Mountains and rivers fall into red

Chapter 45 Fragrant Ink (7)
That day when he sent Xiuxiu out of the palace, Shen Buyu waited outside the palace, when he saw Xiuxiu half awake and half dazed, frightened, he took Xiuxiu away in a hurry.Xiao Hao was worried and followed closely.

Xiuxiu wakes up leisurely, sees Shen Buyu, his mood is extremely unstable, and he bursts into tears hysterically.At this time, the second wife, Liu Rulan, also rushed over upon hearing the news. She changed her usual gentle and stable appearance, hugged Xiuxiu and cried, "No one should stop her! Let her cry as fast as she can! Poor child!"

She pointed at Shen Buyu and suddenly scolded him.And Shen Buyu stood there in embarrassment, without the majesty of a prime minister at all, talking in detail, trying to explain something.

With the Shen family making such a mess, Xiao Hao wanted to retreat, but just as he left the house, he heard Xiuxiu's hoarse cry: "You are not my father! My father is dead! He died two years ago!"

Xiao Hao finally understood.

He couldn't help but think of her appearance when he saw her for the first time. She was young and pure, with a clean smile, and lowered her brows in fear and trepidation in front of Shen Buyu. How would she know that this person was her biological father?
He felt sorry for her again, staring at the silhouette by the window in a daze, his eyes were moist as he watched.

Liu Rulan and Xin Yang stepped in quickly, facing Xiao Hao's blessing, Liu Rulan said softly: "Your Highness, the palace is urgent, you should go back quickly."

Xiao Hao didn't care, just smiled slightly: "It's okay. The third brother is the one who got married, and they all revolve around him, it doesn't matter if I'm here or not. And there's a sad person here, isn't there?"

"Your Highness is kind and gentle. Please don't worry about Xiuxiu. A sad person will heal one day. Family love is family love after all. A broken bone connects a tendon."

Xin Yang muttered beside him: "It was my father who was wrong. He wanted to get married to the royal family, so he took Xiuxiu home. Otherwise, how would I know I have a younger sister?"

"Shut up! Don't you think the incident is not big enough?" Liu Rulan turned to reprimand her son.

Xiao Hao also said sternly: "I am an outsider, so I shouldn't interfere in it, but I have to say a few words for Xiuxiu. With Master Shen's current status, even if there are many scandals and unofficial history outside, he can openly accept Xiuxiu." Come on, who can do anything to get him? It is only because the third brother has prejudiced against Mr. Shen since he was a child, and Mr. Shen deliberately concealed the real relationship between father and daughter. No matter who the third brother marries as the prince and concubine, once he knows the truth, he will hate Mr. Shen even more What happened to Xiuxiu was all due to Mr. Shen's selfishness."

Liu Rulan blushed when she heard this, she smiled uncomfortably, and finally defended her husband: "The emperor has three palaces and six courtyards. It is impossible for me to prevent the prime minister from marrying a concubine and having children. This happened so suddenly, no one expected it." No, the master is already embarrassing enough for this, and he can't help himself! What else can you say?"

Speaking of this, she felt aggrieved, and silently wiped away her tears: "Xiuxiu's life experience is known, so she doesn't have to keep her head down in the Shen family, it's a bad thing that has become a good thing."

Xin Yang supported Liu Rulan and softly comforted her mother.

Xiao Hao was also indescribably helpless.Looking up, I saw the afterglow of the setting sun seeping into the long window, in the light and shadow, Xixiu was still sitting quietly.A feeling of sadness flashed through his heart, and he said a very polite sentence: "Thank you Mrs. Shen, I will come back later." After finishing speaking, he waved his hands and left.

When he arrived at the palace, a grand and solemn wedding ceremony was about to be held.There are bright red silk flowers on the beams of the colored decoration hall, and the whole palace is green and sparse, and it is extremely luxurious.Emperor Liang, Empress, Concubine Rong, concubines, wives, princes and ministers all gathered together, wearing pure clothes and skirts, flower hairpins and phoenix crowns, all filled with joy.

Xiao Kui wears a golden flower on top, a big red robe with a jade belt, and a red silk on his chest. He looks rich and conspicuous in the past.When he saw Xiao Hao, he walked over with a gait, grabbed him, and said with a smile, "Okay, where did you go? You came here so late, be careful that I won't spare you."

"Third brother is the groom's official tonight, so don't be greedy." Xiao Hao replied with a smile.

The two brothers congratulated each other with fists, and then went to Emperor Liang to greet him.The eldest prince Xiao Shao sat among the younger siblings, pulled Xiao Hao aside, and couldn't hide his excitement: "Fourth brother, let's have a good drink tonight. Next time, I'll drink yours!"

Xiao Hao sat down and caught a glimpse of Shen Buyu among the ministers.Shen Buyu's expression didn't change, but his smile was very stiff.Xiao Hao raised his lips slightly, glanced at Shen Buyu, and turned away indifferently.

When the time came, the gold-plated lotus lanterns were set off one after another, and the sky above the palace was as bright as day.Lily incense was burning in the cauldron, and the cigarette curled up like a thin gauze dancing in the air.Accompanied by the smiling faces of the people, a perfect and magnificent wedding ceremony began.

The firecrackers were set off all the way amidst the chorus of the deacon palace people.I saw flags, gongs and umbrella fans clearing the way, and the wedding sedan chair came in from a distance from the palace gate amidst the noise of gongs and drums.The watching crowd became agitated, and the princes and princesses began to encourage Xiao Kui: "Third brother, hurry down and marry the bride."

Xiao Kui stood under the colorful colors and glanced at his father. Emperor Liang stroked his beard and laughed.Xiao Kui pulled the corner of his mouth, raised his hand, and said loudly: "Bring the bow and arrow!"

Some palace servants presented the prepared Kowloon bow long ago, and Xiao Kui took three red arrows. The wedding sedan in front had just stepped over the charcoal brazier. Door.

Everyone applauded in unison, thunderous applause and cheers.

As soon as the wedding sedan chair landed, the lively crowd surrounded Xiao Kui and walked down the red carpeted chimney.The palace lanterns shine and flow like pearls, unfolding a colorful scroll depicting the royal wealth.At this time, Xiao Kui stretched out a hand towards the inside of the sedan chair and smiled.

This smile is as radiant as the spring breeze blowing willows.

Zheng Yizhen, the new third princess, came out of the wedding sedan chair.I couldn't see her expression under the red hijab, but I could only see the gold-sprinkled bridal gown embroidered with the Zhai bird pattern, like the gorgeous sunset glow in the sky, burning everyone's eyes.Xiao Kui led her and walked slowly, the continuous flames cast their shadows on the red felt, at that moment, the world seemed to be quiet.

Royal wedding ceremonies are always cumbersome, Xiao Kui leads the bride into the main hall, and walks towards the Emperor Liang, Empress, and Concubine Rong, singing and laughing again...

Xiao Hao still stood on the red chimney, watching all this silently.In a vague way, he seemed to see Xiuxiu's face shrouded in happiness under the red hijab, which appeared in his eyes like a sparkle, and then gradually blurred.

It was cool and dewy in the Suxin Courtyard, and Xiuxiu's figure stood alone in the dark night, her clothes fluttered and fluttered in the wind.She silently looked in the direction of the palace, a teardrop ran across her clear cheek.

Someone entered the yard, and she heard Yan Xi softly calling "Second Madam".

Liu Rulan walked in front of Xiuxiu silently, her fingers were slightly cold, and gently held her.The two sat side by side, silent to each other.

Xiuxiu looked sideways, and saw Liu Rulan's temples were black and shiny, separated by fragrant red, the pearl necklace on her head was swaying in the wind, her face was as white as cream, and there were thin crow's feet at the corners of her eyes.She won't be older than Concubine Rong, right?They must have been beautiful when they were young.

"Go back, I'm fine." She said softly.

Liu Rulan was silent for a while, then sighed, "Actually, I can't sleep these few days, and I want to have a good talk with you. I'm not feeling well about this, master..."

Speaking of "Master", she seemed to be sighing, but it was inaudible.

"I don't want to talk about him." Xiuxiu was annoyed and turned her face away.

But Liu Rulan made up her mind and said to herself: "When I was young, although my father held a high position, the family rules were very strict. The master was his father's favorite, and he made an oath in front of the emperor. I have always admired the master's talent, So I readily agreed to be him as a concubine. At the time when Liang was first established, the master was promoted to the prime minister soon, and it lasted for 20 years. After my father passed away, the family was in decline. Fortunately, I had the master to rely on, so this came true. According to my father, power is the most important thing, once you let go, nothing is yours anymore."

After listening, Xiuxiu sneered, and there was a little sarcasm in his flat voice: "So, in order to secure his position, he gave Concubine Rong to the emperor. In order not to betray his promise and be scolded by others, he knew that my mother was pregnant. So I tried to get her to marry my father. You said, did my father make up what he did to my mother before? Is the purpose to make me give up and never go back to Mengmao County?"

Knowing the truth, she was extremely angry, and there was hatred in her heart, which penetrated into her bones little by little.She has been irritated too many times, on this sad night, it doesn't matter to vent again.

"Don't be suspicious, child. I understand your mood at this time. However, the situation at that time, the master couldn't help himself."

Liu Rulan also had unresolved resentment in her eyes, and said eloquently: "Since I married the master, he has always been very kind to me. I thought I had found happiness, a man I could rely on for life. Speaking of Concubine Rong, that Before I got married, I wouldn't be jealous. Your mother was not well-known in the Shen family. Although I hated her at the time, I also regarded her as a poor woman. When the master mentioned that he wanted to recognize you as his goddaughter, he spoke from his heart , I was reluctant at first. When you appeared, your eyes looked so much like your mother, and I always felt a little uneasy. Since the master and your mother acted impulsively, that's all. .Now I know that the master has taken a fancy to your mother, but your mother looks like Concubine Rong. He has an unforgettable old love. In this life, Concubine Rong is the knot in his heart!"

Having said this, Liu Rulan's heart was full of regret and sorrow, she tried her best to hold back the tears rolling in her eyes, her body was trembling uncontrollably.Xiuxiu sadly called "Ma'am", and Liu Rulan's unbearable tears finally rolled down.

"My father forgot a word, power can be bound, but can you bind a man's heart for a long time? As women, we are washed away, and we are alone. We live helplessly like this. In front of you, what else can you fight for? Child, this is fate, whether you accept it or not. It is also your luck that you were born in a wealthy family."

Xiuxiu's tears had stopped, but instead she comforted Liu Rulan: "I know that the second lady still hurts Xiuxiu here. You cried in front of me and told me so much, how could I not know your goodness?" What about hard work? Don't worry, I will stay here."

She stood up, lifted the hem of her clothes and knelt down in front of Liu Rulan, and kowtowed deeply three times.

Liu Rulan helped Xiuxiu up, and helped her brush off the dust on her skirt. A relieved smile appeared on the corner of her mouth: "Son, you can stay here in peace. We have a close relationship, and you are my own daughter. Master is you anyway." Your biological father, you forgive him, and call him 'Daddy' happily from now on."

After the next few sentences, Xiuxiu was not moved at all. She shook her head and said lightly: "Did he really think about me and my mother after all these years? He considers others because they can be used by him. This kind of selfishness Self-interested people, what qualifications do you have to be my father?"

Liu Rulan understood that she couldn't force her for a while, so she just smiled and said, "I feel more at ease when you promise to stay. The days will be long, and people and things in this world will no longer care about you, so you will be willing to call him."

Then she comforted her a few more words, she was very tired, supported by Cui Hong, she left the hospital and left.

The leak in the palace was deep, and there was faint music coming from a distance, and the wedding ceremony had come to an end.

At this moment, Xiao Hao reappeared in the Juxin Courtyard.

Holding a jug of imperial wine in his hand, he smiled at Xiuxiu, "I'm so drunk with this wine, do you dare to drink a few glasses?" Then, he put the wine bottle on the stone table and poured the wine slowly.The courtyard was filled with the sweet and honeyed aroma of wine, which suddenly stimulated Xiuxiu's breathing.She looked at it in surprise, and unconsciously, a beautiful smile appeared on her cool face.

She took it carefully, took a sip lightly, her eyes were full of joy.

"When I was young, my dad liked to drink a few sips at night. If people don't grow up, they will have no worries and be satisfied easily."

"It would have been nice if we had known each other at that time and had no worries." Xiao Hao hoped to rest.

Suddenly, the blue-black sky shone brightly, and countless golden "peonies" bloomed in the sky.Immediately afterwards, the words "wealth and prosperity" and "kylin giving birth" appeared in front of their eyes, as if thousands of trees and flowers were blooming, like rain and butterflies.

Xiuxiu looked up at the sky, her entire face was dyed by the colorful purples and reds in front of her eyes, and the brilliance changed in the eyes that were enduring the pain.

"I really didn't expect to see such a beautiful scene when I came back this time." She laughed at herself.

Xiao Hao also smiled wryly: "I didn't think of it either...no one thought of it."

"The wedding in the palace is really lively, it must be very interesting, right?" Xiuxiu said softly.

"Don't think about others, think more about your own future, okay?"

"You're right, live for yourself." She said indifferently.

Xiao Hao seemed to understand what she was thinking at this time, her eyes lost their agility, and desolation appeared, and her innocent smile was hidden in the boundless bleakness.Her appearance made his heart ache, so he said seriously: "Promise me one thing."

Xiuxiu looked at him, listened to his voice, and smiled slightly: "I know what you are going to say."

As if overnight, she has become more transparent.

He still stubbornly said: "I will go back to Huanyi in two days, and I don't know when I will meet again. Promise me, when we meet again, you will still be the same Xixiu who has no worries, be happy Hugh."

After a moment of silence, she nodded solemnly.This was the first time she had promised him like this. His smile gradually deepened, and he suddenly reached out to her and hugged her fiercely.

She put her head on his shoulder, closed her eyes, and didn't move.

In the past 17 years, the real life has just begun, and a first love has passed by like a surprise.Fate is so manipulative, unable to earn or resist, will the days to come be so bleak and colorless?Can you still smell the light fragrance of gardenia?

Candlelight is everywhere, and the shady green trees are undercurrents floating under the reflection of fireworks.When the wind blows, pieces of fallen flowers are floating, carrying fragrance and dust, blowing the ground full of residual red.

(End of this chapter)