After a spring rain, the willows of Chang'an turned green, and everything on the earth began to sprout. For the people of the Han Dynasty, their hearts were filled with joy and hope. This year's spring ploughing is going well, and it will be a good omen for another bumper harvest.

However, some people rejoice and some grieve. Except for the officials who acted on orders, almost no one noticed that outside the west gate of Chang'an, there was a lost prince who was leaving Chang'an with infinite pain and resentment and embarking on a distant way home.

A Persian prince who lost an arm, with an equally one-armed lone warrior. They were the only ones who were forgiven by the vast Persian mission.

The Persian prince still doesn't want to believe that once the gentle and polite Han Dynasty people turn their faces, they are so cold and terrible. Even the fearsome king of Persia had not openly slaughtered foreign envoys in front of his entire subjects. However, the Han Dynasty did so without hesitation.

None of the 500 Persian warriors, including Prince Antony, were spared, and all of them died in front of the majestic palace of the Han Dynasty. Although the Persian prince did not see it with his own eyes, he could imagine the tragedy of the time.

After walking out of the gate of Chang'an, I don't know if it was because of fear or disgust, he didn't look back at the capital city that buried five hundred Persian warriors. And in the difficult journey back to China after that, he kept asking himself, if he hadn't rashly provoked the demon named Yuan Zhao on the streets of Chang'an that day, would he have been able to avoid this tragedy?

It's just that whenever the words of the young iron-blooded man at the time of parting reappeared in front of him, he categorically rejected his doubts. Obviously, as long as there is this person in charge of the Han Dynasty, the foreign relations of the Han Dynasty will be extremely tough.

“…… Let the two of you go, not out of mercy or for any other reason, but simply to bring a message back to the king of Persia...... The peoples living in the land of the East never take the initiative to provoke others, but they also never fear the aggression of any barbarians. We cherish peace and hope that all races will be able to communicate with each other and live together in a respectful manner. However, if a careerist wants to stretch out his greedy hand, the blade of the Great Man will cut them mercilessly, just like the arms of you people...... Oh, and don't forget, go back and tell the King of Persia that if you want to get back the bones of Antony and all the Persian warriors, you'll need to exchange the same amount of gold. The Han Dynasty is not obliged to take care of these things for unfriendly countries......! ”

Whenever he thought of this, the Persian prince who trekked through the yellow sand would let out a wolf's angry roar towards the sky. He once again firmly believed that Yuan Zhao, the prime minister of the Han Dynasty, was a scoundrel and a demon!

Whether Yuan Zhao is a demon or not, in the eyes of all Chang'an people, of course, is a completely different evaluation. In the mouths of most people in Chang'an and all the counties and counties of the world, he is not only not a demon, but a host who protects the vital interests of all people and is fair and just. He is the prime minister of the Han Dynasty and the shining star of the Big Dipper that shines in the world.

This extremely high evaluation is, of course, the aura added by his followers out of reverence. Although there is some exaggeration, it is not unfounded blind boasting.

What is the ruthlessness of foreigners? After this incident passed, in the hearts of many people, it inspired a sense of pride and pride as a Chinese nation.

"Friends are here and there is good wine. If the jackals come, they will be greeted with ...... swords and guns! ”

This sentence that Yuan Zhao once said in public in Chang'an is easy to understand and has been firmly remembered by countless people. Jealousy is like hatred, and good and evil are clearly distinguished...... A code of conduct like this became a way of doing things for all Han Dynasty people.

And this world-shattering Hou Ye's sword outside the Vermilion Bird Gate has become a legend since then. As the pride of the Chinese people, they are not allowed to be humiliated a little. Many heroic people will remember the legendary knife when they encounter unprovoked humiliation and challenges in their lives. This kind of fearless spirit, in the long years since, has rendered the craggy bones of the entire nation!

When the people are strong, the country is strong. Yuan Zhao was pleased to see this change, and he was full of confidence in the future.

In many historical dynasties, in order to maintain their own position and stability, the people in power adopted the policy of ignoring the people, so that countless people became obedient people of the dynasty. Under the persecution of various conditions, he became a tame lamb and lost his innate fighting spirit. Such a short-sighted and narrow-minded dynasty, the final consequence is without exception, using power to eliminate internal troubles, but dying of external troubles!

A person who can't even fight and protect his own honor, disgrace, gains and losses, and the rights and interests he deserves, will he go to see injustice and draw a knife to help others on the road?! In the same way, a nation and a dynasty have lost this kind of bravery and character, and when a powerful external threat comes, it is common to grovel and linger, but there is never too much heroism and generosity.

In the spring of Chang'an, these people who were closest to Yuan Zhao finally showed a relieved smile after seeing him return from the visit of Zhongwei Service in Chang'an City. Everyone laughed happily.

It's just that Huo Quai, who was sitting alone in the corner, was still unhappy. Because, no matter what she tried to do, Yuan Zhao didn't agree to her request in the end. The day when the emperor went out to patrol the world was set to set off the day after tomorrow, but she was left in Chang'an by Yuan Zhao.

Yuan Zhao, who was relaxed, had already made all the arrangements. Whether it is Chang'an after he left, or the team on patrol, after careful consideration, there is nothing missing. Perhaps, the only thing to worry about is the physical condition of His Majesty the Emperor. It's just that in recent months, the emperor has not let him enter the palace for medical treatment. And on the side of the Tai Hospital, the emperor's physical condition is an absolute secret. He doesn't want to ask easily.

However, since this inspection of the world was decided by the emperor himself, presumably there should be no major problems with his health. Otherwise, there would not have been such a long journey out of the door.

Besides, there's nothing to worry about. On this trip, the general Wei Qing and himself accompanied the king, even if something big happened, it was enough to deal with it.

The emperor's patrol is not trivial. In addition to the Yulin Army and a large number of guards who served as security guards, the accompanying Luan Jia, ministers and relevant personnel formed a huge team.

In addition, the summoned princes and kings from all over the country and those vassal kings from the Western Regions, the grasslands, and the southeastern and southwestern Yi also joined this team. They will go together to appreciate the rivers and mountains of Dahan, the vast territory. The purpose of this was to show the prestige of the Han Dynasty and to make these foreign kings surrender more happily and convincingly. At the same time, it was also to show the court's trust in them, and the Han Dynasty never guarded against sincere and friendly contacts.

After a busy day, the Imperial Prime Minister had the last short free time before leaving. He gave all this time to Su Lingzhi and Su Xi.

For the two of them, Yuan Zhao has always felt indebted. If you count the first meeting, it has been fifteen or sixteen years. And for such a long time, except for the Eastern and Western Wars and working for the world, there is not much time to really spend with them.

Spring flowers and autumn moons, time flows. The best years passed quietly in these waits. And they never said a word of complaint.

"Yuanlang, when you come back, the child in Sister Lingzhi's belly should be about to be born. Hurry up and give him a name in advance! We don't have to worry about it anymore. ”

Princess Suxi saw Lingzhi's hesitant look on her face, but she understood her intentions. A little coquettishly grabbed Yuan Zhao's arm and said what she thought for her.

Yuan Zhao was inserting a few peach blossoms from the peach orchard on the south side of Changle Plateau into a vase in front of the window. The peach blossoms of Nanshan bloom early, with morning dew, and the aroma is very fresh. Hearing Su Xi's words, he turned his head to look at Lingzhi with a shy face, the slightly bulging abdomen was pregnant with his and her little life.

"Oh, this...... All of a sudden, if you want to choose a good name, it's a little difficult to be a husband! Hehe. ”

Yuan Zhao held his chin in his hand and thought about it for a long time, but he didn't come up with a suitable name. It's a bit hard for him to do something like this. Even Liu Yuanshuo, who was already in the East China Sea, was named by Liu Shu at the beginning.

"Brother Yuan, in fact, you don't have to be so embarrassed. Whatever you name him, it's all good. ”

Su Lingzhi is empathetic. She grabbed Su Xi, who was about to laugh at Yuan Zhao, and winked at her, telling her not to be embarrassed for their husband anymore. However, Yuan Zhao's eyes lit up and he slapped his palm.

"Huh! This year has had plenty of rain, and the world is sure to be another bumper year. I think this kid is called Yuanfeng! What do you guys think? ”

"Yuanfeng...... Good! I'm going to write it down. ”

Su Lingzhi raised her eyebrows and was about to turn around to find a pen, but Princess Suxi smiled and said "Huh", and then she pointed at Yuan Zhao and asked.

"Genro, you're taking a boy's name! However, if Sister Lingzhi gave birth to a girl, what should it be called? ”

Yuan Zhao scratched his head in embarrassment, he didn't expect it just now. Alas! As a first-time parent, these little trivial things are more laborious than those big politics in the world!

"It doesn't matter. Brother Yuan, if you give birth to a girl, Mo Ruo will be called Yuan Yue, how about it? ”

"Good! Or Sister Lingzhi will take the name, Yue'er is the word, and it sounds really good. ”

"These two names are kept. If there is no use, wait until next year, Brother Yuan, you and Su Xi...... Hehe! ”

"Ahh Sister Lingzhi, you, you...... I won't tell you! ”

"Haha! Well, not bad! Don't worry. When the moon is at its fullest of the year, I'll be back ......! ”

Whether it is warm words or sweet words, the moon in the sky has been remembered. It's just that the moon is cloudy and sunny, and people have joys and sorrows. When that day comes, will it remember the promise that someone once made?!