The Book of Troubled Times

Chapter 654: The foundation of a noble family

When I met Tang Wanzhuang, she was working at the Office of the Zhenmo Division.

This is also the first time Zhao Changhe saw Tang Wanzhuang sitting in the government office reviewing documents. Although the environment was very solemn, he could always feel that she was in a pavilion with a small bridge and flowing water, writing poetry and painting.

 Wherever she sits, there is the scenery of Jiangnan.

 Hang Baoqin is still standing by his side, serving tea and grinding ink. She is also an official employee of the Demon Suppressing Department with a post of internal affairs. In this world, she is called assistant or secretary. Seeing Zhao Changhe coming, Baoqin glared with some resentment and annoyance, and continued to lower his head and polish his ink.

　　The person who refilled the cup should have been Bao Qin... It's not that I thought too much about Bao Qin, but I have never seen such a thing happen between the emperor and his maid... How can this country...

The difference from before is that Tang Wanzhuang looks very good now. She no longer has the paper-like pale face and coughing sounds from time to time. Her cheeks are white and rosy. The moment she sees Zhao Changhe, her eyebrows bloom with joy. , it’s even more like spring flowers blooming.

In the past, she was called the most beautiful woman in the world because of her appearance. Now she is smoother and more beautiful. I feel that I can’t take off this title, and I don’t need to take it off.

　　Some of the officers of the Demon Suppression Department around were secretly looking at the head of their house. Whether they were married or unmarried, they all had some unconcealable admiration in their eyes.

 So beautiful, this woman...it's a pity that her joy is only for one person.

"Is your Royal Highness's rear stable?" Tang Wanzhuang blinked, showing a rare and playful smile.

"Ahem." Zhao Changhe glanced at the surroundings, and Tang Wanzhuang waved her hand: "Everyone, please step aside."

 The surrounding officers all lowered their heads and left with jealousy and hatred.

Zhao Changhe turned his head and watched everyone go out, tutting his tongue: "If someone rebels because of jealousy, then this disaster attribute will be incredible."

Tang Wanzhuang smiled half-heartedly and didn't answer. She stood up and moved to the coffee table next to her, making tea with her bare hands.

The tea was fragrant and the steam was steaming. Zhao Changhe sat in front of him and looked at her through the mist. His mind, which had been noisy these days, calmed down again unconsciously.

It can be said that my current temperament is most influenced by Tang Dynasty makeup. This kind of beauty can make people chase and get closer without knowing it, and make themselves become such a person. There was a time when Zhao Changhe was a foul-mouthed person in the village, but now it is very far away when he thinks about it.

Tang Wanzhuang handed over a cup of tea, glanced furtively and saw that no one was around, and whispered: "Husband, use tea."

At that moment, the cheeks were dizzy and the head was slightly drooped, which made people’s hearts skip a beat, like ripples rippling in spring water.

Zhao Changhe took the tea and felt that he had gone too far. He lowered his head and muttered: "These days..."

Tang Wanzhuang smiled slightly: "Wanzhuang asked my husband to do this, why should I be ashamed?"

 Let her treat you as I treat you...

Tang Wanzhuang continued: "I knew about the Suzaku incident as early as when I was in the Yang family... I am not surprised by this result. But I never thought that Xuanwu was also..."

At this point, her expression finally became a little weird: "You know? In the past, I was afraid of Xuanwu, even more than Suzaku. A long time ago, I was beaten by her... the elder who played the piano and composed poems from the Tang family. The young lady began to aspire to go on study tours and explore the world. It can be said that it was all thanks to Xuanwu. She was so anxious to break through that she hurt her soul and lungs. A large part of the pressure came from her... I thought I couldn't see through her. It's as deep as the abyss... Only now do I realize that I've thought too much. What kind of enemy am I facing in the void..."

Zhao Changhe couldn’t laugh or cry.

"Originally, even if you subdued Suzaku, I thought Xuanwu would be a very troublesome hidden danger, but it turned out to be..." Tang Wanzhuang smiled easily: "So why should you feel ashamed? In my opinion, you have clearly exceeded your expectations. Mission." Zhao Changhe said helplessly: "Why is it a mission..."

Tang Wanzhuang sighed and said: "As an important minister of the imperial court and the head of the Demon Suppression Department, my ideas on such a national plan are similar to a beauty trick. I am also a little embarrassed... But it is indeed the most intuitive method nowadays, and it is also the husband's idea. The antecedents that were planted by oneself were brought about by taking advantage of the situation. Although the process was absurd, the result is that the interests of all the forces in the new dynasty are now consistent. There are no hidden dangers anymore, and we can join hands to do what needs to be done."

Zhao Changhe hesitated for a moment and whispered: "Evening makeup, from my point of view, it is not measured by this kind of utility. I would rather you call me a **** than treat them as..."

"They treat me the same way, so it's even." Tang Wanzhuang smiled and said, "Oh, it's our business how husbands denounce each other in the backyard and treat each other as conquered, so don't worry about it... "

Zhao Changhe: "...So Yuan Yang, do you also view it the same way?"

"Cui Yuanyang...she doesn't count." Tang Wanzhuang shook his head slightly: "Suzaku Xuanwu is the head of the Four Symbols Sect, Cui Yuanyang is not. The previous policy cannot be involved in this matter."

Zhao Changhe said: "I am here to discuss this matter with you. You know more about the family's affairs than Chichi Qing'er and the others."

 “Qing’er…hee…”

　　　…”

"Ahem." Tang Wanzhuang coughed dryly: "Just like Miss Wang married Cui Yuanyong, and now she can only wipe her tears in the cold palace, the Queen was directly killed by the late emperor without even leaving any last words. Misses from the aristocratic family, including me, are here In my heart, I originally had nothing to say about myself in this kind of thing. They were just props. I am pretty good. I have the highest status in the family and the strongest force. I can fight for a future for myself. As for Cui Yuanyang... her attitude makes no sense. The one you need to deal with is still Cui Wenjing."

 After a pause, he added: "Actually, the person you associate with the Cui family has always been Cui Wenjing, and Cui Yuanyang is just your bond."

 Zhao Changhe nodded: "Yes."

  Sometimes he himself doesn’t know whether he is in love with Yang Yang or Lao Cui, and he has a much higher sense of presence.

"But having such a bond is a different advantage from other families. He can be a relative, which is what he originally wanted to strive for." Tang Wanzhuang said: "But now the main issue has become the interests of the monarchy and the family. Conflict. The late emperor cut off the roots of the family, triggering a rebellion. Cui Wenjing did not personally participate, but giving Qinghe represented the stand of secession. Now that His Majesty established the country as Han and no longer inherited the Xia Dynasty, Cui Wenjing should be looking coldly Let's wait and see how His Majesty's attitude towards the family compares to that of the late Emperor."

"Um."

"Cui Wenjing is the most visionary among the families, but he is still a typical representative of the family's thinking. If he finds that His Majesty is still following the footsteps of the late emperor, then Cui Wenjing will be more likely to cooperate with the Wang family than before. Your Majesty, your Majesty, Gao...don't think that King Cui is fighting to the death. The interests of the family are like the country, and there are no eternal friends and enemies. At present, the Cui family has not expressed its position. It is just that our scientific research plan has not yet begun to be announced and implemented...and His Majesty and I have also We are discussing the tax system of the new dynasty, which is a major challenge to the population and land annexation of today's aristocratic families. Once it is announced, the Cui family will definitely be strangers."

Zhao Changhe finally said: "I know the truth, but how can this kind of thing be a win-win situation? This is a completely contradictory position, and it is impossible to achieve consensus. It is useless to rely on deception, Lao Cui, that old fox..."

"In the past, they relied on the Qinghe Sword to inherit ancient knowledge, including their martial arts and culture. The difference from the inheritance of classics by ordinary people is that the classics need to be understood. If future generations are unworthy, they may not be able to learn them. However, the sword spirit can transfer insights from the soul, allowing them to They have made faster and more stable progress in cultivation than anyone else. Over the years, the Sword Spirit has been sleeping, and each family has declined accordingly, which is visible to the naked eye." Tang Wanzhuang said: "In a sense, the model passed down by the Sword Spirit It has been proven that it may not be safe. Once something goes wrong with the sword spirit, the family's inertia will not be able to keep up, and it will be dragged down to the point where it is not as good as other families who are used to using classics."

 Zhao Changhe nodded: "That's right."

"Now that the sword is broken is an established fact. There is no point dwelling on the past, wondering whether the sword can be restored, or entangled in hatred. People with great wisdom and determination are needed to lead the family to wake up from the old inheritance model and adapt to the new Times, does Cui Wenjing have such determination and foresight?" Tang Wanzhuang said: "I believe he has already considered that only those who can be at the forefront of the wave can gain the greatest benefits in the new era."

Zhao Changhe said: "Am I just going to be a lobbyist? Should I give him something visible?"

Tang Wanzhuang stood up from his seat and bowed deeply: "Wanzhuang is doing it for his own personal gain...I am not asking for the official title of Marquis of Wu for my nephew. This is a virtual title and a seat, and does not involve any authority, but it is hereditary, and it is the same as the country." stop."

 (End of this chapter)