Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 379

Chapter 379 A Lifetime

After staying in Dafeichuan for three days, Qin Mubai inspected the army here and inspected the defense. He was very satisfied.

Dafeichuan was Helong’s first line of defense against Tibet, and also the great barrier of the Great Western Front. No matter when there were no mistakes here, both Qin Mubai and Qin Shubao treated this matter as a top priority when they were in power. Xue Wanjun naturally understood the meaning behind the battle, so he did his best. The previous time the emperor praised all the generals of Lanzhou, Qin Mubai had pushed Xue Wanjun out for the first time, allowing him to enjoy a lot of benefits from being promoted to the rank of Jia Jue. Compared to Qin Mubai, who only accepted intangible assets when he married a princess, he had received ten times more rewards. Since then, Xue Wanjun had become even more energetic, and Qin Mubai was even more relieved.

Da Feichuan should be able to rest assured here. Qin Mubai could freely run Lanzhou’s internal affairs and slowly shift the strategic focus to Yuyang, Loulan, and Gao Chang, where his father was in charge.

On this day, the Governor of Lanzhou sent a fast horse messenger, saying that Su Dingfang sent a letter to inform the father and daughter of the king of Jiangxia that they were about to arrive in Lanzhou, and that the large quantities of grain delivered by the Yishang Wu Clan were also about to arrive, so please return to the Governor of Lanzhou to preside over the overall situation. Qin Mubai left Da Feichuan and returned to Lanzhou.

During the few days he stayed in Dafei Chuan, there was something interesting. Hou Junji, who had always pretended not to care about anything, occasionally strolled towards the barracks turret. Qin Mubai knew that he really wanted to see the red cannon with his own eyes, but out of restraint, he opened his mouth again. The soldiers guarding the fort were all “ruthless” and strictly guarded against strangers, so Hou Junji could be considered panicked.

Qin Mubai pretended to be ignorant, but he didn’t want him to broaden his horizons, so he had to wait for him to ask. Hou Junji was also more energetic, thinking that if he didn’t look, then he wouldn’t look. What shabby stuff, he even hid it!

However, the more he endured this, the more curious Hou Junji became after witnessing the divine might of the red cannon. Only he could understand what it was like. Qin Mubai and Xue Wanjun only laughed inwardly and did not break it.

When they returned to Lanzhou City, they happened to encounter Wu Meiniang and the governor, Xiao Liang, transporting grain back together. The situation wasn’t too bad. There were nearly 300,000 stones left out of the 500,000 stones of grain when they left. As a result of the spring war, Lanzhou’s local agriculture was greatly damaged and could no longer afford to spend a large amount of military supplies. The three hundred thousand stones of grain was like sending charcoal in the snow, and Lanzhou’s army and people were overjoyed.

When he saw Wu Meiniang again, Qin Mubai felt a burst of heartache. Perhaps it had been a long time since the beautiful beauty had taken a bath. In addition, the journey was extremely arduous. She had lost a lot of weight, and her body was even more messy. Her past radiance had dimmed a lot. Qin Mubai would have suspected that she was seriously ill if not for the shocking and exciting look in her eyes.

At this time, Su Dingfang’s fast horse messenger came to deliver another letter, saying that the father and daughter of the king of Jiangxia could arrive at Lanzhou City tomorrow. Qin Mubai instructed his subordinates to arrange these trivial matters and host a banquet for Xiao Liang and the rest of the generals who had returned from Hou Junji’s work. As he drank wine and ate meat, he felt even more anxious to accompany Wu Meiniang.

The grain had already been handed over to the military for storage. Wu Meiniang’s entire body lightened, and she immediately felt boundless exhaustion. Originally, she had quietly stayed in the Governor’s Mansion and waited for Qin Mubai, who was out entertaining, to come back for dinner before enjoying the sweet time for the two of them. However, he could not endure any longer. He slept in the bathtub and was helped into his room by his maid. He slept in the darkness without eating.

By the time Qin Mubai returned, the breeze had already passed through Liu Yuelang and the stars were dim. The Great Governor’s Mansion was completely silent.

There were still three or five officials following Qin Mubai and discussing in a low voice.

“Young Marshal, how exactly is Hou Junji arranged?”

Qin Mubai thought for a moment and said, “You are neither one of us nor a guest. Let’s arrange it like this.”

This subordinate was a little confused and asked, “This subordinate is stupid, please show me …”

Qin Mubai smiled and said, “Good wine, good meat, good house, give settling down;” Beautiful women, quick-witted sergeants, pick ten for him to listen to. He could give him whatever he wanted, let him do whatever he wanted, let him go wherever he wanted, there was no need to use the rules of the Governor-General’s Manor to restrain him, as long as he did not commit murder or arson. However, none of you are allowed to get close to him, nor are you allowed to divulge any military or political secrets to him. Do you understand? ”

“This subordinate understands … that’s right, you’re completely courteous, but you’re not close, right?”

“Right.” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “He has a lonely personality, so I’ll let him be lonely enough. When he really can’t hold back any longer, he will naturally take the initiative to get close to us. Let’s do it this way!”

“Yes.”

“In addition, there are also Shanzhou secretariat to rush food for Major Marshal’s approval, Liangzhou to Lanzhou line of soldiers and merchants more than half destroyed by the disaster, if the repair needs to transfer manpower money…”

In the courtyard of the Governor-General’s Mansion, Qin Mubai had been busy for nearly two hours, and finally managed to get a clear understanding of the important government affairs that had accumulated recently. He let out a long sigh of relief.

At this moment, it was already the mid-heavens of the moon.

Thinking of Wu Meiniang sleeping in her room, Qin Mubai’s heart was like a deer. To be exact, there was a bit of beast blood boiling.

When they arrived in front of the bedroom, they saw Wu Meiniang’s two personal maids lying on the seats in front of the room and asleep. Looking at the sleeping position, it was obvious that he was exhausted.

Qin Mubai went over to wake her up and asked, “Did your boss ever sleep?”

‘”Ah …” The general’s uncle is back? The boss waited for you to eat for a long time, so he couldn’t sleep first. The boss ordered her to wake up when you came back and eat together before sleeping. ”

“No need.” Qin Mubai said, “She must be tired. Let her sleep! You guys go back and rest. There’s no need to stay here.”

“Yes” The two little girls looked at each other strangely and smiled as they left.

Qin Mubai touched the handle of the door and his heart beat wildly.

“Have you never seen a virgin woman?” He couldn’t help but laugh self-deprecatingly and licked his lips evilly. “Yes, I’m still a virgin today.”

Carefully pushing open the door, the room was pitch black. Naturally, his room was familiar. He walked in gently and lit the oil lamp. He heard heavy breathing coming from the other side of the bed. When he heard that voice, he knew that the sleeper must be extremely tired.

The orange oil lamp light reflected on Wu Meiniang’s stunning face, a trace of temptation and warmth.

Wu Meiniang lay on the side facing the door and slept. She stretched half of her arm out of the quilt. Her other hand caressed her cheeks and frowned. It was obvious that she had fallen asleep heavily.

Qin Mubai walked to the bedside and vaguely smelled the faint scent of her body. Soft and smooth silk cloth covered Wu Meiniang’s body. Her curves were graceful and her body was coated with the halo of an oil lamp. It was as dazzling as a work of art.

Sleeping Beauty, if fake.

At this moment, to say that Qin Mubai didn’t want to strip naked and rush into bed was definitely a lie.

After leaving Chang’an, he had not been close to women for more than a month.

But at this moment, seeing Wu Meiniang sleeping so deeply, she seemed to be extremely tired. If he climbed onto the bed and tossed her around again, wouldn’t he be inferior to a beast?

On the first night of the bridal chamber, there was no room for such haste.

Sitting beside the bed, Qin Mubai bowed to Wu Meiniang’s beautiful face and smiled. She reached out to caress the strands of hair on her forehead and gently smoothed her slightly locked eyebrows. Then, she lightly kissed her forehead.

“Good night, Mother Mei.”

A lamp, a cup of tea, and a military book. Qin Mubai sat at the table in front of the bed all night.

During this period, she tucked Wu Meiniang into the blanket six times and kissed her forehead six times.

When the first ray of bright sunlight was thrown into the window, Wu Meiniang slowly opened her eyes and looked at the man who was sitting upright at the table reading. She smiled sweetly, seductive to the bone, and warm and rippling.

“You’re awake?” Qin Mubai put down the book and turned around with a smile, “Did you sleep well?”

“Aren’t you sleepy?” Wu Meiniang smiled charmingly and wrapped the quilt tightly, revealing only her head.

“Fortunately.” Qin Mubai smiled and walked forward. She sat down beside her bed and said, “Is there anyone from a thousand miles away who is uncomfortable with water and soil? I’ll call a doctor to prepare medicine for you. After a long journey, you need to rest for a few days before you can recover your vitality.”

Wu Meiniang pursed her lips and smiled as she stared at Qin Mubai, her eyes filled with warmth and satisfaction.

“When did you become so obedient, unlike you?” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “How is it? Is my bed comfortable?”

“Normally, it’s too hard.” Wu Meiniang giggled and said, “I’m going to the market today to change this military bed first. It’s not comfortable to tie it up forcefully.”

Qin Mubai immediately smiled, his smile extremely warm and filled with pride and evil. He said, “Oh, are you finally ready to have a bridal chamber with me?”

“Nonsense!” Wu Meiniang’s cheeks were immediately filled with clouds.

“Then why did you change my bed?”

Wu Meiniang immediately blanched and pulled the blanket to cover her face. “You go out, I have to get up and change my clothes!”

“Haha, alright, you must be hungry. I’ll get someone to prepare breakfast for you, and then go out with Guo Xiang to welcome the King of Jiangxia!”

After saying that, Qin Mubai pushed open the door and called for Wu Meiniang’s maid to wash her up.

Wu Meiniang revealed her face from under the quilt and heaved a sigh of relief, her face burning.

“Big fool … tucked me in all night and secretly kissed me … But, I like it! This is the man I want!”

After a while, the two maids ran in with a smile. They looked at Wu Meiniang with ambiguous expressions and snickered.

“What are you laughing at?” Wu Meiniang used her anger to hide her embarrassment and said sternly, “General, uncle, read all night long by candle!”

“Hehe, the owner won’t confess!”

“How is this possible, hehe! He is a man of Qi and Blood Fang Gang!”

Wu Meiniang shook her head and smiled. A trace of pride unconsciously appeared on her face. She said leisurely, “Last night, if he really crawled into this quilt, he would not be the man that I, Wu Meiniang, love with all my heart. You guys, will not understand.”

The two maids were at a loss for a while and murmured, “Is the owner trying to say that the general’s uncle is a true gentleman and a husband?”

“On the contrary, not only is he not as great as you say, he is also completely bad.” Wu Meiniang smiled faintly. She pursed her lips and smiled playfully. She said softly with longing in her eyes, “He only loves people a little and understands a little bit of respect and pity. Even if his mind that doesn’t think about good things is already filled with desire, he will never forget these things.”

After a brief pause, Wu Meiniang chuckled and said, “Only such a man is worthy of deep love and is worth a lifetime of love.”

It was close to noon, thirty miles outside Lanzhou City.

Three thousand armored troops lined up, banners, gongs, and drums lined up, and the formation was extraordinary.

Qin Mubai’s uniform was dressed in a battle robe as he looked forward with his hands behind his back. The corner of his mouth curled into a smile, “Coming!”

Smoke and dust billowed in front of them, and a large group of people appeared.

A cavalry Xiao pawn quickly rushed over, “Report to the young marshal, Jiang Xia King and Princess Wen Cheng have arrived!”

“Step forward to welcome him.”

Qin Mubai waved his hand and led his subordinate general forward on horseback.

Jun Le Qin raised his colorful flag and greeted the ceremony on a large scale. Li Daozong rode his horse, Li Xueyan rode his chariot, and Su Dingfang was escorted by iron armor.

Lanzhou Town rarely put on such a show to welcome anyone. This time, it was mainly because the Jiangxia King had come to discuss the marriage with Tibet, which was related to the country’s morality and military affairs, and could not be slacked off. In fact, this formation was mainly for the people and Tibetans to see, so as to show the importance that the Great Tang attached to this matter.

On the contrary, the authorities did not place so much emphasis on these red tape. They were just acting together.

“I am Qin Mubai, Governor of Lanzhou, and I am leading the officials of the Governor’s Mansion to welcome His Highness Princess Wencheng and His Highness the King of Jiangxia!” Qin Mubai clasped his fists and saluted, “Please forgive the lowly armor of the princess and the prince. It’s impossible to salute them all.”

The Iron Armored Army shouted slogans like “Welcome Your Highness and Princess”, their momentum impressive.

Li Daozong rode on his horse and looked up and down at Qin Mubai. He then looked around at the soldiers and laughed, “I haven’t seen you for a few days. You’ve turned into a Second Grade Great Official. Amazing, Mubai!”

Qin Mubai laughed heartily, “Your Highness is making fun of me!”

Li Daozong slapped his horse and whispered, “Perhaps Eldest Sun Wuji is going to explode with anger? Haha! Not only did he not wash you away, he even let your fish dragon ascend to the heavens!”

“Not necessarily!” Qin Mubai smiled playfully and whispered, “This Great Governor of Lanzhou was personally bestowed upon me by Eldest Sun Wuji.”

“Oh, there’s still this matter?” ‘”How is that possible?” Li Daozong’s face suddenly revealed a look of suspicion.

“Let’s talk about this later.” Qin Mubai smiled and cupped his hands. “Your Highness and the princess have come all the way here to work hard. Please enter the city and stay in Xingyuan. This lowly position has already arranged everything properly.”

“This is also good.” Dao Sect Li nodded and said, “Come with me. I still have a lot to say to you.”

“You should obey your orders.”

Receiving the father and daughter of the King of Jiangxia, The large group of people drove towards Lanzhou. Princess Wencheng, Li Xueyan, naturally did not show her face in the carriage. Qin Mubai chatted with Li Daozong, Su Dingfang, and the others along the way. Not long after, they entered Lanzhou and stationed their troops. Everyone dispersed to rest for half a day before setting up a welcoming banquet in the Governor’s Manor.

Qin Mubai and Wu Meiniang were invited by the King of Jiangxia to accompany Princess Xingyuan.

Seeing the two enter hand in hand, Li Daozong chuckled and said, “It seems that this pair of perfectly matched jade figures are not afraid of envying others.”

Li Xueyan took off her solemn princess outfit and sat at the side. At this moment, her eyes also revealed a stunning expression. Tsk tsk, she thought to herself, Is this the famous Wu Meiniang? As expected, she was extremely charming and enchanting!

“Your Highness will make fun of me.” Qin Mubai smiled and replied. After meeting Wu Meiniang separately, she sat down with Wu Meiniang.

Dao Sect Li ordered people to buy tea to treat him, saying that Xingyuan’s arrangements were very appropriate and satisfactory.

After chatting for a while, Li Daozong said, “This time, my father and daughter are here.” However, we still need to carefully compare how this marriage is going to be bestowed. Your father just won the battle in Pu Changhai and calmed down Gao Chang. This is a change from when he first made this decision to bestow marriage. We came only to show our sincerity because the important matters of the Imperial Court cannot be changed day and night. The key was to see if the Tibetans had the sincerity to make peace. Otherwise, even if my Li Dao Sect’s daughter’s is no longer valuable, she will not be able to send her to the plateau for nothing! ”

Li Xueyan’s face turned red and white. She opened her mouth and wanted to say something, but she endured it.

Qin Mubai secretly admired her. Her self-control was indeed beyond the reach of ordinary women.

“The first thing His Highness said when he arrived in Lanzhou was this matter. I understand in my heart.” Qin Mubai nodded solemnly and said, “Talking about peace and bestowing marriage is not only a national matter, but also a personal matter of His Highness.” In public and private, I will carefully deal with it. Your Highness, please rest assured. If the Tibetans are sincere in making peace, it will be a blessing for the two countries for a hundred years. Someone from the Qin Dynasty will make the decision to let Her Highness the princess marry Tibet without the slightest grievance. “On the contrary, if he doesn’t have sincerity, then ask him, Tibetan barbarians, to taste the might of me, Qin, and Lanzhou’s 100,000 Master Teachers!”

Li Daozong narrowed his eyes, his gaze exceptionally sharp. “What kind of formidable technique is it?”

Qin Mubai smiled. She put down her teacup and clasped her fists at Li Daozong and Li Xueyan. She said casually, “I will flatten the plateau, capture the Tibetan Zanpu abandoned sect and ask in front of the princess-is there a woman like this, what can I ask for? Did you abandon your sect to praise her for eating too much meat and not marry the beautiful princess, rather being imprisoned?”

“Good! This king just likes your crazy strength!” Dao Sect Li slapped the table and laughed loudly, “If you don’t marry Princess Beauty, then let him be a prisoner!”-Qin Mubai, this king will remember this sentence without missing a single word! ”

Li Xueyan, who was as calm as a lotus, quietly sat aside and bit her lips. She first glanced at Wu Meiniang and then fixed her gaze on Qin Mubai. Her eyes were filled with an expression that no one could understand. She whispered, “I also remember.”

Wu Meiniang’s eyes quickly glanced at Li Xueyan. She sipped her tea and smiled. She shook her head gently.