Donggong Zhangjiao

As Fang Yun expected, there has been no movement from the queen.

No movement means that no useful evidence has been found.

There was no movement from Wanbi's side.

This one is different when there is no movement. He must be holding back some big critical blow.

If Concubine Wan goes crazy, everyone will be hurt, so Fang Yun also ordered people to strictly guard the Yuzhang Palace. The second princess and the fourth prince were even more closely guarded, for fear that something would go wrong.

Of course, Fang Yun didn't just care about himself, he also reminded others.

Taking the last incident of the fourth prince falling into the water as an example, he said that when the princes are not yet old enough to be safe, it is better to take more care of them.

Anyway, what was said was said, and Fang Yun didn't care who listened to it.

The harem remained calm on the surface, but the former court began to be unable to maintain even the calm on the surface.

The relationship with Shangyang Kingdom suddenly became extremely tense in early June. By that time, Pei Yao had already made preparations and gathered his troops to go north.

So when Shangyang Kingdom suddenly launched an offensive in mid-July, Da Qi was waiting for a long time.

Different from the draw in the first battle many years ago, Huo Mingxuan won the first battle this time!

This victory naturally gave all the soldiers of Daqi unlimited confidence and courage. The entire northern Xinjiang military camp became excited. The soldiers geared up and took up weapons, all wanting to avenge their relatives and friends who died in the war. .

And this battle also proved Huo Mingxuan's strength.

Although he was the one who ended the war with Shangyang State that year, for most of the first half of the war, he was still under the command of his father, the old Duke of Qin. After the old Duke of Qin died, the older General Zhang took over as the commander. Bit.

So in the final analysis, this time it was Huo Mingxuan who took the position of coach and took control of the entire battle.

He is young, and even though the soldiers in Northern Xinjiang have long been convinced by him, among the soldiers and horses transferred from other places, especially those from Kyoto, there are naturally some who are older than him and unconvinced, so this battle is also his. The battle to establish prestige.

The emperor pushed him to this position and gave him a chance. Huo Mingxuan was smart and seized it with all his strength.

Needless to say, the importance of the first battle is understood by everyone.

On the Shangyang Kingdom side, King Lin Chen learned of the battle situation, which was like a blow to the head.

He didn't expect to lose so miserably.

Prince Ping observed his expression and immediately said, "It must be that Liang Jin, who went to war on the first day, underestimated the enemy. Before he went to war, my younger brother heard that although this man had the talent to lead troops, he was really arrogant. Huo Mingxuan, the coach of Daqi, is as old as Liang Jin’s son. He must not have taken it seriously, so he lost so miserably. Otherwise, how could I have been defeated if I, the Shangyang Kingdom, had strong soldiers and well-equipped weapons?"

Lin Chen, who was originally doubtful about himself, heard this, his eyes suddenly changed, and he immediately slapped the table and shouted angrily.

"This Liang Jin was careless and underestimated the enemy. He lost the first battle and dampened the morale of our army. It is really abominable. We lost so many troops in this battle. I would like to know how Jin Wuke chose his men!"

Jin Wuke is the coach of Shangyang Kingdom this time, coming from Shangyang Kingdom’s most prestigious general.

Generations of Jin people have made great achievements in war. Jin Wuke’s name comes from the meaning of invincibility. In the battle with Daqi many years ago, Jin Wuke fell ill and could not go to the war, so the late emperor chose someone else to hold the flag. Now that Lin Chen has ascended the throne, he launched a war and pushed Jin Wuke out without hesitation.

With a heavy responsibility and the belief to avenge the shame of Shangyang Kingdom, the 50-year-old Jin Wuke resolutely went to the front line even though his health was worse than before due to illness.

But for such a loyal and courageous veteran, when he was worried about the enemy's too strong strength on the border, what he was waiting for was the emperor's reprimand. He scolded him for not being good at employing people, and he failed in the first battle, which greatly damaged his morale.

Facing the emperor's reprimand, Jin Wuke was angry, but he still held back.

After many years of ups and downs in the officialdom, although he is not as smooth as the civil servants, he also knows that it is useless to say anything at this moment. He can only win a victory to eliminate the emperor's anger.

After all, he is a veteran. In the next two months, Shangyang Kingdom no longer showed its due fighting strength like it did in the first battle, and it was back-and-forth with Da Qi.

But Daqi's side was more morale and still had the upper hand.

In two months, they had conquered Lizhou City in Shangyang State, camped in the city, and were already storming another city.

The first city defense is the strongest city defense. Jin Wuke is not an unknown person. It did take Da Qi a lot of effort to hold on for so long, but fortunately it was broken.

With such good news, Pei Yao was naturally happy.

So on the occasion of the Double Ninth Festival, the ninth day of September, Wanbi was promoted to the imperial concubine.

After all, Hu Daixu has made a lot of contributions during this period, and Wanbi's qualifications and family background can indeed be used for this position.

Concubine Song, on the other hand, raised the third prince, but there was no movement.

Fang Yun was afraid that she would think too much, so he called her over and prepared to say a few words, but Song Bin thought better of it.

"My family background is not good. I can only get this concubine thanks to my mother-in-law. The emperor can't remember my concubine in his heart now. My mother went to pray for me. At this juncture, my promotion to the throne is nothing more than raising three children." How can the prince talk about things compared with Concubine Wan, whose elder brother has military exploits? It is not easy for the empress to open up for me. I also know in my heart that when the third prince gets older, when it comes time to talk about marriage, the emperor will Naturally, I won’t be missing a concubine, so I’m not anxious or jealous, so don’t worry, my empress.”

"I also want to say this, but I'm afraid that you will feel uncomfortable and it will be difficult for you to think clearly. That's fine." Fang Yun said softly.

Song Concubine curled her lips, "Whether it's a concubine or a concubine, I don't care much about these things now. In short, as long as I and the third prince, mother and son, can live a good life."

After saying this, he continued, "But I seemed very unhappy when I saw Xu Lingyi. When I heard that the banquet for the Double Ninth Festival was over, I lost my temper when I went back."

"How can she be happy when she and Concubine Wan have such a holiday?" Fang Yun said lightly.

Concubine Song nodded, "That's true, but when I look at it, the queen doesn't seem to care. I originally thought that the queen would be very afraid of Concubine Wan getting a high position."

Because Fang Yun did not disclose that matter to Song Concubine, Song Concubine did not know yet.

At this moment, Fang Yun still had no intention of saying anything, so he just said, "The queen has always been dignified and generous. After many years of cultivation, even if she feels uncomfortable in her heart, she will not be superficial like Xu Lingyi. We will know what she does in the future. What’s on her mind?”

These words were convincing. Concubine Song nodded and said no more.

At this moment, Qingrong came in from outside, leaned forward and said, "Your Majesty, the Duke of Qin's wife has sent word that she will leave for Northern Xinjiang in the near future. She specially ordered someone to deliver it to her, the fourth prince, and the second princess. clothes as a farewell gift."

"Is she leaving?" Fang Yun looked serious.

Qingrong nodded, "Yes, the things were sent by the personal maid of Mrs. Qin Guogong."

Seeing that Fang Yun was busy, Song Concubine didn't sit any longer, got up and left first.

Then Fang Yongcai asked Qingrong to bring in Fang Jin's personal maid.