Liu Muzhi's expression changed: "Old man, what do you know?"
The veteran looked at everyone, lowered his voice, and said: "I won't hide it from you now. The storytellers here have all been given money. It is Liu Yi and Liu Xile who saved everyone in the Battle of Feishui. , these people are very well-connected, and they can tell the truth in this important place in the capital. If you don’t follow what they say, they will disappear here within two days. "
Liu Yu's expression changed: "How could such a thing happen? Within the imperial city, at the feet of the emperor, there are still people who dare to cover the sky with one hand like this. Is there any royal law left?"
The veteran smiled bitterly and said: "Liu Yu, you may not know that this is Jiankang City, the world of aristocratic families. In front of the aristocratic families, even the emperor is nothing. These public opinions in the streets are what the aristocratic families are interested in. Once the people are fighting for a certain statement, it will be easier for the superiors to take action. This is the same principle as when we fight a war, the food and grass go first before the soldiers and horses are moved. "
Liu Yu gritted his teeth: "It seems that I misjudged Liu Xile. I didn't expect that he has such great power in the capital and can actually control public opinion."
Wang Miaoyin suddenly shook her head and lightly opened her lips: "Brother Yu, it may not be Liu Yi's doing. He even wants to cling to a middle-class family like the Yu family, so how can he be the one who dominates the capital? I think there must be something behind this matter. There are promoters from other high-ranking families. When I go back, I will ask the elders of the family to investigate, and the results will definitely come to light."
Liu Yu curled his lips and put the two ounces of money into the hands of the veteran: "Old man, no matter what, thank you for telling us these things. In the land of right and wrong in the capital, there may be all kinds of overt and covert fights in the future. You'd better It's better to make a living elsewhere. If you want to return to Xie's family, you can also go to Jingkou first and find me at Liu Yu's house in Qili Township, Suanshan Town. You can live there for a while. After this storm is over, I will advise Xuan Shuai to let you return. .”
The veteran waved his hand: "No, Liu Yu, a man must have backbone and a good horse will not turn back to eat the grass. I am confident that I can also find food. The green mountains will not change and the green water will always flow. I am on the rivers and lakes, waiting to hear from you." Liu Yu’s heroic legend!”
He did not accept the two ounces of money, but turned his head, pushed himself up and down, and walked firmly and forcefully towards the city gate. As he pushed forward like this, he sang loudly: "You are riding in the car, and I am wearing a hat. We will meet you tomorrow." The chariot bows, you carry the scorpion, I ride the horse, and one day I will meet you and become your servant. The green mountains will not change the green water, and there are fish and dragons in the ordinary lanes. One day, I will encounter wind and clouds, and I will swim in the eight wilderness and six places."
Liu Yu's heart was silent, and Wang Miaoyin on the side murmured: "Brother Yu, I remember you sang this song when I first met you. It really sounded uplifting and touching. It's Is it popular in your hometown?"
Liu Muzhi shook his head: "This is a folk song spread in the land of Wuyue. The people at the bottom like it very much. In fact, it just wants to say that one day you may be able to stand out. Never lose hope. Miss Wang is a noble girl, so naturally You won’t hear the songs sung by these lowly people.”
Wang Miaoyin smiled slightly: "Everyone is born the same, why should we distinguish between nobles from high families and those from lower families? High-class families will also decline, and there will be dragons and snakes in the grass at the bottom. Is there any certainty about the strength of the world?"
Liu Muzhi nodded: "Young lady has profound knowledge, I admire you."
Liu Yu frowned: "This veteran should not be easily threatened, but he still spreads such rumors everywhere, and he refused to tell the messenger in the end. Presumably the person who instigated him has a very high status." Noble, but why does such a person praise Liu Yi so much?"
Liu Muzhi coughed lightly and said, "Jinu, you two have not seen each other for a long time. I won't disturb you for the time being. There are many storytelling stalls nearby. Miss Shuang'er and I went there to inquire about some news. Maybe we can find some clues."
As he spoke, he made a look at Shuang'er. The little girl, who was only fifteen or sixteen years old, understood what she meant. She smiled slightly and ran out like Liu Mu, leaving only Liu Yu and Wang Miaoyin standing. On the spot, Liu Yu wanted to call Liu Muzhi, but in the blink of an eye, he saw Wang Miaoyin's beautiful eyebrows furrowed, her pink face slightly red, her head gently lowered, her daughter's shyness was all revealed. .
Liu Yu swallowed his saliva and turned to Wang Miaoyin: "Um, Miaoyin, I..."
Wang Miaoyin raised her head, with a pair of beautiful big eyes full of tenderness: "Brother Yu, yesterday I saw you walking alone at the front of the entire army. I can't tell you how majestic you are. This is who I am." The hero in my heart, brother Yu, you finally did it."
Liu Yu laughed and shook his head: "Actually, I don't have such great abilities on my own. I still have to rely on the help of my brothers. This victory is the credit of the entire Beifu Army, not just one person."
Wang Miaoyin nodded: "The battle is won, but the next problem is not as easy as before the Qin army went south. Brother Yu, someone is spreading rumors about Liu Yigong's great achievements. This should be directed at Mr. Xianggong."
Liu Yu was slightly startled: "Why do you say that? Is Liu Yi on whose side is he now?"
Speaking of this, Liu Yu's heart moved: "A few days ago, Liu Yi and He Wuji were invited by Wang Guobao to attend a banquet hosted by King Kuaiji. Could it be said that they are related to this matter?"
Wang Miaoyin shook her head: "If it was really them who did it, things would be easier to handle. But at that banquet, Liu Yi and He Wuji refused the King of Kuaiji's kindness and did not switch to their sect. They even made a bit of a fuss. They broke up on bad terms. I think this matter was not their fault, and in the current capital, King Kuaiji and the others do not have the ability to control public opinion here."
Liu Yu opened his eyes wide: "Could that be done by another aristocratic family?"
Wang Miaoyin said sternly: "Liu Yi is more powerful than you and I thought. During the last military parade, he had a way to make the whole city shout along. Liu Yi killed Fu Rong with one arrow, and the Qin army had millions of soldiers. Landslide. I think this incident may have inspired some people to start building momentum in the capital. If the Beifu Army is monolithic, it will be difficult for them to attack, but if the Beifu Army is made to suspect each other and fight, then there is a chance Take a ride.”
Liu Yu's eyes flashed coldly: "I saw Huan Xuan during the military parade that day. Do you think it was him who did this? If Liu Yi had any contact with Huan Xuan, what happened? That’s where things get tricky.”
Having said this, Liu Yu looked at Wang Miaoyin, with a complicated look in his eyes: "Last time I came back from Shouchun, I heard that Huan Xuan intended to propose to your father to marry you. Miaoyin, is this true?"
Wang Miaoyin smiled slightly and threw herself into Liu Yu's arms. The warm fragrance of nephrite was brought into her arms, and her voice was like a dream: "Fool, do you still doubt my feelings for you now? This will make you no longer Are you thinking too wildly anymore?"
