Yuan Yi smiled. "That's right, Shengxun. You're the treasure I've found in this lifetime. I can't not cherish you. I still want to hold you in the palm of my hand and love you dearly. " He led Li Yijie out the door as he spoke sweet nothings. From time to time, he would turn back to wave and smile at Xia Shengxun. Li Yijie was displeased. "It's not like we're going on a long journey. Is there a need to look back every few steps? Or are you trying to show off your love in front of me? Then I must congratulate you on your victory. "
Yuan Yi sent Li Yijie to the entrance of the alley. Just as he was about to say goodbye, Li Yijie suddenly said, "Young Master Yuan, I still have the same old question. Xia Shengxun … is she Xueer or not?"
Yuan Yi imitated Li Yijie's tone and said, "Brother Li, I still have the same old answer. Shengxun is not your Xueer. Otherwise, I would never openly steal someone else's love and come here to boast about my victory. " Li Yijie's face reddened. "It's not like that. I just don't understand. How can two completely unrelated people look exactly the same?"
Yuan Yi smiled slightly and took a few steps forward. He seemed to be talking to himself. "The world is so big and full of strange things. I can only teach you to be calm and not stubborn. When I was with Shengxun, I never mixed up their identities. That's because subjective guesses are often the most misleading. Of course, I'm not familiar with Miss Nangong. I can't compare to you who've known her for more than ten years. Perhaps there's some connection between the two. So, think carefully. Apart from their appearances, which part of Shengxun is similar to her? "
Li Yijie was silent for a long time. "Not only do they look exactly the same, but there's also an indescribable feeling. Apart from that, they're really far apart. Could it really be because of first impressions? No matter who she is, she's an extraordinary woman. Otherwise, you've always been free and unrestrained. You wouldn't be so willing to be tied down like this. Men used to be loners and carefree, but once they got married and had a wife and children, the burden on their shoulders would double. You won't be able to rely on your own bravado anymore. "
Yuan Yi laughed bitterly. "Brother Li, why don't you understand? The so-called wandering clouds and wild cranes, the world as their home, are just words to say. You won't understand how lonely it is for a person who is truly drifting without anyone to depend on. All the prosperity and decline, honor and disgrace can only be borne by oneself. Perhaps you don't understand. I was originally a young master from a prestigious family, and I didn't have to worry about food or clothing. So why did I choose this rugged path? Everyone had their own ambitions, and the things they pursued were not the same. Father taught me to read and practice martial arts since I was young, as if there was nothing else in the world other than this. Deprived of all the happiness in life, he carried the heavy responsibility of revitalizing the family, day after day, until he died. If that was the case, wouldn't it be equivalent to being his puppet? As long as he has the silk thread on his hand, he will be able to move. Why should he let me live alone? My value is created by myself, not by him. Even if he couldn't lead others, he should at least have the right to control his own fate, right? . If I can't even get this, how petty and insignificant I am? How can I accomplish anything? Therefore, with this slogan, I ran away from home and wandered the Jianghu alone.
However, if a person stood at the top, they would be too high to be understood by others. Many of their thoughts would be even more incomprehensible. I've seen a lot of mediocre people, but I've also seen some cautious and conscientious people. But when I see them, I don't admire them. On the contrary, I pity them. These people have beautiful fantasies, wholeheartedly climbing up the ladder. But when they reach the top, they realize it's just like 'there's always a mountain higher than the other'. There are many unattainable goals in the world, but many people can't see them clearly. For this reason, they've wasted their entire lives. The gains don't make up for the losses. But as far as I'm concerned, I'd rather give up all martial arts and status and be in the company of those stupid people. At the very least, he doesn't know what tomorrow will bring. He still has hope, even if it's just a tiny bit of extravagant hope. On the other hand, the high and mighty king seems to have everything, but he's lost the goal to pursue. This is the poorest. I want to compete with experts, not because I'm blindly fond of fighting, but because heroes cherish heroes. Perhaps only those who stand at the same height can understand my way of thinking. Just like the frog in the well can't talk to the sea, the summer insect can't talk to the ice, and the scholar can't talk to the Dao. As for the Seven Evil Spirits, I'm very envious of him, but I also sympathize with him. Even if he can really become the most powerful person in the world, between the boundless Heaven and Earth, there are no words in the vast sea, only empty shadows accompany him. I really don't know what is worth pursuing.
The Wayfarer roams the world because there's a wild nature in his heart. He's not satisfied with mediocrity, he longs to wander the world and find something worth cherishing. When he's willing to stop his journey for a woman, then this woman must be his confidante. Sheng Xun is also a special existence like me. To be able to marry her in this life, I'm satisfied. Even if my father points to my nose and scolds me for being a good-for-nothing, as long as I can hold her hand, I'll gladly endure it. "
Li Yijie's face stiffened. Listening to his long-winded speech, he couldn't even get a word in. It seemed like he and he were indeed two people of two different realms. Mocking himself, he said, "That's right, I am the frog in the well you were talking about."
Yuan Yi said, "Knowing full well that you can't do it yet you still do it, that's called persistence. There are pros and cons. For example, in order to follow the Noble Consort Yun by her side, you worked hard to become the Wulin Alliance Leader, and then you got a job in the Palace … Believe me, the unification of the Manchurian Qing is an irresistible trend. Any uprising among the people will not be able to achieve anything in the end. If you can see the current situation clearly, you must always stand firm, don't be swayed by small temptations and small profits. "
Li Yijie's heart was not grateful at all, on the contrary, jealousy rose in his heart. "You are the victor," he mused, "You have successfully married your sweetheart, you should be able to speak sarcastic remarks calmly. If it were you in my position, I wonder if you can still be this confident? "He was not good at concealing it, his words carried some dissatisfaction. As soon as he spoke, he realized his words were too excessive. Embarrassed, he squeezed out another sentence, "I spoke without thinking, I am really sorry. I ask Yuan Gongzi to forgive me. "
Yuan Yi said in his heart, "It's not that you spoke without thinking, it's just that you can't eat the grapes and say the grapes are sour. If I am childish enough to bicker with you, it would be a waste of my Father's many years of cultivation. "His mouth carelessly responded," Naturally, I won't blame Brother Li. But when talking with friends, it's best to leave 30% leeway, because it's hard to predict in advance which sentence will touch other people's taboo. Honest advice is unpleasant to the ear, to an open-minded person, even if they eventually accept it, they won't remember your contribution. Ignorant people won't even listen to half a word. Understanding the truth by oneself will always be more effective than being forced by others. In the end, everybody in the world lives alone. Perhaps Brother Li will think my words are cruel, but sooner or later people will have to face reality. Since I already said it, I don't want to lie to you. "
Li Yijie was greatly touched. "That's right," he said, "In front of different people, you speak different words. Even if you go against your heart, as long as you believe that you still have a clear conscience, no matter how filthy the world is, it won't affect you. This isn't double-dealing, it's a way of life. Tang Shaoshi has also said these words to me. Now it's exactly the same as what you said. In the palace, he is very popular. In Jianghu, aren't you the same? "
Yuan Yi's expression was indifferent. After half a day she said, "Brother Li, if you have free time, come to my mansion. We can drink and chat merrily all night long. Shengxun must have left a deep impression on you. To tell you the truth, this is the first time she has seen her husband's friend. If she thinks that everyone is like this, I'm afraid she will restrict me from making friends in the future. Then … that won't be good. "
Li Yijie thought about how he had groped her in the mansion and was extremely rude. His face couldn't help but redden. He smiled embarrassedly and casually replied with a few words. Finally he bid farewell to Yuan Yi and returned to the palace alone.
Just now he was still full of smiles, but when he returned to the palace, the temperature suddenly dropped. Since he wanted to continue working in the palace, the first thing he needed to do was to give an explanation for the events of the past few days. Shen Shiyun indeed wouldn't fly into a rage, but he would constantly mock and ridicule him until he was too ashamed to show his face, but he still wouldn't stop. In his heart, he was somewhat resistant. He thought it would be better to talk to Shunzhi alone so that he could settle things properly.
However, when he made a special detour to the Palace of Heavenly Purity, he was informed by the imperial guards that the emperor had rushed to the Snow Song Palace early in the morning to visit a patient. Li Yijie thanked them, but his heart was in his throat. Who was the one who had fallen ill?
With these thoughts hanging on his mind, he returned to the Snow Song Palace. Without waiting to be announced, he rushed in first. Sure enough, he saw a large group of people surrounding the bed. Shunzhi, Xuan Shuang, Shen Shiyun, Tang Yuancheng and the others were among them. They all had different expressions. Some were anxious, while others were just there to watch the fun.
After taking a few more steps forward, he saw Cheng Jiaxuan lying upright on the bed with his face facing the sky. From afar, he looked like a lifeless zombie. The purple swelling between his lips and his glabella hadn't dissipated yet. After several days, the color had gradually turned dark, making him look even more terrifying. Compared to his condition before he left, not only did it not improve, it actually worsened quite a bit. He blurted out, "Is it still the same? No progress at all?"
Shunzhi noticed Li Yijie. Just as he was about to open his mouth to ask, Li Yijie hurriedly pulled him to a secluded corner and said, "Your Majesty, this humble servant's matter is hard to explain in a few words, so let's not talk about it for the time being. Why don't you tell me in detail about Xiao Xuan's condition? "
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