I'm going out with my family. I'm leaving tonight and will be back on Monday. See you all next Tuesday~~~

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After Xie Yu was convicted, the patrol battalion he directly managed was temporarily taken over by battalion commander Ouyang Ji. However, since Ouyang Ji was only a fourth-grade general and could manage daily affairs, it was absolutely natural for him to hand over the highest command of the entire military camp to him.

Impossible. For this reason, the prince proposed that the patrol camp should be directly commanded by the Ministry of War, and suggested that this power be taken back. Of course, King Yu strongly opposed this proposal, thinking that the Ministry of War was an official agency, how to direct it? Of course, specific details must be specified.

Candidate. However, the Minister of War has many affairs and it is obviously difficult to take on this position. The other officials of the Ministry of War are not qualified enough and are not much better than Ouyang Ji. Therefore, it is recommended to select a general of the third rank or above who is stationed abroad to return to Beijing to accept this post.

Of course, Emperor Liang paid far less attention to the patrol camps than he did to the Forbidden Army, but this was not a trivial matter after all. It was related to the safety and balance between the central organs of the imperial city, the princes' palaces, and the ministers' residences. The prince and

King Yu could not settle the dispute, and it was difficult for him to make a decision for a while, which dragged on until the end of July.

The weather in July has been very hot, especially in the afternoon, which is even more annoying. In order to escape the summer heat, Emperor Liang moved his daily affairs from Wuying Palace to Yixian Palace, where there are green trees and flowing water on three sides. It is the most secluded place in the entire palace.

It's a cool place, but because of the densely planted trees, there are also a lot of summer cicadas. The little eunuchs are busy every day and can't stop clinging to them.

When Emperor Liang was a young man, he slept very well and could rest on his pillow. However, when he entered old age, the situation was completely reversed. Even the slightest sound would wake him up and cause him to become furious. A few days ago, a young eunuch fell down due to a mistake.

If a cup disturbed Emperor Liang's nap, he was pulled out and killed with a stick on the spot. Therefore, as soon as lunch was over, everyone who accompanied the emperor would immediately become nervous.

On this day, Prince Yu and Wang had another dispute at court. Emperor Liang was already in a bad mood after returning to the palace. During the meal, the sound of cicadas started playing outside again, and he suddenly became angry. The little eunuchs were so frightened that they were frightened out of their wits and hurriedly held their hands.

Sticking to the stick and beating cicadas everywhere, until lunch was over, the occasional faint chirping of cicadas could still be heard.

Gao Zhan, the chief internal supervisor, saw Emperor Liang's face becoming increasingly gloomy and felt panicked. Just as he was not scratching his head, he suddenly remembered something and said quickly: "Your Majesty, today is the birthday of Concubine Jing. Why don't you go and take a look?"

In previous years, Concubine Jing's birthday was spent in silence. Except for the imperial secretary who sent some items in the name of imperial reward according to the regulations, it was no different from ordinary days. No one had ever thought of reminding the emperor, of course, even if they did,

The emperor would not express anything. However, this year she was newly promoted to a concubine, and her status has been improved. Although she is still unknown, her status is different. It is not surprising for Gao Zhan to say this more at this time.

"Concubine Jing's birthday?" Emperor Liang narrowed his eyes, "Have you sent all the rewards?"

"Go back to Your Majesty and send them all over."

Emperor Liang thought for a while and stood up, "She has been in the palace for so many years, so I should go and see her. You prepare a hundred pieces of brocade, ten huks of pearls, and ten pieces of jade, and come with me."

"Yes." Gao Zhan knew that Emperor Liang would not take a lunch break at the Yixian Palace this time. He secretly breathed a sigh of relief and left while others prepared things. He also ordered the young eunuch to take this opportunity to kill all the new cicadas.

, and after a period of fuss, he re-entered the palace and served Emperor Liang to change his clothes.

After Concubine Jing became the imperial concubine, she still lived in Zhiluo Courtyard, but it was converted into a palace. According to the regulations, she added palace maids, clothes and utensils. She has always been an indifferent person, pure and contented, and her daily life is still the same as before.

No major changes have been made, and she often spends her time planting medicinal flowers and herbs, repairing the garden, and making her Zhiluo Palace more elegant and unique than other places, fresh and clean.

When Emperor Liang set out, he gave a special order not to inform him in advance. When he arrived in front of Zhiluo Palace, he saw a long vine corridor on the main road of the palace gate.

Gao Zhan quietly went in and took a stroll, feeling relieved from the summer heat.

"You see, Concubine Jing still knows how to clean the house. The atmosphere here is gentle and refreshing. Although it is not as cool as Yixian Palace, it makes people feel comfortable and at ease..." Emperor Liang just praised him, but suddenly felt something strange, "But today will it be...

Wouldn’t it be too quiet? Isn’t it Concubine Jing’s birthday? Even if there are no greeting guests, at least there should be some laughter and noise, right?”

"Probably..." Gao Zhan tried hard to choose his words, "Ms. Jingfei is very quiet. The banquet has not started. If the congratulators came in the morning, by now in the afternoon, people have come and gone, so it is quiet.

"

"You will find reasons." Emperor Liang glanced at him, "Don't you think I know? Concubine Jing is not a popular person in the palace, I am afraid that not many people remember that today is her birthday. If it were Concubine Yue,

Not to mention the afternoon, the flow is endless even at night."

"Your Majesty, Shengming." Gao Zhan forced out a silly smile, "That's because the Yue Empress likes to be lively, so everyone just joins in the fun."

Emperor Liang raised his foot and kicked him, "You can't offend anyone. In this palace, it's good for those who like liveliness, but it's also good for Concubine Jing who doesn't like liveliness."

"What the Emperor said is this." Gao Zhan bent down even lower, "We've already come this far. It's time for the slave to go in and notify Empress Jing to pick her up, right?"

"Shut up. Just help me walk." Emperor Liang stretched out his right arm and was supported by Gao Zhan across the vine corridor. The maids and eunuchs standing or coming and going along the way all knelt down and worshiped at Gao Zhan's signal.

, dare not make a sound.

Entering the door of the main hall, you are greeted by a ten-fold embroidered screen. Behind the fine embroidery, there is a faint shadow of a person moving around. It is obvious that Concubine Jing is behind the screen.

Just as Emperor Liang was about to make a sound to scare her, another voice suddenly came from behind the screen. When he heard it, it was Jamel Xiao.

Emperor Liang was a little surprised at first, but then he thought that it would be a surprise if Jingyan didn't come today. The reason why he didn't expect him to be here is because he usually paid too little attention to the mother and son. He couldn't help but feel a little surprised.

Feel guilty.

"My mother's craftsmanship is really getting better and better. This lily brew is very refreshing to eat in the summer. When my son is leading the troops and encounters a shortage of food and grass, he will naturally have to share the hardships with the soldiers. At that time, he will be hungry.

Think about the medicated meals made by my mother to satisfy my cravings." Prince Jing said with a smile, "If I weren't afraid of my mother's hard work, I really wish I could eat it every day."

Concubine Jing's voice was gentle and kind, and it sounded like she was carrying food for her son, "I'm not afraid of hard work, but I can't help you because you can't come in at will. Eat more when you come. I made golden dumplings

And mung bean green cake, take it back to eat when you leave."

"I thank you."

"Here, try this Poria Chicken..."

"Um."

Listening to the domestic gossip inside, Emperor Liang suddenly felt a little uncomfortable and coughed intentionally. The mother and son inside the screen were startled. Prince Jing was the first to step out to take a look. When he saw Emperor Liang, his expression changed and he immediately turned over.

After prostrating, Concubine Jing took a few steps forward, lifted up her skirts and bowed down, saying: "I didn't know that Your Majesty was coming, so I missed you from afar, so please forgive me."

"Get up." Emperor Liang gently supported her arm and ordered Prince Jing: "You should also get back on your feet."

Emperor Liang didn't send anyone to report first, so he came in quietly. He originally wanted to see Concubine Jing's surprise, but now she was surprised, but when Gao Zhan arranged to send the gift in, he didn't see how happy she was, and still She looked calm and thanked her gently. Emperor Liang turned to look at her son again, and his expression was similar. He did not appear to be overjoyed at the honor and favor his mother received.

Emperor Liang, who was used to being flattered and used to seeing everyone fighting for his favor, felt uncomfortable in his heart.

"When did Jingyan come here?" Emperor Liang asked, leaning on the soft couch.

"Go back to my father, I will arrive in the afternoon."

"It's your mother-in-law's birthday, why didn't you come to pay her respects early in the morning?"

Concubine Jing said hurriedly: "I ordered him to come back in the afternoon. In the morning, he has to sit with the queen in court and kneel before the empress dowager. I don't have time to see him when he comes."

"Well..." Emperor Liang nodded. Although his expression was indifferent, his tone was quite calm. He looked at Prince Jing and said words of praise, "The few things assigned to Jingyan recently have been done very well. I am very satisfied. I have always said that I want to reward you, but there are many things and delays. Now I just happen to be in front of your mother and concubine, tell me what you want?"

Prince Jing was a little surprised and didn't know what to say for a moment. But he was asked in person and he had to answer. He thought about it quickly and said: "Back to my father, I have received an order to carry out an errand. I deserve my duty and I dare not expect a reward. But. It is not appropriate to refuse your kindness. Since my father loves me so much, I dare to ask my father for mercy and ask my father to pardon a sinner who is serving in exile in Lingnan."

"Sinner?" Emperor Liang was also a little surprised. He couldn't help but feel suspicious. He frowned and said, "What kind of sinner? And some kind of maniac who has a high reputation but prefers to talk nonsense about government affairs? You have always been loyal, why can't you do this? Did you learn this method of fishing for fame and attracting people's hearts? Who taught you this?"

When he was suddenly reprimanded, King Jing did not panic. He knelt down to plead guilty, and then said: "This sinner is just a commoner, nameless and hopeless. He only forgot to avoid the taboo of the ancestors in his article during the scientific examination, which is a great disrespect." He was guilty of the crime and was therefore implicated in exile..."

Emperor Liang's face softened slightly, "How can a nameless and hopeless commoner work for you to intercede for him?"

"Your Majesty, please forgive me," Concubine Jing stepped forward and said, "This man is still a doctor in the countryside. I studied medicine from him when I was young and have been under his care for many years. A month ago, I heard that he was exiled to Lingnan. I felt sorry for him. As I am old and old, I still suffer from hard labor and smog, but because I have been implicated in the great disrespect, I am not included in this amnesty. I am afraid that I will die of old age in a foreign land in the future, and I will never be able to return. Therefore, I cannot bear it in my heart, so I just followed Jingyan sighed, but he didn't expect that he would actually remember it in his heart... If Your Majesty takes offense, it would be the crime of being a concubine."

"So that's it," Emperor Liang smiled. "You are soft-hearted after all. In fact, it doesn't matter. Jingyan is a prince, and if he asks the people in the palace for advice, there is no need to save him no matter what. Do you want me to forgive you? Give me some reward in exchange."

Prince Jing frowned slightly, feeling a little unhappy in his heart. He endured it and kowtowed: "I believe that only the Holy One has the power to forgive the crime of disrespect. Even though I am a prince, I have no other options. In order to relieve my mother's worries, this is my only request, and I hope your majesty will grant it."

Emperor Liang looked at him deeply, and somewhat heard the unspoken meaning in his words. His heart moved slightly, and he sighed: "You are still the stubborn person who would rather break than bend. But I am very relieved that you can not abuse your authority and keep yourself clean. You I have approved the request and will send you the edict immediately."

"Thank you, my dear son."

Emperor Liang raised his hand to call him up and stood by him. He usually didn't pay much attention, but today he looked carefully and suddenly found that his son had a tall figure and a heroic appearance. He had never been so pleasing to his eyes. A thought flashed through his mind.

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Chapter completed!