The Concubine Wushuang of Red Mansion

Chapter 190 King Zhongshun: Female students are not allowed to stay in college
When Jia Cong sent people back to his hometown to talk to Daiyu about the trip back to Beijing, Jia Zheng happened to be in Rongqing Hall to talk to Jia Mu about welcoming her in the suburbs.

Aunt Xue took Baochai, Mrs. Wang took Baoyu, Xiangyun did not come over from Ningguo Mansion, Li Wan, a widow, could not live with her father-in-law, so she stayed in the blue gauze cupboard, while Xifeng stood aside to wait on her.

In the Rongqing Hall, it had become so depressed without realizing it. Baoyu stood as if in mourning, with his head lowered and his ears drooping, with a sad look on his face.

"Brother Cong has made great achievements again this time. The emperor praised Brother Cong for his ability to stabilize the country when he mounted his horse, and to govern the country when he dismounted. The Ningxia rebellion, the court originally thought it would take at least half a year to put down the rebellion, but who knows, Brother Cong It only took two months, and another two months for Ningxia to be restored. Your Majesty is very relieved, and the Emperor even said that he would welcome us in the suburbs. But in such a hot weather, there are people in the court who object, and I wonder if it can be done?"

Jia Zheng took a look at the blazing sun outside and realized that the cicadas were screaming desperately. The heat was in full swing and it was indeed not suitable for outdoor visits. It would be a pity if it really didn't work out.

Everyone knew that Jia Congzhi's fame would reach an incredible height when the emperor personally welcomed him out of the country. This was also the reason why the cabinet ministers desperately opposed it.

Xifeng was surprised that Brother Cong had made such a great contribution again. Although she didn't understand it, it sounded very powerful. The emperor had to go out of the city to greet him. What a great contribution this must be.

Is it possible that the title of the person next door is going to be upgraded again?If he is promoted again, wouldn't he become the Duke of the country?
Aunt Xue was also extremely shocked. The child must be younger than her Baochai. How could he be so powerful? It was originally said that he got a title because of his family's influence, and relied on his master to be promoted to the title. Now, it's not like that. Knowing that Ningxia was suppressing the rebellion, who helped him?

Mrs. Wang squeezed the Buddhist beads in her hand tightly, feeling extremely sick in her heart. God is really unfair. People like Jia Cong can actually make meritorious deeds again and again!

She had to ask Uncle Baoyu if he had done anything to deceive the court this time. If Jia Cong could be pulled down, the position of the Marquis would be her Baoyu's turn.

"It's so hot, how can I help the Emperor to greet him in person? No matter how meritorious he is, he is still a minister and he is young. Why don't you advise him, how can I help the Emperor?" Mrs. Wang said considerately, "When the time comes, won't it? Make the whole court angry?"

How could Jia Cong occupy such limelight?

In this world, most people are snobbish and wealthy. Seeing the tall buildings rising in the East Mansion, Jia Cong's reputation is getting stronger and stronger. Even Xiangyun can't get over there. If Bao Yatou hadn't been sensible, her Baoyu wouldn't even be able to say a word. There is no one left, only naughty things with the maids.

Jia Zheng was still immersed in the joy of his own Qilin'er. You must know that at the great court meeting, although the cabinet and the Five Cities Military and Horse Division strongly opposed the emperor's coming out of the suburbs to welcome the emperor, there were still many people with lofty ideals who could see Cong'er's military exploits. Many people came up to talk to him. The official from the Ministry of Industry even gave him leave and ordered him to come back early to talk to the old lady about Brother Cong's return to Beijing. What an honor!

After hearing what Mrs. Wang said, Jia Zheng felt that it was a bit inappropriate. He also thought that it was a woman's opinion, so he did not agree with ordinary opinions. He only said, "Although Brother Cong is young, he is very capable. What should he do?" He has already made up his own mind, why should you and I comment? This time, when he returns from victory, it is one achievement to put down the rebellion, and another to provide for the people. At his age, if he has done such a big thing, it is no wonder that the emperor thinks highly of him!"

Jia Zheng could only see this on the surface, but this alone shocked him. He couldn't help but think, what would happen if Brother Cong inherited the title of Rongguo Mansion?
When Jia Mu heard this, her old heart couldn't help but beat loudly. She asked Xifeng, "Go there quickly and ask. Brother Cong sent someone to come back with a letter. How long did it take?" Can you return home?"

Xifeng sighed, and hurriedly went out and ordered people to go to Dongfu to inquire. When he came back, he said to Jia Mu, "Old ancestor, if there is a letter from there in a while, I will make another trip. The last time I came back, I didn't even worship my ancestors." He just ran away. Not only was he promoted to a noble title, but he also made great contributions and was rewarded several times by the palace. How could he not say it in front of his ancestors?"

"That's it. You have to discuss this with Cong's wife. The child has been at home for a few days. Now that he's back, he should rest for a few more days, right?"

Aunt Xue said with a smile, "It is said that those who are capable work hard. The old lady has raised such a good grandson, but she cannot see her several times a year. I have raised a naughty child, and it dangles in front of my eyes every day. I am confused when I look at it." It’s uncomfortable! But the old lady is so lucky that I can’t even envy her.”

Mother Jia liked hearing this the most, and she smiled so brightly, "My aunt, please stop talking. My aunt doesn't know that he is a left-minded person, and he will make people very angry when he is stubborn. He has always made people angry since he was a child!"

"Otherwise, he was a well-behaved person, where would he be today? It can be seen that raising children and grandchildren still requires a stubborn temper." Aunt Xue was born in a merchant's family, and she is best at catering to her words. This is why Jia's mother always likes to call her aunt to talk. for the sake of.

The rebellious look of that person appeared in Baochai's mind. The young man's eyebrows had always been cold and frighteningly gloomy, with an evil spirit coming out of the mountain of corpses and sea of ​​blood. But when he saw the girl As a child, it can be as warm as the warm sunshine of spring, so how can it not make people angry?

Baochai's psychological activity at this time is probably that she is no worse than Daiyu. A girl like her, even if she is not regarded as a guest of honor, should not be ignored by Jia Cong. If he treats everyone equally It was enough to treat everyone equally, but he treated Miss Lin very favorably. As a result, in Jia Cong's place, she and Daiyu were on par with each other.

Baochai is a proud and arrogant person, how can she not be ashamed and annoyed?
Pursing her lips lightly, Baochai quickly put her thoughts away, which was a bit unnatural.

Not long after, the people who went to Dongfu to inquire about the news came back and brought Qingwen. After all, the old lady personally asked her, and it would be inappropriate if she didn't send someone to tell her. Qingwen happened to be the maid given to her by the old lady. , it would be more appropriate to let her reply.

"In reply to the old lady, the second master sent his own soldiers back to convey the message, saying that after the prisoners are presented at the Meridian Gate tomorrow morning, they must go to the palace to pay the order. I'm afraid it won't be until the afternoon when they leave the palace."

Baoyu looked at Qingwen intently, and he seemed to see the shadow of Daiyu in Qingwen. He treated Sister Lin wholeheartedly, but since that year, Sister Lin never talked to him again.

Qingwen was originally the old lady's maid, and he didn't have anyone he liked in the house now. If Qingwen were to come, he would have a confidant who was easy to talk to.

Thinking like this, Baoyu also had a smile on his face, and suddenly felt a sharp gaze shooting towards him like an arrow. Only then did Baoyu remember that his father was still there, so he calmed down and remained calm.

Jia Mu asked hurriedly, "Didn't you say that the emperor was going out to the outskirts of the city to greet him? Why didn't he greet him?"

Qingwen said, "I don't know now. Maybe I won't know until the second master comes back."

Mother Jia couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. Last time, the four princes came to greet the emperor in person. After all, it was the prince who did it. This time, if the emperor can lead hundreds of officials to personally welcome him, how majestic it would be!

"Then go back and tell your grandma that when brother Cong comes back tomorrow, let him and his wife come over here to have a feast to welcome the wind."

Qingwen was reluctant in every possible way, but she was not capable of saying such a refusal, so she had no choice but to say "yes".

Watching Qingwen leave, Baoyu's heart felt like a knife. Because Jia Zheng was there, he could do nothing, so he lowered his head and thought about how to tell the old lady to get Qingwen back.After King Zhongshun came back from the south, he had not been feeling well. In the hot afternoon, he sat in the Mei Mei Pavilion in the back garden, and his babbling singing came across the lake as the wind blew over him. Xiaodan's graceful figure Her posture is reflected in the water, and her every frown and smile is captivating.

King Zhongshun was leaning on the couch, tapping his fingers gently to the rhythm. When the song ended, he took a deep look at Qi Guan, called out "Shang", and asked Meng Jixi who was serving beside him, "Look at this How is the child?"

Meng Jixi shook his head secretly, but said, "This southern song has a melodious melody and a heart-warming tune! In appearance, it is gentle, charming and expressive, which is really rare!"

The official Qi wanted to come forward to express his thanks, but King Zhongshun shook his fan impatiently and sent him away. With Meng Jixi's help, he stood up and stretched his muscles. After seeing no one around, he said, "I entered the palace yesterday. I went to the Daming Palace to pay my respects to the Supreme Emperor. The Emperor rewarded me with a reward, and I saw that he was used to serving others. I am not as good as I used to be, and my waist is not strong anymore. How can I use these things?"

Meng Jixi despised the Supreme Emperor in his heart and said, "I heard that Marquis Ning Guo is coming back and will present prisoners at the Meridian Gate tomorrow. Didn't I say before that the Emperor would go out to the outskirts of the city to welcome him? I must have been dissuaded by the court?"

"That's not true. Ning Guohou himself went to court to dissuade the emperor. This boy is quite capable. I heard that the people of Ningxia even gave gifts to the emperor. I don't know what he is causing. You moth, don’t let those officials in the court take advantage of you!”

"It would be great if we really caught the handle!"

A charming voice came in. Meng Jixi recognized that the person was Princess Xianning, so she hurriedly stepped forward to salute.

Xian Ning is wearing a light green long coat with folded branches and spring embroidery with a cross-collar. Under the white cross-collar tunic is a beige pleated skirt. She looks beautiful and charming, but there is a lot of heroism between her brows and eyes, and her hibiscus jade face is very aura.

"Those talkative officials only use their words all day long, and they are the most annoying. He will also say that others do well, and he will also say that if they do not do well, I really don't know why Uncle Huang doesn't dismiss these people from office."

This is how naughty a girl is. King Zhongshun couldn't help but laugh after hearing this, and gently tapped his daughter's forehead, "Your uncle the emperor doesn't want to be called a fool by these literati in the future history!"

Seeing his daughter coming, King Zhongshun glanced at Meng Jixi, and Meng Jixi hurriedly retreated.

King Zhongshun took his daughter's hand, sat down on the couch, and asked, "Why did you run out when you weren't staying in the palace?"

Xian Ning hesitated for a long time before saying, "My daughter wants to go out for a walk as the weather is nice today."

Zhongshun Wang glanced at the blazing sun outside. He really didn't see how the weather was getting better. He knew what his daughter was thinking, and said, "You are leaving the city at this time. I'm afraid you won't be able to come back at night. Is that possible?" Do you want to spend another night outside the city?"

"What's the point? It's not like there are no inns outside the city. Besides, Jia Cong's army is stationed outside the city. Is it possible that there are still young people who dare to do whatever they want?"

Speaking of the name "Jia Cong", Xian Ning's heart skipped a beat. When she saw her father looking at her with a pair of eyes that looked like a smile but not a smile, Xian Ning was a little timid at first, but she didn't know what was wrong. He actually dared to look at his father. The father and daughter stared at each other with big eyes and small eyes.

After all, King Zhongshun couldn't bear it, so he retreated first and looked away, "Tomorrow, when the prisoners are presented at the Meridian Gate, he will enter the city. Why are you running out of the city so late? Once it gets too late and you can't come back, is it possible that you still have to go to the city?" After spending a night in the army, have you ever thought that your father would be worried?"

"What's there to worry about?" Xian Ning bit her lip lightly, with a decisive look, "I'm just like you!"

Once you have that person in your heart, you will remain committed to it for the rest of your life.

"You are a girl, how can you be so unreserved? What will he think?"

"What do I want him to think?" Xian Ning was so angry that she almost shed tears. "This is my business. What do I want him to think? If he thinks about it carefully, we will benefit. If he doesn't think about it carefully, Will I still shamelessly stay in front of him?"

King Zhongshun was also so angry that he almost jumped up, "How can you, a noble daughter of the clan, be so contemptuous of yourself?"

When Xian Ning saw that his father was angry, he didn't dare to make a mistake, but he still said sternly, "We are brothers and sisters from the same school. He went back to Beijing from the war and I went to see him in advance. So what?"

Thinking of yesterday, when he went into the palace to talk to the emperor about Jia Cong's military exploits, he wanted to reward him. He wished he could take the initiative to mention that he would give his daughter to Jia Cong, but before the emperor, many things needed to be carefully planned.

Just like before, he planned to use Jiangnan's contribution to ask for a reward from the emperor's brother. Unexpectedly, the emperor's brother did not take the initiative to mention it, so he could not take the initiative to ask for it. He could only endure it for the time being and wait and see when the opportunity would come. .

Perhaps, Qiguan's matter is a good opportunity.

The father and daughter were in a stalemate, and a decree came from the palace, calling King Zhongshun to the palace. For the time being, he could not control his daughter, so he had to make a request, "You must return to the palace before sunset, otherwise, I will be rude to Jia Cong." !”

Xianning was so angry that he stamped his feet and ran away, fearing that he would be late and not come back. Seeing his daughter's unsatisfactory appearance, King Zhongshun had no choice but to blame his wife for his death. He gave birth to a son?

Just as King Zhongshun thought, the emperor was still uneasy about the fact that he was summoned by the Supreme Emperor yesterday and given the official title. The two brothers met in Dongnuan Pavilion. After chatting for a few words, the emperor asked, "Where is the palace gate? It’s simply unbelievable that an adult man is staying overnight!”

King Zhongshun was not able to accept this, so he only said, "My father just wanted to know how much money I brought back from Jiangnan this time. He said that the building has not been built yet, and he doesn't know whether he will be able to achieve enlightenment in the future." Well, I really don’t know how to persuade, so I can only say that the current national situation is difficult, Henan has suffered from drought for many years, and the captives in Liaodong are running around. I heard that the Mongols had another moth not long ago, and they have to spend money everywhere. Your Majesty Brother, the dragon robe has not been replenished for several years, and my father scolded me again. Who knows, when I left the palace, Dai Quan, that bitch, stuffed an actor into me again."

King Zhongshun was also a little excited, and when he finished speaking, he became incoherent.

(End of this chapter)