On a sunny day, as soon as the sun sets below the horizon, night falls very quickly; today seemed to have passed in the blink of an eye. Guo Shao and Dong Zunxun led the horses over and handed them over to the servants.
Mrs. Gao was even more amazing. She sat in the pavilion and watched for a long time. When she saw the two men coming, she smiled and asked: "Brother, have you ever hit a target?"
Guo Shao said with shame: I ran back and forth for a long time, and I only shot once. I have been practicing archery since I was a child, and I am very skilled in it. Unexpectedly, I was shaken a lot when riding on a horse, and I felt like a novice. After Zunxun's explanation today, I finally understood that horseback archery also has its own unique skills, and it takes time to practice. Before, I tried horseback archery twice in the battle, but now I understand that it was a waste of effort and a waste of time.
Mrs. Gao comforted him kindly: It's okay, after all, it was a hit. If there is a first time, there will be a second time. Brother, what do you think
Guo Shao was originally tired and relaxed, but when he heard Mrs. Gao's last sentence, which was a little heavy and emphasized, he couldn't help but think of other things. He didn't know if he was overthinking it.
He carefully observed Mrs. Gao's expression, and saw that she looked very good, with a kind of joy and intimacy from the bottom of her heart, but she was very decent and dignified. For a moment, he was confused and a little unsure of what this woman was thinking.
At first, when Guo Shao heard her talking, he felt very nervous. After all, Dong Zunxun was already so old and was right next to him. It would be embarrassing if he could see through her trick.
But then he thought of what Dong Zunxun had said before, that his mother was lonely at home, and as long as she was happy, he would be very relieved, and so on; it seemed that Dong Zunxun didn't care. After all, Gao was only in her thirties, and it was not easy for her to remarry. If she really wanted to find a lover, her son probably wouldn't stop her; since the Tang Dynasty, such things didn't matter. Those princesses had several lovers before their husbands died, and Gao was a widow, so it didn't matter at all. Guo Shao was embarrassed to do those things, but when he thought of this, he felt that the consequences were not serious, so he gradually relaxed.
He immediately said: It's getting late. I'm sorry to bother you today. I'm going home now.
Dong Zunxun hurriedly grabbed Guo Shao's sleeve, as if he was afraid that he would run away immediately: It's already this time, and my uncle doesn't stay at home for dinner. That kid treats people very badly.
Mrs. Gao said: It's just a meal, you being so polite is being too formal.
It would be too late after dinner. Seeing their hospitality, Guo Shao thought about it and decided not to insist. He said, "Well, thank you for the hospitality, sister."
Dong Zunxun said: What are you afraid of because it’s dark? I will send your uncle home later.
Guo Shao no longer hesitated and accepted their kindness. When the group was about to leave the back garden, he could not help but look back at the tough Tatar horse.
Seeing this, Dong Zunxun walked side by side with Guo Shao and said with a smile: "If uncle likes the Tatar horse, I will ask the servants to bring it out and give it to uncle later." This kind of horse is the cheapest and it caught the uncle's eye.
I can't say I like it, but who doesn't like a good horse with shiny fur and a proud head? It's more impressive to ride. Guo Shao said, "But in terms of practicality, Tatar horses might be better. They are cheap and have endurance. With the same national strength, we can form more cavalry."
Dong Zunxun nodded and said seriously: I know, I have been waiting for this day.
Guo Shao did not have much emotion, but just said calmly: Hebei has been Huized since the Tang Dynasty, and since the Later Jin Dynasty, the Sixteen Prefectures of Youyun have been completely occupied by the Khitan. The Khitan was originally a nomadic people, and they have been half-grazing and half-cultivating since entering Hebei. Hebei must have a lot of pastures; and the terrain is flat and vast, which is suitable for cavalry mobile operations. I think the cavalry will be the main force in the Northern Expedition, and we must pay attention to the training of the cavalry.
At this time, Gao Shi also got emotional and encouraged them, saying: The Liao nobles do not treat the Han people as human beings and bully us at will. The Han wives and daughters in Youzhou are treated worse than animals. Our sons and daughters should work hard to govern the country and regain their glory. Don't let anyone insult and despise us anymore. Get back your face and noble status. I am waiting for you to recapture Youyun and drive the Liao people out of Hebei, so that they will regret what they have done for many years.
Mrs. Gao had obviously suffered a lot in the Liao Kingdom. She gritted her teeth when she talked about it, and I'm afraid the emotional damage would never heal.
Guo Shao turned around and bowed, saying: Madam Gao, don't worry, we will never bring shame to the Great Zhou army.
Dong Zunxun said excitedly: When the Northern Expedition comes, let me fight side by side with my uncle, kill more Khitan animals, pay blood debt with blood, and avenge the Dong family.
As expected, Dong Zunxun was a passionate young man, very much in line with his age. He was clear about gratitude and resentment and was unambiguous. He and Guo Shao cursed the Khitans while discussing military and national views. The two of them were getting along very well and were inseparable.
At the dinner, Dong Zunxun drank a little and got so excited that he went crazy and slammed the table. The servants pouring wine were all terrified, but Dong Zunxun was not angry with the servants. Guo Shao did not dare to drink too much tonight, for fear of making a fool of himself if he drank too much.
After the meal, Guo Shao wanted to leave, but Dong Zunxun wanted to keep him, saying: "The day before yesterday, a brother gave me an actress, she is very beautiful, uncle, please stay tonight, I will ask her to accompany you, I guarantee you will be satisfied."
Guo Shao's face turned black, and he quickly advised: No, no, we are of different generations, it is not appropriate to play with the same girl.
The servant next to her blushed when she heard this, and Madam Gao almost laughed. Madam Gao gently advised: "You just had a grudge with someone, and you drank late at night, I'm afraid you won't be safe on the road. Just stay here for one night and go back tomorrow. The other courtyard where we enjoyed the flowers last time didn't have any members of the Dong family living there, so it's okay for you to sleep there for one night."
When Guo Shao heard this, although he thought nothing would happen, Gao's words were very persuasive, so he couldn't insist on leaving. He thought that he had come just after noon, hadn't said much business for a long time, and couldn't go back at night. It was hard to refuse the Dong family's hospitality.
He then said: Call one of my followers in later and ask him to take back a message so that his family won't worry about him.
That night, Guo Shao took a bath in the courtyard and then rested in a bedroom. This place seemed familiar, and he couldn't help but think of what happened last time. He felt very nervous and actually had some expectations.
Guo Shao lay on the bed and recalled the incident. He was drunk last time, but he still remembered the general process. At first glance, it seemed that he had forced Madam Gao because he was drunk, but after thinking about it carefully, it was not the case. First of all, Madam Gao dismissed the servants and did not let them disturb the conversation, and then she personally helped Guo Shao into the bedroom and did not leave immediately. When Guo Shao made a move, even if she was not as strong as him, if she was firm in her attitude, nothing would happen. Guo Shao realized that the incident was the result of cooperation between the two parties, you and I both intended to do it.
Women are also human beings, and they are not so easy to bully. If she really doesn't want to, it won't be that easy to force her. Mrs. Gao is an experienced woman in her thirties. If she doesn't want to, Guo Shao has no chance at all, so how can he force her
The more Guo Shao thought about it, the more he tossed and turned. From time to time, he kept an eye on the movement of the door outside, wondering if Mrs. Gao would come knocking on the door tonight. He was very nervous and expectant.
Sister Yi is really good at teasing people. She is a little older and can't compare to young and beautiful women in terms of beauty and skin, but she has a kind of charm that makes people miss her. Just like today, she behaved properly and dignified, without any rude words or deeds. But she would tease people from time to time, such as once and twice, and a gentle sentence of "I'm afraid of getting tanned", which is indescribably tactful and affectionate. In just one day, there were so many trivial things such as tone of voice, eyes, and movements that left an impression on Guo Shao.
Also, why did she arrange herself in this room where the two of them had had an affair? This really makes people think a lot.
Some of the things she said directly might not be a big deal, but she would hint and tease from time to time, making people unable to help but ponder and appreciate her. It was like a goose feather on one's heart, brushing it away.
Guo Shao couldn't help but imagine in his heart that she would quietly walk into the room and say lovingly: It's okay, Dong Zunxun doesn't know, and even if he knew, he wouldn't care about these things for me. I'm so young and lonely, and I need someone to love me sometimes.
Guo Shao could even imagine her expression and tone when she said these words, as if they really happened. But he was half asleep and there was still no movement.
A breeze blew in from the window, blowing the candle on the lampstand back and forth. Gao lay on her back neatly on the bed, her face flushed, and she hadn't turned off the light yet. She sighed softly, turned sideways, and put her hands on her plump chest.
There seemed to still be that very strong burning feeling in her body. She pursed her lips but still lay there without moving.
The atmosphere was good before today, but the opportunity was not right. Last time Shao Ge'er got drunk, he was bullied by him, which was a natural outcome, but today it was a little bit off. This made Gao Shi feel very uncomfortable, as if at some point, she was about to float up to the clouds, but she stopped. It was so unbearable.
Of course, if she wanted to force it, she could still do it. There were some servants living in the yard, and it wouldn't be difficult to sneak over there when they were asleep at night. She was already very familiar with the house anyway.
But Gao knew she couldn't do that. If she took the initiative, it would be completely different. Is a man interested in a woman who can be easily obtained by throwing himself into her arms, or is he interested in a woman who he desires but is hard to get? He has been thinking about it for a long time and finally got it, so he knows how to taste it well.
Shao Ge'er has no shortage of women. Gao heard rumors that the beautiful women in Li Chuyun's family, who Zhao Sanlang fought for at all costs, all had feelings for him; there seemed to be beautiful concubines in the family. Of course, Mrs. Gao didn't want to compete with those young and beautiful women, she just wanted to get a little tenderness.
What she needed was not just a man. Pure carnal desire was not what a woman needed. She had a hundred ways to satisfy herself. The key was the warmth that Shao Geer gave her, which made her unable to stop.
But it takes two to tango, you need to keep his heart and enjoy it at the right opportunity, just like the last time. Waiting and suffering are meaningless, because only suffering can usher in a true indulgence and enjoyment.