Qin Rushuang was a little angry, like an irritable little animal whose territory had been violated.
Somehow, her look reminded Xie Xun of the Persian cat in the imperial concubine's palace, whose hair exploded at every turn.
If the imperial concubine accidentally touches some other small animal when she goes out and is tainted with a smell that does not belong to it, that little thing will be so angry that it can ignore people for several days.
At this moment, Qin Rushuang's almond-shaped eyes widened slightly, wasn't she just like that jealous Persian cat?
Thinking about how the imperial concubine comforted the pet, Xie Xun softened his voice: "I have been practicing in the military camp these days. I was gesticulating with a veteran today and accidentally injured him."
"Really?" Qin Rushuang's tone was a little suspicious.
Who else can hurt Xie Xun?
Xie Xun pursed his lips.
Logically speaking, no one can hurt him, but he has been a little distracted these days.
After leaving the study that day, the person I couldn't let go of was not only Qin Rushuang, but also him.
"Well, I have been practicing more diligently these days." Xie Xun replied.
"Why are you training troops all of a sudden?" Qin Rushuang's attention was attracted by the information in Xie Xun's words.
Now that things have happened, she no longer wants to test Xie Xun, and even feels that her previous actions are a bit ridiculous. When did she become the kind of person who is emotionally affected by a man's words and deeds, and even takes the initiative to test him?
This is not her.
Pulling back her thoughts, she recalled that Xie Xun had been busy these past few days, which was indeed a bit unusual.
The military talisman in Xie Xun's hand was mainly in charge of the border guards. He only went to the military camp in Kyoto occasionally to convey the emperor's instructions and help train the soldiers himself.
In the military camp in Kyoto, the Imperial City Army is now housed. The commander of the Imperial City Army is Shen Xiaoyang's father, Shen Ci.
Daqi has a national motto since ancient times that internal and external military power cannot be put in charge of the same person.
I'm afraid that if this person, who has both internal and external military power, has thoughts of rebellion, taking the throne will be as easy as taking something from a bag.
Hearing Qin Rushuang's inquiry, Xie Xun sighed.
He wanted to talk about this later: "There is a banditry in the eastern suburbs of Qu County, fifty miles away from Kyoto. My father is furious."
"Qu County? How could this happen at the feet of the Emperor?" Qin Rushuang frowned. Qu County is more than fifty miles away from the imperial city. It can be said to be close or far, but it can be regarded as the feet of the Emperor. How could someone be so presumptuous?
"The message I received some time ago has already become vague. Bandits are entrenched in the eastern suburbs of Qu County. Their number is unknown, but there are quite a few."
Xie Xun paused: "My father has issued a decree to carry out an encirclement and suppression campaign. Mr. Shen is already very old and it is difficult for him to lead the troops himself, so my father ordered me to go there. I have been practicing in the military camp these days."
When Qin Rushuang heard this, she felt relieved.
The Imperial City Army in Kyoto is a good job, with less work and more military pay. Everyone seems to be in good spirits. In fact, many of them have never experienced war.
Even though it looks impressive, its combat effectiveness is actually limited.
Xie Xun has always been responsible for his work. Since the matter is entrusted to him, he will naturally be responsible for the lives of the soldiers.
It's not that I'm afraid of bandits, but it's always better to have fewer casualties.
No wonder Xie Xun has been leaving early and coming back late these past few days. It turned out to be for this matter.
"Then...your lord, be careful."
Fifty miles, the march back and forth does not take long, but there are several mountains in the eastern suburbs of Qu County. If the bandits retreat to the mountains and use roundabout tactics, it will take a long time.
I'm afraid I won't be able to catch up with her birthday.
"What did you want me to do just now? Or is there something wrong with my face?" Xie Xun cast a confused look at Qin Rushuang.
The two of them had already moved to sitting side by side by the bed. When it came to business, Qin Rushuang also put her previous tentative behavior behind her.
So when Qin Rushuang heard Xie Xun's question, her expression was awkward for a moment: "It's nothing."
Although Xie Xun had doubts in his heart, Qin Rushuang didn't say anything, so he didn't force the question and changed the topic.
"There are still a few days before departure, and spies are here to report. The bandits are very cunning. The spies went there several times before they found some clues."
Xie Xun paused: "I don't know how long it will take to leave. I'm afraid I won't be able to make it back in time for your birthday."
Although she was mentally prepared, when she heard Xie Xun personally say that her birthday would not come back, a sour emotion called disappointment filled her entire chest.
Logically speaking, Xie Xun was going to do business, so she shouldn't complain, but she felt a little uncomfortable after all.
Qin Rushuang suppressed the strange emotions in her heart and said: "The emperor's life is the most important thing, business matters are important. You... pay attention to your safety."
Xie Xun nodded, got up and walked to the small couch outside. He had been training his troops for a day and was already a little tired.
There was no need for Xie Xun to speak this time, so she explained: "Sleep on the bed. Your Majesty has business to do these days, so you still need to have a good rest."
Qin Rushuang could still tell the difference between what was light and what was serious. Xie Xun had been running around the palace barracks for several days, so he should take a good rest.
Seeing that she had taken the initiative to speak, Xie Xun did not refuse. He was indeed very tired.
The room was lit with soothing incense, and this time Xie Xun fell asleep within less than one stick of incense.
But Qin Rushuang beside her was tossing and turning.
After learning that Xie Xun had something to do in the past few days and had gone out early and returned late, and was not avoiding her intentionally, Qin Rushuang felt like a kitten was tickling her in her heart, unable to move up or down, making her unable to sleep.
Xie Xun left with a dark face that day, was it because he was not satisfied with his concession, or because...
Like Yang Wan'er said, are you angry at yourself for pushing him to others?
Qin Rushuang thought wildly all night last night and didn't sleep well. She woke up very early in the morning.
When she woke up, Xie Xun was still sleeping soundly next to her.
After a night of growth, Xie Xun's beard has grown some more.
Qin Rushuang stared at his chin curiously. She rarely saw Xie Xun looking so unkempt.
And the slightly stubbled hair made Qin Rushuang want to touch it the more she looked at it.
The stubble should be hard and a bit prickly, right?
Qin Rushuang was staring at Xie Xun's chin in trance, when Xie Xun's closed eyes suddenly opened.
Qin Rushuang was startled, why did she wake up suddenly?
There was a moment of defensiveness in Xie Xun's eyes, which was the instinctive reaction of a martial artist who suddenly felt someone approaching.
But when he saw it was Qin Rushuang, his guard relaxed.
So I closed my eyes again and fell asleep peacefully.
Qin Rushuang:......
Your Majesty, is this... staying in bed?
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This article is also known as "The Queen's Dog Training Diary"
ps: Shuangshuang is really not a soft heroine. She is just detained in the inner house now. She has nowhere to display her strategies. She will rise in the future! Queen Shuangshuang is rushing!!!
