Chapter 236: A Self-Torture Strategy!
Concubine Yue struggled to sit up. "The poison I was poisoned with came from Miao Yao. It looks dangerous, but it's actually just a little unbearable. If the dosage is properly controlled, it won't be life-threatening."
"So, you two now have a legitimate reason to travel to the southwest: to find the antidote for me. You can use this as an excuse to conduct your investigation, but don't bring too many troops with you... This journey is still extremely dangerous."
At this moment, Cao Cheng was outside reporting that Emperor Wen had arrived. He Zhaojun and Wen Zi sat beside Concubine Yue's bed, listening to Emperor Wen speak.
"Last night, we received a secret report that Zhu Hao, the prefect of Qianwei County, a strategically located area on the southwestern border, was murdered. Deputy General Jin Jianxiong is now temporarily taking over military duties. He speculates that the local Julan tribe was responsible."
"A few days ago, I ordered the Qilan tribe to go to Nanyue to fight. They refused to obey, so they killed the governor and the envoy and rebelled. They have already massacred several nearby villages and towns, looting food and weapons, and are extremely cruel."
Concubine Yue took two breaths and took He Zhaojun's hand. "Zhaojun, this involves many tribes in the southwest... There are often poisonous miasma in the area, so you must be careful."
"Mother, don't worry. I will take good care of Zhaojun on the way, resolve the issues in Jianwei County, and will never let the Qilan tribe do evil again." Wen Ziduan bowed to the ground.
Emperor Wen nodded with satisfaction, and explained many matters together, and specially assigned several experienced medical officers and female doctors to accompany them. The pretext for their trip was to seek medicine for Concubine Yue, so the large number of medical officers did not attract attention.
The two men split up and each was busy with their own things, but they still had a tacit understanding. They sent someone to deliver a letter every day, explaining what they were busy with that day and what they needed help with. They were very close to each other whether they saw each other or not.
Wen Ziduan arranged all the affairs in the court. After this incident, Yuan Shen showed his potential and grew into a new generation of backbone force in the court. Ling Buyi, who was still seriously injured, stayed in the capital temporarily to command the military generals.
In addition to settling the He family sisters-in-law and the growing baby, He Zhaojun went to talk to Shao Shang in secret: "Shao Shang, I always feel that this matter is strange."
"You think so too? Even before news of the Xiongnu invasion in the northwest reached us, the prefect of Qianwei Commandery in the southwest suffered this unforeseen disaster. As a result, you were unable to request permission to join your father and brother in the battle, and instead fell into danger together."
Shao Shang was very sensitive to the scent of man-made disaster. She frowned and was very worried about He Zhaojun's safety.
He Zhaojun nodded. "Where is this Deputy General Jin Jianxiong from? The Qilan Tribe and the Baiyue were sworn enemies, and they always obeyed our government's orders. Why are they acting so differently this time? It's truly puzzling."
She took Shao Shang's hand and said, "Shao Shang, I will leave for the southwest today. The journey is long, and even with a small group it will take ten days to arrive. The capital is too far away, and I'm afraid I'll miss something."
"Don't worry, Sister Zhaojun. Zisheng and I will definitely return to protect the He family and ensure the safety of the sisters-in-law. If the investigation yields any results, we will inform you by flying eagle."
She suddenly blinked as if remembering something. "I will also keep a close eye on Jin Yuji and prevent her from causing any trouble. You and the Third Prince have a deep and lasting love. I, Cheng Si Niang, will protect He Zhaojun until my death!"
He Zhaojun was amused by her, and the dull and depressing atmosphere was swept away. She hesitated for a moment, then took out a small box from her bosom. Inside was some incense. "I haven't been able to give you a decent gift for your marriage to Zisheng. Take these incense sticks and light them before bed. General Huo won't have nightmares."
Shao Shang was overjoyed and quickly took the spice in his hand. He Zhaojun suppressed her laughter. After using this incense, she couldn't sleep, so she naturally wouldn't have nightmares.
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