Red Mansion and Crimson Pearl

The second prince looked like a ghost, and stretched out his hands blankly to take the scroll of the imperial edict.

Emperor Zhaoming looked at him, his eyes became colder and colder, but his face was smiling warmly. He leaned on his knees with his elbows and approached his second son who was kneeling on the ground:

"Why is Jiro so stupid?

"Do you still think it's a bit strange that the prince should be given the title of Duke? Do you think he should be given the title of Prince?

"Oh, don't feel wronged. Father will explain it to you."

The Second Prince shuddered and came to his senses. He was so frightened that he immediately knelt on all fours and said, "I dare not! I just... didn't expect..."

"I want to personally lead the army to the northwest, but the ministers won't let me." Emperor Zhaoming explained to him seriously, and also to the Empress Dowager, Daiyu, Prince Kejin and others:

"But this is the first major war since I came to power. If I don't go, then one of the princes must go.

"You are the eldest, and you are already sixteen. It is time for you to go to the battlefield for some experience.

"Sanlang, Silang and Qilang are still young and weak, so they will just serve as food deliverymen.

"In this case, when I confer a title on you, your rank cannot be too high.

“Otherwise, if you are the highest-ranking officer in the army, and when it comes time to make important decisions, and you are good at accepting advice, who will listen to you and your advisers, or to the marshals and generals?

"Furthermore, once the war breaks out in the northwest, the southwest and northeast may not stop. Who knows, there may be more fighting.

“You are the battlefield weapon that my father will rely on in the future, and you will definitely follow me from beginning to end.

"If you were crowned a prince at first, how would your father reward you for all the military merits you have won?

"Should I abdicate in advance and let you take my place?"

He spoke in a joking tone and even laughed a few times, but there was a coldness in his eyes, and everyone in the hall saw it!

Prince Kejin's heart skipped a beat.

The Second Prince has been in the palace recently, and has been following the rules and being humble and polite. If you must say that he has violated any taboos -

Then the only one left is Simu who is close to Princess Zhaoqing!

this……

When Prince Kejin thought of Tao Xingjian's angry expression and then looked at Emperor Zhaoming's vicious eyes, sweat instantly broke out on his back!

Princess Zhaoqing...cannot be yearned for!!!

Prince Kejin subconsciously raised his hand to wipe the sweat from his forehead.

Governor of Anqing, who is that?

I don't know, I haven't heard of it...

Such an unknown daughter of a military commander could actually become the principal wife of the second prince!

This is your Majesty’s clear instruction!

Prince Kejin didn't even have time to sympathize with the Second Prince before he shuddered again for himself!

All of Tao Xingjian’s threats are not just threats!

Emperor Zhaoming looked at the Second Prince, who was sweating and terrified, with a smile on his face, then turned to look at Prince Kejin:

"Brother Wang, look, you have been taking care of my stupid son for more than a month, and you still haven't brought him out!

"How can you not tell what is a joke and what is the truth?

"The battlefield is ever-changing, and the first thing to learn in war is 'all is fair in war'!"

He looked at Zang Ao with disdain, "You too, what are you teaching me? To be honest, you are just a personal bodyguard of mine with better martial arts skills.

"You are still teaching on foot - you didn't teach Erlang the art of war, did you? Don't teach my son to be useless!"

Finally, she looked at the second prince with a smile and said, "Your future father-in-law, Zhang Hui, was a teacher of military tactics at the Imperial Academy many years ago.

"I have ordered him to come to the capital to report on his duties, and bring his family with him.

"I heard that your uncle is very good at martial arts, especially riding and shooting, and he is the bravest among the three armies.

"I have also granted the Zhang family a mansion, which is not far from your Duke's Mansion, and it is also convenient for you to seek advice from your uncle."

The second prince's face became increasingly gloomy.

He knew who Zhang Hui was—his grandfather’s mortal enemy, who had stolen his grandfather’s sweetheart. Judging from his mother’s generation, he had to call Zhang Hui his great-uncle…

Moreover, in the words of his grandfather and mother, Zhang Hui was just a Zhao Kuo who was only good at talking about military affairs on paper and making big speeches!

The four sons were sent to various martial arts sects to learn martial arts as if they were picked up.

The youngest daughter was born when the old lady was 43 years old, and she loved her like a treasure.

Moreover, he is three years older than me.

The second prince laughed bitterly in his heart, bowed his head to the ground, and said sincerely: "I will not let my father down, I will practice martial arts well and study hard!

"In the future, we will fight on the battlefield, defend our country, and expand the territory for our Situ family!"

Seeing that he woke up so quickly, Emperor Zhaoming was relieved. He nodded repeatedly and his smile became much kinder.

The empress dowager was sitting nearby, and although she didn't understand what was going on, she sensed that Emperor Zhaoming's attitude toward the second prince was very different from when they were in the capital.

However, this is not the time to talk about this.

The Queen Mother looked at Emperor Zhaoming and said, "You have come a long way and you must be tired. These things are not urgent right now. Go and rest first. Change your clothes.

"We'll talk after dinner."

Emperor Zhaoming nodded in agreement.

Everyone dispersed.

After leaving the hall, Prince Kejin breathed a sigh of relief: I passed this level.

Tao Xingjian's voice followed his thoughts: "Your Majesty, please take care! His Majesty invites you to go soak in the hot springs together to relieve your fatigue!"

Prince Kejin stiffened his body, forced a smile, and agreed, "As you wish."

After returning to Jingfuzhai, the Empress Dowager called Daiyu to ask about what had just happened.

Daiyu thought for a moment and said, "The Second Prince has been in the palace recently, studying with Prince Kejin, Commander Zang, General Zhou, and the officials from various departments who stayed behind. He is very busy studying morning and night."

As soon as the Eastern Palace passed away, he became so active, not knowing how to conceal his strong desire to learn and be curious.

Such a child is either really stupid or impatient and complacent...

No matter which one it is, it is not something a father who is an emperor can tolerate.

The emperor was able to find him a way to learn martial arts and fight wars, which was considered to be a decent thing for him.

"Fortunately, he knew his limits and didn't complain or make a scene. Alas." The Queen Mother shook her head, "I told you long ago that this child was not smart.

"Since ancient times, which fool could sit on the dragon throne?

"It's just right that he doesn't become the crown prince. This will save his life."

Daiyu hummed, and then said, "I have actually heard of this girl that Your Majesty arranged.

“I heard that although he is the youngest in the family, his parents and brothers love him like a treasure, but he is a naturally filial child.

"Mrs. Zhang is old, and Miss Zhang has been in charge of the household affairs for the past three or four years. She has managed the Zhang family in perfect order.

"Plus, the four brothers are both talented in civil and military affairs. As long as the Second Prince gets along well with the Crown Princess and her husband, he will surely receive the full support of the Yue family."

The Queen Mother was relieved, nodded and smiled, "How can a father not love his son? The Emperor has really taken great pains."

Daiyu changed the subject and said a few other words, then helped the empress dowager to lie down and take a rest.

Then he called Tanchun over, turned her back, and gently warned her: "If His Majesty talks to you about your marriage in the next few days, remember, you must not say 'I will never marry again'.

“When a date is set for you, you just listen; when a dowry is prepared for you, you just give thanks.

"For you and me, the best fate is to stay away from the political situation!"