Chang Yi's expression turned sour, "It's a good deal for the Liu family."
Zhu Lan chuckled, "The better the Liu family is, the better Yudie will be. Yushuang and Yudie are sisters. The Liu family won't be greedy, and Liufeng won't be greedy for the credit. Don't be jealous."
Chang Yi just didn't want to give up. He wanted his son-in-law to have the best. He didn't want his son-in-law anymore. "Mingrui never missed a lesson to the orphans in Zhuangzi. He really likes teaching and educating people."
Zhulan also noticed that every time Mingrui came back from the manor, he seemed to be sublime, with bright eyes. "If he likes it, let him choose it himself."
Chang Yi smiled and said, "It would be great for this kid to go to the Ministry of Rites."
Zhulan looked at Changyi and said, "Let's talk about it when the time comes. Mingrui is still young."
I am worried if my own children are too outstanding. Even if the family is divided in the future, Mingrui will still have the surname Zhou. He has outstanding older brothers and uncles who are working hard. The royal family has allocated only so many resources to the Zhou family. I would not even dare to dream of having all my children occupy high positions.
Zhulan feels sorry for Mingrui. This child is so sensible that he is already planning his future choices.
Zhulan didn't want to talk about her grandson anymore, so she asked, "Keqi has been staying at your manor for a few days. Shouldn't you take him back? How can you let a guest stay at your manor?"
Chang Yi touched his nose, "My son asked him to come back and live here. He said that the manor is nice. You also know that the rules of the Marquis' Mansion are strict. He is not comfortable living there. There is the Zhao family in the manor. Although they are not related by blood, they get along well with Qiu Niang."
Zhulan didn't force it after hearing this, "This child has been living alone for a long time, he is really used to being free."
Chang Yi said: "He is also engaged. They will get married when he returns from this study tour. I will give a betrothal gift then."
"As you should. You have been taking care of this child. When the time comes, you can send the gifts from the mansion over as well."
Chang Yi: "Yeah."
In the Qin Palace, Rongchuan chatted with his third uncle, "It's been so cold lately, third uncle, take care of yourself and don't catch a cold."
The third uncle comes to the palace to see Xiaer every day. He is really worried about his uncle's health.
Ning Xu was content with having a grandson. "My health is fine, Xia'er is fine, I eat well and sleep well."
Rong Chuan, "I was worried about Xia'er's health, but I didn't expect that the fever has dropped and she hasn't gotten sick. The child has recovered a lot."
"It's not in vain that I've spent so much time recuperating. When I grow up, my body will be stronger."
Then he will be able to take the child back. Alas, the Ninghou Mansion is deserted now. At his age, he doesn't like to find a concubine. The concubines are living a life of retirement, which makes the mansion even more boring.
Rong Chuan asked, "I didn't go to see Ning Ming after I left the palace. Is Ning Ming okay?"
"This kid is well prepared and has a strong mind. He's fine. You don't have to worry about him."
Rong Chuan thought of Xue Han's words and asked with a smile, "Is the Yu family still making trouble?"
Ning Xu's eyes were filled with sarcasm. "Why not make a fuss? The Yu family is declining. There is no one left who can do anything. The family business is almost ruined. How could they let go of Ning Ming, this piece of fat meat?"
Rong Chuan raised his eyebrows, "Uncle didn't knock?"
Ning Xu, "Children have to grow up. Besides, this is Ning Ming's uncle's family, so just leave it to Ning Ming. If you can't handle this matter well, don't pursue a career in politics. It's better to be a rich and noble son, so as not to end this line of inheritance."
Rong Chuan thought for a moment and said, "My father will not agree to Ning Ming being his grandson-in-law."
Ning Xu, "I already knew it, but can you tell me the truth? Why did the Emperor invite your father to the palace a few days ago?"
Rong Chuan didn't know either. He thought his brother would tell him, but he didn't. His father didn't tell him either. Even his father-in-law didn't say a word. He just shook his head and said, "I don't know."
Ning Xu's eyes were filled with disappointment. He was the oldest in the Ning family. Although he had Rongchuan's son as a guarantee, he didn't want to be marginalized. He could feel that the royal family paid more and more attention to Zhou Shuren. He patted Rongchuan on the shoulder and said, "Although you have suffered, good things will come after the hard times. You have a good father-in-law."
Rongchuan also thought so. In his father's heart, the country is the most important. Now that his brother has been appointed as the crown prince, his position in his father's heart has become more backward. However, in his father-in-law's heart, his status has never changed.
At night, Zhulan told Zhou Shuren about the queen's thoughts, "The queen is planning step by step!"
Zhou Shuren paused while reading, "It can only mean that the Queen is in a very bad condition."
Zhulan also guessed, "The prince's wedding is waiting!"
"Oh, if the queen is smart, she should try her best to prevent the prince from getting married."
"The time will not be good, so it is better to postpone the wedding. Anyway, the emperor is in his prime and is not in a hurry to have a grandson."
Zhou Shuren said worriedly, "During these troubled times, if we hadn't continued to develop our navy and establish shipping routes to deter neighboring countries, there wouldn't just be unusual movements on the northeastern border."
Zhulan was worried, "Emissaries from various countries are coming to Beijing to buy grain, and the imperial court is also short of grain."
Zhou Shuren put down the book and said, "The navy of Pinggang will welcome the envoy with artillery tomorrow."
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"To intimidate the envoys who have ulterior motives. Let them see the power and range of advanced artillery."
Last year, when the national treasury was in a tight spot, he did not ask for permission to reduce research on gunpowder. Absolute force is the right to speak.
Zhulan didn't hear Changyi say, "Changyi doesn't know?"
Zhou Shuren nodded, "I don't know, we'll know when he gets to Pinggang."
"It's still a low official position."
Zhou Shuren chuckled, "Only a few high-ranking officials know about this. This is the emperor's trust."
Zhu Lan curled her lips, "Yes, yes, who let Zhou Hou stabilize the country and ensure its security? You are the most valued by the royal family."
Zhou Shuren touched his nose and said, "It's very stressful."
Zhulan stopped smiling. It was a double-edged sword, with both advantages and disadvantages.
The next day, Changzhong did not go to the academy because he received news that the fourth prince was coming. The news was delivered early in the morning, and Changzhong sent someone to the Qin Palace to invite Lu Jiaqing.
Lu Jiaqing's face was frostbitten. "Why did you ask me to come here, sir?"
Changzhong, "It's hard for me to invite you now."
Lu Jiaqing was embarrassed. "I just entered the Prince Qin's mansion and am following the guard. It is not convenient for me to leave the mansion often."
Changzhong shook his head, "You said you've become my disciple, so why don't you just stay with Shenxing? Why do you have to go to the Qin Palace? How old are you? Look at your face, it's all frostbitten. Have you been on guard recently?"
Lu Jiaqing, "This is a training, and we agreed to go to the Qin Palace at the beginning. I am not a person who breaks my promise."
Changzhong did not point out Lu Jiaqing's thoughts. This man has a secret. It is not easy to enter the Qin Palace, and they will not accept young people. Lu Jiaqing can take a shortcut to enter the Qin Palace through martial arts in the future. This kid is thinking about this.
Chang Zhong motioned Lu Jiaqing to sit down, and then he leaned back without any manners, "Today is a good day for you, the Fourth Prince is coming to the mansion."
Lu Jiaqing was stunned for a moment, pursed his lips, and said, "Thank you."
Chang Zhong waved his hands, his eyes sharp, "If you endanger the Zhou family, I will show no mercy."
Lu Jiaqing said seriously, "I will never harm the Zhou family."
He only wanted to seek justice and revenge for his mother.