It was already a few days later when Yuan Xin returned to Zhenxi Prince's Mansion.
The gatekeeper greeted him warmly, but Yuan Xin went in dejectedly as if he hadn't heard.
Guoer rushed out happily, "Second Master, are you back?
Where have you been these past few days?
The Marquis and everyone are very anxious.
Second Master, why are you so haggard?"
Yuan Xin ignored him and walked straight in.
Guo'er talked around Yuan Xin like a little bee, "Second Master, do you know that the emperor has appointed you an official?
The imperial edict is in the front hall.
The emperor said you will protect the Lord."
For your merits, I will make you a fourth-grade general."
Yuan Xin turned a deaf ear and walked to his courtyard.
Guo'er caught up with him and said, "Second Master, are you hungry?
This servant will prepare food for you."
The next day, Yuanxin entered the palace to express his gratitude.
The emperor met with several military ministers in the royal study to discuss matters.
The emperor proposed to attack the Northern Kingdom to show the country's prestige and asked for their opinions.
King Xiang Xu Qingsong and Cheng Zhenghe Yilin objected, while the other two ministers agreed.
Yuanxin was questioned by the emperor because he had just returned from the northern country and was familiar with the enemy's situation.
With the trust in his heart, he talked eloquently, "I think it is absolutely impossible.
First, it is spring now, and the plan of the year lies in spring.
It is the time for the people to sow hope.
If we launch an army at this time to launch the Northern Expedition, it will inevitably destabilize the people and make the march a waste of time."
It costs a lot of money, wastes people and money, and does more harm than good.
Second, the northern capital defends the city with a phantom formation, which makes it impossible for ordinary people to enter.
Our army is completely exposed when it reaches the northern border.
The enemy is hiding and we are hiding.
It is really difficult to prepare for the war. .
Third, the North Country is Rong Shuo.
This is the place where the princess grew up.
She has a deep friendship with the Northern Kingdom and regards it as her hometown.
If the emperor raises troops to attack the princess' hometown just after she returns to the country, it will make the princess sad and embarrassed.
Fourthly, while I am in the Northern Kingdom, the monarch of the Northern Kingdom has expressed his position.
Willing to spend a lot of money Suing for peace, if the emperor intends to reconcile, can avoid hurting the people in the war, and can obtain a large amount of wealth to fill the national treasury.
More importantly, it can maintain the friendship between the two countries, and future trade will bring great benefits to the country and the people.
Agree with the Northern Expedition.”
Everyone nodded.
The emperor thought for a moment and asked, "What is the phantom array you just mentioned?"
Yuan Xin responded fluently, "Back to the emperor, I don't understand it either.
I happened to see it when I and Lian Mo, the second prince of Xichi, went to the northern capital together.
They found that the royal city was illusory, like a dream, and impossible to get close to.
Thanks to Lian Mo's knowledge, I The two of them were able to protect themselves.”
"It's so strange that the North Country is really a place of evil.
I have to weigh it carefully."
The emperor said cautiously.
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Yuan Xin once again gave the emperor a thumbs-up, saying that he loved the people of the world like a son, was kind and generous, spread the word to the world, and other clever words and tricks, which made the emperor temporarily put aside the idea of the Northern Expedition.
Several important ministers looked at Yuan Xin with admiration.
The emperor asked Yuan Xin about rescuing He Jing, and then dismissed everyone, leaving Xu Qingsong to discuss the matter.
Yuan Xin strode out of the Imperial Study Room.
Cheng Zheng was about to catch up and praise him when he was stopped by Yi Lin.
They haven't seen each other for more than a year.
At this time, there is no Yishan among them, but there is no Kanran and Chicheng like they were a few years ago.
When Cheng Zheng was invited to sit in the Qinghe Palace, Cheng Zheng did not refuse, but his attitude became irritated. many.
In the imperial study, Xu Qingsong covered his mouth, coughed heavily, and said, "Your Majesty, my body is getting weaker and weaker.
Your Majesty must make early plans for the person who will succeed you as King Xiang."
The emperor asked him, "Do you have a favorite candidate for your love?"
Xu Qingsong replied, "I think that all the brothers of the Cheng family are talented people.
Cheng Zhengzheng has rich experience in the military, is stable and responsible, and is the first choice in terms of character, talent and prestige.
Although Cheng Yuanxin has just entered the official career, he has grown at an alarming rate.
If you pay attention, If you train him, he will have unlimited potential.
He traveled across the country in his early years and has seen a lot.
After the incident with the two princesses, his dexterity and talent can be seen, and he is also a good candidate. " The emperor agreed very much with his analysis, "Ai Qing's analysis is that they each have their own merits.
Prince Xiang is the leader of the Yun Clan.
I will summon the elders of the Yun Clan's Council on a day to investigate these two people."
In Qinghe Palace, Yilin and Yilin sat opposite each other.
Cheng Zheng knew that all the farce in the past was caused by his relationship with Yilin, and he no longer dared to indulge his feelings for Yilin, nor give Yilin any hope.
"You brought back another sister."
Yilin smiled bitterly and couldn't help but feel aggrieved for herself.
She knew Yishan's fake identity but didn't know the reason.
When Cheng Zheng saw her sad expression, he knew what she was thinking, but Prince Xiang's words always lingered in his mind, and he really didn't dare to relax, "Yilin, I have something to say to you."
Yi Lin intended to renew his old relationship and said affectionately, "There is no Yishan between us anymore.
This time, this sister will not fall in love with you again."
"Yilin, you are the crown prince."
Cheng reminded.
When he got angry, he asked, "What about the prince?
Can't the prince get married, have children, and stay with the one he loves?"
"Yes, you can stay with the person you love for the rest of your life, but it won't be me."
Cheng Zheng decisively rejected him.
"But it's you I love.
There's no one between you and me anymore, right?"
"But there is already someone in my heart.
There is no room for anyone in my heart."
Cheng Zheng stood up and spoke forcefully.
"There is already someone in your heart."
Lin walked up to him and smiled coldly, "When I married you two, wasn't I in your heart at that time?
She can squeeze me out of your heart, why can't I really?
I fell in love with her.
Did you really fall in love with this liar and this spy?"
"Yes."
Cheng Zheng answered her firmly, "She is a spy and a liar, but she is also my wife."
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Yi Lin was greatly puzzled and persisted in admonishing, "She has committed a serious crime and there is no possibility between you.
Are you going to die alone for her?"
Cheng Zheng was unmoved, "I will find a way to save her.
I came here today to make it clear that there is no possibility between us anymore.
Please put the country, the country and the country first, and forget about your personal feelings towards me.
From now on, Between you and me, there is only the difference between a monarch and a minister, and there is no friendship between childhood sweethearts.”
"Cheng Zheng" she yelled and took two steps back.
Cheng Zheng's heartless words were hard for her to accept for a moment, as if she heard a bolt from the blue.
"Princess, if you have something to do in the future, just ask me.
I will fulfill my duties and share the princess' worries.
If there is no official business, I will leave first."
After Cheng Zheng finished speaking, he walked out without looking back.
"Why?"
Yilin yelled at his back.
"Jiangshan and I, the princess can only choose one."
Cheng Zheng said a serious word and left.
I threw the teacup in sadness.
I waited so hard for you to come back.
When there was no other person between us, why was it still impossible for us?
Our friendship of childhood sweethearts for twenty years, how could you let it go so easily?
Why did you treat me like this?
Decide what did I do wrong?
Didn’t we agree to win together?
Why did our goal become our obstacle?
Cheng Zheng strode out of the Qinghe Palace door, stood there for a moment, and quickly put away his reluctance.
It was impossible for us from the beginning.
I should have let you give up long ago.
Cheng Zheng took a few deep breaths and prepared to leave the palace.
He passed by the gate of Weining Palace, hesitated for a moment, and called out to a palace maid.
The palace lady stepped forward to salute, "Master Duanhou."
Cheng Zheng asked, "Are you from Weining Palace?"
"My servant Zitong is serving you at Weining Palace."
Cheng Zheng nodded and asked, "How are you doing with Princess He Jing?"
Zitong knew that Cheng Zheng had a close relationship with the royal family and did not hide it.
She whispered back, "The princess is not good.
The princess became acclimatized as soon as she entered the palace.
She had no appetite for several days and became weak day by day.
The emperor was very distressed and came to visit in person every day. " Cheng Zheng felt uneasy, twirled his fingers and thought for a moment, then said to Zitong, "Pass the message for me, I want to visit the princess."
"Yes."
Zitong went in and came out after a while, inviting Cheng Zheng in.
He Jing stood expressionless in the sunshine in front of the door, not knowing what she was thinking.
Her figure was thin, weak, and charming.
Cheng Zheng stepped forward and saluted, "Your Majesty Duan, Cheng Zheng, has met Princess He Jing."
He Jingruo responded vaguely, walked to the room and sat down, without looking at Cheng Zheng.
The cold attitude made Cheng Zheng feel a little embarrassed.
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Cheng Zheng followed him into the house.
The house was newly decorated, with brocades and embroidery, and a dazzling array of jewelry and jades.
It was colorful and gorgeous.
In comparison, He Jing's clothes seemed simple and plain, which was incompatible with the nobility of the house.
Cheng Zheng reported back, "I heard that the princess felt unwell after entering the palace, so I came to say hello."
"No need."
He Jing said indifferently, coldly rejecting Cheng Zheng's greeting.
Cheng Zheng said with a slight embarrassment, "I have something to ask the princess for help with."
After a brief pause, seeing that He Jing had no intention of speaking, Cheng Zheng continued, "The emperor attaches great importance to the princess and intends to send troops to the Northern Expedition to seek justice for the princess.
I would like to ask the princess to mention the love of upbringing in the Northern Kingdom in front of the emperor.
Your Majesty.
There will definitely be concerns about the princess to avoid war between the two countries. " "General Cheng Yuanxin has mentioned this to me.
I will find an opportunity to persuade my father."
He Jing readily agreed.
"So, thank you princess for your righteousness."
Cheng Zheng couldn't find anything else to say.
Seeing He Jing's lukewarm attitude, he felt that all the pleasantries were superfluous to He Jing, so he stopped saying anything. , the atmosphere was awkward during the silence, he asked to retreat, "Princess, take care, I'm leaving."
After leaving the door of Weining Palace, Cheng Zheng breathed a sigh of relief, as if a tough battle had ended.
He knew that He Jing would not take the initiative to get close to him like Yi Shan, but he did not expect that her temperament would be so cold.
He suddenly felt that He Jing was very pitiful.
She was the adopted daughter of the monarch of the Northern Kingdom in the first half of her life, and the adopted daughter of the emperor in the second half of her life.
Where on earth could she call home?
When she was in the Northern Kingdom, she had no relatives and no friends.
When she returned to Dazhao, wasn't she alone?
Everyone and everything are unfamiliar.
Who can she tell her if she has something on her mind?
Cheng Zheng went to Zhenxi Prince's Mansion and asked Guoer, "Has Yuan Xin come back?"
Guoer shook his head.
"Has he not come back recently?"
Guo'er said, "Second Master came back yesterday to pick up some things and left again without even eating."
Cheng Zheng wondered what the hell this kid was doing.
He asked Jinfeng to send someone to find Yuanxin, but Jinfeng looked embarrassed when he came back.
"Have you found Yuanxin?"
Cheng Zheng asked.
Jin Feng nodded, "I found it.
Yuan Xin has been living in a villa on the outskirts of the city these past few days."
Cheng Zheng asked, "What is he doing living there?"
"I don't know.
When I asked him, he spoke fiercely and was unwilling to say more.
He seemed to be hostile."
Cheng Zheng really couldn't understand him more and more, "Didn't we go well on the way back to Beijing?
He was also talking and laughing.
Where did he go after returning to Beijing?"
Jinfeng replied, "This is exactly what I want to say.
Yuanxin went to the Hong'an Palace after returning to Beijing."
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"Prince Hong'an still can't let go of Yao Menghan."
Cheng Zheng clenched his fist angrily, "Does he think the lesson he received is not enough?"
"But Miss Yao has passed away."
"What happened if he died?"
Cheng Zheng's eyes widened in shock.
Jinfeng said guiltily, "My subordinates also just got the news.
Before we went to Western Xinjiang, Miss Yao had passed away.
The Hong'an Palace blocked the news very tightly.
At that time, our Supreme Sect was at the cusp of the storm, either disbanding or retreating."
Or the law, everyone was too tired to run, so they didn’t take it into consideration.”
Cheng Zheng unclenched his fist and asked frustratedly, "How did she die?"
Jinfeng lowered his head helplessly, "My subordinates are incompetent.
Everyone in the Hong'an Palace who was related to Miss Yao was dismissed one after another after the incident, and I can't ask questions."
Cheng Zheng saw Jinfeng blaming himself and said with relief, "The second prince deliberately concealed it, and we may not be able to find it easily, but we just don't know why he concealed it.
As for Yuanxin, maybe it's because I didn't tell him about Menghan's death.
Fortunately, we didn't know before that he couldn't let go of Yao Menghan.
If we really told him, he might not be able to survive until today."
Cheng Zheng sighed, "I will find time to explain to him." sjgsf0916: