Noble First Daughter-in-law

After staying in Taiyuan for a few more days and settling everything in place, His Highness the King of Han and His Highness the King of Qin of the Dasheng Dynasty led their respective troops to leave Taiyuan and return to the court.

Along the way, the clouds were clear and the sky was clear.

Although it was not as rainy and snowy as when we came here, because we were returning after victory, not only could we not go too fast, but we had to walk slower, and we had to make a big show of it along the way, so that the people in the towns along the way could see the great martial arts of the Dasheng Dynasty. , Huanghuang Tianwei.

So, the return trip took nearly a month.

When they finally returned to Chang'an City after a long absence, spring had already begun.

The chill in the wind has not faded away, but a little warmth mixed with it makes people feel comfortable, especially after hearing the good news about Taiyuan's great victory and Longxing's land being recaptured. All the people in Chang'an City ran to the streets, Starting from Mingde Gate, the entire Zhuque Street was lined with people, dressed in red and green, cheering and singing for the warriors who had returned from victory.

For a time, the entire city of Chang'an was boiling with excitement.

Seeing the joyful appearance of these people, although Yu Wenye's face was stern, there was a warmth that seemed to have melted in his eyes.

Throughout the dynasties, through rise and fall, it was these people who suffered.

If they can't live and work in peace and contentment, and smile happily, then what's the point of creating a new dynasty?What's the point of the emperor's authority over the world?What's the point of marching and fighting and killing the enemy with blood?
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but ask: "Why are these people so happy?"

Shang Ruyi smiled and said: "Of course they are happy when we return victoriously."

Yu Wenye said: "I can't be so happy."

"Ok?"

Shang Ruyi was stunned, turned to look at him, and then rode his horse to pace. Hearing this, Shen Wuzheng, who was walking on the other side of Yu Wenye, took a few steps to follow him and said, "I sent someone back in advance to find out more about Chang'an." Under such circumstances, after His Majesty ascended the throne, he not only took several measures to encourage farming, but also reduced taxes for one year."

When Shang Ruyi heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up.

"That's it!"

Yu Wenye also nodded, but didn't say much. When the dynasty was first established and the new emperor ascended the throne, it was natural to reduce taxes and labor in order to gain the support of the people and attract people's hearts. This was understandable.

only--

Yu Wenye said: "It is good to reduce or reduce taxes so that the people can take a breather, but can the food in the government be used? What if we encounter something again-"

He stopped before he finished speaking. He also knew that words such as "natural disasters and man-made disasters" were not easy to say casually, but in such a position, even if he didn't say it, he had to think about it.Sure enough, Shen Wuzheng understood what he meant almost immediately, and said in a deep voice: "There is not much food in the Guanzhong area. Before... everything was concentrated towards the east capital."

"..."

"However, I have made some calculations before, and there will be no problem in at least one or two years of emergency response."

"..."

"Actually, His Majesty's confidence in doing this is still in the east."

Yu Wenye raised his eyebrows slightly, and immediately realized that he was talking about "East", not "Dongdu". After thinking about it again, he immediately came back to his senses: "Xingluocang?"

Shen Wuzheng nodded: "His Highness captured Xingluo Cang and sent strong troops to guard it, which was a wise strategy. At least for now, Liang Shide and the others have not been able to touch Xingluo Cang at all."

"..." "It's just that it's not easy to transport the food in Xingluocang here. After all, there is Luoyang in the middle."

Yu Wenye took a deep breath.

So, in the final analysis, it is still Luoyang.

Shang Ruyi's thoughts became serious as he listened. This was exactly the issue they had been thinking about and calculating these days. When it was mentioned again at this time, it made people's hearts sink.

She subconsciously raised her head and looked forward. As her elder brother, Yu Wenzhen walked a little ahead of Yu Wenye. Facing the bustle and bustle of the crowds around him, he was obviously not used to it. Instead, Yu Mingyue was following him not far away. He straightened his back and looked down at the people around him, looking aloof.

Shang Ruyi frowned.

Immediately afterwards, she saw Yu Wenzhen's shoulders sink slightly, as if he had seen something.

Shang Ruyi also hurriedly raised his head, glanced forward, and immediately said: "Fengchen, look ahead."

At this time, Yu Wenye also felt something. He raised his head and looked ahead. He saw that at the end of Zhuque Street, which he had already walked most of, was the tall main entrance of the palace - the Zhuque Gate. At this time, it suddenly opened, and a gust of wind swept the The overwhelming and brilliant air in the palace blew in from the doorway, and for a moment everyone on the street became silent.

The man on the horse also narrowed his eyes slightly.

However, what Yu Wenzhen and Yu Wenye saw was naturally not only the open main door, but also the ministers and palace guards who had already lined up waiting for them outside the Suzaku Gate.

Standing at the front is Eunuch Yu!
Shang Ruyi frowned subconsciously: "Why is it there-"

The main gate of the palace would only be opened on rare occasions such as large-scale celebrations and canonizations. Although this time the two princes went out at the same time and won a great victory, taking back the land of Longxing in one fell swoop. It is understandable that Yu Wenyuan gave such an honor. However, when she saw Eunuch Yu standing at the front, Shang Ruyi felt a little uneasy.

Hearing what she said, Yu Wenye and Shen Wuzheng also looked at each other.

As soon as they saw Eunuch Yu, no one dared to neglect them. They hurriedly shook the reins and walked forward faster. They all stopped a dozen feet away from the Suzaku Gate. Yu Wenzhen and Yu Wenye were the first to turn over. After dismounting and standing still, he immediately led Shang Ruyi and others behind him forward.

And Eunuch Yu came forward with a smile: "Your Highnesses, you have worked hard this time."

Yuwen said in surprise: "Father-in-law, this is——"

Before he finished speaking, Eunuch Yu had already raised the imperial edict in his hand and said loudly: "This is the imperial edict!"

Upon hearing this, Yu Wenzhen and Yu Wenye hurriedly knelt down, and Shang Ruyi and others followed suit and knelt on the ground. Eunuch Yu slowly unfolded the imperial edict and read aloud: "The edict is given to Zhongshumen. , King Yuwen of Han, King Yuwen of Qin, defeated the enemy and defended the territory. I was appointed by heaven to reward the three armies to show their merits, especially the king of Han, whose weapons were profound, wise and heroic, and made the greatest contribution..."

Hearing this, Shang Ruyi's brows furrowed.

Is this an imperial edict for a reward?
Shouldn't this kind of imperial edict be promulgated at the court meeting, at least when the two Qin kings have returned to the court?Why at this time——

Just as she was thinking about it, there was already a burst of excited gasps behind her.

Shang Ruyi turned her face to the side and saw Yu Mingyue kneeling not far behind her. At this moment, she couldn't wait to raise her head, revealing a pair of eyes that were shining with excitement.

Eunuch Yu continued: "I govern the world with literature and quell rebellions with force. The military commanders and generals are the mainstay of the imperial court and the foundation of the country. I am able to do both civil and military affairs, and if I dedicate my efforts to return results, my achievements will be wasted and I will not praise them." It is your destiny. Now, I will make King Yu Wenzui of Han the crown prince!"