Reborn as a bride, pretending to be virtuous, the prince held his waist and regretted

Zhou Ba pondered for a moment, "My Lord, what we are doing is already very humane, but Madam Xie doesn't seem satisfied."

The corners of Changning Hou's mouth revealed sarcasm, "If Xie Jin had made meritorious service and was injured, I might have looked up to him. But he was greedy for merit and acted rashly, and more than 200 people died because of him."

"Even though Changning Marquis' Mansion had reminded them not to be greedy and reckless and to obey the general's orders, Xie Jin refused to listen, thinking that he was extremely capable and wise."

"What is the truth? Jin'er's wife is right. His ability is not enough to support his ambition. Whether it is a position in the capital's imperial guards or a fifth-rank general of Xuanwei, for him, steady steps will lead to meritorious service."

"But he is so good, always thinking about making great achievements and then soaring to the sky. But he never thinks that things in the world are not so easy. Didn't you see that the left prime minister became the prime minister at the age of 58, and he struggled in the court for 37 years."

"Take me for example. I entered the officialdom at the age of 18. It has been more than 20 years now. I have made countless contributions, but I am only a third-rank official. Even if I have made great contributions, it is still very difficult to get promoted."

"But what about Xie Jin? He was promoted four times in one year, but he was still not satisfied. Who wouldn't hate and envy such a person? Xie Jin lacks stability, but they didn't listen and made a big mistake."

Zhou Ba sighed, "The Marquis is right. If others can wake up in time and work hard in the North for a few years, there will be a chance of turning things around. If not, this General Xie will probably be doomed to fail in his lifetime."

Marquis Changning stroked his beautiful beard gently, thinking of Gu Xirong's uncanny ability of "dream prediction", he did not completely abandon the Xie family.

"So I only asked Doctor Xu to go there once. After all, they are related, which is enough."

Zhou Ba sighed, "My Lord, I don't think Madam Xie will appreciate it. She might even blame you for being unkind."

Marquis Changning chuckled, "Does that matter?"

Zhou Ba was startled for a moment, then smiled, "It's really not important."

Marquis Changning raised his eyes and looked out the window. "Now Xie Jin has been unemployed and is recuperating at home. Disaster relief in the northern border is progressing steadily. Behind the Northern Rong, Lai Fu is also doing very well. The defeat of the Northern Rong Khan is just around the corner."

Zhou Ba was also very excited. He hated the Northern Rong people for often invading the border and burning, killing and looting the people of Kangguo.

If Lai Fu can become the Khan of Beirong this time, it will definitely end Beirong’s current lifestyle.

The salt and food that the Northern Rong wanted could be exchanged for cattle and sheep instead of being robbed.

Kangguo can exchange grain, salt, and silk for furs, cattle, sheep, horses, and even gems.

In short, there is no need to fight for problems that can be solved by doing business.

"My Lord, Lai Fu is lucky to be able to enter the Marquis' Mansion. We grew up together and received education from the Marquis' Mansion. Everything we learned since childhood is extremely useful."

"Without the guidance of the Marquis' Mansion, even if Lai Fu was of extraordinary status, he would not have the ability to go back and integrate the Northern Rong and accomplish such a great cause."

Marquis Changning nodded, "I have taught you all very well. Lai Fu, you have been with Jin Er since you were a child, so you have naturally learned a lot. I hope Lai Fu can use what he has learned to benefit Bei Rong and stop the barbarian invasion."

In the past, Kangguo also hoped the same for the Northern Rong.

Sharing what you have is much better than fighting each other.

But these kings of the Northern Rong always wanted to compete for the Central Plains and restore the glory of their ancestors.

But these barbarians did move south before. Although they ruled the Central Plains, they were soon beaten back, and in a very miserable way.

After recuperating and finally living a good life, they started to try to do the same again.

Although the Han people in the Central Plains were not warlike, they were not afraid of war. Naturally, they would not allow the invasion to happen, but fought hard and drove the Northern Rong people away, giving up a lot of land, which was occupied by the Central Plains dynasty.

The reason why people don’t want to occupy the land further north is because there is a lack of water and it is not suitable for farming.

Even for grazing, it's not a good place.

Therefore, Kangguo was unwilling to waste its energy on those barren places, so what Kangguo wanted was to be able to exchange what it had with Beirong, or even control the economic lifeline of Beirong.

Up to now, everything is going according to Kangguo's plan.

Gu Xirong got on the carriage with an unhappy look on her face and was secretly complaining in her heart.

Although Marquis Changning sent a doctor, he did not see her, which showed that he disliked Xie Jin and her.

Seeing this, Nanny Zhang comforted her, "Madam, don't be angry. Marquis Changning is responsible. There were not many deaths in Beijing City despite such a heavy snowstorm. This is enough to prove that Marquis Changning is a man of action."

"Maybe the Marquis of Changning is really busy and is not just trying to please you. Besides, the Marquis of Changning also sent the highly skilled Doctor Xu to treat the general's injuries, which is acceptable."

She was particularly worried that Gu Xirong would disregard her dignity and harbor resentment towards Marquis Changning.

As Xie Jin was charged with violating military orders and being greedy for merit and reckless, if no one protected him, he would never have a chance to make a success in his life.

Not only that, there is also the possibility that some people in the North and the army will join forces to deal with him and make things worse.

This is the only support of the Xie family.

Gu Xirong was angry, but she also knew that Aunt Zhang was right.

"Mammy, of course I understand the interests involved. But we are relatives. If Marquis Changning can come to visit my husband in person, no one will dare to look down on my husband even if he is beaten with a military stick."

"But Marquis Changning only sent a doctor. He never met or came to visit my husband. Although Marquis Changning did something, there wasn't much he could do to help the Xie family."

"I have made so much money for the Changning Marquisate. Now that the Xie family is in trouble, they don't even consider our past friendship and treat our Xie family better."

Nanny Zhang lowered her head and rolled her eyes. If the general had made great contributions and was injured, Marquis Changning would definitely have a different attitude.

But the general is not like that!

More than 200 people lost their lives because of Xie Jin's greed for merit and recklessness. This was the highest number of casualties since the war between Kangguo and Beirong began.

These are all strong young men, and many of them are the heads of their families.

Now that the man is dead, the family has collapsed.

Madam, on the other hand, actually wanted to use the power of Marquis Changning to avoid the blame this time.

Marquis Changning is not stupid, why would he do that?

The fact that Doctor Xu was sent here was because of the Second Miss, but the First Miss was still not satisfied.

In fact, just as Marquis Changning and Zhou Ba had guessed, Gu Xirong did not appreciate it and was just putting on an act.

However, Gu Xirong and Xie Jin were too insignificant and were not taken seriously by Marquis Changning at all.

If it weren't for Gu Xirong's "dream prophecy", Marquis Changning would not have let the doctor come at all.

Doctor Xu is a very skilled doctor in the palace, and he came here specifically with Marquis Changning to help with disaster relief.

Back at Xie's house, Doctor Xu treated Xie Jin's external injuries and prescribed some internal medicines. "General Xie, take the medicine on time, don't worry too much, and have a good rest. It's good for your health."

Xie Jin showed gratitude on his face, "Thank you, Doctor Xu. I will definitely follow your advice."

Doctor Xu prescribed some medicine and handed it to Gu Xirong, "Just follow the prescription."

"Yes, Doctor Xu." Gu Xirong agreed and asked Nanny Zhang to get the medicine. She personally sent Doctor Xu away.

When she came back again, Gu Xirong saw Xie Jin with a gloomy face. She was hesitant and didn't know how to persuade Xie Jin.