Damn it!
Xia Jingyun also panicked instantly.
This was His Majesty's favorite concubine, and now she came with the emperor's order. According to his own analysis, she had the indicators of killing people. Didn't he hit the gun?
I thought I could gain points like crazy by hugging this thick thigh, but ended up going straight to the grave?
But after all, he has experienced a lot and knows that the more critical the moment, the more calm he must be, otherwise he will miss the few chances of victory.
Why does Concubine De think so?
Just giving a female official in the palace is not a big deal, and she will not refute her father's face because of it.
It was still a reunion scene that had not been seen for more than ten years and came thousands of miles away.
More importantly, this is her own private matter. With her ability, if she doesn't want outsiders to know, who can know?
Why is it spreading so much?
What is the purpose of spreading it?
For a moment, he stood still, thoughts running through his mind.
In the eyes of Mr. Yun, this gesture meant that this disciple had been frightened out of his wits.
But it's not a shameful thing. When he learned the news, he was so surprised that he almost rushed to find his daughter to ask for an explanation.
He spoke to comfort him: "Gao Yang, don't be too panicked. With me here, I will definitely be able to keep you safe. No matter what happens, I still have to give you this face."
Xia Jingyun suddenly smiled, "Master, if you go again at this time, things will be even more troublesome."
Mr. Yun was puzzled.
Xia Jingyun then said: "I was studying hard at home and heard my family talk about something like this. An old man had an only son in the family. It happened that the only son was an official outside and could not take care of him, so he had to ask someone to send the silver coins back on time. In order to provide for the parents at home, they also hired many slaves for them. One of the slaves became evil-minded and would do what he wanted every day, asking for welfare and caring. The usually lonely old couple were also very happy, especially for this slave. He is good, and every time he gets more rewards, he will respond to every request. If that's the case, that's all. Later, the slave couldn't satisfy his desires, and even designed to kill the old couple directly and take away all the property. "
Xia Jingyun smiled bitterly and said: "Now, in the eyes of the empress, Master, you are the confused outsider who is easy to be taken advantage of, and I am the slave who pretends to be submissive with evil intentions. Her guard against me is actually out of her respect for you. She cares. Under prejudice, the more you excuse me, the more she will feel that you have been bewitched by me. "
After hearing this, Mr. Yun suddenly realized, "This, this, this... I actually hurt you?"
He hurriedly said: "No! I have to explain it clearly to her. All the things you did were witnessed by everyone, and Su Zicheng can also explain it. How can it be compared to someone with a eloquent tongue?"
Xia Jingyun shook his head and said: "Master, didn't I just say it? Now, whatever you say is useless. On the contrary, it will only make the empress more resentful."
"Now, in your opinion, what should we do?"
"Actually, your Majesty doesn't know that I'm not that kind of person." Xia Jingyun said something calmly, and then smiled, "Master, please leave it alone, I will go see your Majesty tomorrow."
"Are you sure?"
"Ninety-eight percent! Master, you can rest assured. If you go back earlier, it will be even more difficult to explain if the queen knows that you have been away for so long just to talk to me."
"Okay! I'll go back right away! Think carefully, someone will come to pick you up at noon tomorrow."
"Congratulations, Master!"
Watching the team leaving behind the sedan chair, Xia Jingyun rubbed his brows in distress.
Even though he spoke so seriously and confidently in front of Mr. Yun, in fact he was still a little uneasy.
Because those are all my own guesses, based on the fact that Empress Dowager De is a beautiful, gentle, smart and good woman, but what if she is an unscrupulous and murderous madman?
When I went there, I just said, "If you want to be with Feng Xiuyun, that's fine. Don't let her leave the palace. Come into the palace!"
Before he, the villain, could do anything wrong, there would be no more stories to look forward to.
After thinking about it, I felt a chill under my crotch.
He turned around and looked at Xia Yunfei, "Brother, if I get imprisoned tomorrow, my parents will be handed over to you."
Xia Yunfei looked at him, with no expression on his red face, and nodded, "Okay!"
Xia Jingyun:......
Shouldn't you say I'm not being treated?
You martial artists are too vulgar!
He sighed and walked into the yard. Xia Yunfei looked at his back, smiled slightly, and whispered to himself, "Although I know what karma is, I know you will be fine."
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Now that the news has spread, it won't just fall into Xia Jingyun's ears.
Within two hours, the entire Jiang'an City knew about it.
Su Shidao, who had temporarily moved out of Yun Mansion in the past few days, was drunk with a group of old friends. When he heard the news, he sobered up and hurried to Yun Mansion.
He was almost killed by the elite assassins of the Wudang Army who were guarding the Yun Mansion inside and outside. Fortunately, the manager of the Yun Mansion knew him and took him in.
"Brother Kang Le, what is going on? Why did I hear that Concubine De was going to kill Xia Jingyun?"
Mr. Yun was just about to go to bed when he couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth when he heard this, "Who told you?"
"It's spread all over the city! It's said that Xia Jingyun had an affair with Empress Dowager De's maid, and the matter has been revealed, and Empress Dowager will execute him tomorrow."
Mr. Yun couldn't help but admire human imagination, and then said speechlessly: "Brother Zicheng, you are also a great scholar after all. If you think about it, you know that if Xia Jingyun is really executed, can I still sleep here peacefully?"
"Who knows? You're heartless. Anyway, you already have a name."
"You..." Mr. Yun suddenly felt something in his heart and said, "Then if it is true and I can't save you, what will you do?"
"What else can you do? You can quickly send me in to see Empress Dowager De. After all, I hugged her when she was a child. If you suffer a little punishment, I will take him to live in seclusion and study."
Mr. Yun smiled and said, "The wing next door is still empty. If you want to rest, you can rest here! Don't worry, it's okay."
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"Hahahaha! The sky has eyes! The sky really has eyes!"
In the courtyard of the Zheng family, Song Xuezheng laughed loudly after hearing the report from his subordinates, "I thought this son could not be controlled, but who knew that this would happen! Wonderful! Wonderful!"
He paced in the room, "As His Majesty's favorite concubine, Concubine De must have the power of life and death this time to patrol the border. An insignificant person like Xia Jingyun might be beheaded with a single blow. He has little talent and knowledge. , in front of a concubine who is used to seeing talented people in the capital, what can she be proud of! Good things, good things!"
The servant laughed and said, "Then Xia Jingyun dared to insult you in public, which made you unable to come down from the stage. He deserves this retribution!"
Song Xuezheng's smile faded and his face fell, "Get out!"
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In the backyard of the county government office, Magistrate Zhao dismissed the boy who reported the news.
The surprise on his wife's face had not subsided, but then turned to worry, "Husband, what should we do? Let's take the lead in showing our goodwill to the Xia family that day. Concubine De will not vent her anger on us, right?"
Magistrate Zhao pursed his lips, thought seriously for a while, and shook his head.
"As the head of a county, I have young talents within my jurisdiction. It is natural for me to encourage them. No matter what happens, Empress Dowager De will not vent her anger on me."
"Then should we ask for the gift back to show that we have drawn a clear line with the other party?"
"Absurd!" Magistrate Zhao glared, "There's no reason why things sent out should be returned. I will lose my reputation in the future!"
He immediately sighed, "It's a pity that such a young man only comes out every few years, and then he is gone."
The lady nodded in agreement, "Yes, this is the fate of little people!"
Magistrate Zhao turned to look at her, stood up, and said coldly: "Get some rest early!"
As he spoke, he walked towards his concubine's room.
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Early the next morning, Zhang Dazhi washed his face in the small courtyard, and slowly brewed a pot of tea. He sipped it from his lips and tongue to his chest and abdomen, slowly moisturizing his body that was dehydrated after drinking.
Now that he has completed most of his duties as a supervisor, and he has made friends with talented people like Xia Jingyun, this trip has been a complete success!
"Master!"
The disciple who went out to buy breakfast hurried in.
Zhang Dazhi said calmly: "Why panic? Now that we have done everything roughly, what else can we do?"
"Master, something happened to Mr. Xia!"
As he spoke, he quickly told his master the shocking news he had just learned.
Zhang Dazhi was so shocked that he almost dropped the teapot, "Really?"
"Of course it's true. It's spread all over the city. It's said that Concubine De is going to summon him to question him this afternoon. Master, let's not go there for a while, right?"
After a while, Xia Jingyun made an appointment with Zhang Dazhi to discuss matters. According to the current situation, wouldn't he be seeking death and offending Empress Dowager De?
Zhang Dazhi held a small teapot and squatted on a chair, with a sad face, like an old farmer watching the crops in the field grow poorly.
After thinking for a long time, he slammed the small teapot on the table, "No matter! I believe he won't let it go so easily! Everything remains the same!"
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In the Xia family's yard, Xia Jingyun got up early.
Washing up slowly, he looked calm and calm in front of his family, just like before.
But things always come out of the blue. Just as Xia Jingyun was preparing to have breakfast, Xia Zhang, who had taken Xia Ningzhen out to do some shopping, rushed in in a hurry.
"Gao Yang! What's going on? It's said that you have offended the Imperial Concubine and will be beheaded today!"
Bang!
Xia Li, who was bringing food from the kitchen to the dining table, dropped the bowl in her hand and froze in place, her face changing visibly.
Xia Jingyun secretly thought that something was going to happen, and quickly said: "Mom, don't listen to their nonsense! Auntie, it's true, if you spread any rumors outside, just take it home and say, I'm not okay! Something is really going to happen. How can I still stand here so peacefully?"
Seeing Xia Jingyun being so confident, the originally panicked Xia Zhang and Xia Li, whose expression changed drastically, breathed a sigh of relief. Also, he himself is still here!
"That's right, you can't believe rumors." Xia Hengzhi was also persuaded by Xia Jingyun and spoke to appease everyone.
Tuk-tuk-tuk.
There were several knocks on the door, and a man who looked like a steward walked in.
Xia Mingxiong hurriedly greeted him. These days, he, the head of the family, was very experienced in greeting and sending people off.
"Xia Mingxiong of the Xia family, what do you want to do for me?"
"I am the housekeeper of Yuan Liu's residence. Our wife has sent me to inform you that today's appointment is cancelled."
"Didn't we just agree to it yesterday?" Ms. Xia Zhang was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Since sister has something to do, let's change the date."
"No, we can't bear this sister." The steward immediately waved his hand, "Besides, my master has ordered that the two pieces of silk given to you a few days ago, please return them."
As soon as these words came out, everyone realized that something was wrong. Xia Mingxiong quickly said: "Your Excellency, why is this? But is there any misunderstanding?"
"Why?" The steward glanced at Xia Jingyun, then snorted, "Please, please, don't make it difficult for me to be a servant."
As soon as they saw his eyes, everyone suddenly remembered the rumors that Xia Zhang brought back just now, and their expressions instantly became panicked.
"Gao Yang! What on earth is going on!"
After taking out the gift and sending the steward away, Xia Hengzhi asked in a trembling voice.
Xia Jingyun had no choice but to say: "It's really okay. Don't listen to his nonsense. My friendship with Mr. Yun is over there. What can happen?"
Xia Li stepped forward and held his hand, "Son, don't hold on if something happens. We can't be of much help, but when it comes to emergency, we will risk our lives to save you."
Xia Ning pursed her lips with a worried look on her face, "Second brother, please don't let anything happen to you!"
Xia Jingyun sighed secretly, "Don't worry, if you really don't believe it, we'll find out tonight."
Bang bang bang... bang bang!
As the people here were talking, the courtyard door was suddenly kicked open.
Several green men walked in. The leader held a piece of dogtail grass in his mouth. He turned his eyes around and lingered greedily on Xia Ningzhen, and said in a low voice: "Listen up, if you want to survive, kill this woman." Let me play with you for a few days, and I'll make sure the rest of you are safe."
"Look for a fight!" Xia Mingxiong shouted angrily and took a big step out. Like a sleeping tiger suddenly waking up in the forest, a bunch of beasts, insects and rats shrank back in fright.
The leader, the green-skinned dog's tail, had lost all his strength. He held on to his courage and said with a fierce expression, "Old man, don't be crazy. Your family's dependence is dead today! When he dies, do you think you can stay here? By then, It’s too late, but no one can save you!”
"Fuck your mother!" This time, it was Xia Zhang who rushed out in a furious manner.
She held up a broom high, smashed it at the green skins, and cursed, "You are dead! Even if you are all dead, my Gao Yang will not die! You bitch, stay away from me! Don't let me see you again." , I will beat you to death with a broomstick!"
The green-skinned men fled under such a fierce attack.
He just said a few harsh words, "Just wait, after tonight, I will make your life worse than death!"
Mrs. Xia Zhang turned around and held her broom, like a general on horseback, looking at Xia Jingyun, "Gao Yang! Nothing happens to you, let alone die! Do you hear me! You haven't made your aunt angry enough! Who allowed you to die! Hear me? Is it gone!”
While roaring, two lines of hot tears rolled down his cheeks.
Xia Jingyun was moved, holding his mother's hand and looking at everyone, "I'll be fine! I promise you!"
After breakfast, Xia Jingyun went out directly without letting Xia Yunfei accompany him. Even if there was a killer, he would not attack a dying person now.
Moreover, Xia Yunfei still has to shoulder the important task of stabilizing his family.
Although he simply stated his guess just now, which made everyone feel at ease, it was not enough after all. There had to be someone reliable who could stabilize them and protect them to prevent Xiao Xiao from causing trouble.
His cousin is his backing!
After a while, he came to Xie Yanzhi's small courtyard again, lying on the two round and slender legs, with his head slightly facing outside.
The reason why it is not facing upward is because the green mountains on both sides of the bank are towering and obscure the view;
The reason why it is not facing inward is because when you stare into the abyss, the abyss is also staring into you;
The reason why it is not facing down is because he is not a fool.
"Have you heard the rumors?"
"Um."
"You are not afraid?"
"I'm afraid, I'm afraid something will happen to the young master."
"If something happens to me, you will be free. You still have money on hand, and your household registration has been completed. You can find a place and live a good life."
"I don't care about those things, I only care about the young master."
Xia Jingyun rolled up and said, "In this case, I might die in the afternoon anyway, why not let my second brother eat meat before he dies!"
Xie Yanzhi lay down softly on the bed with a smile on her face, "Young Master, please don't go back on your word!"
"What a monster!"
Not scaring her, Xia Jingyun sighed and lay down again.
I'm really not in the mood right now, and that's not the way to take advantage of every opportunity.
After resting for a while at Xie Yanzhi's place, Xia Jingyun met Zhang Dazhi again.
Seeing that some of the gentry who had been running towards him these days were avoiding him like snakes and scorpions, pretending not to show up, but this man with a craftsman background acted as usual, Xia Jingyun was also a little moved, and said with a smile: "Mr. Zhang Brother, I will remember this kindness and will give you a big gift later."
Zhang Dazhi sighed, "Brother, don't say those words now, and think about how to get through this."
Xia Jingyun smiled and said, "Don't worry."
Zhang Dazhi gave a thumbs up, "Hey, if nothing else, my brother, your magnanimity is really admirable."
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In the Xia family's courtyard, Xia Mingxiong couldn't help but look at his wife, "I told you not to leave, it makes my head hurt!"
Mrs. Xia Zhang stopped and said angrily: "Do you have any conscience? Gao Yang, a good boy, is almost like this. How can you still sit still?"
"You usually despise him the most, but now he becomes my problem!"
Xia Mingxiong whispered.
Mrs. Xia Zhang was too lazy to pay attention to this stupid rough guy, and looked at Mrs. Xia Li, "Brothers and sisters, how about we tell Gao Yang not to see Empress De Fei? He knows Mr. Yun, so go and beg him. Let's Leave here and find a place to hide in the mountains and live your life.”
Xia Yunfei said speechlessly: "Mom, Erlang said that he will be fine this time, so you don't have to worry. According to the relationship between him and the old man that I have seen these days, his life is not in danger."
Xia Zhang hesitated and said, "Really?"
"real."
Mrs. Xia Zhang breathed a sigh of relief and hummed, "I'm just telling you, it's a scourge that will last for thousands of years! It makes me so angry every day, how could it just disappear like this!"
Not long after, Xia Jingyun came back from outside and went straight into the room to lie down after dinner.
Such a gesture makes everyone feel more at ease.
Not three minutes later, the old servant of Yun Mansion came outside the courtyard in person to pick up Xia Jingyun.
Looking at the worried eyes of his family members, Xia Jingyun suddenly smiled and said, "Auntie, I realize that what you said is wrong. Say a few words quickly and pray for me!"
Mrs. Xia Zhang took a sip and said, "Don't even think about it, just get back here!"
"Hey, I don't know what to do with you!"
"Who do you think you are? You still want to know what your status is. It's strange that Concubine De is looking up to you! Most of the time, she won't look at you seriously. You are just a little guy that no one cares about. You can only look down in despair. Come back!"
Xia Zhang's eyes were red and she said bitterly.
Xia Jingyun smiled slightly, tonight is enough!
He said goodbye to his worried family, and calmly walked into Yun Mansion amidst many pairs of concerned eyes.
