Chapter 1129
I haven't built a Beijing temple for a long time
The meeting gift from the niece and son-in-law was a piece of jerky, which made Helianjin's big teeth ache.
He frowned, "The family has been worrying about Yunshang, do you have a house?"
Helian Yunshang pretended to be well-behaved and followed Wang Laoer without saying a word.
"Yes." Wang Er Er nodded.
"Where is it? Take the old man to have a look." He Lianjin said dissatisfied: "Yunshang has been pampered since she was a child. If the place is not good, the old man will not follow. At worst, the old man will pay for it and buy it again."
Cheng Guogong's mansion is not short of money!
Wang Lao Er chuckled, "Go and see." The group entered the alley and arrived at Yang's house.
He Lianjin looked at the front of the door, "Hey! This one is grand, second child, isn't this your house?"
"Go in and have a look and you'll know." Wang Lao Er scratched his head.
"Ok!"
Wang Laoer took him in.
"Second brother!"
"Second brother!"
The guards and servants in the front yard greeted each other.
"Hey!"
Wang Laoer also responded simply.
He Lianjin frowned very tightly, and asked Helian Yunshang in a low voice, "How did he get along with the servants?"
In Cheng Guogong's mansion, the master is the master, and the servant is the servant, and there is a clear distinction.
That is to say, some veteran servants can have some face in front of their masters.
Helian Yunshang lowered her head, "If he likes it, let him do it!"
He Lianjin was startled suddenly, "Is the Jiedu Envoy's Mansion ahead?"
"Yes!" Helian Luo nodded.
He Lianjin turned his head sharply, "Is this Duke Qin's mansion?"
"Yes!" Helian Yunshang smiled sweetly.
"New house, why is the new house here?"
"You'll know it when you look at it."
He Lianjin suppressed the dissatisfaction in his heart, and followed to the front of the inner courtyard.
Turn left and you will see a house in the past.
This can also be regarded as a house within a house. The key point is that it looks like it spans the inner and outer courtyards.
"Whose house is this? So overbearing!" He Lianjin asked.Wang Laoer walked to the gate, knocked on the door, "Open the door!" The door opened, and a servant came out, saluting, "Your Majesty." Wang Laoer turned around, "Here it is."
"It's Duke Qin's backyard inside?" Helian Du asked, trembling.
"Yes!" Helian Yunshang laughed.My God!
The niece's new house is actually next to Qin Guogong's backyard.
这 是
When he saw that the back door of the new house could lead directly to Qin Guogong's backyard, He Lianjin asked Helian Yunshang in a low voice, "between the second child and Qin Guogong?"
"Qin Guogong is to the second brother. He is also a brother and a father."
Wang Lao Er, who just opened the back door, turned around and asked, "Is Uncle satisfied?"
He Lianjin said subconsciously: "Satisfied, satisfied!"
Cheng Guogong's mansion is very rich, but the current situation in Daliao is precarious, and it may collapse at any time.
Meat eaters are best at seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages. After seeing the crisis in Daliao, many people are looking for a way out.Not to mention betraying Daliao, but the Three Caves of the Cunning Rabbit must be right!
The dignitaries of Ning Xing often gather together, and the participants have thought of many ways, most of which are to rely on a certain important minister who holds real power.
The Eldest Princess can't take refuge directly, but those people under her can win her over!
So Wang Ju and others became sweet pastries.
Although our family is rich, but because you were captured, you were looked down upon. Those people laughed at the old man, saying that Cheng Guogong's mansion is a big deal to spend money on, and maybe it can move the heart of the eldest princess and make Cheng Guogong The government was brought under her command.But how can the eldest princess be so talkative? "
Mentioning this, Helianjin gritted his teeth.
He Lianluo knew the feeling, "They are all villains who have fallen into trouble!"
"Before I came here, the old man was still thinking that Yunshang married a hunter who likes hunting.
The guy who took the head must be reluctant.Wang Lao Er must also be a fierce god.Unexpected but honest. "
He Lianjin stroked his beard and smiled, "What I didn't even expect was that my niece and son-in-law have such a relationship with the Duke."
He Lianluo said softly: "Uncle, once Yanzhou and Cangzhou are lost, the power of the Daliao Kingdom cannot be held back."
"Who says it's not!" He Lianjin said with a smile: "Those people all want to seek refuge with the Eldest Princess or Lin Ya, but they don't even think about it. If you don't have that ability, how can those two think of you?"
"Lin Ya and the Eldest Princess will have a battle sooner or later!" He Lianluo thought about a lot of things when he was free in Tao County.
"Yes." He Lianjin was very satisfied that his nephew didn't waste time, and then said proudly: "They tried every means to please the eldest princess's subordinates, let's please the eldest princess's men!"
There was more joy in his eyes, "If Daliao is defeated, those dignitaries will be in vain, but our family! But we can turn around."
He Lianluo saw Yiniang, and said softly, "Uncle, I have been in northern Xinjiang for a long time, and the more I look at it, the more terrifying I am. That Duke of Qin is really talented, I think Daliao will perish in his hands sooner or later!"
"Wouldn't that be better?" He Lianjin was not at all panicked by the destruction of Daliao, but was overjoyed.
Helian Yunshang was impatient to hear what they said, "Uncle, Yi Niang is here."
"Huh! Is it a steward?" Helian Du was surprised.
Helian Yunshang said in a low voice: "Uncle, Second Brother treats her like a mother. Also, look at the person who helped her"
"Who is that?"
"lady!"
In the distance, Zhou Ning let go of his hand, "Just discuss the life and rules with them."
"I know."
Yiniang was a little excited, and once that joyful emotion was put away, she looked like a god.
"Yi Niang!"
Helian Yunshang came over and held her arm, "This is uncle."
He Lianjin cupped his hands, "He Lianjin has seen the lady!"
He knew that Zhou Ning's ability to let him take a look at it represented that Duke Qin attached great importance to this marriage.
Immediately, the two sides began to discuss the details of the marriage.
He Lianjin was very cautious, he didn't raise his eyelids the whole time, and didn't look at Yiniang.
This courtesy was approved by Yiniang, and she finally said: "The second child and Yunshang will live here from now on, if there is anything at home, we can take care of it."
That's it!
He Lianjin smiled and said: "My niece is a bit spoiled, if something is wrong, please teach me a lesson, don't be polite."
Yiniang glanced at Helian Yunshang, and said with a smile: "Lingxiu, Xu is unruly, but with a good heart, you can always be trained!"
Helian Yunshang smiled sweetly, but she didn't know what the training in Yiniang's mouth represented.
He Lianjin coughed dryly, "I don't know if the Duke is here? The old man has something to say to the Duke."
Yiniang ordered: "Go ahead and ask."
"Yes!"
A servant came in later, "Duke, please go to the front."
relatives by marriage!
This title makes He Lianjin feel hot all over
Looking at Wang Laoer's eyes, satisfaction was almost overflowing.
He followed the servant to the front.
Yang Xuan met him in the main hall.
"I have seen the Duke."
This was the first time that He Lianjin met Qin Guogong, who was said to be vicious in the mouth of Ningxing's dignitaries.
In Jingguan, the vertical pole broke through the five states of Daliao and Liao, and all those famous generals became his defeated generals.
What would such a person look like?fierce?
Still indifferent!
Instead, he saw a young man who was smiling and kind.
But for some reason, He Lianjin's heart tightened, and he quickly saluted.
"sit!"
Actually, Yang Xuan is not considered young, but his face looks particularly glaring in the ranks of prostitutes who are generally old ghosts.
The two exchanged a few words of pleasantries, Yang Xuan asked about the preparations for the marriage, and He Lianjin sighed inwardly when he saw that he hadn't asked about Ning Xing's situation.
If Yang Xuan took the initiative to ask, then Chengguo Duke's Mansion would pay a little more, and he would be able to get rewards for it in the future.
But Yang Xuan had to tell him without asking him.
Not to mention, it represents birth, and represents that Cheng Guogong's government still has a heart for Daliao.
Thinking of this, He Lianjin glanced at Yang Xuan, and seeing his calm expression, he knew that all his thoughts were in the other's scheme.
He restrained his mind and said: "That night, the Cangzhou battle report was sent to the palace, not long after, Lin Ya and others were summoned,
then came the bell
Yang Xuan nodded, indicating that he understood the meaning of the bell.The emperor died, how many times to ring the bell.
"The eldest princess took the prince out of the palace and suppressed the thousands of cavalry who were about to rebel."
Changling!
Yang Xuan thought of the days when he kidnapped Changling,
He originally thought that Changling was a weak female Wenqing, but before leaving, Changling showed off his cultivation.
taller than him!
There is a world unknown to outsiders in this woman's heart. She has no desire to show off, nor does she have the desire to contact the outside world. She is like an orchid, blooming alone.
Now she has to stand up, and she must be a little tangled!
"Ningxing was under martial law for three days, and Lin Ya's subordinates were ready to move a few times, but they were all resolved in advance by the Eldest Princess."
Really sharp!
"Princess Dachang replaced Jiangzhou Guard General with King Lianjiang. Duke Helian was also very famous back then."
"Ok!"
After Yang Xuan withdrew his army, he tried it out. He Tongtong's response seemed mediocre, but it was the most appropriate way.
It feels a bit overkill.
"The old man received the news on the second day after leaving Ningxing!" He Lianjin looked serious, "The army that conquered the ancient people has been defeated!"
Yang Xuan's expression was calm, but there were waves in his heart. "How many troops? Do you know the course of this battle?"
It was Yang Xuan who asked about it on his own initiative, He Lianjin was overjoyed, and said: "It is said that one hundred thousand is against twenty thousand, and there are more than ten thousand captives over there. Kill the general of the army, a big victory."
This is too general, but Yang Xuan has already sensed the taste of gold and iron horses.
"By the way, the eldest princess ordered the messenger to send a message, and it was a meritorious service to say that there was no fault, so that the army should not move rashly. But"
"Resist orders!" Yang Xuan sighed, feeling that Changling was facing a difficult situation, "By the way, do you know who is the leader of Shegu?"
"Say yes. Third Prince Axibao." Is that brother?
Yang Xuan said quietly to himself.
"Following up, Diesi abdicated, and Ah Xibao became king of Shegu!"
He Lianjin glanced at Yang Xuan cautiously, thinking that King Shegu was as young as him, and he didn't know who could beat who in the future.
Then, he heard Qin Guogong say:
"It's been a long time since I built a temple in Beijing!" Wang's second marriage was very lively.
Instead of being beaten with sticks, a group of women came from Wuda Guogong's mansion, and beat him with sticks. Wuda's miserable howls frightened Yang Erlang, who was in a daze, to shrug his mouth and howl.
Ye Niang of Wang's second son went, Yang Xuan and Zhou Ning came forward, they were the parents of the man, and accepted the newcomer's salute.
Then sent to the cave.
When Wang Laoer entered the bridal chamber, everyone was wondering how lively it would be tonight.
"It's probably safe and sound." The old thief knew Wang Laoer very well.
"It must be done!" Yiniang murmured.
In the bridal chamber, Wang Laoer was sitting there eating jerky, "Do you want to eat?"
Helian Yunshang blushed a little, "Is no one teaching you?" "Teaching what?" Wang Laoer asked.
Helian Yunshang, who was dressed in red, said: "It is. It is the bridal chamber."
"Teach!" Wang Laoer said carelessly: "The old thief taught.
……
"How did you teach the second child?"
Yang Xuan asked the old thief.
The old thief raised his eyebrows, "Just take off!"
……
"Take it off!"
"Didn't you take it off?"
"It's you who took it off!"
"nonsense!"
"The old thief said, take off."
……
"Duke, don't worry, as long as you take off your clothes, the rest is instinct."
The old thief was full of confidence.Yang Xuan felt the same way.
"Still taking off?"
"Naturally."
……
"It's done."
"Then sleep."
"Hey!"
"What?"
"
It doesn't seem to be the case! "
"What was that like?"
"My family gave me a picture album, but I haven't read it yet."
"Go to sleep!"
"have a look!"
"dont see!"
"look."
"Hey! The demons are fighting!"
"Second brother, who is the demon?"
"you!"
……
Wang Lao Er was beating a demon with a stick, and Yang Xuan was receiving a guest.
"Lang Jun will become the right minister. The villain came here to tell the Duke that the brotherhood from back then is still there?"
The visitor looked quite polite, but he could see pride between his brows.
"Brotherhood?" Yang Xuan asked, "What does Lao Liang mean by mentioning this at this time?"
"Your lord means that he has to do a few important things when he is in power. On the southern side, he can't understand Shi Zhongtang. As for the northern side, he said, if you are still brothers, let's shake hands and make peace!"
He frowned, "The family has been worrying about Yunshang, do you have a house?"
Helian Yunshang pretended to be well-behaved and followed Wang Laoer without saying a word.
"Yes." Wang Er Er nodded.
"Where is it? Take the old man to have a look." He Lianjin said dissatisfied: "Yunshang has been pampered since she was a child. If the place is not good, the old man will not follow. At worst, the old man will pay for it and buy it again."
Cheng Guogong's mansion is not short of money!
Wang Lao Er chuckled, "Go and see." The group entered the alley and arrived at Yang's house.
He Lianjin looked at the front of the door, "Hey! This one is grand, second child, isn't this your house?"
"Go in and have a look and you'll know." Wang Lao Er scratched his head.
"Ok!"
Wang Laoer took him in.
"Second brother!"
"Second brother!"
The guards and servants in the front yard greeted each other.
"Hey!"
Wang Laoer also responded simply.
He Lianjin frowned very tightly, and asked Helian Yunshang in a low voice, "How did he get along with the servants?"
In Cheng Guogong's mansion, the master is the master, and the servant is the servant, and there is a clear distinction.
That is to say, some veteran servants can have some face in front of their masters.
Helian Yunshang lowered her head, "If he likes it, let him do it!"
He Lianjin was startled suddenly, "Is the Jiedu Envoy's Mansion ahead?"
"Yes!" Helian Luo nodded.
He Lianjin turned his head sharply, "Is this Duke Qin's mansion?"
"Yes!" Helian Yunshang smiled sweetly.
"New house, why is the new house here?"
"You'll know it when you look at it."
He Lianjin suppressed the dissatisfaction in his heart, and followed to the front of the inner courtyard.
Turn left and you will see a house in the past.
This can also be regarded as a house within a house. The key point is that it looks like it spans the inner and outer courtyards.
"Whose house is this? So overbearing!" He Lianjin asked.Wang Laoer walked to the gate, knocked on the door, "Open the door!" The door opened, and a servant came out, saluting, "Your Majesty." Wang Laoer turned around, "Here it is."
"It's Duke Qin's backyard inside?" Helian Du asked, trembling.
"Yes!" Helian Yunshang laughed.My God!
The niece's new house is actually next to Qin Guogong's backyard.
这 是
When he saw that the back door of the new house could lead directly to Qin Guogong's backyard, He Lianjin asked Helian Yunshang in a low voice, "between the second child and Qin Guogong?"
"Qin Guogong is to the second brother. He is also a brother and a father."
Wang Lao Er, who just opened the back door, turned around and asked, "Is Uncle satisfied?"
He Lianjin said subconsciously: "Satisfied, satisfied!"
Cheng Guogong's mansion is very rich, but the current situation in Daliao is precarious, and it may collapse at any time.
Meat eaters are best at seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages. After seeing the crisis in Daliao, many people are looking for a way out.Not to mention betraying Daliao, but the Three Caves of the Cunning Rabbit must be right!
The dignitaries of Ning Xing often gather together, and the participants have thought of many ways, most of which are to rely on a certain important minister who holds real power.
The Eldest Princess can't take refuge directly, but those people under her can win her over!
So Wang Ju and others became sweet pastries.
Although our family is rich, but because you were captured, you were looked down upon. Those people laughed at the old man, saying that Cheng Guogong's mansion is a big deal to spend money on, and maybe it can move the heart of the eldest princess and make Cheng Guogong The government was brought under her command.But how can the eldest princess be so talkative? "
Mentioning this, Helianjin gritted his teeth.
He Lianluo knew the feeling, "They are all villains who have fallen into trouble!"
"Before I came here, the old man was still thinking that Yunshang married a hunter who likes hunting.
The guy who took the head must be reluctant.Wang Lao Er must also be a fierce god.Unexpected but honest. "
He Lianjin stroked his beard and smiled, "What I didn't even expect was that my niece and son-in-law have such a relationship with the Duke."
He Lianluo said softly: "Uncle, once Yanzhou and Cangzhou are lost, the power of the Daliao Kingdom cannot be held back."
"Who says it's not!" He Lianjin said with a smile: "Those people all want to seek refuge with the Eldest Princess or Lin Ya, but they don't even think about it. If you don't have that ability, how can those two think of you?"
"Lin Ya and the Eldest Princess will have a battle sooner or later!" He Lianluo thought about a lot of things when he was free in Tao County.
"Yes." He Lianjin was very satisfied that his nephew didn't waste time, and then said proudly: "They tried every means to please the eldest princess's subordinates, let's please the eldest princess's men!"
There was more joy in his eyes, "If Daliao is defeated, those dignitaries will be in vain, but our family! But we can turn around."
He Lianluo saw Yiniang, and said softly, "Uncle, I have been in northern Xinjiang for a long time, and the more I look at it, the more terrifying I am. That Duke of Qin is really talented, I think Daliao will perish in his hands sooner or later!"
"Wouldn't that be better?" He Lianjin was not at all panicked by the destruction of Daliao, but was overjoyed.
Helian Yunshang was impatient to hear what they said, "Uncle, Yi Niang is here."
"Huh! Is it a steward?" Helian Du was surprised.
Helian Yunshang said in a low voice: "Uncle, Second Brother treats her like a mother. Also, look at the person who helped her"
"Who is that?"
"lady!"
In the distance, Zhou Ning let go of his hand, "Just discuss the life and rules with them."
"I know."
Yiniang was a little excited, and once that joyful emotion was put away, she looked like a god.
"Yi Niang!"
Helian Yunshang came over and held her arm, "This is uncle."
He Lianjin cupped his hands, "He Lianjin has seen the lady!"
He knew that Zhou Ning's ability to let him take a look at it represented that Duke Qin attached great importance to this marriage.
Immediately, the two sides began to discuss the details of the marriage.
He Lianjin was very cautious, he didn't raise his eyelids the whole time, and didn't look at Yiniang.
This courtesy was approved by Yiniang, and she finally said: "The second child and Yunshang will live here from now on, if there is anything at home, we can take care of it."
That's it!
He Lianjin smiled and said: "My niece is a bit spoiled, if something is wrong, please teach me a lesson, don't be polite."
Yiniang glanced at Helian Yunshang, and said with a smile: "Lingxiu, Xu is unruly, but with a good heart, you can always be trained!"
Helian Yunshang smiled sweetly, but she didn't know what the training in Yiniang's mouth represented.
He Lianjin coughed dryly, "I don't know if the Duke is here? The old man has something to say to the Duke."
Yiniang ordered: "Go ahead and ask."
"Yes!"
A servant came in later, "Duke, please go to the front."
relatives by marriage!
This title makes He Lianjin feel hot all over
Looking at Wang Laoer's eyes, satisfaction was almost overflowing.
He followed the servant to the front.
Yang Xuan met him in the main hall.
"I have seen the Duke."
This was the first time that He Lianjin met Qin Guogong, who was said to be vicious in the mouth of Ningxing's dignitaries.
In Jingguan, the vertical pole broke through the five states of Daliao and Liao, and all those famous generals became his defeated generals.
What would such a person look like?fierce?
Still indifferent!
Instead, he saw a young man who was smiling and kind.
But for some reason, He Lianjin's heart tightened, and he quickly saluted.
"sit!"
Actually, Yang Xuan is not considered young, but his face looks particularly glaring in the ranks of prostitutes who are generally old ghosts.
The two exchanged a few words of pleasantries, Yang Xuan asked about the preparations for the marriage, and He Lianjin sighed inwardly when he saw that he hadn't asked about Ning Xing's situation.
If Yang Xuan took the initiative to ask, then Chengguo Duke's Mansion would pay a little more, and he would be able to get rewards for it in the future.
But Yang Xuan had to tell him without asking him.
Not to mention, it represents birth, and represents that Cheng Guogong's government still has a heart for Daliao.
Thinking of this, He Lianjin glanced at Yang Xuan, and seeing his calm expression, he knew that all his thoughts were in the other's scheme.
He restrained his mind and said: "That night, the Cangzhou battle report was sent to the palace, not long after, Lin Ya and others were summoned,
then came the bell
Yang Xuan nodded, indicating that he understood the meaning of the bell.The emperor died, how many times to ring the bell.
"The eldest princess took the prince out of the palace and suppressed the thousands of cavalry who were about to rebel."
Changling!
Yang Xuan thought of the days when he kidnapped Changling,
He originally thought that Changling was a weak female Wenqing, but before leaving, Changling showed off his cultivation.
taller than him!
There is a world unknown to outsiders in this woman's heart. She has no desire to show off, nor does she have the desire to contact the outside world. She is like an orchid, blooming alone.
Now she has to stand up, and she must be a little tangled!
"Ningxing was under martial law for three days, and Lin Ya's subordinates were ready to move a few times, but they were all resolved in advance by the Eldest Princess."
Really sharp!
"Princess Dachang replaced Jiangzhou Guard General with King Lianjiang. Duke Helian was also very famous back then."
"Ok!"
After Yang Xuan withdrew his army, he tried it out. He Tongtong's response seemed mediocre, but it was the most appropriate way.
It feels a bit overkill.
"The old man received the news on the second day after leaving Ningxing!" He Lianjin looked serious, "The army that conquered the ancient people has been defeated!"
Yang Xuan's expression was calm, but there were waves in his heart. "How many troops? Do you know the course of this battle?"
It was Yang Xuan who asked about it on his own initiative, He Lianjin was overjoyed, and said: "It is said that one hundred thousand is against twenty thousand, and there are more than ten thousand captives over there. Kill the general of the army, a big victory."
This is too general, but Yang Xuan has already sensed the taste of gold and iron horses.
"By the way, the eldest princess ordered the messenger to send a message, and it was a meritorious service to say that there was no fault, so that the army should not move rashly. But"
"Resist orders!" Yang Xuan sighed, feeling that Changling was facing a difficult situation, "By the way, do you know who is the leader of Shegu?"
"Say yes. Third Prince Axibao." Is that brother?
Yang Xuan said quietly to himself.
"Following up, Diesi abdicated, and Ah Xibao became king of Shegu!"
He Lianjin glanced at Yang Xuan cautiously, thinking that King Shegu was as young as him, and he didn't know who could beat who in the future.
Then, he heard Qin Guogong say:
"It's been a long time since I built a temple in Beijing!" Wang's second marriage was very lively.
Instead of being beaten with sticks, a group of women came from Wuda Guogong's mansion, and beat him with sticks. Wuda's miserable howls frightened Yang Erlang, who was in a daze, to shrug his mouth and howl.
Ye Niang of Wang's second son went, Yang Xuan and Zhou Ning came forward, they were the parents of the man, and accepted the newcomer's salute.
Then sent to the cave.
When Wang Laoer entered the bridal chamber, everyone was wondering how lively it would be tonight.
"It's probably safe and sound." The old thief knew Wang Laoer very well.
"It must be done!" Yiniang murmured.
In the bridal chamber, Wang Laoer was sitting there eating jerky, "Do you want to eat?"
Helian Yunshang blushed a little, "Is no one teaching you?" "Teaching what?" Wang Laoer asked.
Helian Yunshang, who was dressed in red, said: "It is. It is the bridal chamber."
"Teach!" Wang Laoer said carelessly: "The old thief taught.
……
"How did you teach the second child?"
Yang Xuan asked the old thief.
The old thief raised his eyebrows, "Just take off!"
……
"Take it off!"
"Didn't you take it off?"
"It's you who took it off!"
"nonsense!"
"The old thief said, take off."
……
"Duke, don't worry, as long as you take off your clothes, the rest is instinct."
The old thief was full of confidence.Yang Xuan felt the same way.
"Still taking off?"
"Naturally."
……
"It's done."
"Then sleep."
"Hey!"
"What?"
"
It doesn't seem to be the case! "
"What was that like?"
"My family gave me a picture album, but I haven't read it yet."
"Go to sleep!"
"have a look!"
"dont see!"
"look."
"Hey! The demons are fighting!"
"Second brother, who is the demon?"
"you!"
……
Wang Lao Er was beating a demon with a stick, and Yang Xuan was receiving a guest.
"Lang Jun will become the right minister. The villain came here to tell the Duke that the brotherhood from back then is still there?"
The visitor looked quite polite, but he could see pride between his brows.
"Brotherhood?" Yang Xuan asked, "What does Lao Liang mean by mentioning this at this time?"
"Your lord means that he has to do a few important things when he is in power. On the southern side, he can't understand Shi Zhongtang. As for the northern side, he said, if you are still brothers, let's shake hands and make peace!"