【Bounty】

Nian Jincheng, a son of another family among the descendants of the Qianguo family, has risen through the ranks in the military since he participated in the martial arts competition last year and won the championship, and was highly regarded by the court. New𝟔𝟗Book Bar𝟨𝟫𝙨𝙝𝙪𝙭.𝙘𝙤𝙢Read

As for ordinary aristocratic entertainment activities, such as poetry gatherings and flower appreciation, Nian Jincheng was never seen.

He has been studying martial arts very hard since he was a child. Except for Gu Ling, the prince of Changxin Hou who fled due to family rebellion, he has no other friends.

Therefore, when the servants of the Qin Mansion reported that the second son of the Nian family had arrived, the originally happy poetry meeting was silent for a moment, and everyone looked surprised.

Nian Ruxue, who was well dressed and sitting between Miss Qin and the Sixth Princess, stood up with a chuckle and said softly, My second brother and I made an appointment to learn martial arts today. I got Miss Qin's invitation and it's hard not to come, so my second brother will definitely come. Take me back.

The Sixth Princess Duanmu Qianqian looked surprised, Xue'er, your martial arts are already very good, and you still need to practice. Are you planning to become a female general?

Nian Ruxue shook her head quickly, Sixth Princess, please stop teasing me. It's my second brother who always thinks my martial arts is weak and is worried that I will be bullied. He insists on keeping an eye on me and learning hard.

All the ladies showed envy.

Qin Yujin, who took the lead in organizing the poetry meeting today, straightened the broken hair on her forehead, took Nian Ruxue to sit down, and said with a smile, General Nian is a rare visitor, how can he leave as soon as he comes? Xue'er, don't you You must leave, but your second brother must be left behind!

The sixth princess also echoed.

Second brother is most afraid of reciting poems correctly. I broke my appointment today, so I don't dare to provoke him again. Yujin, please forgive me, I have to go back. Nian Ruxue said, insisting on leaving.

Xing Yusheng was sitting in a wheelchair diagonally across from her. Her face was pale and weak, and she said calmly, Cousin, Miss Nian Si has something to do, so why bother.

While talking, the servants led Nian Jincheng into the garden.

He is dressed in a dark brocade robe, has a handsome and resolute face, walks with a high head, and has a majestic appearance. He has a very different temperament from the young masters at the poetry meeting.

Nian Ruxue left the table and came up to her, took Nian Jincheng's arm and shook her, affectionately and coquettishly, Second brother, I was wrong. I will go home with you right now.

Qin Yujin saluted Nian Jincheng gracefully, I didn't know that General Nian had an appointment with Xue'er, so I insisted on inviting her here.

Nian Jincheng shook his head, It doesn't matter. Now that we're here, Fourth Sister is having fun, so there's no need to rush back.

Nian Ruxue was startled for a moment, but Nian Jincheng had already pushed her hand away, walked over, and greeted Xing Yusheng, I learned that Crown Prince Xing was in the capital, and Nian has always wanted to come and visit. I have free time today, so I wonder if Crown Prince Xing is interested in playing chess. How many rounds?”

Everyone looked at each other. Nian Jincheng actually came to see Xing Yusheng?

The uneasiness on Nian Ruxue's face quickly disappeared and she sat back at the table.

Xing Yusheng was also surprised, although he had been observing Nian Jincheng silently since he appeared.

Seeing this, Qin Yujin quickly arranged for her servants to push Xing Yusheng to the Huxin Pavilion and asked Nian Jincheng to come over.

My cousin, like General Nian, is not interested in reciting poems or composing poetry, but he likes to play chess. Just in time, let them play chess and let's continue. Qin Yujin said with a smile.

Nian Jincheng, who had a son, got straight to the point, Prince Xing, why are you investigating Gu Ling?

Xing Yusheng's hand holding the chess piece froze for a moment, but his expression remained as usual, General Nian, please don't say nonsense.

Nian Jincheng said expressionlessly, The emperor gave me the task of capturing the fugitive Gu Ling. Prince Xing probably doesn't want me to escort your subordinates to the emperor and explain why the Beijing Palace is interested in Gu Ling's whereabouts. Bar?

Xing Yusheng's face darkened, Nian Jincheng, are you threatening me?

If Crown Prince Xing doesn't want the Prince's Palace in Beijing to be related to the rebellious Gu family, please answer my original question. Why are you investigating Gu Ling? Nian Jincheng pressed the chess piece heavily in front of Xing Yusheng's eyes and said in a low voice The voice was extremely oppressive.

Xing Yusheng was silent for a while, then spoke again, with a sarcastic tone, Before coming to the capital, Xing heard that General Nian's only friend was Gu Ling. Such a deep and deep friendship that killed everyone is really touching!

Nian Jincheng's eyes narrowed slightly, If I repeat the original words to the emperor, do you think the emperor will think that you are fighting for Gu Ling's injustice?

A pale smile appeared on Xing Yusheng's face, Yes, so what? It's a pity that the person sitting opposite you is not King Beijing, but me, the dying good-for-nothing prince. Thank you for your respect, but those threats of yours are aimed at It won’t be of any use if I come.”

Nian Jincheng snorted coldly, Prince Xing wants to say that your father doesn't care about you?

Xing Yusheng didn't answer the question, You asked me why I investigated Gu Ling. I'm sorry, I don't know Gu Ling at all. If it has anything to do with it, my grandmother had previously wanted to marry my younger sister, who was Gu Ling's former fiancée. It's a pity. , It’s really disappointing to see a mediocre, hypocritical and pretentious woman like your sister today. Most of you surnamed Nian are like that.

Nian Jincheng looked at Xing Yusheng coldly, Have I ever offended Prince Xing when we first met?

Xing Yusheng lowered his head to play chess, half-smiling but not smiling, I am from the countryside. I am weak and ill-mannered. No one cares about you. I am jealous of you for being young and promising. Can't you? I sincerely praise you. No need to thank you.

The two of them stopped talking and continued to fight on the chessboard.

At the end of the game, Nian Jincheng lost.

I'm tired. Ajun, take me back. Xing Yusheng waved to Qi Jun who was standing outside the pavilion.

Qi Jun ran over and pushed Xing Yusheng away.

Qin Yujin, who had been paying attention to Huxinting, asked his servants to invite Nian Jincheng to come here. Nian Ruxue stood up again, Second brother must go back, and it's time for me to leave too.

Qin Yujin didn't hold him back this time, but Nian Jincheng strode over like the wind, leaving only one sentence, I have something else to do, so I'll say goodbye. Then he passed Nian Ruxue and Qin Yujin and left.

A young lady who had always had trouble getting along with Nian Ruxue said angrily, Xue'er, isn't your second brother here to pick you up? We have misunderstood.

Master, Nian Jincheng found out, what should we do? Qi Jun asked Xing Yusheng.

Xing Yusheng looked out the window and pondered for a moment, Pull everyone back.

Yes. Qi Jun nodded, But my subordinates don't quite understand. What does he mean?

He is testing me, and he is also warning me. Xing Yusheng's eyes were dark, Since he has not arrested any of our people, there is no need to be nervous. If others find out that I am checking on Gu Ling, I will be in big trouble.

Qi Jun's expression condensed, Master is saying that Nian Jincheng will kill Prince Gu on the bright side, but actually...

Xing Yusheng's face darkened, Shut up! I didn't say anything, and you don't know anything.

Qi Jun sighed deeply, My brother has returned to Bei'an County to find Miss Su. He should be here soon.

Speaking of Su Liang, Xing Yusheng's face softened and he sighed softly, The capital is such a boring place, far less comfortable than living in Qiu Ming Villa.

Master, have you noticed that both the Sixth Princess and Miss Qin seem to be interested in Nian Jincheng? Qi Jun said.

Xing Yusheng's expression was indifferent, I know. My cousin clearly doesn't like Nian Ruxue, so she asked her to come here because of Nian Jincheng.

Master, don't you mind? Qi Jun asked weakly.

Xing Yusheng was stunned for a moment, What do I mind? It's impossible for the sixth princess to marry me. The emperor called me to Beijing under the banner of choosing a son-in-law, which is just a pretense. As for the cousin, she is very good, but she is just my sister.

Then if General Nian becomes my brother-in-law, would Master be willing? Qi Jun smiled.

Xing Yusheng hummed, Which one of us will decide whether I am willing or not? Whoever my cousin marries, her own happiness is the most important.

Well, it's still comfortable to deal with Mr. Ning and Miss Su. If Mr. Ning wins the imperial examination, he will come to the capital to take the exam. Qi Jun said.

Xing Yusheng frowned, Duanmuchen went to investigate iron ore smuggling. Whether the result is related to the Xing family does not depend on the facts, but on what the emperor wants. There may be big trouble in the Beijing Palace recently. I hope it will not affect Tingjing, otherwise I can No face to see Su Liang again.

When Nian Ruxue returned home, he went to find Nian Jincheng. He had already returned to the military camp.

On the letter that the servant handed to Nian Ruxue, there was only one sentence written on it, Next time, you will give up martial arts.

Bei'an County.

At nightfall, the rain finally stopped.

A turmoil subsided, although it was only superficial, but for the people, the trouble was over.

The news spread was that the mastermind behind the iron ore smuggling was deliberately creating chaos, killing innocent people, and murdering the new county magistrate.

In this way, the anger of the people was transferred to those who smuggled iron ore and betrayed the country for profit.

But who those people are is still unknown.

Although Chang'an said that the captured thief confessed that he was ordered by King Beijing, the news spread by Mu Luo did not mention King Beijing.

Su Liang thought that it probably depends on the emperor's intention.

No one revealed the reward in the city, but the matter was resolved quickly. The people thought that Mu Luo was very capable, but now Mu Luo was only filled with doubts.

There was a mysterious expert helping him, but he didn't even see a shadow. He suspected Su Liang and Ning Jing because they were the only two people he knew and could be suspicious of, so he couldn't be sure they were them.

Chang'an suggested that they perform a fake assassination to test whether Su Liang and Ning Jing knew martial arts.

Mu Luo thought about it again and again, but did not do that.

Those two people have quite a personality and should not be enemies. I don't think the mysterious man is here to help me. He is just trying to punish injustices on the road. There are more important things now. We can't be distracted, so as not to cause trouble. Remember, be polite to them. Some. Mu Luo told Chang'an.

Yes. What about the Prince's Palace in Beijing... Chang An asked.

Mu Luo stared, If it was really Xing Yan who did it, how could it be found out so easily? It's so obvious, it seems like someone deliberately framed it. Father, if you want to deal with Xing Yan, you have to be cautious, and I can't act rashly. If you are not careful, he will turn an entire army against you.

Master, what you said makes sense. We have arranged for someone to escort the three scholars to the provincial capital tomorrow. Do you want to ask Mr. Ning again if he is going to Qianshan Academy? Chang'an asked.

You go there. If they cook, bring some back to me. Mu Luo rubbed his forehead.

When Chang'an arrived, Su Liang had just made dinner.

Because she did something wrong today and made Pingjing angry, she used the limited ingredients to make a delicious meal with great care.

After Su Liang expressed his peace of mind not to go to Qianshan Academy, Changan said with some embarrassment that his master had not eaten all day and the food cooked by the county government cook was not to his taste.

Su Liang looked at Ning Jing, You decide.

To Su Liang's surprise, Ning Jing nodded and agreed, Okay. One dish, five hundred taels.

Chang'an originally thought it was strange why Ning Jing was suddenly so easy to talk to, but when he heard what Ning Jing really said, he became drunk...

But Mu Luo had just expressed that he wanted to be friends with Ning Jing and Su Liang, and since he had indeed not eaten all day, Chang An saw that Su Liang's cooking looked quite tempting, so he accepted it for his master. Slaughter, It's done! It's not good if the food is cold. I'll take it back to the master first, and then give the money to you two.

Ning Jing nodded and said yes, and then asked Su Liang to set aside one-third of each dish...

Chang'an looked at the small dish and couldn't help but ask, Here, five hundred taels?

Su Liang asked, Have you regretted it?

Chang'an said with a downcast face, No. It's already happened. If he doesn't want it, he will definitely blame him for embarrassment when he returns to Mu Luo...

So Chang'an went back with a large food box, placed it in front of Mu Luo, and said that he bought it for three thousand taels.

Mu Luo saw that there was only a little bit on each plate, which looked very much like the leftover dishes eaten by others. He said with a dark face, You pay for this yourself!

Chang'an:...

But after Chang An explained that these were not leftovers, but had just been cooked by Su Liang, Mu Luo started to eat, nodding his head while eating, praising Su Liang's good cooking skills, and finally finished them all.

Chang'an, who had lost three thousand taels without eating a bite of the food, had to rush back to give Su Liang money.

After getting the money, Su Liang sent Chang'an away and said happily to Ning Jing, That's right. We came to the city to earn the bounty, how can we return empty-handed?

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