Chapter 28

When eating, the two of them still took their old seats. Pei You'an didn't say a word and looked serious.

At first, Jiafu thought he was still angry with the farce just now, because she was still a little embarrassed, and didn't dare to be flattering like usual. The atmosphere was a bit weird as the servants who were waiting to be served had big eyes and small eyes.

But soon, Jiafu realized that Pei You'an obviously had other thoughts of his own. He quickly put down the bowls and chopsticks, said nothing, turned around and went to the study.

Jiafu finished her meal listlessly, went back to the house, took a shower, and went to bed, her mind was full of what happened today, a moment was Zhang Fengtong's smile, a moment was Xiao Yintang staring at her, a moment was Pei You'an was so angry that he couldn't sleep at all.

Pei You'an's study is diagonally opposite the round building where Jiafu lives, and you can see it from the window of her house.

Jaffe peeked down from the window. The lights in the study stayed on until late at night.

This night, she didn't know how many times she got up and hid behind the window to peek at it. She was finally sleepy. After reading the last time, she fell down and closed her eyes and fell asleep. She slept until she woke up the next morning. Pei You'an was gone, Yin Huan Said that the adults left a message before leaving, so that she would not have to wait for him to come back for dinner at night.

That night, he really came back very late, and he was like this for several days in a row, looking like he was busy.

What happened that night seemed to be over. Finally this day, he came back earlier and told Jiafu that he would go to Mengmu Mansion in two days, and for about half a month, he would keep someone to protect her, let her stay at home, and let her stay at home when he came back. Don't go anywhere before.

Chieftain Mengmu and Chieftain Mengding are the two most powerful chieftains in the southwest. In the early years, due to the division of territory, the two sides clashed constantly. In a conflict two years ago, Chieftain Mengmu's only son was injured. Next, the chieftain was very grateful to him, accepted Pei Youan's advice, and was willing to negotiate with Mengding chieftain. With Pei Youan's turnaround, the two sides finally ended their years of conflict and shook hands to make peace. Unexpectedly, when the consolation envoy Ma came last time, by the emperor's order, he deliberately favored one over the other and sow discord. As soon as Mr. Ma left, the two houses clashed again. The two sides gathered together, and the war was about to break out.

If the two chief chieftains Meng Mu and Meng Ding once again had disputes, the rest of the prefectures in the southwest would surely be affected. At this time, if Yunnan was in chaos, it would be extremely unfavorable to Xiao Lie. Naturally, Pei Youan would come forward to mediate again. He sent a letter a few days ago. In the past, both sides sold his face and were willing to temporarily suspend the troops. In the past two days, he would have to go again in person.

When Jiafu heard that he was going somewhere else, she panicked. Her first thought was to follow him, but when she heard that he had arranged her own affairs after he left, she knew that he would not take her with him easily. past.

If she hadn't committed suicide last time, she could still find an opportunity to play coquettish in front of him, or cry and cry, which made him soft-hearted, and maybe she would nod her head. But now, he didn't dare to make trouble, and lowered his head listlessly, without saying a word.

Pei You'an glanced at her and turned away.

Pei Youan went out the next day, and Yinhuan packed his luggage for him. Jiafu felt empty in her heart. When she was in a daze, the servants brought in a well-dressed woman, saying that Princess Yunzhong was invited, and the carriage had stopped at the door. .

Jiafu recognized the woman, surnamed Lin, who was a close friend of Princess Yunzhong, and was startled, her first reaction was not to go.

First Zhang Fengtong, and now Princess Yunzhong, Jiafu knows that it must be related to Xiao Yintang.

If she was in the house and was not seen by this mama Lin, she could still pretend to be sick and shirk it, and wait for Pei Youan to come back. , asked Yinhuan to ask someone to tell Pei Youan, and then he came out. He followed the woman out, got on the carriage, and went to the Yunzhong Palace.

Princess Yunzhong's surname is Zhou, and she is in her late forties, but she is well-maintained and dressed extremely delicately. She looks like she is in her early thirties.

Xiao Yintang's appearance is actually more from his father Xiao Lie.

With Xiao Lie's status, for many years, there has only been Zhou's wife in the palace, no concubine, and no concubines. When they were there, everyone said that the three princes were single-minded, and the Zhou family was quite honorable among the royal ladies.

Jiafu naturally recognized Zhou, and knew a little about Zhou's temperament.

It stands to reason that Xiao Lie is not lewd. She has been alone for decades. The relationship between the husband and wife should be very deep, but in Jiafu's impression, Yun Zhongwang and his wife do not seem to be as close as outsiders say. Zhou's more , is to focus on his son Xiao Yintang. She is extremely fond of Xiao Yintang and can do almost anything. A few years ago, Xiao Yintang kidnapped her to Yunnan, and the one who took care of her on the way was the one in front of her. It can be seen that she should know what her son has done. From her point of view, the daughter of a merchant in Quanzhou, the son took a fancy to it and got it, it's not a big deal.

What makes Jiafu uneasy is that she is calling herself over now. What is she trying to do?

Could it be that, like Zhang Fengtong, he let himself follow her son?

With an uneasy mood, Jiafu was brought in front of Princess Yunzhong. After kowtowing and saluting, the princess smiled and beckoned Jiafu to come to her, first complimenting her, and then saying, "What my son did to you. I know everything, and I was very angry. Not only did I punish the old woman, but I also reprimanded him severely, and he didn't regret it. And from your cousin, I also said hello and called He can rest assured that nothing like this will ever happen again."

As soon as the princess opened her mouth, she was blaming her son. Jiafu was a little puzzled, but it was better than forcing herself to submit, so she bowed her head and said nothing.

The princess was kind, and she had a few words with Jiafu, such as what books to read on weekdays, how about female workers, how many people in the family, the relationship with the government, and so on, Jiafu answered carefully, the person was standing at the foot of this mirror On the ground, the whole person was like a thorn on the back, and just wanted to leave quickly. Finally, when the end came, the princess called out, and that Lin Momo came out with a gold painted tray in her hand, and lifted the red velvet covering her head, revealing A Ruyi, a pair of jade bracelets, a box of palace flowers, all of which are inlaid with jewels and jewels, shining brightly.

The princess said with a smile: "I asked you to come, there is nothing else to do, just because I am afraid that you will be frightened, I will be relieved to see you. You are cousin You'an, my son offended you first, and you come back to me again. , how can I ask you to worship me in vain? You have rewarded you with these things, and you can take them back and play."

When she finally heard the resignation, Jiafu breathed a sigh of relief. Where did she want this, she politely declined, but the princess would not take it back. No matter how much Jiafu thanked her, she had to take it over and kowtow again.

With a smile on her face, the princess asked Mammy Lin to take Jiafu out again. Just as she stepped over the threshold, Jiafu's footsteps were slightly firm.

The person she didn't want to see the most, she still couldn't escape.

Xiao Yintang was standing there by the other road in the distance. Although the distance was not too close, Jiafu could still feel that his two eyes were cast on him gloomily, and he squinted and didn't leave. Come.

The sun shines on the golden crown of hair on his head, and the golden crown emits a dazzling light.

Jia Fu's hair stood on end, but she tried her best to stabilize her mind. She stared straight ahead with her eyes, and continued to move forward with no expression, and walked over.

After walking far away, she seemed to still clearly feel Xiao Yintang's two eyes, always falling on her back.

After leaving the palace, boarding the carriage again, and after sitting down, Jiafu already had a cold sweat on her palm.

The more frustrated, Xiao Yintang will not let her go. She knows that he is holding back now, just waiting for a suitable time.

...

Xiao Yintang stared at the figure in front and turned around the corner, completely covered by flowers and trees, twisted the corner of his lips slightly, turned his head, entered the princess' house, and said, "What is the status of the concubine, why bother? Afraid of Pei You'an? The Pei family just abandoned their son. No matter how capable he is, he is driven by his father and king."

The princess said: "Do you think I'm afraid of Pei You'an? I'm afraid your father will know about you doing such a thing! I always feel that your father is very special to him, more important than your own son, don't you think? Didn't you see it? If he wants to get along with you one day, he will say something bad about you in front of your father and king, and you will have your good fruit to eat! I am here to help you!"

Xiao Yintang smiled: "Mother, I really miscalculated this time, but you know, why did I do such a thing for a woman before? This woman helped me out of the city, and I fell in love with her at first sight. I couldn't help it for a while, so I brought her over. If it wasn't for Pei You'an's nosy, it would have already happened, how could there be so many things? What cousin is like a sister, but a relative of the second room of Pei's family, and what kind of cousin is he? ? It's clearly against me!"

The princess sighed: "I know, you are interested in this girl from the Zhen family, but now the timing is not right, no matter how much you care, you have to hold back. Pei Youan can't offend him yet, your father trusts him, and There are many places to use him. He is driving for your father and king, and is driving for you, even if you look at this point, you have to hold back now."

Xiao Yintang smiled but didn't smile: "I still use the mother concubine to remind me? If it wasn't for putting up with him, how would I allow him to get involved in my affairs?"

The princess said: "It's good that you know. Anyway, now you can't touch that woman anymore. If you really like it, when there is a chance, the mother-in-law will think of a way for you."

Xiao Yintang smiled and leaned over to squeeze his mother's shoulders: "It's still the concubine who loves her son the most."

The princess smiled and said, "I'm just your son. I'm not good to you, but to whom?"

...

Jiafu came back, and Pei Youan returned in a hurry not long after. Jiafu was in his room, he called her out and asked about Caicai.

Jiafu briefly explained what happened, and Pei Youan nodded: "It's almost the same as what I expected. Yesterday, the princess looked for me and told me about it. Don't worry, if you have any scruples, the prince will definitely restrain."

Gave was speechless. Pei You'an glanced at her and saw that her little face was pale, her eyes were lightly blue, and her expression was a little haggard. She paused and asked, "What's wrong with you? Are you uncomfortable?"

Jiafu whispered: "Cousin, I have nightmares every night recently, always dreaming that there are evil tigers chasing me, trying to eat me, I can't sleep... You have to leave again, I am very scared, you Take me with you, okay? I'll dress up as your little servant, so no one can see it."

Pei You'an immediately refused: "I have business affairs, so it's not appropriate to take you. Go back to your room, I'll check your pulse later, and prescribe a medicine to calm your mind, you will get better if you follow it. ."

Jiafu's head shook like a rattle: "Your medicine is too bitter, I will vomit after taking it. Cousin, please, take me with you, I promise not to cause trouble for you."

Pei You'an hesitated and said softly, "Listen to me, wait for me to come back at home, at most half a month..."

Jiafu bit her lip and stared at him sadly. Before he could finish speaking, she left him and turned away.