Lady Huarui tightened her collar, and except for her black hair and beautiful face, she wrapped herself up tightly. Suddenly, she felt a little regretful for saying those things to Guo Shao. In front of the Zhou Dynasty's commander, she rewarded those soldiers who were enemies of the Zhou Dynasty. If Guo Shao was unhappy, wouldn't all her efforts to please him today be wasted
Maybe Guo Shao was too good to her, or maybe she felt his kindness, so she took it lightly and spoke out what was in her heart.
If someone else had captured her and madly teased and humiliated her, she would have been able to write the poem despite the humiliation. This is why Guo Shao thought it was not written by Lady Huarui.
Madam Huarui knew her own limitations. She was born in a humble family and now she was a prisoner. What dignity did she have? She was prepared to humiliate herself in exchange for her life.
At this time Guo Shao said: I apologize for the poem I just heard from someone else.
Madam Huarui was immediately shocked: Why did Marshal Guo want to apologize
Guo Shaodao: My idea is to make the people of Shu identify with the Great Zhou court and end the separatist mentality as soon as possible. In this case, we should show sincerity and not let the people of Shu feel the humiliation of losing their country. That poem is harmful and useless.
Madam Huarui looked doubtful, and Guo Shao said: Madam, you can send someone to ask Li Hao, the main force of our army is stationed outside the city, just to prevent the soldiers from seeing the prosperity here after entering the city and being unable to restrain themselves from looting. All the prefectures and counties along the way will not be violated.
Madam Huarui asked hurriedly: Are the concubines and maids in the palace going to be let go by Marshal Guo
Guo Shao said: Once the Shu imperial guards in the city are settled, I will order the palace maids to return home, but the property in the imperial city must be confiscated and not allowed to be taken away by the palace maids.
What Marshal Guo said was not false. Madam Huarui was really surprised today. She even felt like she was dreaming. There was such a warrior in the world.
Guo Shao pondered for a moment, and said in a gentle tone as if chatting with family: I have a concubine, who was deeply hurt in the chaos of soldiers, and I feel sorry for Yu Lian. If you indulge the soldiers, a moment of indulgence will bring irreparable harm to women and even take their lives. The damage is too great; women are also human beings. It takes more than ten or twenty years to raise a person. Why bother to harm them like this
It also greatly damages the image of soldiers in the hearts of the people. Some warriors do not know how to consider the long-term. If they are despised and spurned by the people, what good will it do to the status of this profession? Only I can think for them.
I might as well give them more money. The elite soldiers of the imperial guards are all tall and strong, not ugly. With money, they can buy beautiful concubines and go to brothels. They can also meet the needs of the soldiers, but the price they pay is much smaller.
When Madam Huarui heard the request, her face turned slightly red.
Guo Shao continued to talk about his ideas and measures for governing Shu, and was even very interested in Lady Huarui's opinions.
Lady Huarui could easily answer, but as a woman, although she had knowledge and experience, she was not most concerned about how to govern the country. She was obviously more interested in certain people.
An invincible warrior, he marched across Shu alone, broke through the eastern route and attacked Jianmen Pass; his vision of civil governance was of course the most important, he was very kind to women, and when he mentioned his concubine in a few words, his pity was overflowing. This is how Lady Huarui thought of Guo Shao.
She couldn't help but feel great interest in the man in front of her who had just destroyed the Kingdom of Shu.
People called him Guo the Blacksmith. He used to be a blacksmith and a pawn, and his background was very humble. Not to mention that he was of noble birth, even if his family conditions were slightly better, he would not have followed the same path as Guo Shao.
Lady Huarui was also born in a humble family. She suddenly felt that this person was more intimate and warmed her heart, just like two similar people can keep each other warm in the cold winter.
Just now, she was filled with despair and felt the cold wind blowing all over the city. But now, she truly felt as if a ray of sunshine shone into the depths of her heart and inspired her. It turned out that people of humble origins could also have such self-respect and know how to give self-respect to others.
"General Guo, you smell like sunshine," Madam Huarui murmured as she looked at his tanned skin.
Guo Shao just smiled, as if he was not surprised at all.
Lady Huarui suddenly came to her senses and felt very embarrassed. She turned her head to look out the window and saw that it had gotten dark without her noticing. She said in panic: "Oh, it's so late and I have to go back to the palace. It's not right to stay out all night. Many people will notice me."
Guo Shao's eyes swept over her, and it was obvious that he had complicated feelings. Lady Huarui thought to herself: Fortunately, Jingniang helped to speak up, otherwise he would let me go tonight.
I'll take you there. Guo Shaodao.
Madam Huarui hurriedly said: “No, no, I have to leave. Marshal Guo, please stay. Bye.”
Guo Shao reached out and touched his forehead, his heart seemed to be in a state of confusion. After a moment, he suddenly said: "Okay, I'll ask Jingniang to take you back."
Lady Huarui saw Jingniang in front of the carriage. Although it had been a long time since they met, Jingniang had a special figure, so Lady Huarui recognized her at a glance. She invited Jingniang to get in the carriage, and Jingniang did not refuse.
Jingniang looked at Madam Huarui's expression and asked: "He didn't touch Madam Huarui?"
"No," said Madam Huarui hurriedly, "I didn't touch it with even a finger. I can swear."
Madam Huarui could figure it out with her toes. Jingniang was definitely not forced to follow Guo Shao, and the relationship was not simple. Madam Huarui had fought for favor with other women in the palace many times, so she knew how to deal with this matter.
Thank you Jingniang for helping me, said Madam Huarui.
Jingniang said softly: If it weren't for Madam's help, I would have had a hard time that year. So you don't have to thank me.
Lady Huarui was moved and said: I have met many people, but in the end, you are the most sincere.
Jingniang didn't say anything, maybe she wasn't good at expressing her feelings. But Madam Huarui thought she was worth making friends with, and that was how she judged people back then, and that's why she was so generous. Anyway, Madam Huarui didn't lack money before.
Alang Jingniang's gaze still stayed on Madam Huarui's face. Women should be careful with him. He is much scarier than those people who can't wait to defile you as soon as they see you. Don't be easily fooled by him.
Madam Huarui said awkwardly: "Thank you Jingniang for your reminder. Don't worry, I have seen many people. Now I am in misfortune. I just hope that the king and I can stay alive. How can I care about other things?"
Jingniang nodded: If you need me for anything, just ask. Madam sent someone to tell the guards that she wanted to see Jingniang. All the soldiers around Alang knew me.
Mm. Madam Huarui couldn't help but hold Jingniang's hand. Jingniang treats me so well. I will remember your kindness until I grow old.