Chapter 322: Long-lost Visitor

Chapter 322: Long-lost Visitor

For a moment, one could hear a pin drop in the entire imperial study.

Zhao Jingcheng and Zhao Jingyu were quieter than each other.

Zhao Jingcheng turned his head to look at Zhao Jingyu. There was no expression on the man's face. He still maintained the posture of reading with one hand holding the book, as if he had not heard about this at all.

Zhao Jingcheng fell even more silent.

The solution Xie Huaiguang proposed is indeed a good one.

After all, everyone knew that Zhao Jingyu was his biological brother, and the two brothers had a very good relationship. It was a good choice for the Huns princess to marry him as his concubine or to marry Prince Rui as his princess.

However, the problem is that everyone knows that Prince Rui likes Su Jin. His younger brother has not had a woman until now, so he can be said to be unfaithful. Now asking him to accept the Xiongnu princess makes Zhao Jingyu feel a little wronged.

Zhao Jingcheng was in a dilemma for a moment. Zhao Jingyu finally looked up and looked at Xie Huaiguang.

Xie Huaiguang avoided his gaze, lowered his eyes and nodded: "Your Highness, the Xiongnu princess cannot enter the harem, it will disrupt the royal bloodline. Now that the emperor has many children, Your Highness does not need to inherit the throne, so naturally there is no need to worry about this."

To put it bluntly, this is the best solution. It's up to you whether you want to do it or not.

Zhao Jingyu slowly put down the book.

Zhao Jingcheng hurriedly said, "No, this would be unfair to you. Huaiguang, let's think of another way to deal with this matter."

"Your Majesty, the Xiongnu are seeking peace and sending their princess to marry. This is a good thing and can at least guarantee peace for a hundred years. As long as the Xiongnu are not involved in the succession to the throne, it won't be a big problem."

Zhao Jingcheng shut up completely.

What Xie Huaiguang said was not wrong. Since ancient times, the Central Plains had always been invaded by the Huns. Now, if we can have a hundred years of peace, it would be a good thing.

Xie Huaiguang continued, "The people sent out by Prince Rui have brought back a lot of food. These have been planted and are growing well now. We will have a good harvest in the fall. Coupled with the increased wheat production, not only will the food problem be completely solved, but we will also have plenty. If we can use food to balance the Xiongnu, then sending the princess for marriage will be the best opportunity."

Use food to balance the Huns?

Zhao Jingcheng and Zhao Jingyu were both very interested and looked over. Xie Huaiguang then expressed his ideas, and Zhao Jingcheng exclaimed: Great!

"But, aren't you afraid that the Huns will take the food and grow it themselves?" Zhao Jingyu asked doubtfully.

"It's simple. Just sell them roasted wheat and there won't be such a problem."

Fried?

Zhao Jingyu continued to ask: "Can fried flour still be used to make steamed cakes?"

Prince Rui, who was born a prince, knew nothing about these details, but Xie Huaiguang didn't know either, but he knew one thing.

"Your Highness, the nomadic Xiongnu people mostly eat milk and meat. Of course, they also like tea from the Central Plains. When wheat flour is fried, it becomes burnt noodles in the mouths of us Central Plains people. It can be used to mix with milk, and then add tea leaves and salt for seasoning, and it can also become a delicious dish. When the time comes, we can use the fried flour to exchange for war horses from the Xiongnu. Why should we worry about the strength of our army and horses in the Great Zhou..."

After the explanation, Zhao Jingcheng and Zhao Jingyu finally understood.

It seems that this Xiongnu princess is a breakthrough. Asking her to promote exchanges between the two sides involves the interests of the Xiongnu, so the princess is bound to agree.

So the question returns to the starting point, that is, should Zhao Jingyu really marry the Xiongnu princess?

The two turned their heads and looked at Zhao Jingyu.

Prince Rui thought for a moment and stood up: "Brother, I want to go back and think about it."

Hearing this, Zhao Jingcheng didn't say anything, just nodded in agreement. However, it was hard for his younger brother, who had to marry a woman from a foreign race.

Looking at Zhao Jingyu's back as he left, Zhao Jingcheng couldn't help but sigh: "I feel so ashamed of this brother."

"Your Majesty, this is the best solution. Someone has to sacrifice himself for the country. However, this idea was proposed by me. I hope that Prince Rui and Your Majesty will not blame me in the future."

What Xie Huaiguang said made sense, and Zhao Jingcheng also understood that there was nothing that could be done about it. He stared at Xie Huaiguang for a long time, and the more he looked, the more he liked him.

"But, when do you plan to return to your roots?"

Xie Huaiguang lowered his eyelids: "Soon."

The truth about my mother's matter has not yet been revealed. The other side is too cautious, so we can't find any clues.

On the other side, Zhao Jingyu finally walked out of the palace.

The midsummer sky is so light and far away.

Zhuifeng drove the carriage over and lifted the curtain, letting in the cool air inside. If you look closely, you can see ice inside. A snow-white cat was lying next to the ice, sleeping soundly, unaffected by the scorching heat outside.

"Master, you treat the cat better than you treat yourself."

Zhao Jingyu smiled and got into the carriage. He did not disturb the cat's sleep, but just sat down gently and touched the cat's soft long fur.

Dingdang swung his tail and fell asleep again with a snoring, obviously very comfortable.

"Going home?"

Zhao Jingyu thought for a while, and finally said: "Go to Su Jin, my king, I want to see her."

Zhuifeng was a little surprised.

Haven't we endured not seeing each other for a long time? The streets and alleys are no longer discussing the fact that Prince Rui failed to pursue Su Jin. The topic has passed, so why do you want to go look for her again?

Zhuifeng was puzzled, and in the end he swallowed the advice that was about to come out of his mouth.

As soon as he came out of the palace, he felt that Prince Rui didn't look very well. Now that he was asked to go, he might as well go.

Zhuifeng didn't ask any more questions, but turned the car around and headed towards Su Mansion.

The Su Mansion was bustling at this time.

The fruits and vegetables grown on the farm are ripe, and Tian Laosan is moving things into the mansion.

A large cart was loaded with huge watermelons, small melons, bright red peaches, and early-ripening pears. A few chickens and ducks were also delivered, as well as pheasants and rabbits that were shot...

In short, the yard was filled with things. The maids and old women looked at them with joy. Yuchuan and Jinchuan pointed and took notes, and the people brought by Tian Laosan started to move things in.

Su Jin sat in the room, and her mother Su accompanied her to eat yogurt. It was icy cold and best eaten at this time.

The maid outside said, "Miss, Prince Rui is here."

The noisy room suddenly became quiet. Everyone looked at each other. Jin Chuan said directly, "Hurry up and move in. Aunt Zhou, come over and continue."

After making the arrangements, she looked at Yuchuan. Yuchuan stayed to continue keeping accounts, while Jinchuan walked to Su Jin.

"girl……"

Su Jin wiped his mouth, put down the cheese and said, "He is the prince, I have to meet him eventually."

Hearing this, Jin Chuan helped Su Jin stand up and walked out.

In the reception room, Zhao Jingyu was already waiting inside.

It was a familiar place, but it had been a long time since he left. For some reason, he felt a little melancholy.

While he was deep in thought, he heard a noise behind him. Zhao Jingyu turned around and saw Su Jin walking in slowly.