The officials of the Great Zhou Dynasty really did not expect that the contents of Wu Guangxian's memorial, regardless of his life, would also be thought of by Lord Ling. Wu Guangxian, who had been fighting pirates all year round, was naturally familiar with various situations along the coast of Great Zhou, but what about Lord Marquis? He was not there

Jiangzhou? Isn't it in the capital? How could he think more far-reaching than Wu Guangxian? Even His Majesty has not thought so far-reaching?

I don’t know how many people were shocked by Wu Guangxian’s words. None of the officials in the imperial court knew that Wu Guangxian attended the Marquis’ banquet last night. However, no one knew what they talked about or what they did. Until today’s court meeting with Wu Guangxian

Said it myself.

Fortunately, the Emperor of the Zhou Dynasty really understood the righteousness and did not reprimand Wu Guangxian. Instead, he immediately promoted him to the general of the navy, taking charge of the entire navy of the Zhou Dynasty and preparing to build the first regular navy of the Zhou Dynasty.

The officials in the capital looked at the Marquis's Mansion. They knew that Ling Xin'an was extraordinary, but they didn't expect that the Marquis would know how to take advantage of the situation. If Wu Guangxian only thought of this after he came to Beijing, everyone in the imperial court

The middle man is not stupid, and his heart is like a mirror, but what can be done? The Marquis took advantage of Wu Guangxian's key point and successfully conveyed his ideas to His Majesty through Wu Guangxian's mouth, taking advantage of the situation.

While promoting Wu Guangxian, it also subtly reduced the conflict between him and Ling Shangshu.

Yan Shisan's face was very gloomy. He had finally managed to win Wu Guangxian over to this side, which could give Ling Shang a blow. However, no one expected that Ling Xin'an would not only ruin his plan with a single move, but also destroy Wu Guang.

The wise are placed in a neutral position.

Whether Ling Xin'an has reconciled the grievances between Wu Guangxian and his father is no longer important, because his words made His Majesty have to think deeply. Although the Marquis has no right to participate in politics, it does not mean that he cannot use the hands of others.

Accepting advice, especially if it is beneficial to the Zhou Dynasty, no one dares to blame except His Majesty.

Ling Shang should have been happy, but now he was sitting in the hall with a gloomy face, sitting on the chair without saying a word.

I don’t know when he started, but he, who had never changed his expression before the mountain collapsed, became moody. He also didn’t understand why he became like this. When did he start? Thinking carefully, it should be on a certain day.

From the moment he learned that his third son was being praised throughout the world, his mood began to fluctuate.

When did I no longer be able to see clearly and control this little son whom I had looked down upon since childhood?

Thinking of this, he felt even more irritable and felt uncomfortable in his heart.

At this time, Ling Zhifeng's figure appeared in the hall, and he saluted and said: "Uncle, what do you want to do with your nephew?"

Ling Shang suppressed his temper and said: "Today the imperial court issued a decree that Zhiping was demoted. Those who were previously arranged in the family were demoted to soldiers and were not allowed to be promoted for life. Please write a letter to arrange their whereabouts."

"Uncle, they surrendered and submitted their resignations the day before yesterday!" Ling Zhifeng said.

Ling Shang's expression changed, and he instantly recalled Ling Xin'an's words in his mind, and said, "Zhi'an asked you to do this?"

Ling Zhifeng flashed a look of surprise: "Didn't you tell me that? Zhi'an came to me a few days ago and said that you wanted to convey your intention and ask them to resign."

Ling Shang said: "When did he tell you?"

"Well, the day after General Wu came to Beijing, he sent someone to tell me about the matter and asked me to deal with it," Ling Zhifeng said.

Ling Shang's expression changed, and he waved his hand and said, "Go down!"

"Yes, uncle." Ling Zhifeng glanced at Ling Shang doubtfully and left.

In the hall, Ling Shang sat quietly alone.

…

The Water Governor General Wu Guangxian who came to Beijing with great excitement quickly disappeared from the minds of people in the capital. There are too many things happening here every day, and few things can retain their popularity for a long time. Everyone is busy living.

, as for whether it is for survival or for life, it depends on each one's destiny.

Ling Xin'an sat in the yard and played with the three-eyed red firebird. Its scar had long since healed, but it was shot by someone the first time it flew. There was a shadow in the little heart, but its nature would not let it forget.

The ability to fly, Ling Xin'an took it to fly in the countryside from time to time. Ling Shuang finally experienced the wonderful experience of flying in the sky. The first time was Ling Xin'an taking her with him, the second time it was Xia Xiaoyu and her, and the last time

It's her alone.

Except for the three people in the Three-Eyed Red Firebird, only Tao Dawei in the entire Marquis Mansion could sit on it, but Tao Dawei didn't dare and had no time. With hundreds of acres of vegetable cultivation, it has become the largest vegetable supplier in the capital.

Ling Xin'an didn't expect that Tao Dawei was so ambitious. As he kept growing, he hired people to expand his land and became a landlord himself.

"Master Hou, we can also make a vegetable brand." He said: "For example, since our peppers come from Jiangzhou, we call them Jiangzhou peppers."

Everyone couldn't help but laugh, Ling Shuang said: "If you are asked to grow for us to eat, it would be better for you to become a farmer. Isn't the salary paid by the Marquis Mansion not enough?"

Tao David smiled and said, "Miss Shuang'er, the more the merrier!"

Everyone was joking and joking. At this time, Zhong Wuyan walked in, holding an invitation card in his hand and said: "Master Marquis, Prince Qin invites you!"

Ling Xin'an opened the invitation smoothly, folded it up after reading it and said, "Just tell me that I will be there on time!"

…

The Prince of Qin's Mansion occupies a vast area and has an impressive momentum. There are two huge ferocious beasts at the door, which are powerful and fierce. Nearly a hundred guards stand at the door. When Ling Xin'an's figure appeared more than a hundred feet in front of the door, he was stopped. The guards

Only when he saw that it was Lord Ling, he was allowed to enter.

The door slowly opened, revealing the butler's figure, bending down and saluting: "Greetings to the Marquis! Your Majesty has been waiting for a long time."

The butler is over fifty years old, has a slender body, half a head taller than Ling Xin'an, has long black hair, a clean face, and calm eyes, but he wears ordinary butler uniforms.

"Please ask the housekeeper to lead the way!" Ling Xin'an said with a smile.

"Your Majesty, please come with me."

The Prince of Qin's Mansion was very large, with landscapes and flowers scattered all over it, like a paradise. Ling Xin'an walked and admired it until he came to a quiet courtyard, surrounded by flowers and plants. Deep in the winding path, maids and girls stood side by side. In the front, a figure was standing in front of him.

Sitting quietly, staring at Ling Xin'an who was strolling over.

"Meet the prince!" Ling Xin'an saluted.

"Haha, Lord Marquis, why do you need to be like this!" Prince Qin quickly laughed.

This was the second time I met Prince Qin. The first time was at the entrance of the palace. The two just looked at each other and did not speak. Prince Qin looked to be in his early forties, with a protruding forehead, a long and narrow face, and a narrow nose.

Tall, the three seemingly obvious features are somehow in perfect proportion on his face. His face is not handsome but very attractive, especially with his faint aura of awe, and his eyes are equally deep and unsightly.

It's so transparent and unforgettable.

"Master Hou is really a formidable young man. I am so lucky to have you as Master Hou in Zhou Dynasty!" Prince Qin poured wine for Ling Xin'an and said, "Try the wine I have collected for many years and see if it can compare with yours."

Du Kang!"

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "Your Majesty, no matter what kind of wine it is, the more you drink it, the warmer it becomes, it is a good wine!"

Prince Qin laughed and said, "These words really touch my heart. Come on, cheers!"

"Here's to the prince!" Ling Xin'an raised her glass.

The two drank it all in one gulp.

Prince Qin filled their glasses with wine and said, "The day before yesterday, His Majesty called me into the palace and asked me what kind of person the Marquis was. At that time, I really couldn't answer."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "The prince thinks Ling is who he is!"

Prince Qin raised his glass, clinked it with Ling Xin'an, drank it in one gulp, and said, "You know, His Majesty hasn't chatted with me like this for a long, long time!"

Ling Xin'an did the same. She put down her wine glass, picked up the wine jug and filled it up for Prince Qin. Then she poured it into her own cup and said, "Does Your Majesty know that I graduated from Wenshu College with the first place?"

Prince Qin frowned slightly: "I have never heard of this."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "I remember when I was at Wenshu College, Ling read in the college library when he had nothing to do. There were too many books in the college library and he read too many books. I don't know why, but he slowly remembered them in his heart as he read them.

Already."

Prince Qin smiled and said: "There is no limit to learning and hard work. This is what the dean said most."

Ling Xin'an nodded and said: "That's exactly it!"

"It's just a matter of naval forces. Why don't you ask me to report it in person?" Prince Qin asked softly in confusion.

Ling Xin'an sighed: "My lord, have you ever been to Ezhou, which was under the jurisdiction of Ling?"

Prince Qin shook his head and said, "I've never been there!"

Ling Xin'an said: "In this land of Ezhou, after every vernal equinox, during the spring plowing season, and during the continuous spring rain, the Yangtze River will inevitably overflow, and the river water will pour in. The city of Ezhou will be flooded every year, and the people will be miserable. Ling once went to see it in person

Later, the flood came roaring, and there was no resistance in Ezhou city. At that time, Ling thought, if it was not a flood, but five barbarians riding a boat, how could Ezhou resist it? "

Prince Qin suddenly realized: "It turns out that Lord Hou has thought about it a long time ago, but the time is not right!"

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "Don't blame Ling for taking advantage of General Wu, because only he can intimidate the pirates along the Great Zhou Dynasty, and only he will be able to defend against the barbarians on the river in the future."

Prince Qin sighed: "Master Hou is so wise, come and have another drink!"

The two raised their glasses and drank it all in one gulp.

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "Your Majesty is a great man of the generation. Even if Ling doesn't say it through General Wu's mouth, he will definitely be able to figure it out. It's just a matter of time. But what we, the Great Zhou Dynasty, lack now is exactly time."

Prince Qin also sighed: "Yes, the world has been relatively peaceful for decades. Although there are wars every year, they are just a little training exercise."

"War is not a child's play!" Ling Xin'an lamented: "My lord, when you went all the way south, all the lives were devastated. This situation will end at the hands of your majesty, and the five barbarians will be destroyed sooner or later."

Prince Qin smiled and said: "Master Hou has such great ambitions. Dazhou needs young people with lofty ambitions. I really hope Dazhou can have a few more outstanding young people like you."

Ling Xin'an smiled and said: "Your Majesty, don't be discouraged. There are many outstanding young people. I am just a prince waiting to die!"
Chapter completed!