Pei Xiner sent Zhao Yuqian away, asked Ying'er and others to come in and continue what had not been done, dressed up properly, and then stood up.

She rubbed her waist, which was still sore, and simply leaned on the kang and read the book lazily for a while, not wanting to do anything. Now that the big thing is settled, the battle between the emperor and the empress dowager has obviously come to an end, ending with the emperor's great victory. She originally wanted to be a free concubine, but she did not expect to be involved in this battle for no reason. Although it was just a struggle between the women in the backyard, it was not inferior to the turbulent tide in the court, and the danger was also a life-and-death death. Now, everything has been settled, which means that her mission has finally been completed. Judging from the final result, her role should be quite good. In the future, it is time for her to take a good rest and breathe a sigh of relief.

Besides, she did not think that after completing all the grudges, the old lady and Mrs. Zhao would tolerate her concubines who had been in charge of the housework of the general's mansion for a long time. Zhao Yubao must not have a legitimate wife. They would probably try to marry a second wife for him soon. By then, her courage to take down the family, which was something she could not afford.

As she thought about it, she fell asleep on the kang. Before she finished speaking, she saw Zhao Yubao walking in quickly. Unlike when she left, he was full of hostility. The cold and sharp aura suddenly dispelled Pei Xiner's sleepiness. She immediately woke up. She hurriedly got off the kang, served Zhao Yubao and changed into casual clothes, and then served Qing tea.

"What's wrong with me? What's wrong with me?" she asked.

Zhao Yuxian sat on the kang with a frown, taking two sips of tea absentmindedly, then raised his head to look at Pei Xiner beside him, and said lightly: "There is nothing in the palace, it's a border accident."

Pei Xiner was shocked. She immediately recalled the matter about the border, and she felt scared for no reason. She asked hurriedly: "Is it... something wrong with the level in the north?"

Zhao Yu had known her intelligence, so he was not surprised that she had guessed the truth at once. He nodded and said, "Beirong seems to be a little ready now. Although this season is the 'hunting' period in their usual practice, the movement this year is a bit loud, and the court suspected that their purpose is not simple." Pei Xiner was shocked. She didn't come back to her senses for a while. However, after Zhao Yu Bao said his thoughts, he felt much better. Seeing her like this, he couldn't help but smile, reached out to bring her into his arms, and said softly: "It's okay. The border affairs have nothing to do with the capital for the time being. I'm just a little upset. It's not a big deal. Don't be too nervous."

Pei Xiner came to her senses, bit her lower lip, and looked at him with great concern and asked, "Master... If the border war really starts, do you have to go out to war?"

Zhao Yuzun was stunned. Unexpectedly, she was so keen and intelligent, and she didn't know what to say for a moment.

When Pei Xiner saw his expression, she didn't understand anything else?

The Zhao family started out with military merits and was a good general for generations. They have always been the decisive force of the imperial court and have an unparalleled influence in the army. What's more, the Zhao family has held military power for generations. Not to mention that they are all their confidants in the army, but the only one who can obey those ambitious generals beside the orders is the Zhao family, the Yongwei General.

Although the emperor had just won the battle with the Empress Dowager, this kind of victory was hard-won and could not really take all the power into his pocket in a short while. The emperor never underestimated the remnants of the Empress Dowager and did not intend to relax his vigilance.

The army has had various frictions with the court since ancient times. Civil officials and military generals have been incompatible with each other for a long time. It is a dream to let civil officials lead the army. The emperor has many capable people, but there are not many people who can take advantage of the military generals, and there are even fewer people who can intimidate those soldiers. The most suitable candidate is not to be a second person except Zhao Yuzhen.

If the border war is serious, the only person that the emperor can send out is Zhao Yu. If it were someone else, it would be one thing to make the arrogant soldiers and generals in the border bow down and obey orders. It is even more a big question whether they can resist the enemy's attack. According to the emperor's nature, who else can he trust besides Zhao Yu's debt?

The Empress Dowager once held power alone for more than ten years, and his power naturally penetrated into the army. Now that the Empress Dowager has fallen, the emperor has begun to eliminate her power in the army. At this time, the power of Zhaoyubao is even more needed to stabilize the morale of the army. Therefore, no matter what aspect of consideration, Zhaoyubao does not have the possibility of being alone and being at ease.

Pei Xiner can understand all the causes and consequences, but thinking clearly does not mean that she can feel at ease. Especially at this time, there is a connection between the border, with no eyes and no swords and guns, and the battlefield is ruthless. Even Zhao Yu has three heads and six arms, and after going to the battlefield, she will be involuntarily in life and death. How can she not worry? He is the pillar of this family. Dun Ge'er and Chun Ge'er are both young. If he has something to do, the general's mansion will be over. Unless Dun Ge'er or Chun Ge'er grows up and can make a fortune, the Zhao family will have to be deteriorating. Even if the emperor can favor one or two, if he cannot stand up, the emperor has no reason to raise a group of people who are not good for him in vain, and the Zhao family will have to slowly decline.

She could not care about Zhao Yuzun's life or death, but she could not help but care about the future of her children. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but hold Zhao Yuzun's big palm tightly with her backhand, and her eyes showed a nervous look, looking at Zhao Yuzun without saying a word.

Zhao Yuxian felt warm in his heart, and his eyes softened more and more, and he looked at her and said, "It's really okay. Now the border is just a few signs. Perhaps the Beirong will be unstable and there is no real crisis. Besides, even if the battle is really started, there are so many elite troops in the border, which makes his generals and leaders used to it on weekdays. Changing generals at the last minute is a taboo in military strategists. The emperor will not make such mistakes when he is familiar with military books. So you really don't have to worry about me, I won't go to the battlefield."

Pei Xiner's depression did not disappear because she knew very well that if she really encountered such a major event as the Beirong invasion, the emperor would definitely send someone she trusted to the border to supervise the war. No matter how you think about this candidate, only Zhao Yuzhen can be competent!

But she did not say this, but just buried her worries deeply in her heart. Since Zhao Yu didn't want her to worry and said everything so lightly, how could she let down his wishes?

She forced a smile, gently struggled out of his hand, and changed the subject and said, "If this is the case, it would be better. I have worked hard for a day, so why not ask someone to pass on the meal?"

Zhao Yuzun nodded and said, "Okay, let's pass it."

So the two of them focused on eating, and they didn't talk about the border affairs again.

After dinner, the two of them talked for a while. Because they were tired today, they washed up and prepared to go to bed to rest. Unexpectedly, at this time, the sound of rapid footsteps sounded, and Ruiniang's voice rushed at the door, saying, "General, aunt, something happened!"...

Usually, Ruiniang had gone back to rest at this time. She was already married, so she naturally didn't want to live in the inner courtyard like Ying'er and the others. The gate of the yard has been locked at this time. If there was nothing particularly important, she wouldn't have run in at this time.

Pei Xiner was stunned and exchanged glances with Zhao Yufeng, then opened the door and asked, "What's wrong?"

Rui Niang walked in a hurry. At this moment, fine beads of sweat had already oozed out of her forehead. She looked a little arrogant, but she was not afraid. Instead, Pei Xiner let down her snacks.

Ruiniang calmed down and saluted her and Zhao Yuqian first, then said hurriedly: "General, aunt, news came from the family temple that the eldest grandma has passed away!"

Pei Xiner was stunned again and couldn't help but look at Zhao Yuxian again. A hint of surprise flashed in Zhao Yuxian's eyes, but the expression on her face did not change much. To be honest, they all knew the situation of Feng's family. It was just a delay. There would be such a day in the end, so there would naturally be no surprise when this day came.

Although Feng was already a de facto cousin, Zhao Yuzhen did not give up on her for a day. She was still the nominal grandmother and the mistress of the general's mansion. She could not turn a deaf ear to her death, but if she paid too much attention, it would go against Zhao Yuzhen's original intention. He frowned and thought for a while, then said decisively: "Let the butler deal with it. Don't be too particular, but don't be too cold."

Pei Xiner looked at him with a little hesitation and asked, "Then... do you want to set up a mourning hall at home?"

A sarcastic smile appeared on Zhao Yuwang's lips and said, "No need. Who in each family is not sure about her affairs? It's just a matter of face. Even if a mourning hall is set up, who will come? It's better to save some trouble."
Chapter completed!