In the imperial city, Silent Cloud and Pei Yue were walking side by side.

"Master Shen, thank you very much."

Pei Yue said sincerely, his expression no longer changed from the wonderful changes in the imperial study room before, his eyes were calm and deep.

This thank you is because Silent Cloud gave him enough time, otherwise if he went to the palace to report after he left the Shen Mansion, the emperor would definitely not give him the opportunity to make a big fuss in the Dingguo Mansion. Silent Cloud gave him enough time, even It was later than Pei Yue expected. I originally thought that after taking care of Pei Yun, the internal prisoner would appear in Dingguo Mansion, but I didn't expect that he could still chat with Pei Ning for so long.

Silent Cloud said calmly: "There is no need to say thank you. Your husband gave me countless instructions, for fear that you would suffer a loss in Kyoto. If I don't even help you with this little thing, he will have to quarrel with me when he comes back. What if? You pissed him off, and you know your husband’s abilities, and my old bones can’t stand up to him.”

Pei Yue said with shame: "My lord is joking. In fact, sir, I have always respected my lord."

Silent Cloud shook his head and said, "He doesn't need to respect me."

In fact, according to common sense, when foreign ministers walk in the palace, they will be followed by internal guards to prevent some misunderstandings. However, Silent Cloud only glanced at them briefly before, and the palace officials slowed down obediently and fell far behind. Location.

Pei Yue looked back and sighed: "I don't know when sir will be able to return to Kyoto."

Of course he misses Mr. Xi very much. This middle-aged man is a reassurance to him. Now that he is not in Kyoto and the Zangfengwei has not returned, Pei Yue will inevitably feel a little insecure.

Silent Cloud said softly: "The way of thinking is more pure than mine, and I also admire his character very much, so he probably won't come back in a short time. But you don't have to worry, as long as he doesn't want to, there will be no one in this world who can hurt him. There are only a handful of them.”

The two of them had a tacit agreement not to mention Pei Zhen.

Pei Yue said: "My lord, actually, this junior has been a little worried. Could it be that Your Majesty has already guessed that that person is still alive?"

Silent Cloud smiled softly and said casually: "It's not important."

"Why?"

"Even if some people are still alive, they are long dead in the hearts of the world. Your Majesty has completed the structure of the court and the military over the years. Even if someone's influence cannot be completely eradicated, the overall situation is already in his hands. Today's times The game is like a big river. Some people are standing on the north bank, while others are trapped on the south bank. No matter who wants to take the initiative, the outcome of breaking the balance will only be very miserable."

Pei Yueruo realized something and said sincerely: "I have learned a lesson."

Silent Cloud turned to look at him and said slowly: "Those methods like what we did in the imperial study today must not be repeated again."

Pei Yue was slightly startled.

Silent Cloud continued: "To this day, His Majesty has a very good impression of you, and you are different from us in that you are young and not a civil servant with an imperial examination background. Your Majesty can tolerate your slightly exaggerated performance as long as you are showing your true feelings. But this kind of thing is too much, he is the king and you are the minister, if you cross the line, you are seeking death."

Pei Yue smiled bitterly and said: "Sir, of course I understand this, but if I don't, I won't be able to help my eldest sister."

Silent Cloud nodded and said: "I know you are sincere, and His Majesty and Luo Ting can also see this clearly, so your stubbornness and stubbornness have become your advantages. What if what you are fighting for today is not the lifelong happiness of your loved ones, but power. and official position, and then resorting to such methods that are close to throwing a tantrum and wallowing, that is the path to self-destruction."

Pei Yue said sincerely: "Thank you for your advice, sir. I will keep it in mind."

Silent Cloud smiled slightly and said no more words.

After leaving the palace, Pei Yue bowed politely, and then the two separated.

…

Xicheng, Taikangfang.

In an elegant and quiet mansion, there is a verdant bamboo forest to the southeast.

The sun sets in the west, and the sky is filled with red clouds.

Suddenly the sound of the piano sounded, as clear and clear as the tinkling of spring water, interspersed with the chirping of birds and the chirping of insects, floating far and wide.

Wearing a spring shirt, Nanqin plays the piano in a wooden house next to a bamboo forest. The three notes on her fingertips are intertwined and changing in an unpredictable way.

At some point, a tall figure stood by the door, quietly listening to the sound of the piano.

After finishing the song, Nan Qin put his hands on the piano, looked at the spring scenery outside the window, and couldn't help but sigh.

"Why are you sighing?" Gu Fan asked softly.

When Nan Qin heard this familiar voice, she turned around suddenly, her eyes full of surprise. Looking at Gu Fan's handsome face and the tenderness in those beautiful peach blossom eyes, she stood up gracefully, stepped forward and said: "Son."

Gu Fan smiled and said, "How many times have I told you that you and I don't have to bow when we meet."

"The etiquette cannot be abolished." Nan Qin said softly, and then said: "Master, please sit down."

The two of them sat across from each other by the side window. Nan Qin took off his guqin, then held his sleeves with his left hand and made tea with his right hand, looking extremely elegant.

Gu Fan watched with a smile. Although he had seen this scene many times, he was still not bored. Instead, he often thought about it when he dreamed about it at midnight. For him, this was an ideal life, without the worries of fame and fortune, and he could do whatever he wanted. Being far away from the world and having a beautiful woman by your side is enough to wash away all the filth in your heart.

Holding a sword, drinking wine, listening to the piano and sipping tea, it is far better than the hustle and bustle of the world.

"Nan Qin, I just heard from the maid that she always feels like someone is watching her when she goes out recently." Gu Fan said very solemnly.

A flash of panic flashed in Nan Qin's eyes, then she avoided his gaze, shook her head and said, "Sir, that girl was so startled that she didn't mean what she said. You must not believe it."

Seeing this, Gu Fan couldn't help but frown slightly and said, "During my absence during these days, were there any strangers nearby?"

Nan Qin shook his head and said: "I have never been out and don't know, but the house is very peaceful and there are no weird situations."

Gu Fan nodded and said, "That's good. Although this place is quiet and elegant, I don't worry about your safety. I will convince my parents as soon as possible."

Nan Qin looked at him with gentle eyes and said softly: "Nan Qin only has the young master in his heart in this life, no matter where he lives."

Gu Fan smiled and said: "I have talked to my mother, and it seems that she is not very opposed. After my father returns to Beijing, I will find a way to convince him. If he refuses to let go, then I will take you around the world. , see all the scenery in the world.”

Nan Qin's pretty face turned slightly red, she lowered her head and said, "Yeah."

Gu Fan became more and more happy, and the two chatted for a while. Nan Qin looked at the gradually darkening sky outside and said softly: "Master, it's time for you to return home."

Gu Fan shook his head and said: "It's okay, I want to stay with you for a while longer."

Nan Qin advised: "Master, of course I hope you can sit for a while, but it's already dark, so we can't worry the ladies and young ladies in the mansion. You can go back to your mansion. If you have free time tomorrow, come back here and I will play a few songs for you." A newly learned piece of music.”

Gu Fan felt a little regretful, but he appreciated Nan Qin's gentleness and thoughtfulness even more because of it, so he stood up and said goodbye: "Then I'll come see you tomorrow."

Nan Qin smiled and said: "Okay, Master, walk slowly."
Chapter completed!