After rebirth, the daughter of the marquisate went crazy

Whenever their national strength became stronger, they would send troops to Daqing and want to take over Daqing's territory. Even the border areas that were considered desolate by Daqing were coveted by them. That was a plain area. With such a vast plain, how many people could be fed by growing crops?

Five years ago, the current King of Nanyue ascended the throne, carried out vigorous reforms, and appointed talented people. In just five years, the national strength of Nanyue increased a lot. Emperor Jingyou was afraid that they would think of using military force against Daqing again. Sure enough, his worry came true. Fortunately, the eldest prince was very competitive this time, won a big victory, and suppressed the arrogance of Nanyue.

The ministers congratulated Emperor Jingyou with smiles on their faces, "Congratulations, Your Majesty, congratulations, Your Majesty! The eldest prince is extremely brave. With the eldest prince here, the Kingdom of Nanyue will surely not be able to cause any trouble!"

"Yes, the eldest prince has made such great achievements, which has brought honor to our Daqing! From now on, let's see if those southern barbarians dare to set their sights on our Daqing!"

"Yes, yes, the First Prince is a genius, worthy of being your Majesty's eldest son. He has inherited your Majesty's bravery and wisdom. With the First Prince here, the Southwest no longer needs to worry!"

Emperor Jingyou was delighted to hear these courtiers praising his son and himself in various ways. He smiled and said, "The war report says that Nanyue is frightened by the defeat this time and has proposed peace talks with Daqing. They are also sending a princess to marry as a token of friendship between the two countries."

"The boss and the envoys from South Vietnam will be arriving soon. Lord Zhao, your Ministry of Rites must make careful preparations for welcoming the envoys and princess from South Vietnam."

Minister Zhao bowed respectfully and said, "I will make careful preparations for welcoming the foreign envoys."

At this time, Shen Mingxiu suddenly bowed and said, "Please allow me to prepare for this matter with Lord Zhao."

"My eldest brother is so formidable. As his younger brother, I naturally have to do something for him. I'm thinking of working with Lord Zhao to prepare a lively ceremony to welcome my eldest brother's glorious return!"

Emperor Jingyou still had a smile on his face. "Oh, since you have such a heart, I will grant you your wish."

Shen Mingxiu's eyes lit up, "Thank you, Father. I will follow Lord Zhao and do everything well."

Emperor Jingyou nodded, and Shen Mingxiu followed Minister Zhao out to discuss the matter of welcoming the eldest prince and foreign envoys.

Half a month later, the eldest prince and a group of envoys appeared outside the Donghua Gate of Kyoto City.

This time, Shen Mingxiu, the second prince, the fifth prince, and Prime Minister Lu led the ministers to welcome him, and Emperor Jingyou did not go out of the palace to greet him in person.

The eldest prince was wearing a bright armor, with a fair face and a strong face that was majestic and imposing. He rode on a tall horse, looking at the prosperous and bustling Kyoto City. His eagle-like sharp eyes were deep and bottomless, as if he was nostalgic, but also seemed to be shining.

Shen Mingxiu saluted with a gentle smile on his face, "Big Brother, you have been traveling for many days and have worked hard. I, under the order of the Emperor, am here with my second and fifth brothers to welcome you back."

"I'd like to congratulate you, my eldest brother. Your heroic deeds are known to the people of Kyoto City, and they have all come to pick you up on their own initiative."

The ministers saluted in unison, "We humble servants greet the Crown Prince and respectfully welcome His Highness back to the court."

The eldest prince's sharp eyes swept over the three princes. He didn't even show any intention of dismounting. "My brothers, thank you for your hard work and for coming to pick me up."

Shen Mingxiu smiled and said, "Brother, father has been waiting in the palace for a long time."

The eldest prince nodded, "Okay, I'll go see father first."

"I'll trouble you all to serve as the envoy of South Vietnam."

Shen Mingxiu nodded and said, "Don't worry, my dear brother. The accommodations for the envoys and the princess have already been prepared."

The eldest prince nodded slightly and said, "That's good." As he said that, he kicked his horse's belly and headed towards the palace with his subordinates.

When they arrived at the palace gate, the eldest prince dismounted, told his subordinates to stay in his own palace first, and then he quickly entered the palace.

In the imperial study, Emperor Jingyou had already instructed Eunuch Dequan to greet him at the door.

Led by Eunuch Dequan, the eldest prince entered the imperial study. Once inside, he took off his helmet and knelt down. "Father, your Majesty, I am back. I am unfilial and have not served you for many years. Please punish me, Your Majesty."

Emperor Jingyou hurriedly stood up and helped him up personally. He looked him up and down, "Good boy, you have shown the greatest filial piety by guarding the southwestern border for Daqing. Get up quickly."

"Let me take a good look. Not bad, you've become stronger and grown up!" Emperor Jingyou patted the eldest prince's armor with emotion, with excitement in his eyes.

The eldest prince was moved to tears, looking at Emperor Jingyou with full admiration, "Father, your son has lived up to your expectations and finally returned to report."

As he spoke, the eldest prince knelt again and handed over a memorial, "Father, this is a detailed memorial on this war. Please review it."

Emperor Jingyou took the memorial and handed it to Eunuch Dequan beside him. He helped the eldest prince up again and said happily, "You have just returned. There is no need to rush about official matters. Please tell me how you have been in the southwest these past few years. Have you suffered any injuries in the battle against the Kingdom of Nanyue?"

The eldest prince Shen Ye was the first child of Emperor Jingyou. Although he was not born in the queen's womb, he was his first child after all, and Emperor Jingyou poured a lot of fatherly love into him. It was only after Shen Yanli was born that the favor of Shen Ye and Concubine De gradually diminished.

The eldest prince was very smart since he was a child, knowledgeable, and proficient in both civil and military affairs. Concubine De had high expectations for him and was very strict in his education. The eldest prince also worked hard and secretly joined the army at the age of fifteen, and really made a name for himself. He hid his identity in the barracks and was promoted to the position of a thousand households in two years due to his military merits. Only then did Emperor Jingyou entrust the security of the southwestern border to him.

He stayed in the southwest for five years. Five years ago, he was only eighteen years old. At that time, the war for the throne of Nanyue had spread to the border between the two countries. The relationship between the two countries was very tense. The second prince of Nanyue, who is now the emperor of Nanyue, launched a large-scale military campaign against Daqing in order to increase his bargaining chips in the fight for the throne. Daqing suffered repeated defeats. It was at this time that the eldest prince personally asked to go to the southwest.

After the eldest prince arrived in the southwest, he won several consecutive victories, which finally calmed down South Vietnam. In the past few years, although he was unable to capture the territory of South Vietnam in the southwest, he also defended the border tightly and never suffered a large-scale defeat again.

This great victory once again suppressed South Vietnam’s arrogance, and it was also a great joy that it requested to sign peace talks for the first time.

Emperor Jingyou was still very satisfied with his son.

The eldest prince said excitedly, "I am not injured. I am fine."

There was the sound of a wheelchair rolling, and the eldest prince saw Shen Yanli sitting in the wheelchair. He saluted him and said, "Brother, congratulations."

A different emotion flashed in the eldest prince's eyes, and he asked with concern, "Third brother, is your leg feeling better?"

Shen Yanli looked calm, "Thank you for your concern, big brother. I'm much better now."