Chapter 77: Lady Hu, who I see pitifully, come and go!
A few days later.
At the residence of the Left Sima. A graceful and beautiful woman in her thirties was combing her cloud-like hair in the room in front of the bronze mirror.
From the mirror, one could see a hint of indelible sadness between her slightly frowned eyebrows. However, this did not affect her beauty, but instead added a special charm that made people feel pity for her. The woman was elegant and tranquil.
Elegant turquoise long dress outlines a beautiful curve on her, mature and intellectual appearance.
She combed her long hair and looked at the dazzling jewelry on the dressing table with a touch of disgust in her eyes. The soft green silk scattered diagonally on her shoulders, not bothering to put on any accessories before heading out.
“Where are you going?”
The beautiful lady had just stepped out of the courtyard when she bumped into a middle-aged man.
He was the current Left Sima of Han, Liuyi. And the beautiful lady was none other than Nongyu’s mother, Lady Hu.
When Lady Hu saw Liuyi, her face instantly turned pale. Then she pretended to be calm and said, “To watch a play.”
Ever since that incident years ago, Lady Hu had seldom gone out. Watching plays became her only hobby.
“Watch a play? After so many years, haven’t you seen enough?”
Liuyi seemed to not believe that she was going out to watch a play, his words full of distrust.
Lady Hu tightly held her skirt hem, her knuckles turning white. She seemed reluctant to face her own husband. Or perhaps… she was afraid!
Because amid the sorrow in her eyes, there was an added layer of fear.
“Alone… what else can I do if not watch a play?”
Finally, as if gathering courage, she retorted with a hint of defiance. Liuyi snorted, flicked his sleeve, and walked past her. The four guards following him turned around and followed Lady Hu.
“Madam, the Lord is worried about your safety, so we are ordered to follow you.”
Lady Hu directly ignored them. What did it matter, as she walked towards the door, more people would follow behind her.
There would also be others watching her in secret. Over the years, she had gotten used to it!
In this era, there were not many entertainment facilities, and watching plays was one of the most popular pastimes. The stage was set up in the busiest area of Xinzheng, and the performers were from the most famous Han theater troupe.
So every time they performed, there were many people coming to watch. Although it had not started yet, the place was already bustling with people.
Graceful Lady Hu was followed by a group of maidservants and guards. The fierce-looking guards made people step back.
Lady Hu walked casually down the street, and amidst the lively theater, one could see children frolicking around.
Every time this happened, she would pause. Unconsciously, as she watched, the sorrow on her face would ease.
Especially when she saw a little girl with braided hair, a gentle smile would involuntarily play on her lips. Then, the sorrow deepened.
Perhaps she didn’t enjoy coming out to watch the plays, but rather enjoyed watching these lively and cheerful children.
After watching another exquisitely dressed little girl leave, Lady Hu sighed softly and continued on her way.
“She is the wife of Left Sima Liuyi.”
In a tea stall not far away, three figures sat. Each had their own characteristics – a white-haired youth, a scholarly man, and a blind man.
Zhang Liang, as the grandson of Prime Minister Liang, had some knowledge of these officials’ relatives.
He had seen Lady Hu before. The biggest impression she left on him was her gentleness, like a friendly older sister from the neighborhood.
Her appearance was elegant and beautiful, not stunning, but her beauty was restrained, which made her even more appealing!
Just like a vintage wine that needed to be savored slowly to taste its deliciousness.
This was Li Mo’s first impression upon sensing Lady Hu, a metaphor that could not have been made by Zhang Liang, who only had books on his mind.
As for Wei Zhuang, there was no need to mention it. One only saw books in his eyes, while the other only saw swords.
After listening to Zhang Liang’s words, Li Mo nodded.
Though Lady Hu and Nongyu didn’t look very similar, the graceful temperament they both exuded was identical. Truly mother and daughter!
“Twelve guards, plus two more in secret, four maidservants… Does Liuyi really worry that Lady Hu might encounter an accident?”
Wei Zhuang glanced at Lady Hu’s entourage behind her with contempt.
“It’s just a matter of a few swords. You wait here, I’ll be right back.”
Having assessed the number of guards behind the target, Wei Zhuang was ready to make a move. But at that moment, Li Mo suddenly shook his head and said, “Let me go instead. You are a wanted fugitive now, and there are many patrols nearby. If you’re discovered carrying a person, it won’t be easy to escape.”
Wei Zhuang narrowed his eyes, “Are you worried about me?”
“Can’t escape? Just fight your way out.”
Li Mo retorted: “What if Lady Hu gets hurt? How will you explain to Nongyu and Lady Hu?”
Zhang Liang nodded: “He’s right brother. Let him go.”
Li Mo said to Wei Zhuang: “If Lady Hu is taken away, Liuyi will definitely be furious. Your wanted status has just eased a bit, don’t stir up trouble again. I will handle it.”
Wei Zhuang’s heart skipped a beat!
“Then I’ll trouble Mr. Li.”
Li Mo picked up the hat from the table, put it on, and walked out of the tea stall.
Meanwhile, the drums of the opera troupe had already sounded.
Lady Hu, who had been walking around for a while, heard the sound and was about to hurry over.
But at this moment, a tall figure suddenly appeared in front of her.
There was a layer of black cloth on the hat, obscuring the person’s appearance.
“Who are you?”
The guards behind Lady Hu, seeing the newcomer, immediately became alert and surrounded Lady Hu.
Li Mo accurately sensed Lady Hu’s position in the bustling crowd.
“Who are you? Why are you blocking my way?”
Lady Hu looked at him with a puzzled expression and asked calmly.
That dazed look was exactly like Nongyu’s!
She was definitely her mother!
“Go back and tell Liuyi, if he wants to save her, prepare the gold!”
Over a dozen guards and maidservants immediately changed their expressions.
How dare this brazen kidnapper, knowing that she is the wife of Sir Sima, dare to kidnap her?
“Capture him!”
The guards immediately drew their long knives and surrounded him!
Before Lady Hu could react, over a dozen guards fell to the ground.
Then he lifted her onto his shoulders!
Her mature and plump body felt soft and light, as if he was carrying a fluffy cotton bed on his shoulders, rather than a person.
A fragrant scent filled the air, intoxicating the senses!
A large patch of blue-green appeared in the “field of view” on the left.
Li Mo was astonished!
Wow, what a standout color!
Not far away, Zhang Liang watched and applauded: “Sir, such graceful skills!”
Wei Zhuang looked at the bodies on the ground and smiled slightly: “Wonderful, he will also become a wanted criminal.”
Two guards who noticed something amiss rushed over.
But by the time they arrived, Li Mo had already lifted Lady Hu.
“Bold, who are you, dare to kidnap the wife of Sir Sima!”
“Put her down or I’ll leave you in one piece!”
Li Mo sneered: “A leopard cannot change its spots. Go back and tell Liuyi, the kidnapper is Wei Zhuang!”
Wei Zhuang: “?”
