Regarding her father's kindness, Bai Yuanyuan said indifferently:
"Dad, feel free to drink it! This wine is a gift to the commander-in-chief when Li Tuo was appointed as the dean of Yijing Medical College. There are also many others... ········”
"Before, because the eldest lady was ill, my husband gave her two jars. After the eldest lady drank one jar, she gradually recovered, so there was only one jar left! I brought the eldest brother here before Half of the wild ginseng was given to the eldest lady, so this time when I came home, she specially asked me to give you this jar of medicinal wine!"
At this point, Bai Yuanyuan continued with a hint of complaint in her tone:
"Dad, just tell me if you have anything. If the madam hadn't told me, I wouldn't have known that you were seeking medical treatment from Dr. Sun!"
Hearing that this was An Miaoyi's return gift, Bai Wanhao refused for a while, then no longer insisted on accepting the bottle of medicinal wine.
After giving gifts to her father, Bai Yuanyuan did not forget her two sisters-in-law and took out some silk brocades produced by the Second Manufacturing Bureau and gave them to them. Regarding Bai Yuanyuan's gift, Cui and Hu were also overjoyed.
Under the guidelines put forward by Marshal Ye that science and technology are the primary productive forces, the Second Manufacturing Bureau has greatly enhanced the enthusiasm of these craftsmen for innovation by improving the social status of skilled workers and providing substantial monetary rewards, allowing these craftsmen to innovate. They worked hard to develop new processes. Under such conditions, the silk brocades produced by the Second Manufacturing Bureau were of better quality, more durable, and more colorful.
Therefore, although the price is more than 50% higher than before, there is still a price but no market. Dadongsheng Company sells as much as it can, and even many dignitaries in Yi Jing began to request money in advance through various relationships. With the connections of the Bai family, the sisters-in-law Cui and Hu could only grab one horse each...
Cui and Hu, who were already very polite to Bai Yuanyuan, were undoubtedly much more enthusiastic towards Bai Yuanyuan after receiving the gifts. Bai Yuanyuan even started to feel a little embarrassed after all kinds of greetings. After a very pleasant lunch.
Bai Wanhao found his daughter in his study and said very seriously:
"Are you taking too many risks this time?"
Bai Yuanyuan gently stroked her belly and said confidently:
"How will you know if you don't try? Dad, don't worry, I know it well!"
Feeling his daughter's attitude, Bai Wanhao looked a little helpless. For this precious daughter, he has been pampered since she was a child, making Bai Yuanyuan very willful and doing everything according to her temperament. If this is the case in ordinary people, that's it. But now Bai Yuanyuan is serving Marshal Ye, which is related to the family's prosperity and honor in the next few decades!
Seeing her father and wanting to say something else, Bai Yuanyuan stepped forward and interrupted:
"Dad, Master Huiru from Baiyun Temple has already shown it to me and said that the child in my belly must be a boy. He also said that he will be able to become a general in charge of a country like his father, and even have the appearance of a true dragon!"
At the end of the speech, a smile appeared on Bai Yuanyuan's face unconsciously, and her eyes were full of longing...
Seeing this, Bai Wanhao frowned slightly and admonished:
"Hui Ru from Baiyun Temple is not a kind person. Yuanyuan, please don't get too involved with him. Now that the Zhou Dynasty is declining, people like the Murong family have come to Fengwu Army to place bets. It's enough to show that How the country of the Great Zhou Dynasty is in decline!"
"And the Fengwu Army is now at its peak and will soon capture Jiyu. Marshal Ye is so young that he may not be able to become a great treasure in the future. And in this harem, the most taboo thing is this witchcraft. , My dear daughter, please never let anyone take advantage of you!"
"What's more, judging from Marshal Ye's behavior, he has no interest in Buddhism and Taoism. The abbots of several temples in Yijing all want to use Ye Cui's relationship to He expanded the temple and asked for more incense, but Marshal Ye refused them all.
"And when your second brother came back last time, he said that all of these temples are big landowners, and there are even many private properties that have evaded taxes and made a lot of money. The Chief Secretary has been quietly finding out their details recently. Maybe Marshal Ye will attack them at some point, my daughter, you have always been smart, so don’t be confused at this time!"
Listening to her father's solemn tone, Bai Yuanyuan also nodded seriously and said:
"Dad, I understand! I will cut off contact with them!"
After receiving Bai Yuanyuan's affirmative answer, Bai Wanhao felt more at ease. After hesitating for a moment, he said:
"Your eldest brother Changrong is currently serving as the commander-in-chief of Dongning. Yuanyuan, if you have a chance, mention it to the commander or he will transfer your eldest brother to the front line!"
As soon as these words came out, Bai Yuanyuan was shocked and said:
"Dad, do you want your eldest brother to go to the battlefield? This battlefield is full of swords and swords. What if your eldest brother is injured? Didn't your eldest brother, the Dongning general soldier, do a very good job... ········”
Feeling his daughter's confusion, Bai Wanhao explained carefully:
"Your eldest brother is different from your second brother. Your second brother has been a civil servant for a long time and can follow the steps in the rear. However, your eldest brother Changrong is a military general. As a military general, if you want to be promoted, there is no better choice than going to the battlefield. Hiding in Dongning to do it What good can a general soldier do!"
Hearing what his father said, Bai Yuanyuan still had a deep brother-sister relationship and said very worriedly:
"But it's too dangerous to go to the battlefield!"
Bai Wanhao said helplessly after hearing this:
"Daughter, don't worry, dad knows this matter well. Your eldest brother's official rank in the Fengwu Army is not low. If he goes to the front line, he will be at least a deputy general of the first division. And now, all officials above the commander-level of the Fengwu Army Not many people died, but unless your eldest brother is a lucky star, he won't die!"
"I know your eldest brother's ability best. He is not aggressive enough to be conservative. He will definitely not be able to take charge of a division alone. However, there is no problem in serving as a deputy general and attacking others. The Fengwu Army is currently doing very well in Ji Yu. Gao Zongchang will definitely be finished before the end of the year, and by then we will capture the Central Plains, and the expansion of the Fengwu Army will be inevitable!"
At this point, Bai Wanhao paused, and then Bai Yuanyuan said earnestly:
"Daughter, since ancient times, only those with military merit can be awarded a title. If our Bai family produces a knight, and I go down below and see all the ancestors of our Bai family, their faces will be bright. Even if I die immediately, I will be willing to... ················”
Listening to her father's serious look, Bai Yuanyuan hesitated but nodded and said:
"I will tell my husband!"
Seeing that his daughter agreed to this matter, Bai Wanhao's expression softened a lot. After thinking about it for a while, he warned again;
"You have to find a suitable opportunity. It's best to make insinuations. If there is no suitable opportunity, don't mention this matter. The commander is very disgusted with this kind of thing. If you do it forcefully, it will be counterproductive!"
"Yes!" Bai Yuanyuan nodded obediently.
Seeing that what was said was almost done, Bai Wanhao and Bai Yuanyuan returned to the crowd and continued to enjoy the short reunion with their families, because with the help of An Miaoyi, Mrs. Ye Cui specially approved Bai Yuanyuan to stay at Bai's house for one night, which also made Bai Yuanyuan received a surprise. Although she had already joined the Ye family, Bai Wanhao still left a room for her in the Bai Mansion. The furnishings of the room were exactly the same as her boudoir. This undoubtedly moved Bai Yuanyuan deeply.
At night, when Bai Yuanyuan was about to review her boudoir, there was a gentle knock on the door. Bai Yuanyuan was somewhat surprised and asked the maid to open the door. The person who came turned out to be his second sister-in-law, Mrs. Cui.
"Third sister, I'm sorry to disturb you so late!" After entering the door, Cui said apologetically to Bai Yuanyuan:
Bai Yuanyuan shook her head and said:
"Second sister-in-law, we are a family. There is nothing to disturb us. Is there anything wrong with you coming so late?"
This second sister-in-law, Mrs. Cui, was not her second brother Bai Jiujiu's first wife. Bai Jiujiu's first wife, Mrs. Liu, died of dystocia during childbirth. At that time, Bai Jiujiu made some achievements under Ye Mingsheng's cultivation and gained the favor of the Cui family. Give a collateral daughter to Bai Changjiang to continue his marriage...
Because her natal family is powerful, the second sister-in-law Cui has always been very aggressive in the Bai family. Even her father-in-law Bai Wanhao has to give face to this daughter-in-law. However, because of Cui's relationship, Bai Wanhao has been in the official career for a long time. I also borrowed a lot of profit!
Under Bai Yuanyuan's gaze, Ms. Cui showed a trace of hesitation, as if he was hesitant to speak.
Seeing this, Bai Yuanyuan probably guessed what she wanted to say, and a hint of helplessness appeared in the depths of her eyes. Cui originally wanted to wait for Bai Yuanyuan to ask questions before speaking, but seeing that Bai Yuanyuan did not take the initiative to speak, she could only Directly showing off his cards, he said:
"Yuanyuan, how has your second brother treated you over the years?"
"Second brother is naturally very good to me!" Bai Yuanyuan said softly:
Hearing Bai Yuanyuan's answer, Ms. Cui showed a smile and said seriously;
"You Yuanyuan, your words are enough! As you know, half a year ago, my third uncle transferred Jiu Jiu from Dongning to Yijing, and was promoted to the sixth rank to work as the chief secretary. In order to repay the commander-in-chief for his kindness. , he has been working day and night for a long time, and he has lost more than ten pounds due to fatigue. You see, when you come back today, he doesn’t have time to meet you. He just promotes fertilizers in the countryside and inspects agricultural conditions, just wanting to repay you. The commander-in-chief showed his gratitude to him and did some practical things for the people!"
As soon as these words came out, Bai Yuanyuan understood what her second sister-in-law wanted to say, but she didn't want to expose it directly, so she could only follow Cui's words and said:
"My husband also knows about the second brother's character and abilities! He has always admired the second brother..."
As soon as these words came out, Mrs. Cui's face immediately showed a smile, and she also said clearly:
"Yuanyuan, Chief Secretary Wang Qinghan was taken away by the Central Office for corruption half a month ago. Now the position of Chief Secretary is vacant. I went back to my parents' home to meet my third uncle a few days ago, and I worked hard to get one. It took a long time for him to agree to recommend your second brother to the position!"
"Originally, the old man San Bo came forward and the matter was almost settled. But who would have thought that Cheng Yaojin would come out halfway? That old bastard Gu Zhongshi also recommended a candidate. It was one of his students named Qian Dejiang. Things are stuck here now. Third sister, can't you talk to the commander? This opportunity is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for your second brother. If he gets the upper hand this time, he might be able to do it in a few years. The party is in charge!"
After saying this, Cui looked at Bai Yuanyuan, waiting for Bai Yuanyuan's statement. Faced with Cui's expectant eyes, Bai Yuanyuan also felt very embarrassed. After all, Ye Mingsheng was very taboo about female family members intervening in politics.
The eldest brother's matter was handed down by her father, and it was related to the future and destiny of the Bai family. No matter how difficult it was, she had to give it a try. With the child in her belly, there was still a lot of possibility, but the eldest brother and the second son had to give it a try. Adding up the brother's matters, Bai Yuanyuan asked herself that she was not that important in Ye Mingsheng's heart.
Seeing Bai Yuanyuan's embarrassed look, Ms. Cui's face immediately turned uglier, and she said in a strange way:
"Forget it if it's difficult to deal with. It's okay to let your second brother waste more than ten years!"
As soon as she said this, remembering her second brother's kindness to her for a long time, Bai Yuanyuan softened her heart and nodded and said;
"I will try my best!"
Hearing Bai Yuanyuan's answer, Cui didn't seem very satisfied, but she had no choice but to accept it.
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Zhuo County, governor's seat
Ye Mingsheng was in the conference room, studying the situation between the enemy and ourselves, thinking about how to mobilize troops more effectively to make the situation in Hebei and Yu more favorable. Although 100,000 troops had been invested, he was also faced with the high power entrenched in Yujing. Zong Chang and Xu Zhaojie, who are heading north, are struggling with the current strength of the Fengwu Army in Hebei and Henan. They can only choose one target for the time being.
While Ye Mingsheng was constantly weighing the pros and cons, He Jingyun hurriedly came to Ye Mingsheng, handed the battle report to Ye Mingsheng and said very seriously:
"Commander, this is the latest battle report sent by General Guo from Fengqiu. There are major changes in the military situation on the front line."
As soon as these words came out, Ye Mingsheng's expression became serious, and he checked the battle report carefully. At this moment, Wang Xuecheng hurriedly walked to Ye Mingsheng, wanting to report something to Ye Mingsheng. Seeing He Jingyun's presence, he was also very worried. I didn't know if I should say it in front of He Jingyun. Just when He Jingyun was very sensible and ready to leave, Ye Mingsheng put down the battle report and said to Wang Xuecheng in a deep voice:
"If you have anything to say, it doesn't matter!"
After hearing Ye Mingsheng's instructions, Wang Xuecheng said directly without hesitation:
"Director Su was assassinated by an unknown person in Licheng. He is currently seriously injured and his life and death are unknown. Cao Changping seems to have been bewitched by Xu Zhaojie and is currently gathering troops to interfere with the situation in Hebei and Henan..." ············”
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