Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Missed

Time flows peacefully, like water, slipping away non-stop.In the blink of an eye, it was the end of autumn, and the fiery red maple leaves were blown by the breeze and danced slowly, spinning and falling in the air lingeringly.The ground is covered with layers of brocade-like maple leaves, fiery red, deep orange, light yellow, and the shades of colors are intertwined, forming a warm autumn picture. Gao Zhan leaned on the bed, staring at the sky outside the window that has been soaked by the sunset, it was as red as crimson flames, like the blooming manjusawa in the river of Wangchuan, and the ethereal and ethereal flowers of the other shore.

"Your Majesty, your complexion is much better today." When the Heshi drove in, he found a faint smile on Gao Zhan's lips.This made him quite surprised, because since King Lanling left, he never saw Gao Zhan showing a half smile. Gao Zhan bent his lips, "I slept well yesterday and had a good dream." "Your Majesty, did you dream about..." He tentatively asked half a sentence, but did not continue to ask.The dream that made Gao Zhan show such an expression must be related to Gao Changgong.But for some reason, an inexplicable uneasiness surged in his heart. Gao Zhan's complexion today is indeed very good, but... such a high-spirited emperor made him suddenly think of four words - return to light.

His eyes trembled, and he shook his head subconsciously, not letting himself continue to think wildly. "Shikai..." Gao Zhan suddenly said again, "In the future, you will also help me look after this child Ren Gang. It will be difficult for him to bear such a heavy responsibility at such a young age." He paused, He added, "And Xiao Yan, this child is also spoiled by me..." "Your Majesty, what are you talking about..." He Shikai only felt that the uneasiness in his heart was getting stronger and stronger. Gao Zhan glanced at him, "Shikai, I know my body, and there is nothing to hide between you and me. I just want to make it clear today while I can speak a few words smoothly and openly."

Hearing that he didn't use the word "zheng", He Shikai's eyes were slightly sour, he put away his usual eloquent teeth, and hid the flattery he was best at, but said in a low voice, "Your Majesty, you Don't you want to see him again?" There seemed to be an unclear look in Gao Zhan's eyes, "I'm afraid I won't be able to wait for the day when she forgives me." "Your Majesty, why didn't you issue an order to call her back urgently? As long as you issued an order, she would not dare to disobey the holy order. Your Majesty, ethics and rules are nothing in the eyes of my ministers. Why can't you do whatever you want, Your Majesty?" Do what you want to do! Why are you willing to let go! What's more, what's more, you also doubt her... Maybe she is a woman..." He felt that he was beginning to lose control of his emotions, as if this was not the first time time.When he received the news that King Lanling refused to come to the Yuanri court meeting, he could barely control his emotions.

Gao Zhan looked at him in shock, "Shi Kai, why do you..." "Your Majesty, you are also suspicious, aren't you!" His voice suddenly increased, "After you interrogated that doctor, I also went to investigate!" What smart people he and Shi Kai are, following this clue Following the clues, he soon had doubts about Chang Gong's true identity. "Sure enough, I can't hide anything from you." Gao Zhan's expression became extremely gentle, but there was a faint smile on the corner of his mouth, as gentle as a bright light, shining brightly. The truth really shocked him, but it was not as shocking as he imagined. Maybe after the eldest princess said those words, he has been doubting... Even if Xiaoyu is pregnant, he is still doubting ... If it was in the past, he would definitely be ecstatic, and then desperately imprison her by his side, absolutely never let go, but now ... he feels that it doesn't matter whether Chang Gong is a man or a woman ...

As he said before, what he likes is Chang Gong, but - Chang Gong has nothing to do with any identity or gender. Even if everything starts all over again, he just wants to listen quietly, listen to the sunshine in her innocence, listen to the intoxicating streamer in her colorful and laughing voice, listen to her voice to cleanse Qianhua sighed softly, filled with a low voice filled with silence.Watching silently, watching her show a worried but serious expression, watching her tilt her head slightly to shake off the hair on her forehead, watching her spit out words in a serious manner, watching her innocent smile be brilliant...

Isn't that what he cherishes and wants the most over the years? "Promise me, don't tell this secret." He looked at him calmly, "Even the queen can't tell it." He Shikai nodded, "Your Majesty, I promise you." Suddenly, the rain, I don't know when it started.The drizzling, dripping, seems to be warning that there will be endless lingering, endless sad dreams.He raised his head slightly, thinking of many things in an instant.These things that should have been buried in the depths of memory suddenly burned into my heart like billowing lava. I remember that in the torrential rain, she was soaked and passed out in front of his calf,

I remember at the dinner party, her little hands warmly covered his, I remember in the night, she clumsily wiped away his tears... I remember she was like a little tail, following Xiaoyu to his house from time to time... I remember she ate the plum she bit into with a smile, I remember she hugged him tightly and said that no matter what he did, she would always forgive him... I remember that she traveled thousands of miles and ran to Jinyang regardless of life and death, just for him... Remember that crazy kiss that lost your mind but will never be forgotten... I remember that in front of Zhaoyang Hall, she hugged Xiao Wan's body and cried out of breath...

Fragments of flying memories, fragments of fleeting years, everything about her is displayed brilliantly in the world of his thoughts... I still remember that misty and rainy farewell night, the sad fluctuations in the air, and the wound being torn The pain of cracking. Those drizzles and flying flowers have all turned into bits and pieces in memory... Memories float above life like duckweed, letting people know how beautiful the dream is and how sad the reality is at any time. A blink of an eye is a lifetime, and a look back is a lifetime. Why, he and her are separated within a short distance.

Through the hazy eyes, it seems that someone is holding a red umbrella, and looking back, in the rain, the spring-like eyes penetrated like water mist, and smiled gently at him...but they want to stay away from him... "Chang Gong...don't go...don't go..." He murmured and squeezed the little tiger sachet tightly in his hand, as if all perceptions and memories disappeared together, and finally appeared in front of his eyes Yes, it was that moonlit night.In the bustling palace, the smiling and lively little boy called sweetly, "Ninth Brother..." The so-called life is just like the first time you see it, the one you fell in love with at first will always occupy the most secret corner of your heart, warm and beautiful, it will not fade away with the passage of time, and will not be forgotten because of the passing of time.

Maybe that moment is the beginning of the so-called fate. The past and the years of love and sympathy melted into a bubble that was born and died. Clear tears ran across his cheeks, leaving a deep scar. The loneliness attached to his life is hidden in the long dark night, and no one can understand his deep thoughts... Why, why would he be willing to let go? If——he still has a future to speak of, how could he be willing to let go? The sick body and the remaining life could not give her more protection, and the cold lips and stiff fingers could not give her the slightest warmth. He could not promise her a basic tomorrow. There are flowers in spring, moon in autumn, cool wind in summer and snow in winter.Some things are beautiful because they are appreciated at the right time and in the right season.Beautiful things can be missed, but not persistent; beautiful things should be kept in the most beautiful moment in memory. The transparent and round raindrops cut through the night like crystals and fell one after another. The Yiren holding the red umbrella has long gone with the passing years and never returned. In the passing past, who missed who? Time flies like water, nothing can stay. Can't keep it. He quietly closed his eyes, the faint moonlight shone on his body, tender and pitiful. Seeing the sachet slipping from his hand, He Shikai's whole body suddenly loosened up, and his whole body also fell down weakly. His knees were on the ground, his whole body twitched, his hands rested in front of him, and he was silent. . At Xinwei in November of the fourth year of Tiantong, Gao Zhan, the Supreme Emperor, died in the Zhaoyang Hall of Ye Palace, and was posthumously named Emperor Wucheng. At this time, on the grassland thousands of miles away, the night was still as clear and quiet as ever. Under the blazing bonfire, Heng Jia is skillfully manipulating the iron skewer to roast the fragrant prey. The night wind is mixed with the smell of meat, making people salivate.Heng Jia estimated that the heat was almost ready, so he passed his right hand back, and sure enough, the crispy yellow color of the mutton whetted the appetite. He conveniently divided the skewers into two portions, and gave one portion to Xiao Tie, who had already waited for the other portion. Chang Gong with green eyes. Chang Gong hastily took a big bite, and repeatedly praised, "Fox, your ability to grill meat is truly unmatched!" As he spoke, he did not forget to wink at Xiao Tie, "Right, right, Xiao Tie?" Xiao Tie also only cared about eating, and had no time to talk to her at all. "However, this is the only advantage of the fox." Chang Gong did not forget to tease again. Heng Jia was not annoyed, and smiled slightly, "That's true, I don't have so many advantages of Chang Gong." Chang Gong immediately cast a vigilant look at him. Every time he praised her like this, it was often a prelude to hurting others. Sure enough, he continued with a smile, "especially the two advantages of being able to eat and sleep. , it is difficult for others to learn.” Chang Gong snorted softly, knowing that it would be difficult to gain the upper hand on him verbally, so he obediently kept his voice down and ate the meat. The unique free wind of the grassland blows up the fragrance of grass leaves, and the cool feeling is like the gurgling water, shaking the unknown string in her heart... When she looked at the vast and boundless sky, she saw a shooting star streaking across the sky. Passing through the quiet night sky, a pale golden arc faintly left in the sky, and it disappeared completely within a few seconds.In that instant, she felt an unprecedented stabbing pain in her chest, as if a sharp sword split her heart in two... The severe pain made her hands tremble violently, and the meat skewer she was holding fell to the ground at some point. "Brother Chang Gong, what's wrong with you?" Xiao Tie asked eagerly. Chang Gong twitched the corner of his mouth, "I'm fine, it's just that my hands shook." Heng Jia's eyes flashed a look of unknown meaning, and he asked casually, "Are you uncomfortable?" "No..." She shook her head and covered her chest with her hands. How does it feel?It's like... as if a part of my body has disappeared...
Half a month later. When Chang Gong got up early in the morning, she felt that it was extremely cold today. When she walked to the yard, she looked at the sky and saw that it was gloomy, and it looked like it was about to snow. She took a breath of hot air into her hand, and walked straight to the room where she had breakfast. As usual, Heng Jia and Xiao Tie had already started eating, and they were chatting with great interest. "What are you talking about?" Yawning, she sat beside them, picked up a steamed bun and took a bite. "Brother Chang Gong, do you know that Vice General Qin finally agreed to compete with me once!" Xiao Tie happily came over. "Oh, then you can't lose my face, my princess." The corners of Chang Gong's lips curled up in a beautiful arc. "Of course, so Brother Chang Gong, hurry up and teach me a few nirvana moves, so that I will be safe!" Xiao Tie showed a flattering smile. Chang Gong rolled his eyes, "Huh? Don't you know that Heng Jia's special attack is powerful?" "Eh? Big brother Heng Jia's ultimate move?" Xiao Tie looked at Heng Jia in confusion, and saw an unexpected smile in his eyes. "That's right, his fox trick is really good." Chang Gong pursed his lips amusedly, "Hurry up and ask him for advice." Heng Jia just smiled gracefully and said nothing. Fortunately, he handed the porridge bowl to Chang Gong in a good-tempered manner, and then he opened his mouth slowly, "However, there is a shortcoming in this sure-fire plan." He paused , looked at Chang Gong with a smile in his eyes and took a big mouthful of porridge unprepared, and then said lightly, "By the way, I forgot to tell you that the chili pepper you least like was added..." Before he could finish his words, the porridge from Chang Gong's mouth had spewed out in one gulp, and she glared at him angrily, "Fox, why didn't you say it earlier! You did it on purpose!" Heng Jia calmly smiled, "I'm just demonstrating to Xiaotie," he said, turning to the small railway again, "See, the only drawback of this nirvana is that it's only effective for idiots Oh……" As soon as the words fell, a steamed bun flew over with a whoosh. Fortunately, he dodged quickly, and the steamed bun just hit Xiao Tie who was laughing loudly. Now it's Chang Gong's turn to laugh... When the scene was in a mess, suddenly there was a rush of footsteps coming towards this direction, accompanied by the same hurried voice, "My lord, General Hulu, Ye, there is an urgent report from Yecheng!" Chang Gong heard that it was the post envoy's voice, and couldn't help but look at Heng Jia with some doubts.The first thought in my heart turned out to be—has Zhou Guo started to act? Seeing them, the post envoy knelt down with a plop, and said in fear and fear, "Tai, Taishang... has passed away!" At the same time as she heard these words, the feeling of suffocation suddenly filled her everything. For a short moment, she couldn't hear any sound, it seemed that even her heartbeat was lost, her brain was blank, and she was at a loss. Couldn't find any direction. All the love or hate, now there is no object, the feeling of being helpless is like losing blood in the brain, and the whole body and soul are light and dizzy. She stood there blankly, as if her soul had evaporated. "When did it happen?" Heng Jia asked in a low voice. "Yes—it happened half a month ago, and the Supreme Emperor still hasn't survived this winter..." "Understood, you've worked hard too, go and rest first." Heng Jia didn't ask him to tell more details about what happened, and dismissed him first.Then, he looked worriedly at the distraught Chang Gong, and said in a low voice, "Chang Gong, you..." To his surprise, she recovered her calm in such a short period of time, and she didn't forget to say, "I'm going back to my room first, Xiaotie, when you come to me later, I'll teach you a few useful tricks." nirvana." "Brother Chang Gong..." Xiao Tie exchanged a look with Heng Jia for some reason, and Chang Gong's calm reaction made them feel strange. "What's wrong with you?" Chang Gong raised his eyebrows, "That person has nothing to do with me, has he?" As she said that, the corners of her lips were stiff and struggling to draw a meaningless arc, and she walked towards the room, her feet were frivolous, as if walking in the void, without pain or fatigue. She couldn't cry.Only her clenched fists could not stop trembling, and her nails sank deep into the flesh and blood, but she didn't seem to feel the pain. She understands what it all means. When she called out that name, no one would look back at her with warm eyes; no one would try plums for her, whether they were sour or sweet, and no one would tell her, Chang Gong, No one in this world can bully you.She can no longer play tricks on him while he is fast asleep, and then watch him pretend to be angry.No one will pamper her like this again, and she will no longer be so worried about who has anything on her mind, and she will no longer be desperate for anyone, and it doesn't matter if she gives up her life. ——The person she loved the most is gone.