The sunlight casts a mottled light and shadow around the hunting platform through the shade of the trees, and the edge of the hunting platform has become sparse.
King Zhennan, many soldiers and most of the young children have already gone hunting in the mountains.
Xiao Yi couldn't wait to take Nangong Yue to hunt, so he dismissed Fu Yunhe, Xiao Luan, and Xiao Fei casually, and let them play by themselves.
Besides, according to his experience, hunting is such a good "opportunity"...
Xiao Yi winked at Fu Yunhe, Fu Yunhe understood, smiled and pulled Han Qixia away. He begged a Nanliang horse from his eldest brother, and was planning to give it to his cousin Xia today.
Seeing Xiao Yi and the people around Nangong Yue scattered away, Xiao Hui, who was lingering in the air above, seemed to sense something, and flew towards Xiao Yi and the others, screaming. He also attracted them, imitating Xiao Hui and howling endlessly.
Guan Yubai and Xiao Si followed Han Yu, Xiao Yi looked up at the double eagles in the air, and said with a smile: "Xiao Bai, let's go quickly. You can see that Han Yu can't wait!"
Guan Yubai also raised his eyes to look at the blue sky, the sun was rising at the moment, the sun was not too big, the blue sky was cloudless, and he saw the two eagles, one white and one gray, frolicking and frolicking. Looking at it, I feel suddenly enlightened.
The corner of Guan Yubai's mouth twitched into a shallow smile, his eyes reflected a bright light in the sunlight, and said, "Han Yu, let's go hunting!"
Speaking of which, since he adopted Xiao Hanyu, he has been running for the war, and he has never played around with Xiao Hanyu. Fortunately, Xiao Hui can play with Han Yu, so Han Yu can grow into what he is now. .
Even Xiao Si at the side was a little eager to try, the corners of his mouth pursed into a straight line almost couldn't be suppressed to rise.
It seems that it has been a long time since I have been so relaxed and comfortable...
The clever Zhuzi hurriedly ordered people to bring the horses of the people over, and everyone got on their horses one after another, picked a path at random and headed towards the forest.
The reason why Nangong Yue chose the location of the Spring Hunting in the Qingyuan Mountain area was because on the one hand, it was because of the beautiful mountains and clear waters nearby, and those wives and girls could go for outings in the nearby lakes and go boating on the lake; on the other hand, the mountains here Gentle and not steep, it is suitable for horseback riding, and it is also convenient for hunters to hunt deep into the jungle.
Since everyone didn't intend to join in the fun and compete for the victory, they walked leisurely along the mountain road, admiring the beautiful scenery in the mountains and forests. In the depths of the dense forest, the air is fresher than that of the camp outside, exuding a faint atmosphere unique to the mountains and forests. Wisps of sunlight shine through the layers of branches and leaves on the branches, mountain roads, and wild flowers. The sound of jingle and mountain spring ding-dong are intertwined, which makes people feel refreshed.
Xiao Yi, Nangong Yue, and Guan Yubai and his party couldn't help but immerse themselves in it, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains and forests... until there was a sound of "russling" in front of them, and there was a commotion in the woods, and the birds flew around in panic, like It was a huge boulder that was suddenly thrown into the originally calm lake water, stirring up waves.
Even if Xiao Yi and the others don't go there, they can guess that Xiao Hui and Han Yu are chasing the bird again to play a prank.
Everyone looked at each other in blank dismay, Xiao Yi laughed outright bluntly, his hearty laughter echoed in the mountains and forests, and even Guan Yubai and Nangong Yue were affected by him, with smiles on their lips, only the little one was as black as coal. His Han Yu was completely taken away by Xiao Shizi's gray eagle.
"Srustling..."
The vibration of leaves and the fluttering of birds came one after another, going east, west, south, and north for a while. The two eagles seemed to have arrived at their paradise. They were extremely excited, especially Han Yu, whose cries were so loud. Excited slightly high-pitched.
After walking for another half an hour, they could no longer hear the sound of birds around them. Obviously, they were scared away by the two eagles. The eagle is not only the overlord of the sky, but also the owner of many small animals on the ground. Natural enemies, the animals around here seem to be hiding... Unknowingly, wherever they go, there is silence.
Nangong Yue burst out laughing suddenly, the silver bell-like laughter attracted Xiao Yi's attention, Xiao Yi raised his eyebrows and looked at Nangong Yue, even if he thought he knew Nangong Yue, he couldn't figure out what she was laughing at.
Meeting Xiao Yi's suspicious eyes, Nangong Yue said with a smile on her face, "I was thinking, if we come out with Xiao Hui and Han Yu, we might return without success today."
As she said that, she looked around and saw that the area around them was quiet for tens of feet, those little animals were scared by Xiao Hui and Han Yu, and they probably would not want to come out for a long time.
She just said it casually, but it attracted Xiao Yi's dissatisfied eyes.
"Ah Yue, do you think I will make you hungry?" Xiao Yi deliberately frowned and condemned her, as if to say, you also underestimate me.
Nangong Yue's heart skipped a beat. With Xiao Yi's temperament, he might want to show off his riding and shooting skills.
Sure enough, Xiao Yi continued to say in the next moment: "Ah Yue, do you believe that I can catch the prey within half an hour?"
Nangong Yue looked at him sincerely, and was about to express her deep trust, when she saw Xiao Yi frowned and subconsciously looked back, as did Xiao Si beside him.
Could it be that someone is coming
Nangong Yue intuitively followed their gazes, and soon heard a rush of hooves, as if someone was galloping in this direction.
At first everyone thought it was other people hunting in the hunting ground, and they continued to move forward, but as the sound of horseshoes getting closer, clearer and faster, Xiao Yi, Guan Yubai and Xiao Si could feel it faintly. People come for them.
"Ah Yue..." Xiao Yi gestured for Nangong Yue to stop the horse.
Everyone "wowed" and reined in the horse rope. After a while, the person chasing the horse caught their eyes and shouted loudly: "Master! Master!"
It's Zhu Xing.
Of course Zhu Xing would not come to them for no reason, Xiao Yi squinted his eyes, and a sharp light flashed in his eyes.
Soon, Zhu Xing rode his horse and came to the front. He quickly dismounted from the horse, threw the rope aside casually, strode forward, and saluted with fists clasped.
Zhu Xing looked anxious, his forehead was covered with cold sweat, and said: "Master, Aunt Mei was assassinated and died three hours ago at a place more than ten miles away from Luoyue City."
Hearing this, Nangong Yue's heart sank, her brows were slightly frowned, and her face was full of shock and suspicion.
Who would assassinate an aunt
Indeed, Aunt Mei is the aunt of King Zhennan, and she is still pregnant, but after all, she is just an aunt.
Nangong Yue had always suspected that there was something wrong with Aunt Mei's origin, that's why she asked Zhu Xing to investigate her origin, but before they found out the result, Aunt Mei was killed!
Nangong Yue's lips were pursed into a straight line, and the more she thought about it, the more uneasy she became, and she always felt an ominous premonition.
Everyone got off their horses.
After taking a breath, Zhu Xing quickly explained to the two guards how he was assassinated by two men in black while escorting Aunt Mei back to Luoyue City, and then continued: "Master, those two men in black After the man succeeded, he retreated immediately. The two guards left one to guard Aunt Mei's body and the carriage, and the Wang guard, who was less injured, rushed to the hunting ground to report to the prince... Before he reached the camp, he was stopped by his subordinates Come down and report to the son of the world first."
In this hunting camp, in addition to the regular guards of the palace, Zhu Xing also arranged for the guards of Bixiaotang to strengthen the defense. After all, the prince and concubine are here, there must be no difference.
Therefore, without Xiao Yi's permission, no one can step into this camp.
Xiao Yi nodded his head slightly, and didn't say anything. There were thousands of thoughts in his mind, and he couldn't sort out his thoughts for a while.
Zhu Xing stood with his hands tied, waiting for the order. Although the guard was stopped, Aunt Mei's death cannot be kept hidden for long.
At this time, Guan Yubai asked aloud: "Ayi, is this Aunt Mei your father's aunt?"
Xiao Yi nodded. He didn't know much about Aunt Mei, so Nangong Yue simply told about Aunt Mei, starting from how Aunt Mei was sent to the mansion by Mrs. Qiao and talking about the Orion in Lijia Village. A family, and then there was the father-son confrontation that happened in Xiao Yi's tent yesterday, in which it was natural to mention that Aunt Mei and the former concubine Dafang's look somewhat similar...
As she said that, Nangong Yue looked at Xiao Yi worriedly, but she saw that Xiao Yi's peach blossom eyes were still clear, with doubts and thoughts in them, but no haze.
Nangong Yue was secretly relieved, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly, yes, her A Yi has never been mediocre, once she thinks about it, it's over.
After Nangong Yue finished speaking, the surroundings became quiet, only the rustling of the wind blowing the branches and leaves.
Guan Yubai pondered for a moment, tapped his index finger lightly, and said slowly: "If my guess is correct, this should be a game set by Aunt Mei's life. Did the person who knew how to play chess let Aunt Mei know that she is an abandoned child?"
As soon as the words fell, another gust of spring breeze blew, gently brushing the cheeks of everyone, as if everything was the same as before.
Guan Yubai continued: "Murder is either for silence, or for hatred, or for gaining some kind of benefit from the death of the deceased..."
So the question is, if Aunt Mei is dead, who can benefit from it? !
Thinking of this, everyone's eyes turned to Xiao Yi.
"Young Master Guan is right." Nangong Yue nodded, and said with a half-smile, "Aunt Mei is pregnant, maybe she will give birth to a concubine."
In the eyes of outsiders, the eldest son Xiao Yi and Zhennan King have always been at odds. If Zhennan King had another son, it would naturally be a threat to Xiao Yi. As the saying goes, parents love young children. With Zhennan King's temper, it's hard to say what this bastard would do if he could get his favor.
Nangong Yue squinted her eyes, and continued: "The incident in the camp yesterday was a turmoil. Everyone knows that Ah Yi wants to drive Aunt Mei back to Luoyue City..."
This also means that Xiao Yi has deep dissatisfaction with Aunt Mei. At this time, once Aunt Mei has an accident, the King of Zhennan will easily "distort" Xiao Yi's dissatisfaction as hatred and killing of Aunt Mei. meaning.
Seeing Nangong Yue's complexion becoming more and more dignified, Xiao grabbed Nangong Yue's plain hand, and gently scratched her palm with his fingertips to calm her emotions.
The corner of his mouth twitched, and he said casually: "Now that Aunt Mei died on the road, my father may think that I did it. With my father's temper, even a little suspicion is enough to provoke conflicts between us father and son. "
indeed so. If the opponent was the first to attack, Xiao Yi's temperament would never be willing to explain in the face of King Zhennan's doubts and anger. Even when there is nothing to do on weekdays, the two fathers and sons usually dislike each other when they meet, not to mention the death of Aunt Mei.
Now that Xiao Yi has the military power in his hands, in the end, if Zhennan King insists on abolishing the son, maybe the two father and son will fight against each other. !
Xiao Yi raised his eyebrows, changed his tone, and said in a tone almost bystander: "For the planners behind the scenes, once the Zhennan Palace is in chaos, the southern border will naturally be in chaos. I hope that the civil strife in southern border, There are about two groups of people who can't take care of themselves, the first..." He stretched out an index finger, pointed to the sky, alluding to the emperor, but the emperor is now in a state of desperation because of the affairs of the princes, and I am afraid that he is not in the mood to pay attention to Nan Territory.
"Second," Xiao Yi added another middle finger, "I'm afraid it's Baiyue, Xiaobai, am I right?"
Guan Yubai looked at Xiao Yi with a smile, nodded and said, "Ah Yi, you and I thought about going together."
Xiao Yi raised his eyebrows slightly, guessing and said: "Kuilang? Nuhar? Or..."
Guan Yubai tapped his finger, and said: "If there is civil strife in southern Xinjiang, you will not be able to distract yourself from dealing with Baiyue, Yi. At first glance, this matter seems to be beneficial to Nuhar, but..." His eyes With a slight smile, his clear eyes seemed to be able to see through everything easily, "Now Nuhar is in Luoyue City, and it is difficult to escape. The civil strife in southern Xinjiang will not benefit him substantially, but will make him never return. Therefore, this It should not be Nuhal's fault."
"If it wasn't for Nuhar..." Nangong Yue almost murmured thinking. that would be...
"Six princes!"
"Carrero!"
The three of them blurted out almost at the same time, and then all laughed.
Nuhal is now in danger of protecting himself. Kui Lang was thousands of miles away, and this step-by-step arrangement was obviously beyond his ability.
Therefore, the remaining candidates out of ten are the sixth prince of Baiyue, Carrero.
In this way, the inference is established.
Once the southern border is in chaos, Xiao Yi will not be in the mood to pay attention to the affairs of Baiyue in a short time. Carrero took the opportunity to order someone to kill Nuhar who was "guest" in Luoyue City, so that Baiyue would naturally return to the hands of the two brothers. It's all in order.
"Ayi," Guan Yubai's warm eyes flashed a gleam, and he said again, "I suspect that Carrero should be in Luoyue City now."
Nangong Yue and Xiao Yi glanced at each other, and they both agreed with Guan Yubai's opinion.
Aunt Mei has been lurking in the palace for several months. Even though many Baiyue spies in Luoyue City were uprooted due to Xiao Ni's incident before, Aunt Mei did nothing and showed no flaws. With a special mission, now she suddenly started to take actions again and again, probably because of Shangfeng's instructions.
Combined with Carrero's disappearance in Baiyue, it is very likely that he took the opportunity to come to Luoyue City.
Nangong Yue was thoughtful, her thoughts were spinning, and she said thoughtfully: "Ayi, in the whole incident, it should be a 'coincidence' that Mrs. Qiao bought Aunt Mei," or in other words, Qiao Xingyao and his wife were calculated." Otherwise, Aunt Mei doesn't need to forge her identity so hard, she just needs to ask Mrs. Qiao to buy her from a human tooth. But... "
Nangong Yue paused for a moment, then raised her eyes to meet Xiao Yi's eyes, "But it's probably not a coincidence that Xiao Fang sent Aunt Mei to the king father. Combined with the collusion between Fang's third house and Baiyue, Mei The aunt should have been sent to the father on purpose by Xiao Fang."
Xiao Yi's eyes were as deep as the sea, and he didn't speak for a long time. The right hand that was clasped with Nangong Yue moved slightly, and he clasped his fingers with her, as if he had gained strength from it.
He smiled, as bright as the morning sun, with a murderous look in his eyes: "So, now is a good opportunity!"
Guan Yubai and Xiao Yi looked at each other and smiled, as clear as water.
Two young people stood facing each other, one laughed wildly and the other smiled softly, but they both showed the sharpness of an eagle, that kind of eyes aimed at the prey and vowed not to let go.
In the final analysis, both of them are essentially generals galloping on the battlefield.
Guan Yubai looked at Zhu Xing again, and asked, "Zhu Xing, since Aunt Mei was sent back to the palace, she must have a maid by her side to wait on the road, is that maid still alive?"
Zhu Xing was stunned, because the little maid was insignificant, he forgot to mention it just now, and hurriedly replied, "Back to Lord Hou, although the maid named Lancao was a little frightened, it's fine. The guard Wang probably wanted her to As a testimony, I brought them back together.”
The smile on the corner of Guan Yubai's mouth deepened, that would be the best, and he ordered: "Bring me quickly!"
Zhu Xing glanced at Xiao Yi, seeing that he had no objection, he clasped his fists in response.
He flew on his horse and rode away.
They wanted to wait here for Zhu Xing to come back, so it was inconvenient to continue walking, Nangong Yue simply suggested: "Ah Yi, Mr. Guan, let's take a nap here."
As soon as the words fell, the eagle's cry came from the sky not far away, and when I looked up, I saw two eagles began to fly back...
The corner of Xiao Si's mouth slightly raised, and he thought: Han Yu still has some conscience after all.
The next moment, the white eagle and the gray eagle in mid-air swooped down towards them, with their wings spread out, and they dropped something suddenly about two feet away from the ground, and there were two consecutive "dongdong" sounds. And the two eagles soared up into the air again, screaming triumphantly.
Nangong Yue stared at the two badgers left by Shuangying on the ground, and couldn't help laughing: "Han Yu has learned how to hunt."
It seems that Xiao Hui has returned from playing, and has not forgotten the business.
Xiao Yi smiled triumphantly, as if he had hunted it, and said: "Come on, let's roast these two badgers, and don't disappoint Xiao Hui and Han Yu."
So Baihui and Zhuzi got busy, collecting firewood and making a fire, while Xiao Yi volunteered to deal with the prey, and he called it: his knife skill is the best.
Xiao Yi sat casually on a rock, and skillfully wielded a knife. His knife skills were extremely good. Under the sunlight, the silver light of the knife flashed, and the animal skin was quickly separated, leaving behind The bright red flesh and the strong smell of blood...
To be honest, the bloody look looked a little scary, but Nangong Yue didn't care, she was a doctor, and she had seen bloody scenes before, but she was admiring Xiao Yi's sword skills with admiring eyes .
When Zhu Xing rushed here with the little maid named Lancao, what he saw was such a bloody scene.
It was just skinning the prey. Of course Zhu Xing didn't change his face, but the blue grass's face was even more ugly, his body shook slightly, and Aunt Mei's appearance before her death appeared in his mind. When the chest was pulled out, hot blood spurted out quickly and splashed on her cheeks, the corner of her mouth could almost taste the hot and salty taste of blood, and Aunt Mei's eyes were almost bulging out...
"Ouch..."
Lancao hurriedly covered her mouth and almost didn't spit it out, but after experiencing life and death, her reason actually suppressed her physical impulse.
She tried her best to adjust her gaze, not to look at Xiao Yi's bloody hands, but she was trembling in her heart.
Hearing that Master Shizi has the title of "Killing God" outside, she used to feel a little skeptical, but now seeing Master Shizi's blood-stained but nonchalant expression, she felt chills in her heart, as if the hand that was so fast The short knife, which can hardly be followed by eyes, will cut her throat in the next moment...
Lancao's feet softened, she knelt down with a plop, and said in a trembling voice: "My lord, slave... I don't know anything." Let her die!