Mrs. Rebirth

As soon as the old lady left, Zuo Shaoqing's smile changed immediately, and he squinted at Lu Zheng and asked, "Does Master Lu still want to play chess?"

Lu Zheng knew that this was a sign that he was becoming angry from embarrassment. He bent down and picked up the small table on the ground and threw it aside, then sat on the bed and picked up the chess pieces that had been scattered just now. , not bad at all, and then said sternly: "Excuse me, how can there be any reason to give up halfway?"

Zuo Shaoqing only felt that he had punched the cotton, and in a moment Lu Zheng returned to the serious appearance he remembered.

He snatched the chess box containing the white pieces, changed his gentleness before, and dropped a chess piece on the chessboard, "The loser of this chess game will sleep in the study tonight!"

The corner of Lu Zheng's mouth twitched, and he soon realized that he could not win this game of chess tonight, not only had to lose, but he had to lose face.

He sighed and began to concentrate on the chessboard.

Zuo Shaoqing's previous chess strategy was mainly defensive, but this time he was full of murderous intent. Wherever there were sunspots, he would go to wherever there were sunspots, and he would kill a game of chess.

Lu Zheng made several gaps for him, leading him to approach step by step, and finally lost the game by one piece.

"Haven't played chess for a while, Shao Qing is good at chess." Lu Zheng sincerely praised, compared to the first time playing chess with Zuo Shaoqing, this game is obviously more powerful.

But Zuo Shaoqing replied very self-aware: "I don't dare to be a late student, it's all up to Mr. Lu's mercy! But..." He pushed the chessboard away with his foot, pointed to the door and said: "After all, the late student won , Master Lu, please move!"

Lu Zheng looked at his vivid eyebrows, put away the chess pieces, hugged him and asked, "Still angry?"

"Late students don't dare!" Zuo Shaoqing tilted his head, leaving him with a delicate profile.

Lu Zheng knew that he was shy, so he probably wanted to be alone at the moment, "It's okay to let me sleep in the study, but... should Qingqing also give some compensation?"

"What compensation?" Zuo Shaoqing looked at him warily and asked.

Lu Zheng pointed to his lips, the meaning couldn't be more obvious.

When this matter was mentioned, Zuo Shaoqing thought of the embarrassment of the old lady's surprise inspection just now. Although he couldn't see his lips, they must have been red and swollen at that time.

Thinking of losing her composure in front of her elders, Zuo Shaoqing raised her head and gave Lu Zheng a hard look, with a hint of shame on her face, she said word by word: "Sezi has a knife on her head."

Lu Zheng took the initiative to lean over and asked for a kiss. Before leaving, he raised his eyebrows and asked, "Qingqing, don't you forget who was the one who took the initiative to seduce me just now?"

Before Zuo Shaoqing got mad, Lu Zheng disappeared in the room in the blink of an eye, while Zuo Shaoqing was replaying the previous intimacy over and over again, slapped himself suddenly, and repeated: "On the head of Sezi A knife!"

The court was full of turmoil, and for three consecutive days, all civil and military officials raised their heads tremblingly when they went to court. Even so, there were quite a few officials who were stripped of their black hats in the Golden Temple every day, and even all their families were executed.

Emperor Tianfeng, who has always been known for his benevolence and harmony, acted vigorously and resolutely in just three days. Those who deserved to be killed, those who deserved to be exiled, were not soft-hearted at all.

However, these things have nothing to do with the Zhen Guo Gongfu. Lu Zheng knew that Zhan Yuanfeng was using this excellent opportunity to eliminate dissidents, so he didn't even go to court, and devoted himself to staying with Zuo Shaoqing in the mansion to heal his wounds.

And the gate of the Duke of Zhen's mansion has not been closed these days, no matter who asked to come to the door, they were ruthlessly rejected. For a while, Emperor Tianfeng's ruthlessness and Duke of Zhen's coldness were spread throughout Dayang.

It wasn't until five days later that the rectification turmoil caused by King Ruiqing's conspiracy finally calmed down. Immediately afterwards, Emperor Tianfeng rewarded the civil and military officials who had done meritorious service this time.

Some well-informed officials noticed that all the people who were vigorously promoted this time were the confidantes of Emperor Tianfeng. Among them, Jiang Che Jiang Shilang replaced the previous Minister of the Ministry of Officials and became the youngest second-rank minister in the history of the central government.

It wasn't until the end of the rewards that everyone realized that, as the biggest hero this time, Mr. Lu didn't get any rewards.

The suspicious courtiers inevitably murmured in their hearts: It seems that the emperor's fear of Lord Lu has been made clear, and he doesn't know when he will strike at Duke Zhen's mansion.

Even with this understanding, the ministers did not dare to underestimate Lord Lu. After all, Lord Lu has a heavy army in his hands, and it is not certain who will die in a real fight.

In the imperial study room, green smoke wafted from the incense burner, but Zhan Yuan Feng was not in the mood to savor the latest ambergris.

"Do you know why I promoted you to be in charge of the Ministry of Officials?" Zhan Yuanfeng asked lightly.

Jiang Che, who was kneeling down, moved his numb knee a little bit, straightened his back, and replied with a serious face: "I know."

Zhan Yuanfeng took a deep look at this young man who had been his school companion since he was a child. Jiang Che had a cheerful personality, a sweet mouth, and a good ability to handle affairs since he was a child, so he has been cultivating him all the time. Let him take over the official department. Decide.

It's just...he changed the subject, and seemingly casually mentioned: "I heard that you are about to marry the Zuo family?"

Jiang Che paused, "The emperor is serious, it's just taking a concubine." He was a little puzzled, why such a trivial matter would be brought up by the emperor on purpose.

Moreover, this matter has always been regarded as a shame by him. The woman who was originally intended to be pushed to Lu Zheng finally fell into his arms inexplicably. Jiang Che was not at all happy about taking a concubine.

The scene that night was too chaotic, he only cared about Lu Zheng but didn't see who pushed him into the water, but after thinking about it carefully afterwards, the person who could kick him into the water with one kick must have a good skill.

That's why he didn't think about Zuo Shaoqing all the time, he just thought it was the hidden guard who secretly protected Lu Zheng.

"Hmm..." Zhan Yuanfeng tapped on the dragon case lightly. The latest list of officials was placed on the top of the case, and Lu Zheng's name was impressively at the top.

Although he wasn't as afraid of Lu Zheng as outsiders thought, he didn't want the Duke of Zhen's family to dominate. Jiang Che was reused because the reputation of the Jiang family was still there, and he knew that Jiang Che was not as good as Lu Zheng. So obedient on the surface.

It's just that now, the two families that he originally wanted to check and balance each other, are getting married with Zuo Fu at the same time, so he has to reposition Jiang Che's position.

Jiang Che was definitely not stupid to be able to stay by your side all the time and to rise steadily. He saw Zhan Yuanfeng's wavering, and explained aloud: "It's all because of my impulsiveness. Seeing Miss Zuo's family fell into the water, I lost my mind."

"Haha, I also heard that this eldest lady is talented and beautiful, so I made you a concubine like this, I really wronged her."

Jiang Che hurriedly said: "What the emperor said is very true. Although this minister has touched the body of the eldest lady of the Zuo family, it is understandable to act in a hurry."

Zhan Yuanfeng scolded with a smile: "Don't get cheap and act like a good boy! You touched someone's yellow flower girl, it's no wonder they don't hold you accountable."

Jiang Che curled his lips secretly. He really didn't think he had taken advantage of it. He originally went for Zuo Shaoqing, but in the end he brought such a woman back. The gain outweighs the loss.

He didn't doubt Zuo Shuhui's innocence. After all, he knew about Zuo Shuhui's kidnapping that day, and he knew exactly what happened between them, but he was unwilling.

"Your Majesty, the Zuo family has come to make trouble all day long because of this matter, and this minister has no choice but to agree to marry this family."

"The Zuo family has been scholarly for generations, and the most important thing is the reputation of the woman, and there is only such a daughter-in-law, so it is normal to be emotional." Zhan Yuanfeng's eyes flashed, but he knew that Zuo Shaoqing had been staying in town these days. The Duke's mansion is recuperating, but no one from the Zuo family dares to go to the Duke's mansion to be an important person. It is not known whether they acquiesce in this relationship or are timid.

On one side is the favored prostitute, and on the other is the neglected concubine, it is clear at a glance which is more important.

"The dignified daughter of the Zuo family committed herself to be a concubine, don't be too harsh, and spread the word to make people laugh."

"Yes, I understand." Jiang Che had no intention of refusing. Although he didn't like Zuo Shuhui, he didn't care about having an extra woman in his backyard. Is it appropriate to speak?"

"Ok?"

"There are some bad rumors outside because of your indifference to Mr. Lu..."

Zhan Yuanfeng was not surprised, he waved his hand to stop his topic, "It must be said that I am narrow-minded and cannot tolerate Lu Zheng's high achievements, I am tired of hearing these words."

"That……"

"Okay, I have my own plan for this matter!" Speaking of Lu Zheng's matter, Zhan Yuanfeng became agitated for a while, still unable to figure out why he, such a good man, wanted to marry a man's wife?Just marry, but you still want to marry by imperial decree, no matter how you think about it, it's ridiculous.

When Jiang Che stepped back, a heroic and tall young man walked out from the cubicle of the imperial study, wearing a black-blue short shirt and trousers, capable and ordinary.

If Lu Zheng were here, he would definitely recognize that this person was one of Mo Chengzhong's confidantes whom he saw in Jingjiying back then.

The young man knelt down and reported in a low voice: "Your Majesty, Mo Chengzhong died suddenly in the Jingji Camp today."

Zhan Yuanfeng crossed off Mo Chengzhong's name from the list with a blank face, "Although Mo Chengzhong has no merits, he has no faults. I can't convict him. You did a good job this time. From now on, the Jingji Camp will be handed over to you." Take charge, don't let me down!"

The young man kowtowed three times: "Thank you Lord Long En!"

Zhan Yuanfeng got up and walked in front of him, condescendingly looking down at the pawn that he had inserted into the Jingji camp with one hand, his thoughts were difficult to distinguish, and he wanted to hear from him about Lu Zheng's performance that day, so he couldn't help sighing: "This Military generals in the court are scarce, and talents like Lu Zheng are even rarer."

The young man lowered his head in shame, and really wanted to say that there would never be another general like Lord Lu in Dayang.

How could Zhan Yuanfeng not know?He rubbed his swollen forehead and thought: It's time to solve the problem of Lu Gongye's reward.

Ever since, when the minister was about to enter the beautiful nightlife, an imperial decree came out from the palace, and it was written: The palace examination, which was delayed due to the imperial examination fraud case, will be officially held tomorrow. The final result of the palace examination shall prevail.

In other words, those candidates who failed in the general examination can also participate in the palace examination. This not only gives them a chance to be on the list again, but also allows all students to have the opportunity to meet the holy face. That night, the capital once again It boiled up, and the voices of students singing praises were everywhere.

Zuo Shaoqing also heard the news, and couldn't help asking Lu Zheng: "What is the emperor's intention for this move?" The previous fraud case did not find out the result, but only dealt with a few students who were confirmed to be cheating.

He Zhicheng, whom Zuo Shaoqing knew, was not convicted. Zuo Shaoqing was not sure if he had cheated, but the Ministry of Criminal Justice did not find any evidence of him cheating. It seems that this person either has real talents or is quite capable.

"Isn't this better? I have long felt that the imperial examination is too troublesome. If these scholars were to sit in front of Zhan Yuanfeng for the exam, who would dare to cheat?"

The corner of Zuo Shaoqing's mouth twitched, and he made a bow and smiled and said, "Master Lu, Wansheng thinks that you can be elected as the examiner in the next imperial examination!" No one would dare to cheat!

"Well, if Qingqing fails this time, I can consider this proposal." Lu Zheng said with a serious face: "I will get you another Huiyuan Dangdang!"

Zuo Shaoqing didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but she was also so moved that she stepped forward and nibbled on his lips, "Don't be crowed, I'm still counting on wearing the No. [-] Scholar robe for a while."

Lu Zheng held down his head, which was about to retreat, and deepened the kiss. Tongues hooked and entwined with each other for a while before letting go, "Then I won't allow you to ride a horse through the streets. Those women will take advantage of it!"