From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

Chapter 840

Life on the ship is boring.

Life on the ship is exciting.

Boring because there are only so many people in such a small area.

Exciting because Zhou Yuan is not without things to do. In addition to thinking about the recovery plan of Dongfan Island, he also talked with Nie Zairong about the situation along the coast and the development of the navy.

At the same time, he flirted with Zhuang Sizhu every day, was affectionate with the Virgin Sister, and played with Xiaoying. Life was simply too good.

However, happiness is always short-lived. On July 27, the battleship slowly arrived at Fuzhou Prefecture.

Officials of all sizes in Fujian came to the dock, and there were countless people who heard about the victory of the war. Before getting off the ship, Zhou Yuan heard the noise outside.

He came to the deck and saw that the dock was full of people, with lights and decorations, red silk fluttering, and a large number of firecrackers were lit, which was extremely lively.

The people who had been oppressed for too long had already heard the news that the Portuguese fleet and the island pirates were annihilated, and fell into uncontrollable joy.

Today, Zhou Yuan's reputation has reached a new level. He can fight against northern barbarians and eastern barbarians, as well as foreigners. He has become the patron saint in the hearts of the people of Dajin.

Because of this, Zhou Yuan no longer needs to sit in that position.

He has the support of the people, the army, and supreme prestige. The eldest sister can no longer do anything.

Zhou Yuan really can't say that he is eager for that set of clothes. He just wants to do something more and doesn't want to fall into the whirlpool of politics and waste his time and energy.

"We must publicize the battle in the Hezhou Sea area and let everyone know the detailed situation and results of the battle."

Zhou Yuan strode forward, and Zou Xueqing and other officials followed closely.

He said in a deep voice: "In recent years, the people along the coast have been bullied too badly. They are psychologically afraid of foreigners and even think that they are superior. We must use this victory to erase their thoughts."

"Let them be proud of Dajin, proud of their nation and history."

"Further awaken their blood and let them join this great trend of conquering the ocean."

Speaking of this, Zhou Yuan looked at Zou Xueqing and said: "It's time to open the sea. Merchants need ships, and Dajin needs ships."

"The shipping industry will prosper rapidly. Rapid prosperity will inevitably lead to many chaotic rules. You have to do a good job in this regard."

Zou Xueqing hurriedly said: "I understand, I must focus on this and dare not slack off."

Zhou Yuan nodded, looked at Zou Xueqing, and said: "No, I'm going home, what are you following me for?"

Zou Xueqing laughed dryly: "That... Prince, Ming County, Zhangzhou Prefecture was looted and massacred by the Dutch, more than 4,000 people were killed and injured, and countless property was lost..."

Zhou Yuan was silent.

He said slowly: "Ming County? Tell me the details."

Zou Xueqing sighed: "The four Dutch battleships have arrived. They first bombarded the docks of Zhangzhou Prefecture, and then went directly to Ming County, burning, killing, looting and committing all kinds of evil."

"The county magistrate ran away with his family. Fortunately, the county magistrate had some backbone and organized the people to retreat. He organized the constables, jailers and other officers and soldiers to fight back. There were also a large number of people from the underworld and the passionate men among the people."

"At the cost of all their sacrifices, they bought time for the people to escape. The Dutch were busy moving supplies and did not pursue them further, so this result occurred."

"Otherwise, I'm afraid I dare not estimate the number of casualties."

Zhou Yuan raised his head and frowned: "Zhangzhou Ming County... The county magistrate is Liu Liang, right?"

"Yes..."

Zou Xueqing said: "He died."

Zhou Yuan was silent again.

He said slowly: "The county will erect a monument for him, and His Majesty will reward him. This is what he deserves."

"As for the Dutch... I will deal with it."

Looking at Zhou Yuan's departing back, Zou Xueqing let out a long breath, and couldn't help but sigh with emotion.

"I will deal with it" is too crazy, but... the prince's words really make people feel at ease.

Go home happily!

This is the only thought in Zhou Yuan's mind!

The carriage rushed forward and soon returned to the manor, but it was empty.

The maid said that Ningyue and Qu Ling and the others went to Fuzhou Wharf.

Obviously they went to pick me up, but they missed me.

Zhou Yuan said: "Who else is in the manor now?"

The maid thought for a while and said: "Miss Dai Si."

What! She is alone!

Zhou Yuan suddenly looked at the backyard. At this moment, Kolodiya should still be in Xiangzhou. Hehe, it will take at least three or five days for her to come back.

But Ningyue and the others should be back soon. Damn it, what I miss most is my baby Ningyue, okay? I am not interested in a little girl like Dai Si.

"What are you thinking about?"

Li Yu'an's voice sounded in my ears, with a faint smile.

Zhou Yuan coughed twice and said, "No,, Nothing, I just want to see Ningyue..."

As soon as the voice fell, there was a shout outside.

"Zhou Yuan! Zhou Yuan!"

After the marriage, the only person who still called Zhou Yuan by his name was Qu Ling, the unruly woman.

Sure enough, a tall figure walked in quickly, wearing a light long skirt, giving people a refreshing feeling.

She had fair skin, a smile on her face, her eyes seemed to be glowing, and the whole person was bright and sunny, which made people's eyes bright.

"My God, it's harder to see you than to see the emperor."

Qu Ling threw herself into Zhou Yuan's arms. Before Zhou Yuan could speak, she held his face and smacked him, smiling: "For you, this girl came from Shenjing to Xiangzhou, and from Xiangzhou to Fuzhou Prefecture, and waited for you here for more than ten days."

"You are so proud! No..."

She raised her eyebrows and suddenly said: "No, why do you have a smell on your face, a woman's smell. "

Zhou Yuan couldn't help but put his arms around her slender waist and said with a smile: "Little Ying girl teased me and left it here."

Qu Ling wrinkled her nose and said: "It's still not right. These are clearly three different smells from three different women."

You are born in the Year of the Horse and the Year of the Dog. Your nose is so sharp!

Zhou Yuan glanced at her unhappily and said: "Are you going to judge me just after meeting? Don't spoil the fun!"

"That's true."

Qu Ling pinched Zhou Yuan's face and chuckled: "Stinky man, I've been missing you for a long time. Take me on board tonight and try."

Zhou Yuan lowered his voice and said: "Let's talk about it later. "

Then he raised his head, opened his arms, and said loudly: "Ningyue baby, come and let big brother hug you, I have been wanting to..."

Before he finished speaking, Zhou Yuan was stunned.

Standing in front of him was a petite woman, wearing a very loose gray-white long skirt, hiding her body in it, standing there coquettishly, her face slightly flushed.

Seeing Zhou Yuan in a daze, she whispered: "Mr. Zhou...long time no see."

More than a long time no see, it was clearly more than three years.

The last time Zhou Yuan saw Ruan Zhi was during the Yunzhou Poetry Festival picnic that year.

Now, as if the world has changed, she is still the eldest daughter of the Xunnan Palace, and Zhou Yuan has become the white jade pillar of the Great Jin Dynasty from a small son-in-law.

Time, it's gone so fast.

"It's sister Ruan Zhi!"

Zhou Yuan smiled and asked casually: "How have you been recently? "

Luo Ruanzhi shook her head slightly: "Not so good, life is a bit boring."

"Mr. Zhou, you didn't reply to my letter. You didn't mention me to Ms. Avina in Xiangzhou that year."

"At that time, you wanted me to stay in Haojing, so as to continue to control my father, right?"

Hey hey hey... Why bring up the old things again.

Even though Zhou Yuan was thick-skinned, he was a little embarrassed.

And Luo Ruanzhi seemed even more resentful, whispering: "Mr. Zhou, don't you care at all whether Ruanzhi is happy over there?"

"Mr. Zhou has accomplished his great cause and is in a high position. Do you feel guilty about Ruanzhi?"

Ah, Zhou Yuan felt ashamed for the first time.