In the imperial study, the emperor angrily threw the fold on the ground, Xiao Ping didn't dare to raise his eyes when he saw this, he bent down and picked it up and carefully put it on the side.

But seeing that the emperor's fists were clenched tightly, he hit the case fiercely: "Recently, there have been continuous battles in Dian Prefecture, and Gu Qinghong personally went out to fight, but he will be defeated and retreated, and he will not be able to form an army." “

Ruan Yuheng was stunned for a moment, and said thoughtfully: "Your Majesty, although the country of Annan is small, the terrain is unique, and no matter how stupid and stupid people are, they dare not hit the stone with an egg." Now that they have the upper hand, and they border the desert country behind them, if not, how dare they easily offend my back. At present, General Gu has been defeated, and the Annan army is like a bamboo, and it has invaded the border of Yunnan Prefecture. This is a top priority to consider the safety of the people of Yunnan! ”

The emperor sighed: "I have only been on the throne for three years, if I can recuperate for a few years, I will already be strong and strong, and the people will be rich and the country will be strong." But An Nanguo dared to attack first, and General Gu's defeat this time would definitely affect the morale of our army. These days, the express news from Dian Zhou is all bad news. If this continues, Dian Prefecture will be lost, and at that time, the people will be afraid that the people will not be able to make a living. His heart turned, and he sighed: "There are not many generals available in the court now, but I have followed the emperor to fight many times, if I can drive the expedition in person, I must be able to boost the morale of the army!" ”

Before the words were finished, Ruan Yuheng hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, you have not been on the throne for a long time, and the foundation has not been solidified, and I hope you will think twice about the imperial conquest!" He paused: "The minister thought that this defeat was related to General Gu." General Gu is the mother of the Queen Mother's family, but also the father of Concubine Ying, he fought on the battlefield and made many miraculous feats, and the emperor named him a general in vain. But I have to mention that over the years, the capital has raised people, and General Gu is also old, this time, Annan is a small country, General Gu must also feel that it is not enough to be troubled, and our dynasty has sent a lot of troops, and now there are more defeats than arrogance and contempt for the enemy. ”

"That's what I think, too, but who else is up to the task now?"

Ruan Yuheng thought for a moment, and his eyes lit up: "Your Majesty, General Han has always been cautious in doing things, and the number of cavalry under him is considerable, if you send him there, it may not be an opportunity." You can also take this opportunity to take back part of the military power in the hands of General Gu, these years, the Gu family's power has been dominant in the army, and now you are taking this opportunity to hold the military power in your hands! ”

The emperor narrowed his eyes slightly: "Are you talking about Han Rong, the commander of the five battalions of the Nine Gate Infantry Army?" ”

Ruan Yuheng nodded: "Back to the emperor, exactly, the minister thought that this person was available!" ”

The emperor thought for a long time and was silent: "Okay, now Gu Qinghong's 'recklessness' is not an opportunity!" The power of the Queen Mother in the court should also be slowly weakened! After that, he looked at Ruan Yuheng and smiled with relief: "Over the years, I have you by my side, you dare to speak and act, and you are loyal to me, which is really my luck!" But now, you're not too young, and it's time for me to think about your life's events! ”

Ruan Yuheng was embarrassed and stunned, and hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, the minister hasn't thought about this matter yet, the state affairs are at the head, and the minister still wants to find dragon scales for you, so put the marriage aside for the time being!" ”

The emperor smiled indifferently: "You also said the same thing last year, if you delay it any longer, how can your Ruan family have heirs?" A few days ago, your father had already played a concert and begged me to marry you! ”

Ruan Yuheng was taken aback, and her voice was hoarse: "Thank the emperor for his good intentions, but if the minister has not met the person he likes, he doesn't want to marry a woman casually." ”

The emperor smiled helplessly: "Okay, give you some more time, if you fancy a young lady of any family, I will give you a marriage!" ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Ruan Yuheng bowed and smiled awkwardly.

A little eunuch asked to see him outside the door, Xiao Ping asked the reason, walked to the emperor's ear and said: "Your Majesty, the clothes you ordered to make for Concubine Yun's mother have been sent to the Clothing Bureau, you see, is it sent to the side hall or your bedroom?" ”

The emperor thought for a long time and said, "Send it to my bedroom, these days, Luo Qingyun will always live here!" ”

Xiao Ping stole his expression, and replied, "No! ”

Ruan Yuheng's face turned pale, and after a little thought, he couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, how do you arrange Luo Qingyun now?" ”

"Not yet."

"But you have already taken her to the Qianqing Palace, do you still want to keep her by your side to sleep?" Ruan Yuheng knew that it was very inappropriate for her to ask this, but now that it seems that the emperor has no intention of using her.

"I did this because I was thinking about her safety. On that day in Saruishikawa, she said that the light on my body could drive the soul away, although I don't know what kind of light it was, but it should be able to protect her for a while, since we involved her in this matter, we naturally have to take care of her safety! ”

Ruan Yuheng nodded, and then smiled: "Oh, the minister thought that you were attracted to her!" ”

Ruan Yuheng has always spoken straightforwardly, the emperor was slightly stunned, turned his head to think about it, and smiled: "I just think that if you want to use her, it doesn't hurt to be nice to her!" ”

The hour was not early, Luo Qingyun returned to the Qianqing Palace, and as soon as he entered the side hall, Du Ruo happily stepped forward: "Niangniang, the emperor sent someone to send you clothes!" Now that you are a concubine, you can no longer wear this garment! ”

Luo Qingyun pursed her lips and looked sideways in the direction of the imperial study: "Oh, thank you, Your Majesty!" ”

She was about to take a step, but was stopped by Du Ruo and supported her: "The emperor has decreed, from now on, Niangniang will live in the main palace!" ”

"What?" Luo Qingyun seemed incredulous, and his eyes widened.

"It's the will of the emperor, the mother is really blessed, the slave has been in the palace for so many years, and I have never seen a lady who can be so favored!" She paused: "Even the concubine back then, she didn't get such grace when she gave birth to a little prince!" ”

"Xiahui Palace's concubine?" Luo Qingyun frowned and looked at her a few times.

"Exactly!"

"Have you been in contact with her before?"

"Back to Niangniang, the slave maid has been serving the concubine Niangniang a few years ago, but the maid went crazy because of the disappearance of the little prince, and the slave maid was transferred out by the queen mother." Her amber eyes were shining, and her expression seemed to be afraid: "That concubine always said that she could see the little prince, but no one in the palace knew that the little prince must have passed away, she talked crazy all day long, and no maid dared to serve again." ”

Luo Qingyun was stunned: "When the little prince disappeared, were you also by the side of the concubine?" ”