nashuaworldcup Chapter 430 Triumphant Return to Beijing
Chapter 430 Triumphant Return to Beijing
Chapter 430 Triumphant Return to Beijing
When Wang Wenzhou returned to the capital, Zhu Youjian, just as he had done when he left, led his court officials out of the city to welcome him.
While waiting, the civil and military officials gathered in twos and threes to chat.
Zheng Sanjun muttered to himself, "Mad Dog isn't a commander-in-chief. He only wiped out a small band of bandits. He didn't expand the territory. Yet the Emperor still came out of the city to welcome him. It's really not in accordance with etiquette."
"Sigh..." Qian Qianyi sighed and said helplessly, "Mad Dog is currently enjoying the Emperor's favor and has made new contributions. When he returns to the court this time, he will definitely cause chaos and upheaval in the court."
Hou Xun spoke up, "A mad dog in Shaanxi bites anyone it sees, killing so many local officials. Can we use this as a pretext?"
Qian Qianyi said with a wry smile, "Aren't there enough memorials impeaching him? The Emperor keeps them all in the archives and doesn't issue them. Even if there are more, it won't make a difference."
Hou Xun thought for a moment and then said, "Although the local officials killed by Mad Dog were involved in illegal acts, Mad Dog also overstepped his authority. More than a hundred local officials all have family and friends. We can spread the word and have their families come to the capital to file a complaint with the emperor. Even if the emperor doesn't punish Mad Dog properly, he will eventually get tired of his actions. Although we can't bring Mad Dog down now, as long as we can drive him out of the capital and prevent him from committing crimes here, we can stop him from doing evil in the capital."
Hou Xun's second son had his fingers cut off by Wang Wenzhou, which fueled his intense hatred for Wang Wenzhou.
Qian Qianyi nodded and said with a smile, "This plan is feasible. Brother Hou, I will entrust this matter to you. If you need any cooperation, Brother Hou, please don't hesitate to ask. We will definitely do our best to help you."
"Your Majesty, Lord Wang's entourage has arrived." At this moment, a young eunuch rode up on horseback to deliver the message.
Qian Qianyi looked up and saw a smile instantly appear on Zhu Youjian's face. Qian Qianyi shook his head with a wry smile. Your Majesty, is Wang Wenzhou, that mad dog, your father or your lover?
A short while later, Jian Fengyu arrived with his horse. Wang Wenzhou sat on the horse, waving to the people on the roadside from time to time.
Beforehand, Zhu Youjian specifically sent a letter to Wang Wenzhou, repeatedly instructing him not to be arrogant and to keep a low profile. In particular, he stressed that Wang Wenzhou's specially made sedan chair must not be seen by the officials this time, as the impact would be extremely negative.
These days, Wang Wenzhou's reputation as an upright official has spread throughout the Ming Dynasty. The people all like honest officials, and they like honest officials who kill corrupt officials even more.
"Wang Qing is skilled in both literature and martial arts!"
"Wang Qingtian is truly a pillar of the current dynasty!"
The people cheered.
Upon reaching the imperial carriage, Wang Wenzhou dismounted, trotted to Zhu Youjian's side, knelt down, and said, "Your subject Wang Wenzhou greets Your Majesty, long live the Emperor!"
"Boxin, rise quickly!" Zhu Youjian hurriedly stepped forward and helped Wang Wenzhou up.
Zhu Youjian sized up Wang Wenzhou, noticing the bloodstains covering his battle robe. Inwardly, Zhu Youjian chuckled and cursed, "Boxin, Boxin, you really know how to show off. I specifically instructed you to keep a low profile. Have you run out of clothes? Or have you not changed your clothes after so many days of fighting?"
Zhu Youjian hugged Wang Wenzhou tightly, patted his back a few times, and said happily, "Boxin, I missed you!"
"Pfft..." Wang Wenzhou almost spat out a mouthful of blood. Zhu Youjian, are you kidding me? You don't want to be gay, do you? I'm not that kind of person. No matter how high the position or how bright the future, you can forget about me getting anything done.
All the civil and military officials were filled with envy, jealousy, and hatred. Many people secretly resented that Wang Wenzhou was the emperor's biological father.
"Let's go!" Zhu Youjian said happily, taking Wang Wenzhou's hand. "Come back to the palace with me. We, as ruler and subject, must have a long talk all night long. I want to hear about what you've seen and heard in Shaanxi these past few days."
Wang Wenzhou pursed his lips, somewhat reluctant. He had just returned to Beijing, and his baby hadn't been settled yet.
Regardless of whether Wang Wenzhou was willing or not, Zhu Youjian forcibly dragged Wang Wenzhou onto the imperial carriage.
The civil and military officials strolling behind the imperial carriage were all consumed with jealousy. Why was this mad dog allowed to ride in the imperial carriage with the emperor? Your Majesty, you must distinguish right from wrong and not be deceived by this mad dog, Wang Wenzhou!
Upon entering the palace, Zhu Youjian hosted a banquet to welcome Wang Wenzhou and wash away the dust of his journey.
Wang Wenzhou said with a smile, "Brother Zhu, as you know, I don't feel comfortable eating without the baby feeding me, otherwise I wouldn't be eating here."
"Haha!" Zhu Youjian said with a laugh, "Boxin, do you think I don't know you well!"
"Clap clap!" Zhu Youjian clapped his hands, pointed at Liu Hanxue behind Wang Wenzhou, and said with a smile, "Boxin, turn around and see if you know this young lady."
Wang Wenzhou turned around and saw that the baby looked familiar.
Liu Hanxue smiled faintly, walked to Wang Wenzhou's side, and said softly, "Husband, I will serve you your meal."
"Husband?" Although Liu Hanxue looked familiar to Wang Wenzhou, he really couldn't remember where he had seen her before.
Afraid that the baby would be upset, Wang Wenzhou leaned close to Zhu Youjian and whispered, "Brother Zhu, is this your sister-in-law?"
"You scoundrel!" Zhu Youjian laughed and cursed at the same time, "Have you forgotten that you helped me select palace maids some time ago? You selected three girls and sent them to Tian Wan's residence. This girl is young, so I asked Wang Chengen to recruit her into the palace and teach her some etiquette."
Wang Wenzhou then remembered, "Oh, it's her." Both of the babies in Tian Wan's household were Liu Rushi's best friends. If Liu Rushi found out, he would definitely be in big trouble. That's why Wang Wenzhou sent all three babies to Tian Wan's household.
"Brother Zhu, one should not covet a friend's wife. Tell me the truth, what exactly are you..." Wang Wenzhou really didn't want to be a ninja turtle.
Zhu Youjian laughed and scolded, "You scoundrel, how could I be like you!"
"Brother Zhu, you're a true brother! I'll toast you!" Wang Wenzhou said with a smile, raising his glass.
"Cheers!" Zhu Youjian drank it all in one gulp.
Liu Hanxue was summoned to the palace because Zhu Youjian ordered Wang Chengen to train her. Now, Liu Hanxue is a spy for the Western Depot, and her task is to monitor Wang Wenzhou. Zhu Youjian had no choice; all the spies Wang Chengen had prepared were eliminated by Wang Wenzhou, so Zhu Youjian had to train Liu Hanxue.
Fortunately, Liu Hanxue came from a family of eunuchs and was well-versed in literature. From a young age, her father instilled in her the principles of loyalty to the emperor and patriotism. In terms of loyalty, Zhu Youjian still trusted Liu Hanxue.
Liu Hanxue quickly snatched Wang Wenzhou's wine glass, drank some, and fed it to Wang Wenzhou.
Wang Wenzhou took a sip of wine, feeling very gratified that the baby still remembered his habits after so long.
“Baby, baby, I miss you!” Wang Wenzhou said tenderly.
Liu Hanxue smiled slightly, inwardly cursing, "You lecherous devil! You didn't even recognize me just now, and now you have the nerve to say you missed me? Shameless!"
"Boxin, tell me about what you've seen and heard these past few days," Zhu Youjian said after taking a bite of food.
“Brother Zhu, they say seeing is believing, hearing is deceiving. But what I’ve seen and heard these past few days has made me realize that some things are simply unimaginable without witnessing them firsthand…”
Wang Wenzhou spoke eloquently; he was a professional swindler, with exceptional oratory skills. Zhu Youjian listened, sometimes sighing to the heavens, sometimes frowning, sometimes laughing heartily, and sometimes looking furious.
Wang Chengen, who was serving nearby, sighed inwardly. No wonder the Emperor had been talking about Wang Wenzhou every day these days. Wang Wenzhou could decide the Emperor's mood with just his words.