Jiang Xin Zhi was taken aback. He looked towards the source of the voice and saw a beautiful and delicate young girl with two maids behind her. Judging from her attire, she should be a young lady from a wealthy family. He found it familiar, and for a moment, he was puzzled.
When the girl saw that Jiang Xin Zhi didn't seem to remember her, a trace of disappointment flashed in her eyes. A moment later, he smiled and said, "My father is the capital governor, and he wants to invite you to his residence to express his gratitude."
Guan Liang Han looked at him with understanding, "You must be reluctant to part with that sister of yours. Brother and sister, what do you mean by always valuing your younger sister more than your own daughter? Besides, to be honest, that sister of yours is not someone who will easily suffer a loss. I'm afraid that others have not been schemed against by her. "
However, Jiang Su Su was not as agitated as she usually was. Her pale face was very calm, "Mother, I have already decided. I want to go to the family temple. I've already begged father, and he agreed. "
"How did you know?" Lian Qiao was surprised and continued, "That's right. I heard that Second Yiniang said something to Master and Master changed his mind. Originally, he wanted to send Fourth Miss's Geng invitation, but now he decided to send Third Miss instead."
Jiang Xin Zhi stood rooted to the ground, his mind a mess. He naturally knew that this was an excellent opportunity. The battlefield was originally a place to display one's fists and feet. If he lost, he would just die on the battlefield, but if he won, he would gain glory and splendor. He was not afraid of death, nor did he pursue glory, splendor, wealth and rank. However, if he wanted Jiang Ruan to receive better protection, then he could only climb higher step by step.
"Is Zuo Langzhong willing to do this?" Jiang Ruan leaned against the soft cushion of the carriage seat as she sipped her tea unhurriedly.
"I just can't accept it." Jiang Dan's voice was hoarse. "I worked so hard, but in exchange, I ended up like this. Jiang Li snatched my marriage, Jiang Su Su's father protected her, and even Jiang Ruan, whom I originally thought might not be much better off than me, is now enjoying limitless glory. What have I gained? "In a flash, her gaze turned cold, and she said in a low voice," I am just unreconciled. One day, I will live a better life than all of them. I will make them all look up to me. "
With this in mind, he was determined to attack the Tian Jin Nation. However, when he thought that Jiang Ruan would have to live alone in the Jiang fu for three years, he felt his heart wrench.
Empress Dowager Yi De's reward could be said to be generous. Even if she was bent on revenge, she couldn't help but be tempted. Three years was enough for many things to happen. Xia Yan might be able to regain her power, but by staying by Empress Dowager Yi De's side, she could also make it so that Empress Dowager Yi De could not leave her side.
…
At this time, Jiang Xin Zhi was talking to Jiang Ruan at Ruan Ju. Naturally, Jiang Ruan knew that he was about to set off on an expedition to Tian Jin. In his previous life, the war between the Tian Jin Kingdom and the Great Jin Dynasty had lasted for five years. However, Jiang Xin Zhi was no longer around in his previous life. Now that the same thing had happened, she naturally knew that the Great Jin Dynasty had won this battle, but it had been a pyrrhic victory. The Kingdom of Tian Jin had produced an extremely powerful military advisor. Together with this treacherous weapon, they had almost caused the Great Jin Dynasty to suffer a loss.
Lian Qiao said, "After returning that night, Master and Madam went to the study room. I don't know what they said, but Second Young Miss was shocked. They found a doctor and gave her a prescription to calm her nerves before going to sleep. When Second Young Master heard the news that Eldest Young Master had received a reward, he was very angry and went out to drink. "There was a hint of ridicule in her tone," The next day, he was carried back drunk. "
Jiang Ruan smiled as she looked at the professional Empress Dowager Yi De, but her heart was in turmoil.
Bai Zhi also sighed, "Fourth Young Miss is really too pitiful."
"Zuo Langzhong does not know about this matter. According to Second Yiniang, as long as she marries and goes through the ceremony, Zuo Langzhong will be helpless. When the time comes, Master will personally talk to Zuo Langzhong, and the matter will be settled. "
Jiang Xin Zhi touched her head and did not speak.
Jiang Xin Zhi calmly distanced himself from Guan Liang Han, "That is my family's matter, General does not need to worry about it."
She motioned for Bai Zhi and Lian Qiao to stay in the carriage, while she walked towards Xiao Shao. When she was in front of Xiao Shao, she said, "Xiao Wangye."
The General-in-Chief who Supports the State had devoted his life to the country and the people, and had not taken the initiative to make any requests. In front of all the civil and military officials, the Emperor could not refuse such a simple request. Thus, he waved his hand, "Approved."
Jiang Xin Zhi did not seem to notice that he had abandoned a woman's self-esteem. Dong Yinger murmured, "Does he hate me?"
Jiang Su Su's complexion had been pale for the past few days. Xuan Li's words on the night of the palace banquet had pierced her heart. She was naturally unwilling that the person in the heart of such a handsome man was actually Jiang Ruan. At this moment, when he heard that Jiang Ruan was about to leave, he sneered, "Good, it's good that you leave. It's best if you die in the ancestral temple."
The blood moon bracelet on Jiang Ruan's wrist emitted a faint blue light. When Xiao Shao's gaze landed on her, Jiang Ruan immediately felt as if she had been pricked by a needle, and her long sleeves covered her wrist. She was vexed. Why was she so abnormal today? Presumably, it was because she was about to leave the capital, and this ally had helped her so many times, which was why it was strange.
Jiang Ruan smiled, "Eldest Brother does not need to worry about me, I have my own plans." She knew that Jiang Xin Zhi had gone on this expedition for her sake. If not for the fact that he wanted to better protect her, why would Jiang Xin Zhi need to live on the edge of a knife? Thinking about it, this gentle and refined Young Master of a scholarly family in her past life, the hand that had once held a brush was now holding a sword. The pure white robe had also been replaced with battle armor.
When Lian Qiao and Bai Zhi came to fetch Jiang Ruan back to the fu, they were met with envious gazes. Bai Zhi worriedly asked, "Miss, are you injured anywhere? We were extremely worried, but we could not stay in the palace, so we do not know how you are. "
"Hmm?" Jiang Ruan was stunned again.
After leaving the Guan fu, Jiang Xin Zhi planned to return to the Jiang fu first and discuss this matter with Jiang Ruan. Just as he reached the entrance of the Guan fu, he heard a delicate and timid female voice say, "Jiang daren."
It was a delicate and small dagger, inlaid with a high-quality emerald cat's eye stone. With one glance, it was obvious that it was not an ordinary item. Jiang Ruan had also seen it before. It was the dagger that Xiao Shao had never left his side. She was stunned, "Xiao Wangye, this is …?"
Tonight, she had merely saved the eldest di daughter of the Jiang fu, Empress Dowager Yi De. Although the Empress Dowager was indebted to her, it was not considered much. After the reward, people would gradually forget about this matter. However, if she had followed the Empress Dowager for three years, everyone would have a whole new level of respect for her. When they saw Jiang Ruan, they would subconsciously think that she was someone close to the Empress Dowager.
Jiang Ruan was going to follow the Empress Dowager to the family temple. Naturally, there was more than one person in the Jiang fu who was jealous. Jiang Li did not need to be mentioned. Although she had obtained the marriage of the Zuo Langzhong, when she thought of Jiang Ruan's relationship with the imperial family, she was extremely jealous. In Jiang Dan's courtyard, Jiang Dan was sickly lying on the bed.
Jiang Ruan was astonished. This person was very strange. He even mentioned parting. The dagger in her hand seemed to weigh heavily on her heart. Jiang Ruan shook her head, "This thing is of great significance to Xiao Wangye. Forgive me for not being able to accept it."
…
Xiao Shao explained, "This dagger is your birthday present." Finished speaking, he said, "Something the Xiao has given out, there is no reason for me to take it back." Finished speaking, he stared fixedly at the dagger, as if he would rather die than take it back.
Jiang Ruan looked into the distance, "Soon."
Jiang Ruan tilted her head and saw the corner of a black robe through the gap in the curtain. She thought for a moment, then said to the coachman, "Let the coachman leave first."
Jiang Ruan raised her eyebrows and waited for her to continue. Sure enough, Lian Qiao said, "After Third Miss found out about this, she did not say anything and went to find Second Yiniang. Second Yiniang went to find Master. Later, Master called Fourth Miss into the study and talked for a while. When Fourth Miss came out, her face was pale. Later, Lu Zhu went to inquire about it. What do you think Miss found out? "
What you gain, you will lose. Jiang Xin Zhi had just entered the Imperial Court, and his foundation was not yet stable. If he could obtain the Empress Dowager's support,
"Are you muddle-headed?" Xia Yan was shocked, "Why go to the family temple? Do you know that if you go to the family temple, your life will be ruined? "
The carriage rumbled along and suddenly stopped. Lian Qiao was startled and subconsciously lifted the curtain, "What's going on?"
Jiang Xin Zhi had actually made up his mind, but he was still worried about Jiang Ruan. Who knew that as soon as he returned to the fu, he would hear that Empress Dowager Yi De wanted to take Jiang Ruan away. His heart was immediately relieved. Following Empress Dowager Yi De was much safer than staying in the Jiang fu. But he was also suspicious and said, "I don't know why the Empress Dowager is looking for you, but accompanying a ruler is like accompanying a tiger, the Empress Dowager is the same. Ah Ruan, you have to act according to the circumstances. Don't let yourself suffer losses. "
Strange things happened one after another. It was said that on the second day, the Defender-general Who Supports the Nation, Zhao Guang, personally presented a memorial to the imperial court, stating that Jiang Ruan was the flesh and blood of the Zhao family. At that time, the Zhao family had ruthlessly severed all ties with Zhao Mei, and now, they did not ask for anything else. She only begged the Emperor to grant her a grace, so that in the future, Jiang Ruan's marriage could be decided by herself.
"Let's wait and see. We'll see in a few years."
Thank you, Prince Xiao. She said.
The Jiang family's di eldest daughter, Jiang Ruan, had used her own body to block a sword on the day of the Palace Banquet to save the Empress Dowager's life. This news had spread throughout the entire capital that very night. Everyone knew that Empress Dowager Yi De, who had always been cold and solemn, had personally brought Jiang Ruan back to the Palace of Compassionate and Peaceful to summon an imperial physician to treat her. Everyone said that the eldest di daughter of the Jiang family had profited from misfortune. Since she had saved the Empress Dowager's life, she would become the Empress Dowager's savior in the future. There were also those who snorted disdainfully, believing that Jiang Ruan was merely using her own life to fight for a better future.
When Guan Liang Han explained the Emperor's plan to Jiang Xin Zhi, he saw that Jiang Xin Zhi's brows were tightly knitted together. Guan Liang Han also couldn't bear to see him so bleak, so he patted his shoulder and said, "A real man should go on the battlefield and kill the enemy. You're babbling so much, are you afraid of death?"
At this time's palace banquet, he had seen it clearly. Even if Jiang Ruan was precocious, being in the Jiang fu was really too dangerous. Jiang Quan could push Jiang Ruan out at any time. Last night, if Empress Dowager Yi De had not spoken, Jiang Ruan might even have married into the Eighth Prince fu. If he had more power, he would certainly not have allowed others to so easily control Jiang Ruan's future.
The two of them turned around and left, neither of them looking back. Many years later, when the Great Jin dynasty became a prosperous and beautiful painting of rivers and mountains, this scene would be talked about enthusiastically by many people. The parting at the city gates for this legendary pair of brother and sister became the starting point of their life's true glory.
"Since you wanted to be injured, I could only let the sword qi injure you a little. In the end, I still hurt you. I'm sorry."
Jiang Xin Zhi smiled and said, "Ah Ruan, take care." He turned around and left.
Moreover, the next day, there was another earth-shattering news. Empress Dowager Yi De was about to set off to the ancestral temple at the edge of the imperial mausoleum to pray for blessings. Three years later, she would return to the palace and personally issue an imperial edict for the eldest di daughter of the Jiang family to accompany her.
Jiang Ruan was stunned. He had actually seen that she had taken the initiative to meet that sword. Immediately, her heart felt somewhat complicated. However, she still smiled and said, "Ruan niang is different from Xiao Wangye. Whatever Ruan niang wants, she will fight for it herself. If I had not blocked that sword, I would not have been able to obtain what I wanted. "
As he thought of this, his face became somewhat solemn.
"It's nothing," Jiang Su Su seemed to not want to say more and turned her head away. "I'm just tired of life in the fu. It's good to go to the ancestral temple, to calm my heart. Isn't Jiang Ruan also going to the imperial ancestral temple? Why can't I go? Isn't it to have a good reputation? Hasn't she relied on a good reputation to get to where she is now? Three years later, I can also do it. "
Eldest Brother, after this farewell, I hope that in another three years, you and I will be fated to meet again.
"Did you get what you wanted?" Xiao Shao asked.
This was even more surprising than last night's news. Not to mention the daughter of an official, even Empress Dowager Yi De's own granddaughter did not receive such treatment. Everyone was saying that Jiang Ruan must have won Empress Dowager Yi De's favor. This eldest di daughter of the Jiang family, who had never been favoured, had now run into some kind of good luck.
…
In the carriage, Jiang Ruan was lost in thought. In her past life, three years later, what would she look like?
Such a person, ah. Unexpectedly, her cheeks were somewhat hot from being stared at by those starry eyes. Then, she came back to her senses and secretly scolded herself. Now, she was just a little girl. In Xiao Shao's eyes, she could not even be considered a woman, so what was there for her to be shy about?
She raised her head and looked at Empress Dowager Yi De. Slowly, she smiled. "Many thanks to Empress Dowager for your grace. This official's daughter is extremely honored."
In the Jiang fu, there was a huge upheaval.
Jiang Ruan nodded. "What about Fourth Younger Sister?"
As for Great Master Hui Jue's share, that was only to ensure that some things would be carried out as usual during the three years that she would not be in the capital.
She looked at Xia Yan. "Mother, I want to go to the family temple."
"Miss is such a good person, how could Deputy General Jiang dislike you?" The maidservant beside her consoled her. "There must really be something important. Miss, don't be sad."
This unconsciously revealed smile was refined and handsome, and it immediately made Dong Yinger's face burn. Jiang Xin Zhi politely said, "It was only a slight effort, Miss need not take it to heart. This humble one still has some matters to attend to, so I will leave first. "
Jiang Xin Zhi, however, smiled. Now that he had entered the court, he saw that there was a trend of climbing up the ranks. Many court officials were getting restless. After observing for a short time yesterday, it was likely that some of them had also been tempted. Was this the intention to rope him in? Although Jiang Xin Zhi was a military general, he was born into a family of civil officials. He was not completely ignorant about forming cliques in the court, and he also understood the principle of playing it safe. Now that his foundation was not stable, and the fight for the throne between the princes was very fierce, he naturally would not be foolish enough to get involved.
Empress Dowager Yi De smiled with satisfaction and spat out two words from her red lips. "Very good."
Xiao Shao looked down at her, thought for a moment, and asked, "You want to follow the Empress Dowager to the ancestral shrine?"
She exchanged a few more words with Xiao Shao, then hurriedly boarded the carriage. The carriage rumbled as it headed out of the alley. The black-clothed youth stood motionless in the middle of the alley, his graceful bones free and elegant among the green pines. He calmly watched the carriage go into the distance, then turned to leave.
"A birthday gift," Xiao Shao said.
"Su Su, what happened?" Xia Yan was alarmed. Jiang Su Su's appearance made her even more worried.
"Fourth Miss …" Lian Qiao said mysteriously, "That Zuo Langzhong's people came a few times. They seem to be good people, and they insist on being responsible for Fourth Miss. They said that they will come to marry you in a few days, but …"
The horses neighed, and the morning sun sprayed out, dyeing half of the sky of the Great Jin dynasty red. Clouds shone brightly in the sky, casting their light on the elite troops with high morale. The carriage rose, and a warm and gentle expression watched the procession go into the distance.
Empress Dowager Yi De said lightly, "Aijia knows that you are a clever child. Think carefully, and follow Aijia. Aijia will ensure your safety. After three years, when you return to the palace, your status will not be ordinary. " She looked at the ruby on her armor, "You saved Aijia's life. After thinking about it, Aijia can only be happy with this reward."
Bai Zhi was puzzled, "Why does Miss say this?"
Xiao Shao's beautiful eyes flashed with emotion. He pursed his lips, took out something from his bosom, and handed it to Jiang Ruan.
Jiang Xin Zhi's gaze was reluctant to part. Jiang Ruan quietly stuffed the paper in her hand into Jiang Xin Zhi's waist. Jiang Xin Zhi was stunned. Jiang Ruan smiled and said in a low voice, "One of them is for Eldest Brother, and the other is for Great Master Hui Jue in the capital. Eldest Brother, take care. "
"I am not sad." Jiang Ruan smiled slightly. Outside, it seemed that the fluttering corner of Jiang Xin Zhi's robe could still be seen. When she turned to go to the unfamiliar three years that had never existed in her past life, this young general would also step onto the battlefield, fight on the battlefield, and win his unique pride and dignity.
Three years was three years. The most painful thing in this world was not losing something before it was obtained, but to watch helplessly as it was held in one's hands, and then ruthlessly taken away. The higher one climbed, the harder they fell. She gave those people three years to climb to a height where they could fall to their deaths, and then after three years, their bodies would be smashed to pieces.
Jiang Xin Zhi frowned slightly and remembered. Last night, he had indeed pulled this young girl up, but because he had saved too many people, and because of the chaos, he could not remember.
Jiang Ruan laughed in her heart. Xiao Shao was usually cold and cheerless, but how could he be so childish at this time? It really made one's jaw drop.
The happiest person in the Jiang fu was none other than the Old Jiang Madame. After all, Jiang Ruan's surname was Jiang, which meant that she was part of the Jiang family. No matter what other people thought, when Jiang Ruan was mentioned, they would know that she was a girl from the Jiang fu. The Emperor's care for Jiang Ruan was the Emperor's care for the Jiang fu. When she thought of this, she felt that Jiang Ruan and her sister were very amiable.
Jiang Ruan nodded, "Yes. It is my good fortune to be able to travel with the Empress Dowager. "She paused and looked at Xiao Shao," On the day of the palace banquet, many thanks to Xiao Wangye for lending a helping hand. "
Jiang Ruan shook her head, "Wrong, Jiang Li will not be better off than Jiang Dan."
What kind of person was Jiang Dan? Jiang Dan was not someone who would silently swallow grievances. If Jiang Quan thought that he could knead Jiang Dan as he pleased, then he was gravely mistaken. It could not be denied that the matter of Jiang Li had already left a shadow of hatred in Jiang Dan's heart. That kind of venomous snake, lying in wait in the dark, would not hesitate to use its venom to kill all its enemies once it had the chance, leaving no leeway for others.
Jiang Ruan did not think that Jiang Dan was pitiful. Since she had schemed against Zuo Langzhong last night, she must have already had a plan. However, she had never thought that everything would be for the benefit of another person. As a concubine daughter, Jiang Li was naturally unwilling to accept that Jiang Dan would marry so well. Between Jiang Li and Jiang Dan, Jiang Quan would definitely side with Jiang Li. She did not know what Second Yiniang had said to Jiang Quan, but it must have been for the sake of benefits that Jiang Quan had made this decision.
That was what she had written down from memory the entire night. In her previous life, when she was in the palace, she had also heard some stories about the war between Tian Jin and the Great Jin Dynasty. There were some particularly thrilling battles that had been described in detail by those palace people. She searched for the information in her mind and wrote down all the battles that she could remember on a piece of paper for Jiang Xin Zhi. Whether or not Jiang Xin Zhi would suspect her, she no longer wanted to think about it. She only wanted to ensure Jiang Xin Zhi's safety. Now, she only wished that she could remember it more clearly. She was annoyed that she had not listened more in her previous life, so that Jiang Xin Zhi would have a higher chance of survival.
Lian Qiao also said, "Third Miss has snatched Fourth Miss's marriage. Although it is not very kind, Zuo Langzhong's family is very good. In the future, they will certainly live much better than Fourth Miss. Although Fourth Miss has received Master's consolation, I am afraid that she does not feel good in her heart. "
On the day that the Empress Dowager left the capital, there were thirty-six soft sedan chairs, nine hundred elite soldiers and guards, and eighty-five silk and jadeite carriages. The entire journey was grandiose and imposing. The Emperor stood at the top of the palace walls and watched the procession go into the distance.
After he finished speaking, he did not wait for Dong Yinger's reply and hurriedly rode away.
...
When the young girl saw that Jiang Xin Zhi was staring at her, her cheeks suddenly turned bright red. She hesitated for a moment before taking two steps forward and saying, "Last night, daren saved my life. My daughter... would like to personally thank daren."
Jiang Ruan's reputation soared.
"It's nothing, just a small injury." Jiang Ruan waved her hand, "How is the fu now?"
Dong Yinger watched as the figure on the horse gradually disappeared, and a trace of disappointment and frustration flashed in her eyes.
Jiang Ruan smiled slightly, "Third Sister wants to substitute a peach for a dead one?"
Whenever Jiang Ruan was mentioned, Jiang Xin Zhi became especially prickly. Guan Liang Han also became angry and said, "Then you should be troubled by yourself. Once the Emperor's imperial edict is issued, you have to go even if you don't want to, unless you want to defy the edict. However, even if it is for your younger sister, you will not defy the edict."
Dong Yinger was startled at first. The words "Ruan meimei and I are also good friends" were still stuck in her throat. Since she was fourteen years old, this was the first time she had been so subdued by a man's elegant demeanor. Last night was so chaotic, but in the arms of this good-looking young general, she felt at ease for the first time. When she heard that he was Jiang Ruan's older brother, Dong Yinger was indescribably happy. She had even sneaked out today, and when she found out that he was in the Guan fu, she had deliberately waited at the door just to see him.
She looked at the person in front of her. He was dressed in black and embroidered, and had a noble temperament. His handsome face was cold and elegant, and he had an aura of abstinence. However, his eyes were pitch-black and deep, as bright as the night sky. At this moment, as he stared at her seriously, there was a trace of stubbornness.
Sure enough, as soon as she alighted from the carriage, she saw the back of the black figure in front of her, cold and elegant. The dark alley seemed to glow because of him.
Jiang Ruan was startled. She understood what Empress Dowager Yi De meant. Empress Dowager Yi De had given her an opportunity, an excellent opportunity. Admittedly, she was extremely unwilling to leave the Jiang fu and give Xia Yan and the others another three years. However, if she could follow Empress Dowager Yi De to the imperial ancestral temple, her status would naturally be different.
Lu Zhu lifted the curtain of the carriage and looked outside, saying, "What an imposing manner. It's just that Miss has just arrived in the capital and is about to leave. I think it is somewhat sad."
Xia Yan still wanted to persuade her, but Jiang Su Su already said, "Mother, there is no need to say more. I have already made up my mind. I will depart in a few days."
The maidservant cried as she said, "Miss should at least eat something. If you continue like this, your body will collapse. "
Empress Dowager Yi De's words actually meant that she should leave.
"The ancestral temple is not completely safe," Xiao Shao said indifferently. "It can help you." He said, "I want to make another trip to the Miao stockade village. On the day of my departure, I will not be able to say goodbye to you."
Whenever Xia Yan thought of Jiang Ruan following Empress Dowager Yi De to the ancestral temple, her heart felt like it was being twisted by a knife. Why did such a thing fall on that little slut, Jiang Ruan!
Xiao Shao's gaze fell on Jiang Ruan's wrist, and he suddenly said, "It suits you very well."
Jiang Xin Zhi angrily said, "I am not greedy for life and afraid of death, it's just that..." He swallowed the rest of his words.
She said, "Thank you, Eldest Brother."
Jiang Li was afraid that there would be a lot of grinding.
However, no matter what was said, it was an indisputable fact that Jiang Ruan had gained the favor of Empress Dowager Yi De.
They happened to arrive at a small alley, and there were no signs of people around. Bai Zhi was a little worried, but Jiang Ruan had already jumped off the carriage.
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