Jia Cong followed Yindie and soon came to a secluded courtyard. The inner courtyard of Ningguo Mansion is very large and there are many courtyards. Jia Cong has never been to this small courtyard.
When I came into the house, I glanced around. The interior was quite cozy, which showed that a lot of effort had been put into it. It was probably not a temporary arrangement, but had probably been prepared a long time ago.
It can be seen that Youshi has already considered those two light bulbs, and this girl is quite thoughtful.
Seeing Jia Cong's arrival, Youshi came forward with a smile, helped him take off his coat and hung it on the hanger. Then he pulled him to the side and sat down.
"Brother Cong, it's relatively quiet here and you won't be discovered. Even if there's a lot of movement, it'll be fine. It's safer than my yard." Jia Cong smiled dryly and said, "Sister-in-law, I have to worry about you. You have to do this kind of thing." Worry." Hearing this, Youshi said,
"Pfft" he laughed.
"If I don't give you more snacks, how can I still take my turn? With those little girls surrounding you, how can you think of me, an old lady?" Jia Cong said with a smile: "Sister-in-law is joking. You are not worse than them at all, but more exciting than them. I went to see my sister-in-law in the afternoon, but the second sister and the third sister are also there. This is your own fault, and it is not my fault at all." You Shi pointed at Jia. On Cong's forehead, he cursed with a smile: "You heartless one, I worked so hard to find a woman for you, and you're still complaining about me. The second sister and the third sister are both rare beauties. They are really taking advantage of you." Now." Speaking of which, Youshi is still very concerned about herself.
Since I called Ningguo Mansion, I have taken great pains to find a wet nurse and a woman for myself.
Jia Cong has always treated her as his eldest sister-in-law and has no other ideas. I thought we could just get along like this, but unexpectedly, I accidentally slept in the wrong room and slept with my sister-in-law.
This guy, too, actually didn't say a word and didn't even remind himself. Jia Cong is not a pretentious person. Since he has done it, he will accept it. It is just multiple women, and it is nothing.
Since then, the two have maintained this relationship, and because it was secretive, no one noticed it.
Jia Cong smiled and said: "I know that my sister-in-law is good to me and thinks of me all the time. I am very grateful. I will thank my sister-in-law well later. She will be satisfied." After hearing this, Youshi's face showed a slight smile. red.
What this guy said is so profound that it makes people feel a little bit fanciful. He rolled his eyes at Jia Cong and said, "It's good that you know. After all, my sister-in-law is old and can't stay with you for much longer. As long as you like it and make you happy, my sister-in-law has nothing else to ask for. One day, she will grow old and grow old, and she will no longer be with you. After seeing you, my sister-in-law will come here to take care of her old age by herself." Jia Cong said sternly: "Sister-in-law, don't worry, that day won't happen. With me by your side, you won't be lonely. In the future, the family will become more and more happy. The more lively it is." Youshi said, "I don't believe what others say, but I still believe what Brother Cong says." Jia Cong laughed and said, "It seems that I still have some weight in my sister-in-law's heart." Youshijiao He smiled and said: "More than just some weight, in my sister-in-law's heart, you are the only one who has a place. It's getting late, let's take a rest early, you have to leave early later. Yindie, come here and undress the Duke." Yin Die responded, walked into the house, blushed, and took off Jia Cong's clothes... An hour later, Jia Cong left the small courtyard and returned to his own yard. inside.
After another moment, the satisfied Youshi tidied up and returned to her yard with Yindie.
······The next morning, Jia Cong moved his arms and quietly got out of bed. Qingwen also got up, helped him wash up briefly, and then went to the yard together to start exercising.
During this period, Jia Cong has been exercising non-stop, every day. However, Lin Daiyu and the others are missing at this time, and I don't know if they are up yet. In the past, they practiced with me.
After exercising for an hour, I started to wash up and eat. After breakfast and a short rest, he ordered Ping'er and Yuanyang to deliver the gifts they brought back to everyone in the house one by one.
Jia Cong has just come back and has to travel to many places. He doesn't have time to deliver it to everyone in person. But you still have to go to Jia She's place in person.
Taking a gift with him, he came to the East Road Courtyard, Jia She's residence. At this time, Jia She hasn't gotten up yet, and is still sleeping with his little wife. This little life is really nourishing.
Mrs. Xing got up, looked at the gifts Jia Cong sent, and chatted with Jia Cong for a while with a smile on her face.
Jia Cong wanted to go to the palace to give gifts to Emperor Longqing, so he didn't stay long and said goodbye. Back at Ningguo Mansion, all the gifts for Emperor Longqing were ready, and four carriages were loaded with them.
In addition to some specialties and handicrafts from Korea and Japan, we also got two tuna of about 1.5 meters and some fresh big crabs.
It's autumn now, and the Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon, which is the season for eating crabs. In addition, a cart of gifts was prepared for Dai Quan and sent to his home.
There is a woman of my own there. She is currently pregnant with Liujia and her own child. I don’t know what the situation is now. Do you think about yourself?
Jia Cong led Li Biao, Qingwen and others, as well as two teams of guards, and drove five carriages to the gate of the palace.
Let Qingwen take a carriage to Dai Quan's home. Jia Cong himself was waiting in front of the palace, waiting for news from the palace.
Although I am Ning Guogong, I cannot enter the palace casually. I need permission from His Majesty or the Queen.
A moment later, Dai Quan hurriedly arrived outside the palace gate. After looking at Jia Cong for a while, he raised his hands and said with a smile: "Goodbye, Mr. Ning Guo is fine. We haven't seen him for a few months, and he is even more energetic." Jia Cong also smiled and said: "Thank you for your service, General Manager. These are some things I brought back from overseas." The local specialties are specially made to honor His Majesty, so please ask Manager Dai to accept them. In addition, I have also prepared some and have sent them home." Dai Quan heard this and secretly praised it in his heart.
Jia Cong is a kid who knows how to get things done. Regardless of how much money he spends, his sincerity is hard to come by. It's a pity that he was too young and didn't know how to hide his talents and bide his time. As soon as he was born, he shone brightly, overwhelming all the generals, and made great achievements, making everyone fear him.
If he can be more moderate, things will happen again, and then His Majesty will not be afraid of him and use him with all his strength, and he will definitely be in a higher position than he is now.
It's a pity that all this can't be repeated, everything is fate. Maybe we can only wait for the new king to take over the throne before he can come back again, right?
Hey, this ability is too strong, which is not a good thing. Fortunately, His Majesty has a good impression of him, and there is still a friendship with him.
"Thank you very much, Duke Ning. Come follow me into the palace quickly. Your Majesty is still waiting for Duke Ning." Jia Cong nodded and followed Dai Quan into the palace.
As for the gifts brought, they were all handed over to Dai Quan's men. As the two of them walked forward, Dai Quan asked: "Mr. Ning Guo, did you really go to sea?" Jia Cong said: "Well, I did go to sea this time. Manager Dai, are there any major events in the court recently? Dai Quan looked around and said in a low voice: "There hasn't been much happening recently, but His Majesty is very interested in your whereabouts. You have to think about how to answer. Also, I said something for you, which caused a stir." His Majesty's suspicion, His Majesty is afraid that you will be in trouble in the future, and it is unlikely that he will reuse you. You just need to be aware of this matter." Jia Cong nodded silently, he had already guessed this result. Not too surprised.
"I understand. Thank you Manager Dai for reminding me. No matter what, I can also live a peaceful life and do the things I like to do." Seeing that he was almost reaching the imperial study room, Dai Quan shut up and took a step ahead. lead the way.
Soon arriving at the Imperial Study Room, Jia Cong bowed to Emperor Longqing above.
"Jia Cong, your majesty, long live my emperor, long live, long live." Looking at Jia Cong below, Emperor Longqing felt a little complicated, but also a little relieved.
In any case, Jia Cong is still very close to him now. This time he went to sea and he still hasn't forgotten him when he comes back.
After sizing up Jia Cong below, he said, "Get on your feet."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Jia Cong stood up and stood aside. Emperor Longqing said: "Jia Aiqing, I heard that you went to sea this time. Is it true?" Jia Cong cupped his hands and said: "Your Majesty really sees things thousands of miles away and knows things like a god. I did go to sea this time, and I also followed him. A caravan went to Japan and Korea, and gained a lot of experience. When I came back this time, I also brought back some specialties from there, some seafood, and some filial piety. Your Majesty." Emperor Longqing heard this and smiled and said: "Jia Aiqing is interested. I heard that the sea is very dangerous. Is it true?" Jia Cong said: "Reporting to your Majesty, the biggest danger on the sea is storm weather. It has caught up. Storms are very dangerous. Facing the power of nature, we humans are too small to resist. We are almost destined to die. However, experienced crew members who have been at sea all year round can avoid it. It's for storm weather." Emperor Long Qing nodded, this was pretty much what he understood.
This guy is really brave. Not only did he go to sea, but he also went to other countries, which is really impressive.
After thinking for a while, he asked again: "Jia Aiqing, what are your plans for coming back this time?"
"Plan?" Jia Cong was stunned, remembering what Dai Quan had said to him, and after a moment of reflection, he understood what Emperor Long Qing meant.
Maybe this is to test yourself again? Thinking of this, Jia Cong couldn't help but feel disgusted. He had no position or power now, so did he need to defend himself like this?
Besides, I had never thought of betraying Da Chu. The many means he prepared were just for self-protection.
Your Majesty is so considerate, and it is true that you are with you like you are with a tiger. Thinking of this, I can't help but feel a little sad in my heart. If this is the case, then I will be a rich man for the rest of my life.
Jia Cong cupped his hands and said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, I have just come back this time and want to have a good rest. Then I will start preparing for the wedding next year. After the wedding, I have to live in peace of mind. Our Ningguo Mansion has a small population. I still need to spread the branches. I will be very busy in the next few years. I am planning to marry more wives, find more concubines, and have more children, so that I can have successors to the Ningguo Mansion. I will go out this time , I have seen the luxurious life of many wealthy people, and I was a little envious when I saw it, and I suddenly came up with the idea of being a rich idler and enjoying the glory and wealth." Emperor Longqing looked at Jia Cong with strange eyes for a while.
His words were quite noncommittal, and he didn't even believe them. But he still smiled and said: "You kid, are you too unmotivated? How old are you? Have you ever wanted to live like this? Have you never thought about serving the country again?" Jia Cong smiled and said: " I would like to report back to Your Majesty, our country is vast and full of talents, no one more than me is too much, and no one less than me is not much. Besides, I have also served the country, and now I am considered successful. It is time to enjoy life." Emperor Longqing
"Hmph" he said: "If you want to be lazy, I won't agree to it. However, you are old enough to prepare to get married, so I will let you do it for the time being. I will arrange errands for you after a while." Jia Cong After a moment of hesitation, he raised his hands and said, "I obey, thank you, Your Majesty." Emperor Longqing asked some more questions about the situation of Japan and Korea, and Jia Cong answered them one by one.
During this period, Dai Quan went out for a while and returned after a while. He stood beside Emperor Longqing and hesitated to speak.
Emperor Longqing glanced at him and said, "What's the matter? Just tell me if you have anything to say?" Dai Quan cupped his hands and said, "Reporting to the master, the queen just sent someone to say that she heard that Duke Ning Guo had just returned from overseas and wanted him to tell him about overseas affairs. I came here to ask your Majesty if you can approve some interesting things." Emperor Longqing frowned upon hearing this.
Then he relaxed again. The queen stayed in the palace all year round, and it was understandable that she was curious about some things outside.
Even I am curious about those things, aren't I? Thinking of this, Emperor Longqing said: "Jia Aiqing, since the queen is curious about overseas affairs, go and tell her about it. It's rare that she is interested in these things." Jia Cong felt a burst of criticism in his heart. How could the queen be interested in overseas affairs? Not interested, but interested in him as a minister.
No one but the Queen was looking for him so blatantly. His courage was really extraordinary.
Sometimes I feel that this girl is much braver than myself. With a respectful expression on his face, he said: "My lord, I obey my order. My lord, please retire." Jia Cong took a few steps back, then turned and left the imperial study, and followed the people sent by the queen to Cining Palace.
······When she heard that Jia Cong was back and came to the palace, the queen became interested. At this moment, Concubine Chen, who heard the news, also came to the door.
"Sister, I heard that Duke Ning Guo came to the palace. How about you find a way to find him?" The queen rolled her eyes at Concubine Chen and said, "I am thinking of a way. Since he is back, there will be many opportunities in the future. Your Majesty last time Didn't everyone agree to let him be the commander of the imperial army? Are you still worried about not being able to see him?" Concubine Chen said with a smile: "Isn't this for the sake of my sister?" The queen stopped arguing with her, thought about it, and shouted outside He said: "Xiao Anzi, go to His Majesty and tell me that I want to hear some interesting stories and anecdotes from overseas. Please ask Ning Guogong to come and tell me about them."
"Yes, Master, I will do it now."
