"Except for the Situ family who squeezed their way into the five major families through nepotism, the other four families are the Xi family, the Fu family, the Qin family and the Qi family." Sicang's voice was low and steady, and he slowly explained the situation in Dongyou, "The Fu family
In charge of military power, they were once the most trusted family of military commanders by the late emperor and the current emperor, and they remain prominent to this day."
Speaking of this, Sicang added: "Although the Dongyou royal family has many shortcomings, they have always placed great emphasis on military generals. They would not easily become suspicious of military generals, and would not be afraid of them because of their great military exploits. This makes Dongyou military generals frequently
Since then, the Fu family is still standing, which shows that they have extraordinary abilities."
Hearing this, Yun Zishu nodded slowly: "It can be seen that there is a reason why Dongyou Kingdom is so strong today."
The king naturally likes to conquer, and he uses military commanders with great importance and treats them well. Naturally, his military strength is so strong that it surpasses other countries.
This is also the reason why the emperor and his ministers changed their expressions when Dayong heard about the increase in troops at the border. Even though Dongyou has not conquered other countries in recent years due to his poor dragon body, the deterrence he suffered back then is still there, making him dare not underestimate him.
Yun Zishu thought with deep thought on her face: "The Fu family is so powerful, but Fu Nanchuan can still be so respectful to you. Does it mean that the Fu family recognizes you, the prince who came out of nowhere?"
"It's not the Fu family's approval." Sicang said, "Although the emperor has no suspicion of the Fu family, there have been constant disputes and serious civil strife within the Fu family. Fu Nanchuan is a new generation of people in power. Regarding his affairs, I will tell His Highness after I have humbled myself.
listen."
Yun Zishu nodded.
"The Xi family is a family of imperial masters. Almost every generation of descendants has followed the path of imperial masters. Their descendants have always been blessed by God, with good qualifications, erudition and talents, and a humble and noble character. They are the head of a famous family in Dongyou." Sicang.
After saying that, he continued to add, "The Xi family is also the only family among the five major families that has no civil strife. The people are united, the family tradition is upright, and the reputation is excellent."
Yun Zishu nodded: "Xi Feng does seem to come from a famous family and is extremely well-educated."
"The other two families are the Qin family and the Qi family. The Qin family is the mother clan of the Queen Mother. After the death of the Queen Mother, the Qin family has no outstanding achievements. Over the years, it has gradually declined from being the top of the five major families, and now it can only be ranked fourth.
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"The Qi family is a family of powerful officials. Now the most powerful chief minister in the dynasty is the head of the Qi family. Most of the civil servants in the court are the disciples of the chief auxiliary. The Qi family has a lot of real power." Sicang poured a cup of tea for Yun Zishu, "
The Xi family has a high reputation and the Qi family has great power, making them the leading civil servants in the East."
Yun Zishu listened to what he said one by one with a clear expression: "It seems that you have a good grasp of the situation in Dongyou. It is obvious that you will not be controlled by others when you go back this time."
Sicang held her hand and lowered his eyes, "I will not take His Highness to any dangerous place. It must be a situation that I can control, otherwise it will be a risk."
"Sicang." Yun Zishu smiled, "You don't have to think of me as too weak. No one can live a completely smooth life. If you don't take risks now, you will take risks in the future. There will always be risks.
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Sicang said: "You still have to be careful about what you should be careful about."
Yun Zishu did not argue with him and said calmly: "How many of the five major families do you control?"
Sicang narrowed his eyes: "Except for the Situ family, the other four families are all under control."
Yun Zishu was stunned, looking at Si Cangyun's calm expression, she didn't know what to say for a moment.
But she couldn't help but have a strange feeling fermenting in her heart. She felt that many things were not expected, and even completely exceeded her expectations.
She originally thought that Sicang was just the leader of the Shadow Pavilion. She even thought that she must be strong enough to face her relationship with him calmly, because the difference in status would inevitably hinder their relationship.
If the Queen Mother objects and the Emperor objects, no matter how hard she persists, she may not be able to go on smoothly with him until she has enough courage and strength.
But now she realized that there seemed to be nothing like that between her and Sicang.
She couldn't help but be shocked by Sicang's secretiveness.
"I always thought that even if your status is lower, as long as I am strong enough, you can freely choose the relationship you want. I even thought about protecting you." Yun Zishu raised her hand and stroked his face, her tone was quite sweet. He sighed a little, "Now I realize how much I overestimated my abilities——"
"Your Highness." Si Cang hurriedly spoke to stop her, "Your Highness has always been a strong and powerful woman in my heart. She is willing to be protected by Your Highness in her humble position, and I also like to be protected by Your Highness."
Yun Zishu chuckled: "But it seems that I am the one being protected, and you are the powerful one."
"No." Si Cang held her hand, put it to her lips and kissed her softly, emphasizing again, "I am the one protected by you."
Yun Zishu's expression was subtle. Does a dignified leader of the Shadow Pavilion like to tell lies with open eyes?
Even if it is to coax her, there is no need to be like this...well, you can tell the truth, she is not someone who likes to deceive herself.
"We protect each other." Yun Zishu could only say, "But I am still surprised, surprised by your identity and what you do quietly."
Si Cang fell silent for a while and then said: "Your Highness, there is no need to be surprised. Most of the unknown things make people feel shocked, but only after all the truth comes out will you find that the truth is nothing more than this. There is nothing surprising."
He said it easily, but is it really that simple?
Yun Zishu leaned on the couch and looked at him quietly, her eyebrows gradually softening: "Sicang, if what I want to do fails, I may really have to rely on your protection in the future, and I will enjoy it for the rest of my life. Ronghua is not bad either.”
"Your Highness will not fail."
Yun Zishu was silent, and her tone was a little more subtle: "I'm talking about what if."
"Your Highness will not do it." Sicang insisted, "Your Highness will definitely succeed."
Yun Zishu: "..."
The lights at night made people feel soft. It was quiet now, and the slightly intimate movements became a bit ambiguous and charming. Yun Zishu fixedly looked at the man in front of her.
With his handsome and outstanding appearance, his dignified and stern demeanor, his invincible skills, his indifferent temperament... he was supposed to be a cold and unparalleled man who would not submit to anyone or anything in the world, but he just fell in front of a woman like her. Keep it low and small to show your softest side.
Yun Zishu couldn't help but want to ask him, what kind of feelings are worth his efforts?
She never felt how good she was.
Born into a royal family?
But she is not the only royal princess.
Excellent appearance?
Looking around the imperial capital, there are many noble ladies with outstanding looks, and those women are proficient in all kinds of music, chess, calligraphy and painting.
She didn't think she was bad either, but she probably wasn't so good that Sicang would give up.