In a chaotic world, border soldiers begin their journey by enlisting in the army and getting married

After Kong Qingque finished speaking, Chen Shan shook his head.

"The imperial court orders you to die, and you still want to die?"

"Loyal ministers are not foolish. The Confucius family has studied Confucianism for so many years, don't they understand this simple principle?"

"Or is it that Confucian scholars today are only thinking about fame and fortune, without considering right and wrong?"

Chen Shan's sarcastic remarks made Kong Qingque feel very uncomfortable.

She wanted to argue, but she was at a loss for words.

Because Chen Shan was telling the truth!

She was determined to set things right, to get Confucianism and its scholars back on track, and to reduce the snobbishness of the Confucius family.

Unfortunately, even Xu Sijing, who was known as the number one female teacher in the seven kingdoms, was ostracized. What could she, a person who was not valued by the Kong family, do?

In truth, if Kong Qingzhi hadn't died, she wouldn't even have had the chance to come out.

"In my opinion, when the imperial court can give military officers and even the common people a relatively equal treatment, these troublesome matters will naturally be resolved."

"I have no interest in discussing this matter. After all, my status is not as high as yours. You can decide for yourselves."

After Chen Shan finished speaking, he sat down to the side and, like the Third Prince Huangfu Song, began to set out.

Seeing Chen Shan's posture, Nan Tu Rou immediately felt a headache coming on.

This guy is really restless.

At first, she was worried that Chen Shan would become distracted by women and neglect his duties.

But now it seems that what she is most worried about is Chen Shan's distrust of the court and his dissatisfaction with the emperor.

That's the real problem.

Nan Tu Rou wanted to say something to ease the tension, but before she could speak, Kong Qing Que spoke first.

"General Chen is right. There are only different classes, and this has been the case since ancient times. All seven kingdoms were like this."

"Even knowledge has different levels of depth; I will reply to the higher-ups."

Upon hearing Kong Qingque's words, Chen Shan remained silent, feigning sleep, just as he had said, seemingly indifferent to everything.

"Forget it, I don't think this can be done. Let's leave it at that for today."

Nan Tu Rou now only wants to leave with Chen Shan and then teach him a lesson.

This person is really too unruly. He has no manners in the Prince's mansion, and it's fine as long as his father doesn't pursue the matter.

But the situation remained the same when they arrived at the Five Military Commands.

Openly expressing dissatisfaction with the emperor in public—isn't that courting death?

"Princess, I think this matter is almost settled. Let's leave it at that for today."

"I'll take my leave now."

After Kong Qingque finished speaking, she immediately got up and left the hall.

Watching the person leave, Nan Tu Rou glared at Chen Shan with annoyance.

Seeing his feigned sleep, I immediately stepped forward and grabbed Chen Shan's ear hard.

"You idiot, you never learn!"

Nan Tu Rou scolded Chen Shan, who opened his eyes in pain: "Hey, why are you pulling my ear? You're not even married to me yet and you're already touching me!"

"I'll have to reinforce the bed later, otherwise you won't be able to handle it."

"You! What nonsense are you spouting!" Nan Tu Rou quickly let go, her face flushed, glaring angrily at Chen Shan.

But he deliberately lowered his voice, not daring to speak loudly.

Chen Shan was secretly pleased when he saw her like that.

This woman is really a novice when it comes to relationships.

A casual joke turned into this mess.

It seems that everyone has two sides. Despite Nan Tu Rou's heroic demeanor on the battlefield, she can't help but have the thoughts of a little girl in places like this.

"I'm not making this up, Princess. It's one thing in the army, but in the capital, you should at least be more ladylike and not resort to violence so easily."

"Look at Yu An, isn't he going to propose to you? If you act like this, he won't dare to come to your door."

Chen Shan continued to tease, and Nan Tu Rou immediately let go, scoffing, "I have no interest in that guy."

"You'd better come with me right now, or it won't be good if the Third Prince hears us."

Nan Tu Rou realized what was happening and quickly pulled Chen Shan up.

Whether it was a joke between the two of them or what Chen Shan had said earlier, it was not appropriate for the Third Prince to hear it.

After all, it has a negative impact.

She is a princess, which doesn't matter, but Chen Shan is just a young general. He was only able to serve as an advisor here because the Southern King fought against all opposition to secure this position.

It wouldn't be good to offend someone again.

"What are you afraid of? Maybe this guy didn't sleep at all."

"These royal children, how could they be simple?"

"Or I could slap him. If that wakes him up, it means he was really asleep, and we can just say he had a nightmare."

"If he's not awake, then he's just pretending to be asleep. With you, the princess, here, I should be fine."

As Chen Shan spoke, he looked as if he was about to hit someone, which frightened Nan Tu Rou so much that she quickly pulled him back.

"Stop talking nonsense and come with me!"

Nan Tu Rou had to pull and drag Chen Shan away.

As soon as the two stepped out of the hall, Huangfu Song immediately opened his eyes, looking at the doorway with lingering fear.

"This guy... he's really weird."

"Luckily I was pulled back, otherwise he really would have slapped me. Who would I have gone to complain to?"

Huangfu Song sighed. If he were really to be slapped, he couldn't get angry or show it, otherwise all his years of pretense would be in vain.

"He's a capable person; no wonder the prince took a liking to him."

Huangfu Song seemed to be deep in thought, then got up and swayed as he left the Governor's Mansion.

After leaving the governor's mansion, Nan Tu Rou was furious and completely ignored Chen Shan.

Instead, he angrily returned to the palace.

Chen Shan, on the other hand, returned to the outer city with ease.

Although the Five Military Commands were established, achieving the desired effect for the Southern Slaughter King would not be easy.

After all, the civil officials wouldn't be polite either.

"My lord, you're back?"

"Why did you stay out for so long this time?"

Upon seeing Chen Shan return, Liu Ruyu and Wang Xiaoya hurriedly stepped forward.

"It's alright. I've just been assigned a new job, which means I get an extra salary. Xiaoya, you're in charge of managing all the money at home now."

"If you want to do business, then go for it boldly."

Chen Shan said.

Now he not only receives military pay, but as a junior general, his pay is quite good.

In addition, he held a position in the Ministry of War, which, though not high, was not bad. With the addition of the position in the Five Military Commissions, he could support his family with a salary of three-tenths of an ounce.

Of course, Chen Shan's situation of holding multiple positions is very common in Xia.

And his is considered one of the few.

"Really? Husband, can I really do business?"

Wang Xiaoya looked excited.

Chen Shan immediately laughed and said, "Of course, what kind of life our family will live from now on will all depend on you."

Upon hearing Chen Shan's words, Wang Xiaoya was filled with excitement.

"By the way, your family has been found. However, your mother-in-law has passed away, and your father-in-law is still recuperating. Once he is better, the Prince will send someone to the capital, and then you can be reunited."

Chen Shan explained the situation of Wang Xiaoya's parents.

Wang Xiaoya, who was originally happy, was suddenly stunned.

She had always thought her parents were dead, but she never expected to see them again.

Upon hearing the news of her mother's death, Wang Xiaoya couldn't help but feel sad.