Eastward Flow

Chapter 83

On September 17th, the frost fell, and Yuanzhou City fell into a deep frost.On this day, Le Zhengsu ushered in his [-]th birthday.

As the prospective emperor's husband who was going to get married next year, Le Zhengsu's birthday attracted the attention of many people, so compared to last year, Zhong Lisuo received more gifts this year.If it wasn't for the Dingguo government's unanimous insistence on keeping a low profile, otherwise the group of Yuanzhou nobles would definitely come to get involved and instigate a big deal.

Even so, many people still came to Dingguo Mansion today.

The original Zhenbeihou's Mansion was already as spacious as a Duke's mansion, so Le Zhengqin only changed his title and door plaque, but his residence remained the same.

Le Zhengsu's birthday banquet was held in the west courtyard of the Duke's Mansion, which was the former residence of Princess Chu Xuanning.In order to celebrate the birthday of Zhong Liyan, who replaced her twin sister as the crown prince, and her sister Zhong Licheng, the coronation ceremony was held here.

Emperor Ling gave the crown prince very great power, so the crown prince who was supposed to be crowned in Fengxian Hall and his younger sister were crowned so forcefully.

Perhaps it was fate, once again, 17-year-old Zhong Lisuo held the crowning ceremony at the place where his mother crowned him before his wedding.Thinking of this, Zhong Lisuo was very happy today.

Because it was a pre-marriage crown and He Sheng, many high-ranking officials and dignitaries came to Dingguo's mansion on this day.

As a matchmaker, Minister of Rites will naturally come, and with him is his nephew Yang Yuting.Yang Yuting gave Zhong Lisuo a bow, and then went to find Le Zhengying to reminisce about the old days.Prime Minister Wang also came with his family members, as well as teachers from the Hongwen Museum, such as Cheng Wen and Lin Mengdie.In the royal family came the little princess and the queen.

Xuan Jingchen came early, sitting in the pavilion in the backyard of the reception, the voices of the visitors were a bit quieter.Zhong Lisuo was not so leisurely. Even if she was the queen husband-to-be, as the host of the banquet, she had to receive guests.So all morning, there was no rest.

The little princess came here together with Lin Mengdie. She first met the imperial sister, and after she was seated, she waved to Zhong Lisuo, asked her to come over, and gave her the gift she had prepared.

Maybe it was because the person in front of her was too much like her dead ex-brother-in-law, or maybe it was because the two were about the same age, but the other was about to become her big brother-in-law, so Xuan Jingning twitched.She handed over the score and a box of calligraphy and painting, then looked at Zhong Lisuo and said, "I should have given these to you at the beginning of spring, but the timing has never been right. Anyway, I wish you a happy birthday."

Zhong Lisuo was stunned, looked at the well-behaved little princess in front of him, and took the other party's gift in a daze, before saying: "Thank you, princess, but what does the princess mean by that?"

Xuan Jingning thought about it, and decided to tell her the truth, "Mr. Su, do you still remember what happened in the Yulong Pavilion on the eighth day of the first lunar month? The golden robed guard you met was actually my imperial sister. Later, you went to the Department Office to give gifts , When the gift arrived at my place, I gave it to Miss Huang."

"Sister Huang has been telling me to return the gift to you, but you and I are not familiar with each other, and it is inconvenient to reveal the identity of Sister Huang, so I have been delaying."

"Mr. Su, Sister Huang is very concerned about you. So, don't think too much about it."

Xuan Jingning spoke seriously, and the meaning in his words was to tell Zhong Lisuo not to mind the recent rumors in Yuanzhou City.Even if Le Zhengsu was very similar to Zhong Lisuo, the princess did not hope that there would be a rift between the imperial sister and her future brother-in-law because of this.

Zhong Lisuo looked at the concerned little princess, bent his lips and smiled, "Thank you, princess."

In addition to the guests who could be present, Zhong Limu, who was recuperating in Yunzhou, also sent a congratulatory gift.Now that he has almost cleared the Gu poison, at the end of the year when the kings return to court, they will come from Yunzhou to Zhoucheng, and then the siblings can meet again.Zhong Lisuo was very happy when he heard the news, and specially rewarded the servant sent by King Yunzhong.

When all the guests arrived, a birthday witch show was sung on the stage of the West Court.Xuan Jingchen pulled Zhong Lisuo to sit in the main seat, as if he was already married.All of you present don't understand the position of An Guohou in the emperor's heart at this moment.

After the witch opera was sung, the birthday banquet began.After the distinguished guests had lunch, it was the highlight of Le Zhengsu.

Under the auspices of the master of Taiyi Temple, Dingguo Duke Le Zhengqin crowned Zhong Lisuo, and set the name of Liu Guang.According to Chu's way of calling her, others will call her Liu Guang or Liu Guangsu in the future.

Under Ding Guogong's expectant gaze, Zhonglisuo stood up straight, showing that he was an adult who could already assume the responsibility of being the head of the family.

After the coronation ceremony, the guests dispersed, and the distinguished guests left with the queen's car.

Zhong Lisuo stayed at home tonight, had dinner with his parents, and after eating longevity noodles, was taken to the study by Duke Dingguo to give some instructions before returning to his room.

It is also a full moon tonight, and the bright moonlight shines through the dark clouds, casting a chill all over the place.Wearing a thick robe, Zhong Lisuo followed the attendant carrying the lamp to his door.

As soon as the door was pushed open, a familiar scent came from the tip of the nose.Zhong Lisuo was stunned for a moment, then he stopped and said to the serving maid: "You don't need to wait, let's go down."

As she spoke, she stepped into the door with one foot, turned around and closed the door with her backhand, and then stepped into the room.Going around the screen, I really saw the woman who was supposed to be in the palace tonight.

Zhong Lisuo looked at the woman who was sitting at the head of his bed, reading a book by the lamp, his eyes fell on the cloak she hung beside her, and he said in surprise, "Why are you here? Who came with you."

Zhong Lisuo walked over, just in time to meet Xuan Jingchen's raised eyes, full of joy.Xuan Jingchen put down the book, saw her coming, reached out to hold her, pulled her to sit on the bed together, said with a smile: "Today is your birthday, I should be with you."

Zhong Lisuo lowered his head and smiled, the corners of his mouth could not be suppressed.She took Xuan Jingchen's hand, rubbed the back of his white and tender hand, and said hesitantly: "Then tomorrow morning..."

Xuan Jingchen stretched out his hand, covered her lips, shook his head and said, "Today is your birthday." The implication is to stop mentioning any more disappointing things.

Zhong Lisuo smiled, took her hand from her lips, reached out to embrace her in his arms, and said, "So, Uncle Feng came here with you?"

"Ah."

Zhong Lisuo nodded, and asked again: "I heard from Chief Commander that He Boling has been found. She is looking for He Bo's successor recently?"

"Yes."

"That's great, it'll be a bit safer that way." Zhong Lisuo nodded, and then said, "How's it going back to the north?"

"Lanzhou dispatched troops to the northern border. Cui Jian, the governor of Wanzhou, joined the governor of Lanzhou. They fought a few times at the border to put pressure on Mingoqi. These two people were always preparing to wait for the winter. , Su Bei is isolated and helpless, and he will surrender without fighting." Xuan Jingchen said, thoroughly analyzing the minds of the two courtiers.

Strictly speaking, Xuan Jingchen is an out-and-out strategic wizard in the military, and it is precisely because of this that he is able to win the final victory every time.

Zhong Lisuo nodded, "With Qing's current financial resources, this is the only way to go." It's best to keep the battle within a few rounds, so that the opponent is so afraid that he can no longer rebel.

The barbarians and the Chinese are the two most powerful races on this continent.Starting from the state of Chu, both sides wanted to encroach on each other's land.Several major tribes of the barbarians have been separated and united for many years, but they still pose a strong threat to the Chu State.

A hundred years ago, it would have been absolutely impossible for the Chinese to annex the powerful Subei.

But things are different now. Since the barbarian royal court was invaded hundreds of years ago, several major tribes fought in melee. In addition, Xuan Jingchen defeated the barbarian army that was finally reunited in the northern border.The barbarians, who have been shrouded in the shadow of failure for many years, have lost the belief in defeating Qing.

This is the prestige established by a powerful country, and it is the prestige cultivated by Xuan Jingchen for many years of success.

The current king of horses, with his brilliance and prestige, frightened the border and the Xiaoxiao in the country.Only in this way can the Qing Kingdom move forward towards a peaceful and prosperous age.

If the barbarians were completely incorporated into the territory of the Qing Kingdom, then the powerful Qing Dynasty would lead the people into another era.

This is a great achievement for thousands of years, just thinking about it, Zhong Lisuo felt happy for Xuan Jingchen.

She is the master of destiny set by the Eastern Emperor, the creator of this prosperous world, and Zhong Lisuo's lifelong belief.

Zhong Lisuo hugged her, and said: "If the barbarians submit, as a tribute to the vassal state like the southern border, it may be possible for Taiyi to preach, and the son will be in Qing. Then, after a hundred years, there will be no grassland empire!"

"There are only Subei, Qingyu and Wangyue tribes from the Qing Kingdom..."

Zhong Lisuo was obviously very happy, "When the time comes, the world will be unified, and everyone in Kyushu can go!"

Xuan Jingchen looked at her with a smile in his eyes, "Okay, Mr. Xiao, it's late at night, it's time to rest."

Zhong Lisuo withdrew the smile on his face unnaturally, approached Xuan Jingchen, and said, "That boy Sanmu said that he will come back in winter, when do you think it is more suitable for him and An An to get married."

"Sir, only Supervisor Tiansi knows about this." Xuan Jingchen sighed, looked at Zhong Lisuo who was always looking for something to say when we met, hugged her and said again, "The night is really late .”

Zhong Lisuo tactfully stopped talking, and said, "Then I will undress you."

Xuan Jingchen nodded and let Zhong Lisuo undo her clothes.Zhong Lisuo undressed her and said, "Since today is my birthday, can I do it as I please?"

"Naturally, don't you want something from me?"

The birthday gift Xuan Jingchen gave her today was a hot spring village, suitable for this season.Zhong Lisuo nodded, and said, "Of course I want it." After she finished speaking, she leaned forward and put the last words on Xuan Jingchen's lips, "Your Majesty, my shoulder injury has healed."

My shoulder is healed, what can I do?Of course it's something I've always wanted to do, but couldn't.