After the death of the previous emperor, the Empress Dowager became arrogant

As they were talking, Yuan Yi had already finished his work and came back.

Kai Lao San took a few steps over and asked, "Are you leaving too?"

Yuan Yi asked curiously, "If I don't follow my master, do I have to stay here and fight with you every day?"

This made Kai Lao San fall silent immediately.

Not wanting to guess what he was thinking, Yuan Yi walked past him and went to Yuan Qing to report: "Master, everything is ready. Shall we set off now?"

"Let's go."

Yuan Qing turned around and saluted to the three people present, Gong Xuan: "My father has not returned yet, so I cannot say goodbye to him in person this time. I would be very grateful to you three brothers for telling my father about my situation in detail. See you later."

"Take care." Gong Xuan said solemnly.

"Brother, wait for Fourth Brother to find you!"

Gong Qiu waved his hand without any sadness of parting, as if they would see each other again tomorrow.

Gong Kai didn't say a word, just lowered his head, not knowing what he was thinking about.

……

"Let's rest here for a while."

Yuan Qing dismounted from the horse and handed the reins to Yuan Yi.

The two of them had been traveling for most of the day, and in another hour they would be able to reach Pingjin Prefecture.

I happened to pass by a river, with clear water and blue sky, and it was such a comfortable and cozy scene. How could I not stop?

Yuan Yi tied their horses to a tree, took out his water bag, and walked to the river to fetch water.

Unexpectedly, he ran into a few bullies bullying a young man from a good family.

Yuan Qing was speechless for a while.

Then she looked at Yuan Yi and asked with her eyes: Do you want to go or should I?

There are only five thugs over there, there's no need to send two of them.

Yuan Yi stood up and put on his mask.

Aqing has a special identity. If he gets into trouble, it will be difficult to resolve. It is better for him to handle this matter.

The distance was not too far, and Yuan Yi only took a short time to scare away all the bullies, leaving only a thin young man standing there in a daze.

Yuan Yi returned to sit next to Yuan Qing.

Before Yuan Qing could speak, the young master trotted over following Yuan Yi.

She was holding a small bundle tightly in her arms, her eyes were red, and she looked like she had just cried.

Yuan Qing turned his head to look at this pretty girl...who was dressed as a man, and asked, "Why are you following me here instead of going home?"

The little girl pouted and wanted to complain.

But when she saw Yuan Qing's appearance clearly, she was stunned for a moment, then moved a few steps closer to Yuan Yi, and cried to Yuan Yi: "I dare not, I'm afraid they will come back again."

Yuan Yi sat down on the other side of Yuan Qing with disgust.

The little girl looked at him in disbelief.

Yuan Qing wanted to laugh. Wasn’t it too obvious that this girl was obsessed with looks?

Yuan Yi didn't want to speak, so she had to say: "Don't blame me, young master. My friend doesn't like others to get close to him."

The little girl then looked at the black-faced young man again.

Although he doesn't look that good, his voice is really nice and he is very polite.

Looking more closely, apart from being a little darker, his eyebrows and eyes are quite clear and elegant.

After confirming that the black-faced young man in front of her was a good person, the little girl pursed her lips and smiled, "That's fine, but I want to ask you a favor."

"What's the matter?"

The little girl seemed a little hesitant. "Can you please send me home, my father will definitely thank you, really!"

She was not sure whether others would agree to her request. After all, when they were away from home, almost no one would be willing to take care of a burden like her.

Yuan Qing smiled cheerfully, "Is the young master's home in the city?"

A hint of vigilance suddenly appeared in the little girl's eyes.

How could this person know?

\"Don't be nervous. I am also going to Pingjin Mansion to look for my relatives. If your home is in the city, I can just take you back on the way." \" Yuan Qing tried his best to show his kindness.

Although I don’t know why a little girl like this is alone outside, since I have met her, I will help her if I can.

The little girl nodded quickly when she heard that.

So the black-faced young man had two more advantages in her mind: considerate and extremely intelligent.

After a short rest, the three of them were ready to set off.

Looking at the two horses that Yuan Yi led over, Yuan Qing felt a little worried.

In ancient times, a girl's reputation was very important. If she rode with a strange man, even if there was nothing wrong, others would spread rumors about her.

She asked the girl, "How did you get out? Did you have a horse or a carriage?"

The little girl shook her head.

She ran away secretly without telling her family, so how could she ride in a carriage?

As for horses, she didn't know how to ride one.

Yuan Yi would definitely not take her with him. Didn’t you see that he had already led the horse several meters away, as if he was afraid that the girl would depend on him.

Then she has to take care of it.

Yuan Qing raised his robe and mounted the horse. He held the reins tightly with one hand and stretched out the other hand towards the little girl, "I'll pull you up."

The little girl hesitated for a moment, but still sat in the back with Yuan Qing's help.

Afraid of falling, he held on to Yuan Qing's belt tightly.

"Young master, if you keep pulling like this, my belt will be in danger." Yuan Qing said helplessly.

After all, no one likes to see people running naked in the street, and she doesn't like running naked either.

The little girl's cheeks immediately flushed, and she hesitated to let go of her hand, not knowing where to put it for a moment.

"Just hold on to your shirt. I'll go slowly so you won't fall." Yuan Qing spoke gently again.

The speed was indeed very slow. It would have taken an hour to get to the city, but now it took half an hour longer.

When I rode to the city gate, it was already getting dark.

The little girl timidly watched Yuan Qing dismount from his horse, fearing that the black-faced young man did not want to take her into the city.

Yuan Qing reached out his hand again, "We're at the city gate now. I'll help you down."

As if he could see what the little girl was thinking, he added, "Don't worry, we are getting off the horse here just for convenience. We will take you home safely."

Originally, she wanted to say that she was worried that the little girl's reputation would be damaged, but then she thought, they are all men now, and it would be a bit strange to bring up their reputation.

Yuan Yi stepped forward and took out his permit to enter the city. The soldiers guarding the city gate saw the prefect's seal on it and hurriedly ordered their brothers to make way to let the important man pass.

After entering the city, the little girl felt relieved and soon returned to her normal self.

Along the way, he introduced them to the delicious food and interesting places in Pingjin Prefecture, chattering non-stop.

Yuan Qing did not mind, the girl's vivid description was just right for her to have a preliminary understanding of Pingjin Mansion.

The little girl brought the two men to a mansion gate.

But he didn't go through the main door, but the side door.

The side door alone is enough to show the extraordinary nature of this family.

The girl knocked carefully and an old woman came out.

Seeing that the person had returned safely, the old woman immediately helped him to the yard, crying, "My little aunt..."

The little girl thought something was wrong and quickly covered the old woman's mouth to prevent her from saying the rest.

Then he stuck his head out and smiled at them, "Would you two like to follow me into the mansion to pay respects to father?"