But Lu Wenzheng came to the emperor's study room, knelt down respectfully, and knelt before the emperor.
The emperor looked at Lu Wenzheng, then looked back at Prince Jinling, Ling Yun and Huanyu who were standing aside, and said: "Lu Wenzheng, because of the imperial sister's affair, you have experienced a lot of ups and downs in the past; now the imperial sister Everyone is happy to have returned safely. Therefore, I will put past the blame for the past, and you will be reinstated to your original position and continue to serve in the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Punishment. However, I still want to warn you, you must be cautious in your words and deeds in everything, and never let it go again. Something like this happens, otherwise, I will never be lenient next time! Do you understand what I say?"
Lu Wenzheng was frightened and kowtowed repeatedly: "I thank the Lord for your kindness. I must remember the Holy Lord's warning and think twice before doing anything. I will never let down the Holy Grace!"
The emperor nodded happily, seeing that there was nothing else to do, don't let them all retreat.
Ling Yun also followed Lu Wenzheng back to the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Justice.
Lu Wenzheng and Ling Yun had been away from the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Justice for many days, and now they have returned. Looking at the familiar plants, trees, and bricks in front of them, they couldn't help but feel melancholy in their hearts, feeling as if they were in another world.
As soon as he returned to Mr. Lu's study in the mansion, Ling Yun knelt down on his knees, with tears in his eyes, and apologized to Lu Wenzhong: "Ling Yun is unscrupulous. He has failed to live up to your expectations, and has caused you to be imprisoned and in danger. Ling Yun." He is responsible for his sins and is worthy of death, so please punish him!"
Lu Wenzheng quickly pulled Ling Yun up, and the corners of his eyes were moist, "Commander Ling, you must not say that. No one wanted something like that to happen at the beginning, but the form was too complicated at that time, and some things were not What you and I can control, you are helpless and have no control over! How can I blame you for this?"
A wave of heat surged in Ling Yun's heart. At that moment, his originally lonely and helpless heart suddenly found its home. It was no longer hesitant or wandering. It was as if he had taken a reassurance, and warmth immediately found its place.
He said in a trembling voice: "Ling Yun is deeply touched by your kindness and understanding. Even if Ling Yun dies, he will never be able to repay you!..." When he finished speaking, his voice was already choked with sobs.
Lu Wenzheng said: "Commander Ling, please don't say that. In fact, you have done a good job! In adversity, you never give up, never change your original intention, never forget your original mission; and you know how to hide your strength and bide your time. You acted according to the opportunity and were able to save the princess from a dangerous situation and return safely. Your forbearance and wit really make me admire you!"
Listening to Mr. Lu's words that touched his true feelings, Ling Yun was moved, but he couldn't help but feel sad. Because at this time, he suddenly thought of Lian Nanchun, and recalled Lian Nanchun's sad tears when he irresponsibly tried to escape with Princess Huanyu on the day of their engagement. , the dilemma he made...
Thinking of this, his face couldn't help but look sad, and he whispered: "Sir, please don't say that. I am not as good as you said. I am just opportunistic, and I also... deceived and failed her, I...I'm just a heartless person..." Afterwards, his words were a little incoherent, and at this time he just felt very confused.
Lu Wenzheng looked at him with some confusion and said: "Commander Ling, what are you talking about? The more I listen, the more confused I am. Tell me, what is going on?..."
Ling Yun gave a bitter smile and was about to say something else when he suddenly heard a burst of noise and laughter coming from outside the study.
Then the book boy Rong'er came in and reported to Lu Wenzheng: "Sir, Mr. Xu, Captain Yang, and Jiang Chun are all waiting outside when they heard that you were back. They are all waiting outside!" Do you want to meet them?"
Lu Wenzheng was immediately happy after hearing this. He stood up and said, "Of course! I haven't seen them for a long time. I miss them so much! Please invite me soon!"
Just like that, the topic changed, and Ling Yun stopped talking. …
Mr. Lu and Ling Yun returned safely. Everyone in the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Punishment, from the Madam, Miss, Captain, Master, to the guards, servants and girls, couldn't help but be overjoyed.
After that, they chose a good and auspicious day and held a big banquet to celebrate. The whole house was changed from the lifeless depression and dullness of the past, and there was an atmosphere of joy and joy everywhere.
In this way, the original peaceful and tranquil atmosphere was restored in the residence of the Minister of Justice. In the study, Lu Wenzheng was sitting in the middle, with Xu Zhi, Ling Yun, Yang Zhen, Jiang Chun and others standing on both sides. Everyone was handling the affairs of the mansion in good order.
Let’s talk about Princess Huanyu here. Returning to the Jinling Palace, she returned to the pampered, leisurely and boring life she once had.
When it was all right, Prince Jinling and his concubine asked their daughter in detail about her past experiences with Ling Yun.
Huanyu then told her about being tricked by Lanzhu and falling into the hands of Tianxiao, as well as Lingyun rescuing her, breaking away from the control of the training pavilion with her, and returning to the capital together. Princess Wei was so sad that she kept saying: "How dangerous!"
Prince Jinling was silent, and after a while he said: "It seems that Ling Yun was indeed wronged before..."
Huan Yu was startled: "Dad, what did you say?"
Of course, the Prince of Jinling could not tell her about Ling Yun being thrown into a prison in the past because she was kidnapped, so he said: "It's nothing. By the way, my father has told the Queen Mother about your safe return. The Queen Mother is very happy. You will be here tomorrow." Let’s go to the palace to see the Queen Mother first, and then go to the Marquis’ Mansion to visit your Aunt Chang Qing another day.”
Huanyu responded readily.
The Empress Dowager Wei and Huan Yu's mother, Princess Wei, are biological sisters of the same mother. Therefore, the Empress Dowager Wei is both Huan Yu's aunt and her aunt. The Empress Dowager Wei is particularly fond of her. Since she has no children, she recognizes her as her righteous son. female. Huanyu came to visit her today. When she saw her, she called out: "Auntie!"
Queen Mother Wei smiled and said: "Remove aunt and call me mother!"
Huanyu smiled and buried her head in Queen Mother Wei's arms.
Queen Mother Wei said: "Look at you, you are almost married and starting a business, and you still act like a child."
Huanyu hummed coquettishly.
Queen Mother Wei was both happy and angry when she saw Huanyu. She first blamed her for being naughty and ran away from home, but then she quickly said: "Thanks to the heavens for seeing you, you came back safely. The Ai family is really thankful! It's just..." She He thought of He Chenglin again, "Your cousin died so unjustly..."
When Huan Yu heard this, the smile on his face froze, and he said bitterly: "The people in the Tianxiao organization are so abominable! My cousin is such a talented and elegant person, and now he is just... It’s a pity that my Aunt Changqing suffered so much——”
Empress Dowager Wei sighed: "Yes, your Aunt Changqing is the most pitiful! She has only had such a son for her whole life, but she was abducted when she was young. She has been away for twenty years, and finally came back to recognize her ancestors. , and now you are harming others without knowing it! Besides, your cousin is charming, young and promising, won the first prize, and is about to welcome a beautiful woman into the family. What a good thing! I didn’t expect that...it’s really difficult in the world. Fact! The most sad thing now is your Aunt Changqing."
Huan Yu said: "Actually, my sister-in-law Ding Mengxuan is also quite unfortunate. She was widowed at a young age."
Queen Mother Wei showed a look of disgust on her face and snorted: "She is a broom star. She killed her husband as soon as he entered the house. What an injustice!"
Huan Yu felt a little disapproving, but it was hard to say anything.
The next day, Huanyu was accompanied by the girls Xiangyun and Jiaoxing, and escorted by a group of bodyguards and servants, and arrived in a sedan chair at the Marquis's residence in He Yuting.
Butler He Luwei respectfully brought Princess Huanyu into the living room. All the maids and servants in the mansion came out to greet the princess, but only one person was anxious and uneasy. This person was Ying Chuanlin, the new martial artist of the He mansion.
The last time he, Taoist Sister Kongse and others attacked Ling Yun and his men, Huan Yu begged him not to kill Ling Yun - at that time, he always thought that Ling Yun and Huan Yu were dead, and there was no evidence of death. Who could expose his crime?
Who would have expected that Huan Yu and Ling Yun actually escaped death, and Huan Yu even came to the Marquis's Mansion in person today! It’s really a narrow road between enemies. Now how to do? The only option is to hide away from the princess - this is of course not a long-term solution, but that's all it can do for now, let's just live with it.
However, Huan Yu was chatting with Princess Chang Qing. He Yuting went to court, Huanyu felt at ease, she was unrestrained in front of her aunt.
On normal days, the aunt and nephew would be affectionate, chatting and having fun, but today the atmosphere was unusually cold, even a bit sad.
Princess Chang Qing lost her son recently and was immersed in grief. Today she saw her niece Huanyu escaping from death and standing in front of her fine. She also thought of her son who died inexplicably. She couldn't help but feel sad and cried sadly. Down.
When Huan Yu saw this, she felt very uncomfortable and advised: "Auntie, don't be too sad, maybe this is God's will!"
Princess Chang Qing said sadly: "Yes, God's will, it was God's will that I was not destined to have this son, otherwise he would not have been abducted twenty-two years ago! In these more than twenty years, I don't know why. How many tears has he shed, how many times have I prayed to Bodhisattva for him - now I finally hope for him back, but he has such a short life... Oh my God, what evil things did I, Chang Qing, do in my previous life, and God wants to punish me like this? Me?" As he said this, he couldn't help crying again.
Huanyu hurriedly said: "Aunt, why are you crying again? It's all my fault, I made you sad again!"
Huan Yu tried to persuade her again and again, and hurriedly withdrew on the pretext of seeing her sister-in-law Ding Mengxuan. She happened to meet He Chengqi, the second son of the Hou Ye Mansion, at the door.
When He Chengqi saw Huan Yu coming out, he hurriedly raised his hands and said with a smile: "Cousin, my cousin is being polite."
Huanyu didn't even look at him, only snorted coldly, with a look of disdain.
The two of them came out of the door. Huan Yu said in a questioning tone: "Hey, let me ask you: What were you doing sneakily hiding at the door just now?"
He Chengqi said with a flattering expression: "Cousin, can't you say that! I heard that my cousin is coming, and I also heard that my cousin is extremely graceful and beautiful. I didn't want to miss this perfect opportunity, so I came here in a hurry. Got it!"
Huan Yu said: "You are so glib and annoying!" He turned around and left.
He Chengqi hurriedly followed him: "Cousin, I think you are very kind-hearted. It's our first time meeting you, but we seem to have seen each other before... Have we met somewhere before?"
Huanyu held back her laughter and thought: You don't remember, but I still remember the encounters in the past.
At that time, she ran away from home because of escaping from marriage, and disappeared in the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Justice. Because she was angry with Ling Yun, she left in a rage. On the way, she met two dandies, Ding Jiying and He Chengqi, who went to Zuihualou to visit, and they even dragged her while he was disguised as a woman. We went together, but the result made her extremely embarrassed, and she almost leaked the secret... Thinking about it now, she was really angry and laughing at the same time.
She kept a pretty face and said nothing, but just walked forward.
He Chengqi hurriedly said: "Cousin, don't leave in such a hurry. My cousin has something I don't know whether I should ask?..."
Huanyu stopped and asked coldly: "What's the matter?"
He Chengqi hesitated and said: "Those days... I mean, during the days when you and Ling Yun left the capital and were outside, how did you spend your time? Did you two, did you..."
Huan Yuhan stared at him with a pair of autumn eyes and said, "What exactly do you want to say?"
He Chengqi murmured: "I mean, did Ling Yun take advantage of you? Did any of those male-female things happen to you..."
Before he finished speaking, he received a loud and crisp slap on the face.
He Chengqi covered his face and said, "Cousin, don't be upset. It's all Ding Jiying's fault. He asked me to inquire like this."
"Why is he asking about this?"
He Chengqi said: "You are about to get married, of course he will figure it out..."
Huanyu was so angry that her branches trembled, "Shameless! What a villain!..." and left without looking back.
He Chengqi was left alone, at a loss.
