Chapter 296: Sadomasochism (Part 1)
The Xiao Dynasty collapsed and the Xin Dynasty was established.
For Gu Qingcheng, who was far away in Lingnan, it did not have much impact.
That’s not right! Many “talented people” were exiled to Lingnan.
This time it seems to be more comprehensive.
In addition to the former officials, nobles, and royal family members who were purged by the new emperor Chen Jing, there were also eunuchs, imperial physicians, etc.
Even the craftsmen who built the imperial mausoleum were there.
Ahem, as soon as the new king ascended the throne, he began to build the imperial mausoleum.
I don’t know if it was because they didn’t choose a good location or the craftsmen made a mistake, but the imperial tomb actually flooded.
Chen Jing felt that it was unlucky and probably wanted to establish his authority, so he exiled all the officials in the Ministry of Works and the craftsmen who were working on the construction to Lingnan.
Gu Qingcheng: ...Chen Jing, you are such a good person! She is building a city here and needs professional talents.
Those craftsmen were able to build the imperial mausoleum, so it shouldn’t be a problem for them to just build a city.
Gu Heng was not too grief-stricken by the fall of the previous dynasty! A big shot like him, who came from an aristocratic family, did have a sense of family, country and the world.
However, in this era, rituals and music have already collapsed.
The change of dynasties is just like playing house.
Every thirty to fifty years, a new emperor would be appointed.
Gu Heng lived a relatively long life, and the Xin Dynasty was the third dynasty he had lived through.
If he had to sacrifice his life for his country every time a dynasty collapsed, his life would not be enough.
Compared with the change of dynasties, he cares more about family inheritance.
As long as the Gu family is still there, they can save the world and the people.
Gu Heng didn't even sympathize with the Xiao royal family. He only felt sorry for the ordinary people in this turbulent time.
Of course, his daughter-in-law is from the Xiao family. On the surface, Gu Heng still has to sigh for the demise of the Xiao Dynasty.
But, that’s all!
Gu Qingcheng: ...
All right.
As someone who is also involved in government affairs, she also has a dirty heart.
There's not a lot of sentimentality either.
This is how government politics works. There is never any right or wrong, good or evil. There is only a struggle for power and a show of strength!
When the Xiao family became weak, its ministers naturally plotted rebellion.
When Chen Jing or his descendants become weak, new traitors will appear.
Of course, this new dynasty was destined to be the last.
because--
Gu Qingcheng stood on the top of the mountain, staring blankly at the north.
…
Northern Dynasties!
Relying on the cooperation with Yuwensong and the subsequent contribution of horseshoes, the Gu family completely established a foothold in the Northern Dynasty.
They are no longer a family of impoverished fugitives, but a family of ability and merit.
Because of this, Gu Yi was appointed as the Secretary of the Central Secretariat by the Emperor of the Northern Dynasty, a position with relatively real power and a bright future.
Gu Yi's younger brothers also got official positions of varying ranks.
There are real jobs and there are also virtual jobs!
Regardless of whether it is true or not, the Gu family has firmly established itself in the Northern Dynasty.
The second and third generations of the Gu family also began to interact with the aristocratic families, nobles, and royal families of the Northern Dynasties.
Of course, the Yu Wensong family has the best relationship with the Gu family.
"Brother Ah Heng, I heard that you are going to follow the general back to the Six Towns?"
Gu Youyi used her memories from her previous life to successfully establish a closer relationship with Yuwen Heng.
The two of them are like childhood sweethearts with similar interests.
Yuwen Heng was a member of the royal family, and his father was a general.
As for Gu Youyi, although her father Gu Ji was not the eldest son of the Gu family, he was also a legitimate son.
Gu Youyi is the legitimate daughter of Gu Ji and also a noble lady from a prominent family.
She is also a good match for Yuwen Heng.
In addition, Gu Youyi has the memories of another life, and she replicates Gu Qingcheng of her previous life in every way, which makes her seem particularly intelligent and visionary.
Therefore, Yuwen Heng did not underestimate Gu Youyi just because she was young.
There was never a shortage of evildoers in ancient times.
Young geniuses are even more common.
The little girl from the Gu family is quite intelligent.
Not only Yuwen Heng, but also Yuwen Song felt that Gu Youyi was rare.
The two families are of equal status, and the two children are barely close in age, a difference of four or five years is really nothing.
Yuwensong then came up with the idea of marrying into the Gu family.
Of course, Gu Youyi is too young and there are too many uncertainties in the future.
Yu Wensong did not bring it up, he just secretly encouraged his son to interact more with the little girl from the Gu family.
If you encounter any problems, you can also listen to Gu Youyi's opinion.
Thinking of his father's previous instructions, Yuwen Heng nodded, "Well, father is the general stationed in the six towns after all, it's not good for him to stay in the capital all the time."
The Six Garrisons were important border areas of the Northern Dynasties, and were always garrisoned by pillar generals.
Since Yuwensong was a close relative of the royal family and a military general with outstanding military achievements, the Northern Dynasty emperor gave him the two places of Rouxuan and Huaihuang.
"Brother Heng, does the general intend to let you brothers lead the troops and gain experience?"
Gu Youyi tried hard to recall. She remembered that at this time in her previous life, Yuwen Song returned to the Six Garrisons with his son and troops.
In addition to Yuwen Heng, his legitimate son, Yuwen Song also had a concubine's eldest son.
Yuwensong valued both of his sons very much.
For military generals like them, the title of general is not a title but an official position.
It doesn't matter whether he is a legitimate son or an illegitimate son.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
What matters is who can lead the troops to fight.
If you can't fight a war, even if you are the eldest son, you can't become a general.
As his two sons grew up, Yuwensong began to consciously train them.
He wanted to see who was more suitable to lead the Yuwen family's troops.
Therefore, after returning to the Six Garrisons, Yuwen Song gave each of his two sons 500 soldiers.
See who can successfully expand the army and then gain military merit.
In Rouxuan and Huairou, there are also two sons to choose from.
In his previous life, Gu Qingcheng advised Yuwen Heng to choose Rouxuan.
Two years later, the Rouran invaded and they went straight to Rouxuan.
Yuwen Heng, who was in charge of Rouxuan, attacked decisively, defeated the Rouran and achieved considerable military exploits.
At the age of thirteen, Yuwen Heng became a famous young general.
It laid a solid foundation for his future rise.
Yuwen Heng didn’t know that Gu Youyi had “prophetic powers”. He just thought that she was too smart and had discovered the truth from some details.
He nodded, "That's right! Father has such a plan!"
"Between Rouxuan and Huaihuang, I suggest that Brother Heng choose Rouxuan!"
Gu Youyi imitated Gu Qingcheng's appearance and spoke in a strategic manner.
"Rou Xuan?"
Yuwen Heng thought about it carefully and nodded slowly, "Rou Xuan is not bad either!"
Since his father told him to listen more to the little girl from the Gu family, he would follow his advice.
"Okay! I'll go to Rouxuan!"
Yuwen Heng made up his mind.
After saying this, he felt a little reluctant, "I'm afraid I won't be able to meet Sister Li Nu again in the future!"
Li Nu is Gu Youyi's nickname, which is another name for cat in ancient times.
A cheap name is easy to maintain.
This is the same reason why poor farmers name their children Gousheng or Yezhu.
"Brother Ah Heng, I can't bear to leave you either! But don't worry, I will write to you!"
"Yes! Okay! We have a deal! I will write to you when I get to Rouxuan!"
Yuwen Heng will continue to keep in touch with Gu Youyi, not only because of "missing" her, but more because he hopes to get guidance from the talented girl!
Come to think of it, although Gu Youyi has a delicate appearance, she is just a child of five or six years old.
As for Yuwen Heng, he is already eleven years old. Even if he is just beginning to fall in love, it is impossible for him to have any romantic thoughts about a little girl.
He values Gu Youyi more because of her wisdom and intelligence! ...
Three years passed in a flash.
Gu Qingcheng's Wu Castle by the sea was completely built.
At the age of nine, she also has the youthfulness and vitality of a young girl.
As for her appearance, she is still pretty.
However, her eyebrows and eyes became more and more mature.
With the previous "transformation", everyone in the Gu family, starting from Gu Heng, felt that Gu Qingcheng would become more and more beautiful.
Girls change a lot when they grow up!
Huoshui: ...Nonsense! It's all the system's fault! "Your Majesty, it's been three years! The system has probably frozen into ice, not to mention cooling down."
"Let's do the task. You can become even more beautiful!"
Gu Qingcheng: ...Of course she has not forgotten her long-cherished wish.
However, if you continue to complete the task and become more beautiful in a short period of time, people around you will become suspicious even if they can imagine it.
Gu Qingcheng must slow down and allow herself to transform slowly.
Fortunately, she is young, and it is normal for her to change as she grows up.
However, three years is indeed not a short time.
Moreover, the base camp in reality has also taken shape, so Gu Qingcheng can re-enter the world of novels to have a good "experience" it.
"Okay! Let's do a mission then."
Gu Qingcheng said this in a condescending tone.
PS: Haha, I really prefer writing about small worlds!
(End of this chapter)
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