Lu Baichuan and Qin Jian's family went to the palace to meet the saint before they had time to return. The main purpose was to report on their work and then ask about the situation on the other side of the border.

Not only them, but the emperor was also eager to see them. In the past few days, war reports from the border came every day, and every day he brought back bad news.

"Your Majesty..."

After meeting, Lu Baichuan was interrupted just as he was about to salute. The emperor waved to them, indicating that he should come forward to speak.

"Put other things aside for now. Even if there are any problems, I can solve them. The situation at the border is not optimistic. You guys have a good rest today and will lead the troops tomorrow."

The emperor had no choice but to continue: "Feng Cheng died in battle. He ignored dissuasion and caused great trouble, which will naturally affect his descendants. I will make arrangements and clear your name, but you two really can't delay it any longer. It will take a long time to get to the border. I am worried that there will be many accidents."

Feng Cheng regarded himself as a noble man and sent out troops without permission many times despite King Jing's stoppage, causing heavy casualties to the soldiers, but some of them survived. If you don't believe in evil, you will maliciously provoke the other party, and your life will be wasted.

This was a serious mistake on the battlefield, killing so many soldiers, so even if he died, his family would still be implicated.

As for his younger brother Feng Gong, he had an affair with Chang Anbo before, and the evidence was conclusive, so he had been killed.

The reason why the emperor did things so neatly was to save Lu Baichuan and the others more time to provide support. As for anyone in the court who dared to say anything, he would send people to find out the details. As long as they caught It was convenient and convenient to search the house when there was a stain. It was much more comfortable than making noises in the court every day.

After dealing with these troublesome troublemakers, the emperor slept more soundly than before.

Lu Baichuan was a little surprised: "Your Majesty, what about your reputation..."

Having killed so many people in such a short period of time, why should the people say that he is a tyrant?

"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter. I have made preparations in advance. Now my reputation is extremely good!"

The emperor smiled very happily and ransacked his house and found a lot of them. The empty treasury was instantly filled with treasures, and naturally he had strong confidence to fight against Dongting.

“There is a shortage of people in the court at the moment. The imperial examination will be held next month. If we take more exams and recruit more young people, the atmosphere in the court will be better.”
< br />In these few days, the emperor thought about a lot of things. He was always worried about his reputation and the harmony of the court before. He can sit in this position mainly to do things for the people, and he should not fight with these courtiers, so even if he has Sometimes he was so angry that he couldn't even eat, but he still chose to endure it.

But after hearing Jiang Jiuniang say that his body was seriously injured, he immediately didn’t want to spoil those people so much. He still had his wife and children to protect, and the country to protect. How could he be ruined by a few troublemakers? Your own plans and dreams?

When Lu Baichuan heard what he said, he was very pleased. In the past, the emperor always cared too much and was always unable to use his fists, but after this time, he should not be as restrained as before.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, let's go back and make preparations before setting off tomorrow."

Lu Baichuan handed over his hand. He was tired after traveling for so long and wanted to take a nap when he got back. .

The emperor nodded and said: "Thank you for the hard work this time. There happens to be a vacancy in the court, and your eldest and second brothers can come to the court to help."

This was something he had already considered before. This time, Lu Baichuan would not be rewarded for his meritorious service, but could just be a favor to his eldest and second brothers.

When Lu Baichuan heard this, he immediately knelt down. The emperor thought he wanted to thank him, but he didn't expect him to refuse: "Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. It's just that my eldest and second brothers haven't read any serious books. If you are not qualified for an important position in the court, even if you want to join the court, you have to start from the bottom. This is to give them a chance to practice. Please observe it carefully."

"Isn't it bad to hold an official position? In this way, you Lu The family can quickly establish a foothold in the capital."

The emperor believed in his character, so he sincerely wanted to promote his family, not to mention that the queen's birth was so dangerous, and it was Jiang Jiuniang who saved the queen. The official positions of Fate and Enyin are really nothing.

Lu Baichuan still shook his head: "It is a good thing to be in an important position, but the higher the official position, the greater the responsibility you need to bear. The eldest brother and the second brother of the minister are not capable enough, and they will only be troubled if they sit in high positions. , it’s better to leave the position to the right person."

Mr. Lu and Mr. Lu have just arrived in the capital. They are still investigating the situation in the capital and have not yet begun to formally study to be officials. Dao, how can I be directly appointed as a high-ranking official?

What does this make those poor students who have worked so hard to pass the exam think?

Although the emperor did have good intentions, this was too eye-catching and caused too much hatred for the family, so he had to keep a low profile and take his time

The emperor could understand him immediately. Feeling worried, he said: "Okay, then arrange a small errand for them in any yamen in the capital and take your time."

　"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Lu Baichuan felt relieved and wanted to resign.

"Bai Chuan, Qin Jian, must come back safely!"

The emperor patted their shoulders with some reluctance. He wanted to explain a thousand words, but only Say this.

In private, he didn’t call them “Aiqing” like others, but called them by their first names, not alienating them. On the contrary, he treated them as brothers.

I cannot be where I am today without their help.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, we will do it."

Of course they want to return safely. After all, their families are all in the capital, and no one is willing to leave their lives in that desolate place. border.

After bidding farewell to the emperor, the two of them prepared to leave the palace. Qin Jian had not seen his daughter-in-law for several days and had already gone back in a rage. However, Lu Baichuan was waiting for Jiang Jiuniang at the gate of the palace and went home with her.

Jiang Jiuniang quietly entered the palace, fulfilled her previous lie, and helped the queen check the wound. There was no problem, and she could leave the palace.

When she arrived at the palace gate, she saw Lu Baichuan still waiting for her, and waved to him to get in the car and go home together.

"Daughter-in-law."

As soon as he got in the car, Lu Baichuan hugged Jiang Jiuniang reluctantly. He looked a little tired, but he just couldn't bear to sleep.

"What's wrong?"

Jiang Jiu Niang was a little strange. She was fine when she entered the palace, but now she is like this. Could something happen again?

"Feng Cheng is dead and the border war is tense. The emperor asked Qin Jian and I to lead the troops and set off tomorrow."

He said and sighed, although it was early I was prepared, but I didn't expect it to be so sudden.

Jiang Jiuniang also felt that she was too hasty, but the battle waits for no one. After hearing this, she just said: "Then have a good rest tonight and keep your spirits up. I will prepare more things for you to bring with you. When the time comes, you can Please help."

She only said that she would help him prepare things, but did not say that she would go with him. Lu Baichuan still breathed a sigh of relief.

Although she has outstanding abilities, he is reluctant to let her go through that kind of hardship. He just wants to be at home and wait happily for him to come back.