In the city of Nanjing, the Zhou family.
In Zhou Yu's residence.
Zhou Yu was enjoying the back-pounding of her daughter Zhou Zhi. Zhou Zhi, who was almost ten years old, was growing up very quickly and was relatively tall. She had big bright eyes and two small dimples at the corners of her mouth, which gave people the feeling of a weird elf.
Zhou Zhi is a lively girl and often goes to the palace to see Lu Yu.
The marriage of the two has been decided for a long time.
After Lu Yu returned to Nanjing, the two children often played together in order to cultivate their relationship.
After Zhou Yu enjoyed Zhou Zhi's back-punching, he said with a doting look on his face: "Zhi'er, I gave Daddy a back-punch today, what else do you want?"
Zhou Yu knew her daughter's temperament very well.
This girl doesn't go to the Three Treasures Palace for any reason, but she suddenly wants to slap her on the back with good intentions. She must have some ideas, and it is definitely not a sign of kindness or filial piety.
There was a smile on Zhou Zhi's face with a hint of baby fat. She held Zhou Yu's shoulders with both hands and said, "Dad, my daughter wants some weapons and a few female soldiers. Dad is a general on the battlefield, commanding thousands of troops. Horses, my daughter can also command thousands of troops.”
Zhou Yu chuckled and said, "No problem, Zhi'er will do it, and dad will support it."
"Thank you dad."
Zhou Zhi even laughed.
Zhou Yu looked curious and asked: "Girl, why do you suddenly want to train troops?"
Zhou Zhi snorted and said, "Someone wants to bully brother Lu Yu. I want to train my troops to fight them."
The expression on Zhou Yu's face froze.
Cheeks twitched.
His eyes were a little helpless, this girl hadn't even married yet, and now she was actually clamoring to protect Lu Yu, which really chilled his heart.
Zhou Zhi ignored Zhou Yu's expression, kissed Zhou Yu's side face, said thank you, and ran away as fast as he could.
After Zhou Yu saw it, he looked helpless, with only doting in his eyes.
There is no way, who asked him to spoil his daughter?
At this moment, the sound of rapid footsteps came, but it was the housekeeper who entered the house and reported: "Grand Governor, Your Majesty and the Queen are here."
After Zhou Yu heard this, he stood up and walked out eagerly. He soon came to the gate to greet him. When he saw Lu Xuan, he quickly saluted and said, "Your Majesty, Zhou Yu, pays homage to Your Majesty and the Queen."
Lu Xuan smiled and said, "No need to be polite."
Zhou Yu waved his hand and asked Lu Xuan to go forward and enter the hall. Zhou Yu's wife came out and went to the backyard to talk with Da Qiao.
Zhou Yu and Lu Xuan sat down in the hall together.
After the tea was served, Zhou Yu said, "Your Majesty, why are you here today?"
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "After my father was buried, I visited many old friends one after another. Next, I still want to go to Huashi City in Xiangzhou and sit on the front line to ensure further stable expansion."
Zhou Yu's eyes suddenly lit up.
Go to the front!
He thought about this too.
Seeing Lu Xuan in the Western Regions and in Tianzhu, defeating the invading Roman Empire and capturing Victoria, Queen of the Roman Empire, each event made Zhou Yu's heart surge with excitement, and he wished he could participate.
However, he always stayed behind.
Zhou Yu was very unhappy.
Zhou Yu said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, when I go to Xiangzhou this time, can I go with you?"
Lu Xuan looked calm and said: "Gong Jin, it's okay for you to go to Xiangzhou. But if you leave, who will support Zhi'er and Yu'er? Although Yu'er is the prince, he is still young after all, so he still has to go Someone is in charge. You are his father-in-law, and no one dares to act rashly while you are in Nanjing."
Zhou Yu said angrily: "Your Majesty is the father of the prince, not me. If you want to support me, it is your Majesty who supports me."
Lu Xuan joked: "Father-in-law is also a father."
Zhou Yu snorted and said: "Your Majesty, Taishi Ci is very loyal. According to my opinion, he can step down from the post of Minister of the Ministry of War and be transferred to the position of Governor of the Governor's Mansion, taking charge of many things in the Governor's Mansion."
Lu Xuan shook his head and said: "Tai Shici is not good enough. He has no problem serving as Minister of the Ministry of War. However, as the governor of the governor's office, firstly, he cannot convince the public. Secondly, he cannot stand up to the cabinet officials. Thirdly, he cannot strategize. Manage domestic affairs."
Zhou Yu looked stubborn and sighed: "Your Majesty, I want to go too."
Lu Xuan smiled and said: "Then go."
Zhou Yu saw that Lu Xuan agreed, but he hesitated and said: "Forget it, I still stay in the country. The prince also needs someone to support him. Although I have not taken any action from beginning to end, my presence is the greatest support. .”
Lu Xuan laughed when he heard it.
Zhou Yu was still soft-hearted.
After Lu Xuan smiled, his expression turned soft, and he said slowly: "Gong Jin, wait a few more years."
Zhou Yu said helplessly: "Three years and three years, I will be old. By then, can I still do it? Can your Majesty continue to expand the territory?"
Lu Xuan looked at Zhou Yu's appearance, smiled and said, "I'll tell you the truth."
Zhou Yu said: "Your Majesty, please speak."
Lu Xuan looked serious and said: "The prince will be crowned and come of age in a few years. After the prince is crowned, he will marry Zhi'er and then ascend the throne and proclaim himself emperor. At that time, I will abdicate to Yu'er and let him succeed. At that time, you Just leave with me. After winning the title, Yuer should be able to shoulder everything."
Zhou Yu's eyes suddenly widened.
His expression was incredible.
Zen position?
This is not just a matter of talk, and since ancient times, few emperors have abdicated their throne when they were young and strong.
During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, there was a prime minister, King Wuling of Zhao, who was enthroned. Unfortunately, after King Wuling of Zhao was enthroned, with the transfer of power, he was unwilling to accept it and supported his eldest son to fight with King Zhao Huiwen, which ended in a miserable ending.
Zhou Yu solemnly said: "Your Majesty, the Zen position is a very important matter, involving all aspects."
Lu Xuan waved his hand and said with a smile: "This matter is complicated to say, and it is indeed complicated. After all, when we are all under the same roof, there will be problems with the transfer of rights and conflicts of rights."
"Even if there is no conflict, people's hearts cannot stand the test again and again."
"It's easy for things to go wrong."
"I have already considered this."
"So, I have moved the concubines in the palace and they have all gone to Huashi City. My other heirs have also left Nanjing and live in Huashi City. In the future, the governance of the imperial court will be handed over to the prince."
"In such a vast area, it will take many years for him to take power and establish his authority."
Lu Xuan said: "After I left the country, I will expand abroad. In this life, I will fight wherever I can. As long as my troops are directed, I will definitely plant the dragon flag of the Ming Dynasty."
Zhou Yu's blood boiled after hearing this.
I was extremely excited.
Expanding territory has always been his heart's desire and what he hopes to do.
Now, he has stayed in Nanjing.
Zhou Yu looked at Lu Xuan with a sincere face, nodded and said: "Your Majesty, I understand, I will follow your Majesty to the death. For the time being, I will stay in Nanjing and sit in place for the prince to ensure that the prince can rule steadily."
Lu Xuan stabilized Zhou Yu, no longer worried in his heart, and said, "It's been a lot of hard work for Gong Jin in the past few years."
"Thank you for your hard work!"
Zhou Yu smiled and shook his head.
Lu Xuan further said: "For the development of the army, the strengthening of the navy, and the updating of weapons, we must further develop, and we cannot rest on our laurels. At present, we have only captured Xiangzhou. In the future, the enemy will be stronger, and we need to be more elite. The army needs more sophisticated weapons."
Zhou Yu said: "Your Majesty, please rest assured."
Lu Xuan changed the subject and said, "It's almost noon, and I'm hungry. Gongjin, I'm here today, but I have to eat before I go back. You can't be perfunctory."
Zhou Yu smiled and said, "This is my honor."
He was also happy in his heart and immediately ordered people to prepare lunch. After the food was ready, Lu Xuan asked Da Qiao and Zhou Yu's wife to come out to eat together. This was equivalent to a family banquet.
The emperor's personal visit to Zhou Yu's house for dinner, together with the queen, was an affirmation of the Zhou family.
At the dinner table, Lu Xuan and Zhou Yu were not talking. They were talking about some family matters and some interesting things about Nanjing. They did not mention enlightenment. After lunch, Lu Xuan took Da Qiao to say goodbye and left.
Zhou Yu personally sent Lu Xuan away.
When Zhou Yu took his wife with him, he smiled softly when he saw Lu Xuan boarding the carriage and leaving.
Zhou Yu's wife Lin Xi is also nearly thirty years old. She is dignified, charming and bookish. She leans next to Zhou Yu and says softly: "Why are you laughing, husband?"
Zhou Yu looked at the back of the carriage that had gone away and said with a smile: "Your Majesty is like this. To accomplish anything, you have to be determined. Alas, it is this kind of arrangement that makes people unable to refuse."
Lin Xi was confused when he heard this.
Zhou Yu smiled and said: "Let's go back. Your Majesty is leaving Nanjing City, but I have to stay."
A smile appeared on Lin Xi's face.
Her husband staying is what she is most concerned about, and she doesn't care much about other things.
