Joyful Nine

This person's eyes ... ... truly resemble those of the emperor

If this is not an act on his part, then he...

The soup is a clear, pale green, bright and transparent, with a rich and fragrant aroma

He said that he had collided with her; he also mentioned that he had apologized to her

The outer palace gate opened slightly, and the palace maid entered with quick steps, holding a small tin pot in her hands, walking over with her head lowered

Zhu Xiong felt indignant, his blood surging to his throat, and he was angry with himself for not having noticed it earlier. He had thought that Di Feng was secretly plotting against him, but little did he realize that he had only brought over 2,000 cavalry with him. How could he possibly carry out such an act here!

The chest rose and fell sharply a few times, and the reins were gripped even tighter

Zhu Xiong looked in the direction indicated by his finger, and as his eyes shifted, he suddenly understood in his heart

A tremor ran through her heart, and her hand momentarily unsteady, causing the tea in the bowl to spill over, splashing onto the back of her hand, extremely hot, leaving a bright red mark.

and also, a play on words

Is it because she did not accept a single penny from him that she returned the 8,000 citizens to him

Although this person has a cold demeanor, his words and actions exhibit great poise. He remains decisive and calm in the face of challenges, unmatched by others like Zhu Xiong. Thus, it is indeed not an exaggeration to call him the foremost general of Tai Tong, as Di Feng truly deserves this title.

This man appears to hold a high position and exudes an extraordinary demeanor, yet he is actually apologizing to her

The deep and resonant voice steadily reached Qiao Mei's ears, and she heard it distinctly.

Indeed, it is a marvel.

She slightly raised her eyelashes and called out to him, "Ning Mo"

It seems as if the gentle voice of that person is echoing in my ears

Truly and distinctly

It was only at the moment she lifted her gaze that a spark of light suddenly ignited within, only to be extinguished in an instant

Ying Huan glanced down and saw four small, delicate plum-red boxes placed in the food container. She couldn't help but raise her eyebrows in surprise and exclaimed, "Did you buy these at the night market in the state bridge?"

She suddenly became curious in her heart, not knowing what kind of woman could make Di Feng carry that handkerchief on him

The soldiers from both sides stared at each other in bewilderment, watching the scene unfold in the formation, unsure of how to respond

The corners of her mouth involuntarily lifted, this woman ...

He is ... ...

His words were spoken freely and without malice, yet unbeknownst to him, they caused Di Feng to feel an uncomfortable sensation within

She picked a plum and put it in her mouth, perfectly pickled, with just the right amount of flavor, neither too sour nor too sweet, this taste... made her sigh inwardly

Di Feng turned around and saw that Tai Cun's army formation was already in place, so he nodded to the person and said, "Let's go!" He quickly walked to the side of the horse, tucked the silk scarf into his bosom, and mounted the horse.

A few individuals dared not act recklessly, and they suddenly lifted the heavy curtain at the front of the wagon with their long spears. Just as they were about to stab, they all froze in place, turning to look at one another in confusion

Qiao Mei nodded, but suddenly felt a surge of compassion in her heart. Without thinking, she quickly took out a silk handkerchief from her sleeve, stepped forward, and pressed it into Di Feng's hand, whispering, "Your hand... use this to wrap it up for now."

He remained silent, tilted his head, and bit her earlobe, gently grinding it between his teeth, sucking it in his mouth.

Di Feng suddenly came to his senses and looked at Zhu Xiong again, feeling a sense of clarity in his heart

Di Feng felt a sudden pang in his heart, not daring to think further. He quickly averted his gaze, released his grip, and noticed that the young officer Ye Qi was waiting over there. He nodded slightly, signaling him to come and take this woman away

Two proud plum blossoms stand in vibrant red, while that finger slowly reaches down.

Di Feng could not help but glance at the woman in the carriage again. The curtain had already fallen halfway, and at this moment, he could only see the side of her skirt below the waist, while the hand resting beside her body was still trembling.

A palace maid stepped forward, took the small box from Di Feng's hands, and then placed it on the table in front of her

Ying Huan remained silent, merely gazing at him. How could this man be so gentle? ... After putting in so much effort, what exactly is he seeking?

Especially her pair of phoenix eyes, which are truly reminiscent of...

She never knew that these four characters could be used by someone in such a uniquely different sense

Whenever I think of that person, regardless of the matter, she becomes unlike herself

Di Feng saw that the military formation had been established and, concerned that staying here any longer would only lead to further trouble, said to Zhu Xiong: "Today was truly a misunderstanding. Fortunately, no one was harmed. I hope General Zhu will convey this matter to the court upon returning to the capital, and ensure that no one interferes in the process..."

It was only when he touched her that she suddenly came to her senses, feeling a sharp pain in the area where she had been burned, as if pricked by needles, a burning sensation overwhelming her

Joy, if in this lifetime... joy, if in this lifetime.

For some unknown reason, her fingertips trembled slightly as she stared at the box lid, unable to open it for quite some time. After a long while, she finally took a shallow breath, swiftly flipped her wrist, and opened the delicate gold box.

She cleared her throat and said to the outside, "Bring it in."

She raised her hand, pointed to the ground in front of her, and continued to smile as she said, "You dropped something"

Light streamed into the cabin, and a cluster of dust danced in the beams. The face of the woman in the car was illuminated on one side, pale as paper

It is indeed the case that if the two truly wished to take each other's lives, how could they have shot arrows that merely grazed past them? After seeing that they did not hit their target, why did they not shoot again?

... it is ultimately impossible.

Ying Huan's heart suddenly felt a bit heavy; she did not want his thanks at all

He is ... ...

Qiao Mei was both astonished and fearful as she looked at the man in black armor outside the car, not knowing what kind of situation was unfolding outside at that moment. She couldn't help but feel extremely anxious, gripping the wooden board beneath her tightly.

Ning Mo's gaze remained as it always was, smiling at her, "Your Majesty, why have you stopped eating?"

Yet her expression seemed to suggest that his injury was quite serious

A thick layer of yellow silk was laid at the bottom of the gold box, and resting on the silk was a small silver bottle, its length perfectly matching the two ends of the box, without any discrepancy.

Di Feng withdrew his gaze, raised an eyebrow, and shook his head, saying: "I unintentionally offended that woman earlier, and I feel guilty about it"

Di Feng furrowed his brow, with only three hundred cavalry behind him, while the remaining over one thousand cavalry were stationed three li away, awaiting orders. In that moment, how could those soldiers possibly know that they were about to confront Ye Qi with swords drawn!

Between her and him, there lies a vast expanse of mountains and rivers, and the distance between their hearts is comparable to that between heaven and earth

Di Feng strode back towards the palace gate, his grip tightening with each step. The image of the woman in the carriage from that day resurfaced in his mind, a woman whose name he did not even know, yet he had kept this piece of silk... Truly, it was nothing but a display of ambiguity

A wave of joy surged through my heart, nearly unbalancing my body

His face darkened, and he looked up towards the outer wall of Zhuzhou City, cursing loudly: "Damn it, these southern barbarians actually want to take this opportunity to provoke a war between Ye Qi and Tai Lun. Just wait and see how I deal with you!"

She nodded slightly, "It is very cold at night, why not let him wait in the outer hall?"

Ning Mo followed her into the hall, watching the young palace maids help Ying Huan remove her outer robe. He then heard her say, with her back to him, "I returned so late because I was discussing matters for a long time earlier."

Di Feng said, this is that person's gratitude

Although he spoke thus, his hand reached out to open those several boxes.

She furrowed her brows, feeling a tangle of emotions within her, yet for the moment, she was unwilling to think further. Turning to the side, she said: "I am weary today, you... you may return now."

Di Feng's expression changed slightly, and his voice became solemn, "What of the woman? I, Emperor Tai Tuan, am also a woman"

Ying Huan regained her composure and quickened her pace. A palace maid over there noticed her and came to greet her, "Your Majesty, Physician Ning has arrived"

Ning Mo pressed her lips together, the sparks still flickering in her eyes. She stepped forward, placing herself in front of Ying Huan.

The back of his hand was merely scratched by a previous hidden arrow, and he did not take it to heart at all

She looked up, facing the sunlight to gaze at the distant city walls of Zhuzhou, the brick color long since darkened by the sand, appearing even more desolate.

Ying Huan could no longer contain herself and finally laughed out loud when she saw him exit the palace gate

With her drooping eyelashes, she lightly exhaled a breath; regardless of the matter, as long as it was related to that person, it would cause her to worry and be troubled.

Although it is well known that the other party is an enemy general from a foreign country, one cannot help but admire them in their heart

Qiao Mei's gaze was timid, but she finally mustered the courage to meet his eyes

She smiled, walked over to fetch the small box, took out the silver bottle, opened it, and placed some tea leaves on the tea set

Yet these four characters, spoken by him, appear so fitting between her and him

The skin is icy and translucent, smooth and tender like pastry, blushing slightly under his long fingers

Zhu Xiong's eyes bulged as large as copper bells, staring at the cart, and he roared, "I told you this is a burden!" Looking to his left and right, he shouted, "What are you still dawdling for? Cut that horse down for me!"

He lowered his head and paused for a moment, "Your servant speaks to Your Majesty... is sincere."

Ning Mo looked up, meeting her gaze, and smiled slightly, "Your Majesty may choose not to believe. I... take my leave now." With that, he continued to look at her, gathered his sleeves, and withdrew. The palace door opened and closed, and the sound of footsteps gradually faded away.

As he spoke slowly, his words increasingly instilled a sense of chill in the hearts of those listening

Zhu Xiong was in a fit of rage, and he called a few people to instruct them to investigate who among the garrison on the city wall was committing treachery

Qiao's palms were full of sweat; after hesitating for a moment, she finally placed her trembling hand in his palm.

She stood frozen in place, but as she saw the palace door tremble slightly, her heart suddenly quivered

Such courteous words and graceful actions, treating her as if she were a distinguished figure in a high tower, how could she not feel anxious

He looked at her, reached out his hand, and gently brushed his index finger against the side of her lips, wiping away the plum juice.

Or, will there never be a day of mutual trust between her and him?

Ning Mo did not move and softly called her: "Your Majesty"

Ying Huan raised an eyebrow, signaling him to continue speaking

She looked up to see the back of Di Feng's hand behind his back, only to discover that there was an injury on his hand, with blood still oozing out slowly, not yet congealed

She looked down and was surprised to see blood on her hands

This finger technique ... ... is to relieve her fatigue

A palace maid brought over a warm, damp cloth and handed it to him, "Lord Ning."

Di Feng glanced at the carriage again and said, "I would like to apologize to that woman."

A warm and thick palm slowly glided up against the back, pausing slightly in the middle, gently kneading and pressing for a while

It is unknown who that woman is, as she unexpectedly followed Zhu Xiong to this place

She raised her head to the light, gazed outside, and tears began to flow uncontrollably from her eyes

After a while, someone slowly stood up. The crowd looked over and saw that it was Liao Jun, the Right Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Personnel and concurrently the Deputy Minister of the Secretariat. Given his high position and significant influence, everyone could not help but hush and listen attentively.

Wherever she pointed, a shiver arose. She could not help but tremble slightly, her legs weakened, leaning against his shoulder. Through his thin robe, she bit him, rubbed against him, her hand slipping inside his collar, her nails grazing his chest. Hearing him breathe softly in her ear, she felt a little better in her heart

It was quite interesting, when suddenly someone called out to him from behind, "General! ... ... General Di!"

Di Feng nodded, "This is precisely my intention. In fact, the three kingdoms of the North, Central, and South have been allied for many years, always contemplating this plan. However, the two countries of Bei Jian and Zhong Wan are caught in the middle by Ye Qi and Tai Tuo, with each of the eastern and western territories bordering one country. Only the southern border of Nan Hou Kingdom connects simultaneously with Ye Qi and Tai Tuo. The three kingdoms have not had a good opportunity for many years; although Ye Qi has captured Zhu Zhou this time, it has also provided an excellent opportunity for Nan Hou. Ye Qi and Tai Tuo have harbored mutual grievances for many years, and they cannot withstand the instigation of outsiders. The standoff between the two countries is like a bow drawn tight; with the slightest external force, the arrow on the string will immediately shoot out. This time, Nan Hou has precisely seized this point, taking advantage of the situation to employ such a strategy. If it were not for that unexpected incident on that day, and if I had not thought it over, I fear that the chaos between the two countries would have already begun, and the situation would have become unmanageable."

Before Di Feng could fully comprehend the thoughts in his mind, he noticed movement in the formation on Ye Qi's side. Without further ado, he hastily ordered a nearby junior officer to rush three miles away to summon the remaining cavalry, while he himself prepared to lead his troops into battle right there.

Di Feng raised his eyes and looked around, then reported to Ying Huan: "I have traveled all the way from Zhuzhou, and as I ponder this matter, the more I think about it, the more peculiar it seems."

I am afraid there was a misunderstanding about him earlier

She watched his black silhouette until it became a small dot, and then she withdrew her gaze

She pressed her lips together, her fingers gliding over the tightly sealed strip on the lid of the box. With a firm pull, she tore open the bright yellow ribbon that bore his seal.

Ning Mo could not help but smile, "Your Majesty, please do not jest with this humble servant."

Ying Huan lowered her eyes and glanced at the box, yet she did not touch it at all. She then looked at Di Feng and asked, "Is there anything else?"

She grasped the ornate box, rose to her feet, and walked towards the palace gate, her sleeves trailing down, concealing the box within.

Nature will naturally thirst, it requires nourishment from others, and it yearns for clear, pure water

Ying Huan lowered her eyes for a moment before speaking: "Nan Hu has indeed made good plans, but unfortunately, this time the heavens do not favor their wishes! Nan Hu and Bei Jian are in the midst of a struggle, thinking to sit back and watch the tigers fight while reaping the benefits—dream on!" Before anyone could respond, she pursed her lips and continued: "I am considering establishing maritime trade offices along the borders of the two countries, allowing each state and the city of Ye Qi to facilitate trade with one another. What are your thoughts on this?"

The sound of hooves striking the dust, a group of horsemen hastily retreated to the west

Ying Huan looked at those four characters, feeling a warmth rising from the bottom of her heart, and the hand holding the gold box also turned slightly red

Upon this reflection, the box of gold in my hand suddenly felt much heavier, and my fingers became stiff.

He froze, not responding, leaning down to block her lips. Just as his fingers were about to move again, a sudden light knock on the palace door sounded from outside. The voice of the palace maid, laced with laughter, came through the door: "Your Majesty, the spring water you requested has been boiled by the Hanlin Academy staff and is ready to be delivered. Shall we send it in now?"

The palace maid could not have imagined that the situation in the hall was like this; she did not even dare to raise her head. As soon as she set down the tin pot and tea utensils in her hands, she hurriedly retreated.

She took a delicate sip, the flavor rich and sweet, with a strong lingering sweetness, the aroma of tea lingering on her lips, not dissipating for a long time

Although there is intimacy between her and him, it is still the first time he has taken the initiative to touch her like this

Zhu Xiong rode in on horseback, cursing and shouting, brandishing his sword, and yelled at several people: "Did you also touch this carriage?"

Qiao Mei felt a sudden emptiness in her hand, only to realize that he had let go of her. Her hand instinctively clenched and retreated into her sleeve

Fortunately

Di Feng's battle name has long been known to the world. When Zhu Xiong faced him in battle before, it would be impossible to say that he felt no fear at all. However, after this incident, looking back at Di Feng, he couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion in his heart.

He slowly withdrew from her lips and softly whispered in her ear: "Your Majesty ... ... "

She walked forward and said, "Then go and ask. If there is any left, have someone boil it and bring it over shortly."

After ten years of conflict, suspicion has become a habit, and it is indeed difficult for her to trust at once

She had never been treated with such courtesy by a man... During her time in Zhuzhou, she was the youngest daughter in her family, neglected by her parents; after Ye Qi captured Zhuzhou, she was given as a plaything to He Xi, and since then, she felt nothing but humiliation. However, her parents and elder brother's commands were still in the hands of others, and she dared not disobey. This time, accompanying Zhu Xiong, he regarded her merely as a burdensome object, cursing and complaining all the way, never once giving her a kind expression

She thought she was already quite willful, but unexpectedly, that person turned out to be even more willful than she was

The palace maid said: "Your Majesty, do you wish to ... ... ?"

With her red lips lightly pursed, "There is no need for explanation, you may leave now."

This small bottle of Mengding tea leaves is even more exquisite than what I saw that day in Chuzhou, and it must surely be used in that person's palace

What a burden

After enduring countless twists and turns over a thousand miles, navigating between the generals of two nations, it is all merely to fulfill his own selfish desire

Ying Huan was taken aback, and when she looked at him again, she saw him placing his finger in his mouth and gently sucking on it.

Warm and tender, a sweet and sour sensation between their lips, his tongue ventured in and playfully teased hers

In this case, if she wishes to join forces with him to resist the three kingdoms of the North and South, he will certainly agree

Zhu Xiong nodded, fully understanding Di Feng's intention. Just as he was about to leave, he noticed Di Feng's gaze drifting, constantly looking towards that carriage.

The young palace maid whispered, "Doctor Ning is stubborn and insists on waiting outside the hall for His Majesty's return"

Suddenly, those brown eyes flashed before her, recalling a kiss that was both a battle and not a battle, a fierce contest filled with dominance, causing her lips to ache instantly

This man

Mengding Tea

The old officials of the two provinces under the Central Secretariat exchanged glances, and for a moment, no one spoke.

Liao Junwei bowed slightly, and as he spoke, the beard on his chin trembled gently. "Your Majesty, I believe this matter requires caution. If we were to establish maritime trade offices in all the border provinces, it may lead to excessive actions... Could Your Majesty allow us a few days to discuss this matter further before making a decision?"

The palace maid hesitated slightly, saying, "I still need to inquire at the Hanlin Academy to find out."

She furrowed her brows, was that person's action sincere? Or was it like her own calculations about him, intending to first undermine her trust, and then, once the three kingdoms were destroyed, turn against her?

That arrow

The last sentence was spoken by him very quickly, yet she still heard it clearly

Di Feng looked at her and saw the glimmer of tears in her eyes, as if they were about to fall. He couldn't help but take a step back, forcefully sweeping the carriage curtain aside and lifting it to the top of the carriage. He then stepped aside and said gently: "Miss, do not be afraid. The earlier incident was sudden, and the collision with you was truly unintentional. I sincerely apologize to you."

Only upon touching fingers did I realize that there was a slight stickiness between them

Di Feng followed the direction of her finger and saw a piece of light blue silk handkerchief lying on the ground, rolled up into a bundle. It was something he had inadvertently brought out when he was rummaging through the cash box, and he had not even noticed it.

The matter has been discussed and concluded, all the ministers have withdrawn, yet only Di Feng lingers, waiting in the hall

As soon as the formation of the geese and horses over there changed, the horses of the carriage behind became startled and recklessly bolted forward.

If Ye Qi is truly intent on provoking, how could Zhu Xiong possibly bring such a woman along?

The stone path beneath my feet is broad and spacious, and I imagine that the palace of Ye and Qi must be similar.

Zhu Xiong drew his sword and pointed it at the sky, his arm about to fall. Di Feng felt a sudden chill in his heart, and his lips involuntarily trembled.

The wind grew colder, stirring her thoughts into disarray. The faint joy she had felt earlier had completely dissipated, leaving only a myriad of worries in her heart

The slender fingers moved to her chest, teasing, twisting, and gently rubbing between the fingers, causing her to become increasingly flushed, increasingly alluring, and increasingly full.

It is merely ... ...

Qiao Mei lowered her head and bit her lip, feeling increasingly flustered and unsure of what to say.

A few young palace maids, upon seeing this, understood the situation, lowered their heads, and quietly withdrew without a word

She remained motionless, gazing at the objects inside for a long time, before finally closing her eyes and gently lifting the corners of her lips

Ying Huan gently withdrew her hand, looking at him, and a sudden feeling of emotion arose in her heart

The tea leaves float and drift in the bowl, elongated and slightly curled, forming a most beautiful shape

Ning Mo still smiled slightly and said, "Last time I heard Lord Liu from the court say that the snacks in the imperial kitchen are all made according to those from the night market at the state bridge"

Although Ying Huaxin's thoughts were already settled, he did not wish to offend the faces of these old ministers. He slightly raised his head and said: "Three days later, you all shall present your memorials."

Ying Huan gently responded, "Is there any of the spring water sent from Caoning Prefecture last time still remaining in the palace?"

He raised his hand, slowly pulling her clothes together, tucking the stray hair behind her ear, and then lowered his head to adjust the robe he was wearing. He turned around to glance at the palace maid.

Her ears felt hot, her cheeks flushed, and she could only sense that the person seemed to be right beside her, whispering in her ear, their voice low and deeply alluring, saying to her—

Ning Mo took the bowl, held her hand, raised it to his lips, gently kissed it, and with a slight frown said, "Your Majesty, how could you be so careless"

The mouth of the silver bottle is clear and bright, and one can faintly see the green tea leaves stored inside.

Her jade-like skin glistened, and her fragrant shoulders surpassed snow; for just a moment, she swayed before his eyes, only to be enveloped by a loose robe.

Zhu Xiongyi, unable to restrain his curiosity, inquired, "Is there something the general Di wishes to discuss?"

Yet even he, with his cold demeanor and ironclad exterior, has moments when his ears turn red

An old minister stroked his beard and inquired, "Does General Di mean to say that the Kingdom of Nanguo is scheming to pit Ye Qi against our Tai Lun, like two tigers fighting each other?"

Such a minor injury, which would heal in a few days, yet he treats it as a significant matter, displaying such an expression

Ning Mo nodded with a smile, taking out those small boxes in the same manner, "I do not know if they meet Your Majesty's approval"

In an instant, I became dazed, my hand involuntarily climbed onto his shoulder, and my tongue instinctively flicked lightly, causing him to tremble slightly

A royal flower, slowly blooming fully over the course of twenty-four years, is now at its most beautiful and fullest, with petals fully unfurled, moving gracefully, possessing all that it should have

The hand involuntarily clenched gently, the skin stained with blood, at this moment it felt tight and painful

Di Feng's expression showed a hint of surprise, and he instinctively grasped the silk handkerchief. Before he could respond to her, he saw that she had already turned around and followed the person away

He stopped and looked up: "Your Majesty, do you have any further instructions?"

He looked at her, and finally, there was a spark of fire in his eyes, "I am here."

If it were just facing the few soldiers under Zhu Xiong, he would not be afraid. However, how could the guards on the city walls of the various states not see the situation here? He feared that as soon as the two sides engaged, reinforcements would be dispatched from there

Each delicate tea leaf, adorned with silver tips, upon immersion in water, reveals an even more lustrous sheen

... this is the pinnacle of the world, and I am willing to give it all to you, madam

However, the man before me is not at all like those people

clear and distinct

Her thoughts drifted like threads, when suddenly she saw a large hand reaching out before her, and his voice echoed in her ears: "The carriage is no longer usable, I kindly ask you to disembark first, General Zhu has ordered someone to escort the citizens into the city."

When everyone had left, Di Feng stepped forward and approached His Majesty Ying Huan, presenting the small box that Zhu Xiong had given him. "Your Majesty, this item was entrusted to me by General Zhu in Zhu Zhou, to be presented to Your Majesty upon my return to the capital. He said... this item is meant to express the gratitude of Emperor Ye Qi to Your Majesty."

Several individuals swiftly emerged from both sides of him, fearing that the carriage might harbor some danger to Di Feng. Without regard for much else, he extended his arm and used his spear to block the horse, severing the reins, allowing the horse to break free and gallop away.

Her eyelashes involuntarily lowered, and that person's face clearly emerged. A pair of eyes, as dark as the depths, sparkled like stars within. Two lips, slightly curved, formed a smile that could captivate one's very soul

Beneath the skin seems to lie a pool of water, which sways gently at the slightest touch, exuding an exquisite luster.

Ying Huan's hand, placed tightly on the side of the throne, clenched firmly. Di Feng's words were reasonable and well-founded, clearly the result of careful consideration. Although she had not witnessed the situation of that day with her own eyes, she believed that Di Feng was certainly not someone who exaggerated.

The sunlight struck the armor of that person, and the reflected light pierced her eyes

Di Feng gritted his teeth and glared at Zhu Xiong, wondering how he could have ever believed this man! How could he have truly come with only these three hundred cavalry to take the common people captive!

The hair is disheveled, and the soft bosom is half concealed

Ning Mo turned around, his expression returning to its usual state, "It is so late, Your Majesty, what do you need boiling water for?"

The several hundred cavalry of Ye Qi appeared unsettled, clearly unprepared for this standoff. Moreover, Zhu Xiong repeatedly claimed that he had been secretly plotted against, which did not seem to be feigned

She walked up and, as she passed by him, softly said: "Why suffer standing outside"

At the top of the bottle, four characters are engraved, outlined in vermilion, making them even more striking

When Di Feng saw her pair of eyes, his heart trembled, and he could think of nothing else.

Unable to hide his embarrassment, he hurried a few steps forward, bent down to quickly pick up the handkerchief, held it in his hand, and his face turned slightly red, "Your servant..."

Di Feng felt a chill in his palm, so he grasped her hand and helped her down from the car

She took a shallow breath, turned to look at him, and was rendered speechless

Di Feng furrowed his brows even tighter, utterly perplexed as to which act Ye Qi was performing

... is rather overbearing

Milled herbal drink, vegetarian skewers with sand sugar, crystal dumplings, golden silk osmanthus

Di Feng was also greatly astonished, as there was only a woman sitting in the carriage, who was now trembling all over, her face pale as death

Zhu Xiong saw that what he said was reasonable, so he endured this moment of anger, called his subordinates back, ordered them to regroup, and glanced at Di Feng a couple of times. His expression softened considerably, his lips moved slightly, but he did not say anything further

He was slightly taken aback and said, "I have a basic understanding."

Qiao Mei's eyelashes drooped, her right hand slightly raised, the bloodstains between her fingers had dried, a dark shade of red, strikingly vivid.

Fine as a needle, tightly coiled with many fibers, a tender green sheen

Her figure resembles a blooming flower, standing tall and graceful, enchanting and radiant, proud and poised.

Di Feng raised an eyebrow, not waiting for him to finish speaking before riding away. It was only when he reached ten paces from the carriage that he reined in his horse and dismounted, slowly walking over to stand in front of the carriage. After a moment of hesitation, he finally raised his hand to lift the heavy curtain.

Zhu Xiong held back his laughter and said, "General Di, please do not jest! However, she is merely a woman..."

All is vividly remembered

Ying Huan raised her hand and gently brushed her cheeks, dissipating some of the warmth, before turning to look at Ning Mo, "Can you brew tea?"

Di Feng continued, "I believe that this matter is by no means something that the unscrupulous people within the city of Zhuzhou can orchestrate. If it were not for a meticulously planned arrangement in advance, how could the strict military discipline of Ye Qi allow someone to easily infiltrate the city’s defenses? Moreover, the hidden traitor among the city’s garrison does not aim to retake the city, but rather to provoke a war between the states of Ye Qi and Tai Tan. I suspect that if there is no powerful figure manipulating this behind the scenes, it would be difficult for it to come to fruition."

That person's eyes, that person's lips, the expression on that person's face when they spoke these words

Qiao Mei paused her steps and turned back to take another glance

Afraid that the car platform is too high for her to get down, should I give her a hand

The fingertips glided over the raised patterns on the box, tracing them one by one, and a smile involuntarily appeared.

Red to the extreme

Di Feng looked over and saw that the carriage was left alone, abandoned in that place, and for a moment, no one paid it any attention.

When can I truly trust him...

He stepped aside for two paces, took the food box that had been set aside on the table when he entered earlier, opened it, and placed it in front of Ying Huan

Is Ye Qi trying to find an excuse to declare war on Tai Tun this time? But this excuse is too flimsy

I initially thought that Tai Tong's actions would evoke a sense of appreciation from Ye Qi, yet Zhu Xiong had indeed given him that small box earlier...! ... What on earth is going on here!

The young soldier from Ye Qi ran over and called out to her: "Qiao... Qiao girl, General Zhu wants you to go over and enter the city with those common people!"

It is clearly a frivolous act, yet he carries it out so brazenly, as if it were perfectly justified.

He continued to look at the red marks on her hand, his brows furrowing even tighter, "It is too late now; I will bring medicine for Your Majesty to apply tomorrow."

Ying Huan's eyelashes fluttered slightly, yet she remained silent

Ying Huan took a deep breath, pushed Ning Mo away with one hand, but her hand was still soft and quite powerless

The man before her understands everything in his heart, his movements so gentle, solely to stir the deepest strings of her heart.

As if living in harmony

Thus, my heart became even more anxious

However, after only taking a few steps, he suddenly heard Ying Huan calling him from behind, her voice laced with laughter: "Di Feng"

It turns out he is the general of Tai Tun.

Ying Huan turned his back to him and said, "Is there anything else?"

In Ying Huan's eyes sparkled with brightness as she looked at Ning Mo and pretended to be angry, saying: "Where did you hear that I enjoy these snacks?"

This tea is indeed good tea

His fingertip brushed against the softness of her lips, causing a slight tingling sensation in her heart

Ning Mo took the handkerchief, wiped his hands slightly, returned it to the palace maid, walked to Ying Huan's side, and took over to help her change clothes

The gaze involuntarily shifted to those four characters again

No wonder he specifically sent someone from the capital to Zhi Prefecture to welcome the people; it turns out he harbored this intention in his heart

These items were what she secretly ate when she slipped out of the palace as a child. Since then, they have lingered in her heart. Although she had someone buy them for her a few times later on, in recent years, her thoughts have been occupied by other matters, and she has not thought about these again. Little did she realize that those below were still concerned for her.

Ying Huanxin's heart softened, and her body involuntarily leaned into his embrace, "Ning Mo."

Di Feng stopped him, saying, "General Zhu, do not be anxious." He raised his hand to gesture, "This place is quite far from the city walls of Zhuzhou. Anyone capable of shooting such an arrow must possess exceptional archery skills. If General Zhu were to make a grand show of capturing someone at this moment, it would likely alarm the snake in the grass. It would be better to quietly summon the commanding officer of the garrison later to inquire, and the matter will become clear at once."

The voice is soft and husky, enticingly sweet

Ying Huan was unaware of his intentions, raising an eyebrow to look at him, yet she did not ask him in front of everyone.

Di Feng saw that Zhu Xiong had already understood, and he also breathed a sigh of relief

Ning Mo embraced her waist, his tongue lightly brushing her lips like falling leaves on water, kissing her gently, his long fingers slipping into her silk dress, caressing her slowly.

She felt completely relaxed, a tingling sensation in her ears that spread throughout her entire body like water

That person is indeed arrogant, not afraid that his actions might provoke her anger

Ning Mo's long fingers moved to Ying Huan's waist, gently tying a knot with the sash, "Your Majesty, have you been feeling much better these days?"

With a light breath of joy, his lips kissed mine, and the belt around my waist slipped from his hands, falling to the ground. The long tassels trailed down, softly nestling into a pile.

The previously tense atmosphere suddenly dissipated, and everyone felt a sense of unease.

Di Feng clamped the horse's belly with his legs, "General Zhu, may I have a moment of convenience?"

She heard the soldiers of Tai Lun calling him, General Di

Unexpectedly, he suddenly lowered his head, approached her, tilted his head, and then kissed her lips.

Di Feng shook his head, knowing that she was dismissing him, and said: "There is nothing else, I shall take my leave first." He then lowered his head and retreated towards the palace door

She took a shallow breath, lightly flicked her fingers, and closed the lid of the box

Ying Huan pressed her lips together and raised her eyes to look, only to see Ning Mo also gazing at her, his eyes bright and gentle, causing her heart to soften involuntarily

Di Feng's eyes couldn't help but glance at the arrow on the ground, the tail of the arrow... Suddenly, a thought flashed through his mind.

Upon returning from the state of Zhuzhou, Di Feng did not dare to rest. He immediately entered the palace and reported the situation outside the city to Ying Huan. Upon hearing this, Ying Huan was also shocked and ordered urgent communication with officials from two provinces and important ministers of the central government to discuss the matter in the palace.

Still as a deep pool, undisturbed by waves, dark and bottomless

Ying Huan shook his head, chuckled twice, and then looked up at Ning Mo, saying, "Forget it."

The palace maids followed closely behind, "Your Majesty has announced that Physician Ning will enter the palace tonight, do not forget..."

Ning Mo's gaze swept over the jade box and silver bottle, his expression changed slightly, raised an eyebrow, then returned to normal. He then looked at the needle-like tea leaves, paused for a moment, and then a glint appeared in his eyes. He stepped forward and took the tin pot, "I will brew it."

My heart skipped a beat as my eyes fixed on the golden box, and I suddenly found the flowing golden patterns along the edge of the box to be quite dazzling

The horse, increasingly startled, dragged the carriage behind it and charged straight to the front of the Tai Dun formation. Amid the jolting, the wooden planks of the carriage creaked as if they were about to crack.

Ying Huan nodded, a slight smile playing at the corners of her mouth, "Lord Ning's medical skills are well-known throughout the court; there is no reason for them to be anything but excellent"

Zhu Xiong looked at him, "Naturally. General Di, what's the matter?"

She paused for a moment before finally speaking, "What exactly are you after?"

The thin silk handkerchief held in his palm made his heart race unexpectedly

Joy as if it were a lifetime

Clear spring water

Such fine tea, having traveled a thousand miles, how could one not brew it

Zhu Xiong was still cursing loudly, waving his hand behind him towards the front lines, and shouted: "Listen up, everyone! Tai Lun harbors malicious intentions towards us, claiming it is for the sake of returning what is owed, but in reality, he wants to take the opportunity to kill us! Follow me!"

Ning Mo looked at the tea, his eyes growing darker. He raised his hand to present a bowl to Ying Huan, saying, "Your Majesty, please enjoy."

Upon considering this, Ying's heart brightened instantly, and she chuckled to herself for a while before her eyes glanced at the small jewelry box on the table

All the ministers present in the court are the pillars of the dynasty, among whom several are veteran officials from two reigns. After hearing what Di Feng had to say, everyone fell into deep thought, and not a single person spoke first.

However, due to the longstanding enmity between Tai Tun and Ye Qi, upon seeing that arrow, he instinctively assumed it was the doing of the other party.

In an instant, the formation of Ye Qi was thrown into chaos. The horse, being untrained for battle, could not withstand such a situation. With a misstep of its front hoof, it broke through the Ye Qi cavalry formation.

At night, there is a breeze; though it is not strong, it carries a chill, lifting the hem of her skirt gently and tousling the loose strands of hair that hang by her temples

Ying Huan stepped out of the palace, paused underfoot, and raised her eyes to gaze at the distant night sky. There was no moon, but sparse stars adorned the curtain of night, occasionally twinkling, casting soft, bright dots.

Feeling somewhat displeased, this woman was originally brought to the Emperor by him, yet after a long detour, the Emperor has commanded him to return her.

In the distance, before the steps of the Jinghuan Hall, a figure stands tall, their plain shirt gently fluttering in the wind, becoming even more striking against the night backdrop

Ying Huan lowered her eyes, "This Liu De is really too bold, daring to speak recklessly behind my back."

Since Ye Qi occupied Zhu State, the city defenses have been completely changed, and the orders to pacify the people within the city have been fully implemented. Who could have imagined that there would still be people from Nan Guo infiltrating the city’s military as spies, causing chaos at this time

That silk scarf is an item for women, easily recognized by everyone

Zhu Xiong was taken aback, and only then did he realize, unable to help but smile awkwardly. He knew that his earlier words had offended Di Feng, and at this moment, he was unwilling to create further discord, so he said: "In that case, General Di, please proceed..."

She reached out to pick up the gold box, placing it in the palm of her hand, perfectly filling her palm.

Zhu Xiong brought Qiao Mei to Zhuzhou, but due to some delays on the road, he could not take the time to settle her in the city. He planned to wait until the people of Ye Qi were welcomed back before leading everyone into the city together, but unexpectedly, this situation arose.

Ning Mo presented the silver chopsticks, having carefully sampled the food from the box before handing it to Ying Huan, "Your Majesty, please give it a try"

I couldn't help but be greatly surprised.

It turns out his surname is Di

She smiled gently, "Make tea."

Upon this thought, Zhu Xiong tilted his eyes slightly, displaying a hint of impatience, and said to Di Feng: "It is nothing to worry about, General Di need not take it to heart." He then turned to a young officer and instructed: "Go and have her get off the carriage, and walk with those common people towards the city gate." With a wave of his arm, he added, "What are you all staring blankly for over there? Are you waiting for me to invite you to leave?"

This woman, with a delicate and slender body, although not stunningly beautiful, has a clear and pleasant appearance.

Di Feng's face changed, he stepped forward and loudly said to Zhu Xiong, "General Zhu, hold on!" He quickly raised his hand, the tip of his spear touched the ground, causing the feathers on the arrow to tremble. "General Zhu, take a closer look, where do you think this arrow came from?"