General, please stay

Chapter 257 Performing their duties
But the imperial decree has been issued, so where is the reason to change it?Crying and begging again means resisting the decree.

The Xin family was downgraded to a beauty again, which was equivalent to being downgraded three levels in a row.Considering that her father was in the new attacking Qi general, he did not imprison him in the cold palace, but stayed in the original palace.There were no other concubines there, so her position as head of the house had not been obviously abolished.It means to leave it for her to think about it before using it.

The news spread to the concubines.Without exception, it is gloating.Mrs. Liu was more thoughtful, and after asking the reason clearly, she couldn't help thinking that Mrs. Xin was really stupid.It's not clear yet in the harem, but they have already fought with an outsider.

But because of this, I am afraid that the king and Marquis Wu's family are not as close as they are rumored outside.

At the same time, Zichen Palace also got the news.

The Queen Mother frowned.

When Yan Junming triumphantly came to invite An Ceng to eat, he was scolded by the Queen Mother.

"Your Majesty, I heard that you punished the concubine?"

Yan Junming was stunned, seeing that the Queen Mother's face was not right, he said cautiously: "Yes, Mrs. Wang, that Xin family dares to come to me to tell tales..."

The queen mother said: "Why didn't you inform Ai's family in advance?"

"..."

The queen mother said again: "Or, your majesty, you take care of everything every day, and plan this matter in the harem, and do it yourself?"

Yan Junming was a little puzzled, and said, "Shouldn't she be punished?"

At this time, the clever, cute and considerate little Guoguo appeared. She interrupted the dull conversation and said crisply: "Uncle Wang, she has nothing to do with her, so she should be punished. But you should tell the Queen Mother about it." It is only right for the Empress Dowager or the Empress Dowager to judge and punish her."

Yan Junming said: "Aren't you afraid to trouble Mrs. Wang for such a trivial matter?"

The queen mother sighed, and said: "The Ai family should take a good leisurely time, lest the old man care about what he has and what he has, and he will not be able to go well."

Yan Junming quickly apologized and said with a smile: "Sister-in-law Wang, what are you talking about?"

Guoguo said: "Trouble is a little troublesome, but the rules are like this. Uncle Wang, think about it, now the empress dowager is in charge of the Phoenix seal, and it's time to stand up. If those concubines and aunts think that you, Uncle Wang, also manage the harem Things, if they have something to do in the future, they will run away."

What she said was very cryptic, but anyone with ears could hear it. She meant that those palace concubines thought that their husbands would also interfere in the affairs of the harem, so they would inevitably despise the Queen Mother.

Yan Junming also went out from this harem, how could he not understand these principles, he was immediately annoyed, and repeatedly apologized to the Queen Mother and Concubine Su.

The Queen Mother and Concubine Su ignored him, and it was useless for Guoguo to act coquettishly.He had no choice but to look at the staring Qigui again.

He flattered and said: "Sister-in-law Shi, you can help me to express your love. Since I am a first-time offender, please ask Mrs. Wang to not remember the villain's mistakes, and don't care about me."

Qi Guiben had a sullen face, but was amused by him, and said: "I don't dare to intercede for you. Right now, this is the harem, not the imperial court. The empress dowager is the biggest one, so it's up to you to say it."

Yan Junming was not annoyed, and said, "Yes, Mrs. Shi is right. In this harem, Mrs. Wang is the biggest one, and she counts her words. But Mrs. Shi, your sisters-in-law are easy to talk, so please help me to ask for a favor." .”

The Queen Mother couldn't hold back any longer, she laughed and cursed: "Look at you, Your Majesty!"

Yan Junming smirked, and made a request for a meal on the sidelines: "In the blink of an eye, it's time for lunch."

Qi Guiyi almost jumped up when he heard it, and said, "Oh, is this already?"

The queen mother gave her a sideways look, and said, "Sit down! Could it be that Xiao Shi still has nothing to eat? They are all mothers, and they are not sure yet, jumping around like a little monkey!"

Qi Gui immediately looked sad, glanced at Yan Junming who was gloating, and whispered: "The general is in Wenchang Pavilion, and he doesn't remember to eat when he gets busy. The concubine has to be sent to him."

The Empress Dowager said: "The people in your house are all dead people? Isn't there a side wife who has just made An Ren!"

Yan Junming also took the opportunity to say: "That's right, sister-in-law ten, you can't get too used to brother ten."

"..."

The queen mother said: "Let's pass on the meal. The king also stay and have a meal together. The family should also be more lively."

Guoguo smiled and said, "Guoguo wants to eat crystal hoofs."

Yan Junming made fun of her: "Where do you eat and where do you make up?"

Guo Guo glared at him angrily.

Sure enough, the imperial dining room gave crystal hooves.

Yan Junming insisted on abandoning the long table, it was useless for the Queen Mother to scold him for being unruly.He said that everything else can follow the rules of the palace, but eating here must follow his rules.Otherwise, after a busy day, you can't even eat a good meal, so what's the fun?

During the dinner, the queen mother asked how the preparations for the expedition were going.

Yan Junming said: "Brother Ten is preparing, and I have been unable to move away to look at it. The ministers' booklets seem to be free of money, and they are sent in by the dozen. My eyes hurt when I look at it. Come down, there is nothing important."

In fact, the function of Wenchang Pavilion is to review, distribute, and filter memorials.However, ministers above a certain level have the right to directly submit memorials to the king.If it is not an important note, it can also be handed over to Wenchang Pavilion for discussion, and then make decisions with the six related departments.

There shouldn't be so many memorials...

The queen mother pondered for a while, and then said: "Outsiders are still suspicious of the relationship between the king and your tenth brother, and feel that this memorial should be heard directly, so as not to be detained by your tenth brother."

Yan Junming thought for a while, and realized that this was really the case, so he frowned and said, "You pretend to be smart."

The queen mother said: "This matter is reversed. Xiao Shi is busy preparing for the battle, and your majesty is busy dealing with these trivial matters."

An unintentional remark reminded Yan Junming.He thought for a while, and said: "The co-author is someone who doesn't take my words seriously, right?"

It shouldn't be like this, but some people always make new rules on their own.Seeing that he didn't object, he intensified his efforts.

Yan Junming was a little annoyed.He has always been a decisive person, and he ordered all the trivial memorials to be packed in Wenchang Pavilion at the dinner table, and reminded that all memorials will be sent to Wenchang Pavilion in the future, until the day when he returns from the victory.

Qi Gui was annoyed, and thought, will you still let my husband eat?

Seeing her expression, Guoguo couldn't help but secretly smiled, and said, "Mother, don't feel sorry for my father. Later, Guoguo will send someone to bring delicious food to my father."

She is like a fish in water in the palace!

Yan Junming also smirked, and said: "No, I'm a little impatient, why are you all losing your temper with me..."

Qi Gui glared at him angrily.

After dinner, Yan Junming thought that those annoying memorials were gone, and Zichen Palace was full of people today, so he reluctantly wanted to leave.Finally, he was driven away by the queen mother.

As soon as he left, the empress dowager's half-drowsy eyes opened immediately, and a cold light appeared in her eyes.

Concubine Su Taigui has been with her for many years, so she knows what this means, she whispered: "Your Majesty?"

The queen mother said coldly: "The imperial court is unstable, and the harem is also adding chaos. Now there are only a few people, and they are starting to have fun. Tell me, what should I do?"

Concubine Su thought for a while, then looked at Qi Gui who was still staring with some hesitation.

The queen mother asked Qigui again, and said, "Qigui, tell me, what should I do?"

Qi Gui was still hiccupping just after eating, but his scalp was already numb when he heard their conversation, and he was sweating profusely at this moment, and said, "Madam, it might not be appropriate for a concubine to get involved in the affairs of the harem, right? "

The queen mother snorted and said, "Look at your promise!"

Fortunately, she didn't ask any further questions, but just looked at Concubine Su again.

Concubine Su Taigui saw that she did not shy away from the game, so she said directly: "I don't think light punishment is very meaningful, this is a trivial matter, and the empress does not need to ask it personally."

Rewards and punishments are used well, and the effect is often unexpected.Since the Empress Dowager planned to intervene, Concubine Su Taigui decided to take action.In front of the Empress Dowager, she ordered several concubines to be rewarded. Concubine Liu Gui and Concubine Jiang Shu were naturally among them, and there were also three who were appointed concubines, but the Xin family did not.

As a result, the Xin family is now even more of a "tiger" in Pingyang, and some sins are easy to bear.

The Queen Mother smiled and said, "Madam Su is still capable."

Qi Gui immediately muttered, thinking, it's none of my business.

After staying in Zichen Palace for most of the day, Qi Gui went to the gate of the palace to wait for Yan Junhang to return home after finishing his work.

Yanjun’s trip is relatively early today, and it’s about time to go back for dinner.After leaving the palace gate and seeing Qigui's carriage again, he smiled.

"Why are you waiting here again?" He opened the curtain and got into the car, ordering to return home.

"I'll take you back. The Empress Dowager gave some Taishan Red Scale Fish, just in time to go back to drink."

"Let you rely on it again?" Yan Junxing laughed.

He is in a good mood today.Before, he went to Wenchang Pavilion to report every day, but he was still dealing with military affairs.He is not stupid, so he naturally guessed what was going on.It's just that his identity is subtle, so it's not appropriate for him to say this.Today, I finally waited for Yan Junming to react.

Next, he can relax a lot, after all, the entire Wenchang Pavilion is for reviewing classified memorials.

Qi Gui said: "What do you mean by relying on it? The Empress Dowager gave it to me because of her kindness."

"Well, you're sweet, but you're a bit thick-skinned." Yan Junxing's mouth was going to be mean again, and he couldn't help but want to tease her, and pinched her face after speaking.

Qi Gui was really annoyed, he glared at him angrily and ignored him.

Back at the mansion, Qi Gui sent someone to cook the fish given by the Queen Mother, while drinking and talking with Yan Junxing.She stayed in the palace for a day today, so she told Yan Junxing what she had seen and heard today.

Yan Junxing frowned upon hearing this, and said, "Still so reckless!"

Qi Gui said: "It seems that he is more stable than before, it doesn't seem like he won't listen to persuasion."

"You just entered the palace, if it changes a lot, what's the deal?"

Qi Gui thought about it, and this is indeed true.She didn't want to talk about these too serious topics, so she asked Yan Junxing with a smile, "What delicious food did the mansion send you at noon today?"

(End of this chapter)