Qin Dynasty: Starting with clinging to Zhao Ji's thigh

Chapter 173 The "Wei" in "guard" and the "Zhuang" in "Duke Zhuang

Ying Jing came to Zilan Pavilion today specifically to say goodbye, and at this moment he was accompanied only by Nongyu.

Letting Yan Lingji come along is absolutely out of the question!

Zilanxuan usually only opens from evening to night, and even though Yingjing arrived very early, the doors were still tightly closed at this time.

However, just as Ying Jing arrived at the door, before he even had a chance to knock, the door was already opened from the inside.

Zi Nu stood there straight and graceful, her appearance quite different from usual.

Ying Jing was slightly taken aback. It hadn't been long since he last saw Zi Nu!

Zi Nu has changed so much in just a few days!

In the past, she had short, dark purple hair completely tied up with hairpins, paired with mysterious patterns that seemed to be engraved on her body and tight-fitting clothes that did not completely cover her body, revealing a charming and alluring feeling.

The strange patterns and designs on her face and body had disappeared, and her deep purple hair had turned into a light purple. Although it was still tied up with a hairpin, many loose strands of hair were still hanging down in front of her or over her shoulders.

Her long dress had also been changed to a light purple one, and she was draped in a light gauze, revealing only a few glimpses of her fair and radiant skin around her neck and shoulders.

This version of Zi Nu completely lacks any alluring or seductive feel; instead, it highlights an elegant and gentle temperament.

"Did Miss Zi Nu know I was coming and dress up specially?"

A woman adorns herself for the one she loves. Upon hearing this, Zi Nu's face blossomed into a gentle and warm smile, instantly resembling a blooming peony, pleasing to the eye: "How is it? Does it look good?"

Ying Jing generously admired the exquisite beauty before him and responded with a smile: "I was in a bit of a rush to leave today and haven't eaten yet. But after seeing Miss Zi Nu, I know what it means to be a feast for the eyes."

"Hehe, Lord Changxin is so good with words, no wonder he stole Nongyu's heart after only a few visits to Zilan Pavilion!"

"I wonder if all the women in your mansion were deceived in this way."

When Ying Jing came to South Korea, due to his status, almost everyone treated him with utmost politeness, and he even had to carefully consider his words.

It's fine once or twice, but if everyone does it, then it's really boring.

However, Zi Nu was a real exception, especially after they got to know each other, this woman completely stopped caring.

Of course, perhaps... there are other reasons as well?

"Sister Zi Nu!"

Unlike Ying Jing and Zi Nu's verbal sparring, Nong Yu seemed very happy to see Zi Nu again.

Although she left Zilan Pavilion, Zi Nu was like a mother and sister to her, and their relationship was far beyond that of ordinary people.

“I saw Changxin-jun’s carriage upstairs a long time ago. Knowing you were coming, I opened the door just in time.”

Zi Nu smiled and took Nong Yu's two fair and smooth hands: "Come, tell me quickly, are you getting used to staying with Lord Changxin?"

Nongyu's face was rosy: "Sister Zinu, please rest assured, Lord Changxin is different from ordinary nobles. He has always treated me very well and has never mistreated me in the slightest..."

They chatted as they entered the gate, but it was very quiet inside. At this hour, the girls didn't seem to be up yet.

However, Ying Jing noticed the white-haired man standing on the railing looking down immediately. He was holding Shark Tooth in his arms, and his eyes were cold and seemingly expressionless.

Wei Zhuang remained the same as ever, like a door god.

Seemingly noticing Ying Jing's gaze, Wei Zhuang frowned slightly, said nothing, and simply retreated into the shadows.

The two women seemed to have finished whispering, and no one knew what Zi Nu said, but Nong Yu blushed deeply, which made Ying Jing slightly regret not paying attention earlier.

"Lord Changxin is a rare guest; it's been quite a while since he visited my Purple Orchid Pavilion!"

Seemingly sensing the discord between Ying Jing and Wei Zhuang upstairs, Zi Nu finally approached Ying Jing to speak.

"The charm of the Purple Maiden is truly too great. I am really worried that I will not be able to control myself and will not want to return to Qin."

Ying Jing had a faint smile on her face, her small mouth as sweet as honey.

Although he was a bit greasy, his status meant that his words carried a different weight.

As expected, Zi Nu couldn't help but chuckle upon hearing this. Unlike her usual alluring demeanor, her gentle smile was exceptionally charming.

"Hehehe, you should save these sweet nothings for Nongyu and the women in your household, Lord Changxin."

Her face was beaming with joy, but Zi Nu still refused.

Women are always saying one thing and meaning another; they say one thing but think another.

Even if you taste it yourself, you still won't know whether you want it or not.

"If I'm not mistaken, Lord Changxin's visit to Zilan Pavilion today must be to say goodbye?"

Zi Nu's tone was clearly very certain.

Ying Jing was not surprised. Although it could not compare with Luo Wang, Zi Lan Xuan's intelligence capabilities were not weak.

He did not try to conceal his intention to return to Qin; anyone who paid a little attention would know.

Otherwise, given Zi Nu's usual routine, why would she suddenly open the doors of Zi Lan Xuan at this time, and why would she be dressed so beautifully?

"It seems that Miss Zi Nu is paying close attention to me."

Ying Jing chuckled softly, then gently lifted Nongyu's small, white hand: "Miss Zi Nu is right. I am about to return to Qin, and I do not know when we will meet again. Therefore, I have brought Nongyu here today to say goodbye."

"If it weren't for Miss Zi Nu, there wouldn't have been the connection between Nong Yu and me. From this point of view, I must thank Miss Zi Nu properly."

Zi Nu's smile froze instantly. Looking at their hands clasped tightly together, she felt inexplicably uncomfortable.

But when he caught a glimpse of Nongyu's expectant face, a smile returned to his face, and he sighed softly, "You are too kind, Lord Changxin. Nongyu is such a naive girl. I only hope that you will not let her down."

Before Ying Jing could respond, Nongyu couldn't wait any longer: "Sister Zi Nu, don't worry, I trust my husband."

Zi Nu's lips twitched slightly; she didn't want to talk to this silly girl anymore.

Ying Jing raised his wrist, which was tightly clasped with Nongyu's, to show his attitude, and at the same time looked around Zilan Pavilion: "Instead of worrying about Nongyu, Miss Zinu, you should think about yourself and this Zilan Pavilion. What should you do in the future?"

Zi Nu's expression was gloomy. She turned her face away, somewhat unable to meet Ying Jing's gaze.

"What, is it that Lord Changxin is about to lead his army here as soon as he returns to Qin?"

"In chaotic times, how can we weak women survive? We can only try to get by."

When Zilanxuan enters Qin, Lord Changxin will be able to get what he wants.

This was Zi Nu's earlier promise.

With war looming, Ying Jing extended another invitation. But Zi Nu refused again.

Ying Jing remained silent for a moment, then took out a square token cast in gold from his wide sleeve: "With Zi Nu's intelligence, she should be able to see the current situation. If the Qin army attacks one day, this token of mine may be of some use."

Without going upstairs to see Wei Zhuang, Ying Jing took Nongyu's fair hand and left on his own.

Behind her, Zi Nu held a golden token tightly in her hand and gently stroked a delicate and precious jade bracelet on her wrist. Her eyes, as clear as autumn water, held an extremely complex expression.

a long time.

"You should agree to his request. Qin has made full and real preparations, and it would be very dangerous to stay in Han."

Upstairs, Wei Zhuang's voice was low and hoarse.

Zi Nu continued to gaze in the direction Ying Jing had left: "Do you still remember why you are called Wei Zhuang?"

The cold, deep voice was tinged with a hint of emotion: "The 'Wei' in 'guard' and the 'Zhuang' in 'Duke Zhuang of Zheng'."

The goddess Zi looked calm and slowly walked upstairs to her room: "It has been more than a hundred years since the state of Han destroyed Zheng. We have no chance to see it. Now that Han is about to perish, it would be good to see it with our own eyes."

As he passed by Wei Zhuang, he spoke again: "Duke Xu of Zheng killed Chancellor Zi Yang, and Zi Yang's henchmen then killed Duke Xu. Fu Shu of Zheng rebelled, and the state of Zheng was effectively destroyed by internal strife."

Zi Nu's voice was soft and gentle: "Therefore, we are merely witnesses."