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

Zhou Jin was accepting thanks from his colleagues at this time. His Majesty saw what they did and often gave rewards to the Agricultural Department.

In the past, even if they had made achievements, they could not be appreciated because they could not present them to His Majesty, let alone receive credit and rewards.

Zhou Jin is different now. Last year’s high yield of corn was simply a sign of good fortune.

The promotion of castrated pigs allows ordinary people to eat more meat.

His Majesty also knew about this and gave them an agricultural bureau and rewarded the old farmers.

Now the entire Agricultural Company is particularly grateful to Zhou Jin.

"Prince Zhou, now that the first month of the lunar year has passed and the dragon is rising, we should start spring plowing and fertilizing, and we can plant in March. Do you have any good suggestions?" asked the Minister of Agriculture.

Zhou Jin stood up and saluted respectfully to the Minister of Agriculture. "Sir, every year during the spring plowing, the Ministry of Agriculture makes thorough arrangements. On the contrary, I have been paying attention to agricultural affairs for less than a year, so I don't know much about spring plowing and dare not speak rashly."

Zhou Jin was speaking the truth. His knowledge of farming was limited to copying agricultural books and last year's corn planting process. Nothing more.

To some extent, I am a layman.

This is a major event of spring farming, which concerns the national economy and people's livelihood, and millions of common people. No matter how arrogant Zhou Jin is, he dare not interfere in such an important matter.

When the Grand Minister of Agriculture heard Zhou Jin's words, he stroked his sparse beard and admired Zhou Jin even more.

If anyone says that Zhou Jin is aloof and noble, he will be the first to disagree.

"Prince Zhou, please do not underestimate yourself. If you have any good ideas, you can tell me. As long as they are good for the people and the court, I will adopt them."

Zhou Jin replied respectfully: "Yes, sir, if I find anything, I will report it in time."

As he was talking, someone came in and said, "Prince Zhou, someone from the Marquis of Changning's mansion said that the Marquis' wife is about to give birth."

Hearing this, Zhou Jin's face changed drastically, and he immediately said to the Minister of Agriculture, "Sir, my father is not at home, and my mother is giving birth. She is already quite old, and it is quite dangerous. Please allow me to go back."

The Grand Minister of Agriculture certainly knew that Marquis Changning was away on missions, and that not only did the snowstorm in the north not cause a major chaos, but he also made great efforts to help Kangguo defend against the northern barbarians.

Now is a critical moment. His Majesty has specifically ordered Marquis Changning to handle affairs related to the Northern Rong in the northern border. Marquis Changning is not in the capital.

As a son, Zhou Jin is the head of the family.

Of course I have to be there when my mother gives birth this time.

The Minister of Agriculture quickly replied, "Since the Marquis's wife is in trouble, the prince should return immediately. The Marquis's wife has always been kind-hearted. Good people will be blessed by heaven. The mother and child will be safe."

"Thank you for your kind words, sir." Zhou Jin bowed and said goodbye to everyone.

Along the way, she ran out with her long sleeves fluttering, regardless of her manners.

Everyone looked at the out-of-control Prince Zhou and couldn't help but sigh.

No matter what, good-looking people are always pleasing to the eye.

In the past, people could say that Zhou Jin was aloof and arrogant, but since he got married and had a henpecked child in the family, although Zhou Jin was henpecked, he did act much more steadily.

The Grand Minister of Agriculture looked at Zhou Jin's departing figure and nodded with satisfaction, "Prince Zhou has a promising future!"

At this time, an official who worked happily with Zhou Jin whispered, "Marquis Changning has made great contributions in Beijing City this time. After returning, he will definitely be able to take over the position of Minister of Rites. In this case, it would be inappropriate for Prince Zhou to continue to stay in the capital."

Hearing this, the Minister of Agriculture took a deep breath. How could he have forgotten about this?

Because of Zhou Jin, the Agricultural Department received the attention of His Majesty.

If Zhou Jin were to be sent out to serve as an official, the Agricultural Department would probably return to its former state.

"Is there any way to keep Prince Zhou in the capital?" asked the Grand Minister of Agriculture, frowning slightly.

The official who had just spoken whispered, "The Minister of Rites is ill and can no longer perform his duties. But His Majesty has not yet decided on a candidate, which shows that the position is reserved for Marquis Changning."

"He is the Minister of Rites, a high position with great power. Zhou Jin is a young official who is favored by the emperor. At a young age, he is already a fifth-rank official. Now in Beirong, only Marquis Changning can be promoted to Minister of Rites to take care of both. Obviously, Marquis Changning is more important than Crown Prince Zhou."

"In this case, the Marquis of Changning must be promoted, and the Crown Prince Zhou must also be sent out to avoid suspicion. This matter cannot be forced. My lord, you should wait for the Crown Prince Zhou to decide where to send him out. I suggest that he pay attention to the agricultural affairs in the local area and record them. This is also one of the responsibilities of our Agricultural Department."

After hearing this, the Minister of Agriculture nodded repeatedly and said, "That's right. You should be more alert and work hard. If there is any merit, you will definitely get some."

"Yes, my lord."

Zhou Jin ran all the way outside.

He felt that riding in a carriage was too slow at this time, so he just rode back on horseback.

Lai Xi reminded, "Prince, please slow down."

Zhou Jin was anxious, "I can't slow down, you guys should go home quickly too."

The guards followed closely behind to protect Zhou Jin's safety.

After a safe journey, they returned to the Marquis of Changning's Mansion.

Zhou Jin arrived at the main courtyard, where his mother was giving birth in the side room. Seeing his wife, he hurriedly asked, "Xi Ling, how is mother now?"

Gu Xiling was also very nervous. "The doctor has checked my mother's pulse and said that she is well and the fetus is also fine. The midwife also said that the fetus' head has entered the pelvis and is about to be born. My husband, drink some tea and don't be anxious."

At this time, Zhou Jin's lips were a little chapped due to anxiety. He missed his mother very much. "My mother should be okay, right?"

Gu Xiling held Zhou Jin's shaking hand and said, "No, mother will be fine. Grandmother went to Jinguang Temple to pray for blessings. I have already notified everyone. Oh, I forgot to tell you a good news. Xiulan just gave birth to a big fat boy. He has a round face, a bit like Laifu."

Zhou Jin was startled and envious, "Laifu is a great name, he is indeed blessed."

Seeing that Zhou Jin was no longer so nervous, Gu Xiling continued, "Xiu Lan said that Lai Fu will choose the full name, and you can choose the nickname."

"Let me choose a nickname?" Zhou Jin was surprised. "Isn't this a bit bad?"

Gu Xiling smiled, "Since Xiulan has asked for this, you should not refuse. Give him a nickname with good meaning. When he grows up, he will remember that he has the blood of our Kangguo in his body."

Zhou Jin thought about it, then said, "How about calling him Xiaobao?"

"Xiaobao?" Gu Xiling was startled. "It seems like a good name. Xiaobao, it's a good name, and it has a good meaning."

As the couple was talking, they heard a baby crying in the room, "Wa wa wa ..."

Zhou Jin and Gu Xiling quickly stood up and leaned at the door, "Madame Song, how is mother?"

Nanny Song was excited, "My Lord, my Lord's wife, the wife gave birth to a big fat boy, and the midwife said that both mother and child are safe."

Gu Xiling put her hands together and said, "God bless, my mother and brother are safe."

Zhou Jin was also quite happy. "This kid is quite obedient and didn't torture his mother for too long. Unlike one of my colleagues, who said that his wife tortured him for a whole day and night before giving birth to the child."

Song had a headband on her head, her hair was wet with sweat, and her whole body looked like she had just been fished out of the water.

But when I saw the chubby, handsome baby boy who was just born, all the pain and suffering seemed worth it!