It wasn't until he threw himself into his mother's arms and smelled the familiar smell that the child giggled again. Hua Rong coaxed her son, but when she saw her husband, he was still dumbfounded and glared at him: "Pengju, are you stupid?"
Yue Pengju took his son with a smile, hugged him with one hand, held her hand with the other, and walked out. Although Yue Pengju was not very dressed up, he also changed out of his earlier numb robe and wore a silk Confucian scholar's uniform. He is a "luxury" that has never been seen before.
The three generals met together, and Zhao Deji set up a banquet to entertain the three generals. During the dinner, he never mentioned the withdrawal of troops, but only praised the three men for their outstanding military exploits, especially calling Yue Pengju "unparalleled in loyalty and bravery."
During the banquet, the monarch and his ministers were enjoying themselves, and there was no trace of murderous intent. Zhao Deji personally toasted to the three of them and sighed: "Since I crossed to the south, I have devoted myself so much to the country that my hair turned gray before I was forty years old. Fortunately, the situation of the country is different now. In the past, the fourth prince was extremely evil and immoral. I already knew that he would never become a great person..."
At this point, the three of them all roughly understood Zhao Deji's purpose. This meant that the country was consolidated, and the Kingdom of Jin could no longer threaten half of the country in the southeast. With the country consolidated, what should the powerful generals do? Naturally, it means handing over military power.
Zhang Jun first rushed to express his position: "The soldiers and horses in the world are your Majesty's soldiers and horses. When there is a war, I should fight bravely to kill the enemy and serve the country. If there is no war, I just want to be an old man enjoying peace and happiness..."
Zhao Deji was very satisfied. Naturally, Han Zhongliang could not talk as rhetorically as Zhang Jun, but faced with the emperor's intention to withdraw military power, he had to express his stance and support.
Zhao Deji finally turned to Yue Pengju. Han and Zhang also looked at Yue Pengju, but they saw that he was unhurried and calm: "I am a farmer, and it is only thanks to the emperor's reward that I have become a high official and well-paid. I have been fighting for many years. The river of killing has long been considered. I have already thought about my sins. I am tired of the war. I only think about the time of peace. I should go to the temple to chant sutras for the souls of the dead and be reborn. Now, my subordinates Wang Gui, Zhang Xian and others are loyal, brave and resourceful, and they are worthy of great responsibilities. , I wish to return to Donglin Temple for seclusion, and seek your majesty’s permission…”
Zhao Deji had always known that Yue Pengju had a strong temperament, and had already prepared to deal with the anger and venting he would have after he withdrew his troops. However, he was still shocked when he heard that he did not express any resentment or complain, but just openly declared that he would convert to Buddhism.
Zhang Jun and Han Zhongliang were also surprised.
Zhao Deji's eyes fell on Yue Pengju's silk brocade robe. He had known Yue Pengju for many years, and it was the first time he saw him dressed like this. He only said: "Today Yang Yizhong has been defeated. Yue Qing knows best about the war between the two rivers. The world is still uncertain. Besides, How can you talk about going into seclusion when you are so young? The country of Song Dynasty still needs the protection of the country’s minions..."
"How dare I refuse to ask for what the country needs?"
Zhao Deji was very satisfied with this answer.
Yue Pengju had nothing else to say, so Zhao Deji praised the three of them again. After retreating from the court, he summoned Hua Rong. Since they were in the harem, Yue Pengju naturally could not come with him, so he had to wait in the outer hall.
Zhao Deji was more eager to meet Hua Rong than to meet the three generals. It could be said that he was impatient. Without him, of course Hua Rong would have given birth to a son despite being terminally ill.
In the harem, Hua Rong was already accompanied by Zhang Yingying and other female family members. Thinking back to the beginning, there was still the Queen Mother and others, but now things have changed, the Queen Mother has gone, Wanwan has also gone, Hua Rong feels deeply sad, and only mourns for the Queen Mother They saluted and offered incense, and then followed Zhang Yingying to the Nuang Pavilion to wait. Although she and Zhang Yingying had never been friends, they had known each other for many years. Zhang Yingying had experienced the ups and downs of these years since she got married, and she had long lost her suspicion. Her son was white, fat and cute. She was so happy that she kept teasing her. She was envious and sad at the same time. She thought to herself, how great would it be if she had such a son
While they were talking, they heard officials approaching, and everyone hurriedly saluted. Hua Rong also held her son in her arms and saluted.
Zhao Deji said "no courtesy" and personally offered seats for Hua Rong and his son to sit down. He couldn't wait to look at the child. The child was fat and strong, with cute jade snow, and his facial features were like those of Yue Pengju. He didn't know what it was like, and he couldn't wait to see the child. Envy and jealousy, I just wish that this son was my own.
Looking at Hua Rong again, I saw that she was energetic and radiant. She was wearing a well-cut Shu brocade dress and a set of red jewelry. Rich and mature beauty that I have never seen before.
It is the unique charm of women after childbirth. After experiencing the pain of childbirth, her previous haggardness and weakness have all disappeared, replaced by a 100% female brilliance, compared with the purity of a girl, The young woman's charm has an indescribable and comprehensive sense of beauty. It is even three-thirds more beautiful than any beauties he has ever seen in his life - a perverted mentality of not getting and jealousy surges up, it is simply unstoppable, so good For a while, I couldn't make a sound.
Hua Rong saw the strange look in his eyes and was already on guard. Zhang Yingying coughed when she saw him losing her composure. Only then did Zhao Deji wake up and asked eagerly: "Rong'er, the doctors said you are in poor health, why can you survive without taking medicine?" Heal?”
Hua Rong said calmly: "I really want to thank the officials for the precious Ganoderma lucidum. Hua Rong's body can be cured. It's all because of His Majesty's kindness."
Zhao Deji naturally refused to give up and asked again: "Rong'er, can you recall what other drugs you have taken?"
"I only took Ganoderma lucidum and tiger bones. I don't know how many good things were wasted for a year, and I was able to save my life..." She smiled sweetly, "A few medicines from Dr. Wang also contributed a lot..."
Zhao Deji naturally had nothing to say at this point. He knew how many times Wang Jixian had taken medicine, but it did not help him. Seeing his expression, Hua Rong said slowly: "If it weren't for the official's great kindness back then, Hua Rong would have died long ago. If you die, how can you be today? There is a saying that I don’t know whether to say or not..."
When Zhao Deji heard her mention the past events, he thought for a moment and sighed: "Rong'er, we are old friends. If you have anything to say, you might as well say it directly."
"Back then, Hua Rong was rewarded with Ganoderma lucidum from the government, and Pengju hunted tigers in the mountains, and was able to survive from a desperate situation. Maybe the combination of these two has magical effects, so I don't dare to suggest it lightly..."
Zhao Deji was startled when he heard this, and then he was overjoyed: "How come I never thought of this? Tiger bones are naturally abundant..."
"I guess we need fresh tiger bones. Tigers are rare around Lin'an..."
"What's so difficult about this? You can go to other places to find it..." He immediately ordered the eunuch Zhang who was on duty today to arrange for hunting fresh tigers.
Zhao Deji was overjoyed after receiving this suggestion, and said: "Rong'er, you and your wife have fought for the country and made great achievements. You, a heroic heroine, went to battle to kill the enemy in person. I will reward you heavily..."
Zhao Deji had another reward for Hua Rong and his son, and Hua Rong did not refuse at all. He accepted them all, thanked him, and then said casually: "Hua Rong was visiting Hangzhou these days and saw a garden that was exquisite and beautiful..."
"If you like it, I will reward you."
Hua Rong was overjoyed: "Thank you so much, officials..."
Zhao Deji saw the joy and brilliance brought by wealth in her eyes, and felt a little regretful. He just thought, this woman had awakened too late. Why did she wait until she got married and had children to know the beauty of wealth? Zhao Deji faced the harem makeup every day. After carefully looking at Hua Rong from head to toe, he found that every detail revealed luxury. She was definitely not dressed in a hurry. She was dressed meticulously. Dangbi has always been known for her beauty. Xiao Liu and Zhang Yingying are even better.
Hua Rong and her son thanked her and left. Zhao Deji watched her figure walking away. When he turned around, he heard Zhang Yingying sigh: "Mrs. Yue was so diligent and frugal in her early years. Now she has a silk brocade upper body. In addition to being very talented, she is even more gorgeous. It's hard to tell. She is a woman in her thirties..."
Hua Rong is several years older than Zhang Yingying, Wu Jinnu and others. Zhang Yingying sighed unintentionally, but Zhao Deji heard it, but felt something else. Everyone said that Yue Pengju was diligent and thrifty, and shared the joys and sorrows with the soldiers. Just look at his wife. This luxurious clothing shows that he is mostly for fame and reputation. And he himself also wears exquisite robes. Who can truly remain unwavering in the presence of high officials and generous salaries? Recalling what Eunuch Kang had reported at Dongting Lake, Hua Rong had become more and more extravagant and liked "beautiful clothes and exquisite delicacies". He even sighed: "In this world, is there really any woman who can endure the hardships for many years? Especially a woman with some beauty will not be content with wearing a jingchai skirt forever... "
Zhang Yingying naturally knew that he was "greedy but not ambitious, ambitious but not greedy", but she did not dare to say more, and she was not sure what the emperor's husband had in mind for Hua Rong and his wife, and she was thinking about how to do it against his will. After saying a few words of flattery, I saw Zhao Deji walking to the high platform in front and looking in the direction of the north gate.
She followed, and from here, she could clearly see Yue Pengju and his wife leaving the palace with their children in their arms. The man was heroic, the woman was handsome, and the baby was plump and cute. Zhao Deji saw it, especially Yue Pengju. , majestic and heroic, with a series of great victories, he can be called the most stalwart man in the empire. But after he died, the words "majestic" and "stunt" were completely insulated from him. He saw that he was furious, but he was filled with anger. An extremely awkward and despicable lust: "She" is so plump and beautiful. If it were her, could a miracle happen and give birth to a son for him
… … …
"The official family..."
Zhang Yingying screamed three times in a row before Zhao Deji turned around. Zhang Yingying felt shuddered when she saw his strange look. She naturally knew that Xiao Liu was favored and the official family could seize the family aunt, but would they covet her? The general's wife? But the little Liu family was robbed before they even got married, so it wouldn't cause much repercussions. But Yue Peng's reputation spread all over the world, and he was powerful in the north and south. The emperor coveted the wife of a high-ranking official. Wouldn't it bring shame to the world? She reluctantly comforted herself, but based on her understanding of the emperor's character over the years, she felt a little chilled. However, seeing Zhao Deji's lustful eyes, she was speechless for a moment.
Zhao Deji showed a smile on his face: "When I look at Hua Rong, her beauty is even better than before. Maybe it's because I gave birth to a son. My body is much plumper and no longer as dry as before..."
Zhang Yingying didn't dare to join him in commenting on the appearance of the minister's wife. However, she didn't dare to show any fear. According to the habit she had developed under the pressure of many years, she said obediently: "Maybe."
"I'm thinking, my harem is full of beauties, but why are they infertile? Maybe it's because they often stay in the palace and have weak bones, making it difficult for them to conceive... "