Concubine like a house

Chapter 73
On the way to King Mu's mansion, Chuxiu couldn't help guessing what King Mu looked like, and also thought about how to use words in front of him.According to the legend, King Mu has a soft appearance, great military achievements, a vicious temperament, and ruthless means, so Chuxiu dare not underestimate him.

After thinking about it all the way, the chariot had slowly stopped, and King Mu greeted him personally in front of the gate of the mansion.He got out of the car without looking sideways, and bowed profusely to the black brocade robe: "My concubine is from the Yun family, and I have met King Mu."

"Ma'am, you're welcome." Mu Wang's voice was straightforward and polite, but he couldn't hide his coldness and alienation.Just by listening to these few words, Chuxiu can roughly guess what this frightening King Mu should look like.However, when she raised her head and looked at him, she was still shocked.Not only her, but the other party was also obviously shocked.

With their eyes facing each other, Chuxiu and Mu Wang said in unison: "It's you?!" After saying that, they laughed lightly together.In the end, King Mu stretched out his hand to ask: "This is not a place to talk, madam, please." Chuxiu was also not polite, and stepped into King Mu's mansion, and went to his confidential study.

As soon as the servants brought the teacups up, King Mu had waved back to the left and right, and said with a smile, "Miss Hanchu, long time no see." The language smiled back.With raised phoenix eyes, a charming appearance, and a handsome face that is indistinguishable from male to female... Outsiders probably don't know that Prince Mu, who is rumored to be decisive and ruthless, has such a charming demeanor.He is also an old friend of Chuxiu.It's a long story... At the age of 14, Hanchu was already a song that moved the world when she came out of Xiu. Feng's mother arranged for her to go to Beixi to pass on the arts to the brothel girls. This was the only time she left Nanxi Jingzhou.In fact, it is just a gimmick to say that she is going to "pass on the arts" - a gimmick to help her make a name for herself.Because she has reached the age to be listed and is about to bid for the first night.

Because of Mother Feng's advance campaign, Han Churen has already attracted heated discussions before arriving at Beixi Imperial City.And on the day she appeared in Yihong Pavilion, more than half of the men in the city were attracted to watch.According to the bidding price, in the end, Chen Xuan, who was the son of the king of Beixi Town—that is, the current Beixuan Shengrui Emperor won, and won the opportunity to see her beauty.

She still remembers that night when she left Xiuxiu, she was about to change clothes to meet Chen Xuan, but found a man in black hiding in the house.She was terrified, but Sheng Chenxuan entered the door at this moment, before Chuxiu had time to see his face clearly, several killers suddenly broke in outside the door to try to harm him, almost killing Chuxiu as well.

She thought the killer was arranged by the man in black, but after Chen Xuan was attacked, the man in black jumped out to save her.Seeing that she was in danger, he decisively saved her life first, then said "I'm in Xiananqi, I offended you", and then jumped out of the window to rescue Chen Xuan.

Although they only met once, and the scene they first met was so ridiculous, they both left a deep impression on each other.After all, how many men and women are there in the world who are as elegant as the two of them?Naturally, they never forget each other.

At that time, Chuxiu was only a 14-year-old girl, and she wanted to thank the Nan Qigong for saving her life.But she inquired and inquired, and there was no family with the surname "Nan" in Beixi, so she had to gradually give up the idea of ​​repaying her kindness.

Later, when he came back to Nanxi after Chuxiu, he met He Lianqi by chance. He happened to be at the age of listing again, and under the arrangement of Feng Mama, he officially received guests.

After that, she encountered He Lianqi's betrayal, and Mingying's repeated insults, and even nearly died in the sea of ​​fire... Nearly four years have passed in a blink of an eye, and Chuxiu never imagined that the help she could not find back then The benefactor is not from Beixi, but the majestic King Mu of Nanxi!What's even more ridiculous is that she has lived in Yanlan City for more than two years, and today is the first time she meets him!
Things are not mysterious.Chuxiu suddenly felt that this unexpected reunion would make today's secret conversation more effective... The two did not entangle themselves in the past.King Mu didn't ask her why she changed from Han Chu to Mrs. Chuxiu, nor did she ask why King Mu changed from Chen Xuan's savior to a rival in love... They were all straightforward people, and the discussion ended quickly.Chuxiu made it clear what he wanted, and the Yun family was willing to use half of his assets to assist King Mu in his actions.In return, after King Mu is crowned a great treasure, he wants to keep the Yun clan prosperous and prosperous.

King Mu is also very generous, bluntly saying that he just "borrowed" Yun's assets, and he will return all the money after the matter is completed.

Although the other party said so, Chuxiu only listened to it as a polite remark.Seeing that the secret conversation was going so smoothly and the big event was settled, she had the idea of ​​leaving.After all, she is a widow, and she stayed too long in Mu Wang's mansion, so she was afraid that she would be criticized.

Unexpectedly, King Mu came out to persuade him to stay: "This king has a heartless request... My concubine Luan Su has had a miscarriage recently, and I feel depressed in my heart. I want to ask my wife to help her out." He paused, and then added , "Luan Su's mother's surname is Yun, and she is also close relatives with Lixinhou's Mansion."

Chuxiu agreed.She and Luan Su both came from prostitutes, and both experienced the trauma of miscarriage, so they can be regarded as sympathetic to each other, especially because they are related to the Yun family, it is really a lot of fate. "Nanhanchu, Beiluansu", Chuxiu also wanted to meet this woman who was as famous as himself in the romantic field.

So, the two didn't talk much, and walked together to the small courtyard where Luan Su lived.Although King Mu is an imposing prince, and the feudal city is in the affluent Fangzhou, his mansion is not luxurious, at least not compared to Lixinhou's mansion.The style of Prince Mu's Mansion is simple and neat, there is not a single flower or grass in the entire mansion, it is full of towering ancient trees, and there are also many pruning bamboos.

King Mu had ordered people to inform Huiluan of a distinguished guest early on, so when the two of them arrived at the small courtyard, she was already standing on the porch waiting for each other.Looking at Chuxiu from a distance, Luan Su secretly thought that her figure was too graceful, she was too thin.

She looked at Luan Su as she approached, and felt that there was an undisguised aloofness and arrogance in Luan Su's body, not Ming Ying's arrogance and domineering, nor Yun Xiangrong's pretentiousness - this is the temperament that only a scholarly family can cultivate .Luan Su is worthy of being the orphan of Beixi's number one virtuous prime minister. She has been nurtured in a good family background since she was a child. Although she has been in the world for many years, she is still neither humble nor overbearing.

In terms of facial features, Luan Su is not the most beautiful woman in the world, but she can make the two dragons among men—Emperor Beixuan Shengrui and King Nanxi Mu fall in love one after another, which shows that she is by no means a woman of the world.

Immediately when she came out of Xiuxiu, she felt close to Luan Su, she kept on stepping, and softly praised Mu Wang: "Your Highness has good eyesight."

Mu Wang only hooked his lips into a smile, but didn't answer.The two walked together to the eaves of the corridor, and went out of Xiu to look at Luan Su.It was almost sunset at this time, and the pale golden light and shadow shone on the latter, making her pale complexion a little rosy.Perhaps it was due to the fact that she had just given birth, Luan Su's spirit was a little weak, even a little powder and black powder could not hide her haggardness.

King Mu was obviously distressed, and before Luan Su saluted him, he said in an amiable voice: "You are not recovering, so don't rush out to have a shower." If Chuxiu hadn't heard it with her own ears, she would never have imagined such a warm and caring voice It came from the mouth of the ruthless King Mu.

When Chuxiu saw Luan Su withdrawing his eyes from himself, Shi Shiran bowed to King Mu and saluted, "It's okay, it's good to come out to get some air after raising it for more than [-] days."

When King Mu heard the words, there was a flash of comfort in his eyes, he pointed to Chuxiu beside him, and introduced to Luansu: "The head of the Lixinhou's mansion, Mrs. Chuxiu."

Chuxiu bowed down politely: "I am from the Yun family, and I have seen Concubine Luan." Luan Su seemed to be flattered, she opened her eyes wide, and quickly replied: "Madam, don't hurt me." Bowing, it was actually a bit more solemn than the etiquette when she met King Mu just now.So it was Chuxiu's turn to be flattered.

The two women were courteous to each other, King Mu had already smiled at them and said, "Let's talk after you go into the house. Concubine Luan can't blow the air."

Chuxiu nodded, and saw Luansu asking King Mu: "Your Highness, won't you come in?" Stop turning and say politely to Chuxiu: "Concubine Luan is not recovering, please trouble your wife to take care of her." Chuxiu smiled and nodded, expressing his acceptance.King Mu took another deep look at Luan Su, and saw that she was a little more energetic than before, so he turned around and left with peace of mind.Seeing King Mu walking away, Luansu invited Chuxiu to enter her bedroom: "The inner room is simple, the madam will laugh at you." Everyone thought that the mansion of Marquis Lixin should be magnificent, but obviously Luansu Think about it too.Chuxiu understood what she meant, and only smiled lightly: "Your Majesty, there is no need to be courteous to my concubine. His Royal Highness Mu Wang has already explained your identity to my concubine. When it comes to seniority, you and your late husband are still cousins."

As soon as these words came out, Luan Su said uncomfortably: "Madam also said that we are close relatives, so Madam don't call me 'Niang Niang' any more. I think Madam knows exactly where I have been for a living."

Hearing these words, Chuxiu was also a little sad, feeling sorry for Luan Su's self-injury, and also for the same illness he had with her.But she and Luan Su are lucky, at least they have found someone who treats each other sincerely, and got rid of the fate of being an Israeli.

In order to avoid the other party's self-pity and self-injury, Chuxiu quickly changed the subject and said with a smile: "Back then, Aunt Feiyan ran away from marriage and left home. My husband also mentioned it to my concubine. Who would have thought that she married a famous woman?" Ling Xiang, who is all over the world, is also a good match."

Luan Su sighed softly: "It's a pity that my mother's blessings are poor and she passed away early." "It's so rare to have a lover." Speaking of this, Chuxiu couldn't hide his sadness, "There are too many changes in this world. , how rare it is to find a couple who will grow old together. Not to mention others, the concubine and her husband are living examples."

As expected, Luan Su's expression froze and he stopped talking.Seeing her like this, Chuxiu is sure that the person she likes is not King Mu, otherwise she would never be so sad if he is by her side.It seems that the rumors are true, Luan Su likes Beixuan Chengrui Emperor Chenxuan... Thinking of what King Mu had just told her, Chuxiu had no choice but to comfort her secretly: "Since there is a flower appreciator by my side, it's a good idea to be sure." If you don't cherish your face and body, it would be a pity that the flowers will wither before they are folded."

Luan Su was startled when he heard the words, and two lines of tears flowed down his cheeks: "Madam, you don't understand..." Seeing this, Chuxiu became more convinced of what he thought.Chen Xuan became emperor in Beixuan, but Luan Su married Nanxi... This couple probably has no hope of staying together!Although the reasoning is here, Chuxiu still comforts her against her will: "Concubine Luan, please cherish yourself, and one day, those who love each other will meet each other."

Luan Su only silently lowered her head and wiped away her tears, choked with sobs for a moment before changing into a smile: "After listening to Madam's persuasion, I feel much more at ease. I don't know why, I just feel very close to Madam."

"The empress doesn't know why, but the concubine knows it." They are naturally close, they have both fallen into prostitution, they have both been glamorous in the world, and they both found their lovers when they were young, and they have gone through legends.But now, they are all far away from the people they love... Chuxiu didn't continue to explain, looking at Luan Su's slightly confused and haggard face, he only said softly: "Your Majesty is not yet confinement, it is not appropriate to worry too much. If you want to know anything, you can ask His Royal Highness King Mu."

She didn't reveal her former identity to Luan Su, if Luan Su wanted to know, King Mu would tell the truth.Seeing that the consolation was almost done, Chuxiu looked at the sky outside the window, got up and said, "There are many trivial matters in the Yunfu, I will leave first, and then come to talk to the empress when I have time." Outside the courtyard.

After the two said their goodbyes, Chuxiu returned to King Mu's study by relying on the memory of when he came, and returned to King Mu's study. "Everyone has said that Mrs. Xiu has the ability to never forget, and now it seems that it is true. Madam only walked once, and she can remember the journey back and forth." King Mu said politely.Chuxiu has always had a good memory. When she first arrived in Yun Mansion, she could remember the twists and turns of the mansion after walking it once.But at this moment, hearing Mu Wang's words, it seemed that there was a sense of blame, Chuxiu was not sure, and simply smiled and said: "Your Highness has been offended."

King Mu waved his hand: "What's the matter with her?" "I've said everything I need to say. The empress is ice-snow smart, and she will figure it out after thinking about it for a day or two." Hearing this, King Mu's tense emotions instantly relaxed: "Yu Both public and private, Madam is the king's benefactor." Benefactor?If you want to say grace, it was King Mu who saved her life first!Chuxiu politely replied: "The Yun family has been passed down for hundreds of years, and it seems to be prosperous as before, but in fact, the hearts of the people have long been scattered, and there is a smell of copper everywhere. His Highness is about to accomplish a major event, and it is a blessing for the Yun family to be able to see the Yun family." .”

Mu Wang was silent for a moment, and solemnly replied: "Madam will not hesitate to support this king with half of the family property. This kind of kindness will never be forgotten by this king. Rest assured, Madam, after this king's affairs are completed, the huge sum of money from Yunfu will be returned, and then help Madam to break the law." No worries."

The two returned to the topic of the secret conversation just now.Chuxiu said with a smile: "Family wealth is small, but people's hearts are big. After your Highness's affairs are completed, you only need to help my Yun family clean up internal troubles and maintain prosperity."

"Madam's courage is comparable to that of an ordinary woman. Don't worry, if the matter fails, this king will never drag the Yun family down."

Chuxiu was naturally not to be outdone, and replied confidently: "The Yun family has been in business for hundreds of years, and there are still ways to protect themselves. Don't worry, Your Highness."

Mu Wang nodded, suddenly stopped talking, and after a long time, he sighed in a long voice: "Farewell for more than three years, goodbye madam, I really make people lament the impermanence of the world..." Thinking back to the acquaintance with Hanchu in Beixi, and then to Now the bond between the Yun family and Prince Mu's mansion seems to have its own will in the dark.

Finally, I still said it, the past when we first met each other.Chuxiu is also full of emotion: "I have never thought that Yun and Concubine Luan have such a relationship, let alone that we will meet in this capacity." Chuxiu deliberately mentioned Luansu Yes, now she has pinpointed King Mu's weakness.

But King Mu still didn't realize it, he just thought that Chuxiu was just sighing casually, so he agreed with a smile: "'Nan Hanchu, Bei Luan Su', who would have thought that my wife would marry into the Yun family, and Luan Su would become the king's side concubine."

This sentence made both of them immersed in the sadness of the impermanent world, and neither of them spoke again.After a long while, it was King Mu who broke the silence: "I still remember that the first time I met my wife was in the Yihong Pavilion in Lidu, Beixi. To be honest, I heard that Chen Xuan, the son of King Zhen, was a flower lover. I guessed that he must She would go to see the number one beauty in Nanxi, and then managed to enter the lady's boudoir, and wanted to meet with Chen Xuan and discuss big plans together."

It turned out that Mu Wang hid in the house that day to meet Chen Xuan and discuss cooperation matters... Chuxiu finally understood the cause and effect of this.

"That day, His Highness hid in my concubine's boudoir. It was really scary. It was just that the son of the King of Zhen entered the door. Before I could see what he looked like, a group of killers broke in and committed murder. I should thank Your Highness for taking action." Save each other." Recalling the thrilling past, Chuxiu suddenly felt nostalgic.

This time, Yun's secretly supported King Mu's incident, which could be regarded as her repayment for saving King Mu's life more than three years ago.At this moment, King Mu was filled with emotions, and couldn't help but think of the story that happened after saving Han Chu: Chen Xuan was assassinated in Lidu Yihong Pavilion that day, and Han Chu was also in danger.He rescued Han Chu at first, and when he rushed to save Chen Xuan, he saw Luan Su rescue him.If he had ignored Hanchu and saved Chenxuan first, he would not have met Luansu, and the love-hate entanglement between the three of them would have disappeared.But if he had allowed Hanchu to be killed at that time, how could he easily get the support of Yun's huge sums of money now that he has seized the heir apparent?

It can be seen that the turbulent hand of the sky has already arranged the world in a strange and wonderful way.The more King Mu thought about it, the more he felt indistinguishable, sometimes sad and sometimes happy.Seeing it in his eyes, Chuxiu knew that it was inconvenient to bother him, so he said wittily: "I have been out for a long time today, and there must be a lot of business in the mansion, and I will let the concubine leave first."

Just this one sentence pulled each other from the past back to reality.King Mu didn't do much to keep her, and secretly sent Chuxiu back to Yun Mansion in person, lest she might make a mistake on the way.

After returning to Yunfu, the first thing Chuxiu did was not go to Rongjintang to find Mrs. Tai.Instead, she called Zhu Yang and told her very carefully: "Go quietly to the private residence of the young master and tell him to be ready to leave at any time."

(End of this chapter)