Chapter 47: Leaving Luan and Farewell to the Phoenix
In the 16th year, Yong's army occupied the land of Jianghuai and wanted to cross the south. The court was frightened and knelt down to ask for peace. They bribed King Xian of Qi with a gold treasure and a girl, but they were eager to get it. Liu Ji's beauty and beauty surpassed those in the south of the Yangtze River and ordered the soldiers to rob her.
Yu sent Yongying.
——"History of Chu in the Southern Dynasties: Biography of Liu Ji"
In the twelfth year of the reign of Emperor Yong, at the Guazhou ferry outside Yangzhou City, large armies gathered on both sides of the river, with banners covering the sky and the sun. Yong's army once again came to the Yangtze River. This time, the commander-in-chief of Yong was still Pei Yun, but there were still many generals.
Prince Li Jun, the deputy commander-in-chief of Yongjiang's southern expedition, gave people a deep understanding of Yong's army's determination to march south of the Yangtze River.
The cold wind was bleak, biting and cold, and the clouds were dense. Huo Cong opened the tent door and looked out at the sky. The cold wind hit his face, which cheered up Huo Cong's spirit, but there was a trace of worry between his brows. The supplies of food, grass and winter clothes were gone yesterday.
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It's time to arrive. The first heavy snow this winter is about to fall. After the snow falls, the chill will definitely increase. If there is not enough warm clothing, the soldiers will suffer. With a sigh, he put down the curtain and felt that
have
Feeling a little chill, I walked to a corner of the tent, took a cup from the boxwood box next to the bed, and then poured a glass of wine from the wine pot simmering on the copper stove in the middle of the tent. Wait until the wine became warm.
After that, he took a slow sip, with a bit of slackness in his deep eyes. He took the wine glass and returned to the desk, picked up a pen to finish processing the remaining official documents, and waited until he put the organized documents aside.
, the wine in the cup is already dripping.
At this moment, the curtain was opened, and the cold wind blew in the flying snow, but a young man wearing a bright yellow military uniform strode in. The cloak was covered with snow, but it was none other than Prince Li Jun. Li Jun
He smiled and said, "Or are you lazy, Gu and General Pei went to the riverside to watch the formation, but they were half frozen to death?"
Huo Cong quickly stood up, stepped forward to help Li Jun take off his cloak, took a cup and poured wine and presented it to him, and argued: "Your Highness, you just wronged someone casually. If I were not busy sorting out documents, I would definitely accompany Your Highness."
Those who go to observe the formation don’t know what the strength of the Chu army is?”
Li Jun drank a glass of wine and felt much warmer. He said with a smile: "I can't see anything in my eagerness, but General Pei really wants to start the war as soon as possible. He was defeated in Guazhou five years ago, and he still treats it as
It was a great shame and humiliation, not to mention that later the Southern Chu army launched an attack in Huaidong.
Sizhou fell, and Chuzhou was almost lost, but it was all due to lack of troops. In the next two or three years, Uncle Wang did not allow him to attack Sizhou. These years of forbearance had long suppressed the fierce tiger General Pei.
What a tragedy, if I hadn't stopped him, I'm afraid he would have rushed the boat across the river."
Huo Cong said with a smile: "General Pei just wanted to attack across the river in one go, so as not to delay the situation for a long time. Instead, he allowed Yang Xiu to stabilize the defense line. After all, the natural dangers of the Yangtze River are extremely difficult to overcome. However, His Highness the King of Qi has an order to let us hold the line next spring.
Crossing the Yangtze River again, it’s up to you to decide
Since we have already made a decision, our army can only act according to the order. In fact, in the past two years, General Pei has advanced step by step, captured Sizhou, crossed the Huai River, defeated Sizhou, recaptured Guangling, visited Yangzhou again, and drank from the Yangtze River.
, who else can ridicule him with what happened in the past?"
Li Jun nodded in agreement, his eyes fell on the desk inadvertently, and he saw a letter, signed by Jiang Zhe. His face immediately darkened, and he sighed and said, "Is there another letter from my uncle?"
Huo Cong said calmly: "Yes, the gentleman wrote a letter saying that there should be no war in Yangzhou this winter, and asked me to go to Hefei to see him."
As soon as Huo Cong finished speaking, Li Jun had already crushed the wine glass in his hand, looked at Huo Cong fiercely, and said, "Are you going to Hefei?"
Huo Cong thought to himself, if I really want to go, I'm afraid I won't be able to get out of the camp, so I can only smile bitterly and say: "Your Highness, it's not like you don't know your thoughts. If I really want to beg Lan'er,
I'm afraid that I'll be married to Lan'er already by now."
Li Jun was stunned when he heard this, with a hint of apology on his face, and then turned into a frown. In his mind, he had long regarded Roulan as his future crown princess. His father and mother had already agreed, and he thought that sooner or later, they would be as one.
, they grew old together. Unexpectedly, a big change happened two years ago, and there were many twists and turns on the road to marriage. He had already begged each other hard, but Jiang Zhe refused to marry him. Instead, he refused to marry him several times.
He deliberately recruited Huo Cong back to his side so that Huo Cong and Roulan could get married. If Roulan hadn't refused and held Huo Cong captive, he would have been filled with hatred. Although he secretly wrote to his mother for help.
, but the mother wrote back and said that the father had temporarily suppressed the marriage proposal, but without Jiang Zhe's consent, even the father could not grant the marriage without permission. What should we do?
Seeing Li Jun's frown, Huo Cong felt uncomfortable. The war in the past two years has been going very smoothly. Qin Yong on the western front attacked Bajun and Kuizhou. General Changsun Ji also captured Jingling and Suizhou, and the Jingchi troops in Huaixi also attacked.
They have already captured Liyang, and even the Jiangnan route has been moved to Hefei a month ago. This is surprising.
It's a happy thing, but whenever I think about myself working around the prince in fear, always being wary of the prince and remembering that I am a love rival, I regret even more that I was smart enough to report the message to Li Jun. If it weren't for this, I don't think Mr. Lai would have let him go.
Just suffer the embarrassment by following Li Jun.
Just as the atmosphere in the tent was getting more and more depressing, a sergeant reported outside that someone was asking to see Huo Cong. Although Huo Cong didn't know who asked to see him, he felt strange at first and wanted to avoid it, so he told Li Jun.
With a cry, let him worry there and walk to the side by himself
The man who came to the military tent was asked to bring the man who wanted to see him. The man who came was a man in his thirties. He had an ordinary appearance, but he had a majestic appearance that made people dare not underestimate him. When Huo Cong saw him, he stood up in shock and went up.
He bowed forward and said, "Why did Senior Brother Bai Yi come here? Could it be that there is some order from Sir?"
Bai Yi smiled slightly and said: "We have rarely received orders from sir in the past two years. This time I came to see you for a private matter and want to ask for your help."
Huo Cong became more and more confused. He knew the abilities of these senior brothers, and the Eight Horses were all in sync with each other. What else did he need to help with? After thinking about it, he guessed that it must be related to Mr.
He should have some advantages over Bajun in front of his husband. After thinking about this, he said respectfully: "Senior brother, please tell me, I will definitely try my best."
Bai Yi hesitated for a moment and then said: "Now that Dayong has occupied all the land north of the Yangtze River, the court of Southern Chu is like the sun is setting on the west, so it intends to sue for peace. In order to please the commander of Yong's army, in addition to gold, silver and jewelry, he also sent some beauties.
Musician, I hope that in exchange for His Highness King Qi to suspend the offensive and allow peace talks."
When Huo Cong heard this, he couldn't help but laugh and said: "Isn't this because he was ill and sought medical treatment? Who doesn't know that His Highness Prince Qi has stopped wandering around in sensuality since he married Princess Jiaping?"
Bai Yi smiled bitterly and said: "Some things are hard to believe, not to mention that His Highness King Qi has been leading the army for five or six years. No wonder they think so, but ordinary beauties are just fine. In order to win the favor of King Qi, Shang Weijun
The two great courtesans from Qin and Huai were forcibly sent to Hefei.
It's a bit too much. One of these two people is named Ling Yu, a survivor of Fengyi Clan, and the other is named Liu Rumeng, but he is the sweetheart of his fourth brother Yu Lun. Now he is beside His Highness Prince Qi in Hefei. I want to
Please ask my junior brother to speak to the gentleman and ask him to speak to the King of Qi and let Miss Liu go."
Huo Cong was a little strange and said: "If sir knew about such a thing, he would naturally do his best. Why does senior brother ask me to give advice?"
Bai Yi smiled bitterly and shook his head. He could only tell a brief story about Yu Lun's departure from the secret camp. After hearing this, Huo Cong thought for a long time and said: "Brother, don't worry. I received a letter from Mr. and am preparing to go to Hefei. This matter will be discussed next.
I will try my best to help. Where is Senior Brother Yuolun now? Do you know about this?"
Bai Yi sighed: "It is precisely because he already knows about this and has already rushed to Hefei that I am so worried. For some reason, Yu Lun seems to have a grudge against the husband. I am worried that he will not go to ask for help from the husband."
They may use force to save people, but Yongying has many experts and thousands of troops.
I'm worried that even if your husband doesn't embarrass him, he won't be able to escape death. Besides, Miss Liu's talent and beauty are rare in the world. If something goes wrong, even if Yu Lun survives, I'm afraid she will die of a broken heart. That's why I begged my junior brother to plead with him.
, if there is no help from Mr., I’m afraid they will, alas!”
Huo Cong nodded and said: "Although Senior Brother Yu Lun has left the secret camp, he is still our fellow sect after all. How can we not try our best to help him? And according to Senior Brother, Mr. has always been kind to him. This time may be a turning point, but Feng
How come there are still remnants of the Yimen alive? Doesn’t it mean that you don’t want to kill them all?”
Bai Yi smiled and said: "Fengyi Sect has disappeared. As long as the remaining remnants have not achieved great achievements, there is no need to worry about it. Although Miss Lingyu is a disciple who entered the house, she is peaceful in nature and has no ambitions. Secondly, there are people
We have taken a fancy to her, so we don’t dare to embarrass her, and we have to try to take care of her."
Huo Cong was surprised when he heard this and said: "To be able to condescend to take care of my senior fellow apprentice, I believe that the noble status must be unusual. Why do you let Miss Lingyu live in the world?"
Bai Yi heard this and said in a low voice: "This matter is very rare. It was the Fourth Young Master Qiu who took a fancy to Miss Lingyu. Originally, he wanted to take her away, but it happened that Miss Lingyu was Ji Xia's disciple. The Fourth Young Master
I don't dare to be good at it. I need permission from the Demon Sect. It is said that the Demon Sect did not say yes or no, but just asked the Fourth Young Master to retreat for three years, so Miss Lingyu is still in Jianye. But it is difficult.
It’s strange that the Fourth Young Master fell in love with her. This girl is gentle, virtuous, and proficient in music. I think she and the Fourth Young Master must have met each other as close friends, and they are in love with each other. It’s just that if the Demon Sect didn’t nod, the Fourth Young Master would not even think of marrying her back, but even though
In this case, we don't dare to neglect her, but we are worried that the Demon Sect will simply send someone to take her life. In this way, we have no way to explain to the Fourth Young Master."
Huo Cong couldn't help sighing after hearing this, and said: "There are many winds and rains in the world, which have broken up countless mandarin ducks. However, since this girl Lingyu is the one who likes the fourth young master, I think that sir will not treat her lightly. However, I don't know whether sir will do anything about Miss Liu."
Know."
Bai Yi hesitated for a moment and said: "Junior brother, you don't know about some things. Miss Liu's appearance and temperament are like an old friend of your husband. In order not to make your husband sad, we don't dare to report her affairs to him, otherwise we wouldn't have to do it now."
I went to plead for mercy." He did not mention another worry. Ba Jun was worried about Jiang Zhe's relationship with Liu Zhe in the past.
Everyone knows a little about Piao Xiang's love story, and most of them have even seen this famous courtesan who was shining brightly on the Qinhuai River. Although Jiang Zhe and Princess Changle treat each other as if they were guests, if Jiang Zhe has feelings for Liu Rumeng because she looks like an old friend,
She is in great trouble. Putting aside Princess Changle's side, how can Yu Lun be so embarrassed?
Huo Cong heard vaguely. Although he was deeply loved and trusted by Jiang Zhe, he would not tell him about Jiang Zhe's past love affairs. Now he vaguely guessed that Jiang Zhe was also emotionally involved in those years. His originally vague thoughts gradually became clearer.
After leaving Bai Yi, he returned to his tent and couldn't help but said with regret: "This is a rare good opportunity. If I don't take the opportunity to resolve the marriage between His Highness the Crown Prince and Lan'er, I'm afraid I will have to compete with His Highness the Crown Prince for my sweetheart."
Troops gathered inside and outside Hefei. The original important town in Huaixi has now become the main camp for the southern route of the Dayong River. Four months ago, Jing Chi captured Hefei. A month ago, Li Xian moved his headquarters here. Dayong has already
With all the land north of the Yangtze River, Li Xian can cross the Yangtze River to the south just after Li Xian gives the order. However, it seems that Li Xian has no plans to fight in the middle of winter.
In addition to strictly guarding against the counterattack of the Southern Chu army, the soldiers were resting in Hefei. Every three to five days, they would hold banquets with the army's lieutenants. There would be singing and dancing in the city of Hefei, as if Yong's army intended to cross the river to stop it.
When the Nanchu peace envoys arrived outside Hefei, they felt such an atmosphere and felt that their hope of successful peace was only in vain.
The envoy who came to seek peace this time was Shang Weijun and Shang Chengye. Not only was Shang Chengye brave enough, but because the matter was so involved, in order to obtain peace, Shang Weijun was ready to agree to any harsh conditions, as long as
In exchange for Yong's army's promise not to cross the Yangtze River, Yong's army now has the power of victory. If they agree to the peace negotiation, they must pay a heavy price. These things are not humane, so naturally they can only send Shang Chengye.
When we arrived outside the city, it was already dusk. According to the order of Qi King Li Xian, the Nanchu envoys camped outside the city tonight and sent sergeants to stay outside. The Nanchu envoys would not be summoned until tomorrow morning. Although I felt that Li Xian was rude, but
At this moment, Shang Chengye did not dare to care about it and could only order to settle down. This time he brought more than thirty carriages as tribute gifts and settled down.
It took half a day to get here. By the time everything was arranged, it was already the end of the unitary hour. Shang Chengye was still worried, so he went to Liu Rumeng, who was selected as the female music leader, to inspect the Lingyu tent and saw the two of them.
His expression was indifferent, but his complexion was good. He felt relieved and tried to comfort him a few more times. Seeing that both women seemed to be indifferent, he could only shake his head and go back to rest.
Seeing Shang Chengye leaving, a trace of hatred flashed in Liu Rumeng's eyes, and she worriedly said to Lingyu: "Sister, you know some martial arts, why not take the opportunity to escape? If you enter Hefei, you will never be able to do it again."
There is no chance. Although I don’t know much about Jianghu affairs, I also know that the sect my sister belonged to was an imperial prisoner in Dayong."
Lingyu sighed: "How can I let my sister face the Yong people alone? What's more, even if Lingyu wants to escape, where can she escape to? I don't need to tell you."
Liu Rumeng saw Lingyu's expression was gloomy, but her slender hands were stroking the jade pendant carved in the shape of a guqin. She couldn't help but sigh: "There are so many unlucky men in the world. Why does my sister need to worry about that ruthless man every day? He is most likely a playboy."
, it’s just the fragrant moonlight that occasionally lingers.”
Lingyu said calmly: "My little sister and the Fourth Young Master are just musical acquaintances, but they are not unlucky. My little sister just regrets that she didn't have the chance to learn the piano from him."
Seeing Ling Yu's lovely, elegant and clear demeanor, Liu Rumeng smiled and said: "I feel pity for such a beautiful woman, let alone those Lu men. I don't believe that the Fourth Young Master will not be moved when he sees his sister's talent and beauty.
?I don’t know what went wrong.
It’s hard to warm up the dreams of mandarin ducks.” After saying this, he became interested and sang loudly: “Mandarin ducks on the coral leaves, young phoenixes in the phoenix nest. The branches of the nest are broken and the phoenix returns, and the dead leaves are blown by the strong wind. Once there, nothing is left.
People ask, the king has been destroyed for eternity and knows. (Note 1) "
She was the most popular courtesan in singing and dancing in the south of the Yangtze River. Singing a song was the easiest thing for her to do. Originally, she meant to make fun of Ling Yu, but after singing only two lines, she felt sad.
Song Yu, who had disappeared, was really moved with deep emotion. By the last two lines of the song, he was so sad that it was unspeakable and made people cry.
Ever since Ling Yu was picked up by Liu Rumeng that day, it was normal for the two of them to play the piano and sing together. Seeing that Liu Rumeng's songs were filled with sadness, he was worried that she would be too sad, so he took the guqin and played the song "
"Yi Lan Cao", the piano music was gentle, but after a moment, Liu Rumeng stopped her mournful voice. Ling Yu was also melancholy in her heart, but when the piano sound changed, she played "Li Luan Cao" and sang loudly:
"I am a book of fragrant flowers. I love the merchants of the Qing Dynasty. I can play the Zhu Xian very well and the Yu Sheng is blown all over. I don't learn the customs of the country, and I come to the quiet orchids and white snow in my free time. I never get involved, and the spring resentment of the girl's love. There is a strong wind on the street for no reason, and I want to
Pearl saddle, welcome into the Lihuayuan. Clear tears, hesitation.
There is a golden house in the red place of the setting sun. I was born in the Qiu River, in the cold desert at dawn. I plucked the strings and plucked the beads and talked about the wind and rain. The road was a beautiful hall to relieve my sorrow. Looking back, the sound and dust are gone. I have been away from Luan Cao all my life, which is quite sad.
Not sullen but gentle. After chatting and playing, he sighed three times. (Note 2) "
In terms of singing voice alone, Ling Yu is not as good as Liu Rumeng, but it is still a temporary choice. This song is even more self-destructive and sincere.
The two women expressed their feelings to each other by singing on the piano, but everyone in the camp was so intoxicated when they heard it. Even the officers and soldiers of the Yong Army who were guarding outside the camp, although most of them were heroic warriors who only knew how to kill and fight, they could not help but be intoxicated and forget about it.
Where are you.
Outside the camp of the Nanchu envoys, in the dark night, a figure clenched his fists and listened to the misty piano music in the night wind. For a long time, he whispered: "Once no one cares about it, it will last forever."
Destroying Junzhi. Rumeng, I have let down your affection. Unless I die here this time, I will definitely take you away." Before his voice died, his figure had already swept forward like a phantom, the number one in Jiangnan.
kill
There is no doubt that the unique skill of the hand is on display, but in a moment, he has bypassed many defense lines and approached the tent where Liu Rumeng and Lingyu live. Through the curtain, you can faintly see the lights flickering. The man leaned down and listened for a moment.
, whispered outside the tent: "Rumeng!" With his sensitive hearing, he could hear two people inside the tent whispering, and a familiar and moving voice said: "Song Yu, is that you?"
Song Yu's heart warmed up and he ducked into the tent. Under the light, he saw Liu Rumeng in plain clothes looking at him intently. He hadn't seen her for two years. Although Liu Rumeng was more elegant than before, when Song Yu saw it,
When I came, I felt that there was a little sadness and tiredness in the corners of her eyebrows, and the deep affection that I had suppressed burst out instantly, and I didn't notice the appearance of the other person in the tent.
, he stepped forward and took the beautiful woman he thought about day and night into his arms. When he felt Liu Rumeng hugging him with her backhand, the shadow that was deep in his heart gradually faded away. At this moment, he only had Liu Rumeng in his heart.
One person. After an unknown amount of time, Song Yu woke up and whispered: "Meng'er, follow me. I will never let you be sent to Yongying as a gift."
Liu Rumeng wiped away the tears on her face, turned around and said, "Sister Lingyu, come with us."
Lingyu also showed joy on her face and said: "Congratulations to my sister and Mr. Song for their reunion today. My little sister didn't leave before because she was not sure to take her sister with her. Now that Mr. Song is helping me, I naturally want to go together."
Liu Rumeng was overjoyed and said to Song Yu: "Sister Lingyu also knows Qinggong, so it shouldn't hinder you, right?"
Yu Lun smiled bitterly and thought to himself, since you have already agreed, how can I still object? He didn't know about Ling Yu and Qiu Yufei, but he knew her origins. He thought her martial arts might not be too bad, so he nodded and said:
"You guys pack up and we'll leave together at the third watch."
Both women knew that the situation was urgent, so they just packed up their jewelry and Lingyu took the guqin with her, but they couldn't let her give up. The three of them turned off the lights and waited until the third watch, when it was Yu's turn to go outside the tent.
After exploring for a while, he took the two of them and sneaked out of the camp.
The camp was guarded by the Southern Chu Forbidden Army, and the guards were lax. Yu Lun was a killer, and even with Liu Rumeng, he was still able to do it with ease. Although Ling Yu was unfamiliar with martial arts, Fengyi Sect's Qinggong was famous all over the world. After a while, the three of them
Already reached the edge of the camp. Overturned
Folding Fan pointed lightly, and then moved quickly, holding the two sergeants who were shot by the fan's poisonous needle, putting them in a frozen posture, turning around and taking Liu Rumeng out. Just holding Liu Rumengsu's hand,
Then I felt a wisp of sword energy coming from behind, and it was almost instinctive to turn around.
He rushed forward, hearing Liu Rumeng's exclamation. Yuolun didn't care to alarm the Chu army in the camp, and ran wildly, trying to throw away the threat behind him, but the sword energy was like a maggot attached to the bone.
He was hesitant, and Yu Lun felt an inescapable sense of despair in his heart.
At this moment, there was a clanging sound of sword blades connecting behind him. The sword energy suddenly stagnated. Yuolun took the opportunity to turn around and saw Lingyu holding a soft sword and fighting with a man dressed in Nanchu.
Men in imperial uniforms fight against each other,
The man's sword moves like the shadows of stars and rivers, and is as vast as the sea. It is really a superb swordsmanship. The sword light of the Lingyu Plain Snow Sword sparkles and blooms, like a cold plum blossom standing on the snow, and the splendor is overflowing. He is the direct descendant of Fengyi Sect.
The peerless swordsmanship.
Yu Lun sneered, pointed the folding fan in his hand, and a ray of black light shot towards the man's vitals. He had spotted the power of the Lingyu Sword, and the hidden weapon had accurately targeted the position where the man's figure moved. It was supposed to be foolproof, but right before
The moment the hidden weapon flew out, Yu Lun's expression changed
A sudden change occurred. Lingyu's figure suddenly appeared on the path of the hidden weapon. To Yu Lun's expectation, his hidden weapon actually attacked Lingyu's vest. Seeing that this woman who had always been gentle and graceful and never competed with others was about to be fragrant.
When the jade disappeared, Yulun couldn't help but exclaimed.
Lingyu still didn't know about the crisis behind her. Although she didn't like martial arts, if she practiced poorly, she wouldn't be able to deal with Ji Xia. In addition, she was very talented and had some achievements, but she lacked experience in fighting with others.
The courage to fight. This time he was forced to be sent to Yongying
, she was also frightened in her heart, so she found the soft sword originally given to her by Ji Xia and took it with her. No one except Liu Rumeng knew about it. Just then she saw someone suddenly appeared to chase Yu Lun. In danger, Ling Yu
Because of my lack of eyesight, I couldn't see that the man had no murderous intention, and I saw Liu Rumeng's expression.
Frightened, he mustered up the courage to pull out the soft sword from his waist and rush out of the way. He didn't dare to think about anything. The sword flashed with lightning in a continuous stream. In order to save people, he had no distracting thoughts in his mind. He cast aside fear, but it was his intention and the sword.
Together, they were able to stop the man from pursuing him. But after three or four moves,
Knowing that Song Yu must have escaped danger, and seeing the man's sword as strong as a mountain, Lingyu felt timid in his heart, and his sword power immediately became scattered, so he simply retreated to one side, not daring to fight that man again. Who would have expected?
Due to her cultivation and courage, she used hidden weapons to help, but she plunged Lingyu into a state of death.
Just when Yuolun screamed and couldn't bear to witness it, the long sword of the Imperial Army sergeant turned and passed by Lingyu's figure, knocking down the black light. In this way, a flaw was inevitably exposed. Lingyu was originally about to
She retreated, and when she saw this, her mind moved. She knew that this man was extremely powerful in martial arts and swordsmanship. She was worried that Song Yu was no match for him, and she didn't know that the man was saving her, so she became ruthless and
The sword stabbed at the man's left shoulder. The soft sword in her hand could cut through gold and jade. This sword was like lightning. It penetrated the gap in the shoulder armor lightly. Blood overflowed. Lingyu was so frightened that her hands and feet became weak.
The sword could no longer penetrate, and she saw the man's eyes like cold lightning falling on her. Lingyu screamed, but did not dare to draw the sword, and quickly retreated, already behind Liu Rumeng.
All these changes happened in the midst of lightning and thunder. It was not until this moment that Liu Rumeng understood. She saw the hidden weapon falling on the ground, the bloody soft sword falling on the ground, and Lingyu's pale face. Although she didn't know
Lingyu guessed the danger just now, and was even more grateful to her for risking her life to save Song Yu. He quickly hugged her into his arms and whispered comfort.
The sergeant looked at the blood-stained shoulder with a wry smile. He saw that Lingyu had no experience in fighting, so he couldn't bear to save him. Unexpectedly, he was stabbed by her. Fortunately, Lingyu did not dare to kill anyone, and this sword was just
Flesh wounds. Although he was injured, the man had no hatred in his heart. He already felt guilty when he tried to stop him.
, and secondly, he also saw that Lingyu had a kind heart and was a kind-hearted woman who had never stained her hands with blood. This sword was really a last resort. With a slight sigh, he pulled out the soft sword and threw it aside.
He pulled a piece of his shirt to wrap around his shoulder injury, then took off the helmet that covered his face and said, "Brother Song, you'd better leave."
Yuolun's eyes fell on the man's face, showing an unconcealable look of shock. His expressions were ever-changing. He turned a blind eye to the Nanchu sergeants who gathered around him after hearing the news. After a long time, he said: "The first sword of Wu Yue, who was so righteous in the sky, once fought for the great nation."
Why did Ding Mingding, the general who fought through life and death, kidnapped prisoners in Qiao Yuan, and resisted the enemy in Xianxia, become Shang Weijun's lackey now?"
There was a hint of shame on Ding Ming's face, and he said sadly: "Sir, Mr. Ding is not a person who wants to follow people's influence. It's just that the national situation is difficult and the south of the Yangtze River is in danger. If the peace negotiation can succeed, then tens of millions of people in Southern Chu will have a place to live and work. For the overall situation,
For his own sake, Ding could only accept Yang Canjun’s decision.
Please, escort the envoy all the way north. Miss Liu and Miss Lingyu are the names on the tribute list. If they are allowed to escape, they will definitely anger Dayong, and there will be no hope for peace talks. The young master is also a person with righteous thoughts, so he should know the interests and consequences.
When it comes to gains and losses, don’t sacrifice your righteousness for personal reasons.”
Song Yu looked around and sneered: "Peace, huh, it's just a matter of time before Dayong sweeps the world. Without strength, how can we talk about peace? Besides, even if the country rises and falls, everyone is responsible. Could it be the civil and military ministers of the DPRK?"
One hundred thousand armored warriors are incapable of defending the country, but do you want to put this heavy responsibility on two women? Even if you want to be Goujian and suffer hardships, you still have to see if others are willing to be the king of Wu.
Well, I, Song Yu, am just a killer assassin. I also had a share in the death of the general. What you said to me about the righteousness of the country is really playing the piano to an ox. If you are determined to stop me, even if I retreat without success, I will still watch you every night.
Kill you people one by one. If you are smart, let the three of us leave, otherwise, hum!" Following his cold and heart-piercing words, a floating murderous aura instantly filled the world.
Everyone could hear the cold murderous intention in Song Yu's words, and they all felt as if they were in the ice and snow of Sanjiu. The faces of several timid sergeants were already pale. Shang Chengye, who had already left the tent for inspection under the protection of the guards,
He was only glanced at by Song Yu's icy-cold eyes.
, I suddenly felt frightened, and I no longer had the courage to come forward to reminisce about the past. I just felt that the person in front of me was very strange, not like a good friend or acquaintance in the past. I vaguely remembered that Ouou Ning had told me about this person.
He is a killer. Is this his true face?
Ding Ming's martial arts was already extremely high, but his feelings were different. He felt that the murderous aura surged like ocean waves, but it was unpredictable and erratic. It came and went suddenly, if it was there or not, it gave people an elusive feeling of powerlessness.
Su Rong said: "The ruthless young master is indeed worthy of his reputation.
"It is said that I just kept a low profile in the past, so I asked Ding to learn the master's murderous skills." He felt ashamed at first, but when he heard that Song Yu admitted that he was related to Lu Can's death, he couldn't help but feel angry, thinking that this man had been a murderer in the past.
Shang Chengye, the guest of honor, in my heart
Having already believed it for a while, he couldn't help but feel murderous intention. Ling Ren's sword energy shot up into the sky and collided with the murderous aura emanating from Song Yu. Suddenly, there were violent winds and waves in a space of several feet, forcing the sergeants who were surrounding him to fight.
After retreating, Liu Rumeng looked stunned and stunned.
There, she didn't know how to retreat. The overflowing sword energy blew by with strong wind, and a lock of Liu Rumeng's black hair fell to the ground. Lingyu woke up and quickly pulled her back a few steps. The soldiers stared blankly at the two people confronting each other.
, never thought that he could hold the two women hostage first.
With a flash of sword light, it was like a galaxy shaking. Yu Lun's figure was drowned by the wave of swords almost instantly. Ding Ming vented all his hatred and grief on Yu Lun for being forced to escort Shang Chengye. Every sword strike was extremely powerful.
Dangerous
, if one of Yu Lun's moves fails, he will be shattered into pieces under the sword light like flowing rainbows and flying lightning. However, this time Yu Lun has no reservations, the folding fan opens and closes, waving gracefully and elegantly, the body is like catkins, dancing with the wind, the shape is
Like a ghost, looming in the sea of swords, Ding Ming's sword slowed down a little, and he launched a fatal attack. Every time, Ding Ming felt that he was close to death. The two of them were getting faster and faster, and the strong wind was surging, full of excitement.
Feisha
Walking on the stone, the two figures seemed to be intertwined, but one was like a god coming to earth, swaying the lightning in his hand at will, and the other was like the Nine Nether Demon God, casually using the killing move to chase souls and kill people, and they were completely different from each other.
Ding Ming was frightened while fighting. This man's martial arts skills were completely different from those two years ago. It was almost difficult for him to distinguish the comings and goings of his moves. But he didn't know that his state of mind in the past two years was because of Liu Rumeng.
I am no longer depressed and lonely, my vitality is rekindled, and I have made great progress by practicing with concentration. Practicing martial arts
If a person is guided by a famous teacher, his initial achievements will mainly depend on his talent, but in the later stages, it will depend on his character and wisdom. Yu Lun was originally a smart and enlightened person, and he has gone through all kinds of love and hatred. Two years ago, because of Lu Canzhi
Something happened, and his soul suffered a strong impact, which gave him the opportunity to make rapid progress.
It's just that although Yu Lun has made great progress, after all, he is not as strong as Ding Ming. After the two fought hard for hundreds of moves, Ding Ming gradually stabilized the situation, and his sword power became more agile and smooth, while Yu Lun gradually became more defensive and less offensive.
Although others couldn't see it, he himself knew that it would be difficult for him to win.
Liu Rumeng's eyes were completely drained of energy. Although there was a fierce battle related to her fate going on in front of her eyes, she didn't notice it at all. She just thought about Song Yu's words claiming that he was responsible for Lu Can's death. She
She was not an ordinary woman, nor a businesswoman who did not know the hatred of her country. Ever since the general was falsely accused and imprisoned, she had deeply hated Shang Weijun for harming the country. She even tried to persuade Song Yu several times, hoping that he could speak to Shang Chengye and save the situation.
thing
, although she knew there was little hope, she did not want to stand idly by. Although she knew that Song Yu had a good relationship with Shang Chengye, she never thought that Song Yu would harm the pillar of the country, even when Song Yu was sentenced to death by Lu Can.
When Ri returned to his residence in despair, Liu Rumeng only said that he was sad. He never thought that Lu Can's death would have anything to do with Song Yu. The love was deep and the responsibility was deep, so Liu Rumeng was so heartbroken.
At this time, Ding Ming suddenly shouted loudly, his sword flashed with lightning, and he stabbed five swords in succession. Each sword struck the bone of Yuolun's folding fan. The sound was as clear and clear as a clang, and it was continuous. Yuolun tried his best to dodge and counterattack.
, but he couldn't avoid the fierce and majestic sword power. By the fifth sword
, the folding fan in Yu Lun's hand flew away, and he staggered back. The long sword in Ding Ming's hand did not slow down at all, stabbing Yu Lun's heart. Yu Lun knew that there was really no way to escape this time, and his cold and deep eyes showed a look of despair and discouragement.
, looking calmly as the sword sank into his body.
At the same time, Lingyu, the only one who could clearly see the situation, screamed: "No!" The voice was so sad and frightening that Ding Ming's heart trembled, remembering the exact message Song Yu gave him and others Lu Can that day, so that they could see Lu Can
Even though he failed to save Da
General, this kind of love cannot go unpaid. Moreover, after a fierce battle for a long time, Ding Ming felt a little less sad and angry, and he could think more rationally. In his opinion, Song Yu did not have the ability and identity to affect the overall situation, even if he said something that should not be said.
His words are just push
Adding fuel to the flames, but if Shang Weijun hadn't done this intentionally, he wouldn't have destroyed the Great Wall in the end. What's more, seeing Song Yu's words, he felt quite regretful. His mind was spinning, and Ding Ming deflected the long sword in his hand, avoiding the vital point. Although
In this way, blood suddenly poured out
, dyed more than half of his body red. Ding Ming was not having a good time either. He was originally stabbed by Lingyu, although it was not very serious, but after a fierce battle for a long time, the wound burst open, and blood was soaked through his clothes at this moment, but he had been concentrating on fighting until this moment.
Only then did I realize something.
Ordinary people could not clearly see the fighting situation in the field. They suddenly felt that the two people who were fighting fiercely froze. Then they saw Ding Ming's long sword piercing Song Yu's right chest, but both of them were covered with blood.
Soaked in ordinary blood, it was almost impossible to tell who won and who lost.
Yuolun's eyes were condensed, as if the sharp sword was not piercing his body. He slowly stretched out his left hand and held the blade. The blood instantly dripped from between the palm and the blade of the sword, and merged into the blood river on the ground. He was cold.
He said coldly: "Ding Daxia has changed a lot after he survived from Nanfu. Hasn't he been bribed by Dayong's favor, so he is so serious about the peace negotiation?"
Ding Ming's eyes flashed with rage, and then turned cold, and said: "Yes, Ding went to the Yue clan in southern Fujian to seek medical treatment for his poisonous injuries. Fortunately, he was able to escape death with the help of Yue Qingyan, the wife of Yongjing Haigong.
But Ding’s heart can be shown every day. Mrs. Jiang is generous and tolerant and has not made things difficult for me, nor has she bribed Ding into treason and seeking glory. Whether you believe it or not, Ding has no regrets.”
Yu Lun smiled coldly and was about to say more when a pleasant voice sounded in his ears: "Does Yu Lang just want to die? Is that why you anger Master Ding so much?"
Yu Lun was shocked, and slowly let go of his left hand. His body was already a little unsteady, and he looked to the side with difficulty. He saw Liu Rumeng standing next to a pool of blood at some point, with a pair of eyes that were like flowing water.
Looking at myself.
Suddenly, Ding Ming pulled out his long sword like lightning, tapped several acupoints on Yu Lun, applied medicine to stop the bleeding, and when Yu Lun woke up from the severe pain, he saw that he was already leaning on Liu Rumeng's arms.
In the middle, Liu Rumeng was kneeling on the ground, her dress was soaked with blood, but she was hugging herself so tenderly and firmly, their eyes facing each other, both of them were in a state of infatuation, and they could no longer remember where they were.
I don’t know how long it took, but I heard Ding Ming’s sad voice saying: “Master Song, Miss Liu, what do you two have to say? It’s better to speak quickly. I’m afraid that the chaos here has already alarmed the Yong army outside. If they
When asked, Master Shang would find it difficult to explain."
Only then did Yu Lun wake up. He knew that the fierce battle just now would definitely alarm the Yong army outside. Seeing Shang Chengye's pale face, he knew that he might order to kill him at any time to silence him. His time was running out, so he struggled
He stretched out his hand to hold Liu Rumeng's hand and said, "Meng'er, I'm sorry, I really have no way to save you. Instead of watching you being insulted, I would rather take the first step."
On Liu Rumeng's slightly pale jade face, two lines of clear tears fell down, like pearls broken into pieces. She said softly: "Yu Lang, I have thought about it for a long time. I can't blame you for what happened to the general. I can only blame Ding Xie."
Even though you have made some mistakes, you have regretted it now, haven't you?"
Everyone was surprised, and they didn't understand why this pair of lovers, who were deeply in love at first sight, would say irrelevant things when they said goodbye. However, Yu Lun understood Liu Rumeng's temperament and replied: "Yes.
, I have said many unfavorable things to the general in the past. Although there are some other reasons, in my heart, I always feel that sooner or later he will become
Wang Mang, I don’t believe there are such brave and loyal ministers in the world. But before the general died, I was lucky enough to be by his side, and I realized that his mind was as bright as the wind and the moon. No suspicion or slander could tarnish his character. Meng Mang
Son, if I had a chance to do it again, even if I died, I wouldn't say a word that I shouldn't have said."
Liu Rumeng smiled, but that smile was like the fading sunset. Even though it was beautiful, it was about to disappear in the blink of an eye. She said softly: "That's good. I keep thinking about it. If Yuolang never regrets it, then I will
I have no choice but to kill you with my own hands, and then go on the road with you. If the person I love does not have loyalty, filial piety and justice in his heart, then I am blind and I should naturally die with you."
Hearing Liu Rumeng's categorical words, Lingyu, who was already in tears, screamed: "No, sister, you can't die."
Shang Chengye was shocked and took a few steps forward, but felt that he couldn't think of any words to persuade him. Ding Ming's heart tightened and he took a step forward, deciding that if Liu Rumeng wanted to commit suicide, he would definitely stop him.
Only Yu Lun remained calm, seemingly not thinking about the difference between Liu Rumeng's life and death, just because he understood Liu Rumeng and knew that no matter what decision this woman made, she would never make it without a reason. If she really decided to die,
Then there must be no better choice for her, not to mention that he heard the meaning of Liu Rumeng's words, at least Liu Rumeng no longer had the intention to commit suicide.
Liu Rumeng didn't seem to pay attention to other people's reactions. She just looked deeply at Yu Lun's pale face. Tears rolled down his face and hair. What used to be a wave of eyes was now a fountain of tears. Until the people around him
The Chu army began to make a commotion. It seemed that the Yong army outside noticed something strange inside, so she raised her head and looked at the embarrassed Shang Chengye.
He said calmly: "Master Shang, I know what Yu Lang did, and I must have angered you. He is so seriously injured, and he is under heavy siege. It is only reasonable for you to kill him, but I have something wrong with you."
As a request of love, I hope that you will let Yuolang go and let him go after he recovers from his injuries. If you don't allow it, even though I am humble, I will only die."
Everyone's expressions changed. If Liu Rumeng died, the tribute bill that had been submitted would become irrefutable proof of Nan Chu's disrespect. Then the peace proposal would immediately fall through. Shang Chengye was especially frightened. Although he heard that Song
What he said just now, he has already forgotten the past
He wanted to kill this person immediately, but at this moment, he could only hold back and said: "Miss Liu, don't worry, Song Yu is my old friend, how could I harm him? As long as he no longer hinders the peace talks, I guarantee that he will
You can return to Jiangnan safely."
Liu Rumeng just smiled faintly, but looked at Ding Ming and said: "Daxia Ding is a person, and I have always respected him. Even if it is what happened today, he has no choice but to do it. If Daxia Ding is willing to promise to guarantee Yuolang's safety, I promise that I will never
Seeking short-term consequences."
Hearing this, Ding Ming was deeply impressed and said: "Miss Liu is serious. Brother Song is a man of temperament. I have no choice but to seriously hurt him. I already feel guilty and will never allow others to hurt him."
Only then did Liu Rumeng feel relieved, showing a satisfied smile, her bright eyes glowing with dazzling brilliance. She gently let Yu Lun lie flat on the ground before getting up. Yu Lun's eyes were full of grief and anger, and he struggled to hold her hand.
Without letting go of his hand, not caring about the blood overflowing from the wound again, he said sternly: "Meng'er, why do you need to care about my life and death? You are willing to endure humiliation and survive. Can't I die to repay your affection?"
Liu Rumeng's eyes showed infinite affection. He slowly and firmly pulled out his hand and said softly: "Yu Lang, do you think that death will be enough to reward your close friend? I am just a prostitute, and I am just a road warrior."
Flowers, even if they fall to the end of the world, what does it matter? As long as Yuolang can live a good life
In this world, I will be very happy. What's more, there is no need for you to worry. Although Rumeng is mediocre in appearance, luckily she can sing and dance, so she may not be unable to be favored by nobles. Even if she does not have this blessing, she still has a way to spend the rest of her life peacefully.
, or maybe I will forget Yulang in the future."
After saying that, she stood up and walked towards the original tent step by step. She was unparalleled in elegance, delicate and noble. At this moment, no one remembered that this woman was originally the number one courtesan in Jiangnan, and the beauty of a fairy in the sky was nothing more than this.
Unaware of everything outside her body, Liu Rumeng could only see the familiar tent. It was almost there, almost there, three steps, two steps, one step. When she finally walked into the tent, as the curtains dropped, her legs
She felt weak and could no longer hold on. She staggered and fell, but fell into the arms of Lingyu who was following closely. Lingyu looked at her in horror.
With a face as pale as snow, Liu Rumeng's breath was weak at this moment, and she looked as if she was going to die soon. Lingyu quickly tapped a few of her acupuncture points to stimulate her vitality, and Liu Rumeng woke up slowly.
Lingyu cried: "Sister, why are you like this? Even if you say such hurtful words, will he believe it?"
Liu Rumeng groaned lowly, woke up, with a sad smile on her face, and whispered: "Although Yulang and I were in love, we never shared the same bed in life, and we can't sleep in the same grave in death.
But Rumeng feels that even if we have been together for hundreds of years, it is not as good as knowing each other for this moment. I know he will not believe it, but just
As long as he has the hope that I will live well in his heart, he will not go to death. Sister, Yulang has always ignored life and death. I have long been worried that he will leave me. Now I only hope that he can live well.
It doesn’t matter if I have suffered so much humiliation, maybe, maybe when I grow old, I will still have a chance to see him alive.”
Lingyu hugged Liu Rumeng's delicate and cold body tightly, as if he could feel the passing of her life, and whispered: "Sister, Lingyu was originally very scared. I was afraid that the Yong people would regard me as an accomplice of Master and the others.
, if they kill me, I will be very sorry, because I will never have the chance to practice the unparalleled piano skills.
If they don't let me have another chance to play the piano, I will live a life worse than death. If they really, really bully me, Lingyu is afraid that he will never be able to live again, but now Lingyu swears that I must live, no matter what
No matter what happens, I will protect my sister and I must give her a chance to see him again."
Liu Rumeng, who had already fallen into a coma at this time, could not hear Lingyu's oath, but there was always a smile on her pale face, which made people feel that she had already been heartbroken.
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Note 1: Excerpt from Lu Zhaolin's "The Road Is Difficult"
Note 2: Adapted from Liu Kezhuang's "Congratulations to the Bridegroom: Feelings after Hearing the Song at the Banquet"