From a son-in-law to a favorite of the empress

Chapter 357

On the third day after Empress Zhaojing received the news, which was the tenth day of June, the official report also arrived in Shenjing.

The officials of the court were shocked to learn that Zhou Yuan had come back to life and defeated Zhang Bailong's 200,000 troops, which established the situation in the Central Plains in one fell swoop.

Faked death? Undercover? Is there such a thing?

After hearing the news, Yang Guozhong and other cabinet ministers were stunned, closed their eyes and thought for a long time, and finally sighed.

"The rise of Crouching Dragon cannot be stopped by human power. With less than 10,000 casualties, he can annihilate 300,000 enemies. What else can we say?"

"This time, Zhou Yuan fought so beautifully. The rise of military merit is unstoppable. Your Majesty has more right-hand men. In the struggle between the power of the prime minister and the power of the monarch, we will be at a disadvantage."

At the same time, the professional section of the "Dajin Times" made a detailed report and analysis of the situation in the Central Plains and Zhou Yuan's strategy. The people of Shenjing, who were already worried about the situation in the Central Plains, were shocked for a while when they saw this report.

"Zhongwu Bo is worthy of being the contemporary Zhuge Liang. In this battle, he has many wits and plans, and he defeated the strong with the weak. He can be said to be a famous general of his time."

"With Zhongwu Bo here, the Central Plains is stable. What is there to fear from the enemies in the south and the north?"

"I heard that during the decisive battle in Funiu Mountain, Zhongwu Bo held a big knife and rushed back and forth in the enemy's formation, killing no less than a hundred enemies. He was extremely brave!"

"I heard that Zhongwu Bo rushed into the enemy's formation with a knife, and he killed thousands of people in half an hour like chopping watermelons. He is really a god!"

"It is said that among the 300,000 peasant soldiers, a small part was killed by Zhongwu Bo himself. He is a contemporary god of war!"

"Zhongwu Bo should be taken to Jizhou. It is not a problem for him to recapture Shenzhou single-handedly."

At this moment, Zhou Yuan's prestige in Shenjing reached a new peak.

As the so-called scholars worry about the country, they have been paying attention to the situation in the Central Plains. They were already disheartened, but when they heard about the changes in the Central Plains, they were overjoyed and praised Zhou Yuan as a wise general.

"Sister Jianjia, you have caused me so much trouble!"

Princess Qinshui took Zhao Jianjia's hand and said with a wry smile: "I have been worried about your husband for a month, but I didn't expect that he is alive and well and has made such military achievements."

"Since you know about it, why don't you tell me in advance so that I can rest assured."

The visits of the two princesses are common, and Zhao Jianjia is already used to it. They have been getting along for many days and have become very familiar with each other.

But Zhao Jianjia is still a little embarrassed to mention the news about her husband at this moment.

She could only blush and bow her head and said, "Don't blame me, sisters. Although my husband has written to me, he has not mentioned the specific affairs of the Central Plains. Jianjia only knows that my husband is safe."

"Because it involves the overall military situation in the Central Plains and the safety of my husband, Jianjia really dare not disclose the news of my husband. Today, I accompany my two sisters to drink a few more cups, which is considered an apology."

Knowing that the Central Plains had won a victory and her husband was expected to return, Zhao Jianjia's mood was much better.

It has been three months since she left Shenjing in March. After getting married, except for going to Baiyun Mountain, she has never been apart for such a long time!

If I say I miss you, I have long missed you.

But there is no movement in my belly. My husband is now a big family, and he has been on the battlefield many times. He should have had a son long ago.

"Sister, what are you talking about? I never blame you in my heart. I am just happy for you."

Princess Qinshui gently stroked the back of Zhao Jianjia's hand and smiled, "Your husband is a hero who recovered the Central Plains and is the object of worship for the people of Shenjing. It is so lucky for you to have such a husband."

Lucky?

Zhao Jianjia was a little absent-minded. When she married Zhou Yuan, she didn't have such an idea.

Even for a long time, the two of them were not happy to get along. Moreover, Zhao Jianjia knew very well that she had proposed divorce many times and finally forced her husband to agree.

This was like a thorn in her heart. Even though she and her husband had reconciled and loved each other for a long time, she always thought of those unpleasant past events. In addition to regret and guilt, she also had worries.

If her husband brought up the past, how should she face it?

When Zhao Jianjia felt insecure, she was afraid that Zhou Yuan would bring up the past and talk about divorce.

At that time, she would be speechless.

Because she knew this, Zhao Jianjia would work hard on Ningyue. As long as Ningyue also entered the Zhou family, the two sisters would work together and would never lose to others.

As her husband's status became more and more prominent, Zhao Jianjia knew very well that there could not be only these people in the family.

With such a large family, who would not have many wives and concubines and children?

A few days ago, my mother also mentioned this in a letter, and repeatedly warned me not to be a jealous woman. The eldest wife should have the bearing of an eldest wife and take the initiative to take a concubine for her husband, otherwise it would be unworthy of her husband's status and the outside world would gossip.

LookZhao Jianjia couldn't do these things, she could only take good care of Ningyue.

As for other people, such as Qu Ling and Miss Yan, Zhao Jianjia thought she was not as smart as them, so it was better to let things take their own course.

"Sister, what are you thinking about?"

Princess Qinshui's voice interrupted Zhao Jianjia's wild thoughts.

She woke up as if from a dream, and then smiled softly: "It's okay, sister, I just... have some worries..."

Princess Qinshui said: "Tell me if you have any worries. Sister has been in Shenjing for so long, and has seen everything she should have seen. She knows more than you."

Zhao Jianjia opened her mouth and whispered her doubts to Princess Qinshui.

Princess Qinshui frowned upon hearing this, and then lowered her voice and said, "Jianjia, your mother is right. Zhou Yuan is already a Zhongwu Earl. This time he comes back, he will be at least a marquis. There is no one in the whole Jin Dynasty who can be a marquis at the age of 19."

"This is a young nobleman. He wants to have many children. People who ask for mercy will come to you. As the eldest wife, you must put the Zhou family first, not your own feelings."

"Especially, Zhou Yuan is deeply trusted by His Majesty. His Majesty may also arrange a marriage for him. It may be some noble woman, or even a princess."

Zhao Jianjia was stunned for a moment, looked at Princess Qinshui in surprise, and whispered, "Sister, you have a prince consort, right?"

Princess Qinshui The master smiled awkwardly: "Yes, yes, yes. Why do you look at me like this? I, Chen Peixian, may not think highly of Zhou Yuan."

Zhao Jianjia nodded and said: "I understand, sister. It's not about yourself, but the Zhou family."

Princess Qinshui said: "Yes, that's right. Although Zhou Yuan is a young noble, he lacks foundation and still needs to rely on marriage to gain allies."

"You should be prepared. His Majesty may marry him a woman from the royal family, and even Yao."

Zhao Jianjia glared and said: "Yao? Zhou Yuan is an only child, so he has only one room!"

Princess Qinshui smiled and said: "How many rooms there are is up to His Majesty."

Zhao Jianjia pouted and her mood became gloomy again.