The emperor personally granted the marriage, which immediately wiped out all the negative images of Zhao Lin eloping with Fu Liqing.
Those who are in high positions, or are about to be in high positions, must keep themselves clean and at least not be caught by others.
Zhao Lin's elopement with Fu Liqing may not be a big deal under normal circumstances, but once he competes with others for a position, it will become a stain on him.
But now, the emperor personally approved the marriage, and this stain was gone.
It has only been a year since Zhao Lin took office, and there is no other evidence to be used against him.
Zhao Chenhan clenched his fists tightly.
There was a glimmer of gloom in his eyes.
This bastard, this tyrant!
Zhao Chenhan took a deep breath, calmed his mind, and said, "It is an honor for our mansion that His Majesty personally arranged a marriage for my elder brother. I really envy my elder brother. I wish His Majesty could arrange a marriage for me as well."
"Hmph, a lowly creature like Fu Chengwang's daughter is unworthy of entering our mansion." Han Yuehua snorted coldly, "After you were ranked second in the imperial examination, many people wanted to marry us. His Majesty also wanted to arrange a marriage, but your father refused. Your marriage is of paramount importance. No one else is worthy of you."
Zhao Mingya asked, "Do you have anyone in mind, Dad or Mom?"
Han Yuehua said, "The youngest daughter of the Duke of Wei is the first choice, followed by the daughter of Zhang Bin, commander of the Imperial Guards, then the daughter of Li Chengqian, and finally the daughter of Consort Wang, Princess Ruiying."
Four choices!
The son of the Duke of Weiguo was the governor of the Nine Gates, responsible for the security of the entire imperial city.
Zhang Bin was the commander of the Yulin Guard, responsible for checking important locations such as city walls and palace gates.
Li Chengqian was the prime minister and the leader of the Jiang Party.
Concubine Wang was Emperor Cheng's favorite concubine. Although her family was not powerful, they controlled the entrance and exit of several key palace gates.
Zhao Jingzhou's decision to select these four candidates for Zhao Chenhan was already clear to everyone.
Once Emperor Cheng died and the Crown Prince wanted to succeed him, Prince Yu would immediately launch a mutiny.
At that time, any one of these four people can play a key role if they marry into the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion.
No one present was stupid and they all understood what I meant.
Zhao Mingyue was surprised and asked, "So fast?"
Han Yuehua said: "There is no need to hide it from you. Your Majesty has taken too many pills, and it will only take two or three years at most."
Everyone's expression changed slightly.
This means that the outcome will be decided within two to three years.
If they win, the Zhenbei Marquis family will rise to prominence, and becoming Duke or King will be a piece of cake.
If you lose, you will disappear into thin air and your family will be destroyed.
"You guys need to get ready."
Han Yuehua said to her children.
"Marquis Changning seems to be still hesitant. Mingyue must hurry and convince him."
"Mingxiao, your husband has passed away, and the Dingyuan General's Mansion is no longer useful. Mother will find a good marriage for you."
"Mingyu and Mingya's wedding is also on the agenda and should be finalized as soon as possible."
"As for Han'er, don't worry about your marriage. Dad and Mom will make the decision. You just need to show enough ability."
Han Yuehua explained in a few words what the people at home needed to do.
It’s very simple. The Marquis of Zhenbei uses these children to build relationships.
Zhao Mingyue and the others nodded in agreement.
Zhao Chenhan said, "Don't worry, mother. I will do a great job in suppressing the rebellion this time, and let everyone know that a tiger father will have a dog son in the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion."
"Okay! You go ahead. Mother is waiting for your triumphant return at home." Han Yuehua said.
Zhao Chenhan did not rush to the Yulin Guard to mobilize troops, but first invited some friends.
Bai Shicheng, Jiang Yichen, Han Renjie...
These are all young masters like Zhao Chenhan. Some are older than him, some are younger than him, some have passed the imperial examinations like him, and some have accomplished nothing and only know how to eat, drink and have fun.
These people came at Zhao Chenhan's invitation.
Although Zhao Chenhan was repeatedly humiliated in front of Zhao Lin, he was Zhao Jingzhou's son after all, and now he was a general. Everyone wanted to know why he invited everyone here.
Inside the hotel.
Zhao Chenhan came early and waited for these people.
"Prince Zhao has entered the Hanlin Academy and has been with His Majesty all day. He even has time to invite us for a small gathering. We are really flattered." Bai Shicheng said.
"Yes, Prince Zhao is a favorite of His Majesty. He is the general who will soon lead the troops to quell the rebellion and is someone we look up to. I thought it would be difficult to meet him in the future, but I didn't expect that Prince Zhao would take the initiative to ask us out. I am really grateful to him." Jiang Yichen said sarcastically.
Everyone laughed at the same time.
Originally, everyone was jealous of him because he would be ranked second in the imperial examination, become a Hanlin, enter the core of the empire, and sooner or later enter the cabinet like Bai Shiyuan.
As a result, not long after that, he was sent to Qingzhou by the emperor to serve as a sixth-rank official, and he also lost an ear.
It's so hilarious.
Although he has returned to the Hanlin Academy now, everyone knows that it is to give face to Zhao Jingzhou.
So you're so nervous about asking us to meet?
Han Renjie is Zhao Chenhan's cousin, but he is not very fond of this cousin. He sits there slowly drinking tea, waiting to watch his cousin's performance.
Zhao Chenhan remained calm and said, "Everyone, we are all acquaintances, so I won't waste any more words. This time, His Majesty has asked me to lead the troops to quell the rebellion. Is there anyone who wants to gain military merit? If so, come with me and we can all make merit together."
As soon as these words were spoken, the mocking expressions immediately disappeared, and even Han Renjie, who didn't care much, began to straighten his face.
Bai Shicheng asked, "Prince Zhao, what do you mean by this? Take us with you to quell the rebellion?"
Zhao Chenhan nodded and said, "Yes. Drinking and playing with women is boring, and everyone is tired of it. Why don't you come with me to win military merits, so that the elders at home can see that we are not playboys."
Everyone was immediately interested.
Mainly because what Zhao Chenhan said is right.
First, they spend all day drinking, playing with birds and women, and people are already tired of it.
Second, they are either not legitimate sons or lack the ability, and for various reasons, they cannot inherit the family title and property.
Now that Zhao Chenhan has given such a good opportunity, everyone is naturally interested.
"But suppressing the rebellion is very dangerous. Even General Ma is dead." Bai Shicheng hesitated.
Zhao Chenhan touched his bald face and said, "It is indeed dangerous. But wealth and honor are sought in danger. If it weren't dangerous, would such a thing happen to us?"
Everyone nodded slightly.
We are not fools.
If it were not dangerous, it would have been suppressed by local armies long ago, and there would be no turn for troops from the capital.
Han Renjie asked, "What are your plans?"
Zhao Chenhan knew that these people were tempted. He smiled slightly and said, "It's very simple. His Majesty has granted me 20,000 Left Winged Guards. You all will serve under me as small leaders and work together to achieve merit. If you feel it is dangerous, you can bring some guards with you to save your lives at the critical moment."
Everyone immediately started a heated discussion.
This is both exciting and attractive to them.
Once they succeed, they can also stand up straight in front of their elders at home.
Zhao Chenhan watched them discuss with a smile.
With these people helping us, we don't have to worry about the rebels being dissatisfied.
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