liusheng say three words in a low voice, and was drowned in the sound of fireworks exploding and the crowd's restlessness.

He and Su Qinglang looked at each other for a moment, then turned to the sky, looked at the fireworks that were blooming, leaving Su Qinglang standing there in a daze, without returning to his senses for a long time.

After about a quarter of an hour, the fireworks were finally set off. Seeing that it was getting late, many boats had already returned, and Li Saisai, Su Qinglang and the others also sailed to the shore.

After getting off the boat, Su Qinglang was still dazed. The servants of Jia's family were waiting on the shore. They asked Su Qinglang to put Jia Sixian into the carriage before they were ready to leave for home.

And I don't know what Li Saisai said to Jia Sixian on the boat, which cast a shadow on Jia Sixian, until she left, Miss Jia didn't dare to look at Su Qinglang.

Watching the Jia family's carriage go away, Li Saisai and Li Ji followed. Because Jinniang's residence is far away from Chang'an, Li Saisai tried his best to persuade her to stay in the palace.

Before leaving, Li Saisai paused, turned around and looked at Su Qinglang, hesitantly said: "Qing..."

Realizing that such a title was a bit inappropriate in their identities, Li Saisai paused for a moment, and finally said, "Brother Qinglang, I have something to tell you."

Su Qinglang was startled, and walked towards her. The two walked side by side to a place where there was no one under the willow tree not far away, only to hear Li Saidao: "Sorry, today I... ruined your marriage again... ..."

Su Qinglang bent the corners of her lips, did not speak, and saw her lower her head in embarrassment again: "You... Don't worry, you don't have any thoughts about you anymore. Since you... told me that last time, I have thought about it. It's clear, I'm here today... just because you don't like this marriage at all, so... mind your own business."

The further he went on, the softer his voice became, and finally it became sad. Su Qinglang was silent for a long time before saying: "Thank you..."

Hearing him thanking himself, Li Saisai suddenly raised his head, and after a while, he lowered it again.

Tears welled up in the darkness, and she felt ashamed.At that moment, I was so sad that I wanted to turn around and run away.

However, she persisted, took a breath, and pretended not to care: "Thank you... I just want to tell you that I don't care about you anymore, so you don't have to avoid me anymore... ..."

Facing Su Qinglang's gaze, he lowered his eyes in disappointment, his voice choked with sobs and a little annoyance: "Actually... I still care a little bit, I really want to forget you, but I just can't, If you give me time, I will definitely be able to..."

Finally, she was dejected and silent for a while, and then said softly: "Brother Qinglang, if you meet someone you really like in the future, I will... I will fulfill you, this time I really... really I'm about to let go..."

Hot tears slid down her cheeks, fell on the ground, and fell on Su Qinglang's heart.

He looked at Li Saisai, speechless for a long time.All along, the person who wanted to be loved as a younger sister, but in the end, it was he who hurt her the most.

The promises he made when he was young and frivolous, and the huge boast he made, he once thought that as long as he wanted to, with his ability, he could go to heaven and earth for her.Now, watching her cry, he is not even qualified to wipe her tears.

He pulled the corner of his lips, and his tone was as calm as possible: "I know..."

After a pause, he said again: "Just now, in front of everyone, you called my name."

Li Saisai nodded, and finally said: "Then... I'm leaving..."

As she said that, she turned around and left, only to see Su Qinglang following behind, she stopped again, and said in a crying voice: "Don't follow, just stand there, and go over after I leave. Otherwise... ...I can't go away..."

Su Qinglang stopped and watched her run away wiping her tears, finally got into the carriage and disappeared into the night.

He stood for a long time, only to feel that even though it was summer, the wind on the shore of the lake at night was still cold, blowing through his thin shirt, making his heart ache.

Walking back dully, Sun Zizhong knew what happened when he saw his expression and Li Saisai's reaction just now.

He hesitated to speak, and sighed again: "Master Mei sent Master Lu and Miss Meng back first, and we will go back with Master Cai later."

Su Qinglang responded vaguely, everyone got into the carriage and walked on the road, only to hear Cai Jun inquire: "Master Su, do you really want to marry Miss Jia?"

Su Qinglang raised his head and replied, "No..."

Cai Jun was very surprised, and said again: "Actually, Miss Jia looks pretty good, Master Su why..."

Su Qinglang smiled lightly, and said meaningfully: "Because, I have an agreement with someone."

He seemed to be able to hear the three words swallowed up by the fireworks and human voices clearly. What Mei Liusheng said to him at that time was: the first condition is not to provoke girls at will, so the second condition is——

don't marry her...