Liu Ziqiu told Gao Xiuer everything else, but he concealed the fact that Queen Xiao came to Hongnong. This was done after careful consideration. Yang Guang and Gao Xiuer had a grudge against killing their father, and Gao Xiuer sneaked into Xiyuan in order to assassinate Yang Guang.
Now, although Yang Guang is dead, his two grandsons Yang You and Yang Tan are still there. Liu Ziqiu is not sure whether Gao Xiuer will suddenly lose his mind after seeing Empress Xiao and the others. After all, hatred often makes a person change.
She was going crazy. He could only hide this matter first, and then find a chance to explain it to her when he came to Luoyang.
But the news of Gao Xiuer's arrival in Hongnong reached Empress Xiao's ears.
Empress Xiao has always moved relatively freely, and Lin Qiaoer went to pay her respects almost every day, but today Lin Qiaoer did not show up. In the embarrassing situation that Empress Xiao is in now, she is naturally very sensitive, and it is inevitable to send someone to inquire.
For a moment, why did Lin Qiaoer not come to see her? Did Liu Ziqiu feel that the overall situation had been decided and it would be detrimental to their ancestors and grandchildren?
The result of the inquiry surprised Queen Xiao. It was Liu Ziqiu's wife who came to Hongnong from the south of the Yangtze River. Queen Xiao already knew that Liu Ziqiu forced his way into the palace to rescue the lady, and she couldn't help but be very curious. And she is now
Due to the situation, it was really necessary to establish a good relationship with Liu Ziqiu's wife, so he sent someone to invite her.
When Gao Xiuer heard that it was Empress Xiao who had invited her, she was also very surprised and said quickly: "Since the empress is here, it is the common woman who should pay her respects. You two sisters, please come with me."
Liu Ziqiu heard that Lin Qiaoer and Mu Duoli would also go with Gao Xiu'er, so he relaxed a little. He knew Mu Duoli's martial arts skills, and the two Gao Xiu'er were no match for Mu Duoli when put together. And Mu Duoli knew Xiao well.
The Queen was of great importance to him, so even if Gao Xiuer suddenly had murderous intentions, Mu Duoli would stop her in time.
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Their residences are actually in the back house of the Yang family, just in different gardens. Gao Xiuer, Lin Qiaoer and Mu Duoli are not the kind of spoiled women, so they walked directly there without the need for a carriage or horse. However,
The back house of the Yang family had already been vacated, leaving only a few maids. These three absolute women with different styles walked by without causing any disturbance.
When she heard that Mrs. Liu had arrived, Empress Xiao personally greeted her.
Three years ago in Shanglin Xiyuan, Gao Xiuer once met Empress Xiao. Nearly three years later, Empress Xiao has also experienced many hardships, but her face is still exactly the same as three years ago. Time seems to have not left any mark on her face.
Gao Xiuer was greatly amazed by any trace.
Seeing Gao Xiuer, Queen Xiao frowned slightly and said, "Mrs. Liu, the Ai family seems to have seen you somewhere?"
Before Gao Xiuer could answer, Empress Xiao had already laughed and said: "The Ai family has remembered that you are the beauty Shi Huiniang of Qiyin Courtyard. At that time, the two Chen concubines wanted to recommend you to be the chief wife of Qiyin Courtyard, but it is a pity that you did not
Nothing good, missed."
Although the news about Xiyuan's assassination was sealed to the outside world, Queen Xiao knew it clearly. How could she not know that she was Shi Huiniang? Moreover, Liu Ziqiu had already told the whole story and told her that Shi Huiniang was Gao Xiu'er.
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Empress Xiao said this deliberately just to get closer to Gao Xiuer. There is no way. Although she is the Queen Mother, only she knows the misery. Their ancestors and grandchildren are now relying on others to survive. Make good with Gao Xiuer.
Only by doing so can they live longer and more comfortably.
Gao Xiuer was really shocked by Queen Xiao's "amazing" memory: "I remember it well, but my family's name is not Shi Huiniang. My family's surname is Gao, and my father is the former general Gao Jiong!"
After hearing the news, Empress Xiao was really surprised. Her body trembled involuntarily. She quickly calmed down and said in a sad voice: "Master Gao was loyal to the king and served the country, but it was a pity that he was harmed by villains. The late emperor was also deceived by treachery and evil.
A good man was killed by mistake. It's a pity that the late emperor had planned to add a title to Master Gao before his death, but... alas..."
This is of course a lie. With Yang Guang’s character, how can he admit his mistakes? If Gao Xiuer could be favored by Yang Guang when he was in Xiyuan, maybe Yang Guang would rehabilitate Gao Jiong when he was happy, just like he did with Xiao
Same as before. But it was just a gift from Yang Guang, and it was definitely not an admission of mistake.
However, in the current situation of Empress Xiao, she could only lie against her will. For no other reason than to please Gao Xiuer. Empress Xiao was originally a timid person who was afraid of death. In order to survive, she did not hesitate to commit herself to Yu Wenhua
And, now I just want her to tell a few lies to make Gao Xiuer happy, so that's no problem.
Gao Xiuer was not a three-year-old child, so how could she not understand what Empress Xiao meant. But in her heart, just like the idea that men were superior to women, the concept of the supremacy of monarchy was also deeply rooted in her bones.
Since Empress Xiao had said this, Gao Xiuer no longer denied it, sighed, and said: "Since the empress said that the late emperor had this intention for a long time, please ask the empress to issue an edict to clear my father's name."
Witnessing Li Xuanba being struck by lightning greatly touched Gao Xiuer. The ancients were superstitious, and Gao Xiuer was no exception. She believed that it was more important to accumulate virtue and do good than to seek revenge. Although she hated Yang Guang, Yang Guang
She is already dead, she can't take revenge on the orphans and widows left by Yang Guang, right? So in Gao Xiuer's heart, she has already thought about it. As long as Queen Xiao is willing to help Gao Jiong clear his name, this hatred can be wiped out.
"The Ai family remembers that Mr. Gao was once granted the title of Duke of Qi. The Ai family will issue an edict and posthumously confer Mr. Gao as the loyal king of Southern Qi." Queen Xiao was very open-minded. She wanted to please Gao Xiu'er and help Gao Jiong to clear his name. It was not a big deal.
Moreover, all the descendants of Gao Jiong have died violently, so even if he is crowned king, it will have no impact. Besides, this world will definitely belong to Liu Ziqiu in the future, and Liu Ziqiu will have to help Gao Jiong clear his name by then, so why not do it for her?
Smooth favors.
Gao Xiuer did not expect that Empress Xiao would directly pursue Gao Jiong as king, but she was greatly surprised and said repeatedly: "Thank you, empress."
When Empress Xiao saw Gao Xiuer's reaction, she knew that her orphan and widowed mother had escaped this disaster, and she quickly said: "Madam, let's not just talk outside. Let's invite you inside. The Ai family will set up a banquet to wash away Madam's dust."
Gao Xiuer even said she didn't dare, but still followed Empress Xiao into the big room.
In the room, a large group of palace maids and eunuchs were busy. These people have been serving Queen Xiao since they were in Longxi Palace. It is estimated that they will continue to stay with Queen Xiao for a long time in the future. However, Queen Xiao's status is not high now, and they
He couldn't raise his head, and saw that Gao Xiu'er and others looked humble. Only a pretty woman with two swords on her back looked melancholy and unhappy.
Gao Xiu'er glanced at the woman and suddenly said in surprise: "Hey, isn't this sister Ye'er? Why, you don't recognize me anymore?"
A smile appeared on Xue Ye'er's face, and she bent down and said a blessing: "Xue Ye'er has met Madam. May Madam be safe."
Gao Xiu'er pulled Xue Ye'er up, looked her up and down, and said: "I haven't seen you for several years, but my sister is still so beautiful, but she is a little thinner. I escaped from Xiyuan back then, and I'm afraid my sister also suffered a lot. Today is rare.
I met my sister here, and I will move around more often from now on, so as not to get into trouble."
Empress Xiao knew that Xue Ye'er knew Gao Xiu'er, but she didn't expect that the relationship between the two seemed to be particularly good. She couldn't help but laugh: "Ye'er, within the scope of Mr. Liu, the Ai family is very safe, and you don't need to be with you all day long.
As for the Ai family, you just need to spend more time with your wife from now on."
"Your servant obeys the decree." What Empress Xiao said was also a golden rule. Xue Yeer quickly saluted, but there was no sign of excitement.
However, the meal arranged by Empress Xiao was still very sumptuous. Although she lost her power, Liu Ziqiu did not lack any supply for her. The monthly expenses spent on Empress Xiao were many times more than Liu Ziqiu's.
The people who served Empress Xiao were originally from the palace, and they only sought luxury in food, clothing, housing and transportation.
Gao Xiuer was also used to being frugal in Changshan Village. After all, she had lived in Xiyuan for a while, so she was no stranger to all this, so she took it calmly. Because Xue Yeer and Gao Xiuer were old acquaintances, Empress Xiao did not let her wait on her side.
, also let her sit down, plus Lin Qiaoer and Mu Duoli, the five women sat together, the atmosphere of the meal was not bad.
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Although Empress Xiao was basically free, it was impossible for Liu Ziqiu not to arrange eyes and ears around her. The meeting situation between Gao Xiuer and Empress Xiao was quickly reported to Liu Ziqiu. Hearing that their meeting was quite pleasant this time, Liu Ziqiu was relieved.
Hearing that Empress Xiao had promised to rehabilitate Gao Jun and make him a king, Liu Ziqiu felt that he was a bit incompetent as a son-in-law. He was just thinking about whether to rehabilitate Gao Jun in a big way when he saw Ji Rentai walked in.
, said loudly: "My lord, someone from the Li family is here!"
In the battle of Chang'an, Ji Rentai was seriously injured by Yang Xuangan and almost lost his life. He has not recovered yet. Liu Ziqiu originally wanted him to rest for a while, but Ji Rentai couldn't sit still and insisted on following Liu Ziqiu. Liu Ziqiu couldn't resist.
He had no choice but to ask him to do something to spread the news.
Hearing that someone from the Li family was coming, Liu Ziqiu couldn't help but feel a little angry. This brother Li Changshan is also quite old, don't you understand what he means? He followed him from Longxi to Chang'an, and then from Chang'an to Hongnong. He would not give up until he achieved his goal.
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Liu Ziqiu couldn't help but darken his face, waved his hands and said: "Tell those two old gentlemen that Liu is busy with official duties and has no time to see them. Let them go back to where they came from."
Ji Rentai grinned and said, "Go back to my lord, it's not two old gentlemen who are here."
Liu Ziqiu asked curiously: "Who is coming then?"
He doesn't want to see the Li Changshan brothers, so what's the use of the others coming?
Ji Rentai cupped his hands and said, "It's the eldest lady of the Li family."