Later, I became the prince of the group

Three days after the new year's end, there will be a big court meeting.

When Prime Minister Li invited Chu Yan to be the crown prince, he experienced all the ministers who were still in a trance yesterday and had already prepared in their hearts: Oh.

Emperor Chengxing scanned the crowd and asked, "What's the matter? No one objected, do you all agree that King An is the heir apparent?"

Usually when encountering such a big event, someone would stand up and sing the opposite, but now everyone was shocked that Wang An was a genius, and no one spoke out for a while.

It took a long time for an old minister to come out.

Emperor Chengxing asked him: "What do you want to say?"

The old minister hesitated and said: "King An... is indeed a talent to be made, but after all, he is still inexperienced and inexperienced. I think that the matter of establishing a prince is very involved, so we should be cautious."

Emperor Chengxing: "Then how cautious should I be?"

"This...you should plan it slowly, for example, test King An first."

"How to test?"

"You can send His Highness to do some practical things."

"In other words, if Wang An can handle the practical affairs beautifully, then there is nothing to object to?"

"Uh... yes." The old minister always felt that something was wrong, but he couldn't tell what was wrong.

In fact, when Emperor Chengxing intended to support the third prince, except for the second prince's party, they were all happy to see it.

Even though the third prince was obviously weak at the time, he was also young and inexperienced.

It can be seen from this that there is actually no reason for him to ask An Wang to have experience. The main reason is that he feels that there is something wrong...

Oh yes, it should be because he is not used to it. In my impression, Wang An is not a fool, but an idle prince who can annoy people to death.

Suddenly he is going to become a prince, this is really... so strange...

Emperor Chengxing looked at the others again: "Is there anyone else who wants to say?"

Deng Shangshu of the household department looked left and right, and there was silence around him.He led people to check the bank yesterday, he did not attend the banquet in the palace, and he returned home very late, so he didn't know what happened at the palace banquet.

He is not in the early stage, but now that there is no one on the list, he finally couldn't help but take a step forward: "Your Majesty, forgive me, according to what I see, after all, King An has neglected his studies for many years, and I am afraid that he will not be able to take on this important task for the time being."

As soon as he finished speaking, he found that all the civil and military officials in the court were looking at him.

Deng Shangshu: "?"

Are you telling the truth?

The minister who has a good relationship with Deng Shangshu quickly winked at him. Although Deng Shangshu didn't understand it, but he has been a man for so many years, he also knew that he should immediately apologise, and knelt down and said: "Your Majesty, forgive me, I just feel that this You should be careful."

Emperor Chengxing let out a "hum" from his nose and ignored him.

"In the final analysis, you are just worried that he is not knowledgeable, capable, or experienced enough."

The veteran in front quickly said: "Your Majesty, the veteran thinks that Wang An's knowledge and ability are impressive, but he needs to hone his character and experience before he can inherit the position."

After speaking, he gave Deng Shangshu another look.

Deng Shangshu understood, and his eyes said: Sorry, I also want to support King An as the prince.

He was confused.

What happened in the end, why after a year, I feel that everything has changed.

Your knowledge and abilities are impressive. Are you sure you are talking about King An?Is it an admiration or not a sigh?Did you use the wrong word?

Emperor Chengxing: "King An, come and play."

Chu Yan bowed, and said: "I want to report to my father about the Yongcheng War, the civil strife in the Southern Jin Dynasty, the conscription in Jingzhou, the layout of the Huaibei granary, and the layout of the Southern Jin court army, and exchange tiger charms."

As he spoke, he presented the Tiger Talisman and sent it back to Emperor Chengxing.

All the ministers were stunned by this short sentence again, feeling a little familiar in a trance, and it was the same way a year ago, Prime Minister Li suddenly appeared in the hall, catching Zhu's party by surprise.

It's just that what was bad news back then is all good news now.

After Chu Yan finished his general report on the situation in the Southern Jin Dynasty, he explained to the ministers what he had done in the so-called one year of going to the fiefdom.

When he said that "a total of 80 shi was raised", Emperor Chengxing even stood up from his chair excitedly.

Even if he hadn't just learned the news, he was still proud of such a son at this moment.

Emperor Chengxing named the old minister: "This can be regarded as having done a real thing."

The old minister's expression of surprise had not faded, and he quickly said: "Beyond my imagination!"

200 million silver, 80 soldiers, [-] times the grain price, [-] shi.

Recruiting mountain bandits, ambushing undercover agents, robbing food halfway, seizing Yongcheng secretly, exploring Huaibei to lead to civil strife...every trick is unconventional, but it has miraculous effects!

Chu Yan knew that the reason why it went so smoothly was because of the secret assistance of the Southern Jin Emperor behind the scenes.

But after he and his father reported it, Emperor Chengxing decided to keep the matter of Emperor Nanjin a secret for the time being.There are some old and stubborn people in the court, who are not allowed to shout and kill as soon as they hear the name of the Southern Jin Emperor. Now that the Southern Jin Dynasty has not been completely captured, in order to prevent any accidents, they cannot do anything to the Southern Jin Emperor.

As for what to do with the Southern Jin Emperor, Emperor Chengxing is still considering it.

"Father, our frontlines are not short of food, soldiers, logistics, medicines, and people's hearts. With Huizhou, Jingzhou, and Yongcheng as the center, there seems to be the Southern Jin Dynasty The army blocked it, but in fact the general leading the team was our undercover agent. At this time, Jinling thought that the border army could still support, but he didn't know that Liuhou Lord could go straight to Jinling as soon as he sent troops. The good situation is inseparable from the credit of Yan's army, my son I implore my father to allow them to formally join the army and reward them for their merits."

"Good." Emperor Chengxing readily agreed, "Then what kind of reward do you think should be?"

Chu Yan said: "The Yan family's army has formed its own branch. You can give official positions to a few leaders first, so that others can see hope, and thus belong to the Northern Qi in their hearts. But for the time being, there is no need for other rewards. If there are difficulties in the future, rewards can be used to inspire people. .In addition, I ask my father to reward Lu Yuncheng, the son of General Hussars."

Emperor Chengxing smiled and said: "This is natural. The boy from the Lu family has made great contributions, and he was given a thousand taels of silver. He was also temporarily appointed as the commander of the army capital, leading the army of Yan's family, and returned to the front line to assist Marquis Renting in five days. Wait for him to return from victory. , let’s talk about titles.”

At this time, the officials naturally responded one after another.

Emperor Chengxing then mentioned the matter of setting up the crown prince again: "I sent King An to the Southern Jin Dynasty not only to pave the way for the front line, but also to hone his mind and ability. What he has done now has far exceeded my expectations. Even the prince can't reach it. You used to argue that the reserve position was empty and the court was unstable, so there is one person here, now, who has any objection?"

After a long silence, Emperor Chengxing said: "Liang Ye, draw up an order."

The emperor wrote the decree himself, and no one spoke out during the period. The sound of the seal under the jade seal actually made everyone's hearts hang nervously, but they felt settled.

At the end, Liang Ye put the imperial decree in the long box and locked it, and Emperor Chengxing said: "Shangshu of the Ministry of Rites, after the imperial court is over, come to the back hall to discuss the grand ceremony."

Establishing a reserve is already a certainty, and it will take time to choose auspicious days and prepare for grand ceremonies.

After the court was over, people who congratulated Chu Yan formed a long line, and each of them couldn't wait to make friends and express their hearts.

Chu Yan was not like before, when he felt impatient and didn't give face, on the contrary, he dealt with it decently, which made the ministers feel more at ease.

Chu Rui wanted to say something, but when he saw the crowd of people around his elder brother, he hesitated for a moment, but gave up.

He was a little frustrated, always felt that in the past few days after his elder brother came back, he was always surrounded by people, and he couldn't even speak a few words to him, as if the two were very estranged.

"Third brother."

Chu Rui turned his head and saw the fourth prince Chu Ze with a smile on his face.

"Why does the third brother look unhappy?" After Chu Ze approached, he pretended to see Chu Rui's expression clearly, showing a look of surprise.

Chu Rui looked at him coldly: "What's the matter?"

Chu Ze said: "It's not that the elder brother has a happy event, so I thought, today we brothers can gather in the restaurant to celebrate the elder brother."

Chu Rui looked at him for a long time, trying to see the hypocrisy in Chu Ze's smile, but from the surface alone, he seemed quite sincere.

This fourth younger brother has always been a well-behaved and harmless appearance, with mediocre talents and learning, and he does not fight or grab. Chu Rui has never taken him seriously before, but after learning a lesson, Chu Rui no longer dares to trust anyone.

"There's no need for the party, I'm afraid that the fourth brother may not sincerely congratulate."

Chu Ze was not annoyed, and smiled impeccably: "Where is the third brother talking? It is a great joy for the country to own the prince. The younger brother is naturally happy for the father. Could it be that the third brother...ha, blame me for talking too much, three Since brother doesn't want to go, then I'll invite elder brother alone, Liuyun Tower, younger brother has reserved a seat."

Chu Rui stopped him: "Wait."

Chu Ze turned around.

"Brother just returned to Beijing not long ago, let him have a good rest, it's not too late to celebrate later." Chu Rui said, "The two of us can try the wine and food first."

Liuyun Tower.

There were three large empty wine jars on the table, and Chu Ze drank two shallow glasses.

He looked at Chu Rui, who was so drunk that he couldn't get up on the table, and sneered in his heart: such a fool, it's no wonder that the father would rather train Chu Yan, who has no foundation, than help him to the top.

Chu Rui was still muttering: "My mother, hiccup, let me, let me help you well, listen to what my elder brother said, I, we are obviously both sons, why didn't my father train me..."

Naturally, it's because your father gave you a chance long ago, but you couldn't even grasp it.

Chu Ze thought to himself, but coaxed softly on his face: "Brother is really sharp now, before... I didn't know he had these abilities. Well, third brother, you just feel sad." It’s useless, why don’t you think about how to get back what belongs to you.”

"Grab...back?" Chu Rui murmured and repeated.

"Yes, grab it back." Chu Ze said with a smile.

After the banquet, Chu Rui yelled who he was going to meet. He heard it was a woman's name. Yungui struggled to help his master up while looking at the fourth prince in embarrassment. Chu Ze smiled understandingly: " Then I will go back to the palace first."

Yungui hurriedly said: "Fourth Prince, go slowly."

After he left, Chu Rui opened his eyes and stood up steadily.

There was a faint hint of drunkenness and a little bit of mockery in his eyes, but he was sober, completely different from the sloppy nonsense just now.

He sat in the private room for a while, and waited for Chu Ze's carriage to leave before he got up and walked out, but he met a pair of eyes within a few steps.

Chu Rui was startled suddenly and tripped over his feet.

Chu Yan helped him up, perhaps because he also drank, his deep voice seemed soft: "Why do you drink so much?"

Chu Rui subconsciously stood up straight: "No, I'm fine, I didn't drink too much, brother, you..." Why are you here?

Before the words were spoken, Chu Yan looked at the place where he came out, as if asking casually: "Are you and the fourth brother here to drink?"

He not only saw himself, but also saw the fourth child.

Chu Rui was stunned for a moment, and quickly said: "I...I and him, not..." What is it?How can I deal with you if I'm not plotting?Too much of a cover-up.

"It's okay." Chu Yan seemed to know what he was going to say, and smiled lightly, "Jin Su is the host, I just showed my face, and it's time to go back. Do you want to go back to the palace, or do you want to stay overnight?"

"Borrow...go back to the palace, let's go shopping again, just...just go back to the palace."

"Ah."

Chu Rui lowered his eyes, and his eyes lightly passed between his waist and abdomen: "Brother..."

Chu Yan looked up at him: "Huh?"

With the strength of wine, Chu Rui suddenly became bold, stretched out his arms and hugged him vigorously: "Brother, you are very powerful...I admire you."

Chu Yan raised her eyebrows: "Why did you say this suddenly?"

"I also want...to help you..." His voice was very soft, like drunken gibberish.

Chu Yan paused, then patted him on the back lightly: "Then I will take it seriously."

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