The beauty is endless

Chapter 27
Ji Che received the secret report from Liaoyangjing on the sixth day after Murong Qi left without saying goodbye.

The secret report has only two contents——

First, the coming-of-age ceremony of Princess Xiying, the youngest daughter of King Ban Weilian of Baishuo Khan, was approaching, and envoys from various countries were invited to watch the ceremony, and Dayou also sent Wei Nange to bring the ceremony;

Second, the Dayouxiao Cavalry Battalion has been secretly mobilized many times recently, and a large number of troops and horses have sneaked into Juze County.There are rumors that the Yonghe army in the old capital of Luocen is on the verge of resurgence.

Regarding the first article—once Princess Xiying combs her hair to become an adult, it means that she can marry.Bai Shuo has occupied the northern grassland for many years. He has a strong army and horses, is brave and good at fighting, and is an enemy and a friend. It is very important to the current situation.The envoys from all over the world are probably not interested in drinking, since Emperor Yong'an sent Wei Nange to go north in person, it means that Dayou should also have the intention to marry the princess.

As for the movements in Juze, the Yonghe army was called the last army in Juze, but it had been silent for many years because the royal family had no successors.As far as he knows, almost all the members of the Shen clan who were able to get along with the "royal bloodline" in the past two years died unexpectedly. Chi Chi.

When thinking of Shen Qianchi, he naturally thought of Murong Qi.His palm tightened, and the thin piece of paper turned into pieces in an instant.

Two years ago, she married herself on her own initiative; two years later, she left without saying goodbye.

In her mind, who is he to her - can he come and leave when he wants?
He was very entangled because of her, but she was free and easy. How could there be such a cheap thing in the world?
His gaze sank, and he asked, "Where is Murong Qi now?"

Guo Zichen who brought in the secret report hastily replied: "I haven't found Miss Murong's whereabouts yet."

"Not yet?" Ji Che raised his eyebrows, "You mean, since I went to Qinglian Town with Xiao Ci that day, no one has seen her?"

"Yes." Guo Zichen's brow was sweating, "Not all of them, Miss Murong once sent a letter to the eldest lady, saying that she happened to meet a friend and went to Jiangnan to play together, so the eldest lady need not worry."

"Have you sent a letter to Xiaoci?" After a pause, he thought of the important point again, "What kind of friend would hide her whereabouts so tightly that even our people can't be found?"

"This..." How would I know, don't embarrass me young master!Guo Zichen shook his head, "Young Master, you also know that the alliance between the old gang leader and Dayou offended many people in Juze, and it is very inconvenient for the disciples of the gang to move around in Juze County, especially the old capital Luochen. You Wait, there should be news in a few days."

Ji Che pondered for a moment: "Don't wait, you go and clean up right away, and come with me to Luochen."

Guo Zichen was taken aback for a moment: "Young master, do you want to find Miss Murong in person?"

"It's not all about looking for her. What you just said is right. There are many obstacles for our people to act in Juze, and this matter must be resolved as soon as possible. I don't want to judge the behavior of the old gang leader, but there is a problem with the Hongshui Gang. , I can't sit idly by."

"What the young master said is true." Thinking of the demeanor of the previous gang leader Ji Mang, Guo Zichen couldn't help feeling a little emotional.

"Of course, it's also to see that Murong Qi won't get into trouble again."

"..."

After hesitating for a moment, Guo Zichen said what he had been pondering in his mind for a long time: "Actually, Miss Murong is so good at martial arts, and she is so smart, so nothing will happen to her. You don't have to worry about it, the young master, on the contrary, it's the eldest lady..."

Seeing that he hesitated to speak, Ji Che asked, "What's wrong with Xiaoci?"

"Actually, Missy is already here this year. At the end of last year, Xiao Lingdang, the maid who served her since she was a child, also married. Little Bell is one year younger than Missy." Looking at Ji Che's expression, he felt a little bit in his heart. perturbed.But these words have been hidden in his heart for a long time. Whenever someone asked about Ji Ci's marriage, he saw her forced smile and felt very sorry for her.So even if the other party is the boss, you still have to say what should be said.

"Young master, don't blame me for meddling in other people's business. It's just that the girl's skin is too thin to ask in person. Those old people in the elders' house have also mentioned to me many times in private. Miss is such a good girl, young master, you can't... you can't Just keep delaying her like this..."

After stumbling, it was finally finished.

Ji Che frowned, lowered his head to think for a moment, then raised his head again: "You mean, I should give Xiao Ci an explanation, don't you?"

"So... that's fine." Guo Zichen burst into tears silently, shouldn't you say, "Sure, I'll hire you tomorrow"?

Ji Che began to think again. This time, he was silent for a long time before he spoke, "Xiao Guo, what if I say you can't marry Xiaoci?"

Guo Zichen was taken aback, and blurted out: "Young Master, you can't, you're... you're just throwing yourself away!"

Ji Che frowned: "Nonsense, where did the 'beginning' and 'end' come from?"

Guo Zichen could no longer care about the cold sweat on his forehead, and said seriously: "Although the old gang leader didn't say anything before leaving, the whole Hongshui gang knows that the eldest lady will marry the young master in the future. So these years, Even though there are many young disciples in the gang who secretly love the eldest lady, no one dares to propose marriage. If the young master says not to marry now, how will the eldest lady behave in the future?"

"So serious?" Ji Che was stunned for a moment, and had to admit that he was all focused on the affairs of the gang, and never considered the details of the love between his children.

"Of course! For a girl's family, fame is more important than anything else!" Guo Zichen was quite helpless. The young master of his family was good at everything, but in dealing with girls, he didn't even learn [-]% of Mr. Jiu's skills.

Ji Che frowned like this, and didn't speak for a long time.

Guo Zichen waited anxiously, and had an idea: "In this case, why don't the young master ask the eldest lady what she thinks?"

Ji Che nodded this time: "What you said is that I was negligent. This matter should indeed be made clear earlier."

Seeing his back walking across the courtyard towards Ji Ci's courtyard, Guo Zichen let out a long breath.All he could do was stop there, the girl he had watched grow up, as long as she could get happiness, he would be at ease.

When Ji Che walked into Ji Ci's yard full of flowers of various colors, she was sitting under a large clump of pink roses embroidering flowers, the soft sunlight fell on her drooping eyelashes and fair face, her skin was almost transparent, The slender neck is slightly bent, making it even more demure and gentle.

He remembered Guo Zichen's words - "Although there are many young disciples in the gang who secretly admire the eldest lady, no one dares to propose marriage" - the little girl who tugged on his clothes and timidly called "Brother" turned out to be a long time ago Has reached the age to marry.

Hearing the sound of footsteps, Ji Ci raised his head, saw him, and immediately smiled: "Brother, are you looking for me?"

Ji Che nodded, sat down opposite her, and asked straightforwardly, "Xiao Ci, do you have a sweetheart?"

Ji Ci's hand trembled, and the embroidery needle immediately pricked her fingertips. She hurriedly pressed the wound, her cheeks blushed, and said in a low voice, "I..."

"I" for a while, but couldn't say anything.

Ji Che asked again: "Then, have you thought about getting married?"

This time, her head was lower, her face was redder, and there was still only the word "I" hovering in her mouth softly.

She didn't answer the two questions in a row. Ji Che felt helpless, thought for a moment, and said, "If you have someone you like, you don't need to hide it. Just tell me, and I will definitely make the decision for you."

Ji Ci was stunned for a moment, then whispered: "I didn't..."

"If not, I will pay attention to those men with clean family background and good character for you. You can tell me what conditions you have, and I will also tell the disciples in the gang another day. If you feel that you are worthy of you, I will will give them a chance."

Ji Ci stared blankly at him, the finger pricked by the needle trembled uncontrollably, the tiny tingling pain seemed to be magnified several times, and it reached his heart.

She said with difficulty: "Brother, I... I don't want to marry someone else."

"Xiao Ci, every girl's family needs to get married. You are my younger sister, and everyone says that an older brother is like a father. I should have been in charge of your marriage. It's all my fault that it's been delayed for so long." Ji Che said Standing up, she turned around and walked out of the courtyard, "I came here to ask you these things, you should tell me after you have made up your mind, don't worry, I will definitely not let you be wronged."

"Wait...wait a minute."

A slightly trembling but firm voice sounded behind him, Ji Che paused, and asked casually, "What's wrong?"

As soon as the words fell, a soft and warm body was pressed against her back. The top of her head only reached his chest. At this moment, her hands were wrapped around his waist from behind. flirtatious.

"I don't want to marry anyone else, I just want to marry you. Brother Che, you have always been the only person Xiaoci wants to marry!"

Suppressing the choked voice, it was even more miserable.

Ji Che lowered his head and looked at those small palms. It was only at this moment that he belatedly realized that what Guo Zichen asked him to verify in person was not whether she wanted to get married, but who she wanted to marry.

What a gentle and introverted girl she is, he has always known how much courage and determination it takes to make her say such things.

But...Damn it, besides being moved, he felt more embarrassed.

"Xiaoci, listen to me—" He pushed her hand away and turned around, "Although the old gang leader never mentioned it to her face, I, like those uncles in the gang, have always thought that I would marry you in the future. Maybe you think the same way, that's why you haven't paid attention to others..."

Ji Ci just shook his head, tears falling down.

"Don't cry, listen to me—in the past, since I believed it was you, I would definitely accept your wishes. But now, I have someone in my heart that I can't let go of. Before I figured out what I wanted, I I can't marry you, it's not fair to you. So, I don't want to delay you, you should find a man who treats you wholeheartedly. "

Ji Ci's thin shoulders slumped a little bit, the truth that he was so scared, so afraid to hear, finally came out of his mouth.Yes, he has always been such a frank person. He doesn't know how to be roundabout or tactful.He said that there was someone he couldn't let go of in his heart, and she knew it a long time ago... Why did he still say those things, why did he still humiliate himself?
"Is it... Sister Qiqi?"

He hesitated for a moment, then nodded slightly.

Ji Ci reached out and wiped the tears on his face indiscriminately, took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind, he smiled slightly: "It's okay, I'll wait for you, until you figure it out."

Ji Che was taken aback for a moment: "Xiaoci, you don't have to be like this."

"Sister Qiqi... told me in private that she already has someone she likes, so I still have a chance, so I won't give up so easily." Like the little girl who used to be by his side acting like a spoiled child, she turned towards her He stuck out his tongue playfully, "Brother, you must figure it out quickly, I'll wait for you to come back."

"..."

Now that it's all said and done, what else can he do?He's really not good at things like feelings - for Xiao Ci, he has always tried his best to protect and love her, but there is only one Murong Qi in this world, which makes him itch with hatred.

He is not reconciled either, he must ask her to give an explanation!

Thinking of what Ji Ci just said "she already has someone she likes", he just felt a little irritated, and he said "silly girl" in a low voice, then stopped talking and strode towards his yard.

When he walked away, Ji Ci sat down dejectedly, only feeling empty and tense in his heart.

The young master said——"Let him marry you no matter what, only marry you, and only listen to your words."

However, it is really difficult.

She looked at the blue sky in the distance, if... If only the young master could take Qi Qi away and never come back...

Ji Che walked back with a displeased expression on his face. Just as he was about to enter the house, an anxious voice came over.

"Young master, young master, something serious happened!"

"Stop." He stopped Guo Zichen, who was running fast, with one hand, "What's the matter, speak slowly."

"I just received a letter from the Luochen sub-rudder." Guo Zichen said while panting, "Last night, there was a fire in Luocen's Fengyue place, and a large number of county guards surrounded it until the early morning. After many inquiries from the sub-rudder brothers, Only then did I learn that the owner of the Flower Picking Building is actually the leader of the Yonghe Army, a descendant of the Feng family!"

"continue."

"The cause of this matter is said to be internal strife in the Yonghe army. Two elders joined Dayou, and the other two Jiafeng landlords supported the descendants of the Juze royal family—some of the sub-duo brothers were in Juze County Guards. I was on duty in the army, and I saw the besieged people in Jiehualou that night, among them was a woman with high martial arts, according to the description, she looked like Miss Murong."

Hearing this, Ji Che couldn't help cursing in a low voice.

"Besides, this is my own guess—" Guo Zichen handed over the letter in his hand to Ji Che to have a look, "Does the young master feel that the person who defended Miss Murong mentioned in this letter is the same as Feng You?" Is the Palace Master Feng Yuan very similar?"

Ji Che glanced at ten lines, and immediately saw that sentence - "White jade mask covers the face, looks elegant, white clothes, about seven feet in length."

Such a person, it is difficult to find a second one.

Some fragmentary, seemingly unrelated fragments suddenly emerged one by one in my mind.

——The orphan of the Juze royal family was discovered in the old capital of Luocen, and at the same time the Yonghe army who had been dormant for many years appeared.

——The owner of Jiehualou is the leader of the Yonghe Army, and half of the Yonghe Army supported the descendants of the Juze royal family.

——Murong Qi's letter to Ji Ci said that he wanted to travel south of the Yangtze River with his friends;

——Murong Qi once told Ji Ci in private that she already has someone she likes.

——Murong Qi and Feng Yuan both appeared in the fire scene where the county guards suppressed and killed the Yonghe army.

——Murong Qi's ex-husband was the last eldest son of Ju Ze.

……

He slammed his fist on the door.

"Xiao Guo, follow me to Luochen, immediately!"

(End of this chapter)