Donggong Zhangjiao

Yang Chengyu was also angry that such a great military achievement did not bring any benefits.

But no matter how angry you are, there will be no such opportunity next time.

Because Huo Mingxuan was so fierce in this battle that he defeated more than half of the enemy's troops.

Next, we just need to take advantage of the victory and pursue it, and there should be no serious problems.

But this is not Huo Mingxuan's personal contribution, because long before Qin Guogong's sacrifice, Qin Guogong had already killed the enemy's spirit in the continuous battles.

If it hadn't been for the sudden attack and ambush by the enemy that time, it would have been Qin Guogong who led the Northern Xinjiang Army to achieve such results.

Huo Mingxuan just burned with anger, inherited and completed his father's legacy.

The news spread back to Kyoto, and before the Chinese New Year, the haze that enveloped the entire Kyoto was finally lifted.

Pei Yao was very happy and said that when the army returns to the court, he will be rewarded with all the rewards.

And because of the good news from the previous dynasty, the people in the harem finally relaxed.

"The New Year will be celebrated in more than half a month. I believe that the war will go well. After the first month of the year, when spring begins, the army will be able to return to the court."

Yuan He squatted by the stove and baked sweet potatoes with a few children.

This was the idea of ​​the second princess and the eldest prince. Although the fourth prince did not understand it, he was happy to participate.

Fang Yun didn't want to worry about it, so he asked someone to get a stove for them to play with.

"Young Master Liu will be back by then. Although there are few letters, we can see that our Young Master has also made great contributions in the military camp in Northern Xinjiang and is very useful." Yan Wei said happily.

Qingrong was sitting on the footrest embroidering, and she was smiling at the moment.

"When the young master comes back, he will be able to join the officialdom directly. There is no need to take the risk of taking the imperial examination."

Now Liu Qin, the adopted brother, is already Fang Yun's natal family in the eyes of several people.

Although it is also because of Liu Qin's own ambition.

But now after listening to Qingrong's words, Fang Yun opened his mouth.

"If he doesn't take the imperial examination, will he take the path of a military attache in the future? In my opinion, if there is a chance, he will still take the examination, but it also depends on his own choice."

Indeed, although being able to go to the military camp and quickly have the opportunity to stand out was the convenience provided by Fang Yun to Liu Qin, in the end it was Liu Qin's own ability that really made a difference.

It is not impossible to serve as an official in the court from the army.

It's just that in the beginning, it's easy to be restricted.

After all, civil servants still make up the majority in the imperial court in the capital, and their words carry more weight.

Perhaps in the first few years after the war, military generals would not be looked down upon, but after a long period of peace, in every dynasty, there will be some who value civility over military affairs.

When there is no need to fight, civilian officials are always making suggestions when it comes to governing the country.

After listening to Fang Yun's words, Qingrong thought for a while and nodded first.

Finally, he remembered something again and mentioned it.

"My queen, I have returned victorious from the war this time. Mr. Liu has made military exploits again. He is now of marriageable age. I guess some people will come to inquire about the marriage. What are you going to do, my queen?"

Liu Qin's parents are still alive.

Logically speaking, marriage matters should be governed by the parents' orders. The matchmaker said that although Fang Yun had a special status, she was just a sworn sister. If Liu's elders wanted to interfere in Liu Qin's marriage, conflicts would easily arise.

Fang Yun frowned and took a sip of tea.

"If he can trust me and can carry it cleanly, I will naturally worry about her. If he can't trust me or is foolish and filial, he is not worthy of my further cultivation."

Although they are like brother and sister, in the end, the most real connection between the two is, by far, interests.

Regarding Liu Qin's marriage, Fang Yun did not have to find a political marriage for her, but he had to ensure that the girl was sensible, intelligent and well-organized.

A poor wife will ruin three generations; a poor husband will ruin a whole life.

You have to be careful about this important matter of marriage.

In particular, Liu Qin is the most important bargaining chip that Fang Yun currently holds in the court.

When Fang Yun said this, several maids also understood what she meant and said no more.At this moment, Concubine Yang was also concerned about her mother's family's marriage.

"My brother has come back after doing meritorious service. It's time to choose a wife to get married. I didn't marry before because I was afraid that the party would fight for the legitimate son. I chose the wrong marriage and affected the family. Now the overall situation has been decided. My brother is the heir to the Marquis Mansion with military merit. Why should I choose a family background?" A distinguished lady from a famous family."

"There are many high-ranking families in Beijing, and there are also many girls of the right age. When the prince comes back, we will have a good look at each other."

Si Qi laughed and agreed.

However, Concubine Yang shook her head, with a hint of calculation in her eyes.

"When my brother makes a meritorious service, many powerful people will swarm him, trying to please him. It's always dazzling. You have to choose in advance."

Finally, he gave instructions.

"You go and collect information about the young ladies of the right age from high-ranking families in the capital. Let me pick them slowly first. Only those who are worthy of my brother will be selected."

Hearing this, Si Qi did not dare to refute and immediately nodded.

But I was also murmuring in my heart, in terms of military merit, it must be the young general of the Huo family. Although the Nanning Crown Prince also has great military achievements, I am afraid he cannot surpass the young general Huo.

But I just said this in my heart, but I couldn't let Concubine Yang listen.

During the period of serving Concubine Yang, Si Qi had somewhat figured out some of Concubine Yang's temperament.

That means her Yang family's is the best, no one can compare to it, and no one should compare to it.

"Go and ask Dr. Wu to come and take Ping'an pulse for me."

Concubine Yang's voice brought Si Qi's thoughts back.

"Is the queen feeling unwell?" Si Qi raised her head and asked.

Concubine Yang raised her hand and touched her lower abdomen, "It's not that uncomfortable, but I feel a little uncomfortable."

When she said this, Si Qi didn't dare to be vague and went immediately.

And as soon as she moved here, the news came to Yuzhang Palace.

Fang Yun just narrowed his eyes after hearing this.

"Just keep an eye on it. There shouldn't be any problems with Dr. Zeng's prescription. It will last for five to six months."

"Perhaps she is overly worried. You don't know that Concubine Yang, who has been scheming about this and that all day long, doesn't know how tired she is." Yan Wei added.

While the master and servant were talking, they heard Pei Yao's voice coming from the door.

"Who is so tired? Are you tired from taking care of the harem affairs during these times?"

"Your Majesty." Fang Yun raised his eyes and hurriedly signaled Yan Wei not to speak. He stood up and went to the door to greet him, and complained again, "The Emperor didn't let anyone announce his arrival. He acted like a child. He sounded cornered."

It was a lie just now to say that he was not panicking. After all, what he said was not a good thing, and he didn't know how much Pei Yao heard it.

However, the look on Pei Yao's face should indicate that he only heard the end of Yan Wei's sentence.

No, now Pei Yao smiled and took off his cloak and handed it to Hong Zheng, joking.

"I didn't hear it from the corner, but I smelled the sweet potato fragrance."

"The emperor came just in time. These little guys have been busy for a long time and are almost done baking."

Fang Yun smiled and pulled Pei Yao to wash his hands.

At this moment, Yanwei breathed a sigh of relief and quickly went to pour tea.

I also made a mental note to be more vigilant next time.

After the two of them washed their hands and sat down, Yuan He and Qing Rong had already served the roasted sweet potatoes on a plate.

The eldest prince, the second princess, the fourth prince, and the three younger ones were already sitting around the round table next to them, holding spoons and starting to move.

Seeing the children so harmonious and with the woman he likes beside him, Pei Yao felt a little more relaxed.

He whispered while picking up the sweet potatoes.

"The war situation in Northern Xinjiang is good. Shangyang Kingdom seems to be willing to negotiate peace. I guess the army will be able to return to the court after the new year." (End of Chapter)