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

Chapter 523

The peace of the backyard determines the peace of the home. Zhou Yuan really has no experience in this regard. Fortunately, Jianjia thought carefully and woke Zhou Yuan up at the critical moment.

It’s not that Zhou Yuan doesn’t like Ziyuan. On the contrary, he likes this girl very much. It’s just that in his heart, Ziyuan has always been a cute child.

But thinking back, it’s been more than two years since she came to this world. The sixteen-year-old girl is now an eighteen-year-old girl.

Let’s make arrangements for her in the next few days.

Tomorrow’s morning court, I have to rest for a night.

Zhou Yuan slept with Jianjia that night. He got up at four o’clock and packed up to go out.

He didn’t have to go to the morning court every time, but this time he had to go.

Because the guards of Shanhaiguan had been replaced and all returned to Shenjing, this was a day to reward merit.

"Sir, there are news coming from the three sides, some from us and some from the court."

Guan Lu has always been very busy, but his work is also very effective. At present, the intelligence system under his command has gradually spread across the country based on the original foundation of the Wusheng Sect and has become truly mature.

Zhou Yuan said while eating, "Is there any news from Zhang Fei?"

"Yes."

Guan Lu said in a low voice, "Zhang Fei wrote to say that the entire northern martial arts world has been infiltrated by him, and all the major sects have joined the alliance. There are means of bribery and means of helping to solve practical difficulties."

"In addition, Chu Feifan has made great contributions. In the middle of the first month, he rushed to the north to assist Zhang Fei and dealt with many tough bones."

Speaking of this, he couldn't help laughing: "Martial arts, sometimes dealing with martial arts methods can have miraculous effects."

"For example, the Iron Sword Sect, they don't accept soft or hard tactics, and don't want money and food. Zhang Fei just can't do anything to them."

"In the end, Chu Feifan went there and challenged the entire sect on his own, and they were defeated. Now they have become the most loyal."

Zhou Yuan smiled and said, "He did his best for that county, but what about other things?"

Guan Lu said, "The northern Mongolian tribes finally gathered, Sabdan proclaimed himself Khan, led an army of 40,000, and rushed straight to Hetao . "

"His intention this time is very clear, that is, to plunder the three borders and get some supplies."

Zhou Yuan was silent for a moment, then said: "It seems that this matter will be discussed in the morning court today. It's better not to let me go. It's only been four or five days since the wedding, and I have to go on a long journey. That's too busy."

Guan Lu chuckled and said: "Don't worry, sir, I shouldn't send you this time. There are many rumors outside. They all say that you are a young and powerful official, and you are too favored. It is not conducive to the checks and balances of the court, and I am afraid that you will have evil intentions."

Zhou Yuan raised his head and asked in confusion: "Is it Xun? "You pushed?"

"Yes."

Guan Lu said: "The nobles of the court rely on titles and military power. Your Excellency's sudden rise has put them under great pressure, so they want to take credit this time."

Zhou Yuan spread his hands and said: "It's just that I don't have to worry about it. It's meaningless even if I go this time. It's just 40,000 troops. If they win, they win by outnumbering. If they lose, it will be a big trouble."

"Besides, he has just been conferred the title of Duke, and it is impossible to continue to be promoted."

Arriving at the gate of the palace, Zhou Yuan got off the carriage. At this moment, the sun was rising.

Xiong Kuohai ran over shivering, rubbing his hands and saying, "It's a late spring cold, it's a late spring cold, it's really cold this morning."

Zhou Yuan asked in confusion, "No, you are the commander of the Jinyiwei, why are you going to court!"

Xiong Kuohai said, "Do you think I want to? Isn't this a message from the palace?"

Speaking of this, he leaned over and whispered, "It is likely that the Jinyiwei will cooperate with the three sides to resist Mongolia. You should know about this, right?"

Zhou Yuan shook his head.

Xiong Kuohai glared and said, "Don't you know that something is going to happen in Hetao? Forty thousand elite cavalry cannot be underestimated. I am worried that the three borders can't hold on."

Zhou Yuan smiled and said, "Anyway, I won't go. I just want to sleep at home. My wife and children are warm and comfortable. How can it be compared with the bitter cold at the border?"

Xiong Kuohai nodded immediately and said, "Yes, but brother, the methods you taught me before are useless. To be honest, I haven't been able to convince my wife yet. Why is it so difficult to take a concubine!"

"Can you blame me?"

Zhou Yuan whispered, "If it weren't for your mother If I had said I wanted to take the dry road at the beginning and angered Sister Xiong, things wouldn't have been so difficult."

Xiong Kuohai said: "You are to blame. The one in my family always talks about you. If I ask for something, she will say I am not as good as you. Alas..."

"I also want to find an opportunity to make a contribution and ask for a decree from her, even if it is a third-rank official. Everything will be fine."

Zhou Yuan patted him on the shoulder and said: "You must seize the opportunity in this crisis of Hetao."

The two entered the Golden Palace and their faces became serious.As expected, the first thing was to reward the guards of Shanhaiguan, or more precisely, the heroes of the entire war.

Di Xianyong died a heroic death for his country and was posthumously awarded the title of first-class marquis, and his eldest son inherited the title of first-class earl.

Wu Dingzhong and Pang Lixing made contributions to defending the country and were promoted to first-class marquis.

Li He, Liu Fang, and Xiang Yong were second-class earls, and Shi Yi and Wang Xiong were third-class earls.

Gao Biao escorted the Portuguese cannon and accurately killed Nurhaci. He was directly transferred from the Jinyiwei Baihu to the commander of the Beicheng Bingma Si.

Seeing him kneeling excitedly in the Golden Palace, Zhou Yuan sighed. In less than two years, this small flag officer who came from Lin'an Prefecture to flatter finally got an important position in the army.

He deserved all this.

To be honest, Gao Biao's role in this war was too important. If it weren't for his low starting point, he would have been awarded this time.

The rewards were given to those who deserved them, and the punishments were given to those who deserved them. This was also a complete end to the war against the Eastern Tartars.

"Your Majesty!"

Yang Guozhong stood up and said in a deep voice: "The leader of the Mongolian tribe, Sabdan, united with other tribes to form an alliance and called himself Khan. He personally led an army of 40,000 southwards and attacked the Hetao area of ​​our Great Jin Dynasty. He was coming with great momentum."

"After the cabinet discussed, please order Your Majesty to send good generals to cooperate with the three borders to fight against the barbarians."

Many court officials talked about it and cast their eyes on Zhou Yuan.

Now, as long as it comes to fighting, Zhou Yuan is like the former Song Shan'ao, the magic needle that stabilizes the sea. If he goes out, he will succeed.

Zhou Yuan had a blank expression on his face and did not express his opinion. In his heart, he actually did not want to go.

But to be honest, he was afraid that others would not be able to handle it. Don't just drive away one Eastern Tartar, but the three borders will be ravaged by the barbarians, adding to the national humiliation.

Empress Zhaojing said: "The barbarians are rampant and have repeatedly invaded our borders for many years. It is time to teach them a lesson and avenge the grudges of more than ten years ago."

At this point, she paused slightly and said in a deep voice: "Are there any good generals who are willing to go to the three borders to lead the army and fight against the barbarians?"

As soon as the voice fell, an old man strode out.

He saluted and said: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go to the three borders to defeat the barbarians and make contributions to the country."

Zhou Yuan couldn't help but look over and frowned slightly.

Wen Tieli, the third-class Jingyong Marquis, was once a deputy general under Luo Hong, the father of Luo Yunhe. He followed Luo Hong to fight in the three borders, made great military exploits, and was finally awarded the title of marquis.

But that was many years ago. Can he still fight now?

It seems that this group of old nobles in the court can't sit still.

Just as they said in private, if they don't take action, the military merits will be snatched away by Zhou Yuan.

Empress Zhaojing nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "Okay! Marquis Wen is a veteran general of the three borders. He must have been well prepared to fight against the barbarians for many years."

"I appoint you as the anti-barbarians marshal, commanding 240,000 troops from the three borders, and leading the army to fight against the barbarians with the Emperor's sword."

"I hope the old general will live up to everyone's expectations and drive the Mongolian dogs back to the depths of the grassland!"

Wen Tieli's figure was shocked, and he knelt down quickly, saying loudly: "I obey your order! I will not let your majesty down! Defeat the barbarians! Enhance the prestige of our country!"

He couldn't help laughing in his heart. He used to think that your majesty was too fond of Zhou Yuan, and he would control the armies of various departments and always carry the Emperor's sword. It turned out that it was not a special favor, but your majesty has always done things like this. Don't use people who are suspicious, and don't doubt people who are used.

Otherwise, how can you say he is a wise monarch!

Wen Tieli has already thought of the time when he will return triumphantly.

If the third-class Marquis Jingyong can completely annihilate the Mongolian army, wouldn't he also be named a duke?

Oh my god! This time I made a fortune!