Jiuxi

Chapter 457 Chapter 455 [The sound of war drums is heard in the distance]

Jiangbei Prefecture, Xunyang City.

This place returned to the rule of Da Qi for nearly two years. In addition, it was originally located in the border area of ​​Yan and Qi and was deeply influenced by Da Qi. Therefore, it behaved very docilely after surrendering, especially when Da Qi sent officials to establish the government system. Everything became orderly, and there was quite an atmosphere of popular support.

In this process, many high-ranking families played a decisive role.

The Xunyang Wang family is one of the distinctive representatives.

After leaving the Northland many years ago and parting ways with the Zhai Lin Wang family, the Wang family has been very secretive about their origins and tried their best to downplay their relationship with the family. Therefore, even the rural gentry families in Xunyang City do not know about this Wang family. It turned out to be a branch of the Zhai Lin Wang family.

Relying on his great contribution to the surrender of Jianghua City on his own and his contribution to Da Qi in conquering the people of Jiangbei, Wang Shao was unusually appointed as the general magistrate of Xunyang Prefecture. His son Wang Jun served under Lu Chen and is now the governor of Dingzhou Prefecture. Dingbei army marched Sima.

This kind of treatment has been envied by many prominent families in Jiangbei. With the arrival of a marriage decree, the Wang family's reputation in Xunyang City has almost reached its peak.

The emperor personally granted a marriage and betrothed Wang's daughter from Xunyang to Shanyang Marquis Lu Chen as his wife!
Although there is a woman in this imperial edict, it is already a great honor for the Wang family. After all, they were still subjects under the rule of Beiyan two years ago. Now they have not only entered the officialdom of Daqi, but they can also compete with Huai, who has been on the rise. The marriage between the Zhou and Lu families is truly the envy of others.

Wang Shao already knew the inside story of this matter, because the confidants of the Weaving Department and Lu Chen came to Xunyang a year ago to make arrangements to prevent Wang Chulong's identity from being discovered by people in the north, which would kill King Zhai Lin. There are thousands of people in this family.

Therefore, Wang Shao behaved very appropriately in front of outsiders and never showed any arrogance, which won him a lot of praise.

Within the Wang family, Wang Chulong's protection has reached a level of detail that is unimaginable to ordinary people.

Although this kind of life is comfortable, it will inevitably become boring after a long time.

Jin Shu was sitting on a small stool, and his nimble hands were weaving a sweat towel. From time to time, he quietly looked at Wang Chulong who was sitting in front of the window and reading a book.

This happened several times. Wang Chulong put down the thick "The Complete Works of Yuanshan" and asked with a smile: "What are you looking at?"

Jin Shu quickly lowered his head and said, "No, it's nothing."

Wang Chulong turned to look at her and said leisurely: "Perhaps Jingji is getting restless? Please be more patient. When the situation turns around in the future, you and I won't need to be so cautious."

"Miss, I haven't thought about this."

Jin Shu simply put the things in his hands on the small table next to him, stood up and walked closer and said, "Miss, I just think Mr. Lu is a little partial."

Wang Chulong asked curiously: "Where do you start talking about this?"

Jin Shu sighed: "I won't talk about what happened at the beginning. This time Mr. Lu has stayed in the capital for so long, and several major things he has done are related to Miss Lin. I heard that Mr. Lu encountered an assassin in the capital before, although I know that he did not Despite the serious situation, the young lady still prayed for him for seven days, but Mr. Lu had no idea about it, and the world only knew that he and the young lady of the Lin family joined forces to kill the enemy, and they were like a match made in heaven. "

Wang Chulong retorted gently: "The most important thing in this world is sincerity. I prayed for his safety, and I didn't deliberately show off in front of him. What does it matter whether he knows or not?"

Jin Shu pouted and said: "That's what I say, I'm just worried about the young lady. Besides, this time the rebellion in the capital was suppressed, not only the Miss Lin family has been with Mr. Lu, but also the Miss Li family, but the young lady can only stay There is no need for anxiety here.”

Wang Chulong couldn't help but smile when he heard this: "Silly girl, do you want me to go to the battlefield to wield swords and guns? Even if your young lady has the heart, she doesn't have the strength. It's enough not to cause trouble."

"Hey... Miss..."

"Okay, okay, I know you have good intentions, but these are just some small talk in front of me. Don't take it seriously. I know what happened between Mr. Lu and I, so don't worry in vain."

Regarding this personal maid who had grown up together, Wang Chulong treated her slightly differently from other maids, sometimes with a bit of kindness from an older sister to her younger sister.

Jin Shu nodded and said: "My maid understands this truth, but I just feel that the young lady's talents and learning should not be buried. The young lady often says that everyone has their own strengths. For example, Miss Lin's martial arts skills can help Mr. Lu do many things, but in the world It’s not just about fighting. Miss is so smart and can help Mr. Lu in many things. It’s a pity to waste her time like this.”

Wang Chulong remained silent for a while.

She has no desire to show off, but as Jin Shu said, wasting her time in the best two decades will inevitably make her feel a little regretful.

Looking at Wang Chulong's reduced appearance, Jin Shu couldn't help but regret it, and quickly changed his words: "Miss, this servant is talking nonsense, you must not take it to heart."

Wang Chulong shook his head and said, "It's okay."

At this moment, another maid named Mo Yun came in and said crisply: "Miss, here are two strange men, who are said to be sent by Mr. Lu. The master is entertaining guests in the front hall. Please go and meet them." ”

Logically speaking, it is definitely not suitable for a woman who has not left the palace to meet her foreign husband, but now that the emperor's imperial edict of marriage has been issued, Wang Chulong is definitely the daughter-in-law of the Lu family. She is only one step away from becoming the mistress of the Shanyang Hou Mansion. Let's meet her. Lu Chen's confidants are not overstepping the rules.

Wang Chulong thought for a moment, nodded and said, "Okay."

Jin Shu behaved very openly, smiling like a crescent moon, which made Wang Chulong laugh.

When he came to the front hall, Wang Chulong recognized at a glance that one of the men was Tan Zheng, whom he had met before, and the other one looked slightly familiar.

Of course, Wang Shao would not really regard himself as Wang Chulong's father, so he would leave to deal with business after saying a few polite words.

"My subordinates have met Miss Wang."

Tan Zheng and Qu Zhong saluted respectfully, and then introduced themselves concisely.

"You two don't have to be polite."

Wang Chulong responded calmly, while Jin Shu stood behind her.

Tan Zhengzheng first said: "On the order of the Marquis, my subordinates came to convey several things to Miss Wang. One is that the Marquis has gone to Shazhou and was ordered by the Emperor to try to repair the relationship between Daqi and Shazhou. The Marquis said "This trip is not expected to go smoothly, but it won't be too risky. Please don't worry, Miss Wang." Wang Chulong nodded slightly and felt a little calm.

Tan Zheng added: "The second thing is that Mr. Hou hopes that Miss Wang can do him a favor."

Jin Shu, who was standing behind, his eyes lit up.

Wang Chulong said calmly: "But it doesn't matter."

Tan Zheng bowed his head and said: "The Marquis said that the Lu family has a very large manpower now and lacks a capable person to take charge of the overall situation. The Marquis himself has no skills to do anything, so he sent his subordinates to do this. The Marquis said that Miss Wang does not need to Reluctantly, if you are not interested in this matter, the Marquis will make other arrangements."

Jin Shu was stunned upon hearing this.

Wang Chulong hesitated and said, "You mean, Mr. Lu asked me to help manage these manpower?"

Tan Zheng said seriously: "It's not about helping. What the Marquis wants is that Miss Wang will be fully responsible. From now on, all the hidden forces of the Lu family, except for the guards around the master, will be under the sole control of Miss Wang. I When it comes to what needs to be done and how to do it, you only need to follow the orders of Miss Wang."

He took out a booklet from his arms, held it in front of him with both hands, and said respectfully: "Here is the complete roster of the Lu family's secret guards. It has detailed information on each person. Please take a look at it, Miss Wang."

Jin Shu quickly stepped forward to take it, and then handed it to Wang Chulong's hands.

The book is very light, but Wang Chulong can feel its heavy weight.

She didn't read it immediately. She held the book and asked, "What else did Mr. Lu say?"

Tan Zheng replied: "Master Hou said that Miss Wang does not need to worry about Master Hou's safety. He handed over the Lu family's personnel to Miss Wang out of his absolute trust in Miss Wang, and this matter has been approved by the master." . The personnel of the Lu family have been trained by the master and the marquis. Their personal abilities are not necessarily weaker than the spies of the Warp Weaving Department, but they have never been able to exert their due strength. The reason is that they lack a person in charge who can truly understand the overall situation. ”

Wang Chulong heard the implication of his words and said slowly: "You have always used the Weaving Department as the target of comparison?"

Tan Zheng said calmly: "Yes. Now that the Marquis's status is getting higher and higher, there are some dangers that are difficult to avoid. The master asked his subordinates to tell Miss Wang that he does not want the Qingfeng Street assassination to happen again in the future. This kind of thing is not only an assassination against Mr. Hou, but also a potential threat to everyone in the Lu family. "

"I understand."

Wang Chulong nodded slightly.

Regardless of the importance of the matter itself, the purpose of Tan Zheng's trip has been made very clear. The reason why Lu Chen made such a decision is because he regards her as a real family member.

Not the kind of marriage that respects each other as ice.

Her mind flashed back to the words she had said at the reception banquet held between her and Lu Chen at the beginning of the year in Guangling City.

It turned out that he had always kept it in mind.

A faint smile appeared on Wang Chulong's face, and he nodded and said: "Okay, you have someone tell Mr. Lu and Young Master Lu that I will do my best to do this."

Tan Zheng and Qu Zhong immediately said solemnly: "I accept your orders!"

Wang Chulong glanced at the booklet in his hand and said: "I need all the information you have collected and mastered, no matter when, where, who, or what. It can be brief, but it cannot be missing."

Qu Zhong then replied: "Miss Wang, the Marquis has ordered us to prepare everything and can send it over at any time."

Wang Chulong said simply and neatly: "Very good, let's do it today. In addition, you will stay in Xunyang City temporarily for the next few days, and I will rearrange and divide your responsibilities."

Tan Zheng and Qu Zhong agreed, then bowed and left.

At this moment, Jin Shucai said with some embarrassment: "Miss, maid..."

"Okay, you can be considered a prophet."

Wang Chulong raised his hand and gently scratched the tip of her nose.

The master and servant were about to return to the back house when they saw Wang Shao striding over in a hurry.

Wang Chulong stepped forward and saluted: "Uncle."

Wang Shao waved his hand and said slightly nervously: "Chorong, I may not be able to return home often during this period. You have to take care of yourself."

Wang Chulong observed his expression and asked, "Is there a change in the border?"

Wang Shao was not surprised that her thinking was so quick, and he said solemnly: "I just received the news that in five days the Jingjun army will begin to approach the Dingzhou border. Although it is still calm here, no one can say whether the Jingjun army will Go south and open up another battlefield. The orders from above must be carefully prepared and not ignored. "

Wang Chulong was slightly startled.

Wang Shao warned a few more words, and then left in a hurry.

Wang Chulong came to the corridor and looked up to the north.

In the courtyard, the autumn wind is chilling.

(End of this chapter)