Yinyue Bridge in Danger
Vol V Chapter 33
As we got closer and closer to the Yinyue Bridge, we could clearly see the people on the bridge. They were red men and green women, and the lights were dazzling.
"The bright moon is thousands of miles away. No matter where you stand, it's still round!”Yang Yang looked up at the full moon in the sky and sighed.
Murong Ze smiled and patted his shoulder," Is Yu Feng homesick?”
"I've been away from home for almost a year, and I rarely get together with my family. At times like this, I always feel homesick.”
"How could that be? I often wander outside, and my fourth brother stays at the border of Xirong all year round. It's rare for the family to get together. It's only on New Year's Eve every year. This year, we even missed it…"
I saw how depressed he was and thought of Tiandu's brothers and sisters-in-law. I also became worried.
Murong Cang hugged my waist and scolded Murong Ze,""Why are you saying these unhappy things again and making your sister-in-law sad? Life was not as good as it seemed, so he had to cherish this moment. Otherwise, what fun would there be?”
Murong Ze laughed." Fourth Brother, you're right. Let's not talk about those unhappy things today!"”He winked at me, but I ignored him.
Ji Xiang looked at Yinyue Bridge and turned around to say to Murong Cang,""Fourth Master, if we want to enter Ningzhou City, I'm afraid this ship won't be able to pass!”
I looked forward and realized that we were on the lake just now. Now that we have crossed the Yinyue Bridge and are near the inner city, I'm afraid the river is crowded. Our boat seems to be a little too big. What a pity.
Murong Cang frowned and said softly,"Shall we go in and take a look?"”
I shook my head,"Forget it, it's already night time and I'm a bit tired. I've already had a lot of fun today, so why don't we go back first and let Fifth Brother accompany Young Master Yang and the others? I don't want to spoil everyone's fun just because of me."”
Murong Cang nodded in agreement and said to Murong Ze,""Fifth brother, you and Young Master Yang are like old friends, you should get closer to each other. Your sister-in-law has a body and is easily tired, so we will go back first.”Then, she apologized to Yang Yang," Today, after meeting Young Master Yang, I realized that there really is such a carefree person in this world. However, my wife is not feeling well and cannot travel with Young Master in Ningzhou City. We will part ways here. Young Master, please do not take offense. Let Fifth Brother accompany Young Master for a while longer!"”
Yang Yang smiled elegantly and cupped his hands at Murong Cang,""Fourth Young Master, you are too kind. It is Yang's honor to have Brother Liuyun as his companion!”
Yang Yang and Murong Ze flew onto the Yinyue Bridge after they finished speaking. We watched them from the boat. They were like a pair of immortals. I waved at them, and Murong Ze waved back at me.
Murong Cang looked at Du Yunyan and said politely," Miss Du was unwilling to travel with them just now. I'm afraid that she wants to go home. In that case, how about I send a small boat to send you home?"”
Du Yunyan looked at Murong Cang with a resentful expression. After a while, she replied,""I don't dare to trouble you, young master. Yun Yan's boat is at the back. Young master, please wait here for a moment.”
"Since that's the case, let's take a good look at the number one scenic spot in Ning Province-Yinyue Bridge!”I smiled. I heard that this Moon Seal Bridge can produce 15 moons. I know that this is only the effect of the bridge's design, but why is it odd and not even? Actually, I really wanted to go up the bridge to see what was going on. However, compared to safety issues, this little curiosity was really nothing. I wasn't that willful.
We were about to turn around when we heard a few shouts-
" Fourth Brother, be careful!!"
"Madam!"
I turned around and saw Ji Xiang blocking in front of me. I didn't know where the hidden weapon flying from the bridge hit. Ji Xiang's sword was extremely fast, and the sound of the hidden weapon hitting the sword was so ear-piercing. There was red mist in front of my eyes. Whose blood was it?
Murong Cang picked me up and turned around to enter the cabin. I knew that there were already assassins on board. From underwater and on the bridge, countless black shadows surrounded us. Murong Cang was very calm and only said one sentence,"Don't be afraid!"
I smiled and lifted my veil to kiss him."With you around, what am I afraid of!"
Qing Ming rushed into the cabin and looked at us. He said to Murong Cang,""Fourth Master, forty-two people came, and seventeen have been killed. Ji Xiang is injured, and…the boat is leaking!”
The boat was leaking? This last sentence was the main point!
I looked at Murong Cang. His brows were tightly furrowed as he said angrily,"What a thief, Cao Jin 'an." I immediately understood that this was a trap, but how could a person like Murong Cang fall for it?
"Fourth Master, the current plan is to send Furen to a safe place as soon as possible. Fifth Master and Young Master Yang have already controlled the situation outside. We…" Qing Feng's first consideration was always my safety. This was probably his professional habit.
Murong Cang waved his hand and narrowed his eyes.""It's not safe on the shore. Qing Ming, shoot this out immediately.”As he spoke, he handed Qing Ming a dark purple bamboo tube. I guessed that it was a signal flare from ancient times.
"Yes, sir!"
I looked around and suddenly remembered something."Where is Lady Du?"
"Miss Jing has already protected her ashore!”
I was stunned!
Xiao Jing protected Du Yunyan ashore? Why?
"That's what I ordered. With her on the ship, we'll be in more danger!”
I looked at Murong Cang and said angrily,"Then isn't Xiao Jing in danger?"”
He didn't say anything. My heart was cold, so cold…
Why Xiao Jing? Everyone else's martial arts were better than Little Jing's, right? Was it necessary to use the weakest Xiao Jing to take the risk just to confuse the enemy? Murong Cang, you were indeed born into an imperial family!
I sat on the ground weakly. Qing Styx came back and reported,"The assassins have retreated, Ji Xiang is heavily injured, and five others are lightly injured. The ship is leaking heavily, and our ship is already here!”
" Leave quickly. There must be gunpowder on this ship. Once the water reaches a certain level, it will definitely…" Murong Cang said as he hugged me and flew out. I looked up and saw a ship parked nearby. I looked back at the Yinyue Bridge. At this time, there were no red men and green women, no fire trees and silver flowers. After the battle just now, the people had long fled. In the distance, there was still singing and dancing, but this place was already another world.
What should I say? Another assassination attempt? Or did he gain a lot?
He had seriously injured Ji Xiang, and Xiao Jing had gone missing. Finally, he had dug out the biggest tumor-Cao Jin 'an?
Then, Murong Cang, are we really out to play, or is all of this within your expectations? Otherwise, why would the ship I'm on appear? Who's the bait? Is it me? Since you are certain that Du Yunyan is not safe, why didn't you kill her with your sword? Instead, you asked my Xiao Jing to take the risk. You still want to get some information from her, right?
I hope to get a negative answer from you, but I can't ask, so I'll never get an answer.
When Ji Xiang was carried in, I didn't want to look at him because I didn't know what to say. I had been giving him a hard time, but the moment the hidden weapon flew over, the person who was the fastest to stand in front of me was him. At that moment, I seemed to realize that he always stood at the place closest to me, intentionally or unintentionally.
"Madam, do you want to see Manager Ji?”
I waved my hand and said,"Let's wait until he recovers. Otherwise, what's the use of looking at him?" Tell him that when he recovers, I have something to ask him. Tell him not to hang up.”I don't care if they know what 'hanging up' means. I don't have the strength now.
"Xi-er, I have already asked Ah Ze to personally pick up Little Jing. Young Master Yang will also go.”Murong Cang's voice was a little hard. I turned my head and swallowed my saliva." Don't say anything. It's more important to go home first. If there's anything, we can talk about it when we get home. I'm not fighting with anyone, but I always hope…"
"Hope for what?"
"Don't always let me be the last to know about everything, okay? I'm really afraid of being kept in the dark. I don't know anything. I almost lost my life because of my ignorance?”
I should have lost my life. Wasn't I already dead to Wang Chen and the others?
His expression was ugly and he looked at me sadly. I could tell that he was on the verge of anger.
"Do you think I set up everything today? Do you think I would gamble with your life? Xi-er, you've always thought that you understood me, but is that all you trust me with?”
"I'm confident that I won't lose to any woman in this world. Whether it's princess Tian Xiang or the number one beauty in Jiangnan, I've never put her in my eyes. But Murong Cang, there are some things that women can never compare to, even if it's me. In the eyes of men, power, reputation, and responsibility were more important than women.”
I don't know why I said these words. I also don't know that my words have deeply hurt this man's heart.
"Xi-er, can you be fair? After the new emperor ascended the throne, did I ever have any improper thoughts about the throne?”
"No!"
"Then what right do I have? If I don't seize the throne, won't my power be enough? I'm already satisfied."
"I said that I still have responsibilities and reputation. Murong Cang, could it be that you have never used despicable means to achieve your goal? You have a clear conscience, you…"
"I have a clear conscience and never thought of using you, at least after I saw you for the first time.”
I suddenly felt powerless. Was I wrong? But why? What is stuck in my throat, making me feel so uncomfortable?
"Forget it. I'm very tired. Xi-er, don't argue about this, okay?”
I nodded. Azurepeak came in to report,"Your Highness, the boat has docked and the carriage is waiting on the shore.”
Murong Cang picked me up and got into the carriage. Ji Xiang couldn't move and was lying in the carriage. Azurepeak was taking care of him. Other than Yiwen, everyone else was riding horses.
"How is he?"
"The concealed weapon is poisonous, but Doctor Zhai should have a way to deal with it after we return to the village!”
Azurepeak looked at me, then looked at Murong Cang. He wanted to say something but hesitated. I was a little impatient. I glanced at him and said,"Why have you become so awkward? Can't you just say what you want to say?”
"It's nothing. You're overthinking!"
I found it strange. At this moment, Murong Cang snorted and didn't say anything. The atmosphere was a little stagnant for a moment...
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This strange atmosphere lasted until we returned to the Tide-stirring Villa. The moment we got off the carriage, Murong Cang broke the silence. Xi-er, believe me!"
I really wanted to argue a little more, but my body reacted even faster. I couldn't help but nod and lean towards him. At this moment, Qing Feng had already carried Ji Xiang out of the car. Doctor Zhai was already waiting in the hall.
Murong Cang carried me back to the house and told me to rest first. He wanted to tell them about what happened tonight. Moreover, the Ningzhou County Governor had already arrived at the manor. At this moment, he was probably trembling in fear as he waited for his punishment.
"Call me when Little Jing comes back, call me when Ji Xiang wakes up!”
He responded and left, but I kept staring at him. In the end, I still put on a cloak and slowly walked into the courtyard. The bright moon in the sky shone coldly on this huge courtyard. I was the only one in the courtyard.
In fact, the moon was thousands of miles away, and the moonlight did not change. The only difference was the person's mood.
I can't let go of everything that happened today. Murong Cang would never joke around with my life, but what if he was confident that he could completely protect me? Why did Jianqiu ask him to bring Shu Lei along when he came the day before yesterday, despite the little fellow's unwillingness? Why must it be Xiao Jing who sent Miss Du ashore? Can't someone else? Many days ago, he had said that Cao Jin 'an was unreliable. Why did he still need his men to protect him and summon his boat to swim on the lake today?
Am I overthinking things, or is my lover supposed to be so unfathomable?
He loves me, it's true love!
He was passionate for only one person!
I should be satisfied. This is all a woman can ask for in her life, isn't it? What else do I have to struggle for? No matter how conceited I was, no matter how much power I held in my hands, I was still bound by my emotions in the end.
This time, if Xiao Jing had not sent Du Yunyan ashore, then this plan would not have been perfect. Murong Cang had shown his weakness just right, but…
He could also completely protect Little Jing?
He probably didn't care that much!
This was the scary thing about men. This was the scary thing about men in high positions. Most of the time, they were cold-blooded.
What about me?
I'm not that noble. I'm angry about Xiao Jing's matter. 70% of it is for her safety. What about the other 30%?
I'm afraid it's just my laughable conceit.
Murong Cang questioned me coldly-
You only trust me this much?
I was confused and uneasy. This hit my heart. I had always boasted that I understood him and trusted him, but deep in my heart, I still built a fortress for myself and didn't let anyone get close to me. I was afraid of getting hurt. Even if he loved me like Murong Cang, I would always guess that he would betray me for something else. I was afraid of such a betrayal, so I was so sensitive.
I can't trust others, but I always ask them to trust me unconditionally. Is that possible?
I leaned against the porch softly. My stomach was really too big now. Moreover, the little guy was often restless. He would torture his mother in various ways and help his father torture his mother.
"Wangfei, why are you sitting here in the wind? What would happen if he got a cold?”
Other than Zhou Quan 'er, no one else would think of making such a fuss. I saw his anxious expression and asked,"Is Little Jing back?"
He nodded and replied," Yes, Fifth Master brought Miss Jing back to the residence. She's safe and sound!"”
I heaved a sigh of relief in my heart, but I still didn't want to move. I only instructed,"Call Xiao Jing over. I don't want to get up.”
"This…"
"Go!"
"Yes."
"Princess Consort…"
Every time Xiao Jing called me, her voice was full of emotion. I smiled faintly and saw the tears in her eyes. I comforted her softly,"I've wronged you."
Xiao Jing wiped her eyes and shook her head." In fact, Your Highness has thought it through. We have people on the shore, and Your Highness has also guessed the location. After I sent Miss Du ashore, there were indeed people who wanted to restrain me. Miss Du also disappeared in the blink of an eye. Fortunately, there was someone to help. Later, His Highness Jin also came personally, so I was only scared but not in danger. It was actually-I watched the ship from above, and it was very dangerous. You-you…"
"I'm fine. Other than Sir Ji, everyone is fine.”
"Princess Consort, actually…"
"Why are you so hesitant? Is there anything you can't say to me?”
"Actually, I'm-"
"You are one of Ming Wang's men."
Xiao Jing was shocked and looked at me in disbelief. I smiled back. After a while, she stammered,"You already knew, you already knew…"
"Xiao Jing, you have been by my side for more than a year. The first person I saw when I woke up was you. No matter what you do, you will always treat me differently.”
"Did you trust me from the beginning?"
"Trust takes time, Little Jing, but goodwill doesn't. It's something that happens in an instant.”
"I never wanted to hurt you. Even His Highness Ming Wang only said…"
I waved at her to stop talking because I wasn't interested in those things." Help me back to my room. I'm really tired."”
I had just stood up and placed my hand on Xiao Jing's hand. Just as I was about to move, I saw Murong Cang standing at the door and looking over.
"Little Jing, you may leave!"
He stood in the distance and looked at me, but he just helped me up. I leaned against the pillar and looked at the moon in the sky.
"I told you that everything will be fine."
"Yes, you're a man of your word. I believe you.”
"Do you have to say such harsh words? Would I make you feel better if you hurt me?”
"No, but I need to vent now.”
"You can hit me…"
"I don't have the strength. Besides, I like to hurt people's hearts.”
He smiled and quickly walked to my side." You woman, whose heart can you hurt? You've always only hurt my heart, but I'm always willing to be hurt by you. I really love you so much. What should I do?”
"You hurt me too. I love you too.”
As I spoke, I reached out and stroked his brow. Did I wear down the number one general of the Celestial Empire?
"Xi-er, no matter what happens, don't say what you said today again, okay? Do you know how deeply that hurt me?"
I nodded. Actually, I was already regretting it, but I didn't dare to say it.
"Who are those assassins?"
He frowned, but still answered honestly,"The people of the Luo Clan of Jin Province."”
The Luo Family of Jin Province? I've heard of it!
The Luo family of Jin Zhou still had a lot of moves! First, there was Mother Chang, and then there was an assassination.
"I heard that women are in charge of the Luo family now. Could it be that you owe them?”I really didn't forget to tease him for even a moment. As expected, this guy tightened his grip on my hand and coughed lightly."I'm not that kid, Ah Ze. Moreover, the person in charge of the Luo family is old enough to be our grandmother. It shouldn't be some romantic debt, right?”
I laughed." Ah Cang, I'm sorry. In fact, my heart is still not calm. I've never been content. I always look at people with vigilance, including you. I know that my words today were heavy. I'm too sensitive.”
He smiled faintly and looked at me with pity." What exactly happened? You're so cautious. Haven't I entered your heart yet?”
"No, you've long walked into the depths of my heart. Ah Cang, I said I love you. This isn't false. I trust you. This isn't false either. However, some facts shocked me so much that I couldn't help but believe it. Under such circumstances, I still opened my heart and fell in love with you. I really love you.”
"Because of your words, I don't care how deeply you hurt me. I just hope that I will always have such an honor in this life.”
"Sweet words and a glib tongue.”
"You really don't believe me?"
"I believe…"
"Fourth Brother, enough is enough. My teeth are sore from you!”
Murong Ze, this guy who ruined the mood!
" Cough-" Murong Cang coughed lightly and glared at him without leaving a trace." Have you found out?"”
"As you expected, they are from the Luo Clan of Jin Province. However, there is one thing that Fourth Brother never thought of.”Murong Ze this brat just likes to keep people in suspense. At any time, he still has to be leisurely. I didn't wait for Murong Cang to flare up and opened my mouth first, snorting,"Hurry up and tell me-"
He patted his head with a smile." I forgot that there is someone even more powerful here. This time, they are going all out to teach us a lesson. Can you guess who the fourth brother who came to meet Du Yunyan on the shore is?”
I blurted out,"Could it be Feng Qing?"”
Murong Ze smiled and shook his head." No, the person who received her was actually someone from Elysium!”
"What?" I felt dizzy from the shock and asked,"Who is it?"
"Ying Juechen!"
Ying Juechen, thirty years old, the vice sect master of the Heavenly Gates. What kind of person was he? I don't know.
"Could this person be…"
Murong Cang immediately interrupted me," No, this person shouldn't betray Elysium. Jianqiu and Azurepeak have very high opinions of this person.”
"Then what is the explanation for today's matter? Why was she involved with an awkward person like Du Yunyan?”
Murong Ze was giggling as he arranged the flowers.""Fourth sister-in-law, you have to know that he doesn't know who the sect master of the Heaven Sect is now. Also, do you know who he is with?”
I glared at him angrily, Murong Cang also had a displeased look," Still not saying it quickly?”
"It's our cousin, Qing Junwang Murong Hong!”
Another bomb exploded, making me even more dizzy…
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