History of Empress Dowager Development

Chapter 163

Of course polite words are necessary, most of the Xu family’s men are fighting for their country in Mobei, the queen naturally wants to praise and care, and finally asked with a smile: "I remember that General Xu is seventeen years old, but he hasn't married yet. He fought on the battlefield at a young age, and the Xu family is dedicated to serving the country, so the marriage cannot be sloppy. There are many princesses who are similar in age, Madam, do you have a favorite?"

"Thank you, Empress, for your concern." Chu Hanyi leaned over and smiled, "The dog is a rough man, I'm afraid I've been wronged by the golden branches and jade leaves, and I don't dare to climb high." She knew it was not good after hearing Xu Xiang's mention of Guang'an Princess, who seemed to be interested Yu Xulang was afraid that it would be embarrassing for the queen to refuse if she made it clear, so he immediately said: "The minister's wife has already arranged a marriage for him, and I'm just waiting to choose a date to get married."

The queen didn't expect that the Xu family had already made an engagement, so she asked in surprise, "Whose girl is the engagement?"

"It's the daughter of He Wenzhan, a scholar of the Zhaowen Academy." Chu Hanyi leaned forward and smiled, "The two children have known each other since they were young, and their temperaments are also compatible. The two families made a decision after discussing it."

The queen was very surprised, and she held a banquet today. She wanted Princess Shujia to look at Lin Lang, and at the same time probed Qin's tone. If there was no accident, she would let the He family run for the crown princess this year.Besides, Mrs. Zhuang begged her before her, saying how Zhuang Yan and Xu Lang are compatible, and she intends to make a match. How did she know that the two families have already made a marriage agreement?
After saying a few words perfunctorily, he sent Chu Hanyi away, and called Mrs. Qin to come to the palace to inquire. As expected, the two families had already engaged in marriage.The queen vaguely mentioned the matter of the crown prince's selection of a concubine, but Qin didn't show much enthusiasm, as if she was determined to accept the marriage.

The queen was inevitably disappointed, and asked the maid in charge to greet her again, and the banquet ended early.Then I called Princess Shujia over and asked, and then I realized that He Linlang was not as brilliant as Zhuang Yan said. The queen immediately understood after thinking about it, and shook her head: "This girl Yan'er is getting bolder and bolder, and she actually plotted against me." up."

"What happened to Cousin Yan?" County Lord Shujia didn't know why.

The princess was about to get married, and the queen didn't want to hide it, so she explained the cause and effect, and sighed: "I'm afraid Yan'er fell in love with Xu Lang, and knowing that the two families have a marriage contract, she wanted to use my hand to separate. This girl, Not a little courageous."

Princess Shujia didn't feel bad for this cousin, she said casually: "I'm afraid she is also infatuated, what is the queen mother going to do?"

"Then Miss He Liu is really good, and the Crown Prince is really interested in me, I am not afraid to break up this engagement. But according to what you said, this He Linlang is not outstanding, so why should I care? Since they There is a marriage contract, just let it take its course, there is no need to offend the two important ministers for Yan'er."

Princess Shujia smiled and said, "My mother is really kind."

The matter of Chongyang passed away in a hurry. At the end of the month, Xu Xiang returned from Mobei, and went out to ride a horse with Lin Lang the next day.During this trip, she was blown by the wind and sand in Saibei, and her complexion changed a lot, but her whole body looked upright again, and she gradually acquired the demeanor of a sassy female general.

Xu Xiang gained a lot from going back to Saibei this time. When autumn came, Shule people were fat and horses were strong, so he took advantage of the prosperity and went south to enter the palace, but was stopped by the Xu family army outside the pass. Xu Xiang had personally experienced this fierce battle.

In the past few years, Shule's national power has grown stronger and stronger. This time, the southern expedition has been planned for a long time, and it is very difficult to deal with it.Battle reports were sent to the capital continuously, the situation in the south was unstable, and the military resources in the north could not be supplied in time, even the emperor was worried.Fortunately, Xu Lang is now able to lead the army alone to kill the enemy without hesitation. Xu's army has a new strategist, with bravery and wisdom, he actually defeated the enemy with one out of ten troops of the opponent.

Xu Xiang was eager to go to the battlefield. After all, she was young, and she followed her uncle Xu Fengying, but she also practiced her skills very much.

(End of this chapter)