Jinyi Night Walk

A group of healthy riders rushed to the Qinhuai River. In front of the Confucius Temple, there was a painting boat parked by the river.

The painting boat is huge, with a three-story building, and the eaves are upturned. It is magnificent, like a movable colorful building, which is amazing at first sight.

This boat is called "Jingyan Building", and this huge painting boat is the only one on the entire Qinhuai River, so there is no need to flag on the boat.

Xia Xun took a closer look, is this the place where Zhu Gaoxu treats guests?Compared with Brother Nai who was still holding the pipa, Zhu Gaoxu was indeed much more straightforward. Not only did the Second Highness openly distribute invitations in his own name, but the time was set in broad daylight. Being strong is not one-and-a-half.

Although it is early winter, the Qinhuai River is full of spring scenery all the year round, leaning on the fence and red sleeves, singing and dancing.Although this "Jingyan Building" is not under the famous [-]th floor of Jinling, it is very famous. Even in the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, which is a place full of gold and powder, "Jingyan Building" is also a place that many princes, grandchildren, wealthy businessmen and wealthy businessmen are eager for. place.

The reason is very simple, here is the grade.Here is an old man who hots wine, maybe he can write a few words and recite two poems with you, a Jinshi, a scholar, and a scholar, and an ordinary little maid in green clothes and clothes can sing and dance at will, maybe he has the demeanor of a generation of dance masters Well, the girls here may not be the most beautiful on the Qinhuai River, but in terms of talent, they are the best in Qinhuai.

Therefore, not to mention those nobles who go out as Zen guest bookboys, who come in to be delicious food and beauties, celebrities who play the piano to the moon, sweep snow and cook tea, even those playboys who are used to flying around in the pile of fans, from time to time they are willing to Come here for a while, this kind of place represents elegance and taste.

Xia Xun looked at the boat for a while, and when he got off the horse, he heard the hooves of the horses rushing, and several horses galloped towards him. When they came to the front, they reined in their horses and stopped. .

After being slightly taken aback for a few moments, a smile slowly appeared on Xia Xun's face, and he gently cupped his hands and said, "Old General Qiu, it's been a long time!"

Qiu Fu's face darkened slightly, he just arched his hands, without saying a word, he turned the saddle and jumped off the horse.

"Haha, Mr. Qiu, this is your fault!"

Hearing the news, Zhu Gaoxu, who came out to greet him, saw the actions of the two of them, and immediately said loudly.Today, Zhu Gaoxu changed into a chic uniform, a hooded head, and a moon-white Taoist robe. He strolled down the boat, his originally heroic appearance, but his gestures and gestures showed a bit of elegance and elegance.

With one left hand and one right hand, Zhu Gaoxu held Qiu Fu and Xia Xun firmly in place, laughed and said, "Duke Qiu still blames Duke Fu for the two villains Zheng Jingjing and Xie Qianshi? This is you, Qiu Fu." It’s not a public one. Xiao Wang has heard a little about the situation that day. If you were Qiu Gong, would you be able to endure that situation? Fu Guogong is also unrelenting, otherwise, you Daofu Guogong would be willing to offend Are you a stubborn old man, aren’t you, Duke Fu.”

"It's fine for Your Highness to call him Wenxuan. In front of His Highness, I don't dare to say the word "Governor of the country."

Xia Xun smiled at Zhu Gaoxu, looked at Qiu Fu on the other side who was still calm, and said, "Yang Xu and General Qiu are old acquaintances, so what's not to discuss? If General Qiu was in the governor's mansion at that time, How can Yang Xu make his own decisions? Of course, if the old general was around, he wouldn't allow that villain to cause trouble. However, the old general was out of town at the time, and he didn't know when he would be able to return to Beijing. Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Yang had no choice. .”

Zhu Gaoxu smiled and said: "Look, I'm just saying, it's not that Wenxuan doesn't take you seriously, Mr. Qiu, but it's out of necessity. The two of you are ministers in the same palace, and you are both giants in the imperial court. You should be harmonious and friendly, and work together as one. Wouldn't it be heartbreaking for the court to work for two villains who colluded with each other and blackmailed ministers?"

Qiu Fu pouted his beard and snorted coldly: "After the old man returned to Beijing, I didn't see him coming to make amends!"

This means that he is willing to go down the steps. Xia Xun immediately climbed along the pole, and said with a smile: "The old general is wrong to blame Yang Xu. Yang Xufei is not willing to apologize to the old general. The old general is really like a fire, and he is full of tigers. I am afraid." When I entered your house, the old general was still angry, and Yang Xu's body couldn't take it anymore!"

Qiu Fu snorted again after hearing this, but he didn't seem to be smiling, but his stiff face eased a little. Zhu Gaoxu said with a smile, "It's a common saying, if a prime minister can hold a boat in his stomach, which of the two princes is not more noble than the prime minister? Don't worry about small things. Today, Xiao Wang is the host, so let's make peace with each other. If Mr. Qiu is still angry, I'll drink a few more glasses of Wenxuan later, and we'll get it back from the wine, hahaha, Please!" Zhu Gaoxu grabbed the arms of the two and boarded the boat affectionately.

There was the faint sound of silk, bamboo and elegant music coming from the boat. Once on the boat, the sound became clearer. After the three of them entered the cabin, they saw two rows of young girls in the spacious painting boat, jingling their steps and waving clouds. Sleeves, feet on the soft carpet, dancing.On the top and both sides of the cabin, there are several desks, and some people are sitting scattered behind the desks, chatting and talking, which is very lively.

Zhu Gaoxu said: "Okay, the last two distinguished guests have also arrived!"

Everyone got up to greet them, Xia Xun moved his eyes and saw Zhu Neng, Duke of Cheng, Prince Consort Ning and Hu Guan, Marquis of Fuyang Li Rang, Imperial Envoy Chen Ying, and Imperial Guard Commander Ji Gang all came. All the officials are wearing casual clothes today, and there are a few adults whose faces are not very familiar. Judging from their walking, walking, and gait, they all look like valiant warriors, and they are supposed to be generals leading troops.

Xia Xun couldn't help but feel a little amused, the characters that the two princes recruited were really formidable, the people Zhu Gaochi invited were either bachelors or civil servants such as imperial envoys and shilang, and the characters Zhu Gaoxu invited were either military generals or duke Xunqing.If we talk about civil servants, there is only one civil servant, Chen Ying, whom no one dares to provoke or get close to.

Both sides think that there is no conflict of interest with the people in their own camp, and the only one who can win over is themselves. This is an advantage, but it is also a disadvantage.

"Come, come, everyone, sit down, don't engage in red tape like literati!"

Zhu Gaoxu smiled heartily and urged everyone to sit down.He is a general who has led the army, and his voice is loud and clean.After everyone was seated, he would high-five the dishes, and the delicious dishes were immediately passed on by the beautiful and delicious maids.These women are all true Jiangnan beauties, with slender figures and delicate appearances. Their facial features may not be the first-class beauty, but they are all elegant and elegant.The slender waist is folded, and the white and soft jade hands are elegantly arranging the dishes, and the movements have been professionally trained, which is pleasing to the eye.

"Everyone!"

After the food and wine were served, the ladies and servants stood to the side one after another, and the Si Le on the side turned soft, and Zhu Gaoxu followed the case with both hands, like a tiger pouncing around, a pair of bright eyes swept around , said in a loud and powerful voice: "Recently, there have been many rumors in Beijing, and there have been a lot of discussions about my father's appointment as the crown prince. I believe all adults have heard about this, so the purpose of Xiao Wang's banquet today is inevitably also in the dark. Guess, worry!"

"Hehe, Xiao Wang is in a cheerful mood, so let's talk about it in your head, so that everyone can't drink with peace of mind!"

Zhu Gaoxu tingled his waist, and said: "Everyone I invite today is Xiao Wang's like-minded friends, why invite you all? Just for the four words of like-mindedness! It's rare to meet a bosom friend for a thousand cups, If you want to drink, you naturally have to find someone you can talk to. As for the discussion in Beijing and the establishment of the crown prince, Xiao Wang also happened to express his feelings to all his close friends today, so as not to be constantly speculated.

Xiao Wang has an elder brother who is kind, friendly, and talented, and is the best candidate for the country's crown prince. Gao Xu is also sincerely convinced of his elder brother.However, my elder brother is weak in health, and he is in charge of the country and governing the country, so it may be difficult for him to take on this important task.In the past four years, my Jingnan soldiers have suffered countless deaths and injuries. Only now can we get to where we are today. The country is not easy to come by, so how can we not cherish it?

Xiao Wang has an upright heart, and he has nothing to say to others. If a brother is humble, it is a sensuality, and if it involves the world, it is justice.It's about the country, the country, and one's own feelings, so you have to put them aside first.If my father really intends to elect the crown prince, then, in order to share the worries of my father, and for the sake of this hard-won country and society, Gao Xu will do my part and will fight for it! "

Those military generals took the lead in raising their glasses and said: "Your Highness, with your words, the last general will sincerely support His Highness, and will go through fire and water, and will not hesitate!"

Prince Consort Ning Ningxu smiled and said: "Your Highness is really quick to talk! These four years have been difficult, and there have been more than a hundred battles, big and small. Your Highness has been in the front line and made great achievements in battle. His Majesty has made great achievements in the world today. His Second Highness has made great contributions. His Highness is weak. , There is a foot disease, speaking in a fair way, it is indeed difficult to be the prince of the country, if His Majesty really has the intention to make a decision, then the minister will also support His Highness the Second Highness."

Xia Xun didn't expect that Zhu Gaoxu would be unscrupulous, and he would say what he wanted in public. Although he said it tactfully, his ambition had already been fulfilled, so he couldn't help being secretly surprised.Zhu Gaoxu swept his eyes, lowered his hands slightly, stopped the voices of the crowd, and said with a smile: "Under the whole world, is it the land of the king, the shore of the land, or the minister of the king? When it comes to support, you and I are all ministers, and we will always support you." There should be only one person, and that is my father! Gao Xu’s behavior today is not to form a clique, nor is he plotting to do something wrong! I have made it clear that Gao Xu just hopes that if my father really has the intention to discuss the establishment of a crown prince, when I ask all the adults, if the adults feel that Gao Xu is still worthy of education, they can say a few words for Gao Xu .”

Zhu Gaoxu raised his glass and said: "Gaoxu has absolutely no intention of buying off the ministers. Hehe, no one thinks that a mere feast of wine can buy off your lords? Haha, well, the words are clear, everyone will not guess , restless? Then we can drink with peace of mind, today we will drink to our heart's content, just talk about love affairs, not discuss state affairs, never get drunk and go home! Chen Yushi!"

Chen Ying stood up in response, cupped her hands and said, "The minister is here."

Zhu Gaoxu pointed at him and said with a smile: "Chen Yushi is the most fair and strict person. Today, I invite Chen Yushi to be a wine prisoner. Anyone who breaks the rules will be punished with three glasses of wine!"

Chen Ying responded with a smile, and said to everyone: "Everyone, listen carefully. This is the end of what His Highness said today. Let's drink freely and only talk about love affairs. Anyone who talks about state affairs will be punished with alcohol."

Everyone burst into laughter, and the serious atmosphere in the boat was swept away.

Xia Xun noticed that although Zhu Gaoxu said it solemnly just now, since he made it clear, he really didn't mention it again. At the banquet, Zhu Gaoxu chatted and laughed wantonly, and drank from a big cup. It was really hearty, from the beginning to the end , indeed put that topic aside completely, neither discussed nor forced others to express their allegiance, and had a bit of the spirit of being able to afford it and let it go.

This is completely different from his elder brother who wants to speak but dare not speak, and speaks vaguely but is afraid that others will not understand. Since he arrived at the "Stunning Building" today, he has lightly described his holiday with Qiu Fu in a few words. From exposing it to the process of expressing his heart to everyone, he is completely a frank and bright image.

Xia Xun secretly felt that the two brothers were really different.Zhu Gaochi is like a scholar's sword, and Zhu Gaoxu is like a samurai's sword.

A scholar's sword is an ornament hanging from the waist, and it is an ornament hanging on the wall. Even if it is pulled out and danced, it is still an ornament, but it only adds a kind of elegance to people. From the beginning to the end, people pay attention to it. Only that man, not his sword.

The samurai's sword is different. Even if it is still in the sheath, it is full of murderous aura. Once it is out of the sheath, it is even more radiant. It is still the knife, not the person holding the knife.

This kind of personality charm is indeed more attractive than Zhu Gaochi.Rao Xia Xun had already made up his mind to stay out of the matter, seeing Zhu Gaoxu's actions today, he was secretly heartbroken and became a little closer.

Together with the banquet, strings are tuned in the side chamber music, and Xiaodi and pipa are played together. The sound is high-pitched, but it is not harsh, and the voiceless and melodious are very pleasant.First, the female singer of "Jingyanlou" sang softly, singing softly, and dancers in colorful clothes danced lightly, and everyone let go of their worries and had fun to their heart's content.

After a while, the music suddenly changed, full of exotic flavors, Jiegu Pipa, Huqin and Qiangdi, as if people were in the desert grassland. The two are gorgeously dressed and have graceful figures. They have white abdominal muscles and soft gauze on their faces. The blond beauties with scarves came in, everyone was amazed at once, this kind of exotic beauties are rare in Jinling, the people who were chatting, laughing and drinking immediately stopped their voices and all looked at them.

Ji Gang smiled, and introduced in a voice that was not too big or too small, but enough for all the guests to hear clearly: "These two beauties are authentic Kucha people. Everyone knows that since the ancient country of Kucha fell, the real Kucha Even in Xiliang, there are not many Zi people, let alone such a beautiful virgin. Hehe, this is General Ping Qiang's painstaking efforts to collect it and send it to His Second Highness. Exotic dance, unique style, everyone Blessed are the eyes!"

Everyone understands the implication, but now they are not in a hurry to savor it. Everyone's eyes are attracted by these two exotic beauties. The authentic Kucha people are of Aryan race, with blond hair, blue eyes, and complexion. white.

But because they have lived in the Western Regions for a long time, they are used to dressing up as Uighur Uighurs, so their blond hair is messed up at this time, and they are tied into small braids. Pink glossy fat, beautiful and moving.

Although there is a light veil on her face, her big eyes are as blue as the sea, and when she shakes her head (moving her neck), there is a kind of charm and coquettishness. Even though the officials present are used to beauties, they can't help being fascinated... @.