Yan Cigui

 In the imperial study room, the atmosphere was a bit dull.

"I heard Yu Qinggong say that 'bullshit makes no sense'," the Holy Master said after a while, "but this is the first time I heard about this monster. Alas, Shao'er is like this now, so you should be more patient."

Xu Jian said: "Your Highness is talking nonsense because of his illness. There is no right or wrong between good and evil. No one will hold on to the patient's few words to hold a grudge."

 His Majesty nodded.

He knew that Xu Jian must have this kind of heart and mind.

 The things Shao'er did to Xu Jian in the past were much more serious than today's vague "monster".

"Since he said some new words, there may be new ones after that," the Holy Sage smiled bitterly, "The imperial doctor did not dare to express his words in front of me. All he talked about were 'I'm afraid' and 'Maybe' , but I know in my heart that what they mean is that Shao'er will not get better, and it will get worse. If the Yuqing Palace is not sealed, I will not be able to stop Shao'er from being the crown prince and go directly to the Jinluan Palace to sit on the dragon throne. It will be surprising.”

 Because he was sick, very sick.

 Very crazy.

Of course the Holy Emperor will not argue with the crazy Li Shao about his transgressions in words and actions, but he has to lock him up in Yuqing Palace.

 There is no need to make the court more messy.

The Holy Spirit sighed again: "Principles are principles and emotions are emotions. This is not wrong at all."

 In theory, he accepted everything and knew that he should look at his feet and work diligently every day; he should look at the future and choose a suitable successor.

 But emotionally, how can we just let go of pain, sadness, guilt, etc.?

Xu Jian looked at His Majesty's expression, tried to figure out his thoughts, and said, "I have something I shouldn't say..."

"It doesn't matter," the Holy Master took a sip of tea, "just say it."

Xu Jian sat upright and said seriously: "Since you have decided not to let His Highness inherit the throne, it may not be a good thing for him to go crazy."

The Holy Master’s hand holding the tea cup shook.

 Xu Jian’s meaning was very clear, and he naturally understood the truth: Shaoer must be crazy if he wants to survive.

The Holy Spirit couldn't help but feel sad.

 He will grow old, and one day, he will die.

 If nothing unexpected happens, he is destined to go ahead of his sons, hand over the country to the next generation, and close his eyes.

 Same as the emperors of the past dynasties, and the same as his father.

At that time, without his protection, what would be the outcome of a healthy Shaoer?

Li Jun was able to live well in Yongji Palace for so many years. Firstly, it was due to his father's instructions before his death. Secondly, Li Jun was just a prince, and his mother's family was not strong.

Shaoer is completely different.

 He ​​was once the crown prince and the eldest son. Even if the Enrong Palace did not fight for it and acted in a low-key manner, it could not change Shao'er's background.

 No concubine brother could really tolerate this.

 At that time, not only Shao'er but also the Enrong family could not end well.

Only the non-threatening and crazy Shaoer can have enough food and clothing to show the new emperor's mind.

 What emperor doesn’t want a good reputation?

It's just a few mouthfuls of food and a few palace servants to serve. Where can I find such a painless and easy good reputation?

Xu Jian said again: "Your Majesty couldn't accept the idea of ​​deposing the crown prince, so he moved his sword in the East Palace.

 In this situation, he is at peace because he is ill.

If he wakes up, I think, he will not be able to face the current situation.

And the courtiers, regardless of whether they have other interests, will not accept the comeback of His Highness, who was once so seriously ill.

 At that time, overt and covert fighting broke out, causing serious damage to His Highness and the stability of the court. "

The Holy Father leaned back on his chair, folded his hands on his knees, closed his eyes and remained silent for a long time.

After Xu Jian finished saying what he wanted to say, he stopped and just ate tea by himself.

 He has to let the Holy Spirit think for himself.

 The reason behind it was not so confusing to the authorities. Xu Jian knew that the Holy Emperor knew it clearly, but he had subconsciously avoided it before.

Xu Jian pierced the window paper.

After a long time, the Holy One spoke in a harsh voice: "They either dare not mention Shao'er in front of me, or they are using Shao'er's excuse to see which son I am still interested in. Xu Jian, only you can put yourself in my shoes." Consider, consider for Shaoer.”

Xu Jian raised his eyebrows and said, "I am familiar with Your Highness."

"That's right," the Holy Master let out a long breath, letting himself relax, "Let's not mention Shao'er for now, let's talk about you. Before, you asked Ying to go to Yumen and said you wanted to untie the knot in your heart. Is it over now?"

 Xu Jian nodded: "It's solved.

Standing on the wall of Yumen City, looking at the scenery inside and outside the pass, I could only think of how I looked when I was thirteen or fourteen years old and followed my grandfather into battle for the first time.

Back then, I recaptured Yumen, eliminated the threat from Xiliang, and returned to the dynasty victoriously. However, my grandfather's wish has always been to take back the lost land. This time, I can also sacrifice his spirit in heaven. "

"That's all." The Holy Sage smiled and said, "I asked you to accompany Shao'er to watch the government before, but now it's no longer needed. What do you think? I'm not asking you to make up your mind right away. It's the end of the year. Come on, think about it during the New Year, and tell me everything else after you decide. Don’t talk about taking a break.”

"About this matter..." Xu Jian cleared his throat and said, "I do have an idea."

The Holy Father raised his eyebrows: "Oh?"

 “I would like to take two years off.”

As soon as he spoke, Xu Jian saw that His Majesty's brows suddenly wrinkled.

He just pretended not to see it and continued: "I want to go to various places with the princess.

　　Previously, the princess heard some interesting stories from Princess Derong about traveling with her consort, and she was very yearning for her.

 After getting married, I was either treating injuries or going out with the army, which made the princess uncomfortable and worried.

The princess is sensible and can understand and support the minister, but this does not mean that the minister owes nothing to the princess.

I want to compensate her and make the princess happy. "

Your Majesty’s brows gradually relaxed.

　　The love between children is a little longer, but it is sincere and real, and is better than a bunch of high-sounding excuses.

 Furthermore, harmony between husband and wife is a good thing.

"This is a private discussion," Xu Jian paused, then continued, "When it comes to public affairs, I also want to avoid the limelight."

　　　point to the end.

How can the Holy Spirit fail to understand?

 Before getting close to Shao'er, that was his preference as a king.

Now "starting all over again", Xu Jian and Ning An's status is like two golden pastries. If they don't handle it properly, they will be used as swords and arrows, and they will not be able to tell the pain.

 Avoiding it for a while is the best option.

 At the same time, it is also the loyalty of the two governments to him.

“Everything goes well with both public and private matters, of course I won’t stop you,” the Holy Master said, “make good arrangements and spend the New Year with the Empress Dowager before leaving.”

“That’s the idea.” Xu Jian responded.

As the Holy One said, he had another thought: "You have all gone outside. Why don't you get the patrol censor and take a look at the state capital for me?"

The emperor sits in the capital, and there are countless officials in the capital and local officials.

 The Holy Spirit can see a lot, but cannot see much more.

Every year, the Metropolitan Procuratorate has many censors who go to various places to patrol. Some do well and some do poorly, each with their own reasons.

“You asked me to patrol because you trust me,” Xu Jian said bluntly, “I and the princess left the capital, and the state capital below was already eager to come. Once they heard the news, they would come immediately.

If the minister is a censor, he cannot avoid the officialdom. When he gets there, it is all about socializing.

The minister doesn’t like those things, and neither does the princess.

It is better to travel more quietly, walk in the cities and counties, and observe the lives of the people, so that you can see more clearly, instead of being fooled by people's whitewashing.

If you see something wrong, I will send you the information and go to Beijing quickly. You can click on the censor and go down to investigate in detail. ” ˆ ˜ This is very reasonable.

The Holy Spirit did not insist and only asked for some ideas on the journey.

"I want to visit Princess Changle in Shu. The eldest princess proposed it earlier. The princess was very moved after hearing it. Princess Changle married away not long after she remembered. She is not very familiar with them, but they are both empress dowagers. She has been pampered and protected since she was brought up, and the princess wants to go and see her on behalf of the Queen Mother. "

"Speaking of Yumen, now that the pass is settled, I thought about Chengyuan and then see if we can continue westward. The station is naturally inconvenient. It should be feasible to take a look at the Yumen city wall from a distance."

“I still have to go to Dingguo Temple. The princess wants to pay her respects.”

The Holy Spirit listened to Xu Jian talk a lot, and his previous ups and downs of emotions completely calmed down.

"The country of Dashun is very big," the Holy Master sighed, with a hint of yearning in his tone, "I have only traveled a very small part of it. My queen mother is about the same as me and has not traveled much. You and Ning'an have a good time, come back Tell me and your mother more."

 After getting the nod from the Holy Emperor, Lin Yunyan also discussed it carefully with the Empress Dowager.

Of course the Empress Dowager was reluctant to part with her. Originally, she would send people to ask for a few words even if she couldn't see anyone every now and then. Once she traveled far away from Beijing, she wouldn't be able to see her for several months.

No matter how reluctant she was, the Queen Mother did not say anything to stop her.

 She has a clear mind about what is good for Yun Yan and what is not good for Yun Yan.

"You are thinking about me, and I am also thinking about you," Lin Yunyan whispered to the Empress Dowager, "I will write to you often, every few days. Don't mind my long words."

“Okay, okay,” the Empress Dowager laughed, “I’ll count them for you to see how many you can send back.”

 On the twenty-fifth day of the twelfth lunar month, as in previous years, the government office sealed it.

 Unless there is something important, officials do not go to court or work, and there are more and more invitations to social events.

Since he was going to travel far after the New Year, the Duke of Fu declined most of the invitations, and only those he was particularly familiar with would say New Year's greetings.

Mrs. Xu and Liu Ping went to Guangde Temple to pay homage.

 He did not stay in the temple for a short while, but returned after having a fast meal.

Even so, I also met many ladies who went to offer incense.

The pure land of Buddhism pays attention to propriety. Mrs. Xu is not good at all kinds of temptations, so she simply does what Lin Yunyan said, "The princess in the house makes the decision, outside Ajian makes the decision, and I? The aunt and uncle who have returned home are dictating household affairs." , are you annoyed too? I won’t bother you anymore.” He pushed them all away.

 Only Mrs. Baoan Hou had a few words with Mrs. Xu in private.

“In the past, when I mentioned Cheng’an, no one would answer me, but now it’s the other way around. They all talk about getting married.”

“I don’t blame others. Cheng’an was so messed up before that even my own grandmother would pinch her nose.”

“We in the Yu family are by no means the kind of people with high eyes and dark hearts. I know why Chengan is motivated, and I am very grateful and like that girl.”

"If that girl likes Cheng'an, I'll take care of it in the spring. If she doesn't like it, it's because Cheng'an doesn't have that blessing. We elders don't want to buy and sell by force."

“In the past, our family could raise a girl who fought with crickets all day long, so she wouldn’t care what other people outside said, so she shouldn’t be burdened.”

“Please Madam, please tell the princess these few words for me, and then the princess will tell the girl.”

 “Let her have her own way.”

 Mrs. Xu is naturally happy.

The more things that bring joy, the better.

Lin Yunyan also laughed for a while after hearing what Mrs. Xu said.

There have been a lot of things going on in the house recently, and there are a lot of people looking at them, so I haven't had time to lend a place to Zhu Xiang and Yu Cheng'an.

Unexpectedly, the two of them were not anxious yet, but the Yu family elders were anxious first.

 Having said that, Lin Yunyan was very reassured by the Yu family's attitude.

 Marrying is to marry someone from the same family. It only means peace and joy, but that is far from enough.

 A good marriage is a marriage that the elders all look forward to.

Lunar New Year's eve.

 Firecrackers shook the sky.

The Fu Guo Gongfu also bought a lot of them. After ordering them, Liu Ping covered his ears repeatedly.

When they returned to Uncle Chengyi's house to pay New Year's greetings, Mr. Duan asked about their preparations for the trip, and couldn't help but get red-eyed.

“Be careful and safe on the road,” she said. “When you go out, discuss things more often and don’t argue.”

Lin Yunyan responded one by one.

Lin Yunfang was peeling peanuts for Mrs. Chen on the side and joked: "Second sister, please don't just play and forget to come back. Can I see you during the Chinese New Year next year?"

"It's hard to say," Lin Yunyan blinked, "Maybe you're not in Beijing?"

"Where can I go if I'm not in Beijing?" Lin Yunfang blurted out. When she came to her senses, her face turned red, "You, you, you..."

 Made the elders laugh.

Chen laughed and shook his head: "It is said that a person is better than a person who is good at it. You have learned a lot from Yun Yan and have written several books on his experience. Why did you get defeated in just one sentence?"

Lin Yunyan said again: "I haven't been to Jiangnan yet, so I just want to take this opportunity to stay for a while. Third sister, can I take you there then?"

Lin Yunfang couldn't speak anymore, so she picked up her bowl of peanuts and ran away.

This year was lively, and it lasted until the Yuan Dynasty.

 Yamen opens the seal.

Lin Yunyan and Xu Jian entered the palace to say goodbye.

The Empress Dowager and Princess Wen gave many advice and were reluctant to leave.

 The Holy Father gave Xu Jian a badge.

"Given your and Ning'an's identities, no one should be able to take advantage of them, but just in case, you should carry your badge with you so that it will be convenient for you when needed."

 Xu Jian thanked En for accepting it.

 On the day of departure, the sky was filled with morning glow.

Relatives and friends saw him off, and Lin Yue was sent to Shiliting.

“When you get to Dingguo Temple, talk to your mother for me,” he said.

Lin Yunyan responded with a smile.

 Farewell, the carriage moves forward.

Lin Yunyan opened the side curtain and looked outside.

Shen Chen and Xuan Su followed on horseback. Wan Yue couldn't sit still in the carriage, so she moved out and sat on the carriage, chattering non-stop with Uncle Niu, her voice full of expectation and excitement.

 In the past, these few people left the capital.

Escaped overnight, and Wan Yue huddled in the carriage, close to her. They were shaking so much that they wanted to vomit but couldn't.

They walked through many places, but they were all scared and ran away. There were fewer and fewer people, and in the end there were only her and Xu Jian.

 This time, it’s completely different.

They can stop and go, look at mountains, rivers, cities, and people. They can follow a plan, and they can also change direction on a whim.

 It is still winter in the north, but the further south you go, the closer spring is.

Lin Yunyan knew all the reasons Xu Jian used to convince the emperor, but in fact, Xu Jian had another consideration.

They had escaped and suffered together, so let's go again, and walk happily. From now on, she thought that the long journey with Xu Jian would not be all struggle and darkness, but would have more joy and splendor.

Lin Yunyan held Xu Jian's hand and said, "I'm looking forward to it."

 Looking forward to the places we will go together, and looking forward to life in the next few decades. (End of chapter)