The grass in the factory should be plucked

Jiang Li asked: "Is he really the son of the late emperor?"

Xie Changan nodded slightly: "It should be true. It is impossible for the royal family to confuse the bloodline of the previous emperor."

Jiang Li asked curiously, "Do you think he knew his life story long ago, or did he find out about it recently?"

Xie Changan frowned slightly: "If he knew about it long ago, and only came to acknowledge his ancestry now, his intention must be great."

"Could it be that he still wants to usurp the throne? Now is not a good time to rebel!"

Jiang Li lay there comfortably, letting Zhen'er and Zhu'er massage her hands and feet.

When Nangong Qinghe was the crown prince, his reputation among scholars and common people was already very high.

After ascending the throne, he worked diligently and loved his people. The series of policies he promulgated were all beneficial to the country and the people and promoted the economy. The Great Chu was thriving.

Not to mention that he has already grasped the power of aristocratic families, military generals and other forces in his hands. Even the powerful ministers have to submit to him. There are also talented people like Jiang Li, Shen Muchun, Mo Qilang and others who are helping him with all their might. No matter how you look at it, he is the emperor destined by heaven.

How can Nangong Yonghe, a powerless prince who has just returned to the royal family, usurp the throne?

Xie Changan said: "If you have a plan, you must have something to rely on."

I just don't know what he relies on?

Jiang Li sighed: "If an enemy comes, we will fight him. If a flood comes, we will stop it. Maybe he just wants to be a rich and idle king."

She also wanted to conquer southern Xinjiang, wipe out the Miao Gu, and then live a wealthy and idle life.

Who wants to worry and scheme all day long?

Xie Changan smiled slightly: "That's the best."

The convoy had been walking for most of the day, and the gate of the capital city was in sight.

Jiang Li got off the carriage and came to the front of the King of Wei's carriage with Xie Chang'an. He bowed and said, "Your Highness has come to greet us. We are overwhelmed with fear. Please report to the emperor that we will return to the palace first, tidy up our appearance, and then enter the palace to see the emperor."

Nangong Yonghe nodded and said, "Yes."

The two teams parted ways here and returned home.

Soon, they arrived at the Jing'an Marquis Mansion.

At this time, the mansion had been newly decorated, with a towering vermilion gate and a pair of stone lions standing on both sides. On the plaque in front of the gate was inscribed four large characters "Jing'an Marquis Mansion", which was personally bestowed by the emperor.

Aunt Lian, along with her maids and servants, had been waiting outside the door early.

Seeing Jiang Li getting off the carriage, she stepped forward with tears in her eyes, hugged her and cried, "My sweetheart, little Li Nu, you are finally back!"

Jiang Li said with a smile: "Aunt, I ate well and had fun outside. Look, have I gained weight?"

Aunt Lian wiped away her tears and looked at her carefully.

The girl in front of me is as pretty as a fairy, and looks extremely beautiful.

The word "thinner" was on the tip of her tongue, but she couldn't say it and swallowed it back.

Aunt Lian said angrily, "You just want to play around. You act like a crazy girl all day long. Be careful that Master Xie will dislike you."

Jiang Li chuckled and said, "He just likes crazy girls. If you don't believe me, ask him."

Xie Changan also came over with a smile and greeted Aunt Lian.

Aunt Lian quickly returned the greeting: "Thanks to you for taking care of me along the way!"

Xie Changan smiled and said, "It is my responsibility."

Isn't it his job as a husband to take care of his wife?

Jiang Li asked, "Are you going back to your house, or to my place?"

Xie Changan smiled and said, "Let's go back to your house first. I heard from Uncle Zhou that our garden is very beautiful. After we return from the palace, can you and I go see it together?"

Jiang Li jumped for joy: "Okay, okay!"

She was also looking forward to it very much. She wondered how beautiful the garden that Mo Qilang and Master Ji had worked so hard to create would be.

The crowd surrounded the two of them and led them into the Marquis' Mansion.

The mansion has been expanded several times, and the main courtyard where Jiang Li lives has been renovated according to the specifications of the marquis. It has carved beams and painted rafters, and is paved with brocade. There are valuable calligraphy and paintings hanging on the walls, soft carpets on the floor, and all kinds of rare and antiques awarded by the palace. It is extremely luxurious.

Jiang Li clicked her tongue: "Aunt, each of these items can be sold for a good price. If you just leave them like this, aren't you afraid of thieves stealing them?"

Aunt Lian smiled and said, "No matter how much they are worth, they are meant for people to use. My Lord is rich, so he can certainly afford these things."

Jiang Li was stunned by Aunt Lian's attitude of "regarding wealth as floating clouds". She thought to herself that she was worthy of being her mother's personal maid. She was used to the wealth of the Fang family, which made her seem unworldly.

The girl still had to go to the palace to meet the emperor, so Aunt Lian quickly ordered the preparation of fragrant soup for the girl to take a bath. At the same time, she instructed the kitchen to quickly prepare some desserts and soups so that the girl and the emperor could fill their stomachs before entering the palace.

After Jiang Li and the other man bathed and changed their clothes into official uniforms, they hurried into the palace to meet the emperor.

When they entered the palace, the person who came to greet them was Yin Jiu!

Jiang Li was surprised and happy.

After Xie Chang'an left Dongchang, Yin Jiu did not follow him to Jinyiwei because he was assigned to the eunuchs. Instead, he was transferred to serve under Liao Dugong.

"Brother Yinjiu!" Jiang Li came forward excitedly, "Why are you here to pick us up?"

Yin Jiu was also very happy to see them: "Sixteen... No, Lord Hou, thank you for your hard work along the way!"

Jiang Li chuckled: "Brother Yinjiu, you should still call me Sixteenth Sister in private."

Yin Jiu scratched his head: "I dare not!"

Xie Changan smiled and said, "Did the governor send you to serve the emperor?"

Yin Jiu smiled and said, "Yes, I was cultivated by the Governor."

Xie Changan was a little surprised: "Congratulations!"

Is Liao Wuyong training him as his successor?

Generally speaking, the post of the Governor of the East Depot was concurrently held by the Grand Eunuch in charge of the Seal. In the past, Xie Changan was the default successor, but now that he is getting married, it is impossible for him to be the Grand Eunuch in charge of the Seal anymore.

Although Yuanbao is the chief eunuch in front of the emperor and a favorite of the emperor, he does not know martial arts and naturally cannot be qualified for the position of the governor of the East Factory.

Seeing that Yin Jiu was skilled and clever, Liao Wuyong took him with him, trained him, and then assigned him to work for Nangong Qinghe.

Jiang Li was also surprised. So, Yin Jiu would be the future governor of the East Factory?

"Congratulations, Brother Yinjiu. Congratulations, Brother Yinjiu. You have a bright future ahead of you!"

Yin Jiu smiled and said, "It is all thanks to the Marquis."

Because of his good relationship with Jiang Li, Nangong Qinghe attaches great importance to Yin Jiu and often entrusts him with important tasks.

He and Yuanbao, one a scholar and the other a warrior, work together seamlessly.

In the future, these two people will become the leaders of the eunuchs in the harem.

Yin Jiu respectfully brought the two to the imperial study.

"Long live the Holy One, long live the Holy One!"

Jiang Li and the other person bowed respectfully.

Nangong Qinghe was also very happy to see them: "Stand up, and take a seat."

He looked at Jiang Li longingly. After not seeing her for half a year, it seemed like Jiang Li had grown taller?

She was in her official uniform, looking so energetic, lively and bright that he could hardly take his eyes off her.

Yuan Bao coughed softly and stepped forward to serve tea attentively: "My Lord, thank you for your hard work along the way. The Emperor is always thinking about you."

Jiang Li smiled and said, "Your Majesty is busy with many things every day, and he has to worry about us. I am very worried."

Nangong Qinghe turned his infatuated gaze away from Jiang Li and smiled slightly.

"I am very curious about what Ah Li said. Why don't you tell me in detail?"

Jiang Li and the other person then told Nangong Qinghe in detail about their journey north to Mongolia and south to southern Xinjiang.

I could only hear him beaming with joy and excitement.

Hearing that the "Mihun Pond" was extremely dangerous, he couldn't help but frown.

"The Mihun Pond is so dangerous, how can our Great Chu army pass through it?"

Jiang Li said: "I will go to Longmen Tiangong tomorrow to see how Doctor Mo's weapon is developing."

She thought of the sunflower again.

"I wonder if Doctor Shen has managed to cultivate the Xiangyang grass?"

Nangong Qinghe smiled and said, "I heard it's growing very well."

Jiang Li was overjoyed: "That's great!"

Nangong Qinghe was also excited. Under his rule, the destruction of the Southern Barbarians and the unification of southern Xinjiang were just around the corner.

Perhaps, Mongolia and Jurchen can be incorporated into the territory of Chu.

With his achievements in expanding territory, he will be the greatest emperor of the Chu State and his name will go down in history!

"I have ministers like A-Li, it is a blessing for the Great Chu!"

Nangong Qinghe sighed, "Thank you, Qing and A'li, for your great contribution to me. I don't know how to reward you!"

Jiang Li and Xie Changan looked at each other, then both got up and knelt down: "I have an unreasonable request, please grant it, Your Majesty!"

Nangong Qinghe was surprised: "My two lords, please stand up quickly! What do you want? I will grant you everything!"

Xie Changan said: "Now, the Great Chu and the Southern Yi are on the verge of a war. The war in Southern Xinjiang is about to break out. When the time comes, I and Marquis Jing'an will definitely go to Southern Xinjiang again to fight for the Great Chu."

Nangong Qing and Mo Ran, if war breaks out in southern Xinjiang, these two will really be needed to go to the front line.

Jiang Li is the only one who can control the Miao witchcraft.