The Imperial Palace of Japan.

study.

The little princess Mei is practicing calligraphy. Although she is young, she is upright and serious, holding a brush and being meticulous.

Perhaps it was because his brother, Prince Watari Tetsuya, was watching?

The study is very quiet, only the brushstrokes wander around.

I often remember that the sun is setting in the creek pavilion, and I am so drunk that I don’t know my way back. Returning to the boat late after all the fun, and straying into the depths of lotus flowers

Standard Chinese characters.

It's hard to hide her childishness in her beauty.

After all, he is still young.

"Did you like the gift my brother gave you last time?"

I don't know if she was frightened, but the brush in Princess Mei's hand shook, causing a little ink stain to appear on the rice paper. She didn't panic, and cleverly traced the ink into commas, until she finished the song "Like a Dream" After writing, I raised my head.

"Meiyi likes it very much, thank you brother."

"nice! You love it."

Du Zhe also smiled and looked at the ancient Chinese words on the rice paper, "Mei Yi's words are getting more and more beautiful."

"It's all thanks to Mr. Xiangtian's good teaching."

Mei blurted out, but then realized that she had made a mistake. She should have mentioned Teacher Xiangtian's name less in front of her brother.

"In China, there are not many people who are as proficient in Chinese culture as Mr. Xiangtian, so Mei is very lucky and must learn from Mr. Xiangtian humbly."

Du Zhe is indeed a kind, gentle and good brother.

"Brother, don't worry, Mei Yi will definitely do it."

It seems that Mr. Xiangda doesn’t fish in troubled waters by telling stories.

"Pen."

As if on a whim, Du Zhe suddenly raised his hand.

Mei Yi was stunned for a moment, then handed over the brush, and then gave up her position sensibly.

Du Zhe also walked over, put out the paper again, and then started writing with a pen in his hand, with a decent posture.

When autumn comes on September th, when my flowers bloom, a hundred flowers will be killed.

The incense soars through Chang'an, and the city is full of golden armor.

Du Zhe also stopped writing.

The ink on the paper is thick and the pen is powerful. Compared with the "Like a Dream" just now, the pen of "Bu Di Hou Fu Ju" is undoubtedly much sharper.

Du Zhe also put down his pen.

"Have you learned it?"

Mei Yi quickly shook her head and said in admiration: "Brother is so awesome."

Du Zhe also smiled.

It seems that learning Chinese culture is not only a personal hobby of Princess Mei, but a general interest of the Japanese royal family.

Also.

For a long period of time in history, China was the suzerain state of Japan. At that time, Japan had a sense of admiration for everything in the country. That feeling was similar to the worship of foreign countries by some people today, and the air was sweet.

"You are still young now. When you grow up, you will know more than your brother."

"Meiyi will never be as good as my brother."

The little princess lowered her head, being polite and well-behaved. She did not rely on her reputation among the people and the love of her elders to be coquettish, and she abided by the dignity of elders and younger ones.

"A big event happened recently, has Mei heard about it?"

Du Zhe also said casually.

Mei Yi's eyes were confused.

"A serious nuclear leak occurred in Fukushima."

Meiyi looked shocked, "Nuclear leak? Brother, is it true?"

Watanabe also nodded, "The whole world is criticizing us, and the people of Fukushima have no choice but to take to the streets to march. Even outside the Imperial Palace, people gathered to protest."

"How come Meiyi hasn't heard of..."

The little princess murmured, although she has a noble status, she has been living in a deep palace like a bird in a cage. Maybe not as good as a butterfly that can flap its wings freely.

Children are indeed aware of the horror of nuclear leakage.

"When nuclear wastewater is discharged into the sea, the scope of harm will increase day by day and be irreversible. However, the relevant responsible companies are not taking remedial measures and are allowing the situation to continue to expand."

Du Zhe also continued, his voice light and unhurried.

"How is this possible?"

Mei said anxiously: "Nuclear pollution is irreversible and will harm countless people..."

Du Zhe was also silent.

"Mei goes to find his grandfather."

After saying that, Mei Yi turned around in a hurry.

"Squeak."

The study door was pushed open.

Meiyi stopped immediately, looked at the visitor, quickly returned to his dignified little adult appearance, and called out obediently and politely: "Uncle."

"Our Meiyi seems to have grown taller again and become more beautiful."

It can be seen from Mei's name that those who walked into the study were also members of the royal family.

The son of the contemporary emperor.

Same as Du Zhe, he is also a prince.

Masaru Maruyama.

Because of his seniority, he was naturally ranked ahead of Watanabe Tetsuya in terms of inheritance rights.

"uncle."

Du Zhe also lowered his head and said hello respectfully.

"You are here too."

Maruyama nodded. Uncle Wang's attitude towards the two nephews obviously had a certain gap, but it was understandable.

After all, Du Zhe is already an adult, while Mei is still just a child.

For children, they will be pampered.

"I'm practicing calligraphy."

Maruyama noticed the still-dry copybook on the desk and approached.

"Mei Yi, did you write this?"

"No, it was written by my brother."

Mei immediately explained.

"No wonder."

Maruyama Masaaki said kindly: "How do you read it? Read it to uncle?"

He actually knows some Chinese, but he is not proficient in it. He will definitely not be able to recognize all the poems on the copybook.

"When autumn comes on September 8th, I will kill all the flowers after they have bloomed.

The incense formation soaring into the sky penetrates Chang'an, and the whole city is covered with golden armor. "

Meiyi read it in standard Chinese.

Maruyama nodded solemnly, "Okay, what does this poem mean? Can Mei explain it to uncle?"

"Uncle, neither can Mei."

The little princess apologized and bowed her head.

Maruyama looked at Watanabe.

"This poem is about a student's optimism and broad-mindedness after failing the imperial examination."

Du Zhe also spoke. This explanation was not wrong, but it was too refined. Many details were not described, such as the fact that this student later became the leader of the rebel army.

of course.

It is also possible that Watanabe just learned one-sidedly.

"Haha, I gained a lot today and learned a lot of knowledge."

Maruyama was laughing.

"Mei Yi, were you going out just now?" He looked at Mei Yi.

Meiyi nodded cautiously.

"Go ahead, you have to balance work and rest."

Maruyama said dotingly.

"Thank you uncle."

Meiyi retreated calmly and helped close the door.

"Squeak."

Maruyama's arc converged by two points.

Du Zhe was also silent.

Maruyama was looking at his nephew.

The uncle and nephew looked at each other.

"Uncle, what's wrong with me?"

It was Du Zhe who spoke first.

Maruyama Masaru, who seemed to be passing by, did not deny it, "Your grandfather is old, so there is no need to disturb him. If you have anything to do, you can talk to your uncle first." Du Zhe also pursed his lips.

"When you were little, you were very close to your uncle."

Maruyama was sighing softly.

"Uncle, Tetsuya doesn't want to disturb my grandfather. It's just that the impact of the Fukushima nuclear leakage is too serious and affects the future of our country. Tetsuya has no choice but to ask his grandfather to make the decision."

Du Zhe also took the initiative to get straight to the point.

Maruyama's expression remained unchanged, "Son, you should be aware of the situation of our royal family. National affairs are handled by government departments. By doing this, you are just creating problems for your grandfather."

"But my uncle has also seen the way the government departments handle it."

"There are many things you still don't understand."

Maruyama said in a serious tone, "Your father left early. Our biggest wish for you is to let you live a carefree life, just like Mei. So, don't worry too much about the country's affairs. Well, there are so many government officials, don’t they know how to benefit our country?”

He looks kind, but is actually extremely sharp.

Especially the last sentence.

This is tantamount to pushing Watuzhe to be on the opposite side of the entire government.

It's like saying: There are so many officials in the government, but don't you, a young boy, have any brains?

Of course Du Zhe couldn't argue anymore.

His father died of illness when he was more than ten years old, otherwise this uncle would not have come forward to "mentor" him.

"Tetsuya, how old are you this year?"

Maruyama Tadashi suddenly changed the subject.

"twenty five."

"It's so big."

Maruyama was surprised, and then sighed: "When I was your age, I would have been married long ago."

Then, his eyes showed nostalgia, as if talking to himself, he nodded and said: "It's time for you to get married. Once you get married, you will know where to put your thoughts."

"How about that teacher Mei? I heard that he is very beautiful."

Maruyama was asking.

If placed in an ordinary family, there would be no concern. It would be out of the concern of the elders for the younger ones, but they are the royal family.

As an uncle, he actually introduced a commoner woman?

"You must have met her, right? How do you feel?"

"Teacher Koda is a very good person."

Du Zhe also replied calmly.

Maruyama nodded with a smile, "It seems that the rumors are true. Although my uncle has not learned as much as you, he knows that there is a saying in China that a gentle lady is a good lady. If you like it, just pursue it bravely. If you need it, uncle can help."

So enthusiastic.

But since he is so concerned, he doesn't even know how old his nephew is.

"Thank you uncle, this kind of thing depends on fate."

"That's true, but when a male college student gets married, you should think about it yourself."

Maruyama nodded, then turned around and walked towards the door.

"Squeak."

When he pushed open the study door, he paused and did not look back.

"Don't bother your grandfather again."

Leaving behind a sentence, he walked out of the study.

Looking at the door that was not closed, Du Zhe also slowly clenched his hands.

It's half an hour's drive from downtown Tokyo.

Chongtian County.

A set of quaint mansion is located at the foot of the mountain, covering an unknown area, no less than the Imperial Palace of Japan.

There are waterfalls flowing down continuously.

This house seems to have existed for as many years as the waterfall has existed.

"Miss."

"Miss."

"Miss."

We can’t talk about three steps, one post, five steps and one sentry, but the guards in the house are extremely powerful. Even though the number of people visible to the naked eye is not exaggerated, they are closely connected and leave no blind spots. Moreover, they are not the usual tough men in suits, but are wearing full-blooded clothes. Samurai uniform in national colors.

The extremely enchanting woman walked quietly through the courtyards, walked to her bedroom, opened the door, and paused slightly.

"Mother."

indoor.

A graceful woman knelt in front of the tea set. Even though she was wearing a plain black gauze dress, her charm could not be concealed.

"sit."

Fujiwara Reiki walked in and closed the door.

The woman poured her a cup of tea.

"Mother, what can I do for you?"

The woman who was definitely a top beauty when she was young did not answer, "I'm back, and it's rare to see you once. Is it so difficult to stay at home?"

"Liki has a job."

"Maruyama is checking on you. Do you think you can still keep your job?"

Fujiwara Reiki's expression remained unchanged as she picked up the tea cup.

"Although the Ministry of Internal Affairs will not give him an answer, don't treat the royal family as a fool." The woman said calmly,

"Liki didn't treat them as fools, they were just blind and deaf."

The majestic royal family seems worthless in the eyes of Fujiwara Reiki and the woman.

"Tell mother what you think."

The woman looked into her eyes.

"Liki was just doing what she had to do."

"No one is letting you into the Imperial Palace."

"But my father agreed to infiltrate China."

"That was because you requested it from your father, and your father agreed. Moreover, your father did not let you continue to maintain that false identity after returning to the country."

When she was young, she was already a famous beauty in Japan, otherwise she would not have married the arrogant Fujiwara family, but this daughter was better than her predecessors.

"Is mother here to scold Li Ji today?"

Fujiwara Reiki lowered her head to drink water.

The woman pursed her plump red lips, remained silent for a while, and then said slowly: "Don't get involved in Yingdong Electric Power's affairs."

"Li Ji doesn't have the ability to join in."

The woman stared, "Don't think that no one knows what you have done. Do you think that a humble Watanabe can influence such a big decision? Let alone him, even the emperor does not have this ability."

"This is my mother's idea. In my father's eyes, Prince Watanabe is not that incompetent."

"Li Ji, have you heard something?"

Fujiwara Reiki looked up and said, "Mother, can I choose my own destiny?"

The woman was quiet for a moment, and after a while, she replied.

"All women are the same."

"Different."

Fujiwara Reiki said categorically, "It's different in China."

The woman was equally straightforward, "But you are not from China."

Fujiwara Reiki breathed quickly.

"My mother can understand your thoughts. My mother thought the same way back then, but isn't it good now?"

"Okay?"

Fujiwara Reiki asked back, concisely and to the point.

The woman's tone that had just calmed down was stagnant, and her face that still had charm lost its expression for an instant.

"The eternal laws cannot be resisted by individual strength."

Fujiwara Reiki did not continue to argue and brought the topic back, "Discharging nuclear wastewater into the sea will do more harm than good. Mother, I did nothing wrong."

"The advantages and disadvantages depend on which angle you stand on."

The woman said: "Regardless of right or wrong, pros or cons, you should not get involved in this matter again."

"Is that what father meant?"

"Mother will not harm you."

Mother and daughter look at each other.

Fujiwara Reiki said calmly: "Mother, have you ever resisted?"

The woman was silent, then stood up, straightened her curled legs, and wrapped them in black stockings.

She stood there condescendingly, looking down at the seated Fujiwara Reiki.

"Privileges and costs are symbiotic. No one can just enjoy without sacrificing. During this period, don't go out again."

After saying that, the woman left.

The grounded Fujiwara Reiki was neither happy nor angry, drinking tea from a cup of tea indifferently. (End of chapter)

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