Chapter 1972: Rewarding according to merit
After a long while, Tang Bao seemed to remember something and looked up and asked, "Did you send someone to take Bai Shuqing to Northern Qi?"
Xuanyuan Jin nodded.
"She is now the Empress Dowager of Northern Qi, and her son has inherited the throne of Northern Qi."
Tang Bao: “…”
It turned out that this was what Bai Shuqing said in the letter, that she would definitely defeat herself this time.
Tang Bao really doesn't know what to say about this.
Everyone has different wishes, and she couldn't comment.
"Then King Xiao..."
"He has died of illness." Xuanyuan Jin said in a cold voice.
Tang Bao: “…”
It was a bit unexpected, but also felt to be expected.
"Because the King of Northern Qi was young, the Empress Dowager ruled the country from behind the scenes, exercising imperial power on his behalf." Xuanyuan Jin continued, "From then on, Northern Qi would pay tribute to Dayan every year and submit to its sovereignty."
Tang Bao had anticipated this a long time ago.
Although Dayan destroyed Northern Qi, Northern Qi had a vast territory with a sparse population and was difficult to manage.
It would be very difficult for Dayan to directly turn Northern Qi into its own territory for governance in a short period of time.
In this case, it would be better to let Northern Qi become a vassal state of Dayan, support a puppet emperor with Dayan blood to take the throne, slowly infiltrate Northern Qi's political, economic and cultural heritage, and gradually incorporate Northern Qi into Dayan.
Xuanyuan Jin paused after he finished speaking.
He added, "General Wang Changsheng, the Protector of the Nation, voluntarily stayed in Northern Qi to help the Queen Mother of Northern Qi control the court officials and suppress the voices of opposition."
Tang Bao: “…”
"Brother Changsheng?" Tang Bao was surprised.
Xuanyuan Jin nodded.
Tang Bao: “…”
Tang Bao really didn't expect that Changsheng would stay in Northern Qi and become a general protecting the country.
"I left him 5,000 soldiers and horses, and he promised that during his lifetime, he would make Northern Qi and Dayan inseparable and completely incorporate them into Dayan's territory." Xuanyuan Jin said again.
"Then my sixth brother..."
"You guessed it, didn't you?" Xuanyuan Jin asked back.
Tang Bao's eyes suddenly lit up with surprise.
Although I had guessed it a long time ago, I felt completely relieved only after hearing Xuanyuan Jin confirm it in person.
**
Three days later, the army returned.
Emperor Zhengde led all civil and military officials to the city gate to welcome him in person.
The entire Su family went out to welcome the triumphant army with great joy.
At the same time, almost everyone in the capital city went out.
The roadsides were lined with people, and the city gate was even more crowded.
The patrol department and all the government offices in the capital were mobilized to maintain order.
"Look! That's His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"
"Your Highness the Crown Prince is so majestic!"
"Isn't that the Black-Faced General behind His Royal Highness the Crown Prince?"
"Yes, yes! That must be the Black-faced General!"
"That's right, didn't you see he was wearing a black mask..."
"Long live His Royal Highness the Crown Prince..."
"Black-faced General... Black-faced General..."
There were constant discussions and shouts, people were shoulder to shoulder, and were very excited.
The Su family, the Xia family, and the women of Prince Cheng'en's Palace booked a private room on the second floor of a teahouse at the city gate.
"Is that my sixth brother's wife?" Mrs. Su pointed at a female general riding a horse and exclaimed in surprise.
Everyone looked in the direction that Third Sister Su pointed, and sure enough, they saw Sixth Sister Su, Princess Yunshuang.
Princess Yunshuang has become darker and thinner, but she looks more energetic and imposing.
The determination between his brows reminds people of a saying: Women are as good as men!
"That's Da Pan!"
"That's Erpan!"
"That's Siwa!"
With the shouts of surprise, everyone in the private room felt their hearts drop.
Although I know that several people who went to the battlefield are safe and sound, who can be at ease without seeing it with their own eyes?
In the Golden Palace, Emperor Zhengde was in high spirits and rewarded people according to their merits.
As the commander-in-chief, Xuanyuan Jin was the first to come forward to listen to the praise.
Emperor Zhengde looked at his handsome and heroic son below, his face full of pride.
"Your Highness has made great contributions on this trip. What reward do you want?" Emperor Zhengde asked with a big laugh.
After he finished speaking, before Xuanyuan Jin could speak, he sighed in a pretentious manner and said, "I'm old, and lately I've been feeling powerless, especially when it comes to handling state affairs. I always feel a bit tired..."
Emperor Zhengde tried hard to hint.
It would be best if the son directly asked for the throne.
"Your Majesty is in the prime of his life. He must have been overworked recently, and his spirit must have been damaged. He will be well after a few days of rest." Xuanyuan Jin said, "Now that your son is back, I will surely serve you well by your bedside."
Emperor Zhengde: “…”
He should be relieved that the brat actually said such filial and pleasant words.
but--
He wants to give up the throne!
"I am very pleased that the Crown Prince is so filial." Emperor Zhengde said with emotion, "Of course, I have to accept my old age. In my opinion, it would be better for me to pass on the throne..."
"Your Majesty, I have done all that is within my duty, and I dare not ask for any reward." Xuanyuan Jin did not wait for Emperor Zhengde to finish his words and spoke up, "I only wish to ask Your Majesty to grant me and Princess Fude a marriage."
As soon as Xuanyuan Jin finished speaking, several voices sounded in the hall at the same time.
"Did my sister agree?"
"Did my aunt agree?"
The above sentence was shouted out from the mouth of the Iron-faced General.
The following sentence was shouted out from the mouths of Da Pan, Er Pan and Si Wa.
"I agree." Xuanyuan Jin said without turning his head.
Emperor Zhengde: “…Hahahaha…”
Laugh out loud.
"Good boy, you didn't let your father down!" Emperor Zhengde shouted.
As for what the succession was about, I have forgotten it for now.
Emperor Zhengde had forgotten, but the court officials in the hall had not.
What the emperor said just now clearly means that he wants to pass the throne directly to the prince!
The ministers in the court exchanged glances.
He was so shocked by the emperor's intention to pass on the throne that he did not pay attention to what the black-faced general said.
The court officials didn't notice it, but Su Liusao did.
I don’t know why, but I suddenly felt a little uneasy.
younger sister?
Did she hear it wrong?
Why did the black-faced general call his sister-in-law "sister"?
Emperor Zhengde was so happy that he almost danced with joy and couldn't help but clapped his hands and laughed.
The daughter-in-law that he had chosen was finally going to be brought back to the palace, and he no longer had to worry about her being snatched away by outsiders!
"Come! Pass on my decree. Princess Fude is beautiful and intelligent, possessing both virtue and talent, gentle and modest, kind and elegant... and is appointed as the Crown Prince's principal wife. A date will be chosen for the wedding!"
As soon as Emperor Zhengde finished speaking, Xuanyuan Jin bowed solemnly.
"Thank you, Father!"
“Hahaha… okay, okay…”
Emperor Zhengde smiled, revealing his big white teeth. His long-cherished wish was finally fulfilled!
No matter what the court officials thought in their hearts, they all had sincere smiles on their faces.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
"Congratulations, His Royal Highness!"
…
News from the previous dynasty spread to the harem like the wind.
The Empress Dowager was smiling happily, the Empress was full of joy, and the Imperial Concubine and others were extremely excited.
"Come here! Light up the lights and celebrate the wedding of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Princess Ford!"
At the command of the Imperial Concubine who assisted in the management of the six palaces, all the palace maids and eunuchs in the harem took action.
For a moment, it felt like Chinese New Year.
Well, actually it’s more lively and festive than the Chinese New Year.
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