King Xiang of the Red Chamber

Chapter 427 Going to Beijing Camp

After receiving the message, Keqing asked Ruizhu and the others to stay, and then walked into Yihe Garden.

In this royal palace, Keqing lived an absolutely cautious life. After all, she still didn't have a status until now.

So when Yang Jingting, the concubine, arrived, she had to go to see her no matter what, so that she wouldn't be thought ignorant.

After entering the courtyard gate, he saw Baochai and his wife standing in the center of the courtyard from a distance, but Ke Qing immediately quickened his pace and hurried over.

"Greetings to the princess, hello to the empress!"

If Keqing has a position, even the lowest concubine can call Yang Jingting sister, but at this time she can only call her empress.

"Get up!" Baochai stepped forward and helped him up.

"This Miss Qin, the prince caused a lot of trouble for her that day!"

Yang Jingting nodded slightly. She was present at the incident, but today was the first time she met Keqing.

At this moment, I have to admit that this Miss Qin is really charming. It is no wonder that my thirteenth brother will spend a lot of money for her.

"This is your sister Ting!" Baochai introduced to Keqing again.

Baochai introduced her in this way, but Qingfang changed her title and said, "I have heard the princess praise my sister several times. Today, it is just as the empress said. My sister is so beautiful and beautiful that it is rare to see her in the world!"

"This is the princess's overestimation. How beautiful is my body..."

Then Yang Jingting looked at Ke Qing and said slowly: "Miss Qin's beauty is so beautiful that it is really hard to find in the world. No wonder the prince loves you!"

"You guys, please stop being so humble to each other. This is not the place to talk. There is a plum grove in the palace garden, which is in full bloom now... Let's go for a walk there!"

Baochai was the princess, and neither of them refused her proposal, so they followed her to Merlin.

After everyone played for a while, Zhu Jinghong rushed over after finishing his work, and the three of them had lunch in the yard.

In the afternoon, Zhu Jinghong had made arrangements to go to the Changshi Department to listen to Wang Pei'an's lecture. This was something he couldn't refuse.

When Zhu Jinghong went to class, all the eunuchs and maids in charge of the palace were called to gather outside Tongxin Hall.

With such a battle, it was obvious that something big was about to happen, and no one, including Deng An and Zhang Pingan, dared to neglect it.

But they discovered carefully that there was another chair to the left of the princess's chair on the steps of Tongxin Hall today.

If you are a little more alert, you will know that the concubine will formally meet with everyone next, so that the slaves below will not recognize her.

Everyone stood and waited outside the hall. At this moment, in the study on the east side of Tongxin Hall, Ke Qing was looking in the direction of the study with excitement on his face.

At this moment, Ying'er took out the gold seal from the box, came to the desk and bowed to Baochai, who sat on the chair and nodded slightly.

So Ying'er turned around and put her seal on the book on the desk. On it was written the announcement that Keqing was to be her concubine.

In other words, with this flamboyant pamphlet, Keqing has an official status in the palace. Even though his status is low, he is still upright.

After Ying'er finished stamping, Wen Xing on the other side put the book away, asked Baochai for instructions, and then brought it to Ke Qing.

But Qing stretched out her hand to take it, her eyes were moist for a moment. This was the happiest moment since she entered the house.

"Thank you, Princess!" Ke Qing paid homage solemnly.

"Get up!"

"Okay... the things that the prince told me have been done, let's go out!" Baochai stood up with a smile.

So Ke and Qing followed him and walked towards the entrance of the hall. Qi Baochai started chatting and laughing with Yang Jingting.

When the three of them appeared, the stewards waiting outside immediately bowed down.

After Baochai sat down, Yang Jingting sat down on the chair on the side, while Ke Qing could only stand.

"Everyone look up!"

After Baochai spoke, everyone present raised their heads.

"Today our royal palace has a concubine. We have called you here to recognize our master. We must serve you carefully and carefully in the future..."

"If anyone collides in ignorance, without waiting for the prince to intervene... I will punish you severely!"

Seeing Baochai talking eloquently, Yang Jingting had a warm look on her face, but she was thinking a lot in her heart.

He was supporting Ke Qing, and he was lecturing the stewards of the house... Yang Jingting had to think that this was Baochai demonstrating his stewardship.

Although she also knew that Baochai was not such a superficial person, and she probably had a villain's heart.

Soon after Baochai finished her lecture, she asked Deng An and others to leave, and then she and Yang Jingting entered the house.

Today is Yang Jingting's "wedding" day, but because of her status as a concubine, there are no formalities that should be followed. It's just that Zhu Jinghong will spend the night at her place tonight.

So when it was almost time, Yang Jingting said goodbye and left. Knowing the reason, Baochai would not stay any longer.

As for Yang Jingting, after she returned to Yihe Garden, she asked her personal maid to freshen up and dress herself up.

During this process, Yang Jingting thought that something was about to happen, and Yang Jingting became nervous for no reason, so that she was always in a daze.

When the wind and snow gradually subsided and the sun was about to set, the voice of the maid came from outside.

"See Your Majesty!"

At this time, Yang Jingting's maid reminded her: "Madam, the prince is here, you should go out to greet him!"

"Ok!"

Yang Jingting usually hopes to see Zhu Jinghong, but now she feels like her feet are filled with lead, and every step she takes seems extremely difficult.

So before she even left the house, Zhu Jinghong had already entered.

"Ten... ginseng... pay homage to the prince!"

Yang Jingting was so nervous that Zhu Jinghong couldn't laugh or cry, so he stepped forward to support her and said: "Sister, there is no need to be polite. If you feel awkward... let's call her the same name!"

"what?"

Naturally, he led Yang Jingting inside, and Zhu Jinghong continued: "As for the title... As long as people can understand it, as long as they can distinguish each other, when we get to the palace..."

Zhu Jinghong kept talking, and feeling the warmth of his hands, Yang Jingting slowly calmed down.

Being by Zhu Jinghong's side was what she had always dreamed of, and now that she had gotten her wish, she should be happy.

Although things like status are very important, in Yang Jingting's view, they are not everything in life. From this point of view, her vision is beyond the reach of others.

While having a pleasant conversation with Yang Jingting, Zhu Jinghong felt slightly embarrassed thinking about what was going to happen next.

It's not that he is too shy, but because he is so familiar with this girl and has a very vulgar relationship, he feels that it is really difficult to make a move.

After dinner, the two talked for a while in the courtyard. When it started snowing, they entered the house. Then Zhu Jinghong led Yang Jingting into the bedroom.

The red candles have been lit and the bed has been covered with white silk. They both know what will happen next.

But before doing anything, there are still a few simple rituals to be performed, for which the maids are already busy.

A few minutes later, Zhu Jinghong and Zhu Jinghong sat upright on the bed, and then said very seriously: "The royal family has many rules!"

"Well..." Yang Jingting's voice became softer and softer.

Ever since Zhu Jinghong arrived, the two of them had said everything they needed to say, and they were actually somewhat speechless about this matter.

"Sister Ting, it's getting late... let's take a rest!" Zhu Jinghong said.

"Well..." Yang Jingting's voice became even lower.

Under the candlelight, Yang Jingting's red face and the look of her letting you pick things made Zhu Jinghong move his index finger for a moment.

As soon as the candlelight went out, Zhu Jinghong instantly transformed into a devil and pounced on the delicate beauty on the bed.

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A few days passed quickly, and the last day of the 11th year of orthodoxy came.

In the past few days, Baochai gave full play to her ladylike demeanor and drove Zhu Jinghong to Yihe Garden to spend the night, which also slightly won Yang Jingting's heart.

Today is New Year's Eve, but the palace of Prince Xiang does not seem busy. The eunuchs and maids have already prepared everything.

"Princess Princess, someone came from Kunning Palace just now and took Concubine Yang into the palace!"

Upon hearing the report, Baochai just nodded slightly, and then continued to look at the gift list in front of him.

The palace has routine affairs every day, especially when the New Year is approaching and there are more gifts. When people give gifts, the palace must return gifts.

The return gift list she was looking at was drafted by someone below, and it could only be issued if she approved it.Since she became a princess through meditation, Baochai has established rules in the palace. If she exceeds 50 taels of silver, she must be repaid to her, allowing her to firmly control the financial power of the palace.

After confirming that the situation was correct, Baochai picked up the gold seal and stamped it.

There are two copies of the list, one of which is taken to the warehouse to take out the items with the ticket, and the other is kept with her for archiving. Baochai will check the financial situation regularly.

"Take it and let Deng An finish it as soon as possible. All the gifts today will be delivered!"

"Yes!" Ying'er took the ticket and walked out.

At this moment, outside Tongxin Hall, Deng An was walking back and forth. When he saw Ying'er coming out, he immediately went to greet her.

"Miss Yinger!"

"You kept Eunuch Deng waiting for a long time!"

"How dare you!" Deng An had no airs.

"Grandpa, please pick up the things. The princess said that today's gifts must be prepared!"

"Please report back to your Majesty, I will definitely take care of it!"

Here Deng An received the ticket and left. At this moment, the palace chief Shi Si Nei and Wang Pei'an had received the reward.

The eunuchs, maids, and bodyguards who serve in the palace will be rewarded every New Year. As the chief minister of the palace, Wang Pei'an has always been indispensable.

But seeing the 100 taels of cash in front of him, Wang Pei'an was a little overwhelmed.

Looking at the little eunuch in front of him, Wang Peian asked: "Is it wrong? This is too much!"

Generally speaking, the reward amount for maids and officials is between three taels and twelve taels.

He, the chief official of the palace, had only had 30 taels at most before, but Wang Pei'an already felt it was too much.

Now that 100 taels came directly, Wang Pei'an found it difficult to accept.

Of course, he also knew that the palace wanted to help him by giving him such a generous gift. After all, it was no secret that he was living in poverty in Beijing.

But as a scholar, Wang Pei'an was arrogant, which made it difficult for him to accept such a reward.

"Replying to my lord, this is what is written on the list, and this slave is also following the order!"

Although the young eunuch spoke softly, he was already scolding him in his heart. He secretly thought that Wang Pei'an was ungrateful and refused to accept the money when he was given it.

"This is too much, so... let's stick to the old routine!"

After saying this, Wang Pei'an took out six silver ingots from them, and then said: "There are too many...please take them back!"

Six silver ingots for 30 taels, which means that the remaining 70 taels will be returned, which puts the little eunuch who sent the silver into trouble.

But he also knew Wang Pei'an's temper, so after a brief hesitation, the young eunuch took the money back.

Unlike Wang Pei'an's treatment, Zhu Jinghong personally distributed the silver rewards to the palace guards.

The monthly salary of the guards is three taels. It is a very happy thing to get a reward of six taels on New Year's Eve this year.

But today Zhu Jinghong also set up a lottery, including archery, wrestling, riding, weightlifting, and long-distance running. Those who can get the first place in any of the five events can get an additional 20 taels.

The guards of Prince Xiang's Mansion were all selected with excellent martial arts and physical fitness. After joining the manor, Zhu Jinghong paid special attention to the quality of individual soldiers, so the two hundred or so guards were all very powerful.

This also means that all the guards below are very powerful, and it will definitely be a difficult competition to get these 20 taels.

While the guards were talking about it, Zhu Jinghong continued on the stage and said: "Whoever comes out on top in two categories will be given a jar of royal wine!"

Upon hearing this, everyone below became even more excited, and everyone wanted to start immediately.

"Your Majesty, if I get first place in three items, will there be any reward?"

"Hu Laosi, don't be arrogant in front of the prince!" Guard Baihu Zhang Youliang scolded.

Zhu Jinghong waved his hand to stop Zhang Youliang, and then said to the people below: "Whoever comes first in the three categories, I will give you a sword!"

Zhu Jinghong had an impression of this Hu Laosi and knew that his riding and shooting skills were pretty good, so it seemed normal to ask him such a question.

Everyone became more and more excited when they heard that they could be given a sword. Whoever got it would be honored in front of their colleagues and even the standard guard.

As for the first place in four or even five events, no one asked about it anymore because no one was so sure.

"Let's get started!"

Following Zhu Jinghong's order, on the last day of the 11th year of orthodoxy, a full-scale martial arts show took place in Prince Xiang's Mansion.

Zhu Jinghong sat up high and watched, feeling extremely relaxed. He planned to not think about anything today and just have some fun in peace.

"Your Majesty, we have a guest!" Yu Hai announced from beside Zhu Jinghong.

"Who's here?"

"It's Mr. Hou from the Hou family, as well as the Zhang family and the Wang family..."

After only hearing this, Zhu Jinghong knew who was coming, so he asked Yu Hai to invite people to the school grounds.

A few minutes later, Hou Jing and others walked into the school grounds, and then saw this unique scene.

"Greetings to the Thirteenth Master!"

After signaling a few people to get up, Zhu Jinghong asked: "I remember that gifts have been sent to your house, why are you all here again?"

"The family is the family, we are the family!" Hou Jing said with a smile.

After looking at Hou Jing and others, he gradually asked: "Are you here empty-handed?"

Hou Jing and others looked at each other, looking very embarrassed for a moment.

"It's not what you said. The house belongs to the house and you belong to the house. Since you are here, how can you come empty-handed?"

"Your Majesty, the clothes I'm wearing are pretty good. Look..."

Hearing what Wang Jie said, Zhu Jinghong laughed, pointed at him and said, "You'd better keep it and wear it yourself!"

After the joke, Zhu Jinghong had someone bring chairs over, and then started chatting with Hou Jing and others.

Originally, all the people who were familiar with him wanted to come, but that would be too eye-catching, so only Hou Jing and a few people came.

From the very beginning of the royal palace competition, they then talked about the training of the Northern Four Guards, and finally the topic fell on the situation in the northwest.

"The war in the Northwest is inevitable. This is an opportunity for you. Please pay more attention!"

"Thirteenth Master, will the Four Northern Guards be sent to the northwest?" Hou Jing asked.

"do not know!"

Zhu Jinghong continued: "But even if you don't send the Northern Four Guards, you can go to the Beijing camp if you have an idea. In recent months, they have sent a lot to the northwest!"

"Your Majesty, do you think we should go?" Hou Jing asked.

Zhu Jinghong did not answer directly, but looked at everyone on the school field and said: "If you want to become famous early, go ahead!"

"I understand!" Hou Jing replied.

Zhu Jinghong is basically familiar with the North Fourth Guards, and he has many acquaintances there, so people like Hou Jing are not of much use now.

Relatively speaking, he has not been able to intervene in the Beijing camp for the time being, so he hopes that someone will go over and take a front line.

However, if you want to make achievements as soon as possible, the requirements for those who go there are very high, and Wang Jie and Hou Jing happen to be more suitable.

Wang Jie himself is a member of the sixth-level Dragon Guard, and he can become a fifth-level general when he goes to the capital camp.

As for Hou Jing, although he would only be able to serve as a general manager, his grandfather was the former military governor's deputy governor, so as long as he performs meritorious service, he will definitely be promoted.

"Thank you Thirteenth Master for the tip!" Wang Jie said at this moment.

Several others, such as Zhang Lin and Lu Yuxin, thought this was what Zhu Jinghong meant, so they also expressed their willingness to go, but the latter were blocked by Zhu Jinghong.

"They are going to seek a future. Someone must accompany me. You should stay here!" Zhu Jinghong said calmly.

"Making great achievements is now. If you really go to Beijing Camp, don't let my reputation be ruined!"

"Don't worry, Thirteenth Master. If I can't make meritorious deeds, I will never dare to come to see you!"

Everyone chatted for a while, and they all said goodbye and left around noon. There were also activities at their respective homes today.

　This chapter has actually been blocked twice. Everyone...I'd better change my mind from now on!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)