Shocking! Five men are in love with the same woman!

Ling Yan did not tell He Jin'an about her relationship with He Jingchuan.

Let's wait until He Jingchuan returns and tell him in person.

However, she noticed that He Jin'an looked at her very differently tonight.

We became closer, and I was also quite happy.

This shows that he really doesn't care at all about his brother being her lover!

He was so satisfied and happy with her.

This was something she hadn't expected.

Upon returning to the Crown Prince's residence, they found that Lu Yanqing and Shen Qingchen had been waiting for them for a long time.

Upon seeing them return, the two immediately went up to Lingyan to inquire about her well-being.

But she looked perfectly normal, without a trace of sadness.

The two were very puzzled.

Lingyan noticed their confusion and explained with a smile, "I know what you're thinking, but I can't say much more about this matter. I can only tell you one thing: the person lying in the coffin didn't have a birthmark on their lower back. Do you understand?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Yanqing and Shen Qingchen immediately understood.

That's it!

No wonder she wasn't sad at all!

At the same time, they breathed a sigh of relief.

It's good that He Jingchuan is alright. When they heard the news today, they couldn't believe it and were sad for a long time.

Seeing that the two were still shaken, Lingyan then explained her arrangements to them.

Lu Yanqing and Shen Qingchen had no objections after hearing this.

Tomorrow is the grand court assembly, and the troops will be rewarded.

Therefore, the four of them rested quickly after finishing their discussion.

At this moment, it seems that no one is in the mood to do certain things.

Yet everyone clearly knows that He Jingchuan is still alive.

I don't know why, but they just automatically blocked the idea of ​​doing this from their minds.

...............

The following morning, sunlight streamed through the glazed tiles of the majestic palace, illuminating the solemn hall.

The grand court assembly officially commenced, with the solemn sounds of bells and drums echoing in the air.

Emperor Jingzhao sat upright on the dragon throne, his face resolute and calm, his eyes containing a deep light.

He then slowly stood up, his gaze sweeping over the civil and military officials below the throne.

Then, in a loud and authoritative voice, he said: "In this campaign, our soldiers fought bravely and valiantly, which is why we have achieved such a great victory today. The destruction of the northern desert is a legend forged by our soldiers with courage and wisdom. The capture of the nineteen cities is a fruitful result that they won with their blood and lives. Therefore, this victory belongs to every brave warrior who sacrificed his life for the country, and to every soldier who fought on the battlefield."

His voice echoed in the hall, resonating in the hearts of everyone present.

Then, Emperor Jingzhao's tone became impassioned: "That is precisely why I have decided to reward the three armies!"

His Highness's civil and military officials reacted in various ways upon hearing this exciting news.

The generals stood tall and proud, their eyes gleaming with excitement.

They clenched their fists, a gesture of joy at victory and pride in their military achievements.

The civil officials also showed joy on their faces and nodded slightly, their hearts filled with emotion at this victory.

The main hall was filled with jubilation; the enthusiastic atmosphere seemed to burst through the dome and soar into the sky.

Looking at the reactions of his ministers, Emperor Jingzhao continued, "For this reward, I will bestow generous amounts of gold and silver upon the soldiers of the three armies. Those who have made outstanding contributions in battle will be granted mansions and fertile land, so that their families can live a prosperous life. For the soldiers who have died in battle, I will also give their families generous pensions, so that they can feel my care even in the afterlife."

As Emperor Jingzhao finished speaking, the atmosphere in the entire hall reached its climax.

The civil and military officials all knelt down and shouted, "Your Majesty is wise! Long live the Emperor!"

The sound was like ocean waves, crashing against every corner of the hall.

Immediately afterwards, Emperor Jingzhao's majestic voice rang out in the hall again: "In this great battle, the Fifth Prince deserves the greatest credit. He has demonstrated extraordinary strategy and fearless courage on the battlefield. Therefore, I have decided to bestow upon the Fifth Prince the title of Prince of the First Rank."

Upon hearing this, a chorus of exclamations erupted in the hall.

Although the officials had anticipated this, they were still very surprised.

Upon hearing this, the Fifth Prince stepped out from among the officials. He was dressed in magnificent court robes and stood tall and straight like an ancient pine tree.

He had a handsome face and eyes that revealed composure and wisdom.

He knelt respectfully and performed a grand salute: "Your subject thanks Your Majesty for your great kindness."

Emperor Jingzhao looked at the Fifth Prince with eyes full of satisfaction and expectation.

He then added, "In addition to the title of Prince of the First Rank, I have also decided to bestow upon the Fifth Prince a mansion located in the most prosperous area of ​​the capital. This place is vast, with pavilions and towers scattered in a well-organized manner. The garden is full of exotic flowers and rare plants, artificial hills, and flowing water. The buildings in the mansion are all exquisitely carved and painted."

"Furthermore, I will bestow upon him ten thousand taels of gold, a thousand bolts of fine silk and satin, and a thousand acres of superior fertile land. Finally, I will grant the Fifth Prince a pardon, which will protect him from the death penalty in life-or-death situations. No matter what crime he commits, he can save his life with this pardon."

Emperor Jingzhao bestowed one reward after another, each one demonstrating his extraordinary regard and affection for the Fifth Prince.

All the civil and military officials in the hall listened quietly, and feelings of envy and respect for the Fifth Prince arose spontaneously in their hearts.

The Fifth Prince, on the other hand, looked grateful and solemn, knowing full well the meaning and responsibility behind these rewards.

In truth, the Fifth Prince did not actually want these rewards.

Compared to all of this, he would rather He Jingchuan live peacefully.

However, he also knew that failing to reward merit would discourage the soldiers.

He then expressed his gratitude with great respect and flattery, saying, "Your subject thanks Your Majesty for the reward."

The officials listened to these rewards, including the title of a first-rank prince, which was the highest among all the princes except for the Crown Prince.

These things were nothing, and they quickly accepted them.

But this get-out-of-jail-free card...

Is it possible that some of the suggestions were not well thought out?

Indeed, the Fifth Prince deserves this reward for his achievements.

But wasn't it a bit too easy to give it away?

Some court officials were extremely uncomfortable and dissatisfied.

But seeing that His Highness the Crown Prince had no objection whatsoever, and that they couldn't stir up any trouble, they had no choice but to give up.

Emperor Jingzhao then rewarded the soldiers according to their rank and the magnitude of their contributions in this great battle.

After all the rewards and honors were distributed, a somber mood instantly settled over Emperor Jingzhao's face.

His voice, slow and heavy, echoed in the hall: "The great victory in this battle is also thanks to Minister He Jingchuan. Minister He was devoted to his country and devoted himself to the cause on the battlefield. It is a pity that he has sacrificed his life for the country."

At this point, Emperor Jingzhao's voice trembled slightly, a deep sorrow from the bottom of his heart.

"Therefore, I have decided to posthumously confer upon him the title of Marquis of Dingbian, a first-rank official. Moreover, I will build a magnificent shrine for him in the most solemn sacrificial site in the capital. The shrine will be built with the finest marble as its foundation, and the pillars will be thick and towering, engraved with the achievements of Minister He throughout his life."

"In the ancestral hall, I will also order court painters to paint a portrait of Minister He, so that people all over the world can admire his demeanor. Furthermore, I will send special sacrificial personnel to burn incense and pray for Minister He in the ancestral hall every day, so that his spirit in heaven may rest in peace."

"For Minister He's funeral, I will also hold it with the rites of a state funeral, and the coffin will be made of the most precious golden nanmu wood."

"In addition to these, I will also bestow upon Minister He's younger brother, He Jin'an, ten magnificent mansions, three thousand acres of fertile land, five hundred thousand taels of silver, twenty boxes of jewelry, calligraphy, paintings, medicinal herbs, and various silks and satins."

Emperor Jingzhao bestowed one reward after another, each one containing his remembrance of He Jingchuan and his expectations for He Jin'an.

The entire hall was immersed in a solemn and dignified atmosphere, and all the civil and military officials felt the profound emotions.

Such posthumous honors are truly unique in the world.

General He's spirit in heaven must be feeling gratified and comforted.