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Zheng Xia's matter was laid down first, Lin Zhao only needed to arrange it, and Di Qing, Li Cheng and others would implement it, and he would soon have an eyebrow. Pen & Fun & Pavilion www.biquge.info Lin Zhao is very satisfied with this, and believes that in the near future, today's foreshadowing will definitely play a huge role.

At the same time, he also needs to prepare to enter the palace to see Zhao Ji, and the matter of governing the Yellow River is completed, so he should naturally report to Zhao Ji, which is his obligation as a courtier.

There's no way, and now is not the time for a showdown, so I still have to pay tribute to my nephew, even if I have a lot of dissatisfaction in my heart, I can only endure it first!

Of course, since it is entering the palace, it is natural that the emperor cannot be alone. Chai Minyan also went to Qingshou Palace to meet the Empress Dowager on the same day, and when the time came, Lin Zhao, the niece and son-in-law, should naturally go by the way. When he returned to Bianjing, he should have gone to see his mother-in-law, and Lin Zhao also had something to discuss with the Cao family.

However, his identity is sensitive, and going alone will inevitably cause suspicion, so Chai Minyan is the best to use as a shield to cover up. This is also why Cao Tong wanted to recognize Chai Minyan as a righteous daughter in the first place, otherwise how could the Cao family hide the high-sounding love for Wu Jiwu?

When he came to the Vertical Arch Palace, Lin Zhao saw Zhao Ji's face happy, and he seemed to be quite proud. It's no wonder that these days have been pretty good, and all I hear is good news!

At the end of the year, the three divisions counted the annual financial revenue and expenditure, and the taxes of the Great Song Dynasty increased a lot, at least four or five percent. This is a phenomenon that has not been seen in decades, except for the period of Taizu and Taizong, how could the Great Song Dynasty have such a rich family background? Maybe there was one during the Zhenzong Dynasty!

It's just that after Emperor Zhenzong sealed Zen once, the large-scale reward cost a lot, and the already not very thick family foundation was instantly diluted. Especially in the later war with the Liao State and the Western Xia, the cost of the border guards and the annual coins sent out every year were extremely financial burdens.

Therefore, their successors have a thought, that is, to enrich the country and strengthen the army, and the rich country is ranked first, which is very important. The most direct manifestation of the so-called rich countries is the increase in fiscal revenue, and it seems that it has been done this year, and this is the effect of the change! At least Zhao Ji thinks so, when Long Yan is happy, he is even more impressed with Wang Anshi!

Moreover, in recent times, Zhao Ji's harem has accepted a lot of concubines, and Zhao Ji has worked even harder, and even summoned two or three concubines in one night. After a period of ** sowing, two concubines are finally pregnant, which is definitely good news for Zhao Ji, who has a difficult heir.

It's just that when Zhao Ji sat down, he couldn't help but feel a little sore back. It's no wonder that the body can eat hard and busy during the day, dealing with government affairs, reviewing and revising, and working hard at night? However, he was only twenty-five or sixteen years old, and his body was very tired......

But it's a good thing! As long as there are successors, it is nothing to be tired and tired, and the deficit in the body can still be made up.

"Your Majesty, the squire of the Ministry of Works, Weiyuan Marquis Lin Zhao is here!"

After Zhao Ji heard this, a faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, which was also one of the reasons why he was happy! This autumn and winter, many things on Hebei Road went smoothly, allowing him to strike hard at the forces of the old ministers headed by Han Qi, who was in power, and his prestige was high, and no one could stop him.

finally experienced the taste of life and death, and self-respecting, Zhao Ji felt that this was like the situation that an emperor should have. The gain of prestige and power made him very useful, and the source of all this, Lin Zhao has made a lot of contributions, so Zhao Ji is still somewhat grateful to Lin Zhao.

Lin Zhao is here, so naturally he is going to be solemnly summoned!

"Chen Lin Zhao greets Your Majesty!" Lin Shilang felt a little uncomfortable in his heart, and because of the reality, he had to salute his nephew and half of the enemy. Don't worry, today's etiquette will be doubled for you in the coming day.

"Dongyang, don't be polite!" said so, but now Zhao Ji is paying more and more attention to the form. Maybe that's it, the less confident you are, the more you care. For Lin Zhao, there may be a slight exception!

Lin Zhao clearly grasped Zhao Ji's mentality, since he had already "groveled", these details would naturally be in place, so that he would be more at ease when he repaid the principal with interest in the future!

Isn't that what it is?

Sure enough, when Zhao Ji saw Lin Zhao so respectful, he naturally felt a layer of trust and refreshment in his heart, and said with a smile: "The journey is still smooth, is it Hebei Road?" ”

"It is the blessing of the ministers to be able to share the worries of His Majesty, not hard!" Lin Zhao couldn't help but sigh, people, many times they are so helpless, no, in order to gain Zhao Ji's trust and consolidate his current status and power, it is inevitable that he will be patted on the back.

"You did a beautiful job in Hebei!" Zhao Xian praised in general, he could get Han Xianggong out of the way in such a short period of time, except for Lin Zhao, no one else may have this ability.

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your praise!" Lin Zhao naturally had to be humble.

"But ......"

This turning point is inevitable, Lin Zhao had long expected that there were not many opportunities for his superiors to praise him sincerely, let alone a narrow-minded person like Zhao Ji?

"It's just that sometimes, you still have to pay attention to the way, in the end you are still young, and some things are better not to be good at advocating!"

Lin Zhao's heart moved, the meaning of Zhao Ji's words couldn't be clearer, this was a warning to himself, always cut first and then play. Although there are foolproof statements afterwards, after many times, it will inevitably arouse Zhao Ji's suspicions. Suspicion is not a big problem, Zhao Ji may not be able to think of going there. The key is that this emperor's mind is really not very good, and it is easy to be suspicious of his courtiers, even if there is no problem, under his suspicion, I am afraid that he has to guard against it!

To be honest, Lin Zhao was most worried about this, and Zhao Ji really brought it up. That proves that he has noticed this, so he can't take it lightly.

"Your Majesty, on two occasions, the minister's behavior is indeed a little inappropriate, but the matter is urgent, and it is too late to ask Your Majesty, only a temporary expedient measure, and it is inevitable that there will be some inconsiderate places. Today, I have been admonished by His Majesty, and I heard about Wen Xianggong's call on Hebei Road, and I will definitely pay more attention to it in the future! ”

Admit mistakes, you must admit mistakes!

Zhao Ji is such a self-righteous person, even if he is wrong, he will not admit it, so it is absolutely correct to admit his mistake earlier, not to mention that his behavior is indeed inappropriate. Then Lin Zhao also said that he would change his past, and at the same time mentioned Wen Yanbo, he wanted to indirectly tell Zhao Ji that he did not make his own decisions about the affair between Han Qi and the prince of Liao, but discussed with Wen Yanbo.

The point is to tell Zhao Ji that he is still loyal, he has not taken him seriously, and he has no ambition or action!

That's what Zhao Ji cares about, I believe he won't be fine, but he must be cautious in his behavior in the future, and there must be no more mistakes.

"Well, just remember!" Zhao Ji is now also learning the method of envy and power, he thinks that he has achieved good results here in Lin Zhao, so he is quite satisfied!

Later, he talked with Lin Zhao about some specific things on Hebei Road, such as corruption in Bozhou, such as Han Qi's matter. These Lin Zhao have encountered countermeasures, and they already have a draft in their hearts, and they have prepared a set of rhetoric and told Zhao Ji vividly.

Zhao Ji listened very carefully, there were some things he really wanted to know, some things were really important, or just to satisfy his curiosity! In this process, he felt more clearly how Lin Shilang governed the river, how to deal with Han Qi, and how to complete the tasks he had assigned......

The rationality and fluency of all Lin Zhao's actions were perfectly displayed again, and Zhao Ji's suspicions were naturally much less!

"Well, yes, the flood of the Yellow River is the disaster of the Great Song Dynasty, you did a good job this time, I don't expect to do it once and for all, there will be no floods, as long as it can withstand decades, it will be a great achievement." At least don't let the flooding get too serious and hurt the people along the river, and it's good to reduce some losses......"

Zhao Ji still has doubts about Lin Zhao's cement concrete set, and does not think that it can completely solve the Yellow River flooding. This is good, Lin Zhao didn't feel despised by others, but felt relaxed in his heart.

Harnessing the Yellow River is an extremely long process that involves many things, especially soil and water conservation in the middle and upper reaches, which can definitely not be completed in a day or two. In particular, the large area of land that still exists in the Yellow River is actually controlled by the Western Xia and Tubo, and it is not easy to control the river completely!

If you want to pour all the emperor's with concrete, it is impossible for the time being, although you have tried your best, but if there is a small problem in the middle, the Yellow River is making a fuss, and Zhao Ji wants to be serious with himself, so how to deal with it?

Give yourself some leeway!

This point Zhao Ji is not bad, very humane!

Lin Zhao nodded and said: "The minister has done his best, but it is not a day's work to control the river, and it needs to be carried out comprehensively, and it will take time." Chen can be sure of one thing, if the entire Yellow River can be taken into account and go all out, in time, the water of the Yellow River will definitely become clear, and there will be no more floods! ”

For this, Lin Zhao is still quite confident!

"Good!" Completely solving the flood of the Yellow River, this is a thing that can be done in history, and it is definitely a merit that can be remembered for a hundred years for an emperor, how can Zhao Ji give up?

Lin Zhao immediately mentioned to Zhao Ji that if he wants to completely control the Yellow River, the first thing is that the upstream needs to maintain water and soil. However, those lands were under the control of Western Xia and Tibet, and the implication could not be clearer!

One thing is certain, Zhao Ji definitely has the heart to expand the territory, but at the moment he can't afford to provoke the Liao State and Western Xia, and the only breakthrough seems to be Hehuang Tubo.

Pinching soft persimmons, this truth is not easy through the ages.

Although Wang Shao was in Gyeongju, for a long time, he focused on the situation in the Hehuang area, which was specially instructed by Zhao Xu, and it seems that it is self-evident what the official family wants to do.

The battle of Xihe is a matter of time, as long as Zhao Ji has the heart of expansion, it will never be inevitable.

It's just that Lin Zhao has the intention to advance this time a little!

In the original history, this war was related to the national fortunes of the Great Song Dynasty, and also related to the relations between the countries in the east of the entire continent. Now, in addition to this, it is also related to Lin Zhao's future......

The battle of Xihe was really too important to Lin Zhao. Therefore, it is also possible to exert some influence in Zhao Ji's heart by controlling the Yellow River......

Sure enough, Zhao Ji was thoughtful after hearing it. Not long after the armistice with the Western Xia, although the Western Xia suffered several setbacks, the emaciated camel was bigger than the horse, and after all, it still had a strong strength, and Zhao Ji was still a little afraid in his bones. On the other hand, the river is relatively weak, but not very obedient......

Which persimmon will be chosen, presumably Zhao Ji knows it in his heart!

"By the way, Dongyang, I heard that you saw the eldest princess of Shu when you came back?" After saying these things, Zhao Ji changed his words and asked about it.

Lin Zhao's heart moved, after all, he couldn't hide it! It's just that I don't know, is it Zhao Baoan who came to complain, or is it the news that Zhao Ji found out by himself?

In any case, the posture should be lowered. Although it was not a big deal, Lin Zhao didn't take it seriously, and he didn't think it would cause much trouble. But Zhao Baoan is Zhao Ji's sister after all, and she has feelings that blood is thicker than water, which can not be measured by reason, and she dare not let Zhao Ji give birth to her own contempt for the royal family.

"Your Majesty, when you entered the city, the minister unintentionally offended the eldest princess, and asked Your Majesty for forgiveness!" Lin Zhao bowed down and immediately made a heartache and regretted his original state.

Zhao Ji smiled: "That's it, the princess is also inappropriate, and it is right for you to come out to advise." It's just one point, Bao'an is the eldest princess of the Great Song Dynasty after all, and she is my sister, there is a difference between monarchs and ministers, don't you forget......"

"Yes!" Lin Zhao snorted coldly in his heart, will this talk about the monarch and the minister with himself? Well, I'll talk to you about the respect and humility of the elders and the young another day!

"Let's find a way to apologize to the princess another day!" Zhao Ji said in a deep voice: "It's easy to say here, but the queen mother has always loved the eldest princess, if the queen mother is displeased, you can ......."

"Yes, the minister is guilty!" Lin Zhao hurriedly said: "The minister recently got a few pieces of exquisite porcelain, and I will send them to the princess's mansion another day to apologize!" ”

"Hmm!" If you say that you are apologizing, you can only use this way. If Lin Zhao really wants to apologize publicly, then wouldn't everything that day have to be revealed to the world? The embarrassed is the eldest princess, who is a royal family, and she has failed the thoughtful heart of the county lord of Qinghe. Zhao Ji didn't want to make a big fuss, so that's it. What's more, he didn't take it too seriously, he just wanted to beat Lin Zhao through this matter, and now that the goal has been achieved, this is enough!

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Coming out of the vertical arch hall, Lin Zhao came to Qingshou Palace along the way.

As a niece and son-in-law, it makes sense to go out for a long time, and it makes sense to come to see the Queen Mother after coming back, and he came with Chai Minyan.

The attendants of Qingshou Palace are all confidants of the Cao family, and they know that the Marquis of Weiyuan and his wife are unusual and are deeply favored by the Empress Dowager, so they naturally treat them exceptionally and are very attentive.

When Lin Zhao arrived, someone immediately went to report it, and soon there was a decree from the Empress Dowager, and it was rumored that the Marquis of Weiyuan would meet him.

The Cao family did not see them in the main hall, after all, it seemed too formal, and there were many people, and there were many inconveniences. Therefore, I deliberately chose a warm pavilion, which included more homely warmth.

When Lin Zhao arrived, Chai Minyan was accompanying the Cao family to talk to Zhao Fukang!

Seeing him come in, Cao and Zhao Fukang were both overjoyed, and the corners of their mouths showed a knowing smile. Chai Minyan was keenly aware of this, the Empress Dowager and the princess never seemed to have looked at themselves with such eyes, at least not so hot!

"See the Empress Dowager, join the eldest princess!" The appearance is still done, and it is very necessary to hide people's eyes and ears.

Cao Shi looked at Lin Zhao and asked, "Dongyang, is the trip to Hebei going well?" ”

"Thanks to my aunt, everything goes well!"

"That's good!" Cao Shi approvingly: "The flood of the Yellow River is the trouble of the Great Song Dynasty, in the past, when Emperor Renzong was there, he always wanted to completely control it, and now you have helped the first emperor fulfill this wish!" ”

When it comes to Emperor Renzong, the old Cao family is very relieved! At least this matter, Lin Zhao did it very beautifully, which made the old lady very satisfied.

"Father's spirit in the sky will definitely be very gratified!" Zhao Fukang answered, looked at Lin Zhao, and tacitly understood that only their sister and brother understood.

Cao's gaze immediately fell on Chai Minyan's slightly bulging lower abdomen, and said, "It's been four or five months, right?" ”

"It's been more than four months!"

"Min Yan has excellent medical skills, do you know whether you are a man or a woman?" Cao asked softly, she was very concerned about Chai Minyan's stomach.

"This ...... I really don't know, I can only know when the melon is ripe......" Chai Minyan's voice was very small, and he was somewhat embarrassed between his words.

"It must be a boy!" Zhao Fukang immediately smiled lightly.

What's wrong? Could it be that Min Yan is really sure and embarrassed to say it? Lin Zhao was full of doubts, could he really find out the gender of the child by looking at and hearing and asking?

"I hope so!" Chai Minyan smiled shyly, she naturally hoped to give birth to a boy so that she could continue the incense for her husband's family.

Cao Shi smiled: "By the way, Wenxin's pregnancy is about the same as yours, right?" The old lady was really happy, first she added a granddaughter, and now the two daughters-in-law are pregnant, and it is only a matter of time before she has a grandchild. Emperor Renzong's bloodline can continue, which is probably the most gratifying thing for her.

"It's been more than four months!"

Cao said with a smile: "Okay, take good care of your body, and wait for June next year, I will still wait to hold my grandson!" ”

Chai Minyan clearly noticed that the Empress Dowager was talking about "grandson"! It seems that the honor of his husband and wife is a little too heavy!

"No, it's two of you this time!" Zhao Fukang couldn't help laughing.

"By the way, and Tyuning!" Cao said: "That girl is very cute! ”

They had hugged Qiuning into the palace before, and the Cao family naturally loved their granddaughter very much, especially Zhao Fukang, who loved him like a treasure, and even thought about passing the child over.

Of course, this will cause some undesirable consequences, not to mention that my brother is currently such a baby daughter, and it is not good to win people's love! Therefore, Zhao Fukang had to give up this idea for the time being, but he often went to the Hou Mansion to visit his little niece, and he loved it very much!

After greeting for a while, Lin Zhao exchanged a look with his sister. Zhao Fukang's eyebrows moved, his younger brother entered the palace, he must not know that it was so simple to visit!