"Ayi, which horse did you choose in the end?" Nangong Yue asked thoughtfully.
"The Dele family."
Xiao Yi's answer received Nangong Yue's puzzled look, she really didn't know much about Nanliang.
Even if she wanted to, it's a pity because she doesn't understand Nanliang language, and although Zhizi understands some Dayu dialect, it's only half a bucket of water. Besides, Zhizi is just a little maid who knows everything about Nanliang. Also very shallow.
Nangong Yue was about to sigh, she missed Baihui and the others deeply, with them here, what she needs to know, just give her a word, and they will naturally check it out for her, and often give her some unexpected surprises... It's not like she is in Nanliang now, she really has no one to help her.
At the same time, Xiao Yi carefully explained to his concubine: "There are three major horse dealers in Nanliang. In addition to the ancient merchants who are the imperial merchants, there are also the Dele family and the Moli family who came to offer horses this time. , the ancient family relied on their status as an imperial merchant who provided horses for the Nanliang army to overwhelm the other two. Now that the Nanliang kingdom has fallen, the ancient family appears to be in an embarrassing position and is respected by many merchants. Therefore, in just half a year, the There is a faint tendency to be caught up by the Dele family."
Nangong Yue frowned slightly, she played with the jade carving in her hand, thoughtful.
Xiao Yi disliked seeing Nangong Yue frown the most. He told her these things only because she asked, so he answered, that's all. He didn't want her to give advice, let alone worry her.
He raised his right arm, stretched out two slender and beautiful fingers to soothe the tangle between her brows, and comforted her: "Ah Yue, since Xiaobai said it was an accident, let's treat it as an accident..."
As he spoke, he pressed his entire right palm on Nangong Yue's forehead and exerted a slight force to make Nangong Yue lean back into his arms.
His chin rested on the top of her hair, and his tone was casual, but there was a bit of piercing, two points of sharpness, and three points of murderous intent in those beautiful peach eyes.
Nangong Yue couldn't see his expression, so she heard him say in a gentle voice: "Ah Yue, if you frown again, be careful that our daughter also frowns when she is born." The little girl frowning solemnly, to be honest, is also quite cute.
After being told by Xiao Yi, Nangong Yue hastily raised her brows, and the young couple looked at each other foolishly and smiled.
Hearing that Xiao Yi kept talking about her daughter and her daughter, Nangong Yue couldn't help but said, "Ah Yi, what if it's not her daughter..."
Having children is not something they can just say.
Xiao Yi's complexion changed slightly, he couldn't imagine that a brat would come to snatch Ah Yue from him, and this brat could act like a baby to Ah Yue confidently, and was hugged by Ah Yue, taking good care of him...Enjoy even The treatment he had never enjoyed before, Xiao Yi's entire face was almost dark, and he emphasized: "I said it was a girl, it is a girl!"
Nangong Yue frowned speechlessly, trying to tell his son's good points: "A Yi, my daughter is going to get married." And her son can stay by her side.
Although Nangong Yue didn't say the second half of the sentence, Xiao Yi understood her unfinished words, and said disdainfully: Yes, the brat has grown up, and he still has to stay at home!
Still good daughter!
Xiao Yi's thoughts became more determined, and he said: "Who said our daughter-in-law is going to get married? Why does my Xiao Yi's precious daughter want to get married? It's just a matter of recruiting!"
The more he thought about it, the more he felt that this was a good idea. As long as he recruited a wife for his daughter, she could stay in Bixiaotang forever.
Ah Yi is whimsical again, how many men who are willing to marry can match their own daughters? ! Nangong Yue's brows twitched again, feeling as if she had brought up a bad topic. A Yi always said that it was wind or rain, and he often took things that shouldn't be true.
Xiao Yi continued talking endlessly: "People in the world are really boring. What about getting married, marrying into a family, and inheriting the incense, I think, as long as two people are in love, everything is a small matter. If it were me, for you, Ayue, even if it is a marriage, it doesn't matter. of!"
As he spoke, he seized the opportunity to show his loyalty, making it hard for Nangong Yue to say anything more, almost worried, as if her daughter was about to marry before she was born.
Nangong Yue tried feebly to turn the tide: "Ayi, the reason why they asked their daughter to get married is because there is no incense at home..."
"Isn't my daughter our incense?" Xiao Yi said enthusiastically, "Actually, a daughter is no worse than a son, just like you, Ayue, how capable you are. Our family's daughter will definitely inherit the advantages of both of us. How many men can compare to her?! As long as she has the ability, there is nothing she can't do, even the King of Zhennan!"
He said it casually, but after the words came out, his eyes lit up immediately, and he became more excited, "Ah Yue, I am in charge of Nanjiang, and Xiaobai is her adoptive father. I said our daughter can be the master of Zhennan King, she can be!"
This Dayu, no, plus several generations of previous dynasties, there has not yet been a female vassal king!
interesting! Xiaobai will definitely find it interesting too!
Looking at Xiao Yi's twinkling peach eyes shining like obsidian, Nangong Yue didn't know what to say anymore, she couldn't figure out what she said wrong, so that her daughter was shouldered the important task of Nanjiang before she was born.
Nangong Yue couldn't help but bowed her head and stroked her still flat stomach, silently apologizing to the daughter in her belly.
Girl, I'm sorry, it's mother who can't control your father... Wait, why was she misled by Xiao Yi! Maybe it's a son!
Xiao Yi lazily leaned his back on the back of the chair, and from the corner of his eyes, he looked at Nangong Yue's little eyes with joy and entanglement, and his heart was occupied by a kind of rippling warmth like a hot spring...
"Srustling..."
Under the scorching sun, the wind is hot, dry and stuffy.
For the first time, Xiao Yi, who was in a good mood, felt that the dreary Xia Feng was not so annoying.
The weather is getting hotter and hotter every day. A few days ago, Nangong Yue dared to sit in the water pavilion in the back garden during the day. In the past few days, she almost spends her days in the Yuexi Hall where several ice basins are placed.
Nangong Yue is afraid of the heat, but for Xiao Yi, the weather at this moment is still some distance from the hottest time in southern Xinjiang, and he goes in and out under the sun every day.
Although there is Guan Yubai who is in charge of most of Nanliang's political affairs, since Xiao Yiren is here, he can't really let him go. He still went to the military camp from time to time, had to meet with the generals from time to time, and had to deal with some military affairs from time to time... and the 3,000 horses purchased earlier were quickly sent to the military camp by the Dele family three days later.
Each of the three thousand soldiers of the Youqi Battalion was assigned a horse. According to the requirements of Guan Yubai, all the soldiers of the Youqi Battalion had to brush and feed their horses after daily training. The purpose of coming here is to let the horse get acquainted with the new owner and to accompany the horse.
Although it seems that there are extra things for no reason besides training, every soldier of the Youqi Battalion is full of energy. I have a deep understanding that it is not an exaggeration to say that these three thousand horses are priceless.
More importantly, these war horses are still their partners, and they will fight side by side with them in the future to kill the enemy together. Even at the critical moment, their comrades may not arrive in time, but their horses will always be with them around...
It’s just that this passionate agitation didn’t last long, and soon, many soldiers of the Youqi Battalion found that the new horses seemed a little uncomfortable. Within two days, horses began to get sick one after another, and the symptoms were not too serious. It looks like acclimatization.
At the beginning, I didn't pay much attention to it, I just asked the veterinarian to come and look at it. However, as time went by, the unaccustomed war horses did not recover, but there were a few more horses.
It is a trivial matter for war horses to get sick due to acclimatization, but it is a bit strange that so many war horses fell ill in a short period of time.
I don't know when, there was a rumor in the army that Marquis An Yi purchased sick horses as war horses in order to fill his own pockets.
It was Xiao Yi's final decision to purchase war horses from the Dele family that day, but in the rumors it turned out that Marquis An Yi insisted on going his own way and insisted on purchasing horses from the Dele family.
At the beginning, this statement was only circulated in a small area, but gradually, somehow, almost the whole army heard about it. Those soldiers who had followed Guan Yubai to guard Yanding City and fought against Yongjia City were fine, they still knew Guan Yubai's character and didn't believe the rumors.
However, those soldiers who were recently transferred from Luoyue City were quite unfamiliar with the official language. These rumors came from among them, and as the rumors became more and more intense, a feeling of resentment and dissatisfaction was felt in their hearts. breed...
Regarding this, Xiao Yi and Guan Yubai did not offer any comfort or explanation.
Both of them seemed to stay out of the matter, ignoring the matter at all, allowing this rumor to continue to ferment in the army.
Meng Yiliang, who was in charge of military horse affairs, followed the veterinarian to see these sick horses worriedly, and shook his head and sighed when he came out.
Afterwards, Meng Yiliang went to plead guilty to the eldest son Xiao Yi, saying that he did not fulfill his duty, so that a large number of military horses he purchased fell ill...
Hearing the report, Xiao Yi evoked a smile and said, "This son really gave him a high regard."
Guan Yu teased Han Yu standing on the armrest of the armchair with a white smile, and said, "Old General Meng didn't seem to want the Dele family to get a chance to donate horses, but I misunderstood."
That day, while startling the horse, Guan Yubai discovered that the white horse should have been fed licorice grass. This grass is very similar to the hay that the horse usually eats. It is mixed together and fed, basically it will not be seen. from.
Licorice will not cause substantial harm to horses, but when the horse's body temperature rises, it will become more excited and even restless.
The test horse needs to run, the body temperature of the horse will naturally rise, and the occurrence of frightening the horse is a matter of course.
On the surface, it seems that someone deliberately led them to choose the horses of the Dele family, but Guan Yubai felt that the matter might not be that simple, so he ended the startled horse with an accident, and planned to wait and see what happened.
Unexpectedly, a "change" really happened.
"Ah Yue is right." Xiao Yi smiled and said casually, "This General Meng's plan is not small..."
Although he was smiling, there was a sharp look in his eyes.
No matter what Meng Yiliang's plan is, if he dares to attack Xiaobai, don't blame him for ignoring his grandfather's friendship with these old subordinates.
Xiao Yi leaned on the armchair and looked out the window.
In Nanliang in June, the sun is shining brightly. I don't know how long Meng Yiliang can kneel on his knees. If he wants to imitate other people's "loyal ministers direct advice", how can he not "fulfill" him? !
Meng Yiliang kneeling outside the Riyao Hall was dizzy. He had already reached the age of knowing his destiny. Although he was well maintained on weekdays, he was not as good as a young man. He thought that if he knelt like this, the prince would definitely He will come over to appease him personally, and he can also take the opportunity to remonstrate, so that the son of the world can see his loyalty.
did not expect…
The Shizi really made him kneel all the time!
Meng Yi felt resentful in his conscience, but now he was kneeling here in the name of pleading guilty, unless the son sent someone to invite him, he could only kneel here.
The sun was getting bigger and bigger, and Meng Yiliang was dripping with sweat. He looked at the Riyao Hall with his head, even though the door of the hall was closed, he knew that Marquis An Yi must be inside! It must be Hou An Yi's clever looks, who coaxed the eldest son.
What a traitor!
Meng Yiliang thought angrily, and raised his sleeve to wipe the sweat off his face.
Now, he is a bit helpless...
It's just that if he keeps drying like this, he might not be able to hold it anymore... By the way, Meng Yi's conscience moved, his body tilted, and he fell down.
The matter of Meng Yiliang's fainting was soon reported to Xiao Yi, Xiao Yi sneered, and said slowly: "Old General Meng is old, and the sun is shining outside today, go and pour a bucket of cold water for him to cool off." Just say that this son is grateful for his loyalty to the Lord, and he can't bear to let his loyalty go to waste, so I won't ask him to get up."
Said, Xiao Yi waved his hand.
"Yes, my son!"
The soldier took the order to retreat without mentioning it, and the official said with a smile: "A Yi, you don't have to vent your anger on me."
Xiao Yi laughed unscrupulously, "He doesn't want to be loyal, this son can be regarded as fulfilling him. Let's not mention this..." He changed the subject and said, "The maids of Ayue should arrive in these two days, I asked Zhu Xing to prepare some good tea and wine in bamboo tubes, and I'll bring them to you when I get there..."
Xiao Yi's prediction was correct, Baihui and her party arrived at Wuli city that day.
When Zhizi replied in blunt Dayu language, Nangong Yue's face was filled with joy, but she wasn't surprised at all.
That day, she and Xiao Yi traveled all the way to Wuli City, and it took them ten days to arrive at Wuli City. If they speeded up their horses, it would usually take seven or eight days. Calculating the time, they should have arrived in the next few days .
Soon, a court lady brought the two maids.
The one who came with Baihui was Que'er, both of them had a busy look, thinking that Nangong Yue was pregnant but living in Nanliang, an unfamiliar place, and there was no one around to serve her. The two maids were very anxious.
This trip, they rushed all the way, both of their little faces were tired, Baihui looked better, Que'er had a dark shadow under her eyes.
This bit of fatigue disappeared the moment he saw Nangong Yue.
Que'er's spirits perked up, and he couldn't suppress the excitement in his heart and shouted: "Shi Zifei!"
She quickened her pace excitedly, and while saluting Nangong Yuefu, she looked at Nangong Yue's abdomen with burning eyes.
Begging the stars and looking forward to the moon, the imperial concubine finally has a grandson!
If I knew that the concubine and the concubine would have grandchildren if they went out alone with the master, the master and the concubine should have come out for a walk.
Baihui, who was a step behind, was not in a hurry, and looked at Nangong Yue calmly from behind. Seeing that her complexion was good, and her cheeks had even become a little plump, she finally felt relieved.
Que'er chatted with Nangong Yue about trivial matters, for example, this time she drew lots with Huamei and Yinger to get the chance to come to Wuli City, while Huamei and Yinger stayed in Bixiao Housekeeping... Nangong Yue couldn't help laughing.
During the conversation, Baihui walked to Que'er in a leisurely manner. Que'er glanced at Baihui, returned to the cage rationally, stuck out her tongue, and took half a step back to the side.
"My maidservant greets the concubine." After Baihui saluted respectfully, she began to report her business in an orderly manner, "Concubine, the servants here specially brought some things you often use according to the order of the concubine. Some herbs..."
Que'er smiled and said: "Concubine Shizi, don't worry, Master Shizi also ordered to bring the best doctor in Luoyue City along, so don't worry about anything, as long as you can take care of your baby in peace of mind."
In the letter Xiao Yi sent to Luoyue City, those Nanliang imperial doctors were worthless, and he specially asked Zhu Xing to find the best doctor, and asked Baihui and the others to bring them here. And Baihui specially prepared a large cart of medicinal materials, and brought most of the commonly used medicinal materials she could think of.
What else can Nangong Yue say, Xiao Yi, who she has dealt with too carefully these days, is already the first two big, but now it is good, adding Baihui and Que'er!
In addition to this trace of "helplessness", there is more joy in her eyes.
With Baihui and Que'er, her life will definitely be much more comfortable. These two girls have served her for so many years, and they have a clear preference for her. Sometimes, she doesn't even need to say anything, just one look, one look The expression, these girls all know what she means.
In contrast, the maids in Nanliang Palace treated her with respect, but mostly with fear and sincerity, which often made Nangong Yue feel like she was a murderous executioner.
Baihui continued to report: "The lord was very happy when he learned that the concubine was pregnant, and said that he and the concubine should not rush back to Luoyue City, the most important thing is to secure the fetus. The lord also said, please Concubine, don't worry about trivial matters in the mansion, side concubine Wei will take care of it temporarily."
Nangong Yue was impatient with managing the internal affairs of the palace, she just wanted to take care of Bixiao Hall, so she responded lightly.
"Concubine Shizi, it's also good if you're not in the palace..." Que'er said meaningfully from the side.
Nangong Yue knew there was something in Que'er's words as soon as she heard it, so she raised her eyebrows as a question.
Que'er said excitedly: "Concubine Shi, the person sent by the prince to Xing'an City to inquire about Miss An San came back not long ago. The prince seemed to be very satisfied, so he ordered Concubine Wei to prepare the matter and propose to marry An San." The daughter-in-law is the successor."
Nangong Yue was stunned for a moment, unable to laugh or cry.
She originally thought that Xiao Yi would reveal the secrets of An's family when King Zhennan sent someone to investigate. Now it seems that A Yi doesn't want to settle the matter so easily.
Thinking about it, Nangong Yue's eyebrows were stained with a smile, and she took it as a joke.
She picked up the teacup at the side, moistened her throat, and asked, "Baihui, what's going on in the palace recently?" Otherwise, Concubine Wei should help Xiao Fei with housekeeping.
A look of confusion flashed in Baihui's eyes, and then she replied: "Concubine Xiaofang, Mrs. Fang became seriously ill a few days ago. When the servants set out from Luoyue City, they heard that she had been in a coma for several days..." See Soon to be seriously ill.
After a pause, Baihui continued: "Young lady, please go to the temple to pray for your mother, and the prince has agreed." When it comes to Xiao Fei, Baihui's expression is inevitably a bit dignified... Unfortunately, no one can choose their biological mother. .
Nangong Yue remained silent, feeling a little sad in her heart, and at the same time felt heartbroken for Xiao Fei.
With Xiao Fei's intelligence, she must have guessed what Xiao Fang's "illness" was all about.
Xiao Fang is Xiao Fei's biological mother, and the bloodline between mother and daughter can't be cut off just by saying, but Xiao Fang committed an unforgivable and heinous crime, which made Xiao Fei unable to intercede for her. In this way, I am filial to my mother.
It's really embarrassing for Sister Fei.
Speaking of Xiao Fei, even the two maids were silent for a while, the room was silent for a while, and the air was a bit dignified...
Baihui didn't want Nangong Yue to be worried, so she changed the subject and said, "Second Concubine, Second Aunt and Grandma ordered the maidservant to send a letter to Concubine Shi Zi."
With that said, Baihui took out a letter from her sleeve and presented it to Nangong Yue.