Chapter 264 Passing by

Jiangzhou, the breeze is intoxicating.

Ning Qian and the other two carefully tidied up the quiet courtyard they bought in Jiangzhou. Then, based on the information they had learned after arriving in Jiangzhou, they found the most lively restaurant in Jiangzhou - Qingfengzui.

At this moment, the three of them were sitting in a perfect seat by the window.

There was a sense of leisure in Li Jing's eyes, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, as if he was very satisfied with the environment.

Zhongli Mingchuan was very excited. He loved wine, and Qingfengzui's wine was famous for its delicious taste in Jiangzhou.

The three of them have been together day and night for five years. Compared to the cautiousness he showed in front of her at the beginning, Li Jing has become much more calm and confident now. He talks more and more, and when he walks outside, he looks like a graceful and gentle young man.

Zhongli Mingchuan, wearing a sword and a blue suit, should be a cold and heroic figure, but now he is the most talkative among the three of them.

"Qianqian, Jiangzhou is famous for its wine throughout the whole Jiangnan area! I don't know how many scholars, talented men and beautiful women came to Jiangzhou just for this sip of wine."

"Today, the three of us must taste Jiangzhou's most famous Ruoxia wine."

Zhongli Mingchuan looked impatient.

Ning Qian smiled slightly, her eyes were full of intelligence, and she said softly, "Ruoxishui, brewing a very strong wine, commonly known as Ruoxia wine, is indeed famous. I heard about it when I was in the capital before."

"Today, my brother and I will definitely accompany Brother Zhongli to have a good drink."

“Haha, OK!”

Zhongli Mingchuan laughed heartily.

After the waiter brought the wine, Li Jing took it and skillfully filled the three people's glasses with wine.

The three of them raised their glasses, tilted their heads back and drank them all in one gulp, looking extremely happy.

After lunch, the three of them prepared to go upstairs to the private room because there would be a geisha performance at Qingfengzui later. Whenever they went to a place, they naturally had to experience all the delicious food, fun and beautiful attractions.

So that the trip will not be in vain.

When Ning Qian stood up, she put on her veil with graceful and gentle movements, and followed Li Jing and Zhong Li Mingchuan upstairs.

Just as he reached the second floor, the door of a private room suddenly opened. The moment Li Jing saw the person coming out, his heart seemed to be pulled to his throat by an invisible big hand.

However, he was a man who had experienced strong winds and waves after all. He suppressed the panic for a moment. The muscles on his face tensed for a moment, and then he returned to his usual calmness. His eyes were as calm as water, showing nothing unusual.

When he was about to pass Jun Zechen, he turned around without hesitation and quickly but gently picked Ning Qian up.

He pursed his lips slightly, his eyes firm and with a hint of concern.

"Sister, your leg is injured. Let me carry you to the third floor."

Ning Qian was stunned for a moment, a hint of surprise flashed through her eyes, then she caught a glimpse of a majestic figure from the corner of her eye, and reacted instantly, and hurriedly leaned her head on Li Jing's shoulder.

She curled up, blocking everyone's view of her.

Zhongli Mingchuan was stunned, full of confusion.

Huh? A minor leg injury? How come he didn't know?

Jun Zechen didn't pay attention to other people's actions and went straight downstairs.

After taking a few steps, he suddenly stopped.

Jun Zechen frowned slightly, and his nostrils twitched slightly.

This taste...

A faint, sweet fragrance that he thought he would never smell again in his life.

Jun Zechen's eyes suddenly became deep, as if they could suck people in.

He turned around, looking straight at the gentle man holding a woman whom he had just met when he passed by, his eyes full of inquiry and confusion.

An Shun looked at his majesty's unusual expression. He had been keeping his head down, and now he shifted his gaze to the gentle man.

"Huh? Why does this man's back... why does he look so much like Doctor Jin?" An Shun murmured in a low voice.

His brows wrinkled unconsciously and his eyes narrowed into slits as he tried hard to confirm his judgment.

Your Majesty may not know Imperial Physician Jin, but An Shun is very familiar with the people around the Empress, not to mention the Imperial Physician who saved the Empress' pregnancy.

Although An Shun spoke in a very low voice, Jun Zechen still heard it.

His eyes instantly became like thick ink rolling, gradually becoming darker, and his deep gaze seemed to be able to devour everything.

After a while, the gentle man holding a woman disappeared from sight, and Jun Zechen turned and walked out of the restaurant.

After leaving the restaurant, he stopped, stood straight, pursed his lips, and ordered in a cold tone: "Send the secret guards to investigate."

At this moment, Jun Zechen had an incredible guess in his mind, but this guess was so shocking that he himself did not dare to confirm it easily.

After all, since there are people like Bai Yingyue in the world, there is no guarantee that there won’t be people with the same fragrance as her.

At first, it was Doctor Hu who personally diagnosed that she had died.

but.

What if there was someone who was proficient in medicine to help her...

"Yes, Third Master." An Shun responded in a crisp and clear voice.

When Ning Qian and Li Jing arrived at the private room, their faces were as solemn as dark clouds, without a trace of relaxation on their faces.

Zhongli Mingchuan looked at the two of them with a bewildered look on his face, completely unaware of what was going on.

"Zhongli, you are a martial arts expert. Take Qianqian back to the courtyard and pack your luggage. We will leave Jiangzhou immediately. I will not go back. We will meet at Taohua Pavilion outside the city."

Li Jing's panic at this moment has been completely replaced by extreme rationality.

He really didn't expect that His Majesty had also come to Jiangzhou. Just now, His Majesty did not find out the truth and it seemed that he did not suspect Qianqian.

When in the palace, Li Jing never let His Majesty see his appearance. Even when they had to meet, he would lower his head.

But An Shun, who was beside His Majesty, recognized him, but An Shun probably didn't notice it just now.

If Your Majesty suddenly realizes something and starts investigating them, it will be too late.

He can't be with Qianqian now. If His Majesty becomes suspicious, he will be the first one to be investigated.

Zhongli and Qianqian can only go first.

"Qianqian, what's wrong with you? What happened?"

Zhongli Mingchuan frowned and asked anxiously.

"Zhong Li, this matter is complicated. I will explain it to you later. Just do as I say first."

Li Jing speaks very fast.

"good."

Although Zhongli Mingchuan was full of doubts, he still agreed.

Having said that, Zhongli quickly grabbed Ning Qian's waist and flew out from the third-floor window.

He was agile and swift, like a gust of wind, and then he flew over the eaves and walls and rushed across the roof.

Li Jing was confused at the moment. He didn't know whether he was being monitored by His Majesty or not, so he could only wander around the city aimlessly.

He kept looking around until it was almost dark and the city gate was about to close, then he hurried out of Jiangzhou.

By the time Li Jing arrived at the Peach Blossom Pavilion outside the city, night had already fallen quietly.

Zhongli Mingchuan and Ning Qian were waiting in the carriage.

After Li Jing got on the carriage, he frowned and asked seriously, "Zhongli, you are a martial arts expert, have you noticed that you are being followed?"

Although Zhongli Mingchuan didn't know the reason, he still answered seriously: "Probably not, are you being followed?"

Li Jing nodded heavily.

"As soon as I left Qingfengzui, I found that I was being followed, so I wandered around the city for a long time, and finally went to a fabric store I run in Jiangzhou. I was able to get rid of the person who was following me with the help of the store owner."

Ning Qian looked solemn, with her brows furrowed.

Since Li Jing was being followed, they might have been suspected.

"Brother Li Jing, Qianqian, what important person have you offended?"

Zhongli Mingchuan's face was full of worry, and there was a pimple between his eyebrows.

"Yes, you are a big shot from the capital. Zhongli, Qianqian and I need to leave Jiangzhou quickly. In order not to drag you down, Zhongli, let's say goodbye now."

As Li Jing spoke, a hint of guilt and determination appeared on his face, and there was helplessness in his eyes.

Ning Qian also nodded.

As an emperor, Jun Zechen has a strong desire for control and it is impossible for him to accept being deceived. In addition, Ning Qian also knows that Jun Zechen has been fighting outside for three years, and he is probably even more cold and ruthless now.

"Brother Zhongli, I agree with you and we are parting ways now! I am glad to have been with you all the way, and I am very grateful for your help today."

Ning Qian clasped his fists towards Zhongli Mingchuan.

"What do you think of me? I have been with you for five years. I am like a family member to you. How can I leave alone when my family is in trouble?"

"And don't worry too much. We reacted quickly today. Your enemies may not have found us. We just need to leave Jiangzhou as soon as possible."

He looked determined.

Li Jing wanted to persuade him again, but Zhong Li Mingchuan stopped him with his hand.

"Brother Li Jing, don't say anything more, let's hurry up." His eyes were firm and unquestionable.

Li Jing and Ning Qian looked at each other and realized that it was useless to persuade them at this moment, so they said no more.

It's getting late now, so we can only wait until we reach the next city to persuade Zhong Li.

Then, Li Jing said to the groom: "Let's go!"

The coachman received the order, whipped his horsewhip and drove the carriage forward.

They didn't even take the flat official road, but chose to take a slightly rugged path through a forest.

The three of them sat in the carriage, the atmosphere was depressing.

Ning Qian's eyes were filled with worry, and there was always an ominous premonition lingering in her heart.

Zhong Li looked at the brother and sister who had always been carefree and unrestrained, and now they were still frowning because of the man they met today. He couldn't help but make all kinds of guesses in his mind.

Brother Li Jing and Qianqian have both been to the capital. The man they met today looked very young. They have never heard of such a young senior official in the court.

Could it be a royal relative?

Zhong Li's brows wrinkled slightly, and he glanced at Li Jing and Ning Qian from time to time, trying to find a clue from their expressions.

The three of them were thinking different things, when suddenly, the carriage stopped without any warning.