In the imperial palace, in the royal study.
Emperor Longqing put down the memorial in his hand, stood up and moved around.
Thinking of Jia Cong, Emperor Longqing felt a little unhappy.
Jia Jing's 100-day festival has long passed. This boy actually didn't go to the Ministry of War to cancel his leave. Instead, he took his family's daughter's scroll to play in Zhuangzi. He really didn't care about the overall situation at all.
It's been a long time, and I don't know if this guy has gone to the Ministry of War to cancel his leave.
"Dai Quan, what is that boy Jia Cong doing now? Have you gone to the Ministry of War?"
Dai Quan said quickly: "Reporting to the master, Ning Guogong has already gone to the Ministry of War, accepted the appointment, and has taken up his post in the Five Cities Military and Horse Department."
Emperor Longqing nodded, thinking that this boy was sensible.
"Jia Cong went to the Five Cities Military and Horse Department to take up his post, but it went smoothly? Didn't he make any big moves?"
Dai Quan said: "Reporting to the master, everything is going well. Although Ning Guogong is young, he has made great achievements in battle and has a transcendent status. The commanders of the Five Cities Army and Horses Division dare not trouble him. I heard that they are still there Zuixian Tower hosted a banquet for Duke Ning Guo."
Jia Cong took the initiative to join him and became his own.
He is young and doesn't have messy thoughts, so he should be given an important position.
It's just that there are no vacancies in each battalion now, and most of them are the Emperor's people. He doesn't dare to move, so he can only temporarily let him go to the Five Cities Military and Horse Division.
In addition, Jia Cong is still relatively young, so let him hone himself in the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division.
It’s time to take care of the Jia family’s daughter’s affairs. She was born on the first day of the Lunar New Year and is destined to be a mother-in-law. This can be considered a good sign.
"Dai Quan, drafted the edict, Jia Yuanchun, the Minister of Fengzao Palace, is Shushen by nature, diligent and pliable, Yonghe is pure, has a gentle nature, and is submissive at home. Her Shukude is emblematic, and she is canonized as a virtuous concubine."
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After Liu Xianglian beat Xue Pan, she prepared to leave the capital and temporarily go out to avoid the limelight.
At this time, Liu Xianglian already felt a little regretful.
At that time, he only cared about the pleasure of the moment and beat Xue Pan severely.
After I came back, I thought about it carefully for a while and became a little scared.
I was really too reckless before. I just rejected him and ignored him. Why bother to show off?
It was a bit too impulsive.
If Xue Pan wanted to take revenge, the consequences would be serious.
With the Xue family's financial resources and connections, if they wanted to deal with him wholeheartedly, he would not be able to withstand it.
After thinking about it, he decided to go out to avoid the limelight.
After a while, the limelight passed, Xue Pan forgot about it, and came back on his own.
But before he could leave the capital, he was stopped by Li Biao.
"Mr. Liu, this is Li Biao from Ningguo Mansion. The Duke of Guo has said that he will help you settle the matter between you and Uncle Xue. In the future, the Duke of Guo will host a banquet for you and Uncle Xue and help you two. Eliminate misunderstanding."
When Liu Xianglian heard this, she felt happy. How could she forget brother Cong?
The Xue family already lives in the Jia family, so having the Cong brothers come forward with help will ensure that nothing goes wrong.
I don’t know how Brother Cong knew it, but he took the initiative to help me solve the problem. It was really interesting. Now I don’t have to leave the capital.
After getting used to being in the bustling resort of Beijing, Huahua World, I really don’t want to leave here.
I drank a little wine every day, sang a few plays, and was very happy.
Liu Xianglian raised her hand to Li Biao and said, "Brother Li, help me tell Ning Guogong that I, Liu Xianglian, accepts his love and will definitely attend the banquet one day."
Li Biao said: "Don't worry, Mr. Liu, I will help you bring the message. Then I will go back and resume my life."
Watching Li Biao leave, Liu Xianglian felt extremely emotional.
When I first taught Jia Cong swordsmanship, I would never have imagined that a teenage boy would transform from a penniless bastard into a victorious general in just a few years.
Relying on his own ability, he won military merits time and time again and was promoted to the first-class Ning Guogong.
Become one of the most popular young dignitaries in Shenjing City, a young hero that everyone admires.
It would be false to say that I am not envious, but I don’t have the perseverance and persistence of others.
Every time I drink with Feng Ziying and others, when talking about Jia Cong, everyone admires him and says that it is a waste of time to compare with others.
Thinking about myself again, I started from a much better place than he did, but until now I still haven't accomplished anything.
Why! It’s so irritating that people are so different from each other!
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In the blink of an eye, it’s the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Jia's mother always liked liveliness, so at her request, the two houses spent the Mid-Autumn Festival together.
Jia Cong did not refuse this request. They were a family to begin with. Since the old lady liked it, he would just satisfy her.
If I was staying in Dongfu, I would be staying with Heping'er, Yuanyang, Qingwen and others, plus Youshi and Qin Keqing, there would only be about ten people, and they would fit into a table, which would make it a little deserted.
If you stay in Xifu, there will be more people and it will be more lively. You can also stay with Sister Lin.
Let Qingwen, Xiangling, Xiren, Dayu'er and the others stay in Ningguo Mansion to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival by themselves.
When they went to Rongguo Mansion, their status could not be brought to the table, so they could only wait on people together with the maids.
It's better to live at home, where everyone is treated like a master.
Jia Cong took Ping'er and Yuanyang, as well as Youshi and Qin Keqing, to the old lady's yard early to talk to the old lady.
At noon, a banquet was held in the old lady's large flower hall.
Today is a family dinner, there are no outsiders, the ladies have set two tables on the east side, and they all sit together.
Jia Cong and Jia She, Jia Zheng, Jia Lian. Jia Baoyu and others set up a table on the west side.
It's just that this table is so boring. Except for Jia Cong, no matter Jia Lian or Jia Baoyu, including Jia Huan and Jia Lan, they are all very nervous and restrained in front of Jia She and Jia Zheng.
In fact, they are not even liked by their elders.
Jia She glanced at a few people and shook his head, cursing in his mind that he couldn't do anything on the table.
He turned to look at Jia Cong and nodded with satisfaction. This son looked pleasing to the eye. This was his pride and his ability to show off.
Who will dare to say that I am a waste in the future? Can a waste teach such an awesome son? If you have the ability, would you like to give birth to a child to compete?
Thinking of this, I suddenly felt refreshed.
"Brother Cong, you have been going to the Five Cities Military and Horse Division for a while. How is the situation there? No one is causing trouble for you, right?"
Jia Cong nodded and said: "To tell you the truth, everything is fine. After all, I am the top commander of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division. It would be good if I don't cause trouble to them. Anyone who dares to cause trouble to me, isn't that asking for death?"
The Five Cities Military and Horse Division has five commanders, each in charge of their own areas. As long as they make no mistakes, I will not interfere and everything will remain as it is, so that I can be more relaxed. "
Jia She said with some confusion: "Why did you change your temper? It feels a bit perfunctory. Aren't you very motivated? This is not like your previous temper?"
Jia Lian also said: "Yes, brother Cong, don't they say that new officials should be fired upon when they take office? You must at least burn one or two fires, right? Otherwise, how can you control them?"
Jia Cong smiled and said: "Master, I was originally the highest officer of the Five Cities Military and Horse Division. What I need is stability. As long as there are no problems under my control, it is a great achievement. I don't need the credit now." , as long as it can be done safely and securely.
As for what Brother Lian said, the three things that new officials do when they take office are to suppress dissidents and control power. As the Duke of the country and as a warrior on the battlefield, I am their immediate boss. They have no objection at all. No.
Therefore, there is no need to burn these three fires. The city is very quiet now. If we burn them forcefully, we might cause trouble and cause trouble for ourselves. Now that I am back home, I also want to have a few days of peace. day. "
Jia She nodded and said, "That's right. Your identities are too different. If you want to curry favor with me, you still can't find a way. This has already been done to you. If you try to offend me again, wouldn't you be a fool?
Originally, I thought you would enter the Beijing camp and take control of a battalion of troops. "
Jia Cong said: "I think so too, but it's the same. It's more convenient to be in the Five Cities Soldiers and Horses Division."
Jia Zheng couldn't help feeling envious when he saw Jia Cong and Jia She talking calmly and calmly.
Looking at his son Baoyu again, he looked timid and timid. He suddenly became angry and could only turn his eyes elsewhere.
Jia Cong picked up the wine pot and served it to Jia Sheman himself.
"Master, I have been away for so many years and I have never had a drink with you since I came back. Let me propose a toast to you."
Jia She chuckled and said, "Okay, I'll do it."
Jia Cong said: "Second Master, I also want to toast you."
Jia Zheng smiled and said: "Brother Cong, you are better than others. You are the pride of our Jia family. You must be conscientious and fulfill your duties."
Jia Cong smiled and said: "Second Master, you are so complimentary. Thank you very much for your teaching. I can do it."
While everyone was talking, a woman suddenly ran in hurriedly.
"Old lady, eldest master, second master, Duke of the country..." After greeting each other one by one, they got to the main topic.
"A father-in-law came outside and said he came from the palace to deliver the order."
Everyone was surprised when they heard that someone had come to convey the order, and they all looked at Jia Cong. Could it be that there was another reward?
Jia Mu, Jia She, Jia Zheng and others didn't know why, and they couldn't help but feel a little nervous.
Jia Mu looked at Jia Cong and asked, "Brother Cong, are you here to see me?"
After Jia Cong heard this, he thought for a moment. There was nothing important recently, so he couldn't be here to find him. Moreover, if he were to come to him, he should go to Ningguo Mansion.
Could it be that the matter of eldest sister Yuanchun's concubine was finalized?
Thinking about it, this is really possible. It has been a long time since Dai Quan told him.
"Old lady, you are probably not looking for me. If what I expected is good, it should be a good thing. Do you remember what I told you?"
Jia Mu frowned and thought for a moment, then suddenly opened her eyes wide and said eagerly: "Brother Cong, are you telling the truth?"
Jia Cong said: "Old lady, you can't be wrong. Let's go and receive the order first. We'll find out when we get out."
Jia Mu said happily: "Okay, okay, go and receive the order first, go and receive the order first."
Everyone was confused by what the two said, and they didn't ask too many questions, so they went out together to receive the order.
When everyone came outside, they saw Xia Shouzhong leading several young eunuchs waiting outside.
Seeing everyone coming out, Xia Shouzhong glanced at them and saw that Jia Cong was there too, and stepped forward with a smile on his face.
"Our family would like to congratulate the Duke first."
Jia Cong had met Xia Shouzhong several times and was considered an acquaintance, but compared to Dai Quan, he was obviously inferior.
Jia Cong cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Eunuch Xia, for coming in person, but is there any clue about the matter?"
Xia Shouzhong said with a smile: "Sure enough, I can't hide it from the Duke. Your Majesty has already decreed the canonization. Let's go and deliver the decree first."
Jia Cong said: "It is very important to announce the decree, please come to me."
Xia Shouzhong stood facing south. Seeing that everyone was kneeling down, he said, "According to His Majesty's special order, Foreign Minister Jia Zheng, a member of the Propaganda Department, may enter the palace to meet the Holy Spirit and meet Your Majesty at Linjing Hall."
After announcing the decree, Xia Shouzhong quickly stepped forward and helped Jia Cong up.
This old boy is really attentive. Jia Cong has never enjoyed this kind of treatment, and he can't help but be stunned by him.
Then, he took out a banknote and quietly stuffed it into Xia Shouzhong's sleeve.
"Thank you, father-in-law. Please don't refuse your offer."
Xia Shouzhong said with a smile on his face: "The Duke of Guo is really particular, so I won't be polite to you."
Xia Shouzhong did not stay any longer and took the young eunuchs back to the palace to resume their duties.
Jia Zheng also hurried to the palace to see the emperor.
Seeing them both leaving, Jia Mu said uncertainly: "Brother Cong, is this what you said?"
Jia Cong smiled and said: "Congratulations, old lady, my eldest sister Yuan Chun has been made a concubine by His Majesty. Are you happy now?"
Hearing this, Jia's mother laughed and said: "Okay, okay, you are Ning Guogong, and your eldest sister has become the emperor's concubine. Now our Jia family is even more glorious. It's great to have you two good children. Old lady, I will be content for the rest of my life.”
Everyone was overjoyed when they heard that Yuanchun was conferred the title of concubine. This was an honor for everyone.
When Mrs. Wang heard that her eldest daughter had been made a concubine, she jumped up with excitement and shouted repeatedly: "Amitabha, Amitabha, the Bodhisattva is truly blessing..."
Wang Xifeng said with a smile: "Congratulations to my ancestors, congratulations to my ancestors, and also congratulations to my aunt. Everyone in our Jia family has made a fortune, ancestors, you can enjoy the blessings in the future."
Aunt Xue looked at her with envy. Why didn't her daughter have such a fate?
Thinking of my daughter Xue Baochai, I couldn't help but feel bitter in my heart. I didn't know what the fate of this girl would be in the future.
Brother Cong doesn't know if there is anything he can do. It's really sad to think about it.
Seeing that the eunuchs in the palace looked condescending to Jia Mu, Jia She, Jia Zheng and others, they were very enthusiastic towards Jia Cong and even took the initiative to help him.
This is no better than not knowing. Comparing the two and making judgments, we have a better understanding of Jia Cong's power.
Although the old lady has a noble status at home and has a royal title, she is nothing outside. The eldest master also has a title, but even the eunuchs are too lazy to pay attention to him.
Brother Cong was different. Even the eunuch who delivered the decree was so enthusiastic towards him, which showed that the holy scroll was in full swing.
He is a truly powerful person, and his future is truly limitless.
Thinking of this, Aunt Xue couldn't help but make a decision secretly.
Even if Brother Cong can't think of a way, I have to help him think of one. I have to decide on this son-in-law.
