"Jin'er, you and your cousin have always had a good relationship. Go forward and say something to him to bring back his sanity. Now he can't listen to a word of what my aunt said." Mrs. Xue's eyes were red , crying so sad.

Shangguan Jin nodded guiltily, "Master Xue, Auntie, you leave first, I have a way to restore Shimao to normal."

Madam Xue saw that he had a plan in mind and felt at ease, so she took the people from Xue's family and retreated outside the courtyard, waiting for the good news.

With no one in front of him, Shangguan Jin dared to speak boldly.He cleared his throat and said, "Shimao, are you still thinking about King Liang? You should give up. How about this, brother will take you to King Liang's mansion today. Let's agree, after you come back, you can't send Epilepsy is scary."

He didn't want to mention King Liang, but he had to mention that anyone who called him a fool would have recognized him.The long talk last night was in vain.

It's not incomprehensible for you to say that you like mature and beautiful people, but this King Liang is not only older than you by a whole round, he is also a father, so it's useless for you to think about it.

Could it be that this kid has an Oedipus complex?

Shangguan Jin looked hesitantly at Mrs. Xue who was not far away, then shook his head, denying this guess.I haven't seen how close Xue Shimao is to his aunt on weekdays.

"I'm not going to Prince Liang's Mansion." Xue Shimao really reacted when he heard the word "Wang Wang", glanced at Shangguan Jin, and said with a smirk, "We have an appointment to meet in Zuixiang Building today."

After saying that, he paused for a moment, turned around, and grabbed the wrist of the person in front of him with bright eyes, "Brother Jin, do you have a painting of King Liang in your hand? Lend it to me."

"It's over, this nonsense is coming out." Shangguan Jin rubbed his temples with a headache, "Shi Mao, listen to my cousin. Liang Wang doesn't know you, and he didn't ask you out. You wake up and recognize the reality. "

Xue Shimao frowned, with an unhappy expression on his face, "He knows me and invited me. We agreed that we will see you at Zuixianglou at noon."

Shangguan Jin was stunned.Zuixiang Tower is really the property of King Liang.

"When did you meet King Liang?" His face changed, and his expression became a little more serious.He didn't want Shi Mao to have a close relationship with Liang Wang.Although he didn't show it clearly, his father had long been displeased with the incomparably rich Prince Liang's Mansion.If he gets too close to King Liang, it may hinder Shi Mao's future career.

"This morning." Xue Shimao replied, and then told the ins and outs of the matter.He and Shangguan Jin have been friends since they were young, and this matter is not something shameful, there is nothing to hide.

"I see." Shangguan Jin pursed his lips and sighed.God insisted on letting the two meet, and no one could stop them.It's just that he must not let his good brother get deeper and deeper.This matter needs to be discussed in the long run, and a way out is the way to come out.

Seeing that the other party was standing still, Xue Shimao couldn't help pushing him, and urged, "Hurry up and get the scroll I want."

Shangguan Jin struggled for a while, but finally agreed to his request.Just let this kid be happy for a few days.

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After making a fuss, Shangguanyu ordered the shopkeepers of each shop to bring over all the ledgers from the past two years and prepare to review them one by one.

Time passed unknowingly, and before noon, he had finished reviewing all the books and circled all the problematic areas.And this "all" refers not only to the shops in the capital, but also to those in other state capitals.

This speed left all the shopkeepers dumbfounded.Even if he has calculated accounts for a lifetime, the speed of the most astute bookkeeper is not one-tenth of that of King Liang.It would take at least four or five days to review the accounts of two years and hundreds of books, but their lord finished the review within half a day!

Liang Wang's ability should not be underestimated.With this hand, who would dare to cheat in front of the prince.

"Stand here and watch what this king is doing. Go do your work." Shangguanyu put down the last account book and rubbed his shoulders.

Seeing this, Luliu hurriedly brought over a cup of tea, and then reminded in a low voice, "My lord, it's almost a quarter of noon."

Shangguanyu looked at her suspiciously, and after a moment of stupefaction, remembered the agreement with the black and strong boy.

"If you don't tell me, I will forget about it." He frowned, and the tails of his eyes raised slightly, "Go and get the string of Vajra Bodhi beads that just entered the shop, I want to give it away.

Hearing this, the newly appointed shopkeeper of the antique shop paused in his footsteps, and couldn't help but guess which high-ranking official the prince was going to meet next, and who made such a big move.That string of Great Vajra Bodhi is the ultimate product from the Western Regions. There are 27 Bodhi beads in total, and one bead is worth a thousand gold.

Seeing that a quarter of noon was approaching, Shangguanyu straightened her clothes and said softly, "Lu Liu, let someone send the things back to the mansion first, and you go with me."

Before they reached the Zuixiang Tower, they saw a young man pacing up and down at the entrance of the restaurant with his head down, seeming very uncomfortable.

Of course he was uncomfortable.I don't even look at what I'm wearing.

Xue Shimao has a dark complexion, a strong figure, and a dashing and heroic appearance when he is dressed in strong clothes.But now he was wearing an ill-fitting light blue robe, which made him look very naive.

Green Willow was amused at the time.Shangguanyu couldn't help laughing, she pursed her lips to suppress the smile, and said slowly, "Young Master Xue has been waiting for a long time."

"No. It didn't take long." Xue Shimao swallowed and grinned, "You are very punctual, I came early."

The young man's face was a bit reserved, Shangguan Yu thought that his face was too cold and made people uncomfortable, so he raised his lips and showed a slight smile.

Xue Shimao's pupils shrank, and he stuck in place like a log.He really wanted time to stop at this moment, and King Liang could smile at him like this for the rest of his life.What is cold as ice, his Yu'er is clearly a gentle and elegant person.

"Master, this young master is very funny." Lu Liu couldn't help teasing.

Shangguanyu looked at Xue Shimao silently for a while, then stepped forward to touch his arm, and said with a smile, "Master Xue, let's go in."

He wondered if this child could be that person.But after thinking about the identities of the two of them in the previous few worlds, it seemed impossible.Except for the first life, that person appeared as an accomplished elder, as if that was the only way he could be held tightly in his hands, and he could be seen to death.

Shangguanyu shook his head, putting this thought behind him.It's crazy, there's just a teenager in front of him, what is he thinking about.

In fact, it is not accurate to say that Xue Shimao is only in his teens.His age was indeed only thirteen, but he was burly and tall. At first glance, he looked like an eighteen-year-old.Fortunately, the lingering childishness between his eyebrows made him not look so young and mature.

"Oh, good. I'll listen to you," Xue Shimao came back to his senses and replied repeatedly.At this moment, his face turned red, and he wished he could dig a hole and bury himself in it.He actually lost his composure in front of King Liang.

The three chose to sit in the private room upstairs.Luliu wanted to stand and serve the two of them, but was stopped by Shangguanyu.He intends to cultivate Luliu into a confidant, and he can't always let this girl be respectful in front of him.

Since it was a treat, how could Shangguanyu be stingy and ordered a whole table of dishes in one go.He is the master, so the people below naturally follow him first.

Soon, the dishes will be ready.

He put a chopstick into Xue Shimao's bowl, smiled and said, "Try this drunk shrimp, it has a unique and delicious taste, it is the signature here."

Xue Shimao frowned, and ate it in one bite without even throwing up the skin.Lu Liu on the side covered her mouth and suppressed a smile.

"Master Xue, eat slowly." Shangguanyu ordered softly, and then ordered someone to bring a pot of tea, and poured a cup for Xue Shimao thoughtfully.

The person he likes is right in front of his eyes, Xue Shimao was so nervous that he didn't know what to do, he raised his head to look at Shangguanyu several times, but he couldn't even say a word, he was so anxious that he felt angry.

"Speaking of which, Mr. Xue and I are old acquaintances." Sensing his nervousness, Shangguanyu opened his mouth and found a topic. "Back then we studied painting together under Mr. Guo's door."

"My father?!" Xue Shimao was surprised, and finally managed to speak, "He can draw?" His mother said that his father is a vulgar person who doesn't understand style, and he is quite disgusted by it.

"Probably." Shangguan Yu nodded, thought for a while and said, "I heard that he learned it to pursue Mrs. Xue." Xue Zhen won Mrs. Xue's heart by virtue of this act, and the love between the two was once a good talk in Beijing.

"Then, I'll learn it too." Xue Shimao blurted out.

Shangguanyu stared at him and shook his head, "If you're not here, let's forget it." This kid will be a mighty general in the future, so how can he be delayed by painting.

When he heard Xue Shimao's name at first, he thought it sounded familiar and didn't care.But this half day is enough for him to remember who Xue Shimao really is.

He was the second person to hold the military power of the Yan Kingdom after King Liang. He was named the Great General of Shenwu, and single-handedly supported the thirteen princes to become emperor.

According to historical records, when Emperor Wen Shangguan Jin was on the throne, it was the only dynasty in the history of Yan State where two kings ruled the country together.Shenwu General Xue Shimao can not only use the jade seal, but also mobilize the world's soldiers and horses, which is no different from ascending the throne.Therefore, many people believe that there is actually an unspeakable taboo relationship between the monarch and his ministers.

It is very possible to think about it.The two of them have been close since childhood.Although they are both men, Shangguan Jin is handsome and handsome, while Xue Shimao is tall and mighty, so they seem to be a good match.The most important thing is that Xue Shimao is an extremely human minister, but he has never married in his life.

Thinking of this, Shangguan Yu lost even the last trace of doubt.The boy in front of him couldn't be that person.

"I love poetry and painting, especially Wang Ye's paintings, and I am interested in being a teacher. I wonder if Wang Ye would accept me as an apprentice?" Xue Shimao was not discouraged, staring at the person opposite him for a moment and said, and then took out the painting that he asked for from Shangguan Jin. Come to the picture scroll to prove that what I said is true.

Shangguan Yu was troubled when he heard the words.He just casually mentioned the events of the past, but how did he arouse the child's desire to learn painting.

"I'm joking." Seeing the worry on the ice-sculpted Shuang'er in front of him, Xue Shimao pulled his lips and forced a smile to expose the matter.He lowered his head, took two mouthfuls of food, and hid the disappointment in his eyes.

Shangguanyu secretly smiled, raised his head slightly to look at the young man and said, "Mr. Xue, your way is not in literature, but in martial arts." He tapped the table with his fine fingers, and his eyes were like thousands of stars shining.

Xue Shimao looked at the round and smooth fingertips, and then raised his face to stare at Shangguanyu's eyes intently.From these eyes, he seemed to see the vast battlefield, the thousands of soldiers and horses, and he who was fighting bloody battles.

He had a strong feeling that it was his future.

The table fell silent, and the three finished their lunch in silence.

Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly heard angry shouts from the private room next door.Shangguan Yu frowned, and had already recognized who the owner of the voice was, but he was really too lazy to answer, and walked out of Zuixiang Tower with a normal expression.

Before the two parted, Xue Shimao seemed to have something to say to him.After waiting patiently for a long time, the boy did not speak again.

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"Send someone to send this string of Buddhist beads, the soul-destroying gun and the Lingxi sword in the arsenal to the mansion of Mr. Xue Zhen, Shangshu of the Ministry of War. Let me just say it is my king's kindness." After returning to Prince Liang's mansion, Shangguan Yu called The manager came and gave a few simple instructions.

"My lord, have you made a mistake?"

The soul-breaking gun and the Lingxi sword are relics of the former king, and they are all things that are hard to find in this world.The prince was obviously very precious before, but the young master and the general asked for it several times but did not give it back.Why is my son going to be given to an outsider now?

Shangguan Yu casually glanced at the manager, and said word by word, "Do as I tell you. Give the Buddhist beads to Mrs. Xue, the soul-breaking gun to Young Master Xue, and the Lingxi sword to Lord Xue."

Seeing that his master's expression had turned cold, the manager didn't dare to say any more, and quickly took orders to leave.

Xue Shimao had just returned home when the people from Prince Liang's Mansion arrived.

In addition to the three precious items, Shangguan Yu also ordered people to prepare many other things.High-quality rouge and gouache, fabrics, tea leaves... There are a lot of them, and the sales are quite generous.

Mrs. Xue was dazed by the long list of gifts, and asked in puzzlement, "I don't know what King Liang means by this?"

She thought about it carefully, King Liang only had one son, and there were no daughters or twins of the right age in the mansion.

"Mrs. Xue, Mr. Xue. My lord said that he escaped catastrophe thanks to Mr. Xue's rescue today. These are just small gifts, and I hope Mrs. and Mrs. Xue will accept them." The manager cupped his hands and said politely .He has seen his master's desire to make friends with the Xue family, so naturally he dare not neglect.

"The prince is serious. Our Xue family should not deserve such a generous gift." Mrs. Xue waved her hand and refused.

She heard from her husband that Liang Wang is extremely smart.Given such a heavy gift today, I don't know what request I will have tomorrow.Since the two families had no friendship before, there is no need to have a deep friendship in the future.

The manager paused for a moment, then smiled loudly, "My lord said that Mr. Xue has nothing to repay for saving his life, so he gave it to you as a gift." He took out the soul-destroying gun and sent it to Xue Shimao. The spear is a relic of the late king, it was made by Dayan's number one blacksmith, and he accompanied the late king on the battlefield and killed countless enemies. My lord said that Mr. Xue has the style of a general, and he will definitely be able to use this spear to conquer the wind and clouds."

"Your lord really said that, and you specially gave me his father's relics?" Xue Shimao reached out to take the spear, his eyes were bright, obviously he couldn't put it down.

He looked overjoyed, how could Mrs. Xue have the face to say no again.

Seeing that the tall young man received the things, the manager was overjoyed, and continued to say, "Mrs. Xue, this is the Great Vajra Bodhi Buddha Bead from the Western Regions. It was consecrated by eminent monks outside the region. It is hard to find in the world. My lord heard that Mrs. Shangfo , and sent someone to find it and give it to Madam."

When Mrs. Xue heard this, she also became interested.She really loves Buddhism, and she really has no resistance to Buddhist things.

"Please look, Madam Xue, there are 27 Buddhist beads in this string. Each one represents a Buddhist sage. With this string of Buddhist beads in your hand, it is as if you are accompanied by 27 Buddhist sages. Wouldn't it be wonderful."

Mrs. Xue let out a cry of surprise, and involuntarily took the Bodhi Pearl into her hand.After waiting for the reaction, how can I put it down.

The corner of the manager's mouth raised slightly, and he clasped his fists together, "Thank you Mrs. Xue and Mr. Xue for your understanding. I can go back to the house to do business."

After the words fell, the people in Prince Liang's Mansion quickly evacuated without leaving any time for repentance.

When Xue Zhen returned home, he was dumbfounded when he saw the gifts placed in the courtyard.

"Ma'am, you bought this?" He tremblingly pointed at the seemingly expensive fabrics and rouge, and took a deep breath.It's over, their Xue family is afraid that they will eat chaff and drink water in the future.The son has just gone crazy, and now it's the wife's turn to go crazy.

Mrs. Xue glanced at him and said angrily, "Am I the kind of person who likes to wear Dai Cui?"

"These were all given by the king of Liang. He said he was thanking Maoer for saving his life. I asked Maoer about it. It was just a small favor, not a kindness."

Xue Zhen was slightly taken aback.

"Don't talk about that. Look, what your son is doing and what's in his hand."

Xue Zhen looked along Mrs. Xue's white and slender fingers, and saw Xue Shimao wielding a black spear with a blade like frost and snow, and was shocked.

"Isn't this the soul-destroying gun of King Liang? How did it end up in Shi Mao's hands?"

Mrs. Xue replied calmly, "It was also given by Shangguan Yu. He said that our Maoer has the style of a general, and he will be able to use this gun to dominate the situation."

Xue Zhen was stunned, his brows were wrinkled, and he thought to himself, "Could it be that the king of Liang has something to ask of me?" He thought about the recent movements of the court, but he couldn't think of anything that could help Shangguanyu.

Puzzled, he had to call Xue Shimao to him and ask him to repeat what happened in the morning.

Xue Shimao put away the long gun, wiped the sweat off his face, and said it over and over again, but he didn't talk about it at noon.He was worried that his parents would see his unethical thoughts towards King Liang.

"This is weird." Xue Zhen frowned even tighter, gritted his teeth and said, "The king of Liang has no sacred heart, so let's avoid it." Become a thorn in the emperor's heart.

"Then what about these gifts, return them?" Mrs. Xue asked.

"Leave it." Wouldn't it be slapping King Liang in the face to retreat.Even if Prince Liang's mansion is not as prominent as it used to be, Shangguan Yu is still the first-rank prince of Dayan Cong.Moreover, with the prestige of the former king, Liang Wangfu still has many supporters in the army.

Xue Zhen felt a terrible headache, he let out a long sigh, and managed to suppress the uneasiness in his heart.But he didn't expect that what gave him even more headaches was yet to come.

After dinner, Xue Shimao stopped him and his wife and knelt down on the ground with a plop.With a straight face, he kowtowed more than a dozen heads.

"Mao'er, what's wrong with you?" Mrs. Xue patted her chest, she was terrified by her son this day.

"Father, mother, I have something to say."

Xue Shimao's face was paralyzed, and there was a bit of determination in his dark pupils.

"What's the matter?" Xue Zhen asked in a deep voice.

"My child wants to join the army. I will leave in seven days."

"Nonsense!" Xue Zhen was stunned for a moment, and then he slapped the table, "Father has no objection to joining the army, but you must not follow this group of people."

Today, military information was sent from the front, saying that Chu State had secretly assembled an army of 50 troops on the border of Dayan.His wolfish ambitions are clearly revealed.

This time the team stationed in the capital left to fight against the Chu State, and I am afraid that the battle will be extremely tragic.This time, it can be said that life and death are unpredictable.Xue Shimao is a young man who has never experienced war, how could he let him die.

"Listen to Dad, first go to the Beijing Central Military Camp for two years of experience before talking about it."

"No. In Beijing, I can't get exercise at all." Xue Shimao refused, "I grew up in the martial arts field, and I know what the military camp in Beijing is like. Dad, I want to go to the battlefield, to the real battlefield, Make a difference there."

"Shimao, daddy said, it's not that we won't let you go, but we'll wait two years. You're still young, and even if you have all kinds of skills, you can't guarantee that you'll be able to escape unscathed. Since you don't like the military camp in Beijing, okay, daddy will send it to you." You go to the Northwest. Go to the Northwest Head Office."

Although there are wars in the northwest region from time to time, their country of Yan has an absolute advantage.My son is good at martial arts, so I think nothing will happen.

"There is no rush to make meritorious deeds. When you become an adult, even if you don't want to go, dad will send you to the battlefield." Xue Zhen discussed.

Mrs. Xue also quickly agreed.

"Yes, yes. Maoer, everything will be over when you die. Don't worry, there will be a time when you will make great achievements in the future."

"My son is not afraid of death. If he dies, he will bury his loyal bones in Qingshan. If his parents don't agree, Shimao will kneel down until he dies." Xue Shimao squinted his eyes and replied sonorously.

He had to leave here, otherwise he would not be able to hold back his eager heart.And he won't die.His Yu'er was still alive and well, so how could he be willing to die.

"No way, no way! It's not okay to let you kneel until you die." Xue Zhen was furious, and flung his sleeves away.

Xue Shimao clenched his hands into fists and couldn't afford to kneel for long.

After kneeling for three days in a row, my knees were swollen, my eyes were sunken, and my lips were chapped. I just gritted my teeth and refused to give in.

Madam Xue cried and persuaded to no avail, so she had to invite Shangguan Jin over again.

Shangguan Jin pondered for a long time, then knelt down and said, "Auntie, I am not qualified to persuade Shimao. I am also planning to go with the army for this southern expedition. I hope you will take care of me."

He is not the queen's own son, but was adopted by the queen after the death of his biological mother.But the queen treated him as if she had already given birth, and even refused to give birth to her own child because of him.This deep friendship will never be repaid in his life.

Now that the palace is in decline, the father and the emperor intend to abolish the queen and set up another one on the grounds that the mother and the queen have nothing to do.He can no longer sit still.Only by taking the risk and earning some credit can the father be restrained.

And he knew that Shimao would be his best helper.

"You're taking my aunt's life again." Mrs. Xue rubbed her chest and wept.

"Auntie, please believe me and Shimao, we will come back alive." Shangguan Jin kowtowed, raised his lips and said, "We will be invincible in all battles."

Xue Shimao also kowtowed, because he had not eaten or drank for three days, and his face was terribly pale.

"Let you go." Mrs. Xue closed her eyes, "It's not like I've been frightened. Every time you go out, I'm worried that you will cause trouble outside. This time, let's take it as knowing the two troublemakers in advance. Let’s go get into trouble somewhere.”

She sniffled and forced herself to smile, "I won't come back until I beat the barbarian to pieces."

"Thank you mother/aunt."

Both of them kowtowed, their voices hoarse.

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