Working Emperor of the Northern and Southern Dynasties

Chen Chang didn't know how to explain this ancient concept.

Jiang Yong changed his painting style and said with a smile: "Taking concubines and hiring beauties is an elegant thing. Why are you so shy? As long as you pass the level of being a big woman, the rest will fall into place. As for Miss Lou,

Bian, you still need to say more soft words. Besides, that day when you and Miss Shui entered Jiangling from outside the city, I know that you stayed together all night..."

Chen Chang suddenly understood after hearing this, and couldn't help laughing and said: "Master Jiang misunderstood, Miss Shui and I had no choice but to flee all the way because we encountered bandits, but there was never any..." At this point,

, he remembered that the two had embraced each other by the river, which was ambiguous enough even in modern times, and he couldn't continue talking for a while.

Jiang Yong twirled his beard and said with some displeasure: "It is always true that a man and a woman spend the night together, right? I have also met that water girl. From the look in your eyes and expression, I can tell that I have already had a deep love for you. Woman

Fame and integrity are important, can she still choose a husband and remarry? To be rich, you must be benevolent, to be an official, to be upright, and to be a man, you must be righteous. You are a person who has read the books of sages. Don't you still understand this truth? I treat you as a brother.

It’s so sincere, so don’t make any mistakes!”

Chen Chang was speechless and could not speak anymore...

After the banquet, he did not return to the mansion, but went to the Prince Consort's Mansion.

Walking all the way east on the bluestone path, the servants at the back door of the Prince Consort's Mansion all recognized him, and upon receiving orders from Miss Wang, they just said hello and let him in.

Chen Chang walked to the small courtyard where Shui Ling'er lived alone. He looked up and saw the lanterns in Shui Ling'er's courtyard were on. Chen Chang remembered what Jiang Yong had said at the dinner. He felt moved in his heart and walked slowly over.

The door was not closed, and there was smoke coming out of the lamp under the lamp. Chen Chang walked to the door and saw Shui Ling'er in a plain skirt sitting in front of a burning clay pot, holding a scented cheek in one hand and using a hand with the other.

The branches are playing with the charcoal fire below, their posture is charming and carefree.

The firelight reflected her jade-white face, showing a beautiful blush, and her passionate eyes revealed a hint of sadness.

Since arriving in Jiangling, especially after entering Lou's house, Chen Chang has unconsciously neglected the beauty. Although she has no worries about food and clothing, it is not her own home after all.

Chen Chang gently knocked on the door frame. Shui Ling'er looked up and saw that it was him. A flash of joy and kindness suddenly flashed in her eyes. She wanted to stand up excitedly, but as soon as her buttocks left the cushion, she immediately stopped moving and restrained herself.

He smiled and said, "Mr. Chen, you are here late at night, but you have something important to do?"

Compared with before, this girl from the countryside is a little less fragile and has a somewhat quiet and steady temperament.

Chen Chang was moved in his heart and said: "I was passing by and stopped by to see you!"

Shui Ling'er didn't answer, but looked at him deeply with her speaking eyes. Chen Chang was suffocated. He already knew that such an answer would not satisfy the other party.

"I can tell from the look in your eyes and expression that I have already been deeply in love with you. A woman's reputation is important, can she still choose a husband and remarry?" After savoring what Jiang Yong said, Chen Chang suddenly understood,

Shui Ling'er definitely wanted to be with her in her heart, and this desire was not mixed with any impurities.

Chen Chang couldn't help but smile bitterly and said: "Ling'er, actually I came here to see you. There are some things I want to say to you face to face."

Shui Ling'er stopped handing the firewood and was quiet for a while. Then she suddenly chuckled and said, "If you have anything to say, we can't talk about it tomorrow. It's already so late today, and you smell of alcohol. You obviously came here after drinking."

Her smile was a little sly and a little sad.

Chen sang: "I'm leaving! I'm leaving Jiangling and going to a far away place, so I'm here to follow you..."

Shui Ling'er's hand shook. She didn't raise her head, she just lowered her head stiffly. After a while, she suddenly choked and said, "You're not taking me with you, are you?"

The red fire was spitting out flames. Chen Chang saw a crystal teardrop dripping on the back of her hand. She couldn't help but feel soft in her heart and coaxed her: "I can't take you with me at this time. Wait until I'm here."

After we settle down there, we will find a way to pick you up."

Shui Ling'er burst into tears and smiled: "That's good, I thought... I thought you didn't want me anymore."

Under the glow of the red fire, that bright smile was full of joy and pride.

Chen Chang sighed, this trip to the capital seemed like climbing a big tree, but in fact it was extremely dangerous. He might get caught in political strife and court battles and be shattered to pieces.

Naturally, Shui Ling'er didn't know what Chen Chang was thinking. She couldn't help but feel shy when he stared at her face. She lowered her head shyly and said with a red face: "Mr. Chen, it's all my fault.

I am becoming a burden to you. I know...I know your difficulties. Besides, Miss Lou is so kind to you. I know she has you in her heart and treats you very well. How dare I hope to replace you? I only hope...just...

I hope you can also be kind to me, and I will be satisfied."

She stared at the flickering flames dreamily, her eyes full of longing for happiness, and said in a dreamy voice: "I don't care about good clothes and food. I don't want the title of head wife. I just want to follow you all the time."

You, even if I look at you from a distance, are wonderful."

Perhaps because she knew that Chen Chang would not see her again after parting, she let go of her reserve, talked freely, and confided her heart to Chen Chang: "I am a woman like duckweed. If I hadn't met my husband, I might have to die again."

Suffering in the Liu family, or being kidnapped by bandits, and being humiliated, the time I spent with you was the happiest in my life. Even after that, you... never came back and forgot about me.

, I will still remember you, and I will remember you for the rest of my life."

Seeing tears glistening in her beautiful eyes, Chen Chang smiled bitterly: "I'm just going to the capital, and I won't leave you alone. You are usually so smart, but why can't you understand such simple truths? I came here this time, firstly.

To say goodbye to you, the second thing is to ask you if you are used to the environment and conditions of the capital, and the third thing is to ask you what kind of house you like, otherwise I will be very picky in the big capital city."

"Really?" Shui Ling'er's beautiful eyes sparkled.

"Of course it's true. If you don't believe it, it's fine. I'll leave first. The house I bought in the capital is not suitable. Don't blame me. Let's go!"

Shui Ling'er saw him turning around and left. This time she was panicked. She quickly jumped up to stop him, threw herself into his arms and shouted: "It's been a long time since you saw me, and I won't allow you to leave."

Chen Chang also hugged her, and almost didn't need to use any means to deal with a simple girl like Shui Ling'er.

Shui Ling'er stayed in his arms without letting go, with a flattering smile on her pretty face that had yet to dry her tears: "Actually, I don't have any requirements for the house, as long as I can have a small nest that can protect me from the wind and rain."

Chen Chang was at a loss for words and said in a dignified manner: "This... this is too unfair to you."