Chapter 219 Don't Forget My Hard-Earned Money

Changsheng Hou was pleased to see the old craftsmen treating the stones like their own grandsons.

"How is it? Can it be forged into a weapon?" asked Marquis Changsheng.

The old craftsman nodded and then put the stones into the bamboo basket he carried with him.

"My lord, this is top-grade, at least 30% better than the ores we used before," the old craftsman said happily.

Marquis Changsheng nodded, looked away from the stones, and left with the few reluctant old craftsmen.

But before leaving, he still gave instructions to his deputy.

"Heavily guarded, no one is allowed to enter without my order."

In addition, the Weiyuan Army camp advanced thirty li to surround Leigu City.

As for the original inhabitants of Regu City...

An imperial edict was issued: those who wished to leave should leave immediately, and those who did not wish to leave could stay.

But the families of those former soldiers must leave.

After saying this, Marquis Changsheng had the old craftsman escorted back to his camp and then returned to his own tent.

Looking at the map of the northern lands hanging in his tent, Changsheng Hou was unable to calm down for a long time.

Regulus City must be defended from now on.

That Duke was truly farsighted, planning every step carefully!

Realizing that he had captured Leigu City but had not yet reported to Emperor Xiao Jing, he hurriedly ordered someone to grind ink to prepare a memorial.

He had barely picked up his pen to write two words when Shen Zhong's voice came from outside, requesting an audience.

Knowing that Shen Zhong had just made a trip to Saha City and must have met Shen Huaichen, Marquis Changsheng quickly put down his pen.

"Come in quickly! All of you, step back."

Shen Zhong strode towards the tent, first bowing to Marquis Changsheng, and then picked up a teapot from the table and poured water into his mouth.

"Drink slowly, don't choke."

"What? You came back on horseback at top speed?" Even Changsheng Hou felt a little sorry for him.

I went out early in the morning, only taking two dry buns with me; I didn't even have time to take my water bag.

Shen Zhong nodded as he emptied the water bottle and then wiped his mouth.

"Sir, our master said that the mountain will not be moved for the time being, and he wants you to write a memorial to the capital first."

As for how to resolve this, you can figure it out yourself. Anyway, in the eyes of the heavens, the grass on his grave is already three feet high.

However, you cannot keep such a great achievement to yourself; you must let our Duke's mansion also reap some benefits.

Our master said that the lady is in the capital, and she is having a hard time taking care of the old lady and the young ladies and gentlemen.

"In any case, if we make some contributions, the imperial family's rewards will be greater, and life will be a little easier," Shen Zhong said after burping.

Marquis Changsheng stroked his beard, wanting to roll his eyes to the sky.

What does it mean to have a tough time?

In just this year, I have sent back a total of 200,000 taels of silver notes, and I still think it's difficult?

"Don't worry, I've already figured out how to write the memorial. The Duke of Dingguo's mansion will definitely make a great contribution."

"When you see him next time, tell him not to worry about this," Marquis Changsheng said with a smile.

Shen Zhong chuckled and continued.

"Our master also said that this time there are both witnesses and physical evidence, so let the general put on a good show and make sure to bring down Marquis Wuding."

Consider it revenge for the brothers who escorted the grain supplies back then.

Marquis Changsheng nodded; this was also what he had in mind.

For more than a decade, the disappearance of that batch of grain has been a thorn in the side of the Duke of Dingguo and the Marquis of Changsheng.

If it weren't for the missing supplies, the Duke of Dingguo would have seized that opportunity and annihilated the main force of the Northern Hu.

Ultimately, the problem of food supplies forced the Duke of Dingguo to resort to unorthodox methods...

"Don't worry, Marquis Wuding is doomed this time."

I have prepared everything. The day these things arrive in the capital will be the day of Marquis Wuding's death.

However, after reviewing those letters, I found no trace of Duke Anguo's involvement. At most, this time they'll just remove Marquis Wuding from his post.

"The Duke of Anguo..." Marquis Changsheng shook his head.

Shen Zhong knew, of course, that he couldn't touch Duke Anguo.

"Our master said that the goal this time is to remove the Marquis of Wuding."

As for Duke Anguo, it's not time to make a move yet.

As long as he has the Pingnan Army under his command, His Majesty will not touch him.

After hearing Shen Zhong's words, Marquis Changsheng also sighed.

Duke Anguo is really something. You should just manage your Pingnan Army properly. Why do you have to come and cause trouble for the Weiyuan Army?

"Does your lord have anything else to say?" Marquis Changsheng asked with a smile.

Shen Zhong chuckled twice, then glanced at the jewelry brought by the Lord of Mogan City, which was delivered by Boss Ye, in the tent.

"Our master said, those jewels..."

"Give him half, and I'll send someone back to the capital to deliver it to Madam Shen," Marquis Changsheng interrupted Shen Zhong.

When Changsheng Hou saw Shen Zhong glancing at those boxes, he knew what Shen Huaichen was thinking.

This Duke, when he was in charge of the Weiyuan Army, always cared about his soldiers and shared their joys and sorrows.

After handing over the Weiyuan Army to himself, his thoughts turned to his family in the capital.

Shen Zhong scratched his head sheepishly.

Sigh, I'm too embarrassed to say it myself.

"Is there anything else?" asked Marquis Changsheng.

Shen Zhong nodded.

"Yes, our master said that the Marshal already owes him more than 500,000 taels of silver."

If this drags on for too long, the interest will add up.

This is all for his hard work, and he's too embarrassed to keep urging you.

If all else fails, you can use your estate or land as collateral...

Anyway, our young lady is not young anymore, so a larger dowry would be good...

Shen Zhong's voice grew softer and softer until he was too embarrassed to continue.

He didn't know why the Duke had become so attached to these coins after leaving the Weiyuan Army...

Marquis Changsheng's thinking was simple.

The Duke of Dingguo was afraid I'd overthink things; it's best to settle things with silver, that way everything is clear and transparent...

"Don't worry! Not a single penny will be shortchanged."

Shen Zhong, next time you go over, check on your grandfather's health. Is his leg still hurting?

"He has a hidden ailment; his legs ache whenever it gets cold. Could you secretly take two bottles of the medicinal wine prescribed by the old doctor in our army to him?" Changsheng Hou suddenly said.

Shen Zhong smiled and agreed.

Watching Shen Zhong leave the tent, Marquis Changsheng picked up his pen again...

The next day, Changsheng Hou's deputy general escorted the goods delivered by Boss Ye, along with Song San, who was bound like a dumpling, back to the capital...

......

The Mid-Autumn Festival has just passed in Beijing, and the weather is neither too hot nor too cold, making it a perfect time for outings.

Shangguan Jin waited for the good news that Shen Huaichen would tell her.

While enjoying tea with family,

I also took the opportunity to visit the two villages that Lian Qianli and his sister had mentioned.

Just as Shangguan Jin was considering whether to take Shen Qingyue to visit those two estates, a group of people suddenly entered the capital.

"The Marquis of Changsheng's deputy drove a carriage straight towards the palace gate..."

Listening to the discussions around her, Shangguan Jin knew that the good news Shen Huaichen had mentioned must have arrived...