The Favoured Medical Princess: 604 New Concubine
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Manager Deng's lips moved, and he was unwilling to pay for these two hundred stones of iron ore.
The puppet king is now in power in Baiyue, and His Highness is trapped in the capital and suffering. All of this was caused by Prince Xiao. Now they are still being asked to fund the military expenditures for Prince Xiao?
An indescribable feeling of grievance made Steward Deng feel suffocated in his chest.
But they are weak now. Once the government comes to investigate, the secret of this mine will definitely not be kept. How will he explain it to His Highness in the future?
Guanshi Deng’s mind was spinning, and he finally made up his mind. He gritted his teeth and said: “Second Young Master, don’t worry, as long as this matter is over, I will raise two hundred stones of iron ore as soon as possible. A little thought from the Xinjiang Army."
Nangong Yue picked up the tea cup and drank the tea slowly and unhurriedly. Manager Deng was so anxious that he was sweating profusely.
Nangong Yue glanced at Zhou Dacheng, who immediately said: "As soon as possible? As soon as possible and how long?! Ten days and a half month, you can also say as soon as possible!"
Manager Deng could only coax the other party first, and said in one breath: "In three days, I will definitely give you two hundred stones of iron ore within three days."
"Okay!" Nangong Yue applauded, making the final decision.
She opened the fan with a bang and warned with a half-smile: "Manager Deng, now you have issued a military order in front of me. If you can't get the iron ore by then, don't blame me. You're welcome, Master!"
Military order? ! Manager Deng didn't know whether he was surprised or angry. With just a few words, this young man issued a military order?
Steward Deng almost vomited blood, but he could only hold back a breath and promised again and again: "I don't dare! I don't dare! I will definitely do what I promised to the second young master!"
Now that Manager Deng agreed, Nangong Yue was unambiguous and immediately stood up and took Zhou Dacheng and others to the county government office with Manager Deng.
When they arrived at the county government office, County Magistrate Chen had already retreated in front of two sticks of incense, temporarily detained Xiao Ying and Hu Ye, and ordered the government servants to go to the county government office to confront Mr. Deng, who would then be raised to court for another trial. The people watching the excitement had already dispersed.
County Magistrate Chen was also worried that Manager Deng would refuse to come, or that he might go to Fang's house to bring in reinforcements, which would end up ruining his reputation as a county magistrate, so he acted cautiously.
His caution was indeed correct. When he heard that Manager Deng was bringing Young Master Xiao, he knew that this case would be difficult to handle.
Magistrate Chen and County Magistrate Wang exchanged a look, and together they went to the gate to greet them, and led them to the main hall of the county government office.
Nangong Yue sat unceremoniously on the Grand Master's chair at the top of the main hall. Magistrate Chen did not dare to say anything. Even though the Second Young Master Xiao had no rank or official position, he was still the legitimate second son of King Zhennan. He is always more noble than a small seventh-grade county magistrate like himself.
After the young man served tea, Magistrate Chen cautiously asked: "Second Young Master, what do you want me to do for you?"
Nangong Yue waved her fan nonchalantly and directly stated her purpose: "Master Chen, I heard that early this morning, escaped slaves from the Fang family mine came to the county government to cause trouble? And they falsely accused the Fang family of indiscriminately killing domestic slaves? ?Is this possible?"
County Magistrate Chen bowed and said bravely: "It is indeed true!" Then he hurriedly reported the matter truthfully, and finally emphasized, "Second Young Master, the lower official also reported it to the Young Master. Since someone shot Wen Deng Gu, it must be tried in court."
Nangong Yue said with assurance: "Master Chen, the Fang family and our Zhennan Palace are related by marriage. I can guarantee that there will be no problem with the Fang family's mine!"
Magistrate Chen was sweating profusely. He also knew that the Fang family were in-laws of the Zhennan Palace, but this could not be used as proof of the innocence of the Fang family mine.
Nangong Yue continued: "Don't worry, Mr. Chen, I will not make things difficult for you. Since there are complaints from the victims, Mr. Chen must give an explanation to the victims and the people..."
Magistrate Chen quickly took advantage of the situation and asked, "What does the second young master mean..." If the case can be settled smoothly, Magistrate Chen does not want to offend the palace and the Fang family.
"Isn't this simple?" Nangong Yue glanced at him indifferently, with an expression as if a child could not be taught, "As long as Mr. Chen sends someone to the mine to check the identity of the miners with the roster, he will do it every time in the future. It is verified once a month and announced by the government. When the people see that the miners are living well, the matter will naturally be settled, and the innocence of the mine will be beyond doubt. In this way, there is no need to go to war and delay the start of the mine! ”
When County Magistrate Chen heard this, he was startled and immediately understood why Young Master Xiao would come up with such an idea.
I am so slow!
Second Young Master Xiao came here for the iron ore. If the Fang mine is temporarily suspended, how will the iron ore be handed over? ! Now that the war with Nanliang is still ongoing, there is no doubt about the importance of the iron mines. Once it affects military aircraft, my little county magistrate cannot afford it!
"County Magistrate Chen."
Nangong Yue urged her slowly, and seeing her somewhat dissatisfied eyes, County Magistrate Chen quickly said: "Second Young Master, you have a good idea!"
Steward Deng frowned. He originally thought that Young Master Xiao would use the authority of the palace to suppress County Magistrate Chen from speaking out. Unexpectedly, he actually asked the government to go to the mine for verification. But he didn't dare to question it out loud. With the temper of Mr. Xiao, if he said "no", he would probably walk away immediately... Well, it was just a head check, and he would be able to keep an eye on it when the time came. .
After weighing the pros and cons, Manager Deng could only act like a good citizen and echoed: "Master Chen, our mine will definitely cooperate with the government's review!"
The three parties chatted happily, and the atmosphere became relaxed. At this time, Wang Xiancheng cautiously asked: "Second Young Master, Mr. Chen, and the suffering master..."
Manager Deng couldn't help but squint his eyes slightly, with a hint of evil flashing in his eyes. Before he could speak, Nangong Yue said impatiently: "It's really troublesome to make trouble! I will reward him with some money." To redeem one's body, it means canceling the death contract."
"It's so good! It's so good!" Magistrate Chen and Cheng Wang looked at each other with joy on their faces.
This Second Young Master Xiao seems unreliable, but sometimes his ideas are pretty good. This poor master redeemed his body and canceled his slave contract. I'm afraid it's too late to be grateful. Naturally, there is no need to sue the old master again.
This matter will be settled!
From the beginning to the end, no one asked Steward Deng what he meant. In other words, if Young Master Xiao asked him for a death deed for a domestic slave, would Steward Deng dare not give it to a mere steward of the Fang family?
Since even two hundred stones of iron ore was given to Young Master Xiao for free, how could Manager Deng wait for such trivial matters to get into trouble with Young Master Xiao again!
Steward Deng suppressed his heartache and secretly rejoiced that this escaped slave was new and didn't know anything yet.
Everyone in the room was "satisfied"... until Nangong Yue suddenly looked at Manager Deng and said warningly: "Manager Deng, don't forget the three-day appointment!"
Guanshi Deng was trying to pretend to smile, so his smile became even stiffer.
How can you raise two hundred stones of iron ore in three days?
Even if His Highness is willing to help, these two hundred stones of iron ore are not a small amount. What's more, if His Highness is still imprisoned, it will be even more difficult!
Steward Deng was worried for three whole days, and even his hair turned several gray. He even gave his men real money and silver to buy iron ore at high prices on the market. On the appointed day, he reluctantly made up his mind. Fifty stones.
He personally went to the post house, put in all his good words, and guaranteed that the remaining one hundred and fifty dan would be ready within seven days.
Since there is no iron ore produced in Sigelai Mountain, there is no doubt that it is simply an impossible task to prepare two hundred stones of iron ore in three days. Therefore, this is the result that Nangong Yue had expected a long time ago. But now that she had the upper hand, she couldn't simply let him go.
After being deceived and frightened, Nangong Yue extorted an additional 50 tons of iron ore from Manager Deng as interest for the delay. Afterwards, she left Zhou Dacheng and 50 elite soldiers here to prepare to receive the goods. Then take the others and leave first.
Although due to various concerns, Nangong Yue could only remain silent about the abnormal situation in Sigelai Mountain for the time being. However, firstly, the mortality rate of miners in this mine was too high, so she couldn't bear to ignore it; secondly, she couldn't bear it; , she came here in the name of purchasing iron ore. If she left before her goal was achieved, she would also arouse the suspicion of Manager Deng and others; thirdly, A Yi’s 20,000 people, plus the Xuanjia Camp The three elite camps, the Divine Arm Battalion and the Youqi Battalion, all require him to pay for their own money, which is like burning money.
Now that the government has intervened, the lives of the miners working in the mines can be made easier, at least they will not be beaten to death at will.
And she swindled the two hundred and fifty stones of iron ore from the Baiyue people. At least she could send a lot of iron arrows to the Divine Arm Camp.
Next, after returning home, all we have to do is continue to follow the line of Sigelai Mountain!
As the sound of horse hooves recedes, everything in Sigelai Mountain is gradually left behind...
Nangong Yue first went to Hehe Town to meet up with Lin Jingchen and Han Qixia, and then continued on the road.
Before returning to Luoyue City, Tian He, who received the news, came to personally respond and ordered people to take away the fifty stones of iron ore.
Nangong Yue changed into women's clothes at the inn outside the city, got on the Zhulun chariot, and drove smoothly into Luoyue City. Lin Jingchen and Han Qixia went directly back to the small courtyard where they lived after entering the city.
More than a dozen horses escorted a red-wheeled chariot passing through the streets of Luoyue City.
On the horse are the guards of Bixiaotang. They are dressed in uniform blue uniforms and have long swords on their waists. They exude a somewhat cold aura, which makes those who watch can't help but feel awe.
The people on the street stopped subconsciously. When they saw them escorting a carriage with red wheels like stars holding the moon, surprise appeared on their faces.
In Luoyue City, no, in the entire southern Xinjiang, there is only one person who owns a Zhu Lun Chai——
Someone couldn't help shouting: "The Crown Princess is back!"
The common people had vaguely heard that the imperial concubine went to Yanding City to make medicine for the army regardless of the danger.
Reminiscing about the recent great victory in the south, people are even more excited to talk about it:
"Have you heard that Yanding City won the battle?! I heard that 20,000 Nanliang people were killed!"
"What 20,000? I heard that 50,000 Nanliang people were killed!"
“Didn’t you say it was one hundred thousand?”
"I heard that the Crown Princess looks like a fairy. I wonder if I can meet her today..."
They spontaneously caught up with Zhu Luncha and arrived at Zhennan Palace.
Today's Zhennan Palace, the vermilion main door is wide open, and the guards dismounted in unison and stood on both sides.
The Zhu Lun Chai entered through the open door. The next moment, a neat and loud salute was heard from behind the door:
"Congratulations to welcome the Crown Princess back to your home!"
All the servants of the palace knelt on both sides and greeted each other respectfully.
The Zhu Lun Chai passed through the dark crowd of people waiting. The main gate of the palace slowly closed under the push of the concierge. A group of well-trained guards entered the palace through the corner door.
After a "bang" sound, the main door of the palace was completely closed, blocking the excited eyes from outside.
The gate of Zhennan Prince's Mansion will only be opened on important occasions. Even Prince Zhennan will only enter through the corner door on a daily basis.
The next time the main entrance of the palace is opened, it will probably be when the crown prince returns in triumph!
The Zhu Lun Chai passed by the bluestone road of the palace and entered the Yimen Gate before slowly stopping.
The two maids got off the Zhu Lun Car and stood respectfully on one side. Baihui reached out and helped Nangong Yue down.
The stewardesses took all the maids and women in the inner courtyard and knelt down.
"Congratulations to welcome the Crown Princess back to your home!"
Xiao Fei, who had been waiting at the side for a long time, showed an overjoyed smile. She did not step forward immediately, but took several other girls from the palace to curtsy and said, "Sister-in-law, please say hello."
Nangong Yue said with a smile: "Sisters, no courtesy." After saying that, she stepped forward to help Xiao Fei and Xiao Ni, then picked up Xiao Rongyu, and then she said to Xiao Rongxuan, Xiao Rongying and other concubines raised her slightly hand.
After a month of not seeing each other, there is no change in the girls. However, Xiao Fei seems to have a calmer temperament, adding a little bit of gracefulness to her coldness.
After chatting with them for a few words, Nangong Yue got on the soft sedan carried by her mother-in-law, and after being informed, went to the study of King Zhennan.
When she returned from Yanding City, she naturally wanted to pay her respects to King Zhennan.
Fortunately, King Zhennan got the news that Nangong Yue was coming back today and did not go to the military camp. Otherwise, he might have to wait for a long time.
After Nangong Yue knelt down and saluted, King Zhennan raised his hand in a good mood, "The Crown Princess is exempt from the gift!" In other words, since receiving the military report from Yanding City, King Zhennan's mood has changed. Not bad.
In the battle of Yanding City, he annihilated 20,000 Nanliang troops and killed the five and nine kings of Nanliang. It really boosted the military power of the Southern Xinjiang army and gave him glory as the king of Zhennan. !
Naturally, Xiao Yi was not stingy about his eldest concubine’s achievements in the military newspaper. Seeing that King Zhennan was now more pleased with his daughter-in-law, he felt that since the eldest concubine’s arrival, even him This unfilial rebellious son also became much more reliable in his words and actions.
Nowadays, from national affairs, war affairs, southern Xinjiang political affairs to family affairs, everything has gone smoothly, except...
The King of Zhennan frowned slightly, remembering that Qiao Shenyu was deported the day before yesterday. Mrs. Qiao came to his place again and made a lot of noise, which gave him a headache. Even if he wants to be promoted, he still has to live up to his expectations! It was obvious that the two children from the Chang family and the Yu family went to the military camp with Qiao Shenyu, so why didn't they see them being driven back? That is to say, this Qiao Shenyu is too squeamish to endure hardships!
The King of Zhennan was too lazy to think too much and asked with a smile on his face: "Your Majesty, you have worked **** your journey. Let's go back and rest first. I asked Sister Fei to prepare a wedding banquet for you. There are not many trivial things in the mansion these days. You Let’s take a good rest for a few days, it’s not too late to give in.”
Nangong Yue stood respectfully in front of the desk, her calm face neither arrogant nor arrogant, "Daughter-in-law, thank you father."
After coming out of King Zhennan's study, Nangong Yue immediately went to Tingyu Pavilion. She had just greeted Mr. Fang, but before he could say a few words, he drove him back to rest.
It was just past midnight when Nangong Yue returned to her yard. Looking at the familiar plants and trees, her heart felt relieved.
It feels good to be home.
Yes, Bixiaotang is A Yi’s home and her home.
An Niang had already asked the maids to prepare hot water. After taking a comfortable bath, she sat lazily in front of the dressing table while Ying'er dried her hair. As for Baihui and Huamei, who were tired of their travels, Nangong Yue gave them a day off as soon as they came back, so that they didn't have to wait on them.
While drinking the pear juice brought by Queer to soothe her throat, Nangong Yue asked: "Did anything happen in the house while I was away?"
Nangong Yue has only been away for a month, and the Zhennan Palace is managed well by Xiao Fei. Occasionally, some things go wrong, and Concubine Wei is there to help, but everything goes smoothly, except for ……
"... Half a month ago, Mrs. Qiao sent a maid into the mansion on the grounds that she didn't have anyone to care for her. About ten days ago, the maid met the prince by chance when she was getting dinner for her. I just made love a few days ago and raised my concubine."
Nangong Yue listened indifferently. There had never been a shortage of concubines around King Zhennan, and nearly half of them were maids in the palace. As a daughter-in-law, she just heard about it. Anyway, she He couldn't care less, and then he heard Que'er say again: "...the new aunt's surname is Mei. I heard from some of the rough ladies in the palace that Aunt Mei looks very similar to the late princess."
Nangong Yue's hand shook, and a few drops of pear juice spilled onto the dressing table.
She put down the pear juice in her hand and confirmed: "Is this true?"
"Yes." Que'er replied respectfully, "The slaves have issued a gag order so that they can no longer discuss in private."
"Well done." Nangong Yue nodded slightly.
The late Princess is A Yi’s biological mother, how can anyone arbitrarily compare her to a concubine raised by a maid! However, Mrs. Qiao sent a maid over, and the maid "accidentally met" King Zhennan in a short period of time and was taken as a concubine. Could this be a coincidence?
Moreover, even the palace’s rough lady recognized that the person looked like the mother-in-law. Would Mrs. Qiao not recognize her? Obviously it was intentional...
"Don't let grandpa know about this." Nangong Yue warned.
The prince's new concubine looks similar to his deceased daughter, which may not be good news for a father.
"Yes. The Crown Princess." Que'er bowed his knees and said some trivial matters, such as the small wedding ceremony has been prepared; the new husband Nangong Yue invited for the girls before leaving the house has been Start teaching; Aunt Fang has been fighting fiercely with Aunt Mei recently. As a daughter, Xiao Fei cannot take care of the concubine of King Zhennan. Concubine Wei has always been unwilling to get involved in such things. Chaos has occurred frequently in the back house of the palace, etc. ……
Nangong Yue listened to each other, sleepiness slowly coming over her, and she said vaguely: "If Sister Fei comes later, just let her in..."
After taking a nap on the beauty's couch for an hour, Xiao Fei finally came.
Xiao Fei came to invite Nangong Yue to pick up the Feng Yan. Seeing that she was sleeping so soundly, she felt that she had not thought carefully enough. My sister-in-law had been working hard all the way, so she should have postponed the Feng Yan for tomorrow.
"Meow!"
The cat Xiaobai, who was curled up and dozing at Nangong Yue's feet, raised his head and called out, as if to say hello, and then continued to sleep.
This meow made Nangong Yue open her eyes, smiled at Xiao Fei and said, "Sister Fei, you are here." Although her eyes were still tired, she felt better after sleeping. Quite a few.
The reception banquet was prepared in the flower hall of the palace. When Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei arrived, a group of female relatives were also present, including the mistresses of the second and third bedrooms, the girls in each bedroom, the concubine Wei, and the town hall. Those concubines of King Nan.
The concubines are naturally not qualified to sit at the table. If the princess is here, they need to be close to serve the meal. But now, they just follow the rules to greet the princess and stand aside after the ceremony. , until the reception banquet is over.
Nangong Yue's eyes swept across their bodies and landed on a woman wearing a rose-red bra. There was a hint of coquettishness between her eyebrows and her eyes were pure and flawless. Her black pupils were shining brightly. Brilliance like stars. Although there are many beauties in King Zhennan's inner courtyard, she is still obviously better than others.
Nangong Yue was not familiar with King Zhennan’s concubine, but she was almost certain that this was the new Aunt Mei.