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Time flies, and suddenly it is late June, which is the hottest season of the year.
Su Jin also completed all the formalities for taking up his post. Chao Chao and others also received military talismans from the Ministry of War. Yan Biyun carefully calculated and allocated 3 million yuan for Su Jin to accompany him. The main purpose of opening a bank in Weizhou was to bring the imperial court to the northwest.
The military pay and official salaries were settled on the spot, and there was little pursuit in other aspects.
Originally, the salary of the soldiers, horses and officials stationed in various places on Qinfeng Road was only 600,000 guan. The reason why they brought three million guan was because transportation was difficult and unsafe. As long as they brought enough money this time, they would be safe.
If it is needed for a year, then there will be no need to worry about the long journey, and the arrears of military pay and salary from the imperial court will not affect the morale of the army.
The Third Division and the Privy Council also had a large amount of military supplies accompanying them. Since Su Jin went to take office, he was accompanied by 500 horse troops to escort him, and with the accompanying officers and soldiers and thousands of civilians escorting this batch of supplies, it should be ensured along the way.
No worries at all.
Su Jin, the eldest, did not want to travel with these baggage trains because they would inevitably be involved in the journey together. Moreover, the baggage trains moved slowly. The journey was so long that it would take at least ten days and a half to complete the journey.
But the situation forced me to do it. Besides, these weapons, food and other materials were also related to the war situation in the northwest. After I went to Weizhou to take office, I would inevitably have to deal with the Ordnance Department and the Third Department in the future. It would be better to have a good relationship with them.
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The personnel accompanying the family have been finalized. The dynasty's mahan Zhang Long and Zhao Hu were given the title of the capital of the horse army, so they naturally had to follow him. Originally, Su Jin wanted one or two of them to guard the family, but now it was ruined; OK
There were several good guards among Yan Biyun's original guards. Yan Biyun went back to her parents' home and asked Yan Shu to become the head guard of Su's house. This made Su Jin feel relieved.
Among the female relatives, Yan Biyun was absolutely not allowed to go with her. Business matters came second. The main reason was that she had been pregnant for more than three months, and her belly was like fermented flour in a basket. It bulged at the sight of her.
I can't even hold it down; my body is already weak, and I can't withstand the pain of this journey.
Moreover, when people talk about the Northwest, everyone is in disgrace. They say that even the water for washing faces is pumped out from deep underground wells. Moreover, the sky is full of wild sand, the wind is as strong as a knife, and the skin is peeling off during the day, but it is cold at night.
to the bone marrow; whether it was true or false, Su Jin couldn't take Yan Biyun with him.
Xiao Sui'er is not afraid of anything. Su Jin intends for her to serve Yan Biyun at home. She is smart and clever, and can also help Yan Biyun run errands. However, this little girl is unwilling to die, even if Su Jin threatens her that she will be too hot.
He was as black as a coal digger, and she had to follow him to death.
Originally, Yan Biyun wanted Su Jin to bring Rou Niang or Huan Niang to serve her, but Su Jin rejected her proposal. It was better for the two sisters and Xiao Xian'er to stay with Yan Biyun. Yan Biyun was pregnant with Liujia and had caring people around her.
The more, the better. Besides, Su Jin didn't want to take his women to that kind of place and come back ruined like old women.
Everything was ready. One day at the end of June, the night before leaving, Su Zhai held a family dinner for Su Jin to practice. Mrs. Wang came out to sit for a while and then went back to her room to rest. Su Jin knew that Mrs. Wang was sad that he had to leave home again.
But she tried her best not to show it in front of everyone, and she was still unsure how to wipe away her tears when she returned to her room this time.
Everyone was a little helpless about the upcoming farewell, and the atmosphere at the banquet was also a little dull. Yan Biyun naturally knew that everyone was reluctant to leave Su Jin, so after some relief, he asked Rou Niang and Huan Niang to sing a song to liven up the atmosphere.
The two sisters, Rou Niang and Huan Niang, actually had no intention of singing at all. Su Jin didn't know when he would come back after leaving. They were used to having him by their side and relying on him for everything. After leaving, they suddenly felt empty.
But the young lady spoke, and the two sisters couldn't refuse, so one played the lute and the other sang a song "Pipa Xing".
"We were too drunk to say goodbye happily. When we said goodbye, the vast river was soaked in the moon. The businessman valued profit over farewell. The day before yesterday, he went to Fuliang to buy tea..."
Su Jin rolled his eyes. It was originally intended to liven up the atmosphere. This song was so sad and sad, as if it was about separation between life and death. It also had a vague sense of criticizing Huaihuai, as if he was the stinky businessman who valued profit over separation. In fact,
It makes people depressed.
Yan Biyun covered her mouth and laughed. As smart as she was, she naturally knew what the two sisters were thinking, so after the two sisters finished singing, she stood up and poured wine for them. Rou Niang and Huan Niang quickly thanked them. Since Yan Biyun is the young lady, she can no longer
Talking and laughing casually like before, there is a difference in status and dignity, not to mention that my sisters don't even have a status.
Yan Biyun smiled and said: "The two sisters sang very well. While my husband is still at home tonight, there is something I want to discuss with the two sisters."
Rou Niang hurriedly smiled and said: "Sister Yan, why are you so polite? My sister can just do whatever you tell me."
Yan Biyun chuckled and said: "Well, I discussed it with the old lady that day. My husband was not present, but he will definitely not object to this matter. It is about the fate of your two sisters."
Rou Niang and Huan Niang blushed, Rou Niang stamped her feet and said, "What did sister say?"
Yan Biyun smiled and said, "Aren't you willing? If not, forget it. Coercion is not sweet. We don't have to ask people to say that our husband forcibly married a civilian girl. That would be an injustice."
Rou Niang and Huan Niang were coquettish, and Yan Biyun was making fun of his sisters. He knew that he was willing, but he still wanted to make fun of people with these words.
"My lord, why don't you come out and say something at this time?" Yan Biyun pushed Su Jin, and Su Jin finally woke up like a dream and said hurriedly: "Yes, this matter should have been done long ago. I will take care of it in detail."
I don’t understand either, so Sister Yan helps me take care of it.”
Yan Biyun smiled and said: "Of course I want to get married in a serious manner, and the scene will be lively. The two sisters are also from official families, so we can't be careless. The slave family first wrote the marriage letter and settled the names. We will choose a good day.
When my husband comes back to Beijing to report on his work, or he has a holiday to visit relatives, it just so happens that we can do it together."
Rou Niang and Huan Niang bowed down with tears streaming down their cheeks. Yan Biyun was so generous and open-minded after all, and the eldest wife made all the arrangements for her husband to take a concubine. I'm afraid no one would believe it if she told her about it.
"Sister Yan, the slave sisters have a request. I hope Master and Sister Yan will grant it." Huan Niang said softly.
Su Jindao: "If you have anything to say, just say it. They are all members of our family. Why is the atmosphere so awkward today?"
Huan Niang said: "My sister and I are naturally from the Su family. We have no other intention in this life except serving the old lady and the young master, Sister Yan. My sister is impressed by the fact that Sister Yan can think about my sisters. My sister and I privately
After discussing it, I naturally asked for a title, but the marriage will have to wait until I find my father. He may still be alive. The young master said he would send someone to find out. If it is true that he is not alive, then that's it. But if he is alive,
My daughter got married and her father was not present. It is really a pity for my sister and my father will be even more sad."
Yan Biyun glanced at Su Jin, and Su Jin said: "That's reasonable. Don't worry. After I went to Weizhou to settle down, I sent someone to Yizhou to find out the news. I will definitely give you a reply. In the end, it's my fault. I'll do it soon."
I should have thought about you, but I was negligent."
Rou Niang and Huan Niang were overjoyed. The two sisters knelt down and kowtowed to Su Jin and Yan Biyun. Su Jin quickly helped them up and scolded them: "What are you doing? Our family doesn't have so many rules."
Yan Biyun said with a smile: "Okay, now the big stone in my heart has settled. I just made a lot of sarcasm by criticizing Sang and Huai. I don't know if someone heard it."
Su Jin smiled and said: "Why don't you know, I want to compensate and sing another song."
Rou Niang blushed and said, "What are you singing?"
Su Jindao: "Parting is not that miserable. People say that a short farewell is better than a new marriage. Parting is for a sweeter reunion."
Huan Niang said: "The only way is to sing "Magpie Bridge Immortal" by Mr. Gongzi."
Everyone clapped and applauded, so the two sisters sat down again, one played the piano and the other sang: "The clouds make tricks, the flying stars spread hatred, and the silver man travels far away in secret... If the love between two people lasts for a long time, how can they stay together day and night."
Su Jin held the wine glass, her eyes roaming back and forth over the two sisters' exquisite bodies. She accidentally met the affectionate gazes cast by the two sisters, and they immediately became stuck together and became inseparable.
That night, after Su Jin settled down with Yan Biyun, he boldly called the sisters Huan Niang and Rou Niang together. When they parted, they were naturally very emotional and crazy. The two sisters were played to death by Su Jin's various tricks, and finally they were exhausted and surrendered.
The high-spirited Su Jin touched Xiao Xian'er's bed again and tossed the long-legged beauty for a while. When the sky was about to get dark, Su Jin stopped. There was a slight soreness in his back, and he couldn't help but lament that as an ancient man, he was blessed with a lot of beauty, but he was really exhausted.
You're not too young. From now on, just for the sake of sexual happiness, you have to exercise frequently and take care of yourself. Otherwise, you will really follow the vulgar saying of "looking at the empty space and crying".
After sleeping for less than an hour, Su Jin got up, finished washing up, went to Mrs. Wang's room to say goodbye, and then left the house surrounded by everyone.
Dynasty Mahan and others led an army of 500 horses that had already prepared their things. The large group of people came out of the west gate and met with the officials of the Third Division who were waiting outside the west gate to escort the grain and grass supplies, and the officials of the Ministry of War Weapons Department who were escorting the weapons and supplies.
More than a dozen officials who were friends with him came to see him off, and Xia Song was among them, which made Su Jin even more cautious.
Yan Shu pulled Su Jin and said, "I have already sent greetings in advance to Commander Fan and Commander Han of the northwest, as well as Sir Wang Yan, the envoy who appeases and recruits through the original route. I will listen to the teachings of these three adults when I go to the northwest, and act with caution."
It's nothing serious, don't act rashly, this is a border area, and Weizhou is the front line, so you must be extra careful."
Su Jin nodded in agreement. As the other officials said goodbye one by one and comforted Yan Biyun, Rou Niang and others who were crying like children, they turned around to mount their horses and start driving. Suddenly, they saw Xia Song stepping forward quickly and said to Su Jin: "Su
Sir, please take a step to speak."
Su Jin followed Xia Song to the roadside and stood there suspiciously. Xia Song stared at Su Jin for a long time and suddenly said softly: "Su Jin, I know you have Ling'er in your hands. Don't make excuses. I know."
You will never admit it; I am not asking you to accuse me. In fact, I have no evidence in my hand, but Ling'er is my beloved daughter. I only ask you to treat her kindly. As for the things between you and me, this should not be done.
Involving others; in official circles, there are certain things that you have to do. Even if you and I are in dire straits in the future, I still want you to be kind to her, because she is indeed sincere to you."
Su Jin couldn't say more. Who knows if this old fox was trying to trick him. Hearing this, he just cupped his fists and said: "Deputy Ambassador Xia, I remember these words. I can't promise anything else, but for your love, I
Su Jin is also sincere, Deputy Ambassador Xia can rest assured."
Xia Song knew that Su Jin would never admit it, so he sighed and clasped his fists to wish Su Jin a safe journey. Su Jin returned the favor, turned around and got on his horse, waved goodbye to everyone, and urged the horses to order the team to set off slowly.
(This volume ends, please read the next volume: No old friend appears in Yangguanxi)