Nian Jincheng's Question (Second Update)

The day after leaving the capital. Reading

During the break, Nian Li asked, "The emperor won't let the young master stay in the north for too long, right?"

Nian Jincheng put down the kettle, raised his head slightly, looked at the rising sun in the eastern sky, and a faint smile appeared on his handsome and resolute face, which was fleeting, "There's nothing wrong with guarding the mine."

Nian Li frowned, "Didn't the young master aspire to be a general and gallop on the battlefield?"

Nian Jincheng drank two more sips of water in silence, and sighed softly, "Yes!"

But the passion of his youth has become colder in the past two years.

He was busy doing what outsiders thought was serious, very demanding of himself, striving for perfection in everything, and therefore received many praises. But whenever he was alone, he still felt empty in his heart.

He was increasingly confused about what he was doing. It seems that no matter how hard he tries, no one cares...

I suddenly remembered that day in Qin's mansion when I first met Xing Yusheng. He said with a light mockery that the rumored prince Gu only had one friend, that is Nian Jincheng.

Since the incident of the Gu family, Nian Jincheng was ordered by the emperor to hunt down Gu Ling. Many people mocked him for being hypocritical behind his back. Xing Yusheng's words were nothing. He would take the initiative to find Nian Jincheng again, which means that he did not think that Nian Jincheng really wanted to kill Gu Ling.

No matter how bad the words were, Nian Jincheng had heard them all, and they came from his family. His eldest brother, and even his sister Nian Ruxue, who he thought was the only one who cared about him.

Nian Jinxing naturally didn't care about Gu Ling's life or death, but he would not miss any opportunity to ridicule and humiliate Nian Jincheng.

But when facing Xing Yusheng that day, Nian Jincheng had something to say, but he didn't dare to say it out loud, "Gu Ling is also my only friend."

He took the initiative to ask for orders to hunt down Gu Ling, running thousands of miles, but got nothing.

But no one knew that, that night, in Sujia Village, the emperor's confidant, Eunuch Han, was secretly watching his every move. He was ready to kill the old lady if she felt something was wrong.

Nian Jincheng certainly knew that the person in Sujia Village was not the real Ning Jing, because the seventh son of the Ning family in Xunyang had died long ago, in front of him, and he even buried him with his own hands...

Sujia Village.

Ning Jing was cleaning and polishing a pair of slender knives.

This was the ninth weapon that he and Su Liang had "picked up" from the killer of Yanyun Tower recently.

The first one was the long sword of the owner of Yanyun Tower, which was hanging in Ning Jing's room.

After wiping the two knives clean, Ning Jing took them to Su Liang, "Try it."

Su Liang put down the medical book in his hand, held one in each hand, and waved a few times, "Not very coordinated."

She was right-handed and had never tried two-handed weapons. She was interested and asked Ning Jing to go out and practice.

The original owner of the double swords died at Su Liang's hands last night. She had fought with that man and still remembered some of his moves.

But imitating by memory is bound to make mistakes and expose many flaws.

Ning Jing patiently fed Su Liang with moves and gave her inspiration during the fight.

At first, the fight was very slow. After Su Liang made a move, she even felt that her posture was not right and regretted it and started over.

Later, she gradually became proficient and faster. Su Liang felt that the double swords were very easy to use. And the power of holding a lethal weapon in both hands is more powerful than a single weapon.

After the fight, Su Liang hid the double swords in her calves, one on each side, which was just right, replacing the original ordinary dagger and becoming her new weapon.

"Not all the people in Yanyun Tower are powerful masters, right?" Su Liang asked, "The people who come later are not as strong as those who came before. If at the end, the minions also come to snatch the ring of the owner of the building, it will be really desperate."

Every night, he was nervous and dared not sleep soundly. The feeling of waiting for the killer to come was quite exciting at first, but now Su Liang has a headache. It was caused by lack of sleep.

Ning Jing shook his head, "There are many masters, but only a few people must snatch the ring."

Those who are truly powerful and smart will not stare at the dead object of the black jade ring.

Although this is the so-called symbol of the owner of the building, the rules are set by people and can be changed naturally. As long as the fist is hard enough, the means are ruthless enough, and the situation can be controlled, you can become the new ruler of Yanyun Tower.

Even Yan Sui died in Sujia Village. There may be people in Yanyun Tower who are stronger than Yan Sui, but such people don't need this ring at all.

And if the killer who needs the ring really comes to snatch the ring, it is a stupid and self-defeating act.

"So, apart from Yan Sui, the truly powerful people in Yanyun Tower have not come, and will not come?" Su Liang asked.

Ning Jing nodded.

Su Liang sighed slightly, "I thought too much, I thought the most powerful people who came recently were the strongest in Yanyun Tower. It turns out that they are not strong enough and their brains are not enough."

But it is just right for her to practice.

If a master of Yan Sui's level really appears, Su Liang can only hide or run for her life.

Thinking of this, she leaned over and drew out the double swords again, pointing them at Ning Jing, "I am still far away, keep practicing!"

...

Days passed, and Su Liang's strength could not be said to have improved by leaps and bounds, but it was also improving rapidly.

She believed that most of the credit should be attributed to having an excellent master Ning Jing.

High intensity and high efficiency, professional one-on-one guidance, customized "training", strict but patient.

Su Liang's physical foundation after crossing was average, but her talent, understanding, diligence and hard work were all top-notch, and the body could be transformed.

After chatting that day, another wave of people from Yanyun Tower came, and then they never appeared again.

Including Yan Sui, Ning Jing and Su Liang killed a total of thirteen assassins from Yanyun Tower and seized thirteen weapons.

Yan Sui's long sword belongs to Ningjing, and his double swords belong to Su Liang. The other weapons are used by the two for daily competition.

After entering late September, the weather became colder and colder.

Early that morning, Ningjing drove to the county town to buy medicinal materials for Su Liang. He also bought some fresh ingredients and a sack of silver charcoal. He also went to Mingxiang Tower to buy two boxes of sweet-scented osmanthus cakes. When he was driving back home, The sun has set.

During dinner, Su Liang asked Ningjing again and planned to leave for the provincial capital one day.

The provincial examination will start on October 15th and last for three days.

Last time we mentioned it, Ning Jing said to leave five days in advance, but Su Liang felt that it would be too rushed. If there was a slight delay on the way, he would miss the exam.

"The eighth day of October." Ning Jing said.

"On the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, right?" Su Liang suggested, "We can walk slowly along the way and take in the scenery."

"Okay." Ning Jing nodded.

"There are still ten days." Su Liang calculated, "I asked Hu Er to help find someone to make a carriage, which should be delivered soon. Then we will take turns driving the carriage, reading while riding in the carriage, and practicing martial arts during the rest. Nothing is delayed.”

Next, Su Liang plans to take all her books with her on a long trip, as well as bedding and winter clothes. There is a lot of luggage, and the original carriage at home is too small.

Hu Er happened to be visiting a few days ago and heard Su Liang mention the carriage and said that he knew an old craftsman who was good at making carriages.

Su Liang drew a diagram of the internal structure of the carriage according to his own ideas, and asked Hu Er to help find the craftsman to make it. The materials must be the best, and price is not an issue.

The shoes and clothes that Aunt Bai was asked to help make are also done.

"I've never seen you so confident after reading a book about the imperial examination?" Su Liang asked Ningjing.

Every day, he had to guide Su Liang in martial arts, light the fire, wash clothes and clean the house. He also spent a lot of time in the carpentry room. Even if he read books, they were all medical books that Su Liang had finished.

"I don't know what the test will be, and there is nothing to prepare for." Ning Jing said.

Su Liang coughed lightly, "If you say something like this, you will be beaten."

However, Su Liang never thought about the possibility that they would not go to the capital if they failed in the Ningjing Township Examination.

Because Ningjing is a god-like existence in her eyes. There are things he doesn't know, but as long as he is interested and wants to learn what he wants to do, he can study it to a masterful level.

"Chang'an hasn't been here for several days. I don't know how the case is being investigated." Su Liang said casually.

Ning Jing didn't care about Mu Luo and Chang'an at all, and asked Su Liang what kind of pattern he wanted to engrave on the pen holder.

The reason was that Su Liang saw an extra pen holder on Ningjing's table the day before yesterday. It was made of wood and had an interesting relief landscape.

Su Liang asked Ning Jing if he could make one for her, and Ning Jing agreed, on the condition that she had the right to order food that day.

Su Liang returned to her room and carefully sketched the appearance of her previous home. It was the mountain villa left by her grandmother, and she would stay there every time she took a vacation.

After handing it over to Ning Jing, he looked at it and asked Su Liang, "Your previous home?"

Su Liang nodded, "Sometimes I think you can read minds."

…

It was said last night that Chang An and Mu Luo had not shown up recently, but early the next morning, Chang An came.

"Master is going to visit the mine today. Let me ask Miss Su if she wants to go?" Chang'an asked.

Su Liang originally thought that no matter what happened in Chang'an, she would push it aside if she could, but she didn't expect that it was Mu Luo who invited her to visit the mine together.

This is something Su Liang has wanted to do for a long time, but has no chance.

Even if he agreed, it would be called peace.

Ning Jing was in the room, holding a pen holder in his hand and focusing on carving. He didn't even raise his head when he heard the voice, "I'm not going."

When Su Liang went out in broad daylight, Ning Jing had no intention of following him. He secretly went to the mine and killed Su Daqiang's family.

"That's fine. I probably won't be back at noon. You can bring a piece of meat to Xiaohu's house for dinner." Su Liang said and asked Chang An to wait. She went back to her room and changed her clothes. She hid the two knives in her calves and went to the backyard to hold them. Got the horse and went out.

The two left Sujiacun, and Su Liang asked Changan, "Where is your master?"

"Master is waiting in the town, let's leave quickly." Chang'an said.

Mu Luo's decision to go to the mine today was not an impromptu decision, but it was only after he arrived at Feiyan Town that he decided to call Su Liang.

Su Liang knew that Mu Luo took the initiative to show his kindness and must have something to ask for, but since he didn't say it clearly at the beginning, there was always room for negotiation no matter what happened in the future.

The two rode horses and rushed to the town. Mu Luo was a little impatient in waiting, but he was still polite to Su Liang, "Miss Su, do you want to ride with me in the car? Riding is too tiring."

"The weather is nice today. It's rare for me to ride a horse, so I won't disturb Mr. Mu." Su Liang declined politely.

Mu Luo didn't insist, lowered the car curtain and ordered to set off.

At this time, Nian Jincheng, who had traveled day and night from the capital, had arrived in Bei'an County. When he went to the county office, he was told that Mu Luo had gone to the mines today.

Nian Jincheng was sent to guard the mine, so he left the county with his follower Nian Quer, and headed towards the mine with his horse and whip.

Passing through Feiyan Town on the way, Nian Li mentioned Xing Yusheng's entrustment to Nian Jincheng.

Nian Jincheng glanced in the direction of Sujiacun without stopping, "I'll meet the fourth prince first and arrange official matters, and then I'll go and deliver things to Prince Xing."

…

At noon, the team was in front of the sealed Wu family, and the mine was very close to here.

Mu Luo got out of the car and wanted to visit Wu's house and have lunch here before going to the mine.

Su Liang followed into the Wu family mansion.

The house that was once decorated with carved beams and painted beams can now be seen everywhere with traces of excavation. Most of the walls have been torn down, and the houses have also been demolished. They are in tatters and are in a mess.

"Is Miss Su interested in treasure hunting?" Mu Luo asked.

Su Liang shook his head, "If there was a treasure in this damn place, Master Mu would have found it long ago."

Mu Luo sighed, "I'm starting to wonder if there really is an account book."

Su Liang didn't answer.

The servants set up tables and chairs by the lake in the back garden and brought food and refreshments. After all, he is the fourth prince, and no matter where he goes, he still behaves like a noble.

Su Liang sat down and turned around to see six fallen willow trees not far away...

"Master Mu is really good at choosing places." Su Liang looked back.

Mu Luo chuckled, "After all, Miss Su and I worked together to seek justice for them. What are we afraid of?" He raised his glass and said, "I should have invited Miss Su to drink long ago."

"I just saved myself, I don't dare to take credit." Su Liang finished speaking and took a sip of the wine, which was a bit spicy. She had almost never drank in her previous life. After coming here, she and Ning Jing had a drink together. She didn't hate it and didn't like it very much. It was not something she would take the initiative to drink.

"Are you too polite and always on guard against me, afraid that I might plot against you?" Mu Luo asked with a smile.

Su Liang shook his head, "Master Mu is joking. If you have any orders, please speak up."

"We'll wait until the capital city to talk about the matter we mentioned at the beginning. There's really nothing going on for now, but you helped me a few times before, and I thought maybe you would be willing to go to the mine to have a look." Mu Luo pointed out something.

Su Liang pretended not to understand the words "I helped several times before" and just thanked Mu Luo.

Mu Luo asked when she and Ning Jing planned to leave for the provincial capital, and Su Liang told the truth.

"It's a pity that I can't go back to Beijing for the time being, otherwise it would be very interesting to travel with you two." Mu Luo smiled and said, "After passing the provincial examination, you will go to the capital, right?"

Before Su Liang could answer, he suddenly heard someone shouting, "Master, General Nian is here!"

Su Liang looked over and saw a tall and majestic figure striding against the light, which reminded her of the scene when Nian Jincheng broke into the new house that night...

It was no coincidence, the person who came was none other than Nian Jincheng.

Dressed in black and elegant clothes, dusty and dusty, he is a bit thinner than the last time we met, and his brows are still resolute.

Nian Jincheng also saw Su Liang.

But nothing feels familiar. He subconsciously thought that this was the woman Mu Luo had brought with him, and looked away after just one glance.

Mu Luo stood up and greeted him with a smile on his face, "Jincheng, you are finally here!"

Nian Jincheng was about to kneel down and salute, but Mu Luo stopped him, "We're not in the capital, so there's no need for this. I told you that I needed help urgently, and I was afraid that my father would be reluctant to send you. Now that you're here, I feel at ease. ”

Nian Jincheng looked respectful, "I have been ordered to come here, and I will try my best to assist His Highness the Fourth Prince."

"That's good." Mu Luo asked Chang'an to add a chair. He first introduced Nian Jincheng to Su Liang, "This is General Nian Jincheng sent by the father to take over Wu Yun's position. The last champion in martial arts, Qian Guo The most outstanding general of the younger generation.”

"The Fourth Prince is overly praised and I don't dare to live up to him." Nian Jincheng felt that there was no need for Mu Luo to introduce him to Su Liang.

"General Nian." Su Liang nodded.

Then, Mu Luo introduced Su Liang to Nian Jincheng, "This is Miss Su. She grew up in the capital. She is the granddaughter of the famous doctor Su Yuanzhou. Now she lives in Sujia Village, Feiyan Town. She has excellent medical skills and is extremely intelligent. . The scandal of Wu Yun and his son would not have been exposed if it had not been for Miss Su."

Hearing the words "Miss Su", Nian Jincheng's eyes narrowed. He was very surprised and confused. He really couldn't connect the girl in front of him with the Su Liang he had seen before.

It looks like two completely different people.

In front of Mu Luo, Nian Jincheng did not reveal that he had met Su Liang. He only nodded lightly and called, "Miss Su."

Mu Luo chatted with Nian Jincheng, "Have you met the Prince of Beijing when he came to the capital?"

Nian Jincheng nodded, "I met Prince Xing at the Qin Mansion Poetry Conference."

"It's rare that you would attend a poetry meeting." Mu Luo looked like he knew Nian Jincheng very well. "Prince Xing used to live in Bei'an County, and Miss Su also knows him."

Nian Jincheng did not answer the call, nor did he take out the things Xing Yusheng asked him to bring to Su Liang.

Chang'an left for a while, then came back and winked at Mu Luo.

Mu Luo stood up and left, saying he would be back soon.

Su Liang and Nian Jincheng were left alone by the lake. Nian Quer was arranged by Changan to go somewhere else to drink water and rest.

"We meet again, Miss Su." Nian Jincheng looked at Su Liang expressionlessly.

She became fair and beautiful, and her temperament was very different from what he remembered.

Su Liang looked calm and said, "General Nian, nice to meet you."

"If I remember correctly, you are a married woman. Going out with other men in broad daylight, talking and laughing." Nian Jincheng said coldly, "What is your relationship with Xing Yusheng? What is your relationship with the fourth prince? Your husband Ning Jing do you know?"