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Chapter 60
60. Good words and proverbs advise to be cautious
Pei Nianyu was taken aback when he heard that Concubine Zhuang wanted to see Lou Yefeng.Afterwards, she knew that Concubine Zhuang must have misunderstood who the princess she married was.
It's no wonder Concubine Zhuang misunderstood it, because although the Dajing dynasty was masculine, there were not many sweet and pleasant Mr. Shijun in the mansion.But before the law was broken, a man would not be able to be his wife, and this idea was deeply rooted in the culture of this land.
Pei Nianyu's thoughts turned. First of all, he was sure that it was absolutely impossible for him to introduce Lou Yefeng as a servant.Not to mention that Lou Yefeng is definitely not this kind of identity.In terms of name alone, how can the servant-jun appear in front of Concubine Zhuang because of his low status.
What's more... If Pei Nianyu tried to save trouble and just said that he had found a servant who warmed the bed, wouldn't he be urged to marry the princess in the future?However, in his mind, Lou Yefeng was already the only princess of his King Yu Palace.
You can fool for a while, but you can't fool for a lifetime.
Therefore, in a flash, Pei Nianyu had already made a decision, and said to Concubine Zhuang:
"Your Majesty has a life, so Yu naturally has to obey. But..."
Seeing that there were no other people in the room, only one or two confidantes in the palace, he said bluntly:
"However, Yu's concubine is a man, so please don't be surprised by the concubine."
Concubine Zhuang was stunned for a moment, but she quickly realized that since Pei Nianyu used the title of "Concubine", it was obvious that he was not just a random servant.
Moreover, Pei Nianyu specially reminded her in advance, fearing that she would make a fuss and make that "princess" feel wronged.It can be seen that Pei Nianyu took this male "Princess" seriously.
Concubine Zhuang came here for so many years in the harem, but it was only a word of Pei Nianyu, from which she inferred Pei Nianyu's attitude, and she had a little idea.
"My princess... is the shadow guard who has followed me for ten years and saved my life countless times."
Pei Nianyu added another sentence, and Concubine Zhuang was startled again.
A ten-year shadow guard... Isn't this "Wang Concubine" several years older than Yu'er?Furthermore, the shadow guard is a martial artist, so I am afraid that he has lost half of his appearance.Yu'er would actually like this...
But thinking of his last sentence "Save my life", Concubine Zhuang understood a little bit.I'm afraid that the relationship between the two of them is extremely deep, but they don't know why they formed the current relationship.
It's just... as a shadow guard... maybe there will be some...
Concubine Zhuang leaned on the couch, squinting her eyes, the graceful face hidden behind the screen suddenly became a little unclear.
Pei Nianyu summoned the palace servants and ordered to go to Fangchen Palace to summon Lou Yefeng, but he was unwilling to reveal too much of Lou Yefeng's identity, so he said:
"You only want Princess Yu to come here, there is no need to say anything else. After delivering the message, you can come back on your own, and you don't have to come with him."
"Yes, maidservant understands."
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Here, in Fangchen Hall, Lou Yefeng and He Qi are quietly sharing the meals that Yun Shao secretly cooked.Without the master, they naturally wouldn't play around.
Just finished the meal, but got a letter from Changning Palace saying that Princess Yu was ordered to go to see him, He Qi and the others immediately turned their heads to Lou Yefeng, rather watching the excitement:
"Old building, I'm calling you!"
Lou Yefeng suddenly turned his face down, and said:
"Nonsense! Not to mention why the master ever accepted a concubine, what kind of concubine am I!"
He Qi gave a "tsk", and suddenly said in a sour tone:
"The one who spread the word to this place, who do you think the princess is referring to? Yun Shao, or Xia Yao? And this order is obviously from the master. Don't be awkward when I say old building, I am secretly happyHow about it!"
"me……"
Lou Yefeng's face turned blue and red, it was obvious that He Qi had punctured his mind.In the past, when Pei Nianyu called him wangfei, he was mostly playing around, so Lou Yefeng only regarded it as the master's interest, and every time he thought about it, he warned himself not to think too much.
But now in this deep palace, in front of the concubine, Pei Nianyu still used the identity of princess to refer to him, Lou Yefeng couldn't help but stop thinking about it.
Although Empress Dowager Zhuang is not related by blood to Pei Nianyu's brothers and does not have the name of an elder, of course he knows that Empress Dowager Zhuang can be regarded as Pei Nianyu's only real elder, and she still really cares about him and stands by himelder.
Pei Nianyu called him over at this time, obviously it was a very formal meeting.In this situation, she still used the title of princess... Lou Yefeng immediately felt a little unsteady for breathing.
The palace man left without saying a word, he didn't dare to keep his master waiting, so he moved quickly.At the same time, he was still secretly planning in his heart - if the master called him something other than himself, he would say, say... The master has not returned for a long time, and he was worried about his safety, so he came to have a look.
Well, make it up like this.
He went all the way to Changning Palace with unsmooth lightness kung fu, but he didn't even see a single person when he entered the courtyard, so he half-knelt on the ground on the steps outside the main hall, saying:
"Subordinate Lou Yefeng, please see His Royal Highness King Yu."
"Ye Feng! Just come in."
Hearing the master's voice, Lou Yefeng's nervous heart beat slightly calmed down.
Pushing the door open, Pei Nianyu knew he was nervous, so he explained first:
"The concubine heard that I have accepted the concubine, so she wanted to meet her. Ye Feng, you don't have to be nervous."
"……yes."
Then Lou Yefeng looked at the thick gauze screen in the room, and bowed respectfully to the screen:
"Lou Yefeng, the shadow guard deacon of Prince Chenyu's residence, joined the concubine empress, and the empress is blessed and safe."
In fact, he didn't have to perform this grand ceremony originally, he was a shadow guard deacon from the third rank of martial arts, and the concubine was only from the second rank.It's just that Lou Yefeng recognized her as Pei Nianyu's elder, so the more he respected her, the better.
And Concubine Zhuang saw that he claimed to be an official shadow guard, she knew that he would not answer what the concubine said directly, she seemed to be a very well-behaved man.So she was also very interesting and didn't put on any airs:
"Get up quickly. Since Deacon Lou has obtained Yu'er's approval, he is a family, so why be so polite."
"Your Majesty, thank you, Empress Dowager."
This time when the two met, Pei Nianyu and Pei Niancheng naturally couldn't interrupt, so they remained silent.Pei Nianyu looked at Lou Yefeng with peaceful eyes, without putting any pressure on him.Because he knows that this level can only be passed by himself.
"I heard that Deacon Lou worked hard when he was the commander of the shadow guards, and he saved Yu'er many times. I will thank Deacon Lou for his protection here first."
"I dare not take the credit. It is my job to protect the master, so what is the credit for it? And if there is no master in the past, I don't think that the subordinate's temperament is rough, and if I take it under my command, I am afraid that the minister will not be able to use it. What the minister has done is nothing but againstThe master's kindness of knowledge and experience will be repaid one or two."
Bad temper?What is this evaluation?
Concubine Zhuang couldn't help being taken aback.Judging from Lou Yefeng's demeanor, he is clearly a very law-abiding person, how bad is it, how bad is it... No one would want such a shadow guard?
——How did she know about Lou Yefeng's "great achievements", such as drugging his master so that he raped him... Such deeds are not done by ordinary shadow guards.
Concubine Zhuang suppressed the doubts in her heart, and only secretly guessed a little, maybe the deacon in this building was referring to her stubborn temper, not as understanding as the other servants?
The two talked for a while, Concubine Zhuang encouraged him with a few words of loyalty.Then he said to Pei Nianyu:
"Yu'er, you have always been a person who likes to be quiet, and you have never let anyone around you. Now that Deacon Lou is your sidekick, and he used to be a shadow guard, you are more thoughtful and meticulous. Now that you haveI feel relieved, I didn’t have any bed partners for so many years, and I was secretly anxious.”
This was for Lou Yefeng, telling him not to ignore how to take care of his master's life just because he is a warrior - after all, Pei Nianyu only has one person by his side now.
As for the second half, it is obviously to ask Lou Yefeng to pay attention to satisfying some of the prince's physical needs...
Lou Yefeng looked a little helpless, of course he wanted to solve some problems for his master, the problem was that Pei Nianyu's concentration was really great, don't know what he was insisting on, he refused to use him for so long.What can he do, is it possible to let him take the initiative to seduce her with sex?Where is his beauty?
Just as Pei Nianyu was about to reply, Concubine Zhuang turned her gun around and urged Pei Niancheng several times.
Several people chatted for a while, Pei Niancheng saw that it was late, so Concubine Zhuang tactfully saw off the guests.
Before going out, Lou Yefeng was stopped again:
"Deacon Lou, wait a minute. I still have a few words to say. I wonder if Deacon Lou can show your favor and stay a little longer?"
Lou Yefeng turned to look at his master, and Pei Nianyu nodded lightly, signaling him not to think too much, and then went out with Pei Niancheng.
"Your subjects should listen to your mother's instruction."
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The two faced each other alone, Concubine Zhuang didn't know Lou Yefeng well at all, so naturally she couldn't keep him for too long, so she asked straightforwardly:
"Deacon Lou, do you know what His Royal Highness King Yu likes about you?"
"...I really don't know this subject. This subject is extremely dull, has a bad temper, and is only somewhat brave. I really don't know why the master favors me."
Concubine Zhuang sat behind the curtain and sighed softly.
I'm afraid of this.
In all these years in the palace, she has never seen any kind of love.The curtain she could see outside was slightly clearer than looking inside.
Just now she saw all the details of the relationship between the two of them, it was clear that they cared about each other, and their affection was deep.
Pei Nianyu was concerned and worried, fearing that he would be wronged because he was not used to seeing his elders, while Lou Yefeng was extremely respectful, for fear of losing face to Pei Nianyu.
And although the two of them didn't communicate much, she could feel a very tacit understanding.But the problem is-
The two of them are acting too raw in front of her, right?Where is the slightest sympathy between the two, and the appearance of blending oil in honey?
On the contrary, Lou Yefeng's attitude of a monarch, a minister and a minister is extremely well done.
Then she remembered that Lou Yefeng insisted on refusing to call herself a princess—although she understood that the current subordinates were a bit obsessed with status rules, but if she wanted to be the person around her who would support her life, Lou Yefeng's feelings would be so twisted, I'm afraid...they still have some grinding.
Concubine Zhuang sighed. After all, she is not their concubine mother, so it is not easy to care too much.So he said:
"It's not easy for Yu'er to have a confidant. Naturally, I want to make Yu'er feel more at ease, so I would like to remind you a few words. I wonder if Deacon Lou is willing to listen?"
At that moment, Lou Yefeng suddenly felt a gaze looking back and forth at him.Although it is not sharp, it goes straight to the bottom of his heart, as if all his love for his master has been clearly seen, he couldn't help feeling chills in his heart, and respectfully said:
"Your Majesty's instruction, you should listen attentively."
This Concubine Zhuang was able to have the last laugh in the harem of the first emperor's dynasty, she really should not be underestimated.
"One of these is four words, dedicated to your duty. Since you are still the prince's shadow guard, then remember your duty. Yu'er is a person who values affection. If you do what you should do, he will notI will treat you badly. You are always by your side, and you must always pay attention to the safety of the prince."
Lou Yefeng's heart trembled:
"Yes, I have remembered."
"The second thing, that is... the word flattery or humiliation. No matter how Yu'er treats you in the future, he will have his own reasons. Thunder, rain and dew are all the favor of the king, I believe you know how to do it."
Lou Yefeng's heart trembled again, he hurriedly lowered his head and said:
"……yes."
He only thought that Concubine Zhuang was telling him that if Pei Nianyu hated or even disliked him in the future, he must remember his identity, have self-knowledge, and not rely on merit to force his favor.
However, what Concubine Zhuang wants to talk about is the part about the rain in "Thunder and Rain"... To be more precise, she wants to remind Lou Yefeng that if Pei Nianyu treats him well, then he will follow suit generously, otherwiseIsn't Pei Nianyu too tired?
"Think about it carefully."
Dedicated to one's duty, not to be surprised by favor or disgrace.Lou Yefeng didn't understand the purpose of Concubine Zhuang's point of mentioning him until he left Changning Palace.
If it is said that he is loyal to his duty, how can he not be loyal.If it is said that favors and humiliations are not shocking...he had even made psychological preparations for his master to execute him in a fit of anger, so how could he have any objection to his master's other attitudes.
After thinking about it for a while, still couldn't figure it out.However, Concubine Zhuang's advice was good intentions, he always knew this.Therefore, Lou Yefeng had no choice but to keep these eight words firmly in his heart, and only waited to understand them slowly when he went back.
As for Concubine Zhuang, in fact, she wanted to add that if Yu'er accepts a side concubine or concubine in the future, she must not compete for favor.But after thinking about it, didn't say it after all.
Not to mention that she saw the deep feelings between the two, Pei Nianyu probably wouldn't act like a small girl.She is a concubine who has no blood relationship, so why should she be a villain in vain?
She watched the two brothers grow up, so she naturally knew how many difficulties and dangers she had experienced from the situation in the palace to the end.
Concubine Zhuang has an open-minded and calm temperament, but now that the weather is calm, she only hopes that the two of them will be safe and sound, and that she will be satisfied if there is someone who is sincere in their company.
As for whether the companion is a man or a woman, or whether the noble prince in the world wants to be a couple for a lifetime, she doesn't care much.
As far as Lou Yefeng was concerned, if Pei Nianyu really wanted to accept his side concubine, the four words of dedication and duty she just sent were enough for him - even if the affection was no longer there, the relationship between the monarch and his ministers would still be there.Concubine Zhuang knew how nostalgic Pei Nianyu was, as long as Lou Yefeng did these four words well, he would be guaranteed a life without worries.
Concubine Zhuang watched the black figure go away outside the window, and couldn't help but sighed leisurely again.
It is a good thing that Yu'er is willing to be with someone who is deeply affectionate and righteous.But if both of them are too serious in their love, it is difficult to know whether it is a blessing or a curse.She only hoped that Yu'er and Xiaosheng would be able to go smoothly in the future.
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After going out, Pei Nianyu asked Lou Yefeng eagerly what Concubine Zhuang said to him. Lou thought for a while, but still couldn't figure out the meaning of those eight words, so he said according to his own understanding:
"The concubine only told her subordinates to serve the master well."
"..."
Pei Nianyu was rather boring:
"I knew it. Sure enough, the elders are all old feudalists."
But then Pei Nianyu started holding chicken feathers as arrows, and suddenly put an arm on Lou Yefeng's shoulder, pretending:
"Oh, I've been tired all day, and my waist is sore. Ye Feng is here to serve me. I need Ye Feng to squeeze me."
Lou Yefeng: "..."
Pei Niancheng was furious:
"Damn it, you can't see anyone next to you!!"
Pei Niancheng was speechless, he couldn't spend even a second with these two people at the same time!
Quickly turning around the palace wall, Pei Niancheng got into the imperial chariot with a dark face, without looking back, leaving only one sentence floating in the wind:
"The banquet will start in half an hour, brother, you haven't changed your clothes yet!"
With an expression of "I just remembered", Pei Nianyu dragged Lou Yefeng back to Fangchen Hall with his Qinggong.
After entering the courtyard, Pei Nianyu took out the court clothes and all the messy accessories from Xia Yao's package without saying a word, and then went straight into the bedroom.
"Ye Feng, come, go into the room and help me change into the court clothes."
"yes."
Lou Yefeng was kind, the two entered the room and closed the door with a "slap".
Xia Yao was standing at the door with an empty package at a loss: So... why is my aunt here today? Didn't she say before leaving that I would help the prince change his clothes?
If had known that if Yun Shao or the shadow guards were to hold the prince's court clothes like this, it would be over!
What a waste of time.
Facing the closed door of the bedroom, Xia Yao really couldn't hold back, and turned over the Byakugan heavily.
The author has something to say:
Lou Yefeng: The concubine has ordered me to serve the prince well...
Xia Yao: ...
He Qi: ...
Jiang Xue: ………
Yun Shao: ...
Pei Nianyu: Ye Feng, come quickly, the others retreat~