Red Mansion: Bastards rule the roost

Chapter 277: Suppress first and then advance 2

Prince Zhongxin secretly praised, Jia Cong, this bastard, is really good at talking.

Emperor Xifeng's eyes flashed brightly, and he stared at Jia Cong, as if he wanted to see him through. He showed a hint of admiration for a long time. No one in the civil and military dynasties had ever said these two words.

"It is good to say that you should live and die to benefit the country because of misfortunes and blessings. It's hard for you to have such ambitions at such a young age. However, if you just say a few words, I will spare you for deploying troops privately and starting border provocations without permission." Where are the laws of the country for your sins? Huh?"

Jia Cong saw sweat on his forehead and said: "Your Majesty, please forgive me. Although I made a mistake, I also made a lot of contributions. I heard that the Beijing army was short of horses, so when I came back this time, I still picked one Twenty thousand healthy horses were presented to the court.

I think of His Majesty's sage wisdom, which is as clear as the past, so I dare to risk my life to go on the war. I am definitely not acting recklessly, greedy for merit and starting a provocation. I am loyal and loyal, and the sun can tell me that I have eighty-year-old grandmothers above me, and none... below. I beg the emperor to spare my life..."

Dai Quan smiled slightly at the foot of the imperial steps. Jia Cong, this kid, is really good at playing rogue.

Emperor Xifeng was amused by his greed for life and fear of death. He coughed and said: "I know your merits, but your sins are not small. Write them down first, and then you will be able to make meritorious deeds. Proclaim the decree."

Dai Quan hurriedly unfolded a volume of imperial edict and said in a long voice: "Enqi Lieutenant and Liaohai Guard Guard Jia Cong listen to the title!"

When he heard the word "Tingfeng", Jia Cong was overjoyed. He hurriedly knelt down and said loudly: "I respectfully listen to the edict."

"The Emperor, who is entrusted by heaven, has an edict: I have heard that you do not choose generals based on your country and its enemies. From this point of view, can you not be careful? The way to choose generals is to judge their talents and use them, and not to leave them far away. , Don’t give up on sin. Therefore, flaws cannot cover up strengths, and faults cannot cover up merits.

Jia Cong, the guard of the Liaohai Guard, is a talented young man with unparalleled loyalty and courage. He understands the general situation, takes into account the overall situation, observes great integrity, and has great righteousness. Guard the isolated city to prevent the barbarians from advancing; rush to the aid of Fengtian and kill the enemy chieftains in front of their horses; be selfless and set an example of the new law; be brave and decisive to save the prince from danger.

I express my gratitude and condolences to you, and with my kindness, I confer on you a first-class Dang Kou Bo, with the title of Jinyiwei Tongzhi, and as the envoy of Jinyiwei Nanzhen, as well as a unicorn suit and a jade belt. You should be loyal and diligent, fulfill your duties as an envoy, and not be dissatisfied with your talents. Thank you! "

There was a buzz in Jia Cong's mind. He only heard the word "Dang Koubo" and he was already ecstatic. He originally planned to become a baron, but he didn't expect the emperor to be so generous. He directly made a first-class Dang Koubo and was promoted to seven levels in a row. Being banned is a great honor.

For example, in the past, Niu Jizong was a first-class uncle, so he did not have a title. Obviously, he was not as majestic as the first-class Dang Koubo.

This is the Lord, who cannot be granted a title except for military merit, and a title cannot be granted except for special purposes.

"I accept the decree and thank the Holy God for His grace!" Jia Cong said loudly with excitement in his heart.

Emperor Xifeng said: "The burden on your shoulders is very heavy. I hope you can pick it up and don't live up to the name of Zilong."

"I will do my best to repay His Majesty's favor in case of any eventuality."

"Well, just step back."

"My minister retire."

When Jia Cong exited the palace, a young eunuch was already waiting to lead him inside.

"Father, are you going to the wrong place?" Jia Cong asked suspiciously.

"Yes, the Queen has summoned you."

Well... Jia Cong had no choice but to follow.

After leaving the Yangxin Hall, heading north, passing through the Yikun Palace and heading west, you will find the Changchun Palace, the residence of Queen Chen.

"Your Majesty, Jia Cong is here to see you."

"Your Majesty, Jia Cong, would like to pay homage to the Queen, may she be blessed with good fortune and good health."

"Flat body." Empress Chen raised her hand slightly and carefully looked at the eight-foot-tall, handsome and vigorous young man in front of her.

Jia Cong stood up and couldn't help but be curious. He raised his eyes slightly and looked up at the Queen. He saw Queen Chen wearing a emerald crown with seven treasures, dragons and phoenix beads on her head. She was also wearing a bright red dress with golden dragons, silver squirrels and cloud patterns, and a string of beads around her neck. The bead was large and round, and looked very familiar. Although he is nearly middle-aged, he looks like a man in his thirties, with willow eyebrows and phoenix eyes, peach cheeks and red lips, a natural beauty, and a graceful appearance.

Jia Cong was shocked and didn't dare to look any further. He quickly lowered his eyes and secretly thought that the queen was actually a great beauty, and her beauty was not inferior to that of Qin Keqing.

Turning my head slightly, I saw a young woman in her twenties sitting next to her. She was wearing a golden hairpin with a burnt blue enamel dragon and phoenix hanging on her head. She had an emerald poplar branch and a nectar step, and she was wearing an azure embroidered country pattern. The Pegasus-skinned man in his coat, as gorgeous as a peach or plum, was looking at him with tears in his eyes.

This is... Jia Cong reacted very quickly and hurriedly bowed down and said: "My brother, I pay my respects to Concubine Yuan."

"Brother Cong, get up quickly." Concubine Yuan's heart was shaken and she couldn't help herself. She stepped forward to help him up with her own hands, touched his head and neck, and cried: "Brother Cong, you have grown up."

After all, Jia Cong was a general who responded to every call. He felt a little embarrassed when Concubine Yuan was caressing him like a child. He couldn't help but look up and saw Empress Chen looking at him with a smile. Princess Ruyi next to him gave him an annoyed look. . He was so taken by the queen's appearance that he didn't even notice her.

"Sister, I haven't seen you for many years, and you have become more beautiful." Jia Cong said with a wry smile.

"Your Majesty, you are talking glibly in front of me. Where did you learn it? You should be beaten." Concubine Yuan gave him an angry look and sat down again.

Empress Chen said with a smile: "Brother Cong comes from his heart and praises you from the bottom of his heart. I take it very seriously. My sister must not be too harsh."

"Your Majesty is kind, but she is afraid of spoiling him," said Concubine Yuan.

"Brother Cong, I have no other intention of calling you here today. I just want to see what you are like as the most talented person in the country. You are indeed well-deserved, and your equipment is magnificent and extraordinary." Queen Chen said.

"My queen loves me wrongly, and I am ashamed that I cannot bear it."

"What did the emperor reward you today?" Queen Chen said with a smile.

"In response to your concubine, the emperor bestows on me a first-class Dang Kou Bo, with the title of Jinyiwei Tongzhi, and the Jinyiwei Nanzhen envoy, as well as a unicorn suit and a jade belt."

Concubine Yuan's eyes lit up and she almost cried with joy. There was another uncle in the family. This was a great joy. A family with three nobles was unprecedented in the country.

Queen Chen nodded and said, "With your merits, you are worthy of your reputation."

Jia Cong said hurriedly: "How can I accomplish this? If it weren't for the divine horse armor given by the empress, Cong's bones would have been buried in the battlefield."

Queen Chen cast a thoughtful look at Princess Ruyi next to her. Seeing her shy expression, she smiled and said, "What are some common things worth compared with your military exploits? The gifts you gave me are much more valuable." , it seems that I have taken advantage."

Jia Cong said sternly: "What I gave to the empress was just the icing on the cake and was of little use to the empress. But what the empress gave me was a help in times of need and saved my life many times. It's not the same thing. If the empress doesn't believe it, just look at me. The scars on the armor show that this statement is true."

Only then did Concubine Yuan notice that the armor worn by Jia Cong was full of scars. Even the general was like this. One could imagine how fierce the battle was. She couldn't help but cover her face with her hands in distress and shed tears.

Empress Chen nodded slightly and said softly: "The yellow sand wears golden armor in a hundred battles, and Loulan will not be returned until it breaks. The general is a tiger who is loyal and loyal. This palace is very pleased. Come, I will give you a pair of golden armor."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for the reward." Jia Cong bowed hurriedly.

Empress Chen smiled and said: "I can't reward you as an official, so I will give you a suit of armor. Go to the side hall and put it on quickly, lest your family go and Mrs. Rongguo sees her and complains about the Tian family for kidnapping the child."

Concubine Yuan hurriedly said: "My dear, my grandmother has always taught her children and grandchildren the principles of loyalty and filial piety. We must not bear any grudges."

"Sister, please get up. I am joking, why should I take it seriously?" Empress Chen said with a smile.

(End of this chapter)