Everyone was overjoyed to hear the news that Jia Cong was in charge of the army again. The happiest people were Jia Mu and Aunt Xue. One was their grandson and the other was their son-in-law. They were so happy that they couldn't smile from ear to ear.
Hearing Aunt Xue's congratulations, Jia Mu said happily: "Auntie, I'm so happy, I'm so happy. Brother Cong has never let me down." Wang Xifeng said with a smile: "Look at how happy this ancestor is. You guys have praised Brother Cong so much, and those who don’t know think you are just a saleswoman selling melons, boasting about yourself.” When everyone heard this, they all burst into laughter.
Jia Mu laughed and scolded: "You monkey, you know how to arrange me." Wang Xifeng was also in a good mood and was happy for her brother-in-law. The better Jia Cong is, the more she can take advantage of him.
Since the rise of Jia Cong, the entire Jia family has benefited a lot, and those who have benefited the most are Wang Xifeng and Jia Lian.
In the entire Jia family, apart from Jia Cong who is the richest, Wang Xifeng is the richest. Wang Xifeng is greedy for money, and she wants to get involved in anything that makes money.
Coupled with Ping'er's relationship with her, she would naturally not refuse some requests and instead gave her many discounts. As a result, she has made a lot of money in the past few years, making her even richer than Jia She.
Since being tricked by Aunt Zhao last time and the two of them had that relationship, Jia Cong gave her a lot of business in order to compensate her, making her make a lot of money.
Wang Xifeng cared more about Jia Cong, his brother-in-law, than Jia Lian. Wang Xifeng said: "Yuanyang, why didn't brother Cong come over? Is there anything else that can't be done?" Yuanyang said with a smile: "There is nothing else. Our master is still talking to that Eunuch Dai. He is afraid that the old lady will be worried and anxious, so let him Please come over and talk to the old lady first, so as not to worry everyone." Jia Mu smiled and said, "That's good. I don't know when Brother Cong will be able to come over. We'll wait for him to have dinner together." Yuanyang said, "Old lady, you guys Let's eat first. There's no need to wait. When I came, our master asked us to prepare food and wine. He said he wanted to entertain Eunuch Dai, who might not be able to come for a while." After hearing this, Jia Mu nodded and said, "That's fine. , then we won’t wait for him, little Feng, let someone pass the food around.”
"I know, ancestor, I'll make arrangements right away." Wang Xifeng agreed and went outside to arrange for the maid to pass the food.
When Xue Baochai heard the news about Jia Cong, she was also very happy. She was a very traditional woman. Her man was capable and held a high official position, so she felt very proud of him.
She has always admired Jia Cong's ability. Even if he is at home, there are still many things he can do. However, she was still very willing to see Jia Cong be able to serve as a general.
After looking at Lin Daiyu, it happened that Lin Daiyu also looked over, and the two couldn't help but smile at each other. Xue Baoqin glanced at her cousin, her eyes full of envy. This cousin was really lucky to have found such a capable brother-in-law.
I don’t know what kind of person my fiancé is? It would be great if he could be as good as his brother-in-law. I don’t know what my future will be like.
Thinking of this, I couldn't help but sigh, suppressed my thoughts, smiled at Xue Baochai and said: "Congratulations to sister, congratulations to sister Lin, your brother-in-law is really awesome." Shi Xiangyun said: "Sister Qin, you don't understand the third brother, the third brother. My brother has been very powerful since he was a child. I have seen it with my own eyes." He played with us." Xue Baochai said: "Of course, business matters are important. From now on, we sisters can just play by ourselves, so as not to affect his future." Yingchun said: "Guarding the palace shouldn't be a big deal, right? Brother Cong used to I am on duty, but I am always at home." Tan Chun said: "Guarding the imperial city is of great importance, so we should not take it lightly. Even if nothing happens, we need to be careful. If something happens, it will be a big deal." Lin Daiyu said: "I believe brother Cong If we have our own plans, we don't have to worry about him." Shi Xiangyun said with a smile: "The third brother will definitely go home at night. At worst, we will go to his place to have dinner at night." Xichun said with a smile: "I think my brother will do it too. The food there is better." Xue Baochai said with a smile: "You are the only ones who are greedy, so be careful and become a little fat man." As they talked, they started laughing and making trouble.
At this time, Wang Xifeng walked in and smiled at everyone: "The food has been set. Let's eat first. Ancestors, aunts, and everyone, please sit down together." Jia Mu also smiled and said: "Let's go, Let’s go eat first.” At this time, in the living room of Ningguo Mansion.
Jia Congzheng and Dai Quan sat opposite each other, changing glasses and drinking wine. Looking at the table full of precious wine and food, Dai Quan was quite satisfied. Although it was not as good as Emperor Longqing's meal, it was not far behind, which showed that Jia Cong still valued him.
Although the two have an alliance, it is a secret alliance, but it cannot be known on the surface.
Therefore, the two of them should pay more attention to their daily interactions. It also avoids falling into the eyes of caring people and causing unnecessary trouble.
The reason why I stayed this time was because I had important things to discuss with Jia Cong, otherwise I wouldn't have stayed.
Dai Quan smiled and said: "Ning Guogong, your standards are very high. You are almost as good as His Majesty. You are indeed the richest man in the capital. Your reputation as a little God of Wealth is well-deserved." Jia Cong laughed and said: "Mr. Dai I'm joking, I don't dare to be the richest person. There are countless rich people in this capital, and I have only been running the business for six or seven years. There are others who have been running the business for decades, or even hundreds of years? Those people are the real ones. A rich man. It was also when General Manager Dai came this time that he took out all the best things in the house and specially used them to entertain General Manager Dai. Usually I would not give up the food myself." Dai Quan said: "That's awesome. Thank you very much, Mr. Ning Guo. Our family appreciates it." Jia Cong smiled and said, "Mr. Dai, there is no need to be polite. We are not outsiders anymore. It is not an exaggeration to say that we are our own people." After listening to Jia Cong's words, Dai Quan couldn't help but secretly criticize.
If you think about it carefully, there is some truth in what he said. I gave him my wife, and now my child is about to be born. His child will also be my child. It is not an exaggeration to say that we are a family.
It's just that I am a little worried that when the child is born, this guy will be reluctant to give the child to him.
After all, that was Jia Cong's first child, and Dai Quan felt a little unsure. If he really regretted it, there was nothing he could do about it.
If that were the case, then he would have really lost his wife and lost his army. This is also the real reason why I stay, I want to take this opportunity to have a good talk with Jia Cong.
Dai Quan said: "What Ning Guo Gong said is that when the child is born, we will be a family. When the time comes, Ning Guo Gong will not regret it." He looked at Jia Cong cautiously, his heart full of uneasiness.
Jia Cong was stunned when he heard this, and couldn't help but laugh when he saw Dai Quan's uneasy look. Unexpectedly, Dai Quan was worried about this matter. He would not go back on his promise. Even if the child took Dai Quan's surname, it would still be his own child.
Besides, it was impossible for the child to leave Chan'er, and he would not bring Chan'er back to Ningguo Mansion. Besides, no matter how old Dai Quan is, when he dies, he will not be able to do whatever he wants. Even his family property will be his own.
Of course, I wouldn't do this under normal circumstances. I'll see what happens when the time comes. Jia Cong smiled and said: "Brother Dai is overly worried. Since I promised you, I will not regret it. You can rest assured on this. Now, one of my concubines is also pregnant, and there are many women around me. , there will be more and more children in the future, no less than this one." When Dai Quan heard what Jia Cong said, he breathed a sigh of relief and let go of his hanging heart.
He was really afraid that Jia Cong would regret it. People in this era, as long as they had the ability, would never give away their children, except those who could not afford to eat or feed themselves.
Dai Quan chuckled and said, "After hearing what Brother Ning said, I can finally feel relieved. Come on, I'll give you a drink." The two of them even changed their names as they talked.
Naturally, Jia Cong would not refuse. He picked up the wine glass and drank with Dai Quan. Dai Quan also told Jia Cong about some of the things that happened in the court in general, so that Jia Cong also had some understanding of the situation in the court.
I also had a general understanding of the affairs in the palace. This is still somewhat useful for Jia Cong to take over the imperial city's imperial army.
Thinking of this appointment, Jia Cong suddenly asked: "By the way, Brother Dai, why did your Majesty suddenly let me take over the Forbidden Army? This incident was a bit too sudden. I am still a little confused now. Brother Dai Do you know the whole story?" Dai Quan frowned and said, "I didn't know about this matter beforehand. There was no news at all. I went to the Zhou family to deliver the order and came back, and His Majesty asked me to draft the order. When I came out, I asked my godson and he said that His Majesty went to the Queen's place and I don't know anything else." Jia Cong nodded after hearing this. It seemed that the Queen should have pushed him.
After all, the only one who hopes that she can be the commander of the imperial army is the queen, which is the most beneficial to her.
It seems that this queen still has some energy. Thinking of this, Jia Cong already understood the key and was completely relieved.
Seeing that Jia Cong was silent, Dai Quan smiled and said: "Brother Ning, don't have any worries. No matter what the reason is, it is a good thing for brother Ning. Both of us are on duty in the palace, so some things will be more convenient. " Jia Cong cupped his hands and smiled and said: "Then in the imperial city from now on, I need Brother Ning to take care of me." Dai Quan chuckled and said: "Don't worry, Brother Ning, if you have anything to do, you can come to me. Your Majesty will ask you to take up your post immediately. Don't delay any longer." Jia Cong said: "This is natural, I will take office tomorrow." The two chatted while drinking, and after more than half an hour, Jia Cong sent someone to send Dai Quan back.
·······Early the next morning, Jia Cong had breakfast and rushed to the imperial city with Li Biao and fifty soldiers.
After arriving at the palace, Jia Cong did not go to Emperor Longqing to thank him first, but went directly to the barracks of the Forbidden Army. He wanted to take over the Forbidden Army first.
Arriving at the Forbidden Army camp, Jia Cong directly took out the imperial decree, summoned all the Forbidden Army soldiers, read out the emperor's imperial edict, and took over the entire imperial city's Imperial Army.
With the holy purpose and Jia Cong's illustrious reputation, the process of taking over was very smooth, and there was no pretense or slap in the face.
Even if some people are unconvinced, they dare not say it to his face. Jia Cong's evil reputation is not a joke, it was all killed.
Jia Cong also knew that some people were unconvinced, so he immediately delivered his inaugural speech on the general stage.
"Brothers of the Forbidden Army, from today on, I, Jia Cong, will be your commander. I don't care what you think in your heart, whether you really obey me or not, but you must execute my orders. I don't care what you were like before. , starting from today, everything will be in accordance with my rules. My words are military orders. Military orders are like mountains. Anyone who disobeys the order will be killed. As for my knife's sharpness, if I can chop off your head, you can jump out and try. Of course. Well, I am not the kind of person who is murderous. As long as everyone follows orders, we are good brothers. If you give me face, I will give you face. If you don’t give me face, then don’t blame me for not giving it. You have saved face. If anyone is unconvinced, you can stand up and challenge me. As long as someone beats me, I will give him the leadership position. If he cannot beat me, then he will be obedient to me. Did you hear it?" Jia Cong's voice spread far away, spreading throughout the entire barracks.
"I obey the commander's orders." A voice like a roaring mountain and a tsunami sounded in the barracks. These forbidden troops have all heard of Jia Cong's reputation and know a lot about his deeds.
Jia Cong's victorious record in Liaodong made countless soldiers admire him. At the same time, his ruthless and decisive methods of killing made everyone fear him.
For soldiers, being able to follow a capable and powerful leader is actually not a bad thing.
Those who really have ideas, have other thoughts, or are dissatisfied are almost all the generals.
Some are because of factions, and some are because of the path to promotion. However, no matter what the reason is, these people do not dare to stand up against Jia Cong on the surface. They really do not dare.
Although no one dared to stand up and establish himself in front of everyone, this result was what Jia Cong wanted to see the most.
He can solve problems peacefully, but he doesn't want to kill people to establish his authority.
"Very good. I'm very satisfied with the attitude of the brothers. I hope everyone will keep what they say. Today is my first day as commander in chief. I will order you to kill pigs and sheep and give extra meals to the brothers." After hearing this, the soldiers below felt a sudden surge in their hearts. happiness.
Although these forbidden troops are stationed in the palace and receive the best treatment, they cannot eat meat every day. When they heard Jia Cong's words, they all shouted loudly.
"Thank you, Lord Commander."
"Thank you, Lord Commander."
"Thank you, Lord Commander." Jia Cong waved his hand and told the soldiers to disperse.
He also called together the generals at all levels and held a small meeting to get to know them all. Afterwards, he arranged everything, left Li Biao and others in the military camp, and went to Emperor Longqing alone to thank him.
