Rebirth: The Gatekeeper

Coming out of Tianxiang Building, Bei Tangjin pedaled slowly, still suspicious in her heart, just now Feng Xitang and Hua Jianyue were just chatting casually, and did not make things difficult for her, which made her very surprised, Feng Xitang was really just Want to treat her to dinner?Is it that simple?This doesn't seem like the man's style of acting.

After returning to Beitang Mansion, Beitang Feng told Wang Yuanxiang about today's events in detail, Wang Yuanxiang smiled and said: "Bei Tangjin is Ah Feng's older sister, she has taken care of you since she was a child, so she trusts you very much, how can Ah Feng be so heartbroken?" Are you suspicious?"

Bei Tangfeng was always worried, as if there was something unusual, but thinking about it carefully, Bei Tangjin had always trusted him very much, so he probably wouldn't doubt him, not to mention that he didn't show any flaws.

Bei Tangru listened to Bei Tangfeng's words just now, covered her lips and smiled, with three parts of sarcasm and seven parts of comfort, said: "Mother, brother has never done such a heartless thing, so I feel guilty!"

Wang Yuanxiang gave Bei Tangru a blank look, and said, "What's wrong? We just want to get rid of the stumbling block!"

Bei Tangfeng heard the words, glanced at Bei Tang Ru, and said: "A Ru is right, I am indeed a little guilty, after all, I have been in the border for so many years, and she has taken care of me for food and clothing." He said suddenly He lowered his head, but although he was a little guilty, it was only for a moment, and he quickly returned to normal.

Wang Yuanxiang said: "Why is Ah Feng doing this? When the time comes when the family is formally separated, she may not give up the title to you. Therefore, there is destined to be a life-and-death struggle between you. Isn't it useless for you to sigh now?" of?"

Bei Tangfeng said: "Ah Feng, mother, there is one more important thing to tell mother today, that is, King Ming and Qi Guogong also have contacts with Bei Tang Jin. Look, what is going on?"

Hearing this, Wang Yuanxiang frowned and thought for a while, then said, "Bei Tangjin is as beautiful as a fairy, and King Ming has always liked beautiful women. Alright!" King Ming is deeply loved by His Majesty, if even King Ming is on Bei Tang Jin's side, then it will be extremely difficult for them to get rid of Bei Tang Jin!

She thought for a moment, and said: "Even if we can't assassinate, there is a better way. I don't believe that Princess Yongchang will have sex with a woman with a bad reputation." When she said this, the sharpness in her eyes Bi Lu was extremely ruthless.

When Bei Tangru heard this, she covered her lips and smiled. The plan this time was a series of tricks, tailor-made for Bei Tangjin. Even if she was a god, she might not be able to escape this disaster!

At this time, Bei Tangjin was writing on the case table, her mind was a little confused, she was silently writing the "Heart Sutra".

Recently, there are always some things that make her unable to sort out the clues, one is Feng Xitang, did he hear the conversation between her and Feng Chen?What's more, what's the purpose of the forces behind Feng Xitang?He is just an idle prince, why did His Majesty send him so many people?Coupled with the 40 troops in Hua Jianyue's hands, it is enough to launch a palace coup, or...

Could it be that……

Thinking of this, she suddenly stopped writing, feeling horrified in her heart, could it be that Feng Xitang was the power left by His Majesty to protect the First Prince?But now His Majesty is suspicious, can he trust Feng Xitang so much?If not for this reason, what is it?

Bei Tangjin racked her brains for a while, and suddenly felt a little pain in her brain, but it was Xia Sha who caused her headache even more.Yesterday Ling Shuang reported that Xia Sha was planning to do something to her when she came this time, and she wanted to kill her.

But, with her wisdom, she won't use martial arts anymore, right?Besides, in terms of martial arts, she is indeed far behind me!It won't be able to catch up in a year or so, then, there is already a perfect plan!Xia Sha is the princess of Mandala Kingdom, what method will she use to deal with herself?

Bei Tangjin shook her head. Although she had some understanding of Xia Sha's temperament, she had a perverse personality and was unrestrained, and she couldn't figure out her thoughts for a moment.

After a long while, she raised her head from the table again. In a few days, it will be grandma's birthday. Let's pass this hurdle first, and then think about other things.She thought like this, rubbed the center of her brows, and suddenly felt extremely tired, which was more exhausting than fighting a tough battle. She met an opponent this time, a competition of mind and endurance, and she didn't know if she would handle it .

Bei Tangjin was thinking about something. At this moment, Qiu Rong came in from the outside, looked at Bei Tangjin's exhausted face, and comforted him: "Miss should have a good rest these days. Be busy for a while."

Bei Tangjin nodded, and said: "I see, you should also have a good rest." She said that she was about to remove her make-up and cleanse her face, but Qiu Rong's face was a bit ugly, and said: "Miss, why don't you What happened to the people assigned by Madam?"

But Bei Tangjin smiled, took the silk handkerchief from Qiurong's hand to clean his hands, and said, "You have been with me for so many years, I believe in you, and you will not disappoint me."

"But, Miss!" Qiu Rong hesitated to speak.

Bei Tangjin looked at her with raised eyebrows, and asked, "Why, don't you have confidence in yourself?"

Qiurong said frankly: "These people sent by Madam are all elites who have been trained for several years. Qiurong is really worried that there will be omissions, so..."

Bei Tangjin shook her head and said, "Why are you so scared? This is not like you!"

Qiu Rong has been with her for so many years, and she has long been able to be alone. She doesn't need to worry at all, but the other party is obviously not confident enough in herself.

"Miss, servant girl..." Qiu Rong was still very embarrassed.

Bei Tangjin sighed, and said, "Forget it, since that's the case, you can tell me the situation in the mansion recently."

Qiu Rong told the secret actions of the maidservants and wives sent by Wang Yuanxiang, and Bei Tangjin listened carefully, nodded from time to time and said, "You've done a good job."

"However, miss, although the servant girl grew up in the Beitang family, but after so many years at the border, it is inevitable that she has neglected the affairs of these inner houses, and I am afraid..." Qiu Rong became more and more worried as she spoke.

But Bei Tangjin said: "Although you are not very clear about these things, after the mother's teaching, you must have firmly remembered them by now!" When Bei Tangjin entered the palace, he brought Qiu Rong in, and asked Princess Yongchang's nanny taught her some rules and regulations in the palace and the inner house. With Qiurong's hard work and intelligence, she should have kept it in her heart by now. Why is she so uneasy?

"But..." Qiu Rong was still very worried. Her eyelids had been twitching for the past few days, worrying that she would hurt Bei Tangjin because of her negligence.

Bei Tangjin comforted: "Okay, I understand, I will watch you from behind, lest you worry all day long."

After hearing this, Qiu Rong felt relieved, nodded, and retreated after grooming Bei Tang Jin.

After a nap the next day, Bei Tangjin was called to the study by Bei Tangxun. When she arrived, Beitangfeng and Beitangxun seemed to have been talking for a while.

Seeing Bei Tangjin in a snow-colored robe, Bei Tangxun was stunned for a moment, his face was a little stiff, Bei Tangjin knew that Bei Tangxun thought of her mother, and her mother liked snow-colored clothes and plum blossoms the most when she was alive. The robe she is wearing today is embroidered with plum blossoms.

Bei Tangjin lowered her eyes, pretending she didn't see Bei Tang Xun's expression, prostrated herself prostratingly, and said, "A Jin pays homage to my father."

It was only for a moment that his expression was stiff, Bei Tangxun quickly returned to his usual serious expression, but when he saw Bei Tangjin, he was a little bit happy. His daughter is smart and cautious, and she is a hundred times stronger than a man. There is such a daughter , he is proud of himself, especially when someone mentions it, although he is humble on the face, he is extremely proud in his heart.

"I have something for my father today, and I want to hear your opinion." Bei Tangxun went straight to the point.

Bei Tangjin respectfully said: "Father, please tell me." While speaking, she had already sat down beside Bei Tangfeng, casually picked up the teacup on the table, and took a sip.

Bei Tangxun said: "How does Ah Jin see the current political situation in the court?"

Bei Tang Jinxiu frowned, thought for a moment, and said cautiously: "My daughter feels that the current political situation is stable, and the forces among the various families are very balanced."

Hearing the words, Bei Tang Xun shook his head and said, "A Jinming knows that's not what I'm asking for my father. My father wants to ask, what do you think of the princes in the court?"

Bei Tangjin's brows deepened. It's just that she is a woman and shouldn't discuss these important matters in the court. However, Bei Tangxun has always raised her as a son. Moreover, with her military achievements, if Bei Tangxun has any marquis in the future, It will also be passed on to her, so she will not shy away from it, and said bluntly, "Could it be..." When she was speaking, she carefully observed Bei Tangxun's expression.

Bei Tang Xun just likes Bei Tang Jin, and his nerves are extremely sharp. He said: "The seventh prince and the fifth prince have both found fathers, and promised fathers important positions in the court."

Bei Tangjin shook her head and said, "But, the candidate that His Majesty prefers is the Eldest Prince Fengying, father, why..."

"You're right. Your Majesty does want to pass on the throne to the First Prince, but if Fengying is good at playing the piano and painting, if you make him the emperor, I'm afraid she might not be as good as the fifth prince, Fengzhen."

Bei Tangjin knew that Feng Zhen must have promised Bei Tang Xun an extremely important position in the court, otherwise, he would not be so shaken.

It's just that she wasn't going to help Bei Tangxun, and she didn't want to say anything substantive. She just said: "The strength of the Duke of Rongguo is comparable to that of the Duke of Xinguo. My daughter thinks that father should wait and see for a while."

After hearing this, Bei Tang Xun finally sighed, and said: "As a father, I naturally know that I must choose the best, but when the dust settles, it will be too late to choose. ?”

Bei Tangjin nodded and said, "It's my daughter who is dull."

It was because he was worried that he would miss the best opportunity that Bei Tangxun was so sad and bored, not knowing how to make a choice. However, calling Bei Tangjin here did not help him, but made him even more worried.

However, he turned around and said: "Father heard that you have been in contact with King Ming recently, but is it true?

Bei Tangjin knew that Bei Tangxun would ask about this matter. After all, King Ming was someone everyone wanted to win over, and Bei Tangxun just had the same thoughts as other officials.

Bei Tang Jin said: "His Royal Highness King Ming sometimes goes to Yumiao Palace to study piano scores with Princess Yongchang, so my daughter has the honor to talk to her a few times." What she said was indeed the truth. Now, therefore, there is no loophole in her saying this.

However, Bei Tang Xun was somewhat disappointed when he heard the words, and said: "Ming Wang is acting like a thief, has a perverse temperament, and is elusive. Ah Jin must deal with it carefully." Ming Wang is notoriously fond of making things difficult for others.

One year, King Ming attended the Empress Dowager's birthday, and a military officer gave the Empress Dowager a picture of Magu's birthday present. The King of Ming saw it and asked him how to explain the meaning of the picture.

The military officer didn't expect Feng Xitang to ask him, and he just heard people say that this picture was made by Ren Fan of the previous dynasty himself, and it is already extremely rare at this time, so it is very precious, and he bought it with great difficulty Yes, his counselor told him that if this picture is given to the Empress Dowager as a birthday gift, the Empress Dowager will be very happy, because the Empress Dowager likes Ren Fan's painting style very much, delicate and vivid.

The military officer didn't know the implication of this picture of Magu offering her birthday, so he said, "This picture is a good one for birthday celebrations."

The emperor, concubines, and courtiers were all present, and everyone burst into laughter when they heard the words, but the military officer couldn't figure it out, what was wrong with his answer?

Back then, there was a little princess who was clever and loved by the emperor. She was still young, but she was educated by the royal family, so she was very smart. She told the general: "What you said is not wrong, it's just that the lips of a donkey don't match the horse. Just mouth!"

The military officer was unresponsive and was still puzzled. Seeing the puzzlement on his face, everyone laughed uncontrollably.

Feng Xitang asked him again, "Who is the woman in this picture, where is she from, and where is she cultivating Taoism?"

The military officer didn't answer the question just now, and when this question came out, he was even more confused, shaking his head and saying he didn't know.

Feng Xitang then said: "This king asked you three questions, but you shook your head and didn't know what to do, what should I do?" He smiled gracefully as he spoke.

Later, the allusion of "one question and three unknowns" changed into a meaning, implying that a person is stupid and stupefied, but doesn't know anything.

After this incident, this military officer was often ridiculed by others, and other officials did not dare to offend King Ming, for fear that if the other party was unhappy, he would become like this military officer. Therefore, seeing King Ming's bicycle frame on the street, If you want to give way three feet away, if you meet King Ming in the palace, you have to salute from a long distance, for fear of being called disrespectful by King Ming, all the time, from the prince to the ministers in the court, everyone is afraid of King Ming, so always To this day, when mentioning King Ming, it is always fear and worry.

Therefore, when Bei Tangxun reminded Bei Tangjin in this way, he really cared about the other party. Naturally, he was also worried that Bei Tangjin would offend King Ming and would cause Beitang House to suffer.

Bei Tangjin said: "Father, please rest assured, my daughter will be careful in her words and deeds, and will not be picked on by others."

Bei Tangxun nodded and said, "Okay, you all go back."

Bei Tangfeng and Bei Tangjin resigned.

When going out, Bei Tangfeng asked Bei Tang Jin: "When will sister give the gift to grandma?"

Bei Tangjin naturally knew that Bei Tangfeng was very worried that she would change her mind midway. After all, that was one of their strategies. If she had really exchanged other gifts, the effect would be very different.

To reassure Bei Tangfeng, Bei Tangjin smiled and said, "It's only been a few days, has Feng'er found a gift for grandma?"

Bei Tangfeng shook his head and said: "I've been out for a few days, but I don't have anything to like, I'd better trouble my sister to take a look for Feng'er."

Bei Tangjin knew that Bei Tangfeng had chosen a gift long ago, and the reason why he said this was to prevent her from knowing what gift he gave, so he said with a look of embarrassment: "Sister also wants to see it for Feng'er, but Recently, Princess Yongchang invited Sister to play chess again, Sister, I am really ashamed of Feng Er."

However, Bei Tangfeng seemed very considerate, and comforted him: "Sister is trying to curry favor with Princess Yongchang for the sake of the Beitang House. How can Feng'er ruin my sister's affairs? Therefore, sister doesn't have to blame herself, besides, Feng'er has grown up. Sister must have confidence in Feng'er!"

Looking at Bei Tangfeng's well-behaved appearance, Bei Tangjin thought, I'm afraid you have already figured out how to destroy the relationship between me and Yongchang, but she was slightly angry in her heart, her face was still soft, and she said softly: "Feng'er has grown up, sister can rest assured."

While the two were talking, a burly general approached and saluted Bei Tangjin, "Zangfeng pays his respects to General Yurong."

But Bei Tangjin said with a smile: "I'm the lady in my boudoir right now, you don't have to salute me anymore."

Zang Feng still shook his head and said: "Although the general is recuperating at home, he is still a general, still the general of Zang Feng."

Bei Tangjin knew that Zang Feng was honest and stubborn, so he smiled and said, "Forget it, just worship if you like."

Zang Feng nodded towards Bei Tang Jin and turned around to enter Bei Tang Xun's study, as if it was an important matter.

Bei Tangjin looked at the back of the other party, and smiled lightly. Bei Tangfeng saw Bei Tangjin laughing suddenly, but he was surprised, and said, "Why are you laughing, sister?"

But Bei Tangjin asked: "What does Feng'er think of Zang Feng?"

Bei Tangfeng didn't know why the other party asked the question, so he said: "Zang Feng has a solid personality, but he is a bit stubborn, and his martial arts are strong, he is a rare general."

Bei Tangjin shook her head with a smile, and said, "Sister, that's not what she asked. What she asked is yes. What if I betroth Su Tao to him?"

Bei Tangfeng suddenly realized, thoughtfully, he said: "Feng'er feels that this person will definitely live up to my sister's entrustment!"

Bei Tangjin nodded, with a rare knowing smile on his face.

However, Bei Tangfeng said so, but he was thinking of another thing. Bei Tangjin wanted to match Su Tao and Zang Feng. If so, he could use it.

"What is Feng'er thinking?" Bei Tang Jin asked softly when he saw Bei Tang Feng thoughtful.

But Bei Tangfeng said with a smile: "Feng'er was thinking, for such an honest and stubborn person, it must be very interesting to meet someone who is as unrestrained as Su Tao!"

Bei Tang Jin's slender finger flicked Bei Tang Feng's forehead, and teased Bei Tang Feng angrily and said, "When you reach the age to discuss marriage, be careful that you will be teased too!"

Bei Tangfeng frowned handsomely, wrinkled his lovely nose together, and said aggrievedly: "Sister is bullying Feng'er again!"

Bei Tangjin shook her head with a smile, comforted her, and said, "Okay, it's my sister's fault, why should you be annoyed?"

Bei Tangfeng finally laughed when he heard the words. At this time, Bei Tangru was standing behind the blooming plum blossoms and saw this scene, and she felt more and more annoyed in her heart. She must tell her mother about it. What Bei Tangfeng said was to deal with Bei Tangjin, but she He clearly saw that he and Bei Tangjin were as close as one person!

Early the next morning, Bei Tangjin went to He Lian's place to pay her respects. At this time, she was alone, and Wang Yuanxiang and others had not yet arrived.

He Lian's face was still as rigid as usual, she got Bei Tangjin up, and then ordered someone to pour tea for Bei Tangjin, before asking: "I heard that you want to betroth Su Tao to General Zangfeng?"

Hearing this, Bei Tangjin showed surprise on his face, and said respectfully, "Ah Jin really has this idea."

He Lian seemed to be in a good mood today, and said: "I heard that Zang Feng is honest and honest, but he is a bit stubborn. As Su Tao, I don't want to wrong her."

In Helian's eyes, Su Tao was just a maidservant, and it was her good fortune to be betrothed to a general.

Bei Tangjin understood Helian's meaning and said, "Grandmother said yes, but Ajin is very puzzled. How did grandma know about this?"

As soon as she finished speaking, Wang Yuanxiang opened the curtain and came in, saying, "Even the little maid who cleans the house knows about this!"

Bei Tangjin understood what the other party meant, and blamed her for being careless in speaking, which made everyone know about it.

Bei Tangjin stood up and bowed to Wang Yuanxiang, saying: "So that's the case, but Ah Jin is bored in the room all day, and doesn't know much about the things outside. But if Su Tao can promise to General Zangfeng, it will be a happy event." , she herself is very willing!"

Bei Tangjin said it very respectfully, but she actually said that Su Tao's promise to Zang Feng was a happy event, even if everyone knew about it, so what?Shouldn't the happy event be that the more people who know about it, the better?

Wang Yuanxiang smiled and said, "A Jin is right, this is a great joy."

After she finished speaking, she saluted, and several people drank tea together. Wang Yuanxiang continued: "Since Su Tao has reached the age of marriage, Ah Jin needs to find someone to teach her the rules, so as not to make mistakes. The Northern Tang family is not strict, and will not discipline the servants anymore."

Bei Tangjin didn't like to listen to Wang Yuanxiang's words, but what the other party said didn't make sense, so she said, "What mother said is true, Ah Jin remembered it!"

At this time, He Lianshi also said: "You have to go to the palace to play chess with Princess Yongchang all day, so teach your mother about this."

Bei Tangjin didn't know why the Helian family had such an idea, and was worried. If Su Tao was handed over to Wang Yuanxiang, wouldn't it hurt Su Tao?How could Wang Yuanxiang teach Su Tao well?

However, when He Lianshi spoke up, Bei Tangjin couldn't refute, so he had to obey, saying: "Grandmother said that mother has been in charge of Zhongju for many years, and there are many experienced old nuns who taught Su Tao to mother. Jin is very relieved, Ah Jin thought, after mother's teaching, even though Su Tao is dull, if he leaves Beitang House, he will definitely not lose the Beitang family's face!"

What she meant was that if Su Tao loses the face of the Beitang family in the future, it would be a matter of Wang Yuanxiang's teaching. Therefore, for this reason, Wang Yuanxiang did not dare to play any tricks.

However, Wang Yuanxiang said: "Ah Jin's mother disagrees with this statement. The so-called master leads the door, and the practice is up to the individual. If Su Tao is really stubborn, the gods will come and it will not help!" It means that I only discipline, As for how much Su Tao could comprehend, it was beyond her control.

*

There are many foreshadowings in this chapter.

[3