The more you drink water, the colder it becomes; the more you drink wine, the warmer it becomes.
What warms people's hearts is also the atmosphere.
Brother Rong saw another side of the princess of Beijing County that night, or the real side she had always hidden under the appearance.
The princess was never as dignified and courteous as she once seemed, and there was a hint of wildness and boldness hidden under her graceful appearance.
In fact, I should have thought of it earlier.
If she hadn't been tired of these ethical restrictions, she wouldn't have run out every two days. If she hadn't had a wild side, how could she have allowed Brother Rong and Aunt Zhu to have a tryst in Conglutang.
"Although I am the princess of the county prince's palace, I envy Grandma Zhu who was widowed early. She can keep the clouds clear and see the moonlight, even if it is not a good road, she can still live smoothly. Even if it is January 1st of the year, Or a moment. At least she had a choice."
Brother Rong looked at the princess and her cheeks turned red.
Her eyebrows seemed to be frowning but not frowning, and her beautiful eyes concealed a hint of sadness. A self-deprecating wry smile appeared on the two thin lips that made the wine warm under her nose.
"Your Majesty, you have more choices." Uncle Rong comforted her.
The princess was stunned for a moment. Leng Buding took a look at Brother Rong and snorted angrily: "Although you are somewhat talented, you are also good to the women around you. However, you are a frivolous and lustful person. Don't coax me to pay attention to you."
What a huge injustice. What did I have in mind?
What did I have in mind?
Princess Pianbei Jingjun didn't give Brother Rong a chance to defend himself, so she continued on her own: "It doesn't matter if your family is a little chaotic. There isn't anything dirty in any high-walled compound, it's just that everything is hidden. It’s just that outsiders don’t know the truth. It’s like what’s happening nowadays, every man puts on makeup and cheeks and looks fancy, just to cover up the pockmarks on his face.”
This statement has a broad impact.
Brother Rong even thought about the large banquets held by Xifu in the past two years, which was also an act of putting powder on the face.
However, this is a means for wealthy families, and it is one of the last resorts for wealthy families that are gradually declining.
Only by trying to maintain the original appearance can a declining wealthy family find opportunities to rise again. We can only expand our sources of income, but we cannot strictly restrict expenditures. Otherwise, if you fall down a level, it will be extremely difficult to climb up again.
So this is the reason why Brother Rong has never mentioned saving money to the two governments.
Jia Rong responded nonchalantly: "I never put on powder."
"No powder? Brother Rong, do you dare to publicize your affair with several ladies from the two houses?"
That's asking for infamy.
Stupid?
"Brother Rong is a good chat buddy and a good drinking buddy. Others..." After the princess drank a glass of wine, she shook her head and said with a smile: "I didn't know that the woman in your family was blind. But my heart is still busy. Everyone has your way, which is really pitiful."
It's tasteless, it sounds tasteless, and it's tasteless when you drink it.
But in terms of pity, this county princess is indeed pitiful. Married into the noble Beijing County Prince's Palace and became the Princess of the County. Prince Shui Rong of the partial county is such a... person. Now he is away from the capital, leaving the princess and the concubine alone in the house.
The princess of the county came from the Zhen family in Jinling, and there was not even a few people around her to talk to. In addition to spending time in the boudoir every day, I also have to pay greetings here and socialize there.
We talked about this for half the night.
The princess was so drunk that she became drunk. Her face was as red as a newly ripe peach, and she was slightly drunk, trying hard to maintain the last bit of dignity that a county princess should have.
Uncle Rong sighed helplessly, he couldn't drink much, so don't drink in such a hurry after just a few cups. He hurriedly called the maids and maids to come in and asked them to help the princess to the warm bed. He took the opportunity to say goodbye and prepare to rest in Xiangling's room.
As soon as Brother Rong left the door, the princess of Beijing County woke up leisurely on the warm bed.
Besides, Jia Rong left Cong Lvtang and walked alone on the waterside verandah of Huifang Garden in the dark night, holding a glass lantern. Look at the waning moon above your head reflecting in the water, one is real and the other is fake, there is no difference.
A cold wind blew.
Uncle Rong was sober for the most part. He couldn't help but tremble and even shook the lantern in his hand a few times. He felt that the night was desolate. It's too late today, and I don't know if the Yimen between Huifang Garden and the inner courtyard is closed.
I won't be locked up in Huifang Garden today, right?
The more I think about it, the more likely it is. Sister Feng and Keqing's wife both thought they had something with the princess. Even if they don't return to the inner courtyard tonight, they will still feel normal.
so……
The door into the inner courtyard must be closed.
How about going to Yixia Pavilion? Uncle Rong thought like this and touched his waist. Unfortunately, because Wang Xifeng and Heping'er moved out of Yixia Pavilion, they left the key to Xiang Ling for safekeeping.
Damn it!
While he was distressed, Uncle Rong suddenly noticed a figure standing in front of him. Under the night, dark figures.
Deep and terrifying.
"Who is there?"
A chill surged from the soles of his feet and went straight to the top of his head, making his whole body feel like he had fallen into an ice cave.
Why is there anyone in Huifang Garden in the middle of the night?
And he’s the one who doesn’t carry a lantern.
How could a serious person not light a lantern at night?
The more Uncle Rong thought about it, the colder he felt. Could it be that I encountered some supernatural incident? Or encountered a thief? Thief? He cherished his life very much and suddenly thought that he had no helpers around him. If the gangster had a weapon in his hand, it would be terrible.
He stood still, leaving himself room to run. Zhuangzhang asked: "Who are you? Why are you here?"
The man heard the voice and slowly took two steps toward him.
Uncle Rong held the lantern high and looked forward, his heart in his throat, ready to run back to Cong Green Hall at any time.
But a hoarse voice from the lower level was heard.
"What did Ronger say when she came to Prince Zhongshun's Mansion a few days ago?"
"'Master?" Brother Rong was stunned, he was really scaring himself. "Why are you in the garden, Master? Are you locked out too?"
Jia Jing couldn't help but twitch the corners of his mouth after hearing this.
This grandson is good at everything, except for two things.
One is lust, the other is fear of death.
The descendants of the dignified Ning Guogong were actually frightened by the figures in their own homes. It was really a shame for their ancestors. "I specially waited here for Ronger to come out. I thought I would have to wait all night, but I didn't expect to come out in the middle of the night."
Cough cough cough…
"My lord, you are joking. Ronger and your empress have a pure chatting relationship."
Jia Jing didn't care what the relationship was. Asked again: "You went to Prince Zhongshun's Mansion a few days ago, but what did you say to that prince?"
Um?
As soon as he got down to business, Jia Rong immediately put away his playful smile. A pair of eyes looked around, and he asked curiously: "Where did the master hear any rumors?"
Jia Jing did not hide anything and said directly: "As far as I know, after Ronger left the Zhongshun Palace that day, the palace guards left the capital that night. The next day, the palace chief Shi took a group of palace officials to leave the city and went to the suburbs of Zhuangzi. . On that day, the soldiers from the capital camp also moved out, and there was a big battle. It was not until tonight that the palace chief Shi and the guard hurried back to the capital to see Prince Zhongshun."
Jia Jing didn't know the details, but Brother Rong knew it.
King Zhongshun made such a big show because he was looking for a sick cow.
He was happy in his heart. According to what Jia Jing said about Chang Shi's hurried return to Beijing, it was probably because the experiment had made progress.
What a great thing.
However, he still pretended to be dumbfounded in front of Jia Jing. "I didn't say anything, but do you know what happened to the palace?"
No anti-theft
"A strange thing did happen. The old eunuch who had been with King Zhongshun for decades was kicked out of the palace without any warning. The wise king just abandoned the man who had been serving him for decades."
"ah?"
"Rong'er, do you know who that old eunuch belongs to?"
How could I know? Brother Rong looked at Jia Jing suspiciously and asked, "Is it possible that the old father-in-law was placed in the Zhongshun Prince's Mansion by the Grand Master..."
"Stupid. King Zhongshun was raised by the biological mother of the current emperor. That old thing is the emperor's man."
This... King Zhongshun drove away the emperor's cronies who stayed in Prince Zhongshun's palace?
It's a bit of a fuss.
Brothers falling out?
It's not necessary.
When Jia Rong was in a daze, Jia Jing said again: "Tomorrow, go to Prince Zhongshun's Mansion to find out what happened."
"The man in my hands has great powers. Can I find out this bit of information?"
Jia Jing stared at Brother Rong. He said coldly: "There are too many people playing tricks and playing tricks at home. The people in my hands are busy inquiring about information in Heishan Village, busy looking for clues in Ping'an Prefecture, and they also want to help you explore the way to Mobei and Kyaktu. Layout. How can we find out the real news in a high-end compound like Zhongshun Prince's Palace?"
Jia Jing was still discovered.
Also normal. Heishan Village, Ping'an Prefecture and other places often exchanged letters with the government. Maybe Jia Jing had someone intercept the letters and read them on the way.
Brother Rong smiled awkwardly.
Jia Jing said in a low voice: "You are my only grandson, how can I still harm you?"
It's better to be careful. Who knows if you have any illegitimate children outside. Besides, no one knows what your plans are.
Brother Rong thought to himself: It is always better to be cautious.
"My lord, of course, will not harm Rong'er."
"It's good that you know. Don't do those little tricks in the future. Let's forget about Ping'an Prefecture this time. You should let them go to Heishan Village earlier and don't stop in Ping'an Prefecture." Jia Jing said dissatisfied, paused and said Think of something. "There have been a lot of things going on in Shenjing lately. From tomorrow onwards, I have to bring a team of people with me whenever I go out of the city. And..."
"Master, just say it, Ronger listen."
"When the day for spring hunting in Tienwang Mountain is set, the palace or the palace orders you to go with it for the spring hunting. Find a reason to stay in the capital and don't go."
The siege at Tienwang Mountain was a major event in the DPRK.
If there is really a will from the palace, Jia Rong really has to go. The reason is easy to find. But what he was more concerned about was why Jia Jing wanted him to stay in Beijing.
Between spring hunting and autumn hunting, something often happens.
For example, in a certain TV series, didn't a big capitalist's little swallow be shot out with one arrow during hunting? Even in history, there were many people who took advantage of spring hunting and autumn hunting to cause trouble.
Could it be that Jia Jing wanted to rebel while the emperor was away from the capital?
He's not so presumptuous.
The three major forces of Beijing Palace, Feng Family, and Niu Family were not in the capital, and Wang Ziteng was deprived of the military power of the Beijing camp. The only one who still has some real power is the Chen family of the Jiumen Infantry Battalion. The Chen family can no longer command the Jiumen Infantry Battalion.
If you want power but don’t have power, if you want people but no one, what can you do with it?
People from the Beijing camp rushed in within minutes.
Since it’s not Jia Jing who wants to cause trouble, then who will?
If you don't want to go, don't go. The worst is, you'll pretend to be sick. Brother Rong couldn't figure it out, so he couldn't help but touch his nose. Since even Jia Jing had discovered something, I guess the emperor in the palace already knew about the situation.
I couldn't help but start to mourn for those who planned to cause trouble.
Brother Rong was thinking wildly, and when he looked up again, Jia Jing had long disappeared, as if the old man had never appeared.
"I don't know that the door is closed now? You don't even give me a lift. You just leave as you say. Who are you?"
Uncle Rong had no choice but to walk to the garden gate.
really……
"Is there anyone? Open the door. Your uncle is locked up in the garden."
It's freezing outside.
Uncle Rong felt that he had never been so miserable.
After calling for a long time, he tightened his coat and went straight to Cong Lutang. Never mind her, go to Conglutang to stay for one night.
"Mother, Uncle Xiao Rong is back again."
The princess had just washed her face and hands at this time, but she was still a little drunk. After hearing this, she said calmly: "Just come back when you come back. I think she was locked out by the ignorant maid in their mansion."
"That……"
"Isn't the small room between him and Grandma Zhu empty? Just find someone to clean it."
The maid went out and told the maid to take care of it.
Miss Zhen Er leisurely got up from the chair, sat on the heated bed, and was lost in thought. Thinking of the world Jia Rong talked about before, I felt longing for it.
"Liberty is sacred and inviolable to men and women alike."
"Marriage becomes a contract between husband and wife. The two form a community where they respect each other, are equal to each other, share risks and share interests."
"Women can walk freely in the streets and alleys, and can do anything except breaking the law. They can also hold important positions, do business, and teach. Even the enlightenment teachers of many things are women."
Miss Zhen Er couldn't sleep.
The more I think about it, the more I can't sleep.
However, as soon as he entered the room, Jia Rong breathed a long sigh of relief and finally found a place to sleep. Fortunately, he and the palace magistrate had left a private nest here.
It's good to have your own bed everywhere.
The only drawback is that the palace judge is not here. I don’t know what this girl is busy with recently. Do you want to go to the Grand View Garden to find her when you return from Prince Zhongshun’s Mansion tomorrow?
Still not going for the time being.
These days, the palace official and Tanchundai are busy taking care of the Grand View Garden every day.
Uncle Rong held the fragrant quilt and pillowed it sideways, facing the window. I could only see this hazy light reflected on the window screen, as if someone was walking around with a lamp outside.
In the middle of the night, who is wandering around the large courtyard of Cong Green Hall?
Uncle Rong put on his coat and got up, gently opened the window, and saw the Princess of Beijing County and a maid taking a walk in the courtyard despite the cold wind.
"It's so elegant."
"Brother Rong, haven't you gone to bed yet?" The princess looked over after hearing the noise.
"Has your wife sobered up?" Brother Rong also said with a smile.
If you don't open the pot, pick it up. The princess thought of her childish behavior before, and a trace of shame and a little annoyance flashed across her face. But when I thought about the world that Brother Rong talked about, I threw away all the shame and annoyance.
Tuan Tuan said: "I'm wondering if there really is a world like the one you mentioned in the sky?"
