I Xiaoxiong

Chapter 204
In April, a piece of vitality.

Fu Jinchuan led an army of tens of thousands and returned to Yangzhou.

When returning from Luzhou to the east, Lei Bo and the Jingnan Army were deliberately left behind to monitor tens of thousands of surrendered troops.

Zhao Chengqi and Chen Jiao were sent to Beijing together. Whether to be killed or pardoned, they had to go through a process at the Yushi Tai of Dali Temple of the Ministry of Punishment, and then the emperor would decide.

King Wu is dead, and the news of the defeated army fleeing south has spread all over the country.Including Jianye City, as well as the counties and counties in the south of the Yangtze River.

Similarly, the news that Xue Julin, Liu Taiqing and others, that Zhao Deyu's son Zhao Chengjun became King of Wu also spread throughout Jianghuai.

Pingbei Hou Mawei also took advantage of the situation and led his army to recover the cities of Jiangzhou, and fought a battle with the rebels in Jianchang.

Defeat a part of the rebels and behead hundreds of levels.

Compared with Jiangbei, such a record is naturally not too dazzling.After all, this is where the capital is beheaded.

However, the Marshal's Mansion still issued a commendation document as a sign of encouragement.

Zhao Yuantan was also in a good mood, so he held a family banquet in the Governor's Mansion where he lived, and entertained his younger brothers and brother-in-law, including Fu Jinchuan, King Qi Zhao Yuanzhang, and Prince Yan's son Wu Yaoshi.

A prince, a prince and prince, and two sons-in-law.

The dishes are all famous local dishes in Yangzhou, including river fish, crabs, braised goose, and some seasonal fruits and vegetables.

"Although it's a family banquet, we still can't talk about state affairs at this time. After this battle, Wu Ni died, the main force of the rebel army has collapsed, and the recovery of Jiangnan is just around the corner.

Zhao Yuantan toasted, and Zhao Yuanzhang and Wu Yaoshi also toasted together.

Fu Jinchuan said with a smile: "Brother Tan, I have won the award. I was in the middle of this battle, and I did not charge into the battle. It is the credit of the bloody battle of the soldiers. Wu Ni failed to restrain his subordinates, so that Luzhou encountered such a disaster. , and he himself was seriously ill when he returned to Luzhou, and died, isn't this God's will?"

"Unjust is doomed to destruction!"

"Well, that's exactly what it is."

After several people drank the wine in their cups, Zhao Yuantan applauded and praised, and then said to Zhao Yuanzhang:
"Yuan Li did a good job this time. He yelled at Wu Ni angrily before the battle, which is regarded as a straight line, but if you have a military mind, you still need to ask Saburo for advice on how to use troops."

After hearing this, Zhao Yuanzhang hurriedly responded: "Thank you, Brother Emperor, I will definitely ask Saburo for advice and contribute to my country."

There is not much difference in age between the two brothers, but as the prince, Zhao Yuantan confirmed his status as the crown prince not long after he succeeded the Daojun emperor.

As the eldest son, and his mother's family is the descendant of Wu Xun, no matter whether it is a civil official, a scholar, or a military general, he is very satisfied with the candidate for the crown prince.

In addition to the emperor's own trust, he has often let the prince participate in political affairs since he was a teenager.

They also selected many young civil and military talents to serve as the officials of the East Palace. It can be said that the princes' desire to win the heir apparent was suppressed early on.

Without the emperor's deliberate support, let alone the support of the Chinese and military ministers in the court, even the most ambitious prince would not be able to compete with the prince.

This also made the court situation during the Xuanjia period extraordinarily stable.

So Zhao Yuanzhang gave up some thoughts that he shouldn't have early on, because he knew it well.Competing with elder brother Zhao Yuantan for the reserve position is to fight against the emperor.

Is there a good end to going against the emperor?

As a prince, it is impossible to say that he has no idea at all.But it's just an idea.

I dare not say a word, and I can't do anything.

What should be given, the emperor will naturally give it to the father.

But it shouldn't belong to him. It's best not to think about it, and don't say it if you think about it.This is Zhao Yuanzhang's consciousness as a prince.

As for Zhao Yuantan's treatment of the brothers, he couldn't say how close he was, but he wasn't bad either.At least it can be praised by the ministers, "benevolence, righteousness, filial piety, gentleness and honesty"

It has already been explained that as a brother, what he has done is enough.

Speaking of the relationship between the crown prince and King Qi, it is actually pretty good among all the princes.

Pharmacist Wu at the side seemed a bit out of place with this occasion.He even didn't understand why he was invited here on such an occasion.

As an escort?

Or dismount?Knock the mountain to shake the tiger?
Let him hear the fate of the rebels?

Why is this necessary?
But after the first glass of wine, it really felt like a family feast.But such a family banquet still made Wu Yaoshi feel redundant.

Because a few people are talking about childhood events and childhood anecdotes.Fu Jinchuan has been the prince's attendant since he was a child, and has known the two princes for a long time.

What several people said was that Fu Jinchuan was beaten by his husband because of his classwork, His Royal Highness was punished to write a thousand-character Chinese script five times because some of his handwriting was scribbled, and His Royal Highness King Qi was punished by his husband to stand because he could not endorse.
As well as some anecdotes about the upper capital, and some old stories about each family of the honorable clan.

But Yaoshi Wu heard something related to him, and it was indeed related to his wife.

"Why did Yuanzhang and Sanlang fight that time?"

"Don't mention it, this is not Saburo brought candied haws from the night market outside the palace and some uncommon food in the palace. Yuan Hui saw it and wanted it too, but Si didn't give it. The two quarreled, Yuan Where is Hui's opponent? After returning to the palace, I cried to my mother and concubine. I didn't know what was going on at that time, so I went to talk to Sizi, and it turned out that I ran into Sanlang. Sanlang has been practicing since he was six years old. Wu, his skills are naturally much better than mine, the one he beat me was miserable, he went to complain to his father and was reprimanded by his father."

Fu Jinchuan handled a crab in his hand, and then continued: "I saved you, if I hadn't done it, Sizi would be better than me, and you would be beaten even worse if she did it."

"Heh, what you said seems quite reasonable, I have to thank you."

Pharmacist Wu also smiled knowingly when he heard this.

He could see that although Fu Jinchuan and Zhao Yuanzhang were at odds with each other, they actually had a good relationship.

"Is the pharmacist still used to living in Yangzhou?"

Zhao Yuantan's sudden question made Wu Yaoshi stunned for a moment, and then hurriedly said.

"Returning to Your Highness, fortunately, Yangzhou has beautiful scenery, and its prosperity is not inferior to that of Shangjing. It is a beautiful place. Everything is fine. Thank you, Your Highness, for your concern..."

"Pharmacist, you don't have to be so polite. Today is a family feast, so be casual. Speaking of which, Heyang and Zhao Yuanzhang are compatriots. You and Yuanzhang should also get closer."

"Thank you, His Royal Highness."

When he said this, Zhao Yuanzhang still had a smile on his face, but he didn't look very friendly at Wu Yaoshi.

Under the watchful eyes of His Highness the Crown Prince, Uncle Lang drank a glass of wine and said a few words, but they were obviously very unfamiliar.

Pharmacist Wu naturally understood what was going on.

After arriving in Yangzhou, although he joined the army in the Marshal's Mansion and had the title of an official of the Eastern Palace, there was actually nothing for him to deal with.

He is also happy and at ease, eating, drinking and having fun all day long, and Yangzhou Jinxiu is not only reflected in the scenery.

There are many rich people in Yangzhou, so there are naturally many tricks to play.

I have only heard of the "skinny horse" before, but this time I have really seen it when I came to the south.

Is there Wu Mingda guarding this Yangzhou City, and his status is special, so it is a joy for him to play in Yangzhou City.

In this regard, although Zhao Yuantan is also from his natal family, he is a prince after all. First, he is busy with military affairs and government affairs, and second, he maintains his own identity, so he is not easy to control.

But as the elder brother of Princess Heyang Zhao Yuanhui, Zhao Yuanzhang knew what this sister-in-law was doing in Yangzhou as soon as he came to Yangzhou.

It would be strange to see him pleasing to the eye.

(End of this chapter)