There was only one blond young woman left in the room. There was a hint of blush on her white cheeks, a pair of charming dimples, and a proud body. The whole room was filled with a strange kind of carelessness. Lazy mood. The ebony window lattice is inlaid with frosted carved glass from the Western Continent, which separates the cold wind outside into another world. The wintersweet outside the window is swaying and flying in the cold wind, and fine snowflakes are scattered from the endless sky. , the dark sky is like a dead face, which always makes people feel uncomfortable.
"Alas," a soft sigh came out of her bright red lips, and she put down the book she picked up in her hand. She sat on the sofa for half the afternoon, seemingly unable to cheer up for anything, even the things she usually liked very much. "The Romance of the West Chamber" also struggled to attract conscious interest. She always felt weak throughout her body. The blond young woman twisted her body and curled up into a ball as much as possible to make her body more comfortable. It has been a while since I received a letter from Ai Lang. It seems that there is suddenly a missing backbone in my life, and everything has become so boring. In fact, when it comes to news, Angel can still keep track of her lover's actions at any time. She also knows how busy her lover is during this period. She does not expect her lover to have time in such a tense situation. I write a personal letter to myself, but subconsciously I always hope that my lover can remember my birthday, even if it is just a message, but it seems that this wish is too idealistic, and my lover does not seem to be like this. A person with romantic ideas.
A touch of sadness slowly climbed up the young woman's smooth forehead. The wine filled her heart and turned into tears of lovesickness. She had not drank yet, but her heart seemed to be filled with lovesickness.
"Miss, miss!" The surprise cheers of his maid sounded outside the door.
"What's wrong?" She frowned in displeasure. The blonde brushed her fluffy hair and adjusted her long skirt. Did her uncle come to see her? My uncle should know very well what the Miao family is planning, so why are they still looking for him? I have made my attitude clear, doesn't my uncle understand
The purpose of the Miao family's search for them must be to solve the problem of the large-scale iron ore mine in Lulong. Gu Ji has already informed him that the Miao family secretly colluded with the Taiping Army in Lulong and other places in Beiyuan. The source of many weapons in the Taiping Army was from the surface. It seems that there are smugglers from all over the world and the Kaman Empire, but after careful investigation by Wufeng's security department, it is found that there are many hidden secrets here. Many wealthy people in the empire have secretly participated in the smuggling of the Taiping Army, and participated in The scale is still quite large and the degree of participation is quite deep. Otherwise, the supply savings of the Taiping Army will not be enough to support such a long and large-scale war. Even with the support of the Kaman people, it is impossible. Among them, the Miao family is the first. Although It's well hidden, but it's not easy to hide such large-scale goods in and out from people who are interested, especially since the Northwest Army has been victorious in several recent battles, and many senior Taiping Army leaders have been persuaded to surrender by prisoners. After becoming a general, he obtained many high-level secrets. The issue of the ownership of Lulong's mines has not yet been decided, but the news that the Miao family's mines have been sealed off by the local government has spread to the capital. It should be said that the Miao family's power should have made a splash in the imperial court, but the Miao family has never been able to If you dare to make any strong moves, there must be something fishy in it, and Angel naturally knows it.
The relationship between himself and Ai Lang cannot be hidden from anyone who cares, especially those in the upper echelons of the empire who are well-informed, not to mention that his uncle doesn't seem to want to hide anything about it. But she also knew that the Miao family had sent people to ask for her again and again, and she did not want to make any statement on this issue until she got Ai Lang's clear opinion, so as not to affect her Ai Lang's arrangements and plans. She did not agree with breaking up with the Miao family at this time. On the other hand, his uncle seems to be more willing to take this opportunity to build a relationship with the Miao family. Although he doesn't know Wu Feng's attitude, his uncle doesn't seem to be worried about anything. Maybe this is the experience of his scheming uncle. Maybe he knows clearly about love at this time. Lang would not easily fall out with the Miao family, who had deep connections in the empire's ruling and opposition parties. Of course, using the things in his hands to achieve a result that is satisfactory to both parties should be a result that both parties can accept, but this requires time and opportunity, and requires each other's support. Patience and sincerity on both sides.
The door was pushed open hard, and Angel looked at the maid running in from the door angrily. However, the angry look on the girl's face was immediately diluted by the roses in the maid's hands. The fiery red roses suddenly It brings a touch of freshness and joy to a somewhat dull room, and even reveals a touch of affection.
"Who sent it?" There was already some feeling in her heart, and even her voice was trembling a little. Angel's heart was beating loudly, and she suddenly became nervous. Her blue eyes did not want to hide her expectation at all.
"Who is the lady most looking forward to sending it to?" The maid put her other hand behind her back somewhat mischievously. Relying on her master's love for her, the maid tilted her head and asked with a smile.
"Damn girl, how dare you tease me?" A blush crept up her cheeks, but Angel quickly regained her composure, "Is it him?"
"Well, miss's wish came true. It was really sent by Mr. Li." The maid's face was filled with bright sunshine, and she was sincerely happy for her master. "There is another gift here, but I don't know what it is. What exactly is it.”
Angel received the exquisite box handed over by the maid, and her heart moved. It was a gift box that clearly had the appearance of the Western Continent. It is usually the packaging style of lovers sending love gifts to each other, with gorgeous feather packaging and exquisite silk satin bows. , it looked like it was produced by a professional gift shop. I didn’t expect that my lover would have such thoughts. Angel’s resentment and disappointment just now have long been forgotten. The brilliance on the jade makes people know at a glance that this is a woman who has fallen into a love trap. Women no longer have the elegant demeanor that they just meditated on.
After untying the ribbon, Angel's eyes lit up. A beautiful double-ringed concentric knot was penetrated by a golden arrow. Above it, a flying angel was slowly flying away. What a delicate jade carving! With a dazed expression and affection in her eyes, Angel gently pressed the jade pendant on Gao Long's chest. For a moment, she forgot where she was. The maid also quietly left quietly, closing the door gently, leaving only His master stayed alone in the room quietly savoring this rare gift.
Situ Biao waited anxiously. This period of time was like a year. He was in an unspeakable state of anxiety every day. Many times, he even suspected that he seemed to be suffering from some kind of mental illness. He was paranoid and stubborn in thinking or wanting to do something. One thing, even though I know that haste makes waste, I still can't get rid of this strange thought.
Just like today, why hasn't the messenger sent by his mother reported the situation yet? What kind of situation did his father's coma yesterday have? He must understand clearly whether it was caused by temporary discomfort or whether it was true-his urgent hope Understand something, and the clearer you understand, the better.
Damn this bunch, the news from my uncle hasn’t come back yet. I heard that the third brother is also in frequent contact with the target. The purpose is obvious. I don’t know how sure my uncle is. It’s really like what my uncle said. Are you quite sure? Situ Biao felt like he was going crazy. This tortured waiting was the most painful and unbearable. But without waiting, without pain, how could there be hope and happiness? Situ Biao knew this truth, but he still felt that this kind of life was really suffocating. He didn't know how long this kind of life would last.
Along the Shanjiang River to the west, the river water in the dry season is much less than in the wet season, but this does not affect the passenger and cargo ships traveling on the river. As the most important waterway connecting the east and west of the empire, the Shanjiang River assumed the important responsibility of connecting the central part of the empire, especially the exchange of goods between the imperial capital and the East China Sea and Jiangnan counties. In particular, the Jinling City at the intersection of the North-South Canal and the Shanjiang waterway became a It was the largest inland port in the empire and one of the most important cities in the eastern part of the empire. As long as they are not urgently needed items, many bulk goods such as grain, salt, cloth, silk, tea, etc. from the two counties of the East China Sea are transported to the imperial capital through the canal and the Shanjiang waterway. This waterway also bears an important responsibility, that is, Most of the taxes transferred from Donghai and Jiangnan counties to the imperial capital also took this waterway.
Su Qin stood on the side of the ship, looking indifferently at the navy patrol boat inspecting in the distance. It could be seen that this navy patrol boat was just going through the motions. It was probably coming to fish for the new year for himself as the owner of the boat. When he threw the prepared pouch to the inspecting sergeant openly and openly, the sergeant looked cheerful. Even Su Qin, who was standing at the stern of the boat, could feel the other party's joy. With the small flag waved by the leading sergeant, he was still pretending to mention it. The few soldiers who wanted to check with their swords and guns immediately retreated. Regardless of what the passengers in the cockpit thought, they jumped back to their patrol boat in three steps and two steps at a time. The light patrol boat left immediately, and then Run towards another target not far away.
Shaking his head slightly, Su Qin sighed. He himself didn't know how much he gained from this trip to Jiangnan. Maybe he could only tell clearly after returning to the northwest and thinking about his report in detail. This trip cost him a lot and was delayed. It lasts longer, and I have come into contact with enough people in many aspects. There are only a few who can really get on the stage, but there are only those who can establish a relationship with my own side and form an interest relationship with my own side. How much, he doesn't have much certainty in his heart. All this still needs to be determined by changes in the current situation and the thoughts of his boss.
Thinking of this, Su Qin recalled what was hidden behind the fat figure of the other party when he left. What does the active figure of the Milan people in Jiangnan mean? It seems that people from the Wuhu County Sheriff's Office often appear in Yuhang. What does this mean? It is said that the insidious and cunning Japanese were very active in the two counties of Jiangnan and Donghai. However, during the period of his stay in Jiangnan, he did not seem to have grasped the whereabouts of these guys. Even the information reflected by the intelligence system said that these guys It seems to have died down all of a sudden. There must be something weird in this, but now I don’t have much energy to study this issue. This is not something I should consider. Naturally, the empire will consider it. However, the empire is in this situation now. Su Qin I am also worried about how much energy the empire has left to deal with these matters.
His Highness the Seventh Prince seems to have no intention of returning to the Imperial Capital. The Seventh Army has also begun to conduct frequent drills. It is nominally to prevent Japanese invasion, but it is more of a land offensive and defensive drill. This does not seem to be aimed at coastal operations. Anyone with a discerning eye can clearly see the drills, but His Highness the Seventh Prince doesn’t seem to care much about it at this time.
Everything that should come will come. Although he is located in the south of the Yangtze River, Su Qin can still get the support of the powerful intelligence network in the northwest at the first time, whether it is changes in the internal affairs situation in the northwest, the progress of the Kansai war situation, or Heshuo The changes in the situation, and even the subtle changes in the situation in the imperial capital, have not been able to escape his eyes and ears. If it comes, let it come more violently.
The mountain rain is about to come, the wind is filling the buildings, and the black clouds are pressing down on the city, threatening to destroy it!
The first volume of Prancing Horse in the Central Plains ends.