Grand View Garden, Cuicui Temple.
Miaoyu was wearing a pure white fox fur cloak and was sitting next to the coffee table.
There was a small red clay stove next to it, exuding a warm atmosphere, and a kettle was sitting on it, emitting the slightest amount of steam.
There is a teacup and a teapot on the coffee table.
Miaoyu picked up the teacup and took a sip.
Looking at the heavy snow falling outside and the red plum blossoms blooming, my mind is filled with thoughts.
It is a great regret in life that the person you love is not around to enjoy such beautiful scenery at such a beautiful time.
Recalling the scenes with Jia Cong, I couldn't help but have a sweet smile on my face.
If you can find a close friend in this life, you will have no regrets in this life.
I don’t know what’s going on with him over there? The snow in the north should be heavier than that in the capital, right?
I am missing him right now, and I don’t know if he misses me now?
With this thought in mind, he stood up and came to the yard, looking towards the north, letting the snowflakes fall on his body and head.
He murmured: "If we are caught in the snow together today, we will be together for the rest of our lives. I hope God can bless him to be safe, free from disasters, and live a long life."
After saying that, he put his hands together, closed his eyes slightly, and muttered something.
At this time, a burst of laughter came into my ears.
Miaoyu opened her eyes and turned around to look.
I saw Lin Daiyu, Xue Baochai, and several maids, walking into the Cuicui Temple.
Seeing Miaoyu standing in the yard, Lin Daiyu chuckled and said, "Hey, you didn't stay in the house, so why did you run out and get soaked in the snow? You didn't even wear a hat, and you weren't afraid of getting cold."
Miaoyu smiled sweetly: "On a whim, I came out to feel the embrace of nature for myself. It's snowing so heavily, why did you come out? Please invite me inside quickly. I just made tea and haven't drank it yet. Woolen cloth."
Several people came to the house together and sat down at the coffee table.
Miaoyu took a few more cups and poured tea for several people.
Miaoyu looked at Xue Baochai and then at her belly.
"You are pregnant with a child and you still dare to run around in the snow. You are really brave. What if you make a mistake?"
Xue Baochai smiled and said, "Today all the sisters came to play in the garden, and I also came out to get some fresh air. The road is not slippery now. Just be careful and you'll be fine. There are still a few masters following."
After looking at the surrounding furnishings, the coffee table was moved closer to the door. There was also a steaming kettle sitting on the small red clay stove next to it.
Then he smiled and said, "You are a very free and easy person. You are here drinking tea and admiring the snow alone."
Miaoyu picked up the tea cup and took a gentle sip.
"I have nothing to do by myself, and when it's snowing like this, I thought you would definitely come over to enjoy the snow, so I made preparations in advance."
Lin Daiyu picked up the tea cup in front of her, took a sip, and said with a chuckle: "You know us, mainly because your place is clean, the scenery is good, the tea is better, and it is more fun to enjoy tea and enjoy the snow here.
Hey, your tea today has a unique taste. It seems to taste better than usual. "
Miaoyu smiled slightly: "Of course, this was five years ago when I lived at Xuan Tomb Panxiang Temple. I harvested the snow on the plum blossoms and got a jar of flowers with a green face. I was reluctant to eat them and buried them underground. , it just opened this winter.
I've only had it once, this is the second time. By the way, has the prince sent a letter home? Is he okay in the north? "
Lin Daiyu nodded: "I just sent a letter a few days ago. Brother Cong is fine. There is no need to worry about him. There is no war there for the time being. Now that it is snowing, there will be no war.
Even though it's too cold over there, we won't be allowed to go there. Now it's snowing and the roads are blocked, so we can't even go. "
Xue Baochai smiled and said, "We are all from the south. We must not be used to going to such a cold place in Liaodong. The prince may also have this kind of concern, which is why he doesn't let everyone go."
The three of them drank tea and enjoyed the snow, chatting about home affairs and mentioning Jia Cong from time to time.
At this time
, another person ran in from the door.
Wearing a white fox fur cloak and a white fox fur hat on his head, his whole body is white and furry, with only a small face exposed. It is Shi Xiangyun.
As soon as Shi Xiangyun entered the door and saw a few people, he started shouting.
"I just knew that you guys secretly came here to drink tea, and you didn't say anything about asking me to come with you."
Everyone is used to their own temperament and doesn't take it seriously.
Miaoyu stood up, took another cup, and poured Shi Xiangyun a cup of tea.
Shi Xiangyun reached out to pick it up, drank it in a few sips, and poured himself another glass.
Xue Baochai helped her flick the snow off the bullet and said with a smile: "You disappeared as soon as you entered the garden. Where can we tell you? You have such a temper that you can't sit still. Where did you go crazy just now?" "
Lin Daiyu shook her head: "They must have gone to find Qin Yatou and Si Yatou. Together with Xiao Yu'er, we have four naughty and troublesome packs. If you don't play together, why did you come here to find us?"
Shi Xiangyun chuckled and said: "With such good weather, such good scenery, and such good material, it is natural to open a poetry club. My eldest sister and the others have gone to my eldest sister-in-law's place. My eldest sister-in-law has already started to organize it. It's just a few of you." Alright, I’m here specifically to invite you.”
The three of them looked at each other with smiles on their faces.
We are all talented women, so we would not miss such a lively and fun opportunity.
"In that case, let's go. Recently, the eldest sister has moved in, and the garden has become more lively. Zicuckoo, inform the kitchen in the house and ask them to make some dishes and bring them over. In addition, bring some candies, melon seeds, etc. over. "
"I know, Princess, I'll do it right away."
Zicuckoo agreed, got up and left.
Since Jia Cong led the troops to the expedition, Lin Daiyu, Xue Baochai, Shi Xiangyun, Ruyan, Dayu'er, etc., these wives and concubines have nothing to do in the house. In addition to accompanying the old lady, they play in the garden every day.
Either I open a poetry club, or I just drink and have fun. I really let myself go.
The four of them did not stay long, got up and followed them out of the Cuicui Temple, disappearing into the heavy snow.
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Liaodong, Liaoyang City.
Following Jia Cong's order, the entire Liaoyang City seemed to come alive.
On the streets, there are people busy cleaning up the snow everywhere. They rub shoulders and are in full swing. It is more lively than the Chinese New Year.
In Liaoyang City, 50,000 soldiers were left to garrison, and another 10,000 soldiers were assigned to help the people transport snow outside the city.
The remaining people all left the city to clean the official roads outside.
This will ensure that the roads in various places are smooth and unaffected by heavy snow, making it convenient for everyone to travel.
If something happens, you can quickly exchange messages.
Although few people go out in the winter, and many people think it is unnecessary, Jia Cong still insists on his opinion, thinking that it is still of some use, at least it can allow the caravan to pass unimpeded.
The troops were also idle. Cleaning the snow on the official road was regarded as daily training.
The snow in Liaoyang City was cleared in one day.
However, it took two full days to transport it out.
The entire city of Liaoyang was clean and no different than usual, and there was no longer any snow on the streets.
Shops are operating normally, shops are open as usual, and the streets are still prosperous.
If the city was full of snow, there wouldn't be many people on the streets.
From this point of view, the effect is quite large.
The soldiers who went out to clear the snow from the city worked hard for more than ten days before they cleared the official roads everywhere, all the way to Shanhaiguan Pass, and then returned.
In this way, it will not affect the caravan nor the transportation of materials.
In the future, these official roads will have the government offices of nearby towns responsible for organizing manual cleaning to keep the roads clear.
The day after the order was issued, Jia Cong took Qingwen, Chunlan and others, called Li Biao, and went to the nearby area with fifty soldiers.
hunting in the mountain forest.
After playing outside for a day, I returned to the city in the evening.
I shot a dozen hares, pheasants, and even a roe deer, which was a small gain.
If there is no fighting this winter, nothing will happen.
Jia Cong took Qingwen and the others, as well as his own soldiers, hunting everywhere from time to time.
He even took them to the grassland and played there for more than ten years before returning.
He also brought back the two sea greens that were fostered by Zhang Hu.
He also purchased a dozen hunting dog cubs from those hunters and raised them in his yard.
From now on, it will be necessary to stay in Liaodong all year round and tame some hunting dogs by yourself.
Time flies, the sun and the moon fly by.
In the blink of an eye, four months passed.
Jia Cong and Qingwen spent the Spring Festival in Liaodong again.
During these four months, half of the time, I took them out hunting.
This winter has been a joyful one.
Now spring is about to begin, and it’s time for the ice and snow to melt.
Jia Cong summoned officials from various places and asked them to prepare for spring plowing and sowing.
At the same time, preparations were also begun to organize land reclamation matters.
On the military side, there was nothing going on. Except for the personnel who patrolled every day, others continued to train.
After one winter and four months of training, all the troops have made some progress.
First of all, the mental outlook is different, and everyone has confidence.
They are completely different from when Jia Cong first took over.
The first thing in spring, Jia Cong arranged for Chunlan and Qiu Ju to lead a hundred soldiers to escort Han Nianci back to the capital.
There were five large carts accompanying him, all of which were loaded with local specialties from Liaodong.
It has been seven months since Jia Cong went to Liaodong.
The pregnant women at home are all eight or nine months pregnant and about to give birth.
With Han Nianci back home to watch them give birth, Jia Cong could feel more at ease.
Although there is currently no war, Jia Cong cannot return to Beijing without permission and can only send Han Nianci home.
Jia Cong stayed in Liaodong and had already begun to build the palace.
Before the snow fell last year, a batch of materials was shipped. After spring, another batch was shipped from the sea, and construction was ready to start.
It is still in the foundation laying stage, and there are not many people working on it.
Once the foundation has been laid, it will be warmed, all the required materials will be transported, and an extra group of people will be gathered, and the main building will be built soon.
During this time, Tie Zhu was also assigned a task.
Let him use his free time to develop a group of intelligence personnel in various places in Liaodong to keep abreast of the trends in various places.
We can better understand the actual situation in various places in Liaodong.
Let them become Jia Cong's eyes and help Jia Cong better understand and control various places in Liaodong.
It won't take long, only one year, to spread the intelligence network throughout Liaodong.
This time when Chunlan and the others go back, they will also bring Yueya to Liaodong.
By the way, some of the intelligence backbones were brought over and let them take over the intelligence work in Liaodong so that they can start the work faster.
As for the intelligence network in the capital, it was temporarily handed over to Erya.
Near the end of February, Han Nianci, Chunlan and the others returned to the Liaodong Palace in the capital.
When they returned home, they were immediately surrounded by Lin Daiyu, Shi Xiangyun and others, asking questions about Jia Cong's current situation.
"Nianci, why are you three the only ones back? Your Majesty has nothing to do in Liaodong, right?"
"Meet the princess."
The three of them first saluted Lin Daiyu and then answered his question.
"Reporting to the princess, everything is fine with the prince now and there is no need for anyone to worry.
The prince asked us to come back because he knew how many people were at home.
One of the sisters was about to give birth, and she felt uneasy, so she asked Chunlan and Qiu Ju to send me back to help the sisters check their bodies and help them give birth. "
Lin Daiyu nodded after hearing this.
"Several sisters in the family are indeed approaching the day of giving birth. Although they have already found a midwife, I am still a little anxious. Now that you are back, I feel relieved to have you by their side. Already."
Han Nianci smiled and said, "Don't worry, Princess. As long as I'm here, the sisters will be fine."
"Well, by the way, Nian Ci, the prince wants you to come back. Do you have any special instructions?"
Lin Daiyu looked at Han Nianci and asked.
Han Nianci took out a letter from his arms and handed it to Lin Daiyu.
"Princess, this is the prince's letter. The prince has written some things in it. Read it yourself."
Lin Daiyu took the letter, opened the envelope, took out the letterhead, unfolded it and read it.
The letter first expressed some feelings of parting and longing, and it was so sincere that Lin Daiyu curled up her lips as she read it, feeling extremely sweet in her heart.
Next, he talked about some things he did in Liaodong and the situation in Liaodong.
He also talked about letting Yue Ya take some of the backbone to go to Liaodong.
All in all, he was very talkative, talked about a lot of things, and arranged some things.
After reading the letter, Lin Daiyu glanced at everyone.
He said, "Don't worry, everyone. Your Majesty is doing well in Liaodong. He sent Nianci back this time to help several sisters deliver babies. Your Majesty has not forgotten us."
Everyone, please go back first. Nianci, you have worked hard on the journey, so go down and rest first. Erya and Yueya, you two stay, I have something to tell you. "
"Yes, Princess."
Everyone agreed and then retreated.
There were only six people left in the house: Lin Daiyu, Xue Baochai, Shi Xiangyun, Erya, Yueya, and Zijuan.
"Yueya, the prince has asked you to select a group of key personnel to go to Liaodong together to develop a new intelligence network there. The matters in the capital will be left to Erya for the time being. Do you have any opinions?"
Yue Ya shook her head. She carried out Jia Cong's orders unconditionally. Besides, she missed Jia Cong a little after not seeing him for six or seven months.
This time when I went to Liaodong, I happened to be working by his side, which also helped me relieve the pain of lovesickness.
"I don't have any objections. Give me three days. Erya and I will hand it over and select some people before we can set off."
