Zhu Biao thought for a moment, and after thinking that he had not missed anything, he stood up and stretched. His waist made a few crackling sounds, and he suddenly felt much more comfortable.
Instructing Fugui to stay and collect his pen and ink, he then led the people out of the Wenhua Palace and walked towards the palace. It was already dark at this time, the night sky was filled with shining stars, a bright moon was vast and flawless, and there was only this wonderful and profound scenery. It belongs to all people in the world, whether they are emperors or beggars, everyone can look up to it.
Whenever I watch it, I feel inexplicably shocked and moved. Only at this time will Zhu Biao feel that he, the prince, is just like this. He has been in a romantic relationship for decades, how can he shine in the sky forever like this eternal star.
Zhu Biao looked up at the sky with his hands behind his hands for a long time. When he came back to his senses, he saw that none of the eunuchs and maids around him looked up at the stars with him. They all stood with their hands down and their attention was fixed on him.
Zhu Biao couldn't help but laugh. Only rich people have the time to relax and suffer from colds and autumn. It's hard enough for most people to live, and they still have time to enjoy the scenery. No matter how beautiful the stars are in the sky, they can't fill their stomachs.
He went straight back to Chengqian Palace and was greeted by Chang Luohua in person. The two of them entered the palace hand in hand. The palace maid helped Zhu Biao wash and change clothes. After everything was done, the couple had time to talk about themselves.
Zhu Biao lay on the couch and sighed comfortably, then took the princess's delicate hand and asked with a smile: "Is Yang'er Liang'er making a scene today?"
"Fortunately, I took it to my mother today. My mother-in-law and Sister Yu'er have both entered the palace, taking turns holding Qi Lan. I feel relaxed."
"That's good. Speaking of which, I haven't seen Sister Yu'er for a while. How is her family doing after moving to Beijing?"
Zhu Biao still values Yu'er, the sister who has taken care of her since childhood. However, because of his special status, paying too much attention to his family is actually a disaster rather than a blessing. After all, his husband Zhang Wei's qualifications are mediocre, and he will cause trouble if he ascends to a high position. .
Nowadays, being the commander of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division is already considered reluctant. If it weren't for the help of the civil and military subordinates under the East Palace, intentionally or unintentionally, and all parties also gave him face, I'm afraid he would have been impeached and imprisoned long ago.
It's not that Zhang Wei is corrupt, perverts the law and bullies others, it's really that this position is not easy to do. He is not only responsible for patrolling thieves in the capital, clearing streets, ditches, prisoners, and fire bans, but he also has to merge with the City Administration Department and inspect the streets every three days. , scales and rulers, check the names of dentists, and find out their prices.
The superiors have to deal with the civil and military ministers in Beijing, and the subordinates have to take care of the common people. Any trivial matter from all parties will be blamed on him. The slightest negligence is the crime of slacking off in duty. If there is no one at the top, basically no one can be here. Worked for two years.
However, it is impossible for an ordinary person to achieve this position. It must be a confidant of the Tian family. This is an official yamen that can mobilize troops and horses in the imperial city on its own. It cannot be appointed unless it is an absolute confidant, otherwise it will be a big trouble if there is a slight disobedience.
Zhang Wei's ability to sit in this position is not only due to the contributions of his father and daughter-in-law. In this important position, a foolish and loyal person is far more reliable than a smart person.
Chang Luohua gently untied Luo's shirt and said, "Sister Yu'er has just given birth to a daughter, and she has become much richer. I am extremely happy to see Yang'er Liang'er today."
"Oh? I didn't know that Sister Yu'er got another daughter, so she should be given some gifts."
"I know that I am busy, and I have made arrangements for you."
"Hahaha, that's great. I have to thank the Crown Princess properly."
During the laughter, two thinly-clad figures rolled and played on the large bed. After a while, they stopped panting and leaned closely against each other. The bright and clear moonlight shone through the thin window in the palace, faintly. The incense rises misty.
"I heard that Mr. Cai taught Liu Jin a lesson just now?"
"Well, we have to put some pressure on it. Liu Jin has a sense of control, but there are almost no people under him."
"I just heard from my mother today that Concubine Li Shu taught a young eunuch in her palace a few days ago. She ordered people to fight ten times and rushed to the Royal Horse Prison. As a result, the young eunuch begged Liu An. Then he was assigned to Concubine Guo Ning's palace."
Zhu Biao gently caressed the jade waist of his princess, with no expression on his face. After a while, he said: "It's such a big honor. Yun Jin doesn't care about anything anymore, so they feel comfortable."
In the past, Yun Jin was in charge of more affairs in the palace than Liu Jin, and she was also stricter than Liu Jin. The palace ladies and eunuchs were all in awe of her, not only because Yun Jin had higher qualifications than Liu Jin, but also because Yun Jin was a female official lent by Empress Ma to manage the palace.
"This is my concubine's fault. The Queen Mother said it today just to remind me."
Zhu Biao's face turned soft when he heard this: "Don't think too much, it's my order to let you delegate the power and raise the baby with peace of mind. The queen mother loves you the most, so this little thing is not worth mentioning."
Chang Luohua smiled and leaned into her husband's arms, squinting her eyes and saying, "I also have good news to tell you. Wang Liangdi is probably pregnant."
Zhu Biao's eyes lit up: "Has the imperial doctor seen it?"
"Not yet, but I think I'm inseparable. Yue Huanqian is thinking about asking the imperial doctor in a few days."
Zhu Biao's mind flashed. It would be great if Wang Rui could give birth to a child. It doesn't matter whether the child is a male or female. As long as it is confirmed, things on the Goryeo side will go smoother, and the already wavering family can feel at ease.
Zhu Biao lowered his head and kissed his wife, and then began to talk sweetly. Although women in this era were very accepting of their husbands taking concubines and having concubines, they were definitely unhappy after all.
Chang Luohua didn't appreciate it: "I'm suddenly like this, are you afraid that I won't be able to tolerate a child?"
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Early the next morning, Zhu Biao rubbed his waist and stood up. Two palace maids opened the door and came in to wait on him. After dressing and washing, they had a hasty breakfast and then went to the Wenhua Hall. Jiang Wei had been waiting for a long time.
It was still dark at this time, and a slight breeze blew on the face, which refreshed people's spirits. When they stepped into the Wenhua Hall, they saw a man kneeling on the ground. Zhu Biao walked straight past him, casually waving his hands to the person sitting on top and said: "You came so early, have you eaten yet?"
"I dare not speak nonsense in front of His Highness. The general has not eaten it yet."
"I knew this would happen, so give Fugui to Governor Jiang."
Zhu Biao looked at Jiang Yu who was getting up and said, "I don't have much appetite today. I just left breakfast, so I'll leave it to you."
Jiang Wei solemnly kowtowed and said: "General, I am extremely honored. I kowtow to thank His Highness for the gift!"
Jiang Wei devoured the breakfast brought by Zhu Biao. Fugui and Fuduo's eyes were wide-eyed. He thought that such a big official couldn't cook at home, and how could he eat like the common people who were fleeing.
Zhu Biao looked at it twice and then stood up and took out the letter he wrote yesterday and placed it on the table. Then he saw that Fugui Fuduo still looked stupid and stunned and shook his head unconsciously. It's not that he was not loyal to his duty, he was just too stupid. Without autonomy, I can only wait for his orders.
Unlike Liu Jin's tacit understanding, this is all that can be done for the time being. He beckoned Fodor to come forward and deliver the letter on the desk to Jiang Wei: "Send this letter as soon as possible without delay."
"promise"
After Jiang Wei finished his breakfast, Zhu Biao said casually: "After arranging this matter, you go to Fengyang to see Quan Xu and tell him that I miss him."
When Jiang Wei heard this, he was even more excited than before. His face turned red and he looked at the smiling Crown Prince above him. His Adam's apple rolled a few times before he responded to the promise.
Everyone knows that the most trusted confidant of His Highness the Crown Prince has always been Quan Xu, who has no official title and no title, and has withdrawn from the court to stay in Fengyang silently. The man who hides behind the back of the Crown Prince.
There are great worries from top to bottom in the Pro-Army Duwei Mansion. Everyone can feel that the Holy Emperor no longer trusts them as much as he did in the past. Mao Xiang, the leader of the Pro-Army Duwei Mansion, has not been able to return to the capital for a long time. That's ironclad evidence.
They are different from other government agencies. In fact, they are the same as the maids and eunuchs in the inner court. They are not considered servants of the court, but the emperor's domestic slaves. If eagles and dogs have lost the trust of their masters, then what use do they have?
On the side, Fugui Fuduo was even more confused. He had some doubts about whether he was really capable of serving the Crown Prince. Why couldn't he see that this person just sent a message to His Highness? What was there to be excited about? It was so frivolous. Ability to be entrusted with important responsibilities.
Jiang Wei gathered his emotions and talked about some recent information obtained by the pro-military governor's office. Some were important and some were novel. Most of them were related to local officials. Zhu Biao listened with interest.
Finally, Jiang Wei said: "Your Highness, Chahan, the son of Naha from Liaodong, should enter the capital today. He will be escorted by a guard of two hundred Qingqi."
Zhu Biao reached out and stroked his eyebrows and said, "Don't worry about it. It's up to him to bring as many people as he wants to Kyoto. I would like to see what the two of them plan."
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