sister-in-law

Chapter 192
Spring began, and in March, Li Fu'an asked for an order to guard the border.

For Su Ruoli, this was a big deal, and he was so busy at the moment that he didn't care about going to Sanyuantang.

She knew that Li Fu'an's defense of the border was mostly related to her.To him, this was a disappointment in love, since she married Gu Zhang, he didn't want to stay in Beijing and feel unhappy every day.

For his affection, Su Ruoli had nothing to repay him, and he could only silently wish him to get out of the predicament as soon as possible and find his own happiness.

In addition to Li Fu'an guarding the border, there was another shocking thing about the Li family, that was Li Lanxin, who had already been sent to prison, actually entered the palace.

Su Ruoli didn't know why Li Lanxin became the emperor's concubine from an arsonist, but she knew that Li Lanxin's entry into the palace was definitely not because of her beauty and talent, but because of the game between her family and the imperial power behind her.

Perhaps Duke Cheng promised something to the emperor.

But now, the emperor's biggest headache is military power.The Jiedu envoy of the border town turned his back on the water for a time, attracting barbarians to enter the pass, and almost overthrew the imperial power of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Today, those Jiedu envoys in the border town still support their own self-respect. Although they will not turn against the water, they are still huge tumors. If they are not removed, Da Zhou will be in danger.

As for the generals that the court can rely on, besides the Li brothers, is Gu Zhang.

Although Gu Zhang's foundation is still shallow, his talent for fighting is enough to surpass the foundation of the Li family's management for so many years.

But after all, Gu Zhang had secretly competed with the emperor for a woman, and this woman was Su Ruoli.Now that she has become Mrs. Gu, and Li Lanxin has entered the palace as a concubine, subconsciously, the emperor is guarding against Gu Zhang.

In fact, when Gu Zhang was secretly playing games with the emperor, he had already expected such a day.

Like him, Li Fu'an was on the opposite side of fighting for women with the emperor. At this time, ordinary men would quit. Li Fu'an still has such a strong family support, and he is not like Gu Zhang who would rather not want anything. To marry Su Ruoli.

Perhaps, Li Fu'an also regretted it now, but under such circumstances, few people were as crazy as Gu Zhang and dared to touch the dragon's scale.

Now, whether it is said that he is frustrated in love, or that he is timid and cowardly, neither can conceal the loss in his heart.

As for Gu Zhang and Su Ruoli, they also clearly understood that the two of them had already been roasted on the fire, and if one of them was not careful, they might be cut up and eaten as meat on a chopping board.

At this time, it is the time for their family to hide their strengths and bide their time so that they can't make mistakes.

After hearing the news that Li Lanxin entered the palace as a concubine, Gu Zhang and Su Ruoli did not fall asleep that night. The husband and wife lay on the kang and whispered, discussing the future.

Gu Zhang hugged Su Ruoli's slender waist, let her pillow on his strong arm, and said hoarsely with a hint of guilt, "Li'er, following me has made you suffer."

He just felt a little sore in his heart.

Since Li'er married him, she hasn't lived a good life. Thinking back to the day when he was celebrating, his father almost died, and Li'er was chased by his mother and ran all over the yard.Later, his mother either beat or scolded her all day long.

But the thin and slender man gritted his teeth and survived, and built a big tile house, living a life without worrying about food and clothing.

Later, his mother was away from home all day long, and he was forced to join the army. All the burdens of the whole family fell on her.

He wondered how those thin shoulders could bear such a heavy burden?
She originally thought that his triumphant return would allow her to live a good life, but there were twists and turns. Until now, Li'er has not been able to live a peaceful and comfortable life in his general's mansion.

Now the situation is treacherous, there is an undercurrent between him and the emperor, if one is not careful, the whole family will be wiped out.

Li'er, if you follow him, you don't know how much you will suffer!
Perhaps, all this is only related to his not being strong enough.

Gu Zhang thought, if one day he no longer fears those dark forces, Li'er should be able to live a peaceful and happy life, right?
It's just that he can't wait any longer, he needs to become stronger quickly, so that Li'er will suffer less!
In the dark night, he opened a pair of star-like eyes, fixedly looking at the person lying quietly on his arms in his arms.

Although she didn't have a good life with him, she never complained to him.

After hearing Gu Zhang's words, Su Ruoli was also silent for a long time.

She didn't know how to answer for a moment.

The road is chosen by oneself, and the life is lived by oneself.

This man was chosen by her out of thousands of choices. Now they are all grasshoppers on the same rope, and they can't stay away from him just because they have a sense of crisis.

They are husband and wife, the closest people in the world, and the closest man in her life. They can only share the blessings and share the hardships!
Squinting his beautiful eyes, Su Ruoli said quietly, "Gu Zhang, you don't have to feel so guilty towards me, this is not what you want to happen. As long as the emperor is a wise king, he will not harm you. But if he does it for himself If there is anything wrong with you, then we won't wash our necks and wait for him to chop!"

For Su Ruoli, there is no such foolish loyalty as in ancient times.

They don't have any wolfish ambitions, they just want to live a quiet life.If the emperor is well, everyone will live in peace.If he really didn't want them to live, they wouldn't sit still.

After she finished speaking, she was still a little apprehensive, for fear that Gu Zhang, an ancient man, would not be able to listen.

Unexpectedly, as soon as the voice fell, Gu Zhang held her hand tightly, rubbed gently on the back of her hand, and nodded solemnly for a long time, "What you said is that I am no longer alone. , I have you, so I won't ignore you."

So, he should know it well?

Su Ruoli breathed a sigh of relief.

This man is by no means the kind of person who cowardly lives under others.

The two of them had a tacit understanding in their hearts, so they had no scruples about speaking.

Gu Zhang also made his plan clear so that Su Ruoli could rest assured.

It turned out that he had taken in some homeless refugees in the west during the two years of fighting against the barbarians.

At that time, he just wanted to do his best to resettle them. Unexpectedly, as more and more refugees gathered, he could only do his best to provide them with food and shelter.Later, they were allowed to farm on the border to grow and eat by themselves.

The refugees were all grateful to him, and followed him to kill the barbarians.

Gu Zhang also specially trained these people and organized them according to the army establishment.

Although he left them at the border when he triumphed later, it was a team with unlimited potential and a large number of people. From the original 3 to [-] people, now there are about [-] to [-] people who have left because of their reputation.

Among these people, there are leaders he has deliberately cultivated. In case of a crisis, these people will be their final destination.

Su Ruoli listened brightly in the dark. She didn't know how a boy in a mountain village had such a long-term vision.

Perhaps, he didn't think so much at that time, he just thought about not letting the refugees starve to death.Moreover, farming at the border can also reduce a lot of burden for the imperial court.

It's just that they didn't expect that a moment of kindness became their last straw.

After thinking about it, Su Ruoli still couldn't help asking him, "You've been away there for so long, and the capital and the west are separated by thousands of mountains and rivers, how can you ensure that they still obey your orders?"

This question is her hidden worry. What if these people don't listen to Gu Zhang at all?Isn't there even a way out?
Unexpectedly, Gu Zhang just grinned, "Human, sometimes it's very simple, as long as you are willing to do good to others, they will reciprocate to you."

One word broke Su Ruoli's point, and made her suddenly enlightened.

Yes, they and the emperor are the same way, isn't it?

Although, he is a lofty emperor with supreme power and the power to kill or kill.

However, if he makes the courtiers cold, how can the courtiers be willing to serve him?
The husband and wife talked for a whole night, and when it was dawn, they closed their eyes and fell asleep.

He slept too late at night, and he slept until the sun was up and did not wake up.

In Luo's Cuiwei Hall, the pot has already exploded.

Gu Meiniang was sitting on Luo's kang with a happy face, talking about what she had just heard.

"I heard that the second lady of the Li family has been conferred the title of Concubine Lan by the emperor. She is very obedient. She became a concubine just after entering the palace. If she gives birth to a prince, will she not be a concubine?"

Luo Shi also had a look of surprise on his face, "It's because he has a solid family background. He has already been taken over by your elder brother and sister-in-law. After being sent to prison, he can still enter the palace as a concubine."

After the mother and daughter smacked their tongues, they suddenly looked at each other again. Luo Shi slapped his thigh and yelled, "It's terrible, your elder brother caught her before, and now she has become the emperor's woman, what do you say?" , will it be bad for your elder brother?"

Gu Meiniang also screamed again and again, "That's right, if it wasn't for the elder sister-in-law, the eldest brother would not have offended the second miss of the Li family. Fortunately, now that she has become a concubine, crushing our family to death is not like crushing an ant. Broken bad..."

The mother and daughter put the blame on Su Ruoli again, and they didn't think there was anything wrong with Li Lanxin setting fire to kill Su Ruoli.

While Su Ruoli was still sleeping, Luo Shi quarreled again, saying that the head of Su Ruoli didn't give her food and drink, and she poured all the food on the ground. , tossing all over the floor in a mess, unsightly.

The mother-in-law of Cuiweitang can only report to Gu Zhang and Su Ruoli, saying that the old lady thinks that her daughter-in-law treats her badly, and the food she eats is not human food.

Su Ruoli was about to get up after hearing this, but Gu Zhang grabbed her, "Don't worry, it's just that my mother didn't stop when she heard something. Even if you rush over now, it's inevitable." Take a breath!"

Su Ruoli was so angry that he slapped his hand off, "If you don't go, your mother won't know how many moths you have made, and you don't know your mother's temper?"

Then he went to pull the clothes.

Gu Zhang also got up quickly, put on his coat, put on his boots, and said with a smile, "I'll go take a look with you."

Su Ruoli gave him a blank look, and snorted, "I never saw you, a big man, even meddling in the affairs of this inner house. Hey!"

She sighed softly and smiled helplessly, just like his family.

The two of them dressed neatly, washed and ate some snacks, and then went to Luo's Cuiweitang leisurely!
(End of this chapter)