Rebirth after waste

Chapter 144

It's not that Gu Yunxian is ignorant of everyone's thoughts, but the current situation is too unexpected for her, so she can only stare at the field, and has no more thoughts on other things.

On the wide court, the emperor and Cui Shuo each rode a steed, looking at each other expressionlessly.Looking from a distance, both of them have the same tall and straight figure and outstanding appearance, but their faces are also pale.

Although it's the freezing first month, fortunately, the sun is shining today, and everyone dressed thickly and sitting in the stands didn't feel too cold.The polo field has been taken care of early to ensure that nothing like frost will disturb His Majesty's enjoyment of hitting the ball.

Seeing that both teams were ready, the official who acted as the referee gave an order, the eunuch waved the flag downward, the drums started again, and the polo match officially started.

Gu Yunxian had watched many polo matches before.This sport was very popular in the Imperial Palace of Jin Dynasty. When she first entered the palace at the age of 13, she saw the batting match between His Royal Highness King Qi and the late Emperor.Moreover, this polo is not only liked by men, but also by many aristocratic women. Mrs. Ningyuan Hou and Princess Hou Fu once held a grand polo match, and most of the noble ladies in Yudu were dragged into the water by them.At that time, Gu Yunxian was still the princess. If it wasn't for his poor skills, he might have been played by this younger sister.

But no matter which game it was, it was never as thrilling as today.

The ball used in polo is as small as a fist, made of light and tough wood, hollowed out in the middle, and painted with various colors on the outside, called "colored balls" and "seven treasure balls".Now the colored ball was rolling around in the clearing, passed from one stick to the other, and ended up in the left or right goal.

Gu Yunxian's heart hung high, looking at those galloping horses and the clubs waving from time to time, he hardly knew how to breathe.

"I used to see Cui Shangshu handsome, and I thought he was weak, but I never thought that he has such a vigorous side..." Gu Yunxian heard the ministers on the right talking, and there was no lack of appreciation in his tone.

"Master Gao doesn't know something. Rujing just doesn't like to use martial arts, but it's not that he doesn't know how to use martial arts. He also trained his muscles and bones with famous teachers when he was young. Whether it's horseback riding or riding and archery, he is good at martial arts." Du Qing explained, "When Qing first met him, he was also deceived by his appearance. He ran to compete with him in an arrow contest, and finally lost three jars of fine wine, so he had a long memory..." Everyone laughed.

"Looking at Cui Shangshu's performance today, he is no longer inferior to the generals in the army." Hubu Shangshu Lu Lang knew, "However, His Majesty's polo skills have always been among the best among the crowd. I am afraid that His Majesty will win today's game... . . . "

Lu Langzhi said it firmly, but everyone agreed after hearing it.It is not unusual for the emperor and his courtiers to win by hitting the ball. As long as the courtiers are knowledgeable enough, they will know when to lose to the emperor without leaving a trace.But today is different, his batting technique is really good.

I still remember that in the first year of Yongjia, the Hechi Kingdom in the Western Regions sent envoys to congratulate the new emperor on his enthronement. After eating and drinking, everyone decided to play a game of ball to bond with each other.At the beginning of the game that day, it can be described as horrible. Dajin's team lost three games in a row, and Habayashiro's face was so disgraceful that they couldn't lift their heads.The emperor, who was sitting in the stands watching the game, couldn't take it anymore and decided to end in person.Everyone was still a little disapproving, thinking that the opponents Habayashi could not beat, what can His Majesty do?Unexpectedly, the opening of the first game was only a stick of incense, so he hit the Qibao ball into the opponent's goal.

Naturally, the Hechi people would not let the Emperor Jin down, so the victory in that game was won by the emperor with his own true ability.Since then, everyone has recognized his batting skills, and when encountering a battle between monarchs and ministers, they have tried their best to last a little longer before losing...

Because of this, no matter how capable Cui Shuo seemed, everyone did not believe that he could win.

With this thought in mind, everyone waited firmly for His Majesty to defeat Cui Shangshu.Individuals with active minds have already begun to conceive congratulatory speeches in their minds, and prepare to perform them in front of Shengjia in a while.

The subsequent development of the game made them suspect that their congratulatory speech was in vain.

Today's Cui Shuo has changed his usual introverted and calm image. With his left hand, he flexibly controls the galloping horse under him, and he hits the ball with his right hand, his movements are fast and ruthless.His eyes are vicious, and he often shoots the goal when the opponent's player is unaware.Even though the emperor had outstanding golf skills, under such a swift and violent attack, he couldn't gain any upper hand.

"I think Cui Shangshu's posture looks like he has to win!" Concubine Shen Hui said, "He almost fell off his horse several times just now, but he didn't care at all. I don't know why, but he is so willing to let go , without even caring about his own safety.”

"Not only Cui Shangshu, the concubine also saw that His Majesty did his best." Jin Jieyu said, "It's a bit scary to be serious..."

When they said this, everyone couldn't help looking at Gu Yunxian.

"Ah..." Rou Xiurong suddenly whispered, her tone full of panic.

Everyone hurriedly turned their heads to look, only to find that Cui Shuo's horse turned around too fast just now, lost its balance for a moment, and actually threw him off the horse!

Everyone on the racetrack reined in their horses one after another, three men in crimson narrow-sleeved robes jumped off their horses, ran to Cui Shuo's side in a few steps, and asked with concern, "My lord, are you alright?"

Cui Shuo frowned, his fair cheeks were stained with dust, and cold sweat leaked from his forehead.He has always been detached in front of people, and he has never looked so embarrassed before, making everyone around him a little uncomfortable.

"What's the matter?" The emperor reined in the reins with one hand, and looked at Cui Shuo coldly, "Can we continue the competition?"

Cui Shuo sat on the ground, looked up into the emperor's icy eyes, and smiled slightly, "Of course."

"Oh? Are you sure you don't need to invite the imperial doctor to take a look?" The emperor said coolly, "If you fall to the bone, you won't be allowed to be brave."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, I know what I'm doing." Cui Shuo stood up slowly, supported the horse's back, took a light breath, ignored the severe pain in his right foot, and got on the horse again, "I'm fine, the game can continue."

The emperor looked at him lightly and smiled, "Go ahead."

It wasn't until Cui Shuo remounted the horse and the drums started again that Gu Yunxian finally let out the breath that was stuck in his chest.She has never experienced such a tormenting polo match in her life, and at this moment, she only feels that the clothes on her back are soaked in cold sweat.

She didn't know what the emperor and Cui Shuo wanted to do, but she felt very nervous, as if something extremely important would be decided with the result of this match, and that decision was related to the fate of the three of them.

"This is the last ball." Yin Fansu, who hadn't said anything, said suddenly, "Now it's just a tie, whoever scores this ball will..."

Gu Yunxian shuddered and immediately looked at the score.Sure enough, it happened to be a tie at this moment, and whoever scored the goal would win the match.

The battle situation on the court had obviously reached its climax, the emperor and Cui Shuo were closely watching each other's movements, refusing to give in to each other.

The smoke and dust dissipated, and the Seven Treasure Ball rolled between them.The two men looked at each other, leaned down at the same time, and hooked the ball with their sticks.

The horses are galloping, they are vigorous and vigorous, and the clubs in their hands are not giving way to each other.The emperor's game skills were obviously better, and he was closer to the colored ball with a twist of his wrist.Cui Shuo frowned, and from the corner of his gaze, he suddenly caught Gu Yunxian in the stands.She clenched her fists tightly and looked at this place intently, her eyes full of tension.

He suddenly had a strange feeling.This game was originally a bet between him and the emperor, and he regarded it as the last thing he could do for her, and tried his best to win the game.

But seeing her earnest eyes at this moment, he suddenly had an illusion.It seems that this is not a life-and-death struggle between him and His Majesty, but just a young boy's batting match.In the stands is his favorite person, who is looking forward to his return in victory.

His ball was for her...

The already extremely low body suddenly fell down again, almost half hanging on the horse's back.Half of Cui Shuo's body was suspended in mid-air. With a thrust of his right hand, he hooked the colored ball from under the emperor's stick with lightning speed, and then hit with a backhand——

Time seemed to stand still, and everyone stood there dumbfounded, watching the colored ball roll past the two horses, and charged into the goal on the left with a clear goal...

"The game is over, Cui Shangshu's team has won!" The referee announced loudly.

It was so unexpected that everyone didn't know how to react, and finally the emperor took the lead in saying hello.

"It's really fun." The emperor laughed, "It's been so many years since I played so happily! Rujing, you really didn't disappoint me."

Cui Shuo smiled lightly, but suddenly let out a muffled snort.The emperor glanced at his right foot knowingly, and ordered: "Quickly send the imperial doctor, Cui Shangshu's foot is injured."

"Thank you, Your Majesty..." Cui Shuo reluctantly said.

The emperor got off his horse, threw the whip to the people next to him, and turned around to leave.

"Your Majesty." Cui Shuo called from behind.

The emperor stopped.

"The minister won." Cui Shuo said.

So, remember to keep your promises.

"I know you won." The emperor smiled, his eyes swept to Gu Yunxian in the stands.She had stood up with the hand of the maid, and was nervously looking in her direction.

"Don't worry about healing your wounds. I will remember what I promised."

Taking one last look at Gu Yunxian, he walked out of the polo field without looking sideways, leaving behind everyone who didn't understand the situation.

When everyone saw the emperor getting into the sedan chair and walking farther and farther in the direction of the Dazheng Palace, they began to discuss in a low voice.

The emperor's temperament is casual, and it has happened before that he left after the game, so today's performance is not surprising.It's just that this is the emperor's first loss in many years, and everyone can't help but sigh, the weak-looking Cui Shangshu is really unbelievable.

Gu Yunxian thought that he could have a few words with the emperor today, but who would have thought that he left so simply, as if he didn't want to see her at all.Under the disappointment, a wave of depression and anger slowly surged into her heart.

It has been more than ten days, what is the meaning of his avoidance?She wanted to explain to him, but he didn't give her a chance. Was he planning to just go on like this?

But if he really didn't want to see her, why did he call her out to watch such a ball game today?
What on earth is he trying to do!
The more she thought about it, the more confused she became, and she still frowned when she returned to Jiaofangdian.

Seeing her expression, Ah Ci was about to pour a cup of tea to persuade her to calm down, but she heard Caizhi come in and say, "My lady, my lady Yin Guifei is asking to see you."

Ah Ci's expression turned cold in an instant, "What is she here for? How dare she come to see Miss!"

"Let her in." Gu Yunxian said, and then stopped A Ci, who was obviously upset, with his eyes, "Don't talk too much, I have my own opinion."

Yin Fansu came just in time, she had something to ask her.

As soon as Yin Fansu saw Gu Yunxian, he solemnly saluted Gu Yunxian.Gu Yunxian sat on the seat, quietly watching her kneeling figure, and did not cry out.

Yin Fansu's forehead touched the ground for a long time before slowly raising his head, "Sister, this concubine is here to plead guilty to my sister."

"Oh? Please what's the crime?" Gu Yunxian asked.

Yin Fansu said: "The concubine knows that my sister is definitely suspicious of the concubine now. But the concubine wants my sister to believe that the thing on New Year's Eve is really not done by the concubine."

"You didn't do it?" Gu Yunxian said indifferently, "But you should know that you are responsible for organizing the New Year's Eve banquet. If anyone can tamper with it, it is most likely you. Also, your majesty saw that this palace and You were also present when Cui Shangshu was there. So much evidence points to you, do you want me to believe that you didn't do it?"

"Yes, the concubine is indeed the most suspected right now, but..."

"But even though you are so suspicious, I still decided to believe you." Gu Yunxian interrupted her, "I have been waiting for you to explain to me these days, but you didn't say anything. If you don't explain, you will It is equivalent to tacitly acquiescing my suspicion of you."

Yin Fansu was silent for a moment, "The concubine didn't say it at that time, because I dared not say it."

"Why not?" Gu Yunxian narrowed his eyes slightly, staring at her intently, not letting go of the slightest change in her expression.

"Because His Majesty does not allow ministers and concubines to speak." Yin Fansu gritted his teeth and said resolutely.

(End of this chapter)