"It's really like a drop of water turning into ice. In this weather, Lin Chong's family is very sick and collapsed. The city gate is now locked. Even if he wants to spread his wings and fly out, he can't. There is also a man from Kaifeng Mansion at his door. There are people on guard, why don't we find a hotel and get some hot wine and hot dishes to eat to stave off hunger and cold."
"What my brother said is that even if you are an emperor, you are not in need of hungry soldiers. We will eat and drink well. Only when we have strength can we serve the yamen, right?"
This group of gangsters were used to being idle. They chatted with each other and started laughing and joking. They put their arms around each other and walked out of the alley, where they went to have fun eating wine and meat.
As soon as they left, the gang of government officials also ran away and went back to their homes to find their mothers. At this time, several black shadows emerged from a back door in the alley.
"What am I talking about? I've been watching these two gangs of bastards for several days, and they never stood up to me once. I'm worried about what they might do!"
Seeing that his words came true, Zhang San, the street rat, turned back to Zou Run and Li Sida with great pride.
However, as soon as he finished speaking, Li Si received a huge blow on his head.
"You guys, what are you proud of! Don't you know that the more lazy they are, the easier it will be for me to attack them and ask for beatings here!"
Zhang San was in pain and almost screamed out. After Li Si finished speaking, he covered his mouth and chuckled. Zou Run quickly stopped drinking. This time, because Lu Zhishen's figure and appearance were too easy to recognize, Zou Run persuaded him not to bring him. He only brought along Zhang San and Li Si, who were familiar with every street and alley in Tokyo.
However, the time they got together was short-lived. The two of them still had the habit of fooling around and acted a little loosely. Zou Run felt helpless and had a headache, so he had to pull them together again and warned them in a low voice before the two of them could restrain themselves.
After a while of searching, the three of them put on the Song Dynasty night clothes designed by Zou Run himself, and stood in the darkness, just in time to hide.
Zou Run saw the group of guards dispersed, so he ordered Zhang San and Li Si to keep watch in the dark. If anyone came, he would use the cat's three meows as a signal. He pressed his back against the alley, stood on tiptoes, and quickly walked around to the backyard of Lin Chong's house. After checking the height, he easily rolled in with force.
Lin Chong's family is a native of Tokyo, and his father and Luda had both served as governors before (Note 1). But one is the imperial jurisdiction of the Imperial Army, and the other is the administrative jurisdiction of the Western Army. They are both territorial jurisdictions, but they are not the same.
As we all know, the Forbidden Army is the best-paid unit in the Song Dynasty, but the treatment of the Tokyo Forbidden Army is the best among all the Forbidden Army. Although most of the Western Army is also a Forbidden Army, as the Forbidden Army stationed on the border, the treatment is more than a little bit worse. . Therefore, even though they are both under jurisdiction, the latter can only rent a house by himself in Weizhou City, while the former can buy a large house in Tokyo City, where land is at a premium. The difference is obvious.
In the wing room, Mrs. Lin's eyes were dull and her face was haggard. Her father had been in bed since the last accident and had to be cared for by his female servant Jin'er. Most of the time, she had to sit alone in the boudoir.
Loneliness, regret, longing... all kinds of powerful emotions that go deep into the bone marrow are eroding this good wife and beloved man every moment.
At this time, it was the beginning of the lanterns, and there was no curfew in most streets and lanes in Tokyo on New Year's Day. The government had a special purpose to have fun with the people. The government set up Aoshan colorful sheds on both sides of Imperial Street and in busy neighborhoods, close to the inner city. In some places, the Forbidden Army even began to set off rare but colorful fireworks for those nobles to watch.
Even though it was mid-morning, the number of pedestrians on the street was not small, but more and more.
Smelling the laughter and commotion outside the window, Mrs. Lin's heart moved. She supported her weak body and stood up slowly. Pushing open the window lattice, I saw the bustling streets and lanes outside. Pedestrians were wearing colorful clothes, carrying the old and supporting the young. There were also young men and women, clinging to each other and walking hand in hand. People were either holding Tusu wine in their hands or carrying a cup under their ribs. Holding the newly bought peach charms, my eyes are full of New Year atmosphere.
Facing such a grand scene, hot tears rolled down his haggard face unconsciously, and fell to the ground along his thin and exposed chin. For fear of being overheard by her relatives downstairs, Mrs. Lin covered her mouth and nose with her sleeves and cried bitterly.
Thinking back a few years ago, she and Lin Chong were also among this group of people. Walking together on the streets of Tokyo, when no one is paying attention, the young couple will secretly hold hands under the cover of their long sleeved robes, and walk through the streets with red faces, as if they are young. Like childhood sweethearts, they are sweet, loving, and happy.
"Why should we cut the candles from the west window together, but say...Bashan...when it rains at night..."
Lady Lin read this lyrical short chapter by Li Shangyin from the Tang Dynasty word by word. She couldn't help but think that even though Li Shangyin's wife, Wang, was thousands of miles away from her husband, she still knew his whereabouts and address, and could express her sorrows through letters. , pour your heart out. But what about yourself?
My own official was killed by a traitor, and almost died several times on the way to the prison. When he arrived at the prison, he was chased and framed by villains. In the end, he was hunted down by the sea, and there was no news at all.
Could it be? Is it true that as the thief in Gaoyanei said, my husband has died in the wilderness?
Mrs. Lin suddenly felt a sharp pain in her heart. She couldn't help but recall that Gao Yanei used a forged letter to trick her into going to the outskirts of the city. The first thing he said to her when he saw her was: "Madam, please give up. Then Lin Chong would have been there." He died in the wilderness, and the wild dogs ate up his body. Otherwise, why haven't there been any letters sent during these days?"
Yes, Mrs. Lin knows her husband's temperament. He will never leave her alone. There are many difficulties. As long as he is alive, he will definitely find a way to send news. It has been more than half a year since he was betrothed, except when he first arrived in Cangzhou. I was sent a message by someone else, but to this day there is no news.
Thinking of this, Mrs. Lin couldn't help herself anymore. A piece of white silk that had been prepared for a long time passed through the beam and was tied into a tight knot by a pair of bare hands. This was something Mrs. Lin had prepared half a year ago. It was to prevent Gao Yanei from hanging himself from a rafter if force came, but now, it seems that there is no need to wait for that day.
"This happened because of me. Since we are unlikely to meet each other again in this life, I will follow the official. We have been married for several years, and it was a waste of ninety days to marry Dongjun... Official, go slowly on the road to Huangquan, Zhenniang is here. Already..."
The soft stool fell over, her jade feet flew into the air, and along with a burst of difficulty breathing, Mrs. Lin felt that her soul was about to leave her body and fly to the road to hell, so that she could trace the back of her husband...
Downstairs, Zou Run happened to have revealed his identity and was explaining the situation to Coach Zhang who was lying in bed. Fortunately, his hearing was far better than ordinary people. The unusual muffled sound upstairs attracted his attention. For a moment, Zou Run was thinking Rudian secretly said, "Not good!"
Then he went upstairs like a whirlwind and walked outside the door. Hearing the groaning sound of struggle coming from inside, he immediately used up all his strength and slammed into it. A mere jujube wood door and window burst open like a piece of paper. Come.
"Sister-in-law, no!"
Soon enough, Zou Run swiped his right hand towards his lower back, and got a cold-light sharp blade in his hand. He bent his knees, exhaled loudly, and raised himself up on the ground. With a wave of the sharp blade in his hand, the fine Bai Ling In response to the sound, Mrs. Lin's delicate body leaned back and fell!
"Lady!"
Jin'er happened to come in and screamed in pain. Zou Run had quick eyes and quick hands. He immediately rolled to the ground and stood up to hold on. Instructor Zhang also walked up the stairs. Seeing this scene, he was so frightened that he could not speak.
The three of them hurriedly helped Mrs. Lin to the bed. Due to the big barrier between men and women, Zou Run had to direct Jin'er to rescue her. Fortunately, Zou Run found out in time. Although Mrs. Lin's face was as golden as paper, her heartbeat was still there. , just loosen your belt, pinch the person's middle part, and help it flow smoothly.
The group was so anxious that they were sweating profusely, and Coach Zhang was running around in circles, but could not help at all. Fortunately, after Jin'er was busy with a cup of tea, Mrs. Lin finally woke up.
Only then did Coach Zhang burst into tears.
"My son! Why did he commit suicide! It scared dad to death..."
Jin'er, who was sweating profusely and almost exhausted, couldn't help crying, but all this seemed to have nothing to do with Mrs. Lin. Her lips were white as snow, her eyes were dull, and her three souls and seven souls seemed to fly to the ninth level of the sky. He murmured:
"Guardian, Zhen Niang is here..."
No matter how young Teacher Zhang cries, no matter how Jin'er shouts, Madam Lin seems to be suffering from amnesia. Words from the outside world can't attract her attention at all. There is no greater sorrow than the death of the heart. This is what he said. Bar.
Fortunately, Zou Run was quick to think. He took out a handkerchief from his arms and waved it in front of Mrs. Lin's eyes!
Mrs. Lin's eyes suddenly shrank, and her eyes seemed to be focused. Her breathing became heavy. Regardless of her physical weakness, she snatched the square handkerchief from Zou Run's hand, turned it over and over, and kept looking through it. Wu Zi said anxiously:
"Yes! Yes! This is the handkerchief I gave to the official in the bag of clothes in front of Kaifeng Mansion, but I sewed it myself, hoping that he would use it to wipe his sweat on the way..."
