Amu's decision to go to the Ministry of Industry was supported by everyone.
Linlang knew why Ah Mu chose to go to the Ministry of Industry. She said gratefully, "Ah Mu, thank you."
"I want to go to the Ministry of Industry. Another reason is that Jing Dynasty is too weak in water conservancy. Every year, droughts or floods occur in various places in Jing Dynasty."
Amu said sincerely, "Now that I have this opportunity, I want to use my strength to do something for Jingchao's water conservancy. Besides, I am quite interested in this aspect."
Since childhood, he had heard that floods were common in the south of the Yangtze River. The imperial court allocated funds every year for flood control and disaster relief, but floods occurred every year. Floods broke the dikes, and countless people lost their homes and their lives.
There was also a drought that left the people with no harvest, forcing them to leave their homeland and beg for food.
At that time, he vowed to learn about water conservancy, put it into practice, build bridges and roads, construct strong dams, and dig canals, so that the people would no longer be left without a harvest and be displaced.
It is a great fortune to be able to do well in the field you are good at.
Linlang understood this feeling. She smiled and said, "When big brother gets married, I will give you a big gift to congratulate you on getting your wish."
Amu knew Linlang's abilities, and he not only loved his wife, but also admired her deeply.
He put his arm around Linlang's waist and said, "I'm looking forward to your surprise."
Zhao Yuning and Chen Dong envied Amu for having ideals and goals. They also wanted to follow Amu, but now was not the right time.
Chen Dong decided not to return home. The best he could do was work as a clerk in the county government, or get married and have children. What was the point of that? He decided to stay in the capital, stay with Amu, help him, and provide him with food and lodging.
"You're very welcome to stay." Ah Mu excitedly shook Chen Dong's hands. "I'm sorry you've been wronged. A tribute student is following me, and I'm still a lowly official with no say."
"It's my honor to be able to follow the top scholar. Ah Mu, please don't think I can eat." He could learn a lot from Ah Mu, something Chen Dong couldn't wait to learn. "I believe that if Ah Mu doesn't fly, he will definitely soar to the sky. Then I can rise to the sky too."
Amu said emphatically, "Good brother, let's work hard together."
Zhao Yuning placed his hands on the two men and said, "As for me, I may not be of much help right now, but if you need me, just tell me. I will do anything for you, even if it means risking my life."
The three brothers held hands together and worked hard together on the road ahead.
Amu went to the Ministry of Works to report for work every day. The days passed quickly and it was the day of Su Jinrui's wedding.
Su Nanting could not return to Beijing, so Su Jinnian and Su Jinyao rushed back to the capital, bringing Su Nanting's letter and blessings.
It is a pity that he cannot go home because his eldest son is getting married. The border is not stable yet and he cannot leave. He is forced by the situation. He hopes that the Song, Su Jinrui and Hu families will forgive him.
Guarding the border is a national affair, and the Hu family has no reason to understand it.
The Northern Qi had previously agreed to sign a contract but had delayed fulfilling its promise. Su Nanting led his troops to give the Northern Qi a severe beating and almost attacked the capital. Only then did they become obedient and deliver the goods and fulfill the contract.
To deal with the Northern Qi people, you have to be ruthless.
The two battles had caused heavy losses to Northern Qi, and the emperor fell ill due to a heart attack. While he was ill, he was killed. After so many years as emperor, it was time for a replacement. Several princes were ready to make moves, fighting openly and secretly.
The civil unrest in Northern Qi had left the country in dire straits. The old emperor was in dire straits, and although he wouldn't die anytime soon, he wasn't living well either. The old emperor had always been proud, and the two defeats had not only severely damaged the court, but had also dealt a heavy blow to the old emperor.
The spirit was broken within a year.
With Northern Qi preoccupied with its own affairs, it was also a good time for the Jing Dynasty to recuperate and consolidate its border defenses to prevent Northern Qi's ambitions. Seeing the strength of the Jing Dynasty, the surrounding small countries and tribes flocked to it, becoming its vassal states and receiving its protection.
Today's Jing Dynasty is thriving.
Su Jinyao quietly told Song, "Don't worry about my second brother, mother. He's very happy now. Maybe he can bring you a daughter-in-law during the Chinese New Year."
Song was overjoyed, but then she became worried. "Is he going to fall in love with a girl from Northern Qi? That's not okay. I can't accept it."
This is the bottom line of the Anchang Marquisate.
"That's definitely not possible." Su Jinyao reassured Song, "Second brother knows what I'm doing, and I'm sure you'll like it if I bring it back."
As long as she is not from Northern Qi and her son likes her, she, as a mother, has no objection.
Seeing her youngest son about to run away, Mrs. Song grabbed his sleeve and said, "After your eldest brother gets married, I will also meet you two brothers. It's time to start a family."
Speaking of his marriage, Su Jinyao just wanted to escape, "Mom, I'm going to see Yi'er, Yi'er must miss me."
After running away, Song shook her head helplessly, "Sooner or later you'll meet a girl who can control you, just wait and see."
As her sons' marriages come one after another, the Song family is confident and can just wait to drink tea with their daughters-in-law and hold their grandchildren.
On the day of Su Jinrui and Hu Shanshan's wedding, the Anchang Marquis's residence was filled with joy, gongs and drums blaring, and the guests were packed. The Hu family was even more extravagant. The banquet at the door lasted for three days.
Su Jinrui held the hand of his beloved girl, stepped over the fire basin, passed the saddle, and stepped on the tiles, walked all the way on the red carpet to the hall, worshipped heaven and earth, and sent her to the bridal chamber. The lovers finally got married.
Li Yan followed Rong Yi to the Anchang Marquis Mansion. She had never thought about getting married before, but now that she had someone she loved, she also looked forward to being a bride with a phoenix crown and a red bridal robe.
Rong Yi looked over and she met his gaze. Both of them had deep affection in their eyes, looking forward to their good days.
The couple's wedding was still half a year away, and Rong Bowen began to prepare. If he didn't understand something, he would ask the old lady and Mrs. Song for advice. He must not let his future daughter-in-law down.
After Su Jinrui's wedding, Linlang returned to the Rong family. Both father and son were at home. She took out the house deed and the land deed and handed them to Rong Bowen, "Dad, big brother, this yard will be yours from now on. I've already prepared it."
It was so difficult to buy a courtyard in the capital. Officials in the capital who didn't have much wealth rented courtyards to live in. Don't underestimate this courtyard. It cost hundreds of taels of silver to build it initially, and later on, it cost a lot of money to repair it and buy supplies.
The father and son wanted to refuse, but Linlang said, "This is my gift to my eldest brother for his wedding, so I must accept it. Besides, my father and eldest brother love and protect me, and they value me more than anything else. Why don't they take care of this courtyard?"
"Loyalty is priceless, and we're family, so we shouldn't have different opinions." Linlang said with a smile, "I have the Champion Mansion, and so many shops, so I'm rich."
Rong Bowen accepted it and said, "Girl, you always think about us. Daddy will keep it for your eldest brother."
He understood his daughter's good intentions, and since they really didn't have a house now, he accepted the gift since it was given sincerely.
Rong Yi felt very guilty. He promised to protect his sister, but ended up making his sister worry about him.
Linlang said, "Brother, we brothers and sisters take care of each other. You are still a little short of help, so I will help you. When you become successful, you will be my strong backing."
What’s a yard? In her previous life, her father and elder brother gave their lives for her and Yier.
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