Hard to be a good wife

"This is the arrangement made by my subordinates before their return trip. Please see if there are any omissions." Hu Jinpeng took out a list and handed it to Prince Zhao.

Although the two countries are negotiating peace, there are still soldiers and horses that should be stationed in the border areas, and this part of the troops, Prince Zhao won it with great difficulty, so naturally he will not hand it over.

Hu Jinpeng has been transferred back, and the King of Southern Jin will definitely appoint a new person to take over. The top generals cannot interfere, but the subordinate lieutenants, the centurion and the thousand commanders must be theirs.

Prince Zhao knew the situation of the garrison very well, so he crossed out a few names and added some unfamiliar names, "We can't use all the old ones, it's too eye-catching, these newcomers were cultivated after returning to Yecheng alone. He has a good face, has a file in the military department, and has a clean net worth, so it is not easy to attract the attention of others."

Hu Jinpeng nodded, "My subordinates will make arrangements tomorrow."

"Now that the fighting has ceased, it is inevitable that there will be another disturbance. The North Vietnamese operations cannot be stopped. Do you have a suitable candidate?"

The chaos in North Vietnam's government is also due to their contribution. Over the years, Prince Zhao has realized a truth that problems cannot be solved by force alone. It is often easier and more effective to use brains than hands.

"Hasn't Mr. Zhuo been doing well all the time? He managed to open up a network of favors in Beiyue. If he changes people, will he...?"

Prince Zhao stood up, walked to the bookcase and took out a volume of books, and took out a drawing drawn on sheepskin. On it was a map of the relationship between the imperial court drawn from the news that came from North Vietnam one after another over the years.

"It's not a replacement. Mr. Zhuo has indeed done a good job these years, but it's not enough. He's used to being a favor, but he's not strong enough to participate in government affairs."

"You want...?" Hu Jinpeng was a little surprised. According to what Prince Zhao meant, he wanted to put his eyeliner on the court of North Vietnam. If this person can skyrocket and get an official position with real power, he can indeed play a greater role.

But the North Vietnamese are not stupid. It is not so easy to facilitate this matter.

"If there is such a person echoing in the court, then we can do a lot, not just to create chaos in law and order, but to participate in their court affairs."

Hu Jinpeng's eyes lit up, and he nodded: "That's true, then it may not be possible to disintegrate North Vietnam without a single soldier! But this matter is too difficult, who can take on such a big task?"

Prince Zhao has also been referring to candidates. To be able to do such a thing, this person must first be loyal to the Southern Jin Dynasty, secondly, he must have great talent, enough patience and perseverance, and also understand the ways of the world, know how to endure, and take a wrong step All will be lost forever.

But where can such a person be found?It must not be the son of aristocrats, and it must not be someone who is too famous, it is really hard to find.

"There is no rush for this matter, let's figure it out slowly." Prince Zhao asked him about the major events that happened in the past six months. Although there are letters on weekdays, it is definitely not exhaustive.

The two whispered in the study until midnight, and Tang Yue had already fallen asleep when Prince Zhao returned to his room, and he went to bed lightly, hugging him and having a good night's dream.

When he woke up the next day, there was a scent lingering at the tip of his nose. He was about to open his eyes when someone covered them with his hands.

"Don't open your eyes yet, guess what delicious food I made?" Tang Yue's voice penetrated into Prince Zhao's ears, causing him to subconsciously relax his body.

The aroma at the end of the nose is deep and strong, which is somewhat familiar, but he really has no research on the food, so naturally he has no way of guessing it.

"Think about it, it's what you like to eat."

Prince Zhao casually reported the names of two dishes, and the answer was naturally wrong. Tang Yue let go of his hand, raised his eyebrows, "It's boring."

Prince Zhao opened his eyes, and saw that the other party was holding a white jade plate in his hand, and the pieces of purple pastries on it were shaped like flowers, which was really beautiful.

It looked like it took a lot of time to make this pastry. He held Tang Yue's hand and asked, "When did you get up? Did you make it yourself again?"

Tang Yue went to bed early last night, so naturally he woke up early today. Seeing that Prince Zhao was in a deep sleep, he didn't wake him up. Yesterday, Zhuangzi sent a kind of purple fruit that he had never eaten before. It is said that this kind of fruit is only It is found in a deep mountain outside Yecheng, and it is the fruit that Prince Zhao loves to eat.

So as soon as the season came, the people in Zhuangzi went to pick it and sent it. The fruit was not long in this weather, and Tang Yue used some of it to make pastries. Unexpectedly, the ones they made were beautiful and delicious.

Prince Zhao got up, washed and changed his clothes, and ate a piece of the purple pastry. It was soft, glutinous and sweet, and full of elasticity, which was completely different from the pastries he usually eats.

"I made a lot of them. I packed a box and sent it to the palace for the queen mother, and sent two boxes back to the Marquis of Liyang for my younger sisters to taste."

"Thank you." Prince Zhao received a lot of praise for Tang Yue's good cooking skills, especially Queen Hu Shi, after eating Tang Yue's food a few times, she was full of praise for him.

After they had breakfast together, Tang Yue asked him when Hu Jinpeng left last night and what fun things he said.

Prince Zhao picked up a few interesting things that happened on the border and told him, and skipped the ones that were too heavy, and finally told him about his desire to install people in North Vietnam.

"If you can think of this, your father must also have thought of it, right? How do you know that the old man didn't do this?"

Prince Zhao was silent for a moment, "Gu Cizhi, but this is not a conflict, as long as it can achieve the goal."

"That's right, do you have someone to choose?"

"none."

Tang Yue went through the people he knew, and his heart moved, "I have a good talent in my hand, but it's hard to say whether I can take on this great task."

"Oh?" Prince Zhao's eyes brightened, "Who is it? Do you know me alone?"

"It's Mr. Xuan Jing who lives in our house. He is talented. Do you know that he is in charge of my shop, and his profit has doubled in just three months? And the account books are also leak-proof. It looks comfortable."

"Mr. Xuan Jing? Is that the aide who came from your family as a dowry?"

"It's him."

If he is just a person who knows how to do business and keep accounts, he will naturally not be competent, but this person is an aide to Tang Yue from the Marquis of Liyang, so he must not only be able to do those things.

He called someone to come in, and ordered: "Go and invite Mr. Xuan Jing to the pavilion in Luyuan, and say that I want to invite him to have tea." Prince Zhao planned to meet people first.

"A person from our mansion?" Ke asked suspiciously. He didn't even know that there was such a number one person in the Prince's mansion. Is he too negligent of his duty or is this person too low-key?

Tang Yue coughed and said for him, "Let the housekeeper please." As the housekeeper of this mansion, even a mouse would know if it came in, let alone a person.

Ke Wudi lowered his head complacently, stared at his toes for a while, and then ran away. He wanted to see who this Mr. Xuanjing was.

When he saw someone, he stared at the boss with an unbelievable look.

"Guan Ke, is there something for you?" Mr. Xuan Jing asked gently.

"No... no, His Highness is here to invite you, sir, please come with me." Ke Zhizhi brought him to Luyuan, but he still couldn't help it. He didn't even know that there was such an outstanding person in the mansion!

And what's even more weird is that the other party actually knew him. Could it be that his memory has degenerated to such an extent?

When they arrived, the butler had already sent someone to prepare the tea set. He bowed to Xuan Jing, and then went to invite Prince Zhao.

When Prince Zhao saw Mr. Xuan Jing, he was also very surprised. He thought that the aide that Marquis Liyang had found for Tang Yue would be a middle-aged man, if not an old man, but he unexpectedly turned out to be a young man with outstanding appearance.

At the first impression, Prince Zhao felt that he was not suitable. He was so young and his experience must be inexperienced, so he might not be able to take on great responsibilities.

"See Your Highness the Crown Prince, and see the Young Master. I don't know what your Highness wants to order when you come down?" Mr. Xuan Jing asked naturally.

He possesses the elegance most admired by literati nowadays, with impeccable etiquette and a standardized smile. It can be said that standing in front of you, this person can easily gain your trust and favor.

Even if he did something bad, no one would doubt him.

Prince Zhao suppressed the surprise in his heart, invited him to sit down, and said, "I've heard about Mr.'s name for a long time, but I met you for the first time today. It's a bit unexpected."

Mr. Xuan Jing glanced at Tang Yue, and said with a smile: "Young Master was so surprised when I saw you for the first time."

Tang Yue secretly rolled his eyes, who made you so young, no one thinks you look like a staff member, can you blame him?

Prince Zhao told the truth: "Sir, you are too young. I don't know how old you are this year?"

"Twenty-five is not too young." 25 years old is the golden age of life. It is indeed not too young in this era, but it is definitely not at the stage of a successful career.

"Then I don't know if Mr. has married a wife?" He didn't ask Tang Yue this question beforehand, but seeing him staring at him curiously, he guessed that he didn't know either.

"My personality is cold, I don't know much about...cough, I don't really want to get married and have children, so I haven't married a wife yet."

Prince Zhao was also very conflicted before. If he finds someone with a family and a family to carry out this task, the other party will worry too much, so it may not be good.

For a 25-year-old man who hasn't gotten married, Prince Zhao naturally doesn't believe that he doesn't want to get married. I'm afraid there is something hard to say, for example... like men?

With this level of understanding, Prince Zhao felt a lot more at ease, and it is naturally a wish for him not to be burdened by his family.

He asked a lot of questions, some basic information at first, and then gradually delved into other aspects.

The more he asked, the more satisfied Prince Zhao's eyes became. I never expected that there was such a talent hidden in his prince's mansion.

"Is the sir in charge of the crown princess's dowry now?"

"Yes, I will spare no effort to complete what the young master ordered me to do."

"It's too much of a talent. I wonder if Mr. Gu is willing to work with Gu?"

Mr. Xuan Jing glanced at Tang Yue, seeing that he had no intention of objecting, he knew that they were acting out of anger, but he still shook his head and refused, "I'm sorry I can't agree, but I'm from the Liyang Houfu. I have the idea of ​​​​changing masters."

Tang Yue thought he was caring about his own thoughts, so he waved his hand and said, "You don't have to think about me, it's the same for you to do things for me and His Highness, but each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Naturally, following His Highness has a bright future, but you have to take risks at will." With the increase, you can follow me and be at ease, but it prevents the master's talent from being displayed, don't you think it's a pity, sir?"

Mr. Xuan Jing poured tea for the two of them, and replied calmly: "I don't have too big aspirations, and it's good to live a lifetime with this ease and leisure."

Prince Zhao didn't have the idea of ​​getting someone right in one go, and it wasn't clear whether the person was suitable or not in one go.

So he put aside this topic and turned to discuss the current situation between the two countries, "What do you think about North Vietnam's peace request this time?"

"From the fact that North Vietnam sent envoys to the south over and over again, and lowered its demands again and again, it can be seen that North Vietnam is determined to seek peace. This also shows one thing. North Vietnam must not have the energy and financial resources to send troops to fight again in the short term. It is a great joy.”

Prince Zhao nodded, "After years of war in the Southern Jin Dynasty, there is also an urgent need for a time to recuperate. This coincides with the North Vietnamese people."

"That's true. However, the North and the South have had a long history of grievances. It may not be easy to successfully reach an agreement."

Prince Zhao told him the news that Hu Jinpeng brought yesterday, intending to test his depth, "Do you think this condition is feasible, sir?"

Mr. Xuan Jing smiled, "Your Highness must have the answer in mind, if you agree to this condition, we must be the ones who regret it in the future."

Prince Zhao and him looked at each other, there was a kind of tacit understanding without words, Tang Yue saw that they were talking speculatively, so he left first.

Prince Zhao called to stop him, and said something inexplicably: "Madam is really good at learning the piano, rain or shine."

Tang Yue glared at him, "That's right, if you are not proficient in everything, how can you be a princess?"

The corner of the prince's mouth twitched, and he snorted softly, "Then wait until you learn it."

If Tang Yue really wants to learn something, he can learn it, but he is not interested in it, and he does not intend to waste time on these useless things.

However, it's time for him to speed up the progress, it's really tiring to stay with a performance group every day.

After he left, Prince Zhao and Xuan Jing returned to the topic just now. The two had similar views on politics, and they even felt like they knew each other when they chatted.

"Sir, go back and think about it again. If you are willing to help Gu Ding, Gu Ding will be very grateful."

This time, Xuan Jing did not directly refuse, but agreed to go back and think about it.