My father is a Confucian sage, but the system forces me to be a crude warrior

Chapter 189: Titled! Magistrate of Feng County!
His eyes were filled with sadness:

"I do not deserve such praise from your majesty."

"In the battle of Bifeng Valley, if Dean Qin had not been willing to sacrifice himself and die together with Bixuan, there would have been no victory for me."

"It is definitely not as good as Guangnan County."

"My contribution is only a tiny one, not worth mentioning."

When he said this, his voice was even choked with sobs.

"Dean Qin...should not die!!"

……

As Zeng Anmin's voice fell.

Everyone in the field looked towards him.

good boy!
Scheming!
As we all know, although Zeng's party was newly established, it has already shown signs of stabilizing its position in the court.

And now, Qin Shoucheng, the most important core member of Zeng’s party, died on the battlefield.

Not only did all the officials feel relieved.

It also made Emperor Jianhong completely let down his guard against Zeng Shilin.

But after letting down your guard.

What's left?
Guilt!

A deep sense of guilt.

Qin Shoucheng died fighting for the Great Saint Dynasty!
Although Zeng Shilin was the head of the Zeng Party, he had never engaged in any party struggles, nor had he ever done anything to harm the court!
Hence, all the previous caution and fear.

After Zeng Anmin's sad voice sounded, Emperor Jianhong naturally felt extremely uncomfortable.

Although he is the emperor.

But he is also human.

really.

As Zeng Anmin's words rang out.

Emperor Jianhong was silent for a while.

He looked at Zeng Anmin, sighed softly and said:
"Good boy, I will never let the people of the world feel disappointed."

"My dear Lord Qin, you have been loyal to the country and killed the third-rank demon king in battle. You have made great contributions to our human race!"

"He was posthumously conferred the title of Duke of Yong'an, and was granted the title of Duke of Qian'an."

"I will also grant you a red seal and an iron certificate to protect your descendants!"

This statement came out.

Everyone remained silent.

Duke Yongle is a title.

To feed a thousand households is the benefit of reward.

Although it is not a hereditary title, it is also a symbol of nobility!

With this title and reward, the Qin family members can at least live without worries in this life.

As for the red seal and iron certificate, it is known as the golden medal of immunity from death.

As long as he does not commit treason, all his crimes can be pardoned.

Since the founding of the Great Holy Dynasty.

There are only two people who can obtain this iron certificate.

It can be seen that the guilt in His Majesty's heart has reached its extreme.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Zeng Anmin breathed a sigh of relief.

Emperor Jianhong could give such a reward.

At least one thing can be seen.

His suspicion towards himself and his son, or towards Zeng's party, had disappeared.

The death of President Qin, in an invisible way, still protected him and his son.

"As for your reward."

Emperor Jianhong's smile remained unchanged: "I want to appoint you as the seventh-rank General of Guangbei, commanding an army of 3,000 soldiers. You will continue to lead the Mandarin Duck Army and train a Mandarin Duck Army for me that is strong enough to shake the Ten Thousand Monsters Mountain!"

"Grant him the title of the Magistrate of Feng County! He will have a fief of 500 households and be a fifth-rank official!!"

"how?!"

He looked at Zeng Anmin with a smile.

Knighted! !
Really knighted!!

Or a county lord title!

This is a title! If it is not for the contribution to the founding of the country, it is impossible to be awarded a title!

As soon as these words came out.

All the officials' eyes changed when they looked at Zeng Anmin.

Even though they had guessed it in their hearts, many people still felt mixed emotions after the rewards were given.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Zeng Anmin felt that if he was even a second slower, it would be disrespectful to the title.

He bowed down without any hesitation.

But this time.

Another figure appeared even faster.

Zeng Shilin looked solemn. He came to Zeng Anmin, bowed to Emperor Jianhong, and said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, this reward is absolutely unacceptable!"

As soon as these words came out.

Don't talk about others.

Zeng Anmin was stunned.

He looked at his father's back, somewhat bewildered.

No, it’s the title, Dad!
The kind that can be inherited!
Even if I, your son, am gone in the future, your grandson will have no worries about food and clothing!

"Ok?"

Emperor Jianhong frowned and looked at Zeng Shilin in front of him.

"My dear Zeng, why do you say that?"

The voice was indifferent.

Zeng Shilin took a deep breath:

"Let's not talk about the title. As a Confucian scholar, I should learn Confucianism, take the path of imperial examinations, and contribute my talents to the Great Saint Dynasty."

"I can't take on the position of General Guangbei!"

He looked at Emperor Jianhong with a very serious expression.

"Oh?"

Emperor Jianhong raised his brows slightly.

Soon, a smile appeared on the corners of his mouth.

He shook his head and smiled gently: "It was I who neglected it."

"Quan Fu was so powerful on the battlefield that I forgot he was a Confucianist."

Having said that, he patted his head lightly and looked at Zeng Anmin.

Sunran smiled and said, "Then I will appoint you as the chief clerk of the Imperial College, a seventh-rank official, so that it won't hinder your imperial examination."

"how?"

As soon as these words came out.

Zeng Anmin's heart moved slightly.

He heard two words from Emperor Jianhong's fluent tone.

Testing!! Using military power as a test to see if he would accept it or not.

The title doesn't matter!
The main one is the General Guangbei.

Although he is a general of miscellaneous title, he also has the military power of three thousand men!
Still in Beijing!
This is a big no-no!
Emperor Jianhong was extremely wary of civil officials holding military power!
If I had really dared to agree to it just now, I might have been deeply feared by him!

And not only myself, but even my father will be involved.

Old fox!
After Zeng Anmin figured it out, he looked calm. He nodded seriously and said to Emperor Jianhong:

"Thank you, Your Majesty!!"

"Wu Qianfeng, since you don't want this position, how about I give it to you as a reward?"

After seeing Zeng Anmin's reaction, Emperor Jianhong felt rare joy in his heart.

He started joking in front of all the officials.

He looked at Wu Qianfeng who was standing behind Zeng Anmin with a smile.

Wu Qianfeng did not hesitate at all.

He was a soldier, so he didn't care about this.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for the reward!"

Wu Qianfeng was a rather honest man, so he grinned and took it.

"As for the eldest princess."

Emperor Jianhong slowly raised his head and looked towards the eldest princess.

His biological sister.

The princess calmly clasped her fists towards Emperor Jianhong:
"As a member of the royal family, it is our duty to work for the Great Saint Dynasty. Your Majesty does not need to mention rewards."

"Haha, you have your reward!"

Emperor Jianhong was extremely confident in his sister. He laughed and said:
"If I don't reward you, I will lose my credibility with all the officials! Don't let me fall into injustice!"

…………

The rewards we are talking about now are just talk.

The actual reward will have to wait until after the welcoming banquet.

It will be sealed in the main hall at that time, making it more solemn.

Princess Zeng Anmin and three other men, Wu Qianfeng, followed Emperor Jianhong.

Surrounded by hundreds of officials, he headed towards the capital.

"I have met County Master Zeng. Today, you are in the limelight! I envy you so much!"

Just joined the crowd.

Zeng Anmin was surrounded by some officials and praised.

"Yes! The title of county lord. Our Great Saint Dynasty has conferred this title of founding a nation for a long time!"

"Zeng County Master's demeanor is truly something that makes people yearn for it! Today, I am hosting you, and I hope that you will give me some face and come to the Jiaofangsi to have a chat!"

"Haha, I will go there too. I really admire Zeng Xianzi's demeanor on the battlefield. I really want to hear Zeng Xianzi tell me about his heroic spirit on the battlefield!"

…………

For the kindness shown by these unfamiliar officials.

Zeng Anmin naturally declined.

He smiled gently at them and said, "I'm sorry, colleagues. I've been away on this expedition for a long time, and I miss my parents very much..."

"Another day!"

"Oh! It is indeed my negligence. I am sorry. I will talk to you again in a few days!"

"Look at my head, it's true."

"........."

After entering the city.

The enthusiasm of the people can be felt to the extreme.

Almost all the buildings on the street are occupied.

Countless people are looking forward to Zeng Anmin.

Some even set up ladders and climbed to the top just to see what Zeng Anmin looked like.

Zeng Anmin riding on a horse.

His face looked a little dazed.

When he left Beijing to go to war, he had a slight reputation.

But it is more circulated among students and intellectuals.

But after this battle.

His fame has reached the ears of the people.

He could clearly feel the eager, reverent, and respectful gazes of the people around him.

“I’ve become famous.”

His eyes looked towards the street.

The black mass was filled almost entirely with human heads.

"pretty good."

The corners of his mouth slowly curled up.

"The Chief Clerk of the Imperial College is a seventh-rank official."

"The Magistrate of Feng County, a fifth-rank official."

"From now on, I will finally no longer be a young bird under my father's wings."

"I can barely hold up the sky!"

There was a deep light in his eyes.

He looked up.

It seems like I see a day in the future.

He, with his own body, reached the pinnacle of the world!

Everyone admires it!

Recited by later generations!
……

"go home."

When it gets dark.

The Zeng family father and son finally had some free time.

On the streets of the capital.

Zeng Shilin patted Haodaer's shoulder, and his voice was so gentle for the first time.

"father."

Zeng Anmin pursed his lips and looked up at his father:

"I want to go to the Qin family."

When Zeng Shilin heard this, his face stiffened.

He forced a smile and nodded, "Go ahead and comfort Wanyue."

Speaking of it.

Zeng Shilin's eyes became extremely deep.

He looked at Zeng Anmin and said, "Qin Shoucheng was my father's best friend. Now that he is dead, his family must be well protected by our Zeng family."

After saying this, he looked at Zeng Anmin seriously and said:

"Father wants you to marry Wanyue. What do you think?"

Zeng Anmin's expression was slightly stunned.

He raised his head and looked at Zeng Shilin seriously:
"Dad, I want to know what the plan in your mind is."

"I'll just watch from the sidelines during this battle."

"Uncle Qin, you didn't have to die!"

Zeng Shilin did not answer.

He just looked at Zeng Anmin calmly and said:

"I'm going to ask you, are you willing to marry Wanyue?"

"If you wish, I can make a marriage contract with the two of you."

See dad avoids answering.

Zeng Anmin took a deep breath, and his face turned cold:
"Since my father doesn't want to tell me, I will slowly find the answer myself in the future."

"As for marrying Wanyue, I have no grudges, but I want to ask Sister Qin's opinion first."

"Besides, the child is still young, it is not appropriate to talk about marriage, so let's put this matter aside for now."

After saying that, he turned around.

Heading towards the Qin family.

Only the back of Zeng Shilin's head was left.

Watching Zeng Anmin leave so decisively.

Zeng Shilin clenched his fists lightly.

After a long time.

In the end, he said nothing and got into the carriage with the help of his servants.

…………

In the entire capital, perhaps the only place that was completely opposite to the people celebrating on the streets was the Qin Mansion.

Qin Mansion.

As if shrouded in shadow.

The sad and silent atmosphere spread from the front door to the hall.

Everyone in the Qin Mansion wore mourning cloth on their heads and mourning clothes on their bodies.

On the day the battle report arrived.

Mrs. Qin fainted and passed away.

Qin Shoucheng's only daughter, Qin Wanyue, cried all day long.

The coffin, the pickaxe, everything was slowly arranged in the butler's silence.

Just waiting for Qin Shoucheng's body to be transported back.

Hold a funeral.

Qin Wanyue sat in the courtyard with a numb expression.

She looked up blankly.

Look at the willow tree in the yard.

It is now approaching July.

The capital city was also hot.

The young branches of the willow tree are extremely green.

"Father……"

The tears have dried up.

Qin Wanyue's almond-shaped eyes were dull, desperate and silent.

She stood up numbly and walked slowly towards Qin Shoucheng's favorite study room.

In the study room.

Qin Wanyue's fingers slowly stroked the calligraphy left by Qin Shoucheng.

She looked at the copybooks.

It was as if I saw my father’s serious figure.

Qin Wanyue looked up and saw a piece of calligraphy that was hidden deepest among the many copies of calligraphy.

On that copybook.

Four big characters are outlined.

"Use yourself as bait."

See these four big words.

Qin Wanyue couldn't hold back any more tears and they fell.

"I have been fishing all my life."

"Never fail..."

"Yue'er! Look at the big fish I just caught!"

"Haha, Dad! The housekeeper told them that you bought this fish from the market..."

In my mind, a series of warm pictures flashed by.

She pursed her lips tightly.

I do not know what to say.

She looked at the words.

Tears welled up in my eyes involuntarily.

"Miss, County Master Zeng is here to visit."

A maid's voice sounded sadly in Qin Wanyue's ears.

"Don't be too sad... I have seen everything these days..."

When Qin Wanyue heard her words, she quickly wiped the tears from her face, lifted her skirt and stepped over the threshold.

Looking outside the hospital:

"Brother Quan Fu is here?"

"Well, County Master Zeng is already waiting for you in the main hall."

"Ah."

Qin Wanyue's lips were tightly pursed.

She pulled out a handkerchief from her bosom.

He wiped the tears from his face carefully again.

Then he walked towards the main hall.

……

Light footsteps sounded.

Zeng Anmin knew it without turning around.

The familiar footsteps belonged to Sister Qin.

"Brother Quan Fu."

Qin Wanyue's voice rang out.

Haggard, sad, lonely...

This was the first time Zeng Anmin heard such a voice from Qin Wanyue's mouth.

In my memory, Sister Qin was always smiling.

It seemed as if nothing could stop her quiet smile.

He turned around slowly.

Look deeply at that figure.

Qin Wanyue's figure was in front of the door of the main hall.

Eyes facing each other.

Zeng Anmin felt very upset.

He spoke slowly: "Sister Qin, you have lost a lot of weight."

Hear what he said.

Qin Wanyue no longer cared about her manners.

I warned myself a thousand times not to say a word about the situation in front of my younger brother Quan Fu, but now it became a joke in an instant.

Tears overwhelmed his tear ducts once again.

She pursed her lips tightly.

Let the tears flow out.

But he couldn't utter a word.

"Uncle Qin's death is all my fault."

Zeng Anmin looked at Qin Wanyue: "I didn't think highly of him on the battlefield..."

Qin Wanyue wanted to say something.

I just felt a slight darkness in front of my eyes.

His body staggered violently.

“Sister Qin!!”

A pair of warm, clean arms held her in their embrace.

Soft and fragrant.

However, there was no romance in the hearts of the two.

(End of this chapter)