"Your Highness, take a rest." The attendant went forward to persuade him. The Crown Prince had not eaten for a day. How could his body take it if this continued?
Baili Che didn't raise his head and only responded with a " hmm " to show that he understood.
After ascending to the position of Crown Prince, endless memorials, heavier homework, and stricter martial arts guidance came one after another. The number of lecturers increased from three to five. The number of riding and archery teachers had increased from two to four. Correspondingly, the time had increased by quite a bit.
Under normal circumstances, he would wake up at the right time after he fell asleep. He did not sleep more than four hours a day. The tall and strong youth was growing taller and taller day by day, but he was getting thinner and thinner day by day. No matter who saw it, their hearts ached. The Empress was still the same, but ever since the Eldest Prince went to the Imperial Tombs, she didn't know why she wasn't friendly to the Third Prince. When he looked at the Third Prince, he always had a mysterious smile on his face. It made people who were standing at the side shiver. He only smiled at the Empress Dowager and Princess Qian Lan.
The Emperor should have valued the Crown Prince. However, for some reason, it only increased the Crown Prince's work and schoolwork. Good jobs rarely fell on the Crown Prince. Instead, he doted on the Fourth Prince Baili Yan more than before. The court was in turmoil, and the officials were at a loss, afraid that they would stand on the wrong side. He was respectful to the Crown Prince, but he did not dare to neglect the Fourth Prince.
Baili Che was still smiling and smiling in front of the many curious eyes, which made people feel warm. Only a few people close to the Crown Prince knew that the Crown Prince had become increasingly silent. Occasionally, when he had some rare leisure time, he would stand on the high platform and look at the mountains in the west in a daze, not allowing anyone to disturb him.
At this time, only Princess Xuya, the princess of the Beihan Kingdom, dared to disturb them. Then, he would be mercilessly chased out by the Crown Prince. The marriage of the Beihan Kingdom was put on hold, and Wanqi Xuya stayed in the imperial palace of Tokyo as a guest. She could choose the sons of the royal family to marry. However, Princess Xuya had already made it clear that she admired the Third Prince Baili Che, so how could she marry someone else?
She was proud of her good looks and noble status. He refused to be forced.
"Baili Che, one day you will beg me to marry you.”
That seemed to be the case.
Therefore, Princess Xuya and the Crown Prince's every move received special attention from all sides.
"Your Highness, Princess Xuya is here.”the attendant said softly. He thought to himself that even if he had to accompany the princess, he would have to eat some food.
Baili Che raised his head and pinched his glabella in annoyance. Looking at the sky, he remembered that the waiter was still asking for instructions about the meal. He put down the memorial in his hand and said,"Prepare the meal. Invite the princess over for a meal.”
He still had to give her this bit of face.
In a moment, Princess Xu Ya, who had a sweet smile on her face, dismissed the maids and walked in alone.
"Baili Che, do you think I look good?”Moqi Xuya jogged two steps, spread her arms, and spun around twice.
The skirt fluttered in the wind. In this snowy winter season, it bloomed like a gorgeous flower. The bright red high-waisted skirt and the pale red silver coat. The gorgeous clothes and dazzling lights were not like those of the human world.
Huan 'er also liked to wear high-waisted skirts and short jackets. Unlike the person in front of her, Huan 'er was purer and more playful. He was even more moved. Even if his beautiful little elf was just nine years old, even if she flew far away and was not by his side.
Princess Xuya had thought that Baili Che's absent-mindedness was because of her beauty, but after looking at his expression carefully, she realized that it was not the case.
His expression drifted far away, very ethereal. It was filled with sadness and nostalgia.
It was as if he had lost the most precious thing. Her heart was empty.
She did not like this feeling.
She liked Baili Che, so she naturally paid special attention to his affairs.
She knew that the girl in Baili Che's heart was only nine years old. She was the only daughter of General Nalan Jinghe, the granddaughter of the Right Prime Minister Lin Nanzhi, the Princess Sushu whom the Empress Dowager could not forget, and one of the five noble ladies of Tokyo. She was a talented girl.
These days, General Nalan's family affairs were all over the place.
His wife ran away from home with his only daughter. The eldest son often stayed in the Black Manor and was unwilling to return. Even the deeds of the only daughter of the Nalan family were brought up.
Including the current Crown Prince's love and care for her, protecting her with his life.
Xuya suppressed the bitterness in her heart. It was impossible for him to not be able to defeat a person who had already left. Moreover, the Crown Prince's 'we'll discuss it again in three years' had already caused Nalan Qinghuan to offend all the high officials and nobles in Jinghe City.
Baili Che, what are you daydreaming about?" Princess Xuya jumped in front of Baili Che and waved her slender fingers.
"Princess Xuya, don't get so close to me.”Baili Che frowned slightly and instinctively dodged backwards.
Wanqi Xuya felt a slight pain in her heart. It was as if he had learned how to ride a horse in the past and had suddenly fallen to the ground. For a moment, he felt a little suffocated and could not breathe. Did he hate her so much?
"Princess, please come this way." The attendant came forward to invite him. Princess Xuya looked at Baili Che who had already left and bit her lips, her eyes shining with determination.
At the same time, General Nalan's manor was gloomy.
"Madam Ming Yan, please don't make things difficult for me. The general said that he won't see anyone." Lin Chuan bowed and stood firmly at the bedroom door.
"Lin Chuan, I'm just worried about the general." Li Mingyan's expression was sorrowful. He needs someone to take care of him now."
Lin Chuan lowered his head. Out of sight, out of mind.
"Lin Chuan! I'm still the general's concubine. How can you be so rude?" Li Mingyan was in a hurry and couldn't care less.
"Lin Chuan." A deep voice came from the room.
"General!" Li Mingyan cried out involuntarily.
"Madam Ming Yan, please go back."”His voice and attitude became much tougher. The general had just gone through acupuncture last night, so he had exhausted too much energy. How could he withstand the disturbance at this moment? Moreover, he still had to continue his treatment tonight.
" You…" Li Mingyan gritted her teeth and went back with Jing 'er's help.
That night, Jing Hua Garden.
"General. Bear with it." A white-robed doctor stood beside the bed. He held a silver needle in his hand and firmly pierced it into the acupuncture point on Nalan Jinghe's leg.
Nalan Jinghe was sweating profusely, the veins on his forehead bulging. It was obvious that the pain was unbearable.
The doctor in white was also sweating profusely, and his eyes were red. He calmed himself down and inserted the last needle. Lin Chuan watched from the side and couldn't help but close his eyes. She thought to herself, General, why are you doing this? You angered Madam, Young Miss, and Young Master to leave. In the end, you're the only one left. He still had to rely on the doctor that Miss had invited to recover his body.
"General, your perseverance is astonishing.”The doctor in white cupped his hands." As long as we can hold on for another half a month. We can probably go out soon."
"Thank you, sir." Nalan Jinghe's face flushed red as he let out a low groan.
"General is too polite." The doctor in white turned to Lin Chuan." Wait for me to prescribe a medicine to consolidate the effect."”
Lin Chuan politely invited the doctor to the other desk.
"Father." A white figure came in from outside.
"Lang 'er." Nalan Jinghe's eyes widened as he watched his son run and kneel in front of him. He quickly reached out to hold his son's shoulder." Why are you back?”
Nalan Qinglang looked at the sweat on his father's forehead and the silver needle on his leg. His eyes were filled with tears and he choked up.
"Brother-in-law." Lin Nan's third son, Lin Zhongjun, followed him in.
"Third Brother." Nalan Jinghe cried out in surprise.
Lin Zhongjun took a step forward and saw Nalan Jinghe's situation clearly. He frowned and sighed: "Don't blame Lang 'er. When you went to prison, I was locked up in Black Eagle Manor. He was just released."
Nalan Jinghe only wished for his son to be safe. He was grateful for the Lin Manor's actions, so how could he blame them?"Third brother is so thoughtful. I understand."
"Father, your son is unfilial." Nalan Qinglang sobbed. He was thirteen years old this year. She had stopped crying since she was very young. He was a boy, and he had a younger sister. She had always asked herself to be stronger. At this moment, he had turned into a small child again. His mother had left with his sister, and his father had been seriously injured. The family was gone. There was no warmth and happiness like before.
Nalan Jinghe stroked his son's head." Lang 'er, the Nalan family can't just fall apart like this." Didn't the Crown Prince give you the chance to go to the battlefield? The Nalan family will depend on you in the future. Lang 'er, are you confident?"
Nalan Qinglang nodded heavily. Right, he wanted to become stronger. He wanted to protect the Nalan family, his father, mother, and sister. He wanted to bring his mother and sister home.
"Ma Shun, invite Instructor Cheng over.”Nalan Jinghe shouted.
Ma Shun answered and left.
A short while later, a tall middle-aged man walked in with Ma Shun.
The man wore a green cotton shirt and a pair of greenish-gray boots. His entire person exuded a simple and unadorned aura. However, even with such a simple outfit, no one dared to look down on him. He was like a sword wrapped in layers of coarse cloth, with a sharp edge.
The most special thing was that he was wearing a half-face mask. From his forehead to his nose. Only a pair of calm eyes were revealed. The waves were calm.
It was Lin Bai Cheng.
He walked in and bowed.
"Instructor Cheng, this is my son, Nalan Qinglang. I'll leave him to you in the future." Nalan Jinghe went straight to the point and said," Lang 'er, this is Instructor Cheng. In the future, you have to respect him as if he was your father.”
Nalan Qinglang had already calmed down. He walked forward and knelt in front of Lin Baicheng, kowtowing three times. "Master!"
Lin Bai and Cheng Anran accepted it calmly. They nodded and helped Nalan Qinglang up. They inadvertently placed their fingers on his pulse. The corners of his mouth curled up. Then, he took out two books from his pocket. After a moment, he put one of the books back into his pocket. The other book was handed to Qing Lang. This child had actually learned some profound martial arts. Naturally, there was no need for martial arts.
Qing Lang accepted it respectfully and opened it.
The words 'Lin Clan's Art of War' were written on the blue booklet. He was slightly puzzled. Who wrote this art of war? Opening the book cover, he saw an unrestrained signature of "Lin Bai Cheng". Nalan Qinglang was filled with respect.
"Thank you, Master."”
Nalan Jinghe was curious when he saw the booklet.""Lang 'er, show it to father."
Nalan Qinglan glanced at Lin Baicheng. Seeing that he nodded, she walked over and placed the book in Nalan Jinghe's hands.
Nalan Jinghe looked at the words " Lin Clan's Art of War " and felt like he was sweating in the middle of winter. He flipped open the book and saw the signature. The corners of his mouth trembled slightly. Thus, he opened the book and read two pages carefully.
What a fire.
"You…You!" Nalan Jinghe pointed at Lin Baicheng and was so angry that he couldn't speak." This is the art of war written by Lin Baicheng?”
Instructor Cheng was still standing there calmly. He nodded. He raised his chin slightly, his eyes shining with a smug light.
"Father, is there anything wrong?" Nalan Qinglang felt that the atmosphere was a little strange.
Nalan Jinghe felt bitter and could not say anything. This Lin Baicheng did not write the Lin Clan's art of war. At least half of the art of war in this book was his, his! However, he couldn't say it yet. If he did, he wouldn't be able to explain Instructor Cheng's background. Nalan Jing's face flushed red. In the future, when my Lang 'er makes a contribution and uses my art of war, I still have to thank you, Lin Baicheng, right?
However, he saw a mischievous light in Lin Bai Cheng's eyes.
Instantly, her heart softened.
Bai Cheng hadn't been so happy in a long time. Forget it.
He shook his head helplessly at Qing Lang,"It's nothing." This book was excellent. You have to put in your heart. Master Cheng's throat is broken. You have to take good care of him and not be naughty.”
Nalan Qinglang nodded.
The night sky outside the window was deep, and the stars blinked mischievously. Everything would be fine, right?# Cancel review all: wdd201302 Time:111420185:56PM
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