It snowed quietly all night, and the next day, the sky was still filled with fine snow.
The maid brought him a soft and wide fox fur cloak for him to put on. He wore thick sheepskin cotton boots and a windbreaker hat before leaving the house.
When I went out at the same time as usual, it was still dark outside. There was not even a trace of light in the east, only snowflakes falling quietly.
Zhao Qian was sitting in a warm sedan chair, while people outside held lanterns and walked all the way to the palace.
Usually at this time, people who get up early start to go out for activities, but because it is extremely cold and snowing today, everyone is still in the warm bed at this time.
Finally arriving at the place, Zhao Qian got off the sedan. Baofu handed a hand stove to Zhao Qian, but Zhao Qian said, "I don't need this." He pulled on his clothes and strode towards the house over there.
The wind blowing by was like cutting with a knife, but after such a short distance, the body was already a little stiff.
When they arrived at the court room, other ministers also arrived one after another. Du Yu was already sitting there drinking tea. When he saw Zhao Qian, he got up hurriedly and came over and gave him a salute.
"It's so cold today."
"Yes, this winter has been dry. I hope the snow can last longer. It's just that the weather has changed suddenly and I don't know how many more patients there will be."
The two of them didn't talk about anything serious, they just chatted casually. At this time, Zhang Du and a group of military attachés also came in. Because of what happened yesterday, everyone had prejudices against Zhao Qian. Now that they had met, it was as if they had not seen each other. They went to another place without even saying hello.
Zhao Qian didn't think it was anything, but Du Yu comforted him: "My lord, don't take it personally."
Zhao Qian smiled helplessly.
In the morning, everyone was still arguing about whether to streamline the army and reduce military expenditures. The two sides were still at a stalemate. Fu Guang couldn't stand it and yelled a few words, but the little emperor really didn't have any majesty, and no one took him seriously. superior.
After the morning session, Zhao Qian did not go back to his usual place of business. Instead, he first went to the Ministry of Household Affairs, where he asked relevant personnel about the progress of several matters, and then went to the Ministry of War. He summoned all the officials of the Ministry of War and held a meeting that lasted for nearly two hours, explaining in detail his intentions, future measures, etc.
The Ministry of War has the power and was the one who jumped the most this time. After the meeting, I was still extremely dissatisfied. Zhao Qian said helplessly: "I have made it very clear what I need to say. After the New Year, I will leave for the camp in the northwest to convey these words."
After dealing with these troublesome things, Zhao Qian felt a little exhausted. After eating something in the middle, he felt sleepy and looked for a place to rest for a while. Not long after I lay down, someone came back and asked for instructions.
After a busy day, it was already early afternoon when I got free time, and it was almost dark. The snow outside still shows no sign of letting up. A thick layer of snow was piled on the houses and trees, and there was only one color between the sky and the earth.
It was time to go back home, but at this time, he was still thinking about that woman. He hadn't seen her these days, and he didn't know how she was. He heard that the ninth princess was ill, but he didn't know if she was better.
Zhao Qian looked at the flying snow flakes and hesitated until the attendant held an umbrella and walked towards him: "Your Majesty, the sedan is waiting outside. Please get on the sedan."
Zhao Qian followed the attendant outside without saying anything, and the attendant kept holding an umbrella for him. After getting on the sedan chair, when the curtain was lowered, he said to the bearer: "Go to Chongqing Palace."
The bearer agreed and headed north.
In the first year of Xikang, Zhao Qian was given the right to ride in sedans and horses in the inner court.
He had obviously decided to let go, but he still couldn't stand firm for a few days and came to her palace gate again. Looking at the white snow piled on the palace wall, it looks even more white in the dim sky.
He walked towards the door without any hesitation at this moment.
Shujia took some medicine and finally fell asleep. Li Wei asked the palace maid to watch beside her.
As soon as she reached the door, someone announced: "To the Queen Mother, the regent is here."
he came. Li Wei was still a little surprised. Since the falling out, the two have been in a stalemate and haven't seen each other for a long time.
Li Wei was hesitating whether to see him or not, but today she heard his footsteps. She stood at the door without moving. The maid outside had already lifted the curtain.
"Your Majesty, please come in!"
Li Wei subconsciously took a few steps back. The curtain moved slightly, and sure enough, he saw a tall figure walking in.
He stood still in front of her and said, "Greetings, Queen Mother."
Li Wei responded calmly: "Prince Tianhan is interested." After saying that, he walked to other rooms.
Zhao Qian continued: "I heard that the Ninth Princess is ill. I came to see if she is okay."
Li Wei said: "She just fell asleep after taking medicine and is already feeling better. Thank you for your concern."
Be polite and indifferent. Li Wei would only respond to him in these two ways.
"Since she is already asleep, I don't want to disturb her." Zhao Qian said and followed Li Wei into another room.
The lamps were already lit in the room, and all the candles on the floor-standing candlesticks were lit, making the room bright. Li Wei likes the bright feeling in the room and hates the dim light, which makes her feel depressed.
Li Wei sat down in her usual seat. She lowered her head, her expression was shrouded in shadow, and no one could see clearly.
However, Zhao Qian sat down on a chair opposite him. He did not treat himself as an outsider. What should he say after sitting down? Zhao Qian naturally remembered what happened yesterday and said casually: "I heard that those The old minister is looking for you and wants you to come out and seek justice for them? "
Li Wei said calmly: "I am on your side in this matter."
Zhao Qian smiled and said: "At least on this matter, we are of the same mind."
Li Wei didn't respond to him, just stared at the beating candlelight, thinking silently.
"After the New Year, I plan to go to the Northwest Camp. Some truths can only be explained in person."
When Li Wei heard about it, he turned to look at Zhao Qian: "If you touch other people's cheese, I'm afraid someone will not obey. It might be dangerous if you go there."
"What, are you caring about me?" Zhao Qian seemed a little pleased.
"I... I'm just seeking truth from facts. You decide for yourself what you want." Li Wei was as distant as ever and did not make eye contact with Zhao Qian.
"There is no turning back. Once you take this step, you can't take it back. There may not be much time left for us." Zhao Qian said again: "Originally, I wanted you to take charge of these things, but later I Thinking about it, it would be better for me to bear the infamy, so as not to cause any trouble to you."
While the two were talking, someone outside said, "Miss Five is back." Li Wei heard this and shouted: "Miss Five, please come in!"
Zhao Qian seemed a little embarrassed. The fifth girl of the Li family asked him for a painting, but he forgot about it. If the fifth girl spoke again, how would he tell others.
Soon, Li Xing opened the curtain and came in. At a glance, she saw Zhao Qian sitting by the east wall and Li Wei sitting on the north wall.
(End of chapter)