Chu Chengyao smiled and took out a neatly folded green and antique handkerchief from his arms, and said with deep affection in his eyes:
"I picked it up by chance many years ago. I don't know who the owner of the veil is and whether she is married. I wanted to inquire, but I was worried that she already had a family and it would affect her reputation."
A flash of light flashed in An Zhixian's eyes, and he listened quietly with a smile without saying a word.
Chu Chengping smiled heartily: "I didn't expect that the second emperor brother would have such a hidden and deep affection, which he has not expressed to his mouth for many years."
Several children from aristocratic families also teased Chu Chengyao with kindness.
Chu Chengyao carefully put the handkerchief back into his arms. After touching it with his hand to make sure it was put away, he held the tea cup and smiled:
"I'll make you laugh. After so many years, she must have been married long ago. To me, this veil is just a beautiful fantasy. Don't talk about me, the fourth brother is also old, and the empress Mingfei did not urge you to marry. wife?"
Chu Chengping: "My mother-in-law is anxious, but I am not anxious. She has no choice but to leave it to me."
Chu Chengyao: "Concubine Ming's character is modest and even her father often praises her, so she can't bear to embarrass you. By the way, why aren't General Anbei's friends here? Did you post less?"
Gu Ruizhou: "Your Highness, are you talking about Brother Ran? He went to the camp on the outskirts of Beijing with my mother and is not in the city."
Chu Chengyao: "The general's wife went to the camp because of Gewei's suicide?"
Gu Ruizhou nodded: "Since Gewei was captured, he refused to eat or drink and wanted to die. Every day, the soldiers force-fed him some liquid food and soup to keep him alive until now. Although his injuries on the battlefield were cured, his spirit was still weak. Since he was not as good as before, he relaxed his supervision and allowed him to take advantage of the situation without paying attention."
Chu Chengping: "I heard that Lu Sang was defeated this time, and even Lu Lie was implicated. Mobei should be in trouble for a while, and the people in the north can live in peace for a few years."
Gu Ruizhou: "I hope so. Regardless of success or failure, as long as the war continues, the people will suffer. It is naturally a gratifying thing to live in the world."
Chu Chengyao: "What the people want is nothing more than stability, peace, food, clothing and warmth. If there is no war, it will be gratifying..."
As he was talking, Chu Chengyao felt a cramp in his abdomen. He paused for a moment before smiling:
"I don't know what I ate. I feel uncomfortable in my stomach. I'll chat with you guys for a while, I'll go and come back."
Chu Chengping: "Brother, the emperor is feeling very uncomfortable? Does he need medical treatment?"
Chu Chengyao stood up and patted Chu Chengping on the shoulder:
"How can a dignified man be so fragile? You talk first, that's rude."
After speaking with a smile, Chu Chengyao turned around and walked towards Shu Fan, his pace a little faster than usual.
In the longevity hall.
Pingyang Marquis was chatting and playing chess with Taishi Yao. Lin Yanqing, Qin Yushi and another old man were watching the chess game with cups in their hands.
Taishi Yao said with a smile: "I remember in the past, you were not good at chess, and your chess quality was not good. You were very addicted to chess, and you played endlessly. Anyone who has played chess with you will never want to play chess with you again. . I haven’t seen you for many years, but my chess skills have improved a lot, and my chess quality is also different."
Qin Yushi: "Hahaha, I have been looking at you with admiration for three days. The Grand Master has not been down the mountain for many years. Naturally, I don't know that the old Marquis has long since lost the title of Hui Qihou."
When several people present heard this, their faces showed nostalgic and kind smiles.
Pingyang Hou said with a smile: "You are willing to play chess with me today, maybe it's because you think I am the birthday girl, right?"
Grand Master Yao didn't answer, and smiled, which was regarded as acquiescence.
(End of chapter)
