It was Yue Pengju who was leading the way. His body was soaked with sweat. At this time, his heart was burning like a ball of fire. Only a few days ago, he found out the news that a great chaos broke out in the Kingdom of Jin, Zong Wang was dead, and all the members of the envoy were killed by the great prince Zong. John detained.
Deep down in his heart, he originally disapproved of his wife's mission to the Kingdom of Jin. However, it was hard to disobey the king's orders. How could he know that going there would not be a wolf's den or a tiger's den? He has measured it many times these days. Although Jin Wushu was defeated at sea, the balance of power between Song and Jin has not fundamentally changed. The Jin country still has an overwhelming advantage. So, even if the peace talks are held, how sincere will they be
I'm afraid that a large number of gifts from the Song Dynasty and the lives of many envoys were wasted.
He was deeply worried about his wife and afraid of great changes on the border, so he immediately informed Wu Jie, leaving the mature and prudent Yu Peng to garrison, and led his troops there himself.
In the north of Yanjing, everyone dismounted and walked in the dark. The spies' map showed that Zong Han's residence was in the north, and all the envoys of the Song Dynasty were detained in his palace in the north and had not yet been moved.
The moonlight shines on everyone. They are all wearing plain clothes of the Jin Army, which were captured during the naval battle. There is also Chaci, a Khitan general who followed him. Chaci has paid gold for many years. In order to preserve its strength, the Jin Army pays tribute every day. Before the First World War, the Khitan and other Han armies always acted as the vanguard, and they did not feel bad about the losses. Chaci was captured twice by Yue Pengju's army, and he spared his life. Later, he followed the Song army wholeheartedly. He was proficient in Jurchen dialect. , was more familiar with the streets and alleys of Yanjing, so Yue Pengju took him along on the road to prepare for surprise.
Following Chaci's prompt, everyone stopped. Yue Pengju ordered: "You disperse and wait first. Using the fireworks as a signal, Chaci and I will go to the eldest prince's mansion to investigate..."
His important subordinate Wang Gui immediately said: "No, Mr. Yue cannot take such a big risk himself."
At this time, the worry for his wife has surpassed everything else, so what adventure is there? He waved his hand: "Everyone, listen to the order and just act according to the plan."
"Mr. Yue..."
He waved his hand, and Wang Gui knew that he could no longer persuade him, so he had no choice but to lead his men and horses to cover back.
In the distance, Hua Rong could see the lanterns still shining under the dense tents. At this time, the people around him were not completely asleep. In the summer, the sounds of cattle and sheep and the sounds of birds were everywhere. sound.
She picked off a leaf, put it to her mouth, and played the song "Die Lian Hua".
No one comes! Queen Mother Wei never came as promised.
She continued to play, fearing that Queen Mother Wei would not hear her. However, she still did not come.
She was panicking. She was about to come to the door, but she didn't dare. Zong Han must have laid an ambush around Empress Dowager Wei. If she went there by herself, she would just fall into a trap.
In the middle of the night, she finally couldn't bear it any longer and boldly approached the tent quietly. However, only halfway there, she saw someone flashing through the darkness. It was the Jurchen army, closely monitoring the Empress Dowager Wei. These were sent by Zong Han. Yes, he thought, this is the best and only way to catch Hua Rong.
Hua Rong didn't dare to get any closer, so she turned around and headed back.
Halfway through, she suddenly heard a thin voice: "Brother..." A figure jumped out of the woods and took her hand.
She was surprised and asked in a low voice: "Zhahe, why are you here?"
He was happy and frightened: "I'm waiting for you. These days, I've been secretly waiting for you here and in the stone house. I'm afraid you won't pay attention to me anymore... Little brother, have I offended you in any way... "
"No, you're fine." She thought Jin Wushu said he had been beaten, so she asked lightly: "Zhahe, you were beaten? How were you injured?"
This was the first time that Zhahe had experienced this kind of soft concern from a woman. He rubbed his hands and felt very embarrassed, "It's okay, it's okay. I'll be fine two days after the beating..."
Hua Rong saw that his legs were still slightly lame, how could he be okay? Looking at his clothes, he looks very nondescript.
"Brother, I was afraid that someone would follow me, so I changed my clothes like you did..."
Hua Rong smiled slightly, feeling relieved.
Zhahe saw a smile in her voice. Under the moonlight, but smelling the soft and fresh fragrance on her body, he felt excited and said, "Brother, are you going to find the Queen Mother?"
"Yes, I want to take her away, but I don't know how to ask her out."
"Don't worry, I'll make an appointment for you later."
She hesitated: "Not tonight, someone is watching."
"Little brother, don't worry, I will find a way."
"Zhahe, is it too dangerous?"
"It's okay, just look at me."
Under the moonlight, he saw the foreign woman beside him, looking at him with worry, her face as soft as a nasturtium blooming in the night, and for some reason, he felt excited and proud, and had an indescribable and sweet feeling. And the impulse seems to be that he wants to be a hero in front of her, and he will be satisfied with whatever she wants.
Hua Rong couldn't stop him by calling him, so she had to follow him back.
Walking to the dense forest in front of the tent, Zhahe whispered: "Wait for me here."
"Okay, you have to be careful."
After Zhahe took a few steps, Hua Rong still felt uneasy: "Be careful."
"Brother, I can do it."
Hua Rong was afraid of the pursuers, so she still didn't dare to stay on the ground. She quietly jumped onto a tree, with a wider view. Her heart was pounding, and she didn't know what the outcome would be. Queen Mother Wei, would she leave
At this time, Queen Mother Wei was lying on the exotic cow felt. The hard wooden board was surrounded by the smell of cow dung. The firewood that was not fully burned made the room very smoky and uncomfortable.
Beside her, lying next to her, was a Jurchen veteran, smelling of wine and sheep. He was a retired centurion and liked drinking. He had no other bad habits and had never beaten or scolded her.
Countless nights like this, I always think of the "big prison with fine clothes and fine food" in the Song Dynasty - for many women, the palace is just a prison in disguise, where they can only spend their youth slowly.
She was not favored by Song Huizong because of her unremarkable appearance. The first time she was favored was because of the intercession of her good sister Qiao Guifei. She got the emperor drunk and made him fall into bed by mistake. Unexpectedly, on this night, she was lucky enough. Pregnant and gave birth to son Zhao Deji.
Countless maids envied her good luck, but who would have thought that after this night, for more than 20 years, she would never gain any favor from the emperor again, and even the title of "virtuous concubine" would not apply to her. The official gave the son a gift when he was sent to resist the Jin people.
Like other concubines, she did not feel any guilt or concern for Song Huizong. She was also a very timid woman and did not dare to fight. She was resigned to the situation in the laundry house and married a Jurchen veteran, so she had to serve carefully. However, , who could have thought that one day, they would see the envoys of the Song Dynasty? Not to mention that under such circumstances, I was pregnant with Liujia - carrying the evil seed of a captive. How could I go back and face the emperor of the Song Dynasty, my own son
I don’t dare to go back! But I have no face to go back!
Listening to Hua Rong's call, she sat up and lay down again and again. The situation in Jin country was like this. Even if she went out, could two women escape alone
Beside her, the sweaty Jurchen veteran snored like thunder. Her heart trembled. She just had to go back to the Song Dynasty. From then on, she would be the Queen Mother. From then on, the palace would no longer be a prison, and she would become the most noble woman. .
Going back
Stay in the Kingdom of Jin and continue to be a slave
She caressed her bulging belly, couldn't help but beat it twice hard, as if she wanted to beat the evil creature out. However, except for a heart-piercing pain, the little life was still tight. The earth occupied her belly and refused to show weakness, allowing her mother to be freed.
She turned over again in despair, only to hear shouts outside. The Jurchen veterans beside her were also awakened. They jumped up, ran barefoot to the door, lifted the curtain, and cursed loudly: "Damn, the family's cow has escaped. ... No, the horse ran away and caught fire... "
She was startled and staggered to the door. She saw several tents in the distance, with flames blazing into the sky and horses neighing and dogs barking. Although the Jurchen tents were separated, there was still primitive collective cooperation, especially the horses. Many people were They are all gathered together. If the horses run away, there is a prairie in front of them. Once they enter and cross the river, it will be very difficult to find them back.
In the chaos, all the adult men went out to look for horses, and all the women got up to put out the fire.
The Jurchen veteran also hurriedly went out. When he looked back, he saw his wife's face full of panic. He quickly said in Jurchen words: "If you are pregnant, don't go out. It's dangerous..." After saying that, he saw that Webster was still where he was, pressing his stomach, as if he was in pain, and then He turned back and pulled her onto the bed: "Lie down and don't go out."
She nodded hurriedly, and it was true that she couldn't run away.
As soon as the Jurchen veteran went out, she was about to go to bed when she saw a figure running in.
She could clearly see that he was a Jurchen man, and she was shocked.
Zhahe whispered: "I'm looking for you, my brother is looking for you... I won't harm you, it's from the Song Dynasty... I'm looking for you..."
Wei Shi was startled and frightened, so Zhahe went to carry her, but she hurriedly stepped back: "No, I won't go..."
Zhahe thought it was Hua Rong who saved her and she would definitely leave. Unexpectedly, she refused to leave at all. He had no choice but to sweat profusely. As soon as he reached out to pull her, she ran outside the tent.
At this time, there was chaos everywhere, and people were on their backs everywhere. Wei Shi stood at the door in panic, and was about to shout, but saw someone running over again, lowering his voice: "Queen Mother Wei, it's me, I'm here to pick you up..."
She immediately recognized the woman she had seen before, and took a step back with mixed feelings.
Hua Rong said anxiously: "Queen Mother, please leave with me quickly. If you wait any longer, you will have no chance..."
She took another step back: "Girl, please leave quickly. With this broken body, I have no face to return to the Song Dynasty, let alone face the officials..."
"Queen Mother, the official family misses you every day..."
Tears streamed down her face, and while she was hesitating, Hua Rong had already taken her hand and turned to leave.
After taking a few steps, she finally found it difficult to move. Zhahe squatted down and carried her on his back. She screamed, her abdomen hurting like a knot, and she screamed.
At this moment, Hua Rong realized so clearly that she was pregnant! Queen Mother Wei is pregnant!
She hurriedly said: "Zhahe, put her down quickly."
Zhahe put her down and Hua Rong supported her. Empress Dowager Wei burst into tears: "Girl, I am not very lucky. I am afraid that in a short time, I will become a lonely ghost in a foreign land. Just report it to the officials and say that I am dead." Death, tell him not to worry about it..."
At this time, several torches suddenly approached, and loud shouts were heard: "Hurry, catch them quickly..."
Webster struggled back into the house and shouted: "Let's go, you guys go quickly..."
Hua Rong couldn't help it any more, so she yelled "Zhahe" and ran forward.
The Jin army immediately determined their direction and pursued them with all their might.
Zhahe heard the sound of bows and arrows from behind, and quickly took Hua Rong's hand, but felt that her palm was cold, so he hurriedly said: "Little brother..."
Hua Rong was panting. Hearing that the pursuers behind him were getting more and more urgent, he hurriedly let go of Zhahe's hand: "Zhahe, leave quickly and leave me alone..."
"no."
"Escape separately. Only by separation can you escape..."
Zhahe immediately let go of her hand, but after running a few steps, although he was innocent, he turned around and saw her lagging behind, and immediately realized that she didn't want to implicate him, so he turned around and ran back, holding her hand hard and running away.
Random arrows shot out in the darkness, falling behind from time to time.
Another arrow came, as if it had grazed his vest. Hua Rong felt cold and his body was pushed away. He only heard a suppressed scream.