Although there were twists and turns along the way, everything seemed to be back on track after Han Qinglan bought the walnuts and put them into the carriage herself.
For example, Zhao Zijing was still guarding the carriage at Princess Mansion, and the carriage was also slowly heading towards Wu Ji's Pickle Shop in Dongshi.
However, not to mention that he was the only one left in the bodyguard, and the other one had followed the princess's instructions and returned to the princess's mansion to inform him. There was also the maid Zizhuwai who was originally in the car but was now sitting on the side of the car, chatting with him from time to time. Everything else seemed normal?
This is normal, that’s why it’s weird!
Now in the carriage, there were only Princess Danyang and his good brother Han Qinglan.
That's right, a man and a woman alone, "living together in the same room"!
Although the interior of the carriage is not considered a secret room, occasionally when the wind blows and the curtains are blown up, you can still see the figures of the two sitting opposite each other. And it is still on the street where people come and go, let alone a private "room".
If we really talk about it, it is almost the same thing as two people going to a tea shop and a restaurant to drink together. In the current open-minded Zhou Dynasty, it is nothing.
But it’s not a big deal at all, but I’m afraid that it will be mentioned intentionally or unintentionally, and then it will be spread from one person to ten, and then from one person to another... and then it will be distorted by word of mouth, this matter will be serious!
However, it is completely opposite to the normal situation that the world worries about.
At the moment, Zhao Zijing is worried about the reputation and innocence of his brother Han Qinglan.
Although his good brother does not have a bright future, he can still be regarded as a young and middle-aged talent in the court, and the most important thing is that he is not engaged yet!
After entangled with the infamous Danyang Princess, what kind of good girl from a good family would dare to marry Han Qinglan?
Because of this, he had to keep an eye on all directions to prevent an acquaintance from appearing out of nowhere and accidentally bumping into the car curtain opening.
At the same time, Zhao Zijing was also worried about the situation of his good brother. From time to time, he would loosen the reins in his hands and want to get closer to the carriage, so as to be ready to save his good brother in danger.
But every time at this time, Princess Danyang's maid Zizhu would remember something and "discuss" it with him enthusiastically!
Zhao Zijing knew that Zizhu was covering up for his master, but he was unable to do so at the moment, let alone dared to expose him, and he became more and more worried.
It's just because of Princess Danyang's prestigious reputation and her unconventional temperament. He really didn't dare to do anything to offend the other party at this time.
However, in fact——
"Haha, this General Zhao Zijing outside the car is probably Colonel Han's good brother. Is he afraid that I will eat you?"
Danyang smiled and teased Han Qinglan while looking away from the car window with the curtains drooping again.
Hearing this, Han Qinglan smiled bitterly and shook her head helplessly. At the same time, he looked around and said:
"I wonder why the princess has to rush to meet at this moment? Is there any unexpected discovery or development?"
According to the previous agreement between the two, in order to prevent the two families from getting into trouble during this troubled time. The information they each searched for will be exchanged at the agreed place tomorrow.
Even after considering the emergency, they only agreed on a special message and how to send someone to send it back to their homes, and then wait for the other party to find them.
But right now, Princess Danyang simply ignored all arrangements.
He even waited for a long time to leave the password, and was willing to take risks to deliver the information he had asked for in front of everyone.
It is conceivable that she must have an extraordinary emergency.
Danyang did not beat around the bush. After confirming that both Zhao Zijing and Zizhu were "fulfilling their duties", he immediately told Han Qinglan their intentions straight to the point.
"Indeed, the situation has changed, so we have to take advantage of the situation. But Colonel Han can consider us lucky, and the situation is quite favorable for us."
Han Qinglan remained calm after hearing this, only waiting for the other party's next words.
Sure enough, before the words were spoken, Danyang continued:
"However, before I say more, I would like to ask Colonel Han to tell me one thing honestly."
"What?"
Han Qinglan didn't show it on her face, but her heart was tense.
Such a serious matter was definitely not something the two of them had agreed upon before. Could it be that she noticed something?
"Last time we met in Lixiangyuan, you didn't leave as I asked. After turning back halfway, you not only saw me looking for something in Prince Anyang's room. You also followed me until I returned to the princess's mansion."
The tone of the statement was straightforward, and there was no need to guess or defend. This was already a fact that she was sure of.
Of course, this is indeed the truth.
After that, Danyang continued to ask what she wanted to know most right now.
"After I returned home, did you go back outside Lixiang Garden or visit Prince Anyang's room again? Is there anything strange?"
If the first half of the sentence left Han Qinglan with some ambiguity in understanding, the last question that followed focused on one point.
Han Qinglan smiled and nodded, and said in an admiring tone:
"Yes, the princess guessed it right. I did go back and found something strange."
As he spoke, he breathed a sigh of relief and continued to tell Danyang what he saw in detail.
From what he saw at that time, it seemed that a group of evil servants from a wealthy family came to Lixiangyuan. They not only picked and chose the various rooms in Lixiangyuan, but also took over the entire floor. And guard the stairs, no one is allowed to enter or approach.
In fact, the occupied floor was where Prince Anyang's private room was located, which Danyang had searched.
"In your opinion, it would be a guardian or an escort?"
When Danyang asked this question, his brows furrowed slightly and then quickly straightened out.
"At least they are private soldiers. More likely, they are soldiers who have been trained on the battlefield."
While Han Qinglan corrected him, he suddenly noticed a relaxed smile on Princess Danyang's lips?
But then, Danyang stopped going in depth and asked an irrelevant question.
"Captain Han, do you consider yourself a good person?"
Han Qinglan was unable to react in time and failed to keep up with Princess Danyang's leaping thinking.
"Aha?"
Danyang smiled and continued:
"In other words, has Captain Han ever done anything bad since he was a child?"
Danyang asked this question calmly and confidently that he would receive a positive answer.
Han Qinglan smiled bitterly in her heart. Indeed, following a little girl secretly and then coming to threaten her was undoubtedly a bad thing.
At the same time, he was also keenly aware of Danyang's intentions.
"Is there something wrong with the princess and she needs my help?"
He smiled and asked the question without answering. The words were spoken very calmly, but deep down in my heart I had a bad feeling.
really.
Danyang nodded with a smile and said bluntly:
"That's right. I'm going to ask Lieutenant Han to be a gentleman again today, and I'm going to spread the word widely after the event is completed."
Because the words were said so lightly and accompanied by a smile, Han Qinglan thought for a moment that the other party was just joking to tease her.
But when he looked at the other person's eyes again, his eyebrows immediately raised.
With such serious eyes, she must be planning something...
After a brief pause, he quickly raised his eyes again, looked directly into Danyang's eyes, and asked seriously:
"Where? Where are you going to disperse?"
The question was a bit haphazard, but Danyang answered it in an instant.
"Lixiang Garden is the best place where we have stayed."
As she said that, she raised her hand to gently stroke her hair, turned her eyes to the car window, and said with a smile:
"As for the news, you don't need to be too careful. You can chat over tea, in wine shops, or on the streets and alleys. How can I put it that there is a strange thief eyeing a priceless treasure? Even if it is a major case, it is also the best conversation piece for people to talk about after dinner, isn't it? ?”
